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CITY OF DUNN
DUNN, NORTH CAROLINA
The City Council of the City of Dunn held a Regular Meeting on Tuesday, December 14, 2010, at
7:00 p.m, in the Dunn Municipal Building. Present was Mayor Pro Tem N. Carnell Robinson,
Council Members Buddy Maness, Bryan Galbreath, Billy Tart, Chuck Turnage and Joey Tart. Also
present was City Manager Ronnie Autry, Finance Director Mark Stephens, Public Works Director
Billy Addison, Public Utilities Director Dean Gaster, Planning & Marketing Director Steven
Neuschafer, Chief Building Inspector Mike Blackmon, Recreation Director Perry Hudson, City
Engineers Michael Goliber and Lisa Meadows of Davis -Martin -Powell & Associates, City Attorney
P. Tilghman Pope, City Clerk Debra West, and Daily Record Reporter Brian Haney.
Absent: Mayor Oscar N. Harris.
INVOCATION
Mayor Pro Tem Robinson opened the meeting at 7:00 p.m. and asked Police Chaplain Reverend Dennis
Manuel to give the invocation. Afterwards, the Pledge of Allegiance was repeated.
AGENDA AD IUSTMENT AND APPROVAL
Motion by Council Member Galbreath and seconded by Council Member Maness to adopt the December
14, 2010 meeting agenda with changes, if any, as listed below.
Items Added to the Agenda:
• none
Agenda Items Removed
• none
Motion unanimously approved.
PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD
Mayor Pro Tem Robinson opened the floor for a (30) minute public comment period.
Hearing no comments, the public comment period was closed.
Mayor Pro Tem Robinson opened public hearings at 7:06 p.m.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
Demolition of House
100 E. Bay Street
PIN #1516 -55- 2771.000
Mayor Pro Tem Robinson asked for comments from Inspector Blackmon.
Mr. Blackmon stated that this property has been vacant for several years and is a condition that constitutes
a fire and safety hazard. The doors and windows have been kicked in.
Mayor Pro Tem Robinson stated that the public has been notified that oral and written comments will be
heard and received concerning the demolition of the dwelling owned by Anne Marsh Blalock and located at
100 E. Bay Street.
The public hearing was duly advertised on November 30, 2010 and December 7, 2010.
Mr. Robinson asked if there was anyone who wished to speak for or against this demolition.
Hearing no comments, Mayor Pro Tem Robinson closed the public hearing.
Demolition of House
J 106 E. Bay Street
PIN #1516 -55- 3618.000
Mayor Pro Tem Robinson stated that the public has been notified that oral and written comments will be
heard and received concerning the demolition of the dwelling owned by Anne Marsh Blalock and located at
106 E. Bay Street.
The public hearing was duly advertised on November 30, 2010 and December 7, 2010.
Mayor Pro Tem Robinson asked for comments from Inspector Blackmon.
Mr. Blackmon stated that this property is adjacent to 100 E. Bay Street. It has been vacant for several years
and is a condition that constitutes a fire and safety hazard. The doors and windows have been kicked in and
the property has been vandalized.
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Mr. Robinson asked if there was anyone who wished to speak for or against this demolition.
Hearing no comments, Mayor Pro Tem Robinson closed the public hearing.
Property Unfit for Human Habitation
400 S. Magnolia Avenue
PIN #1516 -65- 3779.000
Mayor Pro Tem Robinson stated that the public has been notified that oral and written comments will be
heard and received concerning the dwelling located at 400 S. Magnolia Avenue as being unfit for human
habitation pursuant to N.C.G.S. 160A -441, ET SEQ.
This property is owned by Leon and Linda Jasper.
The public hearing was duly advertised on November 30, 2010 and December 7, 2010.
Mr. Robinson asked if there was anyone present to speak for or against this property being unfit for human
habitation.
Elizabeth Crudup of 400 S. Magnolia Avenue, Dunn, NC stated that she and Mr. Ellis (who also resides at
400 S. Magnolia Avenue) are the only minorities listed on a pending lawsuit against the City of Dunn
which questions the constitutionality of the rental housing ordinance. She stated that her home has its own
issues; however, the City of Dunn has harassed her and Mr. Ellis and they are only attacked when the City
of Dunn receives a negative judgement based on the ruling of the current rental housing ordinance lawsuit.
She stated that she and Mr. Ellis are the only minorities and the poorest people listed on the lawsuit and
they are the only ones that the City of Dunn feels they can attack. She stated it is unlawful the way the City
of Dunn came to her property. She stated that in regard to the constitutionality of the rental housing
ordinance, the City lacks knowledge or information sufficient as to the truth or falsity of the allegations.
The City of Dunn is trying to enforce a law that they are not sure is even legal. She asked the Council not
to force their hand on something they know is wrong. She and Mr. Ellis will continue to defend
themselves. She spoke about slavery. She stated that if the City wants to condemn her house and throw
her out because the City received a negative judgement to throw out her case, then go ahead. The rental
housing ordinance is wrong and is against the constitution. Do not hurt those who are poor or defenseless
who have the guts to tell the City no, please do it the right way.
Mayor Pro Tem Robinson stated to Ms. Crudup that she was out of order; her comments are not relevant to
the issue this evening. This public hearing is under the minimum housing code and has no connection to
the pending rental housing code lawsuit.
Mr. Thomas Ellis of 400 S. Magnolia Avenue, Dunn, NC stated that it appears there is a problem with this
rental property. He and Ms. Crudup have been harassed to no avail. It appears to him that livelihood is
being played with. He is coming before the City Council to ask for an extension on the list of repairs
needed for this house. He began repairs on this house last month.
Inspector Blackmon stated that a minimum housing inspection was done based on the exterior condition of
this house. The owner was contacted by regular and certified mail to request an inspection. The owner
called him and advised she would not give the City the authority to inspect this house. Mr. Blackmon
stated that he secured an administrative warrant to inspect the house and there were some problems on this
particular day with the warrant and Attorney Bain (who represents clients, including Ms. Crudup, in a
pending lawsuit against the City that challenges the Rental Housing Ordinance) so he was advised by the
City Attorney to inspect and note the problems observed by the exterior of the house. Based on the
observations he made in inspecting the exterior of the house, an additional warrant was secured to inspect
the interior condition of the house. A complete minimum housing inspection was performed and the owner
was sent appropriate letters giving them 90 days to make repairs and the 90 days have expired. The owner
of the property has not contacted him as of this date.
City Attorney Pope asked Mr. Blackmon for a summary of deficiencies and violations of the minimum
housing code with regard to this structure.
Mr. Blackmon responded that the plumbing pipes (copper and plastic) under the house have been removed.
There is no water in the home, and without water, it can be unsanitary. There are no operable smoke
detectors. The only heat he observed in the home was provided by some of the existing fireplaces. At one
time, there was no power in the house but now there is. He did not observe immediate electrical dangers
but did note some electrical receptacles that did not work and additional receptacles that are required.
Council Member Galbreath asked Mr. Blackmon if the home can be repaired. Mr. Blackmon responded
yes, the home can be repaired with money and time.
In referring to a notice sent to the property owner from July, 2008, Council Member Joey Tart asked Mr.
Blackmon if any work has been done on this house. Mr. Blackmon responded he is not aware of any work
and he has not been contacted to inspect any work there.
Hearing no further comments, Mayor Pro Tem Robinson closed the public hearings at 7:28 p.m. and
reconvened the regular meeting.
Mayor Pro Tem Robinson explained that the Mayor's excused absence tonight is related to his position in
sitting on the board of Southeastern University in Lakeland, Florida and serving on the presidential search
committee. The committee will make a nomination for anew president after completing a two year world-
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wide search. Mayor Harris had to be in Florida for this purpose. Mr. Robinson expressed appreciation for
the public service rendered by Mayor Harris.
CONSENTITEMS
Minutes — Council considered approval of minutes of the November 9, 2010 Council meeting.
Tax Releases/Refunds — Council considered approval of Tax Releases/Refunds #141 - #155. Copies of Tax
Releases/Refunds are filed in the office of the Tax Collector.
Surplus Resolution — Council considered approval of a Resolution Authorizing the Disposition of Personal
Property by electronic means through www.GovDeals.com. A copy of Surplus Resolution (R2010 -23) is
incorporated into these minutes as Attachment #1.
Interlocal Agreement for Debris Removal — Council considered approval of an Interlocal Agreement to
participate under the Debris Removal Agreement between Harnett County and Unified Recovery Group,
LLC for debris removal in the event of a natural disaster requiring professional debris management and
removal services. A copy of the Interlocal Agreement for debris removal is incorporated into these minutes
as Attachment #2.
Surplus Resolution — Council considered approval of a Resolution Declaring the Badge and Service
Weapon Carried by Sgt. David O. Whittenton Surplus and awarding them to him on his retirement.
Council Member Galbreath read the resolution. A copy of Surplus Resolution (R2010 -24) awarding the
badge and service weapon to retired Sgt. David O. Whittenton is incorporated into these minutes as
Attachment #3.
Motion by Council Member Joey Tart and seconded by Council Member Billy Tart to approve all consent
items. Motion unanimously approved.
ITEMS FOR DECISION
Audit Report
FY 2009 -2010
Auditor Phyllis Pearson of Petway, Mills & Pearson, PA gave a short summary of the FY 2009 -2010 audit
for the City of Dunn:
r, Financial Highlights:
• The assets of the City of Dunn exceeded its liabilities at the close of the fiscal year by
$21,457,292.
• The government's total net assets decreased by $493,385 primarily due to an increase in
OPEB obligations.
• As of the close of the current fiscal year, the City of Dunn's governmental funds reported
combined ending fund balances of $3,835,011 an increase of $242,208 in comparison with the
prior year. Approximately 51.64% percent of this total amount, or $1,980,220 is available for
spending at the government's discretion.
• At the end of the current fiscal year, unreserved fund balance for the General Fund was
$1,980,220 or 22 percent of total general fund expenditures for the fiscal year.
• The City of Dunn's total debt increased by $1,173,309 (20.79 %) during the current fiscal
year.
• The City of Dunn currently has an A+ bond rating with Standard and Poors, and a rating of
A3 with Moody's Investment Service.
Reports
• Audit was completed in October and the report was submitted to the LGC by
October 31, 2010
• Unqualified audit opinion — best audit report auditors give
• Unqualified audit opinion on an audit conducted under government auditing
standards
• Unqualified audit opinion on compliance with state program requirements
Governmental Activities
_ • Total assets - $8.8M
• Total Liabilities - $3.5M
• Total net assets - $5.2M
• Total revenues - $8.8M
• Total expenses - $9.7M
Business -Type Activities (Water and Sewer Fund)
• Total assets - $20M
• Total liabilities - $4.OM
• Total net assets - $16.OM
• Total revenues - $4.5M
• Total expenses - $4.OM
General Fund
• Total assets - $3.9M
• Total liabilities - $540,000
• Total fund balances - $3.3M
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• Total revenues - $8.9M
• Total expenditures - $8.8M
Unreserved Fund Balance
• As of June 30, 2010 - $1.9M (well above the statutory requirement)
• Statutory requirement — 8% of prior year expenditures
• City meets and exceeds requirements
Findings
• No noncompliance with NC General Statutes
• No expenditures in excess of appropriations in any fund
• No deficit fund balances in any fund
• No changes in significant accounting policies
• No changes in use of estimates
• Most sensitive disclosures in the financial statements dealt with capital assets and
debt
• Our adjustments limited to adjustments to convert books to accrual basis of
accounting for GASB 34 presentation. The monthly financial statements were
correct
• Recorded liability for post employment benefits for initial year of $406,380 due to
GASB requirements
• No disagreements with management
• Management's representation letter was signed timely and promptly
• Report was submitted timely to LGC
• No uncorrected misstatements
Motion by Council Member Maness and seconded by Council Member Joey Tart to approve the audit
report. Motion unanimously approved.
Consideration of Ordinance to
Demolish House
100 E. Bay Street
PIN #1516 -55- 2771.000
Chief Building Inspector Blackmon conducted an inspection at 100 E. Bay Street and based upon his
observations, the structure failed to comply with the minimum standards of fitness established by the City
of Dunn MHC.
Motion by Council Member Galbreath and seconded by Council Member Turnage to adopt the ordinance
directing the Building Inspector to proceed with the demolition of the dwelling located at 100 E. Bay
Street. Motion unanimously approved. A copy of Ordinance (02010 -15) to demolish 100 E. Bay Street
is incorporated into these minutes as Attachment #4.
Consideration of Ordinance to
Demolish House
106 E. Bay Street
PIN #1516 -55- 3618.000
Chief Building Inspector Blackmon conducted an inspection at 106 E. Bay Street and based upon his
observations, the structure failed to comply with the minimum standards of fitness established by the City
of Dunn MHC.
Motion by Council Member Turnage and seconded by Council Member Joey Tart to adopt the ordinance
directing the Building Inspector to proceed with the demolition of the dwelling located at 106 E. Bay
Street. Motion unanimously approved. A copy of Ordinance (02010 -16) to demolish 106 E. Bay Street
is incorporated into these minutes as Attachment #5.
Consideration of Ordinance
Declaring Property Unfit for Human Habitation
400 S. Magnolia Avenue
PIN #1516 -65- 3779.000
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Motion by Council Member Maness and seconded by Council Member Galbreath to adopt an Ordinance
Declaring the Property located at 400 S. Magnolia Avenue (PIN #1516 -65- 3779.000) as Unfit for Human
Habitation pursuant to N.C.G.S. 160A -441, ET SEQ.
Mayor Pro Tern Robinson asked for additional comments.
Council Member Maness asked that the following text provided to the Council, be read for the record:
Chief Building Inspector Mike Blackmon conducted an inspection at 400 S. Magnolia Avenue and found
the structure in a deteriorated condition that does not meet the requirements of the City of Dunn Minimum
Housing Code (MHC). The Chief Building Inspector also found the property dangerous or prejudicial to
the public health or public safety and is a nuisance in violation of N.C.G.S. 160A -193.
The owner of the property has failed to comply with the Chief Building Inspector's order to bring the
structure on the property into compliance with the City of Dunn MHC and pursuant to N.C.G.S. 160A -443,
the City Council has the authority to direct the Chief Building Inspector to post on the main entrance of the
property a placard that states "This building is unfit for human habitation; the use or occupation of this
building for human habitation is prohibited and unlawful'.
If the owner of the property has not repaired, altered or improved the property to bring it into compliance
with Section 4 -31 of the Dunn City Code within (12) months of the adoption of this ordinance, the Building
Inspector is directed to bring the matter back before the City Council for further consideration of remedies
available to the City of Dunn under N.C.G.S. 160A -443.
Attorney Pope stated that the property owner was first contacted by the Chief Building Inspector in
November, 2008 requesting a minimum housing code inspection of which the property owner failed to
respond. The property owner was contacted again on September 11, 2009 requesting an inspection and on
November 6, 2009 the property owner was contacted again to request an inspection and the property owner
refused to allow voluntary inspection which caused the Chief Building Inspector to get an administrative
warrant as allowed and provided by law to conduct the inspection. The question was raised during the
public hearing as to whether or not the Council could even provide for an extension. The answer to that is
no, in that the Chief Building Inspector has determined this building as unfit for human habitation, the
Council cannot allow it to remain occupied. The property owner will have (12) months in which to bring
this building into compliance with the minimum housing code but it cannot be occupied during that time
and any occupancy after the adoption of this ordinance, is a criminal offense class one misdemeanor.
Motion unanimously approved. A copy of Ordinance (02010 -17) to declare property located at 400 S.
Magnolia Avenue as Unfit for Human Habitation is incorporated into these minutes as Attachment #6.
Capital Project Ordinance
Downtown Revitalization
This ordinance needs Council approval so that the budget for this project can be established for accounting
purposes. This capital project ordinance will take the place of an annual budget ordinance, because it is not
part of our recurring operations and expenditures, and will continue for the life of the project.
This project is related to improvements in the infrastructure of the downtown area.
The project will be paid through a community facilities loan and grant with USDA. The first annual debt
payment will be in Fiscal Year 2013 -2014 and will be reflected in the General Fund Operating Budget.
Manager Autry stated that at the August, 2010 Council meeting, USDA presented a letter of conditions
based upon their offer of a loan not to exceed $2.6 and a grant not to exceed $400,000 for the purpose to
�✓ perform the downtown revitalization project. At that time, the Council approved the letter of conditions;
however, the project was not funded by USDA.
Mr. Autry explained that the project is still based on $3M which is the estimate provided by the engineer;
however, the grant portion of $400,000 has been removed.
Mr. Autry stated that if the Council adopts the proposed capital project ordinance, it does not bind the City
to finance $3M. The City is hopeful that bids will be received for this project under the $3M amount. If
funding is received by USDA, then the Council will evaluate the loan amount they wish to finance.
Council Member Maness reiterated that if bids come back at $3M, then it will have to come back before the
Council to find other revenue sources or to cut the project cost.
Motion by Council Member Galbreath and seconded by Council Member Turnage to adopt the Capital
Project Ordinance for "Downtown Revitalization ". Motion unanimously approved. A copy of Project
Ordinance (02010 -18) for "Downtown Revitalization" is incorporated into these minutes as Attachment
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Task Order No. l
Amendment to Original Agreement for
Engineering Services
Phase B (coordinating dry utilities, final plans &spec cations)
Downtown Revitalization Project
Manager Autry explained that the Council is being asked to expand the scope of engineering services to
include the coordination and inclusion of the dry utilities (to include Progress Energy, Century Link, and
Time Warner) as well as signalization in the construction plans, specifications and bid documents for the
Downtown Revitalization Project.
He added that this task order fee is $85,000 which includes $65,000 to coordinate the dry utility work
including generating construction plans, specifications and bid documents and $20,000 for MA
Engineering for the planning and design of the signalization system for Broad Street in accordance with the
NCDOT Standards.
The original engineering agreement was dated January 29, 2010 and adopted July, 2010. The original
engineering document provided plans for curb & gutter, sidewalks, streets, and storm drainage issues. This
additional fee will coordinate plans for underground utilities to incorporate into the total package for
submission to USDA.
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This additional expenditure is included in the $3M Capital Project Ordinance for the Downtown
Revitalization Project and the Downtown Dunn Development Corporation (DDDC) will advance these
funds until the project is funded.
Motion by Council Member Maness and seconded by Council Member Turnage to approve Task Order No.
1 Amendment to the Agreement for Engineering Services for the Downtown Revitalization Project.
Motion unanimously approved. A copy of Task Order No. 1 Amendment to Original Agreement for
Engineering Services is incorporated into these minutes as Attachment #8.
Consideration of Resolution
Adopting the 2011 Regular Meeting
Schedule for the City of Dunn
City Council
A resolution establishing the City Council meeting dates for 2011 was considered by the Council.
Motion by Council Member Galbreath and seconded by Council Member Maness to adopt a Resolution
Establishing the 2011 Regular Meeting Schedule for the Dunn City Council. Motion unanimously
approved. A copy of Resolution (R2010 -25) Establishing the 2011 regular meeting schedule is
incorporated into these minutes as Attachment #9.
Consideration of Resolution
Endorsing the Guiding Principles for
Quality Growth
Manager Autry explained that the Council is being asked to adopt a resolution endorsing the guiding
principles for quality growth.
He explained that the Quality Growth Action Committee of Research Triangle Region of North Carolina
has asked towns, cities, counties and organizations to adopt these guiding principles to promote quality
growth as they plan for the future of a 15- county region to include the counties of Chatham, Durham,
Franklin, Granville, Harnett, Johnston, Lee, Moore, Orange, Person, Vance, Wake and Warren.
Motion by Council Member Turnage and seconded by Council Member Billy Tart to adopt the Resolution
Endorsing the Guiding Principles for Quality Growth. Motion unanimously approved. A copy of
Resolution (R2010- 26)Endorsing the Guiding Principles for Quality Growth is incorporated into these
minutes as Attachment #10.
Resolution for Approving the
2007 Dunn Local Water Supply Plan
Manager Autry stated that the 2007 Dunn Local Water Supply Plan must be adopted by the City Council
and a copy of the signed resolution must be submitted to Linwood Peele, Chief of the Water Supply
Planning Section of the North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources, Division of
Water Resources to be compliant with the requirements of N.C.G.S. 143 - 355(1).
Mr. Autry explained that the 2007 LWSP was submitted to the Water Supply Planning Section of the North
Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources, Division of Water Resource in the early part
of 2008 for review. In November 2010, the plan was reviewed by Mr. Vardry Austin and comments and
questions were sent to the City of Dunn for response. After addressing all comments and questions and
submitting requested data, the 2007 LWSP is deemed to meet minimum criteria established in N.C.G.S.
143- 355(1).
Motion by Council Member Joey Tart and seconded by Council Member Turnage to adopt the Resolution
Approving the 2007 Dunn Local Water Supply Plan. Motion unanimously approved. A copy of
Resolution (R2010 -27) approving the 2007 LWSP is incorporated into these minutes as Attachment #11.
ITEMS FOR DISCUSSION
AND /OR DECISION
Financial Report
Finance Director Mark Stephens provided the following financial report for the period ending October 31,
2010:
• As of October 31, 2010, the City had $2,057,429 in cash in the general fund and $2,438,442 in the
water -sewer fund. In October, 2009 the City had $2,937,813 in the general fund and $1,892,753
in the water and sewer fund.
• Investment earnings are in the .35% -.20% range. This is within the budgeted range.
• Building permit fees were $28,049 or 40.07 % of budget. The City should be at 33.33% of budget.
• Water and sewer revenues were $1,600,710 or 38.34% of budget. The City should be at 33.33%
of budget.
• Fuel cost per gallon was $2.12 in October. The City budgeted $2.25 per gallon.
• Sales tax distribution was $311,347 or 23.06% of budget. The City is $26,190 below the budgeted
amount. Same time period last year, the City was $36,068 below budget.
• Expenditures were 30.89% of budget in the general fund and 31.26 % of budget in the water and
sewer fund. The benchmark for this period is 33.33% of budget.
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Motion by Council Member Maness and seconded by Council Member Turnage to accept the Financial
Report. Motion unanimously approved.
ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS
Motion by Council Member Galbreath and seconded by Council Member Joey Tart to approve the
Administrative Reports. Motion unanimously approved.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
The following announcements and /or comments were made.
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Mayor Pro Tem Robinson:
➢ City of Dunn offices will be closed Friday, December 24" and Monday, December 27' for the
Christmas holiday and Friday, December 31" for New Year's Day.
➢ The next regular City Council meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, January 11, 2011 at 7:00 pm.
Council Member Maness:
➢ Wished everyone a Merry Christmas and prosperous and blessed New Year.
Council Member Galbreath:
➢ December 15" is the deadline to donate to Toys for Tots. Main drop -off point is Dunn Emergency
Services.
➢ Monday, January 17, 2011 - 12" annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Breakfast at 8:00 am - Dunn
Community Center
Monday, January 17, 2011— Martin Luther King, Jr. Parade at 11:00 am — Downtown Dunn
Encouraged all Council members, the City Manager and City Attorney to attend these events; he
has tickets for the breakfast banquet.
Council Member Joey Tart:
➢ Wished everyone a Merry Christmas and a prosperous New Year. He thanked the citizens,
department heads and employees for all they do.
Council Member Turnage:
➢ Wished everyone a Merry Christmas and thanked the department heads and all those who support
the City every day.
Council Member Billy Tart:
➢ Wished everyone a Merry Christmas and prosperous New Year.
City Attorney Pope:
➢ Wished everyone a Merry Christmas.
➢ He is continuing to investigate the feasibility of establishing a CDC Community Development
Corporation which will be on the Council Planning Retreat Agenda and the long -term feasibility
to make Dunn PAL a non - profit entity as most other PAL organizations operate.
Manager Autry:
➢ Wished all the citizens of Dunn a Merry Christmas and a happy and prosperous New Year.
Mayor Pro Tern Robinson:
➢ Wished all the citizens and employees of the City a Merry Christmas. He commended the City
Manager, Finance Department and Department Heads for the level of service they provide. Over
the last three years, the City has continuously been fiscally responsible and have added to the fund
balance every year.
➢ He read the following comments from Mayor Harris:
`To those present and to those watching on our government channel, 'Merry Christmas ". We have
concluded our third year as the City elected officials. We have so much to be thankful for this Christmas.
There's much more to come. We're in the process of planning our budget retreat to be held at Raven Rock
State Park in February. We have a lot of work ahead of us in the coming year. I know you and our staff
are up to the challenges we face. With God's help, we will have another great year. For three (3)
consecutive years, we have been blessed to be able to increase our fund balance in large part due to our
capable department heads and efficient employees by doing more with less while continuing the same level
of service to our citizens. We are thankful for the hard work and dedication of our employees. It is not
W—J possible without their commitment. I want to thank each of the Council members and the City Manager for
your service to our great City. Each of you has a heart to serve and work diligently to help move Dunn
forward. Thanks to our City Attorney for rendering excellent counsel and advice over the years and
making sure we're compliant with the laws regarding our operations. Thanks also to our City Clerk for
maintaining excellent records and minutes of our meetings and all the other things she does for us. I deeply
appreciate everything that each of you do. Thanks and appreciation to our department heads for finding
ways to keep on doing more for less. It is challenging to maintain the level of services we provide on less
available funding. We are blessed that we have been able to do so. I am thankful and hope each of you are
as well for the many blessings bestowed upon us and our City. With that in mind, to all the citizens of
Dunn and our surrounding area, from my family to yours, I wish you the most wonderful Christmas ever
and hope you have a safe, healthy and prosperous New Year. God bless you, God bless the City of Dunn
and God bless the great State of North Carolina."
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With no further business to discuss, Mayor Pro Tent Robinson adjourned the meeting at 8:12 p.m.
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