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120220041125 MINUTES CITY OF DUNN DUNN, NORTH CAROLINA The City Council of the City of Dunn held a Regular Meeting on Thursday, December 2, 2004, at 7:00 p.m. in the Dunn Municipal Building. Present was Mayor J. Dal Snipes, Mayor Pro -Tem Donnie Olds, Council Members Buddy Maness, Bryan Galbreath, Billy Tart, Billy R. Godwin, Jr., and Joey Tart. Also present was City Manager Michael Uskiewicz, Assistant City Manager/Public Works Director Ronnie Autry, Human Resources /Safety Officer Moses Gallion, Building Inspector Mike Blackmon, City Planner Julie Reid, Code Enforcement Officer Steven King, Recreation Director Perry Hudson, Police Chief Tim Benware, Police Captain Morry Denning, Fire Chief Austin Tew, City Engineer Ed Powell, City Attorney P. Tilghman Pope, City Clerk Debra West, and Daily Record Reporter Lisa Farmer. INVOCATION 1` 7 r Mayor Snipes opened the meeting at 7:00 p.m. and 'askea'G'ouncil Member Buddy Maness to give the invocation. Afterwards, the pledge of allegiance was,repeNte PRESENTATION y "� • .a a� Police Chief Tim Benware presented a Law'Enfoicement Advanced' Certificate from the Criminal Justice and Standards Commission to Sgt. Johnny , Abbal; *Tlris Yis' the highest certificate level that a law enforcement officer in North Carolina can achiever , Mayor Snipes closed the regular meeting and opened public hearings at 7:03 p.m. PUBLIC HEARINGS REZONING REQUEST — WARREN REALTY, LLC WEST SIDE OF NORTH ELLIS AVENUE BETWEEN WEST BARRINGTON STREET AND DOGWOOD KNOLL PIN #1517-62- 6194,1517 -62- 8128,1517 -62- 8110,1517 -61- 8939,1517 -61- 7939,1517 -61- 6938,1517 -61- 4990,1517 -61- 6666,1517 -61- 3741,1517 -61 -2774 Mayor Snipes stated that the public has been notified that oral and written comments will be heard and received concerning the request by Warren Realty, LLC to rezone ten (10) parcels of property located on the west side of North Ellis Avenue between West Barrington Street and Dogwood Knoll in the City Limits of Dunn. The property is zoned R -10 Residential and is requested to be rezoned to C -2 Shopping Center District He added that the public hearing was duly advertised on November 18, 2004 and November 25, 2004. Mayor Snipes asked if there was anyone present to speak for or against this rezoning. Hearing none, he closed public hearing in reference to same. REZONING REQUEST — HUDSON ESTATE SOUTH SIDE OF EAST CUMBERLAND STREET BETWEEN SOUTH ELM AVENUE AND SOUTH WASHINGTON AVENUE PIN #1516 -76- 2055.000 Mayor Snipes stated that the public has been notified that oral and written comments will be heard and received concerning the request by Jennifer Hudson -Santos to rezone one (1) parcel of property located on the south side of East Cumberland Street between South Elm Avenue and South Washington Avenue in the City Limits of Dunn. This property is zoned R -7 Single Family Residential and is requested to be rezoned to C -3 Highway Commercial. He added that the public hearing was duly advertised on November 18, 2004 and November 25, 2004. Mayor Snipes asked if there was anyone present to speak for or against this rezoning. Hearing none, he closed public hearing in reference to same. DEMOLITION OF HOUSE 810 SOUTH LAYTON AVENUE Mayor Snipes 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 Michael A. Holden and located at 810 South Layton Avenue. He added that the public hearing was duly advertised on November 16, 2004 and November 23, 2004. Mayor Snipes asked if there was anyone present to speak for or against the demolition of this structure. Mr. Walter Holden of Fayetteville, North Carolina stepped forward and explained that he was part owner of this property. He added that he had not received any information pertaining to the demolition of this structure and just found out about this issue yesterday. He asked that the Council let him know what he will need to do to bring this structure up to code. Mayor Snipes asked if there was anyone else present to speak for or against the demolition. Hearing none, he closed public hearing in reference to same. DEMOLITION OF HOUSE 307 SOUTH RAMROAD STREET Mayor Snipes 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 Jackie L. Glover and located at 307 South Railroad Street. He added that the public hearing was duly advertised on November 16, 2004 and November 23, 2004. Mayor Snipes asked if there was anyone present to speak for or against the demolition of this structure. Hearing none, he closed public hearing in reference to same. DEMOLITION OF HOUSE 909 EAST EDGERTON STREET Mayor Snipes 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 Patricia A. Grier and located at 909 East Edgerton Street. He added that the public hearing was duly advertised on November 16, 2004 and November 23, 2004. Mayor Snipes asked if there was anyone present to speak for or against the demolition of this structure Mr. Stanley Williams of Dunn, North Carolina stepped forward and stated that he is the brother of Patricia Grier, owner of the property as recorded by Harnett County. Ms. Grier is deceased. He added that this property is a part of three properties that he was notified that had to be brought up to code. He further stated that he has done considerable work on two of these houses and he is requesting an extension on this property. Mr. Phillip Surles, owner of the house neat door to 909 E. Edgerton Street, stepped forward and stated that no one has lived in this house for over four years. He added that he has boarded up the windows and doors to try to keep people from staying there. He further stated that this structure is uninhabitable and the owner has been given sufficient time to make repairs. He stated that he would like to see this structure \ demolished. Mr. Stanley Williams stepped forward and stated that he spoke with his attorney today. His attorney, Mr. Joseph Tart, is having delays in processing the estate. His attorney informed him that due to the delays, it would not be wise for him to put a lot of money into the property until his attorney received the proper paperwork. Mr. Williams stated that this house belonged to his grandmother and he planned to preserve the house. He requested an extension. Mayor Snipes asked if there was anyone else present to speak for or against demolishing this structure. Hearing none, motion by Council Member Godwin, seconded by Mayor Pro -tem Olds to close public hearings and reconvene the regular council meeting at 7:10 p.m. Motion unanimously approved. Motion by Council Member Galbreath, seconded by Council Member Maness to add the following item to the Consent Agenda. Motion unanimously approved I) Annual Certification of Firemen CONSENTITEMS Mayor Snipes asked if there were any consent items that Council wished to pull for further discussion. Hearing none, the following items were considered by Council: Minutes - Council considered approval of minutes of the November 4, 2004 meeting. Tax Releases/Refunds- Council considered approval of Tax Releases/Refunds #25428. Tax ` Releases/Refunds are filed in the office of the Tax Collector Budget Amendments - Council considered approval of Budget Amendments #6410 and #12418. A copy of BudgetAmendments #6410 and #12418 is incorporated into these minutes as Attachment #1. Annual Certification of Firemen - Council considered approval of the 2004 Annual Certification of Firemen. A copy of this certification is incorporated into these minutes as Attachment #2. 1126 Motion by Council Member Joey Tart, seconded by Council Member Billy Tart to approve above consent items. Motion unanimously approved. 1127 ITEMS FOR DECISION REZONING REQUEST PZ -05 -04 — WARREN REALTY, LLC WEST SIDE OF N. ELLIS AVE. BETWEEN W. BARRINGTON ST. AND DOGWOOD KNOLL PIN #1517 -62- 6194, 1517 -62- 8128,1517 -62- 8110,1517 -61- 8939, 1517 -61- 7939,1517 -61- 6938,1517 -61- 4990, 1517 -61- 6666,1517 -61- 3741,1517 -61 -2774 A request was received from Warren Realty, LLC lo rezone ten (10) parcels of property located on the west side of N. Ellis Avenue between W. Barrington Street and Dogwood Knoll. This property is zoned R -10 Residential and is requested to be rezoned to C -2 Shopping Center District. The Planning Board met on November 23, 2004 and recommended approval to rezone Phase One of this property. This phase is a change in use of the exis structure from residential to a "conference" type facility. Council Member Godwin requested a metes and bounds description for the property to be rezoned. Attorney Ben Thompson, representing Warren Realty, stepped forward and stated that the original rezoning request by Mr. Warren was for the entire area which is designated as Phase One and Phase Two to be rezoned from residential to C -2 Commercial. He added that in working with the City Planner, the request was modified to request that Phase One be rezoned. The council was furnished with a metes and bounds description of Phase One. Mr. Thompson stated that the modified request is to rezone Phase One. He added that Phase Two will remain residential. This was presented before and approved by the Planning Board. Motion by Council Member Godwin, seconded by Mayor Pro -tem Olds to approve the recommendation of the Planning Board to rezone Phase One of the Warren Realty property identified in the metes and bounds legal description presented tonight and located on he west side of N. Ellis Avenue between W. Barrington Street and Dogwood Knoll from R -10 Residential In C -2 Shopping Center District conditioned upon site plan approval. Motion unanimously approved. A copy of the metes and bounds legal description identifying Phase One ofthe property requested to be rezoned by Warren Realty from R -10 Residential to C -2 Shopping Center District is incorporated into these minutes as Attachment #3. REZONING REQUEST PZ•06 -04 — HUDSON ESTATE E. CUMBERLAND ST. BETWEEN S. ELM AVE. AND S. WASHINGTON AVE. PIN #1516 -76- 2055.000 Council Member Godwin abstained from discussion and voting upon this issue due to a personal conflict of interest. Ms. Hudson -Santos is a client of his law firm. Council consensus was to excuse Mr. Godwin from discussion and vote of this issue. Mayor Snipes stated that a request was received from Jennifer Hudson -Santos to rezone one (1) parcel of property located on the south side of E. Cumberland Street between S. Elm Avenue and S. Washington Avenue. This property is zoned R -7 Single Family Residential and is requested to be rezoned to C -3 Highway Commercial. The Planning Board met on November 23, 2004 and recommended approval to rezone this property. Motion by Council Member Galbreath, seconded by Council Member Joey Tart to rezone the property on E. Cumberland Street between S. Elm Avenue and S. Washington Avenue (PIN #1516 -76- 2055.000) from R -7 Single Family Residential to C -3 Highway Commercial. Motion unanimously approved. DEMOLITION OF HOUSE 810 SOUTH LAYTON AVENUE Mayor Snipes yielded to City Attorney Pope for his comments relating to Mr. Walter Holden's statement made during the public hearing, that he was never notified by the City about the demolition of this structure. In response, Mr. Pope stated that in notifying the property owners, the City of Dunn Building n Inspector relies upon the information provided by the tax records of Harnett County. Mr. Pope explained that the individual that received notification about demolishing this property is co -owner of this property and notification to one owner would legally constitute notification to all owners. Inspector Blackmon explained that his department relies upon information provided by Harnett County. The tax records indicated that Michael Holden and Walt Polly P owned the property, therefore all correspondence was sent to Mr. Michael A. Holden at 1339 Elliott Farm Road, Fayetteville, NC. Mr. Blackmon stated that a minimum housing inspection was done on the house and at that time it was occupied by Ms. Mamie Holden, aunt of Michael Folden. Mr. Blackmon added that this house was deemed unfit for human habitation because it does not meet the minimum requirements for fitness as established in the minimum housing code. 1128 The council asked Mr. Blackmon how long of a time frame would be required to bring this house up to code should an extension be granted. Mr. Blackmon responded that repairs could be accomplished in ninety days if the work was done quickly but it would require that Ms. Holden be relocated until all of the extensive work is completed. The floor is damaged in the bathroom and kitchen. Mr. Michael Holden was given ninety days to begin repairs. After ninety days, Mr. Holden was sent a letter requesting that the City perform a follow -up inspection to see the progress being made on this house. The inspection revealed that no improvements had been made. The council discussed the terrible condition of the house and questioned why Michael Holden was not present. Mr. Walter Holden responded that Michael Holden is his first cousin and should have informed him about the letters he received regarding this house. Mayor Pro -tem Olds suggested the possibility of granting an extension since someone is occupying the dwelling and since Mr. Walter Hoiden did not have access to the information. Council Member Maness stated that he would like to know who the other co- owners are and if they are willing to be apart of the repairs. If it is owned jointly, then both owners would have to be involved in this process. If one of the owners is not willing to make the repairs, then there maybe a problem. He questioned who the other co -owner is. Mr. Walter Holden responded that the other co -owner is his cousin and his cousin will not try to override the repairs. Mr. Holden stated that the repairs would be made. Mr. Maness stated that since the cousin has not responded, is not present tonight, nor given any indication that he is wanting to make any repairs, then he questions whether or not it is his desire or intent to make any repairs. Mr. Walter Holden responded that there would not be any problem. City Attorney Pope stated that the record owner is included in their agenda package. He added that the county record indicates that Michael Holden and Walt Polly P are the owners of the property and the address listed is the address that receives the tax bill. This is the address that the city is entitled to rely upon in sending notices as it relates to enforcement of the minimum housing codes. Attorney Pope pointed out that certified mail about this property was received back in June 2004. Approximately five months have passed since the first notice was sent to the property owner about this matter. Mr. Blackmon reported that in inspecting this house, it is not fit for human habitation The council discussed the extent of repairs that would be required to bring this house up to code. Harnett county tar records assess the value of the house at $16,190 and the land at $7,500 for a total of $23,690. This project could cost over 50% of the value of the house to accomplish the repairs needed. The council asked Mr. Walter Holden if he realized the extent of repairs that would be required and if he was willing to spend $10,000 to repair the house. Mr. Holden responded yes, he is willing to put his neck out on the line as soon as he gets a good contractor. The council further discussed that the occupant would have to be out of the house regardless if the house is demolished or repaired. They had discussions with Mr Walter Holden, Inspector Blackmon and Planner Reid about locating the occupant, Ms. Holden into other housing. The council also suggested that an extension not be granted until a smoke detector is installed in the house. The council pointed out that property owners need to be more diligent in responding to notices given by the city. The citizens of Dunn should realize that through this process, the council is serious about cleaning up these structures. The council had further discussion with Mr. Holden about placing the occupant, Ms. Holden into other housing. They stressed to Mr. Holden that his aunt will need other housing regardless of the decision of the council. Motion by Mayor Pro -tem Olds, seconded by Council Member Galbreath to grant an extension of (60) days to start work on this house and ifno work is started within this period, then the city will proceed with demolishing the house at 810 S. Layton Avenue. Mayor Snipes asked if there was further discussion. Council Member Godwin stated that he could support the motion provided that the city is guaranteed that within the next forty -eight hours, a smoke detector will be installed in the house. Council Member Galbreath will arrange for the Fire Chief to install the smoke detector Manager Uskiewicz pointed out that the smoke detectors will protect the city's interest but as they have heard tonight, the house is not safe for human habitation. He added that the individual living in the house will have to be removed to another acceptable place and a clear resolution to this problem has not been made. Further discussion was held about placing the occupant of this dwelling into other suitable housing 1129 Council Member Maness stated that he would like for there to be some definitive limit of time given to complete the work on this structure. The motion currently on the floor states that work shall begin on this structure within sixty days, not completion of the work. With the current motion, work could stet on the forty-ninth or fiftieth day. Further discussion was held with Inspector Blackmon about the length of time it should take to accomplish the necessary repairs to this house. Amendment by Council Member Maness, secondeG by Council Member Godwin that work should be started within sixty days and completed within ninety days. Mayor Snipes called for a vote on the amendment. Ayes Noes Maness Olds Godwin Galbreath Joey Tart Billy Tart Amendment carried 5 1I. Mayor Snipes called for the vote on the motion as amended. Unanimously approved. Manager Uskiewicz pointed out that since this house has been deemed unsafe for human habitation, a motion will need to be made to require that the occupant of this house be removed. The council again questioned Mr. Walter Holden about placing his aunt out of this house until the repairs are properly made. Motion by Council Member Maness, seconded by Mayor Pro -tem Olds to authorize Inspector Blackmon and City Planner Julie Reid to proceed with the legal process to notify the occupant of the house at 810 S. Layton Avenue to vacate the premises within the prescribed time limit by law and secure housing elsewhere. Motion unanimously approved. DEMOLITION OF HOUSE 307 SOUTH RAILROAD STREET Mayor Snipes yielded to City Manager Uskiewicz to give additional information relating to this property. Mr. Uskiewicz stated that a letter has been received from the property owner, Ms. Glover, stating that someone is interested in moving this structure. Mr. Uskiewicz asked that this demolition be tabled for a period of thirty days to allow the property owner sufficient time for the interested party to move the structure. He added that if the structure is not moved within this time frame, then the council may proceed with the demolition. Motion by Council Member Joey Tart, seconded by Council Member Billy Tart to table the demolition of the house at 307 S. Railroad Street until the next council meeting. Motion unanimously approved. DEMOLITION OF HOUSE 909 EAST EDGERTON STREET Mayor Snipes opened the floor for discussion and/or a motion to adopt an ordinance to demolish the structure located at 909 E. Edgerton Street. Mayor Pro -tem Olds stated that in view of the information presented during the public hearing tonight by Mr. Surles, this house has been vacant for four years. He added that he personally looked at the structure and he agreed with the demolition order. He further stated that the house is in terrible shape and as Mr. Surles pointed out, people are sleeping in the house. Motion by Mayor Pro -tem Olds, seconded by Council Member Galbreath to approve the ordinance directing the Building Inspector to remove or demolish the structure at 909 E. Edgerton Street. Motion unanimously approved. A copy of this Ordinance (02004 -35) Directing the Building Inspector to remove /demolish the structure located at 909 E. Edgerton Street is incorporated into these minutes as Attachment #4. RESCIND INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT FOR BUILDING INSPECTION SERVICES During the November 4, 2004 meeting of the Dunn City Council, the Council approved an Interlocal Agreement for Building Inspection Services between the City of Dunn and the Town of Erwin to enable the City of Dunn to provide Building Inspection Services to the Town of Erwin. The Erwin Town Council met on the same night, however, they did not approve the agreement. The Dunn City Council is being asked to withdraw their offer to perform these services based on the terms outlined in this agreement. 1130 Motion by Council Member Joey Tart, seconded by Mayor Pro -tem Olds to rescind the City of Dunn's offer to perform inspection services under the Interloca: Agreement for Building Inspection Services for the Town of Erwin. Motion unanimously approved. ACCEPTANCE OF POLICE GRANT LAW ENFORCEMENT TERRORISM PREVENTION PROGRAM (LETPP) During the April 8, 2004 meeting, the Council authorized the Police Department to apply for a 100 percent no match grant through the Department of Crime Control and Public Safety and the Governor's Crime Commission for Homeland Security. Funding will be through the Law Enforcement Terrorism Prevention Program of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. Captain Morry Denning explained that this grant has teen selected for approval. The total amount of L / federal funds awarded for the project is $79,968.00 (for the purchase of 15 Portable Radios). Motion by Council Member Galbreath, seconded by Ccuncil Member Billy Tart to authorize acceptance of the 100% no match Police Grant through the Law Enforcement Terrorism Prevention Program in the amount of $79,968 for the purchase of portable radios and approval of budget amendment #16. Motion unanimously approved. A copy of budget amendment #16 is incorporated into these minutes as Attachment #5. AUTHORIZATION TO APPLY FOR GOVERNOR'S CRIME COMMISSION POLICE GRANT Captain Morry Denning explained that this is a pre - application for a grant through the Governor's Crime Commission. As part of the process, the council is requested to commit to a cash match of $8,700. The grant process begins November 22, 2004 and ends January 31, 2005. The grant, if approved, will begin July 1, 2005. The Police Department will be applying for (4) Mobile Data Computers. The cost of these computers is $34,800 and will include all software, mounting equipment and installation. The City's match will be $8,700. Motion by Council Member Galbreath, seconded by Mayor Pro -tem Olds to authorize the Police Department to apply for a Governor's Crime Commisson Police Grant and commit to a city cash match of $8,700. Motion unanimously approved. ECIVIS GRANTS LOCATOR J CONTRACT EXTENSION Manager Uskiewicz explained that this is an eCivis Grants Locator contract extension agreement. If approved, the City's current contract of Grants Locator would extend for an additional year, ending December 31, 2005. Grants Locator is the most current version of the online grant database libraries. Motion by Council Member Godwin, seconded by Council Member Maness to extend the City of Dunn's agreement with eCivis Grants Locator for an additional year, ending December 31, 2005. Motion unanimously approved. ACCEPTANCE OF DONATED PROPERTY MCKAY HOUSE Mayor Snipes explained that a Resolution approving aid accepting real property donated to the City of Dunn by Oscar and Jean Harris is enclosed for council consideration. This property is located at 100 E. Divine Street, also referred to as the John A. McKay Huse, which is on the national registry of historic places. Council Member Maness abstained from discussion and voting upon this issue due to a personal conflict of interest. Mr. and Mrs. Harris are the in -laws of Mr. Maness. Council consensus was to excuse Mr. Maness from discussion and vote of this issue. Mayor Snipes read the resolution approving and accepting the real property donation of Oscar and Jean j Harris. Motion by Council Member Godwin, seconded by Council Member Joey Tart to accept the real property donation of Oscar and Jean Harris for 100 E. Divine Street. Motion unanimously approved. A copy of the Resolution (82004 -30) approving and accepting real property donation of Oscar and Jean Harris for 100 E. Divine Street, Dunn, North Carolina is incorporated into these minutes as Attachment #6. REFERENCE ITEM OFBUSINESS THAT WAS TABLED AT THE NOVEMBER 4, 2004 COUNCIL MEETING — DEMOLITION OF HO USE — 505 EAST VANCE STREET. Motion by Mayor Pro -tent Olds, seconded by Council Member Maness to take this item of business off the table. Motion unanimously approved 1131 to Manager Uskiewicz stated that the City has been g_ven permission by Ms. Mary Lemuel Blalock, who has power of attorney, to demolish this structure. Inspector Blackmon stepped forward and stated that during the November council meeting, Ms. Blalock stated that she was prepared to start work on this house immediately. He added that Ms. Blalock called to state that she had power of attorney over Mr. Blalo k's affairs. She signed an authorization form allowing the City to demolish the structure. Mr. Blackmon stated that while the City was in the process of having the utilities retired, Mr. Blalock was able to sell the property. The new owner of the property is aware that the house is scheduled for demolition. The new owner is moving the house out of the City of Dunn. Steel jacks are currently under the house and a permit to move the house has been obtained. Mr. Blackmon added that the new owner has informed him that the lot will also be cleaned. The council discussed measures that they will take if the lot is not cleaned up in a reasonable amount of time. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS Motion by Mayor Pro -tem Olds, seconded by Council Member Godwin to approve the Administrative Reports. Motion unanimously approved. EXECUTIVE REPORTS Council Member Godwin thanked Manager Uskievicz for acting so quickly in arranging to have a mailbox drop -off installed at the public library. .. Mayor Pro -tern Olds suggested that the city send out a public notice to the general public about the actions that the city will take with regard to substandard housing. Residents are not taking the City serious when they receive notices about the condition of their property as discussed tonight. He also suggested that a public notice be given to notify citizens that mattresses, furniture, etc. left beside the streets will not be picked up by the City. ' . Manager Uskiewicz recognized Code Enforcement Officer Steven King and made the council aware that Mr. King is sending out notices to property owners about articles left on the street. Mr. King is notifying the property owners, giving them seven days in which to remove it. If these items are not removed, the Public Works Department removes the items, and the property owner is sent a bill. If the bill is not paid, it is assessed as a lien against their properly. Building Inspector Blackmon commended Officer King for the fine job he is doing. He added that Mr. �1 King sends out ten to fifteen letters daily dealing with furniture and debris placed by the road, along with all of his other duties. Council Member Joey Tart asked Mr. Blackmon how much the City charges for picking up items left by the street. Mr. Blackmon responded fifty dollars pus the tipping fee. Council Member Galbreath announced that on Monday night, December 6, 2004 at 6:30 p.m. at St. Stephens Church on Sampson and Divine Street, a workshop will be held by the Johnson- Lee - Harnett Community Action Program to provide informatios on housing rehab assistance for low income individuals and will also provide information on weatherizing their homes. He encouraged senior citizens, disabled, handicapped and low income individuals to attend this workshop. Council Member Galbreath also announced that he will have applications on Monday night for those who want to apply for the Harnett County FY 2005 Scattered Site Housing Program. Manager Uskiewicz suggested that the council hold a workshop in January or February, 2005 to begin deliberations on a Historic District, preliminary budget issues and Strategic Plan. He complimented the council for the accomplishments they have made during this past year. Manager Uskiewicz invited the council to the Annual Employee Christmas Luncheon on Friday, December 17, 2004 from 11:30 a.m. until 1:30 p.m. at the Dunn Community Building. Mr. Uskiewicz announced that plans for the McKay House include a City Hall Annex as well as additional offices for the public library. One of the primary gals of the 2004 Council Retreat was to address the office needs and to expand library services. This gift will give the City the potential to accomplish these ^� goals. Mayor Snipes stated that it is his privilege to annoance that a local group of investors are planning a major ground breaking in early January of an eight million dollar, five story, one - hundred twenty room Hampton Inn. This hotel will employ thirty-five full time people with an annual payroll in excess of $750,000. Annual revenue of this hotel is anticipated to be 2.5 million dollars. The Hotel will produce $112,500 in sales tax for the state of NC and based on a 75% occupancy rate, it will produce over $200,000 in local hotel tax money that stays in Dunn. It will produce $60,000 in property taxes for the City. On an average nightly occupancy of 75 %, it will result in 174 additional people on any given day spending an average of $178 per day in Dunn.. This will yield a total indirect economic impact of over 11 million dollars annually. This facility should be open during the fourth quarter of 2005. A formal announcement will be made to the Daily Record within the next few days. 1132 Mayor Snipes wished everyone a happy holiday season. Council Member Joey Tart reminded everyone of the Christmas Parade at 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, December 4, 2004. INFORMATION With no further business to discuss, the following burial rights were executed: 1. Lonnie and Lucille Rackley and heirs, Block CC, Lot 25, Spaces 1 -8, Memorial Cemetery. 2. Annie Lenora Smith and heirs, Block 15, Lot 40, Space 2, Resthaven Cemetery. 3. Mary Buckner and heirs, Block 9, Lot 2, Space 1, Resthaven Cemetery. 4. Ruthie Edwards and heirs, Block 11, Lot 3, Space 6, Resthaven Cemetery. 5. Kathie M. Bailey and heirs, Block 11, Lot 66, Space 7, Resthaven Cemetery. 6. Lonnie and Lucille H. Rackley and heirs, Block CC, Lot 33, Spaces 1 -8, Memorial Cemetery. 7. Truly Ryans and heirs, Block 11, Lot 68, Space 5, Resthaven Cemetery. S. Cathy Raines McLean and heirs, Block 15, Lot 72, Spaces 5- 6 -7 -8, Resthaven Cemetery. 9. Mary McNeill and heirs, Block 11, Lot 4, Space 3, Resthaven Cemetery. With no further business to discuss, the meeting was adjourned at 8:25 p.m. est: Debra 6. West City Clerk CITY 'GORPO Ir •. P