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Harnett County Board of Commissioners
Work Session
Tuesday, March 28, 2017
9:00 am
Development Services:
1)Explosives Detonation Ordinance
2)Firearms Discharge Ordinance
3)Noise Ordinance
Sheriffs Office:
l)Request for two new Lieutenant positions
2)Request for new Environmental Officer position
Social Media Policy
2017/2018 Budget Discussion:
1)Property Reva]. Update
2)Capital Improvement Plan
3)New position requests
4)Department budget requests
County Manager's Report:
1)April 3, 2017 Regular Meeting Agenda Review
2)Upcoming meetings:
NCACC's April District Meetings, April 201h in Sanford, 5:30 pm
County Assembly Day, May 101h
Closed Session
Adjourn
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EXPLOSIVES DETONATION ORDINANCE
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HARNETT COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA
Harnett
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NORTH CAROLINA
Harnett County Board Of Commissioners
Jim Burgin, Chairman
Gordon Springle, Vice Chairman
Abe Elmore
Barbara McKoy
Joe Miller
Adopted March 16, 2015
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Section 2
Section 3
Section 4
Section 5
Section 6
Section 7
Section 8
Section 9
Section 10
Section 11
Section 12
Section 13
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Table of Contents
Title ...................................................... .
Purpose .................................................. .
Authority and Enactment ........................... .
Jurisdiction ............................................. .
Severa bility ............................................. .
Conflict with Other Laws ............................ .
Amendment .............................................. .
Definitions ................................................ .
Explosives Restrictions ............................... .
Exceptions .............................................. .
Violations and Penalties .........•............•...•...
Right of Appeal and Appeal Hearing Board .....
Effective Date .......................................... .
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Section 1 Title
This Ordinance shall be known and cited as the "Harnett County Explosives Detonation
Ordinance" (hereinafter referred to as "Ordinance").
Section 2 Purpose
The purpose of this Ordinance is to implement standards for the detonation of explosives
that may cause injury, death or damage to personal property, whereas preserving the
personal freedom to engage in such activities, while promoting public health, safety,
welfare, comfort and prosperity of the citizens of Harnett County.
Section 3 Authority and Enactment
The Harnett County Board of Commissioners of the County of Harnett, pursuant to the
authority conferred by the General Assembly of the State of North Carolina in General
Statues Chapter 153A -128 hereby ordains and enacts into law this Ordinance.
Section 4 Jurisdiction
Under the authority granted by North Carolina General Statue 153A-122, #:le Harnett
County is hereby authorized to enact this Ordinance within the rural areas of the county
and outside and beyond the corporate limits of any municipality of Harnett the County.
Section 5 Severability
If any section of specific provision or standard of this Ordinance is found by a court to be
invalid, the decision of the court shall not affect the validity of any other section , provision,
or standard of this Ordinance.
Section 6 Conflict with Other Laws
It is not intended that this Ordinance repeal, abrogate, annul, impair, or interfere with any
existing provisions of any other ordinances or laws. However, if the requirements of any
other lawfully adopted rules, regulations, or ordinances of the County of Harnett County
conflict with this Ordinance, the more restrictive or that imposing the higher standards will
govern.
Section 7 Amendment
This Ordinance may be amended from time to time by the Harnett County Board of
Commissioners of the County of Harnett on its own motion or on petition and after public
notice and hearing.
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Section 8 Definitions
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Any action that will cause an explosive material or device to explode.
Discharge
To eject or release a projectile or object by a sudden release of tension or pressure.
Encapsulate
To close within an object or outer shell for the purpose of containment.
Exploding Target
A device that is utilized for the purpose of shot confirmation. This type of target is
typically comprised of chemicals or materials that react in an explosive manner once
impacted by a projectile or a detonating device.
Explosion
The sudden, loud, and violent release of energy that happens when something breaks
apart in a way that sends parts flying outward.
Explosive
A material or combination of materials that have the likelihood of erupting in a violent
manner creating an explosion.
Permanent Building
A building which is built, constructed, used or intended to support and/or shelter any use
or occupancy that is attached to real property by means of permanent foundation,
plumbing or electrical connection and is required to obtain a permit and undergo an
inspection process in accordance with the North Carolina State Building Code.
Public Gathering Places
Locations that are subject to the assembly of a group of individuals for a uniform purpose.
The following shall be considered as Public Gathering Places: Schools, Churches,
Daycares, Parks, Playgrounds, Recreational Areas, Nursing Homes, Hospitals, Family
Care I Group homes, Governmental Buildings and Grounds.
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Section 9 Explosives Restrictions
It shall be prohibited for any explosion to occur:
It shall be blnlai.vf1:1l for any person to ca1:1so an explosion:
A. Within fifteen hundred (1,500) feet as measured in a straight line from the point of
detonation to the property line of any school, church, daycare, or nursing home; or
B. Without written consent of the owners or tenants of all residential dwellings or
permanent buildings located within fifteen hundred (1,500) feet as measured in a
straight line from the point of detonation; or
C. Carelessly and heedlessly, in wanton disregard for the safety of others; or
D. Without due caution or circumspection and in a manner so as to endanger any
person or property and resulting in the unlawful property damage or bodily injury
of another; or
E. In a manner resulting in projectiles or shrapnel leaving the property in which the
detonation or explosion occurred; or
F. While under the influence of alcohol or a controlled substance (under the influence:
determination by the investigating officer that the person is intoxicated by alcohol
or a narcotic an impairing substance to the point where physical and mental
faculties are appreciably diminished); or
G. In the form of an exploding target when encapsulated therefore creating a projectile
or shrapnel; or
H. From the hours of sunset to sunrise.
Section 10 Exceptions
This Ordinance shall not be construed to rescind any of the state wildlife laws of North
Carolina nor shall it be construed to prohibit the following:
A. Officers and enlisted personnel of the armed forces of the United States while in
the performance of their official duties and acting under orders requiring them to
carry arms, weapons or explosives.
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8 . Civil officers of the United States while in the performance of their official duties .
C. Officers of the State or of any county, city, or town charged with the execution of
the laws of the State when acting in the performance of their official duties.
D. The detonation of an explosive at a properly permitted and approved firing range
or facility operating as such prior to the adoption of this Ordinance .
E. The performance of an historical ceremony or commemorative functions that are
conducted involving the discharge of firearms or detonation of explosives that do
not involve the release of projectiles.
F. Any individual, group or company that possess a valid permit and is operating
under all Federal, State and local guidelines prescribed for such use.
G. The use of pyrotechnics or fireworks meeting exempt specifications as referenced
in North Carolina General Statutes.
Section 11 Violations and Penalty Penalties
11 .1 Violations
Any person who causes a prohibited explosion or; any person that maintains, leases.
rents or owns properties in which a prohibited explosion occu rs shall be held in violation
of this Ordinance .
11 .2 Penalties
A violation of this Ord inance shall not constitute a criminal misdemeanor or infraction .
Violations of this Ordinance shall be a local offense and subject the violator to civil
penalties and/or appropriate equitable remedies issued from a court of competent
jurisdiction in accordance with N.C .G.S . 153A-123 . Upon determination of a violation of
the Ordinance, a duly sworn and authorized officer , may utilize enforcement discretion
and issue either a warning citation or a civil citation. If a warning citation is issued, it shall
specify that addition a l viol ations will result in a civil citation and the appropriate penalty .
11.2 .1 Civil Citation
A civil c itation shall subject the violator to a c ivil penalty in the amount of five hundred
($500 .00) dollars. Citations may be issued and charged as a separate and distinct
offense for each day that the violation continues or occurs . Failure to pay the penalty
within fifteen (15) days from receipt of the notice of civil penalty shall subject the violator
to a civil action in the nature of debt for the stated penalty plus any additional penalties,
together with the cost of the action to be taxed by the Court.
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11 .2.2 Settlement of Civil Claim
The Harnett County Finance Department is authorized to accept payment in full and final
settlement of the claim(s), right or rights of action which the County may have to enforce
such penalty by civil action in the nature of debt. Acceptance of a penalty shall be deemed
a full and final release of any and all claims, or right of action arising out of contended
violations.
Each violation of this Ordinance shall constitute a Class 3 misdemeanor and any person
convicted of tho same shall bo fined not more than five hundred ($500 .00) dollars and/or
imprisonment not exceeding thirty (30) days. A \'iolation of this Ordinance may be
enforced by an appropriate, equitable remedy, including injunction and order of
abatement issued from a court of competent jurisdiction in accordance with North
Carolina General Statue 153,A. 123. Furthermore, a violation may cause a civil penalty to
be reco'1ered by Harnett County in a civil action in the nature of a debt. Each day's
continuing violation of this Ordinance shall constitute a separate and distinct offense.
Section 12 Effecti'le Date Right of Appeal and Appeal Hearing Board
12 .1 Right of Appeal
A violator that has received a civil citation may appeal the citation by completing the
appeal notice portion of the civil citation and returning it to the Harnett County Sheriff's
Office within ten (10) calendar days of the issuance of the citation. Upon proper appeal,
payment of civil penalties shall be suspended pending the findings of the Appeal Hearing
Board . An appeal from the final decision of the Appeal Hearing Board can be taken to
Superior Court by filing a notice of appeal and a petition for review within ten ( 10) days of
the final decision of the Appeal Hearing Board . Failure to pay penalties within fifteen ( 15)
days after a responsible finding by the Appeal Hearing Board will be considered a failure
to pay a civil penalty and shall subject the violator to a civil action in the nature of debt for
the sta t ed penalty plus any additional penalties, together with the cost of the action to be
taxed by the Court.
12.2 Appeal Hearing Board
Appeals resulting from the enforcement of this Ordinance will be heard by an Appeal Hearing
Board . The Appeal Hearing Board shall be composed of an appointee from the Sheriff's
Office, Development Services , County Manager's Office, Board of Commissioners and a
citizen of Harnett County. The Appeal Hearing Board members shall be appointed by the
Harnett County Board of Commissioners to serve until a successor is appointed. A designee
from the Sheriff's Office shall provide administrative support, schedule hearings, issue written
findings and maintain records of all appeal hearings. The Appeal Hearing Board will meet
monthly on the second Tuesday following the Board of Commissioners work session if
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scheduled by a representative of the Sheriffs Office . Conformation of the hearing will be sent
to the violator, specifying the date, time and location to appear. Any violato r that is scheduled
to appear before the Appeal Hearing Board and does not attend or send a representative on
his/her behalf 1 shall voluntarily waive their right to appeal and be found in violation of the
provisions of the Ordinance . Upon the conclusion of the hearing , written findings shall be
issued to the appellant.
Section 13 Effective Date
This Ordinance shall take effect and be in force upon adoption.
Duly adopted this 161h day of March, 2015
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FIREARMS DISCHARGE ORDINANCE
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HARNETT COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA
Harnett
COUNTY
NORTH CAROLINA
Harnett County Board Of Commissioners
Jim Burgin, Chairman
Gordon Springle, Vice Chairman
Abe Elmore
Barbara McKoy
Joe Miller
Adopted February 2, 2015
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Section 1
Section 2
Section 3
Section 4
Section 5
Section 6
Section 7
Section 8
Section 9
Section 10
Section 11
Section 12
Section 13
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Amended March 16, 2015
Table of Contents
Title ...................................................... .
Purpose .................................................. .
Authority and Enactment ........................... .
Jurisdiction ............................................. .
Severability ............................................. .
Conflict with Other Laws ............................ .
Amendment ............................................. .
Definition ................................................. .
Fire a rm Restrictions ................................. .
Exceptions .............................................. .
Violations and Penalties .•.....................•......
Right of Appeal and Hearing Board .............. .
Effective Date .......................................... .
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Section 1 Title
This Ordinance shall be known and cited as the "Harnett County Firearms Discharge
Ordinance" (hereinafter referred to as "Ordinance").
Section 2 Purpose
The purpose of this Ordinance is to implement standards for the discharge of firearms
that may cause injury, death or damage to personal property, whereas preserving the
personal freedom to engage in such activities, while promoting public health, safety,
welfare, comfort and prosperity of the citizens of Harnett County.
Section 3 Authority and Enactment
The Harnett Coun ty Board of Commissioners of the County of Harnett, pursuant to the
authority conferred by the General Assembly of the State of North Carolina in General
Statutes Chapter 153A -129 hereby ordains and enacts into law this Ordinance.
Section 4 Jurisdiction
Under the authority granted by North Carolina General Statute 153A-122, #le Harnett
County is hereby authorized to enact this Ordinance within the rural areas of the county
and outside and beyond the corporate limits of any municipality of Harnett the County.
Section 5 Severability
If any section or specific provision or standard of this Ordinance is found by a court to be
invalid, the decision of the court shall not affect the validity of any other section, provision,
or standard of this Ordinance.
Section 6 Conflict with Other Laws
It is not intended that this Ordinance repeal , abrogate, annul, impair, or interfere with any
existing provisions of any other ordinances or laws. However, if the requirements of any
other lawfully adopted rules, regulations, or ordinances of the County of Harnett Harnett
County conflict with this Ordinance, the more restrictive or that imposing the higher
standards will govern.
Section 7 Amendment
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This Ordinance may be amended from time to time by the Harnett County Board of
Commissioners of the County of Harnett on its own motion or on petition and after public
notice and hearing.
Section 8 Definition
Firearm
A handgun , shotgun, rifle, cannon or any device which is capable of expelling a projectile
using an explosive charge as a propellant.
Section 9 Firearm Restrictions
It shall be unlawful for any person to discharge a firearm:
A. On a parcel of property that contains 10,000 sq. feet or less in overall dimension;
or
B. Carelessly and heedlessly, so as to endanger any person or property; or
C. Without due caution or circumspection and in a manner so as to endanger any
person or property and resulting in the unlawful property damage or bodily injury
of another; or
D. In a manner resulting in the projectile crossing the property line of another person
without written permission of the owner; or
E. While under the influence of alcohol or a controlled substance (under the influence:
determination by the investigating officer that the person is intoxicated by alcohol
or a narcotic an impairing substance to the point where physical and mental
faculties are appreciably diminished); or
F . When discharged on, from , or across the traveled portion of any public street or
highway; or
G. Without a backstop or other method of containment that will adequately contain the
projectile to the property upon which it was discharged.
Section 10 Exceptions
This Ordinance shall not be construed to rescind any of the state wildlife laws of North
Carolina nor shall it be construed to prohibit the following :
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A. Any citizen from discharging a firearm when lawfully defending his person or
property.
B. Officers and enlisted personnel of the armed forces of the United States while in
the performance of their official duties and acting under orders requiring them to
carry arms, weapons or explosives.
C. Civil officers of the United States while in the performance of their official duties.
D. Officers of the state or of any county, city, or town charged with the execution of
the laws of the state when acting in the performance of their official duties.
E. The discharge of a firearm at a properly permitted and approved firing range or
facility operating as such prior to the adoption of the Ordinance.
F. Any citizen from discharging a firearm when protecting against the attack of any
dangerous or destructive animal or reptile.
G. The discharges of a firearm while participating in a special event such as turkey
shoots that hold a valid local county permit.
H. The performance of an historical ceremony or commemorative functions that are
conducted involving the discharge of firearms that do not involve the release of
projectiles.
I. The discharge of a firearm while in the process of lawfully hunting wild birds and/or
animals in accordance with Chapter 113, Subchapter IV of the North Carolina
General Statutes.
J. Discharging a firearm into a device that is designed to receive and contain
projectiles without risk of escape, which is located within the confines of an
enclosed structure.
Section 11 Violations and Penalty Penalties
11 .1 Violations
Any person who causes a prohibited or restricted discharge of a firearm shall be held in
violation of this Ordinance.
11 .2 Penalties
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A violation of this Ordinance shall not constitute a criminal misdemeanor or infraction.
Violations of this Ordinance shall be a local offense and subject the violator to civil
penalties and/or appropriate equitable remedies issued from a court of competent
jurisdiction in accordance with N .C.G.S . 153A-123. Upon determination of a violation of
the Ordinance, a duly sworn and authorized officer. may utilize enforcement discretion
and issue either a warning citation or a civil citation. If a warning citation is issued. it shall
specify that additional violations will result in a civil citation and the appropriate penalty.
11.2.1 Civil Citation
A civil citation shall subject the violator to a civil penalty in the amount of five hundred
($500.00) dollars. Citations may be issued and charged as a separate and distinct
offense for each day that the violation continues or occurs. Failure to pay the penalty
within fifteen (15) days from receipt of the notice of civil penalty shall subject the violator
to a civil action in the nature of debt for the stated penalty plus any additional penalties,
together with the cost of the action to be taxed by the Court.
11.2.2 Settlement of Civil Claim
The Harnett County Finance Department is authorized to accept payment in full and final
settlement of the claim(s). right or rights of action which the County may have to enforce
such penalty by civil action in the nature of debt. Acceptance of a penalty shall be deemed
a full and final release of any and all claims. or right of action arising out of contended
violations.
Each violation of this Ordinance shall constitute a Class 3 misdemeanor and any person
convicted of the same shall be fined not more than five hundred ($500.00) dollars and/or
imprisonment not exceeding thirty (30) days. A violation of this Ordinance may be
enforced by an appropriate , equitable remedy, including injunction and order of
abatement issued from a court of competent jurisdiction in accordance with North
Carolina General Statute 153A 123. Furthermore , a violation may cause a civil penalty to
be recovered by Marnett County in a civil action in the nature of a debt. Eash 1fay's
continuing violation of th is Ordinance shall constitute a separate and distinct offense .
Section 12 Effective Date Right of Appeal and Appeal Hearing Board
12.1 Right of Appeal
A violator that has received a civil citation may appeal the citation by completing the
appeal notice portion of the civil citation and returning it to the Harnett County Sheriff's
Office within ten (10) calendar days of the issuance of the citation. Upon proper appeal.
payment of civil penalties shall be suspended pending the findings of the Appeal Hearing
Board . An appeal from the final decision of the Appeal Hearing Board can be taken to
Superior Court by filing a notice of appeal and a petition for review within ten (10) days of
the final decision of the Appeal Hearing Board . Failure to pay penalties within fifteen (15)
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days after a responsible finding by the Appeal Hearing Board will be considered a failure
to pay a civil penalty and shall subject the violator to a civil action in the nature of debt for
the stated penalty plus any additional penalties. together with the cost of the action to be
taxed by the Court.
12.2 Appeal Hearing Board
Appeals resulting from the enforcement of this Ordinance will be heard by an Appeal Hearing
Board. The Appeal Hearing Board sha ll be composed of an appointee from the Sheriff's
Office, Development Services, County Manager's Office, Board of Commissioners and a
citizen of Harnett County. The Appeal Hearing Board members shall be appointed by the
Harnett County Board of Commissioners to serve until a successor is appointed. A designee
from the Sheriff's Office shall provide administrative support, schedule hearings, issue written
findings and maintain records of all appeal hearings. The Appeal Hearing Board will meet
monthly on the second Tuesday following the Board of Commissioners work session if
scheduled by a representative of the Sheriff's Office. Conformation of the hearing will be sent
to the violator. specifying the date, time and location to appear. Any violator that is scheduled
to appear before the Appeal Hearing Board and does not attend or send a representative on
his/her behalf. shall voluntarily waive their right to appeal and be found in violation of the
provisions of the Ordinance. Upon the conclusion of the hearing, written findings shall be
issued to the appellant.
Section 13 Effective Date
This Ordinance shall take effect and be in force upon adoption .
Duly adopted this 2nd day of February, 2015 .
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HARNETT COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
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NOISE ORDINANCE
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HARNETT COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA
Harnett
COUNTY
NORTH CAROLINA
Harnett County Board Of Commissioners
Jim Burgin, Chairman
Gary House, Vice Chairman
Bea trice Hill
Gordon Springle
Joe Miller
Adopted
June 17, 2013
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Table of Contents
Section 1 Title . . .. . .. . . . . . .. . . . . . . . .. . ... . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . .. . .. . .. . .. . . . . .......................... 3
Section 2 Purpose . . . . . .. . .. . .. . .. . . . . . . . .. . . . . .. . .. . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . 3
Section 3 Findings .................................................................... 3
Section 4 Authority and Enactment . .. . .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .... . . .. .. .. .. .. .. 4
Section 5 Jurisdiction . . .. . .. . .. . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . .. . .. . .. . .. . . . . . . . .. . .. . .. 4
Section 6 Administration . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . .. . .. . .. . .. . . . . . . . .. . .. . . . . . . . . 4
Section 7 Severability . . . . . .. . .. . . . . . . . .. . . . . .. . . . . . . . .. . .. . .. . .. . . . . . . . .. . .. . .. . .. . . ... 4
Section 8 Conflict with Other Laws .. .. .. .. .. .. . .. . ... .. . .. .. . .. .. .... .. . .. .. .. . . 4
Section 9 Amendment . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . .. . .. . . . . .. . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . .. . . . . . . . . . . .. 4
Section 10 Replacement of Existing Ordinance . .. .. .. .. . .. .. ... .. ... .. . .. .. . 4
Section 11 General Prohibition . .. . . .. .. . .. .. . .. .. . . . . .. . .. ... .. .. .. .. . .. . . .. . . . .. . .. 4
Section 12 Loud and Unreasonable Noise...................................... 5
Section 13 Noises Expressly Prohibited . .. .. .. ... ... .... .. .. .. .. . .. .... .. .. .. .. 5
Section 14 Exceptions . . .. . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . .. . .. . . . . . . . .. . .. . .. . . . . ... 7
Section 15 Permissible Noise Level Limits .. .. ... ... .. . . .. .. .. .. ... .... .. . . .. .. 8
Section 16 Methods of Noise Level Measurement............................ 8
Section 17 Data Documentation and Recordation .. .. .. . .. .. .. .. .. .. . . . .. . .. 9
Section 18 Complaint Procedure and Enforcement .. .. . .. . .. . ... .. .. . . .. . ... 9
Section 19 Penalties . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . .. . . . . . . . .. . . . . .. . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . ..... 1 O
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Section 21 Definitions.... ............. ......... ....... ........ ......... ............. .... 12
Section 22 Effective Date................................................................. 12
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Section 1 Title
This Ordinance shall be known and cited as the "Harnett County Noise Ordinance"
(hereinafter referred to as "Ordinance").
Section 2 Purpose
The purpose of this Ordinance is to protect, preserve, and promote the health, safety,
welfare, comfort and prosperity of the citizens of Harnett County through regulation of the
production and emission of noises or amplified speech, music or other sounds that tend
to annoy, disturb or frighten the County residents.
Section 3 Findings
(a) Harnett County finds that inadequately controlled noise offers serious hazards to the
public health, safety and welfare, and a source of annoyance to the population of the
County. Unreasonably loud and disturbing noise tends to degrade the environment to
a degree that:
1. Is harmful to the health, welfare and safety of Harnett County inhabitants and visitors ;
2. Interferes with the comfortable enjoyment of life and property;
3. Interferes with the wellbeing, tranquility, and privacy of the home; and
4. Both causes and aggravates health problems .
(b) Both the effective contro l and elimination of unreasonably loud and disturbing noise is
essential to the health and welfare of the County's inhabitants and visitors , and to the
cond u ct of the normal pursuits of life, including recreation, work and communication .
(c) The use of sound amplification equipment creates loud and disturbing noise that may,
in a particular manner and at a particular time and place, substantially and
unreasonably invade the privacy, peace, and freedom of inhabitants of, and the visitors
to Harnett County.
(d) Certain short-term easing of noise restrictions is essential to allow the construction
and maintenance of structures, infrastructure , and other elements necessary for the
physical and commercial vitality of Harnett County.
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Section 4 Authority and Enactment
The Harnett County Board of Commissioners of the County of Harnett, pursuant to the
authority conferred by the General Assembly of the State of North Carolina in General
Statues Chapter 153A, Sections 121 and 133 hereby ordains and enacts into law this
Ordinance.
Section 5 Jurisdiction
Under the authority granted by N.C.G.S . 153A-122 tRe Harnett County is hereby
authorized to enact this Ordinance with in the rural areas of the county and outside and
beyond the corporate limits of any municipality of Harnett the County.
Section 6 Administration
The Sheriff's Office of Harnett County shall be responsible for the administration and
enforcement of this Ordinance.
Section 7 Severability
If any section of specific provision or standard of this Ordinance is found by a court to be
invalid , the decision of the court shall not affect the validity of any other section , provision ,
or standard of this Ordinance.
Section 8 Conflict with Other Laws
It is no t intended that this Ordinance repeal , abrogate , annul, impair, or interfere with any
existing provisions of any other ordinances or laws . However, if the requirement s of any
other lawfully adopted rules, regulation s, or ordinances of the County of Harnett County
c onflict with this Ordinance, the more restrictive or that imposing the higher s tandards will
govern .
Section 9 Amendment
This Ordinance may be amended from time to time by the Harnett County Board of
Commissioners of the Co unty of Harnett on its own motion or on petition and after public
notice and hearing.
Section 10 Replacement of Existing Ordinance
This Ordinance, upon adoption , shall replace and rescind the existing Harnett County
Noise Ordinance adopted on November 3, 1980.
Section 11 General Prohibition
Any person who causes a prohibited noise or; any person that maintains, leases,
rents or owns properties in which a prohibited noise occurs shall be held in violation
of this Ordinance . Prohibited noise includes the following:
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No person shall make, continue or cause to be made or continued:
(a) Any noise that is unreasonably loud and disturbing.
(b) Any noise which unreasonably disturbs, injures or endangers the comfort, repose,
health, peace or safety of reasonable persons of ordinary sensitivity, within the
jurisdictional limits of Harnett County.
(c) Any noise which is so harsh, prolonged, unnatural or unusual in time or place as
to bring unreasonable discomfort to any persons within the neighborhood from
which said noises emanate, or as to unreasonably interfere with the peace and
comfort of neighbors or their guests, or operators or customers in places of
business, or as to detrimentally or adversely affect such residences or places of
business.
(d) Any noise that is produced so that it is plainly audible within the confines of a
structure that is secured in a manner to render a reasonable expectations of having
freedom from disturbance.
Section 12 Loud and Unreasonable Noise
Subject to the provisions of this section, it shall be unlawful for any person or persons to
make, permit, continue or cause to be made or to create any unreasonably loud or
disturbing noise in the County. For purposes of this section, the following definitions shall
apply:
(a) Unreasonably Loud: Noise which is substantially incompatible with the time
and location where created to the extent that it creates an actual or
imminent interference with peace or good order.
(b) Disturbing: Noise which is perceived by a person of ordinary sensibilities
as interrupting the normal peace and calm of the area.
In determining whether a noise is unreasonably loud or disturbing, the following factors
incident to such noise are to be considered:
(a) Time of day.
(b) Distance traveled.
(c) Volume and intensity.
( d) The character of the area.
(e) Proximity to residential structures and noise sensitive areas such as:
schools, courts, churches, hospitals, residential care facilities and similar
institutions.
(f) Whether the noise is recurrent, intermittent or constant.
(g) Whether the noise is related to the normal operation of a business or labor activity.
(h) Whether the noise has been enhanced in volume or range by any type of electronic
or mechanical means.
(i) Whether the noise is subject to being controlled without unreasonable effort or
expense to the creator thereof.
U) Whether the noise is amplified to a level that penetrates the confines of an
enclosed dwelling.
Section 13 Noises Expressly Prohibited
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The following acts generating noise, among others, are declared to be loud, disturbing
and unreasonable noises in violation of this Ordinance, but said enumeration shall not be
deemed to be exclusive, namely:
A. Blowing Horns: The sounding of any horn, whistle or signal device on any
automobile, motorcycle, bus or other vehicle or railroad train, except as a danger
signal or as required by law, so as to create any unreasonable, loud or harsh sound
or the sounding of such device for an period of time greater than ten ( 10) seconds;
B. Radios, Televisions, Boom boxes, Phonographs, Stereos, Musical Instruments
and Similar Devices: The use or operation of a radio, television, boom box,
stereo, musical instrument or similar device that produces or reproduces sound in
a manner that is plainly audible to any person other than the player(s) or
operator(s) of the device, and those who are voluntarily listening to the sound, and
which unreasonably disturbs the peace, quiet and comfort of neighbors and
passers-by, or is plainly audible at a distance of fifty (50) feet from any person in a
commercial, industrial area or public space.
C. Vehicles: The use of any automobile, motorcycle, dirt bike, go-cart, recreational
vehicle or any other vehicle so out of repair, so modified, so loaded or operated in
such a manner as to create loud or unnecessary grating, grinding, rattling,
screeching of tires or other noise;
D. Exhaust Discharge : The discharge into the open of the exhaust of any steam
engine, stationary internal combustion engine, motor vehicle or recreational
vehicle, except through a muffler or other device which will effectively prevent loud
or explosive noises there from;
E. Blowing Whistles: The blowing of any steam whistle attached to any stationary
boiler except as a warning of danger or to give notice of time to begin or stop work.
F. Compressed Air Devices: The use of any mechanical device operated by
compressed air unless the noise created thereby is effectively muffled and
reduced;
G. Pets: The keeping of any animal or bird, which by causing frequent or long
continued noise, shall unreasonably disturb the comfort and repose of any person
in the vicinity;
H. Building Operations: The erection (including excavation), demolition, alteration
or repair of any building in a residential area between the hours of 8:00 pm and
6:00 am of any day or in any district other than a residential area between the
hours of 11 :00 pm and 6:00 am of any day, except in the case of urgent necessity
in the interest of public safety;
I. Noises Near Schools. Etc.: The creation of any excessive or disturbing noise on
any street or parcel of property adjacent to any school, institution of learning,
library, or court while the same is in session, or adjacent to any hospital , or any
church during services, which unreasonably interferes with the operation or
activities of such institution;
J. Noises to Attract Attention : The use of any drum, loudspeaker or other instrument
for the purpose of attracting attention by creation of noise to any performance,
show, sale, display or advertisement of merchandise;
K. Blowers. Engines: The operation of any noise-creating blower, power fan or any
internal combustion engine, the operation of which causes noise due to the
explosion of operating gases or fluids, unless the noise emitting there from is
sufficiently muffled and the engine is equipped with a muffler device sufficient to
deaden noise, so that the same shall not cause annoyance to the public nor
unreasonably disturb the rest and quiet of any person of normal sensibilities on
adjacent premises or within the vicinity thereof;
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L. Loudspeakers or Amplifiers: The use of mechanical loudspeakers or amplifiers
on trucks, airplanes or other vehicles or by any other means for advertising or other
commercial purposes is prohibited. In the exercise of non-commercial free
speech, loudspeakers or amplifiers may be used , subject to the following
conditions:
(a.) It shall be unlawful for any person to speak into a loudspeaker or amplifier
within the jurisdictional limits of the County, when such loudspeaker or
amplifier is so adjusted that the voice of the speaker is amplified to the
extent that it is audible at a distance in excess of one hundred and fifty feet
(150') from the person speaking, except that this prohibition shall not apply
in circumstances surrounding the special operations of law enforcement
and emergency service personnel in the performance of their duties to
protect the public .
M. Gong or Siren: The use of any gong or siren upon any vehicle, other than police,
fire, or other emergency vehicle
Section 14 Exceptions
The following shall be considered an exception and shall be exempt from the provisions
of this Ordinance:
A. Noise emanating from regularly scheduled athletic events of any Harnett County
Schools or Harnett County Parks and R.ecreation Department facility;
B . Noise resulting from farming and agricultural operations includ ing but not limited
to noises generated by machinery, equipment and farm animals;
C. Noise as the result of normal or routine lawn/yard maintenance and landscaping ;
D. Noises from safety signals, warning devices, emergency signaling devices, and of
any authorized emergency vehicle when responding to any emergency call or
acting in time of emergency;
E. Noises generated from the normal operation of properly equipped aircraft;
F. Noise from ·or at parades, street fairs, and similar festivals and/or concert events
sponsored , permitted or sanctioned by Harnett County;
G. Noise from all churches or any place of worship;
H. Noise from governmental operations;
I. Noise from any sanitation operations;
J. Noise from all lawfully permitted firework displays;
K. Emergency work necessary to restore property to a safe condition following a fire ,
accident or natural disaster, to restore public utilities, or to protect persons or
property from an imminent danger;
L. All noises coming from normal operation of motor vehicles properly equipped with
the manufacturer's standard muffler and noise-reducing equipment;
M. Normal sounds associated with or cu stomary to industrial or manufacturing
operations in the normal course of business , provided that said businesses are
operating in a lawful manner;
N. Noise caused by the discharge of firearms by law enforcement officers in the
performance of their official duties or during the course of official firearms training.
0 . Discharge of firearms or other methods utilized in the lawful activity of hunting or
the taking of wildlife.
P. Noise made by dogs while hunting or being lawfully trained by hunters or
emergency service personnel.
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Q. Noise generated by the discharge of firearms at a firing/shooting range that is
operating as a legally permitted facility or a pre-existing facility protected under
NCGS 14-409.46 Sport Shooting Range Protection.
R. Noise resulting from activities of a temporary duration permitted by law and for
which a license or permit therefore has been granted by the County of Hamett.
Section 15 Permissible Noise Level Limits
The permissible noise level limits identify the maximum permitted sound levels for
continuous sound generated in the use categories listed below.
When Land Use Is AdJacent To: Maximum Permissible Maximum Permissible Sound
Sound Level Level
7:00 am thru 1 O:OOpm 10:00 pm thru 7:00am
Residential Uses 60 (dB) 55 (dB)
Commercial or Business Uses 75 (dB) 70 (dB)
Manufacturing, Industrial or 75 (dB) 75 (dB)
Agricultural Uses
a) No person shall operate or cause to be operated any source of continuous sound
from any use in such a manner as to create a sound level which exceeds the limits
set forth for the use category listed above, more than ten percent of any
measurement period, which shall not be less than ten minutes.
b) For any source of sound, the maximum intermittent sound level shall not exceed
the permissible sound levels listed above by 15 dB (A) for all categories.
Section 16 Methods of Noise Level Measurement
In the enforcement of this Ordinance, various techniques of measurement shall be
utilized to measure and/or determine if levels of noise are unreasonably loud or
disturbing and fail to be in compliance with the regulations and limitations specified
within this Ordinance. Noise shall be measured by one or more of the following
techniques:
a) Distance:
Noise levels may be measured by the distance that separates the generator of the
noise to the location of the receiver of the noise. This type of measurement can
be utilized by any designee of the Harnett County Sheriff's Office with ordinary
sensibilities which can detect plainly audible noise and can verify a measurable
distance in linear feet.
b) Duration:
Noise levels may be measured by the amount of time that the noise generated
reaches the receiver of the noise. Noise measured in this manner may be
conducted by any designee of the Harnett County Sheriff's Office with ordinary
sensibilities and shall be directed to the length of time that the noise is plainly
audible rath er than the volume level of the noise.
c) Decibel Level:
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Noise levels utilizing this method of measurement shall be measured from any
point beyond (outside) the property line of the property where the noise generates
or the specified developmental setback distance as specified within the Harnett
County Unified Development Ordinance. Noise level measurements shall be
performed by an authorized agent of the Harnett County Sheriff's Office that has
been trained in the area of sound level measurement, using a certified sound level
meter. The meter must be set to the "A" weighted response scale and the meter
to slow response. Measurements shall be conducted in accordance with the
standards promulgated by American National Standards Institute or other
reasonable standards adopted or tested by the County of Harnett. Measurements
shall be taken at least three (3) feet above ground and not more than ten (10) feet
above ground.
d) Penetration:
Noise levels may be measured by the detection of sound within an enclosed area
that was generated outside of the enclosed area. This method of measurement
shall be used to verify if noise is being forced into a structure and minimizes the
expectation of having freedom from disturbance. Measurements of this nature
may be performed by any designee of the Harnett County Sheriff's Office with
ordinary sensibilities that can detect plainly audible noise.
Section 17 Data Documentation & Recordation
A record of all noise level measurements performed utilizing the decibel level method shall
be completed and signed by the individual conducting the noise level testing. The
documentation of the measurement shall contain the following:
a) Date
b) Time of measurement
c) Location of testing sites
d) Location of noise source/ generator
e) Noise level readings for each testing site
f) Weather conditions
g) Make, model and serial number of the s ound level meter used for testing
h) Date of last certification / calibration of the noise level meter
i) Noise source
j) Responsible party information of the noise source
k) Name and contact information of the c omplainant
All other methods of noise level measurements shall document the following:
a) Date
b) Time of measurement
c) Location of testing site
d) Location of noise source
e) Noise source
Section 18 Complaint Procedure and Enforcement
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In the event any person has reasonable grounds to believe that any provision of this
Ordinance is being violated, he or she shall make a report thereof to the Harnett County
Sheriff's Office , which shall investigate the alleged violation. Upon determination of a
violation of the Ordinance, a duly sworn and authorized officer. may uti l ize
enforcement discretion and issue either a warning citation or a civil citation . If a
warning citation is issued, it shall specify that additional violations will result in a
ci vil ci tation and the appropriate penalty.
If the investigation reveals a violation, the in\1estigating officer has the a1:1thority to iss1:1e
a ·Nritten warning or civil citation and may obtain criminal process for the violation thereof.
The investigating officer may utilize other enforcement measures as allowed by
law if found to be necessary to render compliance to this Ordinance.
Section 19 Penalties
A violation of this Ordinance shall not constitute a crimina l misdemeanor or
infraction . Violations of this Ordinance shall be a local offense and subject the
violator to civil penalties and/or appropriate equitable remedies issued from a
General Court of Justice allowed by N.C .G.S . 153A-123
The Administrator shall be a1:1thoriz:ed to use any one ( 1) or more of the methods described
in this Section, or action a1:1thoriz:ed by law, to ins1:1re compliance with or to prevent a
violation of the provisions of this Ordinance.
19.1 Civil Citation
A c ivil citation shall subje ct the violator to a civil penalty in th e a mount of five
hundred ($500 .00) dollars. Citations may be issued and charged as a separate
and distinct offense for each day that the violation continues or occurs. Failure to
pay the penalty within fifteen ( 15) days from receipt of the notice of civil penalty
shall subj ect the violator to a civi l action in the nature of debt for the stated penalty
plu s any additional pena lties . togeth e r with the cost of the acti on to be ta xed by the
Co urt.
After iss1:1ing a written 1.tJarning to the violator, a deputy sheriff, or other law enforcement
officer of the Co1:1nty may issue a citation subjecting the violator to a civil penalty to be paid
within ten ( 10) days. Civil Citations shall be iss1:1ed as follmvs :
Initial Detection............................................. Written Warning
Reoccurring Detections................................... Ci1,il Citations
1st Citation .............................................................. $50.00
~AQ Citation within same 30 day period................ $100.00
~ffi Citation within same 30 day period................ $250.00
All s1:1esequent violations within 30 day period ...... $500 .00
Non payment within Ten (10) days shall result in the iss1:1ance of a $50.00 delinq1:1ency
oharge. The County shall ha..1e tho right to oolloct said payments and dolinq1:1ency charges
through Ci1.«il Action.
19.2 Criminal PreseeYtien Settlement of Civil Claim
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The Harnett County Finance Department is authorized to accept payment in full
and final settlement of the claim(s), right or rights of action which the County may
have to enforce such penalty by civil action in the nature of debt. Acceptance of a
penalty shall be deemed a full and final release of any and all claims, or right of
action arising out of contended violations.
Violations of this Ordinance may constitute a misdemeanor and is punishable as provided
in NCGS 14 4 and the maximum fine; term of imprisonment or infraction penalty allowed
by law is hereby authorized .
49.3 IRjunction
Enforcement may also be achieved by injunction . VVhen a violation occurs, the County
may either before or after the institution of any other authorized action or proceeding , apply
to the appropriate division of the General Court of Justice for a mandatory or prohibitory
injunction commanding the defendant, or in the case of counterclaims the plaintiff, to
correct the unla•11:ful condition or cease the unlawful use of the property.
Section 20 Right of Appeal and Appeal Hearing Board
20.1 Right of Appeal
A violator that has received a civil citation may appeal the citation by completing
the appeal notice portion of the civil citation and returning it to the Harnett County
Sheriff's Office within ten (10) calendar days of the issuance of the citation . Upon
proper appeal, payment of civil penalties shall be suspended pending the findings
of the Appeal Hearing Board. An appeal from the final decision of the Appeal
Hearing Board can be taken to Superior Court by filing a notice of appeal and a
petition for review within ten ( 10) days of the final decision of the Appeal Hearing
Board. Failure to pay penalties within fifteen (15) days after a responsible finding
by the Appeal Hearing Board will be considered failure to pay a civil penalty and
shall subject the violator to a civil action in the nature of debt for the stated penalty
plus any additional penalties, together with the cost of the action to be taxed by the
Court.
20.2 Appeal Hearing Board
Appeals resulting from the enforcement of this Ordinance will be heard by an Appeal
Hearing Board . The Appeal Hearing Board shall be composed of an appointee from
the Sheriff's Office, Development Services. County Manager's Office, Board of
Commissioners and a citizen of Harnett County. The Appeal Hearing Board members
shall be appointed by the Harnett County Board of Commissioners to serve until a
successor is appointed. A designee from the Sheriff's Office shall provide
administrative support, schedule hearings. issue written findings and maintain records
of all appeal hearings. The Appeal Hearing Board will meet monthly on the second
Tuesday following the Board of Commissioners work session if scheduled by a
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representative of the Sheriffs Office. Conformation of the hearing will be sent to the
violator, specifying the date, time and location to appear. Any violator that is
scheduled to appear before the Appeal Hearing Board and does not attend or send a
representative on his/her behalf, shall voluntarily waive their right to appeal and be
found in violation of the provisions of the Ordinance. Upon the conclusion of the
hearing, written findings shall be issued to the appellant.
Section 21 Definitions
In addition to the common meanings of words , the following definitions shall be used in
interpreting the sections of this Ordinance.
"A" weighting scale means the sound pressure level , in decibels , as measured with the
sound level meter using the "A" weighted network sca le. The standard unit notation is dB
(A).
dB (A) means the sound level in decibels , determined by the "A" weighting scale of a
standard sound level meter having characteristics defined by the American National
Standards Institute, Publication ANSI, 1.4-1983, for a type 2 instrument.
Decibel (dB) means a unit of measure, on a logarithmic scale, of the ratio of the magnitude
of a particular sound measure to a standard reference pressure.
Noise means an unwanted o r di sturbing sound .
Plainly Audible means any sound that ca n be detected by a person using his or her
un a ided hearing faculties.
Ordinary Sensibilities means to have normal bodily faculties of perception o r feeling
without the aid or assistance of a mechanic al or externa l device.
Sound Level means, in decibels , a weighted sound pressure level determined by the use
of a sound level meter whose ch a racteristics and frequency weightings are specified in
ANSI standards.
Sound Level Meter means an instrument which includes a microphone, amplifier, RMS
detector, integrator of time average, output meter, and weighting network used to me asure
sound pressure levels .
Section 22 Effective Date
This Ordinance shall take effect and be in force upon adoption .
Adopted this the 17th day of June , 2013.
HARNETT COUNTY BOARD OF CO MMI SS I ONE RS
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County of Harnett
Social Media Use Policy
Purpose
To address the fast-changing landscape of the Internet and the way residents communicate and
obtain information online, Harnett County departments may consider using social media tools
to reach a broader audience. The use of social media by the County and County departments for
business purposes can facilitate information sharing and serve outreach and communication
goals. The County encourages departments to use social media to communicate their mission
and messages with the public. The purpose of this policy is to establish standards for the use of
social media by departments of the County of Harnett and employees of the County. This policy
applies to all County departments and employees, however individual departments may also
have policies with additional requirements or restri ctions on social media use .
Definition
The U.S. Government defines social media as the various activities that integrate technology,
social interaction, and content creation. Through social med ia, county departments can create,
organize, edit, combine, and share content. Social media encompas ses many forms, including
social -networking, biogs, wikis , photo-sharing, video-sharing, and podca sts . Some examples of
these social media forms include, but are not limited to, Facebook, Twitter, lnstagram, Pinterest,
YouTube, and Linkedln.
Policy
Creation of Med ia
Employees may only establish official sites, biogs, pages, or accounts in their official
capacity as County staff on social media with the authorization of their Department
Director and the Public Information Officer. The Public Information Officer must also
review and approve any new official social media pages before they are made accessible
to the general public.
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Use by Employees
1. The Public Information Officer, the department director, and authorized
employees within the department will have access to the login and password
information for the account. Any email used should be an official county email
address, and passwords should be secure. Employees should not use their official
work password for any social media. Any time a password is changed, the
individuals above should be notified of that change immediately.
2. An employee should not speak on behalf of the County or their department
unless authorized to do so. Authorized employees are expected to speak
respectfully and professionally about the County and County-related matters and
to identify themselves and their role with the County when speaking in any such
capacity.
3. Employees are expected to follow copyright, fair use, acceptable use, and
financial disclosure laws when using online communications, as well as the
appropriate Records Retention Schedules for any information posted on social
media. The unlawful use of copyrighted materials, unfounded or derogatory
statements, misrepresentation, or the disclosure of confidential information can
result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination.
4. Department directors, or designees, are responsible for determining who is
authorized to use social media on behalf of the department, and for designating
appropriate access levels. Department directors, or designees, will be responsible
to the County Manager and/or Human Resources in the event of a problem. The
Public Information Officer should be made aware of anyone who has
authorization to use social media on behalf of each department. If an employee's
authorization has been revoked, the department director should notify the Public
Information Officer immediately.
5. As designated social media representatives, employees may not publish content
to any official website or social media application that is unrelated to subjects
associated with the County or that is not relevant to citizens.
6. Employees authorized to post on social media should be aware of their
association with the County and that they serve as a representative of the County
at all times. When posting, employees must be transparent and honest, speak
within their area of expertise, use credible sources, and link back to primary
County websites whenever possible. Employees should never repeat rumors, post
about internal personnel, or post confidential information.
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7. Authorized employees should not cite or reference County contractors or
suppliers without their approval. Once approval is granted, be sure to include a
link back to the source. Photographs of citizens and employees should not be
used if the citizen or employee requests that it not be used .
8. Official County accounts should not comment on, "follow," "like," or "share"
private citizen or commercial profiles from their County social networking page .
However, official County accounts are permitted to comment on, "follow," "like,"
or "share" content on private citizen or commercial profiles that is directly related
to community service or outreach in the County.
9. Official County accounts should not comment on, "follow," "like," or "share" any
political groups' or figures' profiles nor make any political comments/postings on
the County social media site.
10. Employees must refrain from participating in arguments with social profile
visitors. Responses should be respectful and informative rather than based in
opinion. Comments/postings that warrant a response should be referred to the
appropriate County employee or department, who may then address the
commenter's issue off of social media. Each department is responsible for
monitoring postings and taking appropriate action when necessary to protect
general site visitors from inappropriate or technically harmful information.
Comments/postings must be monitored daily, and the following must be either
linked to or displayed on the page:
Harnett County social media sites are subject to applicable public records laws.
Consequently, any communication on Harnett County social media sites (whether
by a County employee or the general public) is subject to monitoring and
disclosure to third pa,ties. Relevant Harnett County and No,th Carolina public
records retention schedules apply to social networking content Records required
to be maintained pursuant to a relevant records retention schedule shall be
maintained for the required retention period in a format that preserves the
integrity of the original record and is easily accessible using the approved County
platforms and tools.
The County reserves the right to remove any comments/postings that (1) contain
anything vulgar or sexually explicit" (ii} are spam or contain computer viruses; (Iii)
advocate or depict illegal activity; (iv) target or disparage any ethnic, racial,
religious, gender or other type of group,· (v) contain personal attacks of any kind;
(vi) promote private business ventures, services, or products,· (vii) are related to
campaigns for public office or promote a political organization,· (vti"i) infringe on
copyrights, trademarks, or other intellectual property,· (ix) are off-topic; (x) are
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violent or threatening; or (xi) disclose confidential, sensitive or proprietary
information.
Authorized employees must refrain from blocking, hiding, or removing from
County social media sites any constitutionally protected speech, unless it is in
violation of one of the above listed exclusions. If an authorized employee receives
a questionable comment and is not sure how to proceed, they should notify the
Public Information Officer immediately.
11. Public comments/postings that are blocked, hidden, or removed from County
social media sites shall be retained pursuant to the records retention schedule
along with the reason the specific content is deemed not suitable for posting.
a. Authorized County social media users are responsible for documenting
blocked, hidden, or removed public comments/postings from County
social media sites.
b. Authorized users must take a screenshot of the comment/posting and
place it in an email addressed to the Department Director, or designee,
along with the reason the specific content is deemed not suitable for
posting .
c. The department director, or designee, must then forward any such emails
to the Public Information Officer for public records retention.
12. Authorized County social media users will follow these guidelines regarding
brand management of County logos and color or style guidelines:
a. Profile Picture. County profiles should upload the County or
departmental seal or logo as their picture. It is important to use the
County/departmental seal or logo to demonstrate authenticity. The image
should look professional and be of good quality.
b. Profile Design. County profiles should use colors consistent with the
County's brand where possible, and should not use extraneous or
distracting design. All designs should be in keeping with web accessibility
compliance needs and should maintain professionalism and consistency
with official county branding. The name "Harnett County" or the official
County or department logo must be displayed.
c. Profile Contact Information. Contact information should display an official
County email address, include something about being the "official
account", provide a link to the County or department website, and include
a physical/mailing address as well as phone number.
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Personal Use of Social Media Guidelines
The County of Harnett respects the rights of employees to use social media and does not
discourage employees from self-publishing, self-expression, and public conversation,
and does not discriminate against employees who use these mediums. However, Harnett
County recognizes that these types of tools can sometimes blur the line between
professional and personal lives. Therefore, employees are reminded that, as
representatives of the County or their department, the rules and guidelines which are
stated in this policy must be taken into consideration when participating in these services
at any time, but particularly when identifying themselves as employees of the County or
when context might lead to that conclusion. Above all, employees should understand
that information put out through social media should be considered public and reflects
both upon you as an individual and upon the County in your role as an employee.
1. Employees are expected to follow the guidelines and policies set forth to provide
a clear line between you as the individual and you as the employee . Personal use
related to a matter of public concern must be conducted in such a manner that a
reader would not think the employee is speaking on behalf of the County.
2. Employees are personally responsible for their commentary on all social media
and can be held personally liable for commentary that is considered defamatory,
obscene, proprietary or libelous by any party .
3. Personal use of social media may not violate or infringe upon the right of any
other person or entity, or constitute a criminal offense or create a civil liability.
4 . Employees are encouraged to exercise sound judgment and discretion in
contributing to social media, where information posted may be seen by other
users . Be reminded that the Internet never forgets . This means everything you
publish will be visible to the world for a long time regardless of any attempts to
erase or edit comments/posts.
5. When in doubt, stop. Add a disclaimer to your social networking profile, personal
blog, or other online presences that clearly states that the opinions or views
expressed are yours alone and do not represent the views of Harnett County or
your department.
a. Example : 'The views expressed on this page are my own and do not
necessarily represent the position or opinion of Harnett County or the
departments within."
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6. In a publicly accessible forum, do not discuss any County or department-related
information that is not already considered public information. The discussion of
sensitive, proprietary, or classified information is strictly prohibited. If you have
signed a confidentiality agreement, you are expected to follow it. Please act
responsibly with the information with which you are entrusted . Failure to comply
may result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination.
7. Employees may not post the 1_1ame, trademark, or logo of the County, company-
privileged information, including copyrighted information or company-issued
documents, or photographs of other employees, residents, vendors, or suppliers
taken in their capacity as County employees.
8. The County permits very limited personal social networking during the workday.
Social networking during the workday is viewed as similar in nature to receiving a
personal phone call, and thus should be of a reasonably limited duration. Social
networking shall not interfere in any way with job responsibilities. Supervisors
have the right and ability to further restrict social networking at work, as
appropriate, and nothing in this policy limits or restricts the County's rights
and/or ability to monitor or modify use of County electronic communication
equipment. Furthermore, employees have no expectation of privacy while using
the County's technology resources for any purpose, including authorized social
media . The County monitors all such use and may withdraw content deemed to
be inappropriate, outside the scope of an employee's authority, or in violation of
County policy as determined by the Department Director, Human Resources
and/or the County Manager's office.
Reporting Violations
The County requests and strongly urges employees to report any violations or possible
or perceived violations of this policy to the Public Information Officer along with
Department Directors, Human Resources, or the County Manager's office.
Discipline for Violations
The County will investigate and respond to all reports of violations or perceived
violations of this policy. Violation of the policies herein may result in disciplinary action,
up to and including termination.
6 I County Social Media Use Policy v2.0
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County of Harnett
Social Media Use Policy
UNDERSTANDING AND ACCEPTANCE OF POLICY
!, __________ , have received/had an opportunity to review a copy of the
County of Harnett Social Media Use Policy. I have read the policy in its entirety and have been
provided the opportunity to ask questions about it. Furthermore, I fully understand and agree to
comply with this policy. I also accept that it is my responsibility to seek clarification from my
supervisor, Human Resources staff, or the Public Information Officer if at any time I am unclear
about the policy's requirements. I fully understand that failure to comply with this policy could
result in disciplinary action, up to and including dismissal.
Employee's Printed Name
Employee's Signature
Date
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