082117mHARNETT COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
Minutes of Regular Meeting
August 21, 2017
The Harnett County Board of Commissioners met in regular session on Monday, August 21,
2017, in the Commissioners Meeting Room, County Administration Building, 102 East Front
Street, Lillington, North Carolina.
Members present:
Staff present:
Gordon Springle, Chairman
Joe Miller, Vice Chairman
Barbara McKoy, Commissioner
Abe Elmore, Commissioner
Howard Penny, Commissioner
Joseph Jeffries, County Manager
Paula Stewart, Deputy County Manager
Dwight Snow, County Attorney
Kimberly Honeycutt, Finance Officer
Margaret Regina Wheeler, Clerk
Chairman Springle called the meeting to order at 7:00 pm. Boy Scout Troop 1776 led the Pledge
of Allegiance. Commissioner Howard Penny led the invocation.
Chairman Springle called for additions and deletions to the published agenda. Commissioner
Elmore moved to approve the agenda as published. Commissioner McKoy seconded the motion
which passed unanimously.
Commissioner Elmore moved to approve the following items listed on the consent agenda. Vice
Chairman Miller seconded the motion, which passed unanimously
1. Minutes: August 7, 2017 Regular Meeting
2. Budget Amendments:
44 Sheriff Department
Code 110-5100-420.32-27 Controlled Substance Tax
110-0000-399.00-00 Fund Balance Appropriated
50 Capital Reserve GGOVT Fund
Code 194-5500-420.74-74 Animal Services
194-0000-399.00-00 Fund Balance Appropriated
7,422 increase
7,422 increase
25,000 increase
25,000 increase
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51 Cooperative Extension
Code 110-7398-465.32-30 Family Consumer Science
110-0000-399-00-00 Fund Balance Appropriated
52 Airport
Code 110-6500-406.43-16 Maintenance & Repair Equip
110-6500-406.43.18 Maintenance & Repair landscaping
110-0000-356.30-00 Reimbursement/Insurance claim
53 Emergency Services
Code 110-5300-420.31-45 Disaster Expenses
110-0000-356.41-07 Natural Disaster
3. Tax rebates, refunds and releases
383 increase
383 increase
3,200 increase
2,146 increase
5,346 increase
96,589 increase
96,589 increase
4. Harnett County Board of Commissioners authorized, empowered and commanded the
Tax Administrator to collect the taxes set forth in the tax records filed in the office of
Harnett County and in the tax receipts herewith delivered to the Tax Administrator, in the
amounts and from the taxpayers likewise therein set forth. This charge is for the
2017/2018 tax year.
5. Harnett County Health Director requested approval to establish the following fees:
CPT Code Description Recommended Price
S0281 Medical Home Program Mgmt Fee $150
(Postpartum Home visit)
11765 Ingrown Toenail Removal $105
J7298 Mirena IUD (5 year) $900 (340b pricing $235)
J7301 Skyla IUD (3 year) $700 (340b pricing $235)
6. Proclamation Supporting Marsy's Law for North Carolina
7. Harnett County Public Utilities requested approval of write-offs for the second quarter of
2017 in the amount of $39,799.25. All of these accounts have been delinquent for more
than three years. The facilitation of these write-offs is an important step in a continuing
effort to effectively manage collections and bad debt. HCDPU is currently using the
Local Government Debt Setoff Program and On -Line Collections, Inc. to help collect
delinquent accounts.
8. Harnett County Finance Officer requested approval of an agreement to enter into an
installment purchase financing with PNC at an interest rate of 1.82% for Finance/Human
Resources Software and Courthouse Audio Visual Upfits in the amount of $1,902,953 for
a term of three years and interest totaling $43,434.61.
9. Denied request to waive rezoning fees for the Williams Property on US 401 South.
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Chairman Springle opened the floor for informal comments by the public, allowing up to
3 minutes for each presentation up to 30 minutes.
Penny Christman from Johnsonville listed improvements she would like to see at
the Johnsonville Convenience Site. She also requested an update on the park and
asked to be informed about future county clean-ups as soon as possible.
Cris Nystrom of 391 Center Lane in Bunnlevel addressed the Board. He said he
would like to see more citizens involved in their government.
Johnathan Marchant of Raleigh thanked commissioners for adopting the
proclamation supporting Marsy's Law for North Carolina. He said Marcy's Law
is legislation that would provide equal rights to victims of violent crimes.
Jennifer Marriner of 1161 Live Oak Road in Coats talked about the 2017 NC
"Clear the Shelter" event. She also voiced her concerns regarding the Harnett
County Animal Services and asked that a citizen be allowed to participate in the
selection of the new Adoption Coordinator/Manager position.
Dr. Lavonda Fowler of 1000 West Harnett Street in Dunn talked about animal
rescue organizations and what they do.
Vice Chairman Miller moved to approve the appointment listed below. Commissioner Elmore
seconded the motion, which passed unanimously.
HARNETT COUNTY COUNCIL FOR WOMEN
Staci Campbell was appointed to serve on this Council for a term of three years expiring
September 30, 2020.
Commissioner Elmore said the Better Breathing Club of Harnett County is a good program at no
cost. He said they show you some things you can do to breathe better. They meet the third
Friday of each month from 10:30 am until noon at the First Choice Community Health Center in
Lillington.
Mark Locklear, Director of Development Services, petitioned the Board for a public hearing
regarding Landowner/Applicant: Milton Enterprises, Inc. / Stephen Milton; 23.64 +/- acres; Pin #
0642-72-4441.000; From RA -40 to RA -30 Zoning District; SR # 1412 (Christian Light Road);
Hector's Creek Township.
Mr. Locklear said the site is currently vacant and as per the application, the intent is to subdivide
this property for residential purposes. RA -30 requires less lot frontage than RA -40. He said
public water is available and private septic tank will be utilized with surrounding land uses
including vacant farmland and single-family residential uses. Mr. Locklear noted that on August
7, 2017 the Harnett County Planning Board voted unanimously (4-0) to recommend approval
based on proposed use of single family residential therefore maintaining the compatibility
between RA -40 and RA -30.
Mr. Locklear stated staff's evaluation as:
- The IMPACT to the adjacent property owners and the surrounding community is
reasonable, and the benefits of the rezoning outweigh any potential inconvenience or
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harm to the community. REASONING: The impact to the surrounding community is
reasonable, as the requested rezoning district is similar in nature to the surrounding area.
The requested zoning district is COMPATIBLE with the existing Land Use
Classification. REASONING: The requested zoning of RA -30 is compatible with the
overall land use classification of Medium Density Residential, as well as within the
Compatibility Development Target area. The MDR land use class could have lot
densities that range from 2-5 units per acre and have areas of existing utilities. The
Compatibility Development Target areas are based on potential utility availability and
flexibility with lot sizes.
The proposal does ENHANCE or maintain the public health, safety and general welfare.
REASONING: The requested zoning to RA -30 would maintain the public health, safety
and general welfare due to the existing residential uses within the area.
This request is NOT for a SMALL SCALE REZONING and should not be evaluated for
reasonableness. REASONING: Since the proposed zoning district of RA -30 is
immediately across the road, as well as due to the similarity of the two districts, this
application does not need to be considered a Small Scale Rezoning.
Suggested Statement -of -Consistency: Staff concludes the requested rezoning to RA -30 would
not have an unreasonable impact on the surrounding community and will maintain the public
health, safety, and general welfare based on the existing residential uses as well as the County's
Land Use Plan. It is recommended that this rezoning request be approved.
Chairman Springle called to order a public hearing on the matter and opened the meeting for
comments from the public. Seeing no one move, Chairman Springle closed the public hearing.
Commissioner Elmore moved to approve the rezoning as presented. Commissioner McKoy
seconded the motion that passed unanimously.
Treasurer Tom Steves presented the Sandhills Antique Farm Equipment Club annual report.
Sandhills Antique Farm Equipment Club is a 501(C)3 tax-exempt corporation who leases land
from the County. The Club's mission is to preserve southern agricultural heritage through
restoration and display of antique farm equipment at work, and to provide fun and educational
family activities for North Carolinians of all ages.
Mr. Steves reported some activities at Sandhills Farm Park including the 7th annual Swap Meet
the 1st Saturday in October, the 9th Annual Sandhills Antique Farm -Show the 3rd Saturday in
March, Ag Science Days increased to 4 per year to accommodate all Harnett County 5th graders,
HC Bee Keepers Association classes and 5K Run.
He noted club involvement in the community, which included a $1000 scholarship to a local high
school student, FFA project, budgeting $1600 to send students to FFA Leadership Camp and
FFA Recreation Camp at White Lake and the Club Benevolent Fund that helps local people in
financial need. Mr. Steves also listed community activities supported with demonstrations
and/or static displays by the Sandhills Antique Farm Equipment Club.
Mr. Steves said they planted 30 Crepe Myrtle trees at the entrance of the Sandhills Farm Park.
He reported future plans include a bathroom facility at the Farm Park, a museum for display of
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donations and extend pavement of Alexander Drive to Farm Park entrance. Mr. Steves also said
their farm show draws approximately 800 attendees and 20-30 vendors with a gross income over
$13,000.
Sandhills Antique Farm Equipment Club President Alvin McArtan addressed the Board. He
spoke of Club Founder Bruce Davis who recently passed away. Mr. McArtan said the Club's
lease with the County is coming up for renewal in January and they would like to extend their
lease for an additional 10 years as soon as possible. Mr. McArtan thanked the County for their
support of the Club's endeavors. Club members Ronald Thomas and Craig Senter were also
present. It was the consensus of the Board for staff to draft a new lease agreement with
Sandhills Antique Farm Equipment Club as soon as possible.
Mr. Jeffries presented the following:
- Interdepartmental Budget Amendments
There was no new business.
There was no need for closed session.
Commissioner Elmore moved to adjourn the meeting at 7:36 pm. Commissioner Penny
seconded the motion that passed unanimous
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