021720mHARNETT COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
Minutes of Regular Meeting
February 17, 2020
The Harnett County Board of Commissioners met in regular session on Monday, February 17,
2020, in the Commissioners Meeting Room, County Administration Building, 420 McKinney
Parkway, Lillington, North Carolina.
Members present:
Staff present:
Howard Penny, Jr., Chairman
Joe Miller, Vice Chairman
Mark B. Johnson, Commissioner
Barbara McKoy, Commissioner
Gordon Springle, Commissioner
Paula Stewart, County Manager
Dwight Snow, County Attorney
Kimberly Honeycutt, Finance Officer
Margaret Regina Wheeler, Clerk
Chairman Penny called the meeting to order at 6:00 pm. Commissioner Springle led the Pledge
of Allegiance and invocation.
Chairman Penny called for any additions or deletions to the published agenda. Commissioner
Springle moved to approve the agenda as published. Vice Chairman Miller seconded the motion
that passed unanimously.
Vice Chairman Miller moved to approve items on the consent agenda. Commissioner McKoy
seconded the motion, which passed unanimously.
1. Minutes: February 3, 2020 Regular Meeting
2. Budget Amendments:
147 Sheriff Office
Code 1104310 586000
1104310 330210
1104310 330210
Public Safety
2017 Edward Byrne Justice Grant
2018 Edward Byrne Justice Grant
352 Medical Examiner
Code 1104530 544085 Medical Examiner
1109910 599000 Contingency
18,384 increase
14,584 increase
3,800 increase
50,000 increase
50,000 decrease
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183 Emergency Response
Code 2148403 523010
2148403 524010
2148403 526010
2148403 535010
2148403 535030
2148403 557000
764 Sheriff/Jail
Code 1104390 539020
1104390 380850
880 Sheriff/Jail
Code 1104390 539020
1104390 380850
Planning
Books, Media, & Publications
M & R Supplies — Buildings
Office Supplies
R & M — Buildings
R & M — Vehicles
Capital Outlay — Vehicles
Laundry & Dry Cleaning
Insurance Settlement
Laundry & Dry Cleaning
Insurance Settlement
3. Tax rebates, refunds and releases
500 decrease
500 decrease
3,000 decrease
500 decrease
500 decrease
5,000 increase
96,000 increase
96,000 increase
104,000 increase
104,000 increase
4. Administration requested approval of the Proclamation to Honor Kimberly S. Hargrove.
5. Harnett County Sheriff's Office requested approval to accept the donation of a six-month
old Bloodhound, valued at $1,000, from Deputy Michael McCoy.
6. Harnett County Sheriff's Office requested approval of the 2020 Detention Center Health
Plan. Harnett County contracts with Southern Health Partners, Inc. to provide medical
care to the Harnett County Detention Center.
7. Harnett County Emergency Services requested approval of the Designated Agents form
for the Hurricane Dorian Hazard Mitigation Grant. These agents will be responsible for
signing numerous state and federal grant documents related to the application, award and
execution of this grant. The Hazard Mitigation Grant Program is designed to assist local
governments by offering funding for projects that will lessen the impact of future
disasters to our government and citizens.
8. Harnett County Public Library requested approval of an award of bid to Bibliotheca, LLC
for the installation, maintenance, and warranty of a Radio Frequency Identification
(RFID) System for the Harnett County Resource Center and Library. Bibilotheca's
proposal was chosen over other proposals based on weighted scores for certain criteria.
RFID is a technology that uses electromagnetic fields to automatically identify tags
attached to physical items. RFID implementation will benefit all users in our rapidly
growing patron -base by freeing up staff availability, streamlining our circulation
processes, providing a more accurate foot traffic report, enforcing an additional layer of
security and inventory control, and simplifying collection management. (Attachment 1)
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9. Harnett County Finance Officer and Budget Officer requested approval of the revised
Fiscal Policy for Harnett County. The revisions will enhance the policy to include budget
preparation and administration.
10. Harnett County Tax Department reported total unpaid FY 2019/2020 property taxes
totaling $2,596,213.55, as of January 31. 2020, constituting a lien on real property. The
Harnett County Board of Commissioners ordered the Tax Administrator to advertise,
pursuant to NCGS 105-369, unpaid taxes for the fiscal year 2019-2020 that constitute a
lien on real property.
Chairman Penny presented Mrs. Kimberly S. Hargrove with a proclamation recognizing her 34
years of dedicated service to the citizens of Harnett County. North Carolina Secretary of State
Elaine Marshall presented Mrs. Hargrove with the Order of the Long Leaf Pine.
Chairman Penny opened the floor for informal comments by the public, allowing up to 3 minutes
for each presentation up to 30 minutes. The following citizens addressed the Board:
Jerry Rivas of 364 Twin Ponds Road in Sanford
Joe Langley of 298 Kirk Adams Road in Angier
Tammy Truelove of 179 Knight Estates Circle in Fuquay-Varina
- John Linderman, owner of 1211 Jackson Road in Fuquay-Varina
Floyd Hein of 411 Raney Drive in Spring Lake
- Geri Ritts of 25 Ben Court in Bunnlevel
Carina Bibbens of 2614 McDougald Road in Lillington
Mrs. Stewart was asked to follow-up with Mrs. Truelove regarding her request for guidance on
what she can do about deer dogs. Chairman Penny reminded everyone that it would take a
legislative action to change the game laws in Harnett County.
Vice Chairman Miller moved to approve the following appointments. Commissioner Springle
seconded the motion that passed unanimously.
Board of Equalization and Review
George Thurman, representing District 1, was re -appointed for a two-year term
expiring February 28, 2022.
Joe Miriello, who represents District 3, was given a second waiver of term limit and
re -appointed for a two-year term expiring February 28, 2022.
Bobby Doberstein, representing District 5, was re -appointed for a two-year term
expiring February 28, 2022.
Board of Health
Amanda Langdon was appointed to serve on this board as the veterinarian
representative for a term of three years expiring February 28, 2023.
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Harnett County Commission for Women and Youth
Allison Fenderson was reappointed to serve on this board for a term of three years
expiring March 31, 2023.
Larry Smith, Director of Harnett County Emergency Services, presented Benhaven Emergency
Service's request for approval to purchase approximately three acres of land, not to exceed
$65,000, at 13151 Hwy 27 West to construct a substation (Station 3). Benhaven Emergency
Services Chief Andy Thomas said their station addition/relocation plan has been reviewed and
approved by NC OSFM as meeting the maximum coverage for their five mile district. He said
this substation would bring multiple parcels and proposed sub divisions into the 5 -mile for
insurance purposes. Chief Thomas noted their 5 -year capital plan for 20/21 has funding for this
land purchase and would not require financing. Vice Chairman Miller moved to approve the
request as presented. Commissioner Johnson seconded the motion that passed unanimously.
Mark Locklear, Director of Harnett County Development Services, petitioned the Board for a
public hearing: Proposed Zoning Change: Case # PLAN 1912-0001, Landowner / Applicant:
Emilio & Danielle Flores; 2.0 +/- acres; Pin # 0654-66-0008.000; From RA -30 to Commercial
Zoning District; US Hwy 401 N; Hector's Creek Township. The site is currently occupied by a
single-family structure and a detached garage. Surrounding land uses included undeveloped
land, several non-residential uses (Spence Mill Industrial Park) as well as low-density residential
and agricultural uses. Services available are Harnett County public water and private septic tank.
Mr. Locklear noted that on February 3, 2020, the Harnett County Planning Board voted
unanimously (4-0) to recommend approval of application based on compatibility with the Land
Use Plan and the growing nature of this area. He said no one spoke in opposition.
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
harm to the community. REASONING: The impact to the surrounding community is
reasonable, as there are several nonresidential uses in this area.
The requested zoning district is COMPATIBLE with the existing Land Use
Classification. REASONING: The requested zoning to Commercial is compatible with
the overall land use classification of Employment Mixed Use, as well as within the
Compatibility Development Target area. Per the County's Land Use Plan Employment
Mixed Use areas "are located along major thoroughfares and include prime locations for
economic development opportunities."
The proposal does ENHANCE or maintain the public health, safety and general welfare.
REASONING: The requested zoning would enhance or maintain the public health, safety
and general welfare due to the potential site improvements that could take place.
The request is for a SMALL SCALE REZONING and should not be evaluated for
reasonableness. REASONING: Due to the size of these parcels and the Land Use
compatibility, this application does not need to be considered for a Small Scale Rezoning.
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Suggested Statement -of -Consistency: Staff concludes that the requested rezoning to Commercial
would not have an unreasonable impact on the surrounding community based on the
nonresidential growth patterns of this area as well as compliance with the County's Land Use
Plan. It is recommended that this rezoning request be approved.
Chairman Penny called to order a public hearing on the matter and opened the meeting for
comments from the public.
- Emilio Flores, the owner and applicant, spoke in favor of the rezoning. Mr. Flores
responded that he might utilize the existing house on the property as office space for his
commercial landscape business.
Seeing no one else move, Chairman Penny closed the public hearing. Commissioner Springle
moved to approve the requested rezoning to Commercial, as it would not have an unreasonable
impact on the surrounding community based on the nonresidential growth patterns of this area as
well as compliance with the County's Land Use Plan. Vice Chairman Miller seconded the
motion, which passed unanimously.
Ms. Stewart presented the following reports:
Harnett County Veterans Services Activities Report — January 2020
Harnett County Public Health Activities Summary — January 2020
- Interdepartmental Budget Amendments
Mrs. Stewart informed the Board that the cost to construct the new access driveway into North
Harnett Primary from NC 210 has increased $900,000 due to litigation and other issues. The
project is now estimated at over $1.4 million. She reminded commissioners that the County
currently has an agreement with NCDOT for the design and construction of the North Harnett
Primary access road. The County previously agreed to pay approximately $200,000 towards this
project. Mrs. Stewart asked the Board if they wish to pay the additional $900,000 or let the
project go. She said the access road does not seem to be a high priority for the Board of
Education and confirmed that there is already an emergency access out from the school. Mr.
Snow answered that the Board has 60 days to respond. Commissioner Springle moved to table
the issue. Commissioner McKoy seconded the motion, which passed unanimously.
Mrs. Stewart also announced that US Congressman Mark Walker plans to visit the District 11A
Veteran Treatment Court in Harnett County on Wednesday.
Chairman Penny called for any new business. Vice Chairman Miller talked about the NCDOT's
SWAT -A -LITTERBUG Program where citizens can report the license plate of anyone they see
littering. He also announced the 2020 Spring Litter Sweep event scheduled for April 22, 2020.
Vice Chairman Miller encouraged citizens to pick up litter on their own if they are unable to
participate in the County's events. He noted the County would help provide supplies for litter
events if needed.
Commissioner Springle moved that the Board go into closed session for the following purpose:
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1) Consultation with the County's legal staff in order to preserve the attorney-client
privilege concerning the handling of a certain claim; and
2) To instruct the County staff concerning the position to be taken by the County in
negotiating a contract for the acquisition of real property; and
3) To discuss a certain personnel matter.
This motion is made pursuant to N.C. General Statute Section 143-318.11(a)(3)&(5) &(6).
Commissioner McKoy seconded the motion that passed unanimously.
Commissioner Springle moved that the Board come out of closed session. Vice Chairman
Miller seconded the motion that passed unanimously.
Commissioner Johnson moved to adjourn the meeting at 7:26 pm. Commissioner McKoy
seconded the motion, which passed unanimously.
and Penny, Chairman
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