080315mHARNETT COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
Minutes of Regular Meeting
August 3, 2015
The Harnett County Board of Commissioners met in regular session on Monday, August 3, 2015,
in the Commissioners Meeting Room, County Administration Building, 102 East Front Street,
Lillington, North Carolina.
Members present:
Staff present:
Jim Burgin, Chairman
Gordon Springle, Vice Chairman
Abe Elmore, Commissioner
Barbara McKoy, Commissioner
Joe Miller, Commissioner
Joseph Jeffries, County Manager
Paula Stewart, Deputy County Manager
Dwight Snow, County Attorney
Kimberly Honeycutt, Finance Officer
Margaret Regina Wheeler, Clerk
Chairman Burgin called the meeting to order at 9:00 am. Vice Chairman Gordon led the pledge
of allegiance and invocation.
Chairman Burgin recognized Taylor Foster who will be the 4H delegate this year at the
upcoming NCACC conference in Greenville. Ms. Foster will visit with commissioners
following the meeting.
Chairman Burgin called for additions and deletions to the published agenda. Commissioner
Elmore moved to approve the agenda as presented. Commissioner McKoy seconded the motion
which passed unanimously.
Vice Chairman Springle requested clarification on several Workforce Development budget
amendments. Mrs. Honeycutt explained they originally submitted their preliminary budgets and
these budget amendments reflect the approved and actual budget. Vice Chairman Springle
moved to approve the following items listed on the consent agenda. Commissioner McKoy
seconded the motion which passed unanimously.
1. Budget Amendments:
9 WIOA Adults Program
Code 234-7410-465.11-00
234-7410-465.11-14
234-7410-465.12-00
234-7410-465.12-02
234-7410-465.21-00
Salaries & Wages
Longevity
Salaries & Wages—Part Time
Salaries & Wages—Part Time
Group Insurance Expense
571 increase
36 increase
7,515 increase
— Participant 25,139 decrease
56 increase
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9 WIOA Adults Program continued
Code
234-7410-465.21-05
234-7410-465.22-00
234-7410-465.22-01
234-7410-465.23-00
234-7410-465.25-10
234-7410-465.26-08
234-7410-465.30-22
234-7410-465.32-26
234-7410-465.32-73
234-7410-465.33-45
234-7410-465.35-26
234-7410-465.35-27
234-7410-465.35-61
234-7410-465.35-83
234-7410-465.41-11
234-7410-465.41-13
234-7410-465.44-21
234-7410-465.58-01
234-7410-465.58-02
234-7410-465.58-14
234-7410-465.58-19
234-7410-465.60-31
234-7410-465.60-33
234-0000-331.74-10
Group Insurance Expense -Employee Clinic
FICA Tax Expense
FICA Tax Expense -Participant
Retirement
Unemployment
Worker's Compensation
Reimbursement (Indirect Cost)
Incentive/Participants
Training Vouchers
Contracted Services
Participant Cost
Child Care
Adult Paid Work Experience
Training Vouchers - Authorized
Telephone & Communication
Utilities
Building & Equipment Rent
Training & Meetings
Training - OJT (On the Job Training)
Travel
Travel - Participant
Gas, Oil & Auto Supplies
Materials & Supplies
Harnett -Adult
10 WIOA Dislocated Worker Program
Salaries & Wages 1 decrease
Longevity 76 increase
Salaries & Wages Part -Time 538 increase
Salaries & Wages Part -Time -Participant 25,139 decrease
Group Insurance Expense
Group Insurance Expense -Employee Clinic
FICA Tax Expense
FICA Tax Expense -Participant
Retirement
Supplemental Retirement
Unemployment Benefits
Worker's Compensation
Reimbursement (Indirect Cost)
Incentives/Participants
Support Services
Training Vouchers
Contracted Services
Participant Cost
Code 234-7411-465.11-00
234-7411-465.11-14
234-7411-465.12-00
234-7411-465.12-02
234-7411-465.21-00
234-7411-465.21-05
234-7411-465.22-00
234-7411-465.22-01
234-7411-465.23-00
234-7411-465.23-01
234-7411-465.25-10
234-7411-465.26-08
234-7411-465.30-22
234-7411-465.32-26
234-7411-465.32-72
234-7411-465.32-73
234-7411-465.33-45
234-7411-465.35-26
8 increase
594 increase
393 decrease
167 increase
90 increase
205 increase
1,127 decrease
1,000 decrease
3,204 decrease
176 decrease
4,023 decrease
4,000 decrease
8,000 increase
15,000 decrease
800 decrease
500 decrease
100 decrease
1,100 decrease
27,365 decrease
800 decrease
1,083 increase
500 decrease
4,860 decrease
71,762 decrease
56 increase
8 increase
694 increase
775 decrease
167 increase
21 increase
90 increase
50 increase
2,432 decrease
184 decrease
7,000 decrease
36,966 decrease
500 increase
7,000 decrease
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10 WIOA Dislocated Worker Program continued
Child Care
Paid work Experience
Training Vouchers - Authorized
Telecommunications & Postage
Building & Equipment Rent
Training & Meetings
Training OJT (On the Job Training)
Travel
Travel -Participant
Gas, Oil & Auto Supplies
Materials & Supplies
Harnett -Dislocated Worker
Code 234-7411-465.35-27
234-7411-465.35-61
234-7411-465.35-83
234-7411-465.41-11
234-7411-465.44-21
234-7411-465.58-01
234-7411-465.58-02
234-7411-465.58-14
234-7411-465.58-19
234-7411-465.60-31
234-7411-465.60-33
234-0000-331.74-11
11 WIA Youth In -School Program
234-7405-465.11-00 Salaries & Wages
234-7405-465.11-14 Longevity
234-7405-465.12-00 Salaries & Wages Part -Time
234-7405-465.12-02 Salaries & Wages Participant
234-7405-465.21-00 Group Insurance Expense
234-7405-465.21-05
234-7405-465.22-00
234-7405-465.22-01
234-7405-465.23-00
234-7405-465.23-01
234-7405-465.25-10
234-7405-465.26-08
234-7405-465.11-00
234-7405-465.32-26
234-7405-465.32-72
234-7405-465.32-73
234-7405-465.33-45
234-7405-465.35-01
234-7405-465.35-26
234-7405-465.35-27
234-7405-465.41-11
234-7405-465.41-13
234-7405-465.43-21
234-7405-465.58-01
234-7405-465.58-02
234-7405-465.58-14
234-7405-465.58-19
234-7405-465.58-22
234-7405-465.60-31
234-7405-465.60-33
Code
Group Insurance Expense -Employee
FICA Tax Expense
FICA Tax Expense - Participant
Retirement
Supplemental Retirement
Unemployment Benefits
Worker's Compensation
Reimbursement (Indirect Cost)
Incentives
Support Services
Training Vouchers
Contracted Services
Stipends / Bonuses
Participant Cost
Child Care
Telecommunication & Postage
Utilities
Maintenance & Repair Auto
Training & Meetings
Training OJT (On the Job Training)
Travel Admin
Travel - Participant
Training (Acad/Occ Educ)
Gas, Oil & Auto Supplies
Materials & Supplies
4,000 decrease
15,000 increase
30,000 decrease
60 decrease
100 decrease
600 decrease
30,980 decrease
500 decrease
10,023 decrease
500 decrease
3,669 decrease
142,729 decrease
19,135 decrease
38 decrease
1,879 increase
14,989 decrease
3,810 decrease
Clinic 98 decrease
1,130 decrease
938 decrease
1,111 decrease
313 decrease
147 decrease
242 decrease
2,191 decrease
8,260 decrease
1,374 decrease
40,251 decrease
80 increase
500 increase
4,125 decrease
50 increase
1,035 decrease
1,100 decrease
250 decrease
947 decrease
3,000 increase
350 decrease
5,791 decrease
1,250 increase
250 decrease
2,175 decrease
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11 WIA Youth In -School Program continued
Code 234-7405-465.60-53 Dues & Subscriptions
234-0000-331.74-05 Harnett Youth -In School
25 increase
103,266 decrease
12 WIA Out of School Youth Program
Code 234-7407-465.11-00 Salaries & Wages 22,167 increase
234-7407-465.11-14 Longevity 90 increase
234-7407-465.12-00 Salaries & Wages Part -Time 3,543 increase
234-7407-465.12-02 Salaries & Wages Participant 9,061 increase
234-7407-465.21-00 Group Insurance Expense 3,995 increase
234-7407-465.21-05 Group Insurance Expense -Employee Clinic 2 increase
234-7407-465.22-00 FICA Tax Expense 2,713 increase
234-7407-465.22-01 FICA Tax Expense -Participant 2,952 increase
234-7407-465.23-00 Retirement 2,308 increase
234-7407-465.23-01 Supplement Retirement 653 increase
234-7407-465.25-10 Unemployment Insurance 354 increase
234-7407-465.26-08 Worker's Compensation 261 increase
234-7407-465.30-22 Reimbursement (Indirect Cost) 2,135 increase
234-7407-465.32-26 Incentives 1,250 increase
234-7407-465.32-72 Support Services 112 increase
234-7407-465.32-73 Training Vouchers 18,416 increase
234-7407-465.33-45 Contracted Services 1,068 increase
234-7407-465.35-01 Stipends/Bonuses 1,500 increase
234-7407-465.35-26 Participant Cost 615 increase
234-7407-465.35-27 Child Care 1,950 increase
234-7407-465.41-11 Telecommunication & Postage 944 increase
234-7407-465.41-13 Utilities 1,200 increase
234-7407-465.54-26 Advertising 225 increase
234-7407-465.58-01 Training & Meetings 2,259 increase
234-7407-465.58-02 Training OJT (On the Job Training) 9,000 increase
234-7407-465.58-14 Travel Admin 750 increase
234-7407-465.58-19 Travel -Participant 10,028 increase
234-7407-465.60-31 Gas, Oil & Auto Supplies 125 decrease
234-7407-465.60-33 Materials & Supplies 525 decrease
234-7407-465.11-00 Dues & Subscriptions 25 decrease
234-0000-331.74-07 Harnett Youth -Out of School 98,876 increase
16 Solid Waste
Code 250-6600-461.35-56 Electronics Management 9,507 increase
250-0000-336.25-01 Electronics Management Intergovernmental 9,507 increase
Revenue
17 Planning Services
Code 110-7200-465.33-45 Contracted Services
110-0000-334.72-05 NC Wildlife Land Use Plan
4,348 increase
4,348 increase
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18 Health Department
Code 110-7600-441.41-11
110-7600-441.58-01
110-7600-441.58-21
110-7600-441.60-33
110-0000-331.76-01
19 Health Department
Code 110-7501-441.32-11
110-7501-441.58-14
110-7501-441.60-33
110-0000-331.75-01
Telephone & Postage
Training
Travel for Contract Employees
Materials & Supplies
Health — WIC Program
100 decrease
100 decrease
133 decrease
187 decrease
520 decrease
Family Care Support 1,000 decrease
Travel 500 decrease
Materials & Supplies 500 decrease
Family Care Support 2,000 decrease
20 Health Department
Code 110-7552-441.32-13 Special Projects
110-0000-353.75-52 Donations
21 Sheriff s Office
Code 110-5103-420.36-01 2014 Edward Byrne Grant
110-0000-331.51-32 2014 Edward Byrne Grant
22 Social Services
Code 110-7700-441.33-45 Contracted Services
110-7700-441.11-00 Salaries & Wages
23 Sheriff's Office
Code 110-5100-420.60-33 Materials & Supplies
110-0000-399.00-00 Fund Balance Appropriated
51 increase
51 increase
24,008 increase
24,008 increase
45,000 increase
45,000 decrease
32,212 increase
32,212 increase
2. Tax refunds, rebates and release (Attachment 1)
3. Resolution to add roads to state system (Attachment 2)
4. Resolution in Support of the Stepping Up Initiative to Reduce the Number of People with
Mental Illnesses in Jails (Attachment 3)
5. Harnett County Sheriff's Office requested approval to donate seven (7) county vehicles to
Central Carolina Community College for the purpose of law enforcement training.
Sheriff Rollins also requested approval to surplus 5 county vehicles for sale by the
County.
6. Harnett County General Services requested approval of donation of a decommissioned
Transportation vehicle to Harnett Animal Welfare Coalition (HAWC). HAWC is a non-
profit organization that assists Harnett County citizens to transport animals to receive
spay and/or neuter services with little or no fee depending on income verification.
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7. Harnett County General Services requested approval of the NC DOT/Public
Transportation Division 5311 Community Transportation Program grant agreement 16 -
CT -040 in the amount of $275,608 with a required local match of $38,517. This funding
will enhance access to healthcare, shopping, education, employment, human service and
recreation for people in non -urbanized rural areas. The funding also assists in the
maintenance, development, improvement and use of public transportation systems in non -
urbanized areas.
8. Harnett County Public Library requested approval to accept the EZ Edge Technology
Grant from the NC State Library in the amount of $5,000 with no match required. These
funds will be used to purchase five additional laptops and software.
9. Harnett County Habitat for Humanity requested a waiver of water tap fees up to $1,750
for a habitat house on Mamie Upchurch Road.
Chairman Burgin opened the floor for informal comments by the public, allowing up to 3
minutes for each presentation up to 30 minutes.
- Cris Nystrom of 391 Center Lane in Bunnlevel said when ordinances are proposed typically
we look at how individual rights could be impacted but how often do we look at the third
amendment. Mr. Nystrom said the third amendment may be the most misunderstood. He
asked that we ensure in our activities in government that we prevent putting soldiers in
people's homes, we want people to have their privacy.
- Bob Wilson of Carolina Seasons in the Johnsonville area said the cable people have said
that they cannot provide services in the new area of the Carolina Seasons subdivision. Mr.
Wilson asked if the cable company has an agreement with the County. Mrs. Stewart
responded these services are now a State franchise. Chairman Burgin asked staff to follow-
up with Charter. Mr. Wilson said he thinks Campbell University is a very good addition to
the County; they help senior citizens prepare their taxes, they are a large employer as well as
providing a golf course and sports entertainment.
Commissioner Miller moved to approve the appointments listed below. Vice Chairman Springle
seconded the motion which passed unanimously.
ADULT CARE HOME COMMUJNITY ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Laurinda B. Southerland and Peggy McDougald (nominated by Commissioner Miller)
were appointed to serve on this committee for a one year term expiring Sept. 30, 2016.
Harnett Nursing Home Community Advisory Committee
Shirley White McNeal and Patricia Walker Smith (nominated by Commissioner Miller)
were appointed to serve on this committee for a one year term expiring Sept. 30, 2016.
Nonprofit Committee
Charles Moore (nominated by Commissioner McKoy) was appointed to serve on this
committee representing District 1.
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Sandhills Center Board of Directors
Commissioner Barbara McKoy was appointed to serve on this board
Mr. Jeffries presented the following report:
- Sworn report showing a list of unpaid taxes, as of June 30, 2015, constituting liens on
real property and a list of unpaid taxes on personal property not constituting liens on real
property and make a settlement for the 2014 taxes.
Mr. Jeffries updated the board regarding their previous approval to fund 20 positions at DSS with
no additional funding needed. He said after calculations and including benefits DSS only had
enough funding for 16 positions. Mr. Jeffiies said it would cost approximately $95,000 of
additional funding to fund the other four positions. Vice Chairman Springle updated the board
regarding the caseload at DSS. He said they have made some real progress, they have changed
their processes as well as staff being required to work at least 5 hours a week comp time. Mr.
Jeffries assured the board they were complying with employment rules. Commissioner Springle
said staff can accumulate up to 40 hours of comp time and have the option to accumulate time or
be paid out for it. Discussions continued. Commissioners will discuss the possibility of funding
the additional four positions at an upcoming work session.
Commissioner McKoy asked if citizens can pay their taxes by credit card. Mr. Jeffries
responded they can but there is a fee associated with the transaction.
Commissioner Springle said he recently received a tax bill from Morehead City who is offering a
30 day 2% discount for the month of August. Commissioners asked Mrs. Honeycutt to work
with the Tax Department to run the numbers on offering something like this.
Chairman Burgin called for any new business. Chairman Burgin moved to send a letter from the
board congratulating Mr. Donald Barefoot on his 90th birthday. Commissioner Elmore seconded
the motion which passed unanimously. Chairman Burgin said Mr. Barefoot loves Harnett
County and keeps up with everything that goes on.
Commissioner Miller moved that the Board go into closed session for the following purposes:
1) To discuss matters relating to the location or expansion of industries or other
businesses in Harnett County; and
2) To consult with the County's legal staff in order to preserve the attorney-client
privilege concerning the handling or certain claims; and
3) To receive information and to instruct the County staff concerning the position to be
taken by the County in negotiating the terms of a contract for the acquisition of real
property; and
4) To discuss certain personnel matters.
This motion is made pursuant to N.C. General Statute Section 143-318.11(a)(4),(3),(5)&(6).
Vice Chairman Springle seconded the motion which passed unanimously.
Commissioner Elmore moved that the Board come out of closed session. Vice Chairman
Springle seconded the motion which passed unanimously. Vice Chairman Springle moved to
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approve the interlocal agreement with the Board of Education for an additional Resource Officer
at Overhills High School. Commissioner Elmore seconded the motion which passed
unanimously.
Commissioner McKoy moved that commissioners visit Animal Services following an upcoming
special session. Commissioners also asked to include visiting Public Utilities. Vice Chairman
Springle seconded the motion which passed unanimously.
Commissioner Elmore moved that the Board adjourn at 11:25 am. Commissioner Springle
seconded the motion which passed unani
W. Brooks Matthews, Chairman
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ATTACHMENT 1
MOW
Date : 08/03/2015
Approved By : 46 ,BOC 8 -3-6
TO : HARNETT COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
RE: CONSIDERATION OF REFUND FOR TAXES, INTEREST AND PENALTIES FOR ALL MUNICIPALITIES
No.
Name of Tax
Payor
MI It
Tax, Interest
and Penalties
Total Refund
Request
Status
1 FINK,
GEORGE
ROBERT JR
2 FINK,
GEORGE
ROBERT JR
3 FINK,
GEORGE
ROBERT JR
4 FINK,
GEORGE
ROBERT JR
0001427786-2009-2009-
000000
City 0.00
County 85.74
City 0.00
0001427786-2010-2010-
000000 County 81.58
0001427786- 2011- 2011-
000000
0001427786-2012-2012-
000000
City 0.00
County 80.09
City 0.00
County 77.42
5 MILLER, City 0.00
DANIEL
ANTHONY 0002105585- 2013- 2013 -
MILLER, 000000 County 83.41
PATRICIA J
6 MORROW, City 0.00
FAY
REYNOLDS 0000038658- 2009- 2009-
000000 County 438.74
7 MORROW, City 0.00
FAY
REYNOLDS 0000038658- 2010- 2010-
000000
8 MORROW,
FAY
REYNOLDS 0000038658- 2011- 2011-
000000
County 438.74
City 0.00
County 438.74
TPAYER REQUESTED
REFUND BASED ON
85.74 Refund CLERICAL ERROR AND
OVER
VALUATION;PROVIDED
BOS-$2100,PURCHASE
DATE -10/03/2007
TPAYER REQUESTED
REFUND BASED ON
81.58 Refund CLERICAL ERROR AND
OVER
VALUATION;PROVIDED
BOS-$2100,PURCHASE
DATE -10/03/2007
TPAYER REQUESTED
REFUND BASED ON
80.09 Refund CLERICAL ERROR AND
OVER
VALUATION;PROVIDED
BOS-$2100,PURCHASE
DATE -10/03/2007
TPAYER REQUESTED
REFUND BASED ON
77.42 Refund CLERICAL ERROR AND
OVER
VALUATION;PROVIDED
BOS-$2100,PURCHASE
DATE -10/03/2007
83.41 Refund
438.74 Refund
438.74 Refund
438.74 Refund
Military Exempt -LES ON FILE,
ST AK, ETS DATE 888888
AND WIFES ID ON FILE
ALSO.
REBATE 2009-
2012,CORRECTION OF FIRE
DAMAGE THAT WAS
APPEALED
REBATE 2009-
2012,CORRECTION OF FIRE
DAMAGE THAT WAS
APPEALED
REBATE 2009-
2012,CORRECTION OF FIRE
DAMAGE THAT WAS
APPEALED
9 MORROW,
FAY
REYNOLDS 0000038658- 2012- 2012-
000000
10 RABY,
JOSHUA 0001971483- 2012- 2012 -
DANIEL 000000
11 RABY,
JOSHUA 0001983240- 2012- 2012 -
DANIEL 000000
12 RABY,
JOSHUA 0001983240- 2013- 2013 -
DANIEL 000000
S. KEITH FAULKNER
Revenue Administrator
CC:
S. KEITH FAULKNER
City 0.00
County 438.74
City 0.00
County 150.34
City 0.00
County 19.08
City 0.00
County 18.36
City Total
County Total
Total to be
Refunded
438.74 Refund
REBATE 2009-
2012,CORRECTION OF FIRE
DAMAGE THAT WAS
APPEALED
150.34 Refund TP PAID IN ERROR-
MILITARY-ETS 210316
19.08 Refund TP PAID IN ERROR-
MILITARY-ETS 210316
18.36 Refund TP PAID IN ERROR-
MILITARY-ETS 210316
0.00
2,350.98
2,350.98
ATTACHMENT 2
Harnett
COUNTY
NORTH CAROLINA
RESOLUTION
BE IT RESOLVED that the Harnett County Board of Commissioners
does hereby, by proper execution of this document, request that the North Carolina
Department of Transportation add to the State's Secondary Road System the below
listed street.
Coopers Creek Subdivision
Coopers Creek Avenue
Birch Avenue
Shellbark Drive
Laurel Drive (SR 2475 Ext.)
Ginseng Street
Nutmeg Circle
Golden Rod Circle
Aspen Avenue
Duly adopted this 3rd day of August, 2015.
HARNETT COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
ATTEST:
Mar , ret Regina heeler
Cler o the Boar
strong roots • new growth
www.harnettorg
ATTACHMENT 3
RESOLUTION IN SUPPORT OF THE
STEPPING UP INITIATIVE TO REDUCE THE NUMBER
OF PEOPLE WITH MENTAL ILLNESSES IN JAILS
WHEREAS, counties routinely provide treatment services to the estimated 2 million people with
serious mental illnesses booked into jails each year; and
WHEREAS, prevalence rates of serious mental illnesses in confinement facilities are three to six
times higher than for the general population, with statistics showing that almost 13% of North
Carolina's prison population requires some type of intervention due to mental health issues; and
WHEREAS, almost three-quarters of adults with serious mental illnesses in jails have co-
occurring substance use disorders; and
WHEREAS, adults with mental illnesses tend to stay longer in jail and upon release are at a
higher risk of recidivism than people without these disorders; and
WHEREAS, county jails spend two to three times more on adults with mental illnesses that
require interventions compared to those without these treatment needs; and
WHEREAS, without the appropriate treatment and services, people with mental illnesses can
continue to cycle through the criminal justice system, often resulting in tragic outcomes for these
individuals, their families, and their communities; and
WHEREAS, county jails are generally an unsafe environment for those with mental health
treatment needs; and
WHEREAS, the North Carolina Association of County Commissioners has undertaken a serious
effort to address the local service needs of those with mental illnesses through the appointment
of a special Task Force; and
WHEREAS, Harnett County, like all counties, takes pride in our responsibility to protect and
enhance the health, welfare and safety of our residents in efficient, safe, and socially just ways;
and
WHEREAS, through the Stepping Up Initiative, the National Association of Counties, the
Council of State Governments Justice Center and the American Psychiatric Foundation are
encouraging counties to reduce the number of people with mental illnesses in county jails;
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HARNETT COUNTY BOARD OF
COMMISSIONERS:
1. That the Board of Commissioners does hereby sign on to the Call to Action to reduce
the number of people with mental illnesses in our county jail and commits to sharing
lessons learned with other counties in North Carolina and across the country to support
the Stepping Up Initiative;
2. That the Board of Commissioners will utilize resources available through the Stepping
Up Initiative and other resources provided by the Council of State Governments Justice
Center to convene a diverse team of leaders and decision makers from multiple agencies
who are committed to safely reducing the number of people with mental illnesses in jails,
3. That this team will utilize the comprehensive resources available through the Stepping
Up Initiative to develop a plan to reduce the number of people with mental illness in the
county jail for 2016-2020, consistent with the Council of State Governments Justice
Center report and recommendations, to be presented to the Board of Commissioners at its
first meeting in December 2015.
Adopted this 3rd day of August 2015.
HARNETT COUN
C. Gordon Spring
an
Abe Elmore