030121 m HARNETT COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
Regular Meeting Minutes
March 1,2021
The Harnett County Board of Commissioners met in regular session on Monday, March 1, 2021 at 9:00
am, in the Commissioners Meeting Room, Harnett County Resource Center and Library, 455 McKinney
Parkway, Lillington,North Carolina. Due to COVID-19 citizens and staff were provided options to listen
to the meeting live.
Members present: W. Brooks Matthews, Chairman
Lewis W. Weatherspoon, Vice Chairman
Mark B. Johnson, Commissioner
Matt B. Nicol, Commissioner
Staff present: Paula K. Stewart, County Manager
Dwight Snow, County Attorney
Kimberly Honeycutt, Finance Officer
Lindsey Lucas, Deputy Clerk
Chairman Matthews called the meeting to order at 9:00 am and Commissioner Johnson led the
Pledge of Allegiance and invocation.
Chairman Matthews called for any additions or deletions to the published agenda. Vice Chairman
Weatherspoon made a motion to approve the agenda as Published. Commissioner Nicol seconded
the motion that passed unanimously.
Vice Chairman Weatherspoon made a motion to approve the consent agenda. Commissioner
Nicol seconded the motion that passed unanimously.
1. Minutes: January 19, 2021
2. Tax rebates, refunds and releases (Attachment 1)
3. Harnett Area Rural Transit System (HARTS)requests approval of the NCDOT/PTD
additional documentation required to complete the FY 2022 Community Transportation
Program (CTP) Grant Application.
4. Resolution to Schedule a March 15, 2021 Work Session of the Harnett County Board of
Commissioners. (Attachment 2)
5. Legal Department requests approval of the amended Bylaws of Harnett Regional Jetport
Committee.
6. Harnett County Sheriff's Office requests approval of a resolution to award a Glock
Model 17 service weapon to Lieutenant Greg Taylor upon his retirement. (Attachment
3)
7. Harnett County Sheriff's Office requests approval of a new Administrative Assistant
position, grade 17, salary$34,234. The new position would assist the administrative
division of the Sheriffs Office.
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Senior Staff Attorney Chris Appel came before the Board to discuss revising the special Board of
Equalization and Review. Mr. Appel suggested adding 2 at large members. Chairman Matthews
made a motion to approve adding 2 at large members to the Board of Equalization and review.
Commissioner Johnson seconded the motion that passed unanimously. (Attachment 4)
County Attorney Dwight Snow stood before the Board to discuss the sale of the old Veteran's
Services building on 817 S. 8th Street in Lillington. Mr. Snow advised the Board that the building
is no longer needed by the County and an appraisal had been conducted on the building by Tom
Keith and Associates and as of February 5,2021 they placed a value of$125,000 on the
property. Since the appraisal an offer has been made by Macias Enterprise LLC for$125,000 and
they made a deposit of 5%of their price offer which is $6,250. Mr. Snow advised that pursuant
to NC General Statue the property must go through the upset bid process. Mr. Snow asked that
the Board adopt a Resolution and advertise the proposed sell of the property. Commissioner
Nicol made a motion to accept the Resolution by the Harnett County Board of Commissioners to
sell real property. Commissioner McKoy seconded the motion that passed unanimously.
(Attachment 5)
Director of Cooperative Extension Tim Matthews and his staff gave a very detailed and
informative update on the Cooperative Extension Department.
Mrs. Stewart gave the County Managers Report
Commissioner Nicol moved to reconfigure the CCCC Board to remove Gordon Springle.
Chairman Matthews seconded the motion that passed unanimously.
Vice Chairman Weatherspoon moved that the Board go into closed session for the following
purposes; To consult with the County's legal counsel in order to preserve attorney-client
privilege concerning the handling of certain litigation or claims including the following case;
U.S. vs. Thomas E. Tilley et al., civil action File No. 1:19-cv-626, out of the US District Court
for the middle District of North Carolina; And to Discuss Certain Personnel Matters.
Commissioner Nicol seconded the motion that passed unanimously
Vice Chairman Weatherspoon made a motion to go into closed session. Commissioner Nicol
seconded the motion that passed unanimously.
Vice Chairman Weatherspoon moved that the Board come out of closed session at 10:33am.
Commissioner Nicol seconded the motion that passed unanimously.
Vice Chairman Weatherspoon moved to adjourn the meeting at 10:33am. Commissioner Johnson
seconded the motion that passed unanimously.
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. Brooks Matthews, Chairman Lindsey B. Lucas, Deputy Clerk
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To: Harnett County Board of Commissioners
Re: Consideration of Refund for Taxes, Interest and Penalities for all Muncipalities
Adjustment Reason Bill Number Type Received Amount Refund Amount Name
Military 0002263005-2020-2020-0000-00 IND $49.86 $49.86 MATTHEWS, DAVID HARLEY JR
Assessed In Err 0002276817-2020-2020-0000-00 IND $68.31 $68.31 BAUER,WILLIAM FRANKLIN JR
Full rebate 0000042727-2019-2019-0000-00 IND $21.13 $21.13 PLATT,COLUMBUS J
Full rebate 0000042727-2018-2018-0000-00 IND $20.88 $20.88 PLATT,COLUMBUS J
Full rebate 0000042727-2017-2017-0000-00 IND $20.88 $20.88 PLATT,COLUMBUS)
Full rebate 0000042727-2016-2016-0000-00 IND $20.75 $20.75 PLATT,COLUMBUS J
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A RESOLUTION TO SCHEDULE THE MARCH 15,2021
WORK SESSION OF THE
HARNETT COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
THAT WHEREAS, the Harnett County Board of Commissioners adopted on September
19, 1994 certain Rules of Procedure by which the Board would conduct its meetings; and
WHEREAS,Rule 6 of the Rules of Procedure concerning"Regular and Special
Meetings"states that the Board may change the place or time of a particular meeting by
resolution: that the Board has determined that it will meet at 4:00 pm on Monday, March 15,
2021 in work session to discuss several economic development efforts with Rose&Associates.
NOW, THEREFORE,BE IT RESOLVED, by the Board of Commissioners of Harnett
County that they will meet in work session scheduled for Monday, March 15,2021;that this
Resolution shall be filed with the Clerk to the Board,posted at the regular meeting place and
forwarded to all parties on the County's Sunshine List.
Adopted by the Harnett County Board of Commissioners in regular session,this day
of March 1, 2021.
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NORTH CAROLINA
HARNETT COUNTY
RESOLUTION
THAT, WHEREAS, Gregory C. Taylor, began his Harnett County Law
Enforcement career on July 22"d, 1994; and
WHEREAS, after 30 years of distinguished service to Harnett County,
Gregory C. Taylor will retire; and
Whereas, according to North Carolina General Statue 14-402 and 14-
409.1, proper permits have been obtained (as attached) in order to receive
the side arm.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Harnett County Board of
Commissioners that Gregory C. Taylor be awarded the following service
side arm for one dollar ($ 1.00). Glock Model 17 9mm Serial # BGYD516.
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RESOLUTION BY THE HARNETT COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS TO
REVISE THE SPECIAL BOARD OF EQUALIZATION AND REVIEW
WHEREAS, the Harnett County Board of Commissioners is authorized by §105-322 of the
North Carolina General Statutes to appoint a special Board of Equalization and Review; and
WHEREAS, on January 6, 1997, the Harnett County Board of Commissioners adopted the
Resolution to Appoint a Special Board of Equalization and Review, attached hereto as Exhibit A;
and
WHEREAS, pursuant to §105-322(a) of the North Carolina General Statute, the resolution to
appoint the special Board of Equalization and Review shall continue in effect until revised or
rescinded; and
WHEREAS, the Harnett County Board of Commissioners desires to revise the special Board of
Equalization and Review to add two additional at-large members.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Harnett County Board of Commissioners
does hereby revise the January 6, 1997 Resolution to Appoint a Special Board of Equalization
and Review as follows:
1. EFFECTIVE DATE AND DURATION
This Resolution shall be effective upon its adoption by the Harnett County Board of
Commissioners and shall continue in effect until revised or rescinded by the Board of
Commissioners. All other portions of the January 6, 1997 Resolution to Appoint a
Special Board of Equalization and Review that have not been revised by this Resolution
shall remain in full force and effect unless revised or rescinded by the Board of
Commissioners.
2. MEMBERSHIP
a. The Board shall consist of seven members, each having one vote.
b. Four members shall constitute a quorum.
5. APPOINTMENT OF MEMBERS
d. The Commissioners shall have the opportunity to nominate two individuals to fill the
two additional seats upon adoption of this Resolution. Nominations shall be made by
submitting the names and addresses of qualified individuals to the Clerk to the Board.
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At the expiration of the initial term of these two at-large seats, qualified individuals
interested in serving on the Special Board of Equalization and Review shall submit an
application in accordance with the Harnett County Board of Commissioners Rules of
Procedure for appointments. If the Commissioners do not select an individual to fill a
vacancy or if the Commissioners do not receive a qualified candidate to fill a
vacancy, the vacancy shall be filled by a Commissioner.
11. NOTIFICATION TO DEPARTMENT OF REVENUE
A copy of this Resolution shall be forwarded to the North Carolina Department of
Revenue within 15 days after its adoption.
Duly adopted this the 15 day of March, 2021.
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Exhibit A
RESOLUTION
RESOLUTION TO APPOINT SPECIAL BOARD OF EQUALIZATION AND REVIEW
Whereas,the Harnett County Board of Commissioners is authorized by North Carolina General
Statutes,Section 105-322 to appoint a special Board of Equalization and Review to examine and review
the listings and valuations assigned to property located in Harnett County,hear property owners' appeals
concerning property listings and valuations,and make adjustments and necessary changes to insure that
valuations meet standards established by State law;and
Whereas, the Board of County Commissioners is authorized by North Carolina General Statutes
Section 105-312 to delegate its authority to compromise,settle or adjust the County's claim for taxes and
penalties arising from discovered property to a special Board of Equalization and Review;and
Whereas,the Board of County Commissioners has determined that it is reasonable and desirable
to appoint a special Board ofEgrtali7ation and Review to exercise those powers and perform those duties
allowed by law;
Now Therefore, Be It Resolved that the Board of County Commissioners for the County of
Harnett does hereby establish a special Board of Equalization and Review as follows;
1. EFFECTIVE ,AND DURATION
This resolution shall be effective upon its adoption by the Board of County Commissioners and
shall continue in effect until revised or rescinded by the Board of County Commissioners. This
resolution supersedes any previous resolutions adopted by the Board of County Commissioners
regarding the establishment of a special Board of Equalization and Review in Harnett County.
2. MEMBERSHIP
a. The Board shall consist of five members,each having one vote.
b. Three members shall constitute a quorum.
3. QUALIFICATIONS
Each member of the special Board of Equalization and Review shall:
a. Be a real property owner in Harnett County;
b. Be a registered voter in Harnett County;
c. Be in current payment of all City and County property taxes,and
d. Be familiar with the power and duties of the Board of Equalization and Review as set forth in
North Carolina General Statutes Section 105-322(g).
4. TERM OF OFFICE
The term of office for each member of the special Board of Equalization and Review shall be one
year.
5. APPOINTMENT OF MEMBERS
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a. Each Commissioner shall have the opportunity to nominate one member of the Board of
Equalization and Review. Nominations shall be made by submitting names and addresses
of qualified individuals to the Clerk to the Board no later than the third Monday in February,
1997.
b. Appointment of members and designation of the chairperson of the special Board of Equalization
and Review shall be made by the Board of County Commissioners from the slate of nominees
presented by the Clerk to the Board at the second scheduled meeting of the Board of County
Commissioners in February, I997.
c. A Commissioner shall serve as a member of the special Board of Equalization and Review by
either submitting his/her own name in lieu of some other qualified individual,or by failing to
submit the name and address of a qualified nominee to the Clerk to the Board prior to the
second scheduled meeting in February, 1997.
6. VACANCIES
a. Vacancies shall be filled by the Board of County Commissioners, with individuals qualified as
described in Paragraph 3,above. An individual appointed to fill a vacancy shall serve until the
end of the unexpired term.
b. Any member appointed by the Board of County Commissioners may be removed from the
special Board of Equalization and Review by the Board of County Commissioners with or
without cause. A vacancy caused by such removal shall be filled as set forth above.
c. Any Commissioner serving as member of the special Board of Equalization and Review may
vacate his/her seat by requesting that the Board of County Commissioners appoint a replacement._
Such Commissioner shall continue to service on the special Board of Equalization and Review
until such time as a qualified individual can be appointed by the Board of County Commissioners
to fill the vacancy caused by Commissioner's resignation,as set forth above.
7. COMPENSATION
The members of the special Board of Equalization and Review shall be compensated at a rate of
S100 dollars per day.
8. POWERS AND DUTIES
The special Board of Equalization and Review shall have those powers and duties set forth in
North Carolina General Statutes,Section 105-312 and 105-322,and such other powers, duties
and responsibilities as are contained in Chapter 105, Subchapter II,of the North Carolina General
Statutes,known as the"Machinery Act"
9. CLERK TO THE BOAR1D AND MINUTES OF THE BOARD
The Tax Assessor shall serve as Clerk to the Board of Equalization and Review,be present at all
meetings,maintain accurate minutes of the actions of the Board,and give to the Board such
information as he/she may have or can obtain with respect to the listing and valuation of taxable
property in Harnett County.
10. STAFFASSISTANCE
The special Board of Equalization and Review may call upon members of the Planning
Department and Tax Administration for technical assistance in carrying out its duties and
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powers. The special Board of Equalization and Review may call upon the County Attorney's
Office for advice and assistance interpreting and putting into effect Chapter 105,Subchapter II of
the North Carolina General Stances as it relates to the Board's responsibilities and duties.
11. MILEICATIOILIQI2EPABIMEEELEBEMELIE
A copy of this resolution shall be forwarded to the North Carolina Department of Revenue within
15 days after its adoption.
By motion properly made and seconded,adopted this the L.th day of January. 1997,
Dan B.Andrews,Chairman
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RESOLUTION BY THE HARNETT COUNTY BOARD OF
COMMISSIONERS TO SELL REAL PROPERTY
THAT WHEREAS,Harnett County is the owner of an approximate 27.833 ft.x 110 ft.real
property tract with commercial building located at 817 S. 8th Street in Lillington,North Carolina
27524;this tract was conveyed to Harnett County in that Deed recorded in Book 1187, Page 367,
Harnett County Registry with Parcel ID No.10065013150014; and
WHEREAS, Macias Enterprises, LLC ("Macias") has made an offer to Harnett County
to purchase the above described real property tract for the purchase price of$125,000.00 pursuant
to the negotiated offer,advertisement and upset bids procedure set forth in N.C. Gen. Stat. §160A-
269; that the Harnett County Board of Commissioners has considered this offer and said Board
desires through this Resolution to propose to accept the offer on the condition that Macias pay a
5% deposit($6,250.00) and that the further requirements of N. C. Gen. Stat. §160A-269 are met.
NOW THEREFORE,BE IT RESOLVED that the Harnett County Board of Commissioners
pursuant to the provisions of N.C. Gen. Stat. §160A-269 does hereby propose to accept the offer
by Macias of$125,000:00 to purchase that real property tract at 817 S. 8th Street,Lillington,North
Carolina upon its deposit of 5% of the offered price ($6,250.00)) and subject to any upset bids
received after publication of the offer pursuant to the aforementioned statute.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the County legal staff will ensure the compliance with
the sale provisions of N.C.Gen. Stat. §160A-269 and will provide to the Board a proposed Special
Warranty Deed at such time that a final bid has been received and accepted for said real property.
Adopted this the 1st day of March 2021.
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