April 5, 2021 - 10:00 AM - County Board of Commissioners Meeting Minutes

10 43 Meeting of the Johnston County Board of Commissioners April 5 , 2021 10 00 am The Johnston County Board of Commissioners met in regular session Monday , April 5 , 2021 at 10 00 am in the Old Superior Courtroom Courtroom No 4 at the Johnston County Courthouse , Smithfield , North Carolina The following members were present Present Chairman Chad M Stewart , Vice Chairman Larry Wood , Tony Braswell , Ted G Godwin , Patrick E Harris , RS “ Butch ” Lawter , Jr , and Fred J Smith , Jr Absent None Also Present County Manager Rick J Hester , Finance Officer and Deputy County Manager J Chad McLamb , Clerk to the Board Paula G Woodard , County Attorney Jennifer J Slusser , and Paralegal Deputy Clerk to the Board Dana Cuddington Chairman Chad M Stewart called the meeting to order at 10 00 am Commissioner Patrick E Harris opened the meeting with a prayer Commissioner Ted G Godwin led everyone in the Pledge of Allegiance to the American Flag 1 Approval Discussion of Agenda Upon a motion by Commissioner Butch Lawter , seconded by Commissioner Larry Wood , and carried by unanimous vote , the Board approved the agenda as presented 2 Consent Agenda Items Upon a motion by Commissioner Ted G Godwin , seconded by Commissioner Patrick E Harris , and carried by unanimous vote , the Board approved the consent agenda items as follows A Approval of Minutes – March 1 , 2021 - 10 00 am and 6 00 pm ; March 15 , 2021 ; and March 16 , 2021 B Department of Transportation – Additions to System The Board concurred with the Department of Transportation’s recommendation to add the following roads to the State Maintained System Coral Ridge Drive , Occidental Court , and Marquis Drive – Leeland Woods – Clayton Township Goodwin Chase Lane SR 3516 ext , S Shreve Drive and N Shreve Drive – Goodwin Chase – Phase 3 – Wilders Township Highland Rhodes Drive and Emmas Way – Rhodes Estates – Clayton Township Timber Wolf Crossing , Makers Way , Wolf Den Drive – Gray Wolf Creek – Cleveland Township C Proclamation – Litter Sweep Spring 2021 – April 10 - 24 , 2021 , adopted as follows PROCLAMATION SPRING LITTER SWEEP 2021 WHEREAS , the North Carolina Department of Transportation organizes an annual spring statewide roadside cleanup to ensure clean and beautiful roads in North Carolina ; and WHEREAS , the spring 2021 LITTER SWEEP roadside cleanup will take place April 10 - 24 , 2021 , and encourages local governments and communities , civic and professional groups , businesses , churches , schools , families and individual citizens to participate in the Department of Transportation cleanup by sponsoring and organizing local roadside cleanups ; and WHEREAS , Adopt - A - Highway volunteers , Department of Transportation employees , Department of Public Safety – Division of Adult Correction inmates , community service workers , and interested citizens conduct annual local cleanups during LITTER SWEEP and may receive certificates of appreciation for their participation ; and WHEREAS , the great natural beauty of our state and a clean environment are sources of great pride for all North Carolinians , attracting tourists and aiding in recruiting new industries ; andPage44 April 5 , 2021 – 10 00 am Continued WHEREAS , the cleanup will increase awareness of the need for cleaner roadsides , emphasize the importance of not littering , and encourage recycling of solid wastes ; and rd WHEREAS , the 2021 SPRING LITTER SWEEP will celebrate the 33 Anniversary of the North Carolina Adopt - A - Highway program and its volunteer groups that donate their labor and time year round to keep our roadsides clean ; and WHEREAS , the LITTER SWEEP cleanup will be a part of educating the children of this great State regarding the importance of a clean environment to the quality of life in Johnston County and North Carolina ; and NOW , THEREFORE , THE JOHNSTON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS , does hereby proclaim April 10 - 24 , 2021 as SPRING LITTER SWEEP time in Johnston County , and encourages all citizens to take an active role in making their communities cleaner th Adopted this the 5 day of April , 2021 D Proclamation – The Week of the Young Child – April 10 - 16 , 2021 , adopted as follows Proclamation The Week of the Young Child April 10 – 16 , 2021 Whereas , the Week of the Young Child is a time to promote the needs of young children , their families , and the early childhood programs that serve them because the first years of a child’s life are the period of most rapid brain development and lay the foundation for all future learning and success ; and Whereas , the Johnston County Commissioners , along with the Partnership for Children of Johnston County , in conjunction with the North Carolina Association for the Education of Young Children NCAEYC and National Association for the Education of Young Children NAEYC , are celebrating the Week of the Young Child , April 10 – 16 , 2021 ; and Whereas , these organizations are working to promote and inspire high quality early childhood experiences for the youngest citizens of Johnston County , NC as these programs provide important benefits to children , families , and our state and nation’s economies ; and Whereas , teachers and others who work with or on behalf of young children birth through age eight , who make a difference in the lives of young children in Johnston County , NC deserve thanks and professional recognition ; and Whereas , public policies that support early learning for all young children are crucial to young children’s futures and to the prosperity of our society as participation in high - quality early childhood education saves taxpayer dollars , makes working families more economically secure , and prepares children to succeed in school , earn higher wages , and live healthier lives Now , Therefore , the Johnston County Board of Commissioners does hereby proclaim April 10 – 16 , 2021 as the Week of the Young Child and encourage all citizens to work to support and invest in early childhood in Johnston County th Adopted this the 5 day of April , 2021 E Proclamation – National Public Safety Telecommunicator’s Week – April 11 - 17 , 2021 , adopted as follows National Public Safety Telecommunicator’s Week April 11 - 17 , 2021 WHEREAS , emergencies can occur at anytime that require police , fire or emergency medical services ; the E - 911 Communications Center was created to provide a vital contribution to the quality of life enjoyed by citizens and visitors to Johnston County ; and WHEREAS , when an emergency occurs , the access to a 911 center dramatically improves the prompt response of police officers , firefighters and paramedics , is critical to the protection of life and preservation of property ; and WHEREAS , the Telecommunicators are trained , prepared and ready ; the safety of our police officers , firefighters and EMS personnel are dependent upon the quality and accuracy of information obtained from citizens who telephone the Johnston County E - 911 Communications Center ; and WHEREAS , Public Safety Telecommunicators are the first and most critical contact our citizens have with emergency services ; and WHEREAS , Public Safety Telecommunicators are the single vital link for our police officers , firefighters and EMS personnel by monitoring their activities by radio , providing them information and insuring their safety ; and WHEREAS , Public Safety Telecommunicators of the Johnston County E - 911 Communications Center have contributed substantially to the apprehension of criminals , suppression of fires and treatment of patients ; and WHEREAS , each Telecommunicator has exhibited compassion , understanding and professionalism during the performance of their job ; and WHEREAS , National Telecommunicator’s Week will serve to recognize the Telecommunicators of Johnston County who provide a vital public safety service Page45 April 5 , 2021 – 10 00 am Continued NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED , that the Board of Commissioners of the County of Johnston , hereby proclaim and declares the week of April 11 - 17 , 2021 as National Telecommunicator’s Week in Johnston County , in honor of the men and women whose diligence and professionalism keep our County and citizens safe th Adopted this the 5 day of April , 2021 F Proclamation – Older Americans Month – May 2021 , adopted as follows Older Americans Month 2021 A PROCLAMATION Whereas , Johnston County , North Carolina includes a thriving community of over 17,000 older Americans over age 65 who enrich and strengthen our community ; and Whereas , Community & Senior Services of Johnston County , Inc benefits when people of all ages , abilities , and backgrounds are included and encouraged to share their successes and stories of resilience ; and Whereas , Community & Senior Services of Johnston County , Inc recognizes our need to nurture ourselves , reinforce our strength , and continue to thrive in times of both joy and difficulty ; and Whereas , Community & Senior Services of Johnston County , Inc is committed to supporting older adults as they take charge of their health , explore new opportunities and activities , and focus on independence ; and Whereas , Community & Senior Services of Johnston County , Inc can foster communities of strength by ? creating opportunities to share stories and learn from each other ; ? engaging older adults through education , recreation , and service ; and ? encouraging people of all ages to celebrate connections and resilience ; and Whereas , we appreciate the value of inclusion and support in helping older adults successfully contribute to and benefit from their communities Now Therefore , We , the Board of Commissioners of Johnston County do hereby proclaim May 2021 to be Older Americans Month We urge every resident to take time during this month to recognize older adults and the people who serve them as vital parts of our community th Proclaimed this the 5 day of April , 2021 G Department of Social Services – Child Abuse Prevention Month Proclamation , adopted as follows Child Abuse Prevention Month Proclamation Whereas , children are vital to our County and State’s future success , prosperity , and quality of life as well as being our most vulnerable assets ; and Whereas , all children deserve to have safe , stable , nurturing , and healthy homes and communities that foster their well - being ; and Whereas , child abuse and neglect is a public responsibility affecting both the current and future quality of life ; and Whereas , parents need support and resources to cope with stress and nurture their children to grow to their full potential ; and Whereas , effective child abuse prevention strategies succeed because of partnerships created among citizens , human service agencies , schools , faith communities , health care providers , civic organizations , law enforcement agencies , and the business community Now , Therefore , the Johnston County Board of Commissioners does hereby proclaim April 2021 as Child Abuse Prevention Month and calls upon all citizens , community agencies , faith groups , medical facilities , elected officials and businesses to increase their participation in our efforts to support families , thereby preventing child abuse and strengthening the communities in which we live Adopted this the 5th day of April , 2021 H Cleveland Fire Department – Resolutions for Tax Exempt Loan Status , adopted as follows NOW , THEREFORE , BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED , that the Board of Commissioners of Johnston County , North Carolina , does hereby approve a tax - exempt loan to the Cleveland Fire Department , Incorporated the “ FD ” , from First Citizens Bank & Trust Company in an amount up to 932,70700 for a loan modification on the 2017 Pierce Enforcer Ladder Truck RESOLVED , FURTHER , that the approval of the loan to the FD set forth above is given solely for purposes of the public approval requirements for tax - exempt financing applicable to the FD because of Section 150 e 3 and Section 147 f of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 , as amended , and such approval does not obligate the County or its Board of Commissioners in any way regarding repayment of the debt th Duly certified by the execution hereof and the placement hereon of the seal of said county , this 5 day of April , 2021 Page46 April 5 , 2021 – 10 00 am Continued NOW , THEREFORE , BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED , that the Board of Commissioners of Johnston County , North Carolina , does hereby approve a tax - exempt loan to the Cleveland Fire Department , Incorporated the “ FD ” , from First Citizens Bank & Trust Company in an amount up to 773,63500 for a loan modification on the Cleveland Fire Station 1 located at 9039 Cleveland Road RESOLVED , FURTHER , that the approval of the loan to the FD set forth above is given solely for purposes of the public approval requirements for tax - exempt financing applicable to the FD because of Section 150 e 3 and Section 147 f of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 , as amended , and such approval does not obligate the County or its Board of Commissioners in any way regarding repayment of the debt th Duly certified by the execution hereof and the placement hereon of the seal of said county , this 5 day of April , 2021 I Tax Releases & Refunds – 02 15 2021 – 03 15 2021 Motor Vehicle Release Refund Report Year Bill # Acct # Name Tran Type Paid 2020 2102 - 649086 2101 - 671653 HALDMAN , TIFFANY POE RELEASE 25024 Real Personal Property Releases TRANS DATE TIME USER YR BILL # ACCT # TAXPAYER NAME AMOUNT 2 26 2021 9 13 57 AM ALassiter 2020 - 12869 2000196269 BREWER , JOSEPH COLE 15023 3 4 2021 2 48 25 PM ALassiter 2020 - 84479 2000192163 RUNELS , MICHAEL DUNCAN 12264 3 4 2021 3 02 53 PM ALassiter 2020 - 200941 2000201120 ESA PRINCETON NC , LLC 18,45823 3 4 2021 3 08 19 PM ALassiter 2020 - 200942 2000201122 NITRO SOLAR , LLC 18,07244 3 4 2021 3 11 22 PM ALassiter 2020 - 32398 2000225276 USF SURRY , LLC 18,02727 3 8 2021 3 39 57 PM ALassiter 2020 - 77209 2000216647 PITTMAN , DORIS MOODY 26724 3 11 2021 8 39 55 AM cfutch 2020 - 108045 2000187289 YATES , DAVID S 37397 3 15 2021 7 19 25 PM cfutch 2019 - 10523 2000104206 BLACKMON PROPERTY GROUP LLC 27332 3 15 2021 7 26 25 PM cfutch 2020 - 10523 2000104206 BLACKMON PROPERTY GROUP LLC 27332 Real Personal Property Refunds TRANS DATE TIME USER YR BILL # ACCT # TAXPAYER NAME AMOUNT 2 16 2021 11 42 02 AM Jodee 2020 - 94414 2000128379 SUTTON , JO ANN 76825 Langdon 2 16 2021 2 58 13 PM LOCKBOX 2020 - 45686 2000207345 HORTON , DEBORAH ANNE 1,22849 2 16 2021 2 58 13 PM LOCKBOX 2020 - 94414 2000128379 SUTTON , JO ANN 1,08650 2 17 2021 3 10 50 PM LOCKBOX 2020 - 9692 2000097472 BATTENS BACKHOE SVC INC 31893 2 17 2021 3 10 50 PM LOCKBOX 2020 - 68211 62296560 MORGAN , STACY 3,89951 2 17 2021 3 10 50 PM LOCKBOX 2020 - 68212 62296560 MORGAN , STACY 40448 2 18 2021 8 32 17 AM PHONE 2020 - 109343 2000216878 MCLEOD , LINWOOD TROY 3,39561 2 19 2021 10 42 24 AM Jodee 2020 - 69967 2000200268 NEIL , JASON JAMES 11900 Langdon 2 19 2021 1 54 37 PM tcronan 2019 - 58876 2000136507 LEWIS BROTHERS TIRE AND 52091 ALIGNMENT 2 19 2021 3 14 19 PM LOCKBOX 2020 - 51513 2000038053 JOHNSON , TOBY DEAN 25222 2 19 2021 3 14 19 PM LOCKBOX 2020 - 69268 63049480 MYRICK , BILLY STEVE 67461 2 19 2021 3 14 19 PM LOCKBOX 2020 - 69267 63049480 MYRICK , BILLY STEVE 26593 2 22 2021 2 58 11 PM LOCKBOX 2020 - 23872 2000043202 CREECH , WILLIAM A 96485 2 25 2021 8 04 27 AM PHONE 2020 - 89223 2000197840 SMITH , KIMBERLY E 30000 2 25 2021 3 28 51 PM LOCKBOX 2020 - 53292 2000004794 JUSTICE , JEFFREY A 88636 2 25 2021 3 28 51 PM LOCKBOX 2020 - 56600 52254305 LASSITER , SHEPARD IVAN 33688 2 26 2021 1 31 30 PM ajsoutherland 2020 - 74607 68252000 PATTERSON , JOHN ALBERT 16117 2 26 2021 4 28 57 PM ajsoutherland 2020 - 9806 2000165345 BAXTER , RANDY D 63417 3 1 2021 3 19 55 PM LOCKBOX 2019 - 19203 2000021129 CHAPPELL , SAMUEL JR 80000 3 1 2021 3 19 55 PM LOCKBOX 2020 - 88479 2000097908 SMITH , DAVID L 1,03535 3 3 2021 3 38 45 PM LOCKBOX 2020 - 54720 2000199074 KING , WILLIAM JOE 44297 3 3 2021 3 38 45 PM LOCKBOX 2020 - 82348 2000027252 RIECK , JOHN L 12749 3 3 2021 3 38 45 PM LOCKBOX 2020 - 85639 78091160 SANDERS , WILLIAM HEIRS 19132 3 3 2021 3 38 45 PM LOCKBOX 2020 - 90896 2000186806 STACK , DONNELL REGINALD 45160PagePage pageNumber547 April 5 , 2021 – 10 00 am Continued 3 3 2021 3 38 45 PM LOCKBOX 2020 - 93393 2000178024 STUDIO M DANCEWORKS 16545 3 9 2021 3 05 21 PM LOCKBOX 2020 - 6156 2000064815 BARBER , CONSTANCE H 23802 3 9 2021 3 05 21 PM LOCKBOX 2020 - 19351 2000046023 CHASTEN , VISTORIA HALL 17516 3 11 2021 8 40 18 AM cfutch 2020 - 108045 2000187289 YATES , DAVID S 37397 3 12 2021 10 38 20 AM ajsoutherland 2020 - 10780 2000161360 BLACKWELL , SAURITHA 29418 3 15 2021 7 21 00 PM cfutch 2019 - 10523 2000104206 BLACKMON PROPERTY GROUP 27332 LLC 3 15 2021 7 26 50 PM cfutch 2020 - 10523 2000104206 BLACKMON PROPERTY GROUP 27322 LLC 3 15 2021 7 31 14 PM cfutch 2020 - 10523 2000104206 BLACKMON PROPERTY GROUP 27332 LLC North Carolina Vehicle Tax System - Pending Refund Report – February 2021 100 + Payee Name Bill # Transaction Refund Total Change # Reason ADAMS , 0045553746 139806496 Adjustment 13406 CHRISTOPHER 1764 LEE 15170 BARWICK , 0058443987 139667720 Adjustment 15124 JOSHUA 1592 ANDREW 16716 FELANO , 0052318606 139667788 Adjustment 15595 THOMAS 1436 17031 PHILLIPS , GARY 0058872829 279613324 Situs error 000 JOE 17602 2162 5867 21307 WILLIS , 0033368997 140423032 Adjustment 21508 CHARLES 3325 WESLEY 24833 March 23 , 2021 This is to certify that , as authorized by the Board of Commissioners on December 11 , 2000 , I have approved the following tax releases and refunds under 100 , as recommended by the County Tax Administrator , Jocelyn Andrews A complete record of this information is on file in the County Finance Office Totals from 2 15 21 to 3 15 21 Tax refunds - Personal Real Property 95097 Tax releases - Personal Real Property 29372 Motor vehicle release refund 6097 Recommended by Tax Administrator Jocelyn Andrews Approved by Finance Director J Chad McLamb 3 COVID - 19 Updates Health Director Dr Marilyn Pearson began by thanking all the partners that continue to assist the Health Department with the response to the COVID - 19 Pandemic Dr Pearson updated the Board stating it has now been a little over one year since Johnston County had its first positive case She stated the number of positive st cases as of April 1 was 19,300 and the current positivity rate is 56 Dr Pearson stated there has been 210 deaths and they are currently responding to one outbreak and four clusters Dr Pearson stated testing continues as well as the vaccination clinics She noted the Health Department and its partners have administered a total of 33,864 vaccines Dr Pearson stated April is National Public Health Month and she took a moment to express her appreciation to the Health Department staff by reading the following poem she wrote to honor her staff Public Health Week 2021 What is a Super Hero Is It — Someone with strong muscles , a cape , and tights Flying as fast as a speeding bullet — lifting higher and taking flight Or someone with super senses , heat ray vision , and able to shapeshift While teleporting to a pandemic free world , in a boat on the ocean adrift PagePage pageNumber648 April 5 , 2021 – 10 00 am Continued No - It is the ability to be calm when chaos is in sight To perform multiple tasks while staying upright It is sacrificing self for co - workers , doing other duties as assigned No matter the responsibility given , keeping the team aligned It is a team that has investigated cases , provided contact tracing , and testing Working alongside county partners , PHS and National Guardsmen , never resting It is a team that still has work to do providing vaccinations to our residents Through rain , ice , and freezing cold , setting an example that is unprecedented It is answering questions and taking the many COVID related calls In preventive , behavioral , and environmental health , no task is too small It is taking care of our WIC clients and patients , no matter the concern While our admin team and Emergency Management keeps us supplied and paid in turn My staff are all Heroes that continue to be flexible while wasting no time Taking the initiative to help each other no matter what is assigned So , THANK YOU public health heroes , 2021 will be better than the last We will continue to support each other , because this too shall pass Dedicated to JCPHD Dr P The Board expressed their appreciation to Dr Pearson and her team at the Health Department Emergency Services Director Kevin Hubbard reported the Emergency Services Department continues to support the efforts of the Health Department both in the response to the pandemic as well as the vaccine clinics 4 Public Comments A Comments from Citizen David Johnson David Johnson , 39 Sassafras Lane , Clayton , recalled that he has spoken to the Board at a couple of meetings regarding property he owns at 1621 S Brightleaf Boulevard in Smithfield Mr Johnson reiterated that flooding issues continue at the property due to a culvert underneath the CSX railroad Mr Johnson stated he has tried to resolve the matter through the Town of Smithfield and CSX Railroad but to date he has had no success Mr Johnson stated as a taxpayer , he is coming back to the Board of County Commissioners for help because he has no one else to turn to for assistance Mr Johnson stated the flooding issue is causing his property value to diminish and he is concerned that he will not be able to lease the property to a user in the future The Board discussed the issue with Mr Johnson Chairman Chad M Stewart asked the County Manager to help facilitate contact between all parties to discuss the matter further B Four Oaks Mayor Linwood Parker – Natural Gas Extension to the Four Oaks Business Park Four Oaks Mayor Linwood Parker addressed the Board regarding Economic Development in the County and the need to extend natural gas to the Four Oaks Business Park Mayor Parker spoke on the business park , noting that the first tenant was Becton Dickinson in 2010 , and stated the goal is now to finish building out the park Mayor Parker stated he has been working diligently to try to have natural gas extended to the business park since it is necessary for most manufacturing companies when they are considering new locations Mayor Parker reported that Piedmont Natural Gas has indicated natural gas could be extended provided there is an end user as well as participation to assist with the extension Mayor Parker asked the Board to consider providing assistance with extending natural gas to the Four Oaks Business Park 5 Commuter Rail Study Update Scott Saylor reported that since his retirement from North Carolina Railroad , he has been consulting for Johnston County as it relates to the Commuter Rail Study being conducted by GoTriangle Mr Saylor explained that the study area includes Wake , Durham , and Johnston Counties , primarily western Johnston County He noted that Orange County may be added to the study area at some point in the future Mr Saylor stated they are currently at the detailed feasibility study point in the study He stated under consideration withinPagePage pageNumber749 April 5 , 2021 – 10 00 am Continued the study is just over 12 rail miles within Durham County , 275 rail miles within Wake County and into Johnston County at the Clayton area it is just over 5 miles with the total system under study being 45 rail miles Mr Saylor stated further phases of the study could include extending it to Selma He noted the North Carolina Department of Transportation is also looking at a commuter rail line running north and south from Wake Forest to Southern Pines and recently other conversations have been taking place regarding Amtrak service Mr Saylor reviewed the following information with the Board PagePage pageNumber850 April 5 , 2021 – 10 00 am Continued At the inquiry of Commissioner Ted G Godwin , Mr Saylor stated the biggest unknown in a project like commuter rail is the construction costs He explained that the necessary assets can be identified , but it is difficult to accurately estimate what those assets will cost at the actual time of construction Mr Saylor continued that this particular system build - out plan is 18 to 20 years so the construction costs have to be inflated based on that period Commissioner Tony Braswell commented that one issue of concern to him is how people will get to their individual places of work from the train stops Commissioner Braswell stated places like Raleigh are spread out and he asked if that was being considered Mr Saylor agreed with Commissioner Braswell that it is an issue to consider and only a percentage of the population will actually use the service because of difficulties with getting to their specific places of work Mr Saylor noted this is being factored within the study Upon a question by Commissioner Butch Lawter , Mr Saylor reported the actual ending point in Clayton has not been narrowed down yet as a decision , but the area around Powhatan Road and NC Hwy 42 has been chosen for evaluation in the study Commissioner Lawter stated that he believes this is the time to look at things from a bigger picture and bring in more of the partners to discuss the options at a future meeting 6 Public Utilities – Clean Water Education Partnership Proposed Agreement Utilities Director Chandra Farmer , PE , explained that the Neuse River Basin - Nutrient Sensitive Waters Management Strategy Neuse Rules outlines requirements for local governments within the Neuse River Basin related to stormwater management She stated in addition to requirements identified as part of the Johnston County stormwater management ordinance , the County must comply with yearly public education and reporting requirements In order to maintain compliance related to public education , the County joined the Clean Water Education Partnership CWEP administered by the Triangle J Council of Governments Ms Farmer continued that CWEP is a cooperative effort between local governments , state agencies and non - profit organizations to protect water quality in the Tar - Pamlico , Neuse and Cape Fear River Basins She stated the partnership aims to protect North Carolina’s waterways from stormwater pollution through public education and outreach CWEPPagePage pageNumber951 April 5 , 2021 – 10 00 am Continued conducts in - person education at local festivals , schools and other community events ; and mass media outreach campaigns through digital , radio television , print and cinema ads in English and Spanish Ms Farmer stated that CWEP’s activities and resources made available to the County ensure compliance with public education requirements of the Neuse Rules She noted the County joined the partnership at least twenty years ago , but formal agreements were not a condition at that time Ms Farmer informed the Board that CWEP determines annual membership dues based on each jurisdiction’s population , and the Department of Utilities budgets the membership dues from stormwater plan review fee revenues She stated the State now requires the partnership establish formal agreements with all partners , in order to document participation Ms Farmer requested the Board’s approval for the County to enter into a membership agreement for Clean Water Education Partnership CWEP Services through Triangle J Council of Governments Upon a motion by Commissioner Patrick E Harris , seconded by Commissioner Butch Lawter , and carried unanimously , the Board approved entering into a membership agreement for Clean Water Education Partnership Services through the Triangle J Council of Governments and for the County Attorney and County Manager to finalize and execute the necessary documents 7 Budget Revisions Deputy County Manager and Finance Officer Chad McLamb requested the Board to approve the budget revisions listed in the agenda packet and offered to answer any questions Commissioner Tony Braswell moved the Board approve the following budget amendments , seconded by Commissioner Patrick E Harris , and carried by unanimous vote Finance REQUESTED CHANGE FUND BUDGET CODE LINE ITEM CLASSIFICATION EXPENDITURE INCREASE DECREASE 82 85540406 Technical Services 35,00000 TOTAL NET EXPENDITURES 35,00000 REQUESTED CHANGE FUND BUDGET CODE LINE ITEM CLASSIFICATION REVENUE INCREASE DECREASE 82 855436270 Transfer from SDF Reserve Fund for Capital 35,00000 Project Costs TOTAL NET REVENUE 35,00000 Health REQUESTED CHANGE FUND BUDGET CODE LINE ITEM CLASSIFICATION EXPENDITURE INCREASE DECREASE 10 59101400 Travel 5,00000 10 59103300 Departmental Supplies 10,00000 10 59107050 Non - Major Capital Assets 7,53100 TOTAL NET EXPENDITURES 22,53100 REQUESTED CHANGE FUND BUDGET CODE LINE ITEM CLASSIFICATION REVENUE INCREASE DECREASE 10 591034155 State Grant 22,53100 TOTAL NET REVENUE 22,53100 Sheriff REQUESTED CHANGE FUND BUDGET CODE LINE ITEM CLASSIFICATION EXPENDITURE INCREASE DECREASE 10 51001700 Vehicles 17,56768 10 51004300 Special Services 429 10 51007414 Capital Outlay – Sheriff 6,98535 10 51007418 Capital Outlay – Drug Seizure 21,60649 TOTAL NET EXPENDITURES 46,16381 REQUESTED CHANGE FUND BUDGET CODE LINE ITEM CLASSIFICATION REVENUE INCREASE DECREASE Page052 April 5 , 2021 – 10 00 am Continued 10 510032106 Controlled Substance Tax 5,48535 10 510032509 Insurance Recovery 86000 10 510033099 Miscellaneous Revenue 14,71197 10 510035104 Sheriff Fees 2,00000 10 510035160 Federal Equitable Sharing 21,60649 10 510036119 Sale of Assets 1,50000 TOTAL NET REVENUE 46,16381 8 Land Use Plan Steering Committee Commissioner Tony Braswell spoke on the actions from the March 15 , 2021 Board of Commissioners meeting as it relates to the appointment process for the Land Use Plan Steering Committee Commissioner th Braswell stated at the March 15 meeting , there was a motion by Commissioner Fred J Smith , Jr for each Commissioner to select one individual from their respective districts to serve on the Steering Committee and the motion passed Commissioner Braswell indicated that there may have been some confusion and he would like the Board to consider the matter again Appointment Process Motion Commissioner Tony Braswell moved the Commissioners not appoint one individual from their respective districts to serve on the Land Use Plan Steering Committee and instead place all the applicants on a ballot for consideration Commissioner Patrick E Harris seconded the motion Discussion Commissioner Fred J Smith , Jr thanked Commissioner Braswell for bringing the matter to the Board’s attention Commissioner Smith stated he would like the record to show that after his motion carried to allow the Commissioners to select one individual from their districts , he reconsidered that idea and made another motion to rescind that action which did not pass and he hopes the Board will vote for Commissioner Braswell’s motion today Vote The motion carried by unanimous vote Membership Makeup Motion Commissioner Butch Lawter noted that the original plan was to have a Commissioner also sit on the Steering Committee but he would like the Board to reconsider that idea Commissioner Lawter moved that the Land Use Plan Steering Committee be made up of 15 appointees by the Board of Commissioners plus one member from the Planning Board for a total of 16 members and not include a Commissioner as a sitting member Commissioner Patrick E Harris seconded the motion Discussion Commissioner Fred J Smith , Jr stated he would vote for the motion ; however , he wants it to be clear that even though a Commissioner will not be serving on the Steering Committee , the Commissioners may still visit the meetings to watch the proceedings and listen to the discussions Commissioner Lawter clarified that one of the reasons why he feels like a Commissioner should not serve on the committee is because there will be many points in the process to offer comments and input to staff and it would be the Commissioners that ultimately approve a final plan Chairman Chad M Stewart stated he was very pleased at the number of applications received from those interested in serving on the Steering Committee and he can agree that it needs to be citizen board without any influence from the Commissioners Commissioner Tony Braswell agreed with Commissioner Smith that the Commissioners could still attend the Steering Committee Meetings to observe the discussions and be aware of specific topics Page153 April 5 , 2021 – 10 00 am Continued At the inquiry of Commissioner Larry Wood , Chairman Stewart clarified that if the motion passes , there will be not be a Commissioner sitting as a voting member on the Steering Committee , but the Commissioners can still attend and observe the meetings Vote The motion carried by unanimous vote Selection of Steering Committee Members Chairman Chad M Stewart announced that the votes for the Steering Committee would be done by written ballot Chairman Stewart stated the results would be tallied and certified upon adjournment and announced at the 6 00 pm meeting Ballots were distributed to the Commissioners who completed their votes , signed the ballot , and submitted it to the Clerk to the Board Note At the 6 00 pm meeting , the Chairman announced the following members were selected Derrick Applewhite , Jr ; Brandon Batten ; Richard D Braswell ; Loretta Byrd ; David DeYoung ; James Gathers , Jr ; Perry Harris ; James Lipscomb ; Monty McLamb ; Brooks Moore ; Michael Sneed ; William Bill Stovall ; Lanny Thomas ; Mark Wellons ; Paula Woodall ; and Michelle Pace Davis as the Planning Board Designee 9 Appointments Upon a motion by Commissioner Larry Wood , seconded by Commissioner Ted G Godwin , and carried unanimously , the Board made the following appointments reappointments for the Fire Protection District Commissions and the Veterans Services Advisory Board and granted waivers in the length of service policy where needed A Fire Protection District Commissions – The following individuals were appointed reappointed for two year terms to expire on April 30 , 2023 - indicates a waiver was granted in the length of service policy Bentonville – Anthony Wayne Westbrook , Christopher S Lee , and Lewis Brian Lee were reappointed Beulah – Eric Boyette was reappointed Brogden – Chadwick B Ward , Allan Daughtry and Melton A Thompson were reappointed Claytex – Jimmy D McLaurin , Jr was reappointed 50 - 210 – Andy Mack Penny , Mark Knox and Sidney E Sauls were reappointed Nahunta – Janelle Fiamingo was reappointed PI - LE – Eddie Hales and Rex M Braswell were reappointed Selma – Thomas E White was reappointed Shoeheel – Roger Johnson was reappointed Smithfield – Jimmy Wood , Jr was reappointed Thanksgiving – Eleanor Wrenn was reappointed West Johnston – Travis Parrish , Timothy Godwin , and Jimmy Wilkins were reappointed Wilson’s Mills – William David Coman was reappointed B Veterans Services Advisory Board – Tom Britt representing District 3 and Johnnie Deans representing at - large were reappointed ; and Ray Johnson was appointed representing at - large for three year terms to expire on April 30 , 2024 Upon a motion by Commissioner Ted G Godwin , seconded by Commissioner Larry Wood , and carried unanimously , the Board made the following appointments reappointments and granted waivers in the length of service policy where needed for the Board of Equalization & Review and the Local Emergency Planning Commission C Johnston County Board of Equalization & Review – Glenn Hinnant representing District 1 , Jeffery C Lee representing District 3 , and Brenda Langman representing District 7 were reappointed for four year terms to expire on April 30 , 2025 Mr Lee was granted a waiver in the length of service policy Page254 April 5 , 2021 – 10 00 am Continued D Local Emergency Planning Commission – The following individuals were appointed reappointed for two year terms to expire on April 30 , 2023 - indicates a waiver was granted in the length of service policy Law Enforcement – Sarah Gibbs was reappointed Emergency Management – Amy Shearin was appointed Fire Captain or above – Paul Whitehurst was reappointed Transportation – William Gerald Fowler was reappointed Facilities – Kenneth Creech , Larry Edwards , and Jimmie Williamson were reappointed Agriculture – Tim Britton was reappointed Labor OSHA – Steve Brinchek was reappointed Chairman Chad M Stewart announced that the votes for the Planning Board position ; the Local Emergency Planning Commission positions representing Environmental and General Public ; and the Board of Equalization & Review District 4 position would be done by written ballot Chairman Stewart stated the results would be tallied and certified upon adjournment and announced at the 6 00 pm meeting Ballots were distributed to the Commissioners who completed their votes , signed the ballots , and submitted them to the Clerk to the Board Note At the 6 00 pm meeting , the Chairman announced the following appointments were made as a result of the ballot votes Johnston County Planning Board – Freddie Hudson , Jr was appointed to fill an unexpired term ending February 28 , 2022 Local Emergency Planning Commission – Todd Ramsey Environmental was reappointed ; and Zachary T Woody Environmental and Ken Taylor General Public were appointed for two year terms to expire on April 30 , 2023 Board of Equalization & Review District 4 Seat – Keith R Langdon was reappointed for a four year term to expire on April 30 , 2025 10 Delinquent Tax Collection Report Tax Administrator Jocelyn Andrews reported on the collection of delinquent taxes for the month of February She presented the following information Enforced Collections February 2021 YTD 20 21 Wage Garnishments 1 99 Bank Attachments 0 132 Levies 0 0 Foreclosures Complaints Filed January 2021 0 Pending 17 Dollars Collected January 2021 1,76972 Sale Date May 6 , 2021 Levy Amount and Collections to Date 2020 Real and Personal Levy 2019 Real and Personal Levy As of February 27 , 2021 As of February 28 , 2020 151,075,57121 Levy 142,430,88172 Levy 147,838,20805 Payments 139,83868338 Payments 3,237,36316 Balance 2,592,19834 Balance 9786 Collected 9818 Collected - 032 RMV – NCVTS Collections February 2021 February 2020 1,440,17820 1,250,06341Page355 April 5 , 2021 – 10 00 am Continued YTD 20 21 - 11,705,15579 YTD 19 20 - 10,629,67199 11 Manager Reports and Comments A Thank You to 911 - Communications County Manager Rick Hester thanked the 911 - Communications Department , noting they worked throughout the weekend on a technical issue that was out of the County’s control Mr Hester stated all issues have now been resolved and no calls were missed during that time B Consultant for Solid Waste Disposal Funding County Manager Rick Hester thanked Commissioners Butch Lawter , Tony Braswell , and Larry Wood for working with staff on guidelines to select a consultant to study solid waste disposal funding mechanisms Mr Hester stated a Request for Qualifications was issued with Garrett & Moore selected as the consultant Mr Hester stated final negotiations are underway on a contract for services He noted that in addition to analyzing solid waste disposal funding options , the consultant would also work on developing a 20 - year funding plan for the Board to consider 12 Board Reports and Comments A Traffic Safety Concerns Commissioner Tony Braswell noted the number of car accident related fatalities recently and expressed his sympathy to all those that have lost family members and loved ones Commissioner Braswell spoke on his concerns that the driving habits of motorists have changed drastically over the years and noted that fatalities and accidents increased in 2020 despite the COVID - 19 Pandemic Commissioner Braswell stated he would like to see the Chairman send a letter to the Governor and request more assistance with patrolling roadways , especially on the interstates Following discussion , it was the consensus of the Board for staff to work with the Chairman to send a letter to the Governor B Litter and Roadway Trash Commissioner Ted G Godwin noted that at a recent meeting of the Highway 70 Corridor Commission the topic of roadway trash and litter was discussed Commissioner Godwin stated the Department of Transportation recently announced that they have collected 2 million pounds of trash since January Commissioner Godwin stated the General Assembly is proposing some things related to littering and if the Board were to also propose ideas , he believes they would be heard by the Department of Transportation 13 Closed Session – NCGS 14331811 a 3 – Attorney - Client Privilege ; NCGS 14331811 a 4 – Economic Development ; NCGS 14331811 a 5 – Acquisition of Property ; and NCGS 14331811 a 6 – Personnel Commissioner Fred J Smith , Jr moved the Board go into closed session for the purposes of consulting with an attorney employed by the Board in order to preserve the attorney - client privilege pursuant to North Carolina General Statute 143 - 31811 a 3 , to discuss matters relating to the location or expansion of industries or other businesses in the area , pursuant to North Carolina General Statute 143 - 31811 a 4 , to establish or instruct staff concerning the negotiation of the price and terms of a contract concerning the acquisition of real property pursuant to North Carolina General Statute 143 - 31811 a 5 , and for the purposes of personnel pursuant to North Carolina General Statute 143 - 31811 a 6 Commissioner Patrick E Harris seconded the motion which carried unanimously No action was taken Commissioner Butch Lawter moved the Board adjourn closed session and resume regular session Commissioner Larry Wood seconded the motion , which carried by unanimous vote Page456 April 5 , 2021 – 10 00 am Continued There being no further business , Commissioner Ted G Godwin moved the Board adjourn Commissioner Larry Wood seconded the motion , which carried by unanimous vote The meeting adjourned at 1 00 pm ____________________________ Chad M Stewart , Chairman Paula G Woodard , Clerk to the BoardPage