July 6, 2020 - 10:00 AM - Board of Commissioners Meeting Minutes

10 440 Meeting of the Johnston County Board of Commissioners July 6 , 2020 10 00 am The Johnston County Board of Commissioners met in regular session Monday , July 6 , 2020 at 10 00 am in the Second Floor Meeting Room of the Public Library of Johnston County and Smithfield located at 305 E Market Street in Smithfield , North Carolina The following members were present Present Chairman Ted G Godwin , Vice Chairman Chad M Stewart , Jeffrey P Carver , Larry Wood , Tony Braswell , Patrick E Harris , and RS “ Butch ” Lawter , Jr Absent None Also Present County Manager Rick J Hester , Clerk to the Board Paula G Woodard , Finance Officer and Assistant County Manager J Chad McLamb , and County Attorney Jennifer J Slusser Chairman Ted G Godwin called the meeting to order at 10 00 am Commissioner Butch Lawter opened the meeting with a prayer Commissioner Larry Wood led everyone in the Pledge of Allegiance to the American Flag 1 Approval Discussion of Agenda Upon a motion by Commissioner Jeffrey P Carver , seconded by Commissioner Chad M Stewart , and carried by unanimous vote , the Board approved the agenda as presented 2 Consent Agenda Items Upon a motion by Commissioner Jeffrey P Carver , seconded by Commissioner Patrick E Harris , and carried by unanimous vote , the Board approved the consent agenda items as follows A Approval of Minutes – June 1 , 2020 10 00 am and 6 00 pm ; June 8 , 9 , and 15 , 2020 B Emergency Services – Call for Public Hearing Per the request of the Emergency Services Department , the Board scheduled a public hearing for the August 3 , 2020 10 00 am meeting to allow for public comment on a proposed ordinance amendment as it relates to first responder franchises The amendment would allow all fire departments in the County to provide first responder services without having to obtain a franchise C Emergency Services – Removal of Ambulance Franchise for Samaritan Ambulance The Board removed the ambulance franchise for Samaritan Ambulance Service due to the closure of their business effective June 20 , 2020 D Public Utilities – Request to Declare Vehicle Surplus Per the request of Public Utilities , the Board declared the following vehicle surplus and approved for it to be sold at the next public auction to be scheduled by the Johnston County Sheriff’s Office PLATE YEAR MILEAGE # VIN 2000 Chev Truck – 4X4 does not run 205,963 38543 - V 1GCHK34R0YR163567 E Animal Services – Request to Declare Vehicles Surplus Per the request of Animal Services , the Board declared the following vehicles surplus and approved for them to be sold at the next public auction to be scheduled by the Johnston County Sheriff’s Office Year Make Model Mileage VIN 1989 Ford E350 Bus 94,793 1FDJE37H4KHB61373 2005 Chevrolet 1500 124,015 1GCEC14X75Z209331 2013 Ford 150 4x4 215,930 1FTFX1EF6DKD17302Page441 July 6 , 2020 – 10 00 am Continued F Alliance Health Reappointment Request The Board reappointed Mr Lee Jackson to represent Johnston County on the Alliance Health Board of Directors for a term to expire on 11 30 2022 G Tax Releases & Refunds – 05 15 2020 – 06 15 2020 Real Personal Property Releases TRANS DATE TIME USER YR BILL # ACCT # TAXPAYER NAME AMOUNT 5 21 2020 9 52 04 AM dwoodward2 2019 - 2581 2000088945 AMELIA VILLAGE LLC 92177 5 21 2020 11 17 30 AM cfutch 2019 - 111094 2000213705 APANOVICH , MICHAEL 3,39257 5 21 2020 11 30 10 AM cfutch 2019 - 64186 2000214995 WHITE , VANESSA 2,34298 6 9 2020 11 04 16 AM ALassiter 2019 - 113263 2000212446 DSE FESTEJOS CORP 1,00677 Real Personal Property Refunds TRANS DATE TIME USER YR BILL # ACCT # TAXPAYER NAME AMOUNT 5 21 2020 11 18 00 AM cfutch 2020 - 200302 2000213705 APANOVICH , MICHAEL 44100 5 21 2020 11 32 16 AM cfutch 2020 - 200303 2000214995 WHITE , VANESSA 37462 5 22 2020 2 31 57 PM LOCKBOX 2019 - 101615 2000172154 WATSON , CARL LIFE ESTATE 57004 5 26 2020 3 03 41 PM awestbrook 2019 - 40904 2000022439 HARRIS , FREDERICK LAMAR 22793 5 26 2020 3 16 51 PM awestbrook 2019 - 108567 2000082418 SIMPSON , INDIE BELLE 23641 6 11 2020 3 14 56 PM Jodee 2019 - 113584 2000188708 SMITH , VICTOR 30733 Langdon June 17 , 2020 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 5 15 20 to 6 15 20 Tax refunds - Personal Real Property 53530 Tax releases - Personal Real Property 26462 Motor Vehicle Release Refund 21983 Recommended by Tax Administrator Jocelyn Andrews Approved by Finance Director J Chad McLamb 3 COVID - 19 Updates Health Director Dr Marilyn Pearson presented the following update to the Board Page442 July 6 , 2020 – 10 00 am ContinuedPage443 July 6 , 2020 – 10 00 am ContinuedPagePage pageNumber5444 July 6 , 2020 – 10 00 am Continued th Dr Pearson stated as of July 4 , Johnston County had 1,706 positive COVID - 19 cases with 86 of those related to outbreaks She stated there have been 33 deaths with 22 of those related to outbreaks and hospitalizations are increasing Dr Pearson reported testing continues throughout the County She stated in addition to the Health Department , CommWell Health and Benson Health have been hosting community testing sites in the County Dr Pearson asked the Board to consider allocating 5,000 each to Benson Health and CommWell Health to assist them with purchasing testing supplies and to offset some of their staffing costs Dr Pearson stated they are providing great assistance to the Health Department by offering testing sites in the County and she would like to help them continue this service Dr Pearson also took a moment to introduce and recognize Captain Laura Draski with the US Public Health Service Dr Pearson stated in addition to the State providing assistance with contact tracing , the US Public Health Service has four individuals working at the Health Department Captain Draski stated the US Public Health Service is dedicated to helping during the COVID - 19 Pandemic and they look forward to working with Johnston County The Board thanked Dr Pearson for the update and Captain Draski for working with Johnston County Upon a motion by Commissioner Jeffrey P Carver , seconded by Commissioner Chad M Stewart , and carried unanimously , the Board voted to allocate 5,000 each to CommWell Health and Benson Health to be used to support their continued testing efforts across Johnston County and to be reimbursed with any COVID - 19 funds when received PagePage pageNumber6445 July 6 , 2020 – 10 00 am Continued Dr Pearson also updated the Board regarding supply quantities as it relates to Personal Protection Equipment PPE as well as ventilators and available hospital beds Emergency Services Assistant Director Josh Holloman reported the Emergency Services Department’s primary role is to continue their support to Dr Pearson and the Health Department He stated they have been working to secure additional PPE and while the PPE utilization is high , the supply as of today is stable He asked the Board to keep all the healthcare workers , EMS personnel , and first responders in their thoughts as they continue to respond to COVID - 19 Mr Holloman stated he continues to be impressed with the professionalism and resilience of the County’s EMS and 911 - Communications personnel going into the fifth month of the pandemic Mr Holloman stated the Emergency Management Division continues to prepare for hurricane season and working to implement social distancing into the sheltering plans Finance Director and Assistant County Manager Chad McLamb provided the Board with an update regarding funding for COVID - 19 Mr McLamb stated the County has received approximately 36 million in CARES Act funds and expects to receive an additional 4 million He noted the County will be using a portion of those funds to cover expenses and needs associated with the response to COVID - 19 He also noted that eight of the towns have requested a portion of those funds and staff will be working on a distribution to the towns Mr McLamb stated staff would also be working with the North Carolina Pandemic Recovery Office NCPRO on how the funds can be distributed and spent Mr McLamb reported the County has received 180,000 for the Board of Elections to purchase PPE supplies needed for the upcoming elections Mr McLamb asked the Board to give blanket approval and acceptance of any COVID - 19 funds that have been received and will be received in the future with the understanding that staff will be working with NCPRO on how to distribute and spend those monies Upon a motion by Commissioner Chad M Stewart , seconded by Commissioner Patrick E Harris , and carried unanimously , the Board voted to approve and accept any and all COVID - 19 funding previously received as well as additional future funds that will be received with the understanding that staff will be working with NCPRO on the distribution and expenditure of those funds 4 Public Comments A Request to Support Body Cameras for Law Enforcement Officers Mr James Gathers of Four Oaks requested the Board to work with Sheriff Steve Bizzell as well as Police Chiefs in the municipalities regarding the implementation of body cameras for all law enforcement officers Mr Gathers stated he feels this would help protect the citizens as well as the law enforcement officers Mr Gathers stated given the times we are currently in , many people are fearful of law enforcement while law enforcement officers are also fearful when responding to situations Mr Gathers stated when two groups are afraid of each other it can cause many problems Mr Gathers stated the body cameras would speak for themselves and he would ask the Commissioners to talk with the Sheriff regarding this matter Chairman Ted G Godwin thanked Mr Gathers for attending the meeting and stated the Board can certainly have a dialogue with the Sheriff regarding the request B Request to Adopt Juneteenth as a County Holiday Smithfield Town Councilman Marlon Lee requested the Commissioners to consider adopting Juneteenth as a County holiday Mr Lee stated the Wake County Board of Commissioners will be considering a resolution at their meeting today to formally recognize Juneteenth as a County holiday in Wake County and he would like to see the same in Johnston County Mr Lee stated he has been involved in many historical moments in Johnston County recently and he has marched with the protesters , attended rallies , and orchestrated the “ Together We Mean Business ” event just last weekend Mr Lee stated he is proud of those moments , but now there needs to be a movement Mr Lee read from the Proclamation that Wake County will be considering at their meeting and stated it is time that Johnston County shows it values diversity and is united in opposition to racism and hate Mr Lee asked the Board to vote unanimously to make Juneteenth a County holiday and be part of the movement Commissioner Butch Lawter thanked Mr Lee for bringing the matter to the Board and stated this is a conversation that needs to be had Commissioner Lawter stated as Johnston County moves forward there needsPagePage pageNumber7446 July 6 , 2020 – 10 00 am Continued to be a discussion and communication on a much broader scale and as a Commissioner he is committed to being a part of that process Commissioner Chad M Stewart thanked Mr Lee for his personal involvement in the issues and for helping to keep things peaceful in the County Mr Lee stated he is willing to sit down and talk further with the Board Chairman Ted G Godwin stated he would like to volunteer himself as well as Commissioner Lawter to meet with Mr Lee and begin a dialogue C E - mail from Citizen Ken Taylor Chairman Ted G Godwin read an e - mail received from Mr Ken Taylor of Clayton , regarding his concerns with weather drills conducted by Novo Nordisk of Clayton Mr Taylor indicated that while he understands the need for such drills , they can create confusion and concern for the surrounding community if they are not identified as a drill versus an actual event Mr Taylor asked that this issue be raised with the Emergency Services Department who could perhaps voice this concern to local businesses and industries as they coordinate emergency response plans Mr Taylor also shared his concerns as to how the COVID - 19 Pandemic has impacted industries that have received an Economic Development Incentive Grant EDIG from the County Mr Taylor questioned if the grants are being adjusted to compensate for jobs that may not be created or lost Mr Taylor expressed concerns that the risk is being passed on to the taxpayers At the inquiry of the Board , County Manager Rick Hester stated he has spoken with a representative at Novo Nordisk and he believes the concern regarding the emergency drills has been resolved Mr Hester also noted that staff verifies all components of the EDIG agreements have been met before disbursing any grant funds 5 Public Hearing – First Responder Franchise Request – 50 - 210 Fire Department Advertised – The News & Observer Friday Zone Edition – June 26 and July 3 , 2020 ; The Johnstonian News and The News in Review – June 24 and July 1 , 2020 The Chairman opened the public hearing Emergency Services Assistant Director Josh Holloman stated the purpose of the public hearing is to receive public comment on a request from the 50 - 210 Fire Department to receive a first responder franchise allowing it to operate as a first responder unit within their district Mr Holloman reported the EMS Advisory Committee met on June 23 , 2020 and recommended approval of the franchise Mr Holloman stated the request was also included in the Fiscal Year 2020 - 2021 budget There being no further comments , the Chairman closed the public hearing Upon a motion by Commissioner Patrick E Harris , seconded by Commissioner Larry Wood , and carried unanimously , the Board voted to approve a first responder franchise for the 50 - 210 Fire Department Note A second vote will be required at the August 3 , 2020 meeting 6 Public Hearing – Community Development Block Grant CDBG Advertised – The News & Observer Friday Zone Edition – June 26 , 2020 ; The Johnstonian News and The News in Review – June 24 , 2020 The Chairman opened the public hearing Economic Development Director Chris Johnson stated the purpose of the public hearing is to obtain citizen input into the identification of community needs and desired CDBG activities Mr Johnson stated Johnston County is interested in seeking funds from the State’s Small Cities Community Development Block Grant Program CDBG The CDBG program is administered by the North Carolina Department of Commerce and the North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources The State of North Carolina’s CDBG Program permits grant funds to be used toward infrastructure projects that address health safety needs public water and sewer projects ; neighborhood revitalization needs housing development , acquisition ,PagePage pageNumber8447 July 6 , 2020 – 10 00 am Continued disposition , clearance and remediation activities , relocation , public facilities , senior center , housing for homeless persons , housing or shelters for victims of domestic violence , transitional housing facility , community neighborhood recreation facility , or other and public infrastructure or support ; and Economic Development public infrastructure , building demolition , and vacant building renovation projects Mr Johnson explained that CDBG projects require two public hearings ; one being a general hearing discussing the program and the other specifically for an identified project Mr Johnston stated the County’s Grants Consultant has recommended holding a general public hearing every July so if a specific project is identified later in the year , it will only require the second public hearing He stated no action is required at this hearing There being no further comments , the Chairman closed the public hearing 7 Sheriff’s Office – 2019 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Grant Funds County Manager Rick Hester presented the following Memorandum from Sheriff Steve Bizzell and informed the Board of Commissioners that the Johnston County Sheriff’s Office has applied for 2019 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Grant Funds in the amount of 13,13800 Mr Hester stated the grant funds will be used to purchase six 6 Harris brand portable radios to be used by six 6 new deputy sheriff positions to be assigned as School Resource Officers in the middle schools Mr Hester requested the Board to enter the memorandum of official notification of the grant funding into the minutes as part of the rules set forth in obtaining the federal grant funds by the US Department of Justice , Bureau of Justice Assistance and he offered to answer any questions Commissioner Larry Wood moved to accept the memorandum of official notification below as part of the minutes and approve the grant Commissioner Tony Braswell seconded the motion which carried by unanimous vote 8 Child Fatality Prevention Team 2019 Annual Report Child Fatality Prevention Team Review Coordinator Kathleen Lanc presented the following annual report to the Board of Commissioners PagePage pageNumber9448 July 6 , 2020 – 10 00 am Continued Background Why We Do What We Do In Article 14 of North Carolina’s General Statute 7B , the General Assembly finds it the public policy to prevent the abuse , neglect and death of juveniles Child fatality prevention is designated as a community responsibility Multidisciplinary reviews of the abuse , neglect and death of children can lead to a greater understanding of the causes and methods of preventing these deaths The General Assembly mandated the establishment of a statewide multidisciplinary , multi - agency child fatality prevention system that consists of the State team GS 7B - 1404 and local teams GS 7 - B 1406 In 1991 , the Johnston County Child Fatality Prevention Team CFPT was established Present What We Do As directed by the GS 7B - 1400 , the CFPT assesses the records of all deaths of Johnston County’s children , aged birth to 18 years , in order to 1 develop a community - wide approach to the problem of child abuse and neglect , 2 understand the causes of childhood deaths , 3 identify any gaps or deficiencies that may exist in the delivery of services to children and their families by public agencies that are designed to prevent child abuse , neglect or death , and 4 make and implement recommendations for changes to laws , rules and policies that will support the safe and healthy development our children and prevent future abuse , neglect and death NC GS 7B - 1400 The review process includes a delay of approximately 1 year after the date of death before review in order to secure necessary and complete information Review Information The CFPT meets four times a year 2019 25 deaths reviewed 10 infants birth to 1 year 4 10 - 14 years 8 1 - 4 years 1 15 - 17 years 2 5 - 9 years Causes Premature births 10 Motor vehicle accidents 3 Illnesses 7 Home fires accidental 2 Choking 1 Homicide 1 Suicide 1 One 1 child death received intensive review by the NC Division of Social Services and members from both the state and local CFPTs Criteria for such reviews include cases in which “ a report of suspected abuse or neglect has been made about the child or the child’s family to the county DSS within the previous 12 months , or the child or the child’s family was recipient of child protective services within the previous 12 months NC GS gt; 7B 1406 a 1 b Actions and Recommendations All findings and recommendations made by the CFPT are submitted to the NC Child Fatality Prevention Team coordinator Focal Points of 2019 reviews included Unsafe sleeping conditions environments that include “ co - sleeping ” or “ bed - sharing ” with infants as well as infant sleep spaces that have blankets , pillows , wedges or other items Lack of , or non - working smoke detectors in the home Choking hazards These conditions contributed to some of Johnston County’s infant deaths In general , the team’s findings and recommendations have addressed and supported the following Initiatives to promote early and consistent prenatal care ; Existing agencies , programs and initiatives for the prevention of childhood trauma and promotion of childhood safety ; and Safe sleep initiatives , activities and recommendations for the prevention of Sudden Unexplained Infant Death SUIDS and Sudden Infant Death Syndrome SIDS Page0449 July 6 , 2020 – 10 00 am Continued Conclusions Thank you to the members of the Johnston County Commissioners and the Board of Health for the opportunity to share with you the successes and dedicated work of the local team as we continue to review child fatalities , make recommendations and take actions to prevent future child deaths Currently the team is in need of the appointment of a local county law enforcement representative to assist in the review of child deaths , make recommendations and facilitate or participate in prevention activities The Board thanked Ms Lanc for the report 9 JCATS – New Facility Construction Project and Request for Funds Community & Senior Services Executive Director Neal Davis presented information to the Board as it relates to a new facility construction project for JCATS and requested funds from the County to complete the project Mr Davis explained that approximately five years ago , his Board of Directors and the Transportation Advisory Board began looking at the future of JCATS He stated in 2017 they completed a feasibility study which determined what the future needs would be Mr Davis reported it became apparent that a new facility would be needed for JCATS to accommodate future growth and public transportation needs in Johnston County Mr Davis stated they began the process of reviewing opportunities for federal funding as well as cost estimates for a new facility Mr Davis presented the following information to the Board Mr Davis stated that in considering options for a new facility and in an effort to keep costs minimal , they settled upon a standardized design similar to a fire station at an estimated cost of 3 million Mr Davis stated once a design was settled upon , they began the long process of securing federal funding He stated inPage1450 July 6 , 2020 – 10 00 am Continued November of 2019 , they received notification from the Federal Transportation Authority that JCATS had been selected to receive a grant of over 2 million to be applied towards the project Mr Davis reviewed the following information with the Board Page2451 July 6 , 2020 – 10 00 am ContinuedPage3452 July 6 , 2020 – 10 00 am Continued Mr Davis reviewed the cost estimate with the Board and requested the Commissioners to consider allocating 597,800 towards the project and stated JCATS would be contributing 571,000 from their own funds and would cover any additional cost overruns that may arise Mr Davis offered to answer any questions Chairman Ted G Godwin commented that in his time serving on the JCATS Board of Directors , he was never sure if the project would receive a federal grant and he commended Mr Davis for his success in seeking funds Page4453 July 6 , 2020 – 10 00 am Continued At the inquiry of Commissioner Tony Braswell , County Manager Rick Hester stated staff recommends approving the allocation to support the JCATS facility construction project Upon a motion by Commissioner Chad M Stewart , seconded by Commissioner Patrick E Harris , and carried unanimously , the Board approved an allocation in the amount of 597,800 to come from the undesignated fund balance to be applied towards the JCATS new facility construction project Upon a question by Commissioner Jeffrey P Carver , Mr Davis stated they would employ a project manager certified in federal programs to oversee the project and that cost has been included in the project budget 10 Parks , Greenways , and Open Space Coordinator – Property Transfer Parks , Greenways , and Open Space Coordinator Adrian O’Neal presented an opportunity to the Board that would involve the transfer of a 2840 acre tract of land Parcel No 16K05012F located beside the East Clayton Elementary School from the Board of Education to Johnston County Mr O’Neal explained that this parcel would be beneficial to both the Parks and Open Space Program and the Department of Public Utilities He stated staff has had positive discussions with the Board of Education about this transfer who has indicated that they are in favor Mr O’Neal reported the site currently has a County wastewater pumping station in the design phase of an upgrade He also noted the parcel is on the proposed route of the Mountains to Sea Trail and the location poses great potential value as a river access for car top vessels such as canoes and kayaks Mr O’Neal stated the site , with improvements , would also give consistent emergency access to the river in this area for search and rescue and medical emergencies Mr O’Neal continued that the Town of Clayton has expressed interest in developing this property into a trailhead and for car top river access He stated this could be accomplished through a lease with proper engineering and development done by the lessee Mr O’Neal stated the site would be managed and maintained by the lessee in its entirety , minus the area required for Public Utilities Mr O’Neal stated that maintaining this property in County ownership would be of great benefit to the community and the County as a whole and he requested the Board to approve the transfer Commissioner Butch Lawter spoke in support of the project especially given that it will be a good connection for the Mountains to Sea Trail Commissioner Lawter stated this is another example of everyone working together Commissioner Patrick E Harris agreed that this is a good utilization of the property and a great cooperative effort Upon a motion by Commissioner Butch Lawter , seconded by Commissioner Patrick E Harris , and carried by unanimous vote , the Board approved the transfer of a 2840 acre tract of land Parcel No 16K05012F located beside the East Clayton Elementary School from the Board of Education to Johnston County 11 Parks , Greenways , and Open Space Coordinator – Grant Update Cleveland Property Parks , Greenways , and Open Space Coordinator Adrian O’Neal requested the Board to consider approving the purchase of property located at the corner of Polenta Road and Matthews Road Parcel No 06F04034F for open space preservation Mr O’Neal stated staff secured a Phase 1 Environmental Study on the property , which came back positive He also stated a State Historic Property Office Review has been completed which came back positive and a survey should be completed by the end of next week Mr O’Neal recommended the Board consider purchasing this property Mr O’Neal updated the Board with regards to grant fund applications to be used towards the purchase of this property if successful Mr O’Neal stated he hesitates to predict the success of those funds at this time ; however , the County could apply for a waiver that would allow for a second application period if unsuccessful during the first round of funding Mr O’Neal stated the purchase price is 16 million and the Greater Cleveland Athletic Association has stated they will be willing to manage the property Mr O’Neal introduced Mr Denton Lee from the Cleveland Community Recreation Association that currently holds the note on the property Page5454 July 6 , 2020 – 10 00 am Continued Chairman Ted G Godwin noted the Board has had a lot of discussion about banking land for recreation and open space preservation throughout the County and this piece of property could certainly begin that process At the inquiry of Commissioner Butch Lawter , County Manager Rick Hester stated staff recommends approval of the purchase with the funds coming from the undesignated fund balance and that any grant funds received would be applied back towards the cost Mr Hester stated Mr O’Neal has done a great job working with the community on this project Commissioner Chad M Stewart stated he would like for staff to continue looking for property all across the County so other communities can have the benefits of open space Mr Hester agreed and stated he feels this is the start of a countywide program Mr O’Neal recognized the Cleveland community for coming together and finding property that could be used for this purpose and he encouraged other communities in the County to contact him in an effort to look at similar opportunities Commissioner Patrick E Harris agreed that the Cleveland community has done a great job and this is a tremendous opportunity to begin preserving open space for an enhanced quality of life Commissioner Tony Braswell stated he is glad to see this opportunity come to fruition and he moved the Board approve the purchase of property located at the corner of Matthews Road and Polenta Road Parcel No 06F04034F with funding coming from the undesignated fund balance with the understanding that any grant funds received would be applied back towards this purchase Commissioner Patrick E Harris seconded the motion The Chairman accepted a request from Commissioner Jeffrey P Carver to abstain from the vote The motion carried by unanimous vote with Commissioner Carver abstaining 12 Parks , Greenways , and Open Space Coordinator – Resolution Supporting the Great American Outdoors Act Parks , Greenways , and Open Space Coordinator Adrian O’Neal provided the Board with information concerning the Great American Outdoors Act , which would fully fund the Land and Water Conservation Fund and restore national parks by helping to address a backlog of maintenance needs within the national parks Mr O’Neal requested the Board to adopt a resolution supporting the Act Upon a motion by Commissioner Chad M Stewart , seconded by Commissioner Butch Lawter , and carried unanimously , the Board adopted the following resolution Resolution by the Johnston County Board of Commissioners Supporting the Great American Outdoors Act Whereas , Johnston County , North Carolina is committed to maintaining and enhancing the quality of life for citizens throughout the region and recognizes that the “ Great American Outdoors Act ” will contribute to quality of life by repairing and enhancing National Parks and building and maintaining local parks ; and Whereas , the “ Great American Outdoors Act ” links two bipartisan efforts , both having support from more than half of the US Congress ; and Whereas , the first would provide full and permanent funding of 900 million each year for the Land and Water Conservation Fund , the amount it is authorized to receive from offshore oil and gas revenues ; and Whereas , it has been used for more than 50 years to protect places in every state in the nation ranging from national parks to historic battlefields to local ballfields ; and Whereas , the second is the Restore Our Parks Act , which would invest 19 billion annually over the course of the next five years to offset deferred maintenance for lands managed by the National Park Service , USDA Forest Service , US Fish & Wildlife , Bureau of Land Management and the Bureau of Indian Education ; andPage6455 July 6 , 2020 – 10 00 am Continued Whereas , open - space and parks have a significant impact on the health and economic viability of the region encouraging active lifestyles , increased levels of tourism , enhanced property values , added jobs , as well as the enhanced ability to attract and retain businesses to the region due to improved quality of life ; and Whereas , the “ Great American Outdoors Act ” provides tangible lands and facilities that will continue to grow and to provide an invaluable resource for our children , grandchildren and great grandchildren Now , Therefore , Be It Resolved by the Johnston County Board of Commissioners , that Johnston County , North Carolina supports the passage of the “ Great American Outdoors Act ” th Adopted this the 6 day of July , 2020 13 Solid Waste Services – Request to Surplus Equipment Rick Proctor , Director for the Department of Solid Waste Services , presented the following two items for the Board’s consideration as it relates to surplus equipment A Miscellaneous Equipment – Sale by GovDeals Mr Proctor stated the equipment listed below has been previously used by the Department of Solid Waste Services at the landfill facility Staff wishes to sell as many items as possible on the government - based equipment internet sales site , GovDeals , pursuant to NCGS 160A - 270 Mr Proctor requested the Board to adopt a resolution declaring the following equipment as surplus and approve for it to be sold on GovDeals B Stationary Trash Compactors and Roll - Off Containers – Private Sale at a Negotiated Price Mr Proctor stated the following equipment has been previously used by the Department of Solid Waste Services at the landfill site and various convenience site locations These items are in disrepair and are no longer usable Mr Proctor stated staff wishes to sell these items as scrap steel via private sale at a negotiated price , pursuant to NCGS 160A - 267 Mr Proctor requested the Board to adopt a resolution declaring the following as surplus and approving for it to be sold via private sale at a negotiated price Page7456 July 6 , 2020 – 10 00 am Continued Upon a motion by Commissioner Larry Wood , seconded by Commissioner Tony Braswell , and carried unanimously , the Board adopted the following two resolutions Resolution Declaring Personal Property As Surplus And Authorizing the Sale of Surplus Property By Electronic Public Auction Whereas , Johnston County owns the following equipment , hereinafter referred to as “ surplus property ” that is either obsolete or no longer needed for any governmental use by the County ; and Whereas , the Johnston County Board of Commissioners is desirous of declaring the equipment as surplus and selling at an electronic public auction as authorized by NCGS 160A - 270 ; andPage8457 July 6 , 2020 – 10 00 am Continued Now , Therefore , Be It Resolved , by the Johnston County Board of Commissioners as follows 1 The equipment as listed above is hereby declared to be surplus property ; 2 The County Manager or his designee is hereby authorized to sell by electronic public auction the surplus property described above to the highest bidder The auction will begin on July 20 , 2020 at 8 00 am and end of August 21 , 2020 at 5 00 pm via electronic public auction on GovDeals – wwwgovdealscom , said electronic address being where the information about the property to be sold can be found and where electronic bids may be posted ; 3 Surplus property will be sold “ as is ” , all sales final , cash , certified check , or money order only Johnston County makes no express or implied warranties of merchantability of any surplus property , or part thereof , or its fitness for any particular purpose regardless of any oral statements that may be made concerning the surplus property or any part thereof and that Johnston County reserves the right to reject any and all bids or remove the property from auction at any time ; and 4 A notice summarizing this Resolution and the sale of the surplus property by electronic public auction shall be published solely by electronic means by the Clerk to the Board on the County’s website at wwwJohnstonNCcom at least ten 10 days prior to the public auction th Adopted this the 6 day of July , 2020 Resolution Declaring Personal Property As Surplus And Authorizing the Sale of Surplus Property By Private Sale at a Negotiated Price Whereas , Johnston County owns the following equipment , hereinafter referred to as “ surplus property ” that is either obsolete or no longer needed for any governmental use by the County ; and Whereas , the Johnston County Board of Commissioners is desirous of declaring the equipment as surplus and selling via private sale at a negotiated price as authorized by NCGS 160A - 267 ; and Now , Therefore , Be It Resolved , by the Johnston County Board of Commissioners as follows 1 The equipment as listed above is hereby declared to be surplus property ; 2 The County Manager or his designee is hereby authorized to sell by private sale at a negotiated price the surplus property described above to the highest bidder ;Page9458 July 6 , 2020 – 10 00 am Continued 3 Surplus property will be sold “ as is ” , all sales final , cash , certified check , or money order only Johnston County makes no express or implied warranties of merchantability of any surplus property , or part thereof , or its fitness for any particular purpose regardless of any oral statements that may be made concerning the surplus property or any part thereof and that Johnston County reserves the right to reject any and all offers ; and 4 A notice summarizing this Resolution and the sale of the surplus property by private sale at a negotiated price shall be published once after the adoption of this resolution by the Clerk to the Board and no sale shall be consummated thereunder until at least ten 10 days after its publication th Adopted this the 6 day of July , 2020 14 Technology Services – Request Approval for Transition to G - Suite Technology Services Director Jeff Howard presented the following information to the Board regarding the proposed transition to G - Suite for the County’s software Page0459 July 6 , 2020 – 10 00 am ContinuedPage1460 July 6 , 2020 – 10 00 am ContinuedPage2461 July 6 , 2020 – 10 00 am Continued Mr Howard stated when he became the Director of Technology Services , one of his first priorities was to secure the County’s e - mail He stated governments and organizations are very vulnerable to attacks and it is important to make them secure Mr Howard stated the G - Suite package includes products comparable to Microsoft , but it also offers storage and videoconferencing Mr Howard stated because of COVID - 19 , the ability to telework has become very important and G - Suite would make that process much easier Mr Howard reviewed the various components and benefits of G - Suite with the Board as well as cost information associated with the product He noted that the first year of G - Suite can be covered with COVID funds since it will greatly help with teleworking and Year 2 and 3 would have no cost At the inquiry of Commissioner Butch Lawter , Mr Howard stated the County does offer training to the employees on e - mail safety and he believes the employees are more aware of e - mails containing malicious content because of this training Commissioner Chad M Stewart asked how the transition would affect employees Mr Howard stated he has found the product to be very user friendly and believes it will be an easy transition At the inquiry of Chairman Ted G Godwin , County Manager Rick Hester stated he recommends the transition Upon a motion by Commissioner Chad M Stewart , seconded by Commissioner Patrick E Harris , and carried unanimously , the Board approved the transition to G - Suite for the County’s software 15 Public Utilities – 385 West Transmission Improvements Project Budget Revision Utilities Director Chandra Farmer , PE , reported the Board of Commissioners adopted a capital project budget for the Johnston County 385 West Transmission Improvements project in December 2019 She stated the project is included in the County’s Capital Improvements Plan and is necessary to meet growing water demands in the western part of the County The proposed improvements include the following ? Approximately 2,200 LF of 8 ” water transmission mains o Along Main St in Wilson’s Mills from First Street to Fire Department Road o Along Fire Department Road from Main Street Wilson’s Mills to Harrison Road ? Approximately 6,500 LF of 12 ” diameter water transmission mains o Along Harrison Road from Fire Department Road to Powhatan Rd o Along Powhatan Road from Harrison Road to the existing 10 ” water main ? Approximately 13,000 LF of 16 ” diameter water transmission main along Gordon Road from Wilson’s Mills Road to Wise Road ? Approximately 5,800 LF of 20 ” diameter water transmission mains o Along Wise Road from the Clayton No 2 BPS to Gordon Road o Along Gordon Road from Wise Road to US 70 Hwy BUS o Along US 70 Hwy BUS from the Clayton No 2 BPS to Pony Farm Road Ms Farmer stated the original project budget includes technical design services only The County’s engineer identified necessary easements , and staff is ready to proceed with easement acquisition In addition ,Page3462 July 6 , 2020 – 10 00 am Continued the project appears eligible for potential EDA COVID grant funding Ms Farmer stated staff proposes the following capital project budget amendment to include easement acquisition services and easement costs and grant administration The proposed project budget is as follows Existing Proposed Technical Design Services 500,00000 500,00000 Project Grant Administration N A 40,00000 Easement Acquisition N A 120,00000 Total 500,00000 660,00000 Ms Farmer stated funding for this phase of the project would be from the Water District System Development Fee Capital Reserve account She requested the Board’s approval of the proposed project budget and adoption of the associated budget revision Upon a motion by Commissioner Chad M Stewart , seconded by Commissioner Tony Braswell , and carried unanimously , the Board approved the capital project budget amendment as proposed by staff and adopted the associated budget revision below REQUESTED CHANGE FUND BUDGET CODE LINE ITEM CLASSIFICATION EXPENDITURE INCREASE DECREASE 82 85545599 Easements 120,00000 82 85540406 Technical Services 40,00000 TOTAL NET EXPENDITURES 160,00000 REQUESTED CHANGE FUND BUDGET CODE LINE ITEM CLASSIFICATION REVENUE INCREASE DECREASE 82 855436270 Transfer from SDF Reserve Fund for Capital 160,00000 Project Costs TOTAL NET REVENUE 160,00000 16 Public Utilities – Buffalo Road Booster Pump Station Upgrade & Transmission Budget Revision Utilities Director Chandra Farmer , PE , reported the Board of Commissioners adopted a capital project budget for the Buffalo Road Booster Pump Station Upgrade and Transmission Main project in December 2019 She stated the project is included in the County’s Capital Improvements Plan and includes upgrades to the County’s existing Buffalo Road booster pump station 65 MGD of firm capacity and approximately 29,000 LF of 24 ” water main along Buffalo Road from the WTP discharge pipe to NC Hwy 42 Ms Farmer stated this will provide the necessary future supply to the County’s 385 and 492 hydraulic gradients in the Johnston West Transmission system This includes supply to the Archer Lodge and NC 42 areas , in addition to an alternate supply to the Clayton area Ms Farmer stated the original project budget includes technical design services for the water main upgrades She stated staff proposes increasing technical services to include the detailed booster station upgrades design , bid award services and record drawing services In addition , the County’s engineer identified necessary easements for the proposed project route , and staff is ready to proceed with easement acquisition Ms Farmer stated staff proposes the following capital project budget amendment to increase technical services and include easement acquisition services and easement costs The proposed project budget is as follows Existing Proposed Technical Design Services 400,00000 600,00000 Easement Acquisition N A 80,00000 Total 400,00000 680,00000 Ms Farmer stated funding for this phase of the project would be from the Water District System Development Fee Capital Reserve account She requested the Board’s approval of the proposed project budget and adoption of the associated budget revision Upon a motion by Commissioner Chad M Stewart , seconded by Commissioner Butch Lawter , and carried unanimously , the Board approved the capital project budget amendment as proposed by staff and adopted the associated budget revision below Page4463 July 6 , 2020 – 10 00 am Continued REQUESTED CHANGE FUND BUDGET CODE LINE ITEM CLASSIFICATION EXPENDITURE INCREASE DECREASE 82 85530406 Technical Services 200,00000 82 85535599 Easements 80,00000 TOTAL NET EXPENDITURES 280,00000 REQUESTED CHANGE FUND BUDGET CODE LINE ITEM CLASSIFICATION REVENUE INCREASE DECREASE 82 855336270 Transfer from SDF Reserve Fund for Capital 280,00000 Project Costs TOTAL NET REVENUE 280,00000 17 Public Utilities – Lynch Road School Wastewater Force Main Agreement Amendment Utilities Director Chandra Farmer , PE , stated the NCDOT , County , and Johnston County Schools staff have worked together with their respective consultants , to complete design of the 6 ” force main to be located in the existing NCDOT Hwy 42 widening project area , which will serve the proposed school on Lynch Road She reported the NCDOT obtained pricing for the force main construction from their project contractor WC English , and the contractor agreed to complete the additional work Ms Farmer explained that the County has an existing “ Utility Construction Agreement ” with the NCDOT for the water and sewer main relocation and upsizing associated with this project However , in order to add the 6 ” force main construction to the existing project , the NCDOT requires a “ Supplemental Utility Construction Agreement ” Ms Farmer stated the agreement will require the County to reimburse the NCDOT for the force main construction after installation of the main Ms Farmer stated the estimated construction cost is 872,92293 and the proposed revised budget should include the following Construction 872,92293 Contingency 87,29207 TOTAL 960,21500 Ms Farmer stated the Johnston County School Bond Fund will pay for these costs She requested the Board’s approval to complete the “ Supplemental Utility Construction Agreement ” with the NCDOT and approval of the associated budget revision Upon a motion by Commissioner Jeffrey P Carver , seconded by Commissioner Butch Lawter , and carried unanimously , the Board authorized staff to complete the “ Supplemental Utility Construction Agreement ” with the NCDOT and approved the associated budget revision as follows REQUESTED CHANGE FUND BUDGET CODE LINE ITEM CLASSIFICATION EXPENDITURE INCREASE DECREASE 83 85561800 Construction 872,92293 83 85567406 Contingency 87,29207 TOTAL NET EXPENDITURES 960,21500 REQUESTED CHANGE FUND BUDGET CODE LINE ITEM CLASSIFICATION REVENUE INCREASE DECREASE 83 855637926 Transfer from School Bond Fund 960,21500 TOTAL NET REVENUE 960,21500 18 Public Utilities – McGee’s Crossroads Water District – 210 Water Main Improvements Upon a motion by Commissioner Chad M Stewart , seconded by Commissioner Larry Wood , and carried by unanimous vote , the Board recessed regular session to sit as the McGee’s Crossroads Water District Board Sitting as the McGee’s Crossroads Water District BoardPage5464 July 6 , 2020 – 10 00 am Continued Utilities Director Chandra Farmer , PE , reported the County received bids on June 16 , 2020 for the McGee’s Crossroads Water District NC 210 Water Main Improvements project She stated the project is identified on the County’s approved Capital Improvements Plan and includes replacement of approximately 14,900 LF of SDR 21 PVC 12 ” water main with C - 900 PVC water main along NC 210 ; and replacement of approximately 18,380 LF of existing SDR 21 PVC 12 ” water main with DIP 20 ” water main Ms Farmer stated the improvements will increase transmission capacity and replace an existing water main that has experienced multiple failures since its original installation in 1999 These improvements are from Old Stage Road at the Johnston Harnett County line to NC 50 Ms Farmer stated the County received eleven 11 bids as follows Ms Farmer stated Hall Contracting Corporation of Charlotte , NC submitted the lowest responsive bid in the amount of 4,992,50000 She stated Hall Contracting Corporation is properly licensed and experienced in the type of construction involved and appears to have the financial , labor and equipment resources required to complete the construction within the stipulated contract completion time Ms Farmer presented the following previously approved and proposed project budget Existing Proposed Technical Services Environmental Permitting 450,00000 490,00000 Easement Preparation and Acquisition 44,32500 44,32500 Construction 4,793,07000 4,992,50000 Contingency 298,60500 249,62500 Loan Closing 111,72000 111,72000 Total Project Cost 5,697,72000 5,888,17000 Funding for the proposed project is as follows SWIA – State Reserve Project Loan 182 , 20 yr 5,586,00000 5,586,00000 Fund 69 Appropriation 111,72000 302,17000 Total Project Funds 5,697,72000 5,848,17000 Ms Farmer stated staff recommends award of the McGee’s Crossroads Water District NC 210 Water Main Improvements project to Hall Contracting Corporation in the amount of 4,992,50000 contingent upon approval by the funding agency NC DEQ DWI In addition , staff recommends approval of the revised project budget , adoption of the amended capital project ordinance , and adoption of the resolution of tentative award At the inquiry of Commissioner Larry Wood , Ms Farmer stated the replacement pipe will be a thicker walled pipe that has a higher pressure rating and staff does not expect it to have any of the same issues as the existing pipe Ms Farmer stated staff began replacement of this type of pipe within the system several years ago because there were problems She noted any new line installed must be with the thicker walled pipe Commissioner Jeffrey P Carver expressed concerns with financing replacement projects when there is still existing debt on the original system Page6465 July 6 , 2020 – 10 00 am Continued Ms Farmer acknowledged Commissioner Carver’s concerns and noted that a big portion of that debt was recently refinanced and the number of years was reduced The Board briefly discussed continuing to extend water and sewer to the unincorporated parts of the County and if this is something the Board wants to keep doing Commissioner Chad M Stewart stated he agrees with Commissioner Carver in that while he is not in favor of continuing to extend residential sewer , he believes everyone is entitled to clean drinking water Ms Farmer noted that the Department of Utilities , over the course of a year , adds anywhere from 1,500 to 1,800 water services to the County’s system and that is a water supply demand that must be met She stated projects like this are critical to meeting that demand Commissioner Stewart stated he would like to see water extended to areas of the County where there are lifelong residents that would like to have it but it is not currently available Ms Farmer stated the County has a looping lines project coming in Fiscal Year 20 - 21 which could extend water to some of the areas where it is not currently available Commissioner Tony Braswell noted the County is in the water business and projects like this must be considered from time to time to upgrade and maintain the existing customer base Commissioner Patrick E Harris stated as he understands the request , this project is needed because it is addressing an isolated situation and was unexpected at the time of original construction Commissioner Carver stated he is not questioning the need for this project , but he would like to make sure the County is looking at the useful life of assets and financing them for that period of time Upon a motion by Commissioner Chad M Stewart , seconded by Commissioner Larry Wood , and carried unanimously , the Board awarded the McGee’s Crossroads Water District NC 210 Water Main Improvements project to Hall Contracting Corporation in the amount of 4,992,50000 , contingent upon approval by the funding agency NC DEQ DWI ; approved the revised project budget as recommended by staff ; and adopted the amended capital project ordinance and resolution of tentative award as follows CAPITAL PROJECT ORDINANCE FOR THE MCGEES CROSSROADS WATER DISTRICT NC 210 WATER MAIN IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Commissioners the “ Board ” of the County of Johnston , North Carolina the “ County ” , sitting as the governing body of the McGee’s Crossroads Water District the “ District ” , that pursuant to Section 132 of Chapter 159 of the General Statutes of North Carolina , the following capital project ordinance is hereby adopted Section 1 The project authorized is the McGee’s Crossroads Water District NC 210 Water Main Improvements Project the “ Project ” The Project includes replacement of approximately 14,900 linear feet of SDR 21 PVC 12 - inch water main with C - 900 PVC water main along NC 210 , as well as replacement of approximately 18,380 linear feet of existing SDR 21 PVC 12 - inch water main with DIP 20 - inch water main In addition to increasing transmission capacity , the Project will replace an existing water main that has experienced multiple failures The Project is to be financed by a State Water Infrastructure Authority “ SWIA ” State Reserve Project Loan and an appropriation from the Water District Operating Fund “ Fund 69 ” Section 2 The officers of the District are hereby directed to proceed with the capital Project within the terms of the State Reserve Project Loan offer and the budget contained herein Section 3 The following amounts are appropriated for the Project Technical Services 490,000 Easement Preparation and Acquisition 44,325 Construction 4,992,500 Contingency 249,625 Loan Closing 111,720Page7466 July 6 , 2020 – 10 00 am Continued Total 5,888,170 Section 4 The following revenues are anticipated to be available to complete this Project SWIA State Reserve Project Loan 5,586,000 Fund 69 Appropriation 302,170 Total 5,888,170 Section 5 The Director of Finance is hereby directed to maintain within the Capital Project Fund sufficient specific detailed accounting records to satisfy the requirements of the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality and the terms of the State Reserve Project Loan shall be met Section 6 Funds may be advanced from Fund 69 for the purpose of making payments as due Reimbursement requests should be made to the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality in an orderly and timely manner Section 7 The Director of Finance is hereby directed to report annually on the financial status of each Project element in Section 3 and the total revenue received Section 8 Copies of this capital project ordinance shall be furnished to the Clerk to the Board of Commissioners , the Budget Officer and the Director of Finance for direction in carrying out this Project Amended this 6th day of July , 2020 McGEE’S CROSSROADS WATER DISTRCT RESOLUTION OF TENTATIVE AWARD WHEREAS , the McGee’s Crossroad Water District in Johnston County , North Carolina has received bids , pursuant to duly advertisement notice therefore , for construction of the McGee’s Crossroads Water District NC 210 Water Main Improvements project , and WHEREAS , the Johnston County Public Utilities have reviewed the bids ; and WHEREAS , Hall Contracting Corporation of Charlotte , NC was the lowest bidder for the McGee’s Crossroads Water District NC 210 Water Main Improvements project , in the total bid amount of 4,992,50000 , and WHEREAS , the Johnston County Public Utilities recommend TENTATIVE AWARD to the lowest bidder NOW , THERE FORE , BE IT RESOLVED that TENTATIVE AWARD is made to the lowest bidder in the Total Bid Amount of 4,992,50000 BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that such TENTATIVE AWARD be contingent upon the approval of the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality th Adopted this the 6 day of July , 2020 Upon a motion by Commissioner Chad M Stewart , seconded by Commissioner Larry Wood , and carried by unanimous vote , the Board adjourned as the McGee’s Crossroads Water District Board , and regular session was resumed It was the consensus of the Board to move the discussion regarding the Residential Sewer Service Policy Land Development Code Update to after lunch 19 Budget Revisions At the request of Finance Director and Assistant County Manager Chad McLamb , Commissioner Larry Wood moved the Board approve the following budget revisions , seconded by Commissioner Chad M Stewart , and carried by unanimous vote Fiscal Year 2019 - 2020Page8467 July 6 , 2020 – 10 00 am Continued District Tax Funds REQUESTED CHANGE FUND BUDGET CODE LINE ITEM CLASSIFICATION EXPENDITURE INCREASE DECREASE 50 66006010 Archer Lodge Fire District 60,79400 50 66006017 Claytex Fire District 37,29800 50 66006018 Corinth Holder Fire District 24,14300 50 66006020 Elevation Fire District 10,07900 50 66006021 50 - 210 Fire District 37,62400 50 66006024 McLemore Fire District 117,57900 50 66006029 Selma Fire District 3,49200 50 66006033 Thanksgiving Fire District 74,82400 50 66006034 West Johnston Fire District 87500 50 66006035 Wilson’s Mills Fire District 164,16400 TOTAL NET EXPENDITURES 530,87200 REQUESTED CHANGE FUND BUDGET CODE LINE ITEM CLASSIFICATION REVENUE INCREASE DECREASE 50 660031201 Archer Lodge Fire District 60,79400 50 660031208 Claytex Fire District 37,29800 50 660031209 Corinth Holder Fire District 24,14300 50 660031211 Elevation Fire District 10,07900 50 660031212 50 - 210 Fire District 37,62400 50 660031215 McLemore Fire District 117,57900 50 660031220 Selma Fire District 3,49200 50 660031224 Thanksgiving Fire District 74,82400 50 660031225 West Johnston Fire District 87500 50 660031226 Wilson’s Mills Fire District 164,16400 TOTAL NET REVENUE 530,87200 LEO Separation REQUESTED CHANGE FUND BUDGET CODE LINE ITEM CLASSIFICATION EXPENDITURE INCREASE DECREASE 27 51100200 Salaries and Wages 82,67900 27 51100501 Social Security 5,99400 27 51100600 Health Insurance 18,46800 TOTAL NET EXPENDITURES 107,14100 REQUESTED CHANGE FUND BUDGET CODE LINE ITEM CLASSIFICATION REVENUE INCREASE DECREASE 27 511037900 Investment Income 19,99700 27 511033990 Fund Balance Appropriated 87,14400 TOTAL NET REVENUE 107,14100 Sheriff REQUESTED CHANGE FUND BUDGET CODE LINE ITEM CLASSIFICATION EXPENDITURE INCREASE DECREASE 10 51000210 Salaries Overtime 9,91648 10 51001600 M & R Equipment 24375 10 51001700 Vehicles 23,54294 10 51007414 Capital Outlay – Sheriff 15,27674 TOTAL NET EXPENDITURES 48,97991 REQUESTED CHANGE FUND BUDGET CODE LINE ITEM CLASSIFICATION REVENUE INCREASE DECREASE Page9468 July 6 , 2020 – 10 00 am Continued 10 510032106 Controlled Substance Tax 1,62574 10 510032509 Insurance Recovery 10,29372 10 510033099 Miscellaneous Revenue 20,12945 10 510034163 Federal Grant – Equipment 13,65100 10 510035104 Sheriff Fees 3,28000 TOTAL NET REVENUE 48,97991 RTZ REQUESTED CHANGE FUND BUDGET CODE LINE ITEM CLASSIFICATION EXPENDITURE INCREASE DECREASE 61 46109078 Clayton Skills Training Center 48,75500 TOTAL NET EXPENDITURES 48,75500 REQUESTED CHANGE FUND BUDGET CODE LINE ITEM CLASSIFICATION REVENUE INCREASE DECREASE 61 461031100 Ad Valorem Taxes - Current 48,75500 TOTAL NET REVENUE 48,75500 Fiscal Year 2020 - 2021 Finance Public Utilities REQUESTED CHANGE FUND BUDGET CODE LINE ITEM CLASSIFICATION EXPENDITURE INCREASE DECREASE 82 85490406 Technical Services 20,00000 TOTAL NET EXPENDITURES 20,00000 REQUESTED CHANGE FUND BUDGET CODE LINE ITEM CLASSIFICATION REVENUE INCREASE DECREASE 82 854937925 Transfer from Other Funds 20,00000 TOTAL NET REVENUE 20,00000 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 13,02600 TOTAL NET EXPENDITURES 28,02600 REQUESTED CHANGE FUND BUDGET CODE LINE ITEM CLASSIFICATION REVENUE INCREASE DECREASE 10 591034155 State Grant 28,02600 TOTAL NET REVENUE 28,02600 20 Appointments Upon a motion by Commissioner Chad M Stewart , seconded by Commissioner Larry Wood , and carried unanimously , the Board made the following appointments A Juvenile Crime Prevention Council – Reappointed Serreda K Jenkins General Public and appointed Tammi Kornegay General Public and James Purington Member of Business Community for two year terms to expire on June 30 , 2022 B Voluntary Agricultural District Advisory Board – Appointed Ralph Stewart , Jr for a three year term to expire on June 30 , 2023 Page0469 July 6 , 2020 – 10 00 am Continued 21 Delinquent Tax Collection Report Tax Administrator Jocelyn Andrews reported on the collection of delinquent taxes for the month of May 2020 , as follows Enforced Collections May 2020 YTD 19 20 Wage Garnishments 0 277 Bank Attachments 0 266 Levies 0 0 Foreclosures Complaints Filed May 2020 0 Pending 17 Dollars Collected May 2020 0 Sale Date No July sale scheduled at this time Levy Amount and Collections to Date 2019 Real and Personal Levy 2018 Real and Personal Levy As of May 31 , 2020 As of May 31 , 2019 142,415,75606 Levy 117,814,84209 Levy 141,179,80489 Payments 117,550,79283 Payments 1,235,95117 Balance 264,04926 Balance 9913 Collected 9978 Collected - 065 RMV – NCVTS Collections May 2020 May 2019 1,253,52868 1,456,85993 YTD 19 20 - 14,482,17471 YTD 18 19 - 14,000,58880 Ms Andrews briefly updated the Board on the initial year end numbers and noted she would have the annual settlement at the August meeting Ms Andrews commended her staff for their continued hard work and dedication 22 Voting Delegate for the 2020 North Carolina Association of County Commissioners Virtual Conference Business Session It was the unanimous consensus of the Board to designate Chairman Ted G Godwin as the voting delegate and Commissioner Butch Lawter as the alternate voting delegate The Board recessed until 1 00 pm Commissioner Larry Wood left the meeting due to previously scheduled commitments 23 Discussion - Residential Sewer Service Policy Land Development Code Update At the request of the Chairman , Planning Director Braston Newton shared with the Board a summary of the proposed Land Development Code amendments as it relates to minimum residential lot size in the Agricultural Residential District , Water Supply Watershed Overlay WSW , and Environmentally Sensitive Area Overlay ESA He also provided a summary of the proposed Municipal Transition District MTD Zoning Map amendment and related Land Development Code text amendments as follows ? Establish minimum lot size in AR District of 40,000 sf 10 unit acre with well and septic , and 30,000 sf 145 units acre with public water and septic ? Establish minimum lot size of 40,000 sf 10 unit acre in WSW and ESA overlay districts ? Re - establish MTD around communities that were granted 2 mile ETJs in 2007 2008 This would be a one boundary beyond their respective ETJs ? Allow for residential development on public water and septic within the MTD at a density of 20 units acre with no minimum lot size , and 40 units acre with public water and sewer with a minimum lotPage1470 Ju