September 8, 2020 - 10:00 AM - County Board of Commissioners Meeting Minutes

10 523 Meeting of the Johnston County Board of Commissioners September 8 , 2020 10 00 am The Johnston County Board of Commissioners met in regular session Tuesday , September 8 , 2020 at 10 00 am in the Auditorium of the Johnston County Agricultural Center located at 2736 NC Highway 210 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 , and Patrick E Harris Commissioner RS “ Butch ” Lawter , Jr participated remotely via conference call 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 , County Attorney Jennifer J Slusser , and Paralegal Deputy Clerk to the Board Dana Cuddington Chairman Ted G Godwin called the meeting to order at 10 00 am Commissioner Patrick E Harris opened the meeting with a prayer Commissioner Chad M Stewart led everyone in the Pledge of Allegiance to the American Flag The Chairman announced that Commissioner Butch Lawter would be participating remotely via conference call 1 Approval Discussion of Agenda Upon a motion by Commissioner Jeffrey P Carver , seconded by Commissioner Tony Braswell , 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 Larry Wood , and carried by unanimous vote , the Board approved the consent agenda items as follows A Approval of Minutes – August 3 , 2020 – 10 00 am and 6 00 pm 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 Arrow Lane – Archers Crossing – O’Neals Township Merritt Drive , S Lumina Lane , and N Lumina Lane – Merifield Subdivision – Wilders Township Nashville Drive Ext SR 3286 and Swindell Drive – Heritage – Phase 4 – Wilders Township Summerwind Plantation Drive and Horizon Trail SR 3362 ext – The Harvest at Summerwind Plantation – Cleveland Township C Proclamation – Child Passenger Safety Week and National Seat Check Saturday , adopted as follows CHILD PASSENGER SAFETY WEEK 2020 PROCLAMATION WHEREAS , Every day in America , millions of parents and caregivers travel to work , school , and after - school activities with their children While many of those children are riding in correctly installed car seats for their ages and sizes , most are not On average , two children under 13 were killed , and an estimated 377 were injured every day in 2018 while riding in cars , SUVs , pickups , and vans While the fatality numbers are significantly lower than they were in 2017 — a 7 decrease in fatalities , there is still more work to be done to keep all children safe on America’s roadways ; andPage524 September 8 , 2020 – 10 00 am Continued WHEREAS , Today all 50 states , the District of Columbia , and all US territories require the use of car seats for children traveling in motor vehicles In 2018 , of the 634 children 12 and younger who were killed while riding in passenger vehicles , approximately one in three were not in a car seat , booster seat , or wearing a seat belt While fatalities decreased from 2017 to 2018 , it is imperative that we work together toward eliminating these preventable deaths and injuries ; and WHEREAS , That is why Johnston County is committed to educating parents and caregivers about the best ways to keep kids safe while traveling in cars , no matter how short or long the trip We know that the list of things that parents do out of love for their children is long Adding car seat safety to that list is essential to a child’s well - being During Child Passenger Safety Week , car seat safety checks will be held across the country We encourage all parents and caregivers to take advantage of this free service to make sure their children are in the right car seats for their ages and sizes , and that the seats are installed correctly To locate an inspection station in your area , and to get more information about child passenger safety , visit wwwbuckleupncorg NOW THEREFORE , We , the Johnston County Board of Commissioners , do hereby proclaim September 20 - 26 , 2020 , as “ Child Passenger Safety Week , ” and September 26 as “ National Seat Check Saturday ” in Johnston County We urge everyone to help reduce injuries and the tragic loss of life by buckling up their children and themselves correctly every trip , every time th Adopted this the 8 day of September , 2020 D Animal Cruelty Officers Reappointment Request The Board reappointed Roger Davis and Chad Massengill as the Animal Cruelty Officers to serve Johnston County for one year terms E Sheriff’s Office – Request to Surplus Vehicle Per the request of Sheriff Steve Bizzell , the Board declared the following vehicle surplus that was involved in an accident and deemed a total loss by the insurance company 2018 Dodge Charger VIN # 2C3CDXAT0JH210747 County Asset # 013595 F Town of Wilson’s Mills – Request to Reappoint Wilson’s Mills Planning Board Members Per the request of the Wilson’s Mills Town Council , the Board reappointed the following two individuals to the Town of Wilson’s Mills Planning Board representing the ETJ area of the Town with terms to expire on June 30 , 2023 Marvin H Dodd , 891 Gordon Road , Clayton Benjamin Parrish , Jr , 3467 Wilson’s Mills Road , Smithfield G Tax Releases & Refunds – 07 15 2020 – 08 15 2020 Motor Vehicle Release Refund Report Year Bill # Acct # Name Tran Type Paid 2019 2007 - 649073 2005 - 671632 West , Erika Wyman Overpayment 11042 Real Personal Property Releases TRANS DATE TIME USER YR BILL # ACCT # TAXPAYER NAME AMOUNT 8 5 2020 12 53 40 PM dwoodward2 2020 - 118464 2000081079 POOLE , IVEY YATES 2,34542 8 5 2020 12 56 07 PM dwoodward2 2020 - 28593 2000208465 DRAKE , KRISTEN MARIE 79371 8 5 2020 12 58 28 PM dwoodward2 2020 - 31929 2000181009 EVELYN CANNIZZARO 2014 TRUST 1,74508 8 5 2020 1 03 20 PM dwoodward2 2020 - 112928 2000217513 REED , ABRAHAM 2,23134 8 5 2020 1 05 36 PM dwoodward2 2020 - 22967 2000188442 CRAPS , STACEY ALLEN 2,60024 8 5 2020 1 08 37 PM dwoodward2 2020 - 14165 2000191227 BRUNSON , MARCHALL 3,31385 8 5 2020 1 11 24 PM dwoodward2 2020 - 37464 2000105028 GOODMOND , DONNA SUZETTE 1,72122 8 5 2020 1 15 26 PM dwoodward2 2020 - 15044 2000148036 BUTLER , CHARLES A 1,84191 8 5 2020 1 17 09 PM dwoodward2 2020 - 8600 2000215539 BEASLEY , CLIFTON WILSON LIFE 89159 ESTATE 8 6 2020 10 31 17 AM dwoodward2 2020 - 116385 2000075769 HALES , JEFFREY B 25680Page525 September 8 , 2020 – 10 00 am Continued 8 7 2020 8 49 03 AM dwoodward2 2020 - 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2390 2000198222 ALLEN , LINDA LEE 11622 8 1 2020 12 00 00 AM Jodee 2020 - 114154 2000214050 CANNON , LAREN JAY 14695 Langdon 8 1 2020 12 00 00 AM ajsoutherland 2020 - 19908 2000184260 CLACK , ALVIS STIRLING III 11549 8 1 2020 12 00 00 AM tcronan 2020 - 28394 2000102570 DEVSHYAM CORPORATION 34425 8 1 2020 12 00 00 AM Jodee 2020 - 36597 2000194574 GAVIN , WENDY LYDIA 33568 Langdon 8 1 2020 12 00 00 AM Jodee 2020 - 115520 2000219844 REGISTER , DONNA DAVIS 10008 Langdon 8 1 2020 12 00 00 AM ajsoutherland 2020 - 82212 2000201485 RICHARDSON , THOMAS RUFFIN 10000 LIFE ESTATE 8 1 2020 12 00 00 AM Jodee 2020 - 88962 2000128881 SMITH , MICHAEL TYRON 12634 Langdon 8 1 2020 12 01 00 AM jmorrow 2020 - 57209 2000107788 LEE , ANNIE J LIFE ESTATE 15935 8 1 2020 12 02 00 AM Jodee 2020 - 57209 2000107788 LEE , ANNIE J LIFE ESTATE 25435 LangdonPage526 September 8 , 2020 – 10 00 am Continued 8 1 2020 12 02 00 AM jmorrow 2020 - 88232 2000226819 SIMMONS , ALEXANDER L 13198 8 1 2020 12 03 00 AM tcronan 2020 - 57209 2000107788 LEE , ANNIE J LIFE ESTATE 12700 8 1 2020 12 04 00 AM ajsoutherland 2020 - 57209 2000107788 LEE , ANNIE J LIFE ESTATE 25434 8 1 2020 12 05 00 AM jevans 2020 - 57209 2000107788 LEE , ANNIE J LIFE ESTATE 25434 8 1 2020 12 06 00 AM awestbrook 2020 - 57209 2000107788 LEE , ANNIE J LIFE ESTATE 25434 8 1 2020 12 06 00 AM jmorrow 2020 - 74997 2000198340 PEARCE , SHIRLEY JEAN LIFE 33342 ESTATE 8 1 2020 12 07 00 AM awestbrook 2020 - 57209 2000107788 LEE , ANNIE J LIFE ESTATE 25434 8 1 2020 12 08 00 AM ajsoutherland 2020 - 57209 2000107788 LEE , ANNIE J LIFE ESTATE 25434 8 3 2020 3 09 17 PM awestbrook 2020 - 4559 2000109773 AUGE , DAVID D 20348 8 3 2020 4 18 55 PM awestbrook 2019 - 4057 2000125267 ARTIS , DEITRA 49247 8 5 2020 11 10 38 AM tcronan 2020 - 117460 2000213648 RSB HOME BUILDER , INC 1,73722 8 5 2020 2 41 42 PM tcronan 2020 - 115675 2000214636 CLAYTON PROPERTIES GROUP , 3,20930 INC 8 6 2020 11 46 02 AM ajsoutherland 2020 - 59386 2000214984 ZINGARO , ROBERTO 35573 8 6 2020 4 29 00 PM ajsoutherland 2020 - 62733 2000200653 MASSEY , BRANDON GRANT 15973 8 7 2020 2 56 16 PM ajsoutherland 2020 - 36436 2000178685 GIRGIS , ALBERT 17521 8 10 2020 2 22 00 PM tcronan 2020 - 115711 2000214636 CLAYTON PROPERTIES GROUP , 52930 INC 8 10 2020 4 19 35 PM LOCKBOX 2019 - 38750 2000069551 GRISSOM , MAURICE W LIFE 2,00719 ESTATE 8 12 2020 10 03 22 AM Jodee 2020 - 113704 2000213427 LASSITER , BRYAN SCOTT 28000 Langdon 8 12 2020 12 07 39 PM Jodee 2020 - 35005 2000186577 FOWLER , MARY THARRINGTON 25807 Langdon 8 12 2020 12 13 20 PM Jodee 2020 - 103607 2000170683 WILKINS , RONALD WAYNE JR 2,34308 Langdon 8 12 2020 2 43 51 PM LOCKBOX 2020 - 104448 2000156832 WILLIAMS , SAMUEL KENT 30896 8 13 2020 2 47 48 PM LOCKBOX 2020 - 3115 2000193343 ANDERSON , CHARLES EDWARD 20000 8 13 2020 2 47 48 PM LOCKBOX 2020 - 14498 2000092047 BUFFKIN , EDDY 50000 8 13 2020 2 47 48 PM LOCKBOX 2020 - 64215 2000161501 MCKEEL , MELANIE LANGSTON 20914 8 13 2020 2 47 48 PM LOCKBOX 2020 - 117460 2000213648 RSB HOME BUILDER , INC 27950 8 13 2020 2 47 48 PM LOCKBOX 2020 - 89132 2000172419 SMITH , STEVE DOUGLAS 13051 8 14 2020 12 49 23 PM jmorrow 2020 - 18199 2000116615 CARGILL , JOHN G 25057 8 14 2020 2 10 46 PM jmorrow 2020 - 105141 2000188744 WILLIAMS , RYAN 27869 North Carolina Vehicle Tax System - Pending Refund Report – July 2020 100 + Payee Name Bill # Transaction Refund Total Change # Reason BATTEN , 0054845024 257566512 Situs error 000 TERESA COX 8869 1245 2956 10580 MINUS , 0055493829 129315526 Military 11433 KIRSTEN 8424 TAYLOR 19857 THIGPEN , 0054654310 128257570 Adjustment 31601 LARRY 3742 THOMAS 35343 VANVYNCKT , 0053600547 129174512 Military 22038 AARON 1450 ANTHONY 23488 VANVYNCKT , 0054321292 129174510 Military 19613 AARON 1290 ANTHONY 20903PagePage pageNumber5527 September 8 , 2020 – 10 00 am Continued August 25 , 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 7 15 20 to 8 15 20 Tax refunds - Personal Real Property 84915 Tax releases - Personal Real Property 84362 Recommended by Tax Administrator Jocelyn Andrews Approved by Finance Director J Chad McLamb 3 COVID - 19 Updates Health Director Dr Marilyn Pearson expressed her appreciation for the staff at the Health Department stating they continue to respond to the COVID - 19 pandemic seven days a week trying to keep the citizens safe and healthy Dr Pearson also thanked the Johnston County Sheriff’s Office , Emergency Services , Human Resources , County Attorney Jennifer Slusser , and all others that have been supporting the Health Department throughout the pandemic Dr Pearson reported as of September 7 , 2020 , Johnston County had 4,089 positive cases of COVID - 19 She noted there have been 52 deaths and currently 31 citizens are hospitalized Dr Pearson stated they have seen an increase in the number of hospitalizations over the last month She stated over 3,500 cases are presumed recovered at this point Dr Pearson reported testing continues across the County and she urged citizens to continue practicing frequent handwashing and social distancing The Board took a 3 minute recess for staff to address audio visual technical difficulties Emergency Services Director Kevin Hubbard reported the Emergency Services Department continues their support of the Health Department during the pandemic He stated the EMS Division is averaging six COVID - 19 calls a day and they are doing a great job utilizing the Personal Protective Equipment PPE and taking care of the citizens Mr Hubbard stated the PPE supplies are currently stable Mr Hubbard stated staff continues to monitor the weather and noted there are a few tropical depressions they are tracking Mr Hubbard thanked the Board and County Manager Rick Hester for their support to the Emergency Services Department Mr Hubbard also took a moment to thank all the firefighters and first responders in the County and he asked everyone to keep the Clayton Fire Department in their thoughts as their membership is dealing with an outbreak of COVID - 19 4 Public Comments A Comments from Citizen David Johnson David Johnson , 125 Cypress Pointe , Smithfield , stated he owns a business property located at 1621 S Brightleaf Boulevard in Smithfield Mr Johnson informed the Board that the property was flooded in 2016 by Hurricane Matthew and he expressed concerns that nothing has been done to address the issues since that time Mr Johnson reported the building was flooded again just last week from a heavy rain and he is concerned there will be even more flooding events with the hurricane season Mr Johnson stated he was informed that there is a culvert underneath the CSX railroad that seems to be contributing to the problem Mr Johnson spoke on the difficulties of working with the railroad and he asked for assistance on how to remedy the situation Mr Johnson stated he feels he has no recourse and needs someone to act on his behalf to fix the problem The Board discussed the situation with Mr Johnson At the inquiry of Commissioner Chad M Stewart , County Manager Rick Hester stated he believes the Town of Smithfield has also contacted CSX at some point and perhaps a letter from the Board of Commissioners to CSX about the situation would be appropriate It was the consensus of the Board to send a letter to CSX regarding the issue B Comments from Board of Education Candidate Rick Mercier Rick Mercier , 193 Fireweed Place , Clayton , introduced himself to the Board and the audience and stated he is a candidate for the Board of Education Mr Mercier provided everyone with a background on his work and experience and explained why he is running for the Board of Education Mr Mercier spoke on his thoughts regarding educational capital needs and per pupil expenditures 5 Emergency Services – Resolution for Firefighters Week in Johnston County Johnston County Fire Marshal Adam Stanley presented a resolution to the Board and requested its adoption declaring the week of September 6 - 12 , 2020 as Firefighters Week in Johnston County Mr StanleyPagePage pageNumber6528 September 8 , 2020 – 10 00 am Continued recognized Thanksgiving Fire Department Chief Paul Zias representing the Fire Chiefs Association and Cleveland Fire Department Chief Chris Ellington representing the Firefighters Association who joined him in presenting the proclamation Mr Stanley thanked all firefighters as well as all first responders , 911 telecommunicators , and law enforcement officers in the County for all they do every day , stating the past week was especially difficult given the tragic events that occurred in Four Oaks during the heavy rain storm Commissioner Chad M Stewart stated he was on the scene in Four Oaks last week and sadly , while that event did not end the way everyone had hoped it would , he was personally able to witness the efforts put forth by all those that responded Commissioner Stewart spoke on how those that responded literally put their lives on the line that evening and throughout the emotional event , they acted professionally and never hesitated to put their own lives in danger Commissioner Patrick E Harris stated he could speak from personal experience having spent his career in that field , and everyday those first responders put their lives in danger every single time they leave the station Commissioner Harris spoke on how a routine call for assistance can turn into a life - threatening situation in a matter of minutes Commissioner Harris stated Johnston County is fortunate to have a tremendously talented team consisting of 911 telecommunicators , first responders , firefighters , EMS personnel , law enforcement officers , and emergency management personnel Commissioner Butch Lawter expressed his appreciation for the firefighters and first responders , noting that they are a true family and he has been able to witness that relationship recently with all the support shown to the Clayton Fire Department as they deal with a COVID - 19 outbreak Commissioner Lawter stated the event last week in Four Oaks once again shows the sacrifices that they make every day to save lives Commissioner Lawter also thanked the 911 telecommunicators , EMS personnel , and law enforcement officers for what they do and their families for allowing them to serve others Commissioner Butch Lawter moved the Board adopt the resolution declaring the week of September 6 - 12 , 2020 as Firefighters Week in Johnston County Commissioner Chad M Stewart seconded the motion which carried by unanimous vote RESOLUTION PROCLAIMING FIREFIGHTERS WEEK IN JOHNSTON COUNTY Whereas , fighting fires is one of the most hazardous professions requiring physical strength , stamina , extensive training , courage , and selfless concern for the welfare of others ; and Whereas , firefighters provide valuable services to the citizens of Johnston County , their communities , and the County ; and Whereas , firefighters make sacrifices to protect the lives and financial interests of the citizens of Johnston County ; and Whereas , firefighters respond to emergencies without hesitation when the call of duty arises ; and Whereas , firefighters work with public safety officials and law enforcement officers to protect the integrity of crime scenes , which is necessary to resolve arson cases ; and Whereas , firefighters reside in the community in which they serve and have a great appreciation for protecting their communities ; and Whereas , it is appropriate to recognize the duties and services that firefighters perform by observing Firefighters Week in Johnston County Now Therefore Be It Resolved by the Johnston County Board of Commissioners that all firefighters deserve to be honored for the invaluable service they provide to the County , its citizens , and communities The Board of Commissioners encourages the citizens of Johnston County to observe the week of September 6 - 12 , 2020 as Firefighters Week in Johnston County th Adopted this the 8 day of September 2020 PagePage pageNumber7529 September 8 , 2020 – 10 00 am Continued 6 Sheriff’s Office – 2020 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 2020 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Grant Funds in the amount of 14,18800 Mr Hester stated the grant funds will be used to purchase protective rain gear to be used by uniformed deputy sheriffs 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 Tony Braswell moved to accept the memorandum of official notification below as part of the minutes and approve the grant Commissioner Patrick E Harris seconded the motion which carried by unanimous vote 7 Public Library of Johnston County & Smithfield – Update to the Board Library Director Renita Barksdale addressed the Board and presented an update on the recent activities at the Library Ms Barksdale thanked the Board for their support to the Library and reviewed the following information with the Commissioners PagePage pageNumber8530 September 8 , 2020 – 10 00 am ContinuedPagePage pageNumber9531 September 8 , 2020 – 10 00 am ContinuedPage0532 September 8 , 2020 – 10 00 am Continued Chairman Ted G Godwin thanked Ms Barksdale for the update and expressed the Board’s appreciation for the Library and the Library Board of Trustees 8 Human Resources Department – Adoption of Johnston County Telework Policy Human Resources Director Lu Hickey presented a draft telework policy and agreement for the Board’s consideration Ms Hickey stated the policy and agreement would formalize the telework arrangement that the County has had in place since COVID - 19 began in March Ms Hickey stated going forward even after the COVID - 19 pandemic is over , staff hopes to continue utilizing teleworking in an effort to help with office space needs Ms Hickey stated in speaking with the various departments , Human Resources became aware of the many benefits that teleworking offers Ms Hickey reviewed points within the policy with the Board and offered to answer any questions Commissioner Jeffrey P Carver asked how workers compensation claims and data security would be addressed Commissioner Carver also asked about the long - term goal of teleworking Ms Hickey stated safety in the work area would be the same at the employee’s home as it is in the office She explained that employees are required to keep their workstations at home clear and free of obstacles Ms Hickey stated in the event of a workers comp claim , Human Resources would ask for photographs of thePage1533 September 8 , 2020 – 10 00 am Continued workstation or visit the location and take photographs She stated any injuries would have to be directly related to work Ms Hickey stated with regards to data security , Technology Services will begin utilizing two factor authentications and the employee will be responsible for securing the data from their home Ms Hickey stated the long - term goal is to continue teleworking where it is feasible to do so and at the discretion of the departments At the inquiry of Commissioner Chad M Stewart , Ms Hickey acknowledged that there are some positions that deal mainly with the public and it may not be realistic to continue teleworking in those situations or at least not all the time Ms Hickey reiterated that teleworking would be at the department’s discretion along with the County as a whole to determine the feasibility Chairman Ted G Godwin noted there are some departments that are not able to telework , such as the 911 - telecommunicators and law enforcement He asked Ms Hickey if she anticipates morale problems in those situations where employees do not have the opportunity to telework Ms Hickey stated anytime a new policy is put into place where not everyone will be eligible , there is always the risk that it can cause morale problems Ms Hickey explained that in this instance , most of the employees already know who can and cannot telework because those positions were identified early on during the COVID - 19 pandemic Ms Hickey noted that even in most of those situations there is some associated paperwork and those employees could have the opportunity to telework half a day every so often , again at the department’s discretion Commissioner Carver asked about the associated expenses with teleworking Ms Hickey stated the computers have already been ordered and were paid for with CARES Act funds She stated software would tie back into the employee’s desktop at the County Ms Hickey stated employees must be able to provide internet access themselves from their homes Upon a motion by Commissioner Chad M Stewart , seconded by Commissioner Patrick E Harris , and carried unanimously , the Board adopted the following telework policy and agreement Johnston County Telework Policy Effective Date Upon Board Approval Policy Overview Johnston County’s telework program is designed as a work alternative that may be offered to some employees when there is a benefit to both the County and the employee A telework arrangement allows an employee to perform work , during any part of regular , paid hours , at an approved alternative worksite eg home or telework center Telework is not a benefit or entitlement , but an alternative work arrangement intended to enhance productivity , creativity , employee satisfaction , reduce operational costs or other reasons as deemed necessary by the County Johnston County will place precedence in the needs of the County and the ability to serve internal and external customers when considering the decision to allow telework Telework alternatives will be available for some positions , due to the nature of their duties and responsibilities , whereas others will not Standard operating hours are Monday – Friday from 8 AM – 5 PM , when an agency is open to the public Unless otherwise arranged with Department Head and communicated to the Human Resources Director , employees are expected to be available and working during this time Telework does not change the basic terms and conditions of employment with the County and employees are subject to all County policies that apply when working at a County facility This telework policy and its accompanying guidelines provide a general framework for teleworkers in County departments ; it does not attempt to address the special conditions and needs of all employees With the approval of the Department Director , Human Resources Director and County Manager , eligible employees may be permitted and or required to perform work functions from locations other than their normal office location Organizational Rules Employee EligibilityPage2534 September 8 , 2020 – 10 00 am Continued Employee eligibility for telework will be based on all of the following ? The nature of position is one where the expectations can be clearly defined and work performance can be effectively evaluated regardless of where it is performed ? The nature of the position is analyzed by the department and is recommended as suitable by the Human Resources Director for approval by the County Manager as a telework arrangement ? The alternate work site is conducive to telework as determined by the requesting department and the Human Resources Department ? The employee’s past performance and work habits demonstrate that they can work successfully at an alternate work site ? The telework arrangement does not disrupt service to the public or internal customers ? The position can function independently and the supervisor can adequately assess the work performance in a telework arrangement ? Non - exempt positions will not create additional overtime liability with the telework arrangement Implementation General Requirements ? Offering the opportunity to work at home is a management option ; telework is not a universal employee benefit The employee , supervisor , department director or county manager may terminate telework at any time and for any reason ? The teleworkers conditions of employment with the County remain the same as for non - telework employees and employees are subject to the same policies that apply when working at a County facility ? Employee salary , benefits and employer - sponsored insurance coverage will not change as a result of telework ? Outside employment and personal business is prohibited during regularly scheduled work hours Employees shall refer to the Johnston County Personnel Policy , Article V Conditions of Employment , Section 4 for additional information ? Telework is not a substitute for dependent care When necessary , teleworkers must make arrangements for dependent care during the agreed upon work hours and may be asked to provide proof of appropriate dependent care arrangements ? Any change to the schedule must be reviewed and approved in advance by the Department Director and must be communicated to the Human Resources Department ? Teleworkers are prohibited from conducting face - to - face County business from their personal home ? The telework employee has the responsibility for accounting , accurately documenting , and reporting time worked to the supervisor ? An employee required to attend staff or other meetings must attend even though it may require an employee to report to a County or offsite facility ? More specific conditions relating to the employees telework arrangements are detailed in the Telework Agreement which must be completed by the employee and his supervisor and approved by the Department Director and the County Manager Home Office Requirements ? The employees home work - space is an extension of the agencies work - space , County liability for job - related accidents under Worker’s Compensation will continue to exist during the approved work schedule and in the employees designated work location To ensure that safe working conditions exist , the employee assumes responsibility for maintaining a safe workplace and safe work behavior during work hours The employee must certify that his home work space will meet or exceed County standards for telework offices The County reserves the right to inspect the home work space during work hours to ensure required conditions are met ? Teleworker must protect the security and integrity of data , information , paper files , and access to departmental computer systems as normal ? Restricted - access materials shall not be taken out of the office or accessed through the computer unless approved in advance by the teleworker’s manager Teleworkers shall ensure the security of any County related materials approved to be taken out of the office Some materials , as determined by the County Attorney , are prohibited from being removed from governmental offices ; teleworkers who need to access these materials will be required to come to the County departmental location to access them Page3535 September 8 , 2020 – 10 00 am Continued ? Office supplies for use in the telework workspace will be provided by the County through normal channels and should be obtained during the teleworkers in - office work period ? Basic level equipment such as a computer , printer , and software may be provided to the employee Provision of Internet access and basic level equipment will generally be provided by the employee and will be determined in writing as a part of the Telework Agreement ? County equipment if any that is placed in the employee’s home office is to be used for County business only All equipment distributed for telework remains the property of the County The employee is required to return all County owned telework equipment and related material when the telework arrangement is discontinued Information Services Requirements ? To ensure hardware and software security , all software used for telework must be approved by and or through Technology Services before installation Networking can only be established using compatible hardware and software Only approved communication sources may be accessed using County equipment ? Troubleshooting basic equipment software problems are the responsibility of the teleworker ? Equipment , software , or files that are stolen must be reported immediately to the Supervisor ? Unless otherwise agreed to in writing prior to any loss , damage or wear , Johnston County does not assume liability for loss , damage or wear of employee - owned equipment It is not possible to identify all of the situations that may arise from a specific telework relationship As such , issues will be addressed on a case by case basis and may not be binding to other arrangements Procedures ? The Department Director will assess the nature of the position and determine the compatibility of the position and the employee’s past performance to determine suitability for telework in accordance with the requirements of this policy ? If , after completing an assessment , the Department Director is prepared to recommend a telework arrangement , they will complete the Telework Agreement form ? The Department Director will submit the Telework Agreement to the Human Resources Director for approval or if needed , to the Deputy County Manager Finance Director or the County Manager for approval Termination of Telework Arrangement Johnston County may terminate the telework agreement at its discretion Termination of the agreement by management is not grievable under the Johnston County Personnel Policy Johnston County Telework Agreement 1 By signing this agreement , the employee confirms that they have reviewed , understand , and agree to abide by its terms and the policies of the County and department , which include but are not limited to those for ? work hours , accessibility and job performance ? safety and ergonomics ? work related injuries ? confidentiality of information and data ? intellectual property ? revocability of the agreement 2 Terms of Work Hours and Compensation Work hours , compensation and leave scheduling while teleworking must conform to applicable personnel policies The employee’s supervisor must approve overtime or the use of accrued leave in the same manner as when they worked at the County worksite Telework hours should follow the core business hours of the County and or the department 3 Commitment & Reversibility This telework arrangement will end upon notification by the employer Continuation of the agreement is subject to review for the business and productivity effectiveness of the arrangement and may be revoked at the discretion of the supervisor , department head , or County Manager at any time Page4536 September 8 , 2020 – 10 00 am Continued 4 Telework Assignment , Accountability and Performance Measurement The employee agrees to stay current on department and work group events and to facilitate communication with customers and co - workers who may need to interact with them while teleworking The employee also agrees to keep the supervisor or department head informed of progress on assignments worked on at the alternate worksite and any problems encountered while teleworking The employee agrees to structure his or her time to ensure attendance at required meetings as designated by the supervisor or department head 5 Equipment and Supplies The employee agrees to protect County owned resources from theft , damage , or misuse This includes maintaining data security and record confidentiality to the same standard as when working onsite If internet for the teleworker is down at the alternate worksite or a connection is not available , the user must address downtime with their supervisor or department head or come into the office during business hours for IT assistance 9 Solid Waste Services – Request to Purchase New Excavator Director of Solid Waste Services Rick Proctor requested approval to purchase a new Volvo EC250EL Hydraulic Excavator from Ascendum Machinery of Greenville , NC through Sourcewell Contract # 032515 - VCE Mr Proctor stated the total cost of the equipment is 214,355 and will be used by Solid Waste Services at the landfill He stated funding for the equipment was allocated in the Fiscal Year 2020 - 2021 budget and he offered to answer any questions Upon a motion by Commissioner Tony Braswell , seconded by Commissioner Patrick E Harris , and carried unanimously , the Board approved the purchase of a new Volvo EC250EL Hydraulic Excavator from Ascendum Machinery of Greenville , NC through Sourcewell Contract # 032515 - VCE at a total cost of 214,355 10 Public Utilities – McGee’s Crossroads Sewer Upgrade Revised Loan Offer Utilities Director Chandra Farmer , PE , reported Johnston County has received the revised loan offer from the NCDEQ Division of Water Infrastructure DWI for the proposed McGee’s Crossroads Sewer Upgrade project Ms Farmer stated the Board accepted the original loan offer on November 5 , 2018 and awarded the project for construction and adopted an updated project budget on June 15 , 2020 in anticipation of the revised loan offer Ms Farmer explained that the project includes approximately 21,000 LF of 8 ” force main , a 1,250 gpm 150 hp wastewater pump station , approximately 7,100 LF of 16 ” force main , and approximately 8,400 LF of 27 ” gravity sewer main She stated the revised loan offer for 8,346,000 is based on an interest rate of 104 for 20 years while the original loan offer was based on 184 interest rate for 20 years Ms Farmer requested the Board’s adoption of the loan acceptance resolution Upon a motion by Commissioner Jeffrey P Carver , seconded by Commissioner Chad M Stewart , and carried unanimously , the Board adopted the following resolution accepting the revised loan offer RESOLUTION BY GOVERNING BODY OF APPLICANT WHEREAS , the North Carolina Clean Water Revolving Loan and Grant Act of 1987 has authorized the making of loans and grants to aid eligible units of government in financing the cost of construction of wastewater treatment works , wastewater collections systems , and water supply systems , water conservation projects , and WHEREAS , the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality has offered a State Revolving Loan in the amount of 8,346,000 for the construction of the McGees Crossroads Sewer Upgrade project , and WHEREAS , the County of Johnston intends to construct said project in accordance with the approved plans and specifications , NOW , THEREFORE , BE IT RESOLVED BY THE JOHNSTON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS That the County of Johnston does hereby accept the State Revolving Loan offer of 8,346,000 That the County of Johnston does hereby give assurance to the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality that all items specified in the loan offer , Section II – Assurances will be adhered to That Rick J Hester , County Manager , and successors so titled , is hereby authorized and directed to furnish such information as the appropriate State agency may request in connection with such application or the project ; to make the assurances as contained above ; and to execute such other documents as may be required in connection with the application Page5537 September 8 , 2020 – 10 00 am Continued That the County of Johnston has substantially complied or will substantially comply with all Federal , State and local laws , rules , regulations , and ordinances applicable to the project and to Federal and State grants and loans pertaining thereto th Adopted this the 8 day of September 2020 , at Smithfield , North Carolina 11 Register of Deeds – Refund of Excise Tax County Attorney Jennifer Slusser reported she has reviewed a request for refund of overpayment of revenue stamps Pursuant to NCGS § 105 - 22837 , requests must be made within six 6 months after the date the tax was paid and must explain why the taxpayer believes a refund is due Ms Slusser stated Betsy Gold with Moore & Alphin , presented a request for refund of 13700 A General Warranty Deed was recorded in Johnston County where an incorrect amount of revenue stamps was paid The correct amount for the revenue stamps should have been 13700 Ms Slusser stated as a result of this error , Moore & Alphin’s recording account was charged 27400 for this property She stated the request meets the statutory requirements for refund and she recommends approval of the refund in the amount of 13700 Upon a motion by Commissioner Larry Wood , seconded by Commissioner Patrick E Harris , and carried unanimously , the Board approved the refund request in the amount of 13700 to Moore & Alphin 12 Finance – Resolution Declaring Official Intent to Reimburse Expenditures for Public Safety Center – Phase 2 The Chairman introduced the following resolution , a summary of which had been provided to each Commissioner , a copy of which was available with the Clerk to the Board and which was read by title RESOLUTION DECLARING OFFICIAL INTENT TO REIMBURSE EXPENDITURES WITH PROCEEDS OF DEBT PURSUANT TO UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF TREASURY REGULATIONS BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Commissioners of Johnston County Section 1 The Board hereby finds , determines and declares as follows a Treasury Regulations Section 1150 - 2 the “ Regulations ” , promulgated by the United States Department of Treasury on June 18 , 1993 , prescribes certain specific procedures applicable to certain obligations issued by the County after June 30 , 1993 , including , without limitation , a requirement that the County timely declare its official intent to reimburse certain expenditures with the proceeds of debt to be issued thereafter by the County b The County has advanced and or will advance its own funds to pay certain capital costs the “ Original Expenditures ” associated with the County’s i acquisition , construction and equipping of one or more new buildings to be used as public safety facilities for Johnston County , including acquisition of necessary land and rights - of - way , ii any related improvements and iii any “ preliminary expenditures ” related to the foregoing architectural , engineering , surveying , soil testing , reimbursement bond issuance and similar costs that are incurred prior to commencement of acquisition or construction , but excluding land acquisition , site preparation and similar costs incident to commencement of construction the “ Public Safety Center – Phase 2 Project ” c The funds heretofore advanced or to be advanced by the County to pay the Original Expenditures are or will be available only on a temporary basis , and do not consist of funds that were otherwise earmarked or intended to be used by the County to permanently finance the Original Expenditures d As of the date hereof , the County reasonably expects that it will reimburse itself for such Original Expenditures with the proceeds of debt to be incurred by the County , and the maximum principal amount of debt to be incurred with respect to the Public Safety Center - Phase 2 Project is expected to be 18,000,000 e All Original Expenditures to be reimbursed by the County were paid no more than 60 days prior to , or will be paid on or after the date of , this declaration of official intent The County understands that such reimbursement must occur not later than 18 months after the later of i the date the Original Expenditure was paid ; or ii the date the Public Safety Center - Phase 2 Project is placed in service or abandoned , but in no event more than 3 years after the Original Expenditure was paid Section 2 This resolution shall take effect upon its passage Page6538 September 8 , 2020 – 10 00 am Continued Upon motion of Commissioner Jeffrey P Carver , seconded by Commissioner Tony Braswell , the foregoing resolution entitled “ RESOLUTION DECLARING OFFICIAL INTENT TO REIMBURSE EXPENDITURES WITH PROCEEDS OF DEBT PURSUANT TO UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF TREASURY REGULATIONS ” was passed by the following vote Ayes Commissioners Ted G Godwin , Chad M Stewart , Jeffrey P Carver , Larry Wood , Tony Braswell , Patrick E Harris , and Butch Lawter Noes None 13 Finance – Resolution Declaring Official Intent to Reimburse Expenditures for Water and Sewer Projects The Chairman introduced the following resolution , a summary of which had been provided to each Commissioner , a copy of which was available with the Clerk to the Board and which was read by title RESOLUTION DECLARING OFFICIAL INTENT TO REIMBURSE EXPENDITURES WITH PROCEEDS OF DEBT PURSUANT TO UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF TREASURY REGULATIONS BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Commissioners of Johnston County Section 1 The Board hereby finds , determines and declares as follows a Treasury Regulations Section 1150 - 2 the “ Regulations ” , promulgated by the United States Department of Treasury on June 18 , 1993 , prescribes certain specific procedures applicable to certain obligations issued by the County after June 30 , 1993 , including , without limitation , a requirement that the County timely declare its official intent to reimburse certain expenditures with the proceeds of debt to be issued thereafter by the County b The County has advanced and or will advance its own funds to pay certain capital costs the “ Original Expenditures ” associated with the County’s i acquisition , construction and equipping of various capital improvements to the County’s existing Combined Enterprise System including , without limitation , A the design and construction of a new 40 MGD 210 Wastewater Treatment Plant , B the design and construction of improvements to the existing Timothy G Broome Water Treatment Plant , C the design , replacement , rehabilitation and installation of various new and or existing water and sewer transmission mains and lines , interceptors , booster pumping stations and storage tanks , D the design , replacement , rehabilitation and installation of various new and or existing reclaimed water facilities , E the repair and rehabilitation of various other existing components of the Combined Enterprise System , including any appurtenances thereto , and F the acquisition of any necessary land , easements and rights - of - way related to any of the foregoing , ii any other improvements related to any of the foregoing and iii any “ preliminary expenditures ” related to any of the foregoing architectural , engineering , surveying , soil testing , reimbursement bond issuance and similar costs that are incurred prior to commencement of acquisition or construction , but excluding land acquisition , site preparation and similar costs incident to commencement of construction collectively , the “ Water and Sewer Projects ” c The funds heretofore advanced or to be advanced by the County to pay the Original Expenditures are or will be available only on a temporary basis , and do not consist of funds that were otherwise earmarked or intended to be used by the County to permanently finance the Original Expenditures d As of the date hereof , the County reasonably expects that it will reimburse itself for such Original Expenditures with the proceeds of debt to be incurred by the County , and the maximum principal amount of debt to be incurred with respect to the Water and Sewer Projects is expected to be 85,000,000 e All Original Expenditures to be reimbursed by the County were paid no more than 60 days prior to , or will be paid on or after the date of , this declaration of official intent The County understands that such reimbursement must occur not later than 18 months after the later of i the date the Original Expenditure was paid ; or ii the date the Water and Sewer Projects is placed in service or abandoned , but in no event more than 3 years after the Original Expenditure was paid Section 2 This resolution shall take effect upon its passage Upon motion of Commissioner Jeffrey P Carver , seconded by Commissioner Patrick E Harris , the foregoing resolution entitled “ RESOLUTION DECLARING OFFICIAL INTENT TO REIMBURSEPage7539 September 8 , 2020 – 10 00 am Continued EXPENDITURES WITH PROCEEDS OF DEBT PURSUANT TO UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF TREASURY REGULATIONS ” was passed by the following vote Ayes Commissioners Ted G Godwin , Chad M Stewart , Jeffrey P Carver , Larry Wood , Tony Braswell , Patrick E Harris , and Butch Lawter Noes None 14 Finance – Resolution to Amend Water District Debt Obligations Purchased by and Owed to the County Upon a motion by Commissioner Chad M Stewart , seconded by Commissioner Patrick E Harris , and carried unanimously , the Board voted to sit simultaneously as the Archer Lodge , Brogden , Buffalo , Clayton , Cleveland , Elevation , Hopewell - Pisgah , Ingrams Township , Little Creek , Little River , McGee’s Crossroads , Meadow , O’Neals , Princeton - Kenly and Wilson’s Mills Water District Boards The Chairman introduced the following resolution , a summary of which had been provided to each Commissioner , a copy of which was available with the Clerk to the Board and which was read by title RESOLUTION APPROVING AMENDMENTS TO CERTAIN EXISTING OBLIGATIONS OF WATER DISTRICTS CREATED BY THE COUNTY AND PROVIDING FOR CERTAIN OTHER RELATED MATTERS WHEREAS , the Johnston County Finance Corporation the “ Corporation ” has previously executed and delivered the Johnston County Finance Corporation Limited Obligation Bonds County of Johnston , North Carolina , Series 2013 , dated July 31 , 2013 the 2013 LOBs ; WHEREAS , the proceeds of the 2013 LOBS were advanced from the Corporation to the County pursuant to an Installment Financing Contract , dated July 1 , 2013 , between the County and the Corporation ; and the County used a portion of the proceeds of the 2013 LOBs to purchase General Obligation Refunding Bonds , each dated as of July 31 , 2013 the “ 2013 District Refunding Bonds ” , from certain of the Districts ; WHEREAS , the Corporation has previously executed and delivered the Johnston County Finance Corporation Limited Obligation Bonds County of Johnston , North Carolina , Series 2014 , dated June 27 , 2014 the 2014 LOBs ; WHEREAS , the proceeds of the 2014 LOBS were advanced from the Corporation to the County pursuant to an Amended and Restated Installment Financing Contract , dated June 1 , 2014 , between the County and the Corporation ; and the County used a portion of the proceeds of the 2014 LOBs to purchase a General Obligation Refunding Bonds , each dated as of June 27 , 2014 the “ 2014 District Refunding Bonds ” , from certain of the Districts and b Installment Financing Contracts , each dated as of June 27 , 2014 the “ 2014 District Refunding Contracts ” and , together with the 2013 District Refunding Bonds and the 2014 District Refunding Bonds , the “ 2013 2014 District Refunding Obligations ” , from certain of the Districts ; WHEREAS , the Corporation has previously executed and delivered the Johnston County Finance Corporation Taxable Limited Obligation Bonds County of Johnston , North Carolina , Series 2020B , dated July 8 , 2020 the 2020B LOBs ; WHEREAS , the proceeds of the 2020B LOBS were advanced from the Corporation to the County pursuant to an Installment Financing Contract , dated July 1 , 2020 , between the County and the Corporation ; and the County used a portion of the proceeds of the 2020B LOBs to advance refund the 2013 and 2014 LOBs ; WHEREAS , the use of a portion of the proceeds of the 2020B LOBs to advance refund the 2013 and 2014 LOBs also indirectly and economically advance refunded the 2013 2014 District Refunding Obligations ; WHEREAS , the Board , acting as the governing body of the Districts , has determined that as a result of the indirect and economic advance refunding of the 2013 2014 District Refunding Obligations , which resulted in debt service savings for the Districts with respect to their respective 2013 2014 District Refunding Obligations , it is in the best interest of the Districts to amend certain provisions of their respective 2013 2014 District Refunding Obligations to conform to the debt service requirements of the 2020B LOBs ; WHEREAS , there have been submitted to this meeting draft forms of the following documents with respect to the proposed amendments to the 2013 2014 District Refunding Obligations 1 a Bond Form R - 2 for each of the Districts who issued the 2013 District Refunding Bonds to the County , each proposed to be dated on or about October 1 , 2020 , and to be issued to the County to replace the existing Bonds R - 1 heretofore issued to the County as the 2013 District Refunding Bonds collectively , the “ Amended 2013 District Refunding Bonds ” ; 2 a Bond Form R - 2 for each of the Districts who issued the 2014 District Refunding Bonds to the County , each proposed to be dated on or about October 1 , 2020 , and to be issued to the County to replace thePage8540 September 8 , 2020 – 10 00 am Continued existing Bonds R - 1 heretofore issued to the County as the 2014 District Refunding Bonds collectively , the “ Amended 2014 District Refunding Bonds ” ; 3 an Amended and Restated Installment Financing Contract for each of the Districts who executed and delivered the 2014 District Refunding Contracts to the County , each proposed to be dated on or about October 1 , 2020 , and to be executed and delivered to the County to replace the existing Installment Financing Contract heretofore executed and delivered to the County as the 2014 District Refunding Contracts collectively , the “ Amended 2014 District Refunding Contracts ” and , together with the Amended 2013 District Refunding Bonds and the Amended 2014 District Refunding Bonds , the “ Amended 2013 2014 District Refunding Obligations ” ; and WHEREAS , the Board of Commissioners desires to approve the Amended 2013 2014 District Refunding Obligations and to authorize other actions in connection therewith ; NOW , THEREFORE , BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Commissioners , acting in such capacity and as the governing body of each of the Districts , as follows Section 1 The amendments contemplated by the Amended 2013 2014 District Refunding Obligations referenced in this Resolution are hereby ratified and approved Section 2 Each of the Amended 2013 2014 District Refunding Obligations is hereby approved in substantially the form submitted to this meeting , and each of the Chairman or Vice - Chairman of the Board or the County Manager is hereby authorized to execute and deliver each of those documents in the name and on behalf of the County and or in the name and on behalf of the respective Districts , with such changes , insertions or omissions as the persons executing such documents may approve , their execution and delivery thereof to constitute conclusive evidence of such approval The County Clerk is hereby authorized to affix the seal of the County to each of said documents as may be appropriate and to attest to the same Section 3 The Chairman or Vice - Chairman of the Board , the County Manager , the Director of Finance and the County Attorney are hereby authorized to take any and all such further action , including approval of modifications to the Amended 2013 2014 District Refunding Obligations , and to execute and deliver for and on behalf of the County and or for and on behalf of any or each District , such other documents and certificates including , without limitation , financing statements and or other documents and agreements as they may deem necessary or advisable to carry out the intent of this resolution and to effect the amendments contemplated by the Amended 2013 2014 District Refunding Obligations The County Clerk is hereby authorized to affix the seal of the County to such documents and certificates as may be appropriate and to attest to the same and to execute and deliver the same as may be needed Section 4 This Resolution shall become effective immediately upon its adoption Thereupon , upon motion of Commissioner Jeffrey P Carver , seconded by Commissioner Chad M Stewart , the foregoing resolution entitled “ RESOLUTION APPROVING AMENDMENTS TO CERTAIN EXISTING OBLIGATIONS OF WATER DISTRICTS CREATED BY THE COUNTY AND PROVIDING FOR CERTAIN OTHER RELATED MATTERS ” was passed by the following vote Ayes Commissioners Ted G Godwin , Chad M Stewart , Jeffrey P Carver , Larry Wood , Tony Braswell , Patrick E Harris , and Butch Lawter Noes None Upon a motion by Commissioner Chad M Stewart , seconded by Commissioner Patrick E Harris , and carried by unanimous vote , the Board adjourned as the Archer Lodge , Brogden , Buffalo , Clayton , Cleveland , Elevation , Hopewell - Pisgah , Ingrams Township , Little Creek , Little River , McGee’s Crossroads , Meadow , O’Neals , Princeton - Kenly and Wilson’s Mills Water District Boards and resumed session as the Johnston County Board of Commissioners 15 Budget Revisions At the request of Finance Director and Assistant County Manager Chad McLamb , Commissioner Jeffrey P Carver moved the Board approve the following budget revisions , seconded by Commissioner Tony Braswell , and carried by unanimous vote Fiscal Year 2019 - 2020 Finance Public Utilities REQUESTED CHANGE FUND BUDGET CODE LINE ITEM CLASSIFICATION EXPENDITURE INCREASE DECREASE Page9541 September 8 , 2020 – 10 00 am Continued 68 79709116 Transfer to SDF Capital Reserve Fund 1,248,46000 85 87009117 Transfer to Capital Project Fund 1,248,46000 TOTAL NET EXPENDITURES 2,496,92000 REQUESTED CHANGE FUND BUDGET CODE LINE ITEM CLASSIFICATION REVENUE INCREASE DECREASE 68 797036240 System Development Fees 1,248,46000 85 870036250 Transfer of System Development Fees 1,248,46000 TOTAL NET REVENUE 2,496,92000 REQUESTED CHANGE FUND BUDGET CODE LINE ITEM CLASSIFICATION EXPENDITURE INCREASE DECREASE 69 69009116 Transfer to SDF Capital Reserve Fund 1,706,66000 86 87059117 Transfer to Capital Project Fund 1,706,66000 TOTAL NET EXPENDITURES 3,413,32000 REQUESTED CHANGE FUND BUDGET CODE LINE ITEM CLASSIFICATION REVENUE INCREASE DECREASE 69 690036240 System Development Fees 1,706,66000 86 870536250 Transfer of System Development Fees 1,706,66000 TOTAL NET REVENUE 3,413,32000 Fiscal Year 2020 - 2021 Health REQUESTED CHANGE FUND BUDGET CODE LINE ITEM CLASSIFICATION EXPENDITURE INCREASE DECREASE 10 59253300 Departmental Supplies 7,50000 TOTAL NET EXPENDITURES 7,50000 REQUESTED CHANGE FUND BUDGET CODE LINE ITEM CLASSIFICATION REVENUE INCREASE DECREASE 10 592534155 State Grant 7,50000 TOTAL NET REVENUE 7,50000 Library REQUESTED CHANGE FUND BUDGET CODE LINE ITEM CLASSIFICATION EXPENDITURE INCREASE DECREASE 18 44501500 Building and Grounds 3,39900 18 44507100 Capital Improvements 6,60100 TOTAL NET EXPENDITURES 10,00000 REQUESTED CHANGE FUND BUDGET CODE LINE ITEM CLASSIFICATION REVENUE INCREASE DECREASE 18 445037900 Investment Income 10,00000 TOTAL NET REVENUE 10,00000 Sheriff REQUESTED CHANGE FUND BUDGET CODE LINE ITEM CLASSIFICATION EXPENDITURE INCREASE DECREASE 10 51001410 Employee Training 17500 10 51001700 Vehicles 10,30217 10 51003100 Fuels 3200 10 51004300 Special Services 1800 10 51007050 Non - Major Capital Assets 13,13800 10 51007414 Capital Outlay – Sheriff 3,71421Page0542 September 8 , 2020 – 10 00 am Continued TOTAL NET EXPENDITURES 27,37938 REQUESTED CHANGE FUND BUDGET CODE LINE ITEM CLASSIFICATION REVENUE INCREASE DECREASE 10 510032106 Controlled Substance Tax 3,71421 10 510032509 Insurance Recovery 5,68612 10 510033099 Miscellaneous Revenue 30105 10 510034163 Federal Grant – Equipment 13,13800 10 510035104 Sheriff Fees 4,54000 TOTAL NET REVENUE 27,37938 16 Appointments A Johnston County Planning Board – Michelle Pace Davis was appointed to fill an unexpired term ending February 28 , 2022 via the following vote show of hands Voting for Timothy McGee Callihan None Voting for Michelle Pace Davis Commissioners Chad M Stewart , Larry Wood , Tony Braswell , and Butch Lawter Voting for Debbie Edwards Howard Commissioners Ted G Godwin and Patrick E Harris Voting for Lama A Sinno None Voting for William N Stovall None Donald Banks Wallace Commissioner Jeffrey P Carver Commissioner Jeffrey P Carver commented that the Board had a great list of applicants to choose from for what can be a difficult board to serve on Commissioner Chad M Stewart agreed with Commissioner Carver and he encouraged those not appointed to consider applying again when other positions come open B Hospital Authority Board of Commissioners Chairman Ted G Godwin reported that the Hospital Authority has concurred with the nominations made by the Commissioners at the August 3 , 2020 meeting Chairman Godwin appointed Patricia Chisholm - Jones , William W Massengill , Jr , and Jeff Parlier for three year terms to expire on September 30 , 2023 Commissioners Stewart and Carver commented again that the Board had a great list of applicants to choose from for