February 3, 1997 - 10:00 AM - County Board of Commissioners Meeting Minutes

February 3, 1997The Johnston County Board of Commissioners met in regular session Monday, February 3, 1997,at 10 oclock am in the Commissioners Room, Johnston County Courthouse Annex, Smithfield, NorthCarolina, with the following membersPresent Norman C Denning, Chairman, James W Cash, Vice Chairman, Jerry F Wood,DDS, Eleanor N Creech, Cookie Pope, Thomas M Moore and James H Langdon, JrAbsent NoneAlso Present Richard B Self, County Manager, and Joyce H Ennis, Clerk to the BoardThe Chairman called the meeting to order and the following business was transacted1 MinutesChairman Norman C Denning asked if there were any corrections to the minutes of the January 6,1997 board meeting There being no corrections, the Chairman declared the minutes approved aspresented2 Recognition of Award GIS DepartmentThe Board recognized and congratulated Terry Ellis, GIS Director, and his staff for receiving the1996 Award of Merit by the American City and County Magazine for innovation in GIS technology inlocal government3 Surplus Property - Sheriffs VehiclesA Vehicle Declared Surplus and Donated to Town of Four Oaks for DARE ProgramUpon a motion by Commissioner James W Cash, seconded by Commissioner Jerry F Wood andcarried by unanimous vote, the Board declared surplus the following vehicle, which was originallyconfiscated by the Sheriffs office in a drug raid, and authorized the County Manager to transfer title ofthe vehicle to the Town of Four Oaks to use in their DARE programDeclared surplus 1973 Nova, 2 door, VIN 4IX27H3L240165B Vehicle Declared Surplus - To Be Used at Community College for Training PurposesCommissioner Eleanor N Creech moved the Board declare the following vehicle surplus andauthorize that it be exchanged for the 1988 Chevrolet Caprice VIN 4IG1BL5167JR145462, which iscurrently being used by the Community College for their Basic Law Enforcement Training ProgramCommissioner Cookie Pope seconded the motion, which carried by unanimous voteDeclared Surplus 1991 Ford Crown Victoria, VIN42FACP72G2MX175228 with 155,000 miles4 Sheriff Receives Grant Money - Two Additional DeputiesSheriff Freddy Narron informed the Board he and his staff have been searching for sources ofrevenue other than ad valorem taxes to expand the department in an effort to keep up with the increasingdemands of the County He stated he has received notification of award of a US Department of JusticeCOPS grant to hire two additional full -time officers The grant would cover 75 of the total cost for threeyears, and would require a 25 County match He noted these two positions would place an additionalofficer on patrol during the peak hours between mid - afternoon and early evening, and should reduce theresponse time for calls Cost for the County for the two positions over the three year period would be73,86672Following discussion, Commissioner James W Cash moved the Board accept a US Department ofJustice COPS grant to hire two additional officers for the Sheriffs Department, and approve the followingbudget amendment for the remainder of this fiscal year, including the Countys matching funds fromcontingencies Commissioner Thomas M Moore seconded the motion, which carried by a unanimous voteExpenditure Increase10 51000200 SSalaries and Wages 10 51000610 Life Insurance10 51000710 401K Law Enforcement10 51000730 Retirement LEO10 51007400 Capital OutlayExpenditure Decrease10 58555710 ContingenciesTOTALRevenue Increase10 510034128 COPS Federal Grant5 Sheriffs Department Opens Satellite Facility in Cleveland Community452590077815,3009,74529,22629,226Sheriff Narron reported his department has opened a satellite office in the Cleveland Communityto better serve the western portion of Johnston County The office is already proving to be very beneficialfor the citizens of this large growth area He pointed out this is a result of another federal grant, whichwas previously approved by the Board6 Sheriffs Department - Authorization to Order 1997 -98 Replacement VehiclesSheriff Narron requested authorization to go ahead and order replacement vehicles needed for FY1997 -98 He pointed out this practice has been very successful over the past few years and has saved theCounty a considerable amount of money He asked the Board to approve the advance order of 12Chevrolet Lummas, complete with police package, for a total cost of 203,33376 to be paid out of the1997 -98 FY budgetUpon a motion by Commissioner Eleanor N Creech, seconded by Commissioner Jerry F Wood andcarried by unanimous vote, the Board approved the advance order of replacement vehicles for the SheriffsDepartment, with payment to be made from the 1997 -98 budget7 Public Hearing Rezoning CasesAdvertised January 21, 28, 1997 - The Smithfield HeraldCertified letters were mailed to adjoining property owners on January 24, 1997 and noticeswere posted at the locations on January 24, 1997The Chairman opened the public hearing and invited anyone who wished to speak on the followingrezoning cases Those persons wishing to give testimony on Cases 200, 204, 206, and 207 were swornin by the ClerkCase 200 Petition to rezone approximately 53 acres located on Dixon Roadin Pleasant Grove Township from ARR40 to ARR40 Special UseDistrict Owners Harold and Ina LangdonCal Genereux, Planning Director, pointed out the property on a map, and noted a cellular towerwould be located on the site, approximately 800 feet off Dixon RoadCase 202 Petition to rezone approximately 536 acres located on Indian CampRoad in Cleveland Township from ARR40 to R30 OwnersSouthwind Development Company, IncMr Genereux presented a map of the area and pointed out the surrounding zoning He stated theproperty would be served by a community water systemIn response to a question about the roads leading into this property, developer Sonny Johnson statedmost have been taken over by the NC DOT maintenance program, or are newly paved and application hasbeen made for state maintenanceCase 203 Petition to rezone approximately 456 acres located on Government Road in ClaytonTownship from ARR40 to R30 Owners Son -Lan Development Company, IncMr Genereux indicated the property on a map and stated this would be an addition to the existingsubdivision, Albany Acres An access road would be cut through the existing subdivision to the new lots453Chris Thompson, resident of Albany Acres Subdivision, voiced concerns about the type of watersystem that would be used, and the maintenance of the roads She also asked that a buffer be left betweenthe propertiesLater in the meeting, at the request of the Board, developer Sonny Johnson responded to MsThompsons concerns He noted the road into the subdivision is already under NC DOT maintenance, andhe has never experienced any problems with Heater Utilities Company concerning the water table forexisting nearby wells In reference to the buffer between the lots, he noted he usually clears only thenecessary area, and there should be a natural buffer left, unless the individual property owner chooses toclear the entire lotCase 204 Petition to rezone approximately 66 acres located on Edwards Roadin Boon Hill township from ARR40 to Highway Business SpecialUse District Owners Jerry and Sharon GriffinMr Genereux pointed out the property on a map and noted this case was amended at the PlanningBoard meeting to a special use district for an automobile repair shop He noted the applicant would berequired to follow the regulations set out in the ordinance for landscaping and screeningJerry Griffin, owner, stated he would operate a repair service with no junk cars, and would keep aclean environment around the areaCase 205 Delayed until March at the request of the applicantCase 206 Petition to rezone approximately 2 acres located on Massengill Pondroad in Pleasant Grove Township from ARR40 to General BusinessSpecial Use District Owners John and Debra WilkinsMr Genereux presented a map ofthe property and noted this case was also amended at the PlanningBoard meeting to a special use district for a plumbing businessJohn Wilkins stated the facility would primarily house plumbing supplies for his 10 employees MrWilkins lives on the property and stated he would landscape and keep the facility neatCase 207 Petition to rezone approximately 268 acres located on Swift CreekRoad in Wilsons Mills Township from ARR40 to R40 Special UseDistrict Owner Kenneth JonesMr Genereux indicated the property on a map and explained this would be the site of a BellSouthcellular tower The 190 monopole tower would be situated 600 off US 70, 1200 off Swift Creek Road,and would be well within the Countys airport height ordinance requirements He read a letter from theFederal Aviation Administration certifying that the proposed construction would not create a hazard forair traffic, and would not require any special lightingGray Styers, attorney for BellSouth, stated this would be the last major tower site planned byBellSouth in order to implement their new system in Johnston County In response to a question aboutmaintenance, Mr Styers noted each site is visited once or twice a month to make sure the equipment isproperly calibratedThere being no further comments, the Chairman closed the public hearing8 Decisions on Rezoning CasesCase 200 Petition to rezone approximately 53 acres located on Dixon Roadin Pleasant Grove Township from ARR40 to ARR40 Special UseDistrict Owners Harold and Ina LangdonUpon a motion by Commissioner Thomas M Moore, seconded by Commissioner Cookie Pope andcarried by unanimous vote, the Board approved rezoning case 200 for Harold and Ina Langdon of 53acres on Dixon Road in Pleasant Grove Township from ARR -40 to ARR -40 Special Use DistrictCase 202 Petition to rezone approximately 536 acres located on Indian CampRoad in Cleveland Township from ARR40 to R30 OwnersSouthwind Development Company, IncUpon a motion by Commissioner James H Langdon, Jr, seconded by Commissioner Jerry F Woodand carried by unanimous vote, the Board approved rezoning case 202 for Southwind DevelopmentCompany, Inc of 536 acres on Indian Camp Road in Cleveland Township from ARR -40 to R -30Case 203 Petition to rezone approximately 456 acres located on Government Road in ClaytonTownship from ARR40 to R30 Owners Son -Lan Development Company, IncUpon a motion by Commissioner James H Langdon, Jr, seconded by Commissioner Jerry F Woodand carried by unanimous vote, the Board approved rezoning case 203 for Son -Lan DevelopmentCompany, Inc of 456 acres on Government Road in Clayton Township from ARR -40 to R -30Case 204 Petition to rezone approximately 66 acres located on Edwards Roadin Boon Hill Township from ARR40 to Highway Business SpecialUse District Owners Jerry and Sharon GriffinUpon a motion by Commissioner Cookie Pope, seconded by Commissioner Eleanor N Creech andcarried by unanimous vote, the Board approved rezoning case 204 for Jerry and Sharon Griffin of 66acres on Edwards Road in Boon Hill Township from ARR -40 to Highway Business Special Use DistrictCase 206 Petition to rezone approximately 2 acres located on Massengill Pondroad in Pleasant Grove Township from ARR40 to General BusinessSpecial Use District Owners John and Debra WilkinsUpon a motion by Commissioner Thomas M Moore, seconded by Commissioner Eleanor N Creechand carried by unanimous vote, the Board approved rezoning case 206 for John and Debra Wilkins oftwoacres on Massengill Pond Road in Pleasant Grove Township from ARR -40 to General Business SpecialUse DistrictCase 207 Petition to rezone approximately 268 acres located on Swift CreekRoad in Wilsons Mills Township from ARR40 to R40 Special UseDistrict Owner Kenneth JonesUpon a motion by Commissioner Cookie Pope, seconded by Commissioner James H Langdon, Jrand carried by unanimous vote, the Board approved rezoning case 207 for Kenneth Jones of 268 acreson Swift Creek Road in Wilsons Mills Township from ARR -40 to R -40 Special Use District9 Public Hearing Special Use PermitsAdvertised January 21, 28, 1997 - The Smithfield HeraldCertified letters were mailed to adjoining property owners on January 24, 1997 and noticeswere posted at the locations on January 24, 1997The Chairman opened the public hearing and invited anyone who wished to address the Board onthe following requests for special use permitsCase 200 Special Use Permit petition for a mobile communications tower onapproximately 53 acres located on Dixon Road in Pleasant GroveTownship Owners Harold and Ina LangdonCase 204 Special Use Permit for an automotive service and repair center nojunk cars on approximately 66 acres located on Edwards Road inBoon Hill Township Owners Jerry and Sharon GriffinCase 206 Special Use permit petition for a plumbing office warehouse onapproximately 2 acres on Massengill Pond Road in Pleasant GroveTownship Owners John and Debra WilkinsCase 207 Special Use permit petition for a monopole telecommunicationsfacility on approximately 268 acres on Swift Creek Road inWilsons Mills Township Owner Kenneth Jones455The Chairman addressed the following questions to Planning Director, Cal Genereux concerningthese four cases1 Mr Genereux, were pre - application conferences held by the Planning Department with theapplicants on these four cases Response Yes, Sir2 Did the applicants meet the requirements at that time by providing a sketch plan illustrating thelocation, size and major design elements of the development of the sites Response Yes, Sir3 Did your department prepare an analysis of the applications including conformity with zoning,subdivision, soil erosion and sedimentation, and health regulations Response Yes we did4 Did the Planning Board advertise and hold a hearing open to the public Response Yes, Sir5 Was written certification sent to the adjacent property owners in a timely fashion Response Yesit wac6 What is the recommendation of the Planning Board Response The Planning Board recommendsapproval of applications for special use permits for cases 200, 204, 206 and 207Chairman Are there any conditions attached Response Yes, sirCase 204 No junk cars on the premisesChairman Mr Genereux, please read to this Board the summary of the evidence supporting thePlanning Boards recommendations Response Mr Genereux read the following evidence of support foundby the Planning Board for all four cases Case 200, 204, 206 and 2071 The use will promote the public health, safety and general welfare if located where proposedand developed and operated according to the plan as submitted2 The use will maintain or enhance the value of contiguous property unless the use is a publicnecessity, in which case the use need not maintain or enhance the value of contiguousproperty3 The use is in compliance with the general plan for the physical development of the County asembodied in these regulations adopted by the Board of County Commissioners7 Did you notify the applicants in writing ofthe Planning Boards recommendation Response Yes,Sir8 Are the applicants aware that if the Commissioners deny the requests that no application can beaccepted for the same or a similar use affecting the same property for a period of twelve 12months Response Yes, Sir9 Are the applicants aware that the right of appeal to the Board of Adjustment must be exercisedwithin thirty 30 days of this date Response Yes, Sir10 Are the applicants aware that the permits will expire at the end of twelve 12 months if it is notused as permitted within that time period Response Yes, SirThere being no further comments, the Chairman closed the public hearing10 Decisions on Special Use Permit RequestsCase 200 Special Use Permit petition for a mobile communicationstower on approximately 53 acres located on Dixon Road inPleasant Grove Township Owners Harold and Ina LangdonUpon a motion by Commissioner James H Langdon, Jr, seconded by Commissioner Thomas MMoore and carried by unanimous vote, the Board instructed the Planning Department to issue a specialuse permit to Harold and Ina Langdon for a mobile communications tower on approximately 53 acreslocated on Dixon Road in Pleasant Grove Township, based on the following findings of fact1 The use will promote the public health, safety and general welfare if located whereproposed and developed and operated according to the plan as submitted2 The use will maintain or enhance the value of contiguous property unless the use is apublic necessity, in which case the use need not maintain or enhance the value ofcontiguous property3 The use is in compliance with the general plan for the physical development of theCounty as embodied in these regulations adopted by the Board of CountyCommissionersCase 204 Special Use Permit for an automotive service and repaircenter no junk cars on approximately 66 acres located onEdwards Road in Boon Hill Township Owners Jerry andSharon GriffinUpon a motion by Commissioner Cookie Pope, seconded by Commissioner James H Langdon, Jrand carried by unanimous vote, the Board instructed the Planning Department to issue a special use permit456to Jerry and Sharon Griffin for an automotive service and repair center on approximately 66 acres onEdwards Road in Boon Hill Township, with the stipulation that there be no junk cars on the premises, andbased on the following findings of fact1 The use will promote the public health, safety and general welfare if located whereproposed and developed and operated according to the plan as submitted2 The use will maintain or enhance the value of contiguous property unless the use is apublic necessity, in which case the use need not maintain or enhance the value ofcontiguous property3 The use is in compliance with the general plan for the physical development of theCounty as embodied in these regulations adopted by the Board of CountyCommissionersCase 206 Special Use permit petition for a plumbing office warehouseon approximately 2 acres on Massengill Pond Road inPleasant Grove Township Owners John and Debra WilkinsUpon a motion by Commissioner Eleanor N Creech, seconded by Commissioner James HLangdon, Jr and carried by unanimous vote, the Board instructed the Planning Department to issue aspecial use permit to John and Debra Wilkins for a plumbing office and warehouse on approximately 2acres on Massengill Pond Road in Pleasant Grove Township, based on the following findings of fact1 The use will promote the public health, safety and general welfare if located whereproposed and developed and operated according to the plan as submitted2 The use will maintain or enhance the value of contiguous property unless the use is apublic necessity, in which case the use need not maintain or enhance the value ofcontiguous property3 The use is in compliance with the general plan for the physical development of theCounty as embodied in these regulations adopted by the Board of CountyCommissionersCase 207 Special Use permit petition for a monopoletelecommunications facility on approximately 268 acres onSwift Creek Road in Wilsons Mills Township OwnerKenneth JonesUpon a motion by Commissioner Cookie Pope, seconded by Commissioner James H Langdon, Jrand carried by unanimous vote, the Board instructed the Planning Department to issue a special use permitto Kenneth Jones for a monopole telecommunications facility on 268 acres on Swift Creek Road inWilsons Mills Township, based on the following findings of fact1 The use will promote the public health, safety and general welfare if located whereproposed and developed and operated according to the plan as submitted2 The use will maintain or enhance the value of contiguous property unless the use is apublic necessity, in which case the use need not maintain or enhance the value ofcontiguous property3 The use is in compliance with the general plan for the physical development of theCounty as embodied in these regulations adopted by the Board of CountyCommissioners11 Resolution Supporting Expansion and Renovations of the Institute of Government FacilityUpon a motion by Commissioner Eleanor N Creech, seconded by Commissioner Jerry F Woodand carried by unanimous vote, the Board adopted the following resolution in support of expansion andrenovations to the Institute of Government complex in Chapel HillRESOLUTION SUPPORTING THE RENOVATION AND EXPANSION OFTHE INSTITUTE OF GOVERNMENTWHEREAS the Institute of Government since 1931 has made important contributions to North Carolinasgood government and its excellent financial management by serving the entire state from its base in ChapelHill; andWHEREAS the Institutes building has been inadequate and outmoded for many years, which threatensits ability to maintain the highest quality of services for North Carolinas public officials; andWHEREAS the 1994 General Assembly recognized the need for a renovated and expanded building byappropriating 700,000 to plan necessary improvements and additions to the Institute of Government; andWHEREAS the Institute has planned the necessary capital improvements that will enable it to provideNorth Carolina public officials with the latest and most efficient instructional technologies and a higherquality of service; and457WHEREAS the necessary improvements will include a teleconferencing classroom, a computer trainingroom, increased classroom and office space, an expanded and accessible library, increased parking,improved dining facilities, and access for persons with disabilities; andWHEREAS the planned capital project has been approved by the UNC -CH Board of Trustees and is ratedas one of the Universitys highest capita priorities, and it also is a legislative priority for the UNC Boardof GovernorsNOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT by way of this Resolution the Johnston County Boardof Commissioners fully and enthusiastically encourages the 1997 North Carolina General Assembly toappropriate 161 million to fund this urgently needed capital renovation and expansion projectBE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a copy of this Resolution be forwarded to the Johnston Countylegislative delegation and the GovernorUnanimously adopted this 3rd day of February, 199712 Landfill Construction and Demolition Fill Area - Timber Declared SurplusThe County Manager explained that in order to proceed with the construction of the new fill areaat the landfill, approximately 20 acres need to be cleared of timber, plus additional thining and clearingof the entire tract of damaged trees needs to be done following the hurricane, as outlined by the NCForestry Service The timber is considered real property and must be declared surplus before it can beharvested and disposed of properlyFollowing discussion, Commissioner Cookie Pope moved the Board declare surplus the timber onapproximately 20 acres at the landfills proposed fill site, as well as other timber that needs to be clearedfrom the countys property due to the recent hurricane, and authorize the County Manager to dispose ofthe harvested timber Commissioner Eleanor N Creech seconded the motion, which carried by unanimousvote13 Board Amends Schedule of Regular Meetings Beginning May, 1997Chairman Norman Denning pointed out the increasing number of rezoning cases, and the amountof time taken up by these cases during the regular meeting on the first Monday of each month He alsonoted that some citizens have voiced concern that having these hearings during the daytime creates ahardship on persons who work and would like to attend He suggested the Board consider a secondmeeting each month, held in the evening hours, for the purpose of discussing zoning and planning mattersFollowing discussion, Commissioner Cookie Pope moved the Board amend the regular meetingschedule for 1997 to include an additional monthly meeting to be held each second Monday night at 700pm beginning May, 1997, for the purpose of discussing planning and zoning issues CommissionerThomas M Moore seconded the motion, which carried by unanimous vote14 250th Anniversary Commission DissolvedUpon a motion by Commissioner Jerry F Wood, seconded by Commissioner James H Langdon,Jr and carried by unanimous vote, the Board dissolved the 250th Anniversary Commission and approvedthe following budget amendment transferring all its assets to the Johnston County Heritage Commissionfor the renovation and work on the Heritage CenterExpenditure Increase19 44756510 Heritage Commission CostRevenue Increase19 447533714 250th Anniversity Commission15 Budget Amendments ApprovedA DEPARTMENTAL BUDGET AMENDMENTS46,6517746,65177Upon a motion by Commissioner Eleanor N Creech, seconded by Commissioner Cookie Pope andcarried by unanimous vote, the Board approved the following budget amendmentsSheriffs DepartmentExpenditure Increase - Insurance Recovery10 51001700 Vehicle Repairs maintenanceRevenue Increase10 460032509 Insurance RecoveryLandfillExpenditure Increase - Budget of money from FEMA66 40516505 Hurricane Fran ExpenseRevenue Increase66 405135130 FEMA Disaster PaymentJob TrainingExpenditure Increase - Disaster Relief FundsDisaster Relief Training for Part EnrolleesRevenue IncreaseDisaster Relief Training for Part EnrolleesExpenditure Increase - Transportation Child CareII C Participant Transportation11 C Participant Child CareRevenue IncreaseII C Participant Transportation11 C Participant Child CareMental Health DepartmentExpenditure Increase - Additional state funds to contractsCurrent Obligations ServicesContracts, Grants, Other SubsidiesRevenue IncreasePatient Fees - Emergency IV AState FundsHealth DepartmentExpenditure Increase - Fee by DEHNR for Hepatitis B vaccine to 6th graders10 59457400 Child Health - EquipmentRevenue Increase10 594534112 Child Health - DEHNRExpenditure Increase - Rural OB Care Incentive funds10 59250421 Maternal Health - ROCI FundsRevenue Increase10 592534111 DEHNRB SPECIAL APPROPRIATIONS - COPs Interest PaymentM • 02,803352,80335201,52400201,5240040,0000040,000002,000002,000002,000002,000001,3860050,0000050,000001,386003,322003,3220018,5560018,55600Upon a motion by Commissioner Cookie Pope, seconded by Commissioner James H Langdon, Jrand carried by unanimous vote, the Board approved the following budget amendmentExpenditure Increase - Interest on bonded debt16 63028163 COPS Interest 661,00000Revenue Increase16 630232507 Transfer from General Fund 661,0000045916 Board of Education - Request for Advance Commitment from 1997 -98 BudgetThe Board of Education has requested an advance commitment in the amount of 748,87723 fromthe FY 1997 -98 budget to order 15 new buses and one fuel truck for next school year These funds wouldbe included in the Countys annual 5 million capital allocation to the schoolsChairman of the School Board, DeVan Barbour, was present and noted buses need to be orderedearly to be available at the beginning of the school year The County is anticipating more than 800additional students for the 1997 -98 school yearUpon a motion by Commissioner Jerry F Wood, seconded by Commissioner Thomas M Mooreand carried by unanimous vote, the Board committed funds in the amount of 748,87723 from the 1997-98 County budget, as a part of the annual capital allocation for the Johnston County Board of Education17 Public Hearing - ETJ Appointment to Princeton Planning BoardAdvertised 117 - The Smithfield Herald; 122 - Princeton News LeaderThe Chairman opened the public hearing and invited anyone who wished to address the Board onapplications for ETJ appointment to the Princeton Planning Board The County Manager stated theCounty has received one application from Jerry Braswell, 41 Faison Road, PrincetonThere being no further comments, the Chairman closed the public hearing18 Appointment to Princeton Planning BoardUpon a motion by Commissioner James W Cash, seconded by Commissioner Thomas M Mooreand carried by unanimous vote, the Board appointed Jerry Braswell, 41 Faison Road, Princeton, NC tothe Princeton Planning Board19 AppointmentsA Board of AdjustmentUpon a motion by Commissioner Jerry F Wood, seconded by Commissioner Eleanor N Creechand carried by unanimous vote, the Board appointed Wade Stewart to the Johnston County Board ofAdjustments as a regular member for a three year term to expire February, 2000B Beulah Fire Protection DistrictUpon a motion by Commissioner Thomas M Moore, seconded by Commissioner Jerry F Woodand carried by unanimous vote, the Board waived the length of service policy and reappointed Bobby Popeto the Beulah Fire Protection District for a two year term to expire February, 1999C Johnston County Nursing Home Domiciliary Home Advisory BoardThe County Manager commented that no applications have been received for this board He urgedthe Commissioners to seek qualified persons to serve in this capacity, as this advisory board provides avery important service for the elderly and infirmedD Livestock ArenaUpon a motion by Commissioner Cookie Pope, seconded by Commissioner Jerry F Wood andcarried by unanimous vote, the Board appointed James T Johnson and Andrew Denning to the LivestockArena Management Board for two year terms to expire February, 199920 Firemans Association - Request for Computerized SystemMembers of the Johnston County Firemans Association, were present to request a computersystem to help them with their record keeping and reports Steve Brinchek, Fire Chief in Kenly, explainedthe Association has been working with several ofthe county departments, and has found an agency- sharedsoftware program from FIRES CAN that would network information between the area fire departments,M • the Sheriffs Office, the EMS Department, Inspections and Communications The program would preventredundancy in record keeping and enhance efficiency among these agencies The initial cost for thehardware, software and training would be 70,000 A systems analyst position would also be needed, atan estimated salary of 50,000, to train personnel and keep the system working The first year the positionwould need to be dedicated to the fire departments, however, after the first year, this position could servethe entire emergency systemChairman Norman Denning recommended that the Fire Association and county agencies involvedbring this request back before the Board for consideration during the 1997 -98 budget sessions21 Referendum on Alcohol Sales in the CountyThe Board discussed requests for a countywide referendum on the sale of malt beverages andspirituous liquor, on and off premisesLee Colbert, Pastor of First Baptist Church in Smithfield, spoke briefly against the referendumHe stated, in his opinion, this would generate very little additional revenue for the County and would resultin more alcohol related accidents Ken Thornton, Pastor of Carters Chapel Baptist Church, also spokein opposition stating the County, in his opinion, does not need the type of industry and business that woulduse the sale of alcohol as a criteria for locating hereDaniel Evans, Smithfield resident, stated he believes that if the referendum passes, it would havea negative impact on the County, and Kelly Garris, speaking as a mother of young children, voicedconcern that the roads would no longer be safeBob Ahlert of Clayton supported the right for each individual to vote his convictions on this matterBeth Watson, member of the Smithfield -Selma Chamber of Commerce, stated the request fromthe Chamber supported the citizens being given the opportunity to vote; it did not recommend the resultsof the vote, one way or the other She personally voiced her belief that Johnston County does not needcountywide sale of alcohol beveragesRick Childrey, Executive Director ofthe Chamber, concurred with Ms Watson that their resolutionwas simply supporting a referendum to allow the citizens the opportunity to decide on this issue Hepointed out the surrounding counties have held similar referendums and some have passed while othershave notChairman Norman C Denning stated the Board has been asked to consider a vote on this matterfor several years He stated he would support the right to vote, but would not personally support thereferendumCommissioner Thomas M Moore stated that during the recent political campaign, he was askedto give the people a choice on liquor -by- the - drink He noted there are strong emotions on both sides of thisissue, and in his opinion, the only way to settle the matter is to allow the citizens to voteMotionFollowing further discussion Commissioner Thomas M Moore moved the Board call for areferendum on the sale of malt beverages on- premises and off - premises, and the sale of mixed beveragesin hotels, restaurants, private clubs, community theaters, and convention centers Commissioner Jerry FWood seconded the motionFurther DiscussionCommissioner James H Langdon, Jr stated he has also been asked to give the citizens the rightto vote on this matter He stressed that he, too, would support the request for a vote, however, he wouldnot personally become involved with the issueCommissioners James W Cash, Jerry F Wood and Eleanor N Creech concurred CommissionerCookie Pope also agreed stating she represents citizens on both sides of this issue and feels they all shouldhave the opportunity to voteThe Chairman called for a vote on the motion The vote passed by unanimous vote46122 Budget Amendment ApprovedUpon a motion by Commissioner Thomas M Moore, seconded by Commissioner Jerry F Woodand carried by unanimous vote, the Board approved the following budget amendment to cover the cost ofthe countywide referendum on sale of alcoholic beveragesExpenditure Increase10 43000300 Salaries Part-time10,0000010 43001200 Printing5,00000Expenditure Decrease10 58555710 Contingencies15,0000023 Closed Session - Potential Litigation and Expansion and Location of IndustryUpon a motion by Commissioner Cookie Pope, seconded by Commissioner Eleanor N Creech andcarried by unanimous vote, the Board recessed regular session to meet in closed session for the purposeof discussing a matter of potential litigation and the expansion and location of industry in the CountyUpon a motion by Commissioner Eleanor N Creech, seconded by Commissioner Jerry F Woodand carried by unanimous vote, the Board adjourned closed session and resumed regular sessionThere being no further business, Commissioner Eleanor N Creech moved the Board recess until700 pm on February 17, 1997 at the Cooperative Extension Building on North Street in SmithfieldCommissioner Thomas M Moore seconded the motion, which carried by unanimous voteNorman C Denning, ChairmanJoyce K Ennis, ClerkDetailsAnnotationsEntry PropertiesModified11192013 123456 PMCreated422003 83425 AMTemplateMinutesFieldsMinutes - TypeRegularMinutes - Date231997Book20