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100217October 2, 2017 The Randolph County Board of Commissioners met in regular session at 6:00 p.m. in the 1909 Randolph County Historic Courthouse Meeting Room, 145 Worth Street, Asheboro, NC. Commissioners Allen, Frye, Haywood, Kidd and McDowell were present. Also present were County Manager Hal Johnson; Finance Officer Will Massie; County Attorney Ben Morgan; Amanda Varner, Clerk to the Board; and Dana Crisco, Deputy Clerk to the Board. Dr. Bob Shackleford, RCC President, gave the invocation. Randolph County 4-H youth led the Pledge of Allegiance to the American flag. The youth also recited their pledge to the 4-H flag. Chairman Allen then read the Proclamation for 4-H Week in Randolph County that was later adopted on the Consent Agenda. Consent Agenda On motion of McDowell, seconded by Kidd, the Board voted unanimously to approve the consent agenda, as follows: • approve minutes of 9/5/17 regular meeting; • unseal closed session minutes 8171171; • adopt Proclamation designating 4-H Week (October 1-7) in Randolph County, as follows: 4-H WEEK IN RANDOLPH COUNTY- 2017 WHEREAS, 4-H youth across the nation are leading efforts to solve problems in their communities and make a difference for their futures; and WHEREAS, 4-H is the largest youth development organization in North Carolina and the largest in the nation with over six million participants; and WHEREAS, 4-H in North Carolina claims 289,460 youth members and 30,825 volunteers, while Randolph County's 4-H program reaches more than 10, 000 youth and more than 450 volunteers; and WHEREAS, 4-H as part of the NC Cooperative Extension System of NC State University and NCA &T State University is a program where youth learn through opportunities that provide them hands-on experiences in 4 -H's mission mandates of science, engineering and technology; healthy living; and citizenship; and WHEREAS, 4-H has connected youth and their communities with the innovative research and resources from our nation's 106 land-grant universities and colleges for more than 102 years; NOW, THEREFORE, the Randolph County Board of Commissioners do hereby proclaim October 1-7, 2017, as National 4-H Week in Randolph County. I urge the people of this community to take advantage of the opportunity to become more aware of this special program that enhances our young people's interests in their futures as part of Randolph County 4-H Youth Development and to join us in recognizing the unique partnership between our county and our state University System. • make the following Firefighters' Relief Fund Appointments: Coleridge --Benny Beck, C.E. Teague; Eastside --Jim Pell, David Creason; Farmer --Roger King, Steven Hughes; Franklinville--Kyle Dixon, Danny Burgess; Guil Rand --Dustin Smith, Arch Hamilton; Level Cross --David Davis, Kenneth Adams; New Hope (Southwest) --Troy Powell, Wiley Hurley; Seagrove --Patty Gatlin, Bernard Needham; Staley--Yancy King, Terry Williams; Tabernacle --Darrell Owenby, Karen B. Lovings; Ulah Timothy Hussey, Terry Robins; Westside --Wesley Garner, James Lamonds; • adopt Proclamation recognizing October 2017 as Disability Employment Awareness Month, as follows: PROCLAMATION RECOGNIZING OCTOBER 2017 AS DISABILITYEMPLOYMENT AWARENESS MONTH WHEREAS, Randolph County, North Carolina, recognizes, participates and proclaims October 2017 as National Disability Employment Awareness Month; and WHEREAS, Randolph County gives special notice to workplaces welcoming the talents of all people, to employers supporting differently abled workers and where people with disabilities are encouraged and recognized as a critical part of efforts to build an inclusive community and strong economy; and WHEREAS, Randolph County is raising awareness about disability employment issues, celebrating the many and varied contributions of people with disabilities and supporting activities during the month of October which will reinforce the value and talent people with disabilities add to our workplaces and communities. WHEREAS, reflecting the important role disability plays in workforce diversity, this year's National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM) theme is "Inclusion Drives Innovation. " NOW, THEREFORE, in honor of National Disability Employment Awareness Month, the Randolph County Board of Commissioners does hereby proclaim October 2017 to also be "Randolph County Disability Employment Awareness Month" and urges all employers, schools and other community organizations in Randolph County, to observe this month with appropriate programs and activities, and to advance the important message that people with disabilities are equal to the task throughout the year. • appoint Bernard Needham, David Barr, and Keena Heaton and reappoint Dr. Robert Dough, Fred deFriess, Dr. Jason Stopyra, Paula Lineberry, Donovan Davis, Lewis Schirloff, Bradley Beck, Raphael Beech, Steven Staley, Amanda Varner, April Staley, Angela Orth, and Jason Phillips to the Randolph County EMS Peer Review Committee; • appoint Beth Duncan and Tony Greene to the Opioid Collaborative Council; • reappoint Mary Joan Pugh and David Caughron to the Tourism Development Authority; • approve Budget Amendment 93 for Economic Development Reserve Fund ($205,096), as follows: 2017-2018 Budget Ordinance Economic Development Reserve Fund—Budget Amendment #3 Revenues Increase Decrease Equipment Lease Revenues $205,096 Appropriations Increase Decrease Transfer to General Fund $205,096 • approve amended list of County's Authorized Banking Institutions, as follow: AUTHORIZED FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS, DEPOSITORIES, AND BROKERS G.S. §159-30(b) states that "moneys may be deposited at interest in any bank, savings and loan association, or trust company in this State. " G. S. § 159 -31(a) states that "the governing board of each local government and public authority shall designate as its official depositories one or more banks, savings and loan associations, or trust companies in this State or, with the written permission of the secretary, a national bank located in another state. In addition, a unit or public authority, with the written permission of the secretary, may designate a state bank or trust company located in another state as an official depository for the purpose of acting as fiscal agent for the unit or public authority. " The following institutions are hereby designated as official depositories. All qualify and participate in the Pooling Method of public funds collateralization: BB&T Bank of the Ozarks Capital Bank (acquired CommunityOne Bank) First Bank (acquired Carolina Bank) Pinnacle Bank (acquired Bank of North Carolina) PNC Bank Select Bank & Trust Suntrust Wells Fargo Imprest Account —Health Insurance Transactions Only: Citibank Brokers — Commercial Paper, Government Securities: Multi -Bank Securities, Inc. • approve Budget Amendment #7 for Site Development Project Ordinance ($500, 000), as follows: 2017-2018 Budget Ordinance Site Development Capital Project Ordinance Budget Amendment #7 Revenues Increase Decrease NCDOT Grant $500,000 Appropriations Increase Decrease Professional Services $500,000 • approve Budget Amendment 93 for Animal Shelter Capital Project Ordinance ($4, 000), as follows: 2017-2018 Budget Ordinance Animal Shelter Capital Project Ordinance Budget Amendment #3 Revenues Increase Decrease None Appropriations Increase Decrease Professional services $4,000 Construction $4,000 4-H Week -Special Recognition: Laura LeGlue—Randolnh's Youth Delegate at the NCACC Annual Conference Commissioner Frye stated the NC Association of County Commissioners held their eighth annual "Youth Voice" at the 110th Annual Conference on August 10th -12th in Durham County. The event is designed to help youth become more involved in the governing of their counties, state, and country as a whole. Laura LeGlue, a high school junior at Faith Christian School, was selected to be Randolph's youth delegate to the Conference and spoke during the June Commissioners' meeting about her involvement with 4-H and her selection to attend. He said she has been in 4-H for almost six years. He presented Ms. LeGlue with a Certificate of Recognition for her participation. Ms. LeGlue then gave an update on her experience at the conference. She said she learned a lot at the conference and she has a better understanding and appreciation of what the Commissioners do. Public Comment Period Pursuant to N.C.G.S. § 153A-52.1, Chairman Allen opened the floor for public comment and County Attorney Ben Morgan read aloud the Public Comment Rules of Procedure. Dwain Roberts, 300 S. High St., Asheboro, asked the Commissioners for permission to allow the Sons of the Confederate Veterans, along with United Daughters of the Confederacy and Military Order of Stars and Bars, to restore the grave of Confederate Veteran George M. Foust who was buried in the Old County Farm cemetery located on Caraway Mountain Road. The grave will be filled in and a Confederate Veteran headstone and a Southern Cross of Honor grave marker will be added. He stated that the restoration would be paid by the Sons of Confederate Veterans, United Daughters of the Confederacy, and Military Order of Stars and Bars. Mr. Roberts was told to contact Hal Johnson regarding this request. Alan Ferguson, 4794 Troy Smith Rd., Liberty, stated that Megasite protest signs had been removed from private property. He asked the Commissioners to let the Megasite partners know of his request that the signs be left alone to "allow us the dignity of keeping our little red and white signs... and have a little bit of silent protest." Uwharrie Charter Academy (UCA) Update Heather Soja, Superintendent of UCA, gave an update on the school. She stated that it is in its fifth year of operation. The budget for the 2017-2018 year is $6.9 million. There are 1,011 students and 100 employees. She said 20% of their students are on free and reduced lunches. They represent seven school districts and currently have grades 5-12. Five hundred of their students are transported by buses. Graduates are in a career, college or the military and thriving. She stated that ACT data has increased in all areas for the last two years. UCA has integrated STEAM throughout all grade levels. New programs have begun. Examples are as follows: • Glassblowing and ceramics (in partnership with Starworks) • Nursing • Mandarin Chinese language • Dance classes (offered as electives for all grades) • Early college program with RCC • Additional math support programs at both campuses • Internships with new partners • FLEX days Ms. Soja said construction began on the middle school and gymnasium in September at a cost of $12.9 million. UCA is in the planning phase of construction for an athletic complex located off of Mack Road that might benefit the whole community and bring folks to the county. A survey has been completed to assess community interest in an elementary school. She stated UCA has reported clean audits to the State Board of Education for the past five years. Chairman Allen asked about the progress of the sewer project between the County and the Seagrove/Ulah Water Authority. Ms. Soja stated that the project was in the bid phase and it did not appear that blasting would be necessary. Commissioner McDowell asked Ms. Soja to share more information about the Mack Road property. She stated that the school would have two baseball fields, two softball fields, and three soccer/lacrosse fields. These could possibly allow UCA to host various tournaments and benefit the whole county. Commissioner Frye inquired if free and reduced lunch was calculated for UCA as it is in state supported schools. She responded that they use the same formula as the state. Commissioner Kidd asked what the graduation rate was. Ms. Soja said it was 96.4% last year. Commissioner Kidd asked Ms. Soja to explain funding for UCA. She stated that the Average Daily Membership (ADM) is an average of the enrollment for the first twenty days. Based on that average, the school receives $5,250 per student along with some local funds. Also, she said that Commissioners provide Capital funds for state supported schools but UCAS Capital comes from state ADM. Commissioner Frye stated that some students were never included in the ADM for public schools. She agreed that students who were homeschooled or attended private school would not have been included. Chairman Allen questioned demographics and diversity. Ms. Soja said UCA has a cultural day to reach out to Latino families and to others cultures. Commissioner McDowell asked where UCA's population came from. Ms. Soja stated from UCA's highest to lowest enrollment were students from the following school system jurisdictions: Randolph County, Asheboro City, Montgomery County, Davidson County, Moore County, Guilford County, Chatham County, Stanly County, Rowan -Salisbury, and Alamance -Burlington. Tourism Development Authority 2016-2017 Annual Report Executive Director of the Randolph County Tourism Development Authority Tammy O'Kelley presented the 2016-2017 annual report of the Randolph County Tourism Development Authority. The Authority operates the Heart of North Carolina Visitors Bureau (HNCVB), the official destination marketing organization for Randolph County (representing Archdale, Asheboro, Franklinville, Liberty, Ramseur, Randleman, Seagrove, Staley, and Trinity) and the I- 73/74 Visitor Centers, a partnership with the North Carolina Department of Transportation and County of Randolph. The 14NCVB operates solely on occupancy taxes generated by overnight guests in Randolph County. The Visitor Centers operate with dollars appropriated to the NC Department of Transportation in the state budget. She said the Authority's mission is to fuel the local business climate and broaden the tax base by supporting and stimulating the growth of new and innovative tourism products and services that attract and serve visitors as a means of bringing money into Randolph County. The Authority serves as the collective voice for the interests of the County's travel industry and its partners and stakeholders and updates the Board of County Commissioners annually on progress toward increasing the County's travel and tourism business. In 2016: • In the U.S., travel generated $991 billion in domestic and international visitor spending; $158 billion in tax revenues for federal, state, and local governments and supported 8.6 million tourism direct jobs for an industry payroll of $248 billion. • In North Carolina, travel generated $23 billion in visitor spending; $1.2 billion in state, and $693 million in local tax revenues supporting 219,094 tourism direct jobs and more than $5.5 billion in payroll income. • In the 11 counties of the Piedmont Triad in 2016, travel generated $3 billion in visitor spending; $165.6 million in state and $63.98 million in local tax revenues, supporting 26,000 tourism direct jobs and more than $615 million in payroll income for the Piedmont Triad. • Randolph County ended 2016 with record-breaking visitation and visitor spending as we welcomed more than 1.4 million visitors in the 2016 calendar year, an increase of 5.2 percent over 2015. Visitors spent $138.9 million on trips to Randolph County, an increase of 5.8 percent. Visitor spending generated $8.52 million in state and $2.25 million in local tax revenues for a total of $10.77 million, an increase of more than six percent. These combined figures account for a tax savings per county household of $198. Visitors also supported the employment of 1,086 tourism direct jobs with a payroll of $21.9 million. For every travel industry job, two indirect jobs were created for a total of 3,258 direct and indirect jobs, an increase of 2.6% from 2015. Ms. O'Kelley compared 2016 Randolph County hotel industry performance to 2015 and said: • Hotels revenues increased 2.03% • Occupancy tax revenues reached an all-time high of $930,917, an increase of 9.59% • Average total occupancy reached a high of 64.8%, a 6.75% increase, surpassing 2015's all- time high of 60.7% • ADR (average daily rate) also reached an all-time high of $87.08, up 2.13% from 2015's high of $85.26 • RevPAR (revenue per available room) was $56.40, an increase of 9%, and a record high in Randolph County; this means that for each room sold in 2016 at an average rate of $87.08 per room, the hotel profit was $30.68 • Demand increased 7%, accounting for the increase in ADR and RevPAR, most likely due to the substantial increase in Zoo visitor attendance in 2016 Ms. Kelley said, in regards to the Heart of NC Visitors Bureau, the 2016-17 Marketing Plan & Program of Work, a comprehensive blueprint outlining the concentration of the Authority's marketing and promotional efforts, exhibited the Authority continuing to work with county -wide partners and stakeholders to develop new projects and investment, increase visitor attendance, grow tourism -direct jobs, and increase the visitor spending that creates revenues and tax receipts for the County and its nine municipalities. Efforts in 2016 included support of on-going highway projects including signage impacting the County, development of new hotel product to relieve periods of maxed out lodging inventory during peak visitation months, monitoring of political change that might have decreased Randolph County's attractiveness and visitor perceptions, and continued review of the I-73/74 Visitor Centers operational successes and challenges. Additionally, the Authority funded a feasibility study to address the need for a county agricultural center as identified in the previous year's Randolph County Strategic Plan, funded a conceptual plan for the Deep River Trail to assist Randleman, Asheboro, Franklinville, and Ramseur in seeking and applying for grants that assist with connecting the trail from Randleman to Ramseur, and supported the North Carolina Zoo Vision Plan by assisting the Zoo Communications Department in developing a comprehensive marketing plan to increase their marketing budget and produce measurable results to make the case for a permanently increased budget. A marketing firm has now been hired and the Zoo's increased marketing budget is a reality. Additional HNCVB Goals in 2016 included: • Increased consumer awareness of Randolph County as an affordable, family -friendly, conveniently located travel destination providing signature experiences that visitors cannot get anywhere else by developing the new tag line, "Your Heart's Adventure Awaits." • Ensured that the Authority remained on the cutting edge with social media technologies and marketing strategies that engaged new and existing customers of the destination by moving HeartofNorthCarolina.com to a responsive design website. • Continued to leverage the I-73/74 Visitor Centers as the key tool for promoting unique adventures that pique interest with Randolph County's "drive-thru" visitors. Ms. O'Kelley said the I-73/74 Visitor Centers served 61,198 visitors, the highest number served since the Authority took over the staffing and operations of the Visitor Centers in 2012. They distributed 5,444 North Carolina Travel Guides, 17,800 North Carolina state maps, and 34,464 Heart of North Carolina Visitor Guides. On behalf of the Authority Board, Ms. O'Kelley thanked the Commissioners and county- wide hospitality businesses for their continued support of the Authority. She also applauded the Authority Board and staff members saying, "They are the very heart and soul of the organization, working daily to drive economic success, enhance quality of life, generate tax revenues that support our local governments, and keep citizens of Randolph County employed." She said, "Working together with this strong support system that we have developed county -wide over the past 20 years, we are accomplishing great things for Randolph County every day." Commissioner Frye asked about the recent controversial billboards advertising Kersey Valley's Spookywoods. He said that it was his understanding from the news that the TDA paid for those billboards. Ms. O'Kelley responded that the Randolph County TDA had not paid for any of those. Commissioner McDowell inquired if hotel room availability was low in Asheboro. Ms. O'Kelley said that it was low in both the Asheboro and Archdale areas. She stated that the property on Albemarle Rd. being renovated would not be ready for at least a year. She mentioned another project with Hilton that will be underway soon. She also spoke of having hotel inquiries about the road frontage on the land for the agricultural center. Road Naming Public Hearing Jay Dale, Planning and Zoning Director presented the requests again for Zoo Connector, Zoo Parkway, and Streamside Way as they were tabled at the August meeting in order for the Commissioners to research further. These requests were due to road realignments made by NCDOT as a result of the US Hwy 64 construction project. They were reviewed and recommended for approval by the County Planning Board. A. ZOO CONNECTOR — A new road running east and west approximately 1,400 ft. south from the intersection of Staley's Farm Road and Liberty Circle. B. ZOO PARKWAY — A new road running south approximately 400 ft. south from the intersection of Zoo Parkway and Freedom State Street to the entrance to the NC Zoological Park. C. STREAMSIDE WAY — The existing portion of Zoo Parkway running south starting approximately 800 ft. south from the intersection of Zoo Parkway and Freedom State Street. At 7:23 p.m., the Board entered into a duly advertised public hearing. Ray Thomas, 4263 Zoo Parkway, Asheboro, requested that the Commissioners leave the street name as Zoo Parkway instead of changing it to Streamside Way. Bob Haas, 4073 Zoo Parkway, Asheboro, requested that the Commissioners leave the street name as Zoo Parkway instead of changing it to Streamside Way. Chairman Allen and Commissioner Frye explained that they toured the section of road in question. Chairman Allen said that once the Zoo Connector is completed and Zoo Parkway is rerouted, there will be a cul-de-sac at the end of their street. Their street will no longer be part of Zoo Parkway. He stated that Emergency Services had renamed roads affected by the Hwy 64 construction to best serve the citizens quickly and without confusion. He asked Mr. Thomas and Mr. Haas if they had a name they would prefer that did not include "Zoo Parkway." They requested additional time to propose a different name. Hearing no further comments, Chairman Allen closed the public hearing at 7:35 p.m. On motion of Haywood, seconded by Kidd, the Board voted unanimously, as follows: • to name a new road running east and west approximately 1,400 ft. south from the intersection of Staley's Farm Road and Liberty Circle as Zoo Connector; • to name a new road running south approximately 400 ft. south from the intersection of Zoo Parkway and Freedom State St to the entrance to the NC Zoological Park as Zoo Parkway; • to table the renaming of the existing portion of Zoo Parkway running south starting approximately 800 ft. south from the intersection of Zoo Parkway and Freedom State Street to allow citizens to propose another name. Approval of Amendments to Public Health Fees Public Health Director Susan Hayes presented the amendments the Board of Health have reviewed and then explained the requests for Dental Fees, a Temporary Tattoo Fee, and ServSafe Food Certification Course fees. The Health Department has a new dentist and will be able to provide services that have not been provided in the past. Ms. Hayes requested to establish fees for these new services and increase the $20.00 flat fee to a $30.00 flat fee which has not been changed since 2008. Requested dental fees are as follows: HEALTH DEPARTMENT DENTAL FEES Director's Current Recommended Last CDT Code Description Fee Fee Change for Revision FY 2017-18 D1354 SILVER DIAMINE FLUORIDE $50 New D9230 NITROUS OXIDE SEDATION $60 New D1575 Distal Shoe Space Maintainer $280 New D2933 PRFABR STNLSS STEEL CROWN RSN $250 New WNDOW ESTHET COAT STNLSS STEEL D2934 PRFB $250 New SCAL&ROOT PLAN 4/>TEETH- D4341 QRDNDTL $150 New PRDONTAL SCAL&ROOT PLAN 1-3 D4342 $85 New TEETH Scaling in presence of generalized moderate D4346 or severe gingival inflammation $60 New D4910 PERIODONTAL MAINTENANCE $85 New D7971 EXCISION OF PERICORONAL GINGIVA $200 New PART PULPOTMY APEXOGNEIS PERM D3222 $120 New TOOTH PULPAL THERAPY - ANT PRIMARY D3230 $200 New TOOTH PULPAL THERAPY - POST PRIMARY D3240 $275 New TOOTH D3310 ENDODONTIC THERAPY ANTERIOR $400 New TOOTH D3320 ENDODONTIC THERAPY BICUSPID $475 New TOOTH MOV Dental Minimum Office Visit Self Pay $20.00 $30 2008 MOV Dental: Minimum Office Visit for Special Special $100 New Procedures:Self Pay** Procedures ** Special Procedures are Space Maintenance and Endo Codes She said sometimes local tattoo artists invite visiting guest artists to their establishments for a short period of time (usually weekends) and there is currently not a temporary tattoo permit for this situation. She requested approval of a thirty -day Temporary Tattoo Permit, with an associated fee of $100.00. Food establishments are required to ensure managers and supervisory staff receive food safety training by attending an approved food safety course such as the ServSafe Food Certification Course. Ms. Hayes said the Health Department would like to offer this course and requested approval of the following fees: 0 Class Registration Fee (course, book, exam): $100.00 • Class and Proctored Exam Only Fee: $75.00 • Proctored Exam only Fee: $50.00 On motion of Haywood, seconded by Frye, the Board voted unanimously to adopt the Dental, Temporary Tattoo, and ServSafe Food Certification Course fees, as requested. Approve Resolution to Adopt 2018 Board of Commissioners Regular Meeting Schedule On motion of Kidd, seconded by Frye, the Board voted unanimously to approve the Resolution to adopt the 2018 Board of Commissioners Regular Meeting Schedule as follows: Resolution Adopting 2018 Meeting Schedule of the Randolph County Board of Commissioners WHEREAS, pursuant to N. C. G. S. 153A -40(a), the board of commissioners shall hold a regular meeting at least once a month; and WHEREAS, pursuant to N. C. G. S. 153A -40(a) the board of commissioners may, by resolution, fix the time and place of its regular meetings; and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Randolph County Board of Commissioners hereby adopts the following meeting schedule for all of its 2018 regular meetings: Tuesday, January 2 Monday, February 5 Monday, March 12 (NA Co prior week) Monday, April 2(Easter Monday) Monday, May 7 Monday, June 4 Monday, July 9 Monday, August 6 Tuesday, September 4 Monday, October I Monday, November 5 Monday, December 3 BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the regular meetings shall begin at 6: 00 p.m.; and FURTHER, that all regular meetings shall be held in the 1909 Historic Courthouse, 145-C Worth St., Asheboro, NC 27203; and BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED that the Clerk shall cause a copy of this resolution to be posted and published pursuant to NCGS 153A-40. County Manager's Update County Manager Hal Johnson said the County Abandoned Structures Safety Committee recently met to review the condemnation process that has been underway for over a year on two unsafe and abandoned residences. Condemnation of one property in Kenwood Village and the other on Highway 220 South have taken so long due to the various legal processes required for county governments in North Carolina. State law provides municipalities with a more streamlined process. On the November agenda, Mr. Johnson said he expects a formal report to the Board of Commissioners from the County Abandoned Structures Safety Committee along with a request to seek special legislation giving counties the same legal process and authority as that already delegated to cities. Mr. Johnson said Randolph County employees were recognized last year by the State United Way Organization as a local government Campaign of Excellence. The great news is, so far this year, Randolph County employees have already passed last year's record and there is still a major fundraiser this Thursday with a Chili Cook Off and Pie in the Face beginning at 11:00 a.m. Mr. Johnson commended Paramedics Corey Lee and Todd Stewart who entered the NCOEMS state competition back in July when they first competed at the regional level at Fayetteville Tech. They were deemed regional champions which landed them a spot to compete against other regional winners from across the state. The finals were held October Is' at the state conference in Greensboro and the results will be announced at their annual banquet October 2"d. They competed against Rowan, Mecklenburg, Stokes, and Forsyth counties. Judges are looking at uniforms, attitude, clinical skill, scene management, knowledge of state protocols, and more when choosing a winner. The Open House for the new Animal Shelter will be held sometime before the end of the year. Ms. Hayes had hoped to have an open house in October, but there are a few cosmetic items they want to complete prior to the ribbon cutting. Regional Update Commissioner Frye said that the City of Asheboro has signed a contract with the Piedmont Triad Regional Council (PTRC) to apply and administer some grants on the City's behalf to fund rail infrastructure for Fibertex. Closed Session At 7:49 p.m., on motion of Frye, seconded by Kidd, the Board voted unanimously to go into closed session to discuss matters relating to the location or expansion of business in the area, pursuant to [N. C. G.5.143-318.1 ] (a) (4)J Regular Session Resumed At 8:38 p.m., the Board returned to regular session. Adjournment At 8:39 p.m., on motion of Frye, seconded by McDowell, the Board voted unanimously to adjourn. David L. Allen, Chairman Darrell Frye Stan Haywood Maxton McDowell Kenny Kidd Dana Crisco, Deputy Clerk to the Board