070885MINUTES
RANDOLH OOUNTY COMMISSINERS
July 8, 1985
The Randolph County Board of Commissioners met in regular session at 2:00 p.m. on
July 8, 1985. Commissioners present were Chairman Darrell Frye, Floyd Langley,
Kenyon Davidson and Clinton Comer. Absent was Richard Petty. Invocation was given
by Rev. Maria Bliss, Supervisor of Board of Elections.
On motion of Kenyon Davidson, seconded by Floyd Langley, the minutes of the June 3,
June 11, June 18, and June 24 meetings were approved.
Donald Keeton, sales representative from Norfolk Southern Corporation, came before
the Board to request the adoption of a resolution supporting Norfolk Southern's bid
to buy Conrail from the government. Darrell Frye noted that Davidson County, Greens-
boro, Guilford County, Alamance County, Troy, Montgomery County, Asheboro, Asheboro -
Randolph Chamber of Commerce, and PTCOG have adopted such a resolution of support.
Mr. Keeton pointed out that Elizabeth Dole, Director of Transportation, has
recommended Norfolk Southern be awarded the bid to buy Conrail, but Congress must
approve it. On motion of Clinton Comer, seconded by Floyd Langley, the Board
unanimously adopted a resolution supporting Norfolk Southern's bid to buy Conrail.
On motion of Kenyon Davidson, seconded by Clinton Comer, the Board unanimously
appointed Darrell Frye as their voting delegate at the NCACC annual conference in
Raleigh August 8-11, and appointed Floyd Langley alternate voting delegate.
On motion of Clinton Comer, seconded by Floyd Langley, the Board unanimously approved
the addition of Behavioral Programming Specialist I (Grade 62) to the County pay plan.
On motion of Kenyon Davidson, seconded by Floyd Langley, the Board unanimously
approved the reappointment of Dr. James Kinlaw, Jr. and Judge William Neely to the
Mental Health Board.
On motion of Floyd Langley, seconded by Clinton Comer, the Board unanimously approved
the adoption of an updated Appendix A and B of the Personnel Ordinance to reflect the
change in salary figures and ranges resulting from the 5% across-the-board raise
employees received July 1.
On motion of Clinton Comer, seconded by Floyd Langley, the Board adjourned the meeting
at 2:30 for a scheduled public hearing on industrial revenue bonds for United Brass.
A copy of these proceedings is included by reference.
On motion of Floyd Langley, seconded by Clinton Comer, the Board unanimously approved
in principal $1.7 million in revenue bonds for United Brass.
On motion of Clinton Comer, seconded by Floyd Langley, the Board adjourned the
meeting at 3:00 for a scheduled public hearing held jointly with the Department of
Transportation concerning the Secondary Roads Construction Program for 1985-86.
Richard Pugh, member of the State Board of Transportation, introduced Lex Kelly, new
District Engineer, to the Commissioners. He also introduced Bob Nelson, Maintenance
Engineer, and Fred Whitesell, Transportation Board member from Aberdeen. Mr. Pugh
stated that the new Transportation Board had not had the opportunity to evaluate
the current point system yet and may make some changes in it; therefore, the priority
list submitted today will be for one year only.
Lex Kelly presented the priority list in its entirety. The following citizens spoke:
1. Esther Butler (SR 2463) stated that since SR 2464 entrance to Highway 421 has
been closed, SR 2464 residents must travel SR 2463 to get to and from their homes.
This has created a lot of extra traffic on SR 2463. There are 6 businesses within a
.2 mile section of SR 2464 right where it intersects with SR 2463.
2. Hampton Pike (SR 2464) asked that consideration be given to the .2 mile area on
SR 2464 for paving because of the 6 businesses in that area.
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3. Kelly Lee (SR 2824) asked that all money not be spent before getting to SR 2824,
which is #5 on the priority list for paving.
4. Gladys Berry (SR 2474) asked that consideration be given to her road for paving.
Her husband has a lung disease caused by dust and there are 17 homes on the road.
5. Gladys Brown (SR 2138) asked for consideration on paving her road.
6. Guy Wright (SR 2458) asked why his road had dropped in priority from #2 to #10.
Mr. Kelly told Mr. Wright that he would check the old priority lists to see where
SR 2458 had been in years past.
7. Vernon Pugh (SR 2136) spoke on behalf of paving his road.
Chairman Frye asked if anyone else wished to speak and no one spoke. On motion of
Floyd Langley, seconded by Clinton Comer, the Board of Commissioners declared the
public hearing closed.
Chairman Frye advised those present that roads are not a responsibility of the
County Commissioners. Since the 1930's roads have been the responsibility of the
state.
Richard Pugh added that if the County Commissioners think a road should be paved
out of priority, they can recommend such an action to him and he will take the
request to the full Board of Transportation. He noted that the state allocates
1 3/8� per gallon gas tax for secondary road construction.
Billy Chilton presented the annual settlement report, as required by law. On motion
of Kenyon Davidson, seconded by Clinton Comer, the Board unanimously accepted the
settlement report for 1984-85. Copy included by reference.
On motion of Clinton Comer, the Board charged the tax collector to collect taxes
for 1985-86.
Joe Hardee, President of Black & Veatch, Inc., gave a report on the water feasibility
study his company did for Randolph County. The study was broken down into three
areas: (1) the various organizations or legal entities by which the County could
construct and operate a water system, (2) technical feasibility, and (3) financial
feasibility. Several town managers and mayors were present for this presentation.
Chairman Frye said he would like to arrange a night meeting to further discuss the
metropolitan water district concept and the development of Polecat Creek.
Ed Gavin, County Attorney, introduced a proposed noise ordinance for Randolph
County. There was some general discussion about the ordinance, but no action was
taken. Mr. Frye asked the press to publicize the fact that the County is considering
a noise ordinance and that the Commissioners are seeking input from the citizens on
the need and content of such an ordinance.
On motion of Floyd Langley, seconded by Kenyon Davidson, the Board unanimously
agreed to contract with the Department of Transportation to pave the road into the
landfill.
On motion of Clinton Comer, seconded by Floyd Langley, the Board unanimously
approved a budget amendment to encumber purchase orders from the 84-85 fiscal year
which have to be carried forward into the 85-86 fiscal year. Copy included by reference.
On motion of Kenyon Davidson, seconded by Clinton Comer, the Board adjourned.
AMENDMENT TO THE
RANDOLPH COUNTY BUDGET ORDINANCE
FISCAL YEAR 1985-1986
WHEREAS, the Randolph County Budget Ordinance for the Fiscal Year 1985-1986
was adopted by the Randolph County Board of Commissioners on June 24, 1985 and;
WHEREAS, it is deemed necessary to make amendments to this Ordinance;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the following necessary amendments be
modified in the Budget Ordinance for Fiscal Year 1985-1986:
APPROPRIATIONS
INCREASE DECREASE
Historical Inventory Grant
4,367
Social Services
650
Public Bldg. - Court Facilities
945.
Sheriff & Jail
9,635
Public Health
68,379
Tax
992
Public Bldg. - Maintenance
8,620
Emergency Services
40,434
Administration/Finance
1,161
ESTIMATED REVENUES INCREASE DECREASE
Fund Balance Appropriated 135,183
TOTAL 1985-1986 AMENDED BUDGET IS $ 19,568,783
This the 8th day of July , 198 5.
NOTE: Reserved for encumbrances