07/02/84Minutes
Randolph County
Board of Commissioners
July 2, 1984
The Randolph County Board of Commissioners met in regular session at 2:00 p.m.
on July 2, 1984 in Courtroom B, Randolph County Courthouse, Asheboro, NC. Present
were Chairman Darrell Frye, Floyd Langley, Kenyon Davidson, and Richard Pugh. Absent
was Richard Petty. Invocation was given by Rev. William Ketchie of St. John's Lutheran
Church in Asheboro.
On motion of Floyd Langley, seconded by Richard Pugh, minutes of the meetings for
June 4, 18, and 25 were approved.
Mrs. Sarah Elizabeth Watts, Randolph County Chairman for the 400th Anniversary
of North Carolina Committee, outlined local and statewide festivities to be held in
celebration of the 400th anniversary of our state and nation. Opening ceremonies will
be held July 13 at Manteo and Roanoke Island, with county banners being displayed and
carried in a parade. Audrey Beck, who is making Randolph's banner, will represent
Randolph County in the parade. Mrs. Beck was to have presented the banner at today's
meeting, but some material has not arrived yet and she has been unable to complete the
banner. On motion of Richard Pugh, seconded by Kenyon Davidson, the Commissioners
unanimously approved a resolution in honor of the 400th Anniversary.
Henry Hedgecock, on behalf of the Committee of Concerned Citizens, and Barry Scott,
on behalf of the Randolph County Board of Education, spoke concerning a serious traffic
problem at Archdale -Trinity Middle School. Mr. Hedgecock presented a petition signed
by 500+ citizens and parents of the school area asking for relief from the traffic
situation. A student traffic count between the hours of 7 a.m. and 8:20 a.m. revealed
an average of 1791 vehicles traveling through the school's intersection. The Board of
Education has adopted a resolution in support of efforts to resolve the problem and is
asking for Commissioners' support. Department of Transportation has not responded to
the resolution sent them by the Board of Education. On motion of Richard Pugh, seconded
by Floyd Langley, the Commissioners unanimously voted to write a resolution in support
of resolving this emergency situation.
As required by law, Tax Supervisor Billy Chilton presented the annual Settlement
Report. Collections for the 83-84 year should be @970; 20 more is secured by land.
Ambulance collections are at 750. Chairman Frye commended Mr. Chilton on his excellent
collection record. Commissioner Pugh echoed these sentiments. On motion of Floyd
Langley, seconded by Richard Pugh, the Commissioners charged Mr. Chilton to collect
taxes for the 1984-85 year.
Marion Smith, Director of Social Services, requested the Commissioners to adjust
compensation for Social Services Board members from $10 per meeting plus mileage to
$15 plus mileage. Commissioner Pugh mentioned that he had been approached by a member
of another county board whose members do not receive any reimbursement, but who would
like to receive mileage or meetings compensation. On motion of Richard Pugh, seconded
by Floyd Langley, the Commissioners voted to take no action on the Social Services
Board at this time, but to study all county boards and their respective amounts of
compensation and to vote on all at one time.
Mr. Smith informed the Commissioners that Randolph County Social Services has
been selected for a pilot program in Adolescent Parenting, which will deal with girls
12-16 years old who are in their first pregnancy. The schools support this program as
a joint effort to retain these girls in the classroom. In 1981 (date of last available
figures), there were 159 pregnancies in Randolph County among unmarried girls aged
10-19; there were 147 pregnancies in married girls 10-19.
Commissioners Minutes
July 2, 1984
page 2
Fire Marshal Don Heard presented contracts between the County and Town of Liberty
for the Northeast Fire District and between the County and Tabernacle Fire Department
for the Tabernacle Fire District. On motion of Kenyon Davidson, seconded by Floyd
Langley, the Commissioners unanimously accepted the two contracts. Copies included
by reference.
On motion of Floyd Langley, seconded by Richard Pugh, the Commissioners unanimously
approved the addition of Friendly Lane in the Friendly Woods Subdivision to the. State
System of Roads. Copies of resolutions included by reference.
Manager Frank Willis explained that bids for County computer upgrades were opened
early in order to have time to sell our current computer system. Bids were submitted
with the understanding that the award of a bid would be contingent upon money available
in the 84-85 budget. Only one bid was received, which was from Fulcrum. On motion of
Floyd Langley, seconded by Kenyon Davidson, the Commissioners unanimously accepted the
bid from Fulcrum and waived the performance bond requirement. Copy of the manager's
bid letter is included by reference.
Commissioner Pugh reported that he had received several requests recently from
citizens to consider a county leash law. Chairman Frye asked the County Attorney to
report at the next meeting on the County's options in this matter.
Commissioner Pugh gave an update on the School Merger Committee he is chairing.
He has named ten members to the committee: Lee Phoenix (Asheboro), John Lawrence
(Ramseur), Earlene Ward (Asheboro), Frank Kime (Liberty), Steve Kanipe (Archdale),
Jesse McNeill (Asheboro), Dot Boling (Randleman), Add Penfield (Asheboro), Johnsie
Brantley (Farmer), and Jack Sugg (Erect). The committee will begin meeting in
September.
On motion of Kenyon Davidson, seconded by Richard Pugh, the Commissioners unani-
mously approved the appointment of Danny Sykes to the Industrial Bond Authority.
The Commissioners discussed the transition for separating the Mental Health Center
from the County. The County will continue to be involved in those areas it is
required by statute to be involved in. The Manager informed the Commissioners that the
County will advertise bids for Mental Health' computer and will have them available by
August. Earl Roberts, Chairman of the Mental Health Board, asked for and received
approval for Lloyd Roghelia, Mental Health Board member who is a CPA, to have access to
relevant County records and to have input into the transition process. Mr. Willis
stated that Mental Health's two priorities must be to get their computer system in
place and to hire what additional staff they will need so that County personnel can
begin training them. Chairman Frye stated that the County will remain responsible for
Mental Health until everyone is comfortable with the change and the transition is
complete.
Chairman Frye reminded Commissioners of the NCACC meeting in Asheville August 9-12.
On motion of Kenyon Davidson, seconded by Floyd Langley, the Commissioners` v
adjourned to a scheduled public hearing at 4:00 p.m. for rezoning requests.
Hal Johnson presented a request from Joseph Edwards, 3038 Green Valley Road,
Asheboro, for a Conditional Use Light Industrial rezoning on approximately 2 acre of
land located behind his residence that would allow him to construct a 30 x 50 addition
to his existing workshop. The Planning Board unanimously recommended that the request
be approved, with the following conditions: (1) The expansion is limited to the 30 x
50 addition; and (2) No lighted sign is permitted on the property.
No person present spoke either in favor of or against this request.
Commissioners Minutes
July 2, 1984
page 3
Hal Johnson presented a request from Gilbert Townsend of Trinity for a Conditional
Use -Light Industrial rezoning for approximately 6 acres of land located on SR 1556.
He wishes to use a portion of the property to store transfer.truck trailers with
tractor trailer exchanges being made. A small grocery store has been located on the
property since 1975. The Planning Board unanimously recommended that the request be
denied on the following grounds: (1) Residential character of the neighborhood; (2)
Safety problems resulting from transfer truck transfer and storage; and (3) No special
conditions could be attached to the request that would ease these existing problems.
Gilbert Townsend, Rt. 3, Trinity, spoke, requesting withdrawal of his request for
the truck storage. He would like rezoning for the grocery store only.
Mr. Johnson informed Mr. Townsend that he must resubmit his application because
rezoning restrictions would be different.
Roger Whitlow, Rt. 3, Trinity, spoke concerning the rezoning process. Only two
townships and the Zoo area are currently zoned by the County. Mr. Whitlow recommended
that the Commissioners zone the entire county, notify all surrounding citizens when a
property is being considered for rezoning, place a sign on the property in question to
let people know it may be.rezoned, and advertise public hearings in the High Point
newspaper for properties in the Archdale -Trinity area.
Mr. Johnson stated that all rezoning for the Archdale -Trinity area is advertised
in The High Point Enterprise.
Joan Whitlow, Rt. 3, Trinity, asked the Commissioners to keep citizens in mind
when rezoning, even if no citizens are present to oppose the rezoning. She pointed out
that many people are not aware of the public hearing or are unable to attend for
various reasons.
Chairman Frye stated that the County is not required to place signs (that is the
property owner's responsibility), but that he thinks it should be the County's
responsibility.
The public hearing was closed and regular session reconvened.
On motion of Richard Pugh, seconded by Floyd Langley, the Commissioners unani-
mously approved the rezoning request of Joseph Edwards.
Having no further business, the meeting adjourned.
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.RANDOLPH COUNTY 1130ARD OF COMMISSIONERS
145 WORTH STREET - ASHEBORO. N. C. 27203
RI'MM ON
WHEREAS, on July 13, 1584, the first English settlers landed on the
shores of North Carolina :in the first of the three renowned Roanoke
Voyages made from 1584 - 1587 from Plymouth, England to Roanoke Island;
and
WHEREAS, these settlements paved the way for future colonies and
were actually the spiritual beginnings of English America: and
WHEREAS, July 1.3, 1984, 400 years later to the day, North Carolina
will launch a three-year celebration commemorating these voyages; and
WHEREAS, all North Carolina counties have been urged to participate
in this 400th anniversary locally; and
WHEREAS, all North Carolina counties have had county committees who
have worked relentlessly in the furtherance of pub -tic awareness of this
project;
NOW, THEREFORE BE: IT RESOLVED by the Randolph County Board of
Commissioners that Randolph County commemorate and celebrate America's
400th birthday during the designated period of July, 1984 - July, 1987.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that we urge our citizens, schools, civic
groups, and other organizations to hold special activities locally in
honor of this 400th anniversary.
THIS the 2nd day of July, 1984.
Darrell L.
Frye, Chhirman
Randolph County Board of Commissioners
RANDOLPH GOUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
145 WORTH STREET - ASHEBORO. N. C. 27203
Resolution
WHEREAS, a serious traffic problem exists on SR 1004, in the area
fronting Archdale -Trinity Middle School, and the east, south, and west
approaches to this area; and
WHEREAS, the existing congested traffic conditions create a situation
which is extremely hazardous to the safety of students, staff, parents,
and the general citizenry;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Randolph County Board of
Commissioners that we support the efforts of the Committee of Concerned
Citizens and the Randolph County Board of Education in seeking relief
from this problem.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that we strongly urge the North Carolina
Department of Transportation to widen the road, add additional left turn
lanes, lengthen existing left turn lanes, and install traffic lights, and
to take immediate action to implement these and any other steps necessary
to correct the existing traffic condition.
This is the 2nd day of July, 1984.
Darrell L. Frye, Chairman
Randolph County Board of Commissioners
R.ANDOLPH COUNTY -BOARD OF `IJOMAIFSSIONERS
145 WORTH STgEET - ASHEBORO. N. C. 27203
ItMOUMON
WHEREAS, the Department of Transportation has investigated Friendly
Lane in Friendly Woods Subdivision; and
WHEREAS, the above-mentioned street has been found to meet minimum
requirements for addition;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Randolph County Board of
Commissioners that Friendly Lane in Friendly Woods Subdivision be added
to the State System of Roads.
This the 2nd day of July, 1984.
Darrell_ L. Frye, Chairman
Randolph County Board of Commissioners
CERTIFICATE
This resolution was duly adopted by the Randolph County Board of
Commissioners at a meeting held on July 2, 1984.
Annie Shaw, Clerk
Randolph County Board of Commissioners
STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
COUNTY OF RANDOLPH
To the Tax Collector of the County of Randolph:
You are hereby authorized, empowered, and commanded to collect
the taxes set forth in the tax records filed in the office of the
Tax Supervisor and in the tax receipts herewith delivered to you,
in the amounts and from the taxpayers likewise therein set forth.
Such taxes are hereby declared to be a first lien upon all real
property of the respective taxpayers in the County of Randolph and
this order shall be a full and sufficient authority to direct,
require, and enable you to leery on and sell any real or personal
property of such taxpayers, for and on account thereof, in
accordance with law.
Witness my hand and official seal, this ,L2 "``Z day of JULY, 1984.
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CHAIRMAN, BOARD OF COMMISSIONZ S
RANDOLPH COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA
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