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12/03/84MINUTES RANDOLPH COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS December 3, 1984 The Randolph County Board of Commissioners met in regular session at 2:00 p.m., December 3, 1984, in Courtroom B, County Courthouse, Asheboro, NC. Present were Chairman Darrell Frye, Floyd Langley, Kenyon Davidson, Richard Pugh and Richard Petty. Invocation was given by Rev. Joe Edwards of"Mountain of Faith Christian Church, Asheboro. On motion of Richard Pugh, seconded by Richard Petty, the minutes of the November 5 meeting were unanimously approved. Chairman Frye presented a proclamation of appreciation to Commissioner Richard Pugh, who is going off the Board after twelve years of service. Mr. Pugh spoke in appreciation of Randolph County citizens and employees for their support of the Board over the years. Copy included by reference. On motion of Richard Pugh, seconded by Kenyon Davidson, the Board adjourned. At 2:30 p.m. in Courtroom B, Superior Court Judge Rusty Walker conducted the swearing in of newly elected Commissioners Clinton Comer and Kenyon Davidson. At 2:45 p.m. the new Board convened. Upon nomination of Floyd Langley, Darrell Frye was elected to serve in the post of Chairman for the next year. Upon nomination of Kenyon Davidson, Floyd Langley was elected to serve as Vice Chairman for the next year. Manager Frank Willis recommended that Alice Dawson, administrative assistant in the County Manager's office, be named Clerk to the Board since the Register of Deeds does not attend meetings. On motion of"Richard Petty, seconded by Floyd Langley, the Commissioners unanimously appointed Alice Dawson to serve as Clerk to the Board for the next year. Chairman Frye announced that the meeting would adjourn to the Sheriff's building for a special agenda item and that the meeting would be in session upon arrival there. In the lobby of the Sheriff's building, Chairman Frye read a resolution honoring Richard Pugh by naming the Sheriff's building the Pugh Law Enforcement Center. On motion of Kenyon Davidson, seconded by Floyd Langley, the Commissioners unanimously approved this resolution. Mr. Frye then unveiled a plaque bearing this title, which will be placed permanently in the foyer of the building. Copy of resolution included by reference. County Attorney Alan Pugh read a congratulatory telegram from Senator Jesse Helms to outgoing Commissioner Richard Pugh. Sheriff Robert Mason added his comments concerning the contributions to law enforcement and the Sheriff's Department that Commissioner Pugh had made during the past. Mr. Pugh stated that the credit for upgrading the Sheriff's Department should be shared with many others who had worked diligently in the past. He added that the naming of the building for him is the greatest honor he has ever received. The meeting reconvened in Courtroom B. Neil Allen, Emergency Services Director, requested Commissioner approval of a mutual aid agreement for emergency medical services among all the counties of North Carolina. On motion of Floyd Langley, seconded by Kenyon Davidson, the Commissioners unanimously approved the agreement. Copy included by reference. Commissioners Minutes December 3, 1984 Page 2 Fire Marshal Don Heard requested the Commissioners to adopt a resolution qualifying the Northeast Randolph Fire District for the 4 -mile fire insurance rating. On motion of Kenyon Davidson, seconded by Floyd Langley, the Board unanimously approved the map and boundary description of the district. On motion of Floyd Langley, seconded by Clinton Comer, the Board unanimously approved the application for Liberty Fire Department to qualify as the fire department to provide fire protection to the Northeast Randolph Fire District. On motion of Kenyon Davidson, seconded by Floyd Langley, the Board unanimously approved a proclamation of appreciation for Walter Dean Hunt, on his retirement. On motion of Floyd Langley, seconded by Kenyon Davidson, the Board unanimously approved the Department of Transportation's request to add Arlington Drive and Medfield Circle in the Green Acres Subdivision to the State System of Roads. On motion of. Floyd Langley, seconded by Kenyon Davidson, the Board unanimously approved the addition of Accounting Technician III, Grade 63, to the County Pay Plan. I Tax Supervisor Billy Chilton reported that notices of new values for taxpayers will be mailed over a 3 -week period in December. Mr. Chilton advised the Board that special phone lines have been installed in Courtroom B for people who have questions about their values and/or want to make an appointment with an appraiser to discuss property values. Computer terminals will also be installed in Courtroom B so that appraisers can instantly access information for any property owner. Chairman Frye announced that since Revaluation personnel will be using Courtroom B during January and February, the Commissioners will meet those two months in the Confer- ence Room of the Asheboro Library. had been received Chairman Frye reported that six proposals,/for a feasibility study for a county water system. Mr. Frye emphasized to those present that the Board of Commissioners has not endorsed a particular water system. Rather, they have an idea they want to study to see if it is feasible. A committee composed of Frank Willis, Darrell Frye, and Clinton Comer reviewed the bids received. Four ranged from $20,000-$48,000. Both of the other two bids were less than half of the $20,000 bid. The committee's recom- mendation was to consider the two low bids further and to make a final decision at the January meeting. Mr. Frye noted that the Board had received proposals from some excellent firms. The two low bids are from Randolph County firms, who are familiar with the area and data and who have done past work which gives them a distinct advantage with this proposal. The Manager is to inform the four firms whose bids were rejected. County Attorney Alan Pugh gave an update on the request from Ramseur's recreation department to use a portion of Caviness School. A memorandum of understanding is being drawn up between the County Board of Education, the Board of Commissioners, and the City of Ramseur. The agreement will be ready for Commissioner approval at their January meeting. Mr. Pugh noted that when the County stops using Caviness for the Willie M. program, the deed title will revert to the School Board. On motion of Floyd Langley, seconded by Clinton Comer, the Board unanimously approved the appointment of Randy Smith and Curtis Small to a two-year term on the Fire Commission. On motion of Clinton Comer, seconded by Kenyon Davidson, the Board unanimously approved the reappointment of Watson Millikan to the Tax Commission for a three-year term. Commissioners Minutes December. 3, 1984 Page 3 On motion of Floyd Langley, seconded by Clinton Comer, the Board unanimously appointed Darrell Frye as PTCOG delegate for 1984-85. On motion of Floyd Langley, seconded by Clinton Comer, the Board unanimously approved budget amendments presented by Frank Willis. Copies included by reference. On motion of Kenyon Davidson, seconded by Clinton Comer, the Commissioners adjourned to a scheduled public hearing at 4:00 p.m. Mr. Hal Johnson, Director of Planning, presented the following request: Mr. Vernon Doyle of High Point is requesting that approximately 4 acres located on the corner of Trinity Street (SR 1558) and Prospect Street Extension (SR 1619); Zoning Map 1-1; Trinity Township; be rezoned from its current zoning classification of Residential -Agricultural to Light Industrial. The Planning Board met November 28, 1984 and recommended approval of this request. Chairman Frye asked if anyone present in favor of this request wished to speak. Mr. Vernon Doyle of High Point spoke, stating that he planned to employ a maximum of five employees in his machine shop if rezoning if granted. No one spoke in opposition of this request. Chairman Frye declared the public hearing closed. On motion of Kenyon Davidson, seconded by Clinton Comer, the Board unanimously approved the rezoning request. Having no further business, the Board adjourned. 4 1 4 4 RANDOIF,P-a COUNTY BOARD Or COM1FUSSIONEI2S 145 WORTH STREET - ASHEBORO. N. C. 27203 WHEREAS, WALTER DEAN HUNT has, in his employment with Randolph County, proven to be a professional and dependable: employee; and WHEREAS, Mr. Hunt's law enforcement experience and expertise have made him a valuable asset to Randolph County in his role as Chief Jailer; and WHEREAS, Mr. Hunt is retiring from employment with Randolph County December 31, 1984; and WHEREAS, Randolph County desires to recognize Mr. Hunt for his six years of service; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT PROCLAIMED by the Randolph County Board of Commissioners that we express our appreciation for the services of Mr. Walter Dean Hunt and that, on behalf of all our citizens, we wish him a long and prosperous retirement. `Phis the 3rd day of December, 1.984. Darrell L. Frye, Chairlman Randolph County Board of Commissioners RANDOLPH COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS 145 WORTH STREET - ASHEBORO, N. C. 27203 RESOLUTION WHEREAS, Richard Pugh, during his tenure as County Commissioner, took a personal interest in the needs of law enforcement in Randolph County and always took time to become involved in and help solve the problems of the Sheriff's Department; and WHEREAS, Richard Pugh was instrumental in the upgrading of the Sheriff's Department and was largely responsible for making this department the professional organization that it is today; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Randolph County Board of Commissioners that we honor Richard Pugh by naming the building housing the Sheriff's Department the Pugh Law Enforcement Center. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that we commemorate this occasion by placing a plaque bearing this title in the front entrance of said building. This the 3rd day of December, 1984. Darrell L. Frye, ChairMan Randolph County Board of Commissioners RANDOT,PFI COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS 145 WORTH STREET - ASHEBORO• N. C. 27203 IIIx.`717;i[11Y[�1►1 WHEREAS, the Department of Transportation has investigated Arlington Drive and Medfield Circle in the Green Acres Subdivision; and WHEREAS, these streets meet minimum requirements for addition; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Randolph County Board of Commissioners that a portion of Arlington Drive (from SR 2611 to the intersection of Medfield Circle) and Medfield Circle in the Green Acres Subdivision be added to the State System of Roads. This the 3rd day of December, 1984. Darrell L. Frye, Chair an Randolph County Board of Commissioners CERTIFICATE This is to certify that the foregoing resolution was duly adopted at a meeting of the Randolph County Board of Commissioners on December 3, 1984. Alice D. Dawson, Clerk to the Board Randolph County Board of Commissioners O O .- - =9;9-629-2131 COUNTY OF RAN DOLP 145 WORTH STREET — ASHEBORO, N. C. 27203 a TO: Board of County Commissioners FROM: Tial Johnson, Director ofPlanning SUB:jECT: RE -ZONING REQUEST _ 4:00 p.m. December 3, 1984 The following request for re -zoning is scheduled for Public Hearing at 4:00 p. m. : P. 0. BOX 771 A. Vernon Doyle, High Point, North Carolina, is requesting that approximately 4 acres located on the corner of Trinity Street (SR ;1558) and Prospect Street Ext. (SR #1619); Zoning Map 1-1.; Trinity Township; be re -zoned from it's current zoning classification of Residential -Agricultural to Light Industrial. The County Planning Board will review this request after Public }leaning on November 28, 1984. Recommendations from the Planning Board will be ::available at the Board of Commissioners' meeting on December 3. Background_ Information: The area to be considered is located :in an Industrial/ Commercial development: zone. Industrial and Manufacturing facilities including_ major trucking terminals are located adjacent to the property. No citizen opposition has been received or is expected by the Planning, Board concerning this request for property re -zoning.