050696May 6, 1996
The Randolph County Board of Commissioners met in regular session at 4:00 p.m. in the
Commissioners Meeting Room, 725 McDowell Road, Asheboro, NC. Commissioners Kemp, Frye,
Davis, and Holmes were present. Commissioner Comer was absent. Invocation was given by Rev.
Marion Smith, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance by all.
Recognition of Commissioner Frye - Intergovernmental Relations Award
Chairman Kemp announced that Commissioner Darrell Frye has received the 1996 N.C.
Intergovernmental Relations Award, given by the N.C. Councils of Government.
Addition to Agenda
Chairman Kemp announced the addition of a new business item L. Offer to Purchase Real Estate
from County Schools.
Consent Agenda
On motion of Frye, seconded by Holmes, the Board unanimously approved the consent agenda, as
follows:
° approve April 1 and April 24 minutes;
° unseal closed session minutes for 3/13/95 (Item P), 7/10/95, 9/5/95, and 2/12/96
(Item B) regarding Times Fiber Communications (Amphenol Corporation);
° appoint Joanna Lee to a 1 -year initial term on the Nursing/Domiciliary Home Community Advisory
Committee;
° appoint Anthony Gibbons to fill the unexpired term of Lisa Celadon on the Criminal Justice
Partnership Advisory Board (term expires 8/98).
Fiber Optic Cable Service Agreement
David Townsend, Public Works Director, stated that the County's two computer centers are
housed in the 911 Center and the County Office Building. When the new detention facility is
completed, data communications between the 911 Center and the County Office Building must be
connected. Annette Lineberry, Computer Services Director, has explored possible avenues for this
connection, and the most feasible option is with the telephone company, using fiber optic cable
linking the centers. This connection would be owned and maintained by the telephone company.
Annette has received quotes from Sprint/Centel and Time Warner. The five-year Time Warner
quote is $1995 per month per building, which would be $3990 per month immediately. The
Sprint/Centel quote originally required a $1500 installation fee and the following monthly fees: 3 -
year contract - $2350; 4 -year contract - $2025; 5 -year contract - $1830. Sprint/Centel later waived
the installation fee. Payment for this service will come from the 911 budget.
On motion of Holmes, seconded by Frye, the Board unanimously approved a contract with
Sprint/Centel for $1830 a month for 5 years for a fiber optic cable connection between the 911
Center and the Randolph County Office Building and authorized the County Manager to sign the
contract after the County Attorney has approved it.
Communication Link Between the 911 Center and the Centura Building
Mr. Townsend stated that after the Elections and Register of Deeds Departments move to the old
Centura Building, we will need to continue to service the Clerk of Court with data from the County
computer systems. Computer Services recommends using fiber optic cable to make the connections
from the 911 Center to the Courthouse and from the 911 Center to the old Centura Building. This
cable will be installed by a contractor but will be owned by the County. Mr. Townsend said he has
received informal bids from Liberty Data ($43,342.40) and Sprint/Centel ($22,598.27) for this work.
Funds are available from the Centura Building Renovations account.
On motion of Davis, seconded by Holmes, the Board unanimously awarded a contract to
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Sprint/Centel for $22,598.27 for this installation.
Closing of Register of Deeds Office During Move
Ann Shaw, Register of Deeds, requested permission to close her office on the Friday before and
the Monday after her department's relocation from the Courthouse to the old Centura Building. A
tentative moving date of Saturday and Sunday, June 15 and 16 has been set. Ms. Shaw stated that
she will use fliers, posted notices, and newspaper announcements to notify her users.
On motion of Frye, seconded by Davis, the Board unanimously approved the closing of the
Register of Deeds office for the two work days surrounding this move.
Renewal of Contract for IV -D Special Deputy
Carolyn Dickerson, Supervisor of the Child Support Enforcement Section office in Asheboro,
advised the Board that the IV -D special deputy project, approved a year ago, has been very
successful. She said that prior to this arrangement 40-45% of their papers were processed by
deputies. Now with one specialized deputy, 75% of the papers are served. She asked the Board to
renew the contract for FY 1996-97.
On motion of Frye, seconded by Holmes, the Board unanimously approved a renewal contract
with the State for the IV -D Special Deputy Program.
Concealed Handgun Permit Program and Budget Amendment
Hal Scott, Jr., Personnel Director, reported that fees generated from concealed handgun permits
have not produced sufficient revenues to pay the salaries of the 3 positions allocated in December,
1995, to staff this program. The program will generate an estimated $16,350 this fiscal year, but the
Sheriffs Department can absorb the estimated deficit of $34,662 with lapsed salaries and fringe
benefits in this fiscal year. It is estimated that the program will generate $30,000 - $35,000 in fiscal
year 1996-97, and that salaries and fringe benefits will cost $80,855. At present, the lieutenant and
clerk are handling this program, as well as all gun permits and the sexual offender registration
program. The deputy hired for this program has been placed in the patrol unit.
On motion of Davis, seconded by Holmes, the Board unanimously approved Budget Amendment
#43 (ATTACHED), which increases the Sheriffs budget by $16,3 50, the estimated revenues for this
fiscal year for the concealed handgun permit program.
The Board deferred making a decision on the 3 positions allocated for this program until budget
deliberations in June.
Offer to Purchase Real Estate from County Schools
Bob Wilhoit, attorney for the Randolph County Board of Education, reminded the Commissioners
that whenever a local school board wishes to dispose of surplus property, it must afford the County
Commissioners of that county the first opportunity to purchase the property. He said that the
Randolph County Board of Education wishes to dispose of the old Brower School, which has been
used as a storage facility for the school system. This facility will no longer be needed upon the
completion of the new school bus garage. The old garage will become the school system's storage
facility. Mr. Wilhoit stated that the Coleridge -Erect Volunteer Fire Department is interested in
purchasing the Brower School property.
On motion of Frye, seconded by Holmes, the Board declined to purchase Brower School.
Budget Amendment - Economic Development
Walter Sprouse, Randolph County Economic Development Corporation, requested a contribution
of $278,785 to the Town of Liberty, to be used for the extension of water and sewer lines and the
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construction of a water tank for Amphenol Corporation. Amphenol is constructing a 150,000
square foot manufacturing facility to produce coaxial cable. The company will employ
approximately 200 people at the new plant and have an investment of $15,000,000. New water and
sewer lines will also benefit residences and businesses along SR 1006 south of Liberty and will
enhance the marketability of existing industrial sites in that area.
On motion of Holmes, seconded by Davis, the Board unanimously approved Budget Amendment
#38 (ATTACHED), which appropriates $278,785 from Fund Balance as a contribution to the Town
of Liberty for economic development.
Public Hearing - Industrial Revenue Bonds for Ornamental Mouldings
At 5:00 p.m. the Board adjourned to a duly advertised public hearing to consider industrial
revenue bond financing of not more than $4,500,000 for Ornamental Mouldings in Archdale.
Bill Ivey, attorney for the Randolph County Industrial Facilities and Pollution Control Financing
Authority, stated that the Authority has given initial approval to this project.
Mary Nash Rusher, bond attorney for Ornamental Mouldings, explained that industrial revenue
bonds can be used for manufacturing only. To be eligible, a company must create one job for each
$75,000 of revenue bonds financed and must pay a salary equal to or greater than the average salary
in the County. General statutes require that the County Commissioners approve the project in
principle and approve the bonds themselves. Ms. Rusher stated that financing for the proposed
bonds has already been arranged through Wachovia.
Wayne Eydt of Ornamental Mouldings provided information on the company and said the
proposed project would double the size of their facility.
Chairman Kemp asked for comments from the floor. Hearing none, he closed the public hearing.
On motion of Frye, seconded by Davis, the Board unanimously adopted a resolution
(ATTACHED) approving the project in principle and approving the issuance of the bonds.
Budget Amendment - Library
Richard Wells, Library Director, advised the Board that the Randolph County Heritage Book
Committee donated the unsold copies of their publication Randolph County Heritage - North
Carolina to the Randolph Room, with proceeds from the sale of these books to be used for Randolph
Room needs. The greatest need is for a microfilm reader/printer. This equipment cannot be
purchased until the proceeds from the sale of the books are added into the budget.
On motion of Holmes, seconded by Davis, the Board unanimously approved Budget Amendment
#42 (ATTACHED), which adds $6,000 to the Library budget from the sale of these books.
Bid Award for Floor Covering for Centura Building
Frank Willis, County Manager, reported that Bill McDaniel had taken informal bids for carpet and
the for renovation of the old Centura Building, as follows:
Wholesale Carpet Distributors $17,799.00
Flinchum's Quality Floors, Inc. 13,113.08
L & M Floor Coverings 13,108.24
On motion of Frye, seconded by Holmes, the Board unanimously accepted the low bid of L & M
Floor Coverings at $13,108.24.
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Budget Schedule
On motion of Holmes, seconded by Davis, the Board unanimously adopted their 1996-97 budget
schedule, including a public hearing on the proposed budget at 8:00 p.m. on June 17, 1996.
July Meeting Date
On motion of Frye, seconded by Holmes, the Board unanimously voted to hold their regular July
meeting on July 8.
Alternate US 311 Routes
Hal Johnson, Planning Director, presented an update on the State's proposed alternate routes for
U.S. Highway 311, along with an analysis of each proposed route. Construction is to begin in 1998.
The Board discussed the various proposals, but they did not feel ready to recommend one route
over the others at this time.
"Welcome to Randolph County" Sims
Mr. Johnson stated that during the County's strategic planning process, citizens often commented
about various county welcome signs as they travel across the state. He noted that 78" x 42" signs
can be purchased from Correction Enterprises at $230 each, plus a one-time set-up fee of $80. The
State Department of Transportation will install the signs at no charge. County Planning staff have
surveyed highway routes into the County and have recommended 14 sites for welcome sign
placement. Also, the Strategic Implementation Committee has recommended that the slogan "Home
of the North Carolina Zoo" be placed on the signs. Mr. Johnson said the cost for this project could
be covered from the Planning Department budget.
On motion of Holmes, seconded by Davis, the Board unanimously approved the placement of 16
signs: the 14 recommended, one for NC Hwy 22 at the Guilford County line, and one for NC Hwy
49 at the Alamance County line.
Budget Amendment - Cooperative Extension
Lynn Qualls, Cooperative Extension, reported that Cooperative Extension and Public Works
jointly applied for and received a grant of $7,400 to be used for a pesticide container recycling
project. She explained the method and siting of the collection and recycling process.
On motion of Frye, seconded by Holmes, the Board unanimously approved Budget Amendment
#41 (ATTACHED), which places the $7,400 grant into the Cooperative Extension budget.
Budget Amendment - Detention Center Capital Proiect Fund
Mr. Willis announced that all borrowed funds for the construction of a detention center will soon
be spent and that it is now time to transfer previously designated funds from the Fund Balance of
the General Fund to the Randolph County Detention Center Capital Project Fund.
On motion of Davis, seconded by Holmes, the Board unanimously approved Budget Amendment
#39 (ATTACHED), which appropriates $3,695,000 of Fund Balance as a contribution to the
Detention Center Capital Project Fund. Of the $3,695,000, $700,000 will come from accumulated
court facility fees.
Budget Amendment - CBA
On motion of Holmes, seconded by Davis, the Board unanimously approved Budget Amendment
#40 (ATTACHED), which reflects an additional $4,705 from the State and a private donation of
$350 for the CBA program. Plans are to fund a camp for youth at risk.
Rezoning Public Hearing
May 6, 1996
At 6:30 p.m. the Board adjourned to a duly advertised public hearing to consider rezoning
requests. Hal Johnson, Zoning Administrator, presented the following requests:
1. KMC,LLC, Asheboro, is requesting that 190 acres on Thayer Road, Tabernacle Township, be
rezoned from RA to RR for an 89 -lot subdivision. The Planning Board unanimously recommended
approval.
2. Ronnie Steve Hinesley, Asheboro, is requesting that 5 acres (out of 20) on 378 Jones Road,
Tabernacle Township, be rezoned from RA to RM/CU to develop a 4 -space mobile home park. The
Planning Board unanimously recommended approval.
3. James Ray & Nellie Stanley, Ramseur, are requesting that 2.4 acres on Hwy 49, Columbia
Township, be rezoned from RR to RA to down -size the property. The Planning Board unanimously
recommended approval.
4. Garland & Brenda Dillard, Climax, are requesting that 5 acres (out of 20.8) on SR 2402,
Providence Township, be rezoned from RA to LI/CU to develop a salvage yard for derelict
automobiles with an office building. The Planning Board unanimously recommended denial, noting
that this site is in a watershed and is mostly RA. Mr. Johnson noted that Mr. Dillard is already
operating a salvage yard there out of compliance with the County's junked vehicle ordinance.
5. Allen Bullard, Asheboro, is requesting that 104.86 acres on Wayne White Road, Providence
Township, be rezoned from RA to RR to develop an 80 -lot subdivision. The Planning Board
unanimously recommended approval.
Comments - Request #1
Ken McDowell, applicant, said he has easements to get a road into the development and that,
since the entrance is wooded, very few houses will be seen from the road.
Comments - Request #2
Steve Hinesley, applicant, stated that the proposed mobile home park will be behind his home,
that he will screen applicants, and that it will look nice.
Comments - Request #3
No one spoke.
Comments - Request #4
Allen Sigmon stated that Mr. Dillard's vehicles are 120' from his (Mr. Sigmon's) property line and
that the number (200-300) has continued to grow over the last 18 years. He voiced concern for
environmental pollution from leaks of various vehicle fluids over the years. He said he is afraid his
well will become contaminated in the future. He asked who would be responsible for paying for a
new well. Mr. Dillard has his property for sale and may not be around when Mr. Sigmon's well
becomes contaminated. He asked when the County would make Mr. Dillard move his vehicles off
the property if his request is denied.
Mr. Johnson told Mr. Sigmon that the County would take legal action against Mr. Dillard, if
necessary, through the County Attorney.
Alan Pugh, County Attorney, advised Mr. Sigmon to call the State's Water Quality Section about
his groundwater concerns.
Melvin Hinshaw said he owns 36 acres on the east side of the junkyard but that he is unable to
sell it because of the appearance of Mr. Dillard's property.
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Comments - Request #5
Allen Bullard said that he may change the name of this development to Willow Creek and that
streets will be built to state standards.
Jimmy Ward, adjoining property owner, opposed this development, calling it spot zoning
because of mobile home parks that are already in the area.
Chairman Kemp closed the public hearing.
Board Action on Requests
On motion of Frye, seconded by Holmes, the Board unanimously approved the request of
KMC,LLC.
On motion of Holmes, seconded by Frye, the Board unanimously approved the request ofRonnie
Steve Hinesley.
On motion of Holmes, seconded by Davis, the Board unanimously approved the request of James
Ray and Nellie Stanley.
On motion of Davis, seconded by Holmes, the Board unanimously denied the request of Garland
and Brenda Dillard.
On motion of Frye, seconded by Davis, the Board unanimously approved the request of Allen
Bullard.
Adjournment
The meeting adjourned at 7:15 p.m.
Phil Kemp, Chairman
Harold Holmes
Alice Dawson, Clerk to the Board
Darrell Frye
Robert Davis