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PRE -AGENDA MINUTES
October 17, 2017
The Iredell County Board of Commissioners met in pre -agenda session on Tuesday,
October 17, 2017 at 5:00 PM, in the Iredell County Government Center (South Wing Conference
Room), 200 South Center Street, Statesville, NC.
Board Members Present
Chairman James B. Mallory III
Vice Chairman Tommy Bowles
Gene Houpe
Marvin Norman
Board Members Absent
Jeff McNeely
Staff present: County Manager Ron Smith, County Attorney Lisa Valdez, Deputy County
Manager Beth Jones, Assistant County Manager Susan Robertson, Finance Director Debra Alford,
Strategic Planner Ben Stikeleather, and Clerk to the Board Retha Gaither.
CALL TO ORDER: Chairman James Mallory called the meeting to order.
ADJUSTMENTS TO THE AGENDA: County Manager Ron Smith made the following
adjustment:
Add: Closed Session — Economic Development G.S. 143-318.11 (a) (4)
Correction: Administrative Matters Item VIIL1 has a Public Hearing date of October 17
but it should be November 7.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
Request from Planning and Development to consider a request by the Town of
Mooresville, to release zoning and subdivision jurisdiction of five parcels to the Town of
Mooresville: Planning Director said there were no real updates and no one from Mooresville will
be in attendance.
Vice Chairman Bowles asked about the two parcels left in the middle creating a "donut
hole."
Todd said if the Town requests more than five then they have to hold their own public input
meeting which means the Town must notify every one of the actions. If the request is five or less,
then a public input is not required, according to the County's ordinance. It was up to Mooresville
to determine which five they requested.
ADMINISTRATIVE MATTERS
Request from ICATS to call for a public hearing on November 7, 2017 to seek input
about ICATS application for FTA (Administrative, Capital, and Operating) Grants: County
Manager Ron Smith brought attention to the blanks left in the agenda memo. This is due to a
timeline of the State and this information wasn't available.
ICATS Brad Johnson said the request is to call for the public hearing on November 7, 2017.
A state-wide training session is scheduled for Thursday, October 19. This training will have an
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allocation model for the rural money. The consolidated capital project for FYI 8/19 is different
because of the status of urban versus rural. ICATS is eligible for $230,000 for Admin, $1.2 million
for replacing 12 vehicles and $950,000 for Operations. A breakdown should be available after
Thursday's training.
Commissioner Houpe asked that the information be sent to the Commissioners as soon as
possible.
This item was placed on the consent agenda.
Request from the Finance Department for approval of BA#12 to appropriate lease
proceeds for technology improvements: Finance Director Deb Alford said the Board had already
approved the lease/purchase of the SANS (Area network system for IT). For generally accepted
accounting principles, the revenue of the lease and the expense of the assets should be recorded.
The budget amendment will show in total that the $831,000 is recorded.
This item was placed on the consent agenda.
BA#12
To recognize the value of an IBM lease as Financing Proceeds and appropriate
the Lease/Purchase of Technology
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Account #
Current Budget
Chane
Amended Budget
104880 490800
Capitalized Leases
(831,923)
(831,923)
105445 6101.50
Depreciable Assets - Tech
139,368
831,923
971,291
Request from Building Standards for approval and award of a sole -source purchase
contract with Selectron to acquire an upgrade to its Interactive Voice Response software:
Building Standards Director Lynn Niblock said the permitting software contract was awarded to
Superion in August. This is the last piece of that project which is the implementation of the
software and the work to be done by Selectron on the Interactive Voice Response (IVR). This will
allow inspectors to access more information, automatically send inspection results notification to
contractors, and facilitate easier reassignments of inspections. Superion and Selectron are business
partners who have worked together on many projects and are excellent vendors.
Commissioner Norman asked if all information could be sent directly to the inspector in
the field.
Niblock said yes, that is correct. The total acquisition is $135,600 but will only spend
$35,400 in the current budget year which is already in the budget. The following year a balance of
$100,200 will be due. Selectron provided a discount of $57,500 in part due to being a long term
customer and in part because part of some work already completed. The integration time should
be reduced and this program is very user friendly for staff and customers.
Chairman Mallory asked about specific capabilities of this program.
Niblock said the inspectors will be able to submit and receive information in the field
without having to come into the office. There will be an additional capability to notify the
contractor immediately when the inspection is complete. Also, the system will send notification of
upcoming permit expirations.
This item was placed on the consent agenda.
Request from Planning and Development to consider an application to utilize the
High Density Option to allow development of an office/warehouse building: Planning Director
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Matthew Todd said the Land Development Code regulates the percentage of impervious coverage
based on the protected watersheds in the County. The County administers the State's regulations.
This particular area is limited to 24% impervious. This means that only 24% of a lot can be
developed with driveways and/or buildings. To go over that percentage a request must be approved
by the Board of Commissioners. The Board can approve up to 50%. However, if approval is given
then there is another set of requirements the owner must meet, such as a retention pond to manage
the storm water and bonding associated with the pond. Some of these requirements will also need
approval of this Board. This particular request is a proposed office/warehouse building of
approximately 13,000 square feet.
Vice Chairman Bowles asked if it is for a mini -storage.
Todd said the plans are not complete but it does not appear to be mini -storage, it is just one
large warehouse facility.
Vice Chairman Bowles is concerned about the traffic impact. However, this property has
been zoned for 20 years. Bowles feels the high density option is good because of the retention
pond requirement.
Todd said that if it is developed with just a warehouse it probably will not have an impact.
The zoning will allow a mini -storage but that is not what is proposed and the Planning Department
inspects annually to ensure the owner builds what is proposed. If plans change it would probably
require NCDOT to implement a traffic study.
Action on this item will take place at the 7:00 regular meeting.
Request from Tax Administration for approval of September Refunds and Releases:
County Manager Smith said everything was in order.
This item was placed on the consent agenda.
Request from the Clerk to the Board for approval of minutes from the meeting on
October 3, 2017: There were no corrections.
This item was placed on the consent agenda.
Chairman Mallory moved the meeting into Closed Session at 6:00 PM.
The Board recessed from Closed Session at 6:30 until the 7:00 regular meeting.
IREDELL COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
REGULAR MINUTES
October 17, 2017
The Iredell County Board of Commissioners met in regular session on Tuesday, October
17, 2017, at 7:00 PM, in the Iredell County Government Center (Commissioners' Meeting Room),
200 South Center Street, Statesville, NC.
Board Members Present
Chairman James B. Mallory III
Vice Chairman Tommy Bowles
Gene Houpe
Marvin Norman
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Board Members Absent
Jeff McNeely
Staff present: County Manager Ron Smith, County Attorney Lisa Valdez, Deputy County
Manager Beth Jones, Assistant County Manager Susan Robertson, Finance Director Debra Alford,
Strategic Planner Ben Stikeleather, and Clerk to the Board Retha Gaither.
CALL TO ORDER by Chairman Mallory.
INVOCATION: Chairman Mallory asked everyone to bow their heads for a moment of
silence and to remember our fellow country men and women in distress in California, Texas,
Florida, Puerto Rico, Mississippi, and Alabama who have been dealing with floods, fires, and
hurricanes.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE led by Chairman Mallory.
ADJUSTMENTS TO THE AGENDA
County Manager Ron Smith said there was one adjustment that was handled during the
pre -agenda session for Economic Development in Closed Session. Also, for clarification, Item
VIII.I should have the date of November 7 for a public hearing and not October 17.
OTION by Commissioner Marvin Norman to adopted the agenda as adjusted.
VOTING: Ayes — 4; Nays — 0
PRESENTATION OF SPECIAL RECOGNITIONS & AWARDS
Commissioner Houpe asked for everyone to remember that October is Cancer Awareness
Month and also to keep the Edwards family in thoughts and prayers. After a courageous and
inspirational fight, Dalton Edwards passed away.
APPOINTMENTS BEFORE THE BOARD
Request from Centralina Council of Governments to adopt a resolution in support of
the Centralina Mobility Management and Volunteer Transportation Service efforts and
application for NCDOT funding: No one from Centralina was present. Chairman Mallory stated
the resolution was sponsored by Commissioner McNeely and reads as follows:
RESOLUTION OF SUPPORT FOR
CENTRALINA MOBILITY MANAGEMENT AND
VOLUNTEER TRANSPORTATION SERVICES
NCDOT FY 19 GRANT APPLICATION
WHEREAS, Article 2B of Chapter 136 of the North Carolina General Statues and the Governor of North
Carolina have designated the North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) as the agency responsible for
administering federal and state public transportation funds; and
WHEREAS, the North Carolina Department of Transportation, Public Transportation Division (PTD) has
principal responsibility and authority to administer funds from the US Department of Transportation, Federal Transit
Administration; and
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WHEREAS, it is in the interest of local government to improve mobility for seniors and individuals with
disabilities by removing barriers to transportation services and expanding the transportation mobility options
available in rural and small urbanized areas of North Carolina; and
WHEREAS, the Centralina Council of Governments has worked in concert with NCDOT to provide a
Mobility Management program for the nine -county region to increase regional coordination and develop Volunteer
Transportation Services to improve services for elderly individuals, individuals with disabilities, and veterans; and
WHEREAS, the Centralina Council of Governments has coordinated with the Transit Agencies during
regional mobility management activities; and
WHEREAS, no separate funds are being requested from Iredell County to help implement this project,
NOW, THEREFORE, be it resolved that the Iredell County Board of Commissioners hereby supports
Centralina's funding proposal to the North Carolina Department of Transportation to improve transportation
mobility for seniors, individuals and disabilities, and veterans.
Adopted this the 17" day of October 2017.
OTION by Commissioner Houpe to adopt this resolution.
VOTING: Ayes — 4; Nays — 0
PUBLIC HEARINGS
Request from Planning and Development to consider a request by the Town of
Mooresville, to release zoning and subdivision jurisdiction of five parcels to the Town of
Mooresville: Planning Director Matthew Todd said this request is for five parcels on Shearers
Road. This request creates a "donut hole" because two parcels in the middle are not included which
will stay within the County's jurisdiction. The land use plans shows this area as a rural commercial
node. It is approximately 22 acres.
Vice Chairman Bowles asked to clarify that all five parcels front Shearers Road and are
across from Food Lion.
Todd said that is correct.
Chairman Mallory said there is a pending rezoning request scheduled to be heard on
November 7.
Todd said that is correct.
Chairman Mallory opened the public hearing.
Randy Erwin of Mooresville said he was not even aware of a 2030 Plan and expressed
concerns about taxes for his 35 acre farm and his children who have built houses nearby.
Todd stated that if the property is released then owners would have to meet the standards
of Mooresville's zoning should they wish to apply for a permit of any kind. Any land use decision
will go through Mooresville. However, all building permits are issued through the County. Tax
deferment should not change but he is not sure of Mooresville's regulations for farms.
Commissioner Houpe said Mooresville has a 60 -day time frame to establish zoning and
taxes should remain the same unless the property is annexed.
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Todd said that is correct.
Erwin asked about the two parcels left in the middle.
Todd said it was a Mooresville decision. For a request of five or less parcels a public input
meeting was not required but over five parcels Mooresville would have had to hold a public
meeting with the respective property owners.
Vice Chairman Bowles said his family's farm has been in the ETJ of Mooresville for over
twenty years. Being in the extra territorial jurisdiction does not affect the taxes. However, if the
zoning changes or if the property is annexed then it would impact taxes. Typically it is better not
to create donut holes but it was requested that Mooresville address the properties that actually front
on Shearers Road.
Erwin said there should more notification sent to property owners when changes are made.
Janice Karriker from Shearers Road expressed concerns/fears of the property being
annexed and tax increases
Vice Chairman Bowles said just releasing the ETJ does not trigger a tax increase.
Chairman Mallory closed the public hearing.
MOTION by Vice Chairman Bowles to approve the release of zoning and subdivision
jurisdiction to the Town of Mooresville on these five tracts of property. This is identified as a
commercial node in the 2030 Horizon Plan and it would be consistent with the County's zoning
ordinance. This property would be better served under Mooresville's jurisdiction because they
have a more restrictive zoning ordinance.
Commissioner Houpe asked the Board to consider tabling this issue. The rezoning is
already on the agenda for November 7 and it may be best to make both decisions on the same
night.
MOTION RESCINDED by Vice Chairman Bowles.
OTION AMENDED by Vice Chairman Bowles to table the motion until the next
meeting.
Chairman Mallory clarified the public hearing has been closed and the motion has been
amended to table the matter until November 7.
VOTING: Ayes — 4; Nays — 0
Request from Planning & Development to conduct a public hearing to consider a
request by the South Iredell Community Development Corporation to release zoning and
subdivision jurisdiction of 16.124 acres to the Town of Mooresville: Planning Director Matthew
Todd said this property is surrounded by Mooresville's jurisdiction and is just over 16 acres. It is
currently owned by South Iredell Community Development Corporation who is the applicant.
South Iredell Community Development Corporation Chris Younger said the request is to
release jurisdiction to the Town of Mooresville in order for it to be rezoned with the Town of
Mooresville. It will then be transferred to Niagara Bottling for their future expansion. Niagara
currently joins this property. This property is needed for an expansion of their building, driveway,
and axillary parking.
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Vice Chairman Bowles asked to clarify that the request for release only applies to that one
piece of property, it is currently owned by South Iredell Community Development, and will be
sold to Niagara
Younger said that is all correct.
Chairman Mallory opened the public hearing.
Jody Brown lives near the property in question and asked the Board to deny this request.
She feels it will set an undesired precedence, will dramatically affect their quality of life, and feels
that many lies have been told about the industrial park.
Chairman Mallory closed the public hearing.
Commissioner Houpe asked about the timeframe for Niagara's expansion and if tabling the
matter would be a burden.
Younger said it would delay the project. Ground breaking and grading is critical to get
ready for construction. The incentive public hearing was held two weeks ago and this portion of
land was mentioned as part of that project. It is critical to keep it on schedule for construction and
rezoning with the Town of Mooresville.
Commissioner Houpe feels more consideration is needed and asked Younger to talk to
neighbors to ensure they understand the use planned and that it would not be detrimental to their
property.
OTION by Commissioner Houpe to table this vote until November 7.
VOTING: Ayes — 4; Nays — 0
Public hearing to address an amendment to the Iredell County Code of Ordinances
and the Iredell County Personnel Ordinance to include carrying concealed as defined in
NCGS 14-269(a): Chairman Mallory stated that this public hearing is not designed for an
immediate decision on the proposed carrying a concealed weapon ordinance for county employees.
It is part of a lengthy and deliberative process that was begun over two years ago to best provide a
safe and secure environment for employees which includes both active and passage measures.
Commissioner Houpe stated on, behalf of the General Government Task Force, the goal is
to establish a policy that promotes a safe environment for employees to function/work and to
provide services for end users. This process began over two years ago making changes to county
buildings, camera systems, etc. This meeting is to hear from the public about the potential policy.
The Task Force recommended the following changes to the Personnel Ordinance:
• people must abide by all federal, state, and local concealed carry laws
• must be in good standing with all federal state and local laws
• must notify Human Resources of the intention to carry
• must attend annual mandatory training provided by Iredell County which is additional
training above and beyond the state requirements
• must consent to and accept all liability for actions outside of concealed carry laws
• firearms must be on the person, locked in a vehicle, or locked in a compartment that is
permanently affixed to their office
• firearm must be taken with the person when leaving county property
• must consent to additional background checks
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• can't bring a weapon to any discipline or grievance meeting
Changes to the County Code will include:
• Restricts the weapons that the public can carry to only those allowed by the concealed carry
statute
Commissioner Houpe said the timeline began two years ago to improve the security measures
for employees and end users. Within the last year security audits have been performed on each
building by the Sheriffs Office. These audits produced recommended changes to facilities to
improve security such as controlled access points and giving employees the ability to internally
lock offices. These recommendations have been included in the budget and some have been
completed. Each employee received active shooter training in the last year. The list of
recommendations from the safety audit are: that all Facilities have radio coverage; installation of
bi-directional antennas; all staff and volunteers should wear ID badges. Building Standards and
the Fire Marshal's Office doors need to be lockable from the inside without a key; addition of a
few cameras and monitors where the Central Permitting Staff can observe what is occurring in the
parking lot. The Agriculture Center — none of the doors are able to be locked from the inside;
consider putting some type of alarms on the exit doors so that employees know when someone is
entering or exiting. This is a long and deliberative process for the Board and staff to consider for
buildings that would be allowable. Not all buildings are applicable because of space being shared
with state or federal offices. Deputy County Manager Beth Jones will elaborate on the
recommended final draft for this Board to consider on a later date. Houpe suggested that
Administrative staff gather feedback from all staff members that would be able to use this policy.
Deputy County Manager Beth Jones said there would be additions to two different
ordinances which is the reason for this public hearing. The first ordinance is the Iredell County
Code of Ordinances which addresses the public. This ordinance would be amended to say
"weapons are prohibited on county property with the exception of concealed carry" which would
refer back to the concealed carry statute. The second ordinance is the Iredell County Personnel
Ordinance which addresses employees on county property.
Chairman Mallory asked to clarify that the current law allows any citizen to carry on county
property, concealed or open.
Jones said at the present time Iredell County does not have an ordinance or anything that
prohibits the general public from carrying any weapons on county property. The Personnel
Ordinance governs employees which says employees cannot have any weapons of any kind on
county property. Basically this makes an uneven playing field because the general public can come
into a county facility with concealed or open carry. These changes will bring parity to both the
general public and employees. It will tighten the rules for the public which allows concealed but
not allow open carry or any other type of weapon as well as stating what the employees can do.
Anyone that wishes to carry concealed must follow North Carolina General Statutes which
includes an application, thorough background check, thoroughly vetted, approved by the Sheriff,
training class, qualify with learning to shoot and discharge the weapon. The concealed carry is
valid for five years and then it must be renewed with another background check.
Commissioner Houpe reiterated the recommendation is that county employees will go
above and beyond the training required by the state with additional training through the Sheriffs
Office using a licensed instructor. This training will be annual with one open enrollment and one
training cycle per year. This is another reason for gathering feedback about these potential policies.
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Chairman Mallory said, "I would like to make a few comments just to provide a little bit
of a broader context as to why we are looking at this as a possible new personnel policy. Everyone
is well aware of the instances of mass shootings that have occurred in recent past as well as over
the last ten years. Some of which is terrorism connected. Some of which are the acts of individuals
who are mentally ill or not rational. We've taken as many steps as we can passively to try to
provide a safe and secure physical environment but we have older buildings that are not necessarily
designed with limited access in mind. Likewise as you limit access you also create some concerns
concerning fire hazards and the ability to get out of buildings. So we have had training with staff
concerning the appropriate actions upon an active shooter, to get out of the area to seek a safe and
secure place. But if you are not able to get out of an area, if you care caught in the midst of a group,
as the county employees that were killed in San Bernardino in December of 2015. The evidence
seems to point to the fact that if you have an active shooter then the best way to limit mass
casualties is to have someone who is a reactive shooter who can, if not eliminate the threat, disrupt
that threat and give people time to escape or give time for other people to overpower that individual
or give time for the police or Sheriffs Office or other law enforcement or security personnel to
respond. So the point of we are talking about is how do we save lives. How do we poster ourselves
to try to react appropriately to what 10-14 years ago was unthinkable, we didn't have to think about
this stuff. But today the headlines tell a different story and so we want to make sure we've turned
over every rock and looked at it and determined what policies are appropriate and what policies
are not desirable. This is a process, this is a policy of a number of different policies and actions.
The purpose for this evening is to get feedback from the general public and anyone else that would
like to speak so that we can take that into consideration as we deliberate what the best policy will
be going forward. Also, the next step is to be able to share and socialize this with our employees
so they have a clear understanding of what the policy is designed to achieve and their potential roll
in that and whether they feel comfortable in that. There won't be a decision tonight and there won't
be a decision probably for several months as we take this very cautious and deliberative approach
in reviewing the changes in our policies. But this is something we need to consider and the general
consensus of the Board has been that we are willing to consider this very seriously."
Commissioner Norman asked if Deputy Poteat could elaborate on the requirements of the
training.
Deputy Andy Poteat said that in regards to concealed carry, the State requires that a person
attend eight hours of classroom plus mandatory firing on the range of at least 30 rounds. In that
eight hours of classroom, at least two hours are legal updates of when one can shoot, when one
can't shoot, and the proper time to use a firearm. In regards to what the County will require, that
is still up for discussion as to what exactly will be implemented for county employees to carry on
county properties. The Sheriff and firearm instructors are willing to help plan that training.
Chairman Mallory opened the public hearing.
Solid Waste Director David Lambert expressed concerns over employees carrying
concealed because, as a department head, there have been situations when things could have gone
wrong. Sometimes a gun can make a person feel a little bit "bigger" or have "extra courage" to do
something that they normally wouldn't. Some people may not have good judgement or may be
mentally impaired or even on medication that impairs judgement. There should be some intensive
training for directors and front line supervisors to help detect when someone may be acting
differently. Lambert asked the Board to give this decision careful consideration before passing.
Robin Williams, former county employee from Statesville, expressed concerns of the
workplace being stressful and that the burden of providing safety is on the Board of Commissioners
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and not on the individual employee to protect themselves. Employees receiving a negative
evaluation or employees disagreeing with each other or individuals on certain medications could
lead to violence in the workplace. A concealed weapon would make it to easy and would open a
Pandora box. It is up to this Board to protect employees. She suggested to spend money for more
secure entrances, metal detectors, and/or security officers.
Charles Stevens of Mooresville commented that the concealed carry sounds like it is in the
best interest of the County employee but it also sounds like it is being done "on the cheap." A
random employee will not have the extensive training like a police officer. Stevens is willing to
pay more taxes, if needed, to provide safety to county employees and suggested to prohibit all guns
in county buildings.
Chairman Mallory closed the public hearing.
Commissioner Houpe said the General Government Task Force discussed disciplinary
actions with the subject of concealed carry. However, a sign on the door that prohibits weapons
will not prevent someone from doing harm if that is their intent. This will allow employees inside
with the best training possible to defend themselves. Security officers could be placed at every
entrance but they will be the first person to be engaged with a potential shooter. Concealed carry
will allow an employee the option, but not mandatory, to defend themselves. Honest feedback is
welcomed and all comments will be considered.
Chairman Mallory said the next step will be to discuss this with employees which will help
to guide the decision of this Board. This Board is open to effective alternatives but want employees
and citizens to understand this Board will provide the safest and securest environment possible.
This is a balancing process that will continue for weeks, maybe months, until a best approach is
determined.
ADMINISTRATIVE MATTERS
County Manager Ron Smith summarized the following items on the consent agenda:
• Request from ICATS (Iredell County Area Transportation System) to call for a public
hearing on November 7, 2017 to seek input about a grant application from FTA (Federal
Transit Authority).
• Request from the Finance Department for approval of budget amendment #12 to
appropriate lease proceeds for technology improvements.
• Request from Building Standards for approval and award of a sole -source purchase
contract with Selectron to acquire an upgrade to its Interactive Voice Response software.
• Request approval of September refunds and releases.
• Request from the Clerk to the Board for approval of minutes from the October 3 meeting.
MOTION by Commissioner Houpe to approve the consent agenda.
VOTING: Ayes — 4; Nays — 0
Request from Planning and Development to consider an application to utilize the
High Density Option to allow development of an office/warehouse building: Planning Director
Matthew Todd said this request is to increase the impervious coverage from 24%, which is allowed
in the watershed by right, up to 50%. The applicant proposes an office/warehouse facility. This
should not have a negative impact on the traffic above anything else that is already permitted in
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that zoning district which is General Business. The high density designation must be approved by
this Board and if granted there are other requirements involved.
Chairman Mallory asked if this is a mini -warehouse complex.
Todd said it is not a mini -warehouse.
Vice Chairman Bowles said this property has been zoned GB since 1997 and has been
vacant. It is permitted by right for 24% impervious and the request is for high density. The current
traffic count is over the normal amount but River Highway is being dealt with by the State.
However, there are still concerns of traffic burdens but the proposed use will cause the least amount
of traffic.
MOTION by Vice Chairman Bowles to approve the high density option.
VOTING: Ayes — 4; Nays — 0
ANNOUNCEMENT OF VACANCIES OCCURING ON BOARDS & COMMISSIONS
Board of Equalization and Review — I announcement. Tom Connelly Jr. has submitted a
resignation due to relocation. The Board of E&R will not meet for a period of time and an
appointment is not necessary at this time.
APPOINTMENTS TO BOARD AND COMMISSIONS
Centralina Workforce Development— I appointment. Brandon Douglas has volunteered.
MOTION by Commissioner Norman to appoint Douglas.
VOTING: Ayes — 4; Nays — 0
No one wished to speak.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
(None)
PUBLIC COMMENT
NEW BUSINESS
(None)
COUNTY MANAGER'S REPORT
County Manager Ron Smith updated the Board of the following items:
• Thursday, October 19, 10:00 AM groundbreaking at the new Jail site.
• Monday, October 30, 11:00 AM groundbreaking at the new Public Safety Complex.
• Old Davis Hospital site — the building is no longer standing.
Smith encouraged the Board to bring hardhats to the active construction sites for
groundbreakings.
Chairman Mallory thanked staff for all the work thus far on the construction projects.
CLOSED SESSIONS
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Closed session items were discussed following the pre -agenda meeting and there were no
items to report.
ADJOURNMENT
OTIO by Commissioner Houpe to adjourn at 8:30 PM (The next regular meeting will
be Tuesday, November 7, 2017, 5:00 PM, in the South Wing Conference Room, Government
Center, 200 South Center Street, Statesville, NC)
VOTING: Ayes — 4; Nays — 0
Date Approved
Retha C. Gaither, Clerk
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