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HomeMy WebLinkAbout04-04-2023 1 April 4, 2023 IREDELL COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS PRE-AGENDA SESSION April 4, 2023 The Iredell County Board of Commissioners met in pre-agenda session on Tuesday, April 4, 2023 at 4:00 PM, in the Commissioners’ Meeting Room located in the Iredell County Government Center 200 South Center Street, Statesville, NC. Board Members Present Chair Melissa Neader Vice Chair Bert Connolly Scottie Brown Gene Houpe Brad Stroud, Sr. Staff present: County Manager Beth Mull, Deputy County Manager Susan Robertson, County Attorney Lisa Valdez, Finance Director Deb Cheek, and Clerk to the Board Amy Anderson. CALL TO ORDER: Chair Neader called the meeting to order. ADJUSTMENTS TO THE AGENDA: There were no adjustments. ADMINISTRATIVE MATTERS Request from Emergency Communications to proclaim April 2023 as National 9-1-1 Month and April 9-15, 2023 as National Telecommunicator Week: Paula Price presented the following proclamations: Proclamation Establishing April as “National 9-1-1 Education Month” Whereas 9-1-1 is nationally recognized as the number to call in an emergency to receive immediate help from police, fire, EMS or other appropriate emergency response entities; Whereas in 1967, the President's Commission on Law Enforcement and Administration of Justice recommended that a "single number should be established" nationwide for reporting emergency situations and other Federal Government Agencies and various governmental officials also supported and encouraged the recommendation; Whereas in 1968, the American Telephone and Telegraph Company (AT&T) announced that it would establish the digits 9-1-1 as the emergency code throughout the United States; Whereas 9-1-1 was designated by Congress as the national emergency call number under the Wireless Communications and Public Safety Act of 1999 (P.L. 106-81); Whereas the ENHANCE 911 Act of 2004 (P.L. 108-494) established enhanced 9-1-1 as “a high national priority” as part of our Nation’s homeland security and public safety; Whereas it is important that policy makers at all levels of government understand the importance of 9-1-1, how the system works today and steps that are needed to modernize the 9-1-1 system; 2 April 4, 2023 Whereas the 9-1-1 system is the connection between the eyes and ears of the public and the emergency response system in the U.S. and is often the first to know of emergencies of all magnitudes making 9-1-1 a significant homeland security asset; Whereas there are over 6,000 9-1-1 public safety answering points (PSAPs) serving more than 3,000 counties and parishes throughout the United States; Whereas PSAPs answer more than two hundred million 9-1-1 calls each year in the United States and a growing number of 9-1-1 calls are made using wireless and IP-based communications services; Whereas a growing segment of the population, including the deaf and hard of hearing and individuals with speech disabilities, are increasingly communicating with non-traditional text, video and instant messaging communications services and expect these services to be able to connect directly to 9-1-1; Whereas the growth and variety of means of communications, including mobile and IP-based systems, impose challenges for accessing 9-1-1 and implementing enhanced 9-1-1 and require increased education and awareness about their capabilities; Whereas numerous other N-1-1 and 800 number services exist for non-emergency situations, including 2-1-1, 3-1-1, 5-1-1, 7-1-1, 8-1-1, poison control centers and mental health hotlines, and the public needs to be educated on when to use these services in addition to or instead of 9-1-1; Whereas people of all ages use 9-1-1 and it is critical to educate the public of all ages on the proper use of 9-1-1; Whereas senior citizens are at high risk for needing access to 9-1-1 and a large segment of this population is learning to use new technology; Whereas thousands of 9-1-1 calls are made every year by children properly trained on the use of 9-1-1 resulting in lives saved which underscores the critical importance of training children early in life about 9-1-1; Whereas there is widespread misuse of the 9-1-1 system, including prank and non-emergency calls, which can result in costly and inefficient use of 9-1-1 and emergency response resources and a need to reduce this practice; Whereas parents, teachers, and all other caregivers need to play an active role in 9-1-1 education for children, but will do so only after being first educated themselves; Whereas there are many avenues for 9-1-1 public educations such as safety fairs, school presentations, libraries, churches, businesses, PSAP tours or open houses, civic organizations and senior citizen centers; Whereas children, parents, PTA and teachers are important groups to educate about the importance of 9-1-1 through targeted outreach efforts to public and private school systems; Whereas we as a nation should strive to annually, host at least one educational event in every school in the country every year regarding the proper use of 9-1-1; Whereas an established National 9-1-1 Education Month could include public awareness events, including conferences and media outreach, training activities for parents, teachers, school administrators, other care givers and businesses; educational events in schools and other appropriate venues; and production and distribution of educational content on 9-1-1 designed to educate people of all ages on the importance and proper use of 9-1-1; Whereas Americans deserve the finest education, we can offer regarding 9-1-1 education: Now, therefore be it Resolved, That the Iredell County Board of Commissioners recognizes April as “National 9-1-1 Education Month” And be it Further resolved, That the Iredell County Board of Commissioners urges the U.S. Congress and the governors of all states and territories to recognize April as “National 9-1-1 Education Month” 3 April 4, 2023 Proclamation National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week April 9-15, 2023 Whereas emergencies can occur at any time that require police, fire or emergency medical services; and, Whereas when an emergency occurs the prompt response of police officers, firefighters and paramedics is critical to the protection of life and preservation of property; and, Whereas the safety of our police officers and firefighters is dependent upon the quality and accuracy of information obtained from citizens who telephone the Iredell County Emergency Communications Center; and, Whereas Public Safety Telecommunicators are the first, first responder and most critical contact our citizens have with emergency services; and, Whereas Public Safety Telecommunicators are the single vital link for our police officers, rescue and firefighters by coordinating their dispatch, monitoring their activities by radio, providing them information and ensuring their safety; and, Whereas Public Safety Telecommunicators of the Iredell County Emergency Communications Center have contributed substantially to the apprehension of criminals, suppression of fires, pre-arrival life-saving instruction and treatment of patients; and, Whereas each dispatcher has exhibited dedication, compassion, understanding and professionalism during the performance of their job in the past year; Therefore Be It Resolved that the Iredell County Board of Commissioners declares the week of April 9 through 15, 2023, to be National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week in Iredell County, in honor of the men and women whose diligence and professionalism keep our city and citizens safe. This item was placed on consent. Request from the Health Department to proclaim April 3-9, 2023 as Public Health Week: Sierra Ashworth presented the following proclamation: PUBLIC HEALTH WEEK April 3 -9, 2023 BY THE IREDELL COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS, A PROCLAMATION WHEREAS, since 1995, the American Public Health Association, through the National Public Health Week, has educated the public, policy makers and public health professionals about issues important to improving the public’s health; and WHEREAS, the week of April 3-9, 2023 is National Public Health Week and the theme is “Centering and Celebrating Cultures in Health”; and WHEREAS, public health professionals have always and will continue to focus on entire communities within Iredell County and create cultural connections to enhance health equity to promote opportunities for enhanced health, well-being and quality of life; and WHEREAS, public health professionals use the science and art of preventing disease, prolonging life, and promoting health through strategic planning efforts designed to improve the health of people and their communities. Promoting healthy lifestyles, reducing disease and injury, and detecting, preventing and responding to infectious diseases, are all important responsibilities of public health professionals; and 4 April 4, 2023 WHEREAS, public health professionals will continue to help communities prevent, prepare for, withstand and recover from the impact of a full range of health threats, including disease outbreaks like COVID-19, natural disasters, and more. Public health will also work diligently to anticipate and mitigate future emerging health threats in Iredell County; and WHEREAS, the Iredell County Health Department is dedicated to helping communities reach a better state of health, by researching and using evidence-based practices, current population health data and input from the community; and WHEREAS, the Iredell County Health Department team will continue to work alongside local, regional and state stakeholders to assess complex issues and develop workable solutions to promote healthy people and healthy communities to create the needed foundation to improve the health, safety and well-being of individuals living in Iredell County; and WHEREAS, the Iredell County Health Department team will continue to work towards their mission of promoting and protecting community, personal and environmental health; and NOW, THEREFORE, WE, the IREDELL COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS, do hereby proclaim April 3-9, 2023 as "PUBLIC HEALTH WEEK" in Iredell County, North Carolina, and call upon the people to observe this week by helping our families, friends, neighbors, co-workers and leaders better understand the value of public health and supporting great opportunities to adopt prevention lifestyles to live optimal lives. This item was placed on consent. Request from the Health Department for the approval of the NC Department of Health & Human Services Division of Public Health and Division of Child and Family Well - Being FY 23-24 Program Agreement Addendums and the FY 2024 Consolidated Agreement: Health Director Jane Hinson said the department annually receives the Consolidated Agreement and Program Agreement Addendums from the NC DHHS-DPH and the DCFW. These documents detail the program and reporting requirements for the allocated grant funding. This year the department will be working with twenty-one Agreement Addendums and will be receiving over $2,873,832 in grant funding. This amount includes roll-over funding from Agreement Addendums previously approved by the Board of Health and the Commissioners. Funds are received from NC DHHS after expenditures are reported on a monthly basis. This item was placed on consent. Request from the Finance Department for approval to amend the Opioid Settle ment Fund for supply and computer purchases: Finance Director Deb Cheek requested approval to amend the Opioid Settlement Fund to transfer funds within the Opioid Settlement Fund to purchase needed supplies and computer equipment. This item was placed on consent. 5 April 4, 2023 IREDELL COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS REGULAR MINUTES April 4, 2023 The Iredell County Board of Commissioners met in regular session on Tuesday, April 4, 2023 at 6:00 PM, in the Commissioners’ Meeting Room of the Iredell County Government Center, 200 South Center Street, Statesville, NC. Board Members Present Chair Melissa Neader Vice Chair Bert Connolly Scottie Brown Gene Houpe Brad Stroud, Sr. Staff present: County Manager Beth Mull, Deputy County Manager Susan Robertson, County Attorney Lisa Valdez, Finance Director Deb Cheek, and Clerk to the Board Amy Anderson. CALL TO ORDER by Chair Neader. INVOCATION: Commissioner Brown led the invocation. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE led by Chair Neader. ADJUSTMENTS TO THE AGENDA: There were no adjustments. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS & RECOGNITIONS APPOINTMENT BEFORE THE BOARD (None) PUBLIC HEARINGS Public Hearing to consider an amended economic development for Sherwin Williams: Jenn Bosser presented Sherwin Williams for consideration of an economic development incentive. The Sherwin-Williams company announced an expansion of their manufacturing and distribution operations in Statesville last year and incentive for a total investment of $324,064,900 with a minimum of 75 jobs and up to 183 jobs by December 31, 2025 was approved by the Board last year. The company plans to add an additional $23 million in investment to the distribution facility. In accordance with the County's Economic Development policy, Bosser requested an amendment to Sherwin Williams Economic Development incentive for up to $8,416,112 over seven years based on the company’s investment $347,064,900 and the minimum creation of 75 jobs. The company is also requesting an amendment to the improvement period from December 31, 2025 to December 31, 2026. Chair Neader opened the public hearing. 6 April 4, 2023 No one wished to speak. Chair Neader closed the public hearing. MOTION by Commissioner Houpe to approve an economic incentive up to $8,416,112 over a seven-year period based on the company's investment of up to $347,064,900, and contingent upon a contract being executed within 180 days and extend the improvement period from December 31, 2025 to December 31, 2026. VOTING: Ayes – 5; Nays – 0 ADMINISTRATIVE MATTERS County Manager Beth Mull summarized the following Administrative Matters during the Pre-Agenda meeting held at 5pm:  Request from Emergency Communications to proclaim April 2023 as National 9- 1-1 Month and April 9-15, 2023 as National Telecommunicator Week.  Request from the Health Department to proclaim April 3-9, 2023 as Public Health Week.  Request from the Health Department for the approval of the NC Department of Health & Human Services Division of Public Health and Division of Child and Family Well-Being FY 23-24 Program Agreement Addendums and the FY 2024 Consolidated Agreement.  Request from the Finance Department for approval to amend the Opioid Settlement Fund for supply and computer purchases. MOTION by Commissioner Brown to approve the consent agenda. VOTING: Ayes – 5; Nays – 0 ANNCOUNCEMENT OF VACANCIES OCCURING ON BOARDS & COMMISSIONS (None) APPOINTMENTS TO BOARDS & COMMISSIONS (None) UNFINISHED BUSINESS (None) PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD (None) NEW BUSINESS (None) 7 April 4, 2023 CLOSED SESSION The Board held a Closed Session prior to the regular meeting. MOTION by Commissioner Stroud to call for a public hearing on Tuesday, April 18, 2023 at 6pm to consider an economic development incentive in the amount of $99,441 over a five-year period for Project Pivot based on the company’s $5,728,000 investment in Iredell County. VOTING Ayes – 5; Nays – 0 ADJOURNMENT MOTION by Commissioner Brown to adjourn at 6:11PM. The Board will meet for a regular meeting Tuesday, April 18, 2023 at 7pm in the Commissioners’ Meeting Room, Government Center, 200 South Center Street, Statesville, NC. VOTING Ayes – 5; Nays – 0 __________________________________ ___________________________________ Date Approved Amy B. Anderson, Clerk