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HomeMy WebLinkAboutC.054.93008_2065 (2)1(as In discussing the motion, Commissioner Stewart said the board of commissioners needs to seriously consider the fact that we have a lot of facility needs in the schools and outside the schools. She was concerned about the indebtedness and/or possible increase in the ad valorem taxes for the county, she said. Chairman Sloan mentioned the ¢6 O'ginq of the North Middle School and the county commissioners were convinced by the school board that the need for the facility was greater in North Iredell. Mr. Sloan said he was convinced building the East Middle School is something that needs to be done. Mr. Mashburn, county manager, said if it is the board's intent to fund this construction through some type of financing that decision needs to be made soon. VOTING ON MOTION: Ayes - 5; Nays - 0. CLOSING THE LIBRARY ON APRIL 18, 1992: MOTION from Commissioner Mitchell to close the library on Saturday, April 18, 1992. VOTING: Ayes - 5; Nays - 0. COUNTY GOVERNMENT WEEK: MOTION from Commissioner Haire to adopt the following resolution: NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY GOVERNMENT WEEK IN IREDELL COUNTY North Carolina's one hundred county governments have served the citizens of this state since 1663, providing services and leadership to all residents. During this long history, county governments have been active partners with the state in providing services to our citizens. North Carolina's counties are on the leading edge of many critical issues affecting our state and nation. These issues include environmental protection, social services, health care, emergency medical services, water and sewer services, child welfare, job training, law enforcement and drug/alcohol treatment. Those citizens who serve in county government, either as elected or appointed officials, must be dedicated and have a strong ,sense of purpose to assure that services are provided without undue burden on the taxpayers." NOW, THEREFORE, the Iredell County Board of Commissioners joins the Office of the Governor of North Carolina in proclaiming April 5 through April 11, 1992, as "North Carolina County Government Week in Iredell County," and urges our citizens to be more involved and aware of the issues facing our counties. IREDELL COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS R. B. S oan, r., Chairman SOIL FARMING APPLICATION PERMITS: Mr. Mashburn discussed an article that recently appeared in The Charlotte Observer about permits to dump contaminated soil Iredell County. Mr. Mashburn said no permits have been issued in Iredell County, OFFICE SPACE AT SOCIAL SERVICES: Mr. Mashburn requested permission to provide space for DSS workers at the health building located on Hartness Road when the health department moves to its new quarters on U. S. 21 North. Two departments can be moved into the health department. It will take about 30 to 45 days to do the necessary painting, carpentry work, and installing new carpet. The mechanical work and plumbing in the building are in good shape, he said. This will be a temporary arrangement and give time to work out a permanent solution, he said. The two departments that will be moved to Hartness Road are the Jobs Program and Food Stamps Program. The Child Enforcement Program (IV -D) will be going to the new health building. HEALTH DEPARTMENT - PERMISSION TO RECEIVE GRANT FUNDS: The Health Department received an additional $12,845 in HEALTHY MOTHERS/HEALTH CHILDREN BLOCK GRANT FUNDS to be used in conjunction with the infant mortality reduction efforts. The board is requested to accept these funds so they may be expended. MOTION from Commissioner Madison to accept these funds as requested. VOTING: Ayes - 5; Nays - 0. MEETING REGARDING FINANCING OF THE SPECIAL OBLIGATION BONDS: Mr. Mashburn announced that a meeting has been scheduled with the rating agency from New York. The chairman and some staff members will be meeting with them on April 2. A dinner meeting is planned for Wednesday, April 1, 1992, 7:30 p.m., at the Statesville Country Club, for discussion with the rating agency. EXECUTIVE SESSION: MOTION from Commissioner Madison to enter executive session to discuss personnel. VOTING: Ayes - 5; Nays - 0. , MOTION from Commissioner Madison to adjourn from executive session.