HomeMy WebLinkAboutC.054.93010_0279RESOLUTION
FOR
VOTER IDENTIFICATION
AT ALL POLLING PLACES IN
NORTH CAROLINA
WHEREAS, public confidence in our process of elections is indispensable, and a lack of
voter confidence creates cynicism, voter apathy, and undermines the civility of government; and
WHEREAS, each citizen is guaranteed equal protection under the law and has every right
to believe that his or her vote is equal to anyone else's; and
WHEREAS, convenience in voting can improve the enfranchisement of all ofthe electorate,
but convenience should not cause danger to the integrity of the election process; and
WHEREAS, the Iredell County Board of Commissioners seeks to protect the integrity of the
election process and the validity of each citizen's vote.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Iredell County Board of Commissioners
endorses unanimously, and without reservation, legislation requiring voter identification at all
polling places in North Carolina.
VOTING: Ayes - 5; Nays - 0.
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PRESENTATION OF THE "TAXPAYER'S FRIEND AWARD" BY MR. BUDDY
HEMRIC OF THE CITIZENS FOR INTEGRITY ORGANIZATION: Mr. Hemric presented
the Year 2000 award (plaque) to the Iredell County Board of Commissioners. The plaque read: "In
appreciation of your conservative stewardship oftaxpayers' money and your dedication to integrity
in government. " Chairman Tice thanked Mr. Hemric, and his organization, for the recognition and
plaque.
PRESENTATION BY MR. CHANDLER BRYAN IN REFERENCE, TO A
FUNDING REQUEST FOR "MY SISTER'S HOUSE," A DIVISION OF FIF'T'H STREET
MINISTRIES/DIAKONOS, INC., IN THE AMOUNT OF $50,000 FOR FY 2000-01 AND
$50,000 FOR 2001-02: Bryan said Fifth Street Ministries was a 501(c) (3) non-profit that existed
due to "good hearts and open wallets." Citing several reasons, Bryan said the agency desired to
relocate "My Sister's House" to a site in Troutman where land has been acquired. He said "My
Sister's House" provided housing, food, clothing, counseling and court advocacy for victims of
family abuse and rape. Mr. Bryan said the construction costs for the "group home" would be
approximately $900,000, and it would provide shelter for 38-42 individuals. Bryan said the room
specifications differed, but most of them had bunk beds for children. He continued by saying some
were large enough to accommodate a mother with five or six children. (A private bath is included
in each room.) He said $275,000 had been raised for the construction, but $625,000 was still needed.
He said one area church had made a substantial contribution. Bryan said the area municipalities
would be approached for contributions. In addition, he said Fifth Street qualified for an interest free
loan from the state.
Commissioner Stewart asked the average stay for the residents.
Bryan said up to 90 days. He said after this, if a client still needed shelter, they were assisted
in finding housing elsewhere.
Commissioner Bowles referenced Fifth Street's letter of request and its statement about the
"goodwill of the citizens" He questioned whether or not the faith community and the individual
contributions would be as generous if the governments became involved.
Bryan said the request was for capital funds -- not operating funds.