HomeMy WebLinkAboutC.054.93009_1635 (2)programs, contributing $3.5 million per day nationally. In 1996, North Carolinians
contributed nearly 30 million for licensee and wildlife stamp and excise taxes on sporting
equipment; and
WHEREAS, this financial support has provided the basis for scientific research, habitat
restoration, and education which have led to the dramatic come back of wildlife in North
Carolina such as wild turkey, river otters, tundra swans, and other waterfowl, alligators,
shore birds, bald eagles, and other raptures and fur bearers; and
WHEREAS, hunters and anglers are also important to the economy. With the average
sportsman spending $1,024 on food, lodging, equipment, real estate leasee, and conservation
fees, it is hardly a surprise that one million jobs are directly or indirectly supported by
hunting and fishing.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Iredell County Board of Commissioners recognizes
the past and current conservation achievements of ethical hunters and anglers and hereby
proclaims Saturday, September 27, 1997 as Hunting and Fishing Day.
VOTING: Ayes - 5; Nays - 0.
REQUEST FOR ADOPTION OF PROCLAMATION PROCLAIMING OCTOBER 5-11, 1997, AS
RESIDENT'S RIGHTS WEER FOR CITIZENS IN NURSING AND ADULT CARE HOMES: MOTION
by Commissioner Stewart to approve the following proclamation:
PROCLAMATION
FOR
RESIDENTS' RIGHTS WEEK
OCTOBER 5.11, 1997
WHEREAS, residents of long term care facilities are one of our greatest resources; and
WHEREAS, the federal and state regulations guarantee them all rights to maintain their
dignity and autonomy; and
WHEREAS, we wish to honor and celebrate these American citizens.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Iredell County Board of Commissioners proclaims
October 5-11, 1997, as Residents' Rights Week.
VOTING: Ayes - 5; Nays - 0.
REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF MINUTES: September 2, 1997 (BRIEFING
& REGULAR): MOTION by Commissioner Fortner to approve the minutes
as presented.
VOTING: Ayes - 5; Nays - 0.
REQUEST FOR BUDGET AMENDMENT ,#7 FOR THE PURCHASE OF SACWIS
(COMPUTER EQUIPMENT/SOFTWARE FOR CHILD WELFARE SYSTBM): DSS
Director Don Wall said he was requesting that $47,958 be added to
the DSS capital outlay line item. This will enable his department
to purchase the Child Welfare Information System. The original
budget for this item was prepared in March of 1996 and since that
time the costs, needs, and configurations have changed. There will
be $36,000 in federal money available for this equipment and the
DSS budget will be able to absorb the remainder of costs.
MOTION by Commissioner Stewart to approve the SACWIS request
and to create Budget Amendment /7 for this purpose.
VOTING: Ayes - 5; Nays - 0.
ANNOUNCEMENT OF VACANCIES OCCURRING ON BOARDS & COMMISSIONS
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APPOINTMENTS TO BOARDS & COMMISSIONS
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moved' o tah3s appointment until the bctober 7 meeting.
VOTING: Ayes - 5; Nays - 0.
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