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REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF 1998-99 IREDELL COUNTY EMPLOYEE
ASSISTANCE PROGRAM SERVICE PROVIDER: Mr. Mashburn said that originally the
County paid a set amount to the provider for this service. It was later realized that only a small
number of employees were actually using the service. A request for proposals was then sent out
stipulating payments would be made based upon actual service. The Counseling Center of Iredell
has been providing the service for the past two years. The center recently advised that 38 employees
had been seen from July 1997 through April of this year. Since the counseling center offered the
lowest 1998-99 quote for the program, the staff recommends a continued contract with this agency.
REQUEST FROM BUNCOMBE COUNTY SOLID WASTE TO PURCHASE TWO
(2) SURPLUS REFUSE TRAILERS: Evie Caldwell, purchasing agent, advised that Buncombe
County was willing to pay $5,000 for two, used, refuse trailers. The 1976 Peabody trailers were
previously used at the Mooresville and Hwy. 901 transfer stations. Caldwell explained that the
trailers were no longer needed and two 1986 units still remained at the Hwy. 901 site. She also
mentioned that the Mooresville site used a "loose fill' type of containment.
REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF CONTINUATION OF COUNTY
IMPLEMENTATION GRANT FOR APPROPRIATE PUNISHMENT OPTIONS &
IREDELL ALTERNATIVES PROGRAM: The county manager explained he was seeking
approval to accept continuation money in the amount of $134, 268. Pam Navey, the director of
Appropriate Punishment Options, mentioned that state officials were trying to make the programs
consistent throughout the state. She said the local program was recognized as a success and would
not have to make changes. Navey also advised it was her understanding that she and her staff might
eventually become state employees.
Mr. Mashburn mentioned the building on Harrill Street and that it was still on the market.
The facility was mentioned in the past as a possible site for the day reporting center. Space would
also be available for probation and parole. State discretionary funds are available to purchase the
building, and there is a July I deadline for application submittal.
Navey advised that her agency was non-profit and that $19,000 had been raised recently
through private donations.
MECK NECK TRANSFER CELEBRATION: The county manager announced that a
commemorative celebration was planned on Wednesday, July 1, 1998, for residents of this area
along with county and state officials.
RECENT NEWSLETTER FROM NACo WITH ARTICLE ABOUT Y2K
PROBLEM OR"MILLENNIUM BUG". Commissioner Boone mentioned the referenced article
and potential problems associated with the year 2000. He asked if the county manager would make
sure the County was prepared for the change. Mr. Mashburn said he had discussed the matter with
the Information Systems Department. He also checked on the HVAC system since it is
computerized. Mashburn said he understood from the department heads that there should not be
any problems.
ADJOURNMENT: Chairman Haire adjourned the meeting at 6:30 p.m. for a break prior
to the regular meeting at 7:00 p.m.
APPROVED: Iq
File: June 16 briefing minutes
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