1 6:00 Moment of Silience and Pledge of Allegiance 2 Approval of Agenda for February 4, Conflict of Interest... 4

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1 The Northampton County Board of Commissioners will meet in Regular Session on Monday, February 4, 2019 at 6:00 p.m. in the Commissioners Meeting Room located at 100 West Jefferson Street, Jackson, North Carolina. The purpose of the meeting is to conduct public business as indicated on the following agenda. TAB TIME DESCRIPTION 1 1 6:00 Moment of Silience and Pledge of Allegiance 2 Approval of Agenda for February 4, Conflict of Interest... 4 In accordance with the Northampton County Board of Commissioners Rules of Procedures and N. C. G. S. Sec. 153A-44, it is the duty of every member present to vote on all matters coming before the Board, unless there is a conflict of interest as determined by the Board or by law. Does any Board member have any known conflict of interest with respect to any matters coming before the Board today? If so, please identify the conflict and the Board members will vote to consider the requested excuse. 4 Consent Agenda: a. Approval of Regular Meeting Minutes for January 7, b. Approval of Closed Session Minutes for January 7, c. Approval of Special Called Minutes for January 14, d. Approval of Closed Session Minutes for January 14, e. Approval of Regular Work Session Minutes for January 23, f. Approval of Closed Session Minutes for January 23, g. Approval of Planning Session Minutes for January 26, h. Approval of Closed Session Minutes for January 26, i. Ad Valorem Tax Appeals j. Motor Vehicles Refunds k Secured and Unsecured Report l. Adopt Order to Advertise 2018 Tax Liens m. Community Service Block Grant n. Resolution for Green Acres Drive o. Prayer Vigil :10 Board Appointments a. Northampton County Board of Health b. Northampton County DSS Board 6 Citizens/Board Comments :45 Closed Session G.S (a)(3)-attorney Client Privilege Closed Session G.S (a)(4)-edc Report Closed Session G.S (a)(6)-personnel 8 7:00 Adjourn

2 Vision Statement: A place where all people thrive and businesses grow and prosper; and where government services to its citizens are provided at the highest level of excellence. Mission Statement: To serve the public with honesty and integrity, to help provide essential services through an equitable, efficient and effective use of the County s resources and to be accountable to the citizens of our county. 2

3 3 NORTHAMPTON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Meeting Date: Agenda Tab Number: 2 Agenda Time: 6:00pm Presenter and/or Subject Matter: Approval of Agenda for February 4, 2019 Komita Hendricks Clerk to the Board

4 Approval of Agenda for February 4, 2019 The Northampton County Board of Commissioners will meet in Regular Session on Monday, February 4, 2019 at 6:00 p.m. in the Commissioners Meeting Room located at 100 West Jefferson Street, Jackson, North Carolina. The purpose of the meeting is to conduct public business as indicated on the following agenda. TAB TIME DESCRIPTION 1 6:00 Moment of Silence and Pledge of Allegiance 2 Approval of Agenda for February 4, Conflict of Interest In accordance with the Northampton County Board of Commissioners Rules of Procedures and N. C. G. S. Sec. 153A-44, it is the duty of every member present vote on all matters coming before the Board, unless there is a conflict of interest as determined by the Board or by law. Does any Board member have any known conflict of interest with respect to any matters coming before the Board today? If so, please identify the conflict and the Board members will vote to consider the requested excuse. 4 Consent Agenda a. Approval of Regular Meeting Minutes for January 7, 2019 b. Approval of Closed Session Minutes for January 7, 2019 c. Approval of Special Called Minutes for January 14, 2019 d. Approval of Closed Session Minutes for January 14, 2019 e. Approval of Regular Work Session Minutes for January 23, 2019 f. Approval of Closed Session Minutes for January 23, 2019 g. Approval of Planning Session Minutes for January 26, 2019 h. Approval of Closed Session Minutes for January 26, 2019 i. Ad Valorem Tax Appeals j. Motor Vehicles Refunds k Secured and Unsecured Report l. Adopt Order to Advertise 2018 Tax Liens m. Community Service Block Grant n. Resolution for Green Acres Drive o. Prayer Vigil 5 6:10 Board Appointments a. Northampton County Board of Health b. Northampton County DSS Board 6 6:15 Citizens/Board Comments 7 6:45 Closed Session G.S (a)(3)-attorney Client Privilege Closed Session G.S (a)(4)-edc Report Closed Session G.S (a)(6)-personnel 8 7:00 Adjourn Vision Statement: A place where all people thrive and businesses grow and prosper; and where government services to its citizens are provided at the highest level of excellence. Mission Statement: To serve the public with honesty and integrity, to help provide essential services through an equitable, efficient and effective use of the County s resources and to be accountable to the citizens of our county. Conflict of Interest 4

5 5 NORTHAMPTON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Meeting Date: Agenda Tab Number: 3 Agenda Time: 6:00pm Presenter and/or Subject Matter: Conflict of Interest In accordance with the Northampton County Board of Commissioners Rules of Procedures and N. C. G. S. Sec. 153A-44, it is the duty of every member present vote on all matters coming before the Board, unless there is a conflict of interest as determined by the Board or by law. Does any Board member have any known conflict of interest with respect to any matters coming before the Board today? If so, please identify the conflict and the Board members will vote to consider the requested excuse. Komita Hendricks Clerk to the Board

6 6 NORTHAMPTON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Meeting Date: Agenda Tab Number: 4 Agenda Time: 6:00pm Presenter and/or Subject Matter: Consent Agenda: a. Approval of Regular Meeting Minutes for January 7, 2019 b. Approval of Closed Session Minutes for January 7, 2019 c. Approval of Special Called Minutes for January 14, 2019 d. Approval of Closed Session Minutes for January 14, 2019 e. Approval of Regular Work Session Minutes for January 23, 2019 f. Approval of Closed Session Minutes for January 23, 2019 g. Approval of Planning Session Minutes for January 26, 2019 h. Approval of Closed Session Minutes for January 26, 2019 i. Ad Valorem Tax Appeals j. Motor Vehicles Refunds k Secured and Unsecured Report l. Adopt Order to Advertise 2018 Tax Liens m. Community Service Block Grant n. Resolution for Green Acres Drive o. Prayer Vigil Komita Hendricks Clerk to the Board

7 7 Approval of Regular Meeting Minutes for January 7, 2019 NORTHAMPTON COUNTY REGULAR SESSION January 7, 2019 Be It Remembered that the Board of Commissioners of Northampton County met on January 7, 2019, with the following present: Charles Tyner, Geneva Faulkner, Nicole Boone, Kelvin Edwards and Joyce Buffaloe. Others Present: Kimberly Turner, Scott McKellar, and Komita Hendricks. The meeting was Facebook live. Chairman Tyner called the meeting to order. Moment of Silence and Pledge of Allegiance: Chairman Tyner called for a moment of silence and invited everyone to participate in the Pledge of Allegiance. Approval of Agenda for January 7, 2019: A motion was made by Geneva Faulkner and seconded by Kelvin Edwards to approve the agenda for January 7, 2019 with the addition of a Closed Session for G.S (a) (6) under tab 10. Question Called: All present voting yes. Motion carried. Conflict of Interest: Chairman Tyner read the conflict of interest statement and asked if any board member had a conflict. None was heard. Consent Agenda: Chairman Tyner read the items that were on the consent agenda: a. Approval of Regular Meeting Minutes for December 3, 2018 b. Approval of Closed Session Minutes for December 3, 2018 c. Approval of Special Called Minutes for December 17, 2018 d. Approval of Closed Session Minutes for December 17, 2018 e. Approval of Special Called Minutes for December 18, 2018 f. Approval of Closed Session Minutes for December 18, 2018 g. Approval of Special Called Minutes for December 19, 2018 h. Approval of Closed Session Minutes for December 19, 2018 i. Approval of Amendment to Northampton County Commissioners Procedure Manual j. Ad Valorem Tax Appeals k. Motor Vehicles Refunds. A motion was made by Nicole Boone and seconded by Joyce Buffaloe to accept the consent agenda. Question Called: All present voting yes. Motion carried. Public Hearing for Re-Zoning:

8 8 Chairman Tyner recessed the regular meeting to enter into a Public Hearing. Mr. William Flynn, Code Enforcement Director, appeared before the Board to receive and consider public input regarding the proposed rezoning of parcel number from Light Industrial (LI) to Agricultural Residential (AR). Chairman Tyner called for board questions/comments. None was heard. Chairman Tyner called for public questions/comments. None was heard. Chairman Tyner closed the Public Hearing to enter into regular session Commissioner Edwards asked Mr. Flynn for his recommendation. Mr. Flynn stated the staff s recommendation was favorable for the rezoning due to supporting factors. A motion was made by Geneva Faulkner and Kelvin Edwards to approve the rezoning from Light Industrial (LI) to Agricultural Residential (AR) for parcel number for the following reasons how it fits with the land use plan and the relative size of the property. Question Called: All present voting yes. Motion carried. FY Audit: Mr. Alan Thompson, Thompson, Price, Scott, Adams, & Co., appeared before the Board to provide an update on the FY audit. Employment Contract for Legal Service: Mr. Scott McKellar, County Attorney, appeared before the Board to obtain approval of his annual contract for legal services. A motion was made by Geneva Faulkner and seconded by Kelvin Edwards with a greatest degree of confidence to retain the services of Mr. Scott McKellar as the Board of Commissioners Attorney. Question Called: All present voting yes. Motion carried. Waste Industries Contract: Ms. Kimberly Turner, County Manager, appeared before the Board to obtain approval of amendment to the contract between Northampton County and Waste Industries, LLC for an additional four (4) years. A motion was made by Kelvin Edwards and seconded by Nicole Boone to approve the amendment to the contract for Waste Industries, LLC for a term of four (4) years. Question Called: All present voting yes. Motion carried. Finance Officer & Economic Development Coordinator/Grant Writer: Mrs. Kimberly Turner, County Manager, also appeared before the Board to inform the citizens of two (2) key vacant positions in the county which are Finance Officer and Economic Development Coordinator/Grant Writer.

9 9 Appointment of Clerk to the Board: Mrs. Kimberly Turner, County Manager, also appeared before the Board to obtain the appointment of Clerk to the Board. A motion was made by Kelvin Edwards and seconded Nicole Boone to appoint the Clerk to the Board for a three (3) month contract. Question Called: All present voting yes. Motion carried. Citizens/Board Comments: Chairman Tyner called for Citizens Comments. None were heard. Chairman Tyner called for Board Comments. Chairman Tyner made comments about meetings for the last thirty (30) days and new commissioner orientation. Commissioner Buffaloe wished everyone a Happy New Year and for attending tonight. She also thanked them for their confidence in her to make Northampton County better and for their support. Commissioner Edwards stated a heart-felt thank you and it s an honor and privilege to serve the county where he was reared. He also made comments about moving the county forward, isolation, working together, transparency, accountability, and citizens best interest. Commissioner Boone stated good evening and thanked everyone for attending. She also made comments about serving the citizens, moving the county forward, Commissioners working together, and having the citizens at heart. Vice-Chairwoman Faulkner thanked everyone for coming. She also made comments about a new Northampton, community meetings, resources, safety, town improvements, economic development, advice/ideas, listening, and improving Northampton County. Chairman Tyner made comments to department heads that were in attendance of the meeting about expectations, everyone doing their share of work, Board listening to citizens, taxpayers paying the bills, and treatment of citizens. He also stated about the departments that will be moving to back of the old DSS building, the grocery store opening mid to late February, looking of other opportunities, economic development office, two vacant positions (Finance Officer and Economic Development Coordinator/Grant Writer), improving Northampton County, rooftops, and businesses. He thanked everyone for listening. A motion was made by Geneva Faulkner and seconded by Nicole Boone to enter in a Closed Session G.S (a)(6) and Closed Session G.S (a)(3). Question Called: All present voting yes. Motion carried. A motion was made by Kelvin Edwards and seconded by Joyce Buffaloe to adjourn closed sessions and reconvene regular session. Question Called: All present voting yes. Motion carried. Interim Finance Officer: Ms. Kimberly Turner, County Manager, appeared before the Board to obtain appointment of an Interim Finance Officer.

10 10 A motion was made by Geneva Faulkner and seconded by Nicole Boone to appoint Tameka Green as the Interim Finance Officer. Question Called: All present voting yes. Motion carried. A motion was made by Geneva Faulkner and seconded by Kelvin Edwards to adjourn. Question Called: All present voting yes. Motion carried. Komita Hendricks, Clerk to the Board r.m

11 11 Approval of Closed Session Minutes for January 7, 2019 NORTHAMPTON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Meeting Date: Agenda Tab Number: Agenda Time: 6:00pm Presenter and/or Subject Matter: Approval of Closed Session Minutes for January 7, 2019 (omitted) Komita Hendricks Clerk to the Board

12 12 Approval of Special Called Minutes for January 14, 2019 NORTHAMPTON COUNTY SPECIAL CALLED MEETING January 14, 2019 Be It Remembered that the Board of Commissioners of Northampton County met on January 14, 2019, with the following present: Charles Tyner, Geneva Faulkner, Nicole Boone, Kelvin Edwards, and Joyce Buffaloe. Others Present: Scott McKellar, Kimberly Turner, Tameka Green, and Komita Hendricks The meeting was Facebook live. Chairman Tyner called the meeting to order and welcomed everyone. A motion was made by Joyce Buffaloe and seconded by Kelvin Edwards to approve the agenda for January 14, Question Called: All present voting yes. Motion carried. Contract for CPA Services: Ms. Kimberly Turner, County Manager, appeared before the Board to obtain approval of an Engagement Letter between Northampton County and Greg W. Isley, CPA to provide professional bookkeeping and financial management services. Commissioner Boone entered the meeting. A motion was made by Kelvin Edwards and seconded by Joyce Buffaloe to approve the contract between Northampton County and Greg Isley, CPA. Question Called: All present voting yes. Motion carried. A motion was made by Geneva Faulkner and seconded by Joyce Buffaloe to enter into Closed Session for G.S (a)(6), G.S (a)(3) and G.S (a)(4).question Called: All present voting yes. Motion carried. A motion was made by Kelvin Edwards and seconded by Geneva Faulkner to adjourn the closed session. A motion was made by Geneva Faulkner and seconded by Nicole Boone to adjourn. Question Called: All present voting yes. Motion carried. Komita Hendricks, Clerk to the Board s.m

13 13 Approval of Closed Session Minutes for January 14, 2019 NORTHAMPTON COUNTY NORTHAMPTON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Meeting Date: Agenda Tab Number: Agenda Time: 6:00pm Presenter and/or Subject Matter: Approval of Closed Session Minutes for January 14, 2019 (omitted) Komita Hendricks Clerk to the Board

14 14 Approval of Regular Work Session Minutes for January 23, 2019 NORTHAMPTON COUNTY REGULAR WORK SESSION January 23, 2019 Be It Remembered that the Board of Commissioners of Northampton County met on January 23, 2019, with the following present: Charles Tyner, Geneva Faulkner, Nicole Boone, Kelvin Edwards and Joyce Buffaloe. Others Present: Kimberly Turner, Scott McKellar, Tameka Green, and Komita Hendricks. The meeting was Facebook live. Chairman Tyner called the meeting to order. Moment of Silence and Pledge of Allegiance: Chairman Tyner called for a moment of silence and invited everyone to participate in the Pledge of Allegiance. Approval of Agenda for January 23, 2019: A motion was made by Geneva Faulkner and seconded by Joyce Buffaloe to approve the agenda for January 23, Question Called: All present voting yes. Motion carried. Conflict of Interest: Chairman Tyner read the conflict of interest statement and asked if any board member had a conflict. None was heard. Community Service Block Grant: Mrs. Sallie Surface, Executive Director of CADA, appeared before the Board to explain in details about CADA services to Northampton County citizens. Mr. Chris Moody, CADA Manager of Community Services, also appeared before the Board to briefly explain the Community Service Block Grant and answered all questions from the Board. Tax Department: Mrs. Cathy Allen, Tax Administrator, appeared before the Board to explain and answer questions from the Board in regards to Ad Valorem Tax Appeals, Motor Vehicle Refunds, 2018 Secured and Unsecured Report, and Order to Advertise 2018 Tax Liens. County Manager Report: Ms. Kimberly Turner, County Manager, appeared before the Board to explain and answer questions from the Board in regards to a Resolution for Green Acres Drive, The 5-year Capital Improvement Plan, and Request to utilize Courthouse Steps for Prayer Vigil. Citizens/Board Comments:

15 15 Chairman Tyner called for Citizens Comments. None were heard. Chairman Tyner called for Board Comments. Commissioner Edwards stated let s keep moving the county forward. Commissioner Buffaloe thanked everyone for coming and thanks for continued support with moving Northampton County forward. Commissioner Boone had no comment. Vice-Chairwoman Faulkner thanked everyone for coming and listening on Facebook live. She also made comment about employment for the new grocery store, economic development, and sharing advice/ideas with the County Manager. Chairman Tyner made comments about the new grocery store, the audit, financial report, investments, and future planning. A motion was made by Geneva Faulkner and seconded by Nicole Boone to enter in a Closed Session G.S (a)(3), Closed Session G.S (a)(4), Closed Session G.S (a)(5) and Closed Session G.S (a)(6). Question Called: All present voting yes. Motion carried. A motion was made by Geneva Faulkner and seconded by Joyce Buffaloe to adjourn closed sessions and reconvene regular session. Question Called: All present voting yes. Motion carried. Economic Development Coordinator/Grant Writer: A motion was made by Geneva Faulkner and seconded by Joyce Buffaloe to offer the Economic Development Coordinator/Grant Writer position to Mr. Franklin Williams with a salary of $65,831 (Step 76 Grade 8). Question Called: All present voting yes. Motion carried. A motion was made by Geneva Faulkner and seconded by Nicole Boone to adjourn. Question Called: All present voting yes. Motion carried. Komita Hendricks, Clerk to the Board r.m

16 16 Approval of Closed Session Minutes for January 23, 2019 NORTHAMPTON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Meeting Date: Agenda Tab Number: Agenda Time: 6:00pm Presenter and/or Subject Matter: Approval of Closed Session Minutes for January 23, 2019 (omitted) Komita Hendricks Clerk to the Board

17 17 Approval of Planning Session Minutes for January 26, 2019 NORTHAMPTON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS PLANNING MEETING Saturday, January 23, :00 a.m. COMMISSIONERS MEETING ROOM The Northampton County Board of Commissioners held a Planning Meeting on Saturday, January 23, Board Members Present: Charles Tyner, Geneva Faulkner, Nicole Boone, Kelvin Edwards and Joyce Buffaloe Others Present: Kimberly Turner, County Manager; Scott McKellar, County Attorney; James Roberts, Recreation Director; Kirk Rogers, Public Works Director; Franklin Williams, EDC Coordinator/Grant Writer; and Komita Hendricks, Clerk to the Board. Chairman Tyner called the meeting to order and welcomed everyone. Strategic Plan for County Vice-Chair Geneva Faulkner facilitated the strategic planning meeting. The Board discussed the following items: Mission Statement; Vision Statement; Goals; Priorities; Budget Cuts; Closing Buildings; New Courthouse and Administrative Office Complex; Recreation; Education; Water Expansion; Economic Development; and Decreasing Taxes. Closed Session G. S (a) (6) A motion was made by Geneva Faulkner and seconded by Joyce Buffaloe to enter into Closed Session for the purpose of G. S (a) (6). Question Called: All present voting yes. Motion carried. A motion was made by Nicole Boone and seconded by Joyce Buffaloe to close Closed Session and reconvene the planning meeting. Question Called: All present voting yes. Motion carried. The Board formed committees that will include a commissioner and staff that will do some more research on the items discussed and report back at the next planning meeting. The next planning meeting is scheduled for February 16, 2019 in the Commissioners Room from 9 am to 12 pm. A motion was made by Nicole Boone and seconded by Joyce Buffaloe to adjourn the Planning Meeting. Komita Hendricks, Clerk to the Board

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67 67 Closed Session NORTHAMPTON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Meeting Date: Agenda Tab Number: 7 Agenda Time: 6:45pm Presenter and/or Subject Matter: Closed Session G.S (a)(3)-attorney Client Privilege Closed Session G.S (a)(4)-edc Report Closed Session G.S (a)(6)-personnel Komita Hendricks Clerk to the Board