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HomeMy WebLinkAbout5/8/1990 - Regular · May 8, 1990 333 --, - Roanoke County Board of Supervisors Roanoke County Administration Center 3738 B~ambleton Avenue, SW Roanoke, Virginia 24018 May 8, 1990 The Roanoke County Board of Supervisors of Roanoke County, Virginia, met this day at the Roanoke County Administration Center, this being the second Tuesday, and the first regularly scheduled meeting of the month of May, 1990. IN RE: CALL TO ORDER Chairman Robers called the meeting to order at 3:07 p.m. The roll call was taken. MEMBERS PRESENT: Chairman Richard Robers, Vice Chairman Steven A. McGraw, Supervisors Lee B. Eddy, Bob L. Johnson, Harry C. Nickens HEMBERS ABSENT: None STAFF PRESENT: Elmer C. Hodge, County Administrator; John M. Chambliss, Assistant County Administrator 33 4 May 8, 1990 - - for Human Services; John R. Hubbard, Assistant County Administrator of Community Services and Development; Don M. Myers, Assistant County Administrator for Management Services; Paul M. Mahoney, County Attorney, Mary H. Allen, Clerk to the Board; Anne Marie Green, Information Officer IN RE: OPENING CEREMONIES The invocation was given by the Reverend Robert Hamner, Grandin Court Baptist Church. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited by all present. IN RE: PROCLAMATIONS, RESOLUTIONS, RECOGNITIONS AND AWARDS . ~ Presentation to Webb Johnson of Resolution reqardinq the May Winn Johnson Memorial Bridqe and unveiling of the memorial D1aque. Webb Johnson, widower of former Board of Supervisors member May Johnson was present to received the resolution adopted in September 1989. Chairman Robers unveiled the bronze memorial plaque that will be placed on the May Winn Johnson Memorial Bridge located in the Wabun community. ~ Proclamation dec1arinq the week of May 13 - 19. 1990. as National Historic Preservation Week. Receiving the Proclamation from Chairman Robers were Deedie Kagey, local historian, Dr. John Kern, Director of the 2 May 8, 1990 33 5 - ==ì Department of Historic Resources, Roanoke Regional Preservation Office and Lin Melchionna, President of the Preservation Foundation. Supervisor Nickens moved to adopt the proclamation. The motion carried by the following.recorded vote: AYES: Supervisors Eddy, McGraw, Johnson, Nickens, Robers NAYS: None ~ Recognition of Reta Busher. recioient of the Government Finance Officers Association BUdqet Award Director of Management and Budget Reta Busher was present to be recognized for the award. ~ Recoqnition of S. Lvnn Roqers. Certification as senior Aporaiser. Lynn Rogers, Real Estate Assessments, was present to receive recognition for his certifi~ation. IN RE: NEW BUSINESS ~ Aporova1 of Industrial Deve100ment Authority request for orooosed financing for Ootica1 Cable Corooration. R-5890-1 Economic Development Director Tim Gubala presented the staff report. He advised that Optical Cable Corporation and Alan Lingerfelt have requested up to $6,500,000 in Industrial Revenue Bonds to finance the acquisition, construction and equipment of a 33 6 May 8, 1990 == fiber optic manufacturing facility that will employ 70 employees and will be located at Valleypointe. The staff and the Industrial Development Authority recommended approval of the request. Mr. Gubala introduced Al Lingerfelt from Valleypointe and Bob Copstein from Optical Cable Corporation. Mr. Lingerfelt presented the site plan for the project and reported that the first phase will be located on a six acre site with an . additional four acre site as Phase 2. He also advised this industry would qualify for industrial access funds. Mr. Copstein reviewed the history of the corporation. Supervisor Johnson moved to adopt the resolution. The motion carried by the following recorded vote: AYES: Supervisors Eddy, McGraw, Johnson, Nickens, Robers NAYS: None RESOLUTION 5890-1 APPROVING THE ISSUANCE OF BONDS BY THE INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY FOR THE BENEFIT OF OPTICAL CABLE CORPORATION, ET AL. WHEREAS, the Industrial Development Authority of Roanoke County, Virginia ("Authority"), has considered the application of Optical Cable Corporation, Alan T. Lingerfelt and/or a partnership to be formed by them ("Borrower") requesting the issuance of the Authority's revenue bonds in an amount not to exceed $6,500,000 ("Bonds") to assist in the financing of the Borrower's acquisition, construction, and equipping of a -- manufacturing facility consisting of approximately 73,000 square May 8, 1990 33 7 2j - feet ("Project") to be located on 6~5 acres at the end of Research Road in Valleypointe Industrial Park in the County of Roanoke, Virginia, and has held a public hearing thereon May 3, 1990; and WHEREAS, Section 147(f) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended, provides that the governmental unit having jurisdiction over the issuer of private activity bonds and over the area in which any facility financed with the proceeds of private activity bonds is located must approve the issuance of the bonds; and WHEREAS, the Authority issues its bonds on behalf of the County of Roanoke, Virginia ("County"); the Project is to be located in the County and the Board of Supervisors of Roanoke County, Virginia, ("Board") constitutes the highest elected governmental unit of the County; and WHEREAS, the Authority has recommended that the Board approve the issuance of the Bonds; and WHEREAS, a copy of the Authority's resolution approving the issuance of the Bonds, subject to the terms to be agreed upon, a certificate of the public hearing and a Fiscal Impact Statement have been filed with the Board. NOW, THEREFORE, be it resolved by the Board of Supervisors of Roanoke County, Virg~nia: 1. The Board approves the issuance of the Bonds by the Authority for the benefit of the Borrower, as required by Section 147(f) and Section 15.1-1378.1 of the Code of Virginia 33 8 May 8, 1990 - (1950), as amended, ("Virginia Code") to permit the Authority to assist in the financing of the Project. 2. The approval of the issuance of the Bonds does not constitute an endorsement to a prospective purchaser of the Bonds . of the creditworthiness of the Project or the Borrower. 3. Pursuant to the limitations contained in Temporary Income Tax Regulations Section 5f.103-2(f) (1), this resolution shall remain in effect for a period of one year from the date of its adoption. 4. The Board directs the County Administrator to request an allocation of the State Ceiling (as defined in Section 15.1-1399.10 of the Virginia Code) in accordance with the provisions of Sections 15.1-1399.10 through 15.1-1399.17 of the Virginia Code and the applicable regulations, to cover the issuance of the Bonds. . 5. This resolution shall take effect immediately upon its adoption. On motion of Supervisor Johnson, and carried by the following recorded vote: AYES: Supervisors Eddy, McGraw, Johnson, Nickens, Robers NAYS: None ~ Request to execute a contract with Botetourt County to construct and ooerate the Read Mountain Fire and Rescue station. A-5890-2 Fire and Rescue Chief Tommy Fuqua advised that County . May 8, 1990 33 9 - - staff has been working with Botetourt County to develop a fire station in the Bonsack area. The fire station will be located at the entrance to Botetourt County'a new industrial park on Cloverdale Road. Chief Fuqua reported that a groundbreaking ceremony is planned for mid-June with construction to be complete by November 1990. Bids for construction will go out in approximately two weeks. He advised that Botetourt County Board of Supervisors are expected to apprQve the agreement on May 21. Supervisor Johnson moved to authorize the County Administrator to execute the agreement. The motion carried by the following recorded vote: AYES: Supervisors Eddy, McGraw, Johnson, Nickens, Robers NAYS: None ~ Im01ementation of a Self-Insured Workers' Comoensation proaram for the County Schools. R-5890-3 Finance Director Diane Hyatt reported that the County began a self-insured Workers' Compensation Program on July 1, 1986. At that time there was an inqrease in the manual premiums for the insurance from $300,000 to $486,485 with claims experience much less than the premiums being charged. It was decided to establish the self-insurance program by contributing $300,000 into a pool. The schools would like to establish a similar program under the County's Risk Management Department and would contribute $188,800 annually to established the reserve. Ms. Hyatt advised that the resolution would outline the terms of 340 May 8, 1990 - . - the agreement, and recommended adoption of the resolution. In response to a question from Supervisor Robers, Ms. Hyatt stated that the County has an excess liability policy and will purchase a similar policy for the schools. Supervisor Nickens moved to adopt the prepared resolution. The motion carried by the following recorded vote: AYES: Supervisors Eddy, McGraw, Johnson, Nickens, Robers NAYS: None RESOLUTION 5890-3 AUTHORIZING THE IMPLEMENTATION OF A SELF-INSURANCE WORKER'S COMPENSATION PROGRAM FOR THE ROANOKE COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Supervisors of Roanoke County, Virginia, as follows: 1. That the Board of Supervisors of Roanoke County, Virginia, has entered into a third-party administration agreement with Consolidated Risk Management Services, for the establishment of a self-insurance worker's compensation program for the benefit and protection of its employees pursuant to the provisions of Title 65.1 of the Code of Virginia (1950), as amended. 2. That the County School Board of Roanoke County, Virginia, shall commit itself, by Resolution, to the establishment of a self-insurance worker's compensation program for the benefit and protection of its employees pursuant to the provisions of Title 65.1 of the Code of Virginia (1950), as amended, and to execute an agreement with Consolidated Risk May 8, 1990 34 1 " - Management Services and a cooperative procurement agreement with the Board of Supervisors of Roanoke County to secure the services of a third-party administrator to administer a self-insurance worker's compensation program. . 3. That the School Board shall expend $188,800 for fiscal year 1990-91 or an amount not less than an amount required to fund the "manual rated premium" for a worker's compensation insurance program; said expenditure shall be made to the Board of Supervisors of Roanoke County, Virginia. 4. That the Board of Supervisors of Roanoke County, Virginia, hereby agrees to administer this self-insurance worker's compensation program on behalf of the School Board, that it shall administer the funds in the account established for this purpose, that this account shall be maintained separately from other County accounts in an interesb-bearing account entitled the "Worker's Compensation Self-Insurance Fund for the County School Board -of Roanoke County, Virginia." 5. That the School Board shall commit itself to exercise its best efforts through the budget process to expend funds in future years in an amount not less than $188,800 and not more than the amount calculated for the "manual rated premium," unless a severe depletion of the reserve occurs. Further, the School Board commits itself to build a reserve fund in an amount not less than $1 million in order to properly fund this self " insurance compensation program. If the annual payment is not received, the County will not provide worker's compensation ---------------~ -- 342. May 8, 1990 - insurance to the School Board. 6. That the County shall establish this reserve account for the benefit of the School Board; that this reserve account shall be placed in an interest-bearing account, said interest being accumulated in said account; that the Board of Supervisors of Roanoke County, Virginia, will allow the School Board to satisfy any excess claims or liabilities through a loan . to the School Board from the County's worker's compensation reserve account, however, the School Board shall commit itself to repaying said loan and replenishing this reserve account in future budgets, subject to future appropriations. 7. That the County shall maintain and administer these separate reserve accounts for the benefit of the Roanoke County School Board and the Roanoke County Board of Supervisors and for the purposes stated herein. 8. That the County Administrator of Roanoke County, Virginia, is hereby authorized to execute such documents and take such actions as may be required in order to implement the terms and provisions of this resolution, all upon form approved by the County Attorney. On motion of Supervisor Nickens, and carried by the following recorded vote: AYES: Supervisors Eddy, McGraw, Johnson, Nickens, Robers NAYS: None ~ ReQUest for aoprova1 of the 1990-91 VDOT Revenue Sharinq proiect List May 8, 1990 343 A-5890-4 Engineering Director Phillip Henry reported that the application for $500,000 of VDOT Revenue Sharing Funds was approved by the Board of Supervisors on March 27, 1990 and the county has now been notified it was allocated $442,800 and should submit a project list. He asked for board approval of the project list and appropriation of the local share of $347,300. He advised that $95,000 will come from private groups. In response to questions from Supervisor Eddy, County Administrator Elmer Hodge stated he recommends going forward with . a commitment of funds from the private sector with the remaining funds coming from a future bond issue, but could be advanced from the General Fund. He advised that the state must approve the projects that are being submitted in July . Supervisor Nickens moved to approve the staff recommendation. The motion carried by the following recorded vote: AYES: Supervisors Eddy, McGraw, Johnson, Nickens, Robers NAYS: None ~ Authorization and aporooriation to reimburse Botetourt County for the Tinker Creek Interceotor Proiect. A-5890-5 utility Director Clifford Craig explained that he had . researched the records regarding this joint project with Botetourt County from 1978 to 1983. Roanoke County administered · 34 4 ~ May 8, 1990 '- == the project and received reimbursement of Botetourt County's share of the project and grant. Roanoke County was later declared ineligible for the grant funds. The balance due to Botetourt County from Roanoke County is $146,390.80 and staff recommends payment from the Sewer Off-site Facility Fee Account. Supervisor Nickens moved to approve the reimbursement to Botetourt County. The motion carried by the following recorded vote: AYES: Supervisors Eddy, McGraw, .Johnson, Nickens, Robers NAYS: None ~ Endorsement of EarlY Retirement benefits for e1iqib1e law enforcement and firefighter emo1oyees to be effective July 1. 1991. R-5890-6 Supervisor Nickens questioned why the firefighters were included in the early retirement benefit when their stress was not as great as law enforcement officers. Supervisor Johnson disagreed and felt that both were hazardous professions and deserving of the same benefit. Supervisor Johnson moved to approve the resolution. The motion carried by the following recorded vote: AYES: Supervisors Eddy, McGraw, Johnson, Nickens, Robers NAYS: None RESOLUTION 5890-6 ENDORSING ADDITIONAL RETIREMENT BENEFITS FOR ELIGIBLE FIREFIGHTERS AND LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS May 8, 1990 345 ~ IN ACCORDANCE WITH ACTS OF ASSEMBLY 1989, CHAPTER 484 WHEREAS, it has been the practice of Roanoke County to provide benefits equivalent to the state Police Officers Retirement System for its law enforcement and full-time firefighters; and WHEREAS, it is the desire of Roanoke County to . demonstrate its support for those employed in public safety; and WHEREAS, House Bill No. 1477 was passed in the 1989 Session of the General Assembly of Virginia pertaining to retirement benefits for local law enforcement officers and firefighters; and WHEREAS, this bill states that an employer may, by resolution legally adopted and approved by the Virginia Supplemental Retirement System Board, elect to provide benefits equivalent to those provided for State Police Officers of the Department of State Police for any such employees who are employed in law enforcement positions comparably hazardous to . that of a State Police Officer, including any sworn law enforcement officer ~o has the duty and obligation to enforce the penal, traffic, and highway laws of this Commonwealth as directed by his superior officer, if so certified by his appointing authority, or in positions as full-time salaried firefighters; BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF ROANOKE COUNTY, VIRGINIA, that the Board hereby endorses provision of -----------------_._---~-_._._._-_._._--- 346 . May 8, 1990 - >--- - additional retirement benefits for eligible law enforcement officers and full-time salaried firefighters in accordance with House Bill No. 1477. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Roanoke County Board of Supervisors include funding for this benefit in the proposed Fiscal Year 1991-92 County Budget, for an effective date of July 1, 1991. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Virginia Supplemental Retirement System Board be so notified that the County of Roanoke will not offer the early retirement benefits on July 1, 1990. . BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a certified copy of this Resolution be forwarded to the Virginia Supplemental Retirement System Board. On motion of Supervisor Johnson to adopt resolution of endorsement, and carried by the following recorded vote: AYES: Supervisors Eddy, McGraw, Johnson, Nickens, Robers NAYS: None ~ Authorization to execute a contract with Botetourt County for sale of water. A-5890-7 Mr. Craig reported that Botetourt County has agreed to . purchase and develop a 105 acre industrial tract approximately one mile north of the Botetourt/Roanoke County line. They have requested that Roanoke County sell them water from an existing 12" water line located on Route 604 at the Botetourt County line. The proposed agreement is for a period of five years and provides May 8, 1990 347 - - that Roanoke County sell Botetourt County up to 250,000 gallons - of water per day. Supervisor Eddy pointed out that the maximum volume allowed in the current ordinance is 82,000 gallons per day and the agreement provides for up to 25Q,000 gallons per day, and the agreement is vague on charges beyond the current ordinance. He advised he had offered an alternative in a memorandum to more clearly define the charges. Mr. Craig advised he could make the changes if the Board desires. Supervisor Eddy also questioned charging fire stations for water usage. Mr. Hodge advised there was an accountability for the water usage with the charges and recommended that it stay the same. Mr. Craig advised that water from hydrants was not charged. In response to a question from Supervisor Nickens, Mr. Craig stated that the rates are looked at annually during the budget process. Supervisor Johnson moved to approve the agreement. Supervisor Eddy offered a substitute motion that paragraph 5 of the agreement regarding rates for the purchase of water be changed per his memorandum. Supervisor Johnson accepted the substitute as an editorial change to the motion. The motion carried by the following recorded vote: AYES: Supervisors Eddy, McGraw, Johnson, Nickens, Robers NAYS: None IN RE: REQUEST FOR WORK SESSIONS 34 8 May 8, 1990 - Supervisor Johnson requested a work session within the next thirty days in the form of a presentation from the proper officials concerning Roanoke city's proposed convention and trade center. . IN RE: FIRST READING OF ORDINANCES supervisor Nickens moved first reading of all ordinances. County Attorney Paul Mahoney recommended separate votes because they deal with different topics. Supervisor Nickens withdrew his motion. ~ Ordinance to amend Article II of Chaoter 5. "Animals and Fowl" of the Roanoke County Code. Assistant County Administrator John Chambliss advised that when the contract with the SPCA was approved the Board asked that the animal control fees be studied. The proposed ordinance . increases the license fees, pickup fees, and penalties. Supervisor Eddy suggested that male and female dogs be charged at the same $10.00 rate and that the spayed and neutered dog fee be set at $5.00. Supervisor Nickens moved to approve first reading of the ordinance with Supervisor Eddy's suggested changes with the license fee effective January 1, 1991 and the boarding fees effective July 1, 1990. The motion carried by the following recorded vote: AYES: Supervisors Eddy, McGraw, Johnson, Nickens, Robers NAYS: None . May 8, 1990 34 9 - ~ Ordinance reoea1ina Ordinance No. 12489-6 which imposed certain limitations uoon the location of certain types of sians. There was no discussion on this ordinance. Supervisor McGraw moved to approve first reading of the ordinance. The motion carried by the following recorded vote: AYES: Supervisors Eddy, McGraw, Johnson, Nickens, Robers NAYS: None . ~ Ordinance acceptina an offer of and authorizing the execution of a lease of real estate. office soace for the Roanoke County Office of the Virainia Coooerative Extension Service. Supervisor Eddy requested that the staff continue to look for less expensive space for this operation. Supervisor McGraw moved to approve first reading. The motion carried by the following recorded vote: AYES: Supervisors Eddy, MCGraw, Johnson, Nickens, Robers NAYS: None . IN RE: SECOND READING OF ORDINANCES ~ Ordinance acceptinq an offer and authorizina the conveyance of a storm sewer easement to the Town of Vinton. 0-5890-8 There was no discussion of this ordinance. 35 0 May 8, 1990 - = supervisor Nickens moved to adopt the ordinance. The motion carried by the following recorded vote: AYES: Supervisors Eddy, McGraw, Johnson, Nickens, Robers NAYS: None ORDINANCE 5890-8 ACCEPTING AN OFFER AND AUTHORIZING THE CONVEYANCE OF A STORM SEWER EASEMENT TO THE TOWN OF VINTON BE IT ORDAINED by the Board of supervisors of Roanoke County, Virginia, as follows: 1. That pursuant to the provisions of section 16.01 of the Charter of Roanoke County, the subject property has been declared to be surplus and is being made available for other public uses, i.e. storm sewer easement; and . 2. That pursuant to the provisions of section 18.04 of the Charter of Roanoke County, a first reading concerning the disposition of the subject property was held on April 24, 1990; a second reading was held on May 8, 1990; and 3. That the sixty (60') foot storm sewer easement consists of .887 acre and is located on property owned by Roanoke County on Chestnut Avenue in the Vinton Magisterial District; and 4. That the offer of the Town of vinton in the amount of One Dollar ($1.00) is hereby accepted and all other offers are rejected; and 5. That the proceeds from the sale of the easement . are to be allocated to the capital reserves of Roanoke County; and May 8, 1990 35 1 - 6. That the County Administrator is authorized to execute such documents and take such actions on behalf of Roanoke County as are necessary to accomplish the conveyance of said easement, all of which shall be upon form approved by the County Attorney. · On motion of Supervisor Nickens, and carried by the following recorded vote: AYES: Supervisors Eddy, McGraw, Johnson, Nickens, Robers NAYS: None IN RE: APPOINTMENTS ~ League of Older Americans Supervisor McGraw nominated Murry K. White to a one- year term that will expire March 31, 1991. ~ TAP Board of Directors Supervisor Eddy nominated Elizabeth Stokes, County · appointee and E. Cabell Brand, joint appointee with the City of Salem, to another two-year term expiring May 8, 1992. IN RE: REPORTS AND INQUIRIES OF BOARD MEMBERS SUPERVISOR EDDY: (1) Announced that the Hidden Valley Junior High School Odyssey of the Mind won the state competition and have been invited to the world competition. Requested a resolution of congratulations be presented to the students and their advisors at the next meeting. (2) Expressed concern about a · . 35 2. May 8, 1990 - == recent editorial in the local newspaper concerning secret meetings in Roanoke County and pointed out that Roanoke County has only held two executive sessions in 1990. SUPERVISOR MCGRAW: (1) Advised that the VACo Board of Directors held their quarterly meeting recently and voted unanimously to continue to survey the Grayson Commission results and its impact on individual counties. (2) Asked for and received board concurrence to place a resolution of support for greater local control of cable tele~ision on the May 22nd agenda. SUPERVISOR JOHNSON: (1) Expressed concern at the cancellation of the 2:00 p.m. budget work session because of the there would be very little time to hold the budget work session following the meeting. He suggested that a special budget work session be set for either May 15 or May 22. SUPERVISOR ROBERS: (1) Announced that the next consolidation negotiating meeting will be Friday, May 11, 1990 at noon., and asked Supervisor Eddy to update the Board members on the consolidation negotiating sessions. Supervisor Eddy responded that he was satisfied that the County and City will . have the same level of fire and police protection. (2) Advised he had attended a meeting with the police chief candidates. He congratulated the staff on the hiring process and directed Clerk Mary Allen to draft thank you letters to those who participated in the process. May 8, 1990 35 3 = = IN RE: CONSENT AGENDA . Supervisor Nickens moved to approve the Consent Agenda. The motion carried by the following recorded vote: AYES: Supervisors Eddy, McGraw, Johnson, Nickens, Robers NAYS: None RESOLUTION APPROVING AND CONCURRING IN CERTAIN ITEMS SET FORTH ON THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS AGENDA FOR THIS DATE DESIGNATED AS ITEM K - CONSENT AGENDA BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Supervisors of Roanoke County, Virginia, as follows: 1. that the certain section of the agenda of the Board of Supervisors for May 8, 199q designated as Item J- Consent Agenda be, and hereby is, approved and concurred in as to each item separately set forth in said section designated Items 1 through 5, inclusive, as follows: 1. Approval of Minutes - April 10, 1990 2. Acceptance of Water and Sanitary Sewer facilities serving Tanglewood Executive Park. 3. Acceptance of Water and Sanitary Sewer facilities serving Hunting Hills, Section 20. 4. Acceptance of Sanitary Sewer Facilities serving The Orchards, Section 3, Applewood Subdivision. 5. Acknowledgement of receipt of Senate Joint Resolution No. 14 . 2. That the Clerk to the Board is hereby authorized and directed where required by law to set forth upon ~5 It May 8, 1990 - - any of said items the separate vote tabulation for any such item pursuant to this resolution. IN RE: CITIZENS' COMMENTS AND COHKUNICATIONS 1. DENISE SWANSON. 5451 LONSDALE ROAD. asked for increased funding of the School Board budget. 2. CLAUDE KERSEY. 5219 SUGAR LOAF DRIVE. presented a petition from the residents on his street asking for repaving of a portion of Sugar Loaf Drive. Supervisor Eddy responded that the road was not on the Revenue Sharing list, but he would investigate and report back to Mr. Kersey. 3. HENRY BRYANT. 6586 STONESKEEP LANE. advised he would like to remodel and add on to his home, but is not allowed to because it is located in an M-2 ~oning district. He asked for an exception to allow him to add on. Supervisor McGraw directed the Planning staff to work with Mr. Bryant and bring back a report to the Board. Supervisor Eddy asked that the report include a comparison of downzoning the area versus approval of a special exception for Mr. Bryant. IN RE: REPORTS Supervisor Nickens moved to receive and file the following reports. The motion carried by a unanimous voice vote. 1. Capital Fund Unappropriated Balance . . May 8, 1990 35 5 , - 2. General-Fund Unappropriated Balance 3. Board Contingency Fund 4. Income Analysis and statement of Expenditures for the nine months ended March 31, 1990. 5. Report on the Green Hill Park Dedication IN RE: BUDGET WORK SESSION County Administrator Elmer Hodge reviewed the remaining . steps necessary to adopt the budget. He announced a meeting had been set up on Thursday, May 10, 1990 to discuss healthcare insurance. He will bring back a staff recommendation following the meeting. Chairman Robers pointed out only one bid was received and the County could save $98,000 with Community Care Network and Blue Cross Blue Shield. He asked Supervisor Eddy to attend the meeting. Supervisor Johnson stated that he was concerned about funneling employees to one particular hospital for their healthcare needs. Supervisor Robers responded that he felt there was a misunderstanding of how CCN operates and what it provides. Supervisor Johnson asked that the pian be clearly defined with input from employees. Mr. Hodge presented a list of unresolved issues equalling $179,510 and advised there was $56,215 remaining revenue to fund those items the board desires. He also presented a list of the employee positions that were recommended for salary increases based on the market survey. A salary survey comparison 35 6 May 8, 1990 --- - with school positions was also presented to the board members. There was board consensus to set another budget work session prior to the next meeting and Supervisor Johnson suggested May 15, 1990 at 3:00 p.m. IN RE: ADJOURNMENT At 5:25 p.m., Supervisor Johnson moved to adjourn to Tuesday, May 15, 1990 at 3:00 p.m. for the purpose of a budget work session. The motion carried by the a unanimous voice vote. ~s. Chairman .