The
Alleghany County Board of Commissioners met in regular session on
Present: Chair Eldon Edwards, Vice-Chair Warren
Taylor, Commissioner Graylen Blevins, Commissioner
Chair
Eldon Edwards called the meeting to order.
Commissioner
Warren Taylor opened the meeting with a prayer.
Chair
Eldon Edwards stated that the resolution concerning Cherry Lane Volunteer Fire
Department needs to be removed from the agenda.
Commissioner
Warren Taylor made a motion to approve the amended agenda for this
AGENDA
Motion on Agenda for
September 13, 2005 meeting
Motion
on Minutes for August 15 and 29, 2005 meetings
RE: 911 Road Names
RE: Polluting
Industries Zoning Moratorium
1.
Cherry Lane
VFD Resolution (deleted)
2.
Insurance
Resolutions
3.
Youth Football
Budget Amendment
4.
Rural Center
Agreement—NAPCO/Budget Amendment
5.
Other Business
6.
Public
Comments—30 minutes
7.
Adjourn
Commissioner
Chair Eldon Edwards recessed the
regular meeting at
Chair Eldon Edwards asked for public
comments. None were received.
Chair Eldon Edwards closed the
public hearing at
Commissioner Warren Taylor made a
motion to approve the E-911 road names as presented by the
Chair Eldon Edwards recessed the
regular meeting at
Chair Eldon Edwards asked for public
comments.
Sid Miller stated that he doesn’t
see any benefits of the asphalt plant.
He mentioned the dangers of the plant including the traffic situation on
Highway 113 and 18. He talked about the
reasons for Maymead looking to locate here is because we don’t have any
regulations. He reiterated the threats
to the community concerning an asphalt plant. He thanked the Board for their
efforts.
Mickey Hall explained some of the
facts on the ACES pamphlet concerning the air quality permit and acid
rain. He displayed a graph showing the proposed
truck traffic produced by the asphalt plant.
He talked about the number of asphalt plants around
Tom Burgiss asked what happens if this
doesn’t pass. He thanked the Board for
considering this and giving everyone this opportunity to speak on the subject. He talked about employment is one reason why
other people support the asphalt plant.
He further talked about other ways to gain employment in the County.
Bruce Cook stated his appreciation
to everyone. He talked about general issues
concerning the location of an asphalt plant in
Donald Conrad explained the
environment that we have now with tobacco, wine, trees and silage trucks. He talked about toxic clouds, and he has never
seen an asphalt plant or the tar but he knows that the asphalt plant isn’t for
him.
Debbie Erickson with Laurel Ridge
Camp and
Dr. John Kovacich gave the Board
medical facts about asphalt plants. He
stated that he contacted the Centers for Disease Control about asphalt plants
and received a 132-page, 200-article document concerning the scientific data on
asphalt plants. He gave medical statistics
regarding exposure to an asphalt plant.
Earl Deal stated that he is a tree
farmer on
Eva Ingle with the National Committee
for the
Lou Zeller with the Blue Ridge
Environmental Defense League stated that they support the moratorium on
polluting industries. He talked about he
has seen the impact of polluting industries.
He stated that they tried, in
Jim Fender asked what is polluting
industries and how many current polluting industries does
Michael Schwitzer reiterated
comments heard tonight. He stated that he recently moved here due to the opportunity
and beauty in the County. He talked
about a home on the National Historic Record close to the proposed plant
location; Doughton Hall. He further
talked about what Mr. Doughton did for the county, location of the home place
and burial place. He stated that an asphalt
plant is a polluting industry. He
further stated that
Chair Eldon Edwards closed the
public hearing at
Commissioner Graylen Blevins asked
about the amount of space in the new commissioners’ room at the
Commissioner
Commissioner Warren Taylor and
County Manager
The Board of Commissioners voted on
the motion on the floor. Vote 5:0.
Chair Eldon Edwards called for a
brief recess at
Janis Fender and Karon Edwards with
Council on Aging came before the Board to present their annual report. They gave information on their activities, level
1 services, contracting for level 2 services with Generations, congregate meals,
meals on wheels program, outreach, information and referral. Mrs. Edwards talked about their new web page
and the services to be offered online. They
explained more of their activities and services they provide. They talked about applying to become a center
of excellence and explained what is involved in the designation. Ms. Fender invited everyone to their open
house during the Mountain Heritage Festival.
Chair Eldon Edwards stated that his appreciation
for their time and efforts.
Stacy Henderson, Captain with the
Rescue Squad, came before the Board to present their annual report. He gave the Board information regarding their
membership, calls received, training hours, work detail, classes that they have
attended and the amount of continuing education required per person each year. He explained the amount of time involved to
receive the different levels of certifications.
He reminded the Board that they are all volunteers, cover the entire
county, and provide backups services for all of the fire departments and
Commissioner
Commissioner
Chair Eldon Edwards stated that he
is very proud of the squad.
Commissioner Graylen Blevins said thanks
for all of the hard work.
County Manager
Commissioner Warren Taylor made a
motion to approve the resolutions as presented by the
Commissioner
Commissioner Warren Taylor and
County Manager
Commissioner Ken Richardson made a
motion to approve budget amendment Economic Development Fund #1 in the amount
of $262,000. Commissioner Graylen
Blevins seconded the motion. Vote 5:0.
Commissioner Graylen Blevins made a
motion to approve the agreement.
Commissioner Ken Richardson seconded the motion. Vote 5:0.
County Manager
Commissioner Ken Richardson asked
can the Commissioners be the planning board.
Commissioner
Commissioner Ken Richardson and
County Manager
Chair Eldon Edwards asked about
checking into the Commissioners being the planning committee.
Commissioner Warren Taylor stated
that the 15-member land-use group needs to stay with land-use. He talked about this committee needs to be a
couple of Commissioners with
Commissioner
Commissioner Warren Taylor talked
about it would be like the Board of E&R.
County Manager
Commissioner Graylen Blevins talked
about the importance of not sidetracking the other committee.
Commissioner
Commissioner Graylen Blevins commended
Earl Deal for having a Christmas tree selected to be sent to the White House.
Commissioner Ken Richardson stated
that he mentioned in December about having regular meetings with the school
board. He gave examples of emergencies
presented by the schools that still haven’t been resolved including the bus
garage and space for
Chair Eldon Edwards asked for public
comments.
Susan Reinhardt asked about the location
for the next public hearing concerning polluting industries that was discussed
earlier.
Commissioner Graylen Blevins talked
about the size of the new conference room in the
Commissioner
Charlie Scott stated that he will
work with the
Being no further business, Chair
Eldon Edwards made a motion to adjourn at
Respectfully
submitted,
Clerk to the Board
Attest:
Eldon Edwards
Chairman
AN ORDINANCE
ESTABLISHING A MORATORIUM ON CERTAIN POLLUTING INDUSTRIES UNDER
WHEREAS, the Alleghany County Board of Commissioners has, pursuant to the zoning powers of NCGS 153A-340, the authority to regulate and restrict matters of public health, safety, morals, or the general welfare of its citizens within the unincorporated areas of Alleghany County; and,
WHEREAS,
the proposed construction and operation of polluting industries that produce
objectionable levels of noise, odors, vibrations, fumes, light, smoke, air
pollution or other physical manifestations that may have an adverse effect on
the health, safety and welfare of its citizens in
WHEREAS, examples of these concerns include, but are not limited to:
1. Traffic safety
2. Undesirable visual impacts to area and damage to natural resources
3. Objectionable levels of noise, odors, vibrations, fumes, light or smoke that may or may not have hazardous effects; and
WHEREAS, without appropriate planning and regulation on the part of the County, certain polluting industries may negatively impact the public health, safety and welfare of its citizens and negatively impact certain property values within the County; and
WHEREAS, Alleghany County has unspoiled natural resources which could suffer irreparable harm without appropriate planning and regulation of polluting industries by the County; and
WHEREAS, Alleghany County is interested in finding a way to minimize the negative impact such polluting industries could have on the natural resources of Alleghany County; and
WHEREAS, no alternatives other than moratoriums exist that would ensure the status quo until the above issues have been properly analyzed and acted upon; and
WHEREAS, the County may enact this moratorium for a reasonable duration of 90 days in order to preserve the status quo while appropriate County controls and regulations are considered and acted upon; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED that the Board of Commissioners of Alleghany County hereby places this moratorium on the opening or expansion of polluting industries for a period of ninety (90) days following the moratorium’s adoption. Examples of polluting industries include, but are not limited to, asphalt plants, chip mills and medical waste facilities; and
THEREFORE, BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED that the Alleghany County Building Inspection’s Department or any other local permitting agency under the jurisdiction of Alleghany County Government shall be restricted from issuing permits to certain polluting industries under this moratorium in order to maintain the status quo until the moratorium’s termination; and
FINALLY, THEREFORE, BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED that during the duration of this moratorium, the Board will consider all regulations, controls and restrictions allowable under NCGS 153A-340 to address the potential concerns about polluting industries; these proposed regulations, controls or restrictions will be analyzed by legal counsel; and the Alleghany County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing to hear public comment on any proposed regulation, control or restriction on polluting industries that is created under this moratorium.
This ordinance becomes effective upon its adoption on this the 13th day of September, 2005.
RESOLUTION
WHEREAS, Alleghany County desires to provide its employees
insurance and other health benefits as authorized by NCGS 153A-92 (d); and,
WHEREAS, the North Carolina Association of County
Commissioners Health Insurance Trust d.b.a. NCACC Group Benefits Pool,
hereafter called the Pool, has been established pursuant to NCGS 153A-445
(a)(1) and NCGS 160A-460 through 160A-464; and,
WHEREAS, it is desirable for
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Alleghany County Board of Commissioners
hereby adopts the interlocal agreement entitled “Interlocal Agreement for a Group Self-Insurance Fund for
Health, Dental, Life & Disability Risk Sharing or Group Purchase of
Coverage” and thereby joins and agrees to participate in the NCACC Group
Benefits Pool which has been formed to create a group fund to pay and service
the health-related claims of the employees of the counties and other local
agencies joining the Pool.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that
Adopted
this the 13th day of September, 2005.
RESOLUTION
WHEREAS,
WHEREAS, the North Carolina Workers’ Compensation Joint Risk
Management Agency d.b.a. NCACC Workers’ Compensation Pool, hereafter called the
Pool, has been established pursuant to NCGS 153A-445 (a)(1) and NCGS 160A-460
through 160A-464; and,
WHEREAS, it is desirable for
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Alleghany County Board of Commissioners
hereby adopts the interlocal agreement entitled “Interlocal Agreement for a Group Self-Insurance Fund for
Workers’ Compensation Risk Sharing or Group Purchase of Coverage” and thereby
joins and agrees to participate in the NCACC Workers’ Compensation Pool which
has been formed to create a group fund to pay and service the workers’
compensation claims of the employees of the counties and other local agencies
joining the Pool.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that
Adopted
this the 13th day of September, 2005.
RESOLUTION
WHEREAS,
WHEREAS, the North Carolina Counties Liability and Property
Joint Risk Management Agency d.b.a. NCACC Liability and Property Pool,
hereafter called the Pool, has been established pursuant to NCGS 153A-445
(a)(1) and NCGS 160A-460 through 160A-464; and,
WHEREAS, it is desirable for
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Alleghany County Board of Commissioners
hereby adopts the interlocal agreement entitled “Interlocal Agreement for a Group Self-Insurance Fund for
Liability and Property Risk Sharing or Group Purchase of Coverage” and thereby
joins and agrees to participate in the NCACC Liability and Property Pool which
has been formed to create a group fund to pay and service the liability claims
and property losses of the counties and other local agencies joining the Pool.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that
Adopted
this the 13th day of September, 2005.