Greene County Board of Commissioners
December Monthly Meeting
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GREENE COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
REGULAR MONTHLY MEETING
DECEMBER 2012
DECEMBER 11, 2012 WORK SESSION:
Chairman Channell led the Pledge of Allegiance and observed a moment of silence.
Call to Order: Chairman Channell called the Work Session to order at 6:05 p.m.
Roll Call: Commissioners Torbert, Andrews, Rhodes, Sanders, and Chairman Channell were present. Also present was County Manager Byron Lombard.
Minutes: The Minutes from the November Regular Monthly Meeting, and the November 28, 2012 Called Meeting were discussed. The Chairman inquired with the Commissioners to determine if any corrections were necessary. No corrections were noted. No official action was taken.
Planning & Zoning:
Preliminary Plat Approval for Reynolds Plantation – Horseshoe Bend, Section II:
The Commissioners reviewed a request from Reynolds Plantation for a Preliminary Plat approval for Horseshoe Bend, Section II. The proposed subdivision will create 18 lots, and is located at the end of Linger Longer Drive. The parcel of land contains 30.7 acres zoned LPUD. No official action was taken.
Business Items:
Appointment to the Tax Assessor’s Board: The Commissioners received information that the term of Ron Jones on the Tax Assessors Board expires on December 31, 2012. The appointment requires Board action to either appoint Mr. Jones for another term, or appoint a replacement member. No official action was taken.
Appointment to the Planning & Zoning Board: The Commissioners received information that the term of Mr. Kelvin Jackson on the Planning & Zoning Board expires on December 31, 2012. Mr. Jackson serves as the District 2 representative. The appointment to the Planning & Zoning Board requires formal action by the Board of Commissioners. No official action was taken.
Appointments to the Airport Authority: The Commissioners received information that the terms of Wally Pate and John Miles on the Airport Authority will expire on December 31, 2012. Appointments are made for two-year terms. No official action was taken.
Resolution to Adopt the Local Emergency Operations Plan Update: The Commissioners reviewed the Resolution Regarding Emergency Management that is required to be updated every four years. The update primarily involves the contact information for the agencies and officials in the plan. Adoption of a current resolution is required with each update. The resolution has been previously adopted, but the state and federal requirements necessitate the adoption of a current resolution. No official action was taken.
Budget Adjustments: The Commissioners received three budget adjustments for the 2013 fiscal year that have been identified for Board consideration. Each adjustment is for routine business considerations. Two of the adjustments involve proceeds received from the insurance company due to claims for damaged vehicles. The adjustments are needed to recognize the revenue and offset the associated repair expense. The remaining adjustment involves the proceeds received from the SCAAP Grant and corresponding balance entries. No official action was taken.
Reapportionment Plan: The Board has reviewed various reapportionment plans for consideration. The Board of Commissioners, in conjunction with the Board of Education, must adopt a reapportionment plan to submit to the General Assembly, then to the USDOJ for preclearance. No official action was taken.
Adjournment: Chairman Channell adjourned the meeting at 6:13 p.m.
DECEMBER 11, 2012 VOTING SESSION:
Call to Order: Chairman Channell called the Voting Session to order at 6:45 p.m.
Roll Call: Commissioners Andrews, Rhodes, Torbert, Sanders and Chairman Channell were present. Also present was County Manager Byron Lombard.
Minutes: Commissioner Rhodes motioned to approve the minutes from the November Regular Monthly Meeting, and the November 28, 2012 Called Meeting. Commissioner Andrews seconded. Motion carried unanimously.
Planning & Zoning:
Preliminary Plat Approval for Reynolds Plantation – Horseshoe Bend, Section II:
Commissioner Torbert motioned to approve the Preliminary Plat for Horseshoe Bend, Section II submitted by Reynolds Plantation. Commissioner Sanders seconded. Motion carried unanimously.
Business Items:
Appointment to the Tax Assessor’s Board: Commissioner Sanders motioned to appoint Ron Jones to the Greene County Tax Assessors Board for a three-year term beginning January 1, 2013 and ending December 31, 2015. Commissioner Rhodes seconded. Motioned carried unanimously.
Appointment to the Planning & Zoning Board: Commissioner Andrews motioned to appoint Kelvin Jackson to the Greene County Planning & Zoning Board as the District 2 representative for a term beginning January 1, 2013 and ending December 31, 2015. Commissioner Rhodes seconded. Motion carried unanimously.
Appointments to the Airport Authority: Commissioner Andrews motioned to appoint Vincent Lewis to the Airport Authority for a two-year term beginning January 1, 2013 and ending December 31, 2014. Commissioner Rhodes seconded. Motion carried with Andrews, Rhodes, Torbert, and Chairman Channell voting in favor, Sanders voting against. Commissioner Rhodes motioned to appoint Wally Pate to the Airport Authority for a two-year term beginning January 1, 2013 and ending December 31, 2014. Commissioner Andrews seconded. Motion carried unanimously.
Resolution to Adopt the Local Emergency Operations Plan Update: Commissioner Andrews motioned to approve Resolution Number 2012.12.11 adopting the update to the Local Emergency Operations Plan, and to waive the reading of the Resolution. Commissioner Rhodes seconded. Motioned carried unanimously.
Budget Adjustments: Commissioner Sanders motioned to approve the necessary budget adjustments to account for insurance proceeds totaling $7,027.74 and grant proceeds totaling $1,519.00, along with the corresponding expenses and balancing entries. Commissioner Torbert seconded. Motioned carried unanimously.
Reapportionment Plan: Commissioner Sanders motioned to adopt the plan labeled as Greene P3 to submit to the General Assembly. Commissioner Torbert seconded. Motioned carried with Channell, Torbert and Sanders voting in favor, Andrews and Rhodes voting against.
Commissioner’s Report:
District One Commissioner had no report.
District Two Commissioner wished Chairman Channell and Commissioner Sanders farewell, and Happy Holidays to the citizens of Greene County.
District Three Commissioner had no report.
District Four Commissioner stated that it had been a pleasure serving district four for the past 16 years and wished everyone well.
Chairman Channell reported that it has been a pleasure serving as Chairman of the County Commission. He noted that sometimes it has been very difficult, sometimes very easy, but most of the time the Commissioners were making accomplishments for Greene County—a community he loves and decided to raise a family in. He recalled that he’s seen a lot of changes, and that all of them have been for the good. He stated that the county staff is very well run and financially sound. He stated that the Commissioners care about this job, and that the job is a full-time role. He also told everyone Merry Christmas and Happy New Year, and he expressed a hope that your new year is better than your last year.
Executive Session: None
Adjournment: Chairman Channell adjourned the meeting at 6:49 p.m.
Respectfully Submitted,
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Sylvia V. Hill, County Clerk
The above minutes were adopted and approved this day 15th day of January, 2013.
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Ed Bullard, Chairman Jimmy Britt, Commissioner
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Titus Andrews, Sr., Commissioner Gerald Torbert, Commissioner
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Marion Rhodes, Commissioner