A Staff Report
ELIZABETHTOWN – The County of Bladen has announced the agenda release for the upcoming Board of Commissioners’ meeting scheduled for August 7, 2023. The meeting will commence at 6:30 pm and will take place in the Commissioners’ Room, located on the lower level of the Bladen County Courthouse at 106 East Broad Street, Elizabethtown.
The agenda, made available by Maria C. Edwards, NCCCC, Assistant to the County Manager/Clerk to the Board, outlines the topics and discussions that will be addressed during the meeting.
Citizens and stakeholders who are interested in a more comprehensive view of the agenda, including attachments and supporting documentation, can access it through the link provided on the County of Bladen’s official website.
For those who are unable to attend the meeting in person, an alternative option is available to listen remotely. By calling 571-317-3122 and using access code 377-006-581, interested parties can tune in to the live audio stream of the proceedings.
The Board of Commissioners’ meetings are essential for citizens to stay informed about important matters concerning the county’s governance, public policies, and community development initiatives. Residents and stakeholders are encouraged to participate in these meetings to voice their concerns, opinions, and suggestions.
About Bladen County:
Bladen County is a vibrant community known for its rich history and cultural heritage. With a population known for its strong community spirit, the county strives to enhance the quality of life for its residents and promote sustainable growth and development.
For more information about the County of Bladen and upcoming events, visit the official website at https://bladennc.govoffice3.com/.
AGENDA
Monday, August 7, 2023
Bladen County Board of Commissioners
Lower Level of the Courthouse, Commissioners’ Room
106 East Broad Street, Elizabethtown, NC 28337 6:30 p.m.
- CALL TO ORDER
- Invocation
- Pledge of Allegiance
- * APPROVE CONSENT ITEMS:
- Proposed Agenda
- Minutes of July 17, 2023 Meeting
- Budget Amendments through August 7, 2023
- County Attorney Fees
- Distribution Request #8 in the Amount of $3,501,946.65 to the North Carolina Education Lottery, Needs-Based Public School Capital Fund
- Reclassification of One Full-Time Transportation Position to Two (2) Part-Time Transportation Positions G. Fentanyl Prevention and Awareness Day Proclamation
- Amended Bladen County Emergency Operations Plan
- 2023 Statewide Mutual Aid Agreement
- Disposal of Certain Surplus Personal Property to Bladen County Schools in Accordance to NCGS 160A-274
- FY 2024 Community Transportation Rural Formula Grant Program (Section 5311) for the Benefit of Bladen Area Rural Transportation System (BARTS)
- Lease Amendment #5 with United States Department of Agriculture for Office Space
- Proclamation in Recognition of Hammond Creek Missionary Baptist Association
- PUBLIC HEARING:
- Public Hearing to Receive Comments Regarding a Proposed Bladen’s Bloomin’ Agri-Industrial, Inc. Forgivable Loan B. * Consider Approving a Joint Development Agreement with Bladen’s Bloomin’ Agri-Industrial, Inc. 4. SPECIAL RECOGNITION:
- Recognize Larry Hammond Upon His Retirement Effective July 31, 2023
- Reception
- INDIVIDUALS/DELEGATIONS WISHING TO ADDRESS COMMISSIONERS:
- Ms. Quessie Peterson, East Arcadia Community Summer Camp
- MATTERS OF INTEREST TO COMMISSIONERS:
- AMERICAN RESCUE PLAN ACT (ARPA):
- * Consider Approving Various ARPA-Enabled Project Applications
- ADVISORY BOARD APPOINTMENTS:
- * Juvenile Crime Prevention Council (JCPC) (15)
- * Tar Heel Fire Service District Committee (2)
- * Tobermory Fire Service District Committee (2)
- ADVISORY BOARD APPOINTMENTS FOR CONSIDERATION DURING AUGUST 21, 2023 A. Carvers Creek Fire District Committee (1)
- Industrial Facilities & Pollution Control Finance Authority (2)
- Keep Bladen Beautiful (2)
- COUNTY MANAGER: (GREG MARTIN)
- Calendar Review
- * Consider Scheduling a Special Meeting to Receive a Cooperative Extension Annual Report to the People C. * Consider Approving 2024 Holiday Schedule
- * Consider Approving a Revised FOCUS Broadband Exhibit J Which Identifies American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Revenue Replacement Funding
- * Consider Accepting and Approving a Scope of Work Submitted by ACT Associates, LLC
- * Consider Adopting a Resolution to Direct the Expenditure of Opioid Settlement Funds
- * Consider Adopting a Resolution to Support the myFutureNC Attainment Goal
- INDIVIDUALS/DELEGATIONS WISHING TO ADDRESS COMMISSIONERS:
- MATTERS OF INTEREST TO COMMISSIONERS:
- CLOSED SESSION:
- * Consider Entering Closed Session in Accordance with NCGS 143-318.11(a)(3) Attorney-Client Privilege, NCGS 143- 318.11(a)(4) Economic Development, and NCGS 143-318.11(a)(5) Real Estate Purchase
- * Consider Exiting Closed Session
- CORRESPONDENCE
- Miscellaneous Correspondence
- * ADJOURN
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