Public Inspection Status The information below was unsealed by majority vote of the Board of Commissioners upon a finding that unsealing the information would not frustrate the purpose of the Chairmdh/ Date an i 20m GENERAL ACCOUNT OF CLOSED SESSION OF HENDERSON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS DATE: February 3, 2014 TIME: 7:25 pm. The Board of Commissioners of Henderson County, North Carolina, met in closed session during its regularly scheduled meeting on Monday, February 3, 2014. This is a general account of that meeting and should be read in that context. Present: Chairman Charlie Messer, Vice-Chairman Tommy Thompson, Commissioner Grady Hawkins, Commissioner Larry Young, Commissioner Mike Edney, County Manager Steve Wyatt, Assistant County Manager Amy Brantley, Attorney Russ Burrell, and Clerk to the Board Teresa Wilson. Also present: President and CEO of the Partnership for Economic Development Andrew Tate. ITEM DISCUSSED pursuant to NCGS Session I Economic Development New Project ?Dogwood? (Windshield profiles) Elkamet is considering expanding to add a plastic operation to support existing and new business in the automotive sector. Currently the parts are imported from an international location and ?nished in East Flat rock before distributing to ?nal assembly manufacturers. This extrusion growth operation will take place in either Henderson County or another Elkamet facility in Germany. The investment would begin in September/October of 2014 with installation of new equipment, production starting in late 2014 or early 2015. The full investment will take place over a 2-year period. The company would start hiring for the new positions by mid-2014, and all 20 would be added within 3 years. Projected investment: $2,500,000 business personal property Projected Job Impact: 20 new employees (Company currently has 60 employees) Wage Rates: Average annual wage of $33,900 annually health insurance provided to all employees There is a possibility of another expansion with growth as they are ahead of projections. Based on 7-year, straight-line depreciation of business personal property, 25% residual, at 70% threshold: Year Annual Incentive Total All Years 1 $8,988.00 $8,988.00 2 $8,025.00 $17,013.00 3 $7,062.00 $24,075.00 4 $6,099.00 $30,174.00 5 $5,136.00 $35,310.00 6 $4,173.00 $39,483.00 7 $3,210.00 $42,693.00 Notes: Do not reference plastic extrusion in public hearing, or public hearing notice competitive pressures. Meeting with NC Commerce set for February 3rd on 1. One NC and 2. Customized Training Timeline: Public hearing will be set and advertised at February 19, 2014 meeting. Public hearing will be held on March 17, 2014. It was the consensus of the Board to o?er incentives for 7 years. Hie/e (Maw Terbsa L. Wilson, Clerk to the Board Charles D. Messer, @hairman NOV 1 9 20M Public Inspection Status The information below was unsealed by majority vote of the Board of Commissioners upon a findig hat unealing th information would not frustrate the purpose of the Closed Se . - arm '1 v; Chairman Date GENERAL ACCOUNT OF CLOSED SESSION OF HENDERSON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS DATE: February 3, 2014 TIME: 7:25 pm. The Board of Commissioners of Henderson County, North Carolina, met in closed session during its regularly scheduled meeting on Monday, February 3, 2014. This is a general account of that meeting and Should be read in that context. Present: Chairman Charlie Messer, Vice-Chairman Tommy Thompson, Commissioner Grady Hawkins, Commissioner Larry Young, Commissioner Mike Edney, County Manager Steve Wyatt, Assistant County Manager Amy Brantley, Attorney Russ Burrell, and Clerk to the Board Teresa Wilson. Also present: President and CEO of the Partnership for Economic Development Andrew Tate. ITEM DISCUSSED pursuant to NCGS Session II Economic Development Project ?Andies? (Update Mona Lisa Foods decorative chocolates) Project Andies is an existing industry located in unincorporated Henderson County. The company currently employs 52 full-time workers. Following a sale of the original business in 2012, the facility is now part of a large, international ?rm which has manufacturing and distribution capabilities located in the U.S. and abroad. Project Andies? parent company is considering a consolidation and expansion effort that could positively impact the company?s existing Henderson County facility. This effort would add production capacity and a new product line to the local operation?s business offerings. Henderson County is competing against a similar facility located in American Canyon, CA. If selected, the parent company would likely close the west coast facility and relocate all assets to the NC facility (the Henderson County facility is not at risk for closure). The company has developed investment and employment projections that include a $2 million investment in business personal property (machinery/equipment) and a real property investment that would expand their existing facility by 20,000 square feet Plant management anticipates a decision to occur in Spring, 2014. Projected Investment: $2 million business personal property $2.2 million real property Jobs Created: 12 newjobs Wages: $15.00/hour average bene?ts Based on 7-year, straight?line depreciation of business personal property, 25% residual, at 70% threshold: Year Annual Incentive Total All Years 1 $10,426.08 $10,426.08 2 $9,886.80 $20,312.88 3 $9,347.52 $29,660.40 4 $8,808.24 $38,468.64 5 $8,268.96 $46,737.60 6 $7,729.68 $54,467.28 7 $7,190.40 $61,657.68 1 1.20.13 BOC Notes: 4 years at 70% 02-03-2014 Update: Investment numbers have increased from $2.9 to 4.2 million Employment ?gures may be increased from 12 to 17 full?time jobs Year Annual Incentive Total All Years 1 $15,099.84 $15,099.84 2 $14,329.44 $29,429.28 3 $13,559.04 $42,988.32 4 $12,788.64 $55,776.96 It was the consensus offhe Board to adjust the incentives based on new numbers for four (4) years. Kilian Teresa L. Wilson, Clerk to the Board - Charles D. Messerfthainnan ll han?whn? 1 NOV 1 9 201-!- Public Inspection Status The information below was unsealed by majority vote of the Board of Commissioners upon a finding that unsealing the information would not frustrate the purpose of the Closed - "my I II Date GENERAL ACCOUNT OF CLOSED SESSION OF HENDERSON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS DATE: February 19, 2014 TIME: 10:35 a.m. The Board of Commissioners of Henderson County, North Carolina, met in closed session during its regularly scheduled meeting on Wednesday, February 19, 2014. This is a general account of that meeting and should be read in that context. Present: Chairman Charlie Messer, Vice-Chairman Tommy Thompson, Commissioner Grady Hawkins, Commissioner Larry Young, Commissioner Mike Edney, County Manager Steve Wyatt, Assistant County Manager Amy Brantley, Attorney Russ Burrell, and Clerk to the Board Teresa Wilson. Also present: Director of Business and Community Development John Mitchell, President and CEO of the Partnership for Economic Development Andrew Tate. ITEM DISCUSSED pursuant to NCGS Session 11 Economic Development Project Dogwood The company will probably announce after the public hearing. Teresa E. Wilson, Clerk to the Board Charles .- -. r. i - I Lit} it . . r? Public Inspection Status The information below was unsealed by majority vote of the Board of Commissioners upon a finding that unsealing th information would not frustrate the purpose of the Closed Se Chairman Date GENERAL ACCOUNT OF CLOSED SESSION OF HENDERSON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS DATE: February 19, 2014 TIME: 10:36 a.m. The Board of Commissioners of Henderson County, North Carolina, met in closed session during its regularly scheduled meeting on Wednesday, February 19, 2014. This is a general account of that meeting and should be read in that context. Present: Chairman Charlie Messer, Vice-Chairman Tommy Thompson, Commissioner Grady Hawkins, Commissioner Larry Young, Commissioner Mike Eduey, County Manager Steve Wyatt, Assistant County Manager Amy Brantley, Attorney Russ Burrell, and Clerk to the Board Teresa Wilson. Also present: Director of Business and Community Development John Mitchell, President and CEO of the Partnership for Economic Development Andrew Tate. ITEM DISCUSSED pursuant to NCGS Session Economic Development Project Andies The company is land locked and not sure of how to grow building at this time. @235 -44; 3; Tei?esa L. Wilson, Clerk to the Board Charles D. Messer, leain Public Inspection Status The information below was unsealed by majority vote of the Board of Commissioners upon a finding that unsealing the information would not frustrate the purpose of the Closed Ss'on. Date DATE: February 19, 2014 GENERAL ACCOUNT OF CLOSED SESSION OF HENDERSON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS TIME: 10:55 am. The Board of Commissioners of Henderson County, North Carolina, met in closed session during its regularly scheduled meeting on Wednesday, February 19, 2014. This is a general account of that meeting and should be read in that context. Present: Chairman Charlie Messer, Vice-Chairman Tommy Thompson, Commissioner Grady Hawkins, Commissioner Larry Young, Commissioner Mike Edney, County Manager Steve Wyatt, Assistant County Manager Amy Brantley, Attorney Russ Burrell, and Clerk to the Board Teresa Wilson. Also present: Director of Business and Community Development John Mitchell ITEM DISCUSSED pursuant to NCGS Session Property Acquisition County Manager Steve Wyatt explained that he and Amy Brantley met with Jay Kirby, Dr. Molly Parkhill, John Connet, and Jerry McGee (via conference call) the previous Friday and put together a letter of intent (attached) with the help of an attorney for each entity. It is a ?ve (5) party partnership de?ning the role of a Health Science Institute. Each entity is to sign within the month of February with yea or nay. A press conference will be held explaining the plan and parties agreements. Henderson County will build the building at an approximate cost of $10m, and the City of Hendersonville will provide the land. Blue Ridge Community College and Wingate will design the building. Pardee Hospital has shown interest in leasing any unused space. Commissioner Edney made the motion that the Board authorizes the County Manager to continue negotiations on this project. All voted in favor and the motion carried. Commissioner Young made the motion to go out of closed session and adjourn at 11:20 am. All voted in favor and the motion carried. 4' Wm Lat/W" Te?resa L. Wilson, Clerk to the Board Cha D. Messer, Chglitan rles Public Inspection Status The information below was unsealed by majority vote of the Board of Commissioners upon a finding hat unealing the information would not frustrate the purpose of the Closed Se .4 a Chairman Date GENERAL ACCOUNT OF CLOSED SESSION OF HENDERSON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS DATE: March 17, 2014 TIME: 7:35 p.m. The Board of Commissioners of Henderson County, North Carolina, met in closed session during its regularly scheduled meeting on Monday, March 17, 2014. This is a general account of that meeting and should be read in that context. Present: Chairman Charlie Messer, Vice?Chairman Tommy Thompson, Commissioner Grady Hawkins, Commissioner Larry Young, Commissioner Mike Edney, County Manager Steve Wyatt, Assistant County Manager Amy Brantley, Attorney Russ Burrell, and Clerk to the Board Teresa Wilson. Also present: Director of Business and Community Development John Mitchell, CEO and President of the Henderson County Partnership for Economic Development Andrew Tate. ITEM DISCUSSED pursuant to NCGS Session Economic Development Andrew Tate reminded the Board of the Continental Expansion event scheduled for March 28th from I 1:30 am. 1:30 pm. Many important people will be in attendance. WM Teiesa L. Wilson, Clerk to the Board Chrle if: Public Inspection Status The information below was unsealed by majority vote of the Board of Commissioners upon a finding that unsealing the information would not frustrate the purpose of the Closed 5 ion. 0 1/ Chai an Date GENERAL ACCOUNT OF CLOSED SESSION OF HENDERSON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS DATE: March 17, 2014 TIME: 7:45 pm. The Board of Commissioners of Henderson County, North Carolina, met in closed session during its regularly scheduled meeting on Monday, March 17, 2014. This is a general account of that meeting and should be read in that context. Present: Chairman Charlie Messer, Vice-Chairman Tommy Thompson, Commissioner Grady Hawkins, Commissioner Larry Young, Commissioner Mike Edney, County Manager Steve Wyatt, Assistant County Manager Amy Brantley, Attorney Russ Burrell, and Clerk to the Board Teresa Wilson. ITEM DISCUSSED pursuant to NCGS 143-318.] Session VII Consult with Attorney Wingate/BRCC/Project: Russ Burrell disclosed that he had received no word in regard to a signed document from the City of Hendersonville. The property (Highway 64) in questions was drafted in a Will to certain people and all signatures of those heirs are necessary. We still have the BRCC property for consideration. Steve Wyatt suggested he tell them 1 week or the deals off with the City of Hendersonville. (Ci/99w Teresa L. Wilson, Clerk to the Board rles . Messer, CQ?rman ill: Milli} Public Inspection Status The information below was unsealed by majority vote of the Board of Commissioners upon a finding that unsealing the information would not frustrate the purpose of the Closed Ses io . 1% am.) Chairman Date GENERAL ACCOUNT OF CLOSED SESSION OF HENDERSON COUNTY BOARD OF COMNIISSIONERS DATE: April 16,2014 TIME: 9:50a.m. The Board of Commissioners of Henderson County, North Carolina, met in closed session during its regularly scheduled meeting on Monday, April 16, 2014. This is a general account of that meeting and should be read in that context. Present: Chairman Charlie Messer, Vice-Chairman Tommy Thompson, Commissioner Grady Hawkins, Commissioner Larry Young, Commissioner Mike Edney, County Manager Steve Wyatt, Assistant County Manager Amy Brantley, Attorney Russ Burrell, and Clerk to the Board Teresa Wilson. Also present: Director of Business and Community Development John Mitchell ITEM DISCUSSED pursuant to NCGS Session I Attorney/Client Attorney Russ Burrell discussed a draft inter-local agreement with the City of Asheville regarding the sale of the Bent Creek Property (MSD). The agreement is subject to legislative approval. The City of Asheville has not yet met but has voiced an agreement to sell the Bent Creek Property and split the proceeds equally with Henderson County. Henderson County will use its proceeds for the purchase and construction of a local law enforcement training center. The design and scope of the Training Center shall be at the discretion of Henderson County, and may include a live ammunition weapons training area. Commissioner Thompson made the motion that the Board of Commissioners accept the inter-local agreement as presented and authorize the Chairman to sign and execute the document. All voted in favor and the motion carried. Commissioner Thompson made the motion to go out of Closed session. All voted in favor and the motion carried. [new Tie kt th Ch ,Chesser alr Public Inspection Status The information below was unsealed by majority vote of the Board of Commissioners upon a finding that unsealing the information would not frustrate the purpose of the Closed Session. Date GENERAL ACCOUNT OF CLOSED SESSION OF HENDERSON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS I CANE CREEK WATER AND SEWER ADVISORY BOARD DATE: May 12, 2014 TIME: 9:25 p.m. The Board of Commissioners of Henderson County, North Carolina, met in closed session during its regularly scheduled meeting on Monday, May 12, 2014. This is a general account of that meeting and should be read in that context. Present: Chairman Charlie Messer, Commissioner Grady Hawkins, Commissioner Larry Young, Commissioner Mike Edney, County Manager Steve Wyatt, Assistant County Manager Amy Brantley, Attorney Russ Burrell, and Clerk to the Board Teresa Wilson. Absent was: Vice-Chairman Tommy Thompson Also present: Director of Business and Community Development John Mitchell, County Engineer Marcus Jones. ITEM DISCUSSED pursuant to NCGS Session I Attorney Client Cane Creek Water and Sewer There is a Cane Creek Sewer line crossing the Fletcher Warehouse Company property. In constructing the line, the contractor left the limits of easement and installed the line on property in which the County did not have right to instali. Additionally a line that was intended to be installed along the Fletcher Warehouse Company property boundaries must be moved further into the Fletcher Warehouse Company property because of the installation of a gas line. After negotiations the parties agreed to a settlement; Cane Creek Water and Sewer will be granted easement where needed but Fletcher Warehouse Company will no longer contribute to the cost of construction. It was the consensus ofthe Board to accept the settlement. Teresa L. Wilson, Clerk to the Board Charles D. MesserfChainnan . at: Public Inspection Status The information below was unsealed by majority vote of the Board of Commissioners upon a finding that unsealing the information would not frustrate the purpose of the Closed Sessin. . Date GENERAL ACCOUNT OF CLOSED SESSION OF HENDERSON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS DATE: May 12, 2014 TIME: 9:32 pm. The Board of Commissioners of Henderson County, North Carolina, met in closed session during its regularly scheduled meeting on Monday, May 12, 2014. This is a general account of that meeting and should be read in that context. Present: Chairman Charlie Messer, Commissioner Grady Hawkins, Commissioner Larry Young, Commissioner Mike Edney, County Manager Steve Wyatt, Assistant County Manager Amy Brantley, Attorney Russ Burrell, and Clerk to the Board Teresa Wilson. Absent was: Vice-Chairman Tommy Thompson Also present: Director of Business and Community Development John Mitchell. ITEM DISCUSSED pursuant to NCGS Session II Economic Development Skink [11 (Cane Creek Cycling Components) Project Skink is an existing industry located in the Town of Fletcher, NC that currently employs 38 full- time workers. Skink 111 plans to announce the development of a new product line in the Summer of 2014 followed by a second new product launch in early 2016. These new product lines are expected to have a signi?cant impact on company sales. In order to meet manufacturing goals for the new products, the company plans to either outsource the manufacturing process to an overseas production firm located in Taiwan, or manufacture and assemble the products at the company?s existing Fletcher location. If the company decides to produce the products domestically, the project will require an investment in new machinery a physical expansion of the existing office space (est. $250,000 500,000) and the creation of hourly and salaried positions (55 total jobs). The company plans to make an investment decision in Summer 2014. HCPED is working with NC Commerce to explore the possible use of a One NC fund grant for this project. If approved, it would be based on matching the local (County and town) commitment over a 3-year period. The company has requested that the agreement signed in June/July 2013 for the original Project Skink be terminated. The company did not initiate the investment associated with that project. Projected Investment: - $345,500 new business personal property $250,000 500,000 real property (TBD) Projected Job Impact: Wage Rates: Based on $500,000 investment in real property, $345,500 investment in business personal property, the creation of 55 new jobs, at 90% employment factor, with 7-year straight line depreciation on business 55 new jobs (hiring will take place from 2014-2017) $33,922 I year average for all jobs 39 hourly positions ($14.02 hour average wage) 16 salary positions ($45,500 I year average wage) personal property and a 25% residual. Year Fletcher Henderson County Cumulative Total 1 $1,712.14 $3,908.24 $5,620.38 2 $1,637.18 $3,737.13 $10,994.68 3 $1,562.22 $3,566.02 $16,122.91 4 $1,487.25 $3,394.91 $21,005 .07 5 $1,412.29 $3,223 .79 $25,641.16 6 $1,337.33 $3,052.68 $30,031.17 7 $1,262.37 $2,881.57 $34,175.11 It was the consensus of the Board to o?er incentives for 5 years based on incentives listed. Teresa L. Wilson, Clerk to the Board Public Inspection Status The information below was unsealed by majority vote of the Board of Commissioners upon a finding that unsealing the information would not frustrate the purpose of the Closed - Chairman Date GENERAL ACCOUNT OF CLOSED SESSION OF HENDERSON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS DATE: June 30,2014 TIME: 7:05 p.m. The Board of Commissioners of Henderson County, North Carolina, met in closed session during its regularly scheduled meeting on Monday, June 30, 2014. This is a general account of that meeting and should be read in that context. Present: Chairman Charlie Messer, Vice-Chairman Tommy Thompson, Commissioner Grady Hawkins, Commissioner Lany Young, Commissioner Mike Edney. Also present were: County Manager Steve Wyatt, Assistant County Manager Amy Brantley, Attorney Russ Burrell, and Clerk to the Board Teresa Wilson, and John Mitchell. Also present was: CEO and President of the Henderson County Partnership for Economic Development Andrew Tate. ITEM DISCUSSED pursuant to NCGS Session II Economic Development Andrew Tate stated Project Skink is an existing industry located in the Town of Fletcher, NC that currently employs 38 full-time workers. Skink 111 plans to announce the development of a new product line in the Summer of 2014 followed by a second new product launch in early 20016. These new product lines are expected to have a significant impact on company sales. In order to meet manufacturing goals for the new products, the company plans to either outsource the manufacturing process to an overseas production firm located in Taiwan, or manufacture and assemble the products at the company?s existing Fletcher location. If the company decides to produce the products domestically, the project will require an investment in new machinery a physical expansion of the existing of?ce space ($750,000) and the creation of hourly and salaried positions (55 total jobs). The company plans to make an investment decision in Summer 2014. The company has requested that the agreement signed in June/July 2012 for the original Project Skink be terminated. The company did not initiate the investment associated with that project. Projected Investment: $345,500 new business personal property $750,000-rea1 property Projected Job Impact: 55 newjobs (hiring will take place from 2014-2017) Wage Rates: $33,922/year average for all jobs 39theurly positions average wage) 16 salary position average wage) Based on $750,000 investment in real property, $345,500 investment in business personal property, the creation of 55 new jobs, at 90% employment factor, with 7-year straight line depreciation on business personal property and a 25% residual. Fire district tax of $0.10 was removed from Town of Fletcher ad valorem rate of $0.325 per $100. Year 1 ?Janna-mu It was the consensus of the Board to o?er incentives for 7 years. Fletcher 2,218.39 2,143.43 2,068.47 1,993.50 1,918.54 1,843.58 1,768.62 Henderson Co 5,063.84 4,892.73 4,721.62 4,550.51 4,379.39 4,208.28 4,037.17 1,2. Teresa L. Wilson, Clerk to the Board Cumulative Total 7,282.23 14,318.38 21,108.46 27,652.47 33,950.41 40,002.27 45,808.06 Public Inspection Status The information below was unsealed by majority vote of the Board of Commissioners upon a finding unsaling the i formation would not frustrate the purpose of the Closed Sess' :1 . Chairman Date GENERAL ACCOUNT OF CLOSED SESSION OF HENDERSON COUNTY BOARD OF COMNIISSIONERS DATE: August 4, 2014 TIME: 6:55 pm. The Board of Commissioners of Henderson County, North Carolina, met in closed session during its regularly scheduled meeting on Monday, August 4, 2014. This is a general account of that meeting and should be read in that context. Present: Chairman Charlie Messer, Vice-Chairman Tommy Thompson, Commissioner Grady Hawkins, Commissioner Larry Young, Commissioner Mike Edney, County Manager Steve Wyatt, Assistant County Manager Amy Brantley, Attorney Russ Burrell, and Clerk to the Board Teresa Wilson. Also present: Director of Business and Community Development John Mitchell, CEO and President of the Henderson County Partnership for Economic Development Andrew Tate. ITEM DISCUSSED pursuant to NCGS Session 11 Economic Development Project Warm Products Expansion Warm Products, Inc. is an existing industry located in unincorporated Henderson County. The company, headquartered in WA operates two manufacturing/distribution facilities which includes the Henderson County facility, currently employing 28-29 persons (16 ?ill-time permanent, 12-13 temporary), and a separate west coast operation located in Elma, Washington. Due to significant growth and a desire to further its growth in the industrial segment of its business, the company?s existing product demand exceeds capacity. The company is currently considering an investment that will either impact a new production facility in Elma, or the Henderson County operation. The project will result in a investment in business personal property and a real property investment through the construction of a new, free-standing 80,000 sf facility. The new facility would house 2 new production lines to start with an expectation of adding another, as well as raw material storage and finished goods distribution and warehousing. The Henderson County facility and area are the favored location for the company?s new growth. The company recently purchased adjacent property that would accommodate construction of a new building. The expectation is that this investment will take place over a 12-24 month period. A decision is expected by end of Summer or Fall 2014. Investment: $2.5 million business personal property $2.4 million real property Jobs Wages: 5?7 new full-time permanent positions, 5-7 new temporary positions $15.00/hr average wage bene?ts including medical and dental insurance 1: for employees and all dependents as well as 401K contribution matching. Based on 7-year, straight-line depreciation of business personal property, 25% residual, at 70% threshold over 4 years: . Year Henderson County Cumulative Total 1 $17,616.48 $17,616.48 2 $16,653.48 $34,269.96 3 $15,690.48 $49,960.44 4 $14,727.48 $64,687.92 It was the consensus of the Board to o?er incentives for four (4) years. Mm Adz/ea? Terbsa?fWilson, Clerk to the Board Charles D. Messer, Cirman l3 Public Inspection Status The information below was unsealed by majority vote of the Board of Commissioners upon a finding that unsealing the information would not frustrate the purpose of the Chairman Date GENERAL ACCOUNT OF CLOSED SESSION OF HENDERSON COUNTY BOARD OF COMNIISSIONERS DATE: August 4, 2014 TIME: 7:55 p.m. The Board of Commissioners of Henderson County, North Carolina, met in closed session during its regularly scheduled meeting on Monday, August 4, 2014. This is a general account of that meeting and should be read in that context. Present: Chairman Charlie Messer, Vice-Chairman Tommy Thompson, Commissioner Grady Hawkins, Commissioner Larry Young, Commissioner Mike Edney, County Manager Steve Wyatt, Assistant County Manager Amy Brantley, Attorney Russ Burrell, and Clerk to the Board Teresa Wilson. Also present: Director of Business and Community Development John Mitchell. ITEM DISCUSSED pursuant to NCGS Session CONSULT WITH ATTORNEY Attorney Russ Burrell stated he has received yet another road renaming appeal. He suggested the Board consider a moratorium on road renaming for 60 days until a new ordinance can be prepared requiring all connecting property owners to agree on the change. It was the consensus of the Board to do a moratorium on road renaming for 60 days. (Wm Z/l/Za/ TerEsa L. Wilson, Clerk to the Board Charles D. Messer, Chairman lil?il?i?ii?ll Eli i . Public Inspection Status The information below was unsealed by majority vote of the Board of Commissioners upon a finding that unsealing the information would not frustrate the purpose of the Closed Sessio. .. Date GENERAL ACCOUNT OF CLOSED SESSION OF HENDERSON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS DATE: September 2, 2014 TIME: 8:00 p.m. The Board of Commissioners of Henderson County, North Carolina, met in closed session during its regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday, September 2, 2014. This is a general account of that meeting and should be read in that context. Present: Chairman Charlie Messer, Vice-Chairman Tommy Thompson, Commissioner Grady Hawkins, Commissioner Mike Edney, Commissioner Larry Young, County Manager Steve Wyatt, Assistant County Manager Amy Brantley Attorney Russ Burrell, and Clerk to the Board Teresa Wilson. Also present: Director of Business and Community Development John Mitchell, and Fire Marshal Rocky Hyder. ITEM DISCUSSED pursuant to NCGS Session Attorney Client The appraisal for the Bent Creek Property came in at $6.815 million. It will be shared with Wanda Green in Buncombe County tomorrow. Ms. Green is aware of the appraisal and will be discussing with the Buncombe County Board of Commissioners at their next meeting. The Henderson County Board will authorize sell of the property if Buncombe County is not interested. Steve Wyatt recommended sending a copy of the appraisal to Buncombe County and wait for their feedback. Commissioner Thompson made the motion to go out of closed session and adjourn at 8:05 p. m. All voted infavor and the motion carried. Teresa?L. Wilson, ?erk to the Board Charles D. Messer, Cly'innan new Public Inspection Status The information below was unsealed by majority vote of the Board of Commissioners upon a finding that unsealing the 'nformation would not frustrate the purpose of the Closed i' Chairman Date GENERAL ACCOUNT OF CLOSED SESSION OF HENDERSON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS DATE: October 6, 2014 TIME: 6:25 pm. The Board of Commissioners of Henderson County, North Carolina, met in closed session during its regularly scheduled meeting on Monday, October 6, 2014. This is a general account of that meeting and should be read in that context. Present: Chairman Charlie Messer, Vice-Chairman Tommy Thompson, Commissioner Grady Hawkins, Commissioner Mike Edney, Commissioner Larry Young, County Manager Steve Wyatt, Assistant County Manager Amy Brantley Attorney Russ Burrell, and Clerk to the Board Teresa Wilson. Also present: Director of Business and Community Development John Mitchell, Engineer Marcus Jones, President of Agri-Business Henderson County, and Board of Director member Mike Cooper. ITEM DISCUSSED pursuant to NCGS Session Economic Development Project Jihlliance? Mark Williams informed the Board of a Sewer Extension Project for Tri?Hishtl. This company and several other companies could bene?t from a sewer extension along School House Road in Mills River. The project would cost approximately $240,000 to $250,000 and would be a public pump station. AGHC is pursuing a grant from Golden Leaf for $200,000 of the project cost. The sewer line would bring in approximately $10,000 of revenue per year once the project is complete. Maintenance of the pump station will be approximately $30,000 per year to Henderson County. It was consensus of the Board to do this project as CC WSD instead of as economic development, contingent upon receiving the Golden Leaf grant in the amount of $200, 000. Russ Burrell was directed to do an RBA for the October 15, 2014 meeting for Commissioner Thompson made the motion to go out of closed session and adjourn at 7:20 p. m. All voted in favor and the motion carried. Wm, (ct/W" Teresa L. Wilson, Clerk to the Board Charl imam Ki?l'i Fl Public Inspection Status The information below was unsealed by majority vote of the Board of Commissioners upon a finding that unsealing the information would not frustrate the purpose of the ClosedSes% Chairman Date GENERAL ACCOUNT OF CLOSED SESSION OF HENDERSON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS DATE: November 3, 2014 TIME: 6:10 pm. The Board of Commissioners of Henderson County, North Carolina, met in closed session during its regularly scheduled meeting on Monday, November 3, 2014. This is a general account of that meeting and should be read in that context. Present: Chairman Charlie Messer, Vice-Chairman Tommy Thompson, Commissioner Grady Hawkins, Commissioner Mike Edney, Commissioner Larry Young, County Manager Steve Wyatt, Assistant County Manager Amy Brantley, Attorney Russ Burrell, and Clerk to the Board Teresa Wilson. Also present: Director of Business and Community Development John Mitchell, Assessor Stan Duncan, and Engineer Marcus Jones ITEM DISCUSSED pursuant to NCGS Session I Consult with attorney Stan Duncan, along with attorney Russ Burrell, discussed the appeal of Mobility with the NC Property Tax Commission. In 2011, Mobility appealed their appraised values in several North Carolina counties, including Henderson County. Subsequent appeals were ?led in the following years. For 2014, the North Carolina Department of Revenue made changes to their Trending Schedules to recognize the obsolescence of their analogue equipment in the face of digital competition in the cellular market. Mr. Duncan based the 2014 appraisal and assessment of their property on those changes recommended from NCDOR. The taxpayer accepted the 2014 values as rendered. Year Original Taxpayer?s Opinion of Value Reduced Consent Assessed Value Valuation Agreement 2011 $5,645,518 $3,729,674 $1,135,357 $4,510,161 2012 $9,183,408 $4,613,442 $2,759,580 $6,423,828 2013 $10,468,661 $3,475,720 $4,193,189 $6,275,472 2014 $6,596,683 (Taxpayer accepted prior to billing) $0 $6,596,683 $41,540.62 The REFUND for taxes levied and paid on the county rate of .5136 for tax years 201 l, 2012, and 2013. 5,169.01 $46,709.63 3,436.77 $50,146.40 The REFUND for taxes levied and paid on Fire District rates NOTE: No reductions were made to Bat Cave, Gerton, or Mills River NOTE: Dana FD was not affected by the appeal (no property situs) Total REFUND for all non-municipal taxes levied and paid Plus INTEREST added by statutory authority set forth in GS. 105 the calculation of which is based on the date of payments and for a period of ?ve days extending past the date the refund check is cut by county ?nance. TOTAL (highest possible refund if FD taxes are inclUded from General Fund) Mr. Duncan will notify the municipalities of their separate obligation to follow suit with their refunds on November 4, 2014. Commissioner thompson made the motion that the Board approve payment of the FD ?s refund out of the General Fund, and instruct Stan Duncan to notijfv the ?re council of the action and impact. All voted in favor and the motion carried. ?/Mnn Teresa fWilson, Elerk to the Board I I I I Charles D. Messer, Chginnan__