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TRANSYLVANIA COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
February 17, 2014 – CLOSED SESSION
Pursuant to NCGS 143-318.11 (a) (5) concerning the potential acquisition of real property closed session
was entered into at 8:00 p.m. Present were Chairman Hawkins and Commissioners Chapman, Chappell,
Hogsed and Lemel, County Manager Artie Wilson, and County Attorney Tony Dalton.
The Manager reported that he was contacted by local attorney Mike Pratt who is administering the trust
for the late Bruce Smith. Mr. Smith instructed his trustee to convey property he owns off Williamson
Creek Road to a charitable organization that would preserve it as a green space for use by residents.
Unfortunately, Mr. Smith did not provide funds to accomplish the process to donate the property.
Therefore, Mr. Pratt has inquired with the County about the possibility of the County using it as a park.
Staff has visited the property and determined it is not suitable or feasible for the County’s use and it
would be difficult to convert the property into a park. There is also a house on the property that would
need to be demolished because it has mold issues and other damages. Therefore, it is the
recommendation of the Manager to decline the offer to accept the property.
Commissioners preferred to make a site visit before making a decision. The Manager will make
arrangements for a site visit this week so that a decision can be made at the next meeting one week from
tonight.
Commissioner Lemel moved to leave closed session, seconded by Commissioner Hogsed and
unanimously carried.

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Mike Hawkins, Chair
Transylvania County Board of Commissioners
ATTEST:
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Trisha M. Hogan, Clerk to the Board

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SEALED MINUTES
TRANSYLVANIA COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
February 24, 2014 – CLOSED SESSION
Closed Session #2 Potential Acquisition of Real Property
Pursuant to NC General Statute 143-318.11 (a) (5) concerning the potential acquisition of real property, the
second closed session was entered into. Present were Chairman Hawkins, Commissioners Chapman,
Chappell, Hogsed and Lemel, County Manager Artie Wilson, County Attorney Tony Dalton, and Clerk to
the Board Trisha Hogan.
This closed session was a follow up to the closed session from the previous Board of Commissioners’
meeting. The Manager and Commissioner Chapman visited property off Williamson Creek Road. The
property is in trust being administered by local attorney Mike Pratt for the late Bruce Smith. Mr. Pratt had
inquired with the County about the possibility of the County using it as a park.
The Manager and Commissioner Chapman recommended to the Board that they not pursue ownership of
the property. Mr. Smith was very specific in how he wanted the property used and the County would have
to spend a great deal of money to improve the site for use by the public. Therefore it was the consensus of
Commissioners to reject the offer by Mr. Pratt.
Chairman Hawkins moved to leave closed session, seconded by Commissioner Lemel and
unanimously carried.

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Mike Hawkins, Chair
Transylvania County Board of Commissioners
ATTEST:
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Trisha M. Hogan, Clerk to the Board
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TRANSYLVANIA COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
May 9, 2014 – SPECIAL MEETING
The Board of Commissioners of Transylvania County met in special session on Friday, May 9, 2014 at
3:30 p.m. in the downstairs conference room of the Community Services Building. The meeting was
called for the purposes of allowing Commissioners to meet in closed session to discuss a personnel
matter.
Commissioners present were Jason Chappell, Chairman Mike Hawkins, Daryle Hogsed and Page Lemel.
Vice-Chairman Larry Chapman was out of the country. Also present were Human Resources Director
Sheila Cozart and Steve Strauss and Heather Lee with Developmental Associates.
There were no members of the media or public in attendance.
Chairman Hawkins called the meeting to order at 3:35 p.m.
Chairman Hawkins made a motion to enter into closed session per NCGS 143-318.11 (a) (6) to
consider the qualifications, competence, performance, condition of appointment of a public officer
or employee or prospective public officer or employee. Those to attend are Commissioners, the
Human Resources Director and representatives from Developmental Associates. The motion was
seconded by Commissioner Chappell and unanimously carried.
CLOSED SESSION
Pursuant to NCGS 143-318.11 (a) (6) to consider the qualifications, competence, performance, condition
of appointment of a public officer or employee or prospective public officer or employee, closed session
was entered into at 3:38 p.m. Present were Chairman Hawkins, Commissioners Chappell, Hogsed and
Lemel, Human Resources Director Sheila Cozart, and Steve Strauss and Heather Lee with Developmental
Associates.
Commissioners participated in the initial screening process of candidates for the County Manager
position. The current County Manager will be retiring at the end of August. Commissioners will
participate in the second screening process on May 22 in closed session.
Commissioner Lemel moved to leave closed session, seconded by Commissioner Hogsed and
unanimously carried.
OPEN SESSION
There was no further business. Commissioner Lemel moved to adjourn the meeting at 4:55 p.m.,
seconded by Commissioner Hogsed and unanimously carried.
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Mike Hawkins, Chair
Transylvania County Board of Commissioners
ATTEST:
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Trisha M. Hogan, Clerk to the Board

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TRANSYLVANIA COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
May 22, 2014 – SPECIAL MEETING
The Board of Commissioners of Transylvania County met in special session on Thursday, May 22, 2014 at
6:00 p.m. in the Connestee Conference Room of the Transylvania County Library. The meeting was called
for the purposes of allowing Commissioners to meet in closed session to discuss a personnel matter.
Commissioners present were Vice-Chairman Larry Chapman, Jason Chappell, Chairman Mike Hawkins,
and Page Lemel. Commissioner Daryle Hogsed was absent. Also present was Human Resources Director
Sheila Cozart. Heather Lee, Mike Ruffin and Steve Strauss with Developmental Associates participated
via conference call.
There were no members of the media or public in attendance.
Chairman Hawkins called the meeting to order at 6:03 p.m.
Chairman Hawkins made a motion to enter into closed session per NCGS 143-318.11 (a) (6) to
consider the qualifications, competence, performance, condition of appointment of a public officer or
employee or prospective public officer or employee. Those to attend are Commissioners and the
Human Resources Director. Representatives from Developmental Associates are to participate via
conference call. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Chapman and unanimously carried.
CLOSED SESSION
Pursuant to NCGS 143-318.11 (a) (6) to consider the qualifications, competence, performance, condition of
appointment of a public officer or employee or prospective public officer or employee, closed session was
entered into at 6:05 p.m. Present were Chairman Hawkins, Commissioners Chapman, Chappell, and
Lemel, Human Resources Director Sheila Cozart, and via conference call Heather Lee, Mike Ruffin and
Steve Strauss with Developmental Associates.
Commissioners participated in the second screening process of candidates for the County Manager
position. The next step in the process is for candidates to participate in an assessment center and meet with
Commissioners in person. This will begin to occur in mid-June.
Chairman Hawkins moved to leave closed session, seconded by Commissioner Lemel and
unanimously carried.
OPEN SESSION
There was no further business. Chairman Hawkins moved to adjourn the meeting at 7:40 p.m.,
seconded by Commissioner Lemel and unanimously carried.

ATTEST:

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Mike Hawkins, Chair
Transylvania County Board of Commissioners

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Trisha M. Hogan, Clerk to the Board

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TRANSYLVANIA COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
June 12 & 13, 2014-SPECIAL MEETING
The Board of Commissioners of Transylvania County met in special session on Thursday, June 12, 2014 and
Friday, June 13, 2014 at Blue Ridge Community College for the purposes of participating in the assessment process
in their search for a new County Manager and for allowing Commissioners to enter into closed session.
Commissioners present were Vice-Chairman Larry Chapman, Jason Chappell, Chairman Mike Hawkins, Daryle
Hogsed and Page Lemel. Also present were Steven Strauss and Heather Lee of Developmental Associates, Human
Resources Director Sheila Cozart and Clerk to the Board Trisha Hogan.
There were no members of the media present.
On Thursday, June 12, 2014 and part of the day Friday, June 13, 2014, Commissioners observed several candidates
for the County Manager position participate in a process called Assessment Centers. This process was developed
by Developmental Associates.
Developmental Associates formed four teams to administer the Assessment Centers. The teams consisted of
members and leaders of the community, former elected officials, former and current city managers, and school
officials, just to name a few. Each team presented their findings to Commissioners about each candidate in closed
session.
CLOSED SESSION
Pursuant to NC General Statute 143-318.11 (a) (6) to consider the qualifications, competence, performance,
condition of appointment of a public officer or employee or prospective public officer or employee, closed session
was entered into at 2:15 p.m. on Friday, June 13, 2014. Present were Chairman Hawkins, Commissioners
Chapman, Chappell, Hogsed and Lemel, Steven Strauss and Heather Lee of Developmental Associates and Clerk to
the Board Trisha Hogan. Ms. Cozart was unavailable to attend the closed session portion of the meeting. Also
present at various times were the members of the teams assembled by Developmental Associates.
Developmental Associates formed four teams to administer the Assessment Centers. Each team presented their
findings to Commissioners about each candidate. After the presentations, Commissioners discussed the findings
and narrowed their candidate list to three candidates.
Commissioners directed staff to contact the candidates and schedule interviews for June 18, 19, and 20, if possible.
Commissioners intend to provide a full day’s itinerary, to include a guided tour of the community, meetings with
various community members, an interview with the Board of Commissioners, and dinner. Staff was asked to find
out from the candidates who they wanted to speak with and what other items may be of interest to them while they
are here (schools, realtors, etc.).
Commissioner Chapman moved to leave closed session, seconded by Commissioner Lemel and unanimously
carried.
Commissioner Chapman moved to adjourn the meeting at 6:30 p.m., seconded by Commissioner Lemel and
unanimously carried.
ATTEST:
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Mike Hawkins, Chair
Transylvania County Board of Commissioners
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TRANSYLVANIA COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
JUNE 18, 2014 – SPECIAL MEETING
The Board of Commissioners of Transylvania County met in special session on Wednesday, June 18,
2014 in the downstairs conference room of the Community Services Building. Commissioners met for
the purposes of discussing a personnel matter.
Commissioners present were Vice-Chairman Larry Chapman, Jason Chappell, Chairman Mike Hawkins,
Daryle Hogsed and Page Lemel.
There were no members of the media or public in attendance.
CLOSED SESSION
Pursuant to NC General Statute 143-318.11 (a) (6) to consider the qualifications, competence,
performance, condition of employment of a public officer or employee or prospective public officer or
employee, closed session was entered into at 8:30 a.m. Present were Chairman Hawkins and
Commissioners Chapman, Chappell, Hogsed and Lemel.
At a previous closed session meeting, Commissioners narrowed down their County Manager search to
three candidates. During this meeting, Commissioners interviewed one of those candidates. Afterwards
Commissioners and the candidate will tour the County and visit with various members of the community
per the candidate’s request.
A motion to leave closed session was carried unanimously.
A motion to adjourn the closed session meeting was carried unanimously.
ATTEST:
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Mike Hawkins, Chair
Transylvania County Board of Commissioners

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TRANSYLVANIA COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
JUNE 25, 2014 – SPECIAL MEETING
The Board of Commissioners of Transylvania County met in special session on Wednesday, June 25,
2014 in the downstairs conference room of the Community Services Building. Commissioners met for
the purposes of discussing a personnel matter.
Commissioners present were Vice-Chairman Larry Chapman, Jason Chappell, Chairman Mike Hawkins,
Daryle Hogsed and Page Lemel.
There were no members of the media or public in attendance.
CLOSED SESSION
Pursuant to NC General Statute 143-318.11 (a) (6) to consider the qualifications, competence,
performance, condition of employment of a public officer or employee or prospective public officer or
employee, closed session was entered into at 8:30 a.m. Present were Chairman Hawkins and
Commissioners Chapman, Chappell, Hogsed and Lemel.
At a previous closed session meeting, Commissioners narrowed down their County Manager search to
three candidates. During this meeting, Commissioners interviewed one of those candidates. Afterwards
Commissioners and the candidate will tour the County and visit with various members of the community
per the candidate’s request.
A motion to leave closed session was carried unanimously.
A motion to adjourn the closed session meeting was carried unanimously.
ATTEST:
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Mike Hawkins, Chair
Transylvania County Board of Commissioners

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TRANSYLVANIA COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
JULY 2, 2014 – SPECIAL MEETING
The Board of Commissioners of Transylvania County met in special session on Wednesday, July 2, 2014
in the downstairs conference room of the Community Services Building. Commissioners met for the
purposes of discussing a personnel matter.
Commissioners present were Vice-Chairman Larry Chapman, Jason Chappell, Chairman Mike Hawkins,
Daryle Hogsed and Page Lemel.
There were no members of the media or public in attendance.
CLOSED SESSION
Pursuant to NC General Statute 143-318.11 (a) (6) to consider the qualifications, competence,
performance, condition of employment of a public officer or employee or prospective public officer or
employee, closed session was entered into at 8:30 a.m. Present were Chairman Hawkins and
Commissioners Chapman, Chappell, Hogsed and Lemel.
At a previous closed session meeting, Commissioners narrowed down their County Manager search to
three candidates. During this meeting, Commissioners interviewed one of those candidates. Afterwards
Commissioners and the candidate will tour the County and visit with various members of the community
per the candidate’s request.
A motion to leave closed session was carried unanimously.
A motion to adjourn the closed session meeting was carried unanimously.
ATTEST:
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Mike Hawkins, Chair
Transylvania County Board of Commissioners

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Trisha M. Hogan, Clerk to the Board

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M I N U T ES
T R A NSY L V A N I A C O U N T Y B O A R D O F C O M M ISSI O N E RS
A ugust 4, 2014 ± R E G U L A R M E E T I N G
The Board of Commissioners of Transylvania County met in regular session on Monday, August 4, 2014 at
7:00 p.m. in the Rogow Room at the Transylvania County Library. The meeting was rescheduled from
August 11, 2014.
Commissioners present were Vice-Chairman Larry Chapman, Jason Chappell, Chairman Mike Hawkins,
Daryle Hogsed and Page Lemel. Also present were County Manager Artie Wilson, County Attorney Tony
Dalton, and Clerk to the Board Trisha Hogan.
Media: The Transylvania Times ± Jeremiah Reed
WLO S News
WS QL Radio
There were approximately 220 people in the audience.
C A L L T O O RDER
Chairman Mike Hawkins presiding called the meeting to order at 7:07 p.m.
WELCOME
Chairman Hawkins welcomed everyone to the meeting and thanked the members of the audience for
participating in their County government. He introduced the members of the Board of Commissioners and
staff.
A D O P T I O N O F A G E N D A/A G E N D A M O D I F I C A T I O NS
The Manager requested to move Item X.D Resolution Calling for an Alcoholic Beverage Election to the
beginning of the meeting after the Public Comment period. He also requested to remove Item VIII.A
Social Services Board under Appointments and delay this item to the next meeting.
Commissioner C hapman moved to adopt the modified agenda, seconded by Commissioner Hogsed
and unanimously approved.
PUB L I C C O M M E N T
The public comment period was extended to allow citizens an opportunity to speak on the item dealing with
the alcohol referendum.
Larry Wilson: Mr. Wilson pleaded with those supporting the alcohol referendum to reconsider their stance
based on a personal story he shared about his family being affected by alcohol. He said the dangers of
alcohol are hard to comprehend and County alcohol sales wilO GR QRWKLQJ WR LPSURYH DQ\RQH¶V VLWuation.
Mr. Wilson urged Commissioners to vote against the referendum.
Stanley Owen: Mr. Owen asked Commissioners to act in their manner as a representative government and
vote against allowing the referendum for alcohol sales. He believes alcohol is a sin and Commissioners
should be held responsible for the decline of the County. He also believes domestic violence and child
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that in order for this to be placed on the ballot, the motion must be specific as to what Commissioners want
to be placed on the ballot. Commissioner L emel amended her motion to call for an election for the sale
of malt beverages under N C GS 18B-602 (a) (1), (a) (2), (a) (3), and (a) (4) and unfortified wines under
N C GS 18B-602 (d) (1), (d) (2), and (d) (3). C hairman H awkins seconded the amended motion.
Commissioner Chapman thanked everyone for their comments tonight. He believes this issue needs to go
to a vote of the people and it is about fairness to both business owners and people in the County. The law
is written to allow the people to have a say so in this matter. Commissioner Hogsed said the people have
spoken here tonight that they do not want this on the ballot. While he understands business owners want to
be treated the same as other businesses; he said that cannot happen because businesses within City limits
already have to adhere to stricter regulations than most County businesses. Furthermore, if it is the will of
the people for this item to be placed on the ballot for a vote, then the people would have been able to get
the necessary signatures on a petition as required by law. Commissioner Hogsed does not believe this is
good for Transylvania County and he will not support it. Commissioner Chappell said his vote will be
based on his faith and convictions and what he feels is best for the citizens of Transylvania County. He
also believes if there was overwhelming support for this by the people that the petition process would have
been successful. He is taking a stance against this election because he does not believe the sale of alcoholic
beverages is good for Transylvania County. Commissioner Lemel said she feels a great burden to make the
best decisions for the citizens of the County. On this issue she does not feel she should make this decision
for the citizens because it is a moral and personal decision and she hopes citizens will exercise their right to
vote and let every citizen weigh in on this subject; therefore she is in favor of moving forward with the
referendum. Chairman Hawkins understands this is a divisive issue, but said alcohol is a legal product and
right now there are different rules for different businesses. He believes this is an issue of fairness and he
supports asking citizens to vote on whether or not they want it. He said he has faith in the voters of
Transylvania County and given full information they will make the right decision. Commissioner Hogsed
added that by moving forward with a referendum this Board will be bypassing a method in which people
can actually petition the government for a referendum for what they want. He said unfortunately one
Commissioner will cast the deciding vote here tonight to authorize a referendum instead of allowing the
petition process to occur. Commissioner Chapman said people are making the assumption this is going to
pass and they seem to be making the assumption that citizens cannot make responsible decisions for
themselves. He said the people will speak in November which is the right they have been granted by those
who fought for that right. He encouraged those in attendance to present their case to the people of this
community, either for or against. T he amended motion and main motion passed by a vote of 3 to 2,
with Commissioners C happell and Hogsed voting against.
(Resolution 27-2014 Requesting the Board of Elections of Transylvania County to Hold an Alcoholic
Beverage Election is hereby incorporated by reference and made a part of these minutes.)
C hairman H awkins moved to enter into closed session per N C GS 143-318.11 (a) (5) to establish or
instruct staff concerning the negotiation of the amount of compensation or other terms of an
employment contract. T he motion was seconded by Commissioner L emel and unanimously car ried.
C L OSE D SESSI O N
Per NCGS 143-318.11 (a) (5) to establish or instruct staff concerning the negotiation of the amount of
compensation or other others of an employment contract, closed session was entered into at 8:32 p.m.
Present were Chairman Hawkins, Commissioners Chapman, Chappell, Hogsed and Lemel, County
Manager Artie Wilson, County Attorney Tony Dalton, Human Resources Director Sheila Cozart, and Clerk
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Commissioners met in closed session to agree on the final parameters of a contract to offer their candidate
of choice to become the new County Manager upon the retirement of current Manager Artie Wilson. They
were all in agreement and intend to make the announcement to the public when they leave closed session.
Commissioner L emel moved to leave closed session, seconded by Commissioner C happell and
unanimously car ried.
O P E N SESSI O N/N E W B USI N ESS C O N T I N U E D
APPOINTMENT OF NEW COUNTY MANAGER
Commissioner C hapman moved to approve the terms of a contract as presented and appoint Ms.
Jaime L aughter as the new T ransylvania County M anager effective O ctober 1, 2014. T he motion
was seconded by Commissioner L emel. Commissioner Chapman stated that the manager search process
has produced an excellent candidate. He believes Ms. Laughter will be an asset to the County and he
welcomes her with open arms. Commissioner Lemel said the County will benefit by her being here
because she understands mountain values and is familiar with Transylvania County. She has accomplished
a lot during her time in Mills River and she embodies everything this Board has talked about wanting
Transylvania County to be. She is thrilled Ms. Laughter is joining the staff here in Transylvania County as
its County Manager. Commissioner Chappell believes Ms. Laughter is a good fit for Transylvania County.
She has an excellent background and a familiarity and love of this community. She also has a fantastic
work ethic and is known by her peers regionally. Commissioner Hogsed said she was by far the most
outstanding candidate and she brings a lot to the table already having such familiarity with the region. She
also brings her contacts through successful economic development efforts to the County from Mills River.
Chairman Hawkins stated that Ms. Laughter was a top candidate from the beginning of the search process.
She has the ability to break down barriers and bring people together. She has all the good qualities a good
leader must have. He has the utmost confidence in her ability to lead the County. Chairman Hawkins
thanked Commissioners for going through this process and others who assisted as well. T he motion was
unanimously approved.
The Manager welcomed Ms. Laughter in her role as new County Manager. He stated the County is
fortunate to have her and he knows she will do a great job.
Ms. Laughter addressed Commissioners and the members of the public and stated that she very much looks
forward to being the new Transylvania County Manager. She thanked Commissioners for their confidence
in her. She also thanked Commissioners for their dedication to Transylvania County. She hopes to
continue the legacy left by Manager Wilson. Ms. Laughter said she looks forward to serving in her role.
She thanked Commissioners and everyone for the warm welcome and expressed excitement about her new
role.
C hairman H awkins moved for a 15 minute recess, seconded by Commissioner L emel and
unanimously car ried. During the recess, those in attendance got an opportunity to meet Ms. Laughter and
enjoy light refreshments.
The meeting reconvened at 9:15 p.m.
C O NSE N T A G E N D A
Commissioner L emel moved to approve the Consent Agenda as presented. The motion was seconded
by Commissioner Hogsed and unanimously approved.
The following items were approved:

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determining an organizational structure. The Manager pointed out that most of the EDO members have
full time jobs so they need someone to help them bring the organization together and help perform these
tasks. Then the Board of Commissioners can schedule a meeting with the EDO to discuss the desired
outcomes of the organization and a contract can be agreed upon for funding the organization as well.
Commissioner Chapman commented that the success of the organization depends on the quality of the
leader. He agreed with Commissioner Chappell that Commissioners need to know what they intend to
ask for but he thinks the EDO is looking for a strong leader in economic development and finding the
right person can help get this moving forward. T he motion passed by a vote of 4 to 1, with
Commissioner C happell voting against.
PUB L I C C O M M E N T
Mike West: Mr. West said when people look to their government one of the things they look for is
consistency and process. In terms of consistency, he said the last time there was a controversial issue,
Commissioners listened to the people, but they did not do that tonight with regards to the alcohol
referendum. With regards to process, this Board, serving in a republic form of government, abdicated its
responsibility and put it back to the people. They have in a sense changed their form of government to a
democracy and now every issue that comes before them should go to a vote of the people.
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There were no comments from Commissioners.
C hairman H awkins moved to enter into closed session per N C GS 143-318.11 (a) (6) to consider the
qualifications, competence, performance, condition of appointment of a public officer or employee or
prospective public officer or employee, after a 5-minute recess. T he motion was seconded by
Commissioner L emel and unanimously car ried.
C L OSE D SESSI O N
Pursuant to NC General Statute 143-318.11 (a) (6) to consider the qualifications, competence, performance,
condition of appointment of a public officer or employee or prospective public officer or employee, closed
session was entered into at 10:15 p.m. Present were Chairman Hawkins, Commissioners Chapman,
Chappell, Hogsed and Lemel, County Manager Artie Wilson, Human Resources Director Sheila Cozart,
Tax Administrator David Reid, Assistant Tax Administrator Annette Raines, County Attorney Tony Dalton
and Clerk to the Board Trisha Hogan.
Commissioners discussed a personnel matter and directed staff on how to proceed.
C hairman H awkins moved to leave closed session, seconded by Commissioner L emel and
unanimously car ried.
O P E N SESSI O N
C hairman H awkins moved to seal the minutes of the closed session until such time that opening the
minutes does not frustrate the purpose of the closed session. T he motion was seconded by
Commissioner C happell and unanimously approved.

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