Garner Town Council Agenda 2-22-11

Garner Town Council
February 22, 2011

Meeting Agenda
The Garner Town Council will meet in regular session at 7:00 P.M. on
Tuesday, February 22, 2011 in the Town Council Meeting Room
Dinner will be served for Town Officials in the conference room at 6:15 pm
A CALL MEETING TO ORDER – Mayor Williams
B PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE – Mayor Pro Tem Behringer
C INVOCATION – Dr. Ryan Jackson, The Capital Church
D ADOPTION OF AGENDA
E RECOGNITIONS
Robert White, News and Observer Tar Heel of the Week, January 9, 2011
F PETITIONS AND COMMENTS
This portion of the meeting is to receive comments from the public on

items not included in this agenda. Citizens should sign up with the
Town Clerk to speak prior to the start of the meeting. The Council is
interested in hearing your concerns, but may not take action or
deliberate on subject matter brought up during the Petitions and
Comments segment. Topics requiring further investigation will be
referred to the appropriate Town officials or staff and may be
scheduled for a future agenda.
G CONSENT
All items on the Consent Agenda are considered routine, to be enacted

by one motion with the adoption of the agenda and without discussion.
If a member of the governing body requests discussion of an item, the
item will be removed from the Consent Agenda and considered separately.
1. Minutes from January 3 and January 18, 2011
Action: Consider Adoption of Minutes
2. Easement Acquisition from Garner United Methodist Church for

Construction of a Storm Water Control Device
The Town has negotiated the purchase of an easement from Garner

United Methodist Church for the conversion of the church’s
existing dry detention basin to a larger, grassed bioretention
Best Management Practice (BMP). This is part of the Town’s
ongoing program to comply with the requirements of the State’s
Water Supply Watershed plan for the Town.
Action: Authorize Easement Acquisition
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3. Contract Between the Board of Elections and Town of Garner for
2011 Elections
This agreement allows the Board of Elections to conduct all

elections for the Town of Garner at a cost estimated at
$36,627.54. This does not include costs for one-stop voting.
Action: Authorize Execution of Contract
4. Ordinance Amending Operating Budget for 2010 – 2011
This Ordinance amendment provides funding to obtain updated cost

estimate for improvements at US 70 and White Oak Road based on
revised requirements by the Department of Transportation and
provides funding to Garner Volunteer Fire and Rescue Inc for
salary, benefits and expenses related to three employees
transferred from Garner EMS and Rescue from the date of transfer
to December 31, 2010.
Action: Adopt Ordinance No. 3610 (2011)
5. Wake County Tax Report, December 2010
The Wake County Board of Commissioners has approved non-cash rebates in

the amount of $19,805.94 for taxes from 2006 to 2010. These actions
occurred in the period from December 1 to December 31, 2010 and are
presented for approval.
Action: Approval of Tax Releases
6. Authorize Execution of Service Agreement with Parks and

Recreation Program Partner
Following budget adoption, agreements were prepared and forwarded to

each of the agencies receiving support this year. An agreement has
been executed and returned by American Legion Baseball.
Action: Authorize Execution of Contract
H PUBLIC HEARING
1. Preliminary Public Hearing on the FY 2011–2012 Budget

Presenter: Rodney Dickerson
This preliminary budget hearing is to receive input from

the public on programs or projects they would like to see
considered for inclusion in the proposed budget.
Action: Receive Public Input; No Action Required
I OLD/NEW BUSINESS
1. Request to Waive False Alarm Fees for Garner Magnet High School
Presenter: Drew Cook
Drew Cooke, Principal, Garner Magnet High School is

requesting a partial waiver of penalties charged to the school for
false alarm calls.
Action: Consideration of Request
2. Request to Waive Parking Requirements for Reading Festival Event

at North Garner Middle School on March 12, 2011
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Presenter: Margaret Bingham
Margaret Bingham, Media and Technology Chair of the Garner

Educational Foundation is requesting the Town consider authorizing
a waiver of the parking restrictions near the school for their
upcoming Reading Festival Event to be held on March 12, 2011 from
1:00 P.M. to 3:30 P.M.
Action: Consideration of Request
3. Update from the Garner Economic Development Corporation (GEDC)

Presenter: William E. Anderson
The Town will present a status report and recognize the members of
the Garner Economic Development Corporation (GEDC) and the ConAgra
Redevelopment Advisory Board members. The GEDC requests the
Council consider adoption of a Resolution supporting a proposal to
submit a local legislation exempting ConAgra from ad valorem
taxation. Staff is requesting 130,000 GPD of water capacity be
allocated to the ConAgra site so it can be listed on an N.C.
Certified Industrial site list.
Action: Consider Adoption of Resolution No. 2083(2011);

Consider Allocation of Water Capacity
4. Resolution Supporting Woodland North Enforcement Initiative

Presenter: Reginald Buie
This Resolution recognizes support of the Town Council for a new

proactive enforcement project. This area will center on Foxwood
Drive and the residential areas surrounding the high school,
bounded by Woodland Road, Timber Drive, Vandora Springs Road and
U.S. 70, including the Garner Townes townhouse community. This
is the first neighborhood initiative on the south side of US 70.
Action: Adoption of Resolution No. 2084 (2011)
5. Protect Our Nation's Youth (PONY) National Tournament

Presenter: Sonya Shaw
The 2011 Pony National Tournament - East Zone will be held July 23-
29, 2011 in Wake County with Garner, Holly Springs and Cary serving
as host sites for the tournament. Several Town departments will
assist with opening day ceremonies and tournament play. The total
cost for Town services is estimated at $946,250 (see staff report
for details). Based on the economic impact the event will have on
the Garner Community, staff recommends Town fees be waived. With
6,000 people expected to attend Opening Ceremonies at Lake Benson
Park, we will strive to provide a positive experience for league
officials and event goers.
Action: Authorize Staff to Participate in the PONY Tournament

as Outlined in the Staff Report
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6. Approval of the 2011 Legislative Agenda
Presenter: Rodney Dickerson
J COMMITTEE REPORTS
K MANAGER REPORTS
1. Star Tracker
2. Investment Report and Invested Funds
3. Financial Report for January 31, 2011
4. 2010 Growth & Development Report
5. Update on the Proposed Traffic Management Plan for the
Vandora Springs/Buffaloe Roundabout Construction
L ATTORNEY REPORTS
M COUNCIL REPORTS
N ADJOURNMENT
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Town of Garner
Town Council
January 3, 2011
MINUTES
The Garner Town Council met in regular session at 7:00 P.M. on Monday,
January 3, 2011 in the Town Council Meeting Room.
CALL MEETING TO ORDER
Attending: Mayor Ronnie Williams, Mayor Pro Tem Behringer, Council Member
Johns, Marshburn, Kennedy and Singleton
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE – Council Member Marshburn
INVOCATION – Dr. David Forbes, Christian Faith Church
ADOPTION OF AGENDA – As presented
Motion: Johns
Second Singleton
Vote: Unanimous
STATE OF THE TOWN ADDRESS – MAYOR WILLIAMS
2010 STATE OF THE TOWN ADDRESS

“Adjusting Our Sails”
January 3, 2011
This evening I am carrying on a tradition as I deliver this State of the Town

address. As a part of this tradition, we reflect on our accomplishments and
challenges at the end of the year and provide a preview of what to expect in
the coming year.
I know the economy is at the forefront of all our minds. We begin the third
year of a “new economy” that requires us to think in different ways. This new
thinking is largely due to reduced resources, as all of us know.
To those familiar with sailing, and sailboats, I am reminded of a saying in

the sailing community, “If the winds are not blowing your way… you adjust
your sails.” We will continue adjusting our sails as we enter 2011.
Our finance director, Lin Jones, has kept the council informed on matters of
revenue and spending, as well as what to expect in the national and state
economies. He has also been diligent in managing our money to help us
maintain our double-A credit rating. He is with us this evening. We currently
enjoy 41 percent fund balance. The Town received its 21st consecutive
Government Finance Officers Association Distinguished Budget Presentation
Award.
As we continue to adjust our sails, the citizens of Garner can rest assured
that this management and staff are working every day to make Garner a great
place to live, work and play.
In spite of this economy, we have still had a good year in terms of

accomplishments:
• The biggest event that happened was the longest awaited: The beginning
of construction of Timber Drive extension. Patience got us this far and
will get us through until completion in 2012.
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• We celebrated the one-year anniversary of White Deer Park. New programs
were added, a record-breaking number of citizens use the park, and we
continue to enjoy good reviews from the county, region and state. In
2010, the Nature Center received LEED Gold Certification, a step up
from the Silver Certification that was planned for.
• Our citizens continue to use our new sidewalks and enjoy the benefits
of the sidewalks. A segment of sidewalk was recently completed on
Timber Drive to provide access to White Deer Park. The Town partnered
with Wake County to construct sidewalks in North Garner and is
currently making plans to construct more on Don Miller Drive.
• After years of working with residents, DOT and our legislative
delegation, the Town was elated to see New Rand Road receive a fresh
coat of asphalt this summer.
• We just recently opened Fire Station 4. It will serve a previously
“left-out” part of the county in addition to new growth in Garner. This
station was funded by the Town and county, and we thank the county for
partnering with us. Prior to the opening of Fire Station 4, a
reorganization of the Fire Department took place and was negotiated
between the Town and Fire Department. New leadership is in place under
the direction of Chief Matthew Poole.
• 2010 was a year of reorganization. Police Chief Brandon Zuidema
celebrated his one-year anniversary with the Town and also reorganized
the Police Department. The reorganization was accomplished with no new
money. In addition, the Police Department just completed an
accreditation review and should hear from the review board by early
spring.
• In 2010, we strengthened our relationship with the Garner Chamber of
Commerce. We reinforced the idea that, “Together we can accomplish
more.” Together we had three successful events that brought unlimited
exposure to our Town. The Plug In/Connect forum highlighted the
downtown effort, the Timber Drive extension and other good things in
our Town. The Business Expo in April was a huge success with 1,300
participants, and, most recently, we enjoyed the success of the
“Broadway Voices” concert. This relationship can only get better.
• 2010 also produced a complete census for Garner. The figures reveal
that we, indeed, are a growing Town and a place where people want to
live.
• As a sign of growth for Garner and the Triangle region, the City of
Raleigh opened a new, state-of-the-art water treatment facility at Lake
Benson that will serve the citizens of Garner and Wake County.
• In 2010, we held our second annual Veterans Day observance, and it was
a huge success.
• Economic Development: The national economy had a significant impact on
Garner’s economic development, yet there are a dozen or so projects
being evaluated. There has been very little slowdown for small
businesses, as evidenced by the number of ribbon cuttings.
Last year, we had the groundbreaking for Penske truck service, and the
opening of Zappi International – a manufacturer of components for
electric vehicles – the Methodist Conference Center and Big Lots.
Two well-known restaurants also opened in Garner – Tookie’s and Char-
Grill.
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• Garner continues to be a leader when it comes to using technology to
enhance service to our citizens. Phil Faucette and his staff do an
excellent job in facilitating the PEG channel WTOG. We also launched a
new and improved website this year, and are now on Facebook.
• 2010 also brought the end to an era of EMS care, which began in 1975.
Wake County now provides that excellent service, and we thank them for
a smooth transition.
• In a year of a tight budget, the council had the option of saving some
money by doing away with the Independence Day Celebration. The public
let us know that they wanted us to continue with this tradition, and we
had the biggest turnout ever. Those in attendance thoroughly enjoyed
the event.
• In late 2009, we saw the beginning of service for a new solid waste
contractor, All-Star. They have proven to be an excellent service
provider for the Town, and the public comments regularly about the good
service.
• We’ve added two full-time employees who are constantly busy working
with the public. First, Neighborhood Improvement Manager Reginald Buie
has successfully helped organize 10 Home Owners Associations that are
now recognized by the Town. Reggie has also implemented a residential
and commercial yard of the month competition. As a result of his work,
we now have two neighborhood initiatives, one in School Acres and the
second in Central Garner, with plans to do others throughout town.
There is plenty more work.
Second, our PIO, Rick Mercier, hit the ground running and has improved
communication with the community through press releases and
interactions with the media. Prior to Mr. Mercier joining us, the Town
received an InSpire Award for the coverage of the two Miss Garners in
the 2009 Miss America Pageant.
To the Council:
In addition to the time that all of you give in your duties as an elected
official, you always find the time to give back to your civic, fraternal or
religious organizations.
Kathy Behringer – Women’s Club, GRA

Gra Singleton – church, Meals on Wheels
Buck Kennedy – Rotary, church deacon
Jackie Johns – church deacon
Ken Marshburn – Rotary, Meals on Wheels, church deacon
Town leaders will continue to oppose the I-540 “red route” until it is
removed from consideration. As mayor, I am proud to see how the greater
Garner community has united for a common cause – fighting the red route. In
all my time in Garner, I cannot ever remember this number of people speaking
with a unified voice against a single issue.
As we look ahead to 2011, in the horizon I see that the council has a
multitude of key decisions to make. Over the next few months, the council and
Town staff will be analyzing the capital projects list. There are numerous
items that will make Garner an even better place to be; the challenge is
prioritizing and funding the projects.
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We will also look to implement phases of the three planning documents that
were recently adopted: the Historic Downtown Plan, the Streetscape Master
Plan and the Transportation Plan.
We will continue to advocate for Garner being included in any regional

transportation models related to light or commuter rail.
As we leave one turbulent economic year and enter one that may be even worse,
especially at the state level, the council and staff will endeavor to do
those things that keep Garner in good economic standing. That does not mean
that we will remain stagnant, but we plan to do what is financially feasible
to keep Garner moving in a positive direction.
So, as we await the economic recovery, we will celebrate who we are, the
accomplishments that we have made and the promising future we have before us.
Thank you.
End of Mayor’s Speech
PETITIONS AND COMMENTS - NONE
CONSENT
Minutes from December 6, 2010 and Closed Session from December 6, 2010.
Action: Approved of Minutes
Ordinance Amending the 2010 – 2011 Town Operating Budget
This ordinance amendment provides funding for employee Christmas bonuses

approved by Council, funding for purchase of land on Garner Road and funding
for purchase of land associated with the retention pond at Timber Crossings
Shopping Center.
Action: Adopt Ordinance No. (2011) 3606
Ordinance Amending the 2010 – 2011 Town Operating Budget
This ordinance amendment provides funding for purchase orders which were
issued but the items were not received by fiscal year end June 30, 2010.
Action: Adopt Ordinance No. (2011) 3607
Motion: Marshburn
Second Johns
Vote: Unanimous
END OF CONSENT
Public Hearing on Conditional Use Rezoning (CUD-Z-10-02) & Conditional Use

Site Plan (CUP-SP-10-04), 125 Timber Drive
Mayor Williams asked that anyone wishing to provide testimony to come forwad
and receive an oath. Receiving the oath were: Brad Bass and Jim Walker.
Mayor will asked Council members to disclose any exparte communications.
Hearing none, he opened the hearing and asked Mr. Bass to present the staff
report.
Timber Drive Office Building, LLC requests to rezone property located at 125
Timber Drive from Service Business (SB C-4) to Service Business (SB C-160),
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conditional use district. The applicant proposes a conditional use site plan
modification to the existing building to allow a religious operation.
The rezoning site is an out-parcel in Timber Crossings Shopping Center.

When this was zoned in 1997(CUD Z 96-8), churches and religious
institutions were excluded from being allowed along with many other uses.
The current SB C4 zoning applies the 0.66-acre out-parcel, all of the
shopping center and most of the other out-parcels. The site currently
contains a 5,400 square foot building. The property owners are interested
in using approximately 864 square feet of this building for a church use.
The remaining 4,536 square feet would continue to be used as an office,
according to the conditional use site plan that was submitted along with
this rezoning application. The rezoning request is to add churches as a
permissible use on the property. This rezoning only applies to this 0.66-
acre out-parcel so if approved, churches would still be prohibited in the
areas of the shopping center zoned SB C4.
The question was asked as to whether or not this applies to square footage in
the building for the entire site. Mr. Bass explained this was for the entire
site.
Elmo Vance, Planning Commission Chairman, reported the Committee met and
recommended approval as presented with a unanimous vote on both the site plan
and rezoning.
Hearing no further comments, Mayor Williams closed the hearing.
Action: Find rezoning request complies with the Town’s Comprehensive Growth
Plan and is reasonable and in the public interest because it will
likely allow the types of businesses at the described location which
will likely enhance the Town’s tax base, therefore move that the
Town Council accept the recommendation of the Planning Commission
and adopt Ordinance No. (2011) 3608 approving rezoning request
number CUD-Z-10-02
Motion: Behringer
Second: Johns
Vote: Unanimous
Action: Find Application Complete; Approved Permit CUP-SP-10-04 subject

to standard conditions
Motion: Behringer
Second Singleton
Vote: Unanimous
Public Hearing on Amendments to the Unified Development Ordinance Regarding

Sign Regulations
Presenter: Brad Bass
The purpose of this hearing is to receive public input on a proposed amendment

to the Unified Development Ordinance (UDO). The amendment recommends changes
to regulations regarding off-premise signs advertising residential
subdivisions and on-site signs advertising large construction projects.
Mayor Williams opened the Hearing and asked Mr. Bass to present the staff
report. Mr. Bass reported that the Planning Staff briefed the Town Council at
their October work session regarding sign complaints. The majority of concerns
involved off-premise signs advising residential subdivisions and on-site signs
advertising large construction projects. Council directed staff to develop
possible amendments to the UDO sign regulations for further review and
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discussion which were presented to the Council with possible text amendment
options at the November work session. After reviewing this information,
Council at its December 6th meeting, set a public hearing for January 3, 2011
to formally consider amending the UDO temporary sign regulations.
Findings
The types of signs that are being reviewed for possible changes in the UDO
sign regulations are listed below.
Construction Identification Sign that names the project, developers,

contractors, and others associated with the construction, sale, or lease of
the property is allowed (temporary sign permit, limited to one-year, with a
renewable option). Signs must be removed within ten days after the final
certificate of occupancy has been issued. They are required to be on-
premises with no more than one such sign per site, and it may not exceed 32
square feet in area or six feet in height. Such signs cannot be erected
prior to Town plan approval of the project identified.
Off-Site Subdivision Signs allowed on private property directing the public

to a subdivision or multifamily development with the property owner’s
permission. These signs are limited to one year through the issuance of a
temporary sign permit. They cannot exceed 32 square feet in surface area,
and can only display the name of and direction to the development.
Summary of Text Amendment
1. Modifies temporary sign regulations regarding off-premise signs

advising residential subdivisions and on-site signs advertising large
construction projects
2. Allows these types of signs for up to 7 years (with permit renewals)
3. Requires a sign permit and provides an annual permit renewal option if

sign is properly maintained
4. Signs may be renewed beyond 7 year period if approved by the Planning

Director
5. $100 Permit fee is proposed (requires separate Council action)
Mr. Bass presented a letter from Mr. Gregg Stahl voicing his opinion that
seven years is too long and that one year is sufficient. Council Member
Singleton asked how Mr. Bass arrived at the seven year time limit. Mr. Bass
explained that usually it takes five to seven years for construction
completion. Mr. Bass said we are a little permissive than other communities
and noted we are getting feedback from people in the housing industry that
feel they need the signs. During the permitting process Mr. Bass said they
will evaluate the situation, i.e. how a sign is maintained. He added that
only one will be allowed per site.
Council Member Marshburn asked about the renewal of signs. Mr. Bass said if
staff doesn’t feel a sign is being maintained they will not issue renewal and
the sign must be removed. Should the developer be gone at the end of the
seven year period, Mr. Marshburn asked who would remove the sign. Mr. Bass
said at that point they would have to proceed with enforcement process through
the attorney’s office. If it is in public right-of-way and in violation, Town
staff can remove.
Council Member Singleton said he feels seven years is a long time and
suggested that needs to be reduced. Mayor Pro Tem Behringer asked about the
size of the signs stating they are larger than most communities. R. Bass said
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the size regulation was adopted in 1984. He said if the sign is too small,
they won’t achieve anything.
Council Member Johns said he feels we should not be too harsh on the real
estate business, but also we don’t need to destroy neighborhoods. He said he
feels seven years is too long.
Mr. Bass said he feels he received some good feedback from the Council and
will look at this situation again based o the comments.
Mayor Williams closed the hearing.
Action: Refer to the Planning Commission
Rezoning Z-10-01 GFR Properties, LLC O&I to MF-2 on Poole Drive

Presenter: Brad Bass, Planning Director
GFR Properties is requesting to rezone a 1.67 acre tract of land located on

Poole Drive north of Georgetowne Manor from Office and Institutional to Multi-
Family 2. A public hearing was held on December 6, 2010 and the Planning
Commission recommends approval.
Action: Find rezoning request complies with the Town’s Comprehensive

Growth Plan and is reasonable and in the public interest because
it will likely allow the development of an appropriate density of
housing in the area in which it is located therefore move that
the Town Council accept the recommendation of the Planning
Commission and adopt Ordinance No. (2011) 3609 approving rezoning
request Z-10-01
Motion: Marshburn
Second Johns
Vote: Unanimous
Downtown Garner Economic Vision Statement

Presenter: John Hodges
The Garner Revitalization Association has written and adopted an Economic

Vision Statement for Downtown Garner. The following vision statement was
developed with the assistance of the North Carolina Main Street Center and is
the foundation of a three year strategic plan for our organization.
Downtown Garner is a hub of sports and recreation and the center of arts and
culture for the community and provides an ideal setting to nurture Garner’s
emerging business leaders and active citizens while preserving the unique
history of the community
On behalf of the Garner Revitalization Association, Mr. Hodges asked the Town
Council also adopt the Economic Vision Statement in support of their
partnership to lead revitalization efforts in Downtown Garner.
Action: Adopted Vision Statement
Motion: Marshburn
Second: Behringer
Vote: Unanimous
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Update From the Garner Revitalization Association
Presenter: John Hodges, Executive Director
Mr. John Hodges presented the bi-monthly update to the Town Council by
reporting that Management Concepts will move into the Bryan Building bringing
ten to twelve employees. There is office space available on ground floor of
the building and they are still marketing the condominiums. The business at
110 E. Main Street is participating in the façade grant project. The façade
has been removed and the original brick is still intact. Public art has been
introduced with 40 different people participating in the painted mural.
Three are two award winning sculptures, one which was a requirement to make
and animal around a rain barrel. GRA partnered with the Town in Light Up
Main Street and partnered with Harrison family for vacant space to use for
the Santa house. The Polar Ice House brought snow for the event. In
preparation of Broadway Voices, Mr. Hodges worked with Parks and Recreation
to promote Historic Garner Plan in Auditorium. GRA purchased an acrylic
display to show the Garner Historic Plan. They are working on districts with
color and graphics to represent a theme. Events will continue to be marketed
with the electronic newsletter. In addition, they continue working on the
Main Street Program Implementation. Mr. Hodges said he is working with Mr.
Bass on getting a way finding sign program to get people over to downtown.
Mayor Pro Tem Behringer commended GRA and the Main Street Program for the
work that went into these goals.
Action: Update Only; No Action Required
Contract Amendment for Audit Accounts with Cherry, Bekaert & Holland L.L.P
Presenter: Lin Jones, Finance Director
The Local Government Commission requires the original contract contain an audit
submission date of October 31. Since the audit was not submitted by October 31
an amended contract is required. The only change is the audit submission date
from October 31, 2010 to December 31, 2010. All other provisions of the
contract are the same as the original.
Action: Authorized Execution of Amended Contract
Motion: Kennedy
Second: Singleton
Vote: Unanimous
MANAGER REPORTS
Star Tracker. Mr. Watkins said there are 16 open requests.
Council Member Singleton noted damage (ruts) to the field at White Deer Park
and asked if staff had looked into whether or not a fence is needed there.
Mr. Watkins said the matter has been discussed with the designer, and he will
get an update for the Council.
Ms. Behringer referred to item 2010-065 that has been considered a vacant
house. The lights were on when she went by there tonight.
He reported that he has worked out the arrangements with Dr. Boyle who will
facilitate the Planning Retreat. The retreat agenda is proposed to be 80% of
the time spent on the Capital Improvement Plan, 10% on a mission vision for
the Historic Auditorium and 10% on other topics. Dr. Boyle would like to
come to the Council meeting on January 18 at 5:30 to get direction on how to
put together the agenda. He asked if Council was interested in dinner
together on Thursday night; they agreed to dine at Kaze in the White Oak
Shopping Center and to invite their spouses.
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Council Reports
Council Member Kennedy
• He commended Public Works staff and all others associated for their
efforts in the snow removal.
• He reported pan handlers near White Oak Shopping Center, on Timber Drive
at Wendy’s on opposing diagonal corners. Mr. Dickerson said he will
report this to the Police Department.
Council Member Singleton
• He gave thumbs up to the Public Works staff for the snow removal
• He asked for an update on the Historic Auditorium sign. Mr. Bass said
staff and the attorney are working out some legal matters.
• At Phillips Street and Lakeside Drive, there have been a number of road
patchings due to a number of utility repairs. This has caused some
standing water that was not there before. The standing water is turns
to ice during freezing weather. He requested someone report this to the
City of Raleigh.
Council Member Johns
• He echoed others on the comments about snow removal.

• He reported on NC 50 at Handy Hugo, as you turn into the driveway,
either the ditch is clogged or the land is too low and is causing
standing water.
Mayor Pro Tem Behringer
• She echoed the Council’s comments on the quick snow removal.
Council Member Marshburn
• He noted the e-mail received by the Council from the Coalition to

Unchain Dogs reporting their first fence addition in Garner. It
appears they are delivering on their promise.
• He said that January is an important month regarding decisions
about the red and pink I540 routes. He asked the Manager to keep
the Council apprised of the decisions.
Mayor Williams
• He reported hearing about several Garner teachers receiving their

National certification and would like to see them recognized. In
the past, the recipients have been recognized at the annual
teacher’s reception as well as a letter being sent to them by the
Mayor.
• He reminded everyone of the MLK event on Sunday January 16 and the
prayer breakfast on Thursday, January 13, 2011.
ADJOURNED: 9:00
Motion: Kennedy
Vote: Unanimous
Respectfully Submitted,
Judy Bass
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Town of Garner
Town Council
January 18, 2011
MINUTES
The Garner Town Council met in a special session at 5:30 P.M. on

Tuesday, January 18, 2011 in the Town Council Meeting Room
Phillip Boyle, Ph.D., Leading and Governing Associates met with the Council to
begin preparations for the 2011 Planning Retreat to be held on February 17 and
February 18 at White Deer Park in Garner.
Mr. Boyle told the Council he wanted to hear from them and learn about their
experience with retreats. He asked their opinion on what purposes do retreats
serve and what value, what makes it worthwhile.
After each Council Member explained their idea of the purpose of a retreat, Mr.
Boyle asked what they wanted to tackle this year. Mayor Pro Tem Behringer said
there is a long list of capital improvements. She hoped to come to an
understanding on how items are to be prioritized. Mr. Boyle noted that
prioritizing will come to what the Council can do and what they are willing to do.
He said if everyone was comfortable in staying in context with the CIP then there
needs to be decision criteria so they can make a decision together.
Mr. Boyle said the Historic Auditorium will be the second topic. Mr. Watkins said
that the recent focus group gathered to look at the auditorium programming noted
that we don’t have a mission or vision statement. Council Member Singleton said he
wants to see a return on the Town’s investment.
Mr. Boyle said it is so vital to make sure we have all items on the table now that
are important rather than to add something later.
Mayor Pro Tem Behringer said she would like to discuss a plan to fill empty
buildings and a retention plan. Statistics are showing increased vacancies in
Garner and Southeast Raleigh.
The Council decided that 80% of the retreat is for discussion and prioritizing the
Capital Improvements Plan, 10% on the Garner Historic Auditorium and 10% on empty
boxes (vacant buildings).
Mr. Boyle said he will work with staff to put together a draft proposal and send to
Council for review.
The Garner Town Council began the regular session at 7:00 P.M.
CALL MEETING TO ORDER – Mayor Williams
Attending: Mayor Williams, Mayor Pro Tem Behringer, Council Member Johns,
Kennedy, Marshburn and Singleton
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE – Council Member Singleton
INVOCATION – Council Member Singleton
ADOPTION OF AGENDA – as presented

Motion: Johns
Second: Singleton
Vote: Unanimous
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INTRODUCTIONS
Presenter: Harold Garner, Garner Pageant Association
Zell Brown, Miss Garner 2011

Lauren Hitchings, Garner’s Outstanding Teen
Miss Brown and Miss Hitchings announced a fund raiser for the Veterans’ Memorial.
A golf tournament will be held on April 27 at River Ridge Golf Course. Miss Brown
announced her platform is “Breaking Obstacles of Learning Differences.”
PETITIONS AND COMMENTS - NONE
CONSENT
Wake County Tax Report, November 2010
The Wake County Board of Commissioners has approved non-cash rebates in the amount
of $33,997.87 for taxes from 2006 to 2010. These actions occurred in the period
from November 1 to November 30, 2010 and are presented for approval.
Action: Approval of Tax Releases
Resolution Recognizing Police K-9 as Disposable Property
The Police Department requests the Council recognize surplus of Tosca, a

Police K-9 as disposal property and authorize the sale of the dog to Officer
McLean for $1.00. Tosca is a nine year Belgian Malinois and has reached the
end of her useful purpose.
Action: Adoption of Resolution No. (2011) 2081
Request for Support of Downtown Concerts
The Garner Revitalization Association (GRA) is making plans for the fourth
season of the Music on Main - After Work Concert Series. The concerts are
held monthly from May through September, typically on the second Thursday.
For the past two seasons, each of these concerts attracted between 300 – 500
people to Downtown Garner to enjoy music, food and fellowship. The Music on
Main series has become a premier attraction for Garner, bringing people to
our community from around the region.
Action: Adoption of Resolution No. (2011) 2082
Motion: Johns
Second: Kennedy
Vote: Unanimous
END OF CONSENT
Public Hearing on Inverness Subdivision Special Use Permit, SUP-SB-10-01

Presenter: Brad Bass
Mayor Williams asked for anyone wishing to provide testimony to come forward to
take the oath. Taking the oath was Jenny Saldi, Mike Stewart and Brad Bass.
Mayor Williams asked Council Members to disclose any exparte communications
regarding this project. Hearing none, he asked Mr. Bass to present the staff
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Mr. Bass reported that Inverness Subdivision, a 19.8 acre tract of land to be
located on the west side of Creech Road north of Creech Road Elementary School
was approved in August 2005; however the permit has expired. A new owner
purchased the property in 2007 and has resubmitted the plans for approval.
The applicant proposes 44 lots with an average lot size of 9128 square feet.
The Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee recommended a fee-in-lieu of
parkland dedication in the amount of $1025.00 per dwelling unit and 17% of
open space has been provided and will be maintained by the Homeowner’s
Association.
Public water lines will be extended, from the existing line along Creech
Road, through the site and public sewer lines extended from the existing line
along the west property line. Utilities have been designed to allow extension
to properties to the north and south as they develop. Sewer was previously
allocated, in 2005, for this subdivision from the Type II category, homes
with a minimum of 2100 square feet. One point of access for this subdivision
is proposed off Creech Road. Again, the design will allow interior road
connections as properties to the north and south develop.
Creech Road will be widened on both sides to accommodate a left turn lane
into the site. The road improvements were previously reviewed and approved
by NCDOT at which time it was determined that widening on both sides of the
road is preferred to avoid the potential of a sight distance problem should
widening occur on one side only. The plans have been resubmitted to NCDOT;
we understand there has been verbal approval and are awaiting written
confirmation. Curb and gutter construction with sidewalk will be provided
along the Creech Road frontage. Sidewalks are proposed along one side of the
local streets and both sides of connector streets within the subdivision.
This subdivision was approved by the Town in 2005; however, the permit
expired. The owner is still interested in developing the property and has
resubmitted the plans for approval.
This site falls within the Secondary Residential area for a Neighborhood Core
and is consistent with the Comprehensive Growth Plan. This project, as
proposed, is consistent with the Thoroughfare Plan, Parks and Greenway Plan
and the Unified Development Ordinance.
The Planning Commission recommended approval subject to: 1) a petition for

annexation shall be submitted prior to first final plat recordation and 2)
the design of the proposed level spreader shall be approved by the
Engineering Department prior to review by Town Council.
Council Member Kennedy asked if there are any other amenities such as porches
or stoops or any percentage of brick or stone on the exterior.
Mr. Bass explained in 2005 this project met the Type 2 policy. The Council
can leave as it was back in 2005 or they approve for type one under today’s
standards; the applicant requested this to be approved as it was in 2005.
Mr. Bass explained the applicant is proposing 2100 square foot homes. Under
the current Type 2 housing, the minimum is 2200 square feet.
Council Member Johns asked if there is a connection to Curtiss Drive. Mr.

Bass said the original plan was to connect, but that was denied. The
applicant configured the road design without connection to Curtiss Drive and
was approved. Mayor Williams asked if there would be any property annexed
except this property. Mr. Bass explained annexation was just for the property
which is a requirement for utility connections.
Mike Stewart, Proctor-Stewart Engineering, said he is the project Engineer.

Mr. Stewart said they still have valid construction permits and approvals
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with Raleigh and Wake County. Mr. Stewart said they had obtained financing
when mobilized for construction based on approvals; they need to get started
before other permits expire.
Council Member Kennedy asked if Mr. Stewart was familiar enough with the
developer to say whether or not he would want all brick or a portion of
brick. Mr. Stewart said he is not in a position to make that decision. Mr.
Kennedy asked about the price points. Mr. Stewart said they are the same as
with the original plan, in the mid $200,000.
Council Member Marshburn asked if the development will be done in phases.

Mr. Stewart said yes and added that all of the grading and infrastructure
will be done with Phase I. Phase 2 and 3 will be market driven.
Council Member Kennedy said the Council’s objective is as attractive housing

as we can and maintain as high level of standard and quality as possible. He
asked if the Council approves the project under the Type 2 Sewer Allocation,
do we have to start the process all over again. Council Member Kennedy asked
if we want to negotiate, will we have to start the process over. Mr. Bass
said we can continue with the hearing tonight. In discussions he had with
the applicant, Mr. Bass said they preferred to be approved as in 2005 as type
one sewer allocation. Mr. Kennedy said they would like to see the property
developed and want to make it the best they can; therefore he would like to
see a certain percentage of stone or brick.
Mr. Bass said under the current Type Two Policy, a minimum of 2200 heated
space is required, the homes must be 80 percent brick on either side, have
two garages, covered front porch, a screened porch and must be constructed on
a 1200 square foot lot.
Council Member Singleton said things have changed since 2005. If approved
under Type Two originally, he feels it should be approved under Type Two now;
that is the product we expected. The Sewer Allocation Policy was changed to
try and increase the quality of homes and thereby increasing our tax base.
We have to set the bar.
Mayor Pro tem Kennedy asked when we amended the Type Two category. Mr. Bass
said in late 2005, after this was approved. Mr. Bass said in discussions
with applicant, he did not feel he could afford to meet Type Two
requirements.
Council Member Marshburn said he was prepared to approve this request with
the Type One allocation and based on the time frame, it seems reasonable to
move ahead.
Mr. Stewart said the plans are still under review with Garner for storm water
and water and sewer by the City of Raleigh. All approvals were granted after
the expiration of the subdivision permit. They erroneously assumed that
approval was being extended, did not have vested rights and felt the best way
to get back on track was to go through the approval again. Mr. Stewart
noting one of the requirements of Type Two is the size of the lot and said
they can’t meet the 1200 square foot lot requirement without an impact.
Action: Find Application Complete; approve project as recommended by the

Planning Commission with the site specific conditions.
Motion: Marshburn
Second: Johns
Vote: None
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Council Member Singleton said that DWQ standards have changed and ours has
too. We have to upgrade the housing in Garner. If 2100 square foot homes,
that is ok, but he suggested they look at some from Type Two and add them to
the plans.
Council Member Kennedy said he is pleased this project has come back and
should give this area a new life. There has not been a lot of building in
that area. A new subdivision will be wonderful and provide incentive for
others to invest in that area; however, Mr. Kennedy said he would like to see
higher standards than what is written on the plan, but he doesn’t want to put
them in position where they loose another permit unnecessarily. He said any
percent of applying Type Two would be good and he said he would like to give
the developer a chance to respond.
Council Member Marshburn said in principal he is not opposed to waiting. He

asked Mr. Stewart if he felt the developer would have an inclination to
change anything regarding houses. Mr. Stewart said at the time the project
was originally approved, the product exceeded the Type Two requirements. The
applicant did ask in the meeting if the Town would ease any of the
requirements.
Council Member Marshburn asked if Mr. Stewart thought he could get an answer
from the developer in a week’s time. Mr. Stewart said he did not know if the
developer is capable or prepared to go beyond. Mr. Stewart asked if there is
something specific the Council wants to see that he can take to the developer
rather than asking them to make it as close to Type Two with the current lot
size.
Council Marshburn said he agrees that little or no development will go toward

improving this area. Mayor Pro Tem Behringer said you can make a case both
ways. Knowing that we changed the policy after their project seemed to be
developer’s responsibility to have known that. She said she is in favor of
continuing because we can’t make assumptions; he may offer different
possibilities.
Council Member Kennedy said instead of the minimum of 2100 square feet, maybe
add some brick and then drop the minimum to 2000; they are open for
negotiation.
Council Member Marshburn said he hopes we can work this out and meet his
deadline; spending more money creates problems with him.
The motion to approve was withdrawn.
Motion: Marshburn
Second: Johns
Vote: Unanimous
Action: Continue the hearing until January 25, 2011
Motion: Kennedy
Second: Singleton
Vote: Unanimous
Council Member Kennedy said he hopes we will all be ready to make a

definitive decision. Council Member Singleton requested this item be placed
at the beginning of the agenda.
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Early Voting and Filing for 2011 Municipal Election
Presenter: Judy Bass
The Town’s current fee for candidate filing is $10.00, which has not changed
for many years. If the Council chooses, this fee may be modified. A list of fees
charged in other towns is included in this agenda. If the Council wishes to
provide an early voting location, the municipality must provide funding for the
site. The Council will need to decide whether or not to offer an early voting
location and determine the number of days and the hours that voting is held. The
cost for five days from 3:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M. is $7,450 and five days from 11:00
A.M. to 7:00 P.M. is $8,093.50.
Action: Change Candidate Filing to $25.00
Motion: Singleton
Second: Behringer
Vote: Unanimous
Action: Set Early Voting for five days from 3:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M.
Motion: Kennedy
Second: Singleton
Vote: Unanimous
COMMITTEE REPORTS
Council Member Singleton reported the Law and Finance Committee met to
discuss the deer population and clothing collection bins. The Committee took
no action on either item. Information regarding control of deer in
residential areas will be sent to the applicant and the Arbor Greene and
Brittmore subdivisions.
MANAGER REPORTS
1. Star Tracker. Mr. Watkins reported 12 open items. Council

Member Kennedy asked the status of the street crossing
identification signs at US 70/401 and Timber Drive. Mr. Watkins
said Town staff is ready for installation, but are waiting for
word from NC DOT regarding their schedule.
2. Personnel Report
3. Enforcement Reports
4. Financial Report as of December 31, 2010
5. Planning Commission Summary
ATTORNEY REPORTS
COUNCIL REPORTS
Council Member Johns
• Council Member Johns asked about the status of the dogs on

Griffin Street. Mr. Dickerson reported that matter was closed
by the Police Department. According to Police staff, the
neighbors are satisfied. Mr. Johns said as of Saturday, he was
told there is still a problem.
Council Member Singleton
• Council Member Singleton said he is the Council’s liaison on the

Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee. Due to time
constraints in getting to the 6:00 meeting, Council Member
Singleton asked if he could be reassigned to the Planning
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Commission which meets at 7:00. Council Member Marshburn who is
the Planning Commission liaison said he is in agreement with
this and has had previous experience in working with the Parks
and Recreation Advisory Committee.
Council Member Marshburn
• He thanked Mayor Williams for his involvement in two recent events.

The Prayer Breakfast was inspirational. He commended those who
served on the committee that planned the Dr. Martin Luther King’s
ceremony. It was a well done community event and something we can
build on.
Mayor Pro Tem Behringer
• She echoed the comments on the Mayor’s Prayer Breakfast and the
Martin Luther King event.
• She reported complaints of issues on White Oak Road at the

Hillendale subdivision. There appears to be a site distance
concern getting out of the subdivision as well as vehicles
speeding on White Oak as the lanes change from four to two.
Mr. Bass explained this area is Wake County’s jurisdiction and
will be reported to the Sherriff’s Department.
• She reported trash along West Garner Road from Creech to Jones
Sausage Road.
• She attended the Carolantic Realty Convention. She said this

was two hours of good information and facts and encouraged
others to attend each year.
Council Member Kennedy
• He said the Prayer Breakfast was great and Pat Watkins was a
good speaker.
• He reported a fund-raiser kick off for the Veterans’ Memorial

Committee at White Deer Park on January 25 at 7:30 AM.
Adjourn at 9:00.
Motion: Kennedy
Vote: Unanimous
Respectfully Submitted,
Judy Bass
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Town of Garner
Engineering Department
Memorandum
To: Hardin Watkins

Town Manager
From: Tony Chalk PE PLS

Assistant Town Engineer
Re: Easement Acquisition for Stormwater BMP at Garner UMC
Date: February 15, 2011
The Town has negotiated the purchase of an easement from Garner United Methodist
Church for the conversion of the church’s existing dry detention basin to a larger, grassed
bioretention BMP that enables the capture of previously untreated stormwater. This is
part of the Town’s ongoing program to comply with the requirements of the State’s
Water Supply Watershed plan for the Town.
Garner United Methodist has approved purchase of this easement for $5000 which is the
same amount paid out for each easement acquired at the Garner Town Square property.
The funds for this easement purchase and for the future construction of the BMP come
from the funds previously collected by the Town for retention pond construction and
maintenance.
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Prepared by: William E. Anderson, Attorney at Law
Mail To: Town Clerk, Town of Garner, P. O. Box 446,

Garner, N.C. 27529
NORTH CAROLINA
WAKE COUNTY
DEED OF EASEMENT - DETENTION POND CONVERSION
THIS DEED OF EASEMENT made this ____ day of __________,

2011, by and between Garner United Methodist Church, 201
Methodist Drive, Garner, North Carolina “Grantor,” and Town of
Garner, “grantee,” whose address is Post Office Box 446, Garner,
North Carolina 27529:
W I T N E S S E T H
WHEREAS, Grantor is the owner of that certain real property

located in the Town of Garner, Wake County, North Carolina, PIN#
1711.237648 and described in that deed recorded in Book 1260,
Page 220, Wake County Registry, and
WHEREAS, Grantee desires to establish certain easement

rights under the Grantor Property and Grantor is willing to grant
to Grantee such easement rights upon the terms and conditions
hereinafter set forth;
NOW, THEREFORE, for and in consideration of the sum of Ten

and No/100 Dollars (“$10.00”) the receipt and sufficiency of
which are hereby acknowledged, and the mutual covenants contained
in this Deed of Easement, the Grantor does hereby sell, bargain,
grant and convey to the Grantor a permanent easement as shown on
that plat recorded in Book of Maps , Page , Wake County
Registry, described as Proposed Drainage Easement Acquisition
Area consisting of 0.782 acres;
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The Permanent Easement shall be used only for conversion of
the detention ponds to Best Management Practices approved by the
State of North Carolina for water quality improvement, followed
by on-going monitoring, inspection, maintenance and repair, by
the Grantee, including all reasonable and necessary access during
construction and thereafter for such monitoring, inspection,
maintenance and repair, and for no other purpose whatsoever.
Upon completion of construction, Grantee shall return the
Easement Area to a condition suitable to such use, and any areas
used for ingress, egress and temporary ancillary construction use
to their original condition.
The Permanent Easement shall be perpetual; Grantor also

conveys to Grantee the right of ingress and egress over and
across the Grantor Property to the Drainage Easement Area, and
the right to clear and keep cleared all trees and other
obstructions as may be necessary for Grantee’s use of the
Drainage Easement Area.
Grantor reserves the right to use said Easement Area for all
purposes not inconsistent with the rights herein granted.
Grantee, at its sole cost and expense, shall be solely

responsible for the construction and maintenance of the Drainage
Easement Area and related facilities and appurtenances within the
Drainage Easement Area.
Grantee’s use of the Easements shall not materially

interfere with ingress and egress to Grantor’s property or the
use and quiet enjoyment of Grantor’s property by Grantor, its
employees, tenants, invitees, contractors or representatives.
Reasonable ingress to Grantor’s property shall not be interrupted
during Grantee’s use of the Easement Areas.
TO HAVE AND TO HOLD the foregoing easement Permanent

Drainage Easement, Temporary Construction Easement and right of
ingress and egress unto the Grantee Town of Garner, its
successors and assigns, subject to the foregoing terms and
conditions, which shall be binding on the Grantor, Grantee and
their successors and assigns.
IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, the Grantor has executed and sealed

this Deed of Easement on the day and year first above written.
Garner United Methodist Church
By: ___________________________
___________________________
Chairman, Board of Trustees
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NORTH CAROLINA
WAKE COUNTY
I, the undersigned, a Notary Public in and for said county

and state, do hereby certify that _____________________________
personally appeared before me this day and acknowledged that he
is the Chairman of the Board of Trustees of Garner United
Methodist Church and that by authority duly given and as the act
of the Board of Trustees, the foregoing instrument was signed as
the act of said Board of Trustees of the Garner United Methodist
Church.
Witness my hand and official seal, this the ____ day of

______________, 2011.
_________________________________
Notary Public
My Commission Expires: __________
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TOWN OF GARNER
M EM ORANDUM
To: Hardin Watkins
Town Manager
From: Lin Jones
Finance Director
Subject: Budget Amendment
1. Provide funding to obtain updated cost estimate for improvements at

US 70 and White Oak Road based on revis ed requirements by the
Department of Transportation ($3,500). Funds will be provided from
the contingency account.
2. Provide funding to Garner Volunteer Fire and Rescue Inc forsalary,
benefits and expenses related to three employees transferred from
Garner EMS and Rescue from the date of transferto December 31, 2010
($51,426). Funding will be provided by transfer of amounts budgeted
for Garner EMS and Rescue.
CURRENT AMENDED NET CHANGE

GENERAL FUND
REVENUES
EXPENDITURES
104110-
104120 Legislative $1,238,190 $1,234,690 $-3,500
104610
104630 Planning 734,375 737,875 +3,500
105310 Fire Services 1,395,000 1,446,426 +51,426
105410 Rescue Services 135,285 83,859 -51,426

Line items for this amendment are as follows:
Legislative
10411000-525800 Contingency -3,500
Planning
10461000-524300 Contract Services +3,500
Fire Services
Rescue Services
10541000-524300 Contract Services -51,426
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ORDINANCE NO. (2011) 3610
ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. (2010) 3586

WHICH ESTABLISHED THE 2010 - 2011 OPERATING BUDGET
BE IT ORDAINED by the Town Council of the Town of Garner, North Carolina:
Section One. That the GENERAL FUND be amended as follows:
CURRENT AMENDED NET CHANGE

GENERAL FUND
REVENUES
EXPENDITURES
104110-
104120 Legislative $1,238,190 $1,234,690 $-3,500
104610
104630 Planning 734,375 737,875 +3,500
105310 Fire Services 1,395,000 1,446,426 +51,426
105410 Rescue Services 135,285 83,859 -51,426
Section Four. Copies of this ordinance shall be furnished to the

Finance Director and the Town Clerk for their direction in the disbursement
of the Town's funds and for public inspection.
Duly adopted this 22nd day of February, 2011.
_______________________________
Mayor Ronnie S. Williams
ATTEST: _______________________
Town Clerk
Line items for this amendment are as follows:
Legislative
10411000-525800 Contingency -3,500
Planning
Fire Services
Rescue Services
10541000-524300 Contract Services -51,426
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From: Bill & Margaret Bingham [bingham2@bellsouth.net]
Sent: Wednesday, February 02, 2011 4:09 PM
To: Judy Bass
Subject: Parking issue for March 12
Wednesday, Feb. 2
Judy,
Thank you very much for handling the necessary process concerning the possible
parking violations on the streets near NGMS on Saturday, March 12, 2011, during the
Garner Storytelling Festival.
The festival begins at 1pm and ends at 3:30pm. I would anticipate the timeframe for
any parking issues to be noon until 3:30pm.
Even though we have a morning workshop (7:30-noon) for educators prior to the
Festival, the number attending should have no problem finding a place to park in the
school parking lot. Yet, I thought it safer to mention that we will have visitors parking at
the school also from 7:30am until noon.
Once again, thank you for your time and effort on this matter. If you need further
information or a clarification, do not hesitate to contact me.
Best regards,
Margaret Bingham
GEF Media & Technology Chair
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February 15, 2011
To: Mayor and Town Council

Hardin Watkins, Town Manager
From: Bruce Andrews, President GEDC

William E. Anderson, General Counsel, GEDC
Re: Garner Economic Development Corporation Update
Background
The Garner Economic Development Corporation (GEDC) had its first meeting on December 13,
2010 and has been meeting almost weekly since. Our first joint meeting with the 8 member
ConAgra Redevelopment Advisory Board was held on February 16, 2011 and we look forward
to their assistance and insight as the GEDC plans the future development of this project. As the
GEDC has been gaining an understanding and evaluation of the site and its issues, it became
apparent that two early hurdles exist and we need assistance from the TOG on resolving. They
are the liability for ad valorem taxes and the allocation of additional water capacity for this site.
Review
The first issue is ad valorem taxation. If the plant and site are deeded directly to the Town,
neither Wake County nor Town of Garner (TOG) will receive any ad valorem taxation until it or
parts of it are sold to someone else. The fastest and easiest way to encourage redevelopment
or development is for the property to be owned and controlled by Garner Economic
Development Corporation. (GEDC)
GEDC even though a non-profit is not one of the current entities exempt from taxes and would
be subject to ad valorem taxation. If the building remains standing, the annual tax bill would be
around $80,000, roughly divided $45,000 to wake and $39,000 to TOG. This would be a huge
drain on the monies needed to maintain, market and plan for the redevelopment of the property
and can be better utilized at working to place the property back on the tax roll. Also, depending
on the length of time to reposition and develop all or part of the property, the GEDC may not
have funds to cover the tax liability and in turn seek assistance from the TOG.
The GEDC sees two options to rectify this issue of taxation. Seek an incentive agreement with
Wake County and TOG, recognizing the fact no revenue would be generated if in TOG’s name,
to rebate the property taxes paid each year for a period of 5 years or until the property is sold or
leased. Knowing it is outside the incentive policy of Wake County and TOG, but the unique
circumstances surrounding this property and its redevelopment opportunities could in fact be a
reason to make an exception to policy without fear of setting precedent.
The second option is to seek a local bill from the General Assembly, to allow the GEDC to be
exempt from Ad Valorem taxation, specifically for the property currently owned by ConAgra who
intends to donate to the GEDC on behalf of the TOG for redevelopment. A sunset clause would
be added to the local bill request with an expiration date of December, 2016. After talking with
some of our Wake County legislative delegation, if pursuing this option GEDC needs to have a
resolution of support for this local act from the TOG. The GEDC will also be meeting with Wake
County to insure their support of this action.
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The TOG and GEDC are in a position due to the extent of work already completed by ConAgra
on the site to submit the 96 acre tract to the NC Department of Commerce to be part of their
Certified Site Program. This will allow the property to be viewed by prospective site selection
agencies and industry leaders, having the assurance that the property is ready to develop and
all infrastructures are in place and to the property. One of the conditions for submittal is the
commitment of the local municipality or utility provider of allotting a water capacity of 300,000
gallons while the property is in the program. The current site has an existing allotment of
170,000 gallons and the GEDC is asking that TOG grant the additional allotment of 130,000
gallons to allow this community and property the advantage of being listed as a certified site.
In closing the GEDC would like to introduce the members of the ConAgra Redevelopment
Advisory Board, so they can be recognized for their commitment in helping GEDC shape the
redevelopment of Garner along I-40 and Jones Sausage Road.
Recommendation
Town of Garner adopts a resolution in support of a local bill granting the GEDC exemption to ad
valorem taxation for a period to expire in December 31, 2016.
Town of Garner grants the additional allocation of 130,000 gallons of water capacity to the
ConAgra site, in order to submit the property to NC Department of Commerce as a certified site.
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RESOLUTION NO. (2011) 2083
A RESOLUTION TO APPROVE LOCAL BILL TO EXEMPT THE CONAGRA SITE

FROM AD VALOREM TAXATION WHILE OWNED BY GARNER ECONOMIC
DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
WHEREAS, in the wake of the tragic explosion of 2009, ConAgra
Foods proposes to cease its manufacturing operations in Wake County
in approximately the last quarter of 2011; and
WHEREAS ConAgra has announced its intention to donate the
facilities and real estate identified as Wake County real estate
ID# 0034819, PIN# 1721460804 and real estate ID# 0179157, PIN#
172165080 to the Garner Economic Development Corporation; and
WHEREAS, Garner Economic Development Corporation seeks to
reserve employment and protect and enhance the future tax base for
Wake County and the Town of Garner from the ConAgra site, but needs
temporary relief from ad valorem taxation in order to accomplish
its mission.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Town Council of the
Town of Garner support the submission of proposed local
Legislation exempting the real property and improvements thereon
owned by Garner Economic Development Corporation, at the time of
the adoption of this bill or in the future, identified as Wake
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County real estate ID# 0034819, PIN# 1721460804 and real estate
ID# 0179157, PIN# 17216508, shall be exempt from ad valorem
taxation, such act to expire on December 31, 2016.
This the 22nd day of February, 2011.
______________________
Ronnie S. Williams
Mayor
ATTEST:
______________________
Judy Bass, Town Clerk
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February 15, 2011
To: Hardin Watkins

Town Manager
From: Reginald Buie

Neighborhood Improvement Manager
Re: Resolution for “Woodland North” neighborhood initiative
Background
Our next neighborhood initiative area has been drawn by staff and has been named “Woodland North.”
The Police Department and Codes Enforcement made a strong case that this area was in more need of
service and attention than Van Story Hills, Cloverdale, and others. This area will center on Foxwood
Drive and the residential areas (many apartments) surrounding the high school. It is bounded by
Woodland Road, Timber Drive, Vandora Springs Road and U.S. 70. The Garner Townes townhouse
community often represented by Ms. Maletz and Mr. Anthony Cox at Council Meetings will also be
included. This will also be our first neighborhood initiative on the south side of US 70.
Review
Staff has already started work on the Town’s third target neighborhood initiative area - Woodland North.
Our staff team of multiple departments has surveyed the area and is currently working on many of the
issues and concerns that have been identified. As we move forward on this area, we will continue to
monitor and serve past initiatives (School Acres and Central Garner) for continued compliance.
We look forward to updating the Town Council in the near future at a Work Session or Council Meeting
as the initiative progresses. If interested, we can arrange for individual or group tours of the newest
area. A map of the Woodland North area is attached for your reference.
Thanks to Reggie Buie, Tony Beasley, and the Neighborhood Initiatives Staff Team for continuing to
move us forward on this very important effort.
Recommendation
Staff would like to request that Town Council support the Woodland North initiative by Resolution at
their next meeting.
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A RESOLUTION CONCERNING WOODLAND NORTH
WHEREAS, the Town will embark on its third initiative of
proactive enforcement of codes and ordinances that will center on
Foxwood Drive and the residential areas surrounding the high
school, bounded by Woodland Road, Timber Drive, Vandora Springs
Road and U.S. 70, including the Garner Townes townhouse community;
Whereas the Police Department and Codes Enforcement staff
have determined this area needs attention of the Town regarding
the health and safety, happiness and well-being and property
values in the community related to various issues potentially
involving violations of zoning and/or housing code issues and
similar issues;
Town of Garner endorses the Woodland North initiative and
directs its implementation.
______________________
Ronnie S. Williams
Mayor
ATTEST:
______________________
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900 7th Avenue Phone: (919) 773-4222
P.O. Box 446 Fax: (919) 662-5135
Garner, NC 27529 website: www.GarnerNC.gov
2011 Pony National Tournament

July 23-29, 2011
Garner, NC
Synopsis
The 2011 Pony National Tournament- East Zone will be held July 23-29, 2011, in Wake County, with Garner,
Holly Springs and Cary serving as host sites for the tournament. The NC Challengers and Raleigh Jaycees will
serve as co-hosts of the 2011 PONY National Championships- East Zone for all age groups (10U, 12U, 14U, 16U,
18U). Anticipated attendance is 6000 visitors.
As a host site, the Town of Garner will be responsible for providing ball fields, field prep, maintenance and staff
support. Several Town departments such as Parks and Recreation, Police, and Public Works will assist with
opening day ceremonies and tournament play. Garner Fire Department and Wake County Emergency
Management Services will assist with opening day ceremonies.
The financial impact of this tournament is $24,660. The economic impact of this tournament to the community
is $946,250. As a result of the economic impact the 2011 Pony National Tournament will have on the Garner
Community, I am recommending that all Town fees be waived and the Town offer such services in exchange for
the exposure and revenues this tournament will bring to the Garner community.
Next Steps:
 Approve Special Events Policy for Opening Ceremonies acknowledging waiving of Town related
expenses
 Enter into agreement with Garner Optimist Club as host organization
 Alert neighboring citizens about upcoming tournament
 Publicize event with local/regional media
Overview
The 2011 Pony National Tournament- East Zone will be held July 23-29, 2011, in Wake County, with Garner,
Holly Springs and Cary serving as host sites for the tournament. The NC Challengers and Raleigh Jaycees will
serve as co-hosts of the 2011 PONY National Championships- East Zone for all age groups (10U, 12U, 14U, 16U,
18U).
The East Zone includes Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Rhode Island, Massachusetts, Connecticut, New
York, New Jersey, Virginia, Eastern Tennessee, North Carolina, South Carolina, Pennsylvania, West Virginia,
Ohio, Maryland, Delaware and the District of Columbia. Canada is also a part of East Zone.
Garner Optimist Club will serve as the local host organization for the tournament. The Greater Raleigh
Convention and Visitors Bureau has also partnered to help promote this tournament.
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Pony National Tournament History
PONY is taken from the first letters of each word in the slogan, “Protect Our Nation's Youth." PONY started in
the summer of 1951 with organization of the original PONY League in Washington, Pennsylvania. This was a
transition league for 13- and 14-year old players designed to take graduates of the Little League baseball
program to a regulation size playing field. The name "PONY," as suggested by youngsters in a contest held at
the YMCA in Washington, Pennsylvania, was short for "Protect Our Neighborhood Youth."
The change to "Protect Our Nation's Youth," as is used today, was made after the original Washington PONY
League developed into a national program. Growth of PONY League was rapid, and by the end of 1952, the
original six teams in Washington had been joined by 505 others in 106 leagues around the country. A national
tournament was held that same year and culminated with the first PONY League World Series.
Role of the Town of Garner as Cosponsor/Host Site

Bob Harvin, of the Garner Optimist Club, approached the Town of Garner to seek assistance with hosting the
softball tournament for girls ages 12 and under. Approximately 100 teams are estimated to participate in this
age bracket and will play games at both South Garner and Garner Recreational Park. Five ball fields will be
solely dedicated to tournament play the entire week.
Opening ceremonies for the tournament will take place at Lake Benson and is expected to attract over 6,000
athletes, families and friends to Garner. Opening ceremonies will include league and team recognition, meals
for all athletes, inflatable games, live entertainment and various food vendors. Tournament play will bring an
estimated 1500 people to both parks each day.
As a host site, the Town of Garner will be responsible for providing ball fields, field prep, maintenance and staff
support. Several Town departments such as Parks and Recreation, Police, and Public Works will assist with
opening day ceremonies and tournament play. Garner Fire Department and Wake County Emergency
Management Services will assist with opening day ceremonies.
Tournament Challenges
Due to the large number of people expected for the tournament, information will need to be distributed to
residents, businesses, and churches near South Garner Park and Garner Recreation Park areas, so that all will
be informed and prepared for increased local traffic during tournament week. Additional parking areas will
also need to be identified for both locations.
Tournament and directional road signage will be provided by league officials and presented to our Planning
Department for approval.
Minor park repairs, upgrades and maintenance may be needed to assure park meets needs of tournament
officials. These could include restriping parking lots, mulching plants beds and playground areas, fencing
repairs, etc.
Economic Analysis of the Tournament
Financial Impact
The Financial Impact of the tournament includes all Town related costs such as staff, shelter rentals,
equipment, supplies, etc. The estimated cost for both Opening Ceremonies and Tournament Games is $24,660.
Cost per event is as follows:
Opening Ceremonies
Parks and Recreation- shelter rentals ($660) and staff ($480) $1,140
Public Works- staff ($360) and supplies ($100) $460
Opening Ceremonies Total: $1,600
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Tournament Games
Parks and Recreation

Field rental fee (360 hrs total 5 fields) $7,200
Lights (15 hrs) $300
Facility supervision (144 hrs) $2,160
Tournament fee $1,500
Subtotal: $11,160
Public Works
Labor $7,865
Equipment $694
Supplies $661
Subtotal: $9,220
Police Officers $2,680

Subtotal: $2,680
Fire- N/A
EMS- N/A
Tournament Games Subtotal: $23,060
Total Costs to the Town of Garner: $24,660
Economic Impact
The Economic Impact of the tournament includes revenues generated from restaurants, hotels, retail stores
and ball field rentals in the Garner community. Participant numbers are based on the following: 1500 players
(100 teams/15 players ea.), 1500 participants (1 guest/ player), and 200 coaches (2 coaches/100 teams), which
total 3200 participants. 1700 families will also be referenced in discussions (1500 players and 200 coaches).
Conservative estimates were used to project the following economic impact to the Garner Community:
Restaurants: Average $35 day/participant ($5 breakfast, $10 lunch, $20 dinner)
3200 x $35 x 3 days= $336,000
Hotels: Average $100/day (maximum used- 645 hotel rooms available in Garner)
645 x $100 x 3 days= $193,500
Retail Stores- Average $50 day/family (Sporting goods, Grocery, Wal-Mart/Target)

1700 x $50 x 3 days= $255,000
Gas Stations- Average $50 week/family

1700 x $50= $85,000
Tournament Concessions- Average $20 day/family

1700 x $20 x 2 days= $68,000
Pony Tournament ball field Rentals- $70/game- estimated 140-170 ($9,800-$11,900) games with minimal fee
of $1750 per field
$1750 x 5 Garner fields= $8750
Total economic impact= $946,250
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Recommendations
The total cost for Town services is estimated at $24,660. Projected economic return to the community is
$946,250. As a result of the economic impact the 2011 Pony National Tournament will have on the Garner
Community, I am recommending that all Town fees be waived and the Town offer such services in exchange for
the exposure and revenues this tournament will bring to the Garner community. With 6,000 people expected
to attend Opening Ceremonies at Lake Benson Park, we will strive to provide a positive experience for league
officials and event goers, so that we are considered as a host site in the coming years.
Next Steps:
 Approve Special Events Policy for Opening Ceremonies acknowledging waiving of Town related
expenses
 Enter into agreement with Garner Optimist Club as host organization
 Alert neighboring citizens about upcoming tournament
 Publicize event with local/regional media
Submitted by: Sonya Shaw, Parks and Recreation Director
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Town of Garner Legislative Agenda- 2011 Session
A) Exempt GEDC from Ad Valorem taxes
A RESOLUTION TO APPROVE LOCAL BILL TO EXEMPT THE CONAGRA

SITE FROM AD VALOREM TAXATION WHILE OWNED BY GARNER
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
WHEREAS, in the wake of the tragic explosion of 2009, ConAgra Foods
proposes to cease its manufacturing operations in Wake County in approximately
the last quarter of 2011; and
WHEREAS ConAgra has announced its intention to donate the facilities and
real estate identified as Wake County real estate ID# 0034819, PIN# 1721460804
and real estate ID# 0179157, PIN# 172165080 to the Garner Economic
Development Corporation; and
WHEREAS, Garner Economic Development Corporation seeks to reserve
employment and protect and enhance the future tax base for Wake County and the
Town of Garner from the ConAgra site, but needs temporary relief from ad valorem
taxation in order to accomplish its mission.
Town of Garner support the submission of proposed local Legislation exempting
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the real property and improvements thereon owned by Garner Economic
Development Corporation, at the time of the adoption of this bill or in the future,
identified as Wake County real estate ID# 0034819, PIN# 1721460804 and real
estate ID# 0179157, PIN# 17216508, shall be exempt from ad valorem taxation,
such act to expire on December 31, 2016.
______________________
Ronnie S. Williams
Mayor
ATTEST:
______________________
B) Keep all local revenues intact through the upcoming budget session
Preserve existing revenues and hold municipalities harmless. Do not support

legislation such as takeover of road maintenance that will erode local finances.
C) Allow municipalities to keep Parks and Recreation participant

registration information private
When residents sign up for Parks and Recreation programs they include relevant
information like names and email addresses. These residents do not intend for
their information to be given out to telemarketers or others seeking mass records
of personal contact information. This request is similar to the law passed
concerning Parks and Recreation minor participant information. Request that the
law be expanded to cover adult recreation participants.
GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF NORTH CAROLINA

SESSION 2007
SESSION LAW 2008-126
SENATE BILL 212

AN ACT TO LIMIT ACCESS TO IDENTIFYING INFORMATION OF MINOR
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PARTICIPANTS IN PARKS AND RECREATION PROGRAMS OF LOCAL
GOVERNMENTS.
The General Assembly of North Carolina enacts:
SECTION 1. Chapter 132 of the General Statutes is amended by adding a new

section to read:
"§ 132-1.12. Limited access to identifying information of minors participating in

local government parks and recreation programs.
(a) A public record, as defined by G.S. 132-1, does not include, as to any minor
participating in a park or recreation program sponsored by a local government or
combination of local governments, any of the following information as to that
minor participant: (i) name, (ii) address, (iii) age, (iv) date of birth, (v) telephone
number, (vi) the name or address of that minor participant's parent or legal
guardian, or (vii) any other identifying information on an application to participate
in such program or other records related to that program.
(b) The county, municipality, and zip code of residence of each participating
minor covered by subsection (a) of this section is a public record, with the
information listed in subsection (a) of this section redacted.
(c) Nothing in this section makes the information listed in subsection (a) of this
section confidential information."
SECTION 2. This act is effective when it becomes law.

In the General Assembly read three times and ratified this the 10th day of
July, 2008.
s/ Beverly E. Perdue
President of the Senate
s/ Joe Hackney
Speaker of the House of Representatives
s/ Michael F. Easley
Governor
Approved 5:55 p.m. this 28th day of July, 2008
D) Retain municipal authority for annexation by supporting the NC League

of Municipalities position
The League continues to support careful change to the long-standing municipal

annexation laws in a way that provides for fair and equitable consideration of all
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citizens’ needs and concerns and allows cities and towns to grow in an orderly
manner.
The bills from the 2010 Session, HB 727/SB 472 – Annexation Changes, address
concerns of citizens regarding the annexation process. The bills are based on a
20-point proposal offered by N.C. municipal officials. The proposal was
presented in a report to the Joint Senate and House Study Commission on
Municipal Annexation. The bills make substantial changes to North Carolina’s
annexation statutes in several areas: process and communication with citizens;
extension of water and sewer services; annexation standards and requirements
for cities; and methods to address the needs of low wealth areas that need
municipal services, and a simplified process for addressing the issue of
“doughnut holes,” where the area doesn’t currently qualify but the city completely
surrounds it. (NCLM website)
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TOWN OF GARNER
MEMORANDUM
To: Hardin Watkins
Town Manager
From: Lin Jones

Finance Director
Subject: Investment Report for January 31, 2011
General Fund investments have increased by $3,839,831 since December 31, 2010.
General Fund Investments increased $2,937,108 during the same period last year. Total
investments for all funds increased $3,840,676 in December.
Interest rates at the North Carolina Capital Management Trust were .12% for January
which represents a .02% decrease from December. Interest rates for the past two years are
indicated in the following chart:
Total investments compared to the prior year are illustrated in the following chart:
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TOWN OF GARNER, NORTH CAROLINA
INVESTED FUNDS AS OF JANUARY 31, 2011
Beginning Ending
Balance Change Reason Balance
10 General Fund 15,413,298.09 3,839,830.87 1,860.88 Interest 19,253,128.96

3,497,664.00 (To) From Operations
340,305.99 Sales and Use Tax
20 Street & Sidewalk Improvements 5,702.02 0.57 0.57 Interest 5,702.59
20 Park Development Reserve 903,776.51 89.64 89.64 Interest 903,866.15
20 Regional Retention Reserve 684,105.26 67.86 67.86 Interest 684,173.12
20 Stormwater Infrastructure Res 378,669.48 37.56 37.56 Interest 378,707.04
20 Lake Benson Park 150,287.24 14.91 14.91 Interest 150,302.15
20 Park Equipment 37,911.14 3.76 3.76 Interest 37,914.90
20 Community Center 56,288.56 5.58 5.58 Interest 56,294.14
20 Water & Sewer Improvements 356,517.77 35.36 35.36 Interest 356,553.13
20 Water & Sewer Capacity 342,915.73 34.01 34.01 Interest 342,949.74
20 Greenways 80,115.03 7.95 7.95 Interest 80,122.98
20 Future Capital Projects 2,510,040.46 248.97 248.97 Interest 2,510,289.43
50 White Deer Park 164,352.92 16.31 16.31 Interest 164,369.23
54 Timber Drive 2,500,582.83 248.03 248.03 Interest 2,500,830.86
55 Vandora/Buffalo Roundabout 350,081.59 34.72 34.72 Interest 350,116.31
Totals 23,934,644.63 3,840,676.10 27,775,320.73
Invested funds:
North Carolina Capital Management Trust 24,760,004.33
North Carolina Capital Management Trust - unexpended bond proceeds 3,015,316.40
-------------------------
Total 27,775,320.73
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TOWN OF GARNER
MEMORANDUM
To: Hardin Watkins
Town Manager
From: Lin Jones

Finance Director
Subject: Financial Report as of January 31, 2011
Attached is the Statement of Revenues and Expenditures for the period July1, 2010 through
January 31, 2011.
The report indicates several departments where year to date expenditures exceeded 58% of
their annual budget. I have included an analysis, by division, of expenses that explain the
overages. The items identified as of December 31 continue to cause expenditures to exceed the
expected amounts. The items include:
1. Major one time expenditures. These include equipment, insurance premiums and
contracts
2. Additional salaries including benefit payout in the inspection department for employees
included in the Reduction in Force policy
If you have questions please let me know.
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Town of Garner
Statement of Revenues and Expenditures
For the Period July 1, 2010 Through January 31, 2011
FOR INTERNAL USE ONLY

Over
(Under) Percentage Actual
Budget Actual Budget of Budget Prior Year
REVENUES
Ad valorem taxes 14,287,500 13,728,699 (558,801) 96.1% 13,900,626
Other taxes and licenses 3,884,000 1,469,080 (2,414,920) 37.8% 1,435,216
Intergovernmental revenues 2,689,560 1,569,269 (1,120,291) 58.3% 1,532,160
Permits and fees 838,500 527,453 (311,047) 62.9% 665,866
Sales and services 328,200 214,849 (113,351) 65.5% 197,408
Investment earnings 27,000 13,360 (13,640) 49.5% 19,916
Other revenues 205,121 195,702 (9,419) 95.4% 166,436
Sale of capital assets 342,500 345,000 2,500 100.7% 29,004
Proceeds from issuance of debt 380,892 324,891 (56,001) 85.3% 0
Transfers in 257,000 0 (257,000) 0.0% 0
Appropriated fund balance 699,084 0 (699,084) 0.0% 0
Total Revenues 23,939,357 18,388,303 (5,551,054) 76.8% 17,946,632
EXPENDITURES
Governing body 892,150 542,709 (349,441) 60.8% 212,708
Administration 1,441,159 920,187 (520,972) 63.9% 966,279
Finance 815,624 517,691 (297,933) 63.5% 480,475
Economic development 385,731 201,037 (184,694) 52.1% 198,073
Economic incentives 158,500 43,032 (115,468) 27.1% 0
Planning 734,375 364,453 (369,922) 49.6% 438,812
Inspections 746,027 456,216 (289,811) 61.2% 458,490
Engineering 628,637 405,808 (222,829) 64.6% 280,764
Information Technology 1,012,689 445,061 (567,628) 43.9% 389,967
Police 6,696,503 3,941,695 (2,754,808) 58.9% 3,791,513
Fire services 1,395,000 869,607 (525,393) 62.3% 1,347,939
Rescue services 135,285 67,643 67,642 50.0% 202,714
Public works 5,617,913 3,028,266 (2,589,647) 53.9% 3,370,280
Parks and recreation 1,717,236 890,341 (826,895) 51.8% 886,945
Debt service 1,216,488 819,893 (396,595) 67.4% 453,934
Transfers out 0 0 0 0.0% 0
Contingency 346,040 0 (346,040) 0.0% 0
Total expenditures 23,939,357 13,513,639 (10,290,434) 56.4% 13,478,893
Revenues over Expenditures 0 4,874,664 4,739,380 4,467,739
Highlighted Differences
Governing Body expenditures include annual dues to Triangle J and NC League of Municipalities of $25,587, one time
payments to subsidized programs of $61,925 and purchase of Rescue Squad heavy rescue truck of $324,891
Administration expenditures include one time payment for workers compensation of $231,793 and other insurance of
$192,919
Finance expenditures include one time payments for contract services of $119,417
Planning expenditures include expenses related to Garner Road Overlay of $81,947.
Inspections expenditures include payments for employees included in the Reduction in Force policy of $59,233
Engineering expenses include payments for the Highway 50 sewer line of $84,825 and purchase of school zone flashing
signs of $27,070.
Fire service expenditures represent change in funding method from prior year and expenses related to transfer of rescue
personnel
Debt Service expenditures reflects payment of rescue vehicle loan
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Town of Garner
Analysis of Budget to Actual Expenditures
July 1, 2010 through January 31, 2011
Items Identified Budget After Items Identified Expenditures Percentage

Budget In Budget Identified Items Expended to Date In Expenditures After Identified Items Expended
Town Council 1,148,245 490,759

Purchase of Rescue Truck (324,891) (324,891)
Subsidized Programs (61,925) (61,925)
NC League Dues (15,914) (15,914)
Triangle J Dues (9,673) (9,673)
Land Acquisition - Garner Road (206,000)
Contingency (346,040)
802,205 (618,403) 183,802 490,759 (412,403) 78,356 42.63%
Attorney 89,945 89,945 51,950 51,950 57.76%
Total Town Council 892,150 (618,403) 273,747 542,709 (412,403) 130,306 47.60%
Town Manager 557,757 412,276

Insurance & Bonds (181,750) (181,750)
Reallocate Temporary Salary 6,620
557,757 (175,130) 382,627 412,276 (181,750) 230,526 60.25%
Town Clerk 173,298 84,986

Reallocate Temporary Salary (6,620)
173,298 (6,620) 166,678 84,986 - 84,986 50.99%
Personnel 701,629 418,129

Workers Compensation Insurance (251,000) (231,793)
Health Reimbursement (100,800)
701,629 (351,800) 349,829 418,129 (231,793) 186,336 53.26%
Safety 8,475 8,475 4,796 4,796 56.59%
Total Town Manager 1,441,159 (526,930) 914,229 920,187 (413,543) 506,644 55.42%
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Town of Garner

Finance Administration 564,460 369,006
Equipment (2,520) (2,520)
Professional Services
Software Maintenance Agreement (36,958) (36,958)
Debt Capacity Study (25,000) (25,000)
Audit Services (30,000) (30,000)
Contract Service Tax Collection (31,000) (27,459)
564,460 (125,478) 438,982 369,006 (121,937) 247,069 56.28%
Purchasing 251,164 251,164 148,685 148,685 59.20%
Total Finance 815,624 (125,478) 690,146 517,691 (121,937) 395,754 57.34%
Total Economic Development 385,731 385,731 201,037 201,037 52.12%
Planning Administration 371,851 371,851 130,961 130,961

Professional Services (89,152) (9,682)
Contract Services (51,063) (3,000)
371,851 (140,215) 231,636 130,961 (12,682) 130,961 56.54%
Land Use Permits 179,726 179,726 102,154 102,154 56.84%
Community Planning 182,798 131,338

Garner Road Overlay (90,000) (81,947)
182,798 (90,000) 92,798 131,338 (81,947) 49,391 53.22%
Total Planning 734,375 (230,215) 504,160 364,453 (94,629) 282,506 56.03%
Inspections 746,027 456,216

Salary - Employee #1 (24,482) (24,482)
Salary - Employee #2 (27,440) (27,440)
Benefits - Employee #1 (3,447) (3,447)
Benefits - Employee #2 (3,864) (3,864)
Total Inspections 746,027 (59,233) 686,794 456,216 (59,233) 396,983 57.80%
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Town of Garner

Engineering 628,637 405,808
Hwy 50 Sewer Line (87,000) (84,825)
Equipment (28,000) (27,070)
Total Engineering 628,637 (115,000) 513,637 405,808 (111,895) 293,913 57.22%
Information Technology 1,012,689 445,061
Equipment (153,500) (55,146)
Total Information Technology 1,012,689 (153,500) 859,189 445,061 (55,146) 389,915 45.38%
Police Administration 1,631,931 973,688

Outside Employment Self supporting (148,000) (89,574)
Police Attorney - Reflect 5 months payment (5,000)
1,631,931 (148,000) 1,483,931 973,688 (94,574) 879,114 59.24%
School Crossing Guards 38,426 38,426 15,351 15,351 39.95%
Investigations 863,135 527,967
863,135 - 863,135 527,967 - 527,967 61.17%
Operations 4,163,011 2,424,689

Raleigh Dispatch fees paid 9 months (47,810)
Software Maintenance Fee (13,475) (13,475)
Equipment (82,312) (75,590)
4,163,011 (95,787) 4,067,224 2,424,689 (136,875) 2,287,814 56.25%
Total Police 6,696,503 (243,787) 6,452,716 3,941,695 (231,449) 3,710,246 57.50%
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Town of Garner

Public Works Admin 392,855 228,974

Travel - all conferences attended (2,355) (2,360)
392,855 (2,355) 390,500 228,974 (2,360) 226,614 58.03%
Street Maintenance 1,097,070 525,458

Sidewalk Construction 105,000
1,097,070 105,000 1,202,070 525,458 - 525,458 43.71%
Powell Bill 538,869 343,052
538,869 - 538,869 343,052 - 343,052 63.66%
Snow Removal 3,925 3,925 2,611 2,611 66.52%
Public Grounds 961,492 519,412

Equipment (26,000) (19,553)
961,492 (26,000) 935,492 519,412 (19,553) 499,859 53.43%
Solid Waste 1,651,065 1,651,065 832,163 832,163 50.40%
Public Facility 650,495 372,416

HVAC Renovation (40,000)
Roof Repairs (20,085) (20,085)
650,495 (60,085) 590,410 372,416 (20,085) 352,331 59.68%
Fleet Maintenance 322,142 204,180
322,142 - 322,142 204,180 - 204,180 63.38%
Total Public Works 5,617,913 16,560 5,634,473 3,028,266 (41,998) 2,986,268 53.00%
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Town of Garner

Parks & Recreation Administration 208,470 110,860

NGMS Landscaping (10,628)
208,470 (10,628) 197,842 110,860 - 110,860 56.03%
Celebration & Events 411,434 190,187

Equipment not purchased (10,800)
411,434 (10,800) 400,634 190,187 - 190,187 47.47%
Marketing 81,673 (21,600) 60,073 39,725 39,725 66.13%
Sports and Fitness 669,107 379,198
669,107 - 669,107 379,198 - 379,198 56.67%
Outdoor Adventure 181,872 81,702
181,872 - 181,872 81,702 - 81,702 44.92%
Program Partners 164,680 - 164,680 88,669 88,669 53.84%
Total Parks and Recreation 1,717,236 (43,028) 1,674,208 890,341 - 890,341 53.18%
Economic Incentives 158,500 158,500 43,032 43,032 27.15%
Fire Services 1,395,000 1,395,000 869,607 869,607 62.34%
Rescue Services 135,285 135,285 67,643 67,643 50.00%
Debt Service 1,216,488 1,216,488 819,893 819,893 67.40%
Contingency 346,040 346,040 - - 0.00%
Total All Departments 23,939,357 (2,099,014) 21,840,343 13,513,639 (1,542,233) 11,984,088 54.87%
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MEMORANDUM
TO: Hardin Watkins

Town Manager
FROM: Brad Bass, AICP

Director of Planning
DATE: February 16, 2011
SUBJECT: Update on Proposed NCDOT Traffic Management Plan

Construction of Vandora Springs/Buffaloe Road Roundabout
Background
In May 2010 the Town Council authorized an Agreement between the North Carolina
Department of Transportation (NCDOT) and the Town regarding a cost share proposal
to construct a roundabout at the intersection of Vandora Springs Road and Buffaloe
Road. Under the Agreement the Town is responsible for two-thirds of the project cost
which is currently estimated to be $300,000 (excludes 20% contingency). NCDOT’s
share is $150,000 (total project cost estimate is $450,000). A sidewalk is included in
the project cost estimate. NCDOT is responsible for all phases of the project
(planning, design, right-of-way, construction and contract administration). The
target date for completion of the project is October 31, 2011. The Town of Garner
and NCDOT hosted a Public Open House in August 2010 to review the project with
area residents.
Summary of NCDOT Traffic Management Plan
Staff members from the Planning Department and Engineering Department met with
NCDOT staff in late January 2011 to discuss and review NCDOT’s assessment regarding
a Traffic Management Plan for the construction of the roundabout at the intersection
of Vandora Springs Road and Buffaloe Road.
NCDOT staff recommends an off-site detour be used during the construction of the
roundabout at the intersection of Vandora Springs Road and Buffaloe Road based on
the following criteria they identified:
• Construction Cost
The savings is approximately 50% of the estimated cost of constructing the
roundabout under traffic. This savings is realized through increased daily
productivity (longer work hours), reduced asphalt quantities (due to wedging
and temporary asphalt associated with maintenance of traffic on-site),
reduction or elimination of profile milling prior to placement of final surface,
and reduction or elimination of flagging work.
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• Construction Duration
The estimated total construction time will be reduced by 50-70% (60-90 days
with detour vs. 210-270 days under traffic).
• Construction Quality
The off-site detour will allow the contractors to have continuous access to the
entire construction area for the majority of the contract duration. This will
result in efficiencies in equipment staging, contractor coordination, and daily
production in general. These efficiencies will likely translate into a better
quality roadway once construction is completed.
Both the Planning Department and Engineering Department staff believe the NCDOT
Traffic Management Plan with an off-site detour route is reasonable for the above
stated reasons. While there will be some public unhappiness with a detour route
during the construction period, it seems this approach will have less impact than a
longer protracted period of inconvenience where the construction site is open to daily
traffic with delays encountered by motorists. With the detour route approach,
NCDOT staff advises they would schedule most of the construction work during the
summer months when traditional schools are not in session.
Detour Route Identified by NCDOT
The detour route identified by NCDOT is Woodland Road (Old Stage to Timber Dr).
NCDOT staff advises there would be a temporary traffic signal setup for traffic control
at the intersection of Old Stage and Woodland Road. All approaches would have
appropriate directional signage for the public to follow. A more detailed Traffic
Management Plan will be developed by NCDOT.
Planned Communications
The NCDOT Communications Office has advised they will work with the Town of
Garner to effectively present the Traffic Management Plan to the surrounding
community and to the Wake County School System prior to project construction in the
summer of 2011. Staff has also requested NCDOT to coordinate with all emergency
service providers (Police, Fire, EMS etc) as well. A general information meeting
(similar to the one in August 2010) could be held to advise the public about the
proposed Traffic Management Plan. Also, other outreach efforts could be coordinated
by our Public Information Office.
Staff advised NCDOT we would brief the Town Council on their proposed Traffic
Management Plan for questions and comments. Unless otherwise directed, staff will
advise NCDOT to proceed with their proposed traffic plan for detailed development
and request them to coordinate a public meeting.
Please advise if you have questions.
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February 22, 2011

A CALL MEETING TO ORDER – Mayor Williams

B PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE – Mayor Pro Tem Behringer

C INVOCATION – Dr. Ryan Jackson, The Capital Church

F PETITIONS AND COMMENTS

This portion of the meeting is to receive comments from the public on

All items on the Consent Agenda are considered routine, to be enacted

1. Minutes from January 3 and January 18, 2011

Action: Consider Adoption of Minutes

2. Easement Acquisition from Garner United Methodist Church for

The Town has negotiated the purchase of an easement from Garner

Action: Authorize Easement Acquisition

This agreement allows the Board of Elections to conduct all

Action: Authorize Execution of Contract

4. Ordinance Amending Operating Budget for 2010 – 2011

This Ordinance amendment provides funding to obtain updated cost

Action: Adopt Ordinance No. 3610 (2011)

5. Wake County Tax Report, December 2010

The Wake County Board of Commissioners has approved non-cash rebates in

Action: Approval of Tax Releases

6. Authorize Execution of Service Agreement with Parks and

Following budget adoption, agreements were prepared and forwarded to

Action: Authorize Execution of Contract

1. Preliminary Public Hearing on the FY 2011–2012 Budget

This preliminary budget hearing is to receive input from

Action: Receive Public Input; No Action Required

Drew Cooke, Principal, Garner Magnet High School is

Action: Consideration of Request

2. Request to Waive Parking Requirements for Reading Festival Event

Margaret Bingham, Media and Technology Chair of the Garner

Action: Consideration of Request

3. Update from the Garner Economic Development Corporation (GEDC)

Action: Consider Adoption of Resolution No. 2083(2011);

4. Resolution Supporting Woodland North Enforcement Initiative

This Resolution recognizes support of the Town Council for a new

Action: Adoption of Resolution No. 2084 (2011)

5. Protect Our Nation's Youth (PONY) National Tournament

Action: Authorize Staff to Participate in the PONY Tournament

CALL MEETING TO ORDER

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE – Council Member Marshburn

INVOCATION – Dr. David Forbes, Christian Faith Church

ADOPTION OF AGENDA – As presented

STATE OF THE TOWN ADDRESS – MAYOR WILLIAMS

2010 STATE OF THE TOWN ADDRESS

This evening I am carrying on a tradition as I deliver this State of the Town

To those familiar with sailing, and sailboats, I am reminded of a saying in

In spite of this economy, we have still had a good year in terms of

Kathy Behringer – Women’s Club, GRA

We will continue to advocate for Garner being included in any regional

End of Mayor’s Speech

PETITIONS AND COMMENTS - NONE

Action: Approved of Minutes

Ordinance Amending the 2010 – 2011 Town Operating Budget

This ordinance amendment provides funding for employee Christmas bonuses

Action: Adopt Ordinance No. (2011) 3606

Ordinance Amending the 2010 – 2011 Town Operating Budget

Action: Adopt Ordinance No. (2011) 3607

Public Hearing on Conditional Use Rezoning (CUD-Z-10-02) & Conditional Use

The rezoning site is an out-parcel in Timber Crossings Shopping Center.

Hearing no further comments, Mayor Williams closed the hearing.

Action: Find Application Complete; Approved Permit CUP-SP-10-04 subject