Spartanburg County Council met on Monday, June 17, 2002, in the County Council Chambers, 366 N. Church Street, Spartanburg, SC, at 5:30 p.m. The following attended: Honorable Karen Floyd, Chairman; Honorables Jeff Horton, David Britt, Frank Nutt, Ken Huckaby, Johnnye Code Stewart and Rock Adams, Council Members; along with James K. Hartmann, County Administrator; Bill Dennis, Deputy County Administrator; Chris Story, Assistant County Administrator, Glenn Breed, Assistant County Administrator; Roy McBee Smith, County Attorney; William McBee Smith, Assistant County Attorney; and Edwin Haskell, Assistant County Attorney.

In compliance with the Freedom of Information Act, notice of this meeting was provided in advance to the local news media and other interested parties.

II.

1. Motion made by Mr. Adams to adopt a Resolution recognizing Boiling Springs High School for its outstanding Law Education Program. Motion seconded by Mr. Horton and carried. Attorney Ken Anthony, President of S.C. Bar Association, presented plaque and $5,000 check to Ms. Patsy Meeks, Teacher, and Ms. Barbara Jean Calloway, School Board Member.
2. Motion made by Mr. Huckaby to adopt a Resolution expressing recognition and appreciation for the pride and honor bestowed upon Spartanburg County by the achievements of Landrum High School's Baseball Team, The Cardinals, for winning the Class 1A State Baseball Championship. Motion seconded by Mr. Britt and carried.
3. Motion made by Mr. Huckaby to adopt a Resolution expressing recognition and appreciation for the pride and honor bestowed upon Spartanburg County by the achievements of Landrum High School's Track Team for winning at the State Track Meet. Motion seconded by Mr. Horton and carried.

1. Chairman Floyd declared open a public hearing to consider the adoption of an annual operating budget for Spartanburg County for the Fiscal Year 2002-03. No one appeared and the hearing was closed.
2. Chairman Floyd declared open a public hearing to confirm the conveyance by Spartanburg County of properties described as the vacant lot at the corner of Daniel Morgan Avenue, St. John Street and North Spring Street containing 1.95 acres, more or less, and shown as Parcel 065.00 on Spartanburg County Block Map Sheet 7 12-10; and the vacant lot at the corner of Daniel Morgan Avenue and St. John Street containing 1.27 acres, more or less, and shown as Parcel 068.00 on Spartanburg County Block Map Sheet 7 12-10 to a buyer pursuant to a negotiable sale. No one appeared and the hearing was closed.
3. Chairman Floyd declared open a public hearing to consider a proposed issuance by the South Carolina Jobs-Economic Development Authority of not exceeding $15,100,000 aggregate principal amount of Economic Development Revenue Bonds (Carolina Piedmont Foundation, Inc. Project) Series 2002 (the "Bonds"). No one appeared and the hearing was closed.
4. Chairman Floyd declared open a public hearing to consider an Application for Permit for special Public Event Exclusion from Noise Ordinance for July 13, 2002, from 2:00 p.m. until 1:00 a.m. on July 14, 2002, at 274 Pioneer Place, Spartanburg, SC. No one appeared and the hearing was closed.

V.

Public Health and Human Services Committee (Honorable Johnnye Code Stewart, Chairman)

No items scheduled.

Personnel and Finance Committee (Honorable Ken Huckaby)

1. Motion made by Mr. Huckaby for the Health Insurance contributions by retirees to remain as it currently is with no contribution being made by retirees. Motion seconded by Mr. Britt and carried.
2. Motion made by Mr. Huckaby to adopt a Resolution in support of the issuance by the South Carolina Jobs-Economic Development Authority of its Economic Development Revenue Bonds (Carolina Piedmont Foundation, Inc. Project) Series 2002, pursuant to the provisions of Title 41, Chapter 43, of the Code of Laws of South Carolina 1976, as amended, in the aggregate principal amount of not exceeding $15,100,000. Motion seconded by Mr. Britt and carried.
3. Motion made by Mr. Huckaby to adopt the Police Retirement Program similar to the State Employees TERI System with the caveat that vacation is not paid in a lump sum at the time of retirement. When they return to work, they will pick up any accrued vacation. Motion seconded by Mr. Britt and carried. Mr. Nutt opposed.
4. Updated financial information was received as information only.

Recreation Committee – (Honorable Jeff Horton, Chairman)

1. Information received in regard to Cleveland Park Renovation. The lake should begin filling up in the next couple of weeks. Delays seem to be diminished now. The restrooms and the basketball goals should be complete this week.
2. Information received in regard to Va-du-Mar McMillan Park property. Permits have been sent to DHEC and are pending DHEC approval. Hopefully, next month final drawing will be presented of plans for Va-du-Mar.

Economic Recruitment and Development Committee – (Honorable David Britt, Chairman)

No items scheduled.

Public Safety and Judiciary Committee – (Honorable Rock Adams, Chairman)

1. Mr. Adams presented information in reference to furnishing a mediator to resolve Woodwinds residents' issues. Mr. Adams advised situation has been resolved without using a mediator. Our County Attorney will be drawing up a contract between the two parties. Motion made by Mr. Adams to accept the proposal by Edward Bailey, as well as the Woodwinds residents, with the caveat that there be a quorum of the Neighborhood Association. Motion seconded by Mr. Huckaby and carried.
2. Motion made by Mr. Adams to approve the Emergency Response Minimum Standards document and authorize the County Administrator to execute the agreements on behalf of the County. Motion seconded by Mr. Huckaby and carried.
3. Information received regarding activities of the Building Codes Department.

Land Use Committee (Honorable David Britt, Chairman)

1. Motion made by Mr. Britt to render second reading to an Ordinance to provide for additional Building Setback Lines to preserve corridors identified by the SPATS Transportation Program. Motion seconded by Mr. Horton and carried.

Public Works, Buildings and Grounds Committee (Honorable Frank Nutt, Chairman

1. Information received regarding activities of the Public Works Department.

VI.

1. Motion made by Mr. Britt to render third reading to an Ordinance authorizing the Board of Fire Control of the Roebuck Fire District to issue General Obligation Bonds in the principal amount of not exceeding $1,500,000 of the Roebuck Fire District; and other matters relating thereto. Motion seconded by Mr. Horton and carried.
2. Motion made by Mr. Britt to render third reading to an Ordinance authorizing the amendment of the Joint County Industrial and Business Park Agreement by and between Spartanburg County and Union County (Renaissance Park Project) to include certain additional property; authorizing the issuance of an Infrastructure Credit to Renaissance Park, Inc. (the "Company") pursuant to an Infrastructure Financing Agreement between the company and the county; authorizing the issuance of an Infrastructure Credit to the City of Spartanburg (the "City") pursuant to an Infrastructure Financing Agreement between the city and the county; and other matters relating to the foregoing. Motion seconded by Mr. Huckaby and carried.
3. Motion made by Mr. Huckaby to render third reading to FY-03 Budget Ordinance. Motion seconded by Mr. Britt. Mr. Horton asked Mr. Hartmann how a raise could be obtained for county employees. Mr. Hartmann stated this is a very important item, and we all share this concern. He suggested this item be considered as soon as we close out this fiscal year. In September, we should have a good indication of how well we have done this past year. We may be able to make a modification during the next fiscal year. Otherwise, we would need to take this action pursuant to taking from fund balance. Mr. Huckaby asked if this could be retroactive. Mr. Hartmann stated anything is an option at that time. Motion carried. Mr. Horton opposed. Motion made by Mr. Nutt, Mr. Britt and Chairman Floyd to reconsider their vote and vote against third reading of FY-02 Budget Ordinance. Motion made by Mr. Horton to reconsider his vote and vote in favor of the FY-02 Budget Ordinance. Third reading of FY-03 Budget Ordinance passed. Mr. Hartmann recommended redoing vote for the record. Motion made by Mr. Huckaby to render third reading to FY-03 Budget Ordinance. Motion seconded by Mr. Adams and carried. Chairman Floyd, Mr. Britt and Mr. Nutt opposed.

VII.

No items were scheduled.

VIII.

All resolutions, ordinances, agreements, petitions and related documents which were read and approved by Council at this meeting for the financing of certain industrial or similar revenue bonds or notes, are incorporated in these minutes by reference as if fully set forth herein. The reference is to all such documents showing execution by the county on the date of this meeting included in the office of the Clerk of Court for Spartanburg County.

IX.

No miscellaneous Council/Administrative matters.

X.

Motion made by Mr. Britt approve minutes of May 10, 2002 (special meeting), May 15, 2002 (special meeting), and May 20, 2002 (regular meeting). Motion seconded by Ms. Stewart and carried.

XI.

Meeting adjourned.

SPARTANBURG COUNTY COUNCIL

By:______________________________

Karen Floyd, Chairman

Attest:

__________________________

Deborah C. Ziegler

Clerk to Council