MINUTES WENTWORTH TOWN COUNCILWENTWORTH TOWN … · 11/5/2015 · speak under Public Hearing A, and to add T Butler to our Public Comments”. Mayor Pro Tem Conner seconded the motion

Wentworth Town Council Meeting Minutes – November 5, 2015 Page 1 of 29

Council Members Present:Council Members Present:Council Members Present:Council Members Present: Mayor Dennis Paschal Jr., Mayor Dennis Paschal Jr., Mayor Dennis Paschal Jr., Mayor Dennis Paschal Jr., Mayor Pro Tem Evelyn Conner,Mayor Pro Tem Evelyn Conner,Mayor Pro Tem Evelyn Conner,Mayor Pro Tem Evelyn Conner, Cheryl MoCheryl MoCheryl MoCheryl Moore, ore, ore, ore, and and and and Dennis PaschalDennis PaschalDennis PaschalDennis Paschal IIIIIIIIIIII Council Members Absent:Council Members Absent:Council Members Absent:Council Members Absent: Iris PowellIris PowellIris PowellIris Powell A quorum was present.A quorum was present.A quorum was present.A quorum was present. Staff Present:Staff Present:Staff Present:Staff Present: George Murphy, Town AdministratorGeorge Murphy, Town AdministratorGeorge Murphy, Town AdministratorGeorge Murphy, Town Administrator Others Present: Others Present: Others Present: Others Present: Patrick Kane, Attorney Patrick Kane, Attorney Patrick Kane, Attorney Patrick Kane, Attorney –––– Smith Moore LeatherwoodSmith Moore LeatherwoodSmith Moore LeatherwoodSmith Moore Leatherwood Stacy Tolbert, Planner Stacy Tolbert, Planner Stacy Tolbert, Planner Stacy Tolbert, Planner –––– Rockingham County Planning Dept. Rockingham County Planning Dept. Rockingham County Planning Dept. Rockingham County Planning Dept. Tonya Caddle, DirectorTonya Caddle, DirectorTonya Caddle, DirectorTonya Caddle, Director –––– Rockingham County Planning Dept.Rockingham County Planning Dept.Rockingham County Planning Dept.Rockingham County Planning Dept. Mike McKinneyMike McKinneyMike McKinneyMike McKinney –––– McKinney & Sons Builders, Inc.McKinney & Sons Builders, Inc.McKinney & Sons Builders, Inc.McKinney & Sons Builders, Inc. T ButlerT ButlerT ButlerT Butler, Treasurer , Treasurer , Treasurer , Treasurer –––– Friends of the Chinqua Penn TrailFriends of the Chinqua Penn TrailFriends of the Chinqua Penn TrailFriends of the Chinqua Penn Trail

Article I.Article I.Article I.Article I. CALL TO ORDER CALL TO ORDER CALL TO ORDER CALL TO ORDER

Mayor Mayor Mayor Mayor Dennis Paschal Jr.Dennis Paschal Jr.Dennis Paschal Jr.Dennis Paschal Jr. called the meeting to order.

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Councilmember Dennis PaschalCouncilmember Dennis PaschalCouncilmember Dennis PaschalCouncilmember Dennis Paschal,,,, IIIIIIIIIIII gave the invocation.

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A. Requests and Petitions of Citizens

No requests and/or petitions were made.

B. Approve/ Amend Agenda

Mayor Mayor Mayor Mayor PaschalPaschalPaschalPaschal made a MOTIONMOTIONMOTIONMOTION, “To amend the agenda to have Mike McKinney speak under Public Hearing A, and to add T Butler to our Public Comments”.

Mayor Pro Tem Conner Mayor Pro Tem Conner Mayor Pro Tem Conner Mayor Pro Tem Conner seconded the motion. All voted in favor and the motion carried.

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A. Town Council Meeting – October 6, 2015

Mayor Pro Tem Conner Mayor Pro Tem Conner Mayor Pro Tem Conner Mayor Pro Tem Conner noted a typo on page 3. She said the title should read Town Hall Repairs. ‘Repairs’ was misspelled. She made a MOTIONMOTIONMOTIONMOTION, “To amend the minutes of October 6, 2015 for page 3 to read Town Hall Repairs”.

Mayor Mayor Mayor Mayor PaschalPaschalPaschalPaschal seconded the motion. All voted in favor and the motion carried. Mayor PaschalMayor PaschalMayor PaschalMayor Paschal made a MOTIONMOTIONMOTIONMOTION, “To approve the minutes as amended”. Councilmember Paschal IIICouncilmember Paschal IIICouncilmember Paschal IIICouncilmember Paschal III seconded the motion. All voted in favor and the motion

carried.

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A. Case #W2015-002: A request for Rezoning from Residential Agricultural to Residential Protected – Conditional District for a Minor Subdivision. Applicant: Mike McKinney on behalf of McKinney & Sons Builders Identification: Property is identified as Tax PIN 7996-01-17-6516 (Stacy Tolbert, Planner – Rockingham County Planning Dept)

Mayor Paschal Mayor Paschal Mayor Paschal Mayor Paschal called the public hearing to order. Town Attorney, Pat KaneTown Attorney, Pat KaneTown Attorney, Pat KaneTown Attorney, Pat Kane administered the Oath to Stacy Tolbert and Mike McKinney. Ms. TolbertMs. TolbertMs. TolbertMs. Tolbert read the following information from the Town of Wentworth Criteria for Board Consideration for Case #W2015-002: “The intended use of this area is residential and this property is located in the Residential Land Use Category according to the Town of Wentworth Future Land Use Map. This category describes primarily low to medium density residential uses, single family homes in neighborhoods, and uses which support or complement residences. This could also accommodate limited neighborhood services, parks, schools, and neighborhood scale commercial uses. This request conforms with the Town of Wentworth Future Land Use Plan.” “After reviewing the application, Staff concludes that sufficient information has been provided for the application to be processed for consideration by the Planning Board and Town Council. Staff notes the property lies within the Dan River – Eden Watershed Overlay district. The applicant is requesting to subdivide the property into three lots to be accessed by a private road. Based on Staff’s analysis, Staff recommends approval of Case #W2015-002, a request for a Rezoning from Residential Agricultural to Residential Protected – Conditional District with the following conditions:

1. All development shall proceed in accordance with the site plan, including applicant submitted materials, and any changes may require a Site Plan Amendment.

2. All required permits shall be applied for, obtained, and complied with by the applicant. 3. The applicant must apply for and receive an erosion control plan permit from NCDENR

BEFORE any grading or construction over 1 acre begins.


4. The applicant shall use Best Management Practices for grading and erosion control for all graded areas as shown in either the USDA-Natural Resources Conservation Service Field Office Technical Guide or the NC Erosion and Sediment Control Planning and Design Manual.”

Ms. TolbertMs. TolbertMs. TolbertMs. Tolbert noted that stick built and modular housing is allowed in the Residential

Protected – Conditional District; however, manufactured housing is not allowed.

Councilmember PaschalCouncilmember PaschalCouncilmember PaschalCouncilmember Paschal asked how many homes are planned for the proposed site. Ms. Ms. Ms. Ms. TolbertTolbertTolbertTolbert answered, “Three. With the Property being in a watershed, and also being served by a private road, three is the maximum number that can be served off of that private road as well as the acreage requirements for the lots being in the watershed.”

Councilmember Paschal Councilmember Paschal Councilmember Paschal Councilmember Paschal asked what type of utilities would be provided to the lots. Mike Mike Mike Mike

McKinneyMcKinneyMcKinneyMcKinney said he has talked to Dan River Water, Inc. and plans to run a water line to the three lots. Ms. TolbertMs. TolbertMs. TolbertMs. Tolbert said the lots would each have a septic system for sewage.

Councilmember Paschal Councilmember Paschal Councilmember Paschal Councilmember Paschal asked if Mr. McKinney is planning for stick built or modular

homes. Mr. McKinneyMr. McKinneyMr. McKinneyMr. McKinney answered, “All three will be stick built”. Mr. McKinneyMr. McKinneyMr. McKinneyMr. McKinney showed a preliminary plat of the subdivision to Council. CouncilmembeCouncilmembeCouncilmembeCouncilmember r r r

PaschalPaschalPaschalPaschal noted there is already a road leading to the three lots. He asked if the road would be paved. Mr. McKinneyMr. McKinneyMr. McKinneyMr. McKinney said it would be a gravel road.

There were no further questions from Council. Mayor PaschalMayor PaschalMayor PaschalMayor Paschal made a MOTIONMOTIONMOTIONMOTION, “The Wentworth Town Council approve the Residential

Protected zoning amendment and adopts the following statements as required by NCGS 160A-382(b) and 160A-383:

1. The Council’s action in adopting this zoning amendment is consistent with the adopted comprehensive plan because:

A. The comprehensive plan shows the area is appropriate for residential uses; B. The Wentworth Planning Board adopted this statement: “The Board has determined that the zoning amendment is consistent with the Wentworth Land Use Plan because the intended use of this area is residential and this property is located in the Residential Land Use Category according to the Town of Wentworth Future Land Use Map. This category describes primarily low to medium density residential uses, single family homes in neighborhoods, and uses which support or complement residences. This could also accommodate limited neighborhood services, parks, schools, and neighborhood scale commercial uses. This request conforms with the Town of Wentworth Future Land Use Plan.” C. The tract for rezoning is approximately 6.8 acres to be subdivided into 3 lots which is allowed in the Residential Protected zoning district; D. The proposed rezoning is consistent with all other relevant maps or plans officially adopted by the Council, including the Town of Wentworth Land Use Plan and small area plans; and,


2. The Council (in addressing spot zoning concerns) considers its action in adopting the proposed conditional use zoning amendment to be reasonable because: A. The proposed zoning district allows appropriate uses for the land, considering its effect upon the entire community as a social, economic and political unit because this zoning district would allow land uses complimentary to the land uses of those existing in that area and would not put any undue hardships on the neighbors; B. The size of the parcels is appropriate for the requested zoning district; C. The effects of the rezoning within the larger community context are positive because it would allow uses that are compatible with the adjoining properties and their allowed uses; D. On balance the following factors: (1) the size of the tract in question, (2) the compatibility of the zoning action with the comprehensive plan, (3) the benefits and detriments resulting from the zoning action for the owner of the newly permitted property, the neighbors, and the surrounding community, and (4) the relationship between the envisioned permitted use and the uses currently present in adjacent tracts weigh in favor of approving the proposed zoning amendment; and,

3. The Council considers its action in adopting this zoning amendment to be in the public interest because: A. The request would allow the same uses that are present in adjacent tracts which are zoned Residential Protected and Residential Agricultural; B. Any future use of the property would have to meet or exceed all requirements and goals of the existing Planning and Zoning Ordinances and the comprehensive plan.”

Mayor Pro Tem ConnerMayor Pro Tem ConnerMayor Pro Tem ConnerMayor Pro Tem Conner seconded the motion. All voted in favor and the motion carried.

(Note: The Staff Report and Site Map for Case #W2015-002 is herein incorporated and made a part of these minutes.)





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B. Amendment to the Town of Wentworth Planning and Zoning Ordinances: Chapter 3, Article VII, Section 3: Eliminate Subdivision Plat Approval rule requiring lots to be evaluated for suitability of On-Site Wastewater Availability for Minor Subdivisions only.

Mayor PaschalMayor PaschalMayor PaschalMayor Paschal invited Stacy Tolbert to address Council regarding the proposed text amendments to the Wentworth Planning and Zoning Ordinances. Ms. TolbertMs. TolbertMs. TolbertMs. Tolbert stated, “I come before you tonight to request a text amendment to the Wentworth Planning and Zoning Ordinances. The text amendment is to no longer require the evaluation of land in order to subdivide. Many of you may know it by the term of ‘getting land perked’. Often, property owners wish to gift land to family members and have no future plans for the property or have no plans to build on the property. In those cases, we wish to save the property owner money to allow them to subdivide without the evaluation process. Whenever a property owner wishes to build, an improvement permit where the soil is evaluated for a septic system is required…If they have no plans to build, then we wish to not make them go through that process anymore.” She continued, “In the instance where the lot is not evaluated, staff is proposing a certificate to be placed on the plat in which the owner has to sign stating they agree to the subdivision and that they are aware that the lot has not been evaluated for on-site wastewater. They will also protect a future buyer of the property by letting them know that the lot was not perked because they will see that statement on the recorded plat at the Register of Deeds. Staff still recommends that properties be perked if the owner has plans to build within five years because of how long a permit is valid for. So, if they come into our office and they’re thinking of subdividing a lot that they are going to build on within five years, we do recommend for them to go ahead and go through the process of having that lot evaluated, or have it perked. It is, however, just a recommendation. I t would be with the property owner’s discretion whether they decided to do it at that time. The purpose of the text amendment is simply to give another option to those property owners who have no future plans for their property while also saving them money.”

(Note: The text amendment and aforementioned certificate are herein incorporated and made a part of these minutes.)




Councilmember Paschal IIICouncilmember Paschal IIICouncilmember Paschal IIICouncilmember Paschal III made a MOTIONMOTIONMOTIONMOTION, “The Town Council approves the ordinance text amendments before it and adopts the following statements as required by NCGS § 160A-382(b) and § 160A-383:

1.1.1.1. The Council’s action in adopting these text amendments is consistent with the adopted

comprehensive plan because: AAAA. The Board has determined that the zoning amendments are consistent with the

Wentworth Land Use Plan and other comprehensive plans because the Land Use Plan recommended that a detailed review of existing ordinances be completed and corresponding changes be made in the ordinance that are consistent with the Plan.

BBBB. The Land Use Plan recommends that existing policies be revised and new policies be considered. The proposed amendment follows this recommendation.

CCCC. The Land Use Plan recommends that existing ordinances be revised and new ordinances be considered. The proposed amendment allows this recommendation.


2222. The Council considers its action in adopting the proposed text amendments to be reasonable and in the public interest because:

AAAA. The State of North Carolina regulates water supply and sewage disposal systems. When state regulations change, the environmental health requirements in the subdivision regulations should be changed to reflect current regulations.

BBBB. It is reasonable and in the public interest to amend the UDO to provide current permitting requirements that makes the UDO easier for the public to use and understand.”

Mayor Paschal Mayor Paschal Mayor Paschal Mayor Paschal seconded the motion. All voted in favor and the motion carried.

Councilmember Paschal IIICouncilmember Paschal IIICouncilmember Paschal IIICouncilmember Paschal III made a MOTION, “That we adopt the Resolution for the Subdivision Plat Approval”.

Mayor PaschalMayor PaschalMayor PaschalMayor Paschal seconded the motion. All voted in favor and the motion carried.

(Note: The Resolution is herein incorporated and made a part of these minutes.)


Article VI.Article VI.Article VI.Article VI. OLD BUSINESSOLD BUSINESSOLD BUSINESSOLD BUSINESS A. Updates from Town Administrator

1. Zip Code Realignment Mr. MurphyMr. MurphyMr. MurphyMr. Murphy reviewed his notes regarding the zip code realignment. The Town’s original request was denied. Council advised Mr. Murphy to submit an appeal. (Note: The Town Administrator’s Notes that Mr. Murphy read from are herein incorporated and made a part of these minutes.)






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2. Sidewalk Proposals to NCDOT

Mr. MurphyMr. MurphyMr. MurphyMr. Murphy reviewed his notes regarding the possibility of constructing sidewalks alongside sections NC 87/65 and County Home Rd. He proposed this may be possible through grant applications and/or by establishing a capital reserve fund for transportation.

Mayor Paschal Mayor Paschal Mayor Paschal Mayor Paschal raised a concern about the cost of maintaining sidewalks for years to come.

Councilmember Paschal III Councilmember Paschal III Councilmember Paschal III Councilmember Paschal III asked if there may be grants available for maintenance of sidewalks.

Mr. Murphy Mr. Murphy Mr. Murphy Mr. Murphy replied, “I don’t know the answer to that, but I would suspect there is.”

Council agreed to permit Mr. Murphy to continue exploring the costs the Town would incur for the sidewalk project(s) he proposed.

(Note: Mr. Murphy’s notes regarding the construction of sidewalks along sections of NC 87/65 and County Home Rd. are herein incorporated and made a part of these minutes.)



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A. Town of Wentworth Recreation Committee Goals (Jim Scott, Chairman)

Mayor PaschalMayor PaschalMayor PaschalMayor Paschal invited Jim Scott, Chairman of the Wentworth Recreation Committee, to address Council.

(Note: A memo from Chairman Jim Scott regarding a request for guidance and direction from Council is herein incorporated and made a part of these minutes.)



Mr. ScottMr. ScottMr. ScottMr. Scott and CouncilCouncilCouncilCouncil discussed several ideas for recreation opportunities in Wentworth. The following is a list of what they discussed:

• Leasing or partnering with Rockingham County to use the gymnasium and ballfield at the old Wentworth Elementary school on NC 65

• Use the gym at the old Wentworth school for a community basketball program

• Use the field at the old Wentworth school for baseball/softball/football

• Partnering with Rockingham County High School to use the pool at RCHS, or create programs that would involve use of the pool

• Programs for senior citizens at the Town Hall

• A walking trail, picnic area, and playground on the Town owned property near the Town Hall

• Golf clinic for kids The Wentworth Recreation Committee will explore these ideas and report back to Council.


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(George Murphy, Town Administrator)

Mr. Murphy Mr. Murphy Mr. Murphy Mr. Murphy explained that the current street light at the Museum & Archives of Rockingham County is not sufficient for a crosswalk, per NCDOT requirements. He gave an estimate of $14.23/month for a streetlight that would meet NCDOT requirements.

Mayor Paschal Mayor Paschal Mayor Paschal Mayor Paschal made a MOTION, MOTION, MOTION, MOTION, “We approve the replacement of the 175-watt Mercury Vapor streetlight for the crosswalk”.

MMMMayor Pro Tem Conner ayor Pro Tem Conner ayor Pro Tem Conner ayor Pro Tem Conner seconded the motion. All voted in favor and the motion carried.

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C. Wentworth Christmas Parade Update (Yvonne Russell, Clerk/Finance Officer)

Ms. RussellMs. RussellMs. RussellMs. Russell was absent from the meeting due to illness. Mr. Mr. Mr. Mr. MurphyMurphyMurphyMurphy read the memo provided by Ms. Russell. He noted that Dr. Lindley Butler recently accepted the offer to serve as Grand Marshal in the Christmas Parade.

(Note: Ms. Russell’s memo is herein incorporated and made a part of these minutes.)


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D. Consideration of Offer to Encourage School Band Participation in Wentworth Christmas Parade (George Murphy, Town Administrator)

Council discussed Mr. Murphy’s proposal to pay the travel cost for all four High School bands in Rockingham County to participate in the Wentworth Christmas Parade. Additional prize money for the best performance by a high school marching band was also discussed.

Mayor PaschalMayor PaschalMayor PaschalMayor Paschal made a MOTIONMOTIONMOTIONMOTION, “We go along with George’s recommendation on the activity bus and offer a $1,000 prize for the best high school marching band”.

Mayor Pro Tem ConnerMayor Pro Tem ConnerMayor Pro Tem ConnerMayor Pro Tem Conner seconded the motion. All voted in favor and the motion carried.

(Note: Mr. Murphy’s proposal is herein incorporated and made a part of these minutes.)


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E. Discussion of Curbside Recycling for Waste Management Customers (George Murphy, Town Administrator)

Mr. MurphyMr. MurphyMr. MurphyMr. Murphy informed Council that Waste Management will be providing curbside recycling to its customers in Rockingham County.

(Note: The curbside recycling information from Waste Management that was included in the Council Agenda Packet is herein incorporated and made a part of these minutes.)


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F. Consideration of Resolution Endorsing the Application for the NCDOT 2016 Bicycle and Pedestrian Planning Grant

(Note: Mr. Murphy’s explanation of the NCDOT 2016 Bicycle and Pedestrian Planning Grant, as well as a list of options for Council, is herein incorporated and made a part of these minutes.)


Mayor PaschalMayor PaschalMayor PaschalMayor Paschal asked, “What time span will the plan encompass? Is it a long term plan?”

Mr. MurphyMr. MurphyMr. MurphyMr. Murphy replied, “The idea is that is goes out 10 to 20 years into the future”.

T ButlerT ButlerT ButlerT Butler, a member of the Dan River Basin Association Board of Directors addressed Council. She stated, “Having worked with some of these planning grants before, I’m aware that the major reason for getting a planning grant is you get the plan, which is the first requirement for getting a grant to implement it. You can’t get any money to build a trail or build a bike path until you have that plan in place.”

Mayor PaschalMayor PaschalMayor PaschalMayor Paschal asked, “What about what we’re doing with DRBA and the trails we are working on now?”

Mrs. ButlerMrs. ButlerMrs. ButlerMrs. Butler answered, “That is part of the county-wide trail system that we have planned, so we have done that through Piedmont Regional Triad Council. That plan was in place, so therefore we can get money to do these trails that we’ve done in Wentworth and other places.”

Mayor Mayor Mayor Mayor PaschalPaschalPaschalPaschal expressed his concern with having an outside group working on a plan for the Town. However, he said he felt that if the Council and the citizens of Wentworth could have hands on involvement in the plan then it may be something to pursue.

Mr. Mr. Mr. Mr. MurphyMurphyMurphyMurphy said he felt pushed for time due to the looming application deadline of November 20, 2015 but will do as Council directs him. He reiterated that if Council wants him to proceed with the grant application, then a resolution must be adopted by Council at this time.

Council agreed that this particular grant application is something they may want to pursue in the future; however, due to the time constraint and the number of ongoing projects for the Town of Wentworth, Council decided to take no action on the proposed Resolution Endorsing the Application for the NCDOT 2016 Bicycle and Pedestrian Grant.


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G. Consideration of Approval for Longevity Pay – Nov 30, 2015 (Yvonne Russell, Clerk/Finance Officer)

(Note: A memo from Ms. Russell regarding Longevity Pay as explained in the Town of Wentworth Employee Manual is herein incorporated and made a part of these minutes.)

Mayor Pro Tem ConnerMayor Pro Tem ConnerMayor Pro Tem ConnerMayor Pro Tem Conner made a MOTION, “We award Yvonne Russell the longevity pay of 2% of her salary”.

Councilman Paschal IIICouncilman Paschal IIICouncilman Paschal IIICouncilman Paschal III seconded the motion. All voted in favor and the motion carried.


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T ButlerT ButlerT ButlerT Butler, Treasurer of the Friends of the Chinqua Penn Trail, signed the speaker register for public comment. Ms. Butler stated, “I just wanted to thank you folks for your support on the ‘Run with the Cows’ at the Chinqua Penn Trail. We had the event on the 27th of September.” Ms. ButlerMs. ButlerMs. ButlerMs. Butler reported, “We took in $5,701.30. Our expenditures were $1,658.56, so we netted $4,042.74. All of that goes to improvements on the trail. If you’ve been on the trail lately you’ve probably noticed there was a big gully washed in the trail below Turkey Pond. We had about a two feet deep hole appear in the trail as a result of overflow from the pond. We’ve had that repaired somewhat; we’re looking toward trying to make a major and more permanent repair with concrete.” Mayor PaschalMayor PaschalMayor PaschalMayor Paschal asked, “Does it need a pipe there?” Ms. ButlerMs. ButlerMs. ButlerMs. Butler replied, “It needs a lot, and we’ve had a number of proposals. One is to put a large pipe under it, but they are talking about a really large pipe because there is a lot of overflow when that pond overflows. Another possibility is to put concrete on it and then channel the water beside that so that it goes further down and spreads out more downhill. We’re exploring possibilities and getting estimates. We don’t have enough money to do anything major yet. But, this makes a big difference and your support of $500.00, you were the first of the Big Bull Sponsors, and we appreciate that support tremendously.” Mayor PaschalMayor PaschalMayor PaschalMayor Paschal thanked Ms. Butler for her report.

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Mayor Mayor Mayor Mayor PaschalPaschalPaschalPaschal made the following announcements:

• The next regular meeting of the Wentworth Planning BoardWentworth Planning BoardWentworth Planning BoardWentworth Planning Board is NovemberNovemberNovemberNovember 17171717,,,, 2015, at 2015, at 2015, at 2015, at 7pm7pm7pm7pm in the Town Hall Council Chambers.

• The Organizational Meeting of the newly elected Wentworth Town CouncilWentworth Town CouncilWentworth Town CouncilWentworth Town Council is TuesdayTuesdayTuesdayTuesday, , , , DecemberDecemberDecemberDecember 1111, 2015, at 7pm, 2015, at 7pm, 2015, at 7pm, 2015, at 7pm in the Town Hall Council Chambers. There will be a reception after the meeting.

• The Wentworth Christmas ParadeWentworth Christmas ParadeWentworth Christmas ParadeWentworth Christmas Parade will be held on Saturday, December 12, 2015Saturday, December 12, 2015Saturday, December 12, 2015Saturday, December 12, 2015 at

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Mayor Mayor Mayor Mayor PaschalPaschalPaschalPaschal made a MOTIONMOTIONMOTIONMOTION, “We adjourn”.

Councilmember PaschalCouncilmember PaschalCouncilmember PaschalCouncilmember Paschal III III III III seconded the motion. All voted in favor and the meeting adjourned.

Respectfully Submitted by: ______________________________ Yvonne Russell, NCCMC

Town Clerk

Approved by: ___________________________________ R. Dennis Paschal Jr., Mayor

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