Call to Order/Invocation
The Town Council of the Town of Belhaven met in regular session on Monday, October 17, 2005 at 7:30 P.M. in the Council Chambers at Town Hall. Dr. Charles O. Boyette, Mayor, called the meeting to order with the following Council members present: Albert Baker, George R. Ebron, Jr., Mayor Pro-Tem; Cynthia M. Heath, James B. Hodges and Linda E. Wilkerson. Town Manager Tim M. Johnson and Town Clerk Marie J. Adams were also present. Mayor Boyette gave the invocation.

Approval of Minutes – October 3, 2005 Regular Session
Mayor Boyette announced that the minutes of the October 3, 2005 were open for review and approval. There being no corrections to the minutes, Councilman Ebron made the motion to approve the regular session October 3, 2005 minutes as written. Councilman Baker seconded the motion which carried unanimously.

2005/2006 Budget Amendment #3 (Crisis Assistance Housing)
Mayor Boyette stated that the Council needed to adopt budget amendment #3 which was necessitated by the sale of a home that was previously included in a grant project with a forgivable grant with a time line that had not expired. Mayor Boyette explained that the amount to be refunded to the state was $5,720. Councilman Hodges made the motion to increase revenue account #10-338-000 (Lien Releases-Grants) by $5,720 from $0 to $5,720 and increase expenditure account 10-420-058 (Lien Release funds to State) by $5,720 from $0 to $5,720.

2005/2006 Budget Amendment #4 (Insurance Claim Sewer Plant Generator)
Mayor Boyette stated that the Council needed to adopt budget amendment #4 to account for the revenue received for an insurance claim on the lightning strike of a generator at the sewer plant and for the expenditure of same. Councilman Hodges made the motion to increase revenue account 31-335-000 (Miscellaneous Revenue) by $8,760 from $24,000 to $32,760 and increase expenditure account 31-832-018 (Maintenance and Repair Generators) by $8,760 from $7,500 to $16,260. Councilman Ebron seconded the motion which carried unanimously.

Pungo Christian Academy, Inc. – Request for In-Town Skeet Shoot
Mayor Boyette stated that Pungo Christian Academy, Inc. (PCA) had requested permission to discharge firearms within the town limits in order to conduct a skeet shoot as a fundraiser during their fall festival on Saturday, November 5, 2005 from 8:00 A.M. – 5:00 P.M. Town Manager Johnson stated that the town had approved a turkey shoot for the school and he could not foresee any problems with this year’s request.

Councilman Hodges made the motion to waive Town Code 130.01 (Discharge of Firearms) for November 5, 2005 from 8:00 A.M. – 5:00 P.m. behind Pungo Christian Academy at 893 West Main Street. Councilwoman Wilkerson seconded the motion. Councilman Ebron questioned the direction of the shooting. Town Manager Johnson explained that the persons firing their riffles would be shooting towards Pantego Creek and that he saw no danger in the direction of shooting. The motion carried unanimously.

Planning Board Recommendation on Height Limits
Mayor Boyette stated that the Planning Board had met on September 21, 2005 and reviewed the height limitation of the zoning code. The Planning Board unanimously passed a recommendation to the Town Council that the height limits for building in all zoning districts be maintained at their present levels of 45’ overall peak and 28’ for emergency egress such as a window seal or door to a deck, etc.

Mayor Boyette asked for any comments. The Council agreed with the Planning Board’s recommendation with there being no change in height limitations so therefore no motion was needed.

Chamber of Commerce – Christmas Parade Committee Request
Mayor Boyette stated that the Chamber of Commerce (Parade Committee) had requested an appropriation of $1,000 for the Christmas Parade. Mayor Boyette stated that the Christmas Parade Committee consisted of the following members: Chris Rouse, Alma Evett, Mary Hubers, Stacey Bowen, Terry Pike, Nancy Gooding, Jo Jacobs, Ron Medlin, Linda Medlin, Bill Gwinn and Margie Miller. Town Manager Johnson stated that $500 had been budgeted for the Christmas Parade. Margie Miller, Chamber Staff and Committee member stated that the parade was scheduled for Saturday, November 26, 2005 with line-up at 5:00 P.M. and parade at 6:00 P.M. Following much supportive discussion, Councilman Hodges made the motion to approve the request of $1,000 for the Christmas Parade and if a budget amendment was needed for the additional $500.00 to bring back at the next Council meeting. Councilwoman Wilkerson seconded the motion which carried unanimously.

Boys and Girls Club – Extension of Hours
Mayor Boyette stated that the Boys and Girls Club were requesting additional hours for their use of the Multi-Purpose Building. Town Manager Johnson stated that a committee should be appointed to review this request as the Recreation Department utilizes the building for adult volleyball and youth basketball. Following some discussion, Mayor Boyette asked that the following serve on the committee for the review: Councilwoman Heath, Councilman Ebron, Recreation Director and Town Manager Johnson with Mayor Boyette serving as the moderator. All agreed to serve. The meeting date for this committee was set at Monday, November 14, at 6:30 P.M. in the Council Chambers at Town Hall.

Mayor’s Comments/Announcements
Mayor Boyette commented on the following: 1) Post Office Renaming Ceremony in Honor of Floyd Lupton on Monday, October 24, 2005 at 10:30 A.M. Mayor Boyette read the proclamation and asked for Council endorsement. (Insert Proc)
Councilman made the motion to affirm and approve the proclamation. Councilman Baker seconded the motion which carried unanimously.

2) Invited the Council to attend the Beaufort County Mayor’s Association hosted by Chocowinity Mayor Mobley – Thursday, November 10 at the Belagio Café in Chocowinity.
3) Councilwoman Heath stated that the Library Board will be having their annual meeting soon and invited the Mayor and Council to attend; and 4) Council Ebron stated that the concession which is being completed with town employee’s (in-house) looks good.

Town Manager’s Report
Town Manager Johnson reported briefly on the following: 1)Monthly Reports included for review, Council commented on the comprehensive report of the water, sewer and electric departments submitted by Mr. Toby Woolard, Utilities Director; 2) Suggested that the November 7 and November 21 Council meetings be cancelled due to one being the night before election and the other the week of Thanksgiving Holiday; following some discussion, Councilman Baker made the motion to cancel the November 7 and 21 meeting dates of the Council and to hold their November meeting on Monday, November 14. Councilwoman Heath seconded the motion which carried unanimously.

Public Comments
Mr. Willie Spencer complained about two abandoned house on Duke Street and stated that one of the houses had a lot of traffic in and out at night. Town Manager Johnson stated that he was aware of the houses that Mr. Spencer was speaking of and that condemnation proceedings have begun.

Adjournment
There being no further business, Councilman Hodges made the motion to adjourn. Councilwoman Wilkerson seconded the motion which carried unanimously.