TOWN OF STOKESDALE Regular Council Meeting 8325 Angel Pardue Road Stokesdale, North Carolina June 18, 2013  The regular meeting of the Stokesdale Town Council was held on' Tuesday, June 18, 2013 at the Stokesdale Town Council members in attendance: Mayor Randle. Jones, Mickie Halbrook, Randy Braswell, Frank Bruno and' William Others present included: William B. Trevorrow, Town Attorney; Deputy Scott Casey, Guilford County Sherriff's Department; Michael Albert, Town Planner; Steve Spalding DBA My Groundsman; Donna McCall, Deputy Mayor Jones called the meeting to order at 7:03 pm. Following the Pledge of Allegiance, Council considered the agenda. Ms. Halbrook made ar motion to adopt the agenda. Mr. Bill Jones seconded the motion. All members voted Council reviewed the minutes of. January 18, 2013 Budget Workshop; February 8, 2013 Budget Workshop; February 13, 2013 Insurance Workshop; February 15, 2013 Internal Controls/Separation of Duties Workshop; February 19, 2013 Regular Town Council Meeting; March 1 Budget Workshop; March 15 Budget Workshop; and March 19, 2013 Regular Town Council Meeting. Mr. Bruno noted that in the. January 18, 2013 Budget Workshop minutes, a comma was in the wrong place and it should read! $26,000. Mr. Braswell made a motion to accept the minutes with the correction noted. Ms. Halbrook seconded the motion. All Council members voted aye and the minutes were Bobbi Dalton, 8634 Oak Level Church Road asked ift the library could open on weekends So that people could check out books when they were not working. Mayor Jones suggested asking thel Library Committee tol look into this. REPORT FROM GUILFORD COUNTY SHERIFF'S DEPARTMENT: Sheriff Scott Casey reported 16calls that generated reports since thel last Town Council meeting. There weret twol Part Ic crimes with two suspects in one Board of Adjustment Case: Sid and Lisa Chiang Map Parcel #( 0150596: Sid and) Lisa Chiang are: requesting variances from the Stokesdale Development Ordinance, Section 4-11 Dimensional Requirements, Section 4-1.1(A) Dimensional Requirements for Agricultural and Singlel Family Districts fo allow for thej placement ofas single-family  Hall at 8325 Angel Pardue Road. N.(Bill). Jones.  Clerk; Carolyn. Joyner, Town Clerk/Finance Officer.  aye and the agenda was adopted.  adopted.  COMMENTS FROM' THE: FLOOR:  NEW: BUSINESS:  ofthe PartIcrimes. Crime has been low.  structure within thei front-yard setback, in front of thei minimum building line. Mayor Jones said that Council would recess and thel Board of Adjustment would convene.  Mr. Albert said that the: applicant wasi requesting two variances. Table 4-4-1 sets the lot standards for RS-40: zoning district. The loti is wedge-shaped. Thej proposed residence isi ini front of thee existing RS-401 front yard setback which isf forty feet. Because thel lot is wedge-shaped, thes setback is moved further back. Lots have a minimum width they must reach before becoming a legal lot. Because the lot does not meet the road at minimum 1501 feet of frontage that is required, the setback becomes 79 feet. Diagrams are provided which show this. The applicant needs a variance: from Table 4-4-1 for both the RS-40: setback and for the minimum] lot width of 1501 feet. Mr. Albert said that all oft thel legally required notices and postings have been done and the dates are: in the packet for  Council's review.  Book 11, Page 2289  June: 18, 20131 TCI Mtg- Appr 1-21-14    Joe Videloski, Lisa Chiang, Eric GoodyKoontz, Misty Goodkoontz and Scott Thornhill were sworn in by Mayor  Jones.  Those speaking in favor of the request:  Joe Yideloski, General Manager of Schmacher Homes in Greensboro, said that he had been contracted to build a new home for the Chiangs. He: said that they have assessed the site: and found that the lot drops offt to the rear ofthe property. He said that there is about a 10 foot height difference from the front to the rear of the home. If the setback requirements are met, then the house would be unsafe. From the back oft thel house to the ground would be Lisa Chiang, the applicant, said the main issue would be the soundness of the structure and the ability to: somewhat use the backyard for her two children and to be able to maintain the backyard. It is not a cul de sac but there are Mr. Yideloski said that the site plan with current setbacks that do not meet the zoning requirements has been Mr. Bill Jones said that iti isal basement lot. He asked why you would buy al basement lota and! build a one story house oni it. Mr. Yideloski said that the customer decides on the budget and thel kind of house that is built. Mr. Eric Goodykontz, Flat Rock Road, said that he owns the lot and originally cleared the lot and was going tol build al basement house oni it, however even with al basement house, ai retaining wall would have tol be built. They found a house on Flat Rock Road: and bought it instead of building a house. Thel lot does drop off severely toward the creek area. It is the biggest lot in the development. Iti is at the end of the road but there are plans to continue iti in the  an 181 feet difference ifiti is placed at thej proper location.  plans to extend the roadi in the future. approved by the Homeowners Association.  34  future.  Ms. Chiang said thati it was not obvious to them that it was a basement lot.  Mr. Bill Jones said that the next lot was similar in shape andi if someonel builta al house on it, they would bel looking at the back oft the house. Mr. Albert said that the minimum lot width is 150 Feet. Thel lot width at Moores Milll Road ise effectively 1201 feet at the road. The next lot is about 150 feet at the road but may need some alteration toj put a Scott Thornhill said that he and his wife are the realtors that have assisted the Chiangs. The setback is where the issue came up. Some lots that are wedge or pie shaped are typically located on a cul-de-sac. Some are less pie shaped than others. Thei issue oft the setback came up on this particular lot. This lot had everything that they wanted Mr. Albert had roughly measured the lot next door and found that it was not 1501 feet at thei intersection. Itwould Mr. Braswell asked ift the lot has been purchased. Mr. Thornhill replied that it has not been but it is under contract  home further back ont the lot.  andt this one: issuei is the only obstacle. also require some alternation as well. with] Eric and Misty Goodykontz still owning it. No one spokei in opposition of the case. Mayor Jones closed thel Public hearing at 7:40 pm.  Mr. Braswell said that letters have been mailed to the adjacent property owners. He asked who the property owners were. Mr. Albert said that the adjacent property owners were the Moore's Milll Development Group, Mr. and Ms. Goodykoontz, Pauline Preston, and David Whittall. He said that he had twoj phone calls from them. One call was from the son of the president of Moores Mill Development Group and there was a call from an unidentified person  who said they would sendi ina al letter but they have not.  June 18, 2013TCM Mtg- Appr 1-21-14  Book n, Page 2290  2    Mr. Braswell asked ift the house across the street would have been an: adjacent property owner. Mr. Albert said that was correct. Mr. Braswell asked if there was al letter from the homeowners association in favor of the variance. Mayor Jones said that pursuant to the requirements for the Board of Adjustment under section 9-5.8 Granting ofa variance he would: move to grant variances appropriate under the following rules, conditions and finding of fact and The adjacent property owners were notified by letters mailed May 28, 2013. Properties were posted May 5, 2013 and advertising of thel Public Hearing in local newspaper was conducted on June 7, 2013. A Public Hearing was held by the Stokesdale Board of Adjustment on June 18, 2013. Witnesses were properly sworn and testimony given with witnesses coming forward in favor of the matter and none appearing in opposition. Based on the testimony received and the evidence obtained during the hearing, make thei following findings off fact: 1. With regard to this specific property, there is no reasonable use due to its wedge shape and natural slope and it prevents a structure: from being constructed on thel lot asi it currently exists under thee existing standards that would be structurally sound and that it could not be used for its intended purpose or any other reasonable purpose and that 2. Thel hardship results from the nature of the property itself specifically due to the lot's conditions and the natural 3. Thel hardship results from the application of the Ordinance: for RS-40 setback and minimum lot frontage setback. 4. Thisi is not ther result oft the applicants' own actions or any construction or action by the: applicants in this matter. 5. This represents the least possible deviation from the Ordinance and will not substantially detract from the character of ther neighborhood or similar lots in thei neighborhood and thisi isat the end oft the construction area. Itis thes same or similarly situated lot. The heights would be disproportioned and structurally not sound to build under 46. This assures the public safety and does substantial justice and prevents an unsound structure from being constructed in the area and benefits to the public safety to that extent in that this would not present any potential Based on these reasons and the finding of facts, Mayor Jones made a motion that the variance be granted. Ms.  Mayor Jones said that nothing was presented as evidence but testimony was given.  would take note of the following facts presented into evidence:  other neighboring lots are similarly situated.  slope oft the area and isi not ther result of any actions of the applicant.  the current ordinance requirements.  harm tot the area or adjacent homes, structures or properties.  Halbrook seconded the motion. All Council members voted aye and the variance was granted. Thel Board of Adjustment adjourned at' 7:51 pm: and reconvened. as' Town Council. thel US Highway 158 & USI Highway 220 intersection, being Secondary Road #2104.  SPOTSWOOD ROAD RENAMING #13-03-STPL-01140: Renaming: a portion of previously named Spotswood Road toa ai new name: Walter Combs Way. Located inl Bruce" Township and running approximately 2400' south from Mr. Albert said that NCDOT was moving forward and this matter was presented to citizens some time back. A spreadsheet has been created that details those affected by this request. There are four properties in Stokesdale with all of the Owners voting for the name that has been put forth here. Itisa dead end service road. There is aj positive Ms. Halbrook made a motion to change the name to Walter Combs Way. Mr. Bruno seconded the motion. All Public Hearing: Fiscal Year 2013-2014 Budget and Adoption of Budget Ordinance #82:. There were no comments from the Public regarding the proposed Budget. Mr. Bruno made a motion to accept and adopt the Budget as written for the 2013-2014 Budget Year. Mr. Bill Jones seconded the motion and added that he was not  recommendation: from thel Planning Board. Council members voted aye.  Book 11, Page c g. 2291  Junel 18, 2013 TCI Mtg- Appr 1-21-14  3    happy that it was not balanced but he did not see any way to make other cuts. Mayor Jones said that he had conçerns about the adequacy off funding for the operation and maintenance oft thel Park andt the: ability toj promote the public safety therein. Council members voted three to two in favor of the motion with Mayor Jones and Ms.. Town Halll Hours of Operation: Mr. Bruno made ai motion that starting on. July 1, to change the hours of operation Mayor Jones asked how and who was going to staffit. Mr. Bruno said that there was adequate money in the budget now to staff it and Council would have to come up with a schedule. Ms. Halbrook said that she didn't understand when we can't meet our budget, why we would need to keep Town Hall open until 5:00 pm when people come Mr. Braswell seconded the motion. Mayor. Jones said that his concern was being able to get the work done, how to staff it, and what it was going to open for. He asked ifit would be open for all business andi ift thel Library would be Mr. Bruno said that Town) Hall is aj publici facility and needs to be open to servet them. A lot of people want to come in the afternoon and we: are closed. There is staff inj place and the budget is in place and it would serve the public Mayor said that it is not thel hours but the staffing and how it is going to be arranged. Mr. Bruno said that set upa schedule based on the current staff. Mayor Jones asked ift time cards would be used. Mr. Bruno said that the same situation as is being used now would continue tol be used. Mayor. Jones asked ifit would be supervised versus non- supervised since there is training situation now. Mr. Bruno said that Donna should be able to check herself in: and out. Council voted 31 to2i in favor of the motion with) Mayor. Jones and Ms. Halbrook voting no. Town Hall Daily Log: Mr. Bruno made ai motion to starting July It to have a daily phone log in addition to a daily record of emails printed out and kept in a log book and in addition to that to have a weekly email sent out with a review of all of the weekly activities at' Town) Hall. Mr. Braswell seconded the motion. Mr. Bruno said requests for people who want to use Town Hall would be sent out to Council ini the weekly email. All emails sent to the Town would be included in the record of emails. Council voted 31 to2i in favor oft the motion with) Ms. Halbrook & Mayor Generators: Preventive Maintenance: After questions from Council, Ms. Joyner indicated the quote from Clarke for the Town Hall generator was included in Council's folders and that annual maintenance for the portable generator was quoted in November 2012 at $460.00. Nixon Power Services in May 2012 had quoted annual maintenance for the' Town Hall generator at $786.00. Mayor Jones made ai motion: madea motion to have Clarke to do the annual maintenance on both of the generators. Mr. Bruno made a friendly amendment to do the recommended: repairs on the portable generator. Ms. Halbrook seconded the motion. Council voted unanimously in Use of Audio Recordings as Minutes of Council Meetings: Mr. Trevorrow had reviewed the General Statutes and he had talked with the Institute of Government. He said that you" can use a recording of the meetings but the preservation and retention of the recordings is thej problem. The Department of Cultural Resources who deals with the preservation and archives of the actions taken by local governments says that it is best to have paper records. Electronic minutes (recordings) can be subject to mischief and the formatting of electronic records by. Cultural Resources says there are: several different formats of recordings and they do not have the different formats to make them available to the public. Paper copies are standardized and readily available to the public while. recordings made electronically may not be as easy to make available. The caveat is that most counties and towns go beyond what is required: for thei minutes. The only requirement is to record the action taken by Council. There would be no historical information or background or reasons to say why the vote made. Mr. Trevorrow said that the action of Council would be the motion, the second, and the vote, whether it passed or failed. The vote of each individual member of Council would not be recorded unless a Council person asked for the ayes andi nays tol be recorded. e Ss  Halbrook voting no. Budget Ordinance #82 was adopted.  ofTown Hall tol be open Monday through. Friday from 9:00: am until 5:00 pm.  when they need to now and she didn'ts see any need to stay open.  open and what hours that it would be open and the cost of! havingi it open.  thes same asi it does now.  Jones voting no. UNFINISHED BUSINESS:  favor oft the favor oft ther motion.  'bs Book 11,F Page 2292  June 18, 2013 TCMtg- Appr 1-21-14  4    Separation of Duties Document: Mr. Bruno said that hel had used information: from an earlier workshop and talked to other Towns about their policy. Mayor Jones suggested that a draft ofa document should be available for the Use of] Purchase Orders: Mr. Bill Jones had provided a copy ofa work/repair order. Hes said that it was a contract forl labor and repairs. Fore example it would be used if someone wanted the soccer goals to be moved and for camera repairs and irrigation system repairs. He said that it may go to the Chairman of the Maintenance ofTown Property Committee for recommendation. The Clerk had provided some of the policies that other Town's use for this repair orders and purchase orders. Mayor Jones said that it could be placed back on the agenda when there is more Conditions and Procedures for Playing Field Usages: Mr. Braswell asked who placed the item on the agenda. Ms. Joyner said that Donna had said that it was requested by Mr. Braswell. Mr. Braswell began discussion oft the Posting of Information and Field Schedules in English and Spanish for Public Review: Mr. Braswell made a motion that the Park information board located in front of the concession stand to have both English and Spanish information. Thel Park rules are only in English and everything should bei in Spanish. Mayor. Jones asked ifit would' include when the Parki is reserved. Mr. Braswell said that it would be included. Mayor. Jones seconded the motion. Mayor Jones said that he knew interpreters who could translate the proposed text and have it translated. Mr. Braswell said the wildlife literature may be available in Spanish. Mayor Jones summarized the motion as follows: Toj post information at the fields in both Spanish and English and put them on the front door and at the Park. Mr. Braswell made a motion to have the same number of signs in Spanish as there are English ones warning of wildlife in the area. Mr. Bill Jones suggested that permanent signs could be purchased rather than temporary ones. Mr. Braswell said that "a. Conditions and Procedures for Playing Field Usages" was from a conversation with the Clerk about cancelling play on the fields when, for example, they were too wet. He said that Parks and Recreation had continued to play when there was excessive mud on thei fields when irrigation repairs werel being made. Consider Facility Use Agreement for the Park: Mayor Jones made a motion to approve the request from a Church group for the use of the Park on July 4. Mr. Bruno seconded the motion. Council voted unanimously in Formation of a Sub-committee for Maintenance of the Town's Property: Mr. Bill Jones suggested that a committee could be formed to oversee the Park and Town property. He said the Committee would help schedule volunteers tol help do maintenance and to mow thel Park. He made a motion to accept applications for a Committee for the Maintenance ofTown Property. He would work on guidelines to submit to Council fort the committee. Mr. Bruno seconded the motion. Mr. Braswell said that he would be on the Committee. All Council members voted Public Safety Committee: Mr. Bill Jones reported that there has not been a Public Safety Committee meeting in three years. He had contacted Mr. Hooks, the Chairman of the Committee and he said that he would be willing to continue acting as the Chairman. He suggested that all committee members should be contacted to see if they are willing to continue serving. Mayor Jones said that James Attaway, while on Council, and Mary Hardin were certified by the Red Cross and had worked with the Committee in the past. Mr. Bill. Jones made ai motion to ask for new members oft the Public Safety Committee and to see if current members will continue to service and tol have a public safety committee update. Ms. Halbrook seconded the motion. Council unanimously approved the motion. Finance Report: May, 2013: Ms. Joyner reported that assets for General Fund had decreased from thej previous  next meeting.  information. Park Issues: nexti item.  Council voted unanimously in favor of the motion.  Mr. Braswell agreed to redraw his motion until pricing for permanent signs could be obtained.  favor of the motion. Committee and Board Reports:  ayei in favor of the motion.  Departmental and Administrative Reports June 18, 2013TCMtg- Appr 1-21-14  E, Book 11, Page 2293  5    month. Checking account activity included a deposit of $2,671.16 of ABC profits. Culp Inc. had paid $5,800 for planning fees for a site plan. Guilford County was paid $15,690.13 for first quarter law enforcement. Accounts Payable included an invoice from Guilford County for second quarter animal control services in the amount of $3,183.25. Receipts for sod for the repairs at the soccer fields have been presented. $342.00 has been budgeted: for. this expenditure. The annual ABC profits totaling $20,897.94 were deposited into the General Fund Savings The Water) Enterprise Fund report for May, 2013: reflected an increase in assets from thej prior month. The checking account report included the deposit of $1,196.60 for reimbursement for a damaged fire hydrant. Yates Construction was paid $4,716.60 which covered repairs to two fire hydrants, reading meters, and $220 for assisting with the cleaning oft the water tank. There was noi information on the second fire hydrant that had been damaged sO a claim Clerk's Report: The Consumer Confidence Report for they water system is now available. Notices for the report were printed ont the water bills andt thes reported is posted ont the' Town's website. The Clerk will be meeting with Attorney Brian' Walker perl his request, later this week to assist in the preparation of interrogatories and discovery document. Ms. Joyner reported that approximately $190.001 had been received from Interstate Credit Collections Ms. Joyner said that Mr. Bill Jones had presented receipts for irrigation repairs in the amount of $60.00. Expenditures for the Park repairs does not have funds to cover this expenditure since thej payment for the sod for the soccer fields will using all funds remaining in this expense item and it is the end of the fiscal year sO a budget Mr. Braswell noted that the Safety Checklist from Steve Spalding shows that some other repairs are needed. He suggested adding some funds are needed to cover those items. Mr. Braswell made a. motion to have a budget amendment to cover the hinges for one of the concession stand doors and to reimburse Bill Jones for irrigation supplies and repair thes safety hinge on thel Park gate for a total of $250.00. Ms. Halbrook seconded the motion. All Consider a Resolution Encouraging Citizens to Commemorate JUNETEENTH with the International Civil Rights Museum on June 19,2013: Mr. Bruno made a motion to support the resolution. Mr. Braswell seconded the motion. All Councilmembers voted aye and thel Resolution was adopted. A copy of the Resolution is hereby  account.  could not be filed.  Administrative Report - Town Clerk/Deputy Clerk:  for the collection of one account that had been placed with them.  amendment is needed.  Council members voted aye and the motion carried.  OTHER BUSINESS:  incorporated into and made aj part of the minutes oft the meeting.  ANNOUNCEMENTS: Mayor Jones read the announcements listed on the agenda.  COMMENTS FROM COUNCIL: Mr. Bruno announced that Four Corners Chamber of Commerce will meet on ADJOURNMENT: Mayor Jones made a motion to adjourn. Mr. Bill Jones seconded the motion. All Council  Thursday, June 20: at 5:30at] BJ's Grill.  members voted aye. The meeting adjourned at 9:31 pm.  L.J  Cashsdbpe  Approved:  D. Randall  Ddbhee  Braswell, Mayor  Book 245 it, Page 2294  June 18, 20131 TCMig- Appr 1-21-14  6    TOWN OF STOKESDALE BUDGET ORDINANCE #82 FISCAL YEAR: 2013-2014  BEI IT ORDAINED by the Governing Board of the Town of Stokesdale, North Carolina: Section 1: The following amounts are hereby appropriated int the General Fund for the operation of the' Town government and its activities for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2013, and ending June 30, 2014, in accordance with the chart of accounts heretofore established fort this Town:  General Government Capital Outlays Cultural & Recreational Economic & Physical Development Public Safety Transportation  $119,065.00 $1,000.00 $56,600.00 $33,750.00 $94,600.00 $3,750.00 $308,765.00  Section 2: Itis estimated that for the following revenues willl be available in the General Fund for  the fiscal year beginning July 1,2013, and ending June 30, 2014:  Beer & Wine Excise Tax Franchise Tax Cable Franchise Fees ABCI Profit Share Contributions & Donations Miscellaneous (Town Hall/Park Rental) Planning Fees Interest on Investments Estimated: Fund Balance Transfer  $21,500.00 $247,000.00 $8,000.00 $10,500.00 $850.00 $150.00 $4,000.00 $1,800.00 $14.965.00 $308,765.00  Section 3: The following amounts are hereby appropriated in the Water Sewer Fund for the fiscal year beginning July 1,2013, and ending June 30, 2014 in accordance with the chart of  accounts heretofore approved: for the" Town: Unappropriated Fund Balance  $1.250.00 $1.250.00  Section 4: Iti is estimated that the following revenues willl be available in the Water Sewer  FUND the fiscal year beginning. July 1,2013, and ending. June: 30, 2014:  Investment Earnings TOTAL  $1,250.00 $1,250.00  Book 11, Page 2295  Page 1    Section 5. Thef following amounts are appropriated int the Water Enterprise Fund for the  fiscal year beginning July 1,2013 and ending June 30, 2014:  Administrative Maintenance Water Purchase Capital Reserve  $64,000.00 $24,000.00 $207,000.00 $0.00 $295,000.00  -  Section 6. Itise estimated that the following revenues will be available in the Water ENTERPRISE FUND for the fiscal year beginning. July 1, 2013 and ending June: 30, 2014:  Taps and Connections Fees Investment Income Miscellanous Income Water Sales Late Fees  $8,000.00 $1,100.00 $1,500.00 $205,000.00 $15,000.00 $230,600.00 $64,400.00 $295,000.00  Total Income  UNDESIGNATED FUND: BALANCE TOTAL REVENUES  Section 7. The following designated reserve funds are heldi in the Account Fund Balance and are herewith re-budgeted as authorized appropriations in the 20123- 20141 Fiscal Year. Proposed specific expenditures ofa any oft these said designated reserve funds must first be: approved by" Town Council, ifr not already spccificaily: authorized, before being committed for expenditure.  Conservation: Open Space/Conservation Rights Town Hall - Future Planning Patrol Car Reserve  $39,000.00 $0.00 $23,500.00 $62,500.00 $804.000.00 $866,500.00  DESIGNATED RESERVES- - GENERALFUND  Water/Sewer Fund Reserves TOTAL-ALLDESIGNATED RESERVES  Section 8: Copies oft this budget Ordinance shall be furnished to the Clerk of the Governing Board and to the Budget Officer and Finance Officer to be kept on file by them for their directioni in  the disbursement of funds. *  18th day of June, 2013.  Randiet.Jones  AEs  pu Town Clerk  Book 11,1 Page 2296  Codepd  CarolsyJoyper  Page 2    TOWN OF STOKESDALE P.O. BOX 465  STOKESDALE, NORTH CAROLINA 27357 BUDGET ORDINANCE AMENDMENT #9  June 18, 2013  BE IT ORDAINED by the Governing Board of the Town ofs Stokesdale, North Carolina, that the following amendment be made to the annual budget ordinance for the  fiscal year ending June 30, 2013:  Section 1: To amend the Genéral Fund, expenditures forl Expense Accounts: Park  Maintenance the accounts are tol be changed as follows:  Decrease  Increase $ : 250.00  Cultural & Recreational  Section 2: To amend the Revenues to the General Fund as follows:  Undesignated Fund Balance  $ 250.00  Section 3: Copies ofthis budget amendment shall be furnished to the Clerk ofthe  Governing Board, and to the Budget Officer/Finance Officer fort their direction.  Adopted this 18th day of June,2013.  ouee Mayor Jges  Ra  ATTEST:  Codknlapu Town Clerk  Carolyn/Joyner  Book 11, Page 2297    RESOLUTION ENCOURAGING CITIZENS TO COMMEMORATEIUNETEENTHWITEH  THE INTERNATIONAL CIVIL RIGHTS CENTER & MUSEUM  June 16 and. June 19, 2013  WHEREAS, the International Civil Rights Center & Museum, 134S South Elm Street, Greensboro, North Carolina-a historic landmark, an exhibiting and collecting institution, and an educational service organzation-promotes: an understanding of the struggles for equality, justice, and. WHEREAS, the International Civil Rights Center & Museum has since its opening in 2010 annually commemorated Juneteenth; i.e.. June 19, 1865, the date when bondsmen, women, and children in Texas learned about their emancipation from slavery; and WHEREAS, the International Civil Rights Center & Museum recognizes that many across the United States dedicate. Juneteenth to honoring the campaigns against bondage and the quests WHEREAS, the International Civil Rights Center & Museum will commemorate. Juneteenth with AC Celebration of Unity, a gospel festivity featuring an interfaith prayer, a multicultural and ecumenical community mass choir consisting of vocalists from area houses of worship, and renowned gospel recording artist Vickie Winans performing selections from her well know repertoire at Mt. Zion Baptist Church, 1301 Alamance Church Road in Greensboro, on Sunday, AJunteenth Telethon and Radio-thon, simultaneously broadcast on WFMY-TV2 and WQMG, on June 19, 6:00 am to 6:00 pm, to garner support to underwrite the 2013-14 admission fees for 112,000 pupils from across North Carolina who will participate in its Building a Better America through Core Democratic Values: An Educational Initiative. for Social Studies Students in Grades 4, 5,8, and: 11; as well as secure sustainability for the International Civil Rights Center & NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, we call upon all to citizens to join the International Civil Rights Center & Museum in a commemoration of. Juneteenth, and hence ai tribute to freedom, bys supporting. A Celebration of Unity on Sunday, June 16, 2013, and A. Junteenth Telethon and  freedom in the United States of America and across the world; and  to achieve the ultimate civil right, freedom; and  two major activities in 2013:  June 16 at 4:00 pm; and  Museum;  Radio-thon on Wednesday, June 19, 2013; and  Book 11, Page 2298    BEI IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that when we commemorate thosewho fought fori freedom, we affirm our collective belief in the values of life, liberty, and equal protection under the law for  all those desiring a more just and humane society. Adopted this the 185t day of June, 2013.  A  BandieL.Jones, Mayor  Attest:  Casdpu Lhpes CarolynL.J Joyner, Town Clerk  Book 11,1 Page 2299  2