ROCKINGHAM  A CITY LOOKING FORWARD CITY COUNCIL AGENDA July 14, 2015 7:30 p.m.  1. Opening of meeting by Mayor Steve Morris.  2. 3. 4.  Invocation by Reverend Brian Perry, Pastor of Pee Dee Methodist and  Zion Methodist Churches.  Amendments and Changes to Agenda.  Consent Agenda:  A.  Disposition of Minutes of the June 9, 2015 Regular Meeting and June 9, 2015 Closed Session. (Enclosed separately)  B. Tax Collector's Report. (See Pages 4-6)  Informational Items: 1.) Monthly Collection Report 2.) Uncollected Taxes as of. June 30, 2015. 1.) Refunds per County Assessor's Office. 2.) Discovery bills added to Tax Scroll. 3.) Releases per County Assessor's Office.  Action Items:  5.  Business by Planning Board. A. Set Public Hearing.  1. Set public hearing for an amendment to Article 11 of the City's Unified Development Ordinance (pursuant to Section 11.16) to create a special sign overlay district for Richmond Plaza Shopping Center. (See  amendment packet included separately)  B. Hold Public Hearing. (none)  C.  Minutes from Various Boards (included separately)  514 Rockingham Road, Rockingham, NC 28379 Phone -1- 5 9088 Fax (910) 997 6617 V www.goroctingham.com    City Council Agenda July 14, 2015 Page 2  6. Consideration of a Demolition Ordinance for the Dilapidated Dwelling located at 2209 Fayetteville Road and identified as Richmond County PIN 7473-08-88-3279. (See Pages 7-9 & photo inserts)  7. Consideration of a proposal to create a Façade Improvement Grant Program for Downtown Rockingham. (See Pages 10-15 & Map Insert) 8. Consideration of Resolution requesting the NCDOT to re-designate the route of US Highway 1 to follow Greene Street and US Highway 220 instead of its current route through Downtown Rockingham. (See  Pages 16-19)  9. Presentation of Plaques to outgoing Board Members: Anne M.  Edwards, Planning and Zoning Board; and John Hutchinson, Richmond  County Public Library Board.  10. Consideration of appointments to the Planning and Zoning Board and Richmond County Public Library Board continued from June 9, 2015  meeting.  11. Business by Visitors. 12. Business by City Clerk. 13. Business by City Manager. 14. Business by City Attorney. 16. Business by Mayor. 17. Adjournment.  15. Items of discussion by City Council Members.  -2-    Rockingham, NC  City Council Agenda  SUPPORT DOCUMENTS  3-    -  3  S  0  25  2 2  -4-    UNCOLLECTED TAXES  YEAR 2014 2013 2012 2011 2010 2009 2008 2007 2006 2005 2004  AMOUNT 49,158.97 29,919.13 22,493.00 19,223.66 13,780.71 11,283.40 9,491.64 5,480.37 4,397.87 3,975.21 3,014.77  June 2015  49,158.97 123,059.76 172,218.73  Total Current Year Total Past Years Total All Years  5-    3 3 ) 3  N 4  15 A  3 3  0  99  N - 3 a po I 8 8 I a a E  5 0    John R. Massey, Jr. AICP Planning Director  ROCKINGHAM KOXIEXEXCXCANAE A CITY LOOKING FORWARD  MEMORANDUM  To: Mayor Steve Morris and City Council Members From: John Massey, Planning Director Date: June 23, 2015  Re: Demolition Ordinance for Dilapidated Dwelling located at 2209 Fayetteville Road  City staff recommends the City Council approve a demolition ordinance for the dilapidated dwelling located at 2209 Fayetteville Road and identified as Richmond County PIN 7473-08-88-3279. A copy of the demolition ordinance and photographs of the property are included in the agenda packet. As background information, City staff initiated abandoned structure proceedings in July of 2013. The property owners, Bernice Newell, and parties of interest were notified of a hearing with the Code Enforcement Officer regarding the condition of the dwelling. The notice was sent via certified and regular mail; and posted on the subject property. The property owner called in to the Code Enforcement Officer during the hearing. The Code Enforcement Officer issued his findings of fact and directed the property owners to either repair or demolish the dwelling by November 2013. Again, the notice was sent via certified and regular mail; and posted on the subject property. The property owner has taken no action City staff delayed pursing a demolition ordinance based on indications from the property owner that the sale of the subject property was pending. City staff verified with the prospective buyer that a transaction was pending. However, the transaction failed to be finalized; thus City staff is now proceeding with the  to date.  demolition ordinance.  514 Rockingham Road, Rockingham, NC 28379 Phon 7 395 9088 Fax (910) 997 6617 . www.goroctingham.com        AN ORDINANCE DIRECTING THE BUILDING INSPECTOR TO REMOVE OR DEMOLISH THE PROPERTY HEREIN DESCRIBED AS UNFIT FOR HUMAN HABITATION AND DIRECTING THAT ANOTICE BE PLACED THEREON THAT THE SAME MAY NOT BE OCCUPIED. WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Rockingham finds that the dwelling described herein is unfit for human habitation under the City Housing Code, and that all the procedures of the Housing Code WHEREAS, this dwelling should be removed or demolished, as directed by the Building Inspector, and should be placarded by placing thereon a notice prohibiting use for human habitation; and WHEREAS, the owner of this dwelling, Bernice Parsons Leigh aka Bernice Newell, has been given a reasonable opportunity to bring the dwelling up to the standards of the Housing Code in accordance with G.S. 160A-443 (5) pursuant to an order issued by the Building Inspector on August 7,  have been complied with; and  2013 and the owner has failed to comply with the order;  NOW, THEREFORE, BE: IT ORDAINED by the City Council oft the City of Rockingham, that:  Section 1.  The Building Inspector is hereby authorized and directed to place a placard containing the legend "This building is unfit for human habitation; the use or occupation of this building for human habitation is prohibited and unlawful." on the building located at 2209 Fayetteville Road and identified by Richmond County The Building Inspector is hereby authorized and directed to proceed to remove or demolish the above described dwelling in accordance with his order to the owner thereof dated August 7, 2013 and in accordance with the Housing Code upon which the cost was incurred. The lien shall be filed in the office of the City Tax Collector and City Clerk, and shall have the same priority and be collected in the same manner as the lien for special assessments in Article 10 of G.S. Chapter (b) Upon completion of the required removal or demolition, the Building Inspector shall sell the materials of the dwelling and credit the proceeds against the cost of removal or demolition. The Building Inspector shall certify the remaining balance to the Tax Collector. If a surplus remains after sale of the materials and satisfaction of the cost of removal or demolition, the Building Inspector shall deposit the surplus in the Superior Court where it shall be secured and disbursed  PIN# 7473-08-88-3279.  Section 2.  and G.S. 160A-443.  Section 3. (a) The cost of removal or demolition shall constitute a lien against the real property  160A  int the manner provided by G.S 160A-446.  -8-    Section 4.  It shall be unlawful for any person to remove or cause to be removed the placard from any building to which it is affixed. It shall likewise be unlawful for any person to occupy or to permit the occupancy of any building therein declared to  be unfit for human habitation.  Section 5. Adopted this  This ordinance shall become effective upon its adoption.  day of  2015  Mayor  Attest:  City Clerk  NORTH CAROLINA RICHMOND COUNTY  I,a Notary Public of the County and State aforesaid, certify that Gwendolyn F. Swinney personally appeared before me this day and acknowledged that she is City Clerk of the City of Rockingham, a North Carolina municipal corporation, and that by authority duly given and as an act of the corporation, the foregoing instrument was signed ini its name by its Mayor, sealed with its municipal  seal and attested by herself as its City Clerk.  Witness my hand and official stamp or seal, this  day of  2015.  Notary Public  My Commission expires:  -9-    Staff Report to Planning and Zoning Board  Agenda Item: IV.A June 2, 2015 Issue: Rockingham. Background:  Consideration of a proposal by City staff to create a Façade Improvement Grant Program for downtown  In an effort to facilitate building rehabilitation and commercial interests in downtown buildings, City staff has drafted a proposal to create a Façade Improvement Grant Program. The concept is based on similar programs from other communities across North Carolina. As the Board will recall, one oft the goals in the City's land use plan, Shaping Our Future: 2023, is to revitalize downtown. In the opinion of City staff, the  proposed program will be a step toward accomplishing this goal.  Staff Comments:  1. A copy of the proposed grant guidelines, a draft application, and a map illustrating the proposed 2. How and to what extent the grant program would be funded is at the discretion of the City Council. One possibility is to apply for grant funds from the Cole Foundation to be used as seed money to begin the program, then depending upon its success, the City Council could appropriate additional  district boundaries are included in the agenda packet.  funds annually. Staff Recommendation: of the program to the City Council.  City staff recommends the Board review the proposed program and provide comments to City staff. If the Board is supportive of the program, then City staff recommends the Board recommend the adoption  Planning Board Recommendation:  The Planning Board reviewed the request on June 2, 2015 and recommended unanimously the City Council approve the creation of a Façade Improvement Grant Program for downtown Rockingham as  proposed.  -10-    I    City of Rockingham  Façade Improvement Grant Program  What is the Façade Improvement Grant Program?  The City Council recognizes proper improvements to the exterior appearances of individual buildings will help develop an appropriate, positive image of downtown; foster revitalization; and thereby generate new commercial interest in downtown. To that end, the City Council has created the Façade Improvement Grant Program (FIG) as an economic incentive-based measure designed to encourage property owners and tenants to renovate building exteriors in the downtown. More specifically, the purpose of the program is  to:  1. Promote façade renovation and landscape beautification in downtown; 2. Preserve the unique character of the historic buildings in downtown; 3. Encourage the use of quality materials in the renovation of downtown properties; and 4. Generate private investment and attract new businesses to downtown.  What is a Façade?  A façade is defined as one side of a building regardless of the number of stories. Each storefront of a building can be considered ai façade. The sides and rear of a building may also be considered for a façade  grant, but priority for grant consideration will be given to the front of al building.  How does the program work?  Approved property owners or tenants who undertake improvements to the exterior of their businesses will receive a grant equal to one-half (1/2) oft the total cost of the work, up to ar maximum of $5,000 per facade. For example, if an applicant is approved for the program and undertakes $5,000 of improvements, the amount of assistance made available would be $2,500. To receive the maximum assistance of $5,000 the The grant will be provided in the form of a reimbursement of eligible, approved costs once the improvements have been completed, inspected, and approved. Access to the façade grant program will be on a first come, first served basis. If multiple applications are received and funding is limited, the participants will be selected by the Downtown Façade Improvement Review Committee based on overall aesthetic impact to downtown and achieving the purposes of the program. If awarded a grant, applicants must complete the façade improvement project within nine (9) months following project approval. Additionally, the City will provide façade design assistance to owners or business tenants of eligible properties who retain the services of a professional architect or designer. This assistance is limited to 10% of the total eligible façade improvement costs. For example, if an applicant undertakes $5,000 in façade improvements, they may also receive an additional $500 (10% of $5,000) in design assistance over and above the matching amount. This assistance is provided by the City to help ensure that the façade Subject to the availability of funds, the Downtown Façade Improvement Review Committee may authorize financial assistance greater than the maximum grant amount under extenuating circumstances where the  building owner would need to invest at least $10,000 ini improvements.  improvements are functional and compatible with surrounding structures.  proposed work directly relates to public safely and/or addresses an imminent hazard.  Who is eligible for funding?  Any property owner or tenant (with written authorization of the owner) can apply for funding assistance. The project site must be located within the designated boundaries of Façade Grant Improvement District (see attached map). Ifa property owner owns more than one building or façade in downtown, he or she  -11-    will be eligible for only one grant per year if funds are limited. Only one grant will awarded per façade in any nine-month period. Government facilities and buildings used exclusively for private dwellings are not eligible for grants. City/county taxes cannot be delinquent for al building where grant funds are requested. Any exterior renovation proposal - from an entire façade rehabilitation to maintenance items, such as repainting or the replacement of building parts - is eligible for funding, but top priority will be given to projects that would make a highly visible contribution to the enhancement of downtown Rockingham. Replacement or repairing of brickwork, plaster or wood siding, including painting, cleaning, and Replacing, repairing, or relocating storefronts, doors, windows, parapets or cornices, including the removal of extraneous elements or inappropriate or incompatible exterior finishes or materials. Installation or improvement of permanently installed signage as part of a renovation activity. Addition of a patio or an outdoor eating space (including permanent furniture). Landscaping and fencing along the front public right-of-way.  What type of improvements are eligible for funding?  Examples of eligible improvements include but are not limited to the following:  repainting.  Change of exterior lighting, or additional lighting. Repairs, addition or installation of awnings.  Examples of ineligible improvements include: Alarm systems. New building construction Any interior work.  Electrical work that involves more than providing service to the façade. Roof repairs, except those portions that directly abut to a new or renovated façade. Sandblasting or improper pressure washing of exterior bricks, which causes them to deteriorate.  Application, permits, or inspection fees. Removal of historic features. Design Standards window opening.  1. Renovations and additions of existing buildings should maintain established proportion and spacing of 2. The quality of building material varies widely, and it is the quality of the finish materials and their application that determines compatibility. Use of thel highest quality off facing materials is encouraged wherever possible. Materials that are compatible in quality, color, texture, finish, and dimension to 3. Color should coordinate with neighboring buildings. The more intense hues of a color are discouraged. The use of more than one vivid color per building is discouraged. The use of colors that are disharmonious with other colors used ont thel building orf found on the adjacent buildings is discouraged. Contrasting colors that accent architectural details and entrances are encouraged. 4. The retention and repair of existing cornices and other significant architectural features is strongly encouraged whenever possible. The re-creation of missing cornices or other architectural features 5. Signage should prevent visual clutter and improve general visual quality. Signs should relate to each other through quality, not necessarily through the use of uniform materials, lettering, or size. All signs are regulated by the Sign Regulations set forth in the City's Unified Development Ordinance (UDO). Good signs have the following characteristics: legibility, clarity, attractiveness, durability, and good placement. Most buildings are designed with a defined sign space. Thel location of signs of appropriate  those existing in the project area are encouraged.  should be done with care, using historic photographs as a guide.  -12-    size in these spaces is strongly encouraged. The use of plastic, illuminated signs are generally discouraged. Attached, flat or hanging signs lit with outside direct lighting is generally encouraged. All signs must meet code requirements for size, placement, projection, etc. Hanging or projecting 6. Awnings should be related to the shape and color of the building. First floor awnings should terminate no higher than one (1)f foot below the second floor windows. Metal canopies are: strongly discouraged, and their removal and replacement with fabric awnings is strongly encouraged. Ifi installed or retained, they should be designed or treated in a manner that adds to the visual quality of the building. All 7. Renovations and alterations to historic buildings should follow the standards and best practices set forth in the U.S. Secretary of Interior Standards for Rehabilitation and Guidelines for Rehabilitating 8. All proposed improvements must comply with applicable City zoning regulations and building code  signs and/or window signs of good quality are encouraged.  awnings must meet code requirements for size, materials, projection, etc.  Historic Buildings.  requirements. Ifapplicable, building permits must be obtained.  Application Process  1. The applicant will meet with the City Planner to discuss the proposed project, to determine eligibility, 2. The applicant will submit a completed application to the City Planner. The applicant must also submit two cost estimates from competent professionals for the proposed work, photographs of the façade, drawings and/or sketches of the proposed work (if applicable), and a written description of the 3. The City Planner will forward the application to the Downtown Façade Improvement Review Committee for their consideration. A notification letter will be sent to the applicant concerning the 4. Agrant agreement must be signed prior to the commencement of any approved work. Parties to the 5. The applicant must apply for and receive all applicable permits prior to the commencement of any 6. Upon project completion, copies of paid invoices and cancelled checks, etc. must be submitted to the 7. The City Planner will inspect the work completed and request checks to be issued for the amount of  and to review the application process.  proposed work.  approval or denial of the application.  agreement will be the applicant, building owner, and the City of Rockingham.  work requiring permits.  City Planner to claim reimbursement.  the grant provided the work is accomplished in accordance with the agreement.  Downtown Façade Improvement Review Committee  The Downtown Façade Improvement Review Committee shall be comprised of the City Manager, the City Planner, and one City Council member appointed by a majority of the City Council members.  -13-    1784  Application for a Downtown Façade Improvement Grant City of Rockingham, North Carolina 514 Rockingham Road, Rockingham, NC 28379 Telephone: (910)997-5546 Fax: (910).997-6617  ROCKINGHAM ENCEEING PARNONLRI: A CITY LOOKING FORWARD  Section 1. To Be Completed by the Applicant  The City Council recognizes proper improvements to the exterior appearances of individual buildings will help develop an appropriate, positive image of downtown; foster revitalization; and thereby generate new commercial interest in downtown. To that end, the City Council has created the Façade Improvement Grant Program (FIG) as an economic incentive-based measure designed to encourage property owners andt tenants to renovate building exteriors int the downtown. More specifically, the purpose oft the program ist to: promote façade renovation and landscape beautification in downtown; preserve the unique character of the historic buildings in downtown; encourage the use of quality materials in the renovation of downtown properties; and generate  private investment and attract new businesses to downtown. PHYSICALADDRESSI OFS SUBJECT PROPERTY: NAME OF APPLICANT: (Print] MAILING ADDRESS OF APPLICANT: TELEPHONE: E-MAIL:  PARCEL IDENTIFICATION: NUMBER(S):  FAX:  NAME OF PROPERTY OWNER(S): [If different from applicant] MAILING ADDRESS OF PROPERTY OWNER(S): [If different from applicant]  TELEPHONE: E-MAIL:  FAX:  DESIGNATION OF AGENT: [Complete onlyi ifthe applicant is not thep property owner]  I(we) do hereby authorize the person named as Applicant above tos seek al Downtown Façade Improvement Grant for my property.  SIGNATURE OFF PROPERTY OWNER SIGNATURE OFF PROPERTY OWNER  DATE DATE  DESCRIPTION OF PROPOSEDI PROJECT: [Attach additional sheetsi if necessary]  INFORMATION REQUIRED WITHA APPLICATION: Photograph(s) of the existing conditions oft the property. Atl least two cost estimates from competent professionals fort the proposed project.  Project pians, specifications, ord other appropriate design information. Ap professional architectural plani is notr necessarily required.  -14-    Applicant Aknowledgements: Review Committee. Improvement Review Committee.  (1) Iunderstand this application must be reviewed anda approved before any work is commenced on the project. Iunderstand the project may not receive funding if work is commenced prior to review and approval by the Downtown Façade Improvement (2) Iunderstand grant funds must be used only for the project described in this application as approved by the Downtown Façade (3) Iunderstand: I must obtain all applicable permits for zoning, building, and: signs prior to commencing the project. (4) Iunderstand, ifa approved, the funded work must be completed within nine (9) months oft the date the grant is awarded and that all work must be completed according to state and local building codes and ordinances, and approved, when necessary, by the  proper authorities.  SIGNATURE OF APPLICANT  DATE  Section. 2. For Officel Use Only  RECEIVED BY:  DATE:  -15-    Staff Report to Planning and Zoning Board  Agenda Item: IV.B June 30, 2015 Issue:  Consideration of Resolution requesting the NCDOT to re-designate the route of US Highway 1 to follow Greene Street and US Highway 220 instead of its current route through downtown Rockingham.  Background:  As the Board is aware, revitalizing downtown Rockingham is a top priority for the City as evidenced by its inclusion as a goal in Shaping Our Future: 2023, the City's Land Use Plan. In identifying and considering steps toward revitalization, the idea of rerouting tractor-trailer traffic around downtown has been discussed. Tractor trailers have a difficult time navigating the three 90 degree turns on the US Highway 1route designated through downtown. This is evidenced by the past damage caused by tractor trailers to curbs, sidewalks, planter grates, street trees, lamp posts, parked cars, and buildings along the route Until recently, City staff believed the issue of most tractor trailer traffic in downtown would be eventually resolved with the construction of TIP Project # R-2501 (also known as the US Highway 1 Bypass). Such project involved the construction of a new four-lane, controlled access highway bypassing Rockingham on ar new location between Rockingham and Hamlet. However, the recently adopted NCDOT 2016-2025 State Transportation Improvement Program (STIP) removed all funding for the project for the foreseeable future. Thus, City staff has begun to explore other more immediate solutions.  through downtown generally at or near the 90 degree turns.  Staff Comments:  1. In discussing this issue with NCDOT representatives, apparently a federal guideline prevents the rerouting of only truck traffic away from a US highway where the rerouting increases the length of travel. Since the Greene Street/US Highway 220 route is approximately .25 miles longer, the route cannot be designated as a truck route. However, the route can be designated as the US Highway 1 2. In the opinion of City staff, the re-designation of Greene Street and US Highway 220 as the US Highway 1 or US Highway 1 Bypass route is a viable solution to routing tractor-trailer traffic around downtown. The turns at Greene Street/Fayettevile Road and at Greene Street/US Highway 220 are much more manageable for tractor-trailer traffic than the turns in downtown. City staff has 3. Some road improvements may be needed along Green Street between N. Lee Street and Fayetteville Road to accommodate the request. City staff will defer to NCDOT staff's expertise as to what 4. In the opinion of City staff, rerouting tractor-trailer traffic around downtown will also make the downtown area much more pedestrian friendly, which will in turn compliment other on-going efforts 5. An additional benefit outside of downtown, is that the route re-designation would also steer traffic away from the awkward, accident prone intersection on the southbound lane of US Highway 1 at US  route or the US Highway 1 Bypass route.  observed that some tractor-trailers already use this route.  improvements may be necessary. tore revitalize downtown. Highway 220.  -16-    Staff Recommendation:  City staff recommends the Board go on record supporting the proposed Resolution and recommend the  City Council adopt the Resolution and forward it to the NCDOT.  Planning Board Recommendation: proposed Resolution and forward it to the NCDOT.  The Planning Board reviewed the proposal on June 30, 2015 recommended the City Council adopt the  -17-    AI RESOLUTION RESPECTFULLY REQUESTING THE NCDOT TO RE-DESIGNATE THE ROUTE OF US - HIGHWAY 1TO FOLLOW GREENE STREET AND US HIGHWAY 220: INSTEAD OF: ITS WHEREAS, the City Council has established the revitalization of downtown Rockingham as a primary goal in WHEREAS, US Highway 1 is a major arterial thoroughfare with an average daily traffic count approaching WHEREAS, the current route of US Highway 1 through downtown Rockingham follows E. Washington Street,  CURRENT ROUTE THROUGH DOWNTOWN ROCKINGHAM. Shaping Our Future: 2023, the City's Land Use Plan, adopted in. July 2013; and 10,000, which includes a significant volume of tractor trailers; and  S. Hancock Street, E. Franklin Street, and Rockingham Road in as series of dual lane one-way: streets that include three (3) 90 degree turns, which pose significant navigational challenges for tractor parked cars, and buildings in the downtown area specifically in the vicinity of the aforementioned revitalize downtown Rockingham by reducing tractor-trailer traffic in downtown and thereby downtown for both north and south bound traffic on US Highway 1 with relatively minimal improvements while only extending travel distance by approximately .25 miles; and downtown Rockingham, is no longer a funded project in the NCDOT 2016-2025 State trafficvolumes through the awkward, accident prone intersection at USH Highway: 1 and USI Highway  trailers; and  WHEREAS, tractor trailers have caused damage to curbs, sidewalks, planter grates, street trees, lamp posts, WHEREAS, the City Council finds the re-designation of US Highway 1 will compliment on-going efforts to WHEREAS, the City Council finds Greene Street via US Highway 220 can provide a viable route around WHEREAS, NCDOT STIP Project # R-2501, alsol known as the US Highway 1 Bypass which would have bypassed WHEREAS, the re-designation of US Highway 1 to follow Greene Street and US Highway 220 will likely reduce NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, the Rockingham City Council does hereby respectfully request the NCDOT re-designate US Highway 1 to follow Greene Street and US Highway 220 instead of its current route NOW THEREFORE, BE IT ALSO RESOLVED, the Rockingham City Council does hereby respectfully request the NCDOT provide funding for any necessary road-related improvements associated with the route re-  90 degree turns; and  improve both vehicular and pedestrian safety; and  Transportation Improvement Program; and  220.  through downtown Rockingham; and  designation. This the. Attest:  day of  2015  Gwendolyn F. Swinney, CMC City Clerk  M. Steven Morris Mayor  -18-    NORTH CAROLINA RICHMOND COUNTY  I, a Notary Public of the County and State aforesaid, certify that Gwendolyn F. Swinney personally appeared before me this day and acknowledged that she is City Clerk oft the City of Rockingham, al North Carolina municipal corporation, and that! by authority duly given and as an act oft the corporation, the foregoing instrument was signed in its name by its Mayor, sealed with its municipal seal and attested by herself as its City Clerk.  Witness my hand and official stamp or seal, this  day of Notary Public  2015.  My Commission expires:  -19-    DEPARTMENTAL ACTIVITY REPORTS  for  COUNCIL'S INFORMATION  -20-    ROCKINGHAM ORTEATMSNCTASEAEESTESNREES CITY LOOKING FORWARD  To: From: Date: Subject:  Monty Crump, City Manager Dave Davis, Recreation Director  July6,2015 Activity Report  The following are activities that have been or soon will be involving our  department.  Youth Baseball = Three of our Dixie Youth Baseball Teams are either currently involved in district play or headed to State Tournments later this week. The coach-pitch boys (7-8 yr olds) are headed to Pembroke for a State Tournament on Saturday, July 11th. Also, the 13-14 yr. old boys are headed to Southport on the same date for their State Tournament. Currently playing are  the 11-12 yr. old boys in Mt. Gilead for District competition.  Summer Programs - Our Summer Day Camp and Swim Programs are progressing nicely. The seasonal staff is experienced and the campers are  always busy and engaging in some activity.  Hinson Lake - This remains a very popular destination and serves a diverse Youth Soccer - Fall Soccer registration begins Wednesday, July gth and  section of our city and county residents.  concludes Monday, August 10th.  Youth Softball - Three of our girls All-Star teams advanced to the Sate Dixie Softball Tournament in Troy, N.C. beginning on Friday, July 10th. The Darlings (7- 8 yr. old coach-pitch), Angels (9-10 yr. olds) and Ponytails (11-12 yr. olds) will all  be in action this coming week-end.  514 Rockingham Road, Rockingham, NC 28379 Phon - 21- '5 9088 Fax (910) 997 6617 www.goroctinghem.com    FIRE CHIEF HAROLDISLER ADMIN.ASST. KRISTYPLAYER  ASST.CHIEF DAVIDMULLIS CAPTAEN VICMCCASKILL  4 n FIRE DEPC. June-15  We are pleased to submit the monthly fire report on the activities undertaken by the Rockingham  Fire Department during the month of June 2015.  Total Alarms: Turn In Alarms: Wrecks: Smoke Scare: Power line down: 4 Outside fire: Electrical:  37 2 9 0 1 1  In Town: Silent Alarms: Alarm Malf: Vehicle fire: Haz Mat: (meth lab): Co detector: Assist EMS:  35 35 Z 0 0 1 3  Out of Town: Structure: Good Intent: Trash: Gas Leak/Spill: Assist Police: Mutual Aid:  2 2 4 1 1 1 0  Hours Spent on Calls: 13 hours 37 minutes Total Property Exposed to Fire: Total Property Damaged by Fire: Total Property Saved:  $65,000.00 $11,500.00 $53,500.00  During the month of. June full time members of the fire department averaged 34 training hours per person; part-paid members averaged 91 hours per person for the month.  Public Life & Safety: -Installed 2 car seats -Inspections:38 -9S inspection completed Respectfully Submitted, fily 4 Fire Chief Harold Isler  Freedom Baptist Church kids program The Edge visited the station with 30 kids and 4 adults  -The Jr. Police Academy toured thes station with 49 kids and 2 adults Sparky attended the Rockingham Fire Departments T-ball kids party  -22-  231 S. LAWRENCE ST. ROCKIunAm, NC 28379 1 910-997-4002    ROCKINGHAM A cImY LOOKING GKNXT FORWARD  Rockingham Police Department  W.D. Kelly, Chiefofi Police To: Monty Crump From: W. D. Kelly Chief of Police Date: July 7, 2015 Ref: June Activity Report  On behalf of the Rockingham Police Department, I am pleased to submit this report for your consideration. The following activities have been undertaken by officers of the Rockingham Police Department.  Total Calls for the Month: Animal Control Calls: Alarm Calls Escorts: Unlock Vehicles: Charges Generating Arrest: Felonies: Misdemeanors: Drug Violations: Juvenile: Warrants Served: Citations:  1214 66 150 103 100  36 73 Z 11 86 164  Accidents eported/Investyated: Property Damage only: Personal Injury: Officer Hours Spent in Court: Officer Training Hours Logged Items of Interest:  48 05 45 160  Our annual Junior Police Academy was a great success. We had a lot of new faces and new experiences. They will be given their certificates at National Night Out on August 4, 2015. We are expecting a wonderful evening with National Night Out.  Please come and join the fun.  311E.. Franklin Street, Rockingham, N.C. 28379 Phon = 23- 5-2468. Fax (910) 895-0899 wwgorocnghamplcom