Approval of Minutes - March 19, 2001 Regular Session and March 28, 2001 Special Called Meeting
Mayor Boyette announced that the regular session minutes of March 19, 2001 and the special called meeting of March 28, 2001 were open for review and adoption. There being no corrections to the minutes, Councilman Hodges made the motion to approve as submitted. Councilwoman Heath seconded the motion which carried unanimously.

Add CDBH Report - Mr. Wade Horne to Agenda
Town Manager Johnson stated that due to his oversight, he had neglected to include a report from Mr. Wade Horne concerning the status of Community Developers of Beaufort Hyde (CDBH) and asked that this item be added to the agenda. Councilman Hodges made the motion to add ACDBH-Report by Mr. Wade Horne@ to the agenda. Councilman Baker seconded the motion which carried unanimously.

Northside High School Basketball Proclamation
Mayor Boyette recognized Mr. Mike Proctor, Coach of the Northside High School Varsity Basketball Team. Mayor Boyette asked Coach Proctor to come forward and accept the proclamation he read.



PROCLAMATION
NORTHSIDE HIGH SCHOOL
VARSITY BASKETBALL TEAM

WHEREAS, the Northside High School Basketball Team has had a very successful year; and

WHEREAS, the Northside High School Basketball Panthers have achieved statewide recognition as State 1-A tournament finalist; and

WHEREAS, the Belhaven Town Council wishes to recognize the basketball team and coaches for their accomplishment which has brought credibility to our community and Northside High School.

THEREFORE, BE IT PROCLAIMED, that the Mayor and Town Council hereby recognize the Northside High School Panthers for their successful 2001 Basketball Season.


Mayor Boyette and the council congratulated Coach Proctor for leading the Northside High School Panthers to the State 1-A Championship Playoff and gave Mr. Proctor a framed proclamation with lapel pins and proclamations for the players and other coaches.

East End Council Vacancy - Town Council Discussion
Mayor Boyette stated that Councilman Walt Allen had resigned in a special called meeting on Wednesday, March 28, 2001. Mayor Boyette thanked Mr. Allen, who was in the audience for his work on behalf of the town and community. Mayor Boyette stated that the council may appoint a replacement on the east end of town (from Haslin Street eastward) which the term will expire December 2001. Mayor Boyette stated that the town could seek interest from the general public by accepting written notice of interest. After some discussion, Councilman Ebron made the motion directing the town clerk to advertise notice of east end council vacancy and the Town Council accepting written letter of interest until May 2, and that the Council would review these on May 7, 2001 Council Meeting. Councilman Baker seconded the motion which carried unanimously.

Councilman Ebron suggested that a resolution of appreciation be submitted to Walt Allen for his service of Councilman. Councilman Hodges made the motion to present Walt Allen a resolution of appreciation. Councilwoman Heath seconded the motion which carried unanimously.

Community Developers of Beaufort Hyde (CDBH) - Mr. Wade Horne, Horne Consulting
Mayor Boyette recognized Mr. Wade Horne of Horne Consulting. Mr. Horne stated that he was hired in January 2001 to determine the financial status of CDBG. Mr. Horne reported that he felt the organization was viable and could be an asset to the community. Mr. Horne stated that the operation could be strong as the assets were more than the liabilities. Mr. Horne stated that the greatest asset was the commitment and support of the people and especially that support from Mr. George Ebron, who had donated numerous hours of his time since the vacancy of the last Manager. Mr. Horne stated that the organization would be back in the black once another $20,000 was received this week. Mr. Horne stated that his plan was to make the organization solvent and self supportive. Mr. Horne stated that $65,000 had been procured in the past three months which included the town's loan of $10,000 which was greatly appreciated. Mr. Horne stated that a full-time executive director was needed and that he had been asked to extend his contract through December 2001. Mr. Horne also informed the Council that he would be approaching Beaufort County for inclusion in their budget.

Mayor Boyette stated that he was pleased that the doors had not been closed on this organization as it will be a viable part of the community.

Town Manager's Report
Town Manager Johnson reported briefly on the following: the April 16 regular scheduled town council meeting had been canceled but an additional meeting was needed to hold a public hearing (second required) for the Community Development Block Grant - Community Revitalization (CDBG-CR) application for $700,000; Councilman Ebron made a motion to hold a public hearing on Monday, April 23, 2001 at 7:30 P.M. in the Council Chambers at Town Hall. Councilman Hodges seconded the motion which carried unanimously.

Budget - Requests should be in from Department Heads on April 15; Budget workshop needed May 14 and the 28 if needed. Councilwoman Heath made the motion to hold budget workshops on the May 14 and 28 if needed. Councilman Hodges seconded the motion which carried unanimously.

Town Manager Johnson stated that he hoped that the Fiscal Year 2001-2002 Budget could be adopted on June 4 or June 11.

Miscellaneous Comments
Councilman Baker questioned the demolition status of a burned house on Elm Street owned by Mr. Zack Gibbs. Town Manager Johnson stated that Building Inspector Overholt was in the process of contact owners for condemnation. The demolition to bid should be advertised with 45 days.

Public Comments
Mayor Boyette asked for any public comments. There were none.

Adjournment
There being no further business, Councilman Hodges made the motion to adjourn. Councilwoman Heath seconded the motion which carried unanimously. The meeting adjourned at 8:10 P.M.