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September 20, 2004 Page 621 (c-2) of the 50th Anniversary of McCoy Feed and Seed. presented the following proclamation to Mr. McCoy: Robert M. Freeman, Chairman Cabarrus County Board of Commissioners Recognition of McCoy Feed & Seed on its 50th Anniversar~ The Board recognized Bob McCoy and his son, Trent, on the celebration Commissioner Carpenter PROCLAMATION WHEREAS, Agribusiness is an important part of Cabarrus County industry by bringing in approximately $5 billion annually to the local economy and making up about 47 percent of the gross county product; and WHEREAS, McCoy Feed and Seed has been an asset to Cabarrus County farmers through the years by offering a custom pellet mill, as well as grain handling and grain banking; and WHEREAS, McCoy Feed and Seed currently supports the growing equine community in Cabarrus County through its large supply of equine products; and WHEREAS, Founder Robert McCoy has employed innovative business practices to allow his business to grow and change with the times; and WHEREAS, McCoy Feed and Seed is celebrating 50 years in business in Cabarrus County. NOW THEREFORE, BE IT PROCLAIMED that the Cabarrus County Board of Commissioners hereby congratulates McCoy Seed and Feed on the celebration of its 50th anniversary, recognizes and honors Founder Bob McCoy and his son Trent McCoy for their accomplishments and contributions to Cabarrus County and extends best wishes for the continued success of McCoy Feed and Seed. Adopted this 20th day of September, 2004. /s/ Robert M. Freeman Robert M. Freeman, Chairman Cabarrus County Board of Commissioners (C-3) Presentation of Wall Quilt by the Cabarrus Quilters Guild Merle Clifford, President of the Cabarrus Quilters Guild, reported the Guild was founded in 1979 and consists of approximately 60 members. She stated a quilt show would be held at the Cabarrus Arena and Events Center on October 2 and 3, 2004 featuring 160 quilts. On behalf of the Cabarrus Quilters Guild, Ms. Clifford presented the Board with a "Carolina Lily" quilted wall hanging made by Bessie Ketner. Chairman Freeman accepted the wall hanging on behalf of the Board and expressed appreciation to Ms. Clifford and the Cabarrus Quilters Guild. (D) INFORMAL PUBLIC COMMENTS At 6:53 p.m., Chairman Freeman opened the meeting for Informal Public Comments. He stated each speaker would be limited to three minutes. Harold Smith, 108 Edinburg Drive, Kannapolis, spoke in opposition to the bond referendum and advocated a pay-as-you-go method for school construction projects. Marilyn Barnhardt, 5800 Wabash Lane, Concord, objected to any potential property or sales tax increase and the bond referendum. She supported a reduction in density as a means to control growth. Jerry Williamson, 92 Marsh Avenue, Concord, commented on the recovery of a $130,000.00 settlement and the County Attorney's salary. He opposed local or State incentives for a convention center to be built by John Q. Hammons, tax increases and the bond referendum. He supported the sale of County-owned property that is not being used and increased membership on the Board of Commissioners. As a point of personal privilege, Commissioner Privette commended Vice Chairman Suggs for his business expertise and insight, stating he helped to save the taxpayers millions of dollars with regard to the proposed convention center and soccer complex.