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June 17, 2013 (Regular Meeting) Page 1574 Miss Barfield accepted the award and also recognized her mother, Lisa Barfield and teacher, Jodie Hott, who were also in attendance. (C -2) County Manager - Recognition of Tony Harris as Nationally Acclaimed 2013 Public Risk Manager of the Year Pam Dubois, Deputy County Manager, recognized Tony Harris, Safety and Risk Director, for receiving the national designation of 2013 Public Risk Manager of the Year, awarded by the Public Risk Management Association (PRIMA). This prestigious award is given to the nominee who demonstrated mastery in their field for five years leading up to the award, while meeting the following criteria: v Developed and implemented a successful traditional or enterprise risk management program for a public entity of a public entity pool. v Used various mechanisms for effective risk financing. Developed, implemented and administered loss prevention and loss control programs to mitigate the risk exposures of the entity. Coordinated support systems that best served the entity's risk management goals and needs. Served as a mentor and leader to help others develop quality risk management programs. A video, created by PRIMA for presentation at the PRIMA 2013 Annual Conference in Tampa, Florida, was viewed. On behalf of the Board, Vice Chairman White presented the PRIMA 2013 Public Risk Manager of the Year award to Mr. Harris and commended him for this national achievement. Mr. Harris accepted the award and also recognized his family in attendance. (C -3) Human Resources - Recognition of Linda C. Grist on Her Retirement from Cabarrus County Board of Elections Pam Dubois, Deputy County Manager, recognized Linda C. Grist, Elections Director, on her retirement from the Cabarrus County Board of Elections, effective July 1, 2013. Ms. Dubois highlighted a number of Ms. Grist's accomplishments during her 21 -year tenure. Ms. Grist expressed appreciation for the support she received through the years and commended her staff. On behalf of the Board, Vice Chairman White presented a service award in appreciation of her service and dedication to the county. (C -4) County Manager - NCACC Legislative Video Report At the request of the North Carolina Association of County Commissioners (NCACC), the Board viewed a legislative video update. (D) INFORMAL PUBLIC COMMENTS Chairman Poole opened the meeting for Informal Public Comments at 7 :01 p.m. She stated each speaker would be limited to three minutes. Price Crutchfield, resident of 592 Love Street in Concord, spoke regarding concerns with public safety, unsolved murders in Concord and dissatisfaction with members of the Concord Police Department. Dr. Adam Auerbach, Wolf Meadow Elementary School Principal, spoke in regards to funding for the public school system. He urged the Board to increase funding to the school system. With there being no one else to address the Board, Chairman Poole closed that portion of the meeting. (E) OLD BUSINESS None. (F) CONSENT AGENDA (F -1) County Manager - Resolution Supporting Turn Lanes at US 601 and Flowes Store Road East