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May 4, 2015 (Work Session) Page 2373 estimate the landfill going to June 2017 with the existing expansion_ He requested the Board consider a $2.00 increase in tipping fees per ton for construction and demolition waste to remain in line with private landfills. He stated this increase is unlikely to affect residential customers. Mike Downs, County Manager, advised the landfill is set up like an enterprise fund and is not part of the General Fund, adding that the fees pay for the process and expenses. In addition, he stated the Board would be updated on airspace projections, and at that time, the Board can decide whether to expand the landfill or close it once it is full. Mr. Grant commented on maintaining recycling at the Landfill. He recommended a two to three acre expansion in this regard. A discussion ensued. During discussion, Mr. Grant and Kyle Bilafer, Infrastructure and Asset Management Director, responded to questions from the Board. BOC - Department Highlight - Emergency Medical Services Alan Thompson, Emergency Medical Services Director, presented a PowerPoint presentation reviewing the functions and services provided by Emergency Medical Services. Jimmy Lentz, Assistant Emergency Medical Services Director, was also in attendance. Following the presentation, there was discussion with Mr. Thompson, responding to questions from the Board. Discussion Items for Action at May 16 2015 Meetin Active Living and Parks - Request to Utilize Occupancy 'Tax Funds for a Lighting Light±ng Protect at Rocky River Elementary School Park Londa Strong, Active Living and Parks Director, presented the following information relating to a request to utilize occupancy tax funds for a lighting project at Rocky River Elementary School Park. She also responded to questions from the Board. Rocky River Elementary School Park is utilized for youth recreation practice and games for the Hartsell Youth League which is a part of the Cabarrus County youth cc- sponsored athletic leagues. It is also home to Top Gun Sports youth baseball and softball tournaments. At the site, there are seven fields, five of which have lighting. The request is to add lighting to the two remaining fields utilizing occupancy tax funds to allow more tournament teams to play at Cabarrus County facilities, providing a greater chance for teams to stay overnight in Cabarrus County hotels. According to Top Gun statistics, the addition of the two lighted fields at Rocky River would allow 12 additional teams to play at that site. There are 35 tournaments scheduled this year which means 420 additional teams could participate in Cabarrus County tournaments. More teams increase the potential for more revenues at hotels, restaurants, service stations, sporting goods stores and other related businesses. The turnkey price on the project is $155,800.00, which includes: lights, poles, electrical work, sealed electrical drawings, permitting and a 5 percent project contingency ($3800.00). CCS - Funding Request for Design and Construction Contract Administration Services for the Replacement Royal Oaks Elementary School Tim Lowder, Executive Director of Operations, Cabarrus County Schools (CCS) , reported the CCS Board of Education (BOE) met on April 13, 2015 and approved a request for design and construction administration services for the replacement of Royal Oaks Elementary School. The $950,000.00 request can be funded through a transfer from the Capital Reserve Fund. He advised negotiations are ongoing with Moseley Architects for this project and is anticipated to be presented to the CCS BOE next week. Chairman Morris welcomed Mr. Lowder in his new position as the Executive Director of Operations, CCS.