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April 21, 2014 (Regular Meeting) Page 1988 Vice Chairman Burrage shared his opinion, that unnecessary staff time was utilized to organize the April 15, 2014 Special Meeting. He also commented on scare tactics regarding the proposed budget. Chairman Poole advised the special meeting notice and delivery of the notice is required by state statute. She stated purpose of the special meeting was a result of the motion made in March, requiring staff to provide the alternative plans. Commissioner Morris responded to Commissioner Oesterreich's comments regarding the bond referendum and potential cuts to the budget. INFORMAL COMMENTS Chairman Poole opened the meeting for Informal Public Comments at 7:39 p.m. She stated each speaker would be limited to three minutes. Dakeita Vanderburg- Johnson, resident of 7787 US Highway 601 South in Concord, commented on discord among the Board members. She read aloud the County mission statement and urged Board members to work together for the citizens of Cabarrus County. Troy Barnhardt, resident of 8501 Franklin Street East in Mount Pleasant, expressed concerns regarding the Mount Pleasant Middle School site, replacement plans and the budget. Dennis Johnson, resident of 1410 Nottingham Road in Kannapolis, accompanied by his daughter, expressed support for Commissioners Burrage, Cesterreich and Measmer. Ric Starnes, resident of Old Airport Road in Concord, commented on Cabarrus Jobs Now and candidates running for the county commission positions in the upcoming election. Kristel Swayse, resident of 4300 Deacon Court SW in Concord, expressed concerns regarding the schools. She urged the Board to support the schools and teachers. Kimberly Strong, resident of 279 Fryling Avenue SW in Concord and Executive Director of Cabarrus Meals on Wheels, expressed support for the Senior Nutrition Program. She urged the Boards' support of senior services.. Del Eudy, resident of 138 Ridge ;Avenue in Mount Pleasant and Town of Mount Pleasant Mayor, expressed opposition to Financial Plan C and its impact on community services. Walt Kiefer, resident of 24 Eastcliff Drive SE in Concord, commented on the budget and expressed support for Commissioners Burrage, Measmer and Oesterreich's plan for the budget. David Hampton, resident of 2000 South Main Street in Kannapolis and former Emergency Medical Services Director of Cabarrus County, commented on potential impacts of Financial Plan C. He urged the Board to do what is best for the county. Ronnie Long, resident of 75 Hillcrest Avenue SE in Concord, expressed support for keeping taxes and debt as low as possible while providing necessary services to the community. Resa Treadaway, resident of 1120 North College Street in Mount Pleasant, stated Mount Pleasant schools are being shortchanged and urged the Board to provide funds equally to schools throughout the county. Bobbi Parke, resident of 175 Farmer Street in Concord, commented on scare tactics regarding the proposed budget, and expressed support for Commissioners Burrage, Measmer and Oesterreich's plan for the budget. Missy Jones, resident of 18 Sericea Drive in Mount Pleasant, expressed support for Commissioners Burrage, Measmer and Oesterreich's plan for the budget. Jean Griswold, resident of 5409 Shoreview Drive in Concord, commented on fear tactics regarding the proposed budget. She also expressed opposition to an increase in the tax rate.