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February 4, 2013 (Work Session) Page 1408 Commissioner Measmer requested the Youth Council Update be placed at the Recognitions and Presentations section of the meeting. Tax Administration - Request' Approval to Complete the Survey of the Cabarrus /Stanly County Line Brent Weisner, Tax Administrator, presented a request for approval to complete the survey of the Cabarrus /Stanly County line. The following information was addressed: in 1994, 1997, 1999 and 2006, the Board of Commissioners requested the North Carolina Geodetic Survey (NCGS) aid us in establishing our boundaries with surrounding counties; Cabarrus and Stanly Counties have been operating using two different county lines; historically, the counties have agreed on how to split the taxes on the affected. properties; however as the counties develop, the distinction of the line becomes more important. The NCGS has completed their work to the point where they are ready to survey the line, locate the markers and establish the monuments along the line. Greg Belk, Special Boundary Commissioner for Cabarrus County, presented a history of the Cabarrus /Stanly county line and reviewed maps showing affected properties and both existing and proposed monuments on the Cabarrus /Stanly County line. Vice Chairman White expressed concern regarding county services provided to the affected properties. Jonathan Marshall, Deputy County Manager, advised of plans to notify and provide information and answers to affected property owners including a community meeting, a dedicated portion of the County's webpage, etc. There was discussion throughout the presentation with Mr. Weisner, Mr. Belk and Mr. Marshall responding to a variety of questions from the Board. Mr. Marshall advised no action will be required until a resolution is brought before the board. It was the consensus of the board for staff to move forward with the Cabarrus /Stanly County lines project. Discussion Items For Action at February 18, 2013 Meeting Active Livina and Parks - Cabarrus Rotary Disc Golf Course - Frank Liske Park Londa Strong, Active Living and Parks Director, stated the Parks Department was approached by the Cabarrus Rotary several months ago about the possibility of adding an eighteen -hole disc golf course to Frank Liske Park. She advised meetings have been ongoing and with the Board's approval, they are ready to move forward with the project. Linda Brown, Cabarrus Rotary Club President, requested the Board's endorsement for the project. She stated the project has the endorsement of the Active Living and Parks Department and land has been designated at Frank Liske Park for the course. She explained this is one of the major service projects the Rotary Club has planned for this year. She further advised a designer has been brought in to assist with the project planning, the flags have been placed and the course has been walked. The course will be tournament qualified and will be available for the CVB (Convention and Visitors Bureau) to bring in tournaments from other areas. Regarding funding, she stated they have applied for grants and the Rotary Club has raised funds for the project. She expects the course to be completed by the end of 2013. Jim Craddock, Cabarrus Rotary Club member, was also in attendance. Vice Chairman White disclosed he, Commissioner Morris and County Manager Downs are all members of the Cabarrus Rotary Club. Commissioner Measmer expressed support for the disc golf course. Commissioner Morris commended the Rotary Club for their efforts to improve the quality of life throughout the county by setting a good example of community involvement. A brief discussion ensued relating to the design of the course. Map of the Proposed Disc Golf Course at Frank Liske Park