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April 1, 2013 (Work Session) Page 1476 The Active Living and Parks Department requests BOC approval of the updated Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) Regarding Joint Use of Facilities. The MOU is an agreement between the Cabarrus County Board of Commissioners and the Cabarrus County Board of Education to enter into an agreement for joint use of facilities. A Joint Use Agreement with specific operation and management procedures will be developed by the school and ALP's Dept. The MOU Regarding Joint Use of Facilities was approved by the Cabarrus County Board of Education on February 11, 2013. Ms. Strong responded to questions from the Board. Active Living and Parks Department - Mt. Pleasant Middle School Park Bathroom Londa Strong, Director, Active Living and Parks Department, and Len Witke, Cabarrus County Schools, presented the following information relating to the Mt. Pleasant Middle School Park Bathrooms: The School Park at Mt. Pleasant Middle School is utilized not only by the students, but is a home practice and game site for the Mt. Pleasant Volunteer Youth League Baseball, Softball, and Soccer Leagues. Currently there is not a restroom facility located on the site. The bathroom in the gymnasium is available for use; however, it requires crossing North Drive to reach it. A port -a -j on is on site and serviced weekly, but is used by all participants, family members and spectators. There is also a portable concession trailer on site where Limited Food Service Regulations are adhered to; all pre - packaged food, no cooking and no water. The Health Alliance is contacted yearly to ensure all regulations are met. Len Witke, Cabarrus County Schools, assisted in research of the costs of a portable ADA compliant bathroom facility that can be placed on site and hooked to existing utilities (water, sewer and electricity). This would enable the building to be used at other locations and events once it is no longer needed at Mt. Pleasant Middle School. A company in Gaston County has used portable bathroom buildings for sale; the buildings are in good condition with 2 stalls per side for approximately $31,000.00. The cost does not include delivery or utility connections. Mr. Witke indicated the Facilities Management Department could make the connections. There is a rental option, but staff does not recommend based on the amount charged (i.e. $2,400.00 per week plus $100.00 per week to service). The season began March 15 with practices and games will commence in April. There are teams in the Mt. Pleasant Association this year. Mike Downs, County Manager, advised utilizing portable bathroom facilities would allow them to be relocated when they are no longer needed at this site. He further advised funds are available in the Boards' contingency fund. A discussion ensued. During discussion Mr. Witke and Ms. Strong responded to questions from the Board. Commissioner Measmer expressed support for providing bathrooms at the Mt. Pleasant Middle School Park. Discussion continued with the following issues addressed: the life expectancy of portable bathrooms; utility connection to a sewer versus a holding tank; the provision of paper products; facility maintenance and care; estimated time for delivery and hookup; and other costs associated with the facility. BOC - Resolution Relating to Second Amendment Rights Commissioner Burrage requested this item be tabled until after the April regular meeting to receive input from the public. Richard Koch, County Attorney, advised he has not spoken to the Sheriff about the contents of the resolution at this time.