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April 15, 2013 (Regular Meeting) Page 1513 down additional cash to reduce the future interest cost and debt payments. She requested direction from the Board. A discussion ensued. Vice Chairman White expressed opposition to paying additional monies towards the debt. He advised the money should be saved for future projects or for paying the debt down at a future date. Commissioner Morris expressed opposition to paying additional monies towards the debt. He advised the County could realize more savings if the money was put aside for upcoming needs rather than having to borrow in the future at a higher interest rate. Commissioners Measmer and Burrage expressed support for paying additional monies toward the debt. Chairman Poole expressed opposition to paying additional monies towards the debt, stating the funds could finance smaller one -time projects that may not otherwise be possible. Discussion continued. Although, no action was required of the Board, the opinion of three commissioners was not to pay additional cash to the general obligation bonding refunding, while the opinion of two commissioners was to pay additional cash toward the general obligation bonding refunding. (G -4) Active Living and Parks Department - Mt. Pleasant Middle School Park Bathrooms Londa Strong, Active Living and Parks Director, advised Mr. Witke has prepared information relating to options for portable bathrooms at the Mt. Pleasant Middle School Park. She also stated Billy Swaringen, Mt. Pleasant Volunteer Youth League President, is in attendance and available to answer questions. Len Witke, Director of Facilities and Maintenance for Cabarrus County Schools, reviewed Options A -E relating to a request for bathroom facilities at Mt. Pleasant Middle School Park. He discussed the vendors, structures and pricing quotes listed there and responded to questions from the Board. Mr. Witke recommended Options A, B or C. He advised that water and power connections are possible, as well as sewer service in the area. A discussion ensued. During discussion, Mr. Witke, Mr. Swaringen and Ms. Strong responded to a variety of questions from the Board. The following issues were addressed: the connection to existing utilities; an estimated additional cost of $12,000 for a pump lift station; the age of units in Options A, B and C; the delivery of Options A, B and C; proposed modifications for Option C; the responsible party for maintaining the new bathroom unit; the accessibility of the existing restrooms at the gymnasium; potential fundraising efforts; Mr. Witke's staff's involvement in connecting the utilities and modifying the units; etc. At the request of Chairman Poole, Mr. Swaringen advised he would provide a copy of the Mt. Pleasant Volunteer Youth League's budget. Commissioner Burrage expressed his support for Option B. Mike Downs, County Manager, requested Mr. Witke verify the portable bathrooms are compliant with Mt. Pleasant's zoning regulations. Commissioner Morris expressed support for Option C. Commissioner Measmer expressed support for Options A and C. Chairman Poole inquired about options for temporary barricades on North Drive during athletic events. Discussion continued. Chairman Poole suggested Mr. Witke look into closing North Drive. Vice Chairman White expressed support for Option C and recommended Option C to Board for their consideration. Mr. Witke expressed concern over the bidding process.. Discussion continued with the Board and staff discussing the informal bidding process.