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June 3, 2013 (Work Session) Page 1568 is requested for FY 2013 (the policy was also waived in FY 2011 and FY 2012 due to the economy). In the near future, staff plans to discuss fund balance policies with the Board and may suggest policy revisions at that time. The Board may choose to move funds into the Capital Reserve Fund at any time; however, once funds are placed in the Reserve, they cannot be returned to the General Fund should the need arise. Staff recommends maintaining more control over the funds during times of uncertainty or change. General Services - Solid Waste Division - Scrap Tire Disposal Contract with US Tire Recycling Kevin Grant, Sustainability Manager, presented the following information related to a Scrap Tire Disposal Contract with US Tire Recycling: Pursuant to NCGS 130 -A- 309.58, Cabarrus County is required to dispose of used /scrap tires at a state- approved disposal facility. US Tire Recycling, located in Cabarrus County, meets the requirements as set out by state regulations. The Solid Waste Department requests that US Tire Recycling continue to be designated as the county disposal facility for used /scrap tires and that the Board of Commissioners approve the renewal of the three (3) year contract in the amount up to $615,000.00. This service is funded through a revenue distribution from the State Scrap Tire Tax Program and is included in the FY 2013 -2014 budget. Mr. Grant responded to questions from the Board. Kyle Bilafer, General Services Director, was also in attendance. Human Services - Home and Community Care Block Grant (HCCBG) Fundinq Plan Ben Rose, Human Services Director, presented a brief overview of the HCCBG (Home and Community Care Block Grant) Funding Plan. Kathy Mowrer, Human Services Program Administrator, addressed the following information relating to the HCCBG Funding Plan: The FY14 Home and Community Care Block Grant Funding Plan is being submitted for approval. The funding for the FY14 HCCBG Funding Plan has been reviewed and approved by the HCCBG committee and it requires approval by the Board of Commissioners. The Home and Community Care Block Grant funds a variety of services to the aging population within Cabarrus County, including home based, nutritional, educational and recreational activities. Ms. Mowrer advised the HCCBG funds come from the Older Americans Act, stating approximately 55 percent are federal funds, 45 percent are state funds and with an 11 percent County match. The HCCBG Advisory Committee determines the most needed services, the amount of funds to be allocated to those services and which agencies will provide those services. Mike Downs, County Manager, advised the HCCBG Advisory Committee has members representing staff, seniors and providers. He stated there is less funding this year due to federal and state cuts. Mr. Downs acknowledged Gayla Woody, Centralina Council of Governments (CLOG), for her administration of the program during the Human Services transition and noted Human Services will be the lead agency effective July 1, 2013. He also stated staff is creating a strategic plan for the senior population. A discussion ensued. During discussion, Mr. Rose and Ms. Mowrer responded to a variety of questions from the Board. BOC - General Budget Discussion Mike Downs, County Manager, advised changes have been made to the Five - Year Plan based on various requests from the Board. Recess of Meeting The Board took a short break at 5:06 p.m. The meeting resumed at 5:15 p.m. BOC - General Budget Discussion - Continued