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October 7, 2013 (Work Session) Page 1762 A discussion ensued. Issues addressed included: field usage fees; terms of the contract; funds involved from occupancy tax; maintenance costs; the property at Frank Liske Park is leased from the state; the property lease has approximately 17 years remaining; etc. Commissioner Morris MOVED to move this item to November. He stated he will be out of the country at the end of October and will miss the regular meeting. Chairman Poole requested the item be voted on for placement with the rest of the agenda items at the end of the meeting. Commissioner Morris expressed agreement, withdrawing his motion. County Manager - Restoration of the Memorial Fountain at the Historic Jonathan Marshall, Deputy County Manager, presented the following information relating to a request to restore the memorial fountain at the Historic Courthouse: The Historic Concord Preservation Trust and Cabarrus Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution would like to partner with Cabarrus County to restore the Memorial Fountain at the Historic Courthouse. The County General Services Department has worked with a water feature /fountain installation and service company to determine the approximate cost to the County for this proposed project. The proposed cost would be approximately $20,000.00 with nearly a 50/50 cost share between organizations. The County would be responsible for all items related to the pool, pumps, filtration, water supply and infrastructure for the fountain. Diane Young, Executive Director, Concord Downtown Development Corporation (CDDC) and Lois Marlow, Cabarrus Black Boys Chapter, Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR), presented a history of the fountain since its installation in May 1916 at the Historic Courthouse. They also advised regarding the restoration process. A discussion ensued with Ms. Young and Mr. Marshall responding to questions from the Board. By a general consensus, the Board agreed to fund the project through fund balance. Mr. Marshall was directed to provide a budget amendment for the regular meeting. Vice Chairman Measmer requested updates on fundraisers for the project. Recess of Meeting p.m. The Board took a short break at 6:14 p.m. The meeting resumed at 6:24 DHS - Transportation Division - Rural Operating Assistance Program (ROAP) FY2014 Funding Request - Public Hearing 6:30 P.M. Randy Bass, Transportation Director, presented the following information relating to a funding request for the FY2014 Rural Operating Assistance Program (ROAP): Cabarrus County Transportation plans to apply for transportation funding through the NC Department of Transportation, Public Transportation Division for funding by the Rural Operating Assistance Program (ROAD) totaling $223,946.00. The ROAP is a state funded public transportation grant program administered by the NCDOT -PTD. Funding applied for is designated for the following programs: Elderly and Disabled Transportation Assistance Program (EDTAP) , which provides operating assistance for the transportation of the state's elderly and disabled citizens. This assistance allows these individuals to reside in their homes for a longer period of time, thereby enhancing their quality of life. Work First Transitional /Employment Transportation Assistance Program (WF /EMP) , this program provides operating assistance for