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November 15, 2010 (Regular Meeting) Page 197 that is capable of taking on the operation of the animal shelter. The Committee also believes the relationship with the CHS should be strengthened, performance measures created and a contract for shelter management implemented. Commissioner Carruth also suggested the monies currently devoted to the Sheriff's Department for shelter operation be paid to the CHS. Finally, he said the makeup of the APPAC should be expanded to include other rescue groups to provide oversight to the program. Commissioner Carruth MOVED to table the resolution pertaining to the future of the animal shelter in Cabarrus County until the December 20, 2010 regular meeting. Vice Chairman Poole seconded the motion. Chairman White questioned how the save rates will be based. Commissioner Carruth responded the rates will be based on percentages. He also stated no other funds would be requested. Commissioner Privette expressed support for the motion. The MOTION unanimously carried. (F) CONSENT AGENDA (F -1) BOC - Code of Ethics - Tabled from October Work Session UPON MOTION of Commissioner Privette, seconded by Commissioner Mynatt and unanimously carried, the Board adopted the following Code of Ethics as required by NCGS 160A -83: No. 2010 -29 Code of Ethics for the Board of Commissioners of Cabarrus County, North Carolina PREAMBLE WHEREAS, the Constitution of North Carolina, Article I, Section 35, reminds us that a "frequent recurrence to fundamental principles is absolutely necessary to preserve the blessings of liberty," and WHEREAS, a spirit of honesty and forthrightness is reflected in North Carolina's State Motto, Esse Quam Videri, "To be rather than to seem," and WHEREAS, Section 160A -86 of the North Carolina General Statutes requires local governing boards to adopt a code of ethics, and WHEREAS, as public officials we are charged with upholding the trust of the citizens of Cabarrus County, North Carolina and with obeying the law. NOW THEREFORE, in recognition of our blessings and obligations as citizens of the State of North Carolina and as public officials representing the citizens of the County of Cabarrus, and acting pursuant to the requirements of Section 160A -86 of the North Carolina General Statutes, we the Cabarrus County Board of Commissioners, do hereby adopt the following General Principles and Code of Ethics to guide the Cabarrus County Board of Commissioners in its lawful decision - making. GENERAL PRINCIPLES UNDERLYING THE CODE OF ETHICS • The stability and proper operation of democratic representative government depend upon public confidence in the integrity of the government, and upon responsible exercise of the trust conferred by the people upon their elected officials. • Governmental decisions and policy must be made and implemented through proper channels and processes of the governmental structure. • Board members must be able to act in a manner that maintains their integrity and independence, yet is responsive to the interests and needs of those they represent. • Board members must always remain aware that at various times they play different roles: • As advocates, who strive to advance the legitimate needs of their citizens • As legislators, who balance the public interest and private