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November 16, 2009 (Regular Meeting) Page 1700 advised there is no obligation on the part of the County until the Board approves the agreement. Chairman White opened the public hearing at 7:21 p.m. The Public Hearing Notice was published on November 4, 2009 in THE INDEPENDENT TRIBUNE. The Public Hearing Notice was also posted on the County's website (www.cabarruscounty.us) on November 4, 2009 in accordance with Article 2, Administration, Section 2.1 (Use of Electronic Means to Provide Public Notices) of the Cabarrus county Code of Ordinances. There was no one present to address the Board; therefore, Chairman White closed the public hearing. No further action was required of the Board. (G-6) Parka Department - Name Proposal for the New Park in Southeast Cabarrus County Mike Downs, Deputy County Manager, reported on the process the County undertook in search of a suitable park site in southeastern Cabarrus County. He reported, after surveying many sites, the County approached Rob and Donna Wallace about their 190-acre tract located south of Midland. He spoke briefly about the negotiation efforts and Mr. and Mrs. Wallace's willingness to sell the property. He briefly discussed the favorable purchase terms and advised the County was able to secure a larger piece of property than what was originally sought. He stated, on behalf of the Parks staff and Parks Commission, it is recommended the proposed park is named "Rob Wallace Park." Chairman White announced he received a fax this morning from Mr. and Mrs. Wallace. He read the following faxed correspondence: T0: Jay White and the Cabarrus County Board of Commissioners FROM: Rob and Donna Wallace DATE: 11/16/09 We are both honored and humbled by the action the Board has taken on the naming of the Park in southern Cabarrus County. We are pleased and thankful to have been blessed to the point where we could have a hand in this facility which should contribute to an enhanced quality of life for Cabarrus County citizens for years to come; however, we want to point out that without your forward thinking as a Board, and without the dedication and professionalism of your staff people, this project would not have been possible. John Day, Mike Downs, Pam Dubois and Londa Strong all deserve recognition for the constructive way in which this project has been approached. We thank you for the opportunity of participating in this exciting project. Rob and Donna Wallace Commissioner Privette moved to name the new park in southeast Cabarrus County the "Rob Wallace Park." Commissioner Poole seconded the motion. The MOTION unanimously carried after the Board expressed appreciation to Rob and Donna Wallace and recognized certain members of the Parks Commission that were in attendance. _(G-7) Commerce - Consent Agreement for the West Oake Subdivision Pro'eot Chairman White advised the Consent Agreement for the West Oaks Subdivision Project needs to be tabled. Mr. Richard M. Koch, County Attorney, advised County staff received a request this afternoon from Richard Flowe, representative of the owners of the project. Mr. Flowe raised issues regarding a proposed amendment to the Consent Agreement which relates to APFO (Adequate Public Facilities Ordinance) litigation the County is currently