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October 15, 2007 (Regular Meeting) Page 584 There was no one else present to address the Board; therefore, Chairman Carruth closed the public hearing. Vice Chairman Juba MOVED to approve the Agreement for Purchase and Sale between Salloum Ventures, LLC and Cabarrus County for Parcel Identification No. 5620972799, 5620973931 and 5620983000 being commonly known as the former Cabarrus Bank and Trust building including the associated drive through facility and parking areas. Commissioner Privette seconded the motion. Commissioner White requested the date of September 28, 2007 as identified in paragraph No. 29 of the Agreement be verified. Mr. Koch reported the document that will be executed will contain an updated date. It was noted the updated date will be October 19, 2007. Vice Chairman Juba amended her MOTION to include authorizing the County Manager to execute the appropriate document for sale. Commissioner Privette seconded the amended motion. The amended MOTION unanimously carried. Recess o£ Meeting Chairman Carruth called for a short recess at 8:03 p.m. The meeting reconvened at 8:18 p.m. Chairman Carruth then moved item G-7 (Locust Subdivision - Adequate Public Facilities Ordinance Alternative) to the next item on the agenda. (G-7) Locust Subdivision - Adequate Public Facilities Ordinance Alternative Chairman Carruth commented on the annexation of property into Cabarrus County along the Rocky River and Highway 29/27 by the City of Locust, in particular a subdivision named, The Villages at Red Bridge. He stated there are no plans for the County to build schools in this area and that part of the subdivision is actually located in Stanly County. He asked if the subdivision approval date had been determined. John Day, County Manager, reported there has been some lack of agreement and clarity of the subdivision approval dates by the Locust Planning Board and City Council. Next, he presented the concept of redistricting students to allow them to attend Stanly County Schools as a possible alternative to the Adequate Public Facilities contribution and commented on the uniqueness of the situation. There was a lengthy discussion and Mr. Day responded to several questions from the Board. Issues. addressed included the following: how does the Locust school situation differ from Kannapolis; pros and cons of the concept; legalities; determining the appropriate contribution for school adequacy in a timely manner; etc. Chairman Carruth stated he thought it is appropriate to direct staff to contact the affected parties to begin discussions on the concept of redistricting. Commissioner White disclosed that his employer, the law firm of Hartsell and Williams, P.A., represents the City of Locust. He expressed concern about participating in the policy discussion and stated his intent to not vote on any issue related to the City of Locust. Richard Koch, County Attorney, advised Commissioner White that since the Board is discussing a policy issue, there is no conflict. After further comments, Commissioner Mynatt MOVED to direct staff to look into the possibility of creating a policy for residents in the Locust area to attend Stanly County schools. Commissioner Privette seconded the motion. Commissioner White asked if he needed to recuse himself from the vote. Mr. Koch responded that he did not.