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157 WHEREAS, the Lady Vikings had an outstanding 2001 softball season which culminated in the State title win and an impressive record of 30-1; and WHEREAS, this championship victory came as a result of the team's commitment, determination and hard work both on and off the playing field; and WHEREAS, the success of this amazing team has again brought tremendous pride and recognition not only to the team members but also to their school and the entire community. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that we, the Cabarrus County Board of Commissioners, do hereby proclaim August 20, 2001 as LADY VIKINGS DAY in Cabarrus County and call upon all citizens to join in saluting these outstanding athletes and the Central Cabarrus High School coaching staff for a job well done! Adopted this the 20th day of August 2001. /s/ Arne L. Fennel Arne L. Fennel, Chairman Cabarrus County Board of Commissioners Board members congratulated Mr. Cook and Miss Cook on the team's successful 2001 softball season. Recognition of Betsy Heath on Her Retirement from the Department of Social Services - Jim Cook~ Social Services Director Mr. Jim Cook, Social Services Director, recognized Ms. Betsy Heath on her retirement from the Cabarrus County Department of Social Services. Ms. Heath began employment with the Department as an Eligibility Specialist on September 1, 1976 and retired as Supervisor of the Department's Child Support Program Intake Unit on July 31, 2001. On behalf of the Board, Chairman Fennel presented a plaque to Ms. Heath in appreciation for her 25 years of dedicated service to Cabarrus County and its citizens. Board members congratulated Ms. Heath on her retirement and expressed their gratitude for her service to Cabarrus County. Presentation of the Certificate and Award of Financial Reporting Achievement to Pam Dubois~ Assistant Finance Director - Blair Bennett~ Deputy County Manager Mr. Blair Bennett, Deputy County Manager for Administration, reported the Government Finance Officers Association {GFOA) of the United States and Canada had awarded Cabarrus County the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting for its comprehensive annual financial report (CAFR) for the 16th consecutive year. He recognized Ms. Pam Dubois, Assistant Finance Director, who was designated as the person primarily responsible for preparing the award- winning CAFR. On behalf of the Board, Commissioner Privette presented the Achievement of Excellence award to Ms. Dubois. Ms. Dubois accepted the award on behalf of the entire Finance Department, stating it takes all of them working together to accomplish this goal. Board members congratulated Ms. Dubois on the award and expressed appreciation for her outstanding work. OLD BUSINESS Update on the County Expo Site - .Mark Chappuis~ Expo Center General Manager Mr. Mark Chappuis, Expo Center General Manager, reported that site work has begun at the Expo Center property. He stated he is currently working on several marketing issues, including a brochure to send to meeting planners and event producers, pricing for use of the facility and meetings with potential corporate sponsors .concerning naming rights for the facility. Finally, Mr? Chappuis reported there would be a booth at this year's Fair to promote the new Expo Park, which will be the site of the 2002 Fair. Ms. Nicole Storey, County Planner, reported that the City of Concord gave site plan approval for the project on August 10 and grading began at the site on August 15. The architects are working on the re-design of the Exhibit Hall since the Board approved the relocation of the building on July 23. There will be a pre-construction meeting of County staff, Matthews Construction officials and subcontractors on August 21. Photographs will be placed on the County's website to'show the progress of work at the Expo Park.