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575 OLD BUSINESS Resignation of Commissioner Jeff Barnhart - Commissioner Barnhart Chairman Fennel recognized Commissioner Barnhart for comments. Commissioner Barnhart was elected in November to the 81st House District seat and will be sworn into office on January 24, 2001. Commissioner Barnhart thanked his parents, his wife and his children for their support, specifically during his ten years as a member of the Board of Commissioners. He expressed pleasure with working with the current Board members and offered words of encouragement to the new Board members as they begin their work to meet the challenges facing Cabarrus County. Commissioner Barnhart then offered his resignation as a member of the Board. UPON MOTION of Chairman Fennel, seconded by Commissioner Privette with Chairman Fennel and Commissioners Privette, Carpenter and Casper voting for, the Board accepted Commissioner Barnhart's resignation from the Board of County Commissioners. Board members extended best wishes to Mr. Barnhart as he begins work as a member of the North Carolina HoUse of Representatives. Appointment of Robert M. Freeman as County Commissioner as Recommended by the Executive Board of the Cabarrus County Republican Party Mr. David Black, Chairman of the Cabarrus County Republican Party, presented the recommendation by the Executive Board of the Republican Party for the appointment of Robert M. Freeman to the County Commission to fill the vacancy created by the resignation of Jeff Barnhart from the Board of Commissioners. The letter of recommendation from the Executive Board was included in the Agenda package and was effective upon the resignation of Mr. Barnhart. UPON MOTION of Chairman Fennel, seconded by Commissioner Casper with Chairman Fennel and Commissioners Casper, Carpenter and Privette voting for, the Board appointed Robert M. Freeman to the Cabarrus County Board of Commissioners to fill the vacated position of Jeff Barnhart for the remaining two years of the term of office. RECOGNITION CEREMONY Recognition of Jeff Barnhart, Carol~rn Carpenter and Sue Cas~er for their Service to Cabarrus County Chairman Fennel opened the recognition ceremony to honor the departing members of the Board of Commissioners. Jeff Barnhart was elected to the Board in 1990 and served continuously since that time. Sue Casper was elected in 1992 and served two consecutive four-year terms. Carolyn Carpenter served a four-year term that began in 1996; however, she previously served on the Board from 1990-94. Mr. Hartsell read a list of highlights of activities and accomplishments of the Board of Commissioners since 1990. These included, among others, the construction of the Coddle Creek Reservoir, construction of a number of new schools, improved bond ratings and enhanced recreational opportunities. On a personal note, he expressed appreciation to the three commissioners for their service to Cabarrus County. Chairman Fennel presented a plaque and red roses to Commissioner Casper in appreciation for her eight years (1992-2000) of service as a member of the Board, including service as Chairman of the Board for the period 1996-98. Commissioner Casper stated it had been a pleasure and honor to serve the residents of Cabarrus County. She commented on the friendships made during her terms of office and expressed appreciation to County staff for their work. Chairman Fennel presented a plaque and red roses to Commissioner Carpenter in appreciation for her four years (1996-2000) of service on the Board, including service as Vice Chairman for the period 1996-98 and 1999- 2000. He pointed out that she had previously served on the Board of Commissioners from 1990 to 1994.