May 2008 Minutes

Annabelle Morgan called the meeting to order
Joyce Little gave the invocation
The April minutes were approved on a motion from Joyce Little, Ron Crawley 2nd.
Annabelle Morgan gave an updated balance of $xxxxx in the bank account as of 3/31/2008.

Guest
John Daniel was introduced as candidate for district court Judge.

County Commissioner Lindsey Dunevant & Commissioner Candidate Ron Crawley spoke to the group about a possible sales tax increase to cover budget shortfalls. The proposed increase would be a ¼ % increase in local sales tax which would generate approximately $1.3 million in increased revenue for the county. Mr. Dunevant & Mr. Crawley both encouraged voters to consider voting for this proposal as it seems to be the fairest way to raise the needed funds as opposed to a property tax increase to accomplish a similar outcome.

Old Business/Committee Reports

Joyce Little gave a report from the beautification committee. Mayor Little stated that the committee has been discussing moving the potted plants from along Main Street to one central location on the lot between Reggie Hinson’s Tax Office and Suntrust Bank. The lot will need some dirt moved in as well as gravel but will allow for better upkeep and maintenance. The beautification committee has asked for the support of GOBA. A motion was made to offer our support by Becky Rowell with a 2nd by Betsy Heath.

Reports
Oakboro Police Department—Lt. George Burris reported that the department responded to 181 calls in the month of March with 3 felonies taking place in the last week and a half. Lt. Burris encouraged everyone by stating that there are suspects in each of these cases.

Chamber of Commerce---Lisa Watts stated that the Business After Hours for West Stanly went extremely well and thanked GOBA for their support in this event.

New Business/Discussion

Jane Barnhardt asked the group for help with the upcoming exhibit at the museum for July 4th. Jane stated the exhibit needs pictures of things local families do or have done to celebrate the event each of the past 50 years.

Annabelle Morgan declared the meeting adjourned