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BK - 00026 PG:1008 is required prior to its passage. County Manager John Crumpton stated that if Commissions allow concealed carry of handguns, with a proper permit on County property, rules must be put in place that clearly notify the public that conceal carry by permit is allowed. It is further recommended that the carrying of all other weapons and /or guns, including open carry, be prohibited by Ordinance and posted as such. Also, there will be limitations to the locations where the public and employees can carry a properly permitted concealed handgun. The Courthouse, McSwain Center, General Services, and the Lee County Animal Shelter are locations that conceal carry will not be allowed. If approved, the Ordinance will not take effect until January 1, 2015. After discussion, Commissioner Smith moved to approve the Resolution to Amend Section 2 -31 of the Lee County Code of Ordinances Concerning Concealed Handguns on County Property, a copy of which is attached to these Minutes and by this reference made a part hereof. Upon a vote, the results were as follows: Aye: Knecht, Parks, Smith, and Womack Nay: Dalrymple, Frazier, and Reives The Chairman ruled the motion had been adopted by a 4 to 3 vote. Ms. Rosalind Cross from Central Carolina Community College completed the required paperwork to appear before the Board and discuss the new Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act and to highlight key changes to program operation for 2015. The Workforce Investment Act (WIA) was put into place in 1998 by Congress to provide training and employment opportunities to unemployed and underemployed adults and youth. The Act provides varying levels of programs and is governed by workforce boards like the Triangle South Workforce Development Board (TSWDB). This board provides oversight to the WIA adult, dislocated worker, youth programs, Incumbent Workforce Development Program, On- the -Job Training and employment opportunities. The board is made up of volunteers from private industry as well as public organizations such as vocational rehabilitation; community based organizations, economic development, the educational system and public employment agencies. Private sector members must represent a minimum of 51% of the membership and members are appointed by the county officials through an appointment process. Anyone interested should contact the local Employment Security Commission for information on the various programs. No action taken. The Board considered a contract amendment with The Wooten Company for the 2011 Lee County Scattered Site Community Development Block Grant Housing Project. Community Development Manager Karen Kennedy stated the original contract for Professional Services with The Wooten Company was approved in September 2012 in the amount of $48,800. At that time, there were no unforeseen circumstances perceived in completing the project with that amount. However, many issues have arisen with program clients and the project that has created additional work for staff. The Wooten Company is requesting a contract amendment in the amount of $10,230. Grant project funds will cover the increased contract amount. After discussion, Commissioner Reives moved to approve a contract amendment with The Wooten Company in the amount of $10,230 as presented, a copy of which is attached to these Minutes and by this reference made a part hereof. Upon a vote, the results were as follows: Aye: Dalrymple, Frazier, Knecht, Parks, Reives, Smith, and Womack Nay: None The Chairman ruled the motion had been adopted unanimously. The Board heard an update from Sanford -Lee County Partnership for Prosperity (SLCPP) CEO Rodger Sauls on activities within the new organization. Mr. Sauls stated the re- organization of Economic Development and the Chamber of Commerce was similar to building a small business due to