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0 now 13 IDa6 consider a request by the Environmental Management Commission to reclassify a portion of the Deep River as high quality water. One such portion runs between Big Governors Creek and Carbonton. This reclassification became official August 1, 1990. Mr. Barefoot stated that on the other hand, the Division of Water Resources is potentially contributing to the decline of the water quality by diverting large amounts of water from the basin through interbasin transfers. Commissioner Cox stated that the two State agencies' contradictory actions are very contraversial. He added that we have to be concerned not only for ourselves, but for our neighbors, as well. Commissioner Hall asked if the Board needs to send a representative to the public hearing. Chairman Stafford stated that the Board needs to endorse their opposition to the issue in writing, as well as have a representative to speak at the public hearing. The County should be concerned about this matter because the Deep River is the only river supplying the County's water. He directed Mr. Barefoot and Mr. Joyce to investiage the matter further. Mr. Barefoot and Commissioner Paschal agreed to attend the public hearing. Commissioner Wicker moved that the Board go on record opposing the Randleman Dam proposal until further studies justify the project. Commissioner Cox seconded the motion, and upon a vote, the results were as follows: Aye: Cox, Hall, Matthews, Paschal, Reives, Stafford, and Wicker Nay: None The Chairman ruled the motion adopted unanimously. Following a brief recess, Chairman Stafford commended the efforts of the individuals arranging the rally supporting the troops in the Middle East. The rally was a great success. Commissioner Hall suggested sending a letter of commendation to Mr. Billy Ray Cameron for his part in coordinating the rally. Commissioner Cox suggested sending letters of commendation to Mr. Dick Hardy and Mr. Richard Feindel, also, along with the other individuals involved in the planning of this event. Commissioner Cox stated that the Buildings, Grounds, and Utilities Committee reviewed the preliminary plans for the Lee County Senior Center. Commissioner Matthews was asked to present the Committee's proposal to the Board. Commissioner Matthews stated that the architect has performed an outstanding job drafting the preliminary plans as conveyed by the Committee. Commissioner Paschal reiterated the same to Mr. David R. Polston, architect. Commissioner Cox stated that Mrs. Pam Adams, Director of the Department for the Aging, indicated that the building would be adequate for her program's needs. Commissioner Hall asked if moveable partitions would be used in the multi-purpose room. Mr. Polston stated that moveable partitions could convert the large room into three smaller 9