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12 51 compared with the ty of Sanford. Mr. Joyce Qvised the tap on fees were identical. The County's rates are a little higher since the County's system is smaller and does not have as big a customer base to depend on. The Water Committee discussed looking at rates, but decided to wait until budget time. This would also allow some time to be on line with the Floyd Browne Plant. Commissioner Dossenbach moved to adopt the Water System Rules and Regulations for the Lee County Water System as presented. Commissioner Cox seconded the motion, and upon a vote the results were as follows: Aye: Cox, Dossenbach, Matthews, Stafford and Wicker Nay: None The Chairman ruled the motion carried unanimously. Commissioner Stafford asked Mr. Joyce for an update on the water plant at Golden Poultry. Mr. Joyce reported that the water plant is on line and is averaging about 1,000,000 gallons a day. The Board next considered a request from the Environmental Affairs Board for Lee County Government to consider purchasing only recyclable paper for County use. Commissioner Stafford reported this was part of a motion from the Environmental Affairs Board which passed unanimously. The problem of recyclable goods exists not only in Lee County, but statewide and nationwide. If we are going to begin to get into the recycling business, then we have to assist in helping create some markets for that product. They are requesting this Board to consider adopting a policy that recyclable paper be purchased and used in all shapes, forms and measures where possible by the County. County Manager Cowan advised that the Chamber of Commerce has an Environmental Affairs Committee and they are very interested in participation in this program. Commissioner Cox asked if a study had been made on the life of recyclable paper for records at the courthouse and libraries that are kept for perpetuity. The County Attorney advised that a copy of the records in the Register of Deeds office goes into the archives so if they were destroyed they can be reproduced. After discussion, the Board agreed to have the County Manager look into this and report back to the Board as soon as possible. The Board next considered a replacement for Mr. Albert Fowler who had advised that he could not serve on the Mid- Carolina Council of Government. It was agreed that Chairman Wicker would select someone to serve on this Board. The Board then discussed the following Proposed Budget Procedure Calendar for Fiscal Year 1990-1991: 2