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V. OLD BUSINESS V.A. Consideration of Resolution Supporting the Development of the Rail Corridors Referred to as the S-Line and SA-Line for the Benefits of Higher Speed Rail, Improved Freight Movement, Improved Commuting Times and Economic Development. - Commissioner Dalrymple NCDOT has been working with state partners, private rail firms and the federal government to explore the opportunity posed by the S-Line, the rail corridor that runs from Hamlet to Virginia. The S-Line represents the opportunity to connect major state and regional hubs to support economic development, ease highway congestion and grow communities along the corridor. Government leaders have participated in work sessions to discuss the initiative. There are continued discussions regarding the project's timeline, funding needs, and how to ensure a positive impact on each local community. Many participants inquired how they could support the development of the S-Line. In response to this request NCDOT provided a draft resolution for consideration. Commissioner Smith stated he did not feel there was enough density in Lee County to support this project. Commissioner Reives stated that DOT is in the process of purchasing the line. This is an opportunity for Sanford to have a substation to serve as a commuter line as well as a freight line for the proposed mega site. Commission Knecht requested a presentation from NCDOT regarding the proposed project. Motion: Motion to approve Resolution Supporting the Development of the Rail Corridors Referred to as S-Line and SA-Line for the Benefits of Higher Speed Rail, Improved Freight Movement, Improved Commuting Times and Economic Development as presented. Mover: Robert Reives For: 6 - Amy Dalrymple, Kevin Dodson, Arianna Del Palazzo, Dr. Andre Knecht, Robert Reives, Cameron Sharpe, Against: 1 - Kirk Smith Motion Result: Passed Mover: Robert Reives Against: 1 - Kirk Smith DOT Support Resolution for S-Line.docx VI. NEW BUSINESS VI.A. Request for Relief of Late List Penalty - Fred Anderson Acquisition Co, LLC - Michael Brown Taxpayer Fred Anderson Acquisition Co, LLC has requested relief of late list penalty in the amount of$283.49. Per NCGS 105-307(a), taxpayer is required to file a listing with the tax office by January 31st. The 2019 listing was filed electronically with our office February 26, 2019. The Tax Assessor must apply a 10% late list penalty per NCGS 105-312(h). Michael Brown, Tax Administrator, stated that since the taxes were filed late, there is a 10% late listing penalty applied. This property is within the City limits. 2017 and 2016 were also listed late. Mr. Brown recommended denying the request since it does not appear to meet the guidelines set out with the resolution approved by the Board of County Commissioners. Page 3 of 6