TOWN OF MAGGIE VALLEY

SPECIAL CALLED BOARD OF ALDERMEN MEETING

MAY 26, 2006

MINUTES

Members Present: Aldermen: Roger McElroy, Saralyn Price, Mark DeMeola, and Phil Aldridge

Staff Present: Manager Tim Barth, Planning Director Nathan Clark, and Town Clerk Vickie Best

Others Present: Approximately 15 people in attendance

Meeting Called to Order

Mayor Pro-Tem McElroy called the meeting to order at 9:35 p.m. in the Town Hall Boardroom.

Mayor Pro-Tem McElroy explained that the meeting was called to appoint a Mayor to replace Ms. Jo Pinter after her letter of resignation. Council collectively wishes the very best for Ms. Pinter and her future endeavors.

Acceptance of Mayor’s Letter of Resignation

ALDERMAN ALDRIDGE MADE A MOTION TO ACCEPT MS. PINTER’S RESIGNATION LETTER.

MOTION CARRIED.

Selection of Someone to Serve as Mayor

ALDERMAN PRICE MADE A MOTION TO APPOINT MAYOR PRO-TEM ROGER MCELROY AS MAYOR. MR. MCELROY HAS THE MOST EXPERIENCE ON THE BOARD AND AS MAYOR PRO-TEM SHOULD MOVE UP TO FILL THE MAYOR’S SEAT.

MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.

Mayor McElroy thanked Council for their trust and Ms. McElroy for her support throughout the years in public service.

ALDERMAN ALDRIDGE MADE A MOTION TO APPOINT ALDERMAN MARK DEMEOLA TO SERVE AS MAYOR PRO-TEM. MR. DEMEOLA HAS THE MOST EXPERIENCE.

MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.

Mayor McElroy stated that while serving on the Planning Board, Mr. DeMeola would drive from Florida to attend the meetings. Mr. DeMeola is dedicated to the Town.

Alderman DeMeola thanked Council and stated that it is with honor, humility, and a great love for the Town and the people that he accepts the appointment.

The Clerk administered the oath of office for each position.

Discussion Regarding the Selection Process for a New Alderman

General Statues (160A-63) allow Council to appoint someone to fill a vacancy. The interview process has worked well in the past. Mayor McElroy and Alderman DeMeola both were appointed after going through the interview process to fill a vacancy. It is the most democratic method of selection.

Alderman Aldridge stated that the Town has some pressing issues to address and that he would go along with the process his fellow board members desire but he was ready to make the appointment today.

After further discussion, it was determined that the interview process would be the route Council would take.

ALDERMAN PRICE MADE A MOTION TO ADVERTISE AND ACCEPT APPLICATIONS/ LETTERS OF INTEREST UNTIL JUNE 14, 2006; AT THAT TIME INTERVIEWS WOULD BE SCHEDULED.

MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.

ON MOTION OF ALDERMAN DEMEOLA, WITH ALL IN FAVOR THE MEETING ADJOURNED AT 9:50 A.M.

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Mayor Roger McElroy

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Vickie Best, CMC, Town Clerk