Orange County public meetings in 2025

Housing Authority Board

The Orange County Housing Authority Advisory Board will consider a vote to amend its five‑year plan to allow non‑competitive selection of PBV projects. The meeting also includes completing the 2026 Work Plan and discussing ideas for 2026 initiatives. Additional agenda items cover HUD’s Five‑Year Plan and a program manager’s report on vouchers and informal hearings.

• Vote on amendment to the five‑year plan for non‑competitive PBV project selection
• Complete the 2026 Work Plan
• Discuss ideas to accomplish in 2026
• Review HUD’s Five‑Year Plan
• Program Manager’s report on voucher utilization, issuance, terminations, and informal hearings

Board of Equalization & Review

The Orange County Board of Equalization and Review will hear appeals regarding business personal property and unimproved land parcels. The session includes hearings for properties in Hillsborough, Carrboro, and Chapel Hill.

• Appeals for Dhaba Hub (110 N Columbia St)
• Appeals for Morgan Creek Capital Mgmt. (301 W Barbee Chapel Rd)
• Appeals for Tarheel Town Pharmacy (370 E Main St)
• Appeals for West Franklin Preservation Partners (200 & 206 W Franklin St)
• Appeals for Industrial Connections and Solutions (6801 Industrial Drive)

Board of Equalization & Review

The Orange County Board of Equalization and Review will hold two appeal hearing sessions, one at 9:00 a.m. and another at 1:00 p.m., to consider appeals for various property owners listed on the agenda. The board will also consider a consent agenda that proposes assessment value changes for several parcels, including reductions for Willie Mae Patterson and James Bulbrook and adjustments for Christopher J. Gibson. Decisions on the consent agenda will be made after review of the staff recommendations. The meeting will conclude with adjournment.

• Appeal hearing at 9:00 a.m. for S V Center LLC – 400 Market Street Unit 100
• Appeal hearing at 10:00 a.m. for Dreamy Hollow Apartments – 602 Jones Ferry Road
• Consent agenda: reduce Willie Mae Patterson’s parcel value to $308,700
• Consent agenda: adjust James Bulbrook’s parcel value to $433,700
• Consent agenda: revise Christopher J. Gibson’s parcel value to $403,200

Board of Equalization & Review

The Orange County Board of Equalization and Review will hear appeals regarding property valuations for 16 properties across Hillsborough and unincorporated areas.

• Hear appeal for 303 East Rosemary Street
• Hear appeal for 4117 Westwood Drive
• Hear appeal for 6157 Moinear Lane
• Hear appeal for 308 Forbush Mountain Drive
• Hear appeal for 1123 Blackwood Mountain Road

The Orange County Board of Equalization and Review heard five real‑property appeals. It accepted the county‑proposed values for the Richmond and Farrell properties and adjusted the assessed values for the Rhodes, Brown, and Sui properties as detailed in the board motions. All motions were adopted unanimously by the members present.

• Accepted county's proposed value $1,051,700 for 303 E Rosemary St. (Matthew Richmond)
• Accepted county's proposed value $263,200 for 2825 Yates Road (William Kenneth Farrell)
• Adjusted assessed value to $238,700 for 4117 Westwood Dr. (John Rhodes)
• Adjusted assessed value to $2,922,700 for 201 S. Cameron Street (Paul W. Brown)
• Adjusted assessed value to $1,363,600 for 6157 Moinear Ln (Xudong Sui)

Orange Unified Transportation Board

The Orange Unified Transportation Board reviewed the County Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan, including ten concept designs and safety recommendations such as a 10‑foot shared‑use path on Old NC 86. The board also heard a staff report proposing fare‑free service on all four fixed‑route buses, which will be presented to the Board of County Commissioners in December 2025. Members discussed aligning the Unified Development Ordinance with the bike‑ped plan and noted that the plan will be forwarded to the BOCC for adoption in early 2026.

• Review of County Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan with ten project concepts
• Recommendation for a 10‑foot shared‑use path on Old NC 86
• Staff proposal for fare‑free fixed‑route bus service to go before BOCC
• Discussion of updating the Unified Development Ordinance to match the plan
• Approval of November 17, 2025 meeting minutes

The board unanimously approved the minutes from the November 17, 2025 meeting. It also unanimously approved changing the January OUTBoard meeting date to Thursday, January 15, 2026. The meeting was adjourned at 7:21 pm.

• Approved November 17, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved change of January OUTBoard meeting to Thursday, Jan 15, 2026 (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:21 pm

Board of Equalization & Review

The Orange County Board of Equalization and Review will conduct two sessions of tax appeal hearings, one in the morning and one in the afternoon, on December 11, 2025. Each listed owner will present an appeal regarding the indicated property. No decisions are recorded in the agenda; the meetings are for hearing the appeals.

• Appeal – 105 Arbutus Place – Dumitru Adrian Ilie (PIN 9787970735)
• Appeal – 215 Legends Way – Keyway LLC (PIN 9870023515)
• Appeal – 601 West Rosemary Street, Unit 416 – William M. Weidemaier (PIN 9788066395)
• Appeal – 215 Hillsborough Street, Unit A – Jeffrey B. Neelon (PIN 9788488688)
• Appeal – 4030 Legato Lane – Thomas O. Mills (PIN 9846853837, continued from 10/30)

The Orange County Board of Equalization and Review accepted the county’s proposed assessed values for four properties: 105 Arbutus Place, 215 Legends Way, 601 West Rosemary Unit 416, and 321 W. Poplar Avenue. Each motion was made and seconded by board members and passed with unanimous support. No changes to the county’s valuations were ordered.

• Approved county‑proposed value $385,200 for 105 Arbutus Place (motion by Richal Vanhook, seconded by Saru Salvi)
• Approved county‑proposed value $359,300 for 215 Legends Way (motion by Saru Salvi, seconded by Richal Vanhook)
• Approved county‑proposed value $689,600 for 601 West Rosemary Unit 416 (motion by Saru Salvi, seconded by Richal Vanhook)
• Approved county‑proposed value $416,100 for 321 W. Poplar Avenue (motion by Richal Vanhook, seconded by Saru Salvi)

Orange County Broadband Task Force

The Broadband Task Force will receive updates on broadband progress and reports from Lumos and the NCDIT Broadband Infrastructure Office. The meeting includes discussions on BEAD and Stop Gap initiatives.

• Broadband update from Reynolds/Myren
• Lumos update from Director Andrew Stevenson
• NCDIT BEAD and Stop Gap update from Director Angie Bailey
• Approval of minutes/notes

OCPT Staff Working Group

The group will discuss FY26 Q3 AWP amendment proposals, including new marketing, a transit dashboard, reserve fleet support, a staffing study, and a funding request for Morgan Creek Greenway Phase 1. FY27 project sheets will be presented as informational items. The Financial Policies and Procedures Subcommittee will be discussed with a recommendation for approval, and the addition of non‑voting members will be recommended for approval.

• FY26 Q3 AWP Amendments – marketing, transit dashboard, reserve fleet, staffing study, Morgan Creek Greenway Phase 1 funding request (public comment)
• FY27 Project Sheets – informational presentation
• Financial Policies and Procedures Subcommittee – discussion and recommendation for approval
• Add non‑voting members – recommendation for approval
• Tax District FY26‑Q1 OC Financial Results TDA – informational

Historic Preservation Commission

The Orange County Historic Preservation Commission will decide whether to approve the HPC Calendar for 2026. The meeting also includes discussion of the draft Annual Report and Work Plan, the commission's role in reviewing a proposed cell tower/5G antenna near Carrboro, and plans for a Harvey’s Chapel Cemetery access trail and interpretive sign. Additional items include an update on the Henry Calvin Andrews farmstead easement project and a field trip schedule. The agenda concludes with several preservation project updates.

• Approval of HPC Calendar for 2026
• Review of HPC draft Annual Report and Work Plan
• Discussion of proposed cell tower/5G antenna near Carrboro
• Harvey’s Chapel Cemetery access trail and interpretive sign
• Field trip to Henry Calvin Andrews farmstead easement project

The commission approved the minutes from the October 22, 2025 meeting after a motion was moved and seconded. Members also approved the proposed Historic Preservation Commission calendar for 2026, with the motion carried. No other formal actions were taken at this meeting.

• Approved October 22, 2025 meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Approved proposed HPC calendar for 2026 (motion carried)

Board of Equalization & Review

The Orange County Board of Equalization and Review will conduct two rounds of property‑tax appeals hearings, reviewing appeals for the listed owners and properties. It will also act on a consent agenda that includes a recommendation to grant a full exemption for low‑ and moderate‑income housing under G.S. 105‑278.6 and a recommendation to approve a late religious‑purpose application for Ne Life Baptist Church. Several parcel values will be adjusted as detailed in the consent agenda.

• Appeal hearing at 9:00 AM for Eva Viola Barnett – 704 W Rosemary Street, Unit A
• Appeal hearing at 1:00 PM for Malinda Minor Fraley – 221 Knolls Street
• Consent agenda recommendation to grant full exemption for low‑/moderate‑income housing under G.S. 105‑278.6
• Consent agenda recommendation to approve late application for religious purposes for Ne Life Baptist Church under G.S. 105‑278.3
• Parcel value adjustment for Susan Cox: $907,100 reduced to $778,000

The Orange County Board of Equalization and Review approved new assessed values for six appealed properties, setting the values at $301,100, $255,100, $225,700, $329,000, $262,365, and $1,126,000. A motion to rescind the original vote on PIN 9768684975 and adjust its value to $1,126,000 was also carried. All motions were adopted without recorded objections.

• Approved revised value $301,100 for Eva Viola Barnett (PIN 9788062518)
• Approved revised value $255,100 for Carolyn Evans (PIN 9788070212)
• Approved revised value $225,700 for Matthew W. Fearrington (PIN 9788070208)
• Approved county's proposed value $329,000 for Marlou Pippin (PIN 9788073923)
• Approved revised value $262,365 for Rodney Antoine Taylor Sr. (PIN 9788096126)
• Rescinded original vote on PIN 9768684975 and set adjusted value to $1,126,000

Board of Adjustment

The Orange County Board of Adjustment will approve the November 12, 2025 meeting minutes and review its public charge and conflict‑of‑interest policies. The main business is an evidentiary hearing on Special Use Permit Major Modification case SUP25-009 for the Emerson Waldorf School, located at 6211 New Jericho Road, Chapel Hill. The board will determine legal standing, consider a continuance request, and then decide whether to approve or deny the permit modification.

• Approval of November 12, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous vote).
• Public charge reminder and decorum rules for attendees.
• Conflict‑of‑interest statement for board members.
• Evidentiary hearing on SUP25-009 major modification for Emerson Waldorf School at 6211 New Jericho Road.
• Continuance request by Sylvia Stracke to have counsel present.

Affordable Housing Advisory Board

The Affordable Housing Advisory Board will approve the previous meeting's minutes, hear updates from board members and staff, and discuss its work plan for the upcoming period. No decisions beyond routine agenda items are indicated.

• Approval of minutes
• Board member updates
• Staff updates
• Discussion of work plan (60 minutes)

The Affordable Housing Advisory Board met on Dec 9 2025 and identified volunteers to assist staff with a data‑analysis project on the long‑term repair assistance program. Members also discussed a range of planning questions, including expedited permits, rural buffers, and ADU policies. The Board noted that Community Engagement Window #3 for the County’s 2050 Comprehensive Plan has been postponed, with a new date to be announced later.

Board of County Commissioners

The Orange County Board will hold a public hearing on a proposed five‑year performance‑based incentive agreement with CITEL America, Inc. (Project Rooster) and consider approving the incentive, which could total $100,433. The meeting also includes discussion of adding funds to the Longtime Homeowner Assistance program, a one‑year pilot for fare‑free fixed‑route transportation, and approval of several consent‑agenda items such as tax refunds, vehicle purchases, health‑department fee changes, and a budget amendment.

• Public hearing on CITEL America incentive (Project Rooster) – $15,250,000 investment, up to $100,433 incentive
• Longtime Homeowner Assistance (LHA) program – potential addition of funds
• One‑year pilot for fare‑free fixed‑route transportation service
• Consent agenda approvals: motor vehicle tax refunds, health department fee changes, FY 2025‑26 Budget Amendment #5, transit scheduling software agreement
• Report on revaluation appeals and neighborhood reviews

The Orange County Board of Commissioners approved a performance‑based incentive agreement with CITIL America, Inc., authorizing the Chair to sign the agreement and the County Manager to sign contract amendments up to $100,433. The Board also unanimously approved adding a resolution supporting JCPC legislative funding requests and an item to discuss appointments to the Juvenile Crime Prevention Council to the agenda.

• Approved performance‑based incentive agreement with CITEL America, Inc.; Chair authorized to sign, County Manager to sign amendments up to $100,433
• Unanimously approved adding JCPC funding resolution and Juvenile Crime Prevention Council appointments item to agenda

Advisory Board on Aging

The Orange County Advisory Board on Aging will meet to approve minutes, receive staff updates on the Seymour Center, and discuss the FY25-26 budget and SNAP benefits. The group will also review reports on the 2022-27 Master Aging Plan and progress on the 2027-32 plan.

• Approval of November 11, 2025 minutes
• Seymour Center facility manager position posted
• FY25-26 budget: ITGC project request for Rec Trac upgrade
• Discussion of SNAP benefits and food security
• First Quarter Year 4 reports from Master Aging Plan workgroups

The Advisory Board on Aging approved the minutes from the November 11, 2025 meeting. No other formal actions, approvals, denials, or votes were recorded during this session.

• Approved November 11, 2025 minutes

Board of Equalization & Review

The Board of Equalization and Review will meet to hear appeals regarding property tax valuations. The board will review 16 specific accounts, including residential properties and unimproved parcels.

• Appeal for 6615 Craig Road (William S. Totten Jr.)
• Appeal for 312 Burlage Circle (Edward Philip Bala Keen Trustee)
• Appeal for 8.47 acre unimproved parcel on Harmony Church Road (Condoza Pinnix Jeffries)
• Appeal for Lots 3 and A, G and B Farm Lane (Evans Estates REI LLC)
• Appeal for 32.1 acres near Honeypot Lane (John D. Billing)

The board rescinded a prior consent‑agenda vote for PIN 9788394516.005 and revised the property's value to $460,900. It also adopted county‑proposed values for several appeals, including $699,400 for William S. Totten Jr., $702,000 for Finbar J. Gallagher, $304,500 for Caroline M. Sherman, $880,900 for Edward Philip Bala Keen, $320,200 for Robin John Unwin, and $107,600 for Condoza Pinnix Jeffries.

• Rescinded consent‑agenda vote for PIN 9788394516.005 and revised value to $460,900 (motion carried)
• Set William S. Totten Jr. property value at $699,400 (motion passed)
• Accept county‑proposed value $702,000 for Finbar J. Gallagher (motion passed)
• Change Caroline M. Sherman property value to $304,500 (motion passed)
• Accept county‑proposed value $880,900 for Edward Philip Bala Keen (motion passed)
• Accept county‑proposed value $320,200 for Robin John Unwin (motion passed)
• Accept county‑proposed value $107,600 for Condoza Pinnix Jeffries (motion passed)

Commission for the Environment

The Orange County Commission for the Environment will approve the draft meeting summary from November 10, 2025. It will consider continuing sponsorship of the Orange Photo Contest. The commission will allocate $267,750 among climate action grant applicants. It will discuss and aim to approve the final Annual Report and Work Plan for submission by January 16, 2026.

• Approval of Draft Meeting Summary – November 10, 2025
• Continuation of sponsorship for the Orange Photo Contest
• Allocation of $267,750 to climate action grant applicants
• Discussion and approval of the Annual Report and Work Plan (deadline Jan 16, 2026)
• Update on co‑writing an Agrivoltaics Grant with Cooperative Extension for $765,000

Tax Assessment Work Group

The Tax Assessment Work Group will meet to discuss a Request for Proposal for a consultant to analyze the reappraisal. The group will also receive updates on neighborhood reviews and appeals.

• Review and discussion of Request for Proposal for consultant to review and analyze the reappraisal
• Update on appeals and neighborhood reviews

The group unanimously approved the meeting summary from December 2, 2025. They set the deadline for the reappraisal analysis RFP to January 23, 2025. The work group agreed to hold future meetings on the third of each month and to conduct them virtually. The next meeting was scheduled for Monday, January 12, 2026 at 1 PM via Microsoft Teams.

• Approved meeting summary from Dec 2, 2025 (unanimous)
• Set RFP deadline for reappraisal analysis to Jan 23, 2025
• Adopted monthly meetings on the 3rd and virtual format
• Scheduled next meeting for Jan 12, 2026 at 1 PM via Teams

Planning Board

The Orange County Planning Board will meet to review and comment on a set of proposed amendments to the Unified Development Ordinance (UDO). The amendments address error corrections, allow existing schools to expand up to 50% as a legal non‑conforming use, remove a unique swimming‑pool fence setback, eliminate an erosion‑control waiver, and update the ordinance to reflect NC Session Law 2025‑94. No additional funding is required for the changes. The committee will provide feedback but no final decision is made at this meeting.

• Error corrections and internal reference updates in the UDO
• Permit existing schools to expand up to 50% on current property as non‑conforming use
• Eliminate the unique swimming‑pool fence setback in the accessory‑use definition
• Remove the erosion‑control “waiver” that adds regulatory burden
• Update stormwater regulation threshold from 0.5 to 1 acre per NC Session Law 2025‑94

The board heard a presentation on a unified development ordinance omnibus amendment package covering error corrections, state law updates, school property rules, erosion control waivers, zoning, and landscaping standards. Members discussed the impacts on school properties, erosion control permitting, future zoning items, and tree preservation in new developments. No votes or formal actions were taken before adjournment.

Planning Board

The Planning Board will continue review of a zoning atlas amendment that would rezone approximately 78.11 acres at 1039‑UT NC 86 North from Agricultural Residential (AR) to Residential‑Conditional District (R‑CD) and will make a recommendation to the Board of County Commissioners. The meeting also includes routine items such as approval of the October 1, 2025 meeting minutes, a planning calendar for December and January, and a notice that the October 8 Board of Adjustment meeting was cancelled. The board reiterated the public charge policy and asked attendees to silence electronic devices.

• Zoning Atlas Amendment: rezone +/- 78.11 acres at 1039‑UT NC 86 North from AR to R‑CD; BOCC hearing anticipated November 6, 2025
• Approval of October 1, 2025 Planning Board meeting minutes
• Cancellation of the October 8 Board of Adjustment meeting due to lack of business
• Presentation of the planning calendar for December and January
• Public charge reminder: decorum and electronic device policy

The Orange County Planning Board approved the minutes from the October 1 meeting with a unanimous vote. No other motions were adopted during the session. The board also reminded members of attendance requirements but took no formal action on that matter.

• Approved October 1 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Board of Equalization & Review

The Orange County Board of Equalization and Review will hold appeals hearings for six unimproved parcels on Shadylawn Road. After the hearings, the board will vote on a consent agenda that proposes new assessed values for several properties, citing fee appraisals, easements, topography, and other factors. The meeting concludes with standard procedural items.

• Appeal hearing for 0.46‑acre parcel on Shadylawn Road (PIN 9789782716)
• Appeal hearing for 0.72‑acre parcel on Shadylawn Road (PIN 9789781663)
• Consent agenda: adjust Evan Hockett's parcel value from $745,000 to $688,600
• Consent agenda: adjust Robert Marshall Jr.'s parcel value from $260,000 to $195,000
• Consent agenda: adjust Joao M Defigueiredo's parcel value from $1,368,900 to $1,263,600

The Board of Equalization and Review considered six appeals by Jeff Erick Essen for parcels on Shadylawn Road. It kept the assessed value at $31,800 for Lot 6, reduced Lot 7 to $39,800, kept Lot 5 at $39,800, reduced Lot 2R to $39,800, and kept Lot 3 at $39,800. All motions were approved unanimously.

• Accepted county's proposed value of $31,800 for Lot 6 (no change)
• Approved reduced value of $39,800 for Lot 7
• Accepted county's proposed value of $39,800 for Lot 5 (no change)
• Approved reduced value of $39,800 for Lot 2R
• Accepted county's proposed value of $39,800 for Lot 3 (no change)

Parks & Recreation Council

The Parks & Recreation Council will consider several new business items, including approval of the November 5 meeting summary, the Biennial Joint Advisory Boards Meeting, the Nature of Orange Photography Contest, and the 2026 calendar. It will also review and approve the 2025 Annual Report and 2026 Work Plan. Additional discussion will cover the Blackwood Farm Park Phase II.B master‑plan amendment, which includes a $200,000 water loop system.

• Approval of Meeting Summaries, November 5 (Attachment 1)
• Biennial Joint Advisory Boards Meeting (Attachment 2)
• Approval of the 2026 Calendar
• Review and approval of the 2025 Annual Report / 2026 Work Plan
• Blackwood Farm Park Phase II.B water loop system costing $200,000

The Parks & Recreation Council unanimously approved the meeting summary from November 5, the draft 2026 calendar, and the annual report and work plan (pending staff corrections). Staff reported that a joint advisory boards meeting is unlikely this year and will revisit scheduling next year. The council opened the floor for proposals on the 2026 Nature of Orange Photography Contest theme, with staff to make the final decision.

• Approved November 5 meeting summary (unanimous)
• Approved 2026 calendar schedule (unanimous)
• Approved annual report and work plan pending staff corrections (unanimous)

Tax Assessment Work Group

The group will open with a welcome, approve the meeting summary, listen to a presentation by Marcus Kinrade, the Wake County Tax Administrator, and then discuss questions and next steps.

• Welcome attendees
• Approval of meeting summary
• Presentation by Marcus Kinrade, Wake County Tax Administrator
• Questions and next steps

The Orange County Tax Assessment Work Group approved the meeting summary from November 14, 2025 with a unanimous vote. The group heard a presentation from Wake County Tax Administrators and discussed next steps. Members were asked to review prior presentations and submit comments before the next meeting scheduled for December 5, 2025.

• Approved meeting summary (unanimous)

Board of Equalization & Review

The Orange County Board of Equalization and Review will hear tax appeal cases for a series of property owners. Each listed owner will present their appeal regarding the assessment of a specific parcel or building. The board will consider the appeals but no decisions are recorded in this agenda.

• CAJF Associates LLC – 401 NC 54 Bypass – Remote Spatialest
• FWDA LLC – 1521 East Franklin Street – Remote Spatialest
• North Estes LLC – 306 Estes Drive Building A Unit 1 – Remote Spatialest
• PNGA LLC – 100 Pinegate Circle – Remote Spatialest
• Tarheel Lodging Flag Lot LLC – 0.85‑acre parcel on Service Road – Yes

The Orange County Board of Equalization and Review accepted the county’s proposed values for six appeals, adopting the recommended amounts for CAJF Associates LLC, FWDA LLC, PNGA LLC, RWJF Associates LLC, and two RP Barnes parcels. The board also changed the assessed value for North Estes LLC to $28,000,000. All motions were approved by all board members present.

• Accepted county's proposed value of $23,157,500 for CAJF Associates LLC (unanimous)
• Accepted county's proposed value of $13,322,100 for FWDA LLC (unanimous)
• Changed value of North Estes LLC to $28,000,000 (unanimous)
• Changed value of PNGA LLC to $35,800,00 (unanimous)
• Accepted county's proposed value of $16,255,700 for RWJF Associates LLC (unanimous)
• Accepted county's proposed value of $21,381,800 for RP Barnes LLC (parcel 9778731754) (unanimous)
• Accepted county's proposed value of $383,000 for RP Barnes LLC (parcel 9778741062) (unanimous)
• Accepted county's proposed value of $16,255,700 for RWJF Associates LLC (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Orange County Board of Commissioners will meet to elect a new Chair and Vice-Chair and designate voting delegates for the next year. The board will also receive a report on local homelessness data and consider several consent agenda items.

• Election of Board Chair and Vice-Chair
• Designation of voting delegates for NCACC and NACo meetings
• Approval of Fairview Park Memorandum of Interlocal Agreement renewal
• Approval of School Enrollment Forecasting Contract with UNC
• Approval of ABB, Inc. Performance Agreement Amendment

The Orange County Board of Commissioners unanimously elected Jean Hamilton as Chair and Amy Fowler as Vice‑Chair. Commissioners also designated voting delegates and alternates for NCACC and NACo meetings by consensus.

• Jean Hamilton elected Chair (7 votes)
• Amy Fowler elected Vice‑Chair (7 votes)
• Commissioner Carter designated voting delegate for NACo (consensus)
• Commissioner Portie‑Ascott designated voting delegate for NCACC (consensus)
• Commissioner Portie‑Ascott designated alternate voting delegate for NACo (consensus)
• Commissioner McKee designated alternate voting delegate for NCACC (consensus)

Board of County Commissioners

The Orange County Board of Commissioners will receive a presentation on conservation subdivisions and hold a facilitated discussion to identify next steps for the 2050 Land Use Plan. The session is part of the Board's request for additional background information and will allow members to comment and provide feedback. Funding for the required professional services was approved in the FY 2025‑26 Budget Amendment #3.

• Presentation on Conservation Subdivisions addressing current allowances and parameters
• Facilitated discussion led by Strategic Planning Manager Kelly Guadalupe on next steps for the 2050 Land Use Plan
• Budget Amendment #3 (FY 2025‑26) approved funding for additional professional services
• Attachments A (Part A) and B (Part B) contain detailed information requests for the plan
• Project updates and resources are posted at https://www.orangecountylanduseplan.com

The Board met for a retreat at the Whitted Human Services Center to review the 2050 land‑use plan, focusing on conservation subdivisions. Commissioners listened to a presentation by Randall Arendt on design and septic considerations. No votes or formal actions were taken during the session.

Housing Authority Board

The Orange County Housing Authority Advisory Board will review the Program Manager's report on voucher utilization and terminations. The board will also discuss Project-Based Voucher (PBV) updates and the Foster Youth to Independence program.

• Project-Based Voucher (PBV) RFP announcement and application status
• OCHA flood zone acknowledgment
• Foster Youth to Independence graduation to Housing Choice Vouchers (HCV)
• Program Manager's report on voucher issuance and utilization

The board approved the meeting minutes with a unanimous vote. It also unanimously approved allowing Foster Youth Independence graduates to be placed on the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program. The board discussed PBV updates, flood‑zone tenant disclosures, and reviewed a draft work plan for 2026.

• Approved meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved placement of Foster Youth Independence graduates onto HCV program (unanimous)

Board of Equalization & Review

The Orange County Board of Equalization and Review will hold two sessions of tax appeal hearings on November 20, 2025. The morning session begins at 9:00 a.m. and the afternoon session at 1:00 p.m., each reviewing appeals submitted by individual owners and entities. Each listed appeal includes the property address and indicates that a spatial estimate will be prepared. No other agenda items are listed.

• Appeal for 108 Saddle Ridge Road (owner Fan Wei) – spatial estimate required
• Appeal for 212 North Graham Street (Mastin Holdings LLC) – spatial estimate required
• Appeal for 0.15‑acre parcel on Gomains Avenue (CHNS LLC) – spatial estimate required
• Appeal for 7823 Dairy Ridge Road (owner Stephens Christopher I) – spatial estimate required
• Appeal for 9.58‑acre parcel on Crossroads Church Cemetery Road (Linda Wilkerson Wagner) – spatial estimate required

The Orange County Board of Equalization and Review heard six real‑property appeals and voted to accept the county’s recommended values. Three properties received reduced assessed values, while the other three remained unchanged. All motions were made, seconded, and approved by the board members present.

• Accepted county's proposed value $747,200 for 108 Saddle Ridge Rd (Fan Wei) – reduction applied
• Accepted county's proposed value $236,600 for 2527 Gemena Rd (Mona L. Daniels) – reduction applied
• Accepted county's proposed value $597,600 for 100 Hoot Owl Ln (Milada A. Vachudova) – reduction applied
• Accepted county's proposed value $142,500 for 6422 Allie Mae Rd (Jimmy L. Bradshaw) – no change
• Accepted county's proposed value $679,400 for 2470 Foxwood Dr (Patrick Kendal Kuiper) – no change
• Accepted county's proposed value $1,993,600 for 4982 Shakori Trail (Ziad Gellad) – no change

Chapel Hill/Orange County Visitors Bureau

The Board of Directors will meet to review budget updates and upcoming events, including the Savannah Bananas. The agenda includes a presentation from the Communications and Digital Strategies staff and a report from the Executive Director.

• Budget update and Savannah Bananas event planning
• Introduction of Marcus Ginyard as director of special projects
• Review of Communications/Digital Strategies Dept staff reports
• Discussion of a previous motion to allocate up to $200,000 for Savannah Bananas marketing

The advisory board unanimously approved the minutes from the October 15, 2025 meeting. A motion to adjourn was made, seconded, and passed with everyone in favor. No other substantive actions were recorded.

• Approved October 15, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Board of Equalization & Review

The Board of Equalization and Review will conduct appeals hearings for several property owners listed on the agenda. It will also consider a consent agenda that recommends changes to assessed values and tax exemptions for multiple parcels. One recommendation is a 75% exemption that would reduce the assessed value of West Village Acquisition LLC’s property from $4,937,700 to $1,234,425.

• Appeal hearing at 1:00 PM for Thomas Cummings – 1400 Brigham Road
• Appeal hearing at 1:10 PM for John D. Stephens – 113 Bolinwood Drive
• Consent agenda recommendation to lower Todd Edwards’ parcel value from $4,065,800 to $3,123,700
• Recommendation to grant full tax exemption to ECP CH West End LLC
• Recommendation to grant a 75% tax exemption to West Village Acquisition LLC, reducing value from $4,937,700 to $1,234,425

The Board approved the consent agenda and rescinded a prior consent agenda vote, revising the value of PIN 9767695549 to $790,000. It then accepted the county’s proposed assessed values for seven appealed properties, confirming values ranging from $80,000 to $1,177,500. All motions passed unanimously.

• Accepted the proposed consent agenda (unanimous)
• Rescinded original consent agenda vote on PIN 9767695549 and revised value to $790,000 (unanimous)
• Accepted county's proposed value of $531,000 for 1400 Brigham Road (unanimous)
• Accepted county's proposed value of $415,800 for 8218 Brights Way (unanimous)
• Accepted county's proposed value of $696,900 for 108 Macrae Court (unanimous)
• Accepted county's proposed value of $80,000 for Lot 23, Hill Street (unanimous)
• Accepted county's proposed value of $1,177,500 for 229 Huntington Drive (unanimous)
• Accepted county's proposed value of $968,500 for 113 Bolinwood Drive (unanimous)

Agricultural Preservation Board

The Orange County Agricultural Preservation Board meets on Nov 19, 2025 at Chestnut Ridge Camp and Retreat Center. The board will decide whether to approve the meeting calendar for 2026. It will also discuss the draft 2025 Annual Report and Work Plan, receive a farmland preservation subcommittee update, and hear about a grant application for a community services study.

• Approval of meeting calendar for 2026
• Member input and review of Draft Annual Report and Work Plan for 2025
• Farmland Preservation Subcommittee update on plan editing process
• Grant application for Cost of Community Services Study for Orange County
• Extension and Ag Economic Development activities (Mike Ortosky)

The board approved the September 17, 2025 meeting summary after a motion was moved and seconded. The board also approved the draft calendar for APB meetings in 2026 following a motion that was carried. No other substantive decisions were recorded.

• Approved September 17, 2025 meeting summary (motion carried)
• Approved draft meeting calendar for 2026 (motion carried)

Board of Health

The Orange County Board of Health will approve the November 19, 2025 agenda and the October 29, 2025 minutes, hold educational sessions on client satisfaction, and consider several action items including a debt write‑off, a fee update, and a recommendation for a vacant at‑large seat. A closed session will discuss the Health Director’s annual review. The meeting also includes priority committee updates and a public comment period.

• Approval of November 19, 2025 agenda
• Approval of October 29, 2025 minutes
• Debt Write‑Off and Debt Set‑Off
• Fee Update
• Recommend candidate to fill vacant at‑large seat

The Board elected Tony Whitaker as chair and Dr. Brian Crandell as vice‑chair for 2026. It voted to recommend Dr. Natalicio “Nat” Serrano to the County Commissioners to fill the vacant at‑large seat. The amended 2026 meeting schedule was approved, and both the agenda and the October 29, 2025 minutes were adopted without dissent.

• Elected Tony Whitaker as chair and Dr. Brian Crandell as vice‑chair (unanimous)
• Recommended Dr. Natalicio Serrano for vacant at‑large seat (unanimous)
• Approved amended 2026 Board of Health meeting schedule (unanimous)
• Approved November 19, 2025 agenda (unanimous)
• Approved October 29, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board removed agenda item 6-a and added a closed session under item 13, with a unanimous vote. It also approved a proclamation designating November 2025 as Native American Heritage Month.

• Removed item 6-a and added closed session under item 13 (unanimous)
• Approved Native American Heritage Month proclamation

Board of Equalization & Review

The Board of Equalization and Review will meet to conduct appeals hearings for 13 specific properties. The board will review these cases to determine property tax valuations.

• Appeal for 2136 North Lakeshore Drive
• Appeal for 113 Founders Ridge Drive
• Appeal for 1818 Marions Ford Road
• Appeal for 5.0 acres on Tilley Road
• Appeals for 1532 and 1528 Sharpe Road

The Board of Equalization and Review adjusted the assessed value of six appealed properties. Lauren Marchetti’s value was reduced to $1,313,100 with a 50% land adjustment for floodplain. Justin Gettings’ value remained at $2,009,100 with no change. William E. Smith’s value was set at $628,900, Liqin Cai’s at $1,356,000, and Alfred Bruce Clayton’s at $37,600, all after board votes.

• Approved $1,313,100 value for Lauren M. Marchetti (unanimous)
• Approved $2,009,100 value for Justin Gettings (unanimous)
• Approved $628,900 value for William E. Smith (unanimous)
• Approved $1,356,000 value for Liqin Cai (unanimous)
• Approved $37,600 value for Alfred Bruce Clayton (unanimous)

Orange Unified Transportation Board

The Orange Unified Transportation Board reviewed the Strategic Prioritization of Transportation (SPOT) process and voted to accept staff recommendations on project rankings with several adjustments. Motions were passed to move the MOD/Demand Response EV item to third place, to give the Bike‑Ped project and certain rail projects full 400 points, and to reorder highway projects such as Old NC‑86 and US‑70 improvements. The board also noted an investment of over $100,000 in the Transportation Multimodal Plan. No public comments were received.

• Accept staff recommendations on SPOT 7 project rankings with changes (e.g., MOD/Demand Response EV moved to item 3)
• Motion to give the Bike‑Ped project full 400 points
• Motion to allocate full 400 points to rail projects (Regional Multimodal Transportation Center, Dimmock’s Mill Rd, NCRR/NC Line)
• Reordering of highway projects: Old NC‑86 and US‑70 improvements moved above signal system projects
• Transportation Multimodal Plan investment of over $100,000

The board approved the June meeting minutes. It also approved the October 20, 2025 minutes with the date amended to November 17, 2025, both votes unanimous. No other actions were voted on.

• Approved June meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved October 20, 2025 minutes with date changed to Nov 17, 2025 (unanimous)

Tax Assessment Work Group

The Tax Assessment Work Group will hear presentations on the upcoming state reappraisal from the UNC School of Government and the North Carolina Department of Revenue. It will also receive an update on recent appeals and neighborhood reviews, including trends and initial lessons learned. The meeting includes routine items such as a welcome, approval of minutes, and a brief discussion of next steps.

• Presentation on reappraisal in North Carolina by Kirk Boone (UNC School of Government) and Doug Huffman (North Carolina Department of Revenue)
• Update on appeals and neighborhood reviews – trends, analysis, initial lessons learned, and next steps
• Approval of previous meeting minutes
• Welcome and introductions

The Tax Assessment Work Group approved the meeting summary from October 31, 2025 with a unanimous vote. No other formal actions or votes were recorded. The group discussed presentations on reappraisal and neighborhood reviews and considered a future virtual presentation from Wake County.

• Approved October 31, 2025 meeting summary (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Orange County Board of Commissioners will receive expert presentations on community septic systems and groundwater resources as part of the Land Use Plan 2050 process. The Board allocated $18,270 from the FY 2025‑26 Budget Amendment #3 to pay for these professional services. The meeting is intended to gather background information and allow the Board to ask questions before making future land‑use decisions.

• Expert presentation on community septic systems – costs, maintenance, failure rates
• Expert presentation on groundwater resources and well supply – rock types, reliability, testing
• Allocation of $18,270 from FY 2025‑26 Budget Amendment #3 for independent scientific services
• Review of additional information requests (Parts A and B) for the Orange County Land Use Plan 2050
• Discussion of joint planning agreements, rural buffer, and water/sewer service area maps

The Orange County Board of Commissioners met for a retreat on November 14, 2025 at the Whitted Human Services Center. Commissioners and staff heard a presentation by engineer Tony Whitaker on community wastewater systems, septic technology, and related soil and groundwater considerations. No formal actions, approvals, or votes were recorded during the session.

Climate Council

The Orange County Climate Council will receive updates on the Heat Action Plan, the Community Climate Action Plan grant, and the Year of Electrification. A small‑group discussion will address AI and climate issues. The meeting includes brief group updates and sets the next meeting for May 14.

• Heat Action Plan update
• Community Climate Action Plan grant update
• Year of Electrification update
• AI and Climate small‑group discussion

The Climate Council heard presentations on the Heat Action Plan, the Electrify program, and the Community Climate Action Grant. Members discussed AI impacts on climate and outlined future outreach and mitigation ideas. No formal actions were approved, denied, or tabled during the meeting.

Board of Equalization & Review

The Orange County Board of Equalization and Review will hold two sets of tax appeals hearings, one in the morning and one in the afternoon, to consider appeals for listed properties. After the hearings, the board will consider a consent agenda that includes recommended value changes for two parcels. The meeting will conclude with adjournment.

• Morning appeals hearing at 9:00 AM – Eric Boesch, 167 Kingston Drive
• Morning appeals hearing at 9:15 AM – Jihui Zhang, 102 Rowe Road
• Afternoon appeals hearing at 1:00 PM – Ying K. Lau, 501 Lakeshore Lane
• Consent agenda parcel 9788073625 (Stephanie Bryant) – value remains $349,000
• Consent agenda parcel 9860094009 (James G. Stefanadis) – value reduced to $600,700

The Orange County Board of Equalization and Review heard ten real‑property appeals and voted to accept the county’s proposed assessed values for each. Values were confirmed for Eric Boesch ($581,100), Betsy Rhodes ($398,000), Jihui Zhang ($729,600), Jianbin Zhao ($348,100), Land Marks Henderson Street LLC ($954,400), Land Marks Cobb Terrace LLC ($1,003,900), and John Jeffrey Frost ($655,200). The board also approved the consent agenda and recessed briefly during the meeting.

• Accepted county's proposed value $581,100 for Eric Boesch property
• Accepted county's proposed value $398,000 for Betsy Rhodes property
• Accepted county's proposed value $729,600 for Jihui Zhang property
• Accepted county's proposed value $348,100 (no change) for Jianbin Zhao property
• Accepted county's proposed value $954,400 (no change) for Land Marks Henderson Street LLC property
• Accepted county's proposed value $1,003,900 (no change) for Land Marks Cobb Terrace LLC property
• Accepted county's proposed value $655,200 for John Jeffrey Frost property

OCPT Staff Working Group

The Orange County Transportation Services Staff Working Group will consider recommendations to approve the August, September and October 2025 meeting minutes. It will receive informational updates on the FY25 preliminary unaudited results and FY27 work program revenue projections from Go Triangle. The group will also hear project sponsor updates from Chapel Hill, Mebane, Hillsborough, Carrboro, Go Triangle, Triangle West, the Tax District and Orange County, and set the next meeting date.

• Recommend approval of August 2025 minutes (Action: Recommend Approval)
• Recommend approval of September 2025 minutes (Action: Recommend Approval)
• Recommend approval of October 2025 minutes (Action: Recommend Approval)
• Reimbursement request (Action: Information)
• FY25 Preliminary/Unaudited Results TDA (Action: Information)

The group approved adding the Transit Development Authority (TDA) as a non‑voting member, with the motion passing 8‑2. Members voted unanimously (10‑0) to postpone the required seven‑day written notice to the December meeting. A motion to remove a reimbursement request also passed unanimously (10‑0). August and September minutes were approved unanimously, while October minutes were postponed unanimously (10‑0).

• Added TDA as non‑voting member (8-2)
• Postponed amendment notice requirement to December meeting (10-0)
• Removed reimbursement request (10-0)
• Approved August minutes (10-0)
• Approved September minutes (10-0)
• Postponed October minutes (10-0)

Board of Adjustment

The Orange County Board of Adjustment will hold a quasi‑judicial hearing on a variance request (Case BA25-0002) to reduce the required 40‑foot front setback to 30 feet for a 0.47‑acre parcel at 4310 Eno Cemetery Road, Cedar Grove. The board will also review a Special Use Permit (Case SUP25-0016) for a care facility on a 9.67‑acre parcel at 1009 Hi Mar Lane, Chapel Hill. Additional agenda items include approval of August 13, 2025 meeting minutes and a review of the BOA annual report and 2026 workplan.

• Variance request (Case BA25-0002) for a 30‑foot front setback on 0.47‑acre site at 4310 Eno Cemetery Road, Cedar Grove
• Special Use Permit (Case SUP25-0016) for a care facility on ~9.67‑acre parcel at 1009 Hi Mar Lane, Chapel Hill
• Approval of minutes from the August 13, 2025 Board of Adjustment meeting
• Public charge and conflict‑of‑interest statements presented to attendees
• Review of the BOA annual report and workplan for 2026

The Orange County Board of Adjustment approved the meeting minutes by unanimous vote. No other substantive actions were taken; the hearing on a special‑use permit continued with discussion of standing and a request for a continuance, but no motion was adopted.

• Approved meeting minutes – motion by Greg Niemiroski, seconded by Jeff Scott, vote unanimous
• No action taken on continuance request for special‑use permit hearing

Affordable Housing Advisory Board

The Affordable Housing Advisory Board will approve the previous meeting minutes, receive updates from board members and staff, and hold a one‑hour discussion on annual planning for affordable housing initiatives. No specific policy changes or contracts are listed on the agenda.

• Approval of meeting minutes
• Updates from board members
• Updates from staff
• Annual planning session (60 minutes)

The board unanimously approved the October community‑meeting minutes. Members were assigned to prepare a draft work plan for 2026, to be presented in December. Matthew will revise the letter to the Board of Commissioners and seek AHAB approval via the listserv. The meeting was adjourned at 7:17 p.m.

• Approved October community meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Assigned Matthew, Lynn, and Monica to draft 2026 work plan for December presentation
• Tasked Matthew to update letter to Board of Commissioners and seek AHAB approval via listserv
• Meeting adjourned at 7:17 p.m.

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a work session to receive a presentation on the Land Use Plan 2050 and discuss the sale of property at 6823 Millhouse Road. The meeting also includes discussions on tax collector reports and board appointments.

• Land Use Plan 2050 presentation regarding rural activity nodes and planning process
• Options for the sale of property at 6823 Millhouse Road
• Discussion on Tax Collector’s Reports
• Appointments for Chapel Hill-Orange County Visitors Bureau Advisory Board
• Appointments for the Commission for the Environment

The Orange County Board of Commissioners held a work session on November 11, 2025 to receive a third presentation on the Land Use Plan 2050. Commissioners and staff discussed rural activity nodes, potential consolidations, and future development considerations. No votes, approvals, denials, or other formal decisions were recorded in the minutes.

Advisory Board on Aging

The Orange County Advisory Board on Aging will approve the October 14, 2025 meeting minutes and receive staff updates. The board will discuss Medicare open enrollment, recognize National Family Caregiver Month, review the Maddry Meadows senior‑housing project, and consider FY 25‑26 budget updates that address the federal government shutdown and changes to SNAP benefits. Additional items include setting the 2025 meeting calendar and hearing reports from workgroup leaders.

• Approval of October 14, 2025 meeting minutes
• Staff updates: Wellness Program Assistant (Matthew Acomb) and Seymour Center Evening Facility Manager Assistant (Paul Smoogen)
• Discussion of Maddry Meadows senior housing development across from the Seymour Center
• FY 25‑26 budget updates: federal government shutdown impact and SNAP benefit changes
• Upcoming events: Veteran’s Appreciation Breakfast (Nov 11) and Direct Care Worker Awards Celebration (Nov 13)

The Advisory Board on Aging approved the minutes from the October 14, 2025 meeting. The board also approved the calendar for the 2026 meetings, which follows the same schedule and locations as 2025. No other formal actions or votes were recorded.

• Approved October 14, 2025 meeting minutes
• Approved 2026 meeting calendar

Board of Equalization & Review

The Orange County Board of Equalization and Review will conduct appeals hearings for sixteen property tax cases. Each case lists the owner, PIN/account, property description, and the spatialist assigned. The board will review these appeals during the meeting.

• Stacia Cook – 128 Basnight Lane (appearing Spatialist Dana Hall)
• Silas Wong – 3.83‑acre parcel on Old Orchard Road (Spatialist Kelly Wells)
• Elizabeth Satterlee – 108 Old Forest Creek Drive (Spatialist Jimmy Milliken)
• Heman H. Robinson III – 1017 Starfield Circle (Spatialist Louise Benson‑Lochner)
• Mark Siegel – 211 Cates Farm Road (Spatialist Bill Hiltbold)

The Board approved a reduced assessed value of $429,000 for 128 Basnight Lane. It accepted the county‑proposed values for four other appeals: $350,000 for 108 Old Forest Creek Drive, $279,200 for the 3.83‑acre parcel on Old Orchard Road, $855,700 for 910 Old Orchard Road, and $780,200 for 1017 Starfield Circle. The Board also added three full appeal days (Dec 16‑18) and moved several appeals to Dec 10, while canceling the Nov 12 meeting.

• Approved reduced value $429,000 for 128 Basnight Lane (unanimous)
• Accepted county value $350,000 for 108 Old Forest Creek Drive (passed, Saru Salvi dissenting)
• Accepted county value $279,200 for 3.83‑acre Old Orchard Road parcel (unanimous)
• Accepted county value $855,700 for 910 Old Orchard Road (unanimous)
• Accepted county value $780,200 for 1017 Starfield Circle (unanimous)
• Added appeal days Dec 16, 17, 18 to 2025 calendar
• Rescheduled appeals to Dec 10, 2025
• Canceled the scheduled meeting for Nov 12, 2025

Commission for the Environment

The Commission for the Environment will vote to assign dollar amounts for the 2025 Climate Action Grant to be submitted to the BOCC for approval. The body will also elect a Chair and Vice Chair for the coming year and discuss its annual report and work plan.

• Vote to assign dollar amounts for 2025 Climate Action Grant applicants
• Election of next year's Chair and Vice Chair
• Discussion of 2025 CFE tasks and future goals for the 2026 BOCC presentation
• Introduction of new member Leto Copeley
• Updates on Agrivoltaics Grant and Repair Café (11/15/25)

The commission approved the allocation of $267,750 among selected climate‑action grant applicants. It also confirmed Regina Baratta as chair and Ian Morse as vice‑chair for the next year. The group voted to skip sub‑committee breakouts and adjourned the meeting at 9:01 pm.

• Approved draft meeting summary – October 13, 2025 (all in favor)
• Confirmed Regina Baratta as Chair (all in favor)
• Confirmed Ian Morse as Vice‑Chair (all in favor)
• Approved $267,750 Climate Action Grant allocations (all in favor)
• Skipped Sub‑Committee Breakouts due to time shortage (all in favor)
• Adjourned meeting at 9:01 pm (all in favor)

Board of County Commissioners

Commissioner Fowler moved to add a discussion on Emergency Funding Assistance for Community Food Providers as item 4‑b, and to add a closed‑session item 13 for attorney consultation. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Carter and approved unanimously. The board also announced emergency food distribution times at McDougle Middle School and 113 Mayo Street.

• Added Emergency Funding Assistance for Community Food Providers to agenda (unanimous)
• Added closed‑session attorney‑consultation item to agenda (unanimous)

Board of Equalization & Review

The Board will hold an appeals hearing for JGW Investments LLC concerning the property at 110 Rebecca Drive. The hearing is scheduled for 1:30 p.m. during the November 6, 2025 meeting. The agenda also includes the standard call to order and adjournment.

• Appeals hearing – JGW Investments LLC, 110 Rebecca Drive (PIN 9874010442)

The board reviewed an appeal from JGW Investments LLC seeking a reduction of the $3,961,700 assessed value. No Power of Attorney documentation was provided, so the appeal was dismissed. The motion was made by Chair Leon Meyers, seconded by Saru Salvi, and all members voted for it.

• Dismissed JGW Investments LLC appeal due to missing Power of Attorney (motion passed)

Parks & Recreation Council

The Parks & Recreation Council will approve the September 3 meeting summary, review the 2025 recreation annual report and a fee‑study being conducted by consultants, and consider the proposed Blackwood Farm Park Phase 2‑B. The council will also receive updates on the Fairview Park improvements, the county trails plan workshops, and a board vacancy for the Town of Carrboro residency requirement.

• Approval of September 3 meeting summary (motion carried)
• Discussion of 2025 recreation annual report and fee‑study by consultants
• Proposed Blackwood Farm Park – Phase 2‑B
• Fairview Park updates: completed tennis courts, trail work, informal soccer goals
• Trails Plan workshops and additional pop‑up events

Board of Equalization & Review

The Board of Equalization and Review will hold two appeals hearings for Westdale Poplar Place LP and Andre Pierce. It will also consider a consent agenda that approves changes to the assessed values of four parcels, lowering each based on condition, topography, or market factors. The meeting is scheduled for November 5, 2025 at 1:00 p.m. in the Tax Administration Conference Room.

• Appeals hearing at 1:00 p.m. for Westdale Poplar Place LP, 605 Jones Ferry Road
• Appeals hearing at 1:15 p.m. for Andre Pierce, 2013 Utility Trailer
• Consent agenda to reduce Vanessa Woods parcel from $663,800 to $548,500 due to multiple condition issues
• Consent agenda to reduce Noorin Damji parcel from $494,800 to $419,900 for topographic adjustment
• Consent agenda to reduce Sherri Rose parcel from $1,019,100 to $952,100 for topographic adjustment

The board approved a revised valuation of $26,849,950 for Westdale Poplar Place LP. It denied Andre Pierce's request to hear an untimely appeal for his 2013 utility trailer. The board also approved the consent agenda, which includes recommended value changes for several parcels.

• Approved revised value $26,849,950 for Westdale Poplar Place LP (unanimous)
• Denied request to hear untimely appeal for 2013 utility trailer (unanimous)
• Accepted the consent agenda (unanimous)

Board of Equalization & Review

The Orange County Board of Equalization and Review will conduct three tax appeal hearings. The hearings are scheduled at 1:30 p.m., 1:45 p.m., and 2:00 p.m. for properties on W. Lakeview Drive and the corner of E. Lakeview Drive and W. Lakeview Drive. No decisions will be made at this meeting.

• 1:30 p.m. – Frank H. Christensen appeals for 121 W. Lakeview Drive (PIN 9799899962).
• 1:45 p.m. – Frank H. Christensen appeals for 141 W. Lakeview Drive (PIN 9890900056).
• 2:00 p.m. – Frank H. Christensen appeals for an unimproved 0.17‑acre parcel at the corner of E. Lakeview Drive and W. Lakeview Drive (PIN 9890901153).

The Board of Equalization and Review unanimously accepted the county's recommended assessed values for three appeals filed by Frank H. Christensen. The value for 121 W. Lakeview Drive remained at $150,000, the value for 141 W. Lakeview Drive was reduced to $120,000, and the unimproved parcel at the corner of E. Lakeview Drive and W. Lakeview Drive stayed at $100. No changes were made to the hearing process.

• Accepted county's proposed value $150,000 for 121 W. Lakeview Drive (unanimous)
• Accepted county's proposed value $120,000 for 141 W. Lakeview Drive (unanimous)
• Accepted county's proposed value $100 for unimproved parcel at E. & W. Lakeview Drive (unanimous)

OCPT Staff Working Group

The Orange County Staff Working Group will consider a series of FY26 Q2 amendment items. The agenda includes recommending approval of a reallocation of operating funds to capital for the Chapel Hill BRT North‑South project, amendments to project descriptions for the NSBRT vehicle acquisition, and several contact name changes for Orange County transit service projects. Additional items request additional revenue hours for the Go Triangle Route 800 improvements and funding for a 0.34 FTE service‑planning position. All items are slated for recommendation after public review.

• Reallocate operating funds to capital for BRT North‑South (Project ID 20CHT CD03) – $3,765,411
• Amend description and scope for Route NSBRT Vehicles (Project ID 26CHT VP15) – $2,065,267
• Request 5 additional revenue hours and 50% cost allocation for Go Triangle Route 800 Improvements
• Fund a 0.34 FTE Service Planning Staff position for Go Triangle
• Approve contact name changes for multiple Orange County transit service projects

Tax Assessment Work Group

The Tax Assessment Work Group will hold a 60‑minute meeting. It will start with welcome and introductions, review proposed ground rules, and discuss the charge and role of the work group. The meeting will end with a period for questions, comments, and ideas for future discussion.

• Welcome and introductions
• Review of proposed ground rules
• Review and discussion of charge and role of the work group
• Questions / comments / ideas for future discussion

The Tax Assessment Work Group decided that upcoming meetings will offer a virtual attendance option and will provide a Teams link for each session. A presentation on the state reappraisal process was scheduled for November 14, 2025 in Chapel Hill. The manager said an RFP draft for a consulting contract will be ready for review at the next meeting.

• Approved virtual attendance option for future meetings
• Will provide a Teams link for each meeting
• Scheduled reappraisal process presentation on Nov 14, 2025 at Solid Waste Administration, Chapel Hill
• Planned future presentation titled “How Taxes Work”
• RFP draft for assessment‑process consultant to be available for review at next meeting

Board of Equalization & Review

The Orange County Board of Equalization and Review will hold two sessions of tax‑appeal hearings on October 30, 2025. The morning session runs from 9:15 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. and the afternoon session from 1:00 p.m. to 4:45 p.m. in the Tax Administration Conference Room. Each listed owner will present an appeal for the indicated property, and the appointed appraiser will provide a spatial estimate where available.

• Appeal by Carl D. Atkins for 6526 NC 49 (no spatial estimate)
• Appeal by Kevin Hooker for 125 Ironwoods Drive (spatial estimate confirmed)
• Appeal by John D. Hughes HRS for a 32.54‑acre parcel on Atkins Road (no spatial estimate)
• Appeal by Altangla M. Johnson for 9900 Babe Cates Road (no spatial estimate)
• Appeal by Norbert M. Lechner for 311 Oakland Lane (spatial estimate provided)

Board of Health

The Orange County Board of Health will approve the meeting agenda and September 24 minutes, then consider several action items. These include a resolution on affordable housing, a resolution on access to care, and adoption of new groundwater protection rules. The board will also discuss the chair/vice‑chair slate, a vacant at‑large position, and hold a closed session to review the Health Director’s annual performance.

• Resolution on Affordable Housing (5 minutes)
• Resolution on Access to Care (5 minutes)
• Orange County Groundwater Protection Rules (15 minutes)
• Present Chair/Vice Chair Slate (5 minutes)
• Closed Session to discuss Health Director’s annual review (9:00 p.m.)

The Board of Health approved an amendment to the October 29 agenda, then approved the amended agenda itself. The Board also approved the September 24 meeting minutes and the consent agenda. All motions carried without dissent.

• Amend agenda approved (carried without dissent)
• Amended agenda approved (carried without dissent)
• September 24, 2025 minutes approved (carried without dissent)
• Consent agenda approved (carried without dissent)

Board of Equalization & Review

The Orange County Board of Equalization and Review will hold appeals hearings for ten property owners. It will also consider a consent agenda to approve recommended value changes for several parcels.

• Appeals hearing – Harry Reeves Halpin, 2601 Pussycat Lane (1:00 PM)
• Appeals hearing – Samantha Reece Rayman, 315 Lakeshore Drive (1:15 PM)
• Consent agenda – Parcel 9832618911, current $134,855, recommended $117,998 (land easement adjustment)
• Consent agenda – Parcel 9789987551, current $2,540,700, recommended $2,066,500 (land and grade adjustments)
• Consent agenda – Parcel 9767695549, current $909,600, recommended $797,100 (ADU to SFYI ‘Office’)

The Board recommended that the 2026 Board of Equalization and Review adopt a policy governing commercial tax value appeals, defining qualified representatives and requirements for non‑attorney consultants. The Board also accepted the county’s proposed assessed values for five appealed properties, confirming the values listed in the minutes. All motions were approved unanimously by the members present.

• Recommended adoption of 2026 policy for commercial tax value appeals (unanimous)
• Accepted county's proposed value $202,400 for Harry Reeves Halpin (2601 Pussycat Lane)
• Accepted county's proposed value $399,100 for Samantha Reece Rayman (315 Lakeshore Drive)
• Accepted county's proposed value $258,800 (no change) for Michael Owino (20 Banbury Lane)
• Accepted county's proposed value $170,900 for Jiakun Wu (403 Terrell Road)
• Accepted county's proposed value $737,400 for Sandra Douglass (613 Kensington Drive)

Board of Equalization & Review

The Orange County Board of Equalization and Review will hold appeals hearings for 13 tax cases. Each case lists the property owner, PIN/account, and a brief property description. The hearings run from 1:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. and conclude with adjournment.

• Claire W. Bridgwater – appeal for 912 Kings Mill Road
• Johnny C. Carter Jr. – appeal for 3315 St. Marys Road
• Woods Brothers Inc. – appeal for 0.24‑acre parcel on Becketts Ridge Drive
• John Michaelson – appeal for 306 West Barbee Chapel Road
• James A. Carnahan – appeal for 122 Oak Street

The Orange County Board of Equalization and Review heard five real‑estate value appeals and voted to accept the county’s proposed assessed values for each property. Motions were made by Richal Vanhook or Saru Salvi and seconded by the other, with all members voting in favor and no recorded opposition. The accepted values were $688,100 for 912 Kings Mill Road, $306,100 for 3315 St. Marys Road, $598,500 for 915 Coker Drive, $692,100 for 716 Kenmore Road, and $1,138,200 for 306 West Barbee Chapel Road.

• Accepted county's proposed value $688,100 for 912 Kings Mill Road (unanimous)
• Accepted county's proposed value $306,100 for 3315 St. Marys Road (unanimous)
• Accepted county's proposed value $598,500 for 915 Coker Drive (unanimous)
• Accepted county's proposed value $692,100 for 716 Kenmore Road (unanimous)
• Accepted county's proposed value $1,138,200 for 306 West Barbee Chapel Road (unanimous)

Board of Equalization & Review

The Board of Equalization and Review will conduct a series of appeals hearings for specific property owners. The board will review property descriptions and accounts to determine tax valuations.

• Appeal hearing for 375 Tenney Circle
• Appeal hearing for 1212 Brookhollow Road
• Appeal hearing for 620 Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard, Unit 303
• Appeal hearings for multiple parcels on Pond View Lane and Lebanon Road
• Appeal hearings for multiple lots on King Edward Street and King James Street

The Board lowered the assessed value of 375 Tenney Circle to $595,400 after a motion by Shannon Julian, seconded by Richal Vanhook; Saru Salvi voted against. The appeal by Russell C. Briggs was continued so the appellant can provide additional evidence. The Board affirmed the existing $641,500 assessment for 123 Ivy Brook Lane (no change). The appeal for 620 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd, Unit 303 was continued for possible addition to the consent agenda.

• Approved $595,400 value for 375 Tenney Circle (motion by Shannon Julian, seconded by Richal Vanhook; Saru Salvi voted against)
• Continued Russell C. Briggs appeal for future evidence (motion by Richal Vanhook, seconded by Shannon Julian; all members voted for)
• No change to $641,500 for 123 Ivy Brook Lane (motion by Richal Vanhook, seconded by Shannon Julian; Saru Salvi voted against)
• Continued appeal for 620 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd, Unit 303 for possible addition to consent agenda

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will discuss several topics, including a pending National Register nomination for the Efland Milling Co. The commission will also review upcoming archaeological projects such as a GPR investigation at the Old Poor House cemetery, a Phase I survey of Seven Mile Creek Preserve, and an expanded scope for the Blackwood Farm enslaved burial ground. Additional items include a field trip to the Henry Calvin Andrews farmstead and budget cuts affecting the Cate Farm/Twin Creeks Farm. The meeting also provides updates on community events and projects.

• Pending National Register nomination for Efland Milling Co.
• Old Poor House cemetery GPR investigation
• Seven Mile Creek Preserve Phase I survey
• Blackwood Farm enslaved burial ground expanded scope
• Cate Farm/Twin Creeks Farm budget cuts

Board of Equalization & Review

The Orange County Board of Equalization and Review will hold appeals hearings for 17 property owners and entities. Each appellant will present their case regarding the listed property. The board will consider the appeals and issue decisions after the hearings.

• Richard A. Fee – 107 Cheswick Court (appearing Spatialest Scott Zeman)
• James E. Williams Jr. – 2424 Sedgefield Drive (appearing Spatialest Louise Benson-Lochner)
• Lisa Poger – 9 Lark Circle (appearing Spatialest Jimmy Milliken)
• Davin L. Stewart – 105 Noble Street (appearing Spatialest Kelly Wells)
• Randy Thomas Horton – 2.81 acres on Webb Drive (appearing Spatialest Dana Hall)

The Board of Equalization and Review approved using a consent agenda for its adjudication process. It also set the final assessed values for four appealed properties: Richard A. Fee at $512,900, James E. Williams Jr. at $711,000, Lisa Poger at $413,865, and William C. Lock at $305,500. All actions were approved unanimously by the attending board members.

• Adopted consent agenda for adjudication (unanimous)
• Set Richard A. Fee property value to $512,900 (unanimous)
• Set James E. Williams Jr. property value to $711,000 (unanimous)
• Set Lisa Poger property value to $413,865 (unanimous)
• Set William C. Lock property value to $305,500 (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Orange County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing and consider a resolution to adopt the North Carolina Commercial Property Assessed Capital Expenditure (C‑PACE) program, which allows commercial property owners to finance energy‑efficiency and resiliency upgrades with private capital. The Board will also review design options for a Crisis Diversion Facility and discuss a draft interlocal agreement for school construction. A consent agenda will include approval of FY 2025‑26 Budget Amendment #3, a solar feasibility study MOU with the Town of Hillsborough, and several contract and ordinance amendments.

• Public hearing and resolution to adopt NC C‑PACE program (county provides no funding)
• Review of design options for the Crisis Diversion Facility
• Discussion of draft School Construction Interlocal Agreement
• Consent agenda approvals: FY 2025‑26 Budget Amendment #3, Solar Feasibility Study MOU, Freedom House opioid contract amendment, NC Arts Council grant contract
• Authorization for County Manager to sign State Bureau of Investigation Non‑Criminal Justice Access Agreement

The Board held a public hearing on the North Carolina Commercial Property Assessed Capital Expenditure (C‑PACE) program and then approved a resolution authorizing Orange County to participate. Both the opening and closing of the hearing were approved unanimously, and the final resolution was also adopted unanimously. No other substantive actions were taken at this meeting.

• Opened public hearing on C‑PACE program (unanimous)
• Closed public hearing on C‑PACE program (unanimous)
• Approved resolution to adopt C‑PACE program for Orange County (unanimous)

Board of Equalization & Review

The Board of Equalization and Review will meet to conduct appeals hearings for 15 specific property accounts. The board will review property descriptions and hear from owners and appraisers regarding these tax valuations.

• Appeal for 118 S. Fields Circle
• Appeal for 421 Ironwoods Drive
• Appeal for 300 NC 54 Bypass Bldg D, Unit 3
• Appeal for 220 James Street
• Appeal for 311 W. Tryon Street

The Orange County Board of Equalization and Review heard six real‑estate appeals. It approved new assessed values for five properties and left one unchanged, with all motions passing unanimously among board members. The most notable change was reducing the value of 118 S. Fields Circle to $543,000.

• Reduced 118 S. Fields Circle assessment to $543,000 (unanimous)
• Reduced 421 Ironwoods Drive assessment to $539,000 (unanimous)
• Maintained 409 Rossburn Way assessment at $799,800 (unanimous)
• Accepted $577,600 assessment for 220 James Street (unanimous)
• Adjusted 1220 McCauley Lane assessment to $271,100 (unanimous)
• Adjusted 607 Oakfield Trail assessment to $290,900 (unanimous)

Orange Unified Transportation Board

The Orange Unified Transportation Board will consider approving updated orientation materials for new members and a draft Non-STIP PMP framework. The meeting will also include staff updates on the Hillsborough Circulator and transit policy.

• Approve OUTBoard Orientation Material Update
• Approve Non-STIP PMP Draft
• Hillsborough Circulator (Blue & Orange Loop) expansion
• Bus Shelter Policy discussion
• Staff updates on NCDOT and STIP

The board approved the August 20, 2025 meeting minutes with a majority vote. It unanimously approved the updated orientation packet dated October 20, 2025. It also unanimously approved the Non‑STIP Transportation Improvement Plan draft dated October 20, 2025.

• Approved August 20, 2025 minutes (majority vote, one abstention: Heidi Perry)
• Approved orientation materials dated October 20, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved Non‑STIP PMP draft dated October 20, 2025 (unanimous)

Board of Equalization & Review

The Orange County Board of Equalization and Review will conduct tax appeals hearings in two sessions on October 16, 2025. The morning session at 9:00 a.m. includes three property owners, and the afternoon session at 1:00 p.m. includes nine owners. Each appellant will appear before a spatialest to review their property tax assessment.

• Helen H. Willcockson – 503 Sharon Road – Appearing: Yes – Spatialest: Scott Zeman
• Shabbar Ranapurwala – 1110 Willow Drive – Appearing: Yes – Spatialest: Scott Zeman
• Joanne M. Zimmer – 127 Weatherhill Point – Appearing: Yes – Spatialest: Jimmy Milliken
• Thomas Shaw Sr. – 9421 NC 157 – Appearing: Yes – Spatialest: Kelly Wells
• Sarah Leah Laish – 516 Red Bud Road – Appearing: No – Spatialest: Jimmy Milliken

The Board of Equalization and Review approved the county‑recommended values for three appeals and reduced the assessed value for Shabbar Ranapurwala’s Willow Drive property to $316,500. Helen Willcockson’s 503 Sharon Road value was set at $494,700, Matthew Hilkey’s 309 Ironwoods Drive value was kept at $746,200, and Joanne Zimmer’s 127 Weatherhill Point value was changed to $452,600. All motions were adopted by the board.

• Approved Helen Willcockson’s value of $494,700 (unanimous)
• Approved Shabbar Ranapurwala’s revised value of $316,500 (unanimous)
• Approved Matthew Hilkey’s value of $746,200 (approved despite one against vote)
• Approved Joanne Zimmer’s value of $452,600 (unanimous)

OCPT Staff Working Group

The Staff Working Group will discuss administrative updates and receive project reports from regional sponsors. The body is tasked with recommending approval for August and September minutes and managing FY27 project sheets.

• Recommendation for approval of August and September minutes
• FY27 Project Sheets due December 01, 2025
• Review of Financial Policies and Procedures update
• Discussion on Public Engagement and Communication subcommittees and bi-laws
• Project updates from Chapel Hill, Mebane, Hillsborough, Carrboro, Go Triangle, Triangle West, and Tax District

The staff working group voted 4‑3 to continue discussion on the August minutes rather than approve them. A separate 4‑3 vote postponed approval of the September minutes until the next meeting. The chair also announced a special meeting on Q2 Amendments.

• Continue discussion on August minutes (vote 4‑3)
• Postpone September minutes to next meeting (vote 4‑3)
• Chair to hold special meeting on Q2 Amendments (no vote)

Chapel Hill/Orange County Visitors Bureau

The Board of Directors will meet to hear a case study on business adaptation from Lewis Broadnax, President of PHE, Inc. The meeting also includes updates on sales, campaigns, and community initiatives.

• Guest presentation by Lewis Broadnax, President of PHE, Inc.
• Executive Director's update on sports event bids and flagship programs
• Sales and campaign updates from Media Partners
• Community updates regarding local tourism and events

The Visitors Bureau Board voted to allocate up to $200,000 from its fund balance to market the Savannah Banana event and to present a marketing plan to the Board of County Commissioners. The motion passed with all members in favor. The board also approved the minutes from the September 17, 2025 meeting.

• Approved allocation of up to $200k from Visitors Bureau fund balance for Savannah Banana marketing (all in favor)
• Approved September 17, 2025 meeting minutes (everyone in favor)

Board of Equalization & Review

The Orange County Board of Equalization and Review will hold an appeals hearing session on October 15, 2025 at 1:00 p.m. in the Tax Administration Conference Room. Board members will review fourteen tax appeals submitted by property owners, each identified by name, PIN/account, and property description. The hearings will be conducted by the listed appraisers and spatialists.

• Bryan A. Yonish – 121 Tremont Circle (PIN 9880243901)
• Paul Callahan – 1322 Arborgate Circle (PIN 9890605507.149)
• James L. Smalley Jr. – 1200 Cypress Road (PIN 9799434685)
• Natasha M. Young – 206 Telluride Trail (PIN 9890247331)
• Ramon Fernandez – 120 Apple Street (PIN 9880518057)

The Orange County Board of Equalization and Review accepted the county’s proposed values for all appeals heard. Values were left unchanged for Bryan Yonish, reduced to $305,200 for Paul Callahan, kept at $457,800 for James Smalley, adjusted to $1,315,400 for Natasha Young, changed to $474,000 for Ramon Fernandez, and lowered to $423,820 for Keith Yow. All motions were approved unanimously by the board members present.

• Accepted county's proposed value of $639,100 for Bryan Yonish (no change)
• Accepted county's proposed value of $305,200 for Paul Callahan (reduction)
• Accepted county's proposed value of $457,800 for James Smalley (no change)
• Accepted county's proposed value of $1,315,400 for Natasha Young (reduction)
• Accepted county's proposed value of $474,000 for Ramon Fernandez (adjusted)
• Accepted county's proposed value of $423,820 for Keith Yow (reduction)

Affordable Housing Advisory Board

The Orange County Affordable Housing Advisory Board will meet to approve previous minutes and receive updates from staff and board members. The primary focus of the meeting is a 60-minute community outreach session.

• OC Community Outreach Meeting

The Affordable Housing Advisory Board presented housing staff updates on tax assistance, repair programs, and HOME funding. Members discussed funding gaps, zoning challenges, and public comments but did not vote on any actions. The board reiterated its advisory role and plans to continue reviewing funding and coordinating with other agencies.

Advisory Board on Aging

The Advisory Board on Aging will approve the September 9, 2025 meeting minutes and receive staff hiring updates. New business includes FY 25-26 budget updates that note a $56,627 Choosing Home Program grant and a $34,430 PEAS grant. The board will also discuss the transition of the takeaway lunch program and planning for the 2027‑32 Master Aging Plan.

• Approval of September 9, 2025 meeting minutes
• Staff updates: Wellness Program Assistant interviews, Seymour Center Evening Facility Manager Assistant, Fitness Instructors
• FY 25-26 budget updates: $56,627 Choosing Home Program grant and $34,430 PEAS grant
• Transition of the takeaway lunch program
• Planning for the 2027‑32 Master Aging Plan

The Advisory Board approved the September 9, 2025 meeting minutes. A proposed amendment to the Senior Tar Heel Legislature bylaws to give a voting right to the delegate was rejected. Other wording amendments to the bylaws were approved. No vote tallies were recorded in the minutes.

• Approved September 9, 2025 meeting minutes (no vote count reported)
• Amendment to give delegate a vote in Senior Tar Heel Legislature bylaws – rejected
• Additional wording amendments to Senior Tar Heel Legislature bylaws – approved

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will meet with the Orange County Chiefs’ Association to discuss departmental updates and the response to Tropical Storm Chantal. The session also includes a presentation on the Land Use Plan 2050 and discussions regarding several board appointments.

• Review of Tropical Storm Chantal successes and challenges
• Presentation on Land Use Plan 2050, including Central Orange Coordinated Area and utility constraints in Hillsborough
• Discussion of appointments for the Affordable Housing Advisory Board
• Discussion of appointments for the Opioid Advisory Committee
• Discussion of appointments for the Parks and Recreation Council

The Orange County Board of Commissioners held a joint meeting with the Orange County Fire Chiefs’ Association and a work session. Commissioners and chiefs discussed volunteer staffing, equipment delays, training facility plans, and insurance inspections. No motions were adopted, denied, or tabled during the meeting.

Board of Equalization & Review

The Board of Equalization and Review will meet to conduct hearings for 10 property tax appeals. The board will review specific property accounts and descriptions to determine tax valuations.

• Appeal hearing for 412 Westbury Drive
• Appeal hearing for 123 Horton Road
• Appeal hearing for 105 Skip Rook Road
• Appeal hearing for 119 Horton Road
• Appeal hearing for 131 Skip Rook Road

The Orange County Board of Equalization and Review accepted the county's proposed lower assessed values for six Habitat for Humanity properties, reducing their values by 25%. The board also lowered the assessed value of a non‑Habitat home at 201 Pink Dogwood Lane to $424,800. All motions were approved, with one member (Leon Meyers) voting against the first decision.

• Accepted county's proposed value $1,385,700 for 412 Westbury Drive (Sean M. Murphy) – motion passed (Leon Meyers voted against)
• Accepted county's proposed value $186,100 for 123 Horton Road (Sandra Clinton) – unanimous approval
• Accepted county's proposed value $179,100 for 105 Skip Rook Road (Patricia Dolores Sutton) – unanimous approval
• Accepted county's proposed value $147,800 for 119 Horton Road (Susan Kramli) – unanimous approval
• Accepted county's proposed value $187,100 for 131 Skip Rook Road (Michelle Porchia) – unanimous approval
• Changed assessed value to $424,800 for 201 Pink Dogwood Lane (Chelsea Marie Pavalonis) – unanimous approval
• Set assessed value $877,000 for 4718 Timberly Drive (Frances L. Richmond) – board decision approved

Commission for the Environment

The commission will vote to approve the draft meeting summary from September 8, 2025. Members will introduce new participants and review feedback on the Ripple Environmental Award design and logo. The body will discuss new scoring tools and begin decisions on the 2025 Climate Action Grant. Subcommittees will break out to examine the State of the Environment report and share updates on upcoming community events.

• Approve draft meeting summary from Sept. 8, 2025
• Review and give feedback on design and logo for the Ripple Environmental Award
• Discuss scoring tools and begin decisions for the 2025 Climate Action Grant
• Subcommittee breakouts to assess progress on State of the Environment report topics
• Provide updates on Leave the Leaves Campaign and upcoming events (listening sessions, Great Trails State Day, composting workshop)

The commission approved the draft meeting summary from September 8, 2025 by unanimous vote. Members decided to skip the scheduled Sub‑Committee Breakouts because of time constraints. Staff will prepare re‑appointment paperwork for four members whose terms expire on 12/31/25. Discussion of the 2025 Climate Action Grant continued, with a decision to finish ranking applications at the next meeting.

• Approved draft meeting summary (unanimous, all in favor)
• Skipped Sub‑Committee Breakouts (decision made, no vote recorded)
• Proceed with re‑appointment paperwork for Mayur Lodaya, Matthew Ferguson, William L. Branch, and Mark Randall

Board of Equalization & Review

The Orange County Board of Equalization and Review will conduct five tax appeal hearings on October 9, 2025. The hearings are scheduled from 1:00 p.m. to 2:15 p.m. for the listed owners and properties. No decisions are recorded in the agenda; the items are for hearing appeals.

• 1:00 p.m. – 23 West 69th Street Corp., 200 US 70 E (PIN 9875004490)
• 1:30 p.m. – DRE Investors LLC, 104 Mallette Street (PIN 9788267431)
• 1:45 p.m. – Joseph P. Saponaro, 2208 New Hope Drive (PIN 9882026124)
• 2:00 p.m. – Patricia P. Saponaro, Lot 7, New Hope Drive (PIN 9882025056)
• 2:15 p.m. – Joseph P. Saponaro, Lot 9, New Hope Drive (PIN 9882026282)

The Orange County Board of Equalization and Review voted to keep the current assessed values for four properties, rejecting the appellants' requests for reductions. Motions were made by Richal Vanhook (three cases) and Saru Salvi (one case) and were seconded by board members. All motions were adopted without recorded opposition.

• Accepted county's proposed value $3,713,100 for 23 West 69th Street Corp. (no change)
• Accepted county's proposed value $4,252,800 for DRE Investors LLC (no change)
• Accepted county's proposed value $353,700 for Joseph P. Saponaro, 2208 New Hope Drive
• Accepted county's proposed value $55,000 for Joseph P. Saponaro, Lot 9 New Hope Drive

Board of Equalization & Review

The Board of Equalization and Review will meet to conduct appeals hearings for seven specific properties. The board will hear cases involving University CH Owner LLC, State Employees Credit Union, and Christy Ferguson.

• Appeal for 600-0 Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard
• Appeal for 1010 S. Hamilton Road
• Appeal for 100 NC 54 Bypass
• Appeal for 2315 Old NC 86
• Appeal for 110 S. Elliot Road and 1830 Fordham Boulevard

The Orange County Board of Equalization and Review heard seven property‑value appeals. It accepted the county’s proposed values for five State Employees Credit Union properties and for a residential appeal, leaving the assessed amounts unchanged. For the University CH Owner LLC appeal, the board reduced the value to $14,500,000. A discussion with the county attorney was postponed to the next day.

• Adjusted University CH Owner LLC value to $14,500,000 (motion by Saru Salvi)
• Accepted County's proposed value of $1,814,300 for SECU at 1010 S. Hamilton Rd (no change)
• Accepted County's proposed value of $1,746,400 for SECU at 100 NC 54 Bypass (no change)
• Accepted County's proposed value of $2,089,700 for SECU at 2315 Old NC 86 (no change)
• Accepted County's proposed value of $1,197,600 for SECU at 110 S. Elliot Rd (no change)
• Accepted County's proposed value of $41,079,000 for SECU at 1830 Fordham Blvd (no change)

Board of Adjustment

The Orange County Board of Adjustment had scheduled a quasi‑judicial hearing on case A-5-25 to review an appeal of the Planning Director’s farm‑use determination for Union Grove Farm. The appellant withdrew the application on September 30, 2025, and the Board cancelled the October 8, 2025 meeting. As a result, no decision or discussion will occur at this meeting.

• Case A-5-25 (appeal of farm‑use determination for Union Grove Farm) withdrawn; hearing canceled

Board of Equalization & Review

The Orange County Board of Equalization and Review will hold three scheduled appeals hearings regarding property valuations. The board will hear appeals for properties at 6801 Industrial Drive, 501 W. Main Street, and 105 Mary Street.

• Appeal for 6801 Industrial Drive (Industrial Connections and Solutions LLC)
• Appeal for 501 W. Main Street, Unit A (Thomas L. Watts)
• Appeal for 105 Mary Street (Thomas L. Watts)

The Board of Equalization and Review considered two appeals filed by Thomas L. Watts. For the retail building at 501 W. Main Street, the board accepted the county’s proposed assessed value of $550,800. For the residence at 105 Mary Street, the board accepted the county’s proposed assessed value of $322,800. The first motion passed with one member voting against; the second motion passed with all members voting for it.

• Accepted county‑proposed value $550,800 for 501 W. Main St. (motion passed, Saru Salvi opposed)
• Accepted county‑proposed value $322,800 for 105 Mary St. (unanimously approved)

Board of County Commissioners

The Orange County Board of Commissioners will consider several proclamations, a zoning public hearing, and a range of consent‑agenda items. Key decisions include adopting a budget amendment to fund the Mobile Crisis Team pilot (CARE) with grant money, and approving participation in the NC C‑PACE program. The meeting also addresses appointments to the Broadband Task Force and other routine reports.

• Disability Employment Awareness Month proclamation (Oct 2025) – no financial impact
• Domestic Violence Awareness Month proclamation (Oct 2025) – no financial impact
• Public hearing on Zoning Atlas Amendment – 3531 NC Highway 54 W, Chapel Hill
• Budget amendment #2‑A to fund Mobile Crisis Team pilot (CARE) with grant funding
• Adoption of resolution to join North Carolina C‑PACE program

The Board removed agenda item 8‑d after a unanimous motion. It then unanimously approved a proclamation declaring October 2025 as Disability Employment Awareness Month and a separate proclamation naming October 2025 Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Both proclamations were authorized for the Chair to sign on behalf of the Board.

• Removed agenda item 8‑d (unanimous vote)
• Approved Disability Employment Awareness Month proclamation (unanimous vote)
• Authorized Chair to sign the Disability Employment proclamation (unanimous vote)
• Approved Domestic Violence Awareness Month proclamation (unanimous vote)
• Authorized Chair to sign the Domestic Violence proclamation (unanimous vote)

Board of Equalization & Review

The Orange County Board of Equalization and Review will conduct appeals hearings for nine property tax cases. Each case lists the owner, PIN/account number, property address or description, and the assigned appraiser. Hearings are scheduled from 1:00 p.m. to 3:15 p.m. in the Tax Administration Conference Room.

• 1:00 PM – Evans Estates REI LLC – 100 Harambee Drive – Appraiser: Scott Zeman
• 1:15 PM – John V. Dempsey – 1205 Highland Loop Road – Appraiser: Cyle Anderson
• 1:30 PM – Evans Estates REI LLC – Lots 3 and A, G and B Farm Lane – Appraiser: Jimmy Milliken
• 2:00 PM – Philip D. Sloane – 2001 S. Lakeshore Drive – Appraiser: Jimmy Milliken
• 3:15 PM – Bonnie A. Layman – 3.88 acres on Dairyland Road – Appraiser: Kelly Wells

The Orange County Board of Equalization and Review heard 10 property value appeals on October 2, 2025. The board approved value reductions for six properties, continued two appeals to later dates, and denied two appeals by accepting the county's proposed values. All decisions were unanimous.

• Reduced Evans Estates REI LLC (100 Harambee Drive) value to $224,600 (unanimous)
• Accepted county's $324,600 value for John V. Dempsey (1205 Highland Loop Road) (unanimous)
• Continued Evans Estates REI LLC (Farm Lane lots) appeal to a later date (unanimous)
• Accepted county's $649,500 value for Carolyn Valahu Trustee (108 Oakstone Drive) (unanimous)
• Continued Philip D. Sloane (2001 S. Lakeshore Drive) appeal to a later date (unanimous)
• Accepted county's $212,200 value for Teresa Ann Kinder (4101 Stones Way) (unanimous)
• Reduced Michael T. Bruhns (600 Hamecon Place) value to $800,300 (unanimous)
• Reduced Cruz Alejandro Nunez Jimenez (306 Travelers Court) value to $407,100 (unanimous)

Planning Board

The Orange County Planning Board will review a continued zoning amendment for a 78-acre property and a text amendment to the Unified Development Ordinance regarding impervious surfaces and buffers. The board will also approve the September 3, 2025 meeting minutes.

• Zoning Atlas Amendment: Rezone 78.11 acres at 1039 UT NC 86 North from AR to R-CD
• UDO Text Amendment: Review impervious surfaces, watershed protection, and stream buffers
• Approval of September 3, 2025 Regular Meeting Minutes
• Public Charge: Board asks attendees to conduct themselves respectfully
• Written comments accepted via email until 3:00 p.m. on meeting day

The Planning Board unanimously approved the September 3, 2025 meeting minutes. The Board of Adjustment meeting scheduled for October 8 was cancelled due to lack of business. A 5‑3 vote approved allowing Al Carnivale three minutes of public comment on the zoning atlas amendment (Agenda Item 7). The board then unanimously approved giving the applicant an additional three minutes to address questions.

• Approved September 3, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Board of Adjustment meeting on Oct 8 canceled (informational)
• Motion to allow one additional public comment (3 minutes) on Agenda Item 7 passed 5‑3
• Motion to give applicant an additional 3 minutes of time passed unanimously

Parks & Recreation Council

The Parks and Recreation Council will review Fairview Park improvements and updates, including new soccer goals and trail connections. Members will receive an update on the Trails Plan workshop sessions and the upcoming public workshops. The board will note a vacancy for the Carrboro residency requirement, with no current applicants. Director reports include the upcoming opening of the Little River Regional Park mountain‑bike skills course.

• Fairview Park improvements and updates (soccer goals ordered, trail connections)
• Board vacancy for Carrboro residency requirement (no applicants)
• Little River Regional Park mountain‑bike skills course to open by month end
• Trails Plan workshop sessions scheduled Sep 24 and Sep 28 (public participation)
• Approval of September 3 meeting summary

The council approved the September 3 meeting summary with all members in favor and none opposed. The meeting was conducted as a worksession because a quorum was not present. No other substantive decisions were made during the session.

• Approved September 3 meeting summary (unanimous vote)

Board of Equalization & Review

The Orange County Board of Equalization and Review will hold a series of tax appeal hearings on October 1, 2025. The agenda lists 17 property owners who will appear before the board to contest assessments for residential and business personal property. Each appeal includes a spatial estimate or PDF documentation for review.

• R. Frederick McCoy Jr., Trustee – 2700 Creek Run Court (PIN 9881309547)
• Kathryn Whetten – 2105 Pathway Drive (PIN 9779322603)
• Gary Lewis Dixon – 1001 Pineview Road (PIN 9768316623)
• Business personal property appeals – Weaver Street (PINs 313129, 141394, 265524)
• Adele S. Tatta, Trustee – 1117 Mt. Carmel Church Road (PIN 9787637845)

The Board of Equalization and Review changed the assessed values for six properties, adopting the new amounts after unanimous votes. The appeals for R. Frederick McCoy Jr., Kathryn Whetten, Gary Lewis Dixon, Gary M. McConnell, Bo Hu, and the property at 112 Cross Creek Drive were each resolved with a specific revised value. The appeal for Fares Khalidi was continued to a later date. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Adjusted value for 2700 Creek Run Court (R. Frederick McCoy Jr.) to $2,888,400 (unanimous)
• Adjusted value for 2105 Pathway Drive (Kathryn Whetten) to $592,500 (unanimous)
• Applied a -40% market adjustment for 1001 Pineview Road (Gary Lewis Dixon) to $120,700 (unanimous)
• Accepted county's proposed value for 507 Forrest Street (Gary M. McConnell) at $199,100 (unanimous)
• Changed effective year built and revised value for 112 Cross Creek Drive (Bo Hu) to $1,405,400 (unanimous)
• Continued appeal for 3618 Alex Drive (Fares Khalidi) to a later date

Board of Equalization & Review

The Orange County Board of Equalization and Review will conduct appeals hearings for nine property tax cases. Each hearing lists the owner, PIN/account, property address, and the appraiser assigned. No decisions are made during the hearing session; the board reviews the appeals.

• Myrna Schwartz – 2017 S. Lakeshore Drive (PIN 9799081762)
• John J. Kim – 4643 Owls Wood Lane (PIN 0802034802)
• Elmojo, LLC – 140 W Franklin Street, Unit 510 (PIN 9788278230.111L510)
• Amy S. Crutchfield – 57.66 acres on Mt. Willing Road (PIN 9833307863)
• Regina Lanoe – 2007 Pintail Drive (PIN 9836344633)

The Board of Equalization and Review decided the assessed values for five appeals. It set the value of the lakefront home at $1,593,900, accepted county‑proposed values of $847,900 for a condo and $518,900 for a vacant‑land parcel, kept the value of a Pintail Drive house at $322,200, and postponed a decision on a Quinn Court residence.

• Set assessed value to $1,593,900 for 2017 S. Lakeshore Drive (unanimous)
• Accept county's proposed value of $847,900 for 140 W Franklin St. Unit 510 (unanimous)
• Accept county's proposed value of $518,900 for 57.66‑acre Mt. Willing land (unanimous)
• Maintain assessed value at $322,200 for 2007 Pintail Drive (unanimous)
• Postpone decision on 510 Quinn Court to a future date (unanimous)

Board of Equalization & Review

The Orange County Board of Equalization and Review will hold appeals hearings for thirteen property owners. Each hearing lists the owner's name, PIN/account number, scheduled time, and whether a spatialest will be present. The meeting concludes with an adjournment.

• 1:00 PM – Appeal hearing for Harold L. Sykes II, PIN 9831876514, spatialest present
• 1:15 PM – Appeal hearing for Harold L. Sykes II, PIN 9831879865, spatialest present
• 1:30 PM – Appeal hearing for Xudong Sui, PIN 9881263271, spatialest present
• 1:45 PM – Appeal hearing for Elizabeth K. Rucki, PIN 9779187381, spatialest present
• 2:00 PM – Appeal hearing for Igor Ivanisevic, PIN 9799072948, no spatialest

The Orange County Board of Equalization and Review heard seven real‑property value appeals. It approved the county’s proposed assessed values for five properties, leaving their values unchanged. For one appeal the board chose to continue the case to a later date for additional information.

• Accepted county's proposed value $90,200 for Harold L. Sykes II, Lot 2 Willowbrook Rd (Parcel 9831876514)
• Accepted county's proposed value $300,000 for Harold L. Sykes II, 5311 Buckhorn Rd (Parcel 9831879865)
• Accepted county's proposed value $192,200 (no change) for James Fest Whitfield, Lot 2 Dodson’s Crossroads (Parcel 9749833665)
• Continued appeal to a future date for Xudong Sui, 6157 Moinear Lane (Parcel 9881263271)
• Accepted county's proposed value $956,000 (no change) for Igor Ivanisevic, 417 Ridgecrest Drive (Parcel 9799072948)
• Accepted county's proposed value $611,700 (no change) for Brigitta Adell Shouppe, 103 Bristol Drive (Parcel 9787095823)

Board of County Commissioners

The Orange County Board of Commissioners and the two school boards will hear status updates on state school funding, programming, cell‑phone policies and staffing. A bond update will be presented, covering the county‑district interlocal agreement and current construction projects. Demographic trends and their effect on school enrollment will be examined, followed by a discussion of future collaboration between the county and the districts.

• Status update from Chapel Hill‑Carrboro City Schools and Orange County Schools on state budget, programming, cell‑phone policies, and staffing
• Bond update including the county‑district interlocal agreement and project progress
• Presentation of demographic trends and their impact on school enrollment
• Discussion of issues for future collaboration between the county and the school districts
• Review of the draft Interlocal Agreement establishing a Joint School Facilities Core Team

The Orange County Board of Commissioners met with the Chapel Hill‑Carrboro and Orange County Boards of Education to review school budget status, staffing levels, and the draft interlocal agreement for bond projects. Commissioners heard presentations on financial reserves, enrollment challenges, and project funding processes. No motions were adopted, voted on, or tabled during the meeting.

Board of Health

The Orange County Board of Health meeting will consider three resolutions: one on access to care, one on affordable housing, and one to review and approve a Board of Health policy. Members will also discuss a vacant at‑large board position and hear an educational session on a recent adjudication case. A closed session will be held to review the Health Director’s annual performance.

• Resolution on Access to Care
• Resolution on Affordable Housing
• Board of Health Policy Review and Approval
• Discussion of Vacant At‑Large Position
• Closed Session to discuss Health Director’s annual review

The Orange County Board of Health approved the amended September 24, 2025 agenda and approved the minutes from the August 27, 2025 meeting. Both motions were carried without dissent. The board also discussed draft resolutions on immigration enforcement, access to care, and affordable housing, but no votes were taken on those items.

• Approved September 24, 2025 agenda (carried without dissent)
• Approved August 27, 2025 meeting minutes (carried without dissent)

Historic Preservation Commission

The commission will discuss the designation of four potential new historic landmarks and the installation of solar panels on county-owned historic buildings. No items are scheduled for a final decision at this meeting.

• Review of proposed landmarks: Neville log house, Ridge Road School, Little River Presbyterian Church cemetery, and Morris Grove School
• Solar panel installation project for buildings in Hillsborough National Register Historic District and Cedar Grove School
• Proposed addition to County Board of Education Building
• Proposed interpretive markers for America’s 250th and lynching victim Cyrus Guy
• Proposal for temporary flags on Old Courthouse Square

Board of Equalization & Review

The Orange County Board of Equalization and Review will conduct a series of tax appeal hearings on September 24, 2025. Fourteen owners or entities, including Teresa Ann Kinder and Brown Trust, will appear before an appraiser to discuss their tax accounts. No spatialest will be provided for any of the cases. The meeting begins at 1:00 p.m. in the Tax Administration Conference Room.

• Tax appeal hearing for Teresa Ann Kinder (PIN 9837817538)
• Tax appeal hearing for Kathy A. Krug (PIN 9779616831)
• Tax appeal hearing for Joseph H. Carabetta Jr. (PIN 9885882002)
• Tax appeal hearing for Brown Trust (PIN 9822789362)
• Tax appeal hearing for John Marshall Silva (PIN 9831509704)

The Orange County Board of Equalization and Review, chaired by alternate Barbara Levine, voted to adopt the county's recommended assessed values for six appealed properties. Each motion was made and seconded by board members and passed unanimously. One appeal (106 Forest Court) resulted in no change to the assessed value. All decisions were recorded without vote tallies.

• Accepted county's proposed value $356,800 for 1515 Partridgeberry Rd (Parcel 9748701822)
• Accepted county's proposed value $356,000 for 1509 Partridgeberry Rd (Parcel 9748608338)
• Accepted county's proposed value $350,900 for 1521 Partridgeberry Rd (Parcel 9748711051)
• Accepted county's proposed value $359,200 for 1500 Partridgeberry Rd (Parcel 9748605490)
• Accepted county's proposed value $341,700 (no change) for 106 Forest Court (Parcel 9779616831)
• Accepted county's proposed value $1,149,000 for 716 Chestnut Rail Drive (Parcel 9885882002)

Board of Equalization & Review

The Board of Equalization and Review will meet to conduct appeals hearings for various property owners. These hearings determine the outcome of disputes regarding property tax assessments.

• Appeals hearing for Sandra Douglas (PIN 9789765535)
• Appeals hearing for Sinae Santillo (PIN 9890418453)
• Appeals hearings for Jones Grove Missionary Baptist Church (multiple PINs)
• Appeals hearings for Ebenezer Baptist Church Inc (multiple PINs)
• Appeals hearings for Hillsborough Pentecostal Holiness Church (multiple PINs)

The Board of Equalization and Review accepted the county’s proposed assessed values for three properties (Ru Quan, Jay Schoenherr, Richard Bell) with no change. For the Santillo appeal, the Board reduced the assessed value to $346,000 by adjusting the building to $146,000 and the lot to $200,000. All motions were made, seconded, and approved unanimously by the board members present.

• Accepted county's proposed value of $570,300 for Ru Quan (unanimous)
• Accepted county's proposed value of $811,400 for Jay Schoenherr (unanimous)
• Accepted county's proposed value of $703,200 for Richard Bell (unanimous)
• Adjusted Santillo property value to $346,000 (building $146,000, lot $200,000) (unanimous)

Housing Authority Board

The Orange County Housing Authority Advisory Board will discuss transitioning Emergency Housing Choice Vouchers to the HCV program and updating the Admin Plan. The board will vote on whether to remove the requirement to advertise Project Base Voucher competitions in newspapers.

• Vote to remove newspaper advertising requirement for Project Base Voucher competitions
• Discussion of Admin Plan updates for Emergency Housing Choice Vouchers
• Proposed preference points (101) for families eligible for EHV tenant-based rental assistance
• Program Manager's report for August

The board approved the August meeting minutes. It approved increasing the Emergency Housing Choice Voucher point limit to 201 points. It also approved removing the newspaper advertising requirement from the Project Base Voucher administrative plan. All three actions passed unanimously.

• Approved August minutes (motion by Murdock-Doherty, second by Sykes)
• Approved increase to 201 points for Emergency Housing Choice Vouchers (unanimous)
• Approved removal of newspaper advertising requirement for Project Base Voucher admin plan (unanimous)

Board of Equalization & Review

The Board of Equalization and Review will meet to conduct appeals hearings for specific property tax accounts. The board will review cases involving various property owners and appraisers.

• Appeals hearing for Xiaoyu Zhang (PIN 9778424672 and 9880243737)
• Appeals hearing for Benjamin Yellen (PIN 0807671221 and 0807676016)
• Appeals hearing for Betty Jo W. Chockley (PIN 9827398433)
• Appeals hearing for ADJA Group LLC (PIN 9835436624), continued from 8/13/25
• Appeals hearings for Stephen Hyde, Joshua L. Levy, Tyrell J. Heaton, Zachary A. Robertshaw, Shao Tang, Jonathan A. Charney, and Elizabeth Celli

The Board of Equalization & Review voted to accept the county’s proposed assessed values for six appealed properties, leaving the values unchanged. Each motion was made and seconded by board members and passed with unanimous approval. No appeals received a change in assessed value.

• Accepted county's $451,700 value for 107 Tanglewood Lane (unanimous)
• Accepted county's $673,800 value for 125 Tremont Circle (unanimous)
• Accepted county's $637,800 value for 920 Hillsborough Road (unanimous)
• Accepted county's $384,400 value for 105 Hanna Street (unanimous)
• Accepted county's $487,500 value for 5815 Jameson Road (unanimous)
• Accepted county's $310,100 value for 577 Erwin Road (unanimous)

OCPT Staff Working Group

The group will discuss and potentially recommend approval for 13 FY26 Q2 amendments, including new transit projects and funding reallocations. The meeting also includes project sponsor updates and training on project sheets and cost-per-hour calculations.

• New Orange Co. Mebane Circulator project
• Funding reallocation for Chapel Hill North South BRT from operating to capital
• Request for 5 additional revenue hours for Go Triangle Route 800
• Funding for Go Triangle service planning staff (0.34 FTE)
• New Orange Co. Transit Plan Update

The group voted 5‑3 not to move forward with the FY26 Q2 amendment for the Mebane Circulator. A 5‑3 vote approved reallocating operating funds to the North‑South BRT project. An 8‑0 vote approved purchasing 14 SBRT vehicles. Finally, an 8‑0 vote approved releasing the Route 800, NS BRT, Mebane Circulator, and SBRT vehicle amendments for public comment and establishing a process for future funding requests.

• Mebane Circulator FY26 Q2 amendment not approved (5‑3 vote)
• NS BRT funding reallocation amendment approved (5‑3 vote)
• SBRT vehicle purchase amendment approved (8‑0 vote)
• Amendments for Route 800, NS BRT, Mebane Circulator, and SBRT vehicles approved for public comment (8‑0 vote)

Board of Equalization & Review

The Orange County Board of Equalization and Review will hold a public hearing to consider 17 appeals regarding property valuations. The meeting is scheduled for September 17, 2025, at 1:00 p.m. in the Tax Administration Conference Room.

• Hearings for John D. Stephens and Peter Meade
• Hearings for Robert J. Funk and Karen Floyd
• Hearings for Christerlena Singh and John E. Connaughton
• Hearings for Makhijani Trust and Heidi Moser
• Hearings for James K. Howard and Charles M. Shore

The Board of Equalization and Review approved a new assessed value of $511,000 for 1713 Pathway Drive, based on a $349 per square‑foot calculation. It also accepted the county’s proposed values with no change for properties at 105 Riverbirch Point, 110 Riverbirch Point, 906 Emory Drive, 1806 Marions Ford Road, the G and B Farm Lane parcel, and 9201 Allison Road. All motions were unanimously supported by the Board members present.

• Accepted county's proposed value $504,500 for 105 Riverbirch Point (no change)
• Accepted county's proposed value $474,300 for 110 Riverbirch Point (no change)
• Changed assessed value to $511,000 for 1713 Pathway Drive
• Accepted county's proposed value $419,300 for 906 Emory Drive (no change)
• Accepted county's proposed value $281,300 for 1806 Marions Ford Road (no change)
• Accepted county's proposed value $142,200 for Lot A, G and B Farm Lane (no change)
• Accepted county's proposed value $98,600 for 9201 Allison Road (no change)

Agricultural Preservation Board

The Orange County Agricultural Preservation Board will meet on September 17, 2025 at the Bonnie B. Davis Environment and Agricultural Center. The board will elect a vice chair and discuss a presentation by Preserve Rural Orange, updates to the VAD program and planning for a VAD Breakfast on November 19, a grant application for a Cost of Community Services Study for Orange County, and website content improvements. Additional informational updates will cover farmland preservation planning, recent membership appointments, and extension and agricultural economic development activities. The next board meeting is scheduled for November 19, 2025.

• Election of vice chair (decision)
• Presentation by Laura Streitfeld for Preserve Rural Orange (discussion)
• Grant application for Cost of Community Services Study for Orange County (discussion)
• VAD program updates and planning for VAD Breakfast on Nov. 19 (discussion)
• Improvements to APB website content (staff presentation)

The board elected Mary Beth Miller as vice chair after a motion was moved and seconded. The board denied the VAD program application for Daniel Kosciusko because the parcel does not meet the one‑acre cultivation requirement. The meeting summary for July 30, 2025 was approved and the meeting was adjourned.

• Mary Beth Miller appointed Vice Chair (motion carried)
• VAD application for Daniel Kosciusko denied (motion carried)
• July 30, 2025 meeting summary approved (motion passed)
• Board adjourned meeting (motion carried)

Chapel Hill/Orange County Visitors Bureau

The Board of Directors will discuss a new tourism study conducted by Chris Cavanaugh of Magellan Strategies. The body is also scheduled to consider nominees for Vice Chair and Treasurer.

• Contract for tourism study with Chris Cavanaugh of Magellan Strategies
• Nomination of Vice Chair and Treasurer
• FY26 budget approximately $3 million
• Marketing update from media buying firm Jason Boyer

The Visitors Bureau board approved the August 20, 2025 meeting minutes. Creston Woods was appointed Vice Chair and Matt Hughes was appointed Treasurer, each by unanimous consent. The meeting was then adjourned at 9:28 AM.

• Approved August 20, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Appointed Creston Woods as Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Appointed Matt Hughes as Treasurer (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 9:28 AM (unanimous)

Board of Equalization & Review

The Board of Equalization and Review will meet to conduct appeals hearings for 18 specific property accounts. The board will review these cases with the assistance of appraisers.

• Appeals hearing for Harold B. Coppedge (PIN 9778879955.007)
• Appeals hearing for Amber Hoffman (PIN 9893630760)
• Appeals hearing for Michael Wayne Hooker (PIN 9878652614)
• Appeals hearing for Thomas O. Mills Trustee (PIN 9846853837)
• Appeals hearing for Walde Trust (PIN 9757814795)

The Orange County Board of Equalization and Review met on September 16, 2025 and considered 18 real‑value appeals. The board adopted the county’s recommended assessments for five properties, setting values at $234,600, $34,600, $514,600, $240,600 and $40,000. The appeal for Thomas O. Mills was postponed to a later date for the appellant to provide additional comparable sales.

• Approved revised value $234,600 for 506 N Greensboro St (Harold B. Coppedge) – unanimous
• Approved county‑proposed value $34,600 for .9‑acre lot on Laurel Ridge Rd (Amber Hoffman) – unanimous
• Approved county‑proposed value $514,600 for 527 Birdsong Lane (Michael Wayne Hooker) – unanimous
• Postponed appeal for 4030 Legato Lane (Thomas O. Mills) to a future date – unanimous
• Approved county‑proposed value $240,600 for 7610 Harmony Church Rd (Albert W. Nisbet Jr.) – unanimous
• Approved county‑proposed value $40,000 for Lot 1, Blueberry Lane (Ann Moss Joyner) – unanimous

Board of County Commissioners

The Orange County Board of Commissioners will consider an amendment to the Network Development Agreement with Lumos to extend project deadlines and revise passings. The board will also discuss a ground lease with UNC for 2700 Homestead Road for the Cold Weather Cots Program and review design options for a Crisis Diversion Facility. Additional items include a public hearing on the HOME program performance report, several consent‑agenda approvals, and reports from the County Manager and Attorney.

• Amendment to the Network Development Agreement for broadband deployment with Lumos (deadline extensions and revised passings)
• Discussion of a ground lease with UNC for 2700 Homestead Road for the Cold Weather Cots Program and Integrated Day Center
• Review of design options for a Crisis Diversion Facility
• Public hearing on the 2024‑25 Consolidated Annual Performance Report for the HOME Investment Partnerships program
• Consent agenda approvals: purchase of seven LIFEPAK® 15 monitors/defibrillators, vehicle purchases for Emergency Services, amendments to the Emergency Management and Noise Ordinances, and establishment of the Tax Assessment Work Group

Vice‑Chair Hamilton moved to defer item 7‑a to another meeting as an information item, and Chair Bedford seconded the motion. The Board voted unanimously to defer the item. The meeting also included public comments, recognitions of school staff for a cardiac‑arrest response, and a photography contest award ceremony, but no other formal actions were taken.

• Deferred agenda item 7‑a to another meeting (unanimous vote)

Board of Equalization & Review

The Orange County Board of Equalization and Review will conduct eight tax appeal hearings on September 10, 2025. Each hearing will review a specific property owner's case, with the appraiser present to provide spatial estimates. No decisions are recorded in the agenda; the meeting is dedicated to hearing these appeals.

• 1:00 PM – M4 Property Management LLC (PIN 9873180351) – continued from 7/23/25
• 1:15 PM – Diane Harrell, Trustee (PIN 9788167051) – Spatialest: Jimmy Milliken
• 1:30 PM – Diane Harrell, Trustee (PIN 9788166083) – Spatialest: Jimmy Milliken
• 1:45 PM – Diane Harrell, Trustee (PIN 9788164037) – Spatialest: Roger Gunn
• 2:00 PM – Riddle Properties LLC (PIN 9788378534) – Spatialest: Roger Gunn

The Orange County Board of Equalization and Review heard eight property value appeals on September 10, 2025, all involving commercial properties. The board approved reductions for several properties, including a $297,800 reduction for M4 Property Management, and set new values for multiple Diane Harrell Trustee parcels. For two Franklin Street properties, the board set values at $2,000,000 each, and for the Top of the Hill property, it reduced the value to $11,500,000. One appeal, for Riddle Properties LLC, was denied with no change in value.

• Approved M4 Property Management value reduction to $1,872,800 (unanimous)
• Approved Diane Harrell Trustee lot value reduction to $120,000 (unanimous)
• Approved Diane Harrell Trustee lot value reduction to $84,000 (unanimous)
• Approved Diane Harrell Trustee lot value reduction to $94,000 (unanimous)
• Set Diane Harrell Trustee 425 W. Franklin St. value at $2,000,000 (unanimous)
• Set Diane Harrell Trustee 419 W. Franklin St. value at $2,000,000 (unanimous)
• Denied Riddle Properties LLC appeal, value unchanged at $992,900 (unanimous)
• Set Riddle Commercial Properties Inc. value at $11,500,000 (unanimous)

Affordable Housing Advisory Board

The Affordable Housing Advisory Board will open the meeting, approve the prior meeting's minutes, receive updates from board members and staff, and conduct a 60‑minute community outreach session.

• Approval of minutes
• Updates from board members
• Updates from staff
• OC Community Outreach Meeting (60 minutes)

The board approved the August meeting minutes unanimously. It scheduled a public meeting for October 14 at 6 p.m. in the RENA Community Center and assigned specific staff and board members to handle presentation materials, agenda formatting, snacks, outreach, and media. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved August meeting minutes (all in favor)
• Scheduled community meeting for Oct 14, 6 p.m. at RENA Community Center
• Matthew to send PowerPoint presentation
• Monica to reformat agenda for public release
• Andrew and Alicia to coordinate snack list and contributions
• Staff to prepare press release with Community Engagement Office
• Staff to create and distribute flyer to AHAB members
• Staff to handle outreach to housing partners, Meals and Wheels, and OC Justice United

Advisory Board on Aging

The Orange County Advisory Board on Aging will meet to approve minutes, review the 2022-27 Master Aging Plan, and discuss the FY 25-26 budget. The meeting will be held at the Seymour Center and virtually.

• Approval of August 12, 2025 minutes
• Summary of Year 3 of the Master Aging Plan
• FY 25-26 Budget updates
• Takeaway lunch program update
• Direct Care Worker Awards nominations

The board approved the previous meeting minutes. The takeaway meal program was extended for two weeks to transition participants to Meals on Wheels. The Home Community Care Block Grant was not cut, but the intergovernmental formula reduced the county’s share by $7,600, which the Aging program will absorb. Grants of $34,430 for food boxes and $56,627 plus $62,000 MAP for home‑repair projects were confirmed, and a 2‑day music/drumming workshop will be developed.

• Approved August 12, 2025 minutes (no vote recorded)
• Extended takeaway lunch program for two weeks
• Aging will cover $7,600 reduction in Home Community Care Block Grant
• Approved $34,430 PEAS grant for food boxes for R Place and Soltys Place participants
• Approved $56,627 Choosing Home Repair grant plus $62,000 MAP funding for higher‑level home‑repair projects
• Jon will work with the Arts Center to develop a 2‑day music/drumming workshop
• Jackie Podger agreed to serve on the Employment Workgroup
• Mary Lucas assigned to the Community Health and Support Services workgroup

Board of County Commissioners

The Board will receive the first presentation in a series responding to its request for additional background information on the Orange County Land Use Plan 2050. The session will also include discussions on the Strategic Communications Work Group, closed‑session timing and location, and appointment discussions for several advisory boards. A closed session will follow to consult with the Board’s attorney.

• Land Use Plan 2050 – Board request for additional information, first presentation (Parts A & C)
• Discussion regarding the work of the Strategic Communications Work Group
• Discussion of closed‑session timing and location on Board meeting agendas
• Appointment discussions for Adult Care Home and Nursing Home Community Advisory Committee, Agricultural Preservation Board, Animal Services Advisory Board, Arts Commission, Commission for the Environment, Hillsborough Planning Board, Human Relations Commission, and Orange Unified Transportation Board
• Closed session to consult with the Board’s attorney under N.C. Gen. Stat. § 143‑318.11(a)(3)

The Board voted by show of hands to limit discussion on the first agenda item to two hours. They also agreed to reorganize the agenda so that appointments are discussed after the Land Use Plan 2050 presentation, followed by timing of Closed Sessions, and finally next steps for the Strategic Communications Work Group if time permits. No other formal actions were taken.

• Limited discussion on first agenda item to two hours (show of hands)
• Reordered agenda to discuss appointments after Land Use Plan 2050 discussion
• Scheduled agenda to address timing of Closed Sessions next
• Scheduled agenda to address Strategic Communications Work Group last, if time permits

Board of Equalization & Review

The Board of Equalization and Review will meet to conduct appeals hearings for four specific property accounts. The board will review cases involving Walmart Real Estate Business Trust, Wendy's Properties LLC, and L4 Carolina Properties LLC.

• Appeal hearing for Walmart Real Estate Business Trust (PIN 9873497343)
• Appeal hearing for Wendy's Properties LLC (PIN 9778863037)
• Appeal hearing for Wendy's Properties LLC (PIN 9799682315)
• Appeal hearing for L4 Carolina Properties LLC (PIN 9864906858)

The Orange County Board of Equalization and Review heard four appeals on commercial property valuations. For each appeal, the board motioned to accept the county's proposed value and keep the current assessed amount unchanged. Two motions passed with a vote for the motion and Saru Salvi voting against, while the other two motions were approved with all members voting for. No changes to any property values were made.

• Accepted county's proposed value $19,238,400 for Walmart Real Estate (motion by Shannon Julian, seconded by Richal Vanhook; voted for, Saru Salvi voted against)
• Accepted county's proposed value $2,012,100 for Wendy's Properties LLC (100 S. Greensboro St) (motion by Richal Vanhook, seconded by Shannon Julian; voted for, Saru Salvi voted against)
• Accepted county's proposed value $1,448,800 for Wendy's Properties LLC (100 Scarlett Drive) (motion by Shannon Julian, seconded by Richal Vanhook; voted for all BOER members, vote against not recorded)
• Accepted county's proposed value $1,373,000 for L4 Carolina Properties LLC (353 S. Churton St) (motion by Richal Vanhook, seconded by Shannon Julian; voted for all BOER members, vote against not recorded)

Commission for the Environment

The Commission for the Environment will discuss and vote on a proposal for environmental awards to be sent to the Board of Commissioners. Members will also coordinate the scoring process for the 2025 Climate Action Grant and review progress on the State of the Environment report.

• Vote on CFE Environmental Awards proposal for BOCC approval
• Discussion and scoring timeline for 2025 Climate Action Grant
• Review of State of the Environment sections for Air, Land, and Water
• Vote on current membership applicant
• Updates on National Drive Electric Month and Sustainability Intern Projects

The commission unanimously approved the draft meeting summary for August 11, 2025. Members decided to hold off on new CFE membership nominations. A motion to move forward with the Ripple Award program was passed unanimously. The meeting was adjourned by unanimous vote.

• Approved draft meeting summary for August 11, 2025 (all in favor; none opposed)
• Decided to postpone CFE membership nominations (no vote recorded)
• Approved creation of the Ripple Award program (all in favor; none opposed)
• Approved adjournment of the meeting (all in favor; none opposed)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold public hearings on a zoning amendment for a school site and transit grant applications. The meeting includes discussions on broadband project deadlines and the 2050 Land Use Plan.

• Public hearing for rezoning +/- 110.456 acres at 4809 Friends School Road from PDHRB/RB to NR-CD
• Public hearing on FY 2027 Transit grant applications (5311, 5310, and 5339)
• Amendment to broadband deployment agreement with Lumos to revise deadlines and passings
• Approval of Health Department fee changes
• Lease renewal for Senior Care of Orange County, Inc. (Soltys Place)

The Board postponed agenda item 6‑a to a future meeting by unanimous vote. It unanimously approved a proclamation declaring September 2025 as Orange County Preparedness Month and authorized the Chair to sign it. The Board also approved a Zoning Atlas Amendment that rezones about 110.456 acres at 4809 Friends School Road from Planned Development Housing‑Rural Buffer to a Non‑Residential Conditional District.

• Postponed item 6‑a to a future meeting (unanimous)
• Approved Orange County Preparedness Month proclamation (unanimous)
• Authorized Chair to sign the proclamation (unanimous)
• Approved Zoning Atlas Amendment rezoning 110.456 acres at 4809 Friends School Rd

Board of Equalization & Review

The Orange County Board of Equalization and Review will hear appeals from property owners regarding their tax assessments. The meeting is scheduled for September 3, 2025, at 1:00 p.m. in the Tax Administration Conference Room.

• Appeals scheduled for Judith Bowden Johnson, Worth Johnson, and other property owners
• Appeals scheduled for Virender Kumar Sadhir and Zachary James Reitman
• Appeals scheduled for Christina M. Ferguson, Jodie Mara Weiner, and James M. Paisner
• Appeals scheduled for Charles R. Evans

The Board of Equalization and Review continued five appeals to a future date for properties on Clarence Drive and for Christina Ferguson's residence. It also accepted the county's proposed assessed values—no change—for Jodie Weiner (108 Riverbirch Point), James M. Paisner (115 Weatherhill Point), and Charles R. Evans (2008 Starterwood Lane). All motions passed unanimously or with all members voting for.

• Continued appeal for Judith Bowden Johnson (1015 Clarence Drive) to a later date (unanimous)
• Continued appeal for Worth Johnson (1013 Clarence Drive) to a later date (unanimous)
• Continued appeal for Judith B. Johnson (1012 Clarence Drive) to a later date (unanimous)
• Continued appeal for Karla Michelle Bowden Smith (1017 Clarence Drive) to a later date (unanimous)
• Continued appeal for Christina M. Ferguson (318 W Queen Street) to a later date (unanimous)
• Accepted county's proposed value $458,600 for Jodie Weiner (108 Riverbirch Point) – no change (unanimous)
• Accepted county's proposed value $454,200 for James M. Paisner (115 Weatherhill Point) – no change (unanimous)
• Accepted county's proposed value $466,700 for Charles R. Evans (2008 Starterwood Lane) – no change (unanimous)

Planning Board

The Orange County Planning Board will review a zoning atlas amendment to rezone 78.11 acres from Agricultural Residential to Residential-Conditional District and consider text amendments to the Unified Development Ordinance regarding impervious surfaces and stream buffers.

• Zoning Atlas Amendment: 78.11 acres at 1039-UT NC 86 North, rezoning from AR to R-CD
• UDO Text Amendment: Impervious surfaces, watershed protection overlay districts, and stream buffers
• Land Use Plan 2050 Update: Informational presentations scheduled through November 2025
• Approval of July 9 and August 6 meeting minutes
• Informational items: Planning Calendar for September and October

The board voted to approve the July 9 Ordinance Review Committee meeting notes. It also approved the August 6, 2025 regular meeting minutes after correcting the spelling of Delores' name. Both motions passed unanimously.

• Approved July 9 ORC meeting notes (unanimous)
• Approved August 6 2025 regular meeting minutes with spelling correction (unanimous)

Parks & Recreation Council

The Orange County Parks & Recreation Council will decide whether to forward its 2024 Mid-Plan Review to the Board of County Commissioners. Staff also briefed the council on Fairview Park improvements and flood damage to the Eno River corridor.

• Forward 2024 Mid-Plan Review to BOCC with new cover letter noting Capital Investment Plan changes
• Approve meeting summary from August 6, 2025
• Fairview Park: purchase soccer goals and coordinate informal soccer use with HYAA
• Eno River flood damage: Occaneechi Village closed; cleanup and repairs planned with DEAPR, Town of Hillsborough, and Occaneechi Tribal Council

The council unanimously approved the meeting summary from August 6. Members agreed there was not enough time to plan a Great Trails State Day hike this year and will consider it next year.

• Approved August 6 meeting summary (all in favor, none opposed)
• Deferred Great Trails State Day hike planning to next year (agreement, no formal vote)

Board of Equalization & Review

The Board of Equalization and Review will meet to conduct appeals hearings for ten specific property accounts. The board will review these cases with appraisers from Spatialest.

• Appeal hearing for Stan R. Smith (PIN 9747283230)
• Appeal hearing for Michelle Erin Brinker Trustee (PIN 9798661493)
• Appeal hearing for Daniel W. Copeland (PIN 9788333707)
• Appeal hearing for Mary Hall Subdivision LLC (PIN 9898084383)
• Appeal hearing for Park Place Fellowship LLC (PIN 9788688382)

The Orange County Board of Equalization and Review accepted the county's proposed values for six property appeals, keeping the assessed amounts unchanged. For the appeal by Michelle Erin Brinker, the board voted to continue the case to a later date so the appellant can provide valid comparable properties. All motions were approved by the members present.

• Accepted county's proposed value of $126,200 for Stan Smith appeal (no change)
• Accepted county's proposed value of $147,100 for Dorothy A. Adcock appeal
• Accepted county's proposed value of $501,500 for Edward Palombo appeal
• Continued Michelle Erin Brinker appeal to a future date for additional comparables
• Accepted county's proposed value of $1,141,300 for Daniel W. Copeland appeal
• Accepted county's proposed value of $677,100 for Adil Nathani appeal
• Accepted county's proposed value of $944,300 for Mary Hall Subdivision LLC appeal
• Accepted county's proposed value of $944,200 for Park Place Fellowship LLC appeal

Board of Equalization & Review

The Board of Equalization and Review will meet to conduct hearings regarding property tax appeals. The board will review cases for 12 different owners or entities.

• Appeal hearing for ADJA Group LLC (PIN 9835436624)
• Appeal hearing for Dorothy Haithcock Hall (PIN 9865404243 and 9866621064)
• Appeal hearing for Lori T. Barbier (PIN 9890784360)
• Appeal hearing for Barbara A. Crumpler (PIN 9890605507.190)
• Appeal hearings for 8 additional property owners

The Orange County Board of Equalization and Review approved the county’s revised assessed values for five appealed properties. Motions were made and seconded by board members and each was voted in favor, with at least one member voting against on four of the appeals. No further action was taken on the sixth appeal that lacked a recorded decision.

• Accepted revised value $309,500 for 1631 Providence Glen Dr, Unit 190 (motion by Richal Vanhook, seconded by Saru Salvi, approved by Leon Meyers)
• Accepted revised value $401,100 for 1015 US 70 W (motion by Saru Salvi, seconded by Richal Vanhook, approved by Leon Meyers, opposed by unspecified members)
• Accepted revised value $1,300 for vacant lot near 1009 US 70 W (motion by Richal Vanhook, seconded by Saru Salvi, approved by Leon Meyers, opposed by unspecified members)
• Accepted revised value $179,200 for 2023 NC 86 N (motion by Richal Vanhook, seconded by Leon Meyers, approved by Saru Salvi, opposed by unspecified members)
• Accepted revised value $197,800 for 7820 York Loop (motion by Saru Salvi, seconded by Richal Vanhook, approved by Leon Meyers, opposed by unspecified members)

Board of Health

The Orange County Board of Health will hold its regular meeting on August 27, 2025, at Drakeford Library Complex in Carrboro. The agenda includes routine procedural items, educational sessions, and action items such as a resolution on affordable housing supply and the issuance of a building permit.

• Resolution on Affordable Housing Supply
• Issuance of Building Permit to Richard Gurlitz
• Annual Communicable Disease Update presentation
• 4th Quarter Financial Reports presentation
• BOH Policy Review session

The Board of Health approved adding an agenda item to consider issuing a permit for Mr. Richard Gurlitz to construct a car port on his property; the motion carried without dissent. The board also approved the amended meeting agenda and the amended minutes from the June 25, 2025 meeting, both unanimously.

• Added agenda item to vote on car‑port permit for Richard Gurlitz (unanimous)
• Approved amended agenda for the August 27, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved amended minutes of the June 25, 2025 meeting (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Orange County Board of Commissioners will vote on adopting the Eno-Haw Regional Hazard Mitigation Plan, a multi-jurisdictional plan required for eligibility for state and federal disaster funding. The board will also approve a Labor Day proclamation honoring workers. The meeting includes public comments, reports, and a consent agenda with routine approvals.

• Approval of Eno-Haw Regional Hazard Mitigation Plan
• Labor Day Proclamation recognizing September 1, 2025
• Consent agenda includes approval of minutes, tax settlement, refund request, records retention schedules, Tyler Software SaaS contract, backup system purchase, electric vehicle purchases, and replacement vehicles
• Public hearing on Orange County Land Use Plan 2050 (request for additional information)
• Update on revaluation appeals, studies, and tax assessment work group

The Board approved three actions during the business meeting. By unanimous consent they added two items to the agenda. They unanimously adopted a Labor Day proclamation honoring county workers. They approved Budget Amendment #1, moving up to $20,000 from the Social Justice Reserve to the Department of Social Services to aid residents displaced by Tropical Storm Chantal.

• Agenda modifications approved by unanimous consent
• Labor Day proclamation approved (unanimous vote)
• Budget Amendment #1 approved, transferring up to $20,000 for Chantal‑displaced residents

Board of Equalization & Review

The Board of Equalization and Review will meet to conduct appeals hearings for specific property tax accounts. The board will review cases involving 11 different account PINs.

• Appeal hearing for Sora Shin (PIN 9890605507.045)
• Appeal hearing for Hongliang Liu (PIN 9799616953)
• Appeal hearing for Mark R. Patmore (PIN 9788197475)
• Appeal hearing for Sharon Poythress House (PIN 9767710011)
• Two appeal hearings for Bryan Kempter (PINs 9728438513 and 9728533879)

The board accepted the county’s revised assessed values for properties owned by Sora Shin, Henry Thomas Pope Jr., and Hongliang Liu. It also approved untimely Present Use Value applications for two parcels owned by Bryan Kempter and one parcel owned by William Atherton. All motions were made by Saru Salvi, seconded by Richal Vanhook, and passed with a vote for Leon Meyers and against (no other votes recorded).

• Accepted revised value $325,800 for 432 Glencrest Place (Sora Shin)
• Accepted revised value $174,300 for 515 Revere Road (Henry Thomas Pope Jr.)
• Adjusted flood land‑value reduction to -35% and set revised value $385,800 for 801 Tinkerbell Road (Hongliang Liu)
• Accepted untimely Present Use Value application for 10.01 acres on Millikan Road (Bryan Kempter)
• Accepted untimely Present Use Value application for 13.26 acres on Millikan Road (Bryan Kempter)
• Accepted untimely Present Use Value application for 13.73 acres on Brookhollow Road (William Atherton)

Housing Authority Board

The Orange County Housing Authority Advisory Board will hold a virtual meeting to receive program updates, hear public comment, and vote on a new Project-Based Voucher Administrative Plan. The board will also swear in a new member during the session.

• Vote on new Project-Based Voucher Administrative Plan
• New Board Member swearing-in

The board adopted a policy that participants who miss two consecutive payments will receive a warning by letter, phone, and email, and if they miss a third payment they will receive a proposed termination notice. The motion was proposed by Chair Jana Murdock‑Doherty, seconded by Monica Richard, and passed unanimously with the condition that participants be informed of their right to appeal. The board also heard a proposal to adjust repayment terms based on amount owed, but no vote on that change was recorded. The program manager presented the 2025 Fair Market Rent figures, noting the payment standard will reflect 100% of those rents.

• Adopted warning‑then‑termination policy for missed payments (unanimous)
• Considered proposed repayment‑term changes (no vote recorded)
• Reviewed 2025 Fair Market Rent figures (informational only)

Board of Equalization & Review

The Orange County Board of Equalization and Review will hear 13 property tax appeals at its August 20, 2025 meeting. The board reviews property assessments and may adjust values based on evidence presented.

• Unity Center of Peace PIN 9779890221 appeal at 1:00 PM
• James Cates et al PIN 0900248697 appeal at 4:00 PM
• 11 other residential appeals scheduled throughout the afternoon

The Board approved a partial exemption for Unity Center of Peace under G.S.105‑278.3 for 2025. It also granted an elderly/disabled exclusion to Kenneth B. Benfield for 2025. Several property values were adjusted to the county’s revised amounts, while one property’s value remained unchanged.

• Granted partial religious exemption for Unity Center of Peace (2025)
• Granted elderly/disabled exclusion for Kenneth B. Benfield (2025)
• Accepted county‑revised value of $129,200 for James E. Cates land
• Accepted county‑revised value of $755,800 for Young Whang residence
• Accepted county‑revised value of $161,400 for Pamela H. Butler property
• Confirmed no change to $542,400 value for Katye H. Hargraves residence
• Accepted county‑revised value of $752,000 for Jason Maxwell Barth home
• Accepted county opinion value of $712,300 for Yunjun Mu property

OCPT Staff Working Group

The group will discuss the Orange County Transit Plan update and FY26 meeting changes. The meeting includes a review of Go Triangle Tax District FY25-Q3 results and reimbursement updates, alongside project updates from local municipalities.

• Orange County Transit Plan Update
• Go Triangle Tax District FY25-Q3 Results
• FY26 Meeting changes
• Review of tax district reimbursement and administration
• Project updates from Chapel Hill, Mebane, Hillsborough, and Carrboro

The Orange Staff Working Group elected Josh Mayo as chair and Ashley Ownbey as vice chair, both by unanimous vote. Approval of the May 2025 minutes was postponed until September, while the August 2025 minutes were approved unanimously. FY26 meeting location changes were approved and posted on the County Transportation page. No other substantive decisions were recorded.

• Postponed approval of May 2025 minutes until September (unanimous)
• Approved August 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved FY26 meeting location changes (unanimous)
• Elected Josh Mayo as chair (unanimous)
• Elected Ashley Ownbey as vice chair (unanimous)

Chapel Hill/Orange County Visitors Bureau

The Board of Directors will meet to discuss state restaurant and lodging issues and receive updates from the Executive and Sales Directors. The body will also consider nominees for Vice Chair and Treasurer.

• Nomination of Vice Chair and Treasurer
• Presentation on State Restaurant and Lodging Issues by Lynn Minges
• Executive Director's update on long-term tourism strategy
• Sales Director update

The advisory board unanimously approved the minutes from the May 21, 2025 meeting and the June 18, 2025 meeting. A motion to adjourn the August 20, 2025 meeting was also passed unanimously.

• Approved May 21, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved June 18, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Board of Equalization & Review

The Board of Equalization and Review will meet to conduct appeals hearings for 10 property owners. The board will review specific tax accounts and PINs associated with these appeals.

• Appeals hearing for John Quintin Gant (PIN 9860697030)
• Appeals hearing for Cynthia Rudin (PIN 9788787939)
• Appeals hearing for Cavin Ward Caviness (PIN 9778437158)
• Appeals hearing for Lisa Huggins (PIN 9799610946)
• Appeals hearings for 6 additional property owners

The Orange County Board of Equalization and Review considered seven property‑value appeals. For each appeal the board adopted the county’s revised assessment, with motions made by Barbara Levine or Richal Vanhook, seconded by the other, and Leon Meyers voting in favor. No changes were made to the assessed values for the properties of John Quintin Gant, Cynthia Rudin, Cavin Ward Caviness, Johnny D. Edwards, Saijun Xue, Gillian L. Gentry, and Amy Stewart‑Ginsburg. The meeting was adjourned at 2:46 PM.

• Accepted county‑revised value of $1,115,600 for 1004 Karen Woods Rd (John Quintin Gant)
• Accepted county‑revised value of $1,763,100 for 737 E. Franklin St (Cynthia Rudin)
• Accepted county‑revised value of $377,400 for 210 Westbrook Dr (Cavin Ward Caviness)
• Accepted county recommendation of no change, keeping value at $218,700 for 4923 Lebanon Rd (Johnny D. Edwards)
• Accepted county‑revised value of $202,900 for 500 Umstead Dr, Unit 304 (Saijun Xue)
• Accepted county‑revised value of $45,000 for .34‑acre lot near Rosewood Rd (Gillian L. Gentry)
• Accepted county recommendation of no change, keeping value at $373,400 for 1107 Bricewood Ln (Amy Stewart‑Ginsburg)

OCPEH Leadership Team

The Orange County Partnership to End Homelessness (OCPEH) Leadership Team meets to approve ESG funding recommendations and receive updates on HUD technical assistance, data reporting, and system changes. The session includes committee reports and a review of the 2025 calendar for housing initiatives.

• ESG Funding Recommendation Approval
• HUD Technical Assistance Town Hall scheduled for September 11, 2025
• OCPEH Program Level Data Reporting
• Partnership Budget Update and Staffing review
• CE Planning Task Force Updates

The team voted to accept the Funding Review Committee’s recommendation to give the entire $44,000 ESG grant to the Rapid Rehousing (RRH) program, despite one member opposing and three recusing. The partnership data‑reporting schedule was moved to the next meeting. Additional updates included CEF relocating, the budget being finalized, and two street‑outreach worker positions opening.

• Approved award of the full $44,000 ESG funding to RRH (motion passed, one opposition, three recused)
• Moved partnership data reporting to next month’s meeting
• Noted CEF moving to a new location with meetings starting September 2
• IFC to provide updates at the next meeting
• CASA announced grand opening of its TA youth apartment complex on Wednesday
• Budget finalized and expansion budget approved by all municipalities
• Identified two openings for street outreach workers; one candidate in talks
• Adjourned the meeting unanimously

Orange Unified Transportation Board

The Orange Unified Transportation Board will consider approving updated orientation materials for new members and reviewing a draft Project Management Plan for non-STIP projects. Staff will also provide updates on transit policy, the land use plan, and the FY26 work program.

• Approve OUTBoard Orientation Material Update
• Review Non-STIP PMP Draft
• Review Bus Shelter Policy
• Review Blue and Orange Route Report
• Review FY26 Annual Work Program

The board tabled approval of the prior meeting minutes to correct attendance and confirm township designations. The board unanimously approved the updated orientation materials with the requested edits. The board also unanimously approved the Non‑STIP draft after incorporating the suggested edits.

• Tabled approval of prior minutes to correct attendance (unanimous)
• Approved revised orientation packet with edits (unanimous)
• Approved Non‑STIP draft with edits (unanimous)

Board of Equalization & Review

The Orange County Board of Equalization & Review will hear four property tax appeals at its August 13 meeting. Three appeals have a Spatialest appraiser present; one does not. The board’s role is to decide whether assessed values should be adjusted based on owner evidence.

• Thomas Anthony Pasquini appeal (PIN 9856556007) at 1:00 PM
• ADJA Group LLC appeal (PIN 9835436624) at 1:15 PM
• Ethan Fogleman appeal (PIN 9875779042) at 1:30 PM
• Steven Gordon appeal (PIN 9778561748.040) at 3:30 PM — no Spatialest appraiser present

The Board approved the county’s revised assessed values for the properties at 305 New Isley Trail, 124 Fidelity Street Unit 22, and 1519 Miller Road. It also voted to continue the appeal for the ADJA Group LLC property at 517 Lancaster Road to allow the appellant to submit valid comparable sales data. All motions were approved by the Board.

• Accepted revised value $960,700 for 305 New Isley Trail (motion by Saru Salvi, seconded by Richal Vanhook, approved)
• Continued ADJA Group LLC appeal for 517 Lancaster Road (motion by Leon Meyers, seconded by Saru Salvi, approved)
• Accepted revised value $95,200 for 124 Fidelity Street Unit 22 (motion by Richal Vanhook, seconded by Saru Salvi, approved)
• Accepted revised value $356,900 for 1519 Miller Road (motion by Richal Vanhook, seconded by Saru Salvi, approved)

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will hold a quasi-judicial hearing regarding a variance request for a property off Eno Cemetery Road. The board will also review minutes from the June 11, 2025, meeting.

• Variance request (Case BA25-0002) to reduce front building setback from 40 feet to 30 feet for a 0.47-acre site off Eno Cemetery Road

The Board approved the minutes from the most recent meeting with a unanimous vote. No vote or decision was recorded on the variance request (Case BA25-0002). The meeting proceeded with the variance hearing but ended without a formal outcome.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (unanimous)

Advisory Board on Aging

The Advisory Board on Aging will elect a new chair and vice-chair following the resignation of Chair Ann Bradford. The meeting will also include approval of minutes, staff updates, and final reports on the 2022-27 Master Aging Plan.

• Approval of June 10, 2025 minutes
• Staff updates: Employment Specialist and Aging Transitions Specialist
• Election of new chair and vice-chair
• FY 25-26 Budget updates
• Final Year 3 Reports on Communications, Transportation, and Community Support

The board approved the June 10, 2025 minutes. Tracy Holsinger was elected chair, replacing Ann Bradford. The board voted to adopt a new Senior Center Code of Conduct. The Project EngAGE class was postponed to next year due to low interest.

• Approved June 10, 2025 minutes
• Elected Tracy Holsinger as chair
• Passed new Senior Center Code of Conduct
• Delayed Project EngAGE class to next year

Board of Equalization & Review

The Board of Equalization and Review is reconvening to conduct appeals hearings. The body will review tax appeals for six specific property owners.

• Appeal hearing for Yang Yang (PIN 9777876025)
• Appeal hearing for La Eula Davis (PIN 9787181808)
• Appeal hearing for Yi Hung Kung (PIN 9890605507.090)
• Appeal hearing for Margaret Allister (PIN 9863963376)
• Appeal hearings for Charlotte Bailey and Anthony J. Hennessey

The Orange County Board of Equalization and Review approved revised assessed values for three properties and kept the assessed values unchanged for three others. Motions were made and seconded by board members, with each decision receiving a recorded vote of one member in favor and one member against. All actions were taken during the August 12, 2025 meeting.

• Accepted County’s revised value of $21,900 for 600 NC 54 W (1 for, 1 against)
• Accepted County’s recommendation of no change, keeping value at $406,000 for 1016 Highgrove Drive (1 for, 1 against)
• Accepted County’s revised value of $352,700 for 115 Culbreth Park Drive (1 for, 1 against)
• Revised value to $325,000 for 821 Providence Glen Drive (1 for, 1 against)
• Accepted County’s revised value of $275,500 for 109 Lafayette Drive (1 for, 1 against)
• Accepted County’s recommendation of no change, keeping value at $718,600 for 627 Churton Grove Boulevard (1 for, 1 against)

Affordable Housing Advisory Board

The Orange County Affordable Housing Advisory Board will hold its August 12, 2025 meeting to approve minutes, welcome new members, and review updates from board and staff. The board will then draft its 2025–2026 work plan and plan upcoming community meetings.

• Draft 2025–2026 work plan
• Plan community meetings

The board approved the May 2025 meeting minutes unanimously. It also approved submitting the updated housing inventory to Blake for review. Other agenda items were discussed but no further actions were taken.

• Approved May meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved submission of updated inventory to Blake (unanimous)

Commission for the Environment

The Commission for the Environment will discuss progress on the State of the Environment report, including emerging issues like heat, PFAs, and flooding. Members will also review the 2025 Climate Action Grant scoring tools and provide feedback on a new environmental award.

• Vote for current membership applicant
• Discussion of 2025 Climate Action Grant scoring tools
• Review of draft OC Environmental Award description and application
• Planning for State of the Environment report sections on Air, Land, and Water
• Updates on Solar Feasibility Study and Trails Plan Survey

The commission unanimously approved the draft meeting summary from June 9, 2025. It also unanimously recommended that Jeffrey Ryan be appointed to the Commission for the Environment by the Board of County Commissioners. The meeting was then adjourned by unanimous vote.

• Approved draft June 9, 2025 meeting summary (unanimous)
• Recommended appointment of Jeffrey Ryan to the CFE by the BOCC (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will review a request to rezone approximately 61.11 acres in the Bingham Township. The board will make a recommendation to the Board of County Commissioners regarding the proposal.

• Rezoning of +/- 61.11 acres at 3531 NC Highway 54 W from R-1 (Rural Residential) to R-CD (Residential - Conditional District)

The Orange County Planning Board approved the minutes from the June 4, 2025 regular meeting with a unanimous vote. No agenda items were added. The board heard a presentation on a zoning atlas amendment, but no vote or decision was recorded on that matter.

• Approved June 4th, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Parks & Recreation Council

The Council will discuss the 2030 Master Plan Mid-Plan Report and determine agenda items for the remainder of 2025. The meeting includes a report from the Director regarding project and budget updates.

• Review of Parks and Recreation 2030 Master Plan Mid-Plan Report
• The Nature of Orange Photo Contest 2025
• Discussion of items for the remainder of 2025
• Project and Budget/CIP updates
• Intergovernmental Parks Work Group report

The Parks & Recreation Council approved the meeting summary for August 6, 2025 with all members in favor and none opposed. No other motions were voted on or decided during this meeting.

• Approved meeting summary (all in favor, motion carried)

Board of Equalization & Review

The Board of Equalization and Review will hear appeals regarding property tax valuations. The board will also consider requests for neighborhood reviews and value corrections before adjourning from accepting 2025 appeals.

• Appeals hearings for 16 accounts, including multiple properties owned by Gilded Homes LLC
• Request for Neighborhood Review and Value Corrections
• Adjournment from accepting 2025 appeals

The Board approved a motion authorizing the Tax Office to review and correct property values in neighborhoods flagged by a vertical equity analysis, parcels submitted by the Property Tax Justice Coalition, and deeded sale‑price restrictions on Habitat for Humanity homes. The motion was made by Richal Vanhook, seconded by Saru Salvi, and passed without objections. The Board also voted to adjourn acceptance of new appeals at 3:18 PM.

• Authorized staff to review and correct values for equity‑identified neighborhoods, Tax Justice Coalition parcels, and Habitat for Humanity deed restrictions (motion passed, no objections)
• Accepted revised value $89,000 for 2007 Davis Road (parcel 9862064805)
• Accepted revised value $408,800 for 200 Climbing Aster Court (parcel 9835566285)
• Accepted revised value $193,300 for 1002 Willow Drive, Unit 88 (parcel 9799137408.088)
• Accepted revised value $439,900 for 613 Yorktown Drive (parcel 9777204071)
• Accepted revised value $499,800 for 1720 Allard Road (parcel 9789961846)
• Accepted revised value $133,200 for 509 Locust Road (parcel 9865659710)
• Adjourned acceptance of new appeals at 3:18 PM

Agricultural Preservation Board

The Agricultural Preservation Board will vote on a revised draft of the Ag Viability and Farmland Stewardship Plan. The board is also addressing membership vacancies and reappointments. Additionally, members will discuss the VAD program and a fall 2025 breakfast event.

• Vote on updated Ag Viability and Farmland Stewardship Plan
• Replacement of members McPherson, Myers, Saiers, and Sykes
• Reappointment of members Miller and Wagger
• Filling vacancy following Palmer's resignation
• Discussion of VAD program updates

The Agricultural Preservation Board approved the March 19th, 2025 meeting summary. Members voted to reconvene the subcommittee with Saiers invited to review plan edits. The board reappointed Mary Beth Miller and Michael Wagger and appointed Glenn Rose and Jeff Sykes to fill vacant district seats. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved March 19th, 2025 meeting summary (motion passed)
• Reconstituted subcommittee, inviting Saiers to join (motion passed)
• Reappointed Mary Beth Miller and Michael Wagger; appointed Glenn Rose (Hillsborough district) and Jeff Sykes (Cane Creek‑Buckhorn district) (motion carried)
• Adjourned meeting (motion passed)

Board of Equalization & Review

The Board of Equalization and Review will meet to conduct appeals hearings for five property owners. The board will review cases involving Chapel Hill Retirement Residence LLC, Eugenia Conway, J K B Commercial LLC, and Ttnl Properties Partnership.

• Appeal hearing: Chapel Hill Retirement Residence LLC (PIN 9789552588)
• Appeal hearing: Eugenia Conway (PIN 9789961846)
• Appeal hearing: J K B Commercial LLC (PIN 9799038088.013)
• Appeal hearing: Ttnl Properties Partnership (PIN 9874328408)
• Appeal hearing: Ttnl Properties Partnership (PIN 9874322487)

The Board kept the assessed value for the Chapel Hill Retirement Residence and for an EHSC property on US 70A, while approving revised values of $3,340,800 for another EHSC property and $586,800 for J K B Commercial LLC. A motion to add a July 30, 2025 meeting was also approved.

• No change in value for Chapel Hill Retirement Residence LLC (vote: For, Against Saru Salvi)
• Accepted revised value of $3,340,800 for EHSC Properties, 607 US 70A (vote: For Richal Vanhook, Against)
• Accepted revised value of $586,800 for J K B Commercial LLC, 101 Conner Drive (vote: For Leon Meyers, Against)
• No change in value for EHSC Properties, 525 US 70A (vote: For Leon Meyers, Against)
• Approved motion to schedule a July 30, 2025 meeting (no objections)

Historic Preservation Commission

The commission will review an updated landmark evaluation form and proposed text for America’s 250th interpretive markers. Members will also discuss the Faucett Mill and plan a field trip to the Andrews House. No items are scheduled for a final decision at this meeting.

• Proposed text for America’s 250th interpretive markers
• Proposed marker for lynching victim Cyrus Guy
• Landmark next steps for Currie-Neville Log House on Old NC 86
• Status of Old Courthouse restoration project
• Damage reports for Occaneechi Village and Faucett Mill from Tropical Storm Chantal

Board of Equalization & Review

The Board of Equalization and Review is meeting to conduct appeals hearings for five specific property accounts. The board will review cases involving Epsilon of Phi Gamma Delta Inc., M4 Property Management, Yogiri Inc, and Knowehead Group LLC.

• Appeal hearing for Epsilon of Phi Gamma Delta Inc. (PIN 9788364372)
• Appeal hearing for M4 Property Management (PIN 9873180351)
• Appeal hearing for Yogiri Inc (PIN 9865504253)
• Appeal hearing for Knowehead Group LLC (PIN 9788215807)
• Appeal hearing for Knowehead Group LLC (PIN 9788210649)

The Board accepted the county’s recommendation to lower the building grades of all units on Highgrove Drive from A to B‑10 and detached garages from B‑10 to C‑. The motion passed with Leon Meyers voting for and one vote against. The Board also kept the assessed value for Epsilon of Phi Gamma Delta unchanged, continued the appeal for M4 Property Management, accepted a revised value of $274,500 for Yogiri Inc., and upheld the current values for Knowehead Group properties.

• Approved building‑grade adjustment for Highgrove Drive (Leon Meyers voted For, one vote Against)
• Accepted no change in value for Epsilon of Phi Gamma Delta (Leon Meyers voted For, one vote Against)
• Continued appeal for M4 Property Management (Richal Vanhook voted For, one vote Against)
• Accepted revised assessed value of $274,500 for Yogiri Inc. (Leon Meyers voted For, one vote Against)
• Accepted no change in value for Knowehead Group LLC (403 Smith Ave) (Leon Meyers voted For, one vote Against)
• Accepted no change in value for Knowehead Group LLC (905 Dawes St) – no motion recorded

Board of Equalization & Review

The Board of Equalization and Review will meet to conduct a series of appeals hearings. The body will review specific property tax accounts and PINs.

• Appeal hearing for Elizabeth Via (PIN 9789205494)
• Appeal hearing for Leon Niegelsky Jr (PIN 9788278230.097L 427)
• Appeal hearings for Cedars Limited Partnership (PINs 9834888220, 9834789169, 9834581778)
• Appeal hearing for Lois Collazo (PIN 9759475283)
• Appeal hearings for various owners including Liu Fangfang, Ivan Hernandez, and Patty Van Capellen

The Orange County Board of Equalization and Review approved the county's revised values for seven property tax appeals. Each motion was made, seconded, and approved by a vote of Leon Meyers in favor and an unnamed member against. No other actions were taken during the meeting.

• Accepted county's revised value of $469,000 for 214 Columbia Place West (Elizabeth Via)
• Accepted county's recommendation of no change, keeping value at $438,100 for 2419 Summit Drive (Jiang Zhou)
• Accepted county's revised value of $72,700 for Unit 10, 130 S Estes Drive (Kirk Hasenmueller)
• Accepted county's revised value of $1,416,600 for Unit 427, 140 West Franklin Street (Leon Niegelsky Jr)
• Accepted county's revised value of $623,200 for 200 Laurens Way (Fangfang Liu)
• Accepted county's revised value of $208,000 for 103 Garden Street (Patty Van Capellen)
• Accepted county's revised value of $294,100 for 1517 Davis Road (Terri Murray)

Board of Equalization & Review

The Board of Equalization and Review will meet to conduct a series of appeals hearings. The board will review specific property tax accounts and hear from owners and appraisers.

• Appeal hearing for Sue Campbell (PIN 9779924751)
• Appeal hearing for Wei Ting Chan (PIN 9870800968)
• Appeal hearing for Patricia Eubanks (PIN 9831986232)
• Appeal hearing for Jonathan Volmer (PIN 9799338378)
• Appeal hearing for JL Wright Contracting Inc. (PIN 9891583870)

The Orange County Board of Equalization and Review voted on seven property‑tax appeals. It approved revised assessed values for six properties and granted a circuit‑breaker tax deferment for one property. It also denied an elderly/disabled exemption request.

• Revised assessed value for 600 Ironwoods Drive to $450,000 (1 for, 1 against)
• Granted circuit breaker tax deferment for 105 Chesapeake Way (1 for, 1 against)
• Accepted county’s revised value of $674,200 for 5220 Buckhorn Road (1 for, 1 against)
• Accepted county’s revised value of $562,500 for 306 Spruce Street (1 for, 1 against)
• Accepted county’s revised value of $634,700 for 1905 Rolling Road (1 for, 1 against)
• Denied elderly/disabled exclusion for 113 Alabama Avenue (1 for, 1 against)
• Accepted county’s revised value of $255,200 for 6100 Wade Loop (1 for, 1 against)

Planning Board

The Ordinance Review Committee will evaluate proposed changes to the Unified Development Ordinance. Discussions focus on impervious surface limits, watershed protection, stream buffers, and subdivision review processes.

• Proposed UDO amendments for 13 Watershed Protection Overlay Districts
• Additional impervious surface area allowances for qualified Low to Moderate Income Households
• Refinement of minimum reservoir buffer widths for the Upper Eno Critical Watershed Protection Overlay District
• Proposed UDO amendments regarding subdivision review processes and classifications

The board reviewed proposed amendments to the Unified Development Ordinance concerning impervious surfaces, watershed protection overlay districts, stream buffers, and subdivision regulations. Presentations were given by County Engineer Christopher Sandt and Planning Director Cy Stober, and the board discussed related topics such as variance procedures, affordable‑housing density, and neighborhood meetings. No motions were adopted, approved, denied, or tabled during the meeting.

Board of Equalization & Review

The Board of Equalization and Review will meet to conduct appeals hearings for 13 property tax accounts. The board will review cases involving individual owners and NKB Properties LLC.

• Appeal hearing for Jeannette M. Vega (PIN 9865846191)
• Appeal hearing for Mary Rizkalla (PIN 9873430928)
• Appeal hearing for Junli Zhao (PIN 9870917537)
• Three appeal hearings for NKB Properties LLC (PINs 9788164814.022, .025, .026)
• Two appeal hearings for Sedelia Campbell (PINs 9758150111, 9758050035)

The Board of Equalization and Review decided on six property tax appeals. It accepted a reduced assessed value of $212,600 for Jeannette M. Vega’s property after a 20% depreciation adjustment. It upheld the county’s recommended values for five other properties, leaving their assessed values unchanged.

• Accepted revised value of $212,600 for 705 NC 86 N (Vega) (motion passed)
• Maintained assessed value of $397,300 for 446 Great Eno Path (Rizkalla) (motion passed)
• Maintained assessed value of $1,139,100 for 161 Tramore Drive (Gallemore) (motion passed)
• Maintained assessed value of $379,200 for 2510 Sweet Gum Drive (Werner) (motion passed)
• Accepted revised value of $79,200 for 2110 Carl Durham Road (Campbell) (motion passed)
• Maintained assessed value of $360,300 for 2106 Carl Durham Road (Campbell) (motion passed)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will decide on adopting a regional hazard mitigation plan to maintain eligibility for state and federal disaster funding. The body will also consider a resolution opposing Senate Bill 205 and review reports on property revaluation and climate action.

• Approval of Eno-Haw Regional Hazard Mitigation Plan
• Resolution in Opposition to Senate Bill 205
• Report on 2025 Revaluation Review Efforts
• Condominium Agreement with Town of Carrboro for Drakeford Library Complex
• Purchase of replacement desktop and laptop computers

The Board removed agenda item 6‑a and the Eno‑Haw Regional Hazard Mitigation Plan from the meeting agenda. It then approved a resolution opposing Senate Bill 205, authorizing the Chair to sign it. Both motions passed unanimously.

• Removed agenda item 6‑a (unanimous)
• Removed Eno‑Haw Regional Hazard Mitigation Plan from agenda (unanimous)
• Approved resolution opposing Senate Bill 205 and authorized Chair to sign (unanimous)

Board of Equalization & Review

The Board of Equalization and Review will meet to conduct appeals hearings for 10 property owners. The board will review specific accounts and PINs to determine tax valuations.

• Appeal hearing for David Michael Davis (PIN 9892423445)
• Appeal hearing for Bryan C. Kempter (PIN 9788246792)
• Appeal hearing for David L. Wilson (PIN 9779298676)
• Appeal hearing for Gwendolyn Anderson (PIN 9870435843)
• Appeal hearings for 6 additional property owners

The Orange County Board of Equalization and Review voted to accept the county's revised assessed values for all appeals presented. The board also reclassified the property at 307 McCauley Street as a Single Family Residence, setting its value at $859,900. Each motion was approved by Leon Meyers and opposed by an unnamed member. No other actions were taken.

• Accepted county's revised value of $318,700 for 537 Narrow Lane (Voted For Leon Meyers; Voted Against)
• Accepted county's revised value of $1,306,900 for 3 Mint Springs Lane (Voted For Leon Meyers; Voted Against)
• Accepted county's recommendation of no change, keeping $97,100 for 600 Joyce Road (Voted For Leon Meyers; Voted Against)
• Accepted county's revised value of $859,900 and reclassified 307 McCauley Street to Single Family Residence (Voted For Leon Meyers; Voted Against)
• Accepted county's revised value of $589,100 for 300 Laurens Way (Voted For Leon Meyers; Voted Against)
• Accepted county's revised value of $678,600 for 204 West Winmore Ave (Voted For Leon Meyers; Voted Against)
• Accepted county's revised value of $164,700 for 7915 Rogers Road (Voted For Leon Meyers; Voted Against)

Board of Health

The Board of Health will meet to receive an educational session on the State of the County’s Health (SOTCH) report. The meeting includes reports from the Health Director and Communications Manager with possible action.

• Educational session on State of the County’s Health (SOTCH) Report
• Health Director Report from Quintana Stewart
• Media Items report from Libbie Hough

The Orange County Board of Health unanimously approved the agenda for the June 25, 2025 meeting. The board also unanimously approved the minutes from the May 28, 2025 meeting. Both motions were carried without dissent.

• Approved June 25, 2025 agenda (carried without dissent)
• Approved May 28, 2025 meeting minutes (carried without dissent)

Board of Equalization & Review

The Board will hear appeals regarding property tax valuations for 11 specific accounts. The meeting also includes discussions on pre-hearing evidence delivery and registered motor vehicles.

• Appeals hearing for Tonya Miltier (PIN 0063101162)
• Appeals hearings for Griffith Capital LLC (PINs 9757416432, 9757407981)
• Appeals hearings for Chapel Hill Equestrian Center LLC (PINs 9881222099, 9881230565)
• Discussion on pre-hearing evidence delivery
• Discussion on registered motor vehicles

The board voted to provide a printed copy of the County's evidence to appellants at hearings, with no objections. It considered and voted on revised assessed values for a registered motor vehicle and several real‑property parcels, recording votes for and against each motion. The meeting scheduled for June 26, 2025 was cancelled.

• Motion to provide printed copy of County evidence at hearings approved (no objections)
• Motion to revise vehicle value to $12,000: voted For – Richal Vanhook; voted Against – (unspecified)
• Motion to accept revised value $32,100 for Griffith Capital LLC parcel 9757416432: voted For – Leon Meyers; voted Against – (unspecified)
• Motion to accept revised value $20,000 for Griffith Capital LLC parcel 9757407981: voted For – Leon Meyers; voted Against – (unspecified)
• Motion to accept revised value $97,000 for Andi Judith Morgan unit 124 Fidelity St Unit 18: voted For – Leon Meyers; voted Against – (unspecified)
• Motion to accept revised value $92,200 for Hillmont Hippo LLC unit 124 Fidelity St Unit 17: voted For – Leon Meyers; voted Against – (unspecified)
• June 26, 2025 board meeting cancelled

Chapel Hill/Orange County Visitors Bureau

The Board of Directors will review the 2025/26 budget and year-end tourism initiatives. The meeting includes a presentation from the President and CEO of Visit Raleigh.

• Review of Budget 2025/26
• Tourism year-end report and upcoming business initiatives
• Presentation by Visit Raleigh CEO Denny Edwards

The June 18 advisory board meeting did not have a quorum, so the minutes were not approved. No formal votes or approvals were recorded for any agenda items. Board members discussed tourism strategy, upcoming events, and funding ideas, but no actions were finalized.

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will decide on the Fiscal Year 2025-26 budget and fee schedule. They will also consider a ten-year capital investment plan and hold a public hearing on transit improvements for the Hillsborough Circulator.

• Approval of Fiscal Year 2025-26 Budget Ordinances and County Fee Schedule
• Public hearing on Hillsborough Circulator transit improvements, including route realignment and reduced wait times
• Acceptance of the Ten-Year Capital Investment Plan (CIP)
• Condominium Agreement and MOU with Town of Carrboro for Drakeford Library Complex
• Contract renewals for OE Enterprises (courier), SunStates Security (Eno River Parking Deck), and Siemens (HVAC)

The Board voted to delete item 6‑c from the June 17 agenda. Chair Jamezetta Bedford made the motion and Vice‑Chair Jean Hamilton seconded it. The motion passed unanimously. No other substantive actions were taken at this meeting.

• Removed agenda item 6‑c (unanimous)

Orange Unified Transportation Board

The Orange Unified Transportation Board will meet to provide comments on the State of County Transit Report, the Non-STIP PMP Draft, and updated board orientation materials. The board will also receive staff updates on the County Land Use Plan and the Hillsborough Circulator partnership.

• Review of Non-STIP PMP Draft
• Review of State of County Transit Report
• Update to OUTBoard Orientation Material
• Staff update on Hillsborough Circulator and Corporate Extension Partnership
• Staff update on FY26 Annual Work Program

Board of Equalization & Review

The Board of Equalization and Review will meet to conduct appeals hearings for specific property owners. The board will review cases involving property accounts and appraiser testimony.

• Appeal hearing for Anja P. Lathan (PIN/Account 9788474898.003)
• Appeal hearing for Boon Trott (PIN/Account 9825575302)

The Board accepted the county recommendation to adjust the AC-9 land pricing to $110,000 for all properties in Neighborhood 6306. It also approved the county‑recommended revised assessed values for three individual appeals: Boon Trott ($309,600), Anja Lathan ($565,000), and Marsha Tinnen ($252,700). Each motion was made, seconded, and voted for by Chair Leon Meyers, with at least one member voting against.

• Approved AC-9 land pricing adjustment to $110,000 for all properties in NBC 6306 (motion by Richal Vanhook, seconded by Saru Salvi, voted For Leon Meyers, voted Against)
• Accepted revised value $309,600 for Boon Trott property (motion by Richal Vanhook, seconded by Saru Salvi, voted For Leon Meyers, voted Against)
• Accepted revised value $565,000 for Anja Lathan condo (motion by Saru Salvi, seconded by Richal Vanhook, voted For Leon Meyers, voted Against)
• Accepted revised value $252,700 for Marsha Tinnen property (motion by Saru Salvi, seconded by Richal Vanhook, voted For Leon Meyers, voted Against)

Board of Equalization & Review

The Board of Equalization and Review will meet to conduct appeals hearings for specific property accounts. The board will review cases involving 15 different owners or entities.

• Appeals hearing for Ryan Reynolds (PIN 83647479)
• Appeals hearing for Joanna Simoni (PIN 9777892564)
• Appeals hearing for Old 86 Holdings LLC (PIN 9860739237)
• Appeals hearings for Pearl C Cole (PINs 9768680217 and 9768686557)
• Appeals hearing for Kenneth & Roni Peterson (PIN 9767128540)

The Orange County Board of Equalization and Review heard nine appeals and adopted the county’s recommendations on seven of them. The board kept the assessed value unchanged for three properties, approved revised values for three others, and authorized a 90% land adjustment for one parcel. All motions passed with a vote from Chair Leon Meyers and an opposing vote.

• Accepted county recommendation, no change for Ryan Reynolds vehicle ($47,289) (vote: For Leon Meyers, Against)
• Accepted county revised value $278,100 for Pearl Cole property (parcel 9768680217) (vote: For Leon Meyers, Against)
• Approved -90% land adjustment, revised value $4,700 for Pearl Council Cole property (parcel 9768686557) (vote: For Leon Meyers, Against)
• Accepted county recommendation, no change for Joanna Simoni property ($634,700) (vote: For Leon Meyers, Against)
• Accepted county revised value $1,069,600 for Kristi L. Coe property (parcel 9823453395) (vote: For Leon Meyers, Against)
• Accepted county revised value $279,800 for Old 86 Holdings LLC property (parcel 9860739237) (vote: For Leon Meyers, Against)
• Accepted county decision $50,000 for Casandra Richardson et al property (parcel 9788270532)

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment is reviewing a modification to a recreational facility's special use permit and a variance request for residential construction setbacks near Lake Orange.

• Case A-3-25: Special Use Permit modification for a recreational facility at Old Greensboro Road and Holly Creek Lane
• Case A-7-24: Variance request for 4630 Old Lake Trail to reduce reservoir building setbacks from 150 feet to 75 feet
• Case A-7-24: Variance request for 4630 Old Lake Trail to reduce septic setbacks from 300 feet to 150 feet

The Board of Adjustment approved the minutes from the December 11, 2024 meeting. The motion was made by Jeff Scott, seconded by Nathan Robinson, and passed with a unanimous vote. No other actions were decided during this meeting.

• Approved December 11, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Advisory Board on Aging

The board will discuss updates regarding the Seymour Center Theater renovation and the FY 25-26 budget. Members will review third-quarter reports for Year 3 of the 2022-27 Master Aging Plan. The meeting includes updates on senior programs and board appointments.

• FY 25-26 Budget Updates
• Third Quarter Year 3 Reports for the 2022-27 Master Aging Plan
• Seymour Center Theater Renovation
• Board appointments
• Summer Fan Distribution

The Advisory Board approved the May 13, 2025 meeting minutes. It adopted the FY 25-26 budget, which adds funds for staff training and in‑home services. The Aging takeaway lunch program will be discontinued after August, with recipients being connected to MOWOCNC. Board appointments for an ex‑officio member and Mary are pending confirmation on June 17.

• Approved May 13, 2025 meeting minutes
• Adopted FY 25-26 budget (includes staff training and in‑home services)
• Set to discontinue Aging takeaway lunch program after August
• Board appointments pending confirmation (Vibeke ex officio, Mary pending)

Board of Equalization & Review

The Board of Equalization and Review will meet to conduct appeals hearings for two property owners. The board will review cases involving Sherry C. Webster and Tao Li.

• Appeal hearing for Sherry C. Webster (PIN/Account 9748756543)
• Appeal hearing for Tao Li (PIN/Account 9870717707)

The minutes contain no recorded approvals, denials, or votes on agenda items.

Commission for the Environment

The Commission for the Environment will review progress on the State of the Environment report and discuss the timeline for potential environmental awards. The body will also introduce membership candidates and hold sub-committee breakout sessions to set yearly goals.

• Introduction of candidates for potential membership
• Discussion of timeline and ideas for environmental awards
• Review of State of the Environment report progress and due dates
• Updates on Trails Community Vision Workshop
• Recap of May Clothing Swap Event and Sustainability Annual Report

The commission approved the draft meeting summary for May 12, 2025. Members voted unanimously to recommend Margo Lester for appointment to the Commission for the Environment by the Board of County Commissioners. The meeting was adjourned by unanimous vote.

• Approved draft meeting summary (May 12, 2025) – unanimous
• Recommended appointment of Margo Lester to CFE by BOCC – unanimous
• Adjourned meeting – unanimous

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners held a budget work session to determine the FY 2025-26 operating budget, tax rates, and fee schedule. The Board expressed its intent to formally adopt the budget on June 17, 2025, following decisions on capital investments and school funding.

• Ad valorem property tax rate set at 65.59 cents per $100 of assessed valuation
• Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools District Tax set at 14.41 cents per $100 of assessed valuation
• Total Capital Investment Plan funding for FY 2025-26 approved at $76,379,922
• Current Expense appropriation for local school districts totaling $111,328,011
• 2% wage increase for permanent employees in active status on June 30, 2025

The Orange County Board accepted the ten‑year FY 2025‑35 Capital Investment Plan and the intent to adopt capital funding for FY 2025‑26. It then approved a series of budget amendments (CIP‑S01 through CIP‑S06, CIP‑B01, CIP‑B02B, CIP‑B03, CIP‑B05, CIP‑B06) by unanimous vote. One amendment, CIP‑B04, was rejected with 0 Ayes and 7 Nays. All other listed amendments passed unanimously.

• Accepted FY 2025‑35 Ten‑Year Capital Investment Plan and intent to adopt FY 2025‑26 capital funding (decision recorded, no vote tally provided)
• Approved budget amendments CIP‑S01, CIP‑S02, CIP‑S03, CIP‑S04, CIP‑S05, CIP‑S06 – UNANIMOUS
• Approved budget amendment CIP‑B01 – UNANIMOUS
• Approved budget amendment CIP‑B02B – UNANIMOUS
• Approved budget amendment CIP‑B03 – UNANIMOUS
• Rejected budget amendment CIP‑B04 – Ayes 0, Nays 7 (unanimous opposition)
• Approved budget amendment CIP‑B05 – UNANIMOUS
• Approved budget amendment CIP‑B06 – UNANIMOUS

Board of Equalization & Review

The Board of Equalization and Review will meet to conduct appeals hearings for specific property owners. The body will review cases involving property tax valuations.

• Appeal hearing for Bram Luknight (PIN 9864169884)
• Appeal hearing for Preston and Vivian Rogers (PIN 9835498749)
• Appeal hearing for James Lea (PIN 9837619237)

The board accepted the county’s recommendation to keep the assessment at $90,000 for Bram Luknight’s vacant lot at 3905 Mill Creek Road. It approved a reduced assessment of $462,500 for Preston and Vivian Rogers’ home at 1615 Silk Oaks Court. It also approved an increased assessment of $249,600 for James Lea’s property at 3905 Mill Creek Road. All motions passed with recorded votes.

• Maintain $90,000 assessment for 3905 Mill Creek Rd (Bram Luknight) – approved
• Set $462,500 assessment for 1615 Silk Oaks Ct (Preston & Vivian Rogers) – approved
• Set $249,600 assessment for 3905 Mill Creek Rd (James Lea) – approved

Planning Board

The Planning Board will review and make a recommendation to the Board of County Commissioners regarding a zoning amendment for approximately 110.456 acres. The proposal seeks to change the zoning from Planned Development Housing - Rural Buffer and Rural Buffer to a Non-Residential Conditional District.

• Rezoning of +/- 110.456 acres at 4809 Friends School Road from PDH-RB and RB to NR-CD

The Planning Board approved the minutes from the May 7, 2025 meeting by unanimous vote. The board also approved the public charge item. No vote or decision was recorded for the zoning atlas amendment; the board only reviewed the proposal and will forward a recommendation to the Board of County Commissioners.

• Approved May 7, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved public charge (no vote tally provided)

Parks & Recreation Council

The Council will discuss the current status of county parks and review public outreach results for the Trails Plan. Members will also receive an update on the FY 2025-35 Capital Investment Plan.

• State of the Parks 2025 presentation by Parks Superintendent Dan Derby
• Review of Trails Plan public outreach sessions
• FY 2025-35 Capital Investment Plan update
• Intergovernmental Parks Work Group report

The Parks & Recreation Council approved the meeting summary from April 2 with a unanimous vote. The council also confirmed the renewal of a five‑year contract with SportsPlex. No other formal actions were taken; the Trails Plan outreach and the FY 2025‑23 Capital Investment Plan were discussed but not decided.

• Approved April 2 meeting summary (motion carried, all in favor)
• Renewed five‑year contract with SportsPlex
• Added agenda item for Friends of Orange County Parks and Recreation
• Moved Chair and Vice Chair elections to after Trails Plan Update

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings on zoning atlas amendments and telecommunication and solar array standards. They are also deciding on the approval of the Solid Waste Master Plan — Path to Zero Waste.

• Public hearings for zoning amendments at 1125 New Grady Brown School Road and 9900 NC 57
• Approval of Solid Waste Master Plan — Path to Zero Waste
• Unified Development Ordinance text amendments for solar array and telecommunication standards
• Fiscal Year 2024-25 Budget Amendment #10
• Health Department fee changes

The Board voted unanimously to remove item 8‑k from the consent agenda and send it to the Planning Board for further consideration. No other substantive actions, approvals, or denials were recorded during the meeting, which consisted mainly of public comments and announcements.

• Removed item 8‑k from Consent Agenda and referred to Planning Board (unanimous)

Board of Equalization & Review

The Board of Equalization and Review will meet to conduct a series of appeals hearings. The board will review property tax accounts for 13 listed owners.

• Appeals hearing for Alan and Deborah MacDonald (PIN 9864688666)
• Appeals hearing for Teresa T McMillan (PIN 9844299716)
• Appeals hearing for Ekaterina Gorbacheva (PIN 9864800948.017)
• Appeals hearings for Robin F. Fuqua (PINs 9960558097 and 9960555344)
• Appeals hearing for Ehren Jacob Wainwright Trustee (PIN 9777959895.008)

The minutes contain no recorded approvals, denials, or other substantive actions; only procedural entries are present.

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will conduct a public hearing and work session regarding the recommended FY 2025-26 Budget and FY 2025-35 Capital Investment Plan. The meeting includes a presentation of the County Manager's budget recommendations and discussions on several advisory board appointments.

• Proposed tax rate increase of 2.95 cents over the revenue neutral rate
• Recommended total school district funding of $145,850,132
• Proposed 2% wage adjustment for employees totaling $1,797,292
• Requested tax rate increases for 10 of 12 fire districts, including White Cross Fire
• Appointment discussions for the Advisory Board on Aging, Affordable Housing Advisory Board, Arts Commission, and Economic Development Advisory Board

The Orange County Board of Commissioners voted to open the public hearing on the FY 2025‑26 budget and capital investment plan. Commissioner McKee made the motion, which Commissioner Fowler seconded. The motion passed unanimously. No other substantive actions were recorded in the minutes.

• Approved opening of the budget and capital investment public hearing (unanimous)

Historic Preservation Commission

The commission will review an updated landmark evaluation form and conduct an evaluation exercise for the Cole House. Members will also discuss a DNA project at Black burial grounds and the launch of a historical marker subcommittee. No items are scheduled for a final decision.

• Landmark evaluation exercise: James H. and Bernetta Cole Hackney House (Cole House) at 753 Smith Level Rd.
• DNA project at Black burial grounds by the ASHES lab at NCSU
• Organization and launch of a historical marker project subcommittee
• Potential landmark designation for Currie-Neville Log House on Old NC 86
• Andrews House National Register Nomination project

The commission approved the minutes from the April 23rd, 2025 meeting. Staff proposed canceling the June 25th meeting, and the members agreed to the cancellation. No other items required a vote.

• Approved minutes for April 23rd, 2025 meeting (motion carried)
• June 25th meeting cancelled (membership agreed)

Board of Health

The Orange County Board of Health will conduct its regular meeting, including public comment, board member updates, and educational sessions on child fatalities and opioid harm reduction. The board will also review fee updates and receive reports from the health director and media liaison.

• Annual Child Fatality Report presentation by Shannon Barnes
• Opioid Settlement/Harm Reduction Update by Tonya Stancil
• Fee Updates discussion led by Carla Julian & Victoria Hudson
• Health Director Report by Quintana Stewart
• Media Items review by Jean Phillips-Weiner

The Board of Health approved the May 28, 2025 meeting agenda after a motion by Commissioner Amy Fowler and a second by Dr. Rachel Royce; the motion carried without dissent. The Board also approved the amended minutes from the April 23, 2025 meeting after a motion by Dr. Aparna Jonnal and a second by Dr. Brian Crandell; the motion carried without dissent. No other substantive decisions were recorded.

• Approved meeting agenda (motion by Amy Fowler, seconded by Rachel Royce, carried without dissent)
• Approved amended April 23, 2025 minutes (motion by Aparna Jonnal, seconded by Brian Crandell, carried without dissent)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners is holding a work session to review recommended budgets for the 2025-26 fiscal year. The discussion will cover operations, capital, and department fee schedule change recommendations across multiple county functions.

• Review of Public Safety budgets (Sheriff and Emergency Services)
• Review of Human Services budgets (Social Services)
• Review of Support Services budgets (Asset Management, Community Relations, Finance, HR, and IT)
• Review of General Government budgets (Board of Elections, County Attorney, Register of Deeds, and Tax Administration)
• Review of Community Services budgets (Animal Services, Economic Development, Solid Waste, Sportsplex, and Transportation)

The Orange County Board of Commissioners held a budget work session, hearing presentations from the County Manager and various department heads and answering questions on EMS funding, federal inmate transfers, domestic‑violence budgeting, SNAP cost‑shifting, and election staffing. No motions were adopted, votes recorded, or budget items approved during the meeting. Commissioners noted that budget amendments will be discussed at a future meeting.

Board of Equalization & Review

The Board of Equalization and Review will conduct hearings for several property tax appeals. The board will also discuss a letter received from appellant Nancy Freeman/Chad Phillips.

• Appeals hearing for Jean M. Taylor (PIN 9788096126)
• Appeals hearing for Julie Bruner (PIN 9825342272)
• Appeals hearing for Brian Hill (PIN 9873267561)
• Appeals hearings for Charles and Annetta Evans, Marsha Walsh, Michael Huskins, Gang Chen, Gabriel Sealey-Morris, and Marien Simpson
• Discussion on letter from appellant Nancy Freeman/Chad Phillips

The Board denied two exemption requests (elderly/disabled for Jean M Taylor and disabled veteran for Brian Hill). It accepted an untimely appeal and granted the elderly/disabled exemption for Julie Bruner. The Board also denied a disabled veteran exemption for Marien Simpson and affirmed revised property values for three owners.

• Denied elderly/disabled exemption for 2024 (Jean M Taylor)
• Denied disabled veteran exemption for 2025 (Brian Hill)
• Accepted untimely appeal and granted elderly/disabled exemption for 2024 (Julie Bruner)
• Denied disabled veteran exemption for 2024 (Marien Simpson)
• Accepted revised assessed value $615,100 (Charles and Annetta Evans)
• Accepted revised assessed value $488,600 (Marsha Walsh)
• Accepted revised assessed value $193,300 (Michael Huskins)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing recommended budgets for county departments, employee compensation, and revenue changes. The session includes a review of proposed tax rate increases for 10 of the 12 fire districts.

• Proposed county tax rate increase of 2.95 cents over the revenue neutral rate
• Recommended FY 2025-26 fire district expenditures of $11,092,785
• Proposed 2% wage adjustment for all employees totaling $1,797,292
• Proposed $1,308,285 increase in health insurance costs
• Proposed $90,000 reduction in Juvenile Justice Detention Facility charges

The Orange County Board of Commissioners met to review FY 2025‑26 budget items, including fire district tax rates, revenue changes, employee compensation, and department budgets. Commissioners discussed impacts of tax rate changes on fire services and staffing, and staff presented updates on grants and program funding. No votes or formal approvals were recorded.

OCPT Staff Working Group

The group is meeting to approve the FY26 meeting schedule, the FY26 Annual Work Program amendment process, and the FY27 Annual Work Program development timeline. They will also consider updates to the Lead Agency Matrix to expand Orange County's administrative oversight of transit operations.

• Approval of FY26 meeting schedule (July 2025 - June 2026)
• Approval of FY26 Annual Work Program Amendment schedule
• Approval of FY27 Annual Work Program Development timeline
• Proposed updates to the Lead Agency Matrix for administrative responsibilities
• Financial report update from Go Triangle

The staff working group unanimously approved the FY26 schedule, the FY26 Transit Plan amendment, and the FY27 AWP development. Members voted to cancel the June and July meetings and schedule a dedicated September work session, with two meetings planned in Chapel Hill. Approval of the Lead Agency Matrix and FY26 AWP Development were postponed.

• Approved FY26 SWG schedule (unanimous)
• Approved FY26 Transit Plan amendment (unanimous)
• Approved FY27 AWP development (unanimous)
• Cancelled June meeting (unanimous)
• Cancelled July meeting (unanimous)
• Approved September 2205 work session and two Chapel Hill meetings (unanimous)
• Postponed approval of Lead Agency Matrix (unanimous)
• Postponed FY26 AWP Development approval (unanimous)

Chapel Hill/Orange County Visitors Bureau

The Board of Directors is discussing a proposed funding decrease from $550,000 to $200,000 from Chapel Hill. The body is also reviewing marketing investments for upcoming major events and selecting officers for the 2025/26 fiscal year.

• Proposed funding decrease from $550k to $200k from Chapel Hill
• $20,000 investment in soccer game marketing via Enlace and CBS
• $10,000 investment in an MLS sponsorship
• Selection of officers for the 2025/26 Fiscal Year
• Review of 2025 events including MexTour and Uproar sculptures

The Chapel Hill/Orange County Visitors Bureau Advisory Board approved the April 16, 2025 minutes and elected DR Bryan as chair for the upcoming year, effective July 1, 2025. The board also received updates on the upcoming MexTour2025 event, including safety concerns and marketing efforts, and discussed a hotelier's criticism of the Bureau's effectiveness. No other formal decisions were made.

• Approved minutes from April 16, 2025 board meeting (unanimous)
• Elected DR Bryan as Chair for next year, effective July 1, 2025 (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will conduct public hearings on the Draft HOME 2025-29 Consolidated Plan and the Draft HOME 2025 Annual Action Plan. The board is also considering financing for Capital Investment Plan projects and various budget amendments.

• Public hearing on Draft HOME 2025-29 Consolidated Plan
• Public hearing on Draft HOME 2025 Annual Action Plan (AAP)
• Financing Resolution for various Capital Investment Plan projects
• License agreement with TABLE Ministries, Inc. for agricultural use of future Twin Creeks Park
• Resolution authorizing sale of property for the Sheriff’s Office

The Board unanimously approved adding an IT demonstration on new meeting equipment after Item 10. Commissioners Greene and Fowler moved to open the public hearing on the Draft 2025‑29 HOME Consolidated Plan, and the motion passed unanimously. No other substantive actions were recorded.

• Approved addition of IT demonstration on new meeting equipment after Item 10 (unanimous)
• Opened public hearing on Draft HOME 2025‑29 Consolidated Plan (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Orange County Board of Commissioners is holding a budget work session to discuss the FY 2025-26 recommended budget. They will review outside agency funding totaling $800,146, education operating budgets with a per-pupil increase from $5,666 to $5,877, and school capital projects valued at $549.9 million over 10 years. No public comments will be taken.

• Outside agency funding recommended at $800,146 for 35 agencies
• Per-pupil current expense increase from $5,666 to $5,877
• Durham Technical Community College current expense increase of 3% to $973,724
• $549.9 million in school capital projects over the 10-year capital window
• Specific agency allocations discussed, including Habitat for Humanity ($107,500) and Meals on Wheels ($75,000)

The Orange County Board of Commissioners met on May 15, 2025 for a budget work session. All seven commissioners were present. The board approved the minutes of this meeting on July 8, 2025. No other formal decisions, votes, or approvals were recorded in the session.

• Approved meeting minutes (7/8/25)

Housing Authority Board

The board approved the Project-Based Voucher administrative plan, enabling up to 40 new units. It also adopted policy changes: participants face termination after two consecutive evictions and must wait six months to reapply. Discussion on repayment and overpayment termination was tabled to the next meeting.

• Approved Project-Based Voucher (PBV) administrative plan for up to 40 units from two developers
• Adopted policy: participants terminated after two consecutive evictions from the program
• Adopted six-month deferral period before terminated participants can reapply
• Discussed repayment agreements and overpayment termination rules; no vote, continued to next meeting
• Future discussion items: appointment of new vice chair, HUD program outlook, age demographics

The Orange County Housing Authority Advisory Board met virtually on May 15, 2025. Members and staff provided updates, a public comment period was held, and the Program Manager presented reports on vouchers and administrative plans. Although a vote on Project Base Vouchers was noted as needed, no vote outcome or decision was recorded in the minutes.

Climate Council

The Orange County Climate Council is meeting to receive presentations on UNC's Electrify campaign and a Heat Action Plan, and to discuss the C-PACE program. The agenda consists of informational items and a round-table discussion; no votes or formal decisions are scheduled.

• UNC student presentation on the Electrify campaign
• Heat Action Plan presentation from Chapel Hill, Carrboro, and Orange County
• Discussion of the Commercial Property Assessed Clean Energy (C-PACE) program
• Good news round table from Hillsborough

The Climate Council decided to change the date of its November meeting. The meeting will now be held the second week of November, on November 13, 2025, at the same time and location originally scheduled. No other actions were approved, denied, or tabled.

• Rescheduled November meeting to November 13, 2025 (same time/location)

Affordable Housing Advisory Board

The Affordable Housing Advisory Board (AHAB) will hold a 60-minute discussion with Capital Improvement Program (CIP) and bond applicants to address the scoring matrix, developers' experiences accessing county funds, and how the board can better support affordable housing efforts. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and brief updates from members and staff. No votes or decisions on specific projects are scheduled; the session is focused on relationship-building and feedback.

• 60-minute discussion with CIP/bond applicants on the scoring matrix and developer challenges
• Board and staff updates
• Approval of minutes from prior meeting
• Discussion topics: challenges and opportunities in affordable housing, accessing county funds, and recommendations for AHAB

The Affordable Housing Advisory Board approved the minutes from the previous meeting after a motion and second. The board then moved to adjourn the meeting, which was approved by all members present.

• Approved minutes from last meeting (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing on the County Manager's recommended FY2025-26 operating budget and Capital Investment Plan, followed by a work session. The proposed budget includes a property tax rate of 65.59 cents per $100 valuation (2.95¢ over revenue neutral) and total school district funding of $145.85 million. The work session will discuss appointments to five advisory boards.

• Proposed property tax rate increase of 2.95 cents over revenue neutral to 65.59 cents per $100 assessed value
• Total school district funding recommended at $145,850,132, an 8.6% increase over FY2024-25
• Ten of twelve fire districts requested tax rate increases, with White Cross Fire requesting a 3.70¢ increase to 14.00¢
• Appointments to Advisory Board on Aging, Affordable Housing Advisory Board, Alcoholic Beverage Control Board, Animal Services Advisory Board, and Board of Adjustment
• Budget priorities include minimizing tax rate increase, maintaining social safety net, and investing in employee compensation

The Board unanimously approved opening the public hearing on the FY 2024‑25 budget and capital investment plan, then unanimously closed the hearing. By consensus the Board reappointed Jonathan Wilner and Shahnaz Gigi Rashdi to the Advisory Board on Aging. No other appointments were finalized.

• Opened budget and capital investment plan public hearing (unanimous vote)
• Closed budget and capital investment plan public hearing (unanimous vote)
• Reappointed Jonathan Wilner to Advisory Board on Aging (consensus)
• Reappointed Shahnaz Gigi Rashdi to Advisory Board on Aging (consensus)

Advisory Board on Aging

The board will discuss FY 25-26 budget updates and Administration for Community Living funding. Members will review third-quarter reports for the 2022-27 Master Aging Plan regarding housing, transportation, and community health services.

• FY 25-26 Budget Updates and Administration for Community Living Funding
• Third Quarter Year 3 Reports on Community Support, Health Services, Housing, and Transportation
• Board appointments on May 13
• Update on Graceful Living Assisted Living in Carrboro no longer accepting Medicaid
• Summer Fan Distribution and Volunteer Appreciation Event on June 4

The Advisory Board approved the minutes from the April 8, 2025 meeting. The Board of County Commissioners proclamation for Older Americans Month, dated May 6, was also approved. No other substantive actions were decided at this meeting.

• Approved April 8, 2025 meeting minutes
• Approved BOCC proclamation for Older Americans Month (May 6)

Commission for the Environment

The Commission for the Environment will consider approval of the April meeting summary and discuss the idea of creating Environmental Awards for citizens, groups, and businesses. Members will review sub-committee work on tracking environmental progress and data gaps, then break into committees to set annual goals. Staff will provide updates on upcoming events, a solar feasibility study, and the Trails Community Vision Workshop.

• Consider approval of April 14 meeting minutes
• Discuss creating Environmental Awards for citizens, groups, and businesses
• Review sub-committee work on environmental trends and data sources
• Break into sub-committees to set goals for the year
• Receive updates on solar feasibility study, community events, and trails workshops

The commission unanimously approved the draft meeting summary for April 14, 2025. A motion to proceed with the concept of county environmental awards was also passed unanimously. The meeting was then adjourned by unanimous vote.

• Approved draft meeting summary – all in favor
• Moved forward with environmental awards concept – all in favor
• Adjourned meeting – all in favor

Planning Board

The Planning Board will review and make recommendations to the Board of County Commissioners regarding text amendments to the Unified Development Ordinance. These amendments concern residential solar arrays and telecommunication facilities.

• UDO text amendment recommendation for telecommunication facilities
• UDO text amendment recommendation for residential solar arrays
• Presentation by Emergency Services Director on the County’s Hazard Mitigation Plan
• Update on the Land Use Plan 2050 process

The board reviewed the County’s Hazard Mitigation Plan and heard a presentation from Emergency Services Director Kirby Saunders. Members discussed private subdivision road classifications, recent NCDOT turnaround standards, and how they intersect with fire‑code requirements. The board also heard about the department’s community outreach efforts for vulnerable populations and fire‑safety education. No formal actions or votes were recorded on these topics.

Board of County Commissioners

The Board will receive the Manager's Recommended FY2025-26 Annual Operating Budget presentation and hold a public hearing on financing capital investment projects. Other actions include proclamations, contract approvals, and a recommendation on opioid settlement fund use.

• Presentation of Manager's Recommended FY2025-26 Annual Operating Budget
• Public hearing on financing various Capital Investment Plan Projects
• Renewal of county's lease at 1000 Corporate Drive, Hillsborough for the County Attorney's Office
• Sale of 0.26-acre property, PIN #9862246076, Hillsborough
• Contract with Vaco, LLC for fiscal and accounting fractional support

The Orange County Board of Commissioners approved a proclamation designating May 2025 as Mental Health Awareness Month, with a unanimous vote. The Board also received the Manager’s Recommended FY 2025‑26 Annual Operating Budget and set dates for two public budget hearings and three budget work sessions.

• Approved Mental Health Awareness Month proclamation (unanimous)
• Scheduled first public budget hearing for FY 2025‑26 on May 13, 2025
• Scheduled second public budget hearing for FY 2025‑26 on May 29, 2025
• Scheduled budget work session with schools and agencies on May 15, 2025
• Scheduled budget work session with fire districts and county departments on May 22, 2025
• Scheduled budget work session with support services departments on May 27, 2025

Board of Equalization & Review

The Orange County Board of Equalization and Review will convene to hear property tax appeals, including one scheduled appeal from Montgomery Farm Ventures LLC at 2:00 PM. The board will also administer oaths, approve pre- and post-adjournment meeting dates, discuss responsibilities under state law, and receive a revaluation presentation.

• Appeal hearing: Montgomery Farm Ventures LLC, PIN 9862504766, at 2:00 PM
• Approval of 2025 pre-adjournment and post-adjournment board meeting dates
• Presentation on revaluation by tax office staff
• Discussion on the board's responsibility under NCGS 105-312(k)

The board approved the 2025 pre‑adjournment and post‑adjournment meeting schedules after motions with no objections. It also voted to compromise the $1,234.66 listing penalties for Montgomery Farm Ventures LLC. The compromise decision was made after a motion and a second, with a vote for and one vote against.

• Accepted 2025 pre‑adjournment meeting schedule (motion by Barbara Levine, seconded by Hunter Beattie, no objections)
• Accepted 2025 post‑adjournment meeting schedule (motion by Hunter Beattie, seconded by Barbara Levine, no objections)
• Compromised $1,234.66 listing penalties for Montgomery Farm Ventures LLC (motion by Saru Salvi, seconded by Richal Vanhook, passed)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners and the Chapel Hill-Carrboro and Orange County Boards of Education are meeting for joint presentations. The session focuses on school budget presentations and the impacts of federal funding.

• School budget presentation from Chapel Hill Carrboro City Schools
• School budget presentation from Orange County Schools
• Joint presentation on federal funding impacts
• Closed session for the Board of Commissioners to consult with an attorney

The Orange County Board of Commissioners met jointly with the Chapel Hill‑Carrboro and Orange County school boards to hear budget presentations from both districts. Commissioners asked questions about staffing costs, retirement rates, fund balances and potential tax impacts, but no motions were voted on. The meeting concluded without any approvals, denials, or formal actions taken.

Historic Preservation Commission

The commission will review historical research on Faucett Mill and the Phase I Assessment for the Old Courthouse Preservation Project. Members will also discuss a revised landmark evaluation form and the launch of a historical marker subcommittee. No items are scheduled for a final decision.

• Presentation on Faucett Mill research by Phil Mace
• Old Courthouse Preservation Project: Phase I Assessment
• Revised landmark evaluation form
• Organization of a historical marker project subcommittee
• Proposed grant program for endangered historic resources

The Historic Preservation Commission approved the March 26, 2025 meeting minutes after a motion by Eric Deetz and a second by Rob Golan. No items were scheduled for decision. The commission then adjourned the meeting at 8:22 pm following a motion by Anne Whisnant.

• Approved March 26, 2025 minutes (motion carried)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:22 pm (motion carried)

Board of Health

The Orange County Board of Health will meet to review financial reports and hold educational sessions on measles and healthcare access for formerly incarcerated individuals. The board will also consider HB 519 and discuss nominating and operating procedures.

• Consideration of HB 519 – Parents Medical Bill of Rights
• 3rd Quarter Financial Reports & Billing Dashboard
• Educational session on Photovoice Pilot – Access to Care for Formerly Incarcerated Individuals
• Measles update by Dr. Erica Pettigrew
• Ad-Hoc Nominating and Operating Procedures Committee report

The Orange County Board of Health approved adding time to the agenda to consider the Parents Medical Bill of Rights (NC HB 519). The board also approved the amended agenda, the March 26, 2025 meeting minutes and March 15, 2025 retreat minutes, and the consent agenda, all carried without dissent.

• Added time to discuss NC HB 519 to agenda (carried without dissent)
• Approved amended agenda (carried without dissent)
• Approved March 26, 2025 BOH and March 15, 2025 retreat minutes (carried without dissent)
• Approved consent agenda (carried without dissent)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners holds a work session to discuss the Manager's Recommended FY 2025-35 Capital Investment Plan (CIP), which outlines $895.8 million in capital spending over ten years. This is a discussion item only; no votes are taken. The session focuses on County and Proprietary projects, while school-specific project discussions are scheduled for a later meeting.

• Discussion of $15 million in Affordable Housing projects over Years 1–3
• Discussion of $33.6 million Emergency Services Headquarters in Year 2
• Discussion of $22.7 million Behavioral Health Crisis Diversion Facility in Year 2
• Discussion of $17.7 million School total for Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools and Orange County Schools in Year 1
• Discussion of $4.8 million Lake Orange Dam Rehabilitation project

The Orange County Board of Commissioners held a budget work session to discuss the manager’s recommended FY 2025‑35 Capital Investment Plan. Commissioners asked questions about cost sharing, storm‑water facilities, community grant funding, resilience hubs, and future electric‑vehicle charging studies. No votes or formal approvals were recorded during the meeting.

Human Relations Commission

The Orange County Human Relations Commission will convene to approve minutes, receive county updates including four HRC nominations and upcoming events, and discuss the Blackwood Farms marker headstone. The Executive Committee will present a report including a vote on an honorarium and nominations for vacancies. Sub-committee reports and updates on the Pauli Murray Awards invitation will follow.

• Vote on an honorarium (no dollar amount given)
• Update on Blackwood Farms marker headstone
• Four HRC nominations and nominations for board vacancies
• Pauli Murray Awards invitation updates
• Review of attached volunteer applications for HRC and other advisory boards

Orange Unified Transportation Board

The Orange Unified Transportation Board will hold a public comment period, approve minutes from previous meetings, and then take action on four items: provide comments on the 2009 Farmland Protection Plan, recommend approval of a Policy and Procedure Update, provide comments on the County's Bike/Ped Plan Update, and provide comments on the DAC Memo V2.5 regarding multimodal development assessments. Staff will also report on regional transportation projects from MPO, RPO, and NCDOT.

• Provide comments on 2009 Farmland Protection Plan
• Recommend approval of Policy and Procedure Update
• Provide comments on Orange County Bike/Ped Plan Update
• Provide comments on DAC Memo V2.5 (multimodal assessment framework)
• Staff report on MPO, RPO, and NCDOT updates

The board approved the February 17, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimously, with Heidi Perry abstaining) and the March 17, 2025 minutes (unanimously). It also approved the updated Advisory Board Procedures & Policy, including changes to board structure and ADA requirements, with a unanimous vote. No other agenda items resulted in formal decisions.

• Approved February 17, 2025 minutes (unanimous, Heidi Perry abstained)
• Approved March 17, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved updated Advisory Board Procedures & Policy (unanimous)

Housing Authority Board

The Orange County Housing Authority Advisory Board will hold a routine meeting with updates from board members, public comment, and a program manager's report covering HCV program updates, NSPIRE training, and terminations. The main action item is a discussion and vote on the Project Base Vouchers Admin Plan.

• Vote on Project Base Vouchers Admin Plan
• Program Manager’s Report covering HCV utilization, voucher issuance, terminations, and evictions
• Discussion of updates to the Housing Choice Voucher Admin Plan
• NSPIRE training update

The board approved the minutes from the January meeting. It then moved to postpone the discussion and vote on how many consecutive evictions should trigger termination and on handling defaults for overpayment repayments, deferring those decisions to the next meeting. The Project Base Vouchers admin plan review was also carried over to the next meeting. No other formal actions were taken.

• Approved January meeting minutes (motion passed)
• Motion to table vote on eviction termination policy (motion by Dr. Timothy Miles, seconded by Monica Richard)
• Motion to table vote on default repayment termination policy (same motion)
• Postponed Project Base Vouchers admin plan review discussion to next meeting

OCPT Staff Working Group

The Orange County Staff Working Group is meeting to recommend approval for the Fiscal Year 2025 Quarter 4 Annual Work Program Amendment. The group will also review the final FY26 Annual Work Program and receive updates on regional transit projects.

• Recommendation for FY25 Q4 AWP Amendment including $85,760 shift for Orange County MOD vehicles and Trapeze/TripSpark
• Proposed $38,000 increase for GoTriangle's Low Income Fare Pass (TAP) program
• Proposed $22,681 budget increase for GoTriangle Paratransit Services
• Information on the Final FY26 Annual Work Program
• Project updates on Chapel Hill BRT design and Hillsborough train station delays

The group approved the March 19, 2024 meeting minutes by unanimous vote. They also unanimously approved the FY25 Q4 Amendments recommendation for the Orange County Board of County Commissioners. No other decisions were made at this meeting.

• Approved March 19 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved FY25 Q4 Amendments recommendation (unanimous)

Chapel Hill/Orange County Visitors Bureau

The Chapel Hill/Orange County Visitors Bureau Board will meet to approve March minutes, receive updates on tourism initiatives including MexTour 2025 and digital marketing investments, and review the budget. The March discussion on redirecting occupancy tax funds toward Arts Commission may be revisited as old business.

• Budget overview with year-to-date revenues and expenditures
• Tentative guest business update from NCRLA
• Approval of March 19, 2025 minutes covering Occupancy Tax Fund discussions and tourism updates
• Board member updates on projects like Union Grove Farms, Uproar 2025, and Carolina North development

The advisory board voted to approve the minutes from the March 19, 2025 meeting with all members in favor. A motion to adjourn the April 16 meeting was made, seconded, and carried. The board also discussed budget constraints and upcoming events, but no further actions were decided.

• Approved March 19, 2025 board minutes (unanimous)
• Motion to adjourn meeting approved

Board of County Commissioners

The Orange County Board of Commissioners will receive a presentation on the GoTriangle Transit Ambassador Program and hold a public hearing to approve the FY26 Annual Work Program for transit. The board will also consider property purchases, contracts, and budget amendments related to a new Crisis Diversion Facility.

• Presentation on GoTriangle Transit Ambassador Program
• Public hearing and vote on FY26 Annual Work Program for Transit ($13.6M revenue, $8.3M operating expenditures)
• Purchase of property for Crisis Diversion Facility
• Approval of $8M contract with Gilbane for Construction Manager-At-Risk Services for Crisis Diversion Facility
• Approval of Budget Amendment #8-A for Crisis Diversion Facility

The Board approved a motion to shift the public comment period to follow agenda item 4‑a. The motion was made by Commissioner Fowler, seconded by Commissioner Carter, and passed unanimously. No other approvals, denials, or tabling actions were recorded during the meeting.

• Moved public comments after agenda item 4‑a (unanimous)

Commission for the Environment

The Commission for the Environment will discuss the Earth Evening event scheduled for April 25, 2025, in Hillsborough. Members will also meet in sub-committees to discuss goals, projects, and the State of the Environment report.

• Discussion of Earth Evening event on April 25, 2025
• Sub-committee breakouts to discuss State of the Environment (SOE) goals
• Candidate recruitment and introductions for potential membership
• Recognition of Jane Harris for her years of service
• Updates on Hillsborough Climate Challenge and Clothing and Art Swap (May 17)

The commission approved the draft meeting summary for March 10, 2025 by unanimous vote. The Air & Energy Resources sub‑committee decided to add nuclear power generation research to its list of topics. The commission adjourned the meeting at 8:50 p.m. by unanimous vote.

• Approved draft meeting summary (March 10, 2025) – unanimous
• Added nuclear power generation research to Air & Energy sub‑committee topics – decided
• Adjourned meeting at 8:50 p.m. – unanimous

Planning Board

The Orange County Planning Board's Ordinance Review Committee will review and comment on two Planning Director-initiated text amendments to the Unified Development Ordinance (UDO). The first, regarding residential solar arrays, is the first update since 2012 and aims to simplify standards and align with the Climate Action Plan. The second addresses telecommunication facility standards. No votes or decisions are scheduled; this is a review session.

• Review of UDO text amendment for residential solar arrays (first comprehensive update since 2012)
• Proposed solar amendment simplifies ordinance language for staff and applicants
• Solar amendment ties to Orange County Climate Action Plan strategy BE 2.5.1 and SolSmart designation
• Review of UDO text amendment for telecommunication facilities
• Both amendments initiated by Planning Director; no public hearing or action at this meeting

The board reviewed proposed amendments to the Unified Development Ordinance for telecommunication facilities and residential solar arrays. Presentations were given by Deputy Director Patrick Mallett. Board members requested additional information and clarification, but no actions or votes were taken.

Planning Board

The Orange County Planning Board will review and make recommendations to the Board of County Commissioners regarding two zoning atlas amendments and one major subdivision preliminary plat. The board will also recognize outgoing member Adam Beeman.

• County-initiated rezoning of +/- 69.58 acres at 1125 New Grady Brown School Road from R-1 to NR-CD
• Applicant-initiated rezoning of +/- 11.22 acres at 9900 NC 57 from AR to REDA-CD-1
• Preliminary Plat for Eden View Acres: 38-lot subdivision on ~190.6 acres at 4801 and 4901 Dairyland Road
• Eden View Acres proposal includes 76.27 acres of dedicated open space

The board approved the minutes from the February 5, 2025 regular planning board meeting and the February 5, 2025 ORC meeting, both unanimously. No other substantive actions were taken; the zoning atlas amendment was reviewed but no vote was recorded.

• Approved February 5, 2025 regular planning board meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved February 5, 2025 ORC meeting minutes (unanimous)

Intergovernmental Parks Work Group (IPWG)

The work group will review a presentation on the Orange County Trails Plan project. Members from Carrboro, Hillsborough, Chapel Hill, Mebane, and Orange County will discuss future municipal connectivity projects.

• Presentation on Orange County Trails Plan Project
• Discussion on municipal connectivity projects with Carrboro, Hillsborough, Chapel Hill, and Mebane
• Discussion on community use of schools
• Discussion on federal funding impacts

Affordable Housing Advisory Board

The Affordable Housing Advisory Board will discuss HOME program planning and organize a community outreach meeting. The board will also approve previous meeting minutes and hear updates from members and staff.

• Discussion of HOME program planning for affordable housing
• Planning a community outreach meeting (60-minute agenda item)

The Affordable Housing Advisory Board approved the minutes from its previous meeting. The board also approved a proposal to hold two community meetings, one in Efland and one in Chapel Hill, to educate residents about housing programs.

• Approved minutes from last meeting (unanimous)
• Approved two community meetings in Efland and Chapel Hill (unanimous)
• Monica volunteered to lead a small committee to draft the community‑meeting agenda

Board of County Commissioners

The Board will receive follow-up information and next steps on the draft Orange County Comprehensive Land Use Plan 2050, including a postponed community engagement window. Additional discussions will cover revised strategic plan objectives, the draft Agricultural Viability and Farmland Stewardship Plan, and a report on Soccer.com Center. Several board and commission appointments are also on the agenda.

• Postponement of Community Engagement Window #3 for the Land Use Plan 2050
• Discussion of revised Strategic Plan objectives and draft performance measures
• Consideration of the draft Agricultural Viability and Farmland Stewardship Plan
• Report on Soccer.com Center operations and finances
• Appointments to Board of Health, Visitors Bureau Advisory Board, Commission for the Environment, Human Relations Commission, and Parks and Recreation Council

The Orange County Board of Commissioners held a work session to review the Draft Comprehensive Land Use Plan 2050 and to discuss the Countywide Strategic Plan revised objectives and draft performance measures. Commissioners asked questions and expressed preferences about timelines, data, and incentives, but no formal actions, approvals, denials, or votes were recorded. The meeting was primarily informational and deliberative.

Advisory Board on Aging

The Advisory Board on Aging will hear a presentation from the Tax Administrator on the county property tax reevaluation and discuss the FY 25-26 budget, including an update on the MAP Fund balance and additional funding from CPAAA for the Fit Lot. Other items include updates on the Fit Lot construction, a radio show award, and planning for Older Americans Month and the All Ages All Stages Multi-Sector Aging Plan implementation. The board will also consider approval of March 11 meeting minutes and board appointments.

• Presentation by Orange County Tax Administrator on property tax reevaluation
• FY 25-26 budget discussion including MAP Fund balance update and additional CPAAA funding for Fit Lot
• Fit Lot construction has begun at Seymour Center
• Dismantling of the Administration for Community Living discussed
• Upcoming events: Shred and Meds Disposal, Med Assist Event, Senior Games Celebration Dinner

The board approved the March 11, 2025 meeting minutes. It also approved a one‑year extension of Vibeke Talley's term on the board. No other formal actions were taken.

• Approved March 11, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved one‑year extension of Vibeke Talley's term (motion passed)

Parks & Recreation Council

The Parks and Recreation Council will elect a Chair and Vice Chair, discuss the Manager's recommended Capital Investment Plan for fiscal years 2025-35, and plan public outreach sessions for the County Trails Plan in May. The meeting also includes setting a May meeting location at a park site and approving the previous month's meeting summary.

• Chair and Vice Chair elections
• Manager Recommended FY 2025-35 Capital Investment Plan
• Trails Plan – May Public Outreach Sessions
• May 7 meeting location (park site)
• Approval of March 5 meeting summary

The council unanimously re‑elected Natalie Ziemba as Chair and elected Louise Flinn as Vice‑Chair. The March 5 meeting summary was approved without opposition. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Natalie Ziemba re‑elected Chair (all in favor, none opposed)
• Louise Flinn elected Vice‑Chair (all in favor, none opposed)
• Approved March 5 meeting summary (all in favor, none opposed)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will receive the Manager’s recommended FY 2025-35 Capital Investment Plan and discuss the transportation priority list for SPOT 8 / FY 2027-2036 STIP. The meeting also includes several proclamations and consent agenda items regarding property tax refunds and professional service agreements.

• Presentation of Manager’s Recommended FY 2025-35 Capital Investment Plan (CIP)
• Orange County Transportation Priority List for SPOT 8 / FY 2027-2036 STIP
• Professional Services Agreement for Historic Courthouse Square Building and Grounds Improvements
• Efland EMS Station Stormwater Operations and Maintenance Plan Agreement (3800 US 70 West, Efland)
• Enterprise Licensing Agreement for GIS Software from Environmental Systems Research Institute (ESRI)

The commissioners unanimously approved adding letters of support for OWASA to the agenda. They also approved a proclamation designating April 20‑26, 2025 as Volunteer Week in Orange County.

• Added approval of OWASA letters of support to agenda (unanimous)
• Approved Volunteer Week proclamation (April 20‑26, 2025)

Board of County Commissioners

The Orange County Board of Commissioners and Carrboro Town Council will meet to discuss shared priorities. Staff will present information on several topics for the boards to discuss.

• Drakeford Library Complex activities
• County Budget update regarding federal impacts and the Orange County Partnership to End Homelessness
• Affordable housing including the Greene Tract, land acquisition, and HOME Funds
• Expansion of the Mobile Crisis Team (CARE)
• Joint advocacy for transportation safety projects and NCSL 2024-57

The Orange County Board of Commissioners approved permanent fencing for the bioswale feature at the Drakeford Library Complex. No vote tally was recorded in the minutes. Staff were asked to look into additional signage for the parking deck and the bioswale area.

• Approved permanent fencing around the bioswale area at Drakeford Center (no vote tally recorded)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission meets for discussion and updates only, with no decisions scheduled. Key topics include new discoveries at Faucett Mill on the Eno and a countywide project to map historic Black cemeteries and stone Indian mounds.

• Faucett Mill on the Eno: new discoveries and preservation opportunities
• Countywide project to identify, map and protect historic Black cemeteries and stone Indian mounds
• Revised landmark evaluation form presented for review
• Historical marker project: subcommittee launch planned
• Proposed grant program to help preserve endangered historic resources (informational)

The commission approved the minutes from the January 29 meeting. Discussion of the landmark evaluation form and the historical marker project were both deferred to the next meeting. The committee selected Joe Oppermann as the project architect for the Old Courthouse Preservation Project. The county decided to split the architectural/engineering contract into two phases.

• Approved Jan 29 minutes (motion carried)
• Deferred landmark evaluation form discussion
• Deferred historical marker project
• Selected Joe Oppermann as project architect
• Divided architectural contract into two phases

Board of Health

The Orange County Board of Health will consider two action items: a resolution addressing social media use, screen time, and youth mental health, and approval of the Health Department Strategic Plan. They will also receive educational presentations from the NC Navigator Consortium & Legal Aid and an update from the Campus Community Coalition. The meeting includes public comment, board comments, and committee updates.

• Resolution Addressing Social Media Use, Screen Time, and Youth Mental Health
• Health Department Strategic Plan approval
• NC Navigator Consortium & Legal Aid presentation
• Campus Community Coalition update
• Approval of February 26, 2025 meeting minutes

The Orange County Board of Health approved the March 26, 2025 meeting agenda. It also approved the minutes from the February 26, 2025 meeting. Both motions were carried without dissent. No other actions were decided at this meeting.

• Approved March 26, 2025 agenda (carried without dissent)
• Approved February 26, 2025 minutes (carried without dissent)

Human Relations Commission

The Orange County Human Relations Commission will discuss a commemorative marker for an enslaved burial ground at Blackwood Farms, receive county updates on upcoming events and anti-DEI legislation, and hear sub-committee reports on the Pauli Murray Award event and affordable housing collaboration. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and other routine business.

• Presentation by Peter Sandbeck on a commemorative marker for Blackwood Farms enslaved burial ground (previously approved in February)
• County updates on upcoming events (Community Book Read, Film Discussion, Women's History Month retreat) and anti-DEI bill in legislature
• Sub-committee reports: Pauli Murray Award event set for May 18, 2025 at Seymour Center in Chapel Hill
• Discussion of affordable housing collaboration with Affordable Housing Advisory Board and inventory of housing types due by September 2025
• Board vacancy – commission approved top four applicants for membership at prior meeting

The Human Relations Commission unanimously approved the meeting agenda. The commission also unanimously voted to adjourn the meeting at 7:30 p.m. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Agenda approved (unanimous)
• Meeting adjourned (unanimous)

OCPT Staff Working Group

The Orange County Staff Work Group will consider approving minutes, a FY25 Q4 amendment reallocating $85,760, and releasing the final FY26 Annual Work Program for Governing Board approval. They will also receive updates on transit projects from Chapel Hill, Mebane, Hillsborough, Carrboro, and GoTriangle.

• Recommend approval of FY25 Q4 AWP amendment reallocating $85,760 (decrease for Hillsborough Circulator 2.0, increase for MOD vehicles and TripSpark)
• Release final FY26 Annual Work Program for Governing Board approval
• Public Engagement and Communication update on transportation plans and Safe Routes to School
• GoTriangle financial report schedule update
• Project updates: Chapel Hill NS BRT, Hillsborough Train Station/TOD, Ridgewalk Greenway, Carrboro Estes Drive, GoTriangle service changes

The Orange Staff Working Group approved the January 10 and February 2025 minutes. It unanimously approved releasing the FY24 Q4 budget amendments for public comment. The group also unanimously recommended that the County Commissioners approve the FY26 Annual Work Program.

• Approved Jan 10 & Feb 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved release of FY24 Q4 amendments for public comment (unanimous)
• Recommended FY26 Annual Work Program be approved by County Commissioners (unanimous)

Chapel Hill/Orange County Visitors Bureau

The Board of Directors will meet to review the budget and discuss strategies for attracting mid-week business to the area. The meeting includes updates on soccer tournaments and the bureau's presence at the Virginia Visitors Center.

• Budget overview presented by Biz Officer Hannah Hemphill
• Discussion on attracting mid-week business with Clean Design and Marlene
• Updates on soccer tournament and Virginia Visitors Center presence
• Welcome of new board member Creston Woods

The Chapel Hill/Orange County Visitors Bureau Advisory Board met on March 19, 2025, and approved the minutes from the January 15, 2025 meeting. The board received updates on the MexTour 2025 soccer event, a new CVENT platform investment to attract midweek meetings, and various community projects from board members. No substantive policy decisions were made; the meeting was primarily informational.

• Approved minutes from January 15, 2025 board meeting (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 9:19 AM

Agricultural Preservation Board

The Agricultural Preservation Board will consider approval of Voluntary Agricultural District (VAD) updates and farm applications, discuss the new draft of the Land Use Plan 2050 and its effects on agricultural and forest lands, and review a revised Agricultural Viability and Farmland Stewardship Plan. Members will also hear findings from a research project with first-generation farmers.

• VAD update and farms for review and approval
• Land Use Plan 2050 overview and issues for agricultural/forest land uses
• Insights from research project with first-generation farmers in Orange County
• Revised draft Agricultural Viability and Farmland Stewardship Plan
• APB presentation at BOCC Work Session on April 8

The Orange County Agricultural Preservation Board endorsed the revised draft of the Ag Viability and Farmland Stewardship Plan, which will be presented to the Board of County Commissioners at an April 8 work session. The board also approved a new Voluntary Agricultural District application for Lindsay and Philip Butler's 18.71-acre farm. The meeting included updates on the Land Use Plan 2050 process and a Duke University research project on first-generation farmers.

• Approved meeting summary for January 15, 2025, with corrections (motion passed)
• Approved VAD application for Lindsay and Philip Butler, 18.71 acres in Schley/Eno Ag District (motion carried)
• Endorsed draft Ag Viability and Farmland Stewardship Plan for BOCC presentation (motion carried unanimously)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will receive an annual update from the Orange Water and Sewer Authority (OWASA). This includes a proposal for a sustained water bill relief program that would use Food Nutrition Services (FNS) qualification to pre-qualify residents for monthly credits.

• Proposed water bill relief program estimated at $340,000/year for all qualifying households or $125,000/year for those with a member 55+
• Fiscal Year 2024-25 Budget Amendment #7
• Orange Grove Road Sidewalk Professional Engineering Services Contract and Budget Amendment #7-A
• Eno Arts Mill Suite 27 Lease Amendment
• Construction contract for Piedmont Food Processing Center HVAC replacement

The Board unanimously approved amendments to the Advisory Board Policy, including changes to residency requirements and a prohibition on serving on both the Board of Adjustment and Planning Board. They also discussed potential uses of Occupancy Tax funds and the Master Aging Plan balance, but took no formal action on either. The Board approved a proclamation declaring April 2025 as Child Abuse Prevention Month.

• Approved amendments to the BOCC Advisory Board Policy (unanimous)
• Approved proclamation declaring April 2025 as Child Abuse Prevention Month (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, insurance rates, budget amendments, and contracts (unanimous)
• Approved letter to US Congressional Delegation regarding federal funding impact (unanimous)
• Discussed Occupancy Tax uses; no formal action taken
• Discussed Master Aging Plan balance; no formal action taken

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners is presenting its 2025 Priority Legislative Issues document to state legislators during a breakfast meeting. The priorities cover health and human services, public education, and general government, including mental health funding, affordable housing, school capital, and racial equity reforms.

• Seek legislation to fund mental health facilities and services, including mobile crisis response and Medicaid reimbursement for EMS behavioral health transport
• Support full funding of the Leandro Remedial Action Plan for equitable education funding over eight years
• Advocate for legalization of marijuana possession and retail sales for adults to reduce racial inequity and generate tax revenue
• Request legislation to allow counties to regulate concealed weapons in parks and enable red flag laws
• Seek removal of restrictions on state funding for standalone bicycle and pedestrian projects

The March 17, 2025 Legislative Breakfast did not have a quorum of commissioners, so it was not an official meeting of the Orange County Board of Commissioners. No minutes were taken, and no decisions were made.

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hear a consultant presentation on the draft Orange County Land Use Plan 2050. The session also includes annual work plan summaries from various county boards and discussions regarding appointments for several commissions.

• Consultant presentation on Draft Orange County Land Use Plan 2050
• ABC Board report of $1,315,000 in total distributions for FY 2024-25
• Economic Development Advisory Board report of 31 small business grants totaling $149,245
• Economic Development Advisory Board report of 17 agriculture grants totaling $135,173
• Appointment discussions for Animal Services, Historic Preservation, Housing Authority, Planning, and Parks and Recreation boards

The Board received a presentation on the Draft Land Use Plan 2050 and discussed it, with feedback to be used for a public review draft. The Board also discussed a letter to the federal delegation regarding potential budget cuts to Medicaid, SNAP, TANF, and FEMA, and the removal of the municipal bond tax exemption. The letter will be brought back for approval on the March 18 consent agenda.

• Added a discussion of a letter regarding federal budget impacts to the agenda by unanimous vote.
• Appointed Michael Delafield, Lynne DuBose, Allan Polak, and Deborah Hill to the Animal Services Hearing Panel Pool, and Cathy Munnier to a vacant at-large position.
• Appointed Leon Meyers as Chair, Saru Salvi and Richal Vanhook as members, and Tony Blake, Barbara Levine, and Shereese Alston as alternates to the Board of Equalization and Review.
• Reappointed Dr. Anne Whisnant, Art Menius, and Todd Dickinson to the Historic Preservation Commission.
• Appointed Monica Richard to the Orange County Housing Authority Board.
• Appointed Venkat Yendapalli, Jonah Garson, and reappointed Statler Gilfillen, Whitney Watson, and Elizabeth Bronson to the Orange County Planning Board.
• Reappointed Gregory Husketh and Trevor Robinson to the Parks and Recreation Council, and appointed Robert Zurich and Kristofer Cason to fill two vacancies.
• Discussed a letter to the federal delegation on federal funding impacts; it will be considered for approval on March 18.

Advisory Board on Aging

The Advisory Board on Aging will discuss the FY 25-26 budget, including a MAP Fund Balance presentation to the Board of County Commissioners and a meeting with the County Manager. They will also hear the Aging Board Report to the BOCC, review second-quarter reports for the Master Aging Plan (Transportation, Social Participation and Inclusion, Communication and Information), and receive updates on Fit Lot construction and services for the unsheltered community at the Seymour Center.

• FY 25-26 Budget: MAP Fund Balance Presentation to BOCC and Budget Meeting with County Manager
• Aging Board Report to the Orange County Board of Commissioners on March 11
• Fit Lot construction has begun
• Serving unsheltered community at the Seymour Center
• Kick-off of All Ages All Stages Multi-Sector Aging Plan Implementation on April 1

The Orange County Advisory Board on Aging approved the February minutes and discussed property tax increases from the county reevaluation, requesting a Tax Office presentation at the next meeting. They also noted the Fiddlehead Corner community rezoning was denied 6-0 and reviewed updates on construction, safety at Seymour Center, and budget concerns.

• Approved February 11, 2025 minutes
• Requested Tax Office presentation on property tax relief at next meeting
• Noted Fiddlehead Corner rezoning denied 6-0

Affordable Housing Advisory Board

The Affordable Housing Advisory Board will meet to approve minutes, receive updates, and discuss recommendations for the Affordable Housing Bond and CIP Scoring Matrix. This item involves how to prioritize funding for affordable housing projects. The board may provide input or recommendations.

• Affordable Housing Bond/CIP Scoring Matrix Recommendations

The Affordable Housing Advisory Board met and approved the previous meeting's minutes. Members reviewed findings on the HOME program, showing declining federal funds and fewer, larger awards, and discussed proposed changes to the 2025 work plan, including a future developers meeting. Staff presented a proposal for the Affordable Housing Bond/CIP scoring matrix, recommending that AHAB not score projects and that 10% of funds go to repair/rehab, but no formal decision was made. The board agreed to provide feedback on the scoring matrix by email and discuss it at the next meeting.

• Approved minutes from the previous meeting (unanimous)
• Discussed HOME program analysis showing ~$500K/year and 166 awards over 20 years
• Reviewed proposed 2025 work plan changes, including inviting developers to May meeting
• Received bond/CIP scoring matrix proposal; no vote taken, feedback due via email
• Scheduled possible site visit to Hardy Street in Durham for March or early April

Commission for the Environment

The Commission for the Environment will vote on preferred candidates for membership and discuss the recruitment of a youth delegate. Members will also hold breakout sessions to set goals and projects for the 2025 State of the Environment Report.

• Vote on preferred candidates for membership
• Discussion on recruitment of a youth delegate
• Planning for Earth Evening on 4/25/25
• Hillsborough Climate Challenge starting end of March
• Updates to CCAG application process

The Orange County Commission for the Environment recommended Mayur Lodaya and William Branch for appointment and voted to pursue a youth delegate position. Subcommittees outlined work plans for the State of the Environment Report, including splitting water topics and considering a tree canopy study. No final decisions were made on policy or funding.

• Recommended Mayur Lodaya for CFE appointment (unanimous)
• Recommended William Branch for CFE appointment (unanimous)
• Approved moving forward with youth CFE delegate idea (all in favor, 1 abstention)
• Approved February 10, 2025 meeting summary (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will continue a public hearing regarding zoning, comprehensive plan, and UDO text amendments for a 90.133-acre project called Fiddlehead Corner. The body will also consider several proclamations and contract awards.

• Public hearing for Fiddlehead Corner development on Morrow Mill Road at Gold Mine Loop
• Contract amendment with Farragut Systems, Inc. for LR CAMA System Conversion Project
• Sportsplex Indoor Swimming Pool HVAC Unit Replacement contract award
• Professional Services Agreement for County Grounds Maintenance
• Women’s History Month Proclamation

The Board unanimously denied the Fiddlehead Corner rezoning application, which sought to rezone 90.133 acres off Morrow Mill Road for a 150-unit master-planned community. The denial was based on a formal Statement of Inconsistency finding the project incompatible with the 2030 Comprehensive Plan and the Unified Development Ordinance. The Board also denied the associated Comprehensive Plan and UDO text amendments, but separately approved a staff-recommended UDO text amendment to allow Family Care Facilities in MPD-CD districts, bringing the county into compliance with state law.

• Denied the Zoning Atlas Amendment for Fiddlehead Corner, a 150-unit development proposed for 90.133 acres off Morrow Mill Road, with a unanimous vote.
• Adopted a Statement of Inconsistency, finding the proposed rezoning inconsistent with the 2030 Comprehensive Plan and the Unified Development Ordinance.
• Denied the applicant-initiated amendments to the 2030 Comprehensive Plan, including expanding the Rural Neighborhood Activity Node, with a unanimous vote.
• Denied the applicant-initiated UDO text amendments to allow MPD-CD districts in Rural Neighborhood Activity Nodes, with a unanimous vote.
• Approved staff-recommended UDO text amendments to permit Family Care Facilities in MPD-CD zoning districts, aligning with state law, with a unanimous vote.
• Approved the consent agenda, including proclamations for World Water Day and Orange County Creek Week, and several property tax releases and refunds.
• Approved a contract amendment with Farragut Systems, Inc. for the Land Records CAMA system conversion project.
• Approved a construction contract with Comfort Systems, USA, for the Sportsplex Indoor Pool HVAC unit replacement, along with Budget Amendment #6-A.

Parks & Recreation Council

The Parks and Recreation Council will hear an initial presentation on the Orange County Trails Plan from Gensler consultants. They will also consider changes to the Youth Delegate Code of Ordinance. The council will review board vacancies and approve the previous meeting's summary.

• County Trails Plan – initial discussion with Gensler (Jessica Pearson, Mikayla Hernandez)
• Reevaluating Youth Delegate Code of Ordinance Amendment
• Approval of February 5 meeting summary (Attachment 2)
• Board vacancies and potential recommended appointments
• Director's report: Dimmock's Mill bridge, disc golf design, Twin Creeks meadow license agreement

The Parks and Recreation Council recommended Margaret Moriarty to fill a vacancy on the council and agreed to amend the youth delegate ordinance to allow delegates to serve until age 18 or end of senior year. The council also heard a presentation on the countywide Trails Plan and approved the February meeting summary.

• Recommended Margaret Moriarty for council vacancy (all in favor)
• Agreed to add 'or till the end of their senior year' to youth delegate ordinance
• Approved February 5 meeting summary (motion by Parker, second by Robinson)

Board of Health

The Orange County Board of Health will discuss the proposed budget and fee schedule for fiscal year 2025-2026. The board will also consider board appointments and receive an educational session on Vision Zero Chapel Hill.

• Proposed FY2025-2026 Budget and Fee Schedule
• Board Appointments
• Vision Zero Chapel Hill educational session

The Orange County Board of Health unanimously approved the proposed $9,152,248 health department budget for FY2025-2026, including a $74,071 increase in personnel costs, and forwarded it to the Board of County Commissioners. The board also approved all proposed fee changes for the fiscal year. Additionally, the board recommended the reappointment of three members whose terms end June 30, 2025.

• Approved $9,152,248 FY2025-2026 health department budget, forwarded to BOCC (unanimous)
• Approved all FY2025-2026 fee changes, forwarded to BOCC (unanimous)
• Recommended reappointment of Dr. Davia Nickelson to 1st full term (unanimous, Nickelson abstained)
• Recommended reappointment of Dr. Brian Crandell to 2nd full term (unanimous, Crandell abstained)
• Recommended reappointment of Dr. Aparna Jonnal to 3rd full term (unanimous)
• Approved February 26, 2025 meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved January 22, 2025 meeting minutes as amended (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will receive the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for FY 2023-24 and vote on a $15,000 increase to the audit services contract, bringing FY 2024 costs to $135,000. They will also discuss project management options for school construction, review Orange County's proposed 2025 priority legislative issues, hear a 2025 revaluation presentation, and receive a report on the Longtime Homeowner Assistance Program. Consent agenda items include a proclamation for Spay Neuter Day, transit work program amendments, and a fiscal year 2024-25 budget amendment. A closed session is scheduled for attorney consultation regarding King v. Orange County Sheriff.

• Presentation of Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for FYE 6/30/2024 and approval of Audit Services Contract Amendment increasing FY 2024 cost from $120,000 to $135,000
• Discussion of Project Management Options for School Construction
• Review of Orange County’s Proposed 2025 Priority Legislative Issues
• 2025 Orange County Revaluation Presentation
• Longtime Homeowner Assistance (LHA) Program Report – 2024 Results

The Board unanimously approved the FY 2024 Audit Services Contract Amendment, increasing the audit cost from $120,000 to $135,000 due to a software error. They also unanimously approved the 2025 Priority Legislative Issues document, with an added goal to seek recurring state funding for affordable housing programs. The Board discussed school construction project management options and directed staff to begin interlocal agreement discussions with school districts, but took no formal action on that item.

• Approved Audit Services Contract Amendment for FY 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 Priority Legislative Issues document with added affordable housing funding goal (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, Spay Neuter Day proclamation, transit work program amendments, and budget amendment (unanimous)
• Directed staff to begin interlocal agreement discussions with school districts on project management (no formal vote)

Human Relations Commission

The Human Relations Commission will meet to receive a presentation on the Blackwood Farms Marker and updates on Black History Month. The body will also review feedback from the Board of County Commissioners regarding its annual report.

• Presentation on Blackwood Farms Marker by Peter Sandbeck
• Discussion of BOCC feedback on the Annual Report
• Sub-committee report on a Proclamation
• Sub-committee report on the Pauli Murray Award

The Orange County Human Relations Commission approved a commemorative marker at Blackwood Farms recognizing the enslaved burial ground, with inscriptions to be discussed at the next meeting. The commission also unanimously approved moving forward with the top four scoring applicants for board membership. A proposed proclamation was withdrawn after discussion that it was too open for misinterpretation.

• Approved commemorative marker at Blackwood Farms (unanimous)
• Approved moving forward with top four scoring applicants for HRC membership (unanimous)
• Withdrew proclamation after discussion (no vote)
• Approved minutes of previous meeting (unanimous)

Housing Authority Board

The Orange County Housing Authority Advisory Board will hold a virtual meeting. The agenda includes a Program Manager’s Report covering monthly overview, utilization, voucher issuance, terminations, and informal hearings. Additionally, there will be HCV Program Updates including nominations for a new chair and HUD updates. The meeting concludes with comments from the Director and adjournment.

• Program Manager’s Report with monthly overview and programmatic reports
• Discussion of utilization, voucher issuance, and terminations
• Update on informal hearings
• HCV Program Updates with nominations for new chair
• HUD updates

The Orange County Housing Authority Advisory Board met virtually and unanimously approved the previous meeting's minutes. The board elected Murdock-Doherty as chair and Weatherly-Rosner as vice-chair, both by unanimous vote. The program manager's report noted that rumored federal cuts to Section 8 have not been confirmed, with indications that the program will be preserved.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Elected Murdock-Doherty as chair (unanimous)
• Elected Weatherly-Rosner as vice-chair (unanimous)

OCPT Staff Working Group

The Orange County Staff Work Group will consider recommending release of the FY26 Annual Work Program for public comment, which outlines $13.6 million in transit revenues and $13.6 million in programmed expenditures. Members will also review December meeting minutes, receive a financial schedule update from Go Triangle, and hear project updates from Chapel Hill, Mebane, Hillsborough, Carrboro, and Go Triangle.

• Action: Recommend release of FY26 Annual Work Program draft for public comment
• Chapel Hill received an additional $24 million federal grant for the North-South Bus Rapid Transit project (noted in January minutes)
• FY26 work program proposes $8 million carry forward for N-S BRT and $531,841 from fund balance
• Go Triangle financial report schedule update
• Project sponsor updates from Chapel Hill, Mebane, Hillsborough, Carrboro, and Go Triangle

The Orange Staff Working Group unanimously approved the FY26 Annual Work Program draft for a 21-day public review period. The group also approved the December 2024 minutes. No public comments were received, and no substantive decisions were made beyond these approvals.

• Approved December 2024 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved FY26 Annual Work Program draft for 21-day public review (unanimous)

Chapel Hill/Orange County Visitors Bureau

The Chapel Hill/Orange County Visitors Bureau Board of Directors will meet to approve previous meeting minutes, receive updates from staff on tourism marketing and meeting attraction efforts, and review the annual budget. The meeting includes a welcome to new board member Creston Woods and a presentation from Clean Design on attracting more meetings.

• Welcome new board member Creston Woods
• Presentation on attracting meetings by Clean Design and Marlene Barbera
• Budget overview by Hannah Hemphill (YTD revenue $1.93M, 55.7% of annual budget used)
• Approval of minutes from January 15, 2025 meeting
• Visitors Bureau updates from Sales Director Marlene Barbera

Board of County Commissioners

The Orange County and Hillsborough boards will hold a joint discussion on six topics: crisis diversion facility near UNC Hillsborough campus, train station transit-oriented development, Fairview Park landfill remediation, interlocal planning agreements, contracted services, and water/sewer planning. No votes are scheduled; all items are for discussion and information.

• Crisis Diversion Facility: 22,000 sq ft, 12 urgent care bays, 16 beds, construction starting Oct 2025, opening Nov 2026
• Train Station: 8,000 sq ft net-zero-ready passenger rail station with 9.5 acres for transit-oriented development, including affordable housing
• Fairview Park Landfill: 21-acre closed pre-regulatory landfill remediation investigation nearing completion, with NCDEQ oversight
• Interlocal agreements review: COCA, WASMPBA, building permit administration, and stormwater/erosion control agreements
• Contracted services matrix: Fire Marshal, Animal Control, Building Permits, Solid Waste, Tax Collection, and Minimum Housing Code enforcement

The Orange County and Hillsborough boards met jointly to discuss interlocal planning agreements, contracted services, water and sewer capacity, Fairview Park improvements, the Hillsborough Station transit-oriented development, and a crisis diversion facility. No formal votes or decisions were taken; the meeting was informational and ended with a unanimous adjournment.

• Adjourned meeting unanimously at 9:58 p.m.
• Discussed interlocal planning agreements, including COCA and WASMPBA, with no action taken
• Reviewed contracted services (permitting, fire marshal, tax collection) with no changes made
• Heard updates on water and sewer capacity and land use planning, no decisions made
• Discussed Fairview Park improvements and landfill remediation, no action taken
• Received update on Hillsborough Station TOD and grant efforts, no formal support expressed
• Received update on Crisis Diversion Facility, no action taken

Orange Unified Transportation Board

The Orange Unified Transportation Board will meet to discuss transportation planning and committee recommendations. The board is seeking approval for a scope of work to update a 2019 access management plan to address impacts from several approved industrial and educational developments.

• Approval of Scope of Work for 2019 Efland-Buckhorn-Mebane Access Management Plan Update
• Recommendation for BOCC to approve Orange County Safe Routes to School Steering Committee
• Review of Non-STIP items for comment
• Discussion of multimodal transportation impacts from developments including R+L Carriers, Medline, and Efland Industrial

The Orange Unified Transportation Board met on February 17, 2025, and approved the January 20, 2025 meeting minutes unanimously. Board members received updates on the 2019 Efland-Buckhorn-Mebane Access Management Plan, the Safe Routes to School steering committee, and non-STIP projects, but no formal action was taken on any of these items. The board discussed potential public engagement for the access management plan and forming a steering committee for Safe Routes to School, with staff to gather more input.

• Approved January 20, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• No action taken on 2019 Access Management Plan update; monitoring continues
• No motion required on Safe Routes to School steering committee; input gathering to continue
• No action on non-STIP project updates; agencies prioritizing fund obligation

Affordable Housing Advisory Board

The Affordable Housing Advisory Board (AHAB) will hold a routine meeting to approve minutes, receive updates from members and staff, and hear a 70-minute presentation from an outside agency. No details about the presenting agency or topic are provided in the agenda.

• Outside agency presentation (70 minutes) - agency and topic not specified

The Affordable Housing Advisory Board held a procedural meeting, approving no substantive decisions. They elected Monica as Secretary, discussed updates on research, staff, and homelessness data, and planned future meetings including developer outreach and a possible joint public meeting with the Human Relations Commission.

• Elected Monica as Secretary (all approve)

Advisory Board on Aging

The Orange County Advisory Board on Aging will consider approving the January 14 meeting minutes, receive the director's report covering a CPAAA monitoring visit and the upcoming NCAOA conference, review second-quarter Year 3 reports on the Master Aging Plan (housing, community supports, outdoor spaces), and begin discussions on the FY 25-26 budget. Committee progress reports from the Senior Tar Heel Legislature, Nursing Home and Adult Care Home Joint Community Advisory Committee, and friends groups will also be heard.

• Approval of January 14, 2025 minutes
• CPAAA Annual Monitoring visit – February 4-5
• NCAOA Annual Conference – February 25-26 at Carolina Inn
• Master Aging Plan Second Quarter Year 3 Reports (Housing, Community Supports and Health Services, Outdoor Spaces and Buildings)
• FY 25-26 Budget discussion

The Orange County Advisory Board on Aging approved the minutes from its Jan. 14, 2025 meeting. The board received updates on the Master Aging Plan, including housing initiatives such as the rezoning of Maddry Meadows for low-income senior housing and the Senior Housing Guide update. No formal votes were taken on substantive policy matters.

• Approved Jan. 14, 2025 meeting minutes
• Noted Maddry Meadows rezoning application for low-income senior housing under review
• Acknowledged Senior Housing Guide update to be completed by summer 2025
• Heard update on Home Preservation Coalition waitlist of ~200 persons for repairs

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold a work session to receive annual work plan summaries from multiple boards and commissions, including Parks and Recreation, Historic Preservation, and Affordable Housing. They will also discuss the Orange County Partnership to End Homelessness and consider appointments to several advisory committees. No formal votes are scheduled; the session is for discussion and feedback.

• Presentation of annual work plans from 10 boards and commissions
• Discussion of the Orange County Partnership to End Homelessness (OCPEH)
• Appointment discussion for Adult Care Home and Nursing Home Community Advisory Committee
• Appointment discussion for Opioid Advisory Committee
• Appointment discussion for Orange County Parks and Recreation Council

The Board of County Commissioners held a work session on February 11, 2025, receiving annual work plan presentations from 10 county boards and commissions, including Parks and Recreation, Historic Preservation, and Affordable Housing. The Board also discussed the Orange County Partnership to End Homelessness (OCPEH) budget, data, and governance, and made several appointments to various advisory boards. No formal votes were taken on the presentations or the OCPEH discussion; appointments were approved by consensus.

• Appointed Sandra Okeke Bates and Alicia Reid to the Adult Care Home and Nursing Home Community Advisory Committee (consensus)
• Appointed Francesca Talenti to the Arts Commission (consensus)
• Appointed Lisa Kaylie and Creston Woods to the Chapel Hill Orange County Visitors Bureau Advisory Board (consensus)
• Appointed Jesse Miller, Dr. Chris Ringwalt, Elisabeth Johnson, and Dr. Tiffany Barber to the Opioid Advisory Committee; held two positions open for recruitment (consensus)
• Appointed Susan Gladin and Kaji Rashad to the Orange Unified Transportation Board (consensus)
• Appointed Alissa Martucci, Chloe Reid, and Navya Sharma to the Orange County Parks and Recreation Council (consensus)

Commission for the Environment

The Orange County Commission for the Environment will consider approval of the January meeting summary, discuss the State of the Environment Report based on survey responses to set baselines for sub-committee breakouts, and review candidate recruitment for membership. Updates will be provided on Land Legacy Conservation, Hillsborough Climate Challenge events, a tree giveaway, a Repair Café, and federal funding for climate action.

• Approval of draft meeting summary from January 13, 2025
• Discussion of the State of the Environment Report and determination of baseline for sub-committee breakout discussions
• Candidate recruitment and introduction of applicant pool for CFE membership
• Sub-committee breakouts to discuss SOE and goals/projects for the year
• Updates on Land Legacy Conservation Milestone, Hillsborough Climate Challenge Events, Tree Giveaway, Repair Café, and Federal Funding for Climate Action

The Commission for the Environment discussed and agreed to produce the State of the Environment Report by 2026 using a Google Folder for organization, without hiring an outside consultant. Subcommittees may meet outside regular meetings, and members discussed possibly getting an intern. No formal votes were taken on these items; the only formal action was approving the January 13, 2025 meeting minutes.

• Approved January 13, 2025 draft meeting summary (unanimous)
• Agreed to use Google Folder for State of the Environment Report organization
• Agreed not to use outside consultant for the report
• Agreed to aim for report completion by 2026
• Allowed subcommittees to meet outside regular meetings with summaries
• Discussed possibility of getting an intern for report work

Planning Board

The Planning Board will meet to elect a Chair and Vice-Chair for 2025. The board will also review member term expiration dates and reappointment eligibility.

• Election of Chair and Vice-Chair for 2025
• Review of member term expiration dates and reappointment eligibility
• Approval of December 4, 2024 meeting minutes
• Review of Planning Calendar for February and March

The Orange County Planning Board held a brief organizational meeting, electing Lamar Proctor as Chair and Chris Johnston as Vice Chair, both unanimously. The board also approved the December 4, 2024 meeting minutes with an amendment correcting the attendance record. No substantive land-use decisions were made; the meeting was largely procedural, including a discussion on power demand and a historical note on building codes.

• Elected Lamar Proctor as Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Chris Johnston as Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Approved December 4, 2024 minutes with attendance amendment (unanimous)

Parks & Recreation Council

The Council will review updates to the Orange County Trails Plan and discuss the Fairview Community Watch. The body will also address board vacancies and potential appointments.

• Orange County Trails Plan Update
• Fairview Community Watch/Fairview Youth in Action
• Board vacancies and potential recommended appointments
• Intergovernmental Parks Work Group report

The Parks and Recreation Council heard a community plan to improve Fairview Park, including soccer fields, park facilities, and trails, with some items requiring coordination with HYAA, the Town of Hillsborough, and future budget allocations. The Council approved the December meeting summary as amended and recommended two youth delegates, Navya and Chloe, for appointment. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved December 4 meeting summary as amended (all in favor)
• Recommended Navya as youth delegate (motion carried)
• Recommended Chloe as youth delegate (motion carried)

Planning Board

The Planning Board's Ordinance Review Committee will review and discuss a comprehensive set of amendments to the Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) related to subdivisions. The amendments aim to create explicit standards for conservation and agricultural subdivisions to better protect environmental resources, open space, and farmland. The board is providing feedback on the first of two amendment packages, with formal consideration expected later in 2025.

• Text amendment to UDO Articles 2, 3, 7, & 10 to introduce conservation subdivision standards
• Conversion of by-right subdivisions to administrative approvals to streamline process
• Incentives such as density bonuses and reduced lot sizes for protecting primary open space and agricultural land
• Second amendment package for agricultural subdivisions focusing on farmland protection, planned for Fall 2025
• Public hearing and legal advertisement required for the final amendment package

The Orange County Planning Board's Ordinance Review Committee met to review proposed Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) text amendments regarding subdivisions. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was a discussion and feedback session on topics such as conservation subdivisions, density incentives, and approval processes. The committee discussed potential changes, including removing Planning Board approval from preliminary and final plats, but took no votes.

• No formal decisions or votes taken; meeting was for discussion and feedback on UDO subdivision amendments

Board of County Commissioners

The Board will hold a public hearing on applications for a zoning atlas amendment, comprehensive plan amendment, and UDO text amendments to realize Fiddlehead Corner, a master plan development on an unaddressed 90-acre parcel at Morrow Mill Road and Gold Mine Loop. They will also consider a proclamation designating February 2025 as Black History Month. The consent agenda includes approval of an Agricultural Growth Zone Grant, motor vehicle property tax releases/refunds, and Schools Adequate Public Facilities Ordinance membership numbers.

• Public hearing for Fiddlehead Corner Master Plan Development – Conditional District on a 90.133-acre parcel at Morrow Mill Road and Gold Mine Loop
• Black History Month proclamation designating February 2025
• Acceptance of Agricultural Growth Zone Grant from N.C. Department of Agriculture
• Motor Vehicle Property Tax Release/Refund approvals
• Schools Adequate Public Facilities Ordinance – approval of membership and capacity numbers

The Board held a public hearing on the Fiddlehead Corner master plan development, a proposed 100-unit community on Morrow Mill Road, but did not vote on the rezoning, comprehensive plan amendments, or UDO text amendments. Instead, the Board voted unanimously to continue the public hearing to March 6, 2025, at 7:00 pm. The Board also adopted a Black History Month proclamation and approved the consent agenda, which included property tax releases and an Agricultural Growth Zone Grant.

• Continued Fiddlehead Corner public hearing to March 6 (unanimous)
• Adopted Black History Month proclamation (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda (unanimous)
• Approved 7 late property tax exemption applications
• Accepted Agricultural Growth Zone Grant with NC Dept. of Agriculture
• Approved SAPFO membership and capacity numbers for both school districts

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will discuss several items, including a proposed project to identify, map, and protect historic Black cemeteries and stone Indian mounds, as well as a presentation on County Justice Facility expansion planning. No items are scheduled for a decision; all agenda items are for discussion or informational updates. The meeting also includes updates on the Old Courthouse Preservation Project architect selection and the lynching memorial marker on Courthouse Square.

• Discussion of future project to identify, map and protect historic Black cemeteries and stone Indian mounds
• Presentation on County Justice Facility expansion planning
• Review of revised landmark evaluation form with HPC member input
• Update on Old Courthouse Preservation Project architect selection process
• Discussion of historical marker project next steps

The Historic Preservation Commission approved a motion to request county webmaster assistance for a new HPC website. Members discussed a revised landmark evaluation form, future projects to map historic Black cemeteries and Indian stone mounds, and the Justice Facility expansion. No formal decisions were made on these discussion items.

• Approved minutes of December 11, 2024 meeting
• Approved motion to request county webmaster assistance for new HPC website

Board of Health

The Orange County Board of Health will meet to discuss the annual work plan and review 2nd quarter financial reports. The session includes updates on employee health and wellness and a possible amendment to the 2025 meeting schedule.

• Annual Work Plan
• 2nd Quarter Financial Reports & Billing Dashboard
• Amendment to 2025 Meeting Schedule
• OCHD Nutrition/Employee Health and Wellness Update

The Orange County Board of Health approved the annual workplan draft with revisions and the 2025 meeting schedule, moving the board retreat to March 15. Members also discussed public health topics including rabies, H5N1 avian influenza, and housing advocacy, but took no other formal votes. The meeting was held online due to inclement weather.

• Approved BOH annual workplan draft with revisions (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 BOH meeting schedule with retreat rescheduled to March 15 (unanimous)
• Approved January 22, 2025 agenda (unanimous)
• Approved November 20, 2024 minutes (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will certify the results of the November 5, 2024, bond referendum and discuss new school capital funding policies. The meeting also includes reviews of legislative priorities and various property and contract approvals.

• Resolution certifying the approval of $300 million in general obligation school bonds
• Adoption of School Capital Funding Policies and Major Project Planning Addendum
• Proposed 2025 Priority Legislative Issues for Orange County
• Fiscal Year 2024-25 Budget Amendment #5
• Proposed sale of 0.26 acre property, PIN #9862246076, in Hillsborough

The Board unanimously certified the November 2024 school bond referendum results, authorizing $300 million in general obligation bonds for school capital improvements. It also unanimously approved a resolution requesting that the NC Department of Environmental Quality deny UNC-Chapel Hill's air permit modification application, and agreed to send the resolution to the UNC Chancellor with a request to consider rescinding the application. The Board adopted new School Capital Funding Policies and discussed project management options for school construction, but took no formal action on the latter. The meeting was adjourned early due to inclement weather, leaving some agenda items (e.g., 2025 priority legislative issues) unconsidered.

• Certified November 5, 2024 bond referendum results (56,138 yes; 27,040 no) for $300M school bonds (unanimous)
• Approved resolution requesting DEQ deny UNC air permit modification; sent to UNC Chancellor with request to consider rescinding application (unanimous)
• Adopted School Capital Funding Policy and School Major Project Planning Addendum (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda items including tax releases, budget amendment #5, and contract awards (unanimous)
• Approved sale of 0.26-acre property in Hillsborough via upset bid process (unanimous)
• Approved construction contract with Harrod and Associates Constructors, Inc. for multiple architectural projects (unanimous)
• Approved continuation of single County CCPT/CFPT structure (unanimous)
• Extended 2025 tax listing period to February 14, 2025 (unanimous)

Orange Unified Transportation Board

The Orange Unified Transportation Board will consider approving its 2024 Annual Report and 2025 Work Plan, which details accomplishments such as expanding the transit service area, initiating a bicycle and pedestrian plan, and advancing the Orange Grove Road Sidewalk design. Board members will also provide comments on a Multimodal Assessment best practice research paper aimed at improving development review. Staff will update the board on regional projects, including delays in the I-40 widening (now expected completion in 2026) and prioritized safety improvements on Hwy 70 following a recent fatality.

• Action to recommend approval of the 2024 Annual Report and 2025 Work Plan
• Board to provide comments on a Multimodal Impact Assessment best practice paper
• Staff update: I-40 widening completion delayed to 2026
• Staff update: Hwy 70 speed reduction and safety improvements after a fatal incident
• Public comment period open; written comments accepted via email

The Orange Unified Transportation Board unanimously approved the 2024 Annual Report and 2025 Work Plan, with amendments adding public engagement accomplishments and objectives. The board also discussed a multimodal assessment best practice, focusing on fee structures and funding strategies, but took no formal action on that item. The meeting was otherwise procedural, with no public comments or agenda additions.

• Approved November 18, 2024 minutes with correction (unanimous)
• Approved 2024 Annual Report and 2025 Work Plan with amendments (unanimous)

OCPT Staff Working Group

The Orange County Staff Working Group is meeting to discuss transit work program updates. The body will consider recommending the FY26 Annual Work Program draft for public comment and an amendment to the FY25 Q3 Annual Work Program.

• Recommendation for BOCC approval of FY25 Q3 AWP Amendment
• Recommendation to release FY26 Annual Work Program Draft for public comment
• Review of new projects for the FY26 Annual Work Program
• Financial report schedule update from Go Triangle
• Project updates from Chapel Hill, Mebane, Hillsborough, Carrboro, and Go Triangle

The Orange Staff Working Group unanimously approved the December 2024 minutes and the FY25 Q3 AW amendment, and delayed the public release of the FY26 Annual Work Program by one month to allow final funding adjustments. The group also discussed new projects, including Chapel Hill's request for six DC fast chargers and Carrboro's sidewalk projects, and agreed that transit connectivity must be demonstrated for all proposed projects.

• Approved December 2024 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved FY25 Q3 AW amendment (unanimous)
• Delayed public release of FY26 Annual Work Program by one month (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is holding a retreat to discuss the FY2025-26 budget outlook and federal funding. The meeting includes detailed overviews of housing programs and the local agricultural economy.

• FY2025-26 Operating Budget preview and long range debt model
• Housing Choice Voucher program with $7,000,000 in federal funding
• Emergency Housing Assistance with $450,000 in local funding
• Bond/CIP funding for community development totaling $1,666,667
• Review of local and regional agricultural economy and programming

The Orange County Board of Commissioners held a retreat on January 17, 2025, to receive presentations on housing programs, the FY2025-26 budget outlook, federal funding, and local agriculture. No formal decisions or votes were taken during the retreat; the only motion was to adjourn, which passed unanimously. Staff noted that a budget amendment for cold weather shelter funding would be on the January 21 business meeting agenda.

• Adjourned retreat (unanimous)
• No formal decisions made; presentations only

Housing Authority Board

The board will receive a program manager's report on voucher utilization, terminations, and hearings, along with updates on the HCV program including a new specialist and overpayments. The main action item is finalizing the 2025 work plan.

• Program Manager's Report with monthly overview and programmatic reports (utilization, voucher issuance, VMS, terminations, informal hearings)
• HCV Program updates: new Housing Specialist and overpayments
• Finalize 2025 Work Plan

The Orange County Housing Authority Advisory Board met virtually on January 16, 2025, and approved the 2025 work plan as presented by staff. The board also unanimously approved the minutes from the previous meeting. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included updates from members and a program manager's report.

• Approved 2025 work plan (unanimous)
• Approved previous meeting minutes (unanimous)

Agricultural Preservation Board

The board will review a draft Ag Preservation Plan, an annual report, and a work plan. There are no items listed for decision at this meeting.

• Review of draft Ag Preservation Plan
• Annual Report and Work Plan discussion
• VAD update and farm reviews
• Feasibility of future APB educational initiatives
• Status update on County Land Use Plan

The Orange County Agricultural Preservation Board approved two farm preservation applications: one for an 82.78-acre EVAD enrollment and one for a 9.3-acre VAD enrollment, with the latter contingent on a signature. The board also discussed the draft Agricultural Preservation Plan, aiming for a final in-house draft in February and a BOCC work session on April 8th.

• Approved EVAD application for Peter Gundlach and Elizabeth Kage (82.78 acres)
• Approved VAD application for Ashley Cummings (9.3 acres), contingent on conservation plan signature
• Approved meeting summary for Nov. 12, 2024

Chapel Hill/Orange County Visitors Bureau

The Chapel Hill/Orange County Visitors Bureau board will meet to hear the executive director's report, review the budget, and assess whether current advertising is effective. The board also will consider a proposal to shift from monthly to every-other-month meetings and discuss the logo update pending selection of a new ad agency.

• Budget overview for fiscal year to date presented by Director Laurie Paolicelli
• Presentation by Media Two on advertising campaign effectiveness
• Discussion of potential meeting schedule change from monthly to every-other-month, as proposed in prior meeting
• Possible action on logo update – survey results split, decision postponed until new ad agency chosen
• Approval of minutes from November 20, 2024 board meeting

The Chapel Hill/Orange County Visitors Bureau Advisory Board approved the minutes from the November 20, 2024 meeting as submitted. The board received updates on tourism growth, a media campaign performance report, and discussed a potential logo redesign, but no substantive decisions were made on these items.

• Approved minutes from November 20, 2024 meeting (unanimous)
• Discussed logo redesign options, deferred to future meeting
• Heard media campaign performance report from Media Two

Advisory Board on Aging

The Advisory Board on Aging is meeting to prepare for the CPAAA Annual Monitoring visit and the BOCC Aging Board Annual Report. The board will also begin the FY 25-26 budget kick-off and review the Medicare Part D Open Enrollment Success Report.

• FY 25-26 Budget Kick-off
• CPAAA Annual Monitoring visit preparation for February 4-5
• BOCC Aging Board Annual Report
• Medicare Part D Open Enrollment Success Report by SHIIP Program Manager Jeanne Chamberlin
• All Ages All Stages Plan Implementation

The Orange County Advisory Board on Aging approved the December 10, 2024 minutes and discussed upcoming items including the CPAAA monitoring visit, the FY 25-26 budget kick-off, and the BOCC annual report. No formal votes were taken on substantive policy matters; the meeting was primarily informational and planning-focused.

• Approved December 10, 2024 meeting minutes
• Scheduled CPAAA annual monitoring visit for February 4-5
• Set tentative BOCC annual report date for February 11 or March 11
• Scheduled board orientation for new members on February 11
• Noted next regular meeting on February 11 at Seymour Center

Commission for the Environment

The Commission for the Environment will discuss the process for developing the upcoming State of the Environment report with previous members and staff. Members will also review new applicant pool materials and break into sub-committees to set goals for the year. Updates will be provided on a public hearing regarding UNC's application to burn pellets at the Chapel Hill Cogen plant, a tree giveaway program, and other items.

• Discussion of the State of the Environment report process with previous CFE members Bradley Saul, Johnny Randal, Rich Shaw, and Brennan Bouma
• Review of new CFE applicant pool provided by Wesley Poole
• Update on public hearing January 16 regarding UNC DEQ application to burn pellets at Chapel Hill Cogen plant
• Update on tree giveaway program
• Update on Hillsborough Green Team April Climate Challenge

The Commission for the Environment discussed the State of the Environment report with past contributors and ranked three applicants for potential appointment. They approved the ranking and will contact the top applicants to gauge interest before recommending to the Board of County Commissioners. The meeting also included subcommittee discussions on report topics and updates on community events.

• Approved December 9, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Ranked Blake Tedderq #1, Mayur Lodaya #2, William Branch #3 for CFE membership (unanimous)
• Agreed to move forward with top three applicants for BOCC recommendation (unanimous)
• Agreed individual letters to BOCC about Duke Energy lawsuit are okay, but no collective CFE letter