HomeMy WebLinkAboutRES-1999-032 Resolution Supporting Senator Bill 1123 Regarding the Creation of A Blue Ribbon Commission to Address Growth, Infrastructure and Development Issues 9
RESOLUTION SUPPORTING SENATE BILL 1123
REGARDING THE CREATION OF
A BLUE RIBBON COMMISSION TO ADDRESS GROWTH,
INFRASTRUCTURE AND DEVELOPMENT ISSUES.
WHEREAS, Senator Howard Lee introduced a bill into the General Assembly of North
Carolina, Session 1999 known in short title as: Blue Ribbon Growth Study
Commission, and
WHEREAS, the Commission shall study growth, infrastructure, and development issues
and recommend initiatives to promote comprehensive and coordinated local,
regional, and State planning, facility financing, and growth management to:
(1) Promote efficient infrastructure provision;
(2) Preserve natural and cultural resources;
(3) Foster economic development;
(4) Ensure compatible land-use patterns;
(5) Develop walkable communities; and
(6) Enhance the quality of life for the citizens of North Carolina, and
WHEREAS, it is in the best interest of the citizens of Orange County for the Board of
County Commissioners to support Senate Bill 1123.
NOW, THEREFORE,BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of County Commissioners of
Orange County to approve:
Section 1 - That the Board of County Commissioners of Orange County North
Carolina firmly supports Senate Bill 1123 entitled the Blue Ribbon Growth Study
Commission.
Section 2 - That this Resolution will become effective upon passage.
This,the 1SI day of jam e- 91999.
Approved by the Orange County Board of Commissioners:
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Alice M. Gordon,Chair
Board of County Commissioners
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