HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes 12-15-2020 Virtual Business Meeting 1
APPROVED 2/2/2021
MINUTES
ORANGE COUNTY
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
VIRTUAL BUSINESS MEETING
DECEMBER 15, 2020
7:00 p.m.
The Orange County Board of Commissioners met for a Virtual Business Meeting on Tuesday,
December 15, 2020 at 7:00 p.m.
COUNTY COMMISSIONERS PRESENT: Chair Renee Price, Vice Chair Jamezetta Bedford,
and Commissioners Mark Dorosin, Sally Greene, Earl McKee, Amy Fowler, and Jean Hamilton
COUNTY COMMISSIONERS ABSENT:
COUNTY ATTORNEYS PRESENT: John Roberts
COUNTY STAFF PRESENT: County Manager Bonnie Hammersley, Deputy County Manager
Travis Myren, Interim Clerk to the Board Greg Wilder, and Assistant Deputy Clerk II Allen
Coleman (All other staff members will be identified appropriately below)
Chair Price called the meeting to order at 7:03 p.m.
Due to current public health concerns, the Board of Commissioners conducted a Virtual
Business Meeting on December 15, 2020. Members of the Board of Commissioners participated
in the meeting remotely. As in prior meetings, members of the public were able to view and
listen to the meeting via live streaming video at orangecountync.gov/967/Meeting-Videos and on
Orange County Gov-TV on channels 1301 or 97.6 (Spectrum Cable).
In this new virtual process, there are two methods for public comment.
• Written submittals by email
• Speaking during the virtual meeting
Detailed public comment instructions for each method are provided at the bottom of this
agenda. (Pre-registration is required.)
1. Additions or Changes to the Agenda
Chair Price noted the following items at the Commissioners' places:
• PowerPoint Presentations (from staff and Applicant) for item 5-b
Chair Price said there are 111 people signed up for public comment on 5-b, and it is not
possible to hear all of those this evening. She said the Board of County Commissioners
(BOCC) should determine how many speakers are heard this evening. She said staff
suggested hearing from the first 20 individuals tonight, and scheduling a follow up meeting to
hear from the remaining speakers. She said it is up to the Board if more speakers are allowed
to sign up in the interim. She proposed several possible dates for follow up meetings.
Commissioner McKee suggested December 16, 17 and 21. He said he is open to
hearing from 20 speakers this evening, and would like to hear from everyone within the month
of December, and does not think it fair to the public to wait until January.
Chair Price said the audio/video team is not available on December 17.
Commissioner Dorosin said holding a meeting tomorrow seems unreasonable. He
agreed it will likely take 3 meetings, which will push into January. He said he thinks 25
2
speakers can be heard from this evening. He said the speakers are just one part of the
equation, and the BOCC needs to also have time for its own discussion. He proposed two
consecutive meetings in early January.
Commissioner Hamilton said she appreciated having this conversation up front. She said
it will likely extend into January, and agreed two additional meetings will be necessary. She
agreed with hearing from just 20 speakers this evening.
Commissioner Greene agreed with holding 3 meetings, and reminded the BOCC that it
cannot vote at this evening's meeting, due to required 24 hour waiting period, post virtual
meeting. She suggested having this evening's meeting, two additional meetings in January,
prior to the 19th, which will allow the BOCC to discuss and vote at the already scheduled
January 19th meeting.
Bonnie Hammersley said this proposal would meet all necessary requirements.
Commissioner McKee reiterated his desire to not carry the meetings into January. He
said there has been a great deal of communication from the public, and he does not want the
public to feel shuffled off to the side.
A motion was made by Commissioner McKee, seconded by Commissioner Hamilton to
limit the number of Public Speakers for tonight's meeting to 20 for agenda item 5-b.
Chair Price called each Commissioner by name (roll call).
VOTE: Ayes, 5 (Chair Price, Commissioner McKee, Commissioner Hamilton,
Commissioner Fowler, Commissioner Bedford); Nays, 2 (Commissioner Dorosin and
Commissioner Greene)
MOTION PASSES
A motion was made by Commissioner Dorosin, seconded by Commissioner Greene to
reconvene the Public Hearing on Tuesday, January 5, 2021 and Tuesday, January 12, 2021
and consider making a final decision on January 19, 2021.
Chair Price called each Commissioner by name (roll call).
VOTE: Ayes, 5 (Chair Price, Commissioner Dorosin, Commissioner Greene,
Commissioner Bedford, Commissioner Hamilton); Nays, 2 (Commissioner Fowler and
Commissioner McKee)
MOTION PASSES
Chair Price read the names of the 20 members of the public who will make public
comment this evening.
Arts Moment— No Arts Moment was available for this meeting.
2. Public Comments
Chair Price read the Public Charge
3
a. Matters not on the Printed Agenda
Janine Zanin said she is resident of Efland, and urged the BOCC to listen to the Mebane
City Council meetings from November 10 and December 7. She said she is very concerned
about the lack of transparency and public input regarding the plan. She asked the BOCC to not
approve any updates to the utility service agreement that would provide water and sewer to
existing parcels outside the economic development district (EDD). She said any such changes
would impact the zoning maps and plans. She said the public should be heard from prior to any
such changes being made. She said Mebane staff and council members have also expressed
concern about this process, and a lack of transparency with the BOCC.
b. Matters on the Printed Agenda
(These matters will be considered when the Board addresses that item on the agenda
below.)
3. Announcements, Petitions and Comments by Board Members
Commissioner Greene said she had no comments.
Commissioner McKee expressed appreciation to everyone who has written, emailed,
and called the BOCC regarding the proposed Buc-ee's development. He said the BOCC is
committed to a public process, with transparency.
Commissioner Bedford wished everyone a happy and safe holiday season.
Commissioner Hamilton echoed Commissioner McKee's comments, and pledged to
read/listen to every word from the public.
Commissioner Dorosin said yesterday the Governor's Task Force for Racial Equity and
Criminal Justice released a report on many topics. He said the BOCC should consider this
document carefully, and some recommendations are very locally based. He said one example
suggests that law enforcement receive written consent from a driver prior to searching a vehicle.
He said he brought this up with the Sheriff's department a few years ago, but it was not enacted
at that time. He petitioned the Board to resume this conversation with the Sheriff about an
informed consent to search policy.
Commissioner Fowler echoed comments made by Commissioners McKee and Hamilton.
Chair Price recommended the Board consider the length of the BOCC meetings. She
said it may be wise to have a check in at 10pm to see how everyone is doing. She said she
wants to be respectful of everyone's time, those working other jobs, and insure that everyone
has fresh minds to participate in meetings.
Chair Price said the Assembly of Governments (AOG) meeting usually occurs early in
the year, and it is very difficult to do via Zoom. She said she has spoken with the Mayors, and
suggested meeting with them and their Managers.
Chair Price said she would present a resolution recognizing January as National
Mentoring Month.
Chair Price said she will also bring forward a resolution honoring Dr. Kizzie Corbit, who
has been very involved in the development of a Covid vaccine.
Chair Price said the Ag Summit will be in February (likely the 8ch and 911), and will be held
virtually.
Chair Price said 2021 is the 60th anniversary of the Freedom Riders, and she wants to
commemorate this somehow.
4. Proclamations/ Resolutions/Special Presentations
4
a. Presentation of The Order of the Long Leaf Pine Award to Former Orange County
Commissioner Dr. Alice M. Gordon
The Board recognized former Orange County Commissioner Alice Gordon for receiving
The Order of the Long Leaf Pine award from Governor Roy Cooper, the highest honor the
Governor can confer on individuals. The award recognizes her significant contributions to the
state and her community through her exemplary service and exceptional accomplishments.
BACKGROUND:
Dr. Alice Gordon served as an Orange County Commissioner for 24 years, 1990-2014. Her
most outstanding contributions recognized by this award are in the areas of environmental
protection, school excellence, and improved regional transportation. Of these contributions, the
most memorable are as follows: (1) She created Orange County's innovative and national
award-winning Lands Legacy Program, which has now protected over 3000 acres of Orange
County's most precious natural and cultural lands (2) She championed excellent public schools,
with special attention for many years to the renovation of older schools, for which she was
recognized when the "Alice Gordon Science Building" at Culbreth Middle School was named in
her honor and (3) As Chair of the Durham-Chapel Hill-Carrboro Metropolitan Planning
Organization Board, she was co-leader of a successful cooperative effort to craft a multi-
jurisdictional agreement, the Triangle's first ever joint Long Range Transportation Plan, which
received a national planning award. She was also known as a public servant with integrity, who
always remained true to her core values.
Environmental Protection. With the approval of her fellow commissioners, Alice Gordon created
the national award-winning Lands Legacy Program in 1998, the first comprehensive county land
acquisition program in North Carolina, which won a national planning award in 2007 for its
innovation. The program has protected some of Orange County's most critical natural and
cultural resources, such as forests, watershed riparian buffers, prime farmlands, and future
parklands. Also with the commissioners' approval in 1998, she created a new environmental
department (now part of the Department of Environment, Agriculture, Parks and Recreation) so
that environmental protection would be a separate function and focus of Orange County
government, a special advantage in this era of climate change. The Lands Legacy Program
and Alice's other initiatives to protect the environment will be among her most enduring
contributions to Orange County. Having the institutional structure for environmental stewardship
in place to protect critical resources, such as clean air and clean water, will help Orange County
mitigate some effects of a warming planet.
School Excellence. Alice was a dedicated champion of high quality education for all public
school children in Orange County, and consistently supported the funding necessary to foster
school excellence because of her commitment to the success of all students. She led the effort
to pass the Schools Adequate Public Facilities Ordinance so that new schools would be built
when needed. She also promoted a systematic program to renovate all of the older schools in
Orange County, and worked toward that goal for many years. For her achievements, the Alice
Gordon Science Building at Grey Culbreth Middle School in Chapel Hill was named in her honor
in 2014.
Improved Regional Transportation. Alice promoted public transit and improved regional
transportation planning, and she served as Chair of two multi-jurisdictional regional
transportation boards, Triangle Transit (now GoTriangle) and the Durham-Chapel Hill-Carrboro
Metropolitan Planning Organization. As Chair of the latter board, she led a cooperative effort to
5
create the joint 2035 Long Range Transportation Plan, the first plan for the entire Triangle
region, a successful endeavor that received a national planning award in 2009.
Before becoming a commissioner, Alice was Chair of the Orange County Planning Board and
President of the Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools PTA Council. As a commissioner, Alice
served as both Chair and Vice Chair of the Board of County Commissioners.
Alice Gordon's other honors and awards include the 2006 Goodmon Award presented by
Leadership Triangle for"Exemplary Regional Leadership by an Elected Official" and her
designation as a "Town Treasure" by the Chapel Hill Historical Society in 2012.
RECOMMENDATION(S): The Manager recommends that the Board congratulate former
Orange County Commissioner Dr. Alice M. Gordon for receiving The Order of the Long Leaf
Pine award.
Chair Price said Commissioner Gordon has served as a mentor to her, and she was
delighted to write a letter to the Governor recommending this award. She said the award is long
overdue.
Commissioner Bedford said Commissioner Gordon did exemplary work for the
community, and was an inspiration to women interested in politics.
Senator Mike Woodard said he, too, was delighted to join the chorus in nominating and
recommending Dr. Gordon for this award. He said he has enjoyed working with Dr. Gordon,
and she stands out as one of the hardest working and most knowledgeable public servants he
has ever seen. He said they share an interest in protecting the environment and regional
transportation, and have served on many committees together. He said his work with Dr.
Gordon has made him a better legislator.
Representative Insko said she and Dr. Gordon served on the BOCC together, as the
fourth and fifth female Commissioners. She said Dr. Gordon is a feminist and a norm breaker,
from whom she has learned a great deal.
Carrboro Town Council member Randee Haven O'Donnell said she was happy to initiate
this nomination, and said Dr. Gordon has served with exemplary leadership in everything she
has done. She said she has a laser like focus, and has made significant contributions to the
County, with special focus on the environment, in school excellence, and regional
transportation. She offered her congratulations to Dr. Gordon.
Representative Graig Meyer expressed his congratulations to Dr. Gordon. He said Dr.
Gordon's public service is done, but her advocacy is most certainly not. He said she is an
active participant in many local meetings. He said he is disappointed that this award cannot be
presented in person. He read the text of the award.
Former Commissioner Gordon thanked all for their kind comments, and said she is
overwhelmed by their generosity. She thanked all for serving with her over the years. She
recognized her husband and family, and thanked them for their partnership in her years of
public service. She said she is very grateful for this award.
Commissioner Greene congratulated Dr. Gordon, and thanked her for her
encouragement and mentorship over the years.
Commissioner McKee congratulated Dr. Gordon, and thanked her for being a mentor to
him. He said she is most deserving of the award.
Commissioner Hamilton echoed the comments above, and said it was wonderful to work
with Dr. Gordon.
Commissioner Fowler congratulated Dr. Gordon, and thanked her for her service.
Commissioner Dorosin extended congratulations on a well-deserved honor.
6
b. Proclamation Recognizing David Hunt
The Board considered approving a proclamation recognizing and expressing gratitude to
David Hunt for his devotion and service to the people of Orange County, and authorizing the
Chair to sign the proclamation.
Greg Wilder, Interim Clerk to the Board, reviewed the item below:
BACKGROUND:
After over 17 years of service to the Board of Commissioners in the Clerk to the Board's Office,
David Hunt is retiring as the Deputy Clerk to the Board/Information Specialist.
After a career in the private sector, David Hunt joined the Clerk to the Board's Office in 2003 as
the Deputy Clerk to the Board/Information Specialist. In his initial years, Mr. Hunt managed
Orange County's public information efforts developing press releases, drafting public hearing
notices, monitoring and updating the County website, and compiling multiple materials to inform
the public of County activities and projects. Mr. Hunt has also become a trusted resource in the
Clerk's Office for the Board of Commissioners and staff Countywide, including developing a
substantial bank of photographs utilized by County Departments and others to highlight services
and promote events associated with Orange County. Mr. Hunt has also over the years served
as a valuable contributor serving the needs of the public at the Emergency Operations Center
during weather and other hazardous events.
More recently, Mr. Hunt became the point person for the Board of Commissioners and multiple
County staff for conducting virtual meetings. David has served as the principal County contact
for organizing Board of Commissioners' meetings virtually, as well as interacting and
coordinating with presenters, members of the public wishing to speak, and others involved.
It should also be noted that while serving the County, Mr. Hunt has also been an active member
in the community, including serving as a dedicated volunteer with the New Hope Volunteer Fire
Department.
RECOMMENDATION(S): The Manager recommends that the Board approve and authorize the
Chair to sign the attached proclamation recognizing and expressing appreciation to David Hunt
for his service to the people of Orange County and wishing him well in his retirement.
Deputy Clerk Thom Freeman said it has been his pleasure to work with David Hunt over
the past 8 years. He said David Hunt is a gentle giant, and produces excellent results. He said
David Hunt is painfully thorough, and is a valued member of the team. He wished him the best
for his future, and said it has been a privilege to serve with him.
Allen Coleman said he has such appreciation for David Hunt's patience and support over
the years. He wished him well for the future.
Greg Wilder thanked David Hunt for his creativity, expertise and attention to detail. He
said David Hunt has made a great difference in the Clerk's Office, and has showed great
leadership since Donna Baker's passing. He said David Hunt's work on all of the virtual
meetings is immense, and the success of these meetings is due to him. He wished him well for
the future.
Commissioner McKee said "painfully thorough" is a high compliment, and this attention
to detail has kept the Commissioners prepared and informed. He read the following resolution:
7
ORANGE COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
PROCLAMATION RECOGNIZING AND EXPRESSING GRATITUDE TO
DAVID HUNT,
RETIRING DEPUTY CLERK/INFORMATION SPECIALIST
WHEREAS, David Hunt, after working in the private sector for multiple years, joined the
Clerk to the Orange County Board of Commissioners Office in 2003; and
WHEREAS, during his early years with Orange County, Mr. Hunt managed Orange
County's public information efforts by developing press releases, drafting public hearing
notices, monitoring and updating the County website, and compiling multiple materials to inform
the public of County activities and projects; and
WHEREAS, David has become a trusted resource in the Clerk's Office serving the Board of
Commissioners and staff Countywide, including developing a substantial bank of photographs
utilized by County Departments and others to highlight services and promote events associated
with Orange County; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Hunt has also over the years served as a valuable contributor serving
the needs of the public at the Emergency Operations Center during weather and other
hazardous events; and
WHEREAS, more recently, David became the point person for the Board of
Commissioners and multiple County staff for conducting virtual meetings, and has served as the
principal County contact for organizing Board of Commissioners' meetings virtually, as well as
interacting and coordinating with presenters, members of the public wishing to speak, and
others involved; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Hunt is retiring from Orange County on December 31, 2020, after over
17 years in service to the County and its residents, and will be missed;
NOW THEREFORE, we, the Orange County Board of Commissioners, do hereby
recognize and express deep appreciation and respect for the services rendered by David Hunt
to the Orange County community, and wish him well in his retirement.
This the 15th day of December 2020.
Renee Price, Chair
Orange County Board of Commissioners
A motion was made by Commissioner McKee, seconded by Commissioner Dorosin to approve
the resolution.
Roll call ensued
VOTE: UNANIMOUS
c. Proclamation Recognizing Dinah L. Jeffries
The Board considered a proclamation recognizing and expressing gratitude to Dinah L.
Jeffries for her devotion and service to Orange County.
Kirby Saunders, Emergency Management Coordinator, reviewed the following
information:
BACKGROUND:
After 37 years of dedicated service to the Orange County community, Dinah Jeffries is retiring at
the end of December 2020.
8
Dinah Jeffries began her career of service with Orange County in 1983 as a temporary youth
counselor in a summer program with the Recreation Department. Three months later, Dinah
started her public safety journey when she was hired as Telecom municator with the Emergency
Services department. Dinah was promoted to a Communications Shift Leader in 1988, a role
she served in for five years until transferring to a training position. In 2007, Dinah assumed the
role of Communication Operations Manager and lead the 9-1-1 Communications Division
through the implementation of new technologies, adoption of national protocols, and a re-design
of the current center at Meadowlands Drive.
Dinah Jeffries made history in 2016 when she became the first woman and the first woman of
color charged with leading the Emergency Services department. In 2020, Ms. Jeffries provided
invaluable leadership in guiding the Countywide response to the COVID-19 Pandemic alongside
Health Director, Quintana Stewart. In addition to her service to Orange County, Dinah also
made significant contributions to her profession by serving as a board member to the North
Carolina 911 Board and the NC Chapter of the Association of Public Safety Communication
Officials (APCO) Executive Board. For 37 years, Dinah Jeffries has led with integrity,
compassion, professionalism and unwavering dedication to her communities and those she had
been charged to lead.
RECOMMENDATION(S):
The Manager recommends that the Board approve and authorize the Chair to sign the attached
proclamation recognizing and expressing appreciation to Dinah Jeffries for her service to the
people of Orange County and wishing her well in her retirement.
Kim Woodward, Emergency Medical Services Operations Manager, said it has been her
honor to serve with Dinah Jeffries, and she has been a mentor to her. She said Dinah Jeffries is
simply the best, and she wished her well in her retirement.
Lysa May, Administration Officer, said all previous comments are completely true, and
she wished Dinah Jeffries the best.
Jason Shepherd, Fire Marshall, reiterated comments previously made, and said Dinah
Jeffries is an incredible leader. He said he hoped to call her friend for many years to come.
Kevin Medlin, Communications Operations Manager, said he is one of the few people
left who grew up with Dinah Jeffries. He thanked her for her leadership and mentorship.
Jeryl Anderson said working with Dinah Jeffries is one of the best decisions she has
ever made, and thanked her for her friendship and mentorship over the years. She wished her
well in the future.
Sheriff Charles Blackwood said he and Dinah Jeffries grew up together in the County,
and it has been his honor to serve alongside her. He said her leadership in Emergency
Services has been exceptional. He said she and her staff are knowledgeable, prepared and
professional. He said she has been a friend and confidant, and he will miss her greatly in his
daily working life. He said everyone works towards retirement, and it should be celebrated, but
he is selfishly very sad to see her go. He said he is thankful she will be nearby.
Chair Price read the following proclamation:
9
ORANGE COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
PROCLAMATION RECOGNIZING AND HONORING
DINAH L. JEFFRIES,
RETIRING DIRECTOR, ORANGE COUNTY EMERGENCY SERVICES
WHEREAS, in 1983, Ms. Jeffries embarked on a career of public service by joining the
Emergency Management Department as a full-time 9-1-1 Telecommunicator; and
WHEREAS, in 1988, Ms. Jeffries was promoted to serve as a Communications Shift
Leader, an Emergency Management Training Specialist in 1993, and the
Communications Operations Manager in 2007; and
WHEREAS, in 2016, Dinah Jeffries made history by becoming the first woman and first
woman of color to be charged with leading the Orange County Emergency Services
Department; and
WHEREAS throughout her distinguished career, Dinah has helped to advance the 9-1-1
system throughout Orange County with the implementation of advanced technologies and
national protocols for EMS, Fire, and Police dispatch; and
WHEREAS, Ms. Jeffries has served as a faithful advocate, representing both the Orange
County community and the State of North Caroling by serving on the North Carolina 911 Board
and the North Carolina Chapter of the Association of Public Safety Officials (APCO) Executive
Board; and
WHEREAS, as Director, Ms. Jeffries provided invaluable mentorship, led the effort to
create the local Peer Support program for first responders, and exemplified steady
leadership in challenging times, including guiding the County's response to the 2020
COVID-19 Pandemic ; and
WHEREAS, Dinah's work in Orange County has ensured that the Emergency Services
Department is diverse and thriving and is capable of sustaining such for generations to
come; and
WHEREAS, Ms. Jeffries is retiring from Orange County on December 31, 2020, after 37
years in service to our communities, and will be missed;
NOW THEREFORE, we, the Orange County Board of Commissioners, do hereby
recognize and express deep appreciation and respect for the services rendered by Dinah
Jeffries to the Orange County community, and wish her well in her retirement.
This the 15th day of December 2020.
Renee Price, Chair
Orange County Board of Commissioners
A motion was made by Chair Price, seconded by Commissioner McKee to approve the
proclamation.
Roll call ensued
VOTE: UNANIMOUS
Commissioner McKee said he has enjoyed walking alongside Dinah Jeffries, and
appreciated her ever-calming presence in difficult times.
Commissioner Dorosin expressed his thanks and said she will be greatly missed.
Dinah Jeffries said this is humbling and emotional, and she does not enjoy being in the
spotlight. She thanked everyone for their support of her department, and acceptance of her as
10
a peer and leader. She said her team will be fine, and she is confident in her leaders. She said
she is just a phone call away.
5. Public Hearings
a. NCDOT Public Transportation Division/Public Transportation — 5311 Community
Transportation and 5339 Combined Capital Program Grant Applications for FY
2022
Theo Letman, Transportation Services Director, reviewed the following information:
BACKGROUND:
Each year, the NCDOT Public Transportation Division accepts requests for capital, operations
and administrative needs for county-operated community transportation programs. OCPT is
eligible to make application for both capital and administrative funding. NC DOT has allotted a
combined total of$1,230,025 for funding.
Detailed breakdown is outlined in the table below:
5311 Grant Application: 5339 Combined Capital Grant: Totals:
Total $ 182,325 $1,047,700 $ 1,230,025
Federal $ 145,860 $838,160 $ 984,020
Local $ 36,465 $209,540 $ 246,005
RECOMMENDATION(S): The Manager recommends that the Board:
1) Approve submittal of 5311 and 5339 Combined Capital Grant applications for FY 2022 in
the total amount of$1,230,025 with a local match total of$246,005 to be provided when
necessary;
2) Approve and authorize the Chair to sign the 5311 Program Resolution, the
DBE/MBE/WBE/HUB Anticipated Vendor Awards, the DBE Good Faith Efforts
Certification the Local Share Certification and the Title VI Program Report;
3) Authorize the Chair to sign the annual Certifications and Assurances documents (when
these legal documents are issued by the federal register) and upon final review by the
County Attorney;
4) Close the public hearing;
5) Authorize the acceptance of written comment(s) via e-mail to the Board at
ocbocc(a)_orangecountync.gov or by delivery to the Orange County Transportation
Services office at, 600 Hwy 86 N Hillsborough, North Carolina 27278, until 9:00 a.m. on
Thursday December 17, 2020.
A motion was made by Commissioner Dorosin, seconded by Commissioner Fowler to
open the public hearing.
Roll call ensued
VOTE: UNANIMOUS
11
PUBLIC COMMENT:
None
A motion was made by Commissioner McKee, seconded to by Commissioner Fowler to
close the public hearing.
Roll call ensued
VOTE: UNANIMOUS
Bonnie Hammersley said this item will come up for Board approval at the January 19t"
BOCC meeting. She said written public comments can be received for another 24 hours.
John Roberts said the BOCC can approve the item, leaving the 24 hour written comment
period, especially if there is a deadline to meet. He said if no comments are received, the vote
will stand, and if comments do come in, the BOCC can hold another vote, thereafter.
Theo Letman said there is a pending deadline.
Bonnie Hammersley asked if the BOCC would vote on the item to allow staff to meet its
deadline.
A motion was made by Commissioner Fowler, seconded by Commissioner Greene to
approve the item.
Commissioner Dorosin referred to the 100,000 miles requirement for the retirement of a
vehicle, and said this seems awfully low. He said most vehicles can run longer. He asked if
there is any flexibility on this number, and if there is any return on the sale of these vehicles.
Theo Letman said these are cutaway vans, and 100,000 miles is the federal standard.
He said these vans are run hard, and many of them are over 100,000 miles. He said viable
vehicles can be used as spare vehicles, and others are auctioned off.
Commissioner Dorosin said this seems wasteful, and he would like to bring this up to the
legislature.
Commissioner McKee said community centers are often in need of transportation
vehicles, and asked if these older vehicles could be used for such a purpose.
Theo Letman said yes, it is possible. He said as long as the federal interest has been
satisfied, the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) can be petitioned for use of the vehicles for
County purposes. He said the BOCC approved, and staff procured, three vans for the
community centers, but that does not prevent some of these viable vehicles from also being
used for other purposes.
Commissioner Fowler asked if the funds raised from the sale of vehicles are used for a
particular purpose.
Theo Letman said these funds are intended to go back into the program for further
vehicle replacement.
Commissioner Dorosin asked if purchased vehicles can be hybrid or electric.
Theo Letman said yes, and staff is looking into these options. He said the state contract
has electric options with larger mass transit vehicles (such as buses), but he hopes that smaller
electric vehicles will be added to the state contract.
Roll call ensued
VOTE: UNANIMOUS
12
b. Zoning Atlas Amendment: Master Plan Development Conditional Zoning District
(MPD-CZ) for Efland Station (formerly Beaver Crossing)
The Board considered holding a public hearing, receiving the Planning Board/staff
recommendation and public comment, closing the public hearing, and scheduling action for a
specific future date on an applicant initiated Zoning Atlas Amendment for parcels within the
Cheeks Township of Orange County.
Specifically, Buc-ee's Limited is seeking to rezone 2 parcels totaling approximately 104 acres to
Master Plan Development Conditional Zoning (MPD-CZ) district. As indicated herein, due to the
size of the application, it is available electronically on the County website at:
https://www.orangecountVnc.gov/1722/Current-I nterest-Projects.
Craig Benedict, Planning and Inspections Director, reviewed the following information:
BACKGROUND:
On August 7, 2020 a Zoning Atlas Amendment application was received proposing to rezone 2
parcels, further identified utilizing Orange County Parcel Identification Numbers (PIN) 9854-16-
1576 and 9854-36-3711 (hereafter `the Property'):
FROM: Office/Research and Manufacturing (O/RM); Upper Eno Protected
Watershed Protection Overlay District; Major Transportation Corridor
(MTC) Overlay District ; Efland Interstate Overlay District.
TO: Master Plan Development Conditional Zoning (MPD-CZ) district; Upper
Transportation Corridor (MTC) Overlay District ; Efland Interstate Overlay
District.Eno Protected Watershed Protection Overlay District ; Major
(map of parcels)
I- LI 11' '"_r 1 ^'I � ,,,-,••,I' I I"il"I - I - I - r® 1 ♦ :'9
0 0 : o
♦ -o• 0 0 0 0 0
♦ -
• .- •. ` PIN 9854-36-3711
'_° 0 • o
ti
PIN 9854-164576
i 4 i
185 5-1 40 W
E ENT 160
13
The basic facts concerning this application are as follows:
Applicant: Buc-ee's Limited (LTD)
327 FM 2004
Lake Jackson, TX 77566
A ent s : Elizabeth (Beth) Trahos Kelsey W. Hall, P.E. Earl Lewellyn, P.E.
Attorney Kimley-Horn Kimley-Horn
Nelson-Mullins 300 Morris Street 300 Morris Street
4140 Parklake Ave Suite 200 Suite 200
Raleigh, NC 27612 Durham, NC 27701 Durham, NC 27701
Parcel Information: A. Parcels and Size: Subject parcels, identified utilizing Orange
County Parcel Identification Numbers (PIN), are:
1. PIN 9854-16-1576: An approximately 92 acre parcel.
2. PIN 9854-36-3711: An approximately 12 acre parcel.
If approved, the new MPD-CZ district would be approximately
104 acres in area. A vicinity map denoting the location of the
parcels, and current zoning, is contained in Attachment 2.
B. Township: Cheeks.
C. Future Land Use Map (FLUM) Designation: Both parcels are
located within the Commercial Industrial Transition Activity
Node. A copy of the FLUM Map is contained in Attachment 3.
D. Growth Management System Designation: Both parcels are
Urban Designated. A copy of the Growth Management System
Map is contained in Attachment 3.
E. Existing Conditions/Physical Features: Varying topography
with wooded areas, cleared area apparently used as pasture for
farm animals, and water features (i.e. ponds, streams, wetland
areas).
F. Roads:
1. North: Southern Drive (roadway located within the
Southern railroad right-of-way). Neither Property has
direct frontage and/or access to Southern Drive;
2. South: Interstate 85/40 including interstate on/off ramp;
3. West: Mt. Willing Road;
4. East: US Highway 70/1-85 Connector road.
G. Water and Sewer: Water utility services are provided by
Orange-Alamance Water System (OAWS). Wastewater utilities
(i.e. sewer) are provided by the City of Mebane.
Surrounding Land Uses: North: Railroad, Single-family residential land uses on
parcels zoned Rural Residential (R-1), Home park
14
on a parcel zoned R-1; Undeveloped 6 acre parcel
zoned Office/Research and Manufacturing (O/RM);
South: Interstate 85/40;
West: Mt. Willing Road, restaurant and gas station on
parcels zoned Neighborhood Commercial (NC-2),
Single-family residential land uses on parcels zoned
R-1;
East: US Highway 70/1-85 Connector Road and Ben
Johnson Road, large undeveloped parcels of
property zoned Agricultural Residential (AR).
MPD Conditional Zoning (CZ) Process: Involves review/action of a rezoning petition and a master
concept development plan allowing for the development of specific land use(s). Applications are
processed in a legislative manner (i.e., does not require sworn testimony or evidence) and
decisions are based on the BOCC's determination that the project is consistent with the purpose
and intent of the Comprehensive Plan.
As this is a MPD-CZ proposal, a formal site plan is not required to be submitted. Applicants are
required to produce a concept plan consistent with the provisions of Section 6.7 of the Unified
Development Ordinance (UDO). The typical cadence for review is as follows:
• First Action — Planning staff schedules a Neighborhood Information Meeting (NIM).
Staff Comment — DONE. This meeting was held in an on-line format on
September 15, 2020. Notes from this meeting are contained within Attachment 5.
Please note, staff held a follow-up information meeting on October 28, 2020 to
review modifications to the application package (i.e. name change, land use
buffer/access management changes, etc.).
• Second Action — The Planning Board reviews the application at a regular meeting and
makes a recommendation to the BOCC.
Staff Comment. The Planning Board completed its review of the Project at its
November 4, 2020 regular meeting, voting unanimously to recommend approval.
• Third Action — The BOCC receives the Planning Board recommendation and makes a
decision at a previously advertised public hearing.
Staff Comment— If the public hearing is held remotely, there is a 24-hour waiting
period required before a decision can be effective per State legislation regarding
virtual/remote meetings. The purpose of the 24-hour waiting period is to allow for
submission of written comments.
Per Section 2.9.2 (F) (3) of the UDO, mutually agreed upon conditions can be imposed as part
this process only if they address:
1. The compatibility of the proposed development with surrounding property,
2. Proposed support facilities (i.e. roadways and access points, parking, pedestrian and
vehicular circulation systems, screening and buffer areas, etc.) and/or
3. All other matters the County may find appropriate or the petitioner may propose.
15
If approved, the Zoning Atlas will be amended and the zoning designation of the property shall be
changed to MPD-CZ. Development, including permitted land uses, would be in accordance with
the approved development proposal and conditions imposed as part of the atlas amendment
process.
Development of the Property shall only be permitted through the review and approval of site plan
application(s) in accordance within Section 2.5 of the UDO. This is so staff can verify all imposed
conditions are adhered to and allow for final review by members of the Development Advisory
Committee (DAC) as detailed within Section 1.9 of the UDO.
Proposal: The applicant is proposing to rezone the Property to MPD-CZ district allowing for the
development of Efland Station, formerly known as Beaver Crossing, summarized as follows:
i. Intended to: `... create a mixed-use unified development providing a variety of retail,
service, hotel, dining, light industrial/office flex space uses consistent with the Orange
County 2030 Comprehensive Plan ...';
ii. Construction of approximately 500,000 sq.ft. of building area supporting various land uses,
specifically:
a. A Travel Center including a 120 pump gas station and approximately 64,000 sq.ft.
of retail;
STAFF COMMENT: The applicant has clarified it will be 60 pumps with
120 actual fuel nozzles/hoses (i.e. 2 fuel nozzles per pump).
b. 120-room multi-story hotel;
c. 150,000 sq.ft. of Office/Service/Manufacturing land uses;
d. 8,000 sq.ft. of medical office space;
e. 30,000 sq.ft. of retail space;
f. A 3,500 sq.ft. drive-in bank;
g. 12,000 sq.ft. of casual restaurant(s); and
h. 20,000 SF of high-turnover sit-down restaurant(s) space.
iii. Designation of parcel for development of transit facilities/amenities along the northern
portion of the Property (south of railroad);
iv. Preservation of approximately 38% or 40 acres (1,742,400 sq.ft.) of open space;
v. Roadway access proposed off of:
a. Right-in/right-out driveways off of the Interstate 85/40 on/off ramp;
b. Driveway access off of US Highway 70/1-85 Connector Road; and
c. Mt. Willing Road.
Development will be completed in 2 phases with the travel center completed in Phase 1 and
remaining land uses in Phase 2 (hereafter `the Project').
The applicant is proposing imposition of development and design standards (i.e. architectural
design, signage, internal and external setback limits, height limits, landscaping/buffer standards,
outdoor lighting standards, erosion control/stormwater, etc.)governing overall development of the
project if the MPD-CZ district is approved by the County.
16
STAFF COMMENT. Proposed land uses, excluding the Travel Center, are currently
permitted within the existing O/RM general use zoning district. Development of these
uses would be `permitted by right' (i.e. staff administrative review of site plan without
advisory board/elected official review/comment). The applicant has elected to go
through the MPD-CZ process for the following reasons:
• Development of the Property `as a whole' rather than subdividing land into
separate parcels for independent development (i.e. separate access points,
parking, stormwater facilities, grading/land disturbance, access drives, etc.);
• Employment/use of comprehensive traffic access management strategies;
• Maximize preservation of open space;
• Provide for comprehensive stormwater management/treatment;
• Minimize the overall land disturbance/grading activities associated with the
Project; and
• Seek approval for the proposed Travel Center land use.
Staff has heard concerns from residents the MPD-CZ designation allows for more
intensive development activity than currently permitted. This is not necessarily correct.
If approved, the Project would result in more open space area and less overall
constructed building area than what is permitted by-right with the existing zoning
designation. The main difference between the existing O/RM district and the MPD-CZ
is the potential development of the proposed travel center as detailed herein.
Staff has also heard concerns approval of the MPD-CZ will eliminate existing Planning
Board and BOCC involvement with the review and approval of site plans.
As staff has detailed in numerous meetings, and herein, the majority of proposed land
uses are currently permitted `by right'. This means the Planning Board and BOCC
already have no involvement with site plan review or approval.
For example, a 120 room hotel could be developed on the property today without
public notice/review/comment or review/action by Planning Board/BOCC members.
Staff would review/take action on a site plan submitted in accordance with Section 2.5
of the UDO.
The MPD-CZ process is providing an opportunity for more public review/comment than
would currently be allowed under the current general use zoning designation.
Access: The Project is proposing phased access improvements, namely:
i. Two right-in/right-out driveways off Interstate 85/40 on/off ramp, developed in Phase 1
(initial development) as shown below:
�► t ]! Access drive—app.600 ft.
west of the US Highway 70/1-
85
:' ���► i' Connector Road
VN
"0 Eu Access drive—app~ O � r'w� ;�'o""AEn ,
600 ft.east of Mt. Interstate 85/40 _
Willing Road
! • • • - 4 NfS1 ..
17
ii. Driveway off of US Highway 70/1-85 Connector Road, developed in Phase 1, 500 ft. north
of Ben Johnson Road including installation of a new traffic signal (shown below):
mesa&cs = ----------______ - _
.40
,.
do
New driveway
v
i
�F
y
Yellow areas denote roadway
® improvements(i.e.road widening/new
l pavement)including new travel lanes.
=Arr
iii. Access of off Mt. Willing Road across from Turner Street controlled by a Stop Sign
constructed in Phase 2 (shown below):
18
i T a -
I
STOP
TURNER 5; - - - - - - - - - -== _
New driveway
Jew
iv. Elimination of westbound Exit 160 off 1-85/40 (i.e. the Efland/Mt. Willing Exit) in Phase 1.
The exit will be combined with existing Exit 161 (US Highway 70/1-85 Connector Road).
As staff understands it, signage will be added indicating Exit 161 allows access to `Efland'
and `Mt Willing Road'. To access Mt. Willing Road from west bound 1-85/40, travelers will
be required to:
a. Exit the Interstate at Exit 161;
b. Stop at the proposed new stoplight;
c. Go straight through the intersection, driving onto the existing Interstate 85/40 on/off
ramp;
d. Travel approximately 3,200 ft. west arriving at Mt. Willing Road.
STAFF COMMENT: The current configuration (i.e., Exits 161 and 160) of the
interchange is commonly referred to as a "braided ramp interchange" where
entrance/exit points overlap. Vehicular traffic utilizes shared access roadways
resulting in weaving conflicts between traffic attempting to exit and access the
Interstate using these same travel lanes.
The current interchange configuration was designed approximately 25 years ago using
traffic volumes based on anticipated land use and traffic growth/distributions
assumptions in place at that time.
In reviewing the matter with NC DOT, the current layout is not particularly desirable
due to inherent operational and safety problems associated with the traffic movement
conflicts and relatively short distance provided for deceleration/acceleration for
motorists'. Current traffic weaving maneuvers result in potentially unsafe conditions
which would be significantly exacerbated by increases in traffic volumes.
While it is fair to say this Project has accelerated the need to consider revising the
existing interchange, Planning staff have been informed by NC DOT that
improvement(s) to the interchange would eventually be made to address public safety
19
issues. These `improvements' would likely have involve eliminating westbound Exit
160 to address public safety issues as traffic volumes increase in the area.
The elimination of westbound Exit 160/reconfiguration of Exit 161, requires additional
review as part of NC DOT and Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) processes,
which are independent of this zoning atlas amendment process.
If approved, the project will move forward consistent with the master concept plan. If
denied, the applicant will have to address modification(s) at a future date.
As a practical matter, the processing of this rezoning request is the first step in this
process.
During our initial review of the Project, staff made the following recommendation(s)
concerning the proposed location of right-in/right-out driveway points (Attachment 4):
➢ Eliminating the access drive(s) on the interstate on/off ramp west of US
Highway 70/1-85 Connector Road altogether; OR
➢ Limit the two proposed access drives to an `entrance only' east of Mt. Willing
Road and an `exit only' west of the US Highway 70/1-85 connector road versus
a right-in/right-out for both driveways as current designed.
If the proposed access drives were eliminated altogether, motorists would access
Interstate 40/85 from the Project either via the US Highway 70/1-85 Connector Road
or Mt. Willing Road. Staff made this recommendation in an effort to preserve Exit 160
as currently configured and reduce anticipated traffic conflicts.
NC DOT staff have indicated westbound Exit 160 may be
eliminated/relocated/redesigned to address anticipated traffic safety needs as traffic
volumes increase in the area. Further, the applicant expressed concern over not
having direct access to the Project via the on/off ramp.
Staff still believes there is merit to continue investigating limiting the proposed access
drives to be an `entrance only' and/or `exit only' thereby reducing potential vehicular
conflicts and continued study on preserving westbound Exit 160, recognizing the
ultimate decision on these components of the Project have to go through a separate
State and Federal review process.
ii. Installation of new traffic signals(i.e., new driveway/Exit 161 intersection with US Highway
70/1-85 Connector Road and the intersection of the 1-85/40 on/off ramp with Mt. Willing
Road) in Phase 1;
iii. Turning Ben Johnson Road into a `right turn only'. Vehicles attempting to access the
Interstate from Ben Johnson Road will turn right onto US Highway 70/1-85 Connector
Road, complete a U-turn at the proposed signal approximately 500 ft. north, and access
the Interstate via the existing on/off ramp. This work would be completed in Phase 1;
iv. Numerous roadway improvements (i.e. widening for adding of turning lanes, development
of traffic stops, etc.).
STAFF COMMENT. Both Planning and NC DOT staff have reviewed the proposal.
Comments are contained in Attachment 4.
Improvements will need to be made to Mt. Willing Road to accommodate the
current/anticipated traffic flow. County Comprehensive/Transportation Planning staff
have recommended a roadway design consistent with the approved Efland-Buckhorn-
Mebane Access Management Plan (EBM AMP).
20
As currently envisioned, the widening of Mt. Willing Road would be addressed through
the typical County/NC DOT roadway improvement process. The applicant has
indicated a willingness to reserve/dedicate necessary right-of-way to accommodate
roadway improvements and abide by the following consistent with the EBM AMP:
MPI V_N NY MN
�wuR sotw�uc
,o r 14 ,re-
4 w +r
1All NN
100 Lou RlONTOTIWV
4 LANE DIVIDED (17'-6" RAISED MEDIAN)WITH CURB & GUTTER,
WIDE OUTSIDE LANES,AND SIDEWALKS
P05TEP SPEED 35-45 MPH
,O um
V „• „• 1TINiC11Y ,,• „• 70
NN �q —
++pux glow pcwXr
4 LANE DIVIDED(17'-6" RAISED MEDIAN)WITH CURB & GUTTER,
BIKE LANES,AND SIDEWALKS
P05TED SPEED 35-45 MPH
Driveway access to the Project from Mt. Willing Road will be developed in a future
phase (i.e. will not be part of the initial development of the travel center in Phase 1).
The applicant has proposed a temporary access road from Mt. Willing Road for
emergency vehicle access (i.e., fire, ambulance, Sheriff, etc.). This temporary access
proposal has been approved by the County Fire Marshal.
Staff has concerns vehicles will be unable to access the proposed travel center directly
from Mt. Willing Road until Phase 2, the proposed elimination of Exit 160, and the
individual right-in and right-outs allowing access to the proposed Travel Center off of
the Interstate on/off ramp.
Utilities: The project is proposed to be served by public water (Orange-Alamance Water System)
and sewer (City of Mebane). Orange County is continuing to work with Orange-Alamance and
City of Mebane officials to address any and all necessary improvement(s) to accommodate the
Project. Sewer services shall be provided consistent with the existing inter-local utility agreement
between the County and the City of Mebane.
21
STAFF COMMENT: The application was forwarded to Orange-Alamance Water
System and City of Mebane staff. As of the writing of this abstract, staff has not
received formal comment(s) from Orange-Alamance staff but have received
acknowledgement, via email to the Director, they have capacity to serve the Project.
There are memorandums from the County Staff Engineer and City of Mebane in
Attachment 4 concerning provision of services.
Erosion Control/Stormwater Regulations: The applicant has indicated the project will abide by
existing stormwater, Section 6.14, and erosion control, Section 6.15, regulations of the UDO.
STAFF COMMENT: There have been numerous public comment(s) made over
stormwater runoff impacting adjacent parcels, including the County's Severn Mile
Creek Preserve. Staff has also heard complaint(s) from local residents over the
Project negatively impacting water quality.
The County has nutrient reduction strategies addressing water quality issues
consistent with State regulations. Typically these strategies are achieved with the
installation/management of stormwater control measures (SCMs).
State rules allow developers to pay `offset fees' to aid in meeting these regulations.
These fees are part of a `nutrient trading program' allowed under State rules to fund
riparian restoration/enhancement projects constructed elsewhere within the
watershed. The goal is to promote overall watershed health and compliance with
applicable nutrient reduction strategies.
Currently, the predominant strategy utilized in the State is the restoration and/or
enhancement of riparian forested buffers on agricultural lands.
The concern is use of offset payment methods will not address potential impacts to
adjacent water features (i.e. streams, wetlands, etc.). While the overall health of the
watershed may be `protected', the quality of local waterways could still be negatively
impacted.
It has been suggested by both staff and local residents the applicant be required to
either:
• Abide by nutrient reduction strategies as detailed in Section 6.14.7 of the UDO
without participation in the State recognized offsite mitigation program; or
• Any off-site mitigation has to occur in Orange County near the Property to
ensure preservation of local water quality.
Staff is supportive of imposing either as a condition.
Solid Waste: The applicant has indicated development within the project shall abide by the
Orange County Solid Waste Management Ordinance.
Land Use Buffers/Setbacks: The applicant is proposing:
• PIN 9854-16-1576:
o Northern property line:
■ 40 ft. land use buffer and setback;
22
STAFF COMMENT: Staff has recommended a 50 ft. land use buffer
and only allowing for vehicular access (i.e. travel lanes) within 75 ft. of
the northern property line. This effectively would impose a 75 ft.
setback for all structures.
The applicant has indicated they are amenable to a 50 ft. land use
buffer.
The applicant has offered, as a condition, to erect a 6 ft. wall outside of
the buffer creating additional shielding of the Project along the northern
property line as well.
o Western property line (Mt. Willing Road):
■ 40 ft. land use buffer and setback;
STAFF COMMENT: Staff has recommended a 50 ft. buffer and
setback.
NORTH CARUL.IIVH rv• .' -
R1 RESIDENTIAL USE
I I 6'FENCE ON INTERIOR
20'TYPE A BUFFER
DEVELOPMENTI OF MY BUFFER ` — -
-
(MIXED OPTION)- i I AREA 5 q0'TYPED FF ENKANC
ER 30'UTILITY EASEMENT /r-
(MIXED OPTIONI f Il DEVELOPMENT
AREA 5
( 'C• — — — �YO'TYPEABI.F=ER I.
RI RESIDENTIAL USE 81'UTILITYEASEMENT (MIXrDO'TION) T
v
40'TYPE G BUFFER
(OVERFIEAD UTILITY OPTION)
25'FUTURE ROADWAY
IMPROVEMENT RESERVATION _ - PRLS
- - - DEVELOPMENT AREA 4 SF
64'UTILITY EASEMENT PRESERVED GREEN
SPACE AREA \\
I 1p'TYPE A BUFFER+•
II 1 1 (MIXED OPTION,
. rwwwww,)
r FUTUREINTERNAL
Z o 0
G) LANDSCAPING(TYP,)
f{�I �
_- DEVELOPMENT riMl
�I -- 1; r -� AREA 1 >-
ZU)j / ._ ` v v v c7 v
o IJlllli ,,,+
J 1 1 --e �
- - STOWAVATLR
!MANAGEMENT FACILI'Y VY TYPE A BUFFER
nuixcn norr� -- ! �
o Southern property line - Major Transportation Corridor(MTC) Buffer: The applicant is
proposing to develop/install/maintain an enhanced MTC Buffer as follows:
■ A 100 ft. buffer extending approximately 1,000 linear feet east from the
intersection of Mt. Willing Road consistent with Section 6.6.4 of the UDO;
■ 40 ft. buffer along approximately 1,220 linear feet of the interstate on/off ramp
in front of the proposed travel center;
23
STAFF COMMENT: Section 6.6.4 (A) (5) of the UDO allows for the
clearing of up to 50% of the MTC buffer to create a `visual break' along
the Interstate.
The applicant is proposing a managed buffer in this area versus a total
clearing of landscaping (i.e. foliage will be replanted and a buffer shall
be maintained in perpetuity).
■ East of the 40 ft. managed buffer, the applicant will maintain a 100 ft. buffer
extending approximately 220 linear feet towards the US Highway 70/1-85
Connector Road;
■ A 200 ft. enhanced MTC buffer running approximately 746 ft. east towards the
US Highway 70/1-85 Connector Road.
The MTC buffer proposal is depicted as follows on the submitted master concept plan:
...1 'N"rPEAWFFER DEVELOPMENT
01 I DEVELOPMENT I,DO�� AREA 1
AREA 1
��
/
'FAOM 't 10TYPEABUFFERt
S (IAOOPTIM) - - —
W WAD BUFFER
40 TYPE B BUFFER 100'TYPE F BUFFER
IN IYPF.F BUFFER (DFCDUOUS OPTKW) ;OFC1rUCUs OP710N)
IDEC0Il0US 0PT10M)
100 OFFSET FROM MAIOR 7CC'TYPF F RJFFFR I
TRANMTA71ONCORROOR 1-85/140INTERSTATE �i*clrwis:)P*10N) 1 �IN OFFSET I
TRARBPORU
........................... I `1 Comm
o Eastern property line (US Highway 70/1-85 Connector Road):
■ 40 ft. land use buffer and setback.
STAFF COMMENT: Staff does not have a concern with this proposal.
• PIN 9854-36-3711:
o Northern Property line (south of railroad):
■ 40 ft. land use buffer and setback.
STAFF COMMENT: Staff does not have a concern with this proposal
relating to the setback/buffer from the railroad right-of-way.
o Western Property line (adjacent to existing Home Park):
■ 40 ft. land use buffer and setback.
STAFF COMMENT: Development adjacent to the existing Home Park
(i.e. manufactured housing community) is limited to serving various
transit needs as determined by Orange County. There will be no
`commercial' development activities. As a result, staff does not have a
concern with this proposal.
24
Staff does recommend allowing for an access easement which would
allow residents from the Home Park to access the Project and, more
importantly, the development area intended to support regional transit
needs.
o Eastern Property line (US Highway 70/1-85 Connector Road):
■ 40 ft. land use buffer and setback.
STAFF COMMENT: Staff does not have a concern with this proposal
relating to the US Highway 70/1-85 Connector Road right-of-way.
AGRICULTURAL/
RESIDENTIAL USE \
DEVELOPMENT
AREA 6 30'C-'-RHEAO
ENHANCED \ UTILITY EASEMENT
W TYPE D BUFFER
(MIXED OPTION)
STORMWATER
W TYPE C BUFFER ��� MANAGEMENT FACILITY
(OVERHEAD UTILITY OPTION) `
0 \
20'TYPE A BUFFER p i ,•
(MIXED OPTION)
ES—ER VCD GRCCN
SPACE AREA
DEVELOPMENT \
J AREA 3 0
W WETUWD BUFFER
,EASEMENT .:.'• i ��
W TYPE A BUFFER DEVELOPMENT // h
(MIXED OPTION) AREA 2 / \� CO AGRICULTURAL/
^--•` 1 J' RESIDENTIAL USE
1 40'TYPE C BUFFER
MIXED OPTION',
STAFF COMMENT: Per Section 6.8.12 (C) of the UDO, land use buffers are based on
proposed development as well as existing land use(s) on the adjacent parcel. Further,
25
Section 6.8.7 (D) (1) (a) of the UDO requires parking areas to provide a- landscape area
at least ten feet in width, exclusive of drainage and/or utility easements, between the
vehicular use areas and the right of way or adjacent property line.
• Stream buffers shall be in accordance with the provisions of Section 6.13 of the UDO and range
from 65 to 80 ft. based on slope;
Environmental Assessment (EA): The applicant completed the EA for this project as required
under Section 6.16 of the LIDO. At this time the EA indicates:
i. Project will not impact any environmentally sensitive areas;
STAFF COMMENT. Existing water features (i.e. streams, ponds, wetlands) are
located within identified open space areas. Stream buffers are protected consistent
with Section 6.13 of the UDO.
ii. Steep slopes along the southeastern property line are going to be preserved in established
open space/Major Transportation Corridor (MTC) buffers;
iii. No culturally/archeologically significant areas have been denoted on the properties;
STAFF COMMENT.- As detailed in within documents contained within Attachment 6
historic structure(s) were previously identified on the property in 1993. These
structures no longer possess physical integrity lending them to preservation efforts.
iv. There are no floodplains on the Property;
V. No endangered species have been identified as being on the Property.
STAFF COMMENT.- At this stage of review, staff has determined the master concept
plan appears to address protection of applicable on-site environmental features.
Further review by staff will be necessary, presuming approval of the rezoning
application, to address environmental impacts associated with anticipated
development.
Staff is concerned about fuel storage, and potential impacts arising from a leak, but
the UDO does not contain a measureable standard by which we can regulate. Storage
tanks are permitted through the State.
As presently configured, the Project proposes 6 double-walled concrete encased storage tanks
for fuel, each with a maximum capacity of 40,000 gallons of fuel storage. The permitting of these
underground tanks will be consistent with NC Department of Environmental Quality (NC DEQ)
standards. There are concerns over the potential impact(s) associated with the storage of the
necessary fuel supporting 60 gas pumps/120 gas nozzles that will have to be addressed during
future site plan review and State permitting of the fuel storage tanks.
On October 28, 2020 the applicant provided a response to staff's environmental assessment
review memo focusing on fuel storage and the oil/water separations that have to be included in
the stormwater inlet systems proposed for the Project. This information is contained in
Attachment 1.
Staff and the applicant have recommended the imposition of various condition(s) to address
development impacts as contained in Attachment 9.
Other pertinent information concerning the proposed MPD-CZ is as follows:
• Future Land Use Map (FLUM) Designation: As previously detailed herein, both parcels
are located within the Commercial-Industrial Transition Activity Node (CITAN).
26
The FLUM can be accessed utilizing the following link:
http://www.orangecountync.gov/DocumentCenterNiew/4054/Future-Land-Use-Map-
PDF.
• Comprehensive Plan: Per Appendix F, "Relationships Between Land Use Categories and
Zoning Districts Matrix"of the adopted Orange County Comprehensive Plan, the MPD-CZ
district is a permissible zoning designation for property located within a CITAN.
For more information on the definition of activity node, and to review the allowed zoning
designations permitted within same, the Comprehensive Plan can be accessed utilizing
the following link:
http://www.orangecountVnc.gov/1242/2030-Comprehensive-Plan.
• Growth Management System Map Designation: As previously indicated herein, both
parcels within an `Urban' designated area.
STAFF COMMENT: The Growth Management System Map is a tool utilized by
staff to identify permit review thresholds for residential (i.e. subdivision) projects.
• Water and Sewer Management, Planning and Boundary Agreement (WASMPBA): The
parcels are located within Orange County's Primary Service Area meaning public utilities
(i.e. water and sewer) could be extended. As detailed above, public utility service would
be provided by the Orange-Alamance Water System (OAWS) and the City of Mebane.
The document can be accessed utilizing the following link:
http://www.orangecountync.gov/DocumentCenterNiew/4190/Water-and-Sewer-
Management-Planning-and-Boundary-Agreement-PDF.
• Efland-Mebane Small Area Plan: The parcels are located within an area the small area
plan designates as supporting high-intensity/urban style development including non-
residential development(s).
The adopted plan can be accessed utilizing the following link:
https://www.orangecountync.gov/DocumentCenter/View/4196/Efland-Mebane-Small-
Area-Plan-PDF.
Analysis: As required under Section 2.9.2 (E) of the LIDO, the Planning Director is required to:
`... cause an analysis to be made of the application'and pass that analysis on to the reviewing
body. In analyzing this request, the Planning Director offers the following:
1. The application is complete in accordance with the requirements of Section 2.9.2 (C) of
the UDO;
2. The proposal appears consistent with the various goals outlined within the Comprehensive
Plan concerning development, including:
a. Land Use Overarching Goal: Coordination of the amount, location, pattern, and
designation of future land uses, with availability of County services and facilities
sufficient to meet the needs of Orange County's population and economy
consistent with other Comprehensive Plan element goals and objectives.
b. Land Use Goal 2: Land uses that are appropriate to on-site environmental
conditions and features and that protect natural resources, cultural resources, and
community character.
27
c. Land Use Goal 3: A variety of land uses that are coordinated within a program
and pattern that limits sprawl, preserves community and rural character, minimizes
land use conflicts, supported by an efficient and balanced transportation system.
d. Objective LU-1.1: Coordinate the location of higher intensity / high density
residential and non-residential development with existing or planned locations of
public transportation, commercial and community services, and adequate
supporting infrastructure (i.e., water and sewer, high-speed internet access,
streets, and sidewalks), while avoiding areas with protected natural and cultural
resources. This could be achieved by increasing allowable densities and creating
new mixed-use zoning districts where adequate public services are available.
e. Economic Development Objective ED-2.1: Encourage compact and higherdensity
development in areas served by water and sewer.
f. Economic Development Objective ED-2.10: Extend public water and sewer into
all three Economic Development Districts.
3. The proposal appears consistent with the various goals/policies outlined within the Efland-
Mebane Small Area Plan, approved by the BOCC in 2006. Specifically, the Project is
proposing development of high intensity non-residential land uses in an area reserved
specifically for such development as identified within the Plan.
4. The applicant has provided a basic environmental assessment as part of this submittal.
Staff has reviewed and determined there ought to be no significant environmental impact
from this project based on existing conditions.
Staff is recommending the imposition of a condition as part of the approval of this project
that additional environmental studies be prepared for all site plans as detailed in Section
6.16 of the UDO;
5. The proposed development is consistent with existing/anticipated development within the
area and the various land uses associated with the project are compatible with various
goals/policies as detailed herein.
During review of the Project, local residents identified the following concerns related to the
Project, which staff is including herein for information purposes only:
a. The Project is out of character with the rural Efland Community;
b. Development of a '120 nozzle gas station' is inconsistent with a County goal of
reducing dependency on fossil fuels;
c. Stormwater runoff from the Project will have a negative impact on adjacent
sensitive water features as well as the County's Seven Mile Creek Preserve;
d. Insufficient information has been provided ensuring adequate protection of
groundwater from fuel contamination;
e. The Project will significantly increase/exacerbate existing light pollution in the area;
f. There is no justification for an 80 ft. tall freestanding sign.
Neighborhood Information Meeting: A neighborhood information meeting for the project was held
on September 15, 2020 in accordance with Section 2.9.2 (D) of the UDO. The meeting was held
in an on-line format due to current public health concerns. A synopsis of comments made at the
meeting can be found within Attachment 5.
28
Planning staff held a virtual outreach meeting on October 28, 2020 to review applicant
modification(s) to the Project including, but not limited to: name change (from Beaver Crossing
to Efland Station), access management and landscaping modifications.
Public Notifications: In accordance with Section 2.8.7 of the UDO, notices were mailed via first
class mail to property owners within 1,000 ft. of the subject parcels providing the date/time of
the BOCC public hearing where the proposal is to be reviewed. These notices were mailed on
November 25, 2020, 19 days before the meeting. Staff also posted the subject parcels with
signs indicating the date/time of the public hearing on December 4, 2020, 11 days before the
meeting. For more information, please refer to Attachment 7.
Courtesy Review: This request was submitted to the City of Mebane and Orange-Alamance
Water System (OAWS) as part of our courtesy review program. To date, staff has not received
comment(s)from OAWS staff.
Planning Board Recommendation: The Planning Board reviewed the zoning atlas amendment at
its November 4, 2020 regular meeting. At this meeting the Board voted unanimously to
recommend approval of the Statement of Consistency (Attachment 8) and the proposed Zoning
Atlas Amendment (Attachment 9).
Excerpts of the minutes from the meeting, as well as the Board's signed statement of consistency,
are included in Attachment 6. Agenda materials from the meeting can be viewed at:
https://www.co.orange.nc.us/AgendaCenter/Planning-Board-26.
Planning Director's Recommendation: The Planning Director recommends approval of the:
1. Statement of Consistency indicating the zoning atlas amendment(s) are reasonable
and in the public interest as contained in Attachment 8.
2. Ordinance amending the Zoning Atlas, as well as imposing development conditions,
for the identified parcels as contained in Attachment 9.
Presuming:
a. BOCC and applicant acceptance of recommended conditions as contained in Attachment
9;
b. Direction from the BOCC, with the applicants consent as imposition of conditions must be
mutual, on imposition of the following addressing staff concerns on:
i. Stormwater:
Imposition of a condition that requires the applicant to either:
1. Abide by nutrient reduction strategies as detailed in Section 6.14.7 of
the UDO without participation in the State recognized offsite mitigation
program; or
2. Any off-site mitigation has to occur in Orange County near the Property,
within the County's Upper Eno Protected or Critical Watershed
Protection Overlay District,to ensure preservation of local water quality.
ii. Access Management:
29
1. Driveway access from the Interstate on/off ramp be restricted to 2
driveways, one allowing access to the Project east of Mt. Willing Road
(i.e. a right turn into the Project only) and one allowing access to the
on/off ramp west of the US Highway 70/1-85 Connector Road (i.e. a
right turn out of the Project only);
Staff shall continue to work with the applicant and NC DOT officials to preserve
westbound Exit 160 as being part of a dual westbound exit for both Exit(s) 160
and 161 at the existing Exit 161 location.
RECOMMENDATION: The Manager recommends the Board:
1. Receive the request;
2. Conduct the public hearing and accept comment;
3. Provide direction to staff and the applicant on any additional conditions consistent with
Section 2.9.2 (F) (3) of the UDO;
4. Close the public hearing
5. Authorize the acceptance of written comment(s) via e-mail to the Board at
ocbocc(cDorangecountync.gov or by delivery to the Planning Department's office at 131
West Margaret Lane, 2"d floor, Hillsborough, North Carolina 27278, until 9:00 a.m. on
Thursday December 17, 2020;
STAFF COMMENT. In accordance with Session Law 2020-3 Section 4.31(a),
regarding remote meetings during declared emergencies, while voting may be
allowed on the night of the meeting, staff is recommending the Board vote at a
subsequent meeting due to the complex nature of the project.
Session Law 2020-3 further allows the record to be supplemented by written
comments on items heard at a public hearing by accepting written comments for
24 hours after the public hearing is closed. Due to the late hour at which this public
hearing is expected to conclude, staff is recommending an additional period of time
in excess of this 24 hour period to accept written comments.
6. Schedule a vote to approve the:
a. Statement of Consistency (Attachment 8), and
b. Zoning Atlas Amendment (Attachment 9)
at the Board's January 19, 2021 business meeting as recommended by the Planning
Board and Planning Director. No additional public comments shall be received on
this item at the January 19, 2021 business meeting.
Craig Benedict made the following Staff PowerPoint presentation:
30
ORANGE COUNTY
NORTH CAROLINA
AGENDA ITEM: 5 (b)
PUBLIC HEARING
Zoning Atlas Amendment
Master Plan Development Conditional
Zoning (MPD-CZ)— Efland Station
(Formerly Beaver Crossing)
Orange County Board of Commissioners
December 15, 2020
Meeting Cadence:
1. Staff presentation;
2. Applicant presentation of request;
3. Questions from BOCC;
4. Summary of recommended conditions;
5. Additional questions/comments from BOCC;
6. Public Comments;and
7. Board deliberation.
ORANGECOUNTY
CONDITIONAL ZONING—WHAT IS IT?
• Tool designed to address impacts from land uses that
cannot necessarily be addressed by existing general
land use development standards/policies;
• Applicant proposes development standards addressing
potential impacts (i.e. lot size, setbacks, parking,
landscaping, open space management, traffic
management,signage,etc.);
• County can impose conditions;
• If approved, use of the property subject to approved
master plan and conditions created during the
application review process.
➢ Process,ultimately,creates a new zoning district.
ORAN xIMU TY
Master Plan Development-CZ:
• Review/action on rezoning petition and a master concept
plan;
STAFF COMMENT: Does not involve approval of site
specific development plan(s),specific land uses,or tenants.
Formal site plan submittal not required per Section(s)
2.9.2 and 6.7 of the UDO.
• Processed in a legislative manner(i.e.does not require
sworn testimony or competent material evidence);
• Decisions based on determination Project is consistent
with Comprehensive Plan,Small Area Plans,and UDO.
STAFF COMMENT: If alternative design standards are
proposed, County determines if they meet spirit/intent of
existing regulations.
GRAN xE'COUNTY
31
ROLES:
• Staff:
—Determine application completeness/consistency with
Comprehensive Plan and UDO;
—Determine compliance with applicable standards or
viability of proposed'design alternatives';
—Recommend imposition of conditions/action on
request.
• Planning Board:
—Hear from applicant,staff,and the general public;
—Review/discuss analysis and recommendation(s);
—Discuss/recommend imposition of conditions;
—Recommend approval or denial to the BOCK
ORS COUNTY
ROLES (continued):
• BOCC:
—Schedule/hold public hearing to receive application;
—Hear from applicant,staff,and the general public;
—Review/discuss staff and Planning Board's analysis
and recommendation(s);
—Review,discuss,and negotiate conditions;
—Close the public hearing;
—Approve or deny the request to approve Zoning Atlas
Amendment application with the imposition of
mutually agreed to conditions.
ORANGE COUNTY
rvoxrx uaourvn
IMPOSITION OF CONDITIONS: '•'•'
• Per Section 2.9.2 (F) (3)of the UDO: Mutually agreed
upon conditions can be imposed only if they address:
➢Compatibility of the development with surrounding
property,
➢Proposed support facilities (i.e. roadways and access
points, parking, pedestrian and vehicular circulation
systems,screening and buffer areas,etc.)and/or
➢Other matters the County may find appropriate or
petitioner proposes.
• If approved,Zoning Atlas amended(property designated
MPD-CZ). Development consistent with approved
master concept plan and imposed conditions.
ORANGE COUNTY
BACKGROUND — Efland Station:
• Application submitted on August 7,2020;
—Formally accepted for processing on August 12
—Originally called Beaver Crossing. Name changed to
Efland Station on October 16,2020.
• 2 parcels totaling approximately 104 acres of
land area;
• Rezone parcels to Master Plan Development
Conditional Zoning(MPD-CZ)district;
• Review/action on request in accordance with
Section 2.9 Conditional Districts of the Unified
Development Ordinance(UDO).
ORANGE COUMTY
32
PROPOSED ATLAS AMENDMENT:
Applicant is proposing to rezone the 2 parcels:
—FROM: Office/Research Manufacturing (O/RM);
Major Transportation Corridor(MTC)Overlay District;
Upper Eno Protected Watershed Protection Overlay
District;Efland Interstate Overlay District
—TO: MPD-CZ(Efland Station); Major Transportation
Corridor(MTC)Overlay District;Upper Eno Protected
Watershed Protection Overlay District; Efland
Interstate Overlay District
O=GE CCOU
SUBJECT PARCEL(S):
� \ Q
ORANGE COUNTY
Master Concept Plan:
-------
5{ 0 `
O=GE CCOU
Future Land Use Designation: Pam°„
rwt°re Land Use Map Future Land Use Map
(FLUM)of
Comprehensive Plan:
fr ➢ Commercial-industrial
Transition Activity Node'
`� ➢ Per adopted
Comprehensive Plan,
area intended for high
intensity development;
➢ Per Adopted Efland-
Mebane Small Area
Plan,parcels identified
as being suitable for high
�^«*� intensity non-residential
® _Am
land uses.
ORANGE COUNTY
33
PROCESS: "'
• Schedule,and Action:
First Action — Planning staff schedules a
Neighborhood Information Meeting(NIM).
— DONE.Meeting held on-line on September 15,2020.
Second Action — The Planning Board reviews the
application at a regular meeting and makes a
recommendation to the BOCC.
— Done. Meeting held on-line on November 4,2020.
Third Action — The BOCC receives the Planning
Board recommendation and makes a decision at a
previously advertised public hearing.
— Occurring
ORANGE COUNTY
FUTURE DEVELOPMENT: 14
• Development shall only be permitted through the
review and approval of site plan application(s) in
accordance within Section 2.5 of the UDO.
— No additional Board review(i.e. Planning Board/
BOCC)shall be required.
STAFF COMMENT. No Board review (i.e.
Planning Board/BOCC)required for identified
'permitted' land under current zoning (i.e.
permitted uses listed in Section 5.2 of the
UDO). Most of the proposed land uses could be
developed under existing zoning without additional
public comment(i.e.manufacturing,restaurant,hotel,
offices) ouNc o Nrr
Beth Trahos, Lawyer with Nelson Mullins, made the following PowerPoint presentation
(Stan Beard, and Jason Harris of Buc-ee's; and Kelsey Westwood and Earl Lewellyn of Kimley
Horn also present):
Efland Station
Existing Base Zoning:O/RM
Proposed Base Zoning:MPS-C2
nNELSON
MULLINS
34
0
Two Parcels Totaling 104.55{Acres
tfI is I"I iA.1 i�Q�
ltn
i A
5'
North of 40185;West of 70185 Connector;South
of Railroad
ice_. -- �� It• �+r''a-� - - -�—�!. H.,
�lipi�
a
35
Existing Zoning
• OfFiee/Research
Manufacturing(O/RM)with
the following overlays:
Upper Eno Protected
- 4� Watershed Protection
Overlay district;Major
Transportation Corridor
Overlay;Efland interstate
Overlay District
_ - Master Plan Development
CvnditFvnalZoning(MPD-
CZ)retaining all overlays
q
Comprehensive Plan—Future Land Use Map
Commercial-Industrial Transition Activity Node.Land near
major transportation routes that could be provided with public
water and waste water services and is appropriate}or retail and
other commercial uses;manufacturing and other industrial
uses;office and limited(not to exceed 2S%of any Node)higher
density residential uses."
• Few Commercial industrial Transition Activity Nodes in Orange
County
• Location of this property appropriate for intense uses-
North of the combined Highways 40/95
125,000 cars drive bythis site every day
•Travel Center(not a truck stop)will attract cars that are
already driving by
West of the 70/95 Collector
South of the railroad
Lots of light and noise in the area from highways and railroad
• Water and sewer are available to the property
36
Community Meetings and Interactions as a part
of the Rezoning Process
• Neighborhood Information Meeting on September 15,2020
• Created website(www.Efland5tation.com)todisseminate
information aboutthe proposal,including a FAQ page answering
community questions and a link to the Planning Department
information an the filing
• Planning Staff U pdate Meeting on October 29,2020
• United Voices of Efland-Sponsored Meeting on October29,2020
• Orange County Planning Board Meeting on November4,2020
Planning Board unanimously recommends approval of Efland
Station Toning
Changes Made in Response to Community and
Staff Feedback
• Renamed the project Efland Station,formerly Beaver Crossing
Reduced the height and size of sign along highway from 100'to 80'
Increased landscape plantings and added a fence inside the buffer
along the northern property line
Modified transportation improvements to address comments from
NCODT
Altered permitted uses to more r osely follow UIDD-defined uses
Limited total square footage to 500,000 square feet of building area as
opposed to the more than 2,000,0005quare feet permitted under the
current zoning
• Committed that at least 40 acres or 38%of site would be open space as
defined in the Master Plan.
L_t-
_� y4yl � rt
—.
37
Mixed Use Project-Retail,Services,Hotel,Dining,
Office Flex Space/Light Industrial
• Ama�i,m,marsoaaoas�nareraatorbua3ine
ingxo
5iggnniI np.y lera than 2A00,000 square feet permi[icd lender
exhtning ry
• Phase l-Bur-ee's irarelCenter�Red Areaon Master Pkan�;
tocamd adjaoenr w highway and In the Interim o[the sire
fi0luelfngswtians;i20 handles '''
• Cvmmitmenttn at leastlO EV chargingstatinns �
Carwash �+
getall a—
• Plentlfuk and famously clean bathrooms
• Family-[riendlr
• Uniqueshoppping�xxpperienceindudinglvcal, v.,,.;•} -
NorthCarollnagoods 1 _
• Nvtrac[vr-ualers allowed
• homemade[resh Food ..
A.
VL&M6 MG
VNOERG ROLL N❑STORAGE TANK CO NSTRVCTI ON,INSTALLATION,MONITORING
R amE U
7
Each US r�.muUrlaytr
" AEeryjass/+esln double-walled _
-- cunstarctWn. r.•
' rd?=' kda M,v neuNf.wtr.m !W^r - �-
eyLG!=• rw.fin tlu1l�xM l,rN N !7-- Zak
rw7•.e�il.mr�e x�iamtry - m
e11,Iti rmrnrr�� dueRAVgx weaxur
38
FUEL DELIVERY SYSTEMS AND STORMWATERRUAUTY MEASURES
wee oeuualr s*srem smart iwn ounvuu sEarrtatvrt
AJI pcoftaP piping 54-bl—akdand lat4dual rp ilGnnH9Rr Ali in fi¢dv�uta are
e4alAPed•ad.[111�Nete Sepen�r sy[ems
Space n probe•rnanrtwad. ,.,..,�.,.�.w„m.m,,...,d.�.•..ww...
HUC-EE^5 E�1ROtiMEk7Al AE3PGHS�BILRs`-
'�,� %b,.a..d�,�.�, 6 wia.«..«ery.Kwx
.w.erra«.r.....s.i.
v+�..•aw sm d..rd�.L..
1'j-I�J-
y
— W.
aria
1
Mixed Use Project-Retail,Services, Hotel,Dining,
Office Flex Space/Light Industrial
Phase III
• Neighborhood service and retail shops,-
Full service,sit-down restaurants;
Hotel with nq more than 120 ropm5;
• Offices and financial services;
• Medical uses;
• Select light manufacturing uses
• Utilities and telecammunicativnsuses
39
• development area adjacent to railroad for transit facility amenity
(Development Parcel b-purple area)
- Open space area-23±acres surrounding environmentally
sensitive areas(green areas)
• Provision of an area for utility infrastructure including a likely
watertower(light blue area}
Opportunity for broadbanditelecommunication equipmentto
be co-located cm watertowerto improve service in
community
Economic Development Benefits
175+full-time,good fobs �c Efi5 ,
Buc-ee's pays a living wage plus benefits APPLY
Low barrier to entry NOW!.
WYMI ae-gym
Hard work is required
:STAMs1+sian.r.
Office,medical,manufacturing,hospitality jobs a an.W..xw.A.
.3114.M.Y.rnlen
• Ad valorem and sales taxes �,�,
Phase I-in excess of$1,000,000 "IN
At full build out,in excess of$2,000,000
• Hotel,retail and more restaurants choices forvisitors to the
nearby soccerfacility who currently have to stay in Alamance
Cou my
Landscaping and Open Space
�s
40
Open Space
• A minimum of 40 acres of open space,38%of the site as
compared to a requirement of 30%of the site
23t acres clustered around environmentally sensitive areas
5tormwaterdevices will be located on 2-1±
Walking paths are also proposed lgray lines}
Landscape Buffers - North
• 40-foot-wide planted buffer with a fence on the Efland Station
side of the buffer
Open space,stormwate r device and protected environmentally
sensitive areas provides additional separation at certain locations
Landscape Buffers— Highway—South
• Buffering of varying widths consistentwith Major
Transportation CorridorjIVITC)requirements
Red area is 100', area is 40', is 200'
• Existing NCIDOT light pales in this area}0',100',107`and 120'
q; ` .-... .... -
41
Proposed Zoning Has More Benefits
Than Existing Zoning
• Under existing O/RM,office,light industrial,limited retail use are
permitted with an administrative review process{without further
corn m unity input�
• Master Plan process allows more detailed Commitment$on:
Perrin ittedland uses
*Open space
*Shared stormwater
Comprehensive traffic management
Maximum building area
Minimizes overall land disturbance
Development Under Existing Zoning
OrRM-Zoned Mattress Manufacturing Facility
Development Under Existing Zoning
O/RM-Zoned ABB Facility
-. �.
Y�-
H
A
42
■
Transportation Improvements
Conservative Assurnptions
■ Trip generation based on data from 9 active Buc-ee's sites
■ Pius 10%
■ Peak hour factor(plus 11%)
■ Longer queuing assumptions
Clarffications
. 120 fueling positions,not pumps
■ Trips—not cars
■ Majority of trips already on the netwoA
■ Impact of trips when assigned tothe network
VIt a,
k =.--
kk
ti
acts sac - ]
rrrsve'aaa�r
_ =W_
11 _�
43
- _ { 7
+ - Ae .
L.
L4
4MI&6 --
I
dkdm
a.
;+ rx
r&m F ;
44
Why Close Exit 164?
- Ramp configuration is a substandard design
- Insufficient distance for merging/weaving traffic
• Compounded by speed of traffic interactions
■As volumes increase,capacity and safety problems will worsen
- Limited gaps and high speeds
Not just due to 6uc-ee's
o Other less intense developments
o Ambient background growth
°•Fi i ''
1
NN.Ll a
ravettine from 140M Exit 151 Ramp Glrosgh Sewioe Road
kltWlling Rd Intersection lincwiv May ataignals)
Uistng Route 7iswal Timm=70.85 sec.
FutureRoATravelTme=l255.1S5ser~
Increase in Travel Tim=55-100 see.
IV
45
Benefits of Closing Westbound Exit 160
• Eliminates high-speed conflicts
• Meters traffic flow to create gaps
• Moves high-speed conflicts to a 1pw-speed,I ow-risk environment
■We have examined other suggested options,but this is the only
one that addresses NCOOT concerns.
•Addresses the issue before safety problems arise
•The proposed improvements not only mitigate site traffic impact,
but provide fora longer term capacity and safety solution for the
area residents and commuters.
• Improvement made at the developer's expense
Fubiic Benefits of Efland Station
• Development in accordance with Comprehensive Plan in an area served
by utiiitieswith direct access to busy highways and rail lines
• updates to outmoded highway interchange paid for by developer
rather than taxpayers
• Reservation of an area for a transit amenity plus provision for bus stops
within the active project area
More open space and less building area than existing zoning
• 175+good jabs in Efland IPhase I alonel
• Merchandizing opportunity for local artists,craftsmen and
entrepreneurs
• Ad valorem and sales tax revenue to county in excess of$2,000,000 at
build out
Thank you. Any questions?
Beth Trahos
beth.trahos@)nelsonmullins.com
GLENLAKE ONE I SUITE 200
4140 PARKLAKEAVENUE I RALEIGH, NC 27612
T 919.329.3884 F 919.329.3799
i�r
46
Craig Benedict resumed the Staff PowerPoint presentation:
CONDITIONS: 11
• Conditions contained in Attachment 9 of agenda
packet;
STAFF COMMENT: Approval does not guarantee
roadway modifications. Proposed closure of Exit
160/development of driveways onto on/off ramp,have to
go through State and Federal Process separate from
County Action.
• Dimensional Standards:
➢Building square footage limited to 500,000 sq.ft.
STAFF COMMENT: O/RM zoning allows 1,900,000 sq.ft.
➢Minimum Open Space: 40 acres(38%of parcels);
• Site Plan Review expanded to require City of Mebane,
Orange-Alamance Water System, Efland Fire
Department staff to review as well ORANGE COUNTY
CONDITIONS(continued):
Access/Transportation:
➢ Roadway developed in phases:
❖Phase 1: Driveways onto Interstate on/off ramp,Access to
US Highway 70/Interstate 85 Connector Road,
Reconfiguration of Exits 160 and 161 (includes installation
of signals)
❖Phase 2:Driveway access onto Mt.Willing Road.
➢ Internal roadways privately maintained;
➢ External Roadway work completed before development
of structure/land use complete-Has to be consistent with
TIA and NC DOT permit(s).
➢ Final roadway layout approved by staff including Fire
Marshal;
➢ Driveway permits will be required from NC DOTS
ORANGE COUNTY
CONDITIONS(continued):
• Parking—Consistent with UDO;
• Lighting—Consistent with UDO;
➢Existing lighting of area by NC DOT is not'regulated'as
part of this project.
• Utilities: Utility providers indicate they can serve Project.
➢Sewer: Consistent with agreement between the County
and Mebane;
➢Water: Orange-Alamance Water System(OAWS)
• Architectural Design:
➢Applicant has proposed list of acceptable/prohibited
materials
ORANe GEcS NNTY
CONDITIONS (continued): °
• Land Uses:
➢Majority of proposed land uses consistent with current
zoning designation(i.e.most used are already permitted);
:•'Travel Center'(i.e.motor vehicle service station)only use
not permitted under existing zoning;
➢Application package includes list of prohibited land uses.
• Landscaping:
➢Major Transportation Corridor (MTC) buffer along southern
property line/Interstate-Exceeds UDO requirements.
➢40 ft.buffer along all other common property lines(north,west
adjacent to Mt.Willing Road,east adjacent to US Highway/
1-85 Connector road);
➢Stream buffers consistent with UDO;
➢ Internal parking lot will be landscaped. —
ORANGE COUNTY
47
CONDITIONS(continued):
Signage:
• Total cumulative proposed sign
area ranges from 2,800 to 3,600
sq.ft.
STAFF COMMENT:
Development of the 2
parcels with multiple
individual properties or
tenants could yield
cumulative allowable signs
area of 3,200 sq.ft.per
UDO.
• One 80 ft.tall freestanding sign
proposed for Travel Center;
• Will display'Efland,NC' _—
• Staff looking for guidance on sign ORANGE COUNTY
program from BOCC �oarkor�N„
CONDITIONS (continued):
• Incorporation of electronic vehicle (EV) charging
stations;
• Allowance for roof/ground mounted solar;
• Adherence to LEED building design standards
where possible.
Staff seeking direction from BOCC on imposition of
Stormwater and Access Management condition(s)
detailed in December 15,2020 abstract.
ORAN E COUNTY
PLANNING BOARD RECOMMENDAITON: ••°•�<
• Board reviewed item at its November 4, 2020
regular meeting;
• Recommended imposition of conditions
➢Board members expressed concern over Traffic
improvements and urged staff to work with DOT to
address community concerns where feasible.
• Recommended approval—unanimous vote;
ORANGE COUNTY
STAFF ANALYSIS/RECOMMENDATION: ••°•H
• Application is complete;
• Land Uses consistent with anticipated development
intensities per the Comprehensive Plan and Efland-
Mebane Small Area Plan;
• Initial environmental analysis indicates Project will
not have adverse impacts
STAFF COMMENT: additional environmental review
will be required with formal site plan submittals.
• Local utility providers(City of Mebane and Orange-
Alamance)indicate they can provide service.
• Request feedback on conditions associated with
stormwater and access management.
ORANGECOUNTY
48
BOCC Action:
Manager recommends BOCC:
1. Receive request and conduct public hearing;
2. Provide direction on conditions consistent with Section
2.9.2(F)(3)of the UDO;
3. Close the public hearing(if all public comments heard);
4. Authorize acceptance of written comment(s);
5. Schedule vote to take action on:
a.Attachment 8 Statement of Consistency and
b.Attachment 9-Ordinance approving atlas amendment and
imposing conditions
at future BOCC meeting(no additional public comments
shall be heard at this future meeting).
For more information or questions on this proposal. _
Michael Harvey,Current Planning Supervisor 03,=,N;E C.JNTY
mharvevC@,omngecountvnc.gov or(919)245-2597
Commissioner Fowler referred to the pictures of road changes and the removal of an
exit, and said she saw what looked like road removal to the south of this area.
Earl Lewellyn said this is the removal of existing medians to provide direct access across
the interchange ramps, which is typical to do. He said it provides better alignment of the lanes.
He said more details would be present in the full engineering design.
Commissioner Fowler referred to Johnston Road, and asked if the entrance could line up
with this. She said it also seems that Johnston Road will now only be able to turn right, and
asked if there is a plan to be able to turn left from Johnston.
Earl Lewellyn said this offsetting it to allow more storage for left turning vehicles to turn
into the site. He said DOT recommended this course of action. He said traffic from Johnston
would make a U-turn at the site entrance.
Craig Benedict said one of the first proposals was straight through for Ben Johnston
Road, but this would have gone into an environmental area on the site itself. He said moving
the entrance avoided this problem.
Chair Price referred to the traffic impact analysis being reviewed by the Town, and asked
which Town this was.
Earl Lewellyn said he misspoke, and should have said County staff reviewed it.
Chair Price asked if Hillsborough has reviewed this item.
Craig Benedict said no, Hillsborough had not received this presentation.
A motion was made by Commissioner McKee, seconded by Commissioner Dorosin to
open the public hearing.
Roll call ensued
VOTE: UNANIMOUS
PUBLIC COMMENTS:
Lowrie Beacham said he and his wife moved to Efland 16 years ago. He said they are
highly invested in the local community. He said he strongly opposes the proposed 120 pump
Buc-ee's development. He said this is a Texas company with no ties to North Carolina. He said
there is no reported benefit, other than taxes, but even those are minimal. He said there is no
net gain to the community. He said this huge undertaking with take a toll on the community, and
it should not be allowed.
Dr. Ann Talton said she has lived in Cedar Grove for 25 years, and voiced her strong
opposition to the proposed Buc-ee's development. She said there will be increased traffic,
restricted access, elimination of exit 160, and many fuel tanks with the potential for severely
negative impacts on the environment. She said the entire region will have the potential to be
49
changed. She said the negatives immediately outweigh any possible benefits. She urged the
Board to say no.
Dr. Catherine Matthews said she has lived in Efland for over 20 years, and commuted to
Greensboro where she taught at UNCG. She said her area of focus is environmental science.
She said the proposed Buc-ee's development is garish and is unwanted by Efland residents.
She said a local news story ran earlier today, and a Commissioner mentioned there are always
some who will want "blue skies and butterflies". She said surely everyone would prefer blue
skies and butterflies over the mega development of Buc-ee's. She said Buc-ee's defies
everything for which Orange County stands. She said Efland and the County needs real jobs
and revenue that fit into the County's culture. She said the entire Board is welcome to her
property to see the beauty of Efland. She urged the Board to vote no.
Anthony Weston said he is a member of Common Ground Eco Village. He said he is
opposed to the Buc-ee's proposal. He said no real data has been presented to show the
benefits of such a project, and any jobs that may be created are not of a high level. He said this
proposal has awakened the community to the potential ways this land could be used, and there
may be some transformative ways it could be done. He said the country is moving towards
renewable energy, not more fossil fuels. He suggested creating a special commission to
explore ways to use Efland Station, and recommended a farm incubator to revitalize the area's
farming.
Tom Mullaney said he worked for years at Gravelly Hill Middle School, and used exit 160
many times, and never faced any traffic or concerns. He said this exit only becomes a problem
when a project such as Buc-ee's is allowed. He said this project will have negative impacts on
local businesses. He highlighted concerns about Buc-ee's as an employer, including poor
treatment of employees and failure to insure proper Covid protocols.
Jennifer Landstrom said she lives in Efland, and has previously lived in Texas. She said
she and her family have visited Buc-ee's many times, and find them to be very nice. She said
she teaches locally and would welcome a Buc-ee's development. She said Buc-ee's are clean,
well run, with wonderful food options. She said it is a unique experience to go to Buc-ee's and
she and her family would travel 30 minutes in Texas to visit.
Paul Voss said he is concerned about the proposed Buc-ee's development, and lives
near the heart of Efland. He said he moved to NC after a career as an economic development
specialist in Wisconsin. He said he worked with many small communities during his career, and
he is grateful to have never had to work on a project such as this Buc-ee's proposal. He said
big companies make a lot of promises, but they often fail to deliver. He said this proposal has
no positive value added, and it makes no sense to him. He urged the Board to say no to this
project. He said it is backwards looking.
Aimee Tattersall said she lives near Efland, and opposes this zoning change. She said
the zoning change would give all control to the Developer as to what is built in this area in phase
2. She said Orange County has always been committed to the environment, and as recent as
2017 made a commitment to fully move to clean energy by 2050. She said the Buc-ee's
proposal is a clear move in the wrong direction. She said Buc-ee's will make Orange County a
breaker of its promises.
Patricia O'Connor said she is a nurse who lives in Mebane, about 3 miles from the
proposed Buc-ee's site. She said she is strongly opposed to this project, and his very
concerned about the negative impacts on the environment. She said there will be damage to
the water systems, and endangered species wiped out. She said the County must uphold the
Efland Mebane small area plan, the Unified Development Ordinance (UDO), and the Paris
Climate Agreement. She said the County formed a Climate Council, and asked if this group has
been consulted on this project. She said Buc-ee's will invite so many cars into the County. She
said the size of this project is simply an example of excess, and should be denied.
50
Gregory Parker said he is opposed to the Buc-ee's project, and cannot understand why
it is even being considered. He said all the negatives immediately outweigh any possible
benefits. He said this area is rich with small businesses, art and nature, and he urged the Board
to oppose this project.
Laurie Wolfe said she has lived in Efland for 14 years, and moved here for the
countryside. She said she is not opposed to development, but is strongly opposed to Buc-ee's.
She said such a project would ruin the County's reputation, and it would only be known for this
garish gas station. She said there will be significant traffic impacts on this small town. She
urged the Board to visit the area, and see how negative such a development would be. She
urged the Board to vote no to Buc-ee's and to build anything else.
Sam Gharbo said he moved to the area in 2007. He said the land of Efland Station will
be sold, and while he is not thrilled about Buc-ee's, he does want to see some economic
growth. He said the negative impacts will not be that great, and there are possibilities to
consider. He said the land could be developed with something much worse, and he can learn to
live with Buc-ee's. He said he would like to see other retail and dining added to this land, so
that residents can spend money in Orange County, as opposed to leaving to go to other
counties.
Holly Fraccaro said she lives in Mebane, and has been waiting for this land to be
developed. She said she is in support of the Buc-ee's project, and is most excited about the
jobs it will provide. She said the property and sales tax revenue will also be a huge boost to the
community. She said traffic is already having issues, and she would encourage her neighbors
to fight for the completion of the route 70 connector. She said Buc-ee's does not allow tractor-
trailers, and she is in favor of this project.
John Dempsey said he lives in Hillsborough, and is opposed to the proposed Buc-ee's
development. He said the County has committed to the environment and this project would go
against that commitment. He said a gas station this large will bring light, noise, and traffic
pollution. He said the protected watershed in the area will be adversely affected. He echoed
comments of previous speakers, and urged the Board to deny the rezoning request.
Robin Taylor-Hall said she has been marketing this property, and others in the area,
since 2005. She said she was asked to join the Efland Small Area Plan. She said Orange
County has over 27,000 acres of land on which taxes are not collected. She said Buc-ee's
promises to bring $2 million in tax revenue, along with jobs for ordinary working class citizens.
She said tax revenue will lower taxes for residents. She said she sells residential real estate
and people are continuing to move to other counties, as Orange County is no affordable. She
said it becomes more affordable by increasing the commercial tax base.
Leo Allison said he is a long term resident of Efland, and he supports the proposed Buc-
ee's project. He said this area of land needs to be developed, as it has access to water and
sewer, and will provide jobs, tax revenue and relief. He said such a project allows the area to
be more affordable. He said Efland has no resources, and residents must leave town for all
needs, and he hopes this project will bring more services to the area in the future. He said the
community needs to take advantage of this opportunity, as such projects do not come along
often. He said there will be issues that need to be addressed, but every project will bring
issues, and they simply need to be worked through. He urged the Board to support this project.
Sara Moore said she is a teacher in Durham, and lives in Orange County. She said the
BOCC has made commitments to the environment and economic development that is sensible
for the County's culture. She said the proposed Buc-ee's will go against both of these
commitments, and will bring low-level jobs in a building that sells trinkets from China. She said
the negative impacts on the environment are very concerning, and would steer Orange County
in the wrong direction. She said she is opposed to the project, and urged the BOCC to vote no.
51
Erin Mullaney said she is buying a home in Hillsborough in 2021, and hopes to raise her
family and retire there. She said she is a foster parent, and is opposed to the Buc-ee's project,
especially due to the potential negative effects on the local water source. She said this project
seems an example of valuing a dollar over residents' health. She said environmental studies
have not been conducted, and urged the Board to look closely and do extensive study on the
impacts prior to approving anything.
Scott Buechler said he lives in the area of the proposed Buc-ee's site, and he is opposed
to its development. He said he understands that development is necessary, but it must be done
in a way that protects the environment and community character. He said the Buc-ee's site is in
violation of the Efland community, and would be a step backward. He said a business based on
fossil fuels is not looking to the future. He said Buc-ee's may pay higher than the average
wage, but it will offer dead end jobs with little satisfaction. He urged the Board to deny the
proposal.
Lydia Pepin said she was born and raised in Efland, and is opposed to the proposed
Buc-ee's development. She said economic development is needed, but the Buc-ee's is not the
best option. She said the world is moving away from fossil fuels, and no one will want to move
to the area and live near a massive gas station. She said there will be increased traffic for all
residents, and she is greatly concerned about the negative environmental impacts. She urged
the Board to vote no.
A motion was made by Commissioner Dorosin, seconded by Commissioner Fowler to
recess the public hearing and continue it to January 5, 2021.
Commissioner Greene said there are many people with environmental concerns about
this project, and the Department of Environment, Agriculture, Parks and Recreation (DEAPR)
has looked at this project quite closely. She suggested sending the project to the Commission
for the Environment (CfE), for its input, prior to the January 19, 2021 BOCC Business Meeting.
She said this would allow another set of eyes to be on the project.
Chair Price asked if the CfE will be meeting prior to January 19.
Bonnie Hammersley said yes, the CfE is meeting on January 11, and staff has already
asked the CfE to review the plans for this development at that time. She said the CfE will have
comments ready for the Board's January 19 meeting.
Roll call ensued
VOTE: UNANIMOUS
Chair Price said the remaining public speakers will be divided over the meetings on
January 5 and 12, and asked staff to notify the speakers of the date to which they are assigned.
6. Regular Agenda
None
7. Reports
None
8. Consent Agenda
• Removal of Any Items from Consent Agenda
None
52
• Approval of Remaining Consent Agenda
• Discussion and Approval of the Items Removed from the Consent Agenda
a. Minutes
None
b. Second Reading: Emergency Services Franchise by Ordinance Priority Care
Ambulance
The Board approved the granting of a franchise by ordinance to Priority Care Ambulance Inc.
(Priority Care) and the Franchise Agreement under which they will operate, for a five year term,
and authorize the Chair to sign. The Board approved this item on First Reading at the
December 7, 2020 Business meeting.
c. Second Reading: Emergency Services Franchise by Ordinance UNC Campus EMS
The Board approved the granting of a franchise by ordinance to UNC Campus EMS and the
Franchise Agreement under which they will operate, for a five year term, and authorize the
Chair to sign. The Board approved this item on First Reading at the December 7, 2020 Business
meeting.
d. Acceptance of N.C. Land and Water Fund Grant— Draper Savage Foundation
The Board accepted a grant from the North Carolina Land and Water Fund toward acquisition of
a conservation easement on lands owned by the Draper Savage Memorial Foundation
(Moorefields).
e. Fiscal Year 2020-21 Budget Amendment#5
The Board approved the budget, grant and capital project ordinance amendments for fiscal year
2020-21.
f. Approval of Financing Arrangement for Efland Volunteer Fire Company, Inc. To
Purchase a Fire Engine Truck
The Board approved Efland Volunteer Fire Company, Inc. entering into a financing arrangement
to purchase a fire engine truck and authorize the Board of County Commissioners' Chair to sign
the appropriate documents related to the financing agreement.
g. Schools Adequate Public Facilities Ordinance (SAPFO) — Approval of Membership
and Capacity Numbers
The Board approved the November 13, 2020 membership and capacity numbers for both school
districts (Orange County and Chapel Hill Carrboro City Schools) which will be used in
developing 10-year student membership projections and the 2021 SAPFO Technical Advisory
Committee (SAPFOTAC) Report.
h. Construction Bid Award for Office Upfit—Whitted Building
The Board awarded a bid to C.T. Wilson Construction Company, Durham, North Carolina in the
amount of $975,000 for the renovation of spaces in the Whitted Human Services Center
Complex to create several office suites, and authorize the County Manager to sign the
construction agreement.
i. Construction Bid Award for the Orange County Visitors Bureau
The Board awarded a bid to Racanelli Construction South, Inc. of Apex NC in the amount of
$268,370 for the Orange County Visitors Bureau renovation, and authorize the County Manager
to sign the construction agreement.
j. Approval of a Resolution Authorizing a Revision in the Resolution Adopted June 18,
2019 Which Authorized the Orange County FY 2019-2020 HOME Program Desiqn
The Board approved a resolution authorizing a revision in the resolution adopted June 18, 2019
which authorized the Orange County FY 2019-2020 HOME Program Design, and authorize the
Chair to sign the revised resolution.
53
k. Change in BOCC Meeting Schedule for 2021
The Board approved changes to the Board of Commissioners' meeting calendar for 2021.
I. Appointment of the Clerk to the Board
The Board approved an employment agreement and appoint Laura Jensen Clerk to the Board
of County Commissioners.
m. Approval of Boards and Commissions Assignments
The Board approved the 2021 Boards and Commissions assignments for members of the Board
of Commissioners based on selections made by Board members at the December 7, 2020
Business meeting.
A motion was made by Commissioner Greene, seconded by Commissioner McKee to
approve the consent agenda.
Roll call ensued
VOTE: UNANMIOUS
9. County Manager's Report
Bonnie Hammersley said the consent agenda included a budget amendment, and the
CARES act funds have been distributed through many budget amendments. She said these
$5.5 million need to be expended by December 31, and this will happen. She said $2.3 million
has gone to the Towns, which was reissued back to the County to help with housing. She said
these funds were needed, and helped County residents greatly.
Bonnie Hammersley said there is an information item about the Buckhorn Area Plan,
and County staff is in touch with Mebane Staff. She said there will be a report after the Board
has concluded the Efland Station matter.
Commissioner Greene said there is concern about the lack of involvement by the
BOCC in the Buckhorn Area Plan. She said it must be a priority to meet with the Mebane City
Council, and echoed Chair Price's desire to make this happen.
10. County Attorney's Report
John Roberts said a non-discrimination ordinance will be an agenda item at the January
19 Business Meeting. He said an organization called NC Values Coalition is seeking support
from the General Assembly to squash efforts of local governments regarding non-discrimination.
He said he has heard from this organization, and will forward the information to the BOCC
11. * Appointments
None
12. Information Items
• December 7, 2020 BOCC Meeting Follow-Up Action List
• Memorandum regarding Buckhorn Area Plan and next steps
• Memorandum regarding update on first round of applications for the Orange County
Community Climate Action Grant
13. Closed Session
None
54
14. Adjournment
A motion was made by Commissioner McKee, seconded by Commissioner Fowler to
adjourn the meeting at 10:51 p.m.
Roll call ensued
VOTE: UNANMIOUS
Renee Price, Chair
Recorded by Allen Coleman, Assistant Deputy Clerk II and
Gregory A. Wilder, Interim Clerk to the Board
Submitted for Approval by Laura Jensen, Clerk to the Board