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HomeMy WebLinkAboutAgenda - 03-11-2025; 1 - Boards and Commissions – Annual Work Plan Summaries 1 ORANGE COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS ACTION AGENDA ITEM ABSTRACT Meeting Date: March 11, 2025 Action Agenda Item No. 1 SUBJECT: Boards and Commissions — Annual Work Plan Summaries DEPARTMENT: Board of Commissioners ATTACHMENT(S): INFORMATION CONTACT: Annual Work Plan Summaries Clerk's Office, 919-245-2130 PURPOSE: To receive brief presentations from representatives from the second group of County boards and commissions on their annual work plans and provide feedback and/or direction. BACKGROUND: Each year the Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) requests that internal boards and commissions complete reports on the activities each board has conducted over the past year and a plan for future activities consistent with the goals and objectives of the BOCC. The Chairs or other board representatives make presentations to the BOCC to share the information in their written report. The first group of work plan presentations occured at the February 11, 2025 work session. Boards and commissions presenting at this meeting: Board Name Representative(s) Presenting Alcoholic Beverage Control Board Judson Williamson Economic Development Advisory Board Kristen Smith Young Chapel Hill/Orange County Visitors Bureau Advisory Board D.R. Bryan Arts Commission Denise Duffy Advisory Board on Aging Ann Bradford Adult Care Home and Nursing Home Community Jacqulyn Podger and Advisory Committee Shade Little Board of Health Dr. Alison Stuebe Orange County Board of Adjustment Leon Meyers Orange County Planning Board Lamar Proctor FINANCIAL IMPACT: There is no financial impact associated with this item. ALIGNMENT WITH STRATEGIC PLAN: There are no Orange County Strategic Plan Goals applicable to this item. RECOMMENDATION(S): The Manager recommends the Board review the annual work plan summaries from boards and commissions and provide feedback and/or direction. 2 ORANGE COUNTY BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS ANNUAL REPORT/ WORK PLAN Board/Commission Name: Orange County ABC Board Report Period: January 2025-December 2025 The Board of Commissioners appreciates the dedication of all the volunteers on their boards and commissions and welcomes input from various boards and commissions throughout the year. Please complete the following information, limited to the front and back of this form. Other background materials may be provided as a supplement to, but not as a substitute for, this form. Person to address the BOCC and contact information: General Manager Tony DuBois and Judson Williamson Board Chair Primary County Staff Contact Person: Board Liaison Changes Yearly otherwise Tara May How many times per month does this board/commission meet, including any special meetings and sub-committee meetings? 10 Times per year monthly except for July and December. Brief Statement of Board/Commission's Assigned Charge and Responsibilities. The Orange County ABC Board is a political subdivision of the state and operated as an independent government agency inside Orange County. The Mission of the Orange County ABC Board and our employees is to serve our locality responsibly by controlling the sale of spirituous liquor, returning profits to Law Enforcement, Alcohol Education, and the County Fund while providing excellent service in customer friendly, modern and efficient stores What are your Board/Commission's most important accomplishments? In the current fiscal year, a distribution of $840,000 is being made to the Orange County General fund. The board funded the local Alcohol Law Enforcement agencies $184,000. The board also granted community Alcohol Education and Rehabilitation funds to schools and local community organizations are $291,000. The distributions from the board for fiscal year 2024-25 total $1,315,000. 3 List of Specific Tasks, Events, or Functions Performed or Sponsored Annually. We partner with local agencies by providing grants for work done in the community for alcohol education, rehabilitation and underage drinking prevention in the amounts listed below. Grow Your World $ 4,000 Reentry House $ 20,000 Carpe Diem $ 20,000 Chapel Hill-Carrboro city Schools $ 25,000 Freedom House-Orange Partnership $ 25,000 EI Centro Hispano $ 27,000 Campus & Community Collaborative $ 31,500 Orange County Drug Court $ 33,500 Orange County Schools $ 35,000 Boomerang Youth $ 35,000 EI Futuro $ 35,000 Total Alcohol Education and Rehabilitation $291,000 Describe this board/commission's activities/accomplishments in carrying out BOCC goals)/priorities, if applicable. The Orange County ABC board provides funds to local law enforcement as listed below to help keep Orange County a great place to live, work and get an education. Hillsborough Police Department $ 14,000 Carrboro Police Department $ 20,000 Chapel Hill Police Department $ 40,000 Orange County Sheriff's Department $110,000 Total Alcohol Law Enforcement $184,000 Describe the collaboration relationship(s) this particular board has with other advisory boards and commissions? NA Identify any activities this board/commission expects to carry out in 2024 as they relate to established BOCC goals and priorities. If applicable, is there a fiscal impact (i.e., funding, staff time, other resources) associated with these proposed activities (please list). No fiscal impact as we are self-funded. We are a living wage employer What are the concerns or emerging issues your board has identified for the upcoming year that it plans to address, or wishes to bring to the Commissioners' attention? NA 4 ORANGE COUNTY BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS ANNUAL REPORT/ WORK PLAN Board/Commission Name: Economic Development Advisory Board Report Period: January 2024-December 2024 The Board of Commissioners appreciates the dedication of all the volunteers on their boards and commissions and welcomes input from various boards and commissions throughout the year. Please complete the following information, limited to the front and back of this form. Other background materials may be provided as a supplement to, but not as a substitute for, this form. Person to address the BOCC and contact Information: Kristen Smith Young (Chair) Dir. Of Communications UNC School of Data Science and Society Phone (919) 843-1705 kristen unc.edu Elise Tyler (Vice-Chair) General Manager/Part-Owner— The Colonial Inn Phone (919) 962-9245 eiise0coloniallnn-nc.com Primary County Staff Contact Person: Steve Brantley, Director Orange County Economic Development Work Tel # (919) 245-2326 sbrantleyCa)orangecountync.gov Amanda Garner, Assistant Director Orange County Economic Development Work Tel # (919) 245-2330 agarner(q_)_orangecountync.gov How many times per month does this board/commission meet, including any special meetings and sub-committee meetings? • For 2024, six (6) meeting dates took place: January 9th, March 12th, May 14tH July 9th, September 10th and November 12th. 5 • The Orange County Small Business Grant subcommittee, comprised of 5 members of the full advisory board, met three times throughout 2024 to review and score all business grant applications that were received during the year. Those meeting dates occur following the grant application deadlines of December 31, 2023, March 30, 2024 and September 30, 2024. The program did not have funding left for a June 30, 2024 cycle. Five members will continue to serve on the small business grant subcommittee in 2025. • One member of the advisory board also participated in 2024 for reviews of local farmers' and food producers'Agriculture Grant applications that were submitted to the Orange County Agriculture Grant program. One member will continue to serve on the agriculture grant subcommittee in 2025. Brief Statement of Board/Commission's Assigned Charge and Responsibilities. • The Advisory Board works closely with Orange County's Economic Development staff and other economic development partners in Orange County to help market Orange County as a desirable and competitive location for the recruitment & retention of small business ventures, to include agriculture and food processer ventures, the Piedmont Food Processing Center, the Breeze Farm Incubator Program., and the promotion of new & expanding capital investment for non- residential (retail, commercial, light manufacturing and distribution/logistics) business prospects which make a meaningful impact to creating new employment opportunities, and diversify the tax base. • The Advisory Board supports the growth and recruitment of agricultural and food processing systems local businesses, the promotion of entrepreneurial talent via the "LAUNCH" high-tech incubator facility in Chapel Hill, the Piedmont Food & Agriculture Processing facility (PFAP) in Hillsborough, and through the expansion of new, high-technology employment opportunities. What are your Board/Commission's most important accomplishments? • Several Advisory Board Members met individually with some members of the Orange County Board of Commissioners to discuss economic development needs and objectives. The plan is to continue to have a direct dialog periodically throughout each year. • In 2024 the Advisory Board's subcommittee reviewed many small business grant applications that were submitted by Orange County residents for the "Small Business Grant Program", and approved 31 small business grant awards, totaling $149,245.00 for the yea . 6 • In 2024 the Advisory Board also assisted in the "Agriculture Economic Development Grant Program" to receive and review applications, approving 17 grant awards totaling $135,173.00 in support of Orange County's small farmers and food processors for the year. • Economic Development used budgeted advertising funds towards two Ad Campaigns starting that began in 2023 and carried through June 2024 with Triangle Digital Partners (Chapel Hill Magazine) and WCHL who highlighted multiple grant recipients and advertised the Business Investment and Agriculture Grant Programs through live radio interviews, various commercials, and Social Media Posts. List of Specific Tasks, Events, or Functions Performed or Sponsored Annually. • The Advisory Board meets quarterly to review, score, and consider all applications submitted by Orange County small businesses and Agricultural ventures to the Orange County Small Business Investment Grant program, and the Orange County Agriculture Grant program. Describe this board/commission's activities/accomplishments in carrying out BOCC goal(s)/priorities, if applicable. • Advisory Board members assist Orange County with the regular review of the many small business loan & grant applications, and agriculture/food processing firms' grant applications, that are submitted to the County throughout the year. This is a valuable service that promotes the growth of Orange County's local economy, and directly helps fulfill the Orange County Board of Commissioners' strategic goal under the Diverse and Vibrant Economy section of the Countywide Strategic Plan to "Foster an environment that attracts and retains sustainable and diverse businesses and visitors, employment opportunities and diversifies our tax base." Describe the collaboration relationship(s) this particular board has with other advisory boards and commissions? • One (1) member of the Economic Development Advisory Board, who serves as the representative of the hotel/hospitality sector seat, also sits as a liaison on the Orange County Visitors Bureau's advisory board. • One (1) additional member of the Economic Development Advisory Board, who also serves as the representative on the Agriculture Preservation Board, and who participates in the County's administration of the Orange County Agriculture 7 Grant program. Identify any activities this board/commission expects to carry out in 2025 as they relate to established BOCC goals and priorities. If applicable, is there a fiscal impact (i.e., funding, staff time, other resources) associated with these proposed activities (please list). • The advisory board will play a key role working with the Economic Development Department and an outside consultant to develop a department Strategic Plan throughout 2025. • Promote the attraction of environmentally clean, light manufacturing, distribution, corporate headquarters, commercial and retail businesses, and the required County infrastructure (zoning and utility services) that is needed to support these investments. What are the concerns or emerging issues your board has identified for the upcoming year that it plans to address, or wishes to bring to the Commissioners' attention? • A desire for our advisory board members to occasionally meet with BOCC representatives in order to voice our Advisory Board's thoughts and concerns, and for the Commissioners to be aware of our advisory board's role and contribution to serve the County. • The board would like to provide input to the planning department and planning board on the County's Land Use Plan 2050. 8 ORANGE COUNTY BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS ANNUAL REPORT/ WORK PLAN Board/Commission Name: Chapel Hill/Orange County Visitors Bureau Advisory Board *Note: Requesting March meeting time slot Report Period: January 2024-December 2024 The Board of Commissioners appreciates the dedication of all the volunteers on their boards and commissions and welcomes input from various boards and commissions throughout the year. Please complete the following information, limited to the front and back of this form. Other background materials may be provided as a supplement to, but not as a substitute for, this form. Person to address the BOCC and contact information: D.R. Bryan, Vice Chair, Bryan Properties, drbC@.bpropnc.com (919) 880-1478 Primary County Staff Contact Person: Ipaolicelli@visitchapelhill.org (919) 259-1658 How many times per month does this board/commission meet, including any special meetings and sub-committee meetings? Monthly, excluding July and December, for 1.5 hours each month. 10 meetings per year. Brief Statement of Board/Commission's Assigned Charge and Responsibilities. The mission of the Orange County Visitors Bureau is to develop and coordinate visitor services in Orange County and to implement marketing programs that will enhance the economic activity and quality of life in the community. What are your Board/Commission's most important accomplishments? • Orange County saw the highest increase in visitor spending out of all 100 North Carolina counties the prior year, 2023. • The nearly $267 million spent by visitors in Orange County in 2023 marked a 13% increase over the year before. • The Visitors Bureau serves to build and maintain the tourism industry in Orange County. • This year the Visitors Bureau increased focus on convention and business travelers through a national search engine marketing and communications program. 9 • Created a mini film festival online to encourage longer stays in Orange County. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_ECHaTaLS8E&list=PLi2tRNR_PLIudIXubgT gymGX5yNWvdlhd • Redesigned the website showcasing local tourism: Visit Chapel Hill. • Encouraged international and national fans to the Celtic vs. Manchester City game to come downtown by offering hospitality promotions and using a trolley service for seamless exploration. • Financed Sonark Music's promotion on North Carolina PBS stations, highlighting Orange County music and rural beauty. • Provided services to hundreds of business conferences including the 13th NC Bike Walk Transportation Summit. • Continue to market diversity to National Association of Black Meeting Professionals using the www.chapelhilldiversity.com website and joined the National Association of Black Journalists. List of Specific Tasks, Events, or Functions Performed or Sponsored Annually. • Operation of a Walk-In Visitors Center that operates Monday through Saturdays. • Fulfillment of visitor racks at RDU Airport and state Visitor Center. • Production of an annual Orange County Visitors Guide and digital information. • Sponsorship of Orange County events that increase tourism. • Sales outreach to meeting and conferences managers' events to Orange County. • Hosting of travel press to establish stories on Orange County. • Management of a travel and tourism digital strategy. • Production of BIPOC business directory that is sent to media: www.chapelhilldiversity.com • Ongoing Data Analysis of key performance measures. Describe this board/commission's activities/accomplishments in carrying out BOCC goal(s)/priorities, if applicable. Economic development: Tourists and travelers contribute to three high-priority goals of Orange County- the generation of income, employment, and cultural exchange. 10 Describe the collaboration relationship(s) this board has with other advisory boards and commissions? The board has a monthly exchange of information, content, ideas and strategies with multiple boards and commissions including the Hillsborough and Chapel Hill Chambers of Commerce; Downtown Chapel Hill Partnership; Carrboro Business Alliance; Hillsborough Arts Council; Orange County Arts Commission; UNC Media Relations; UNC Athletics; North Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Association; North Carolina Travel and Tourism Coalition; Black Meeting Professionals; Society of American Travel Writers; Public Relations Society of America; VisitNC tourism. Identify any activities this board/commission expects to carry out in 2025 as they relate to established BOCC goals and priorities. If applicable, is there a fiscal impact (i.e., funding, staff time, other resources) associated with these proposed activities (please list). Using a portion of Orange County's 3% hotel occupancy tax, The Orange County Visitor Bureau champions the interests of local businesses that drive $550 million in annual sales through food, apparel, lodging, and other visitor-supported industries. With 468 leisure and hospitality establishments employing over 7,500 individuals-18% of the county's workforce—the Visitor Bureau fosters economic growth, job creation, and community vitality, making Orange County a premier destination for visitors and residents alike. What are the concerns or emerging issues your board has identified for the upcoming year that it plans to address, or wishes to bring to the Commissioners' attention? Greater user of Al Travel has become one of the most popular use cases for Al that Google, Microsoft, and OpenAl like to point to in demos, and firms like Tripadvisor, Expedia, and Booking.com have started to launch AI-powered vacation-planning products too. The Visitors Bureau must recognize and support travelers use of Al when booking their trip to Orange County. Al agents can create itineraries, translate languages, book rooms, and provide restaurant suggestions. Our technology must be compatible with Al. Our public relations efforts repurpose local promotional materials on our website and in our news releases. 11 ORANGE COUNTY BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS ANNUAL REPORT/ WORK PLAN Board/Commission Name: Arts Commission Report Period: January 2024-December 2024 The Board of Commissioners appreciates the dedication of all the volunteers on their boards and commissions and welcomes input from various boards and commissions throughout the year. Please complete the following information, limited to the front and back of this form. Other background materials may be provided as a supplement to, but not as a substitute for, this form. Person to address the BOCC and contact information: Waiting to hear— will let you know ASAP Primary County Staff Contact Person: Katie Murray How many times per month does this board/commission meet, including any special meetings and sub-committee meetings? 1 meeting per month Brief Statement of Board/Commission's Assigned Charge and Responsibilities. Created in 1985 as the official government agency on the arts by a Resolution of the Board of County Commissioners (BOCC), the Orange County Arts Commission serves as a clearinghouse for arts information, facilitator of arts programs & advisor to the Orange County Board of County Commissioners regarding the arts. We have been the Designated County Partner (DCP) of the North Carolina Arts Council in Orange County since 1985 and are responsible for sub-granting state and county funds to arts organizations, schools and artists throughout the county. What are your Board/Commission's most important accomplishments? • Completed third year of operations at the Eno Arts Mill in October 2024 providing space for artists and community that prioritizes accessibility and inclusion. The space successfully generated enough revenue in its 3rd year of operations to fully coverexpenses. o The Mill continued several signature programs in its 3rd year: ■ Eicholz Foundation 2024 BIPOC Artist in Residence Program featuring Tyamica Mabry ■ Monthly Weave & Spin Open Mic offering a featured spoken word/poetry artists and open mic for underrepresented voices. ■ Coalesce: gallery exhibit featuring 10 visual artists paired with 10 poets, every January 12 ■ Makers at the Mill Holiday Bazaar, offering space for 40 vendors to sell their work before the holiday season. This year saw record attendance and sales for our vendors. ■ LGBTQ+ Teen Arts Collective, which has grown to an average of 25 nonbinary and/or neurodivergent teens per session. o The Mill hosted several new programs: ■ Orange County Juneteenth Celebration in partnership with the Department Equity and Inclusion ■ 1.5°C art exhibit featuring environmentally themed/recycled works of art in partnership with the Department of Sustainability. ■ Panel conversation with Washington Post contributor Steven Petrow and News of Orange editor Dale Edwards around Steven's new book, The Joy You Make ■ Our first dance performance in the gallery, Stop. Look. Listen with Killian Manning/No Forwarding Address in response to Paint it Orange Plein Air Paint-out ■ Triangle ArtWorks Creatives Happy Hour, hosting 100+ creatives from around the Triangle at the Eno Arts Mill ■ Orange County Roadshow Volunteer Fair ■ A screening of Rocky Horror Picture Show as a fundraiser for our nonprofit arm o The artist studios saw seven new artists in 2024 and maintained at minimum of 30% tenants who identified as a member of a underrepresented communities (currently 43% BIPOC and/or LGBTQ tenants) o We finished our first year of "Studio Be" — a grant-funded project to help underrepresented youth find community through the arts. Projects included puppet making, mural making, and creative writing. o We hosted 105 young artists through our summer camp program and, with the assistance of DSS, were able to offer $11,000 in scholarship assistance to low-income families o Provided area artists critical space to show and sell their work through monthly art exhibits in the Gallery: ■ January Coalesce 2024 ■ February TJ Mundy, Blackfuturism group exhibition ■ March DUET with John Dempsey and Judith Ernst ■ April 1.5°C with Department of Sustainability ■ May Read the Room Then Take Flight Grow Your World ■ June Pastel Society of NC Statewide Exhibition ■ July Body Politic: Five Years of Basement (group exhibit of UNC MFA grads) ■ August Eno Arts Mill Studio Artist Showcase ■ September Shady Kimzey/TJ Mundy Living Estate Sale ■ October-Nov 8t"Annual Paint it Orange Plein Air Paint-out ■ December The Really, Really, Super-Local Holiday Art Show 13 ENO ARTS MILL IMPACT —Year 3 2021-22 2022-23 2023-24 Change FY23 vs 24 Number of artists paid for work sold, classes, 125 144 256 78% T performances, or services Amount paid to artists for work sold, classes, $48,179 $90,230 $106,219 18% T performance, or services Number of artists exhibited 212 172 261 52% T Dollar amount of work sold $18,980 $24,888 $29,656 19% T Number of people hosted for adult classes 232 638 811 27% T Number of youth hosted during Summer Camp 77 90 105 17% T Summer Camp scholarship recipients 16% 15% 44% 193% T • Partnered with arts councils in Durham, Wake, and Chatham counties to present Big Night In for the Arts in March, 2024, on WRAL, raising $180k for arts programs across the Triangle. • Dispersed and administered $107,651 in grant funding through annual Arts Grants and Arts Educator Grants Programs. • Participated in Triangle-wide partnerships including Big Night In for the Arts, the Emerging Artist Program, Piedmont Laureate Program, and the Artist Support Grant Program. • Served as county lead on behalf of Arts North Carolina, gathering local arts supporters to advocate for public arts support to state and federal legislators. • Hosted the 8t"Annual Paint it Orange Plein Air Paint-out & Wet Paint Sale as a fundraiser, hosting a record-breaking 92 adult artists, 44 youth artists, and raising approximately $17k for arts programs • Offered 24 stories of local arts community on artsorange.org through a partnership with music writer David Menconi and writer Arshia Simkin. • Continued discussions with Town of Hillsborough, Hillsborough Arts Council, and Orange County Historical Museum to explore a future arts and cultural facility. List of Specific Tasks, Events, or Functions Performed or Sponsored Annually. • Operations and programming of Eno Arts Mill • Coordination of biennial Uproar Festival of Public Art • Consultation and advisement to local community partners on matters pertaining to the arts throughout Orange County • One annual grant cycle that funds artists, schools and nonprofit organizations utilizing state and county funds • Annual Arts Educator Grant program that funds professional development 14 opportunities to local public school arts teachers • Annual Emerging Artists Program through a partnership with the Durham Arts Council • Annual Piedmont Laureate Program through a partnership with the Durham Arts Council, the Raleigh Arts Commission and the United Arts Council of Raleigh and Wake County • Public Art initiatives • Annual Paint it Orange: Plein Air Paint-out and Wet Paint Sale • Hosts monthly Arts Partners meetings for leadership of county arts organizations Describe this board/commission's activities/accomplishments in carrying out BOCC goal(s)/priorities, if applicable. • GOAL 2: HEALTHY COMMUNITY OBJECTIVE 7. Invest in services and programs that improve the health and quality of life of the community (e.g., recreation and public open spaces, arts, etc.) • GOAL 6: DIVERSE AND VIBRANT ECONOMY OBJECTIVE 1. Provide family-oriented and inclusive programming or other cultural events for residents and visitors. OBJECTIVE 4. Provide resources to small, creative, and agro-businesses that add character and quality of life to our community to attract employers, employees, and visitors. Describe the collaboration relationship(s) this particular board has with other advisory boards and commissions? Throughout 2024, the OCAC Advisory Board worked in partnership with: • The ArtsCenter • Arts North Carolina • Chapel Hill Downtown Partnership • Chapel Hill/Orange County Visitors Bureau • Chatham Arts Council • Durham Arts Council • Greater Chapel Hill Chamber of Commerce • Hillsborough Arts Council • North Carolina Arts Council • Orange County Department of Equity and Inclusion • Orange County Department of Parks and Recreation • Orange County Department of Sustainability • Orange County Criminal Justice Resource Department • Raleigh Arts Commission • Town of Carrboro — Economic Development/Arts • Town of Chapel Hill Community Arts and Culture 15 • Town of Hillsborough • Town of Hillsborough Tourism Board/Tourism Development Authority • Triangle ArtWorks • United Arts Council of Raleigh/Wake County • UNC -Ackland Art Museum OCAC director Katie Murray served on the following board and committees: • Local Advisory Board Member, Ackland Art Museum at UNC • Board Member, Arts North Carolina • Grassroots Steering Committee, North Carolina Arts Council Identify any activities this board/commission expects to carry out in 2024 as they relate to established BOCC goals and priorities. If applicable, is there a fiscal impact (i.e., funding, staff time, other resources) associated with these proposed activities (please list). • Uproar Festival of Public Art will return in August, 2025. This accessible, family-friendly, free festival provides residents and visitors with an interactive opportunity to experience the arts in Orange County while patronizing local businesses during a slow time of year. The County, together with the towns of Chapel Hill, Carrboro, and Hillsborough, the Chapel Hill Chamber of Commerce, and Chapel Hill Downtown Partnership provide funding towards the event; the Orange County Arts Alliance will raise additional funding to support expenses. While more areas of festival planning will be contracted out in 2025, it is still primarily led by the OCAC director. This is challenging due to other responsibilities of the position. A county event planner could be a tremendous help for Uproar, and could plan other economic-boosting arts and cultural events for the county. • 2025 exhibits in the Eno Arts Mill include several highly impactful, first-time programs: o In April, the OCAC will partner with End Solitary NC/Disability Rights North Carolina, Hidden Voices, Alamance Orange Prison Ministry, Orange County Justice Project NC, Human Kindness Foundation, Orange County Criminal Justice Resource Department, OC Local Reentry Council, the Care Bear Foundation, and NC Coalition for Alternatives to the Death Penalty to showcase the artwork of formerly/currently incarcerated individuals, as well as people impacted by the justice system. Opening night (April 4) will feature Jaki Shelton Green, Nick Courmon, and Changed, a band that was formed at Orange Correctional. o In May, the nationally recognized social justice/arts organization Hidden Voices will present a multi-media installation addressing domestic violence. o In July, we will present our first group photography exhibit focusing on photos of people and places in Orange County. 16 o In August, we plan to feature a mutual aid exhibit to raise funds for artists in Western NC. o In September, we will provide exhibit space for Triangle Book Arts to showcase the work of their membership • LGBTQ+ Teen Arts Collective (ages 13-18) which has offered life-changing connection opportunities for nonbinary youth and their families, has received funding to expand to a Tween Arts Collective (ages 9-12) starting in February. • Continue to explore expanding space and offerings for the community. We will partner with the Town of Hillsborough on a feasibility study for a community arts and cultural center to determine the space needs of a facility and the associated costs. The Town will pay for this study. What are the concerns or emerging issues your board has identified for the upcoming year that it plans to address, or wishes to bring to the Commissioners' attention? Funding. Currently we are funded through Occupancy Tax under the Visitors Bureau. As staffing has increased, operating funds have decreased. This has been felt especially since programs were established with NC Arts Council ARPA funding that is no longer available. We are trying to maintain programs with less funding and not enough staff. With more staff and programmatic funding, we could increase our service to the county exponentially. We could activate spaces like Blackwood Farm and provide economy- boosting events. We could partner with fellow county departments to better serve youth and residents that need create alternatives to traditional programs. And based on constant feedback from the community and the proven success of the Eno Arts Mill, we could provide more, much-needed space that currently does not exist, such as community performance space, which would have a significant economic impact on the surrounding neighborhood. While our fledgling nonprofit arm is beginning to raise money to support the OCAC, a new or increased County funding model is needed if leadership wishes for continued growth of the OCAC. 17 ORANGE COUNTY BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS ANNUAL REPORT/WORK PLAN Board/Commission Name: Advisory Board on Aging Report Period: January 2024-December 2024 The Board of Commissioners appreciates the dedication of all the volunteers on their boards and commissions and welcomes input from various boards and commissions throughout the year. Please complete the following information, limited to the front and back of this form. Other background materials may be provided as a supplement to, but not as a substitute for, this form. Person to address the BOCC and contact information: Ann Bradford, Chair, abradford@carolwoods.org Primary County Staff Contact Person: Janice Tyler, Dept. on Aging Director,jtyler@orangecountync.gov How many times per month does this board/commission meet, including any special meetings and sub-committee meetings? The Advisory Board on Aging meets monthly. Members play a vital role in the implementation of the Master Aging Plan including participating in the MAP Steering Committee and participating in the seven MAP Implementation work groups that meet quarterly. The MAP Workgroups are Outdoor Spaces and Buildings; Transportation; Housing; Social Participation and Inclusion; Civic Engagement and Employment; Community Support and Health Services; Communication and Information. There is also board representation on the Orange County Joint Community Advisory Committee (formerly the Nursing Home Community Advisory Committee and the Adult Care Home Advisory Committee that merged in July), and the Intergovernmental Parks and Recreation Commission. Brief Statement of Board/Commission's Assigned Charge and Responsibilities. The Advisory Board on Aging suggests policy and makes recommendations to the Board of County Commissioners and the Department on Aging, while acting as the liaison between the older adults of the county and county government. It is charged with promoting needed services, programs and funding that impacts older adults. What are your Board/Commission's most important accomplishments? • The implementation of the 2022-27 Master Aging Plan, including supporting the seven workgroups with 150+ persons and community partners participating in the quarterly meetings. Implementation matrix is updated quarterly and is posted to the Department on Aging's website. The workgroup leaders meet with the Aging Board quarterly to present updates on goals, strategies and objectives. At the end of Year 2 68% of goals had significant progress made. • Orange County was represented by the Department on Aging Director in the development of the All Ages All Stages NC Multisector Plan on Aging (MPA). With our county leading the way in NC in aging services planning, the Department on Aging Director was asked to co-lead the Strengthening Communities for a Lifetime workgroups, which is one of the four sections of the MPA. Our leadership in MAP development and years of successful implementation has also led the NC Division of Aging to model their implementation matrix after ours. • Supported Hands Four Development Cooperative (Fiddlehead Corner) for the UDO text amendment to allow for Family Care Facilities to be built under the MPD-CD zoning. Family Care Homes are an ideal model that supports aging in community. • Celebrated one year anniversary of our Aging Well Together Radio Show. • R Place, our volunteer-based respite program based on the Respite for All model, celebrated its first year of operations. The program has received outstanding support and has a participant waiting list. Plans are underway to replicate this program in our local faith-based communities. We are also exploring options with the Jackson Center to support them in offering a similar program in the Northside community. • Funding of the FitLot at the Seymour Center to support older adults to remain physically active. • Dementia Friendly Business Campaign continues with trainings to local business and government. • The newly graduated Project EngAGE Class 6 of 13 volunteers from across the county have reactivated the Falls Prevention and Health Promotion and the Neighborhood Connections Senior Resource Teams. The End-of-Life SRT hosted the first End of Life Expo with over 200 people attending. • Supported the re-design of the department website to be more user and reader friendly. • Supported Outreach Coordinator to identify underserved communities and to connect with faith-based organizations. Offered 9 events serving English, Spanish and Mandarin speakers. 18 • Hosted our annual Direct Care Worker Awards celebration. List of Specific Tasks, Events, or Functions Performed or Sponsored Annually. • Provide Orange County representation to the Central Pines Area Agency on Aging Board and the Senior Tar Heel Legislature. Board Representatives work on developing legislative priorities for the local, regional and state levels. • Keep community partners up to date on the Master Aging Plan, including providing quarterly updates of the MAP matrix. • Make recommendations to the BOCC of potential legislative issues to be included in the Orange County legislative agenda. • Review and provide recommendations on applications for the County's Outside Agency Grants. • Continue to offer the Annual Direct Care Worker awards. This type of recognition is needed more than ever with the dire shortage of direct care workers in our county and across the state. Describe this board/commission's activities/accomplishments in carrying out BOCC goal(s)/priorities, if applicable. Through the MAP process this board addresses the BOCC goals of promoting and protecting the well-being of all older adults, including addressing diversity, economic issues and the ability to age in community. The Aging Board is committed to endorsing board applicants that reflect the diversity of Orange County and its older adult population. Describe the collaboration relationship(s)this particular board has with other advisory boards and commissions? This board has representation on the Joint Community Advisory Committee (formerly the Nursing Home and Adult Care Home Community Advisory Committees) and also has representation on the Intergovernmental Parks and Recreation Commission. A representative of this board serves on the Central Pines AAA Advisory Board. Identify any activities this board/commission expects to carry out in 2025 as they relate to established BOCC goals and priorities. If applicable, is there a fiscal impact (i.e., funding, staff time, other resources) associated with these proposed activities (please list). This board will continue to advocate for affordable senior housing; support our community to help all older adults to have the choice to age in community; expanded transportation for rural Orange County; improvement of the quality of care in long-term facilities, including supporting efforts to strengthen the direct care work force both for long term care and in-home services; and continue implementation of the 2022-27 Master Aging Plan with support from a charitable gift donation and many partner organizations and with specific focus on meeting our goals related to racial equity as named in the plan. What are the concerns or emerging issues your board has identified for the upcoming year that it plans to address, or wishes to bring to the Commissioners' attention? • Need for more affordable and accessible senior housing, especially rental units and an emerging concern of the number of seniors living in sub-standard housing. The support of Fiddlehead Corner and their UDO Text Amendment Application to request that Family Care Facilities be designated as permitted use in the MFD-CD zoning category. This amendment would support other communities that want to incorporate licensed assisted living services to support aging in place. • Continued work on improving the quality of care in long-term care facilities within the county. • Further development of a dementia capable county including partnerships with local businesses, non-profit and faith-based organizations. • The level of financial insecurity of older adults, including the emerging issue of older adults needing to remain in the work force. Collaboration with DSS and Durham Tech for more employment training. • Addressing the increasing need for in-home services and supports, including the needs of older adults serving in caregiving roles and the shortage of direct care workers. Caregiver burden is becoming a major concern for many persons and families living in our community. • Continue addressing issues that surfaced particularly during the pandemic, including social isolation, hoarding, access to services, persons aging alone in our community, and the increasing frail older adult population. 19 ORANGE COUNTY BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS ANNUAL REPORT/ WORK PLAN Board/Commission Name: ADULT CARE HOME AND NURSING HOME COMMUNITY ADVISORY COMMITTEE Report Period: January 2024-December 2024 Person to address the BOCC and contact information: Co-Chairs: Shade Little and Jackie Podger Primary County Staff Contact Person: Kendall McMillan, Aging Transitions Administrator How many times per month does this board/commission meet, including any special meetings and sub-committee meetings? Meetings are held once a quarter on the second Tuesday of the first month of the quarter Brief Statement of Board/Commission's Assigned Charge and Responsibilities. Serve all the Adult Care Homes and Nursing Homes in Orange County and work with each facility in the best interest of those residing there. What are your Board/Commission's most important accomplishments: • Maintained a collaborative committee of dedicated community members who visit Orange County adult care and nursing home facilities each quarter. • While recruitment is challenging because of the reality of some senior living facilities and the time commitment it requires, the CAC has managed to maintain staffing to meet our responsibilities at a high level. • Participated in continuing activities each month to further CAC member education List of Specific Tasks, Events, or Functions Performed or Sponsored Annually: • Each quarter committee members submit visit reports for all Long Term Care facilities in Orange County to Autumn Cox, Regional Ombudsman, Central Pines Regional Council • All committee members are required to submit continuing education reports to Autumn Cox, Regional Ombudsman, Central Pines Regional Council 20 Describe this board/commission's activities/accomplishments in carrying out BOCC goal(s)/priorities, if applicable. • Committee members have established relationships with administrators and key staff members and have been able to provide community resources along with best practices in troubled areas • CAC participated in Holiday Angel Tree activities directly and through disseminating the need. Describe the collaboration relationship(s) this particular board has with other advisory boards and commissions? • Monthly reports provided to the Dept. of Aging Orange County • Began collaboration with other Adult Care and Nursing Home CAC's- the first one will be Chatham County. Identify any activities this board/commission expects to carry out in 2025 as they relate to established BOCC goals and priorities. If applicable, is there a fiscal impact (i.e., funding, staff time, other resources) associated with these proposed activities (please list). • Continue to recruit CAC members • Continue to provide community resources to connect with Orange County facilities • Continue to provide best practice information to the administrators and key staff • Continue to stress the importance of activities, both group and those requiring one on one activities • Continue to raise the level of awareness by sharing areas of improvement What are the concerns or emerging issues your board has identified for the upcoming year that it plans to address, or wishes to bring to the Commissioners' attention? The CAC in 2025 would like to emphasize resident quality of life as well as the problem areas listed on the visit report. 21 ORANGE COUNTY BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS ANNUAL REPORT/ WORK PLAN Board/Commission Name: Board of Health Report Period: January 2024-December 2024 The Board of Commissioners appreciates the dedication of all the volunteers on their boards and commissions and welcomes input from various boards and commissions throughout the year. Please complete the following information, limited to the front and back of this form. Other background materials may be provided as a supplement to, but not as a substitute for, this form. Person to address the BOCC and contact information: Alison Stuebe, Chair alison_stuebe@med.unc.edu Primary County Staff Contact Person: Quintana Stewart, Health Director— ext. 2412 How many times per month does this board/commission meet, including any special meetings and sub-committee meetings? Board meets once monthly except for July and December. Committee meetings resumed in September 2023. The committees meet at a minimum quarterly, with most choosing to meet bi-monthly. There are currently four committees. In May 2024, there was a special meeting of the board to adjudicate a dispute regarding a denied permit to build a car port. Brief Statement of Board/Commission's Assigned Charge and Responsibilities. The Board of Health is the primary policy-making and adjudicatory body (NCGS 130A-39(a) (powers and duties of the boards of health) and NCGS 130A-24 (appeals), for the health department and is charged to protect and promote the public health of Orange County. What are your Board/Commission's most important accomplishments? • March 2024 —The BOH identified priority areas for work over the next four years, in alignment with the results of the 2023 Community Health Assessment (CHA). Page 1 of 5 22 These three priority areas are: Access to Healthcare; Behavioral Health; and Connections to Community Support. • April 2024 — The BOH submitted a letter in support of the BOCC amending the Orange County Unified Development Ordinance to limit the opening of new tobacco and vape shops within 1,000 feet of locations where youth congregate, including schools and parks. Strong tobacco retailer licensure requirements are an evidence-based way to help reduce and prevent youth tobacco use. • September 2024 — The BOH approved the Community Health Improvement Plans (CHIPs) for the next four years. The CHIPs are developed in collaboration with community members and aim to address the priority areas identified by the CHA. • Throughout the year, committees held educational sessions with various subject matter experts to help inform planning and prioritization. List of Specific Tasks, Events, or Functions Performed or Sponsored Annually. Community Health Assessment — Conducted every 4 years; 2023 Assessment submitted to NC DHHS in March 2024 ➢ Financial Reports and Billing Dashboards — Quarterly Review ➢ Budget — Annual Review ➢ Outside Agency Funding Request — Annual Review ➢ Alliance Annual Report — Annual Review ➢ Policy Review— Annual Review ➢ Communicable Disease Report — Annual Review ➢ Child Fatality Report — Annual Review ➢ Tobacco Prevention Program — Annual Update ➢ Health Director Annual Performance Review ➢ BOH Reappointments — Chair and Vice Chair— Annual Review ➢ Healthy Carolinians of Orange County — Annual Update ➢ BOH Meeting Schedule — Annual Review ➢ Delinquent Accounts — Annual Review ➢ Immigrant and Refugee Health — Annual Update Describe this board/commission's activities/accomplishments in carrying out BOCC goal(s)/priorities, if applicable. o Environmental Protection and Climate Action — Promote sustainability and resiliency across the County and collaborate with our partners to activate our community, protect and preserve our natural resources, and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. o The Board established an ad hoc committee reviewing the Health Page 2of5 23 Department's groundwater protection program to consider the science around the current well rules and ensure that the rules are equitable while ensuring safe groundwater for all. o Healthy Community — Increase equitable access to care and social safety net programming to promote the physical, social, and mental well-being of our community. o The Board of Health is the primary policy-making and adjudicatory body for the Health Department and is charged with protecting and promoting the public health of Orange County residents. o The Board has also been active in promoting Expanded Medicaid, including canvassing door-to-door and recommending the Health Department and DSS explore an improved referral program for eligible patients. o Housing for All — Promote equitable and accessible housing and address housing disparities through policies, partnerships, and collaboration to create a thriving community The Connections to Community Support Committee is focusing on access to affordable housing and has been gathering information about existing programs and initiatives to improve access to affordable housing. o Multi-modal Transportation — Collaborate with our regional partners to expand, integrate%onnect, and provide accessible public transportation options. o Nothing in 2024. o Public Education/Learning Community — Enhance and maintain quality school operations and infrastructure and cultivate lifelong learning. o The Board is working to reestablish relationships with the schools post-COVID. o Diverse and Vibrant Economy — Foster an environment that attracts and retains sustainable and diverse businesses and visitors, employment opportunities and diversifies our tax base. o Not Applicable. Describe the collaboration relationship(s) this particular board has with other advisory boards and commissions? ➢ The Health Director serves as the designee for several Board activities and collaborative initiatives. The Board receives monthly updates via the Health Director's Report, which shows meetings, presentations, and other activities completed each month. Some of the local boards and governing bodies that the Board of Health/Health Department have worked with during this reporting period include: o BOCC o Alliance o Carrboro Town Council o Chapel Hill Town Council Page 3 of 5 24 o Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools Board of Education o DEAPR o Family Success Alliance o Healthy Carolinians of Orange County o Hillsborough Board of Commissioners o Opioid Advisory Committee o Justice Advisory Council o Orange County Partnership for Young Children o Orange County Schools Board of Education Other Boards that BOH members sit on: o CHCCS School Health Advisory Council (SHAC) o North Carolina Dental Society o North Carolina Dental Society Political Action Committee o Old North State Dental Society Student Affairs Committee o SNDA CAARES Dental Clinic o Orange County Animal Services Advisory Board (Board member, Lee Pickett, serves as Chair) o Orange Partnership (Board member, Keith Bagby, serves as Chair) Identify any activities this board/commission expects to carry out in 2025 as they relate to established BOCC goals and priorities. If applicable, is there a fiscal impact (i.e., funding, staff time, other resources) associated with these proposed activities (please list). o Environmental Protection and Climate Action - Promote sustainability and resiliency across the County and collaborate with our partners to activate our community, protect and preserve our natural resources, and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. o The Board's ad hoc committee will continue reviewing the Health Department's groundwater protection program in light of the new state legislation to consider the science around the current well rules, implement equitable policies, and help ensure safe groundwater for all. o Healthy Community - Increase equitable access to care and social safety net programming to promote the physical, social, and mental well-being of our community. o The Board is planning to sponsor a Photovoice project, allowing Orange County residents to submit photographs detailing challenges that they face in accessing healthcare. This will help inform planning for future projects and ensure the needs and values of the community are represented in future work. This project will involve staff time and a small budget (-$2.5k). o Housing for All - Promote equitable and accessible housing and address housing disparities through policies, partnerships, and collaboration to create a Page 4 of 5 25 thriving community. o While the Board is still learning about the current housing landscape, it is likely that they will lend support to certain policies or initiatives that address access to affordable housing as a public health issue. • Multi-modal Transportation — Collaborate with our regional partners to expand, integrate%onnect, and provide accessible public transportation options. o Nothing planned at this time. • Public Education/Learning Community — Enhance and maintain quality school operations and infrastructure and cultivate lifelong learning. o The Behavioral Health Committee is interested in collaborating with the schools (based on need/desire) to address the impact of screen use on youth mental health. • Diverse and Vibrant Economy — Foster an environment that attracts and retains sustainable and diverse businesses and visitors, employment opportunities and diversifies our tax base. o Not applicable. What are the concerns or emerging issues your board has identified for the upcoming year that it plans to address, or wishes to bring to the Commissioners' attention? • Capacity of current public health workforce to provide services to newly eligible patients under Medicaid Expansion. • Sustainability of Opioid Mitigation Strategies beyond use of Opioid Settlement Funds. • Mental health resources in the community. • Vaping among young people. • Potential health risks of high levels of screen time in children and teenagers. • Affordable housing and homelessness. • Concerns about changes to the public health ecosystem (e.g., rollbacks to fluoridation, rollbacks to vaccination requirements, changes in CDC leadership and infrastructure, etc.). Page 5 of 5 26 NAME OF BOARD/COMMISSION: Board of Adjustment (BOA) Report Period January 2024-December 2024 ORANGE COUNTY BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS ANNUAL REPORT/ WORK PLAN FOR THE COUNTY COMMISSIONERS The Board of Commissioners appreciates the dedication of all the volunteers on their boards and commissions and welcomes input from various boards and commissions throughout the year. Please complete the following information, limited to the front and back of this form. Other background materials may be provided as a supplement to, but not as a substitute for, this form. Board/Commission Name: Board of Adjustment (BOA) Person to address the BOCC and contact information: Leon Meyers, BOA Chair Imeyersnc(o)_gmail.com 919 422-5773 3126 Carriage Trail, Hillsborough Primary County Staff Contact: Patrick Mallett, Deputy Director Development Services Planning & Inspections Department pmallett orangecountync.gov Office (919) 245-2577 / Mobile (919) 819-3402 How many times per month does this board/commission meet, including any special meetings and sub-committee meetings? One meeting per month as outlined in the published BOA Calendars. https://www.orangecountync.gov/1178/Calendars Note: the BOA only meets on published dates when there is a case to be considered and/or required administrative actions or training. Brief Statement of Board/Commission's Assigned Charge and Responsibilities. As required by NCGS §160D-302 and Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) Section 1.8.1, the BOA is required quasi-judicial appointed board that is established and maintained to hear and decide: 1. Appeals regarding any decision, or determination made by the Planning Director; 2. Applications requesting the approval of Special Use Permit (SUP); 27 3. Variance requests from the minimum requirements of the UDO; and 4. Other matters as required by state law, the UDO and/or the BOCC. What are your Board/Commission's most important accomplishments? 1. Successfully deciding appeals, variances and SUPs per the state statue and UDO requirements without any higher appeals or legal challenges. 2. Revised procedures and processes regarding legal standing for cases. 3. Successfully appointing all the required and alternate BOA seats. 4. Revising the applications, required materials and published calendars to make the process simpler, quicker and more accessible to the public. List of Specific Tasks, Events, or Functions Performed or Sponsored Annually. N/A Describe this board/commission's activities/accomplishments in carrying out BOCC goal(s)/priorities, if applicable. 1. Successfully meeting state and UDO requirements for BOAs. Describe the collaboration relationship(s) this particular board has with other advisory boards and commissions? 1. Operationally none. The BOA is by definition an independent, autonomous quasi-judicial decision-making body. 2. Administratively, BOA's meetings, needs and support is coordinated alongside the Planning Board. Identify any activities this board/commission expects to carry out in 2025 as they relate to established BOCC goals and priorities. If applicable, is there a fiscal impact (i.e., funding, staff time, and other resources) associated with these proposed activities (please list). 1. Continuing to improve the process and public information about the BOA and its processes. 2. Streamlining the review process and legal notification processes. 3. Improving language translation and interpretive services for BOA cases. What are the concerns or emerging issues your board has identified for the upcoming year that it plans to address, or wishes to bring to the Commissioners' attention? 1. Aligning with the various regulatory changes and recent case law. 28 ORANGE COUNTY BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS ANNUAL REPORT/ WORK PLAN Board/Commission Name: Planning Board Report Period: January 2024-December 2024 The Board of Commissioners appreciates the dedication of all the volunteers on their boards and commissions and welcomes input from various boards and commissions throughout the year. Please complete the following information, limited to the front and back of this form. Other background materials may be provided as a supplement to, but not as a substitute for, this form. Person to address the BOCC and contact information: Adam Beeman, Chair, (919) 563-0463, abeeman4784@yahoo.com (Note: the Planning Board elects a Chair and Vice-Chair every January; if the Chair changes in January 2025, the 2025 Chair would be the presenter) Primary County Staff Contact Person: Cy Stober, Planning Director; secondary contact: Perdita Holtz, Deputy Director— Long-Range Planning &Administration How many times per month does this board/commission meet, including any special meetings and sub-committee meetings? Generally once per month for a regular meeting + optional Ordinance Review Committee (ORC) or training session (ORC or training sessions occur on the same evening as the regular meeting several times a year). Brief Statement of Board/Commission's Assigned Charge and Responsibilities. Under the authority of NC General Statute, the BOCC created the Planning Board to embark upon a continuing planning program, including but not limited to the preparation and maintenance of a Comprehensive Plan for Orange County, in protection of the public health, safety, and general welfare of present and future residents and businesses, landowners and visitors. The duties of the Planning Board are listed in Section 1.6.3 of the Unified Development Ordinance, and reflect the duties and responsibilities charged to all jurisdictions by NCGS 160D. What are your Board/Commission's most important accomplishments? In 2024, the Planning Board accomplished the following: 29 • Reviewed and made a recommendation on the following applications: ■ Agricultural Support Enterprise - Conditional District rezoning "The Treeist" on Millhouse Road ■ Master Plan Development— Conditional District rezoning, Comprehensive Plan text and FLUM amendment, UDO text amendment - "Fiddlehead Corner" (multi-part application) — Morrow Mill Road in Bingham Township ■ General Commercial Conventional District Rezoning — Ruritan Club in Efland ■ Rural Residential Conventional District Rezoning — Frazier Road in Cheeks Township ■ Watershed Overlay District Amendments — two applications • Reviewed and made a recommendation on the following UDO Text Amendments: ■ Tobacco and Hemp Retail Use ■ Regulatory Reform Compliance and Conformance ■ Landscaping Standards • Reviewed and took action on the following major subdivision Concept Plans: ■ Williams Glen (Lawrence Road in Eno Township) ■ Stonewall (Miller Road in Hillsborough Township) • Reviewed and made on recommendation on the following major subdivision Preliminary Plats: ■ Williams Glen (Lawrence Road in Eno Township) ■ Stonewall (Miller Road in Hillsborough Township) • Briefings and input on the Orange County Land Use Plan 2050 • Briefing on the Climate Action Plan • Discussion of Public Notification Requirements contained in the LIDO • Planning Board and staff enhanced community engagement and communication, particularly on the Land Use Plan 2050 project List of Specific Tasks, Events, or Functions Performed or Sponsored Annually. • Monthly Planning Board meetings • Ordinance Review Committee (ORC) meetings and special meetings as required • Review applications for Unified Development Ordinance text amendments, Zoning Atlas amendments, and major subdivisions, and provide recommendations to the BOCC • Develop and recommend policies, ordinances, administrative procedures and other means for carrying out plans • Coordinate with staff on ongoing planning updates, changes, and new techniques 30 Describe this board/commission's activities/accomplishments in carrying out BOCC goal(s)/priorities, if applicable. The Planning Board is involved in the ongoing implementation of the 2030 Comprehensive Plan and any potential regulatory revisions resulting from updates to BOCC priorities, particularly as described in the County's Strategic Plan. Describe the collaboration relationship(s) this particular board has with other advisory boards and commissions. In 2024, certain other boards/commissions were invited to a Planning Board meeting to hear a briefing on the Land Use Plan 2050 project from the consultant, ask questions, and provide comments. Identify any activities this board/commission expects to carry out in 2025 as they relate to established BOCC goals and priorities. If applicable, is there a fiscal impact (i.e., funding, staff time, other resources) associated with these proposed activities (please list). The Board will continue its work in partnership with staff to further BOCC priorities, some of which may emerge at the January 2025 BOCC retreat. The following list is not in priority order: 1. Orange County Land Use Plan 2050: Work on this plan is on-going and expected to continue into 2026. 2. UDO Amendments: In response to a petition by a BOCC member, Planning staff anticipates bringing forward UDO amendments pertaining to conservation subdivisions in early 2025. 3. Legislative Changes: Amend regulations as necessary in response to legislative changes at the State level. 4. Continue Training for Planning Board Members: Planning staff will continue to offer training to Planning Board members on an as-needed basis (including the 5-module training for newly appointed members). Suggestions on additional topics for training are welcome. 5. 2025 BOCC Retreat: Any priorities that emerge at the January 2025 BOCC retreat. What are the concerns or emerging issues your board has identified for the upcoming year that it plans to address, or wishes to bring to the Commissioners' attention? 1. Wireless and Broadband Access: Wireless and broadband access continues to be a challenge in many portions of Orange County. 2. Growth of Mebane into Western Orange County: The continued growth of 31 Mebane has created uncertainty for area residents. More formal communications, relationships, and/or agreements with Mebane should be pursued to ensure residents have a better idea of future plans and growth areas. 3. Water and Sewer Management, Planning, and Boundary Agreement Map Amendments / Reconciliation of Future Land Use Map (FLUM)/Zoning Lines: There are discrepancies in these maps that should be addressed. The County should work with WASMPBA partners to bring forward amendments to reconcile discrepancies in the WASMPBA "Primary Service Area," County Future Land Use Map (FLUM)/Zoning lines, and any discrepancies on similar municipal maps. The Town of Hillsborough is anticipated to initiate an update to the WASMPBA to ensure consistency with their adopted plans. 4. Watershed Review and Implications of County vs. State Watershed Delineations: Review the County and State watershed delineation lines and the implications of current differences, including stormwater standards. Be mindful of any lessened watershed protection measures. 5. Rural Enterprises: As part of the analysis for the Land Use Plan 2050, determine need to address innovative water & sewage disposal issues in the Rural Activity Nodes (RANs) to encourage development in these nodes. Evaluate non- residential acreage thresholds in both the existing Comprehensive Plan and the UDO to better enable retail services or other uses in identified RANs. 6. Transportation Issues: As part of the analysis for the Land Use Plan 2050, determine if rural "transit oriented development" could be hubs of transit located in the rural community nodes. Focus should be on transit dependent populations and their connection to other transit infrastructure, and account for implementation of the North-South Bus Rapid Transit line between Hillsborough and Chapel Hill. 7. Long-Term Planning for Potable Water and Waste Disposal: Planning for potable water and waste (wastewater and solid waste) should continue to be a topic for study (i.e., supportive infrastructure analysis) and potential discussion with public and non-profit utility providers as growth in Orange County continues. This could serve both economic development and affordable housing concerns.