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May 12, 1999 North Carolina Association of County Commissioners Dear County and Municipal Officials: North Carolina League of Municipalities Enclosure. � '11_IY. '.VIII... At �• . North Carolina cities and`counties are widely recognized as among the best in the country. Having the expertise and counsel of the Institute of Government is a major reason for our outstanding, nationwide reputation. For nearly seven decades the Institute has partnered with us in improving North Carolina local government. The faculty and staff are available whenever we need them. They help us to answer pressing questions, produce publications, and offer seminars on emerging issues. We are writing to ask you for your special financial support.. Many of us encouraged the General Assembly to appropriate money for the renovation and expansion of the Institute's home, the Knapp Building. In 1997 and 1998, they allocated just over $15 million. Increased construction costs caused by a number of factors, including a glut of construction projects in the Triangle, means that the appropriation will not cover the full cost of the project. • The Institute has modified the building design to reduce costs, but now it must raise approximately $4 million from other public and private sources to complete the project without losing important functional spaces. Now the Institute needs our help. The Institute is renovating and expanding its facilities to ensure better services for local officials. New classrooms, up -to -date technology, dining facilities., and increased parking are just a few of the improvements. With these benefits in mind, cities and counties are asked to contribute some of the funding needed to complete the project. The League and the Association have each committed $50,000 as a kick -off gift for this city - county campaign. We ask that each local government consider joining the campaign with a pledge equal, to your annual Institute of Government membership dues. A pledge card is enclosed. This special contribution maybe paid in a single• installment or divided . over the next three years in any configuration that fits your budget. Our goal is 100% participation from all League and Association members for a pledge total of nearly 900 000.