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Kristine M. Herfkens, Ph.D. Betty Rider, FACHE 4738 Old Lake Trail Hillsborough, NC 27278 February 21, 2009 Ladies and Gentlemen: As owner/occupants of property adjoining Lake Orange we are unable to attend the public hearing on February 23`~ and are taking this opportunity to comment Agenda Item C-1 related to Subdivision Regulations, Zoning Ordinance, and Atlas Amendments. Specifically it relates to a new Zoning Overlay District and incorporation of flood protection standards. tt is unclear from the "dear homeowner" letter received by regular mail or from our reading the published agenda and attachments whether or not our property is affected. To date, there has been no sign concerning the proposed action posted in the vicinity of our properly. Since the relevant 615 and 620 elevations are significant components of the proposed actions, we are, at minimum, and without question, interested parties. It is imperative that the Board of Commissioners appoint a special committee to reconcile differences that might exist between the goals of the amended ordinances and the rights of Lake Orange landowners to freely access the lake, enjoy it's recreational benefits, and to create a uniform understanding among the affected property owners, interested other parties, and regulatory authorities. The only real consensus is the data describing the 615 and 620 elevations is inaccurate and/or inconsistent. While we support reasonable and responsible regulations, the more prudent action would be to first accurately determine the benchmark elevation ~in order to reach a uniform understanding of necessary regulations. This is particularly important to owners of affected property at or adjacent to Lake Orange because, absent an accurate benchmark elevation, regulation will continue to be misunderstood and inconsistent, thus putting the county and property owners at further risk. Thank you for your consideration. 56 Kris Herfkens Betty Rider