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95 Mrs. Hardee spoke about her experience with the program during her husband's illness. The Board expressed their support of the importance of this program. The Board agreed to consider putting an amount, to be determined, into the budget for this program. ADOLESCENTS IN NEED Betty Compton explained that the program at A.L. Stanbeck and Stanback Middle School had been expanded. They want to continue the level of service as in the past. They requested $63,000 from the County. She indicated that the recommended appropriation of $60, 000 would make it impossible to continue the present level of service. She explained that the growth in student inquiries was in the 9th grade. Next year they should be able to evaluate the two groups who are high risk if they do not become pregnant. The demands are great and their service is needed. They would like to be able to do more but can not because of money constraints. KIDSCOPE Reference was made to the annual report. They have placed a lot of emphasis on educating the parents. This year they served 208 in educational workshops. They have had great response and been highly successful. They talked of the accomplishments of the program and what they plan for next year. ORANGE COUNTY WOMEN'S CENTER The Chair of the Women's Center asked the Board to review their application for funds. They requested $11,425 and the Manager has recommended $7, 000. Their request included monies for computer equipment which would be a one-time cost. They have estimated this cost to be $3, 600 and ask that the County allocate an additional $3, 000. They have doubled their services and would like to increase that figure if at all possible. Commissioner Marshall explained that while the Board understands the need for the computer equipment, the recommendation from the Commission for Women needs to be discussed before considering an additional allocation ORANGE ALTERNATIVE HOUSING. Margie Schofner and Keith Aldridge asked that the recommended budget be increased from $25, 000 to $50, 000. They explained that this corporation was formed after it was determined that the County and Towns were committed to low and moderate income housing. They have received a grant in the amount of $20,000 that was part of their budget. Last evening the Town of Chapel Hill made a commitment of $35, 000. They are asking that the County at least increase their allocation to $35,000. They expect to receive an allocation from Carrboro. Their Z. Smith Reynolds grant is contingent on this corporation being financially stable. John Link stated that there is $10,000 remaining in the appropriatior. this year for affordable housing which could be allocated to this Corporation.