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X98 one has been killed or seriously injured in the U.S. from the operation of nuclear plants. CP&L cannot guarantee that no acc~.dent will happen. They can guarantee that no accident will happen similar to that one at Chernobyl because the ,t nuclear plants are built differently *than those in other', countries. The Nuclear Regulatory Commission and the Atomic Safety and Licensing Soard have reviewed allegations and have ' said in their opinion, the plant can be operated without any undue risk to the public and recommended that the license be issued for the operation of the plant. To convert to some other form of fuel would mean a new building would have to be built alongside the present one. Any substantial delay would cost up to two million dollars a year. He spoke about the evacuation plan and explained the l0-mile evacuation zone. He summarized those groups and persons who have endorsed the opening of the nuclear plant. He asked consideration be given to the resolution CP&L has distributed. DISABLED PERSONS OPPOSED TO SHEARON HARRIS LINDA BROYLES asked CP&L about the evacuation of the handi- capped and Lilly indicated that the evacuation plan is detailed and assured Ms. Broyles that assistance will be available for those who are handicapped. She thanked the Board for being receptive to the citizens who are concerned about the start-up of Shearon Harris. She criticized CP&L and their lack of concern for the citizenry around the plant and lack of a specific procedure for disabled citizens. She asked that the uncertainties be addressed by CP&L. Chair Willhoit made comments about his resolution and indicated it includes the formation of a "blue-ribbon" task force which would have the responsibility of addressing those concerns expressed by the citizens of Orange County. CP&L endorsed the farming of a task force and pledged cooperation. Commissioner Carey recommended an amendment to the resolution as pre- sented by Chair Willhoit which would request that CP&L do a~study for con- version of the Shearon Harris Nuclear Plant to nonnuclear fuel use and that this study be made available to the general public. Commissioner Marshall questioned the concern expressed by Phyllis Lotchin that CP&L address the worst case scenario in their evacuation plan. Edward Lilly expressed his confidence that the evacuation area of 10 miles will be sufficient. Motion was made by Commissioner Carey, seconded by Commissioner Marshall to approve the following resolution as presented by Chair Willhoit with an amendment as indicated above and listed below as #4. A RESOLUTION REGARDING THE SHEARON HARRIS NUCLEAR PLANT WHEREAS, the Orange County Board of Commissioners is strongly committed to protecting the general health, safety, and welfare of the citizens of Orange County; and WHEREAS, the Orange County Commissioners have ultimate responsibility for the protection of people and property within Orange County; and WHEREAS, numerous citizens have expressed grave concern over the potential