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r <br />e'~ <br />~.J <br />-- the County in terms of services. The County will be able to develop an impact <br />analysis from that information being developed. <br />i Collins continued outlining some of the new additions to the policy which involve <br />alternative systems and the requirements for the extension of water and sewer. <br />John Link reinforced that in Section C, page 11, in order to truly achieve <br />affordable housing, incentives will have to be established for those in development <br />to pursue affordable housing and that water and sewer is a means to pursue some of <br />these goals. <br />Questions and concerns expressed by the Board were discussed and will be <br />considered in the final version. <br />Motion was made by Commissioner Willhoit, seconded by Commissioner Hartwell to <br />accept the revised policy and set a public hearing for receipt of public comments on <br />the proposed Water and Sewer Policy and the proposed Environmental. Impact Ordinance <br />far October 10 at 7:30 in Superior Courtroom, Hillsborough, North Carolina. <br />VOTE: UNANIMOUS. <br />2j PRELIMINARY REPORT ON TAX CQLLECTIONS <br />Director of Finance Ellen Liston reported that by week 9 of this fiscal year <br />taxes collected totaled an adjusted amount of $2,314,496 as compared to 1987 of <br />$604,697 in 1987. <br />3. ORANGE/CHATHAM COOPERATIVE PLANNING WORK GROUP <br />(A copy of the Interjurisdictional Agreement is in the permanent agenda file <br />in the Clerk's Office). <br />Chair Marshall reported that there has been a continuing agreement in <br />principle that has been put together from meeting to meeting. At the last meeting, <br />it was decided to try one more time to come to an agreement. <br />After a brief discussion, it was the consensus of the Board to approve the <br />draft agreement as contained in the agenda. <br />4. ANIMAL CONTROL PROGRAM REPORT <br />(A copy of the report on the Animal Control Program is in the permanent <br />agenda file in the Clerk's Office). <br />This report was presented by Health Director Dan Reimer for information. <br />Discussion ensued on the method of registration and accountability. <br />Commissioner Halkiotis expressed a concern for those citizens who are unable <br />to pay to have a dog neutered or spayed and asked that all avenues be explored to <br />provide assistance to those who are unable to pay, including the senior citizens. <br />F. ITEMS FOR DEGISION ~ CONSENT AGENDA <br />Motion was made by Commissioner Carey, seconded by Commissioner Hartwell to <br />approve the items on the Consent Agenda as listed below: <br />1. STRATEGIC PLANNING CONTRACT FOR PUBLIC TECHNOLOGY INC. <br />To approve and authorize the Chair to sign the amended contract between <br />Public Technologies, Inc. and Orange County for assistance in implementing a <br />strategic planning methodology and workplan. <br />2. REQUEST TO DEED PROPERTY <br />To approve the resolution as stated below and authorize the County Attorney <br />tv proceed with the sale of foreclosed property: <br />RESOLUTION <br />WHEREAS, Orange County owns a tract or parcel of land located in Cheeks Township, <br />