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1 <br />have presented at the Planning Board meeting, the written testimony that Craig Benedict <br />referred to, which is the opinion of Mr. Misenheimer that it does not adversely affect the <br />adjoining property values. He is here if you need to ask any questions. With that being said, we <br />just make ourselves available. <br />Chair Carey: Are there any questions from members of the Board? Is there anyone <br />else in the audience who would like: to speak on this matter tonight? There was none. Seeing; <br />none, would it be appropriate to close the public hearing and consider any action the Board <br />wants to take tonight? <br />Geof Gledhill Yes, Mr. Chair. <br />A motion was made by Commissioner Jacobs, seconded by Commissioner Foushee to <br />close the public; hearing. <br />VOTE: UNANIMOUS <br />A motion was made by Commissioner Jacobs, seconded by Commissioner Foushee to <br />approve the Zoning Atlas amendment in accordance with the attached resolution, which is <br />incorporated by reference (page 7). <br />VOTE: UNANIMOUS <br />A motion was made by Commissioner Jacobs, seconded by Commissioner Foushee to <br />approve the Special Use Permit; Class A application, in accordance with the attached <br />resolution, which is incorporated by reference (page 13). <br />VOTE:_ UNANIMOUS <br />Commissioner Jacobs: One point that was made by this 'Board 'I believe had to do <br />with the balloon test. It was item #4 on page 2. Some dissatisfaction was expressed, and <br />although: this applicant met the standards, I hope we're going to revisit this, or at least have <br />some further analysis of whether a five -hour period on a Monday morning is sufficient to let <br />neighbors know through a balloon test what is going on. I think we just want to make sure <br />people know. <br />Chair Carey: We'll ask the Planning Director to make a note of that and bring it back for <br />our consideration at the appropriate time, the standard, that is. <br />Craig Benedict: So noted. <br />b. Public Hearina on PrODOsed County and School - Capital Proiects and Related <br />Debt Issuance Plans <br />The Board considered conducting a public hearing on matters related to proposed <br />County and school capital projects and related debt issuance plans. <br />Budget Director Donna Coffey made a PowerPoint presentation. <br />Debt Issuance Plans <br />Orange County, NC <br />Public Hearing <br />December 12, 2006 <br />Purpose of Public Hearing <br />To receive public comment regarding the Board of County Commissioners' decision to move <br />forward with debt issuance plans totaling; $95.9 million between fiscal years 2006 -07 and 2009 <br />10 <br />- $6.9 million 2001 Voter Approved Bonds <br />- $85.3 million alternative financing for County (non- enterprise fund) projects <br />