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RESOLUTION <br /> Conservation of Native Wildflowers along Orange County Roadways <br /> WHEREAS, the natural beauty of native wildflowers in Orange County can be enjoyed by <br /> everyone, can attract guests, and benefit commerce, environmental health, and public well- <br /> being; and <br /> WHEREAS, enjoyment of native wildflowers is an occasion for all County and community <br /> leaders to unite for the benefit of everyone; and <br /> WHEREAS, many naturally beautiful species of native wildflowers, including Indian paintbrush, <br /> yellow wild indigo, and Carolina rose, are already prominently displayed along Orange <br /> County's state and county roadways; and <br /> WHEREAS, increasing the visibility of native wildflowers in Orange County is consistent with <br /> the vision of the 2030 Comprehensive Plan, and goals of many individuals, businesses, and <br /> community-based organizations; and <br /> WHEREAS, the presence of native wildflowers is essential to the fitness of native pollinator <br /> species necessary for productive and profitable farms and forests; and <br /> WHEREAS, it is desirable and attainable to experience the beauty of many more native <br /> wildflowers by reducing the frequency and extent of roadside mowing; and <br /> WHEREAS, State Road 1006 (Orange Grove Road) and State Road 1114 (Buckhorn Road) <br /> are examples of roadways with pilot projects where native wildflowers have been conserved; <br /> NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Orange County Board of Commissioners does <br /> hereby commit and encourage others to commit to the conservation of roadside native <br /> wildflowers along the roadways in Orange County, and do hereby authorize the Commission <br /> for the Environment and County staff to work with the NC Department of Transportation, utility <br /> companies, and property owners to plan and implement roadside management practices that <br /> will increase the visibility and enjoyment of North Carolina native wildflowers. <br /> This the 19th day of June, 2012. <br /> A motion was made by Commissioner Gordon, seconded by Commissioner Jacobs to <br /> adopt a resolution approving a plan to implement voluntary roadside management practices <br /> that will increase the visibility, enjoyment, and conservation of native wildflowers along some of <br /> the roadways in Orange County and authorize the Chair to sign. <br /> VOTE: UNANIMOUS <br /> 8. Reports <br /> a. Hydrilla in the Eno River <br />