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I Orange County also ranks highest in the state in reported per capita recovery of electronics waste and is reported as among the top programs in the nation in pounds per person recovered. County Attorney Geof Gledhill introduced his new attorney that will be working for the County- Brian Ferrell. He joined the firm last month and has been a solo practitioner the last several years in RTP. He graduated from Wake Forest University Law School and UNC-Chapel Hill undergraduate school. He grew up in Orange County and his mom is Bonnie Ferrell, who works for Social Services. His dad is Mike Ferrell, who is the attorney for Wake County. John Link said that the Board charged staff before the summer break to address the tax burden that impacts the elderly and other groups. He said that he does not know of any example where any tax collector ever took action to evict someone from their home for not paying their taxes. He said that during Jo Roberson's tenure, she has gone out of her way to work with any citizen on a payment plan to pay their taxes. Rod Visser said that staff and the attorney have met to look at tax assistance and they will be meeting with the Chair and Vice-Chair to discuss the possible parameters. He said that the Board could send comments to staff as they develop options on this matter. Commissioner Gordon made reference to Jamie Daniel's comments and she said that the initial report from the Master Aging Plan Task Force had an item that was asking the Board to look at tax assistance for seniors. At the meeting at which the report was given, both she and Commissioner Foushee asked that this issue be brought forward. At a more recent Commissioners' meeting, Commissioner Gordon again asked for concrete action, and asked staff to research the issue of tax assistance for seniors and whether others of low income could also receive some tax assistance. Chair Jacobs said that the county Democratic Party adopted a position in favor of tax relief for seniors. John Link shared some of his feelings about leaving the County. He thanked the supportive staff, his wife, and his family. 5. Items for Decision--Consent Agenda A motion was made by Commissioner Halkiotis, seconded by Commissioner Carey to approve those items on the consent agenda as stated below: a. Minutes The Board approved the minutes of May 4, 18, 22, 25, and 30 of 2006 and June 1, 5, 13, and 19 of 2006 as submitted by the Clerk to the Board. b. Appointments (1) Animal Services Advisory Board — Reappointment The Board reappointed Ross Oglesbee to the Animal Services Advisory Board to a first full term ending June 30, 2009. c. Motor Vehicle Property Tax Release/Refunds for June 2006 The Board adopted a refund resolution, which is incorporated by reference, related to 90 requests for motor vehicle property tax releases or refunds in accordance with North Carolina General Statutes. d. Motor Vehicle Property Tax Release/Refunds for July 2006 The Board adopted a refund resolution, which is incorporated by reference, related to 53 requests for motor vehicle property tax releases or refunds in accordance with North Carolina General Statutes. e. Property Tax Releases