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Chair Jacobs said, while it is clear to him that a majority of the Board is in favor of the Brewer Lane site, the Board needs to engage the public before picking a site. He said the Board made a pledge to do this right the second time. He said part of the criticism of putting a library in Carrboro, so close to the other branch library, is countered by the fact that the Board is being urged to spend considerable money to support the Chapel Hill library because of high use by Carrboro residents. He said that there is an agreement to re-examine this financial support once there is a branch library in Carrboro. He said this is a large chunk of money and it grows every year. Chair Jacobs said there are currently two libraries in Carrboro: McDougle and the Cybrary. He said that Carrboro has been a financial partner for the Cybrary from the beginning. He urged Carrboro to consider being a financial partner for the proposed branch library. 4. Update on Roberson Street/Main Street Sewer Line Replacement Project Michael Talbert reviewed the background information from the abstract. He noted that the estimates for this project have come in significantly higher than predicted. He said the County's total participation was originally $40,000; with the increase, this number would not exceed $80,000. He said this additional $40,000 is part of the County's economic development incentive and the article 46 sales tax. Chair Jacobs asked if this will this go on an agenda Michael Talbert said an agreement or amendment at this level can be approved by the manager. Commissioner McKee said the County needs to support existing business. He said he supported the sales tax to make sure that small businesses could receive this support. Commissioner Rich asked if there are any other changes anticipated. Michael Talbert said he understands this to be the end of changes. Carrboro Town Manager David Andrews said the higher bids were rejected, and there is work being done to get the number down. He said he anticipates this will not exceed $80,000. He said the Town appreciates the Orange County partnership. Commissioner Rich asked for the anticipated completion date of the project. George Seiz said bids will be opened on November 14 and presented to the board on November 26. He said contracts would be allowed in January, and construction was estimated at 90 days. Chair Jacobs said this is an appropriate use of the quarter cent sales tax. He said the direction from the Board is to keep going. 5. Update on Development Adjoining Twin Creeks Park Carrboro Planning Director Trish McGuire reviewed the background information from the abstract. She said the site is under construction, though there were some extensions and delays associated with economic conditions. She said the phasing plan was modified, and one of the plans was modified to increase residential density and include a small commercial component. She said a conditional use permit modification is needed to approve a site plan that conforms to the permitted zoning. She said there is a permit condition that requires the property owner to provide a bond in conjunction with one of the street extensions on the eastern boundary line on Jones Creek. She said this condition requires the developer to put up a bond for their share of the transportation improvement and bridge. She said the stream crossing needs a permit from the