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2 <br /> As part of this framework, the County engaged ECS Carolinas, LLP of Raleigh, NC to work with <br /> County management and its departments in developing baseline information and ongoing <br /> analysis and benchmarking tools in the areas of space utilization and facilities assessment. <br /> This information was provided to the Board at its November 12, 2013 Work Session. The <br /> abstract for this item can be found at http://orangecountync.gov/occlerks/131112.pdf <br /> Attachment C, "Follow Up to November 12, 2013 Space Study Report" is provided electronically <br /> (hard copies available upon request) and responds to the Board's request that staff <br /> provide/return with additional information regarding: <br /> • Options, costs and considerations for use or disposition of financially stressed facility <br /> assets <br /> • Options, costs and considerations for use of available unused/underutilized space <br /> • Availability and use of storage space by County departments and agencies, and identified <br /> needs <br /> Attachment B is the Executive Summary from the Report provided at Attachment C. <br /> Attachment D entitled "Work Session PowerPoint Presentation" is also provided electronically <br /> and outlines the talking points of the work session presentation. Hard copies of the presentation <br /> are available upon request. <br /> FINANCIAL IMPACT: There is no financial impact related to receipt of this report. There may <br /> be financial impacts related to Board decisions regarding the long-term occupancy and use of <br /> referenced facilities. <br /> RECOMMENDATION(S): The Manager recommends the Board receive and discuss the space <br /> study follow up information and provide guidance to the Manager and staff in anticipation of the <br /> FY2014-15 Capital Investment Planning process. <br />