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DRAFT <br />February 2008 <br />Dear Candidate for Board of County Commissioners <br />Thank you for stepping forward to participate in the 2008 election process. This <br />election as the first under the voter approved district system ushers in a new era <br />of citizen participation and governance. <br />Our County Manager has proposed a strategy - from filing period to post general <br />election - to help enhance your knowledge and understanding of the <br />Commission as policymakers and partners in making county government work. <br />The information enclosed in this packet is the first step and includes the following <br />basic information: <br />Current Board of County Commission Calendar <br />Fiscal Year 2007-08 Budget (Compact Disc) <br />County Contact Information <br />Meeting and Work Session Agendas (Please Note: Staff will be obtaining a <br />-candidate-an-e-mail address-so as--to-forward meeting agenda and.-__ <br />materials paperless via the internet.) <br />Of special concern and included in your packet are information on campaign sign <br />regulations in the County and guidelines on political involvement by County <br />employees. <br />Special Notice about Posting Election Campaign Signs in Orange County <br />Orange County Personnel Ordinance Section 6.0 - Political Activity <br />Enclosed as well is a brochure on the process underway to update the County's <br />Comprehensive Plan to guide growth and development through 2030. <br />Orange County Comprehensive Plan Update Brochure (2006-2008) <br />The second step in the strategy to support and assist all Board candidates - after <br />the filing period closes - will be an opportunity to meet with the Chair and other