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2 As followup to this conference, the Shaping Orange County's Future steering committee prepared a resolution that was adopted by all elected boards in the County. The resolution authorized the steering committee to continue its efforts by preparing a recommendation on a process for the development of a countywide "Community Building and Quality Growth Strategy". The steering committee met on a number of occasions during the period November 1993-March 1994. Assistance was provided by staff from each jurisdiction and the Dispute Settlement Center. On March 24, the Committee finalized its recommendations on process and budget. As outlined in the attached report, the Committee calls for a blue- ribbon task force of 18-25 persons representing a broad spectrum of interests be appointed - entitled the "Task Force on Shaping Orange County's Future". After team-building and information- gathering, the Task Force would then form committees to continue information-gathering and develop recommendations in specific areas. A number of goals and issues have been identified as a starting point for discussion. At the same time, the Task Force will embark on a community-building campaign to develop a structure and process for consensus-building. This effort should provide parameters and framework to the overall effort. The Task Force and committees will further analyze information and clarify issues before soliciting ideas on solving the issues. Recommendations would be part of a report to be presented to all four governing bodies. Implementation strategies and public hearings would be held, leading to a final report which would be available for use as a policy base for revising local comprehensive plans. The work of the task force is proposed for 12 months. A proposed budget reflects funding requirements of$50,000 - with $30,000 in staff time under three alternative approaches (please see budget memo). The distribution of cost also has two alternatives for distribution - a per capita basis and a sales tax basis. A resolution has been prepared for adoption by all governing bodies. The Towns of Chapel Hill, Carrboro and Hillsborough will be considering the resolution during the week of April 11. RECONEVIENI�ATION: The Administration recommends, in keeping with other governing board actions, that the Board adopt the resolution and refer the budget issues to a work group comprised of the four managers.