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7 <br /> Orange County and Mebane. The presentation shows some of the possible trails around Lake <br /> Michael and a possible sidewalk extension to connect the 500 homes in Ashbury Subdivision <br /> with downtown and Lake Michael. <br /> Staff will provide any other information at the meeting, and the governing boards can discuss <br /> issues related to this item as necessary. <br /> Attachment 5— City of Mebane Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan <br /> SOCIAL JUSTICE IMPACT: The following Orange County Social Justice Goals are applicable <br /> to this agenda item: <br /> • GOAL: ESTABLISH SUSTAINABLE AND EQUITABLE LAND-USE AND <br /> ENVIRONMENTAL POLICIES <br /> The fair treatment and meaningful involvement of people of all races, cultures, incomes <br /> and educational levels with respect to the development and enforcement of <br /> environmental laws, regulations, policies, and decisions. Fair treatment means that no <br /> group of people should bear a disproportionate share of the negative environmental <br /> consequences resulting from industrial, governmental and commercial operations or <br /> policies. <br /> If trail and sidewalk improvements are made, the public will have the opportunity to enjoy a <br /> more walkable and bikeable community. <br /> • GOAL: ENABLE FULL CIVIC PARTICIPATION <br /> Ensure that Orange County residents are able to engage government through voting and <br /> volunteering by eliminating disparities in participation and barriers to participation. <br /> The planning process for the Mebane Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan involved <br /> several citizen engagement opportunities. The Steering Committee also included stakeholders <br /> and citizen volunteers. <br /> FINANCIAL IMPACT: There is no direct financial impact associated with discussion of these <br /> topics. There are no action items requiring formal decisions. <br /> RECOMMENDATION(S): The Managers recommend the governing boards discuss the topics <br /> listed and provide appropriate direction to the respective staffs. <br />