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13 would like to be considered for the committee. She said they do not have a problem with shooting, just the shooting range. Michael Derling said he thought the committee is a good idea. He said he is not opposed to guns, but they are dangerous, and safety should always be the main concern. He said he owns guns, and it is important to give people guidance on the issue of shooting. He said the facilitator would be the most important person in this group. Missy Foy said she is surprised that there are objections to having this committee. She said there are people here tonight that were too intimidated to attend the last meeting and she herself has been threatened since the last meeting. She said safety should trump convenience and firearms kill people. She said even to suggest that the gun ownership group was intimidated two weeks ago is grossly false. She agreed that a facilitator is necessary. Robert Smith said he has lived in Orange County for 68 years, and there have never been gun issues before. He said safety is common sense but they still have a 2nd amendment. He said do not punish everyone, for what a few people are doing wrong. He has never seen anything like this in Orange County, telling someone they cannot shoot. He said children should be taught to respect weapons and how to handle them correctly. Chair McKee suggested that each of these segments be voted on individually. He said the establishment of committee has already been voted on. He said the question of a facilitator, and the composition of the committee, remain. A motion was made Commissioner Dorosin, seconded by Commissioner Burroughs that the committee has a facilitator. Commissioner Jacobs said the proposed facilitator is from the Dispute Settlement Center and is skilled and effective at mediating disputes. VOTE: UNANIMOUS A motion was made by Commissioner Jacobs, seconded by Commissioner Price to increase the number of Orange County residents at large —to 8 voting members (instead of 6) and make all others technical staff: • 8 residents Technical staff: • County manager or designee • Sheriff or designee • NC Wildlife Resources Representation • County Attorney • Planning Director • BOCC Liaison- one VOTE: UNANIMOUS Commissioner Jacobs referred to Mr. Stevens' comments and suggested that this committee include in its discussions whether existing Orange County regulations are in compliance with State law. A motion was made by Commissioner Price, seconded by Commissioner Jacobs to adopt the following charge: The group's charge would include, but not necessarily be limited to: