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4 Donna Coffey said it is a bit different because there has always been growth in the Chapel Hill area, which is not the case historically in Mebane or Hillsborough. Commissioner Burroughs referred to the CRHS project, and asked if the SAPFO numbers remain fairly flat, would OCS possibly delay this project. Pam Jones said yes, but two major developments have been approved in the Hillsborough area, and while elementary capacity can be maneuvered around, high school capacity cannot. She said these developments will be both single family and multiple family housing. She said it takes about three years for the developments to move from shovel ready to occupation. Chair McKee said to use the Collins Ridge development as an example, and asked how quickly the SAPFO numbers would reflect the growth. He asked if the capacity demand does not come to fruition, would OCS move some Phase 2 projects forward and the CRHS project move back. Donna Coffey said that is a discussion the OCS board would have to have. Pam Jones said there is enough flexibility to complete the design for CRHS and then manipulate the projects if need be. Commissioner Jacobs referred to the Collins Ridge development, and asked if the potential population impact would be felt more at the high school level than the elementary level, due to available capacity at the elementary level. Pam Jones said there is more flexibility because there is more capacity in the elementary schools and middle schools, but not in the high schools. Commissioner Jacobs asked if re-districting is anticipated. Donna Coffey said this discussion has yet to occur. Commissioner Jacobs asked if it is known when redistricting was last discussed. Donna Coffey said at least six years ago. Commissioner Jacobs asked if there is a felt need to put the new transportation facility close to the present one. Pam Jones said it should be near the center of Orange County, so that both school districts can have access. CHCCS Tom Forcella said this discussion began over four years ago regarding new buildings, and the conversation turned to the dire needs of the older facilities, then turned again to the "what ifs" and what may be possible with the older buildings to improve safety, and also increase capacity. He said it is clear that all needs cannot be met at one time, and CHCCS supports a long-range approach and vision for its older schools. Todd LoFrese reviewed the following PowerPoint presentation: Older Facility Recommendations and the 2016-26 CIP Key Elements of Older Facility Recommendations (included in the 2016-26 CIP Recommendations) • The recommendations are for a comprehensive program that focuses on the district's 10 oldest schools. • Facility recommendations include: o correction of building code violations; o improved safety by consolidating operations and controlling entry; o indoor air quality deficiencies and health concerns addressed; o replacement of malfunctioning mechanical equipment;