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77 <br /> Describe this commission's activities/accomplishments in carrying out BOCC <br /> goal(s)/priorities, if applicable. <br /> Goal Two: Promote an interactive and transparent system of governance that <br /> reflects community values. <br /> Priority 7: Improve intra-and intergovernmental coordination, cooperation and <br /> collaboration. (a) Work with Town of Hillsborough on: Joint land use planning <br /> approaches, policies/ ordinances, and annexation, and Economic Development <br /> Districts. <br /> • The HPC is currently partnering with the Town of Hillsborough's Historic District <br /> Commission on a joint project to publish a book documenting the historic <br /> resources of the Town and County. The HPC and the Town worked together to <br /> establish a joint review process for projects affecting cultural resources (2014). <br /> The HPC is also proposing a process to allow for the future designation of historic <br /> landmarks located in the Town's ETJ. All of these initiatives speak to Priority 7. <br /> Goal Three: Implement planning and economic development policies which create <br /> a balanced, dynamic local economy, and which promote diversity, sustainable <br /> growth and enhanced revenue while embracing community values. <br /> • Three of the HPC's major activities (Local Historic Landmark Program, inventory <br /> and mapping of historic resources, and historic preservation education/public <br /> programs) help to ensure that historic preservation continues to be an integral part <br /> of the planning process to promote sustainable growth while respecting <br /> community values and the treatment of historic resources. <br /> Goal Five: Create, preserve, and protect a natural environment that includes clean <br /> water, clean air, wildlife, important natural lands and sustainable energy for <br /> present and future generations. <br /> Priority 15: Complete stewardship and management plans for Lands Legacy. <br /> • The HPC has been actively involved in the stabilization and ongoing preservation <br /> work for the historic buildings at the County's future park sites, with a special <br /> focus on Blackwood Farm Park. Members have offered suggestions on potential <br /> new uses for buildings that outlived their original purpose. The HPC is using the <br /> collective expertise of its members and staff to advise in the repair and use of <br /> these important farm structures and other County-owned historic buildings. <br /> If your commission played the role of an Element Lead Advisory Board involved in <br /> the 2030 Comprehensive Plan preparation process, please indicate your activities/ <br /> accomplishments as they may relate to the Comprehensive Plan's goals or <br /> objectives. <br /> (The Element Lead Advisory Boards include: Planning Board, EDC, OUTBoard, <br /> Commission for the Environment, Historic Preservation Commission, Agriculture <br /> Preservation Board, Affordable Housing Board, Recreation and Parks Advisory Council) <br />