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4 concern that Hillsborough was not represented. She hoped to understand this issue better and be able to articulate that understanding to her community. She hoped that the groundrules of "discussing undiscussable issues" and "eliminate cheap shots and other distractions" would be included. Steve Price, a representative of Colonial Hills, stated that he hoped to gain knowledge from this process. He chose the groundrule of "staying focused ". His concern was that the landowners and homeowners might not resolve the issues they confront during the process. Dr. Elio Soldi, an at -large representative, indicated that he hoped the process would not cause divisiveness. He chose the groundrule "stick to the facts and be specific ". Curtis Bane, a University Station Road area representative, stated that his concern is the cost to the landowners. He chose the groundrule "share all relevant information ". He also asked for the timeline on this plan. How far into the future is this plan targeting? How long will it take for all of this area to get water and sewer? He also requested that schools and police /fire protection be considered as well. Gary Hanker, a representative of the Old NC 10 South area, stated that an outcome he wanted to see was that trees would be left. He acknowledged that growth is going to occur. He wants to see the community remain as rural as possible while accommodating that growth. Meg McKean, a representative of the Stoney Creek neighborhood, asked for clarification regarding the legality of what this group accomplishes. She mentioned that reaching consensus, or unanimity, is important to the effectiveness of this group's work. Other parts of the County are more likely to emulate this process if consensus is reached. Lee Rafalow, an at -large representative, mentioned that he wanted to identify the characteristics of the neighborhood that make it special and assure that they are preserved. His concern is that not everyone who wanted to participate was allowed at the table. Trish Rafalow, a representative of the New Hope /Powder Mill area, mentioned that she hoped that this group would create a small area plan that preserves the rural character. Her concern was that this would not occur. The groundrule that she chose was "emplain reasons behind questions and statements ". Clint Burklin, a representative of the Orange County Planning Board, indicated that consensus was critical to the effectiveness of this process. He hoped that this group could speak as one voice when the process was complete. That would send a powerful