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Attachment 1 consequences of idling vehicles to school parents, and obtaining signage to post at schools. The CFE could also establish some county messaging as part of this campaign, or put together a public service announcement to broadcast on a local radio station during lunchtime. There are only 2 more BOCC meetings where an item could be presented to BOCC for their consideration before the summer break. There was considerable discussion of possible ways to proceed. Crook suggested that the CFE could develop a challenge for schools to implement. Perhaps school PTAs could undertake this effort in elementary schools, and clubs could lead it in the high schools. Additionally, some sort of competition amongst schools could be encouraged. The CFE could provide some relevant science in support of this effort. Piracci moved that the CFE adopt the framework compiled by Bouma and shown on a PowerPoint slide. This was seconded by Parry and this framework was adopted unanimously. There needs to be some was to measure the success of this effort. The CFE decided that Bouma should lead the effort and the CFE should provide ongoing support. VII. Roadside Wildflower Conservation — Given the late hour, a motion was made by Ward to table this discussion. Seconded by Parry. Unanimously approved. VIII. Committee Meetings — Brief committee meetings were held to discuss the draft list of potential SOE indicators provided by the UNC capstone students. IX. Updates and Information Items — information on the following items was provided: • New Solar Energy Rebates • Political Candidates Not Accepting Funds from Fossil Fuel Companies: http: / /nofossilfuelmoney.org /pledge - signers/ • Eno River Association Confluence Property Grand Opening May 5th 10:00 am X. Adjournment — Marzoula motioned to adjourn, and Parry seconded. Unanimous approval and meeting adjourned at 9:30.