Orange County NC Website
Browse       Search
Chair Rich said the committee and representatives from the schools are discussing this <br /> and Craig Benedict, Planning Director will be doing a tour of the schools to explain options, how <br /> things happen, etc. <br /> Commissioner Price asked if the new construction price includes land. <br /> Will Atherton said no, it does not account for land, trailers, etc.; just the physical <br /> facilities. <br /> Commissioner Dorosin asked if a new school would be put on the site of the dilapidated <br /> building. <br /> Dr. Todd Wirt said this would not be wise, and schools have typically been located in <br /> relation to sewer and water. He said there is much growth in Hillsborough and Mebane, so they <br /> need to consider the school locations. <br /> 4. 2019 Legislative Updates <br /> • Budget <br /> • Class Size Discussion <br /> • Statewide Bond <br /> Chair Rich asked if there are any legislative issues. <br /> Dr. Todd Wirt said there is a lot of troubling legislation that is relevant to everyone in the <br /> room. <br /> Commissioner Dorosin applauded both districts for their innovative ways to deal with the <br /> issues they face, and encouraged the schools to take a bold and innovative policy step to <br /> eliminating out of school suspensions in elementary schools. He said it is an issue that is <br /> related to equity and access. <br /> Commissioner Greene thanked both districts for being so clear on their requests. <br /> 5. Adjournment <br /> The meeting was adjourned at 8:37 p.m. <br /> Penny Rich, Chair <br /> Sherri Ingersoll <br /> Deputy Clerk II <br />