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ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ADVISORY BOARD October 21, 2020 Orange County Economic Development Office 131 W. Margaret Lane Hillsborough, NC 27278 Minutes Members Present: Sharon Hill, Barbara Jessie-Black, John Morris, Kristen Young, Paige Zinn, John Anderson, Tom Proctor, Jonna Hunt Orange County Staff: Steve Brantley, Amanda Garner, Mike Ortosky, Lindsey Hirni Call to Order The meeting was called to order by Paige Zinn at 9:31 a.m. Approval of Minutes A motion was made by Paige Zinn and seconded by Sharon Hill to approve the minutes from the July 31 2020 meeting. The motion passed unanimously. New Business Steve Brantley gave an overview of the Summary of Small Business Survey Results that was taken by Orange County businesses to try and help with the County's long term economic recovery efforts. Steve discussed the long-term economic recovery and mentioned that a round 3 grant program will likely be approved by the BOCC. Steve also discussed the Business Directory Project which will also give a survey to identify the businesses in Orange County. The Economic Development staff will create and maintain a database to help keep track of all current Orange County businesses. Amanda Garner spoke about the Orange County Small Business Loan Program and Grant Sub- Committees that could use additional members should anyone be interest in serving on those boards. Old Business Advisory Board Membership Steve introduced the two new board members, Tom Proctor and Jonna Hunt, who were approved by the BOCC. He advised that the BOCC also granted one final year term for Paige Zinn to remain the Chair and they granted a 3 year term for Sharon Hill. Director's Report Steve provided a brief update on current project activity. The BOCC voted 6-1 to approve the RTLP. Steve gave a summary of the Buc-ee's project and overall business recruitment activity. Adjournment Paige Zinn adjourned the meeting at 10:27 A.M.