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34 <br /> A motion was made by Commissioner Bedford, seconded by Commissioner McKee to <br /> add Vasu Kilaru, Paul Cardillo, Patricia Hull, Todd Broucksou, and Terri Buckner to task force. <br /> Roll call ensued <br /> VOTE: Ayes, 6 (Commissioner Bedford, Commissioner Fowler, Commissioner Greene, <br /> Commissioner Hamilton, Commissioner McKee, Chair Price); Nays, 1 (Commissioner <br /> Dorosin) <br /> MOTION PASSES <br /> Commissioner McKee expressed concerned about creating an ex officio member from a <br /> broadband provider, as suggested by Katie Loovis. He said he does not believe that any one <br /> provider should hold a seat because they could potentially have a compromised position if they <br /> have an interest in submitting a proposal. <br /> Commissioner Greene agreed with Commissioner McKee and said she spoke with Lee <br /> Worsley at Triangle J Council of Governments, and Triangle J will provide resources for the <br /> task force should it be necessary. <br /> Commissioner McKee supported the suggestion of Triangle J Council of Governments <br /> providing support. <br /> Commissioner Fowler clarified that the meetings will be open, should a broadband <br /> provider want to attend. <br /> Commissioner McKee said all providers should be invited to provide information. <br /> Chair Price noted the time, and asked if the board wanted to continue with the meeting. <br /> The board agreed by consensus to proceed. <br /> d. Appointments to the BOCC Elections Advisory Group <br /> The Board considered: <br /> 1) making fifteen appointments to the BOCC Elections Advisory Group; <br /> 2) directing the Group to select Co-Chairs, with one individual from the District 1 area of the <br /> County and one individual from the District 2 area of the County; and <br /> 3) providing any further direction on the charge to the Group as it relates to desired <br /> outcomes from the Group's work <br /> BACKGROUND: <br /> At the Board of Commissioners' April 7, 2020 Virtual Business meeting, a petition was <br /> presented that the Board discuss and potentially change a portion of the process under which <br /> some or all Board members are elected. <br /> The Board subsequently discussed the issue at its May 5, 2020 Virtual Business meeting and <br /> voted to: <br /> 1) Establish a committee to study alternative methods of election; <br /> 2) Select members for the committee no later than January 31, 2021; <br /> 3) Have the committee review options and report back by July 31, 2021; and <br /> 4) For the Board to review the recommendations, and if necessary conduct public hearings <br /> and make a decision in time for the March 2022 primary election. <br />