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15 <br /> Commissioner Greene said she thought the process is not clear about why the Town of <br /> Chapel Hill makes a recommendation. <br /> Chair Price said the process does not make sense to her. <br /> The board agreed by consensus to delay the discussion until it received further <br /> information. <br /> 3. Chapel Hill Orange County Visitors Bureau —Appointments Discussion <br /> The board discussed appointments to the Chapel Hill Orange County Visitors Bureau. <br /> BACKGROUND: <br /> The Chapel Hill Orange County Visitors Bureau is charged with developing and coordinating <br /> visitor services in Orange County. It also implements marketing programs that will enhance the <br /> economic activity and quality of life in the community. <br /> The Board of County Commissioners appoints all 17 members, with representation from <br /> specific entities and fields. <br /> The following applicants are recommended for board consideration: <br /> NAME POSITION TYPE OF EXPIRATION <br /> DESCRIPTION APPOINTMENT DATE <br /> TERM <br /> Pam Chapel Hill Town Second Full Term 12/31/2024 <br /> Hemminger Council <br /> Representative <br /> Tanya Moore UNC Chapel Hill Second Full Term 12/31/2024 <br /> Representative <br /> Lili Engelhardt At-Large First Full Term 12/31/2024 <br /> Heidi Werner OC Lodging First Full Term 12/31/2024 <br /> Dawson Association <br /> Representative <br /> If the individuals listed above are appointed, no vacancies remain. <br /> Tara May introduced the item. She said Ms. Dawson does not reside in Orange County, <br /> but the board has appointed people in the past who do not reside in Orange County. She said <br /> the board will also consider an amendment to the Visitor's Bureau Advisory Board policy to <br /> allow people to be appointed who do not live in Orange County at a future business meeting. <br /> Commissioner Bedford recommended that the board appoint the four listed <br /> recommended applicants. <br /> Commissioner McKee seconded. <br /> The board agreed by consensus on the recommended applicants. <br /> 4. Commission for the Environment—Appointments Discussion <br /> The board discussed appointments to the Commission for the Environment. <br /> BACKGROUND: <br /> The Commission for the Environment advises the Board of Commissioners on matters affecting <br /> the environment with particular emphasis on protection. It educates public and local officials on <br /> environmental issues and performs special studies and projects. It also recommends <br />