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2 <br /> In response, the Eno River Association requested the contractor confirm a new location more <br /> suitable for the parking area, in an area that would require limited land disturbance and that would <br /> not alter the natural floodplain of the tributary. A new site was proposed and accepted by the <br /> Association, and an amendment to the easement language is necessary in order for the <br /> development of "Panthers Branch Nature Preserve" to proceed. A map is attached showing the <br /> proposed area of amendment for this purpose. <br /> The amendment would also eliminate the reference to two Exhibits that failed to be attached to <br /> the conservation easement when recorded. <br /> DEAPR staff has evaluated the proposed amendment relative to the purposes of the conservation <br /> easement and the continued protection of the property's "conservation values." Staff has <br /> determined that the new location of the development area would enhance the protection of the <br /> forested stream corridor and drainage within, while allowing for the development of the preserve <br /> for public enjoyment. <br /> As such, DEAPR staff concurs with the proposed amendment and addition of Exhibit D to the <br /> conservation easement, since it would strengthen the protection of natural resources recognized <br /> and addressed by the conservation easement. DEAPR staff also concurs with the elimination of <br /> the references to exhibits that are not attached to the conservation easement document. <br /> The Eno River Association and DEAPR staffs have worked with the County Attorney's Office to <br /> prepare the amendment to the deed of conservation easement attached, and pending approval, <br /> plan to have the amendment recorded with the Orange County Register of Deeds shortly after <br /> signing. <br /> FINANCIAL IMPACT: As the Eno River Association will incur the costs of recording, there are <br /> no new financial impacts to the County. <br /> SOCIAL JUSTICE IMPACT: There is no Orange County Social Justice Goal impact associated <br /> with this item. <br /> ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT: The following Orange County Environmental Responsibility Goal <br /> impact is applicable to this item: <br /> • RESULTANT IMPACT ON NATURAL RESOURCES AND AIR QUALITY <br /> Assess and where possible mitigate adverse impacts created to the natural resources of <br /> the site and adjoining area. Minimize production of greenhouse gases. <br /> RECOMMENDATION(S): The Manager recommends that the Board adopt the Resolution <br /> approving the amendment to the conservation easement and authorize the Chair to sign the <br /> Resolution and conservation easement amendment. <br />