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8 <br /> Orange County Board of Commissioners - Vacancy Application <br /> 4. What do you see as the most urgent unmet needs facing Orange County. Please limit to 5 or less and <br /> prioritize these needs, particularly if listing more than 3. <br /> Affordable and reliable broadband access <br /> Affordable housing including rentals. <br /> Expand healthcare resources for individuals needing behavioral healthcare. <br /> Access to Childcare. <br /> Equitable Education in a safe environment. <br /> 5. If you could change one thing about the current county budget,what would that be? <br /> Considering the significant labor shortage impacting every sector in this county,the <br /> implications for our most vulnerable populations, such as our students and people needing <br /> behavioral health services, suggest that we act quickly. For that reason, I would increase <br /> funding to those departments for competitive wages and benefits. <br /> 6. What is your assessment of the county's funding practices with regard to the two school systems? <br /> How do you propose the BOCC meet over$300 million in K-12 public schools capital needs? <br /> Students have the best opportunity to become the best learners in a safe and comfortable <br /> learning environment. I would consult with fellow commissioners,school board members,staff, <br /> and stakeholders to understand the priorities of the capital needs before meeting with both <br /> school systems to discuss their greatest needs and desires. <br /> 7. Do you support the 1909 Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools special district tax? How should it be <br /> used? <br /> As a strong supporter of public education,every funding source is essential to students' <br /> success,so I support leveraging this funding source to meet local school needs. <br /> Applications are due to the Orange County Clerk to the Board by 5 pm on January 6,2023. Completed <br /> applications can be emailed to clerk[a orangecountync.gov or delivered to 300 W. Tryon St.,2"d Flr., <br /> Hillsborough, NC 27278. <br />