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36 <br /> Slide #17 <br /> F <br /> �r <br /> { <br /> Y <br /> Commissioner Richards asked how many languages other than Karen and Spanish are <br /> spoken in Orange County. <br /> Leigh Anne King said she did not know. <br /> Commissioner Richards asked that there be a real effort to reach out to these populations. <br /> Commissioner Richards said she hopes that the farming community is targeted, because <br /> that is a group that often is not represented in community discussions. <br /> Andrea Goode said that there are a limited number of community meetings, but that they <br /> are purposely targeting those populations for the meetings. <br /> Antwain Goode said that there are groups within Orange County that will help with <br /> outreach to some of the targeted communities. <br /> Commissioner Richards suggested contacting 4-H to help reach the farming community. <br /> Leigh Anne King said there is a budget for targeted meetings, and they will discuss with <br /> staff how best to reach out and when. <br /> Chair Bedford suggested the agricultural summit for targeting the farming events. <br /> Leigh Anne King said that there would be another update at the November work session. <br /> 3. Affordable Housing Advisory Board —Appointments Discussion <br /> The Board considered an appointment to the Affordable Housing Advisory Board. <br /> BACKGROUND: The Affordable Housing Advisory Board prioritizes affordable housing needs <br /> and assesses project proposals. The Board also publicizes the County's housing objectives, <br /> monitors the progress of local housing programs, explores new funding opportunities, and works <br /> to increase the community's awareness of, understanding of, commitment to, and involvement in <br /> producing attractive affordable housing. As a general practice, this board has decided not to make <br /> recommendations for vacancies going forward. <br /> The Board of County Commissioners appoints all fifteen (15) At-Large members. <br /> The following individual is presented for Board consideration: <br />