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25 <br /> 1 applications over that two-year period. She said that applicants are given an overview of the <br /> 2 process when they initially apply. <br /> 3 Chair Bedford thought most applicants are unaware if they are being considered during <br /> 4 BOCC work sessions. <br /> 5 Commissioner Portie-Ascott said that applicants have told her that they have not heard <br /> 6 anything. <br /> 7 Chair Bedford asked if applicants are told that the applications are received. <br /> 8 Tara May said yes. <br /> 9 Commissioner Portie-Ascott said it would be good to provide updates to applicants. <br /> 10 Chair Bedford suggested reaching out to applicants at a one-year mark to update them. <br /> 11 <br /> 12 7. Board of Equalization and Review—Appointment Discussion <br /> 13 The Board discussed an appointment to the Board of Equalization and Review. <br /> 14 <br /> 15 BACKGROUND: The Board of Equalization and Review is a quasi-judicial body that hears <br /> 16 appeals from residents concerning various property tax issues, including valuation and exemption <br /> 17 appeals. The Board of Equalization and Review is charged with ensuring that all taxable property <br /> 18 is appraised and assessed according to the standards required by the North Carolina General <br /> 19 Statutes. Due to the nature of its work, the Board of Equalization and Review does not make <br /> 20 recommendations for appointments. <br /> 21 <br /> 22 The Board of County Commissioners appoints three (3) members, seven (7) alternates, and <br /> 23 designates the Chair. Appointees serve two-year terms, but there is no limit to the number of <br /> 24 terms one may serve. <br /> 25 <br /> 26 The following position is presented for Board consideration: <br /> 27 <br /> NAME POSITION TYPE OF EXPIRATION <br /> DESCRIPTION APPOINTMENT DATE <br /> TERM <br /> BOCC Alternate Partial Term 03/31/2025 <br /> Appointee <br /> 28 <br /> 29 If the position listed above is filled, no vacancies remain. <br /> 30 <br /> 31 Tara May introduced the item. <br /> 32 The Board agreed by consensus to seek more applicants as there is currently only one <br /> 33 applicant. <br /> 34 <br /> 35 8. Chapel Hill Orange County Visitors Bureau Advisory Board—Appointments Discussion <br /> 36 The Board will discuss appointments to the Chapel Hill Orange County Visitors Bureau Advisory <br /> 37 Board. <br /> 38 <br /> 39 BACKGROUND: The Chapel Hill Orange County Visitors Bureau Advisory Board is charged with <br /> 40 developing and coordinating visitor services in Orange County. It also implements marketing <br /> 41 programs that will enhance economic activity and quality of life in the community. <br /> 42 <br /> 43 The Board of County Commissioners appoints all seventeen (17) members, with representation <br /> 44 from specific entities and fields. <br /> 45 <br /> 46 <br />