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4 <br /> she shared the concern to the advocacy team, and they were grateful to get those comments <br /> and present them to the legislators. <br /> Vice-Chair Hamilton thanked everyone for sharing concerns about the revaluation. She <br /> said they will look at the revenue neutral rate and the needs of the county. She said that they <br /> are in an economic situation where people do not have a lot. She said they need to <br /> communicate clearly what money is being spent upon. She said that as a Board, they do not <br /> determine when or how a revaluation is performed. She said that the state sets the process. <br /> She said that homes in her neighborhood have sold at much higher prices, and that is affecting <br /> the value of her home. She encouraged everyone to review the county website and contact the <br /> Tax Office to get a better understanding of the valuation. She thanked everyone for their <br /> comments, because the Board will use these comments as they balance the budget. <br /> Commissioner Carter thanked everyone for their comments. She said she is looking <br /> forward to her first budget cycle as a commissioner. She said they had a good conversation <br /> with the Town of Carrboro for areas of collaboration, and she said that is one example of <br /> innovation as the county manages lower revenues and state and federal support. <br /> Chair Bedford listed the upcoming revaluation information sessions that the Tax Office is <br /> hosting. She said those are great opportunities for residents to get their questions answered. <br /> 4. Proclamations/ Resolutions/ Special Presentations <br /> a. Volunteer Week Proclamation <br /> The Board approved a proclamation declaring April 20-26, 2025, as "Volunteer Week" in Orange <br /> County. <br /> BACKGROUND: National Volunteer Week was enacted in 1974 by President Richard Nixon to <br /> celebrate the spirit of volunteerism and is recognized by states and local governments across <br /> the country. This special week encourages all Americans to seek opportunities to provide <br /> service to their community. <br /> Orange County has hundreds of volunteers that support the missions of County Departments, <br /> including over 250 residents serving on volunteer boards and commissions. <br /> More information on volunteering with Orange County can be found at <br /> https:Horangecountync.gov/3348/Volunteer-for-Orange-County. <br /> Tara May, Deputy Clerk to the Board, introduced the item. <br /> The Board of Commissioners read the proclamation in turn: <br /> ORANGE COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS <br /> PROCLAMATION <br /> VOLUNTEER WEEK <br /> April 20-26, 2025 <br /> WHEREAS, National Volunteer Week is an opportunity to recognize and honor the impact of <br /> volunteer service and come together to tackle community needs and foster a culture of civic <br /> engagement; and <br /> WHEREAS, experience teaches us that government by itself cannot solve all of our nation's <br /> problems; and <br />