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ORANGE TRANSPORTATION <br /> COUNTY GOVERNMENT <br /> TRANSPORTATION SERVICES DEPARTMENT <br /> COUNTY <br /> NoKrH CA 01 I NA OrangeCounty <br /> PUBLIC TRANSIT <br /> Item 6.b. <br /> Subject: Hillsborough Circulator& Corporate Extension Partnership <br /> Attachment: Hillsborough Circulator Route Map <br /> Orange County Food Resource List <br /> PURPOSE: To receive update on Hillsborough Circulator and Corporate Extension Partnership. <br /> BACKGROUND: <br /> Hillsborough Circulator: <br /> Orange County Transportation Services recently reviewed the Hillsborough Circulatorfixed route <br /> to improve efficiency, boost ridership, and better serve important destinations like government <br /> buildings, grocery stores, and neighborhoods. <br /> The new route (Attachment 1) will: <br /> • Current route is split into two separate ones to shorten travel times and improve connections. <br /> • Increased frequency by reducing wait times from 60 minutes to 45 minutes <br /> • Add a new stop at the Orange County Health Department <br /> • Create a transfer point at the Orange County Public Library, with just a 15-minute wait. <br /> A public hearing has been scheduled for June 17, 2025 to present these changes and gather <br /> community input. <br /> Corporate Extension Partnership <br /> Orange County Transportation Services is supporting the County's Corporate Extension <br /> Department by connecting people to various Food Resources throughout the County. A list of <br /> these resources is in Attachment 2. Some of these locations include churches, libraries, <br /> Community Centers, Social Services, and others. Anyone can be added to the list by contacting <br /> go.ncsu.edu/foodfororange. <br /> FINANCIAL IMPACT: No financial impact currently. <br /> ALIGNMENT WITH STRATEGIC PLAN:This item supports: <br /> Mission Statement <br /> Orange County is a visionary leader in providing governmental services valued by our community, <br /> beyond those required by law, in an equitable, sustainable, innovative and efficient way. <br /> Vision Statement <br /> We are a diverse, inclusive, and healthy county working together to strengthen our community <br /> and enhance the quality of life for all residents. <br /> RECOMMENDATION(S): Receive update. <br />