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1 <br /> ORANGE COUNTY <br /> BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS <br /> ACTION AGENDA ITEM ABSTRACT <br /> Meeting Date: March 17, 2026 <br /> Action Agenda <br /> Item No. 8-d <br /> SUBJECT: Recognition of Nancy Freeman as Retiring Orange County Tax Administrator <br /> DEPARTMENT: Board of County <br /> Commissioners <br /> ATTACHMENT(S): INFORMATION CONTACT: <br /> Letter of Recognition BOCC Chair, Jean Hamilton, (919) 245- <br /> 2130 <br /> Laura Jensen (919) 245-2130 <br /> PURPOSE: To recognize and express gratitude to Nancy Freeman for her dedication and service <br /> to Orange County. <br /> BACKGROUND: After nearly three decades of dedicated public service, Nancy Freeman will <br /> retire on April 1, 2026. <br /> Nancy Freeman began her service with Orange County in 1997 and was appointed Tax <br /> Administrator in 2019. During her tenure, Ms. Freeman demonstrated leadership in improving tax <br /> collection efficiency, strengthening customer service initiatives, and fostering a professional and <br /> supportive work environment within the Tax Department. <br /> The Board of County Commissioners expresses its appreciation to Ms. Freeman for her <br /> dedication and service to Orange County residents, Orange County government, and the Board <br /> of County Commissioners. <br /> FINANCIAL IMPACT: There is no financial impact associated with consideration of this <br /> recognition. <br /> ALIGNMENT WITH STRATEGIC PLAN: This item supports: <br /> • MISSION STATEMENT — Orange County is a visionary leader in providing governmental <br /> services valued by our community, beyond those required by law, in an equitable, <br /> sustainable, innovative, and efficient way. <br /> • VISION STATEMENT — We are a diverse, inclusive, and healthy county working together <br /> to strengthen our community and enhance the quality of life for all residents. <br /> RECOMMENDATION(S): The Manager recommends that the Board authorize the Chair to sign <br /> the attached letter recognizing and expressing appreciation to Nancy Freeman for her service to <br /> the people of Orange County. <br />