HomeMy Public PortalAbout12-14-2015 Regular MeetingMINUTES
HILLSBOROUGH BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
7 p.m., Dec. 14, 2015
Whitted Human Services Center
PRESENT: Mayor Tom Stevens and Commissioners Kathleen Ferguson, L. Eric Hallman, Evelyn Lloyd, Brian Lowen,
and Jenn Weaver
STAFF PRESENT: Town Manager Eric Peterson, Utilities Director/Town Engineer Kenny Keel, Planning Director
Margaret Hauth, Finance Director Heidi Lamay, Management Analyst/Assistant PIO Jen Della Valle, Human Resources
Director/Town Clerk Katherine Cathey, Police Chief Duane Hampton, and Town Attorney Bob Hornik
ABSENT: None
CALL TO ORDER:
Mayor Stevens opened the meeting at 7 p.m.
1. PUBLIC CHARGE
Mayor Stevens did not read the charge but asked that everyone abide by it.
2. COMMENTS FROM MAYOR STEVENS
Mayor Stevens reminisced on the positive changes in Hillsborough in the last 10 years he has served with Commissioner
Hallman.
3. RECOGNITION AND COMMENTS
A.Certificate of Appreciation – Michael Gering
Mayor Stevens noted that Mr. Gering has been serving on the Chapel Hill/Orange County Visitors Bureau Board
of Directors for 5 years and has come to the end of his term. He read the recognition aloud and awarded it to Mr.
Gering.
B.Resolution of Commendation – L. Eric Hallman
Mayor Stevens expressed his deep gratitude for Commissioner Hallman’s service. Board members expressed
appreciation for the wisdom and assistance he has given to board members. Several board members expressed
appreciation for his moving issues forward. Mayor Stevens noted that the resolution passed with a unanimous
“aye.”
Commissioner Hallman thanked his wife, the people of Hillsborough for allowing him to represent them for three
terms, the staff for helping him to become a better public servant, and his mentors. He expressed confidence that
the board will make good decisions going forward.
4. OATHS OF OFFICE
A.Mayor Tom Stevens
B.Commissioner Evelyn Lloyd
C.Commissioner Brian Lowen
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D.Commissioner Mark Bell
The Honorable Pat DeVine administered the oaths.
7:26:59 PM Mayor Stevens called for a session break in order to hold the reception.
RECEPTION FOLLOWING OATHS OF OFFICE
RECONVENE MEETING – MAYOR TOM STEVENS
7:54:20 PM Mayor Stevens reconvened the meeting. He reviewed how the board works well together and encouraged the
board to continue to use the processes that work so well.
5.AUDIENCE COMMENTS REGARDING MATTERS NOT ON THE PRINTED AGENDA
None.
6. AGENDA CHANGES & AGENDA APPROVAL
There were none. Mayor Stevens approved the agenda as it stood.
7. INTERVIEWS
A.Historic District Commission – Interview Joe Griffin for a vacancy
7:57:45 PM Mr. Griffin addressed the board. He said he is an Orange County native, went to high school here, has
a deep interest in history, and renovated his own house in the Historic District two years ago.
B.Historic District Commission – Interview Virginia Smith for a vacancy
Not able to interview this evening – left sick.
8:00:26 PM Interviewed Kate Carroll who owns Radius Pizzeria & Pub as a restaurant representative to the
Tourism Board. As a restaurant owner, knowing we charge our customers a 1 percent tax which goes to the
Tourism Board made her curious, she said. She likes living history and the embrace of the new and all that is up
and coming in this area.
8.APPOINTMENTS
A.Hillsborough Cemetery Committee – Reappointment of Ashley DeSena to a second term expiring December 31,
2018
8:01:26 PM Commissioner Weaver made a motion to reappoint Ms. DeSena to a second term on this
committee. Commissioner Ferguson seconded. The motion carried upon a unanimous vote of 5-0.
B.Historic District Commission – Appoint Joe Griffin as an in town member for a term expiring January 30, 2019
8:01:35 PM Commissioner Lowen moved to appoint Mr. Griffin to a term on this commission. Commissioner
Lloyd seconded. The motion carried upon a unanimous vote of 5-0.
C.Historic District Commission – Appoint Virginia Smith as an in town member for a term expiring January 30,
2019
8:01:55 PM Commissioner Ferguson moved to appoint Ms. Smith to a term on this commission.
Commissioner Lloyd seconded. The motion carried upon a unanimous vote of 5-0.
D.Tourism Board – Appoint Kate Carroll as a restaurant representative for a term expiring December 14, 2017
8:02:13 PM Commissioner Weaver moved to appoint Ms. Carroll to a term on this board. Commissioner
Ferguson seconded. The motion carried upon a unanimous vote of 5-0.
E.Tourism Board – Appoint Sean Garrett as a restaurant representative for a term expiring December 14, 2017
8:02:44 PM Commissioner Ferguson moved to appoint Mr. Garrett to a term on this board. Commissioner
Lowen seconded. The motion carried upon a unanimous vote of 5-0.
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F.Selection of Mayor Pro Tem
8:03:11 PM Commissioner Weaver moved to appoint Brian Lowen. Commissioner Bell seconded.
Commissioner Lowen declined.
8:03:41 PM Commissioner Lowen made a motion to appoint Commissioner Ferguson as mayor pro tem.
Commissioner Ferguson said she would serve if Commissioner Lowen chose to decline. Commissioner Lowen
said he enjoys serving in this capacity but believes it’s nice to pass the opportunity around.
8:04:35 PM Commissioner Weaver withdrew the motion and thanked Commissioner Lowen for his service.
8:04:44 PM Commissioner Bell seconded Commissioner Lowen’s motion for Commissioner Ferguson. The
motion carried upon a unanimous vote of 5-0.
G.Committee Assignments for the Mayor and Town Board
The board agreed on committee assignments.
8:11:22 PM Commissioner Lowen moved to approve the committee assignments. Commissioner Ferguson seconded.
The motion carried upon a unanimous vote of 5-0.
9.PRESENTATIONS
A.Annual report from the Hillsborough Cemetery Committee by Chair Ken Ostrand
8:11:50 PM Mr. Ostrand reviewed the history of the past year and suggested how to go forward. In the past
year, the committee tried to preserve the cemetery from vines and vegetation with four volunteer days. 192
volunteers helped at the Old Town Cemetery clean-ups. They found things like a three-foot tall 180-year-old
stone. The committee looked at Margaret Lane Cemetery, which only has three surviving stones, cleaned the
stones, and it looks much better. Also, the committee researched the stones themselves, recorded and
photographed them as they are now and tried to read words not able to be seen now. They gained more names.
Finally, the committee tried to preserve stones for the future by taking the vegetation off, which has acid in it that
erodes the stone. The committee had 20 of the stones in the Old Town Cemetery professionally cleaned. The
committee hopes to do the same with the new town cemetery as well.
The research uncovered information about Charles P. Owen, associated with the biggest stone. There was the
discovery of an unknown stone of a former governor of the state. Next year the committee hopes to explore the
Masonic history as it links to the cemetery and to re-do the brochure, which was last done in the 1960s. The
committee also hopes to investigate what lies in the eastern half of the Old Town Cemetery and will use ground-
piercing radar. In that cemetery, we have 188 names, and more than 200 stones. The committee would like to get
it on the National Register as a standalone place.
Commissioner Lloyd added that Mary Engstrom did a lot of research and work. Mr. Ostrand agreed that Ms.
Engstrom did a great deal of work and was a tremendous genealogist.
10. COMMITTEE REPORTS (CRITICAL)
8:23:21 PM Commissioner Weaver reported that the Metropolitan Planning Organization had named a new chair and
vice chair. She noted that the News & Observer had reported that Durham had shelved commuter rail, but she wanted to
add that it’s still a part of Durham’s plan but the city doesn’t have a partner at this time. It’s still a part of the vision. She
also reported that the Hydrilla test project is showing promise. Also, there was an article in the paper about the delay in
nutrient clean up in Falls Lake, and that is because the state has been slow to approve the programs for which
municipalities can get nutrient credit.
Commissioner Lloyd reported there will be a press release about the new fire truck arriving on Friday. Two identical
trucks are arriving. Hillsborough is paying for one and Orange Rural the other.
8:26:37 PM Commissioner Ferguson reported that the new director of TJCOG was making an effort to visit every
jurisdiction. It’s a good opportunity to share what we are doing. Also, staff is aware that TJCOG offers us technical
assistance. She thanked everyone for attending the Fairview holiday party.
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11.REPORT FROM THE TOWN MANAGER
No report
12. DEPARTMENTAL REPORTS
None.
13. ITEMS FOR DECISION – CONSENT AGENDA
A.Minutes of the October 15, 2015 Joint Public Hearing, Minutes of the November 9, 2015 Board of
Commissioners Regular Meeting, and Minutes of the November 9, 2015 Board of Commissioners Regular
Meeting Closed Session
B.Miscellaneous budget amendments and transfers
C.Dedication of Cates Creek Parkway (extension) and Cates Creek Park from Stratford NC, LLC to the Town of
Hillsborough and begin 1-year warranty
D.Acceptance of water & sewer facilities at Cates Creek Parkway, Phase 2, and start of 1-year warranty period
E.Acceptance of water & sewer facilities at Elfin's Pond subdivision, Phase 1, and start of 1-year warranty period
F.Extension of vested right for the Special Use Permit authorizing the Bellevue Mill apartment project (SUP 2007-
1)until December 31, 2016.
G.Renewal of interlocal agreement with Orange County regarding Fairview Park
8:28:11 PM Commissioner Lowen moved to approve the consent agenda. Commissioner Ferguson seconded.
The motion carried upon a unanimous vote of 5-0.
14.ITEMS FOR DECISION – REGULAR AGENDA
A.Proposal from Development Finance Initiative to assist the town with redevelopment of 153 W King St (former
Colonial Inn) if the town acquires the property
Ms. Hauth introduced Michael Lemanski, director of Development Finance Initiative (DFI) with the UNC School
of Government. The board was invited to ask questions. Mayor Stevens asked for a quick overview.
Mr. Lemanski summarized that DFI advises governments around the state on how to redevelop properties. He
gave his background. He said this helps governments take control of the goal and the timeframe. The proposal is
about allowing us to take that project, dive deeper to get more detailed information, and work through the historic
tax credits, so when the town is ready to turn it over, you have a plan ready to go. DFI can help find the right
partner, too. DFI can help lead the process of development. DFI does this at-risk and at the board’s request.
Mayor Stevens asked for clarification of at-risk. Mr. Lemanski clarified DFI only gets paid if DFI finds a private
partner or if there is a project that does move forward. Mayor Stevens said you wouldn’t be doing that if you
didn’t have some optimism that there’s a very good chance this will move forward. Mr. Lemanski answered
we’ve taken a look and we believe there’s a financeable project here, and we’re willing to take the risk to move
this project forward.
Mayor Stevens said we’re just looking at this right now, and the board appreciates your hurrying to get it to this
meeting. There were no questions at this time.
B.Request from McDonalds to consider a modification to their compliance deadline of April 2016 for removal of
their non-conforming signs in consideration of pending impacts from NCDOT road construction projects
8:35:39 PM Ms. Hauth reviewed that three years ago she sent letters out about noncompliant signs. Most
businesses had six years to comply. A handful was given three years, including McDonald’s, and the three years
is up in April. Their sign was noncompliant before. NCDOT has notified McDonald’s that it will acquire the
property, so McDonald’s is asking for a waiver. Ms. Hauth said there’s flexibility for this board but the town staff
is compelled to enforce the rules.
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Mayor Stevens asked whether we know from the DOT plan that they are going to acquire the property or whether
it’s a maybe. Paul Willoughby, owner of the McDonald’s, said the final plans are being done for 2017. The
acquisition is to take place in 2021. They will take 150 feet, which comes across the middle of the lot, so we’ll
have to leave, abandon the property. It will take over half of the parking in front. From that standpoint, I have no
problem with ordinances, but it’s a little different in that we have to take two signs down and put one up by April
for a short period of time.
Mayor Stevens asked for clarification that the business would no longer be there at all. Ms. Hauth agreed.
Mayor Stevens said we want to support local businesses. Commissioner Lowen said it’s a reasonable request and
McDonald’s brings considerable meals and beverage tax in town. He asked the town attorney if the board sets
legal precedence by saying McDonald’s can do this. Mr. Hornik answered it concerns me a little bit in that regard.
He noted the property owner had three extra years to come into conformity and is now asking for eight more
years. He sees construction beginning in 2023 and doesn’t know if that means on I-85 or at that property.
Business owners will come ask for more time because of hardship. He’s thinking this property is going for eight
more years. Ultimately it’s up to you, but I have concern about legal consistency, Mr. Hornik advised.
Mr. Willoughby said the timeframe is something none of us know. But normally, when acquisition comes, the
money is sent to McDonald’s Corporation. It’s not the time construction starts but at the time when acquisition
takes place. He doesn’t know if other property owners will be bought out.
Commissioner Ferguson asked if there are options, since it’s the state’s taking, and if we can establish that it’s
tailored to this situation.
Mr. Hornik said we could amend our code. Right now, this is the law in Hillsborough. Other people will come
with different reasons, not because property is taken away. It will be another reason of hardship. We have to be
prepared to deal with that when it happens.
Mr. Willoughby asked if there is a compromise, like take down the high sign and leave the street sign. He is
required by the corporation to have that one. Redoing that one is $30,000.
Commissioner Weaver asked Ms. Hauth how many businesses might be affected. Ms. Hauth answered Hardees
and the Shell station (has six years), of the five in three-year compliance.
Commissioner Bell asked about those further south. Ms. Hauth answered more signs are likely to be compliant
because of new development. The Ford sign is one of the five that needs to come down in three years.
Mr. Hornik said let’s sit down and think of a policy that will address very similar situations with the I-85
widening. We should be able to put together a proposal for how to address non-conforming signs on these
properties. We don’t want to do it on a piece-meal basis.
Ms. Hauth said she is looking for direction from the board on middle ground or enforcement.
Board members and Mr. Willoughby liked Mr. Hornik’s idea.
C.Award conceptual design work for train station property to Summit Design Engineers and Surface 678 and
authorize staff to enter into a contract not to exceed $20,000
Ms. Hauth said it will not be about architecture but rather where stormwater should go. Four responded. Staff
recommends the above. It’s an engineering and landscape project. Staff would like authorization for the
previously allocated $20,000.
8:55:45 PM Commissioner Ferguson moved to award the conceptual design work as described above.
Commissioner Lowen seconded. The motion carried upon a unanimous vote of 5-0.
D.Recommendation regarding on-street parking concern in front of the post office
8:55:59 PM Ms. Hauth reported staff looked at whether the parking space could be saved. It’s not possible.
The suggested solution is to put down yellow paint to stop people from parking. East King Street is a state road.
Barricading would take longer.
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9:00:09 PM Commissioner Lowen moved to make the suggested changes. Commissioner Weaver seconded.
The motion carried upon a unanimous vote of 5-0.
E.Preparations for the FY17-19 Budgetary Planning Retreat scheduled for February 27, 2016
Everyone agreed to hold the retreat at the UNC Hospitals Hillsborough Campus. Mr. Peterson will send a
reminder on listing top three priorities.
F.Indigenous Peoples Day Resolution
Commissioner Weaver introduced this and recognized County Commissioner Renee Price in the audience.
Commissioner Price has been spear-heading getting all the municipalities to declare the resolution. It’s a clear fit
for our vision, Commissioner Weaver said.
Commissioner Ferguson asked if an indigenous person were present, a member of a tribe. Commissioner Weaver
said the tribal council has approved, given their endorsement. Commissioner Ferguson thinks it’s important for
things like this to be presented by people on whose behalf it is for. Commissioner Weaver said she understood her
sentiment. It’s not a top down thing. This is an important effort to reach out to the indigenous people of our
community, and it’s good for governments to reach out and say we see you, we value you, let’s talk about this as a
community.
Commissioner Lowen said his great-great grandmother is Occoneechee, so we are represented.
Renee Price said she attended the council meeting, and there was support. At the Orange County commissioners
meeting, she hopes to have several people with indigenous ancestry present.
Commissioner Ferguson questioned having it on top of Columbus Day and drowning it out.
Commissioner Price said across the country, different communities are doing different things. Some are replacing
Columbus Day. Some are holding a dual day. Some are declaring the last Friday in October. Carrboro is taking
the lead and chose the second Monday in October. Commissioner Ferguson would like to hear from our tribes
and suggested designating a day in November. It would be far more powerful.
Commissioner Lowen made a motion to approve it as presented. Commissioner Weaver seconded. The motion
carried upon a unanimous vote of 5-0.
9:08:50 PM Commissioner Bell moved to go into closed session. Commissioner Lloyd seconded. The motion
carried upon a unanimous vote of 5-0.
15.CLOSED SESSION
A.Closed Session as authorized by North Carolina General Statute Section 143-318.11(a)(5) to discuss and give
direction to staff regarding negotiating terms for the possible acquisition of real property (the former Colonial Inn,
153 W. King St.)
16. ADJOURN
10:09:00 PM Commissioner Ferguson moved to adjourn. Commissioner Weaver seconded. The motion carried upon a
unanimous vote of 5-0.
Respectfully submitted,
Katherine M. Cathey
Town Clerk
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WbertaS, Eric Hallman was appointed and sworn in as a member of the Hillsborough Town
Board on December l, 2003 and has served continuously until December 14, 2015, and during
,u,,.-� this term of office has displayed a sensitivity to the needs of the citizens of the Town of Hills
borough and has served unselfishly to improve the quality of life for all residents of the Town,
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���;;;:! WbertaS, Eric Hallman freely and patiently shared his experience and knowledge with new
,__-:i members, yet was also firmly open and excited to embrace new ideas and approaches, and
WbtrtaS, Eric Hallman is known to defend a position with vigor and tenacity, he is always
open to persuasion and compromise, and
WbereaS, Eric Hallman, following victory or defeat, is known to enjoy adjournment to local
establishments with colleagues to restore and refresh.
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���� bers, now take this oppo11unity to thank Eric Hallman for his dedication, professionalism, and
sensitivity in working as a Town Commissioner for the citizens of Hillsborough.
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Town of Hillsborough
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Town of Hillsborough
Board of Commissioners
Committee Seat Appointments
2016-2017
Mayor Pro Tem - Kathleen Ferguson
Committee Appointment Meeting
Frequency
Meeting
Time
Meetings/
Yr
2016-2017 Board Member
Responsible
TJ-COG Board of Delegates Bimonthly 4th W ed 5:30 PM 6 Ferguson (Stevens)
OC Visitors Bureau Monthly 3rd W ed 8:00 AM 10 Bell
Hillsborough Tourism Board Monthly 1st Mon 5:30 PM 12 Ferguson
TDA (Tourism Development Authority)Quarterly?4 Ferguson
Hillsborough Business Liaison/Chamber Economic Development Monthly 4th Tues 8:30 AM 12 Stevens (shared)
Transportation Advisory Board Monthly 2nd W ed 9:00 AM 11 Lowen/Weaver
Hillsborough Parks and Rec Monthly 3rd Tues 7:00 PM 12 Lowen
OC Intergovernmental Parks Work Group Quarterly 2nd W ed 5:30 PM 3 Lowen
Orange Rural Fire Dept.Monthly 3rd Thurs 12 Lloyd
Orange Rural Fire Dept. (Long Range Planning)Lloyd & Lowen
Fire Department Relief Fund Lloyd
Hillsborough Water Sewer Advisory Board Monthly 1st Thurs 7:00 PM 12
Shared [Stevens (Feb), Lowen (Apr),
Ferguson (Jun), Bell (Aug), Weaver
(Oct), Lloyd (Dec)]
Upper Neuse River Basin Association Quarterly 3rd W ed 9:30 AM 4 W eaver
Solid Waste Advisory Board Work Group Monthly Bell/Lowen
OC HOME Review Committee Quarterly AM 4 Ferguson
Partnership to End Homelessness Monthly 1st W ed 5:30 PM 11 Ferguson
Community Land Trust Monthly 2nd W ed 6:00 PM 8 Ferguson
Inactive committees/new committees If reactivated, mayor will attend or appoint
representative
Day of
Week
Set at each meeting
As needed
TBA
Quarterly as needed
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BUDGET CHANGES REPORT
TOWN OF HILLSBOROUGH
FY 2015-2016
DATES: 12/14/2015 TO 12/14/2015
REFERENCE NUMBER DATE BUDGET CHANGE BUDGET
ORIGINAL BUDGET AMENDEDCHANGE
USER
10-10-6610-5300-338 SUPPLIES - DATA PROCESSING
12/14/2015 2,500.00 6,974.00POE Switches 2681 9,474.00EBRADFORD
12/14/2015 2,500.00 1,184.00Computer & RAM for Server for Laserfic 2683 10,658.00EBRADFORD
10-10-6610-5300-570 MISCELLANEOUS
12/14/2015 25,000.00 -6,974.00POE Switches 2682 78,974.00EBRADFORD
10-10-6610-5700-743 CAPITAL - SOFTWARE
12/14/2015 20,000.00 -1,184.00Computer & RAM for Server for Laserfic 2684 17,958.00EBRADFORD
30-80-8220-5300-160 EQUIPMT REPAIR 2011 AND LATER
12/14/2015 71,580.00 2,000.00Replc Influent Grinder Stack/Cutters 2676 76,125.00EBRADFORD
30-80-8220-5300-320 CHEMICALS
12/14/2015 87,740.00 -2,000.00Replc Influent Grinder Stack/Cutters 2677 85,740.00EBRADFORD
44-10-3850-3850-002 PRIVATE CONTRIBUTIONS
12/14/2015 5,000.00 -5,000.00Funding No Longer Anticipated 2679 0.00EBRADFORD
44-10-6200-5700-720 CONSTRUCTION
12/14/2015 541,700.00 -30,000.00Reduce Budget to Match Reduced Fundin 2680 507,700.00EBRADFORD
44-70-3700-3700-400 NCDOT LOCAL FUNDS
12/14/2015 25,000.00 -25,000.00Funding No Longer Anticipated 2678 0.00EBRADFORD
-60,000.00
EBRADFORD 4:02:24PM12/07/2015
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RESOLUTION
RECOGNIZING THE SECOND MONDAY OF
OCTOBER AS INDIGENOUS PEOPLES’ DAY
WHEREAS, the people of Hillsborough of the State of North Carolina recognize that nations of
Indigenous Peoples have lived upon this land known as the Americas since time immemorial; and
WHEREAS, Hillsborough acknowledges that the annexation of the homelands of Indigenous Peoples
occurred over the centuries for the establishment and development of the town; and
WHEREAS, Hillsborough values the contributions made to the progress of society accomplished through
the knowledge, labor, technology, philosophy, arts and culture of Indigenous Peoples; and
WHEREAS, the people of Hillsborough understand that, to help close the equity and opportunity gap,
governments, agencies and institutions must change policies and practices to reflect the experiences of the
Indigenous Peoples of this land, and uplift the Indigenous roots of this nation; and
WHEREAS, the idea of Indigenous Peoples Day was proposed first in 1977 by a delegation of Indigenous
Nations who came before the International Conference on Discrimination Against Indigenous Populations
in the Americas, sponsored by the United Nations; and
WHEREAS, on February 4, 2002, the Occaneechi Band of the Saponi Nation, located in Orange and
Alamance Counties, became the eighth state recognized Indian tribe in North Carolina, and is one of 556
Indigenous Nations in the United States; and
WHEREAS, in 1990, representatives from 120 Indigenous Nations, at the First Continental Conference
on 500 Years of Indian Resistance, unanimously passed a resolution to transform Columbus Day into an
occasion to strengthen the process of continental unity and struggle towards liberation, and thereby to use
the occasion to reveal a more accurate historical record;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Town of Hillsborough Board of Commissioners
henceforth shall recognize the second Monday in October as Indigenous Peoples’ Day to celebrate and
honor the history, legacy, heritage and activism of Indigenous Peoples that have existed here since pre-
European colonialism; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that Hillsborough joins the Tribal Council of the Occaneechi Band of the
Saponi Nation in declaring that Indigenous Peoples' Day shall be an opportunity to celebrate the thriving
cultures and values of Indigenous Peoples; and
BE IT MOREOVER RESOLVED, that Indigenous Peoples’ Day shall be used to reflect upon the
struggles of Indigenous People in this land and elsewhere, to reaffirm a commitment toward
reconciliation among all Peoples.
Passed by the Hillsborough Board of Commissioners
_14th_ Day of _December 2015 ______________________________
Tom Stevens, Mayor
,
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