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ORANGE COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
RESOLUTION OF COMMENDATION FOR
COMMISSIONER MOSES CAREY, JR.
WHEREAS, the residents of Orange County elected Moses Carey, Jr., to the Board of
County Commissioners in 1984 and re-elected him in 1988, 1992, 1996, 2000 and 2004;
and,
WHEREAS, Moses Carey, Jr., was elected Chair of the Board of Commissioners by his
peers in 1989, 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 2000, 2005, and 2007; and,
WHEREAS, Moses has proven himself to be a dedicated and effective public servant
who has gained the admiration and respect of all who have known him in both the public
and private sectors; and
WHEREAS, Moses was involved in many decisions affecting the character of the
community, each time exhibiting sound judgment, patience, and concern for the health,
safety and welfare of the residents of Orange County in his decision-making process;
and
WHEREAS, during his tenure as an Orange County Commissioner, Moses Carey, Jr.,
has shared his talent for leadership and public service through his work on numerous
committees, boards, and task forces including the Mental Health Board (OPC), the
Board of Health,
JOCCA (Joint Orange Chatham Community Action Agency), Orange- Chatham Justice
Partnership Board, NCACC President in 1993-94 and active in both NCACC and NACo
committees, Animal Services Advisory Board, design committee for the Animal Shelter,
the Durham Technical Community College Board of Trustees, and the Ten Year Plan to
End Homelessness Executive Committee, among others; and
WHEREAS, through his tireless service he demonstrated leadership, wisdom, creativity,
and community spirit -all tempered with common sense, good humor, and an
approachable and open demeanor -thus enhancing County services and improving
Orange County's unique quality of life; and
WHEREAS, the Orange County Board of Commissioners desire, on behalf of
themselves, other County officials and employees, and the residents of Orange County,
to express to Moses Carey, Jr., their deep appreciation and gratitude for the services
rendered by him to the County over the past 24 years.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED the Orange County Board of Commissioners
offers Moses our very best wishes for success, happiness, prosperity and good health in
his future endeavors.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that this resolution be presented to Mr. Carey, with a copy
sent to the press, and that the Resolution be spread upon the minutes of this meeting.
This the first day of December 2008.