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ORANGE COUNTY
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
ACTION AGENDA ITEM ABSTRACT
Meeting Date: December 10, 2013
Action Agenda
Item No. 11-b
SUBJECT: Animal Services Advisory Board — Appointment
DEPARTMENT: Board of Commissioners PUBLIC HEARING: (Y/N) No
ATTACHMENT(S): Under Separate Cover
Membership Roster
ASAB Information Documents:
Email regarding Lori Shapiro
Application for Lori Shapiro INFORMATION CONTACT:
Email regarding Andrew Wood Clerk's Office, 245-2130
Application for Andrew Wood
Email regarding Beth Grooms
Application for Beth Grooms
Email regarding Virginia Fitt
Application for Virginia Fitt
Interest List
Application(s) for Person(s) on the Interest
List
PURPOSE: To consider making appointments to the Animal Services Advisory Board.
BACKGROUND: The following information is for Board consideration:
• The following ASAB positions remain vacant. Discussions are being conducted
regarding qualifications of the available applicants. Please see attached email
documentation.
POSITION NO. NAME SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE EXPIRATION DATE
7 Vacant At-Large 06/30/2016
10 Vacant Animal Advocate 06/30/2014
12 Vacant Certified Animal 06/30/2016
Handler/Trainer/Tech
FINANCIAL IMPACT: None.
RECOMMENDATION(S): The Board will consider the information provided for potential
appointments to the Animal Services Advisory Board.
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Board and Commission Members
And Vacant Positions
Animal Services Advisory Board
Meeting Times: 6:30 pm -8:30 pm Third Wed. each month Terms: 2 Contact Person: Paula Ragan
Meeting Place: Community Room of the Animal Services Facility Positions: 12 Length: 3 years Contact Phone: 919- 942 -7387 x219
Description: The Animal Services Advisory Board is charged to provide input and advice to the staff of the Animal Services Department. This function may include reviewing the
allocation of resources, assisting in planning programs, and advising the Animal Services Director on policies and operation of the Animal Services Department. This Board
was begun 06/30/2005.
Dr. Susan Elmore Day Phone: 919 - 541 -3474
1 Chair Evening Phone: 919- 967 -4172
308 Glenwood Drive FAX:
Chapel Hill NC 27514 E -mail: elmore @niehs.nih.gov
Dr. DeWana Anderson Day Phone: 919 - 967 -9261
2 Evening Phone: 919- 967 -9261
118 Creekview Circle FAX:
Carrboro NC 27510 E -mail: dewana.anderson @gmail.com
Ms. Michelle Walker Day Phone: 919 - 448 -8029
3 Vice -Chair Evening Phone:
106 Carol Street FAY:
Carrboro NC 27510 E -mail: michelle.merck.walker @gmail.com
Ms. AV1Va Scully Day Phone: 644 -3200
4 Evening Phone: 225 -1254
1103 Willow Drive FAX: 644 -3226
Chapel Hill NC 27517 E -mail: lattegoddess @gmail.com
Mr. Arthur Sprinczeles Day Phone: 919 - 452 -2757
5 Evening Phone: 919- 241 -3531
610 Churton Grove Blvd FAX: 919- 732 -3373
Hillsborough NC 27278 E -mail: artangus @embargmail.com
Sex: Female
First Appointed:
09/21/2010
Race: Caucasian
Current Appointment:
06/07/2011
Township: Chapel Hill
Expiration:
06/30/2014
Resid/Spec Req:
Number of Terms:
1
Special Repr: Veterinarian from
Health Board
Sex: Female
First Appointed:
06/18/2013
Race: Caucasian
Current Appointment:
06/18/2013
Township: Chapel Hill
Expiration:
06/30/2016
Resid/Spec Req:
Number of Terms:
1
Special Repr: Veterinarian
Sex: Female First Appointed: 06/19/2012
Race: Caucasian Current Appointment 06/19/2012
Township: Chapel Hill Expiration: 06/30/2015
Resid/Spec Req: Number of Terms: 1
Special Repr: Town of Carrboro
Sex: Female First Appointed: 10/05/2010
Race: Caucasian Current Appointment: 05/15/2012
Township: Chapel Hill Expiration: 06/30/2015
Resid/Spec Req: Number of Terms: 1
Special Repr: Town of Chapel Hill
Sex: Male First Appointed: 11/19/2013
Race: Caucasian Current Appointment: 11/19/2013
Township: Hillsborough Expiration: 06/30/2015
Resid/Spec Req: Number of Terms: 1
Special Repr: Town of Hillsborough
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Board and Commission Members
And Vacant Positions
Animal Services Advisory Board
Meeting Times: 6:30 pm -8:30 pm Third Wed. each month Terms: 2 Contact Person: Paula Ragan
Meeting Place: Community Room of the Animal Services Facility Positions: 12 Length: 3 years Contact Phone: 919- 942 -7387 x219
Description: The Animal Services Advisory Board is charged to provide input and advice to the staff of the Animal Services Department. This function may include reviewing the
allocation of resources, assisting in planning programs, and advising the Animal Services Director on policies and operation of the Animal Services Department. This Board
was begun 06/30/2005.
Mr Warren Porter Jr
Day Phone: 919 - 612 -8992
Sex: Male
First Appointed:
04/23/2013
Evening Phone: 919- 612 -8992
Race: Caucasian
Current Appointment:
04/23/2013
6
9204 Laurel Springs Dr
FAX:
Township: Chapel Hill
Expiration:
06/30/2015
Chapel Hill NC 27516
E -mail: woz300z @yahoo.com
Resid/Spec Req:
Number of Terms:
1
Special Repr: Non - Municipality
VACANT
Day Phone:
Sex:
First Appointed:
11/19/2013
Evening Phone:
Race:
Current Appointment:
11/19/2013
7
FAX:
Township:
Expiration:
06/30/2016
E -mail:
Resid/Spec Req:
Number of Terms:
1
Special Repr:
Mr Michael Stewart
Day Phone: 919- 644 -0499
Sex: Male
First Appointed:
06/07/2011
Evening Phone: 919- 644 -0499
Race: Caucasian
Current Appointment:
06/07/2011
8
3303 Highland Farm Rd
FAX:
Township: Cheeks
Expiration:
06/30/2014
Hillsborough NC 27278
E -mail: mikestewartnc @gmail.com
Resid/Spec Req:
Number of Terms:
1
Special Repr:
Ms. Judy Miller
Day Phone: 919- 732 -9969
Sex: Female
First Appointed:
12/13/2011
Evening Phone: 919- 241 -3001
Race: Caucasian
Current Appointment:
06/30/2013
9
403 Jericho Rd.
FAX:
Township: Cedar Grove
Expiration:
06/30/2016
Hillsborough NC 27278
E -mail: jmiller221 @hotmail.com
Resid/Spec Req:
Number of Terms:
1
Special Repr: Animal Advocacy
VACANT
Day Phone:
Sex:
First Appointed:
Evening Phone:
Race:
Current Appointment:
10
FAX:
Township:
Expiration:
06/30/2014
E -mail:
Resid/Spec Req:
Number of Terms:
Special Repr: Animal Advocacy
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Board and Commission Members
And Vacant Positions
Animal Services Advisory Board
Meeting Times: 6:30 pm -8:30 pm Third Wed. each month Terms: 2 Contact Person: Paula Ragan
Meeting Place: Community Room of the Animal Services Facility Positions: 12 Length: 3 years Contact Phone: 919- 942 -7387 x219
Description: The Animal Services Advisory Board is charged to provide input and advice to the staff of the Animal Services Department. This function may include reviewing the
allocation of resources, assisting in planning programs, and advising the Animal Services Director on policies and operation of the Animal Services Department. This Board
was begun 06/30/2005.
Ms. Suzanne Roy
Day Phone: 919- 697 -9389
Sex: Female
First Appointed:
10/23/2007
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Evening Phone: 919 - 732 -8978
Race: Caucasian
Current Appointment:
06/07/2011
114 W.. Orange Street
FAX: 928-268-9998
Township: Hillsborough
Expiration:
06/30/2014
Hillsborough NC 27278
E -mail: suzanne.e.roy @earthlink.net
Resid/Spec Req:
Number of Terms:
2
Special Repr: Animal Advocacy
VACANT
Day Phone:
Sex:
First Appointed:
12
Evening Phone:
Race:
Current Appointment:
FAX:
Township:
Expiration:
06/30/2016
E -mail:
Resid/Spec Req:
Number of Terms:
Special Repr: Certified Animal Handler
/Trainer/Technician
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Thom Freeman
From: Bob Marotto
Sent: Tuesday, December 03, 2013 7S0 AM
To: Donna Baker;Thom Freeman
Cc: Susan Elmore (elmore @niehs.nih.gov); michelle.merck.walker @gmail.com
Subject: Animal Services: Animal Handler,Triainer, Technician Vacancy
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Donna and Thom:
We do not believe that Ms.Shapiro qualifies for this position. This is my own opinion, and the ASAB Chair, Susan
Elmore, DVM, concurs on the basis of her review of Ms.Shapiro's application and the supplemental information she
provided to us at your request.
The basis of this recommendation is that Ms. Shapiro has no qualifications as a trainer and/or handler and that her
education and training as a technician is quite limited. In particular, she does not have substantial clinical experience;
she has not earned a degree in the field from an institution of higher education; and she is not a Registered Veterinary
Technician (which in North Carolina occurs via the NC Veterinary Medical Board on the basis of degree completion).
The ACT courses she has taken are online resources that are used by vet clinics for staff development but they are not
restricted to vet clinic staff. As the public may take and pass an ACT course, dong so does not indicate proficiency or
experience as an animal technician. These online courses do not replace the knowledge and training that someone can
get from an AVMA recognized Veterinary Technology Program (www.avma.org) nor what one can get from actually
working in the field.
Both Dr. Elmore and I believe that it is important to make this recommendation despite the disappointment we expect it
to cause Ms. Shapiro. This is the only ASAB position, besides the two for veterinarians, that has qualifications. Given the
rapid changes that are continuing in the field of animal service and welfare, and not least the ongoing process of
professionalization throughout the field, we believe it is very important that these qualifications be met by the BOCC's
appointment.
Bob
Bob Marotto
Director
Orange County Animal Services
(919) 968-2287
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*Canned Pet Food Drive (Nov 11-Dec 21)
*Featured photography at the Hillsborough branch of the Orange Co. Public Library *Parades (Dec 7 & 14) *Pictures with
Santa (Dec 21)
Check us out online or on facebook for all the fun this Holiday Season!
web: www.orangecountync.gov/animalservices
facebook: www.facebook.com/OCASpets
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Page 1 of 2 Lori Shapiro
Volunteer Application
Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions
Name: Ms. Lori Shapiro
Name Called:
Home Address: 4131 Red Tail Run
Efland NC 27243
Phone (Day): 919-563-0359
Phone (Evening): Same
Phone (Cell):
Email: jackandlori @mebtel.net
Place of Employment: Looking
Job Title:
Year of OC Residence: 1995
Township of Residence: Bingham
Zone of Residence: . . .
Sex: Female
Ethnic Background: Caucasian
Boards/Commissions applied for:
Animal Services Advisory Board
Community Activities/Organizational Memberships:
Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards:
Work Experience: Currently employed by and have worked for over 12 years for Orange
County Health Department as a Maternal Child Health Social Worker located at a family
medicine clinic affiliated with UNC-Health Care; have worked overall for more than 26
years as a Masters degree Social Worker, primarily in medical care settings. Very much
at ease in health care setting, strong fluency in medical terminolgy. Strong people skills,
well developed ability to connect people with resources, and said to have a calming
influence in difficult situations. (This statement combines my work, volunteer and
educational experience) For the last several years I have been enrolled in the Animal
Care Management Program at Alamance Community College. During that time for two
different semesters I completed non-paid Veterinary Technician Internships at two
different private veterinary hospitals in Carrboro. I hold several certificates with Animal
Care Technology (ACT), including Kennel Assistant, Veterinary Foundations, and
Veterinary Technician I and 11. 1 am currently looking for a job as a Veterinary Technician.
Previously I worked for almost 30 years as a Master's level Social Worker.
Volunteer Experience: Held volunteer position on Orange County Adult Home Care
Advisory Committee for five years (1995-2000); concurrently held volunteer position for
same five years on the Advisory Committee of Retired Senior Volunteer Program through
the Orange County Department on Aging. Have been extremely active volunteer in
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numerous capacities for local bicycling club and previously for very large bicyling club in
the Washington DC Metropolitan area. Have been Volunteer Coordinator for multiple
projects and activities. Held position as chair and vice-chair for several years on
neighborhood association; recognized for natural leadership skills and creative ideas.
Praised for strong organizational skills and keen attention to detail. For approximately
five years I was on the Orange County Domiciliary Care Advisory Committee and the
Advisory Committee to the RSVP Program of the Orange County Department on Aging.
Education: Recently completed seven courses, including a 16 week internship in Animal
Care and Management at Alamance Community College; internship involved hands-on
care at a multi-service AAHA-accredited animal care facility (services included veterinary
hospital, gromming, and kennel); course work covered basic animal health care,
zoonoses and Red Cross Certification. Have Masters Degree in Social Work and on-
going continuous training to maintain license as certifed clinical social worker.
Other Comments:
Dedicated and passionate advocate of animal rescue and adoption services; adopted my
own dog from CARE (Chatham Animal Rescue and Education). Participated in a
Advanced Puppy Obedience Course at the Animal Protection Society on Nick's Road in
Mebane. Posses natural capacity towards motivating others, conducting successful
public relations and promotional activites. STAFF COMMENTS: Originally applied for
Animal Services Advisory Board 6/5/2008. ADDRESS VERIFICATION: 4131 Red Trail
Run is in Bingham Township, OCPL jurisdiction. Am very interested in and committed to
the issues that come under the purview of this advisory board, and currently have the
time and energy to make a contribution. STAFF COMMENTS: Applied for ASB
5/28/2010. ADDRESS VERIFICATION: 4131 Red Trail Run is in Bingham Township,
OCPL jurisdiction.
This application was current on: 11/18/2013 Date Printed: 11/27/2013
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Thom Freeman
From: Bob Marotto
Sent: Friday, November 22, 2013 2:31 PM
To: Susan Elmore (el more @niehs.nih.gov); michelle.merck.walker @gmail.com
Cc: Thom Freeman
Subject: ASAB: Animal Advocate Vacancy.
Attachments: Andrew Wood ASAB Application.docx
Importance: High
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Susan and Michele:
Please see the request below from BOCC Chair Jacobs and further below my summary of the animal
advocate position. Attached is the application for Andrew Woods who is being considered far the animal
advocate position.
My opinion is that Mr. Woods does not qualify for this position. The reason is that he does not have(or
relay) experience demonstrating a commitment to animal welfare or advocacy. Please let me know if you
agree or disagree with my assessment at your earliest convenience.
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1 am thinking it would be a good idea to identify the candidates in the pool who do meet the requirements
for this position and communicate them to the Clerk as well. Do you think I should refrain from doing so for
some reason?
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Director
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(919) 968-2287
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HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS HAS OFFICIALLY STARTED
*Reduced adoption fees for all dogs and catsU
*Canned Pet Food Drive(Nov 11-Dec 21)
*Featured photography at the Hillsborough branch of the Orange Co. Public Library
*Parades(Dec 7& 14)
*Pictures with Santa(Dec 21)
Check us out online or on facebook for all the fun this Holiday Season!
web: www.orangecountync.gov/animaIservices
facebook: www.facebook.com/OCASpets
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From: Elmore, Susan (NIH/NIEHS) [E] <elmore @niehs.nih.gov>
Sent: Friday, November 22, 2013 3:29 PM
To: Bob Marotto; michelle.merck.walker @gmail.com
Cc: Thom Freeman
Subject: Re:ASAB: Animal Advocate Vacancy.
Importance: High
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Dear Bob,
I have read Andrew Wood's application and, although I can appreciate his commitment to serve, he does not appear to
have any relevant experience in the field of animal welfare or advocacy. It is my understanding that anyone to be
considered for the position of animal advocate should have some prior experience that demonstrates a commitment to
animal welfare and/or advocacy. None of Mr. Wood's prior community activities or organizational memberships fall
under this category.
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Susan
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Page 1 of 2 Andrew Wood
Volunteer Application
Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions
Name: Mr. Andrew Wood
Name Called:
Home Address: 203 Raleigh St
Chapel Hill NC 27514
Phone (Day): 919-791-6005
Phone (Evening): 919-791-6005
Phone (Cell):
Email: andrewwa @live.unc.edu
Place of Employment: University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Job Title: Full Time Student
Year of OC Residence: 2012
Township of Residence: Chapel Hill
Zone of Residence: ETJ - Chapel Hill
Sex: Male
Ethnic Background: Caucasian
Boards/Commissions applied for:
Animal Services Advisory Board
Having sat on advisory boards in the University setting, I am familiar with
the professional policy making process and funding allocation. I have also
served as a chairman for a committee granting me experience in decision
making and preparing me for working in a professional political atmosphere.
I am passionate about animals - being a dog owner myself- and I would
love to serve on a committee that addresses the needs of both animals and
the community. My fresh perspective as a student and UNC-CH in
combination with my enthusiasm for animal awareness would allow me to
make a positive impact on the Animal Services Advisory Board.
Chapel Hill Library Board of Trustees
My chairmanship within UNC-CH student government and my positions on
advisory boards throughout the University s administration have provided
me with the skills necessary to discuss policy and funding within a
professional political setting. As an involved student, I am prepared to
extend the scope my civic duties and contribute positively to the community
around me. I began my university career as an English major, and my love
for literature and libraries in general inspires me to seek involvement on
Chapel Hill s Library Board of Trustees. My experiences with community
event and campaign planning have prepared me to serve on such a
committee and to provide a fresh student perspective that may help to
create greater connections between the University and the Town/County.
While I may not be majoring in Library Science, I am familiar with the
general civic purpose of a library and would greatly enjoy serving the town
of Chapel Hill and Orange County in a positive manner.
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Chapel Hill/Orange County Visitors Bureau
I have served on several committees that function to plan events and
policies that best serve the UNC-CH student body. My experiences in
strategizing and planning within UNC s student government as well as my
previous involvement with the State s Board of Governors and General
Administration have prepared me to work in a professional political
atmosphere. As a student pursuing a degree in Journalism and Mass
Communications with a specialization in Graphic Design, I would be able to
contribute both a fresh students perspective in regards to tourism and
marketing campaigns and could contribute my talents in any way possible. I
am passionate about the town of Chapel Hill - not just the University- and
my involvement and connections with the community would contribute
positively to the makeup of the visitor s bureau.
Chapel Hill Parks and Recreation Commission
As a lover of the outdoors and fun weekend activities, I understand the true
value of parks to a community. Not only does my passion for parks extend
to the physical locations, but I value the worth that they bring by offering a
space to bring neighbors from the same community together in communal
recreation and activities. My experiences serving on UNC-CH s student
government and sitting on advisory boards for the UNC System s policy-
making functions, I am prepared to serve in a professional political
atmosphere for deciding on policy issues and funding allocations. By
applying for this position, I hope to provide a connection between the
University and town s park and recreation services as well as provide a
fresh student perspective on any advisory committees.
Community Activities/Organizational Memberships:
II m heavily involved in UNC-CH s student government. I have served the UNC system
and community by advising members of Tom Ross administration on various policy
issues. I also serve as a chair for the Multicultural Affairs and Diversity Outreach
committee of student government. In addition, I sit on a committee that advises UNC-CH
s provost on LGBTQ issues and allocates funding to University departments and
organizations. I attend classes at UNC-CH as a full time student and am a dues-paying
member of the Young Democrats. I serve as an executive assistant to the Senior Adviser
within Student Government and sit on the University s Diversity Awards Committee.
Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards:
Other Comments:
STAFF COMMENTS: Originally (10/01-02/2013) applied for Chapel Hi III Library Board of
Trustees, Chapel Hill/Orange County visitors Bureau, and Chapel Hill Parks and
Recreation Commission, and Animal Services Advisory Board. ADDRESS
VERIFICATION: 203 Raleigh St., is Chapel Hill Jursidiction, Chapel Hill ETJ, and
Chapel Hill Town Limits.
This application was current on: 10/1/2013 11:48:19 PM Date Printed: 11/27/2013
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Thom Freeman
From: Bob Marotto
Sent: Tuesday, December 03, 2013 9:24 AM
To: Thom Freeman; Donna Baker
Cc: Susan Elmore (el more @niehs.nih.gov); michelle.merck.walker @gmail.com
Subject: ASAB Vacancies & New Applicant
Donna and Thom,
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In another vein, I would suggest that the BOCC may be able to add Beth Groom, DDS(a new applicant)to the list of
applicants for the animal advocate position after staff finds out more about her experience and confers with ASAB
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officers. Depending upon her involvement with the Coalition to Unchain Dogs,she may well satisfy the criteria for this
position, i.e.,that she has "experience [that] demonstrates a commitment to animal welfare and/or advocacy.°
Parenthetically, I would note that Orange County Animal Services and the Coalition to Unchain Dogs collaborate in
remedying unlawful tethering and that the Coalition's efforts dovetail with our Community Spay/Neuter Program (since
all dogs for whom fences are built must be sterilized).
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Please note that Dr. Groom may also meet the criteria for the position of animal handler/trainer/technician given her
activities as a trainer. Finding out more about her background will enable staff and ASAB officers to offer an informed
recommendation about whether she meets the qualifications for this position as well.
Bob Marotto
Director
Orange County Animal Services
(919) 958-2287
HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS HAS OFFICIALLY STARTED *Reduced adoption fees for all dogs and cats!!
*Canned Pet Food Drive (Nov 11-Dec 21)
*Featured photography at the Hillsborough branch of the Orange Co. Public Library *Parades (Dec 7 & 14) *Pictures with
Santa (Dec 21)
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web: www.orangecountync.gov/animaIservices
facebook: www.facebook.com/OCASpets
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Page 1 of 1 Beth Grooms
Volunteer Application
Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions
Name: Dr. Beth Grooms
Name Called:
Home Address: 720 CD Farms Road
Hillsborough NC 27278
Phone (Day): 9192254883
Phone (Evening):
Phone (Cell):
Email: riverl@mindspring.com
Place of Employment: Beth Grooms, DDS, PA
Job Title: Dentist
Year of OC Residence: 2005
Township of Residence: Chapel Hill
Zone of Residence: County's Rural Buffer
Sex: Female
Ethnic Background: Caucasian
Boards/Commissions applied for:
Animal Services Advisory Board
As a volunteer with the Coalition to Unchain Dogs, I frequently assist with
building fences in the underserved areas of Orange County. I have seen,
first hand, the problems that exist in these areas in regard to the
acceptance of spay/neuter programs as well as the tethering ordinances.
However, I have also seen the positive impact of a well designed
community outreach program. In addition, I am a Certified Professional
Dog Trainer- Knowledge Assessed as well as a Professional member of
the Association of Professional Dog Trainers.
Community Activities/Organizational Memberships:
Volunteer with the Orange County Chapter of the Coalition to Unchain Dogs
Intake coordinator of the Great Dane Rescue Alliance
Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards:
Other Comments:
This application was current on: 12/1/2013 8:36:42 PM Date Printed: 12/2/2013
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From: Bob Marotto
Sent: Thursday, December OS, 2013 8:12 AM
To: Thom Freeman
Cc: Donna Baker
Subject: RE: New Applicant....
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Thom,
If you are listing current applicants who meet the qualifications for the animal advocate position, I believe that you
would want to include Ms. Fit in that listing. Her experience with the Animal Legal Defense Fund and pro bono work
certainly appears to qualify as experience showing a commitment to animal welfare.
Thanks for the follow-up.
Bob Marotto
Director
Orange County Animal Services
(919)968-2287
HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS HAS OFFICIALLY STARTED
*Reduced adoption fees for all dogs.and cats!!
*Canned Pet Food Drive(Nov 11-Dec 21)
*Featured photography at the Hillsborough branch of the Orange Co. Public Library
*Parades(Dec 7& 14)
*Pictures with Santa(Dec 21)
Check us out online or on facebook for all the fun this Holiday Season!
web:www.orangecountync.gov/animaIservices
facebook: www.facebook.com/OCASpets
Pursuant to applicable North Carolina General Statutes, any electronic mail message sent from this account or received by this
account, and any attachments thereto,may be considered a public record;and as such they are subject to inspection by anyone at
anytime.
From: Thom Freeman
Sent; Thursday, December 05, 2013 8:03 AM
To: Bob Marotta
Cc; Donna Baker
Subject: FW: New Applicant....
Importance: High
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and will be happy to include or she will just appear on the Applicant Interest List.
Thanks,
Thom
From: Thom Freeman
Sent: Wednesday, December 04, 2013 12:04 PM
To: Bob Marotto (bmarotto@orangecountync.gov)
Cc: Donna Baker
Subject: New Applicant....
Hi Bob, j
Attached you will find a copy of the application for a new candidate. She looks worthy of consideration. If you want me
to put up for discussion for December 10t", please let me know, I can squeeze her in. If you can word something similar €
to the Beth Grooms email, I will include it in the packet for the BOCC. I will need it today however.
Thanks,
Thom
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Orange County Board of Commissioners
200 Cameron Street
PO Box 8181
Hillsborough,NC 27278
919-245-2125
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Volunteer Application
Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions
Name: Ms. Virginia Fitt
Name Called:
Home Address: 5804 Renee Dr.
Durham NC 27705
Phone (Day): 9493425184
Phone (Evening): 9493425184
Phone (Cell):
Email: virginia.fitt @gmail.com
Place of Employment: GlaxoSmithKline
Job Title: Counsel
Year of OC Residence: 2013
Township of Residence: Eno
Zone of Residence: Eno Twnsp
Sex: Female
Ethnic Background: Caucasian
Boards/Commissions applied for:
Animal Services Advisory Board
Regulatory attorney(licensed in California)with experience drafting
legislation and public policy experience, particularly in the area of animal
policy. I previously lived in Orange County, NC, from 2002-2006, lived in
Durham County from 2007-2010, and relocated back to Orange County
(Eno Township) as a homeowner in 2013.
My prior relevant experience includes:
aEo Animal Legal Defense Fund pro bono attorney(2011-2013)
aEo Developed Animal Law pro bono team with the law firm of Gibson,
Dunn & Crutcher LLP, focusing on legislative analysis and policy projects.
Awarded ALDF 2011 and 2012 Firm Advancement in Animal Law Pro Bono
Achievement Award.
aEo Helped manage over$100,000 as a member of the Town of Chapel Hill
Public Arts Commission (2005).
aEo Served as Board Member and Public Relations Co-Chair of Durham
County WomenaETMs Commission (2006-2007).
aEo Policy Consultant for Four Feet Forward, an animal policy organization
(2012)
aEo Completed Animal Law course through Duke University School of Law
(2010)
aEo Pro bono counsel for multiple 501(c)3s for policy review, compliance,
and guidance, including animal rescue organizations (2010-2013)
Community Activities/Organizational Memberships:
5EO Member, Board of Directors, Ashraya Initiative for Children, an international NGO
focusing on poverty, education, and community intervention in Pune, India (Transitional
Board: 2012-2013, Current: 2013-present)
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a€¢ Volunteer AnimalKind (spay and neuter services)
a€¢ Served as Campaign Manager for George Franks for Judge (Cumberland County,
NC) in 2006, 2010, and 2014 (expected).
a€¢ Principal of ModernSouth, a pro bono consulting firm supporting non-profits and
candidates for public office.
Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards:
Other Comments:
This application was current on: 12/3/2013 8:10:09 PM Date Printed: 12/4/2013
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Applicant Interest Listing by Board Name and by Applicant Name
Contact Person: Paula Ragan
Animal SeYVlCeS Advisory Board Contact
Phone: 919-942-7387 x219
Ms. Suzy Armstrong Day Phone: 919-933-8723 Sex: Female
110 Village Lane Evening Phone: 919-602-4916 Race: Caucasian
Chapel Hill NC 27514 Cell Phone: Township: Chapel Hill
E-mail: suzystronggearthlink.net Date Applied: 05/01/2013
Skills: Realtor Also Serves On:
Ms Caroline Green Day Phone: 919-414-1453 Sex: Female
108 Oak Street Evening Phone: 919-414-1453 Race: Caucasian
Carrboro NC 27510 Cell Phone: Township: Chapel Hill
E-mail: carolinekgreenggmail.com Date Applied: 11/10/2013
Skills: Animal Shelter Volunteer Also Serves On:
Skills: Grants Coordination Also Serves On:
Dr. Beth Grooms Day Phone: 9192254883 Sex: Female
720 CD Farms Road Evening Phone: Race: Caucasian
Hillsborough NC 27278 Cell Phone: Township: Chapel Hill
E-mail: riverlgmindspring.com Date Applied: 12/01/2013
Skills: Also Serves On:
Mrs Janice Laube Day Phone: 919-219-4140 Sex: Female
6826 Carol Lane Evening Phone: Race: Caucasian
Hillsborough NC 27278 Cell Phone: Township: Little River
E-mail: jrlaubegembargmail.com Date Applied: 02/14/2011
Skills: Farmer Also Serves On:
Mr Marshall Morris Day Phone: 919-563-0814 Sex: Male
1510 Darlas Walk Evening Phone: Race: Caucasian
Mebane NC 27302 Cell Phone: Township: Cheeks
E-mail: poems gmebtel.net Date Applied: 04/30/2012
Skills: Cheeks Township Also Serves On:
Ms. Lori Shapiro Day Phone: 919-563-0359 Sex: Female
4131 Red Tail Run Evening Phone: Same Race: Caucasian
Efland NC 27243 Cell Phone: Township: Bingham
E-mail: jackandlorigmebtel.net Date Applied: 11/18/2013
Skills: Animal Care Also Serves On:
Skills: Social Worker Also Serves On:
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Applicant Interest Listing by Board Name and by Applicant Name
Contact Person: Paula Ragan
Animal SeYVlCeS Advisory Board Contact
Phone: 919-942-7387 x219
Mrs Pamela Wilson Day Phone: 919-732-2771 Sex: Female
1019 Lipscomb Grove Church Rd Evening Phone: 919-672-6899 Race: Other
Hillsborough NC 27278 Cell Phone: Township: Eno
E-mail: pwilson42@embargmail.com Date Applied: 04/05/2010
Skills: Fund-Raising Also Serves On:
Mr. Andrew Wood Day Phone: 919-791-6005 Sex: Male
203 Raleigh St Evening Phone: 919-791-6005 Race: Caucasian
Chapel Hill NC 27514 Cell Phone: Township: Chapel Hill
E-mail: andrewwa@live.unc.edu Date Applied: 10/01/2013
Skills: Animal Welfare Advocate Also Serves On:
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Volunteer Application
Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions
Name: Ms. Suzy Armstrong
Name Called:
Home Address: 110 Village Lane
Chapel Hill NC 27514
Phone (Day): 919-933-8723
Phone (Evening): 919-602-4916
Phone (Cell):
Email: suzystrong @earthlink.net
Place of Employment: Franklin Street Realty
Job Title: Broker
Year of OC Residence: 1994
Township of Residence: Chapel Hill
Zone of Residence: Does not apply
Sex: Female
Ethnic Background: Caucasian
Boards/Commissions applied for:
Animal Services Advisory Board
Community Activities/Organizational Memberships:
Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards:
Work Experience: Realtor/Broker in Orange County since 2001 with Franklin Street
Realty and Prudential Carolinas Realty.
Environmental Consultant with Science Applications International Corporation from
1989 - 2002.
Public Information Manager with Battelle Memorial Institute from 1973 - 1989.
Volunteer Experience: Guardian ad Litem with Orange/Chatham County since 2003
serving the needs of children in Orange County custody.
Dog trainer, foster parent, fund raiser and Board member of the Animal Protection
Society of Orange County, dba Paws4Ever since 1998.
Multiple volunteer roles in previous communities.
Education: Bachelor of Arts, Communication, The Ohio State University, 1979.
Other Comments:
STAFF COMMENTS: Applied 4/28/2010 for Animal Services Board. ADDRESS
VERIFICATION: 110 Village Lane is in Chapel Hill Township and Chapel Hill
Jurisdiction. UPDATED APPLICATION 05/01/2013.
This application was current on: 5/1/2013 Date Printed: 11/27/2013
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Page 1 of 2 Caroline Green
Volunteer Application
Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions
Name: Ms Caroline Green
Name Called:
Home Address: 108 Oak Street
Carrboro NC 27510
Phone (Day): 919-414-1453
Phone (Evening): 919-414-1453
Phone (Cell):
Email: carolinekgreen @gmaiI.com
Place of Employment: InnerOptic Technology, Inc
Job Title: Regulatory and Grants Manager
Year of OC Residence: 1996
Township of Residence: Chapel Hill
Zone of Residence: Carrboro City Limits
Sex: Female
Ethnic Background: Caucasian
Boards/Commissions applied for:
Animal Services Advisory Board
I served on the ASAB from roughly 2006-2008, at which point I moved out
of the jurisdiction I was representing. Since then, I ve served on the boards
of Paws4Ever and AnimalKind, and am currently volunteering as an Orange
County outreach agent for the latter. I m particularly interested in making
low-cost spay/neuter service available to families who need it, and more
generally I m eager to help the animals of Orange County however I can.
Community Activities/Organizational Memberships:
Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards:
Animal Services Advisory Board 2006-2008
Work Experience: 2004 - Present: Integration Engineer & Grants Manager, InnerOptic
Technology, Inc;
2002 - 2003: Research Assistant & Graduate Student, Integrated Manufacturing Systems
Engineering Institute, NC State University;
1998 - 2002: Site Coordinator/Grant Manager, NSF Science & Technology Center for
Computer Graphics, UNC-Chapel Hill Dept of Computer Science.
Volunteer Experience: 2005 - Present: Volunteer, Orange County Animal Shelter.
Education: MS Integrated Manufacturing Systems Engineering, NC State University,
August 2002 - December 2003;
BS Mathematics, UNC-Chapel Hill, August 1996 - May 2000.
Other Comments:
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STAFF COMMENTS: Reapplied 11/10/2013 for Animal Services Advisory Board.
Reapplied 8/1/2006 for Animal Services and Animal Shelter Design Committee.
ADDRESS VERIFICATION: 108 Oak Street is Chapel Hill Township, Carrboro
Jurisdiction, and Carrboro City Limits.
This application was current on: 11/10/2013 Date Printed: 11/27/2013
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Page 1 of 1 Janice Laube
Volunteer Application
Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions
Name: Mrs Janice Laube
Name Called:
Home Address: 6826 Carol Lane
Hillsborough NC 27278
Phone (Day): 919-219-4140
Phone (Evening):
Phone (Cell):
Email: jrlaube @embargmail.com
Place of Employment: Home
Job Title: Owner - Horse Farm
Year of OC Residence: 2001
Township of Residence: Little River
Zone of Residence: -
Sex: Female
Ethnic Background: Caucasian
Boards/Commissions applied for:
Animal Services Advisory Board
Advisory Board on Aging
Community Activities/Organizational Memberships:
Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards:
Work Experience: I own and work a horse farm including growing and cultivating hay for
sale. Including my horses I also have 5 dogs. I would like to volunteer on a board to
hopefully be a productive team member and to make a difference in this community that I
love.
Education: B.A. Theatre Arts SUNY Binghamton, NY
Other Comments:
STAFF COMMENTS: Originally applied for Animal Services Advisory Board and
Advisory Board on Aging 02/14/2011. ADDRESS VERIFICATION: 6826 Carol
Lane,Hillsborough, NC is in Orange County Jurisdiction, Little RiverTownship.
This application was current on: 2/14/2011 9:59:40 AM Date Printed: 11/27/2013
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Page 1 of 2 Marshall Morris
Volunteer Application
Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions
Name: Mr. Marshall Morris
Name Called:
Home Address: 1510 Darlas Walk
Mebane NC 27302
Phone (Day): 919-563-0814
Phone (Evening):
Phone (Cell):
Email: poems @mebtel.net
Place of Employment: US Navy (Retired)
Job Title: Former Senior Administrative Officer to the Surge
Year of OC Residence: 2003
Township of Residence: Cheeks
Zone of Residence: Orange County
Sex: Male
Ethnic Background: Caucasian
Boards/Commissions applied for:
Community Activities/Organizational Memberships:
Former Vice Chair of the Sportsplex advisory Board, Former Charter Member and 1st
Vice Commandant of the Marine Corps League of Orange County. As a former Triangle
Sportsplex Maintenance Employee..l advised the Bd of Comm. (unoffically) of the status
of the building and suggested an escrow account be set up by the sellor (Ethan Vance
of Boston) for major repairs prior to the purchase of the structure by the County.
Suggested to Commissioners and the new County Manager-that an Employee Uniform
style of Tee shirt and name tag policy be implemented at the new County Animal
Eubanks Road Facilty. I Also suggested implementation of a blanket provision be
commenced for the smaller canines in the Shelter s caged areas due to the cooler and
damp cement floors..
Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards:
Sportsplex Advisory Board
Other Comments:
STAFF COMMENTS: Originally applied for Sportsplex Community Advisory Committee
7/20/2006. Originally applied fo Orange County Planning Board and Board of Health
2/1/2008, UPDATED INTEREST FOR PLANNING BOARD 04/14/2011. UPDATED
INTEREST FOR PLANNING BOARD 04/30/2012. UPDATED INTEREST FOR ANIMAL
SERVICES ADVISORY BOARD 09/10/2012. ADDRESS VERIFICATION: 1510 Darlas
Walk, Mebane, NC is Cheeks Township, Orange County Jurisdiction and Rural
Residential.
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This application was current on: 9/10/2012 12:45:02 AM Date Printed: 11/27/2013
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Page 1 of 2 Pamela Wilson
Volunteer Application
Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions
Name: Mrs Pamela Wilson
Name Called:
Home Address: 1019 Lipscomb Grove Church Rd
Hillsborough NC 27278
Phone (Day): 919-732-2771
Phone (Evening): 919-672-6899
Phone (Cell):
Email: pwilson42 @embargmail.com
Place of Employment: Farm
Job Title: Farmer
Year of OC Residence: 1980
Township of Residence: Eno
Zone of Residence: Does not apply
Sex: Female
Ethnic Background: Other
Boards/Commissions applied for:
Animal Services Advisory Board
Hillsborough Planning Board
Community Activities/Organizational Memberships:
Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards:
Work Experience: Serve as Program Committee Chair Northern Orange Black Voters
Alliance. Former President of North Carolina Central University Alumni Chapter of
Orange County; Volunteer at Little River Senior Center of Durham, NC; Member of
NCAE and Phi Theta Lambda National Honor Society active member; Undergraduate
from NCCU in Business Administration and Mgmt. with minor in Hospitality and Tourism
Mgmt. Currently seeking Graduate Degree in Special Education for Children with Mild to
Moderate Disabilities at NCCU.
Volunteer Experience: Volunteer at several leadership conferences and served as
committee member. Volunteer fundraiser for non-profit organizations, i.e. NAACP,
NOBVA, NCCUAC, Lipscomb Grove Baptist Church Mission; Durham Rescue Mission,
Central Childrens Home in Oxford, NC, and other local charities.
Education: B.A. - Business Administration
B.A. - Hospitality and Tourism Mgmt.
Seeking Graduate degree in Special Ed.
Other Comments:
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Page 2 of 2 Pamela Wilson
STAFF COMMENTS: Applied for Animal Services Baord, Hillsborough Board of
Adjustment, & Hillsborough Planning Board on 04/05/2010. ADDRESS VERIFICATION:
1019 Lipscomb Grove Church is in Eno Township, Orange County Jurisdiction.
This application was current on: 4/5/2010 11:48:58 PM Date Printed: 11/27/2013