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HomeMy WebLinkAboutAgenda - 09-15-2015-11d 1 ORANGE COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS ACTION AGENDA ITEM ABSTRACT Meeting Date: September 15, 2015 Action Agenda Item No. 11-d SUBJECT: Orange County Board of Adjustment—Appointments DEPARTMENT: Board of Commissioners PUBLIC HEARING: (Y/N) No ATTACHMENT(S): Under Separate Cover Membership Roster INFORMATION CONTACT: Recommendations Clerk's Office, 919-245-2130 Applications for Persons Recommended Interest List (Public Service Announcement has been submitted) Applications of Persons on the Interest List PURPOSE: To consider making appointments to the Orange County Board of Adjustment. BACKGROUND: The following information is for Board consideration: • Appointment to a first full term (Position #1) "At-Large" representative expiring 06/30/2018. • Appointment to a first full term (Position #2) "At-Large" representative expiring 06/30/2017. • Appointment to a first full term (Position #3) "At-Large" representative expiring 06/30/2016. • Appointment to a first full term (Position #4) "At-Large Alternate" representative expiring 06/30/2016. • Appointment to a second full term (Position #5) "At-Large" position for Karen Barrows expiring 06/30/2018. • Appointment to a second full term (Position #6) "Alternate" position for Samantha Cabe expiring 06/30/2018. • Appointment to a first full term (Position #7) "At-Large Planning Board" representative expiring 06/30/2016. This position has been vacant since 05/20/2013. (According to the Orange County Planning Board staff, no one has stepped up to volunteer for this position) POSITION NAME SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE EXPIRATION DATE NO. 1 Vacant At-Large 06/30/2018 2 Vacant At-Large 06/30/2017 3 Vacant At-Large 06/30/2016 4 Vacant At-Large Alternate 06/30/2017 5 Karen Barrows At-Large 06/30/2018 (second term) 2 6 Samantha Cabe At-Large Alternate 06/30/2018 (second term 7 Vacant At-Large Planning Board 06/30/2016 FINANCIAL IMPACT: None SOCIAL JUSTICE IMPACT: Enable Full Civic Participation. Ensure that Orange County residents are able to engage government through voting and volunteering by eliminating disparities in participation and barriers to participation. RECOMMENDATION(S): The Manager recommends that the Board consider making appointments to the Orange County Board of Adjustment. 3 Board and Commission Members And Vacant Positions Orange County Board of Adjustment (REQUIRES DISCLOSURE STATEMENT) Meeting Times: 7:30 pm second Monday of each month Terms: 2 Contact Person: Michael Harvey Meeting Place: West Campus Office Bldg., 131 W.Margaret Lane Positions: 7 Length:3 years Contact Phone: 919-245-2597 Description: Members are appointed by the Board of Commissioners.The Board of Adjustments hears and decides on variance applications,appeals submitted related to official decisions/determinations made by the Planning Director,reviews and takes action on Class B Special Use Permit applications,as well as matters required to pass by the Unified Development Ordinance. VACANT Day Phone: Sex: First Appointed: 1 Evening Phone: Race: Current Appointment: FAX: Township: Expiration: 06/30/2018 E-mail: Resid/Spec Req: At-large Number of Terms: Special Repr: VACANT Day Phone: Sex: First Appointed: 2 Evening Phone: Race: Current Appointment: FAX: Township: Expiration: 06/30/2017 E-mail: Resid/Spec Req: At-large Number of Terms: Special Repr: VACANT Day Phone: Sex: First Appointed: 3 Evening Phone: Race: Current Appointment: FAX: Township: Expiration: 06/30/2016 E-mail: Resid/Spec Req: At-large Number of Terms: Special Repr: VACANT Day Phone: Sex: First Appointed: 4 Evening Phone: Race: Current Appointment: FAX: Township: Expiration: 06/30/2017 E-mail: Resid/Spec Req: At-large Number of Terms: Special Repr: Alternate Ms. Karen Barrows Day Phone: 919-732-4491 Sex: Female First Appointed: 06/04/2013 5 Evening Phone: 919-732-4491 Race: Caucasian Current Appointment: 06/04/2013 3816 Twin River Farm Rd FAX: Township: Little River Expiration: 06/30/2015 Hurdle Mills NC 27541 E-mail: Resid/Spec Req: At-Large Number of Terms: 1 Special Repr: Tuesday,September 08,2015 Page 1 4 Board and Commission Members And Vacant Positions Orange County Board of Adjustment (REQUIRES DISCLOSURE STATEMENT) Meeting Times: 7:30 pm second Monday of each month Terms: 2 Contact Person: Michael Harvey Meeting Place: West Campus Office Bldg., 131 W.Margaret Lane Positions: 7 Length:3 years Contact Phone: 919-245-2597 Description: Members are appointed by the Board of Commissioners.The Board of Adjustments hears and decides on variance applications,appeals submitted related to official decisions/determinations made by the Planning Director,reviews and takes action on Class B Special Use Permit applications,as well as matters required to pass by the Unified Development Ordinance. Ms. Samantha Cabe Day Phone: 919-928-5701 Sex: Female First Appointed: 06/04/2013 6 Evening Phone: 919-969-9140 Race: Caucasian Current Appointment: 06/04/2013 104 Cynthia Drive FAX: 919-942-6603 Township: Chapel Hill Expiration: 06/30/2015 Chapel Hill NC 27514 E-mail: she @nbfirm.com Resid/Spec Req: At-large Number of Terms: 1 Special Repr: Alternate VACANT Day Phone: Sex: First Appointed: 7 Evening Phone: Race: Current Appointment: FAX: Township: Expiration: 06/30/2016 E-mail: Resid/Spec Req: At-large Number of Terms: Special Repr: Planning Board Tuesday,September 08,2015 Page 2 � Thom Freeman Fnmnn: Michael Harvey Sent: Monday,August 3l' 20l5l2:36PK4 To: Thom Freeman Cc Donna Baker Subject: RE: Information for Karen Barrows & Samantha Cabe Samantha Cabe and Karen Barrows are eligible for re-appointment and would live to serve another term. From an attendance standpoint we have had 5 meetings in the last calendar year: August 11and 27, 2U14—Karen was in attendance; Samantha had an excused absence (NOTE: Samantha could not have participated for meeting on August 27anyway. This was a continued case where vve already had 5sitting members. These members had heard the previous testimony and had to be the ones voting on the proposal). October 13, 2U14—Both were inattendance December 8, 2014 Karen was in attendance; Samantha had an excused absence June 8, 2U15—Both were inattendance Please let me know if | can be of further assistance. Michael D. Harvey A|CP, CFM, CZO Current Planning Supervisor—Planner III Orange County Planning Department 131 West Margaret Lane PO Box 8181 (919) 245-2597 (phone) (919) 644-3002 (fax) Pursuant to North Carolina General Statute 132, correspondence sent and received from this account is a public record and may be disclosed to third parties. From: Thom Freeman Sent: Monday, August ]1, 2015 12:11 PM To: Michael Harvey Cm: Donna Baker Subject: Information for Karen Barrows 0,Samantha Cabe Hi Michael, Since we have had several iterations regarding coming appointments for the Board of Adjustment, did you ever send me confirmation that Karen Barrows and Samantha Cabe would like to serve an additional term? |f you did, | cannot find it. Also |will need their attendance records for the past year. Thanks, Thom Thom Freeman 6 Assistant to the Clerk Orange County Board of Commissioners 200 Cameron Street PO Box 8181 Hillsborough,NC 27278 919-245-2125 FAX—919-644-0246 tfreemanLa)oran ecountync.gov NWIFI II mv.; R(m1.��N'6 2 7 Page 1 of 1 Karen Barrows Volunteer Application Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions Name: Ms. Karen Barrows Name Called: Karen Home Address: 3816 Twin River Farm Rd Hurdle Mills NC 27541 Phone (Day): 919-732-4491 Phone (Evening): 919-732-4491 Phone (Cell): Email: Place of Employment: NCSH Job Title: Discharge Planner Year of OC Residence: 1970 Township of Residence: Little River Zone of Residence: At-Large Sex: Female Ethnic Background: Caucasian Community Activities/Organizational Memberships: Piedmont Health Services - board member Piedmont Electric - Nominating Committee Member Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards: Orange County Board of Adjustment Orange County Planning Board Orange County Transportation Board Boards/Commissions applied for: Supplemental Questions: Volunteer Experience: Orange County Planning Board, Orange County Board of Adjustmeet, Piedmont Health Services, Literacy Coucil Education: BSN, UNC-CH Other Comments: STAFF COMMENTS: Reapplied 8/11/2006 for Hwy 57 Taskforce. Reaopplied 01/31/2013 for Board of Adjustment. ADDRESS VERIFICATION: 3816 Twin River Farm Rd is Orange County Jurisdiction in the Little River Township, Agricultural Residential Zoning.. This application was current on: 1/31/2013 Date Printed: 1/14/2014 8 Page 1 of 2 Samantha Cabe Volunteer Application Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions Name: Ms. Samantha Cabe Name Called: Home Address: 104 Cynthia Drive Chapel Hill NC 27514 Phone (Day): 919-968-4441 Phone (Evening): 919-969-9140 Phone (Cell): Email: she @nbfirm.com Place of Employment: Northern Blue, LLP Job Title: Associate Attorney Year of OC Residence: Township of Residence: Chapel Hill Zone of Residence: C.H. City Limits Sex: Female Ethnic Background: Caucasian Community Activities/Organizational Memberships: Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards: Boards/Commissions applied for: Supplemental Questions: Work Experience: CPA firm Crisp Hughes Evans, LLP, Sylva, NC--Client Services Accountant (1997-1999)General Bookkeeping for various corporate/small business clients--i.e. local construction companies, dry cleaners, motels, etc.; Prepared personal, corporate and non-profit tax returns Northen Blue, LLP--Associate Attorney (2002-Present)--Represent individual and business clients in various civil actions and business negotiations, including real estate development, real estate transactions, contract disputes, landlord/tenant issues, etc.; Represent Orange and Chatham County Departments of Social Services in appeals and as an assistant attorney to Carol Holcomb, DSS attorney. Volunteer Experience: Since moving to Orange County: 1) Prepared meals once/month at IFC Homeless Shelter through UNC Law School. 2) Helped construct Habitat for Humanity house in Durham, NC 3) Various pro bono and reduced fee legal representations. 4) Orange County Democratic Party Secretary 9 Page 2 of 2 Samantha Cabe 5) North Carolina Democratic Party--One of two attorneys organizing voter protection effort for 2008 election 6) Current president of 15B Judicial District Bar President Education: B.S. in Business Administration (magna cum laude)--Western Carolina University, 1997. J.D. University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, 2002. Other Comments: Though I currently live within the Chapel Hill city limits, I would make an excellent At- Large" member of the board because I grew up in a very rural area of the state (Swain County), so I identify strongly with my neighbors who live in the more rural areas of Orange County. I submitted an application for these boards a couple of years ago, so I just wanted to update my application and remind the Board of my interest. Also, though I currently reside in the Chapel Hill township, my husband and I now own 6 acres outside the city limits and plan to build a home there in the near future. STAFF COMMENTS: Originally applied for Orange County Board of Adjustment and Orange County Planning Board 3/14/2006. Reapplied for Orange County Planning Board & Orange County Board of Adjustment 6/5/2008. Updated application 04/05/2011 for Orange County BOA. Updated application 05/15/2013 for Orange County BOA. ADDRESS VERIFICATION: 104 Cynthia Dr is in Orange County in the Chapel Hill city limits. This application was current on: 5/15/2013 Date Printed: 1/14/2014 10 Applicant Interest Listing by Board Name and by Applicant Name Contact Person: Michael Harvey Orange County Board of Adjustment (REQUIRES D Contact Phone: 919-245-2597 Ms. Susan Halkiotis Day Phone: 919-668-6031 Sex: Female 2930 Franklin Road Evening Phone: 919-732-4813 Race: Caucasian Hillsborough NC 27278 Cell Phone: 919-605-4824 Township: Hillsborough E-mail: halkiotisgneuro.duke.edu Res.Eligibility: County Date Applied: 01/27/2015 Skills: EX OFFICIO Also Serves On: Skills: OC Board of Education Also Serves On: Mr. Matt Hughes Day Phone: 919-928-4480 Sex: Male 13106 Drew Hill Lane Evening Phone: 919-928-4480 Race: Caucasian Chapel Hill NC 27514 Cell Phone: 919-928-4480 Township: Chapel Hill E-mail: mghughesncggmail.com Res.Eligibility: County Date Applied: 09/02/2015 Skills: Tutor Also Serves On: Human Relations Commission Dr. Barry Katz Day Phone: 919-383-5178 Sex: Male 5801 Cascade Drive Evening Phone: 919-383-5178 Race: Caucasian Chapel Hill NC 27514 Cell Phone: 919-383-5178 Township: Chapel Hill E-mail: bakatzgne.rr.com Res.Eligibility: Date Applied: 04/30/2015 Skills: Also Serves On: Mr. Brendan Madigan Day Phone: 410-615-8900 sex: Male 520 Williamson Drive Evening Phone: 410-615-8900 Race: Caucasian Apt.5409 Cell Phone: 410-615-8900 Township: Chapel Hill Chapel Hill NC 27514 E-mail: bmadiganglive.unc.edu Res.Eligibility: Chapel Hill Township Date Applied: 09/09/2014 Skills: Consultant Also Serves On: Skills: Student Also Serves On: Tuesday,September 08,2015 Page 1 of 1 11 Page 1 of 2 Susan Halkiotis Volunteer Application Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions Name: Ms. Susan Halkiotis Name Called: Home Address: 2930 Franklin Road Hillsborough NC 27278 Phone (Day): 919-668-6031 Phone (Evening): 919-732-4813 Phone (Cell): 919-605-4824 Email: halkiotis @neuro.duke.edu Place of Employment: Duke University Job Title: Administrative Manager Year of OC Residence: 1955 Township of Residence: Hillsborough Zone of Residence: County Sex: Female Ethnic Background: Caucasian Community Activities/Organizational Memberships: Education Advisor, International Neuroscience Network Foundation Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards: Former member, Orange County Board of Education Previously served on numerous county committees and commissions, including UNC Professional Development School Advisory Board, Orange County Job Ready Partnership, Orange County Communities in School Advisory Board, Orange County Community College Task Force, Research Triangle Quality Schools Council. Boards/Commissions applied for: Orange County Board of Adjustment(REQUIRES DISCLOSURE STATEMENT) Background, education and experience relevant to this board: As a long time resident of Orange County, I value decisions made in the interests of a majority of OC residents as well as the interests of the individual resident, and believe that my prior experiences representing constituents and the responsibilities of my professional position provide an excellent foundation to apply facts and fairness on this board. Reasons for wanting to serve on this board: I enjoy being engaged in meaningful and thoughtful activity and immensely enjoy public service. Conflict of Interest: Supplemental Questions: Orange County Board of Adjustment(REQUIRES DISCLOSURE STATEMENT) Please list the work/volunteer experience/qualifications that would add to your expertise for this board. 12 Page 2 of 2 Susan Halkiotis My previous experience representing the citizens of Orange County on OC Board of Education and the numerous committees/commissions that I served on provide me with a unique perspective of the numerous issues and needs to be considered when making and applying policy decisions. What unique perspective can you bring to the Orange County Board of Adjustment? I am a rural resident who has lived in OC most of my life and therefore have the historical perspective of change in OC --from the initial implementation of zoning to economic development districts to population growth. Perhaps more importantly, I feel that I am very capable of reaching a fair decision after considering all elements of a problem. What do you see as the responsibilities of this board, and what do you hope to accomplish if appointed? Basically, I see the citizen board offering a system of checks and balances to the application of county land use policies. My role would be to offer a fair and considerate non-governmental perspective. What do you consider to be be the most important issues facing Orange County related to growth? Without question, I believe the most important issue regarding growth is providing the necessary infrastructure (schools, roads, water, etc)to accommodate the growing population. Beyond that, protecting our water supply, preserving openspace, avoiding congestion, are all concerns. What role should the Board of Adjustment take in guiding and regulating growth? I believe that the board should strive to support the adopted land use plan and other regulations that are meant to ensure clean, non-polluting enterprises. How would you, as a member of the Planning Board, contribute to the implementation of the Board of Commissioners'adopted Goals and Priorities? The operation and function of the Board of Adjustment affects all six goals -ensuring an adequate infrastructure, demonstrating transparency, balanced and sustainable growth, supporting quality county facilities, protecting natural resources, promoting quality of life issues. All of these are directly or indirectly related to the work--and decisions --of the board. My role as a member would be to reach decisions that are compatible and supportive of these goals. Other Comments: Recommended by OC Board of Education for Capital Needs Advisory Task Force. Orig.app.1/6/2000 for Community College Task Force. Chair of Orange County Board of Education. Her email address changed eff. 4/27/00 to susan.halkiotis @neuro.duke.edu. Updated 01/27/2015. This application was current on: 1/27/2015 Date Printed: 1/27/2015 13 Page 1 of 4 Matt Hughes Volunteer Application Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions Name: Mr Matt Hughes Name Called: Home Address: 13106 Drew Hill Lane Chapel Hill NC 27514 Phone (Day): 919-928-4480 Phone (Evening): 919-928-4480 Phone (Cell): 919-928-4480 Email: mghughesnc @gmail.com Place of Employment: University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Job Title: Administrative Assistant Year of OC Residence: 1990 Township of Residence: Chapel Hill Zone of Residence: County Sex: Male Ethnic Background: Other Community Activities/Organizational Memberships: Chair, Orange County Democratic Party Member, Orange County Schools Raising Achievement and Closing the Gap Committee Member, Orange county Human Relations Commission Member, Kidscope Advisory Council Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards: Orange County Human Relations Commission Boards/Commissions applied for: Orange County Planning Board (REQUIRES DISCLOSURE STATEMENT) Background, education and experience relevant to this board: Reasons for wanting to serve on this board: Conflict of Interest: 14 Page 2 of 4 Matt Hughes Durham Technical Community College Board of Trustees Background, education and experience relevant to this board: As someone who worked in higher education and with the State Superintendent of Public Instruction, I know firsthand how critical it is that we have a higher education system that works for everyone. At DPI I worked with Superintendent Atkinson as she sought greater cooperation with the Community College system as part of an effort to provide students with more opportunities while still in high school.At UNC, our students take courses in their local communities over the summer to attain credit for coursework towards their degree and many students attend the community colleges before coming to the University for their junior and senior years. In both institutions the community college system is critical for the success of every student, our economy, and the state. Reasons for wanting to serve on this board: Throughout my experiences I have learned how the community college system is an important, and occasionally overlooked, piece of our public education system. The community college system is at an intersection for students who are exploring careers, preparing for four year institutions, seeking job training, or simply furthering themselves. I have witnessed students who were able to attain their certification as a CNA, allowing them to work during their college years while also pursuing their RN degress. That is because of programs offered by our community colleges. They go into four year institutions with a significant leg up on their campuses and in their programs. Other students attend community colleges during their high school years while earning credit that allows them to both earn credit to graduate high school and earn credit towards their bachelor degree in our state universities. I am committed to the success of our community colleges because of the role it plays for state s students. We need someone to serve as our representative on the DTCC board who is committed to that success, but also committed to working with both of our county s school systems to ensure students know of and have access to all of the opportunities to DTCC provides. Additionally, I am committed to the goal of making our students college, career, and citizenship ready and believe that DTCC and all 50 of our state s community colleges are an integral part of that mission. Just as important to our community is the opportunity to enhance job training and skills development. As we work to bring more businesses to Orange County, they will require potential employees with the skills and training required. DTCC is a vital asset to growing our local talent pool right here in Orange County that will allow our county and our residents to compete with communities across the state and country. As a trustee, I will be 100% committed to ensuring we stay ahead of the game when it comes to job skills development for DTCC generally and the Orange County campus in particular. However, our representative will have to be committed to limiting the burden to attend classes with DTCC. With the default rate among community college students on the rise, our representative will have be committed to ensuring affordability. Programs must remain affordable for students with innovative ways to help students graduate with as little debt as possible. Conflict of Interest: 15 Page 3 of 4 Matt Hughes Orange County Board of Adjustment(REQUIRES DISCLOSURE STATEMENT) Background, education and experience relevant to this board: In various roles I have held, I have had to be an fair and independent arbiter in determining facts and ensuring that decisions are made reflecting those facts as well as official policies and procedures. One body I currently sit on, the Human Relations Commission, is tasked with hearing housing discrimination cases in a quasi-judicial manner and must adhere to federal legislation and housing policy in determining if discrimination took place and help address the complaint. My view is that the Board of Adjustment is no different in meeting the needs of residents and property owners as well as the needs of Orange County and the general public as it relates to zoning and regulations. Reasons for wanting to serve on this board: I have previously applied for the Orange County Planning Board and find issues relating to zoning and planning to be incredibly important, especially with new construction and economic development. I see the Board of Adjustment as a way to ensure that property owners are fairly treated in balancing community needs. Those who have a vested interest in planning and zone must be confident that this board has members who are fair and impartial. Conflict of Interest: Supplemental Questions: Durham Technical Community College Board of Trustees What improvements do you believe can be made so that DTCC better serves the residents of Orange County? DTCC could serve the residents of Orange County better by working closely with both of our county s school districts so that students are made aware and take advantage of classes they can take to complete their high school diploma, earn college credit, and reduce the amount they would pay towards a four year college degree. DTCC should play a more active role in making our students college, career, and citizenship ready. Orange County Planning Board (REQUIRES DISCLOSURE STATEMENT) Please list the work/volunteer experience/qualifications that would add to your expertise for this board. In the roles I ve served in in the community, I ve had to interact with a great deal of people from a variety of paths in life. That gave me a sense of what the people of Orange County want and what they need. What they need is development that is thoughtful, that will bring in tax revenue, and increases our quality of life. What unique perspective can you bring to the Orange County Planning Board? As a young person living in the county, who is also a lifelong resident, I think I bring in a unique view to the Board. I m someone that knows what Orange County was like not that long ago and what development should look like as a young person who wants to stay local. What do you see as the responsibilities of this board, and what do you hope to accomplish if appointed? I believe this Board should represent the needs and interests of both Orange County government and the citizens of our community. Their mission should be to seek middle ground between these two groups and work with developers to implement commonsense regulations on development, especially if there could be a negative environmental or economic impact. What do you consider to be be the most important issues facing Orange County related to growth? 16 Page 4 of 4 Matt Hughes Smart planning and planning for the future. Many communities that surround Orange County are not planned smartly and tend to divide those within their communities. I think that smart planning that seeks to create a sense of community, while also making sure that we are economically sound and welcoming to new residents and businesses is paramount to ensuring that we have smart growth that we can be proud of. What role should the Planning Board take in guiding and regulating growth? The Planning Board should certainly take a guiding role in the growth of our community. Smart growth is one that is planned deliberately and carefully, but that doesn t gum up the works of bringing needed economic activity to Orange County. It is the Planning Board s responsibility to balance the needs of the residents of Orange County, Orange County government, and developers in order to reach a comprehensive understanding on development. The role is not to block growth, but it facilitate growth. How would you, as a member of the Planning Board, contribute to the implementation of the Board of Commissioners' adopted Goals and Priorities? First and foremost,the Planning Board should implement greater collaboration with area governments so that planning can be more unified in nature.The Triangle is a great place to live,work,and play with a great deal of economic activity taking place across county lines. Secondly,the Planning Board should be working to ensure that the growth of Orange County is sustainable in water usage,energy usage,and smartly protecting and using our natural resources.This is all achieved by finding balance and being innovative. Most importantly, I would advocate for a high quality of life for Orange County residents by working hard on the sustainability and collaborative goals as I believe those are two of the most important goals the Planning Board could or should have. Looking towards the future is often hard,but we cannot soothe current needs without thinking about future actions and we cannot work to soothe those needs without working as part of the whole. Other Comments: This application was current on: 7/20/2015 Date Printed: 8/28/2015 17 Page 1 of 3 Barry Katz Volunteer Application Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions Name: Dr. Barry Katz Name Called: Home Address: 5801 Cascade Drive Chapel Hill NC 27514 Phone (Day): 9193835178 Phone (Evening): 9193835178 Phone (Cell): 9193835178 Email: bakatz @nc.rr.com Place of Employment: Retired Job Title: Retired Year of OC Residence: 1970 Township of Residence: Chapel Hill Zone of Residence: Sex: Male Ethnic Background: Caucasian Community Activities/Organizational Memberships: None. Previously on the Planning Board. Former Chair of Orange Co. Democratic Party Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards: Previously on the Orange County Planning Board - 6 years Boards/Commissions applied for: Commission for the Environment Background, education and experience relevant to this board: PhD in Botany. CEO of company that worked in forests worldwide. Familiar with contract law. Served on the OC Planning Board for 6 years. Reasons for wanting to serve on this board: I am interested in the future of Orange County and preserving natural areas. Conflict of Interest: Orange County Board of Adjustment(REQUIRES DISCLOSURE STATEMENT) Background, education and experience relevant to this board: I served on the Planning Board for 6 years. I was CEO of a company for 16 years, so I am familiar with contract law. Reasons for wanting to serve on this board: I am interested in the future of Orange County Conflict of Interest: 18 Page 2 of 3 Barry Katz Orange Water&Sewer Authority Board of Directors Background, education and experience relevant to this board: My college background is in biology and geology. My PhD and professional research career was focused on environmental microbiology. I served 6 years on the OC Planning Board. Reasons for wanting to serve on this board: I am interested in the future of Orange County Conflict of Interest: Supplemental Questions: Orange County Board of Adjustment(REQUIRES DISCLOSURE STATEMENT) Please list the work/volunteer experience/qualifications that would add to your expertise for this board. My experience on the Planning Board gives me a good background for the Bd of Adj. As CEO of a company, I have a lot of experience with contract law. What unique perspective can you bring to the Orange County Board of Adjustment? Board members must be disinterested parties to cases. They should know something about the property rules of the County. They should be long-time residents of Orange County and have a sense of the various communities and their histories on this county. What do you see as the responsibilities of this board, and what do you hope to accomplish if appointed? Fair resolutions of cases consistent with the rules and diverse interests of Orange County residents. What do you consider to be be the most important issues facing Orange County related to growth? Preventing urban sprawl. Protecting water resources. Balanced tax base. Providing essential services to residents. What role should the Board of Adjustment take in guiding and regulating growth? The Board makes judgments on cases before it based on the presentations of opposing parties. The suggestion that the Board has a philosophy suggests it should be a politically appointed Board and not a legal or quasi-legal Board, which it is. How would you, as a member of the Planning Board, contribute to the implementation of the Board of Commissioners'adopted Goals and Priorities? Try to achieve a consensus that decisions are consistent with these goals and priorities. The Board acts on cases that should have legal elements that must be considered primary, but in the context of Orange County goals. Orange Water&Sewer Authority Board of Directors Please list/explain your experience, either professionally and/or from other boards/commissions that you have in the areas of budget, personnel, and management. My Planning Board experience gives me familiarity with the processes and issues before OWASA. My environmental educations would also provide relevance. In addition to the experience listed in the question above, please list the work/volunteer experience/qualifications that would add to your expertise for this board. I worked and performed in environmental sciences field for 26 years. 19 Page 3 of 3 Barry Katz What do you see as the responsibilities of this board, and what do you hope to accomplish if appointed? Protect the water quality for future residents. Plan water strategy for the future. What is OWASA's role in growth/development issues? OWASA serves the needs of the Urban Services Boundary including Chapel Hill and Carrboro. They are increasing in density and population size. OWASA has to assure that safe, clean water is available to meet the long-term needs of these communities. Negotiations with other communities will be an essential element for these resources and I can deal with that. Other Comments: ominated for CPLUC on 5/8/02. Originally applied 4/28/98 for O.C. Planning Board. Ph.D. V.P. of Microbial Acquisitions and Research Fellow at Mycosearch, Inc. Expertise in Forest Microbiology. Have lived and worked in Orange County 28 years.) am interested in supporting ways for the county to fund programs that maintain the quality of life it presently offers most of its citizens, and extending those good qualities to the rest of its residents. I want to work on achieving a new comprehensive land use plan and its implementation in Orange Co. STAFF COMMENTS: Originally applied for Local Revenue Options Education Advisory Committee 2/5/2008. ADDRESS VERIFICATION: 5801 Cascade Drive, Chapel Hill is Chapel Hill Township in OCPL jurisdiction. UPDATED INTEREST 04/13/2011 IF ELIGIBLE. UPDATED INTEREST 02/13/2012 FOR PLANNING BOARD. 12/16/13 - Re-applied under new application. This application was current on: 12/16/2013 3:29:48 PM Date Printed: 12/27/2013 20 Page 1 of 2 Brendan Madigan Volunteer Application Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions Name: Mr. Brendan Madigan Name Called: Home Address: 520 Williamson Drive Apt. 5409 Chapel Hill NC 27514 Phone (Day): 410-615-8900 Phone (Evening): 410-615-8900 Phone (Cell): 410-615-8900 Email: bmadigan @live.unc.edu Place of Employment: Student Job Title: Student Year of OC Residence: 2011 Township of Residence: Chapel Hill Zone of Residence: ETJ - Chapel Hill Sex: Male Ethnic Background: Caucasian Community Activities/Organizational Memberships: Current Community Activities/Organizational Memberships: North Carolina Licensed Real Estate Broker Member- U.S. Green Building Council Member- NAIOP- Research Triangle Chapter Member- Chapel Hill Public Housing Advisory Board Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards: Boards/Commissions applied for: Orange County Board of Adjustment(REQUIRES DISCLOSURE STATEMENT) Background, education and experience relevant to this board: Reasons for wanting to serve on this board: Conflict of Interest: Orange County Planning Board (REQUIRES DISCLOSURE STATEMENT) Background, education and experience relevant to this board: Reasons for wanting to serve on this board: Conflict of Interest: 21 Page 2 of 2 Brendan Madigan Chapel Hill Board of Adjustment Background, education and experience relevant to this board: I am a actively licensed North Carolina real estate broker, a member of the U.S. Green Building Council, and a member of the Research Triangle Chapter of NAIOP. All three of these qualifications will help me to be a well-rounded member of the Planning Commission Reasons for wanting to serve on this board: I would like to play an active role in helping to pave the way for sustainable future development in Chapel Hill. Conflict of Interest: As an actively licensed real estate broker, there may be a perceived conflict of interest. I do not, however, actively practice real estate and would place my license on inactive status if appointed to the commission. In addition, I do not have any real estate related business interests in the Chapel Hill area. Supplemental Questions: Work Experience: I have extensive work experience regarding green development. I worked with the USGBC-Maryland Chapter and assisted with energy audits of a variety of buildings working for K.C. Madigan & Associates Education: Student at UNC-Chapel Hill Other Comments: STAFF COMMENTS: Applied 3/22/2012 for Chapel Hill Board of Adjustment, Orange County Board of Adjustment, and Orange County Planning Board. 05/24/2013 UPDATED APPLICATION TO INCLUDE OC BOA AND OC PLANNING BOARD. ADDRESS VERIFICATION: Hinton James Drive is in Chapel Hill Township, Chapel Hill Town Limits.. Updated application 09/09/2014 and added Chapel Hill Board of Adjustments. This application was current on: 9/9/2014 Date Printed: 9/9/2014