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ORANGE COUNTY
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
ACTION AGENDA ITEM ABSTRACT
Meeting Date: December 13, 2016
Action Agenda
Item No. 11-c
SUBJECT: Orange County Planning Board — Appointment
DEPARTMENT: Board of Commissioners
ATTACHMENT(S): INFORMATION CONTACT:
Member Roster Clerk's Office, 919-245-2130
Applicant Interest List
Applications for Persons on the Interest
List
PURPOSE: To consider making an appointment to the Orange County Planning Board.
BACKGROUND: The following information is for Board consideration:
• Appointment to a first full term (position #1) "Cedar Grove Township Resident" expiring
03/31/2019.
POSITION NO. NAME SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE EXPIRATION DATE
1 BOCC Appointment Cedar Grove Township 03/31/2019
NOTE - If the individuals listed above are appointed, the following vacancies remain:
• *Position #5--- "Hillsborough Township" position expiring 03/31/2017. This position
has been vacant since 08/31/2015. We continue to run Public Service
Announcements via the web, newspapers, and social media to attract applicants.
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 an
appointment to the Orange County Planning Board.
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Board and Commission Members
And Vacant Positions
Orange County Planning Board (REQUIRES DISCLOSURE STATEMENT)
Meeting Times: 7:00 pm first Wednesday of each month Terms: 2 Contact Person: Perdita Holtz
Meeting Place: West Campus Office Bldg. Positions: 12 Length:3 years Contact Phone: 919-245-2578
Description: All members are appointed by the Board of Commissioners. This board studies Orange County and surrounding areas to determine objectives in the development of the
County. It prepares and recommends plans to achieve that development,including the suggesting of policies,ordinances,and procedures. It reviews development applications
and makes recommendations to the Board of Commissioners. It holds regular mouthy meeting in addition to quarterly public hearings with the Board of Commissioners.
VACANT Day Phone: Sex: First Appointed:
1 Evening Phone: Race: Current Appointment:
FAX: Township: Expiration: 03/31/2019
E-mail: Resid/Spec Req: Cedar Grove Twnsp Number of Terms:
Special Repr: Cedar Grove Township
K. T. "Buddy" Hartley Day Phone:919-357-2081 Sex: Male First Appointed: 03/03/2011
2 Evening Phone:919-732-7210 Race:Caucasian Current Appointment: 03/17/2015
3010 Little River Church Road FAX: Township: Little River Expiration: 03/31/2018
Hurdle Mills NC 27541 E-mail:Hartley_2004@yahoo.com Resid/Spec Req: Little River Twnsp Number of Terms: 2
Special Repr: Little River Twnsp
Patricia Roberts Day Phone:919-621-4060 Sex: Female First Appointed: 11/05/2015
3 Evening Phone:919-621-4060 Race:Other Current Appointment: 11/05/2015
700 Richmond rd FAX: Township: Cheeks Expiration: 03/31/2018
Mebane NC 27302 E-mail:patriciaroberts77 @gmail.com Resid/Spec Req: Cheeks Twnsp Number of Terms: 1
Special Repr: Cheeks Twnsp
Tony Blake Day Phone:919-932-1495 Sex: Male First Appointed: 03/22/2012
4 Vice-Chair Evening Phone:919-932-1495 Race:Caucasian Current Appointment: 03/17/2015
1411 White Cross Road FAX: Township: Bingham Expiration: 03/31/2018
Chapel Hill NC 27516 E-mail:tony.blake@whitecrossfire.com Resid/Spec Req: Bingham Twnsp Number of Terms: 2
Special Repr: Bingham Twnsp
VACANT Day Phone: Sex: First Appointed:
5 Evening Phone: Race: Current Appointment:
FAX: Township: Expiration: 03/31/2017
E-mail: Resid/Spec Req: Hillsborough Twnsp Number of Terms:
Special Repr: Hillsborough Twnsp
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Board and Commission Members
And Vacant Positions
Orange County Planning Board (REQUIRES DISCLOSURE STATEMENT)
Meeting Times: 7:00 pm first Wednesday of each month Terms: 2 Contact Person: Perdita Holtz
Meeting Place: West Campus Office Bldg. Positions: 12 Length:3 years Contact Phone: 919-245-2578
Description: All members are appointed by the Board of Commissioners. This board studies Orange County and surrounding areas to determine objectives in the development of the
County. It prepares and recommends plans to achieve that development,including the suggesting of policies,ordinances,and procedures. It reviews development applications
and makes recommendations to the Board of Commissioners. It holds regular monthy meeting in addition to quarterly public hearings with the Board of Commissioners.
Laura Nicholson Day Phone:919-732-3138 Sex: Female First Appointed: 05/20/2014
6 Evening Phone:919-732-3138 Race:Caucasian Current Appointment: 03/22/2016
1818 Adams Place FAX: Township: Eno Expiration: 03/31/2019
Hillsborough NC 27278 E-mail:brandsusa3@aol.com Resid/Spec Req: Eno Twnsp Number of Terms: I
Special Repr: Eno Twnsp
Andrea Rohrbacher Day Phone:919-668-1863 Sex: Female First Appointed: 11/16/2010
7 Evening Phone:919-967-4213 Race:Caucasian Current Appointment: 03/17/2015
102 Camille Court FAX: Township: Chapel Hill Expiration: 03/31/2018
Chapel Hill NC 27516 E-mail:arohrbacherCaearthlink.net Resid/Spec Req: At-Large Number of Terms: 2
Special Repr: At-Large
Paul Guthrie Day Phone:919-933-2931 Sex: Male First Appointed: 06/04/2013
8 Evening Phone:919-933-2931 Race:Caucasian Current Appointment: 03/22/2016
113 RHODODENDRON DRIVE FAX: same Township: Chapel Hill Expiration: 03/31/2019
CHAPEL HILL NC 27517 E-mail:paul.guthrie@gmail.com Resid/Spec Req: At-Large Number of Terms: 2
Special Repr: At-Large
Lydia Wegman Day Phone:919-382-1904 Sex: Female First Appointed: 05/20/2014
g Chair Evening Phone:919-382-1904 Race:Caucasian Current Appointment: 05/20/2014
5704 Cascade Drive FAX: Township: Chapel Hill Expiration: 03/31/2017
Chapel Hill NC 27514 E-mail:]nwegman@gmail.com Resid/Spec Req: At Large Number of Terms: 1
Special Repr: At-Large
Kim Plraccl Day Phone:919-260-3686 Sex: Female First Appointed: 03/22/2016
10 Evening Phone:919-260-3686 Race:Caucasian Current Appointment: 03/22/2016
101 Flamingo Rd. FAX: Township: Eno Expiration: 03/31/2019
Durham NC 27705 E-mail:kim@kimpiraccixom Resid/Spec Req: At-Large Number of Terms: 1
Special Repr: At-Large
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Board and Commission Members
And Vacant Positions
Orange County Planning Board (REQUIRES DISCLOSURE STATEMENT)
Meeting Times: 7:00 pm first Wednesday of each month Terms: 2 Contact Person: Perdita Holtz
Meeting Place: West Campus Office Bldg. Positions: 12 Length:3 years Contact Phone: 919-245-2578
Description: All members are appointed by the Board of Commissioners. This board studies Orange County and surrounding areas to determine objectives in the development of the
County. It prepares and recommends plans to achieve that development,including the suggesting of policies,ordinances,and procedures. It reviews development applications
and makes recommendations to the Board of Commissioners. It holds regular monthy meeting in addition to quarterly public hearings with the Board of Commissioners.
Lisa Stuckey Day Phone:919-942-8373 Sex: Female First Appointed: 03/15/2011
11 Evening Phone:919-942-8373 Race:Caucasian Current Appointment: 03/20/2014
115 Virginia Drive FAX: 919-929-3671 Township: Chapel Hill Expiration: 03/31/2017
Chapel Hill NC 27514 E-mail:lisarstuckey@gmail.com Resid/Spec Req: Chapel Hill Twnsp Number of Terms: 2
Special Repr: Chapel Hill Twnsp
MaXeclne Mitchell Day Phone:919-357-3455 Sex: Female First Appointed: 03/15/2011
12 Evening Phone:919-357-3455 Race:African American Current Appointment: 03/20/2014
2416 Gemena Road FAX: Township: Bingham Expiration: 03/31/2017
Chapel Hill NC 27516 E-mail:max_02@msn.com Resid/Spec Req: At-Large Number of Terms: 2
Special Repr: At-Large
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Applicant Interest Listing by Board Name and by Applicant Name
Contact Person: Perdita Holtz
Orange County Planning Board (REQUIRES DISCL contact Phone: 919-245-2578
Donna Coffey Day Phone: 919-304-6839 Sex: Female
3839 Shellys Trail Evening Phone: 919-304-6839 Race: Caucasian
Efland NC 27243 Cell Phone: 336-516-5466 Township: Cedar Grove
E-mail: donnadean@rnebtel.net Res.Eligibility: County
Date Applied: 11/20/2016
Skills: Also Serves On:
Matthew Edwards Day Phone: 919-491-8299 sex: Male
200 Weldon Ridge Drive Evening Phone: 919-491-8299 Race: Caucasian
Durham NC 27705 Cell Phone: 919-491-8299 Township: Eno
E-mail: edwards.matthew @grnail.com Res.Eligibility:
Date Applied: 11/29/2016
Skills: Also Serves On:
Statler Gilfillen Architect Day Phone: 919-732-6123 Sex: Male
3302 St.Mary's Road Evening Phone: 919-732-6123 Race: Caucasian
Hillsborough NC 27278 Cell Phone: 919-732-6123 Township: Eno
E-mail: statler @OUTLOOK.COM Res.Eligibility:
Date Applied: 02/16/2016
Skills: Also Serves On:
Will Raymond Day Phone: 919-932-1035 Sex: Male
209 Mt.Bolus Rd. Evening Phone: 919-932-1035 Race: Caucasian
Chapel Hill NC 27514 Cell Phone: 919-932-1035 Township: Chapel Hill
E-mail: campaign @willrayrnond.org Res.Eligibility:
Date Applied: 09/28/2015
Skills: Also Serves On:
Henry Sims Day Phone: 9197901900 Sex: Male
5531 Ponderosa Dr Evening Phone: 8285080163 Race: Caucasian
Durham NC 27705 Cell Phone: 8285080163 Township: Eno
E-mail: henrysims@hotrnail.com Res.Eligibility: County
Date Applied: 06/05/2016
Skills: Also Serves On:
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Applicant Interest Listing by Board Name and by Applicant Name
Contact Person: Perdita Holtz
Orange County Planning Board (REQUIRES DISCL
Contact Phone: 919-245-2578
Hunter Spitzer Day Phone: 9199286118 Sex: Male
3301 W Thomasview Dr Evening Phone: 9199286118 Race: Caucasian
Hillsborough NC 27278 Cell Phone: 9199286118 Township: Eno
E-mail: hjspitzer98 @gmail.com Res.Eligibility: County
Date Applied: 11/28/2016
Skills: Also Serves On:
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Page 1 of 4 Donna Coffey
Volunteer Application
Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions
Name: Donna Coffey
Name Called:
Home Address: 3839 Shellys Trail
Efland NC 27243
Phone (Day): 919-304-6839
Phone (Evening): 919-304-6839
Phone (Cell): 336-516-5466
Email: donnadean @mebtel.net
Place of Employment: Retired
Job Title: Retired
Year of OC Residence: 1996
Township of Residence: Cedar Grove
Zone of Residence: County
Sex: Female
Ethnic Background: Caucasian
Community Activities/Organizational Memberships:
Member (elected), Orange County Board of Education since 2010
Member, NC Association of School Boards
2016 County Bond Education Campaign
Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards:
2016 County Bond Education Committee
Boards/Commissions applied for:
Orange County Planning Board (REQUIRES DISCLOSURE STATEMENT)
Background, education and experience relevant to this board:
Work done by planning staff and planning boards must consider the regulartory impact as well
as the fiscal impact of policies and recommendations they bring forward. In addition, they must
recognize the physical impact on all of those affected. I bring almost 30 years of local
government management experience to this position including extensive local government
budget and finance knowledge. I can easily see the big picture rand will be in a position to use
my analytical skills to evaluate programs and analyze policies. I am a dedicated team member
who can easily adapt and remain flexible as priorities change, and I work well under tight
deadlines.
Reasons for wanting to serve on this board:
Growth in Orange County is inevitable its happening right before our eyes, and it brings with it
many challenges. With the growth will come an even higher level of service demands, and it is in
everyone's interest that the County's Planning road map[to accommodate what lies ahead, is
easily understood and inclusive/representative of the values and cultures of all communities.
Communication is essential in all facets of government-especially in areas where it is critical
that all people understand.
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Understanding the makeup of our entire county is essential to collaborative, successful policy
and regulatory implementation-especially in areas that impact everyone such as planning.
During my tenure in Orange County and as a school board member, I have worked with many
residents and I understand that there is much diversity across its 400+square miles. I believe
that my knowledge of public service, my connectivity to the community and my communication
skills will allow me to bring much to the table in this area.
Conflict of Interest:
Alcoholic Beverage Control Board
Background, education and experience relevant to this board:
I bring almost 30 years of local government management experience to this position including
extensive local government budget and finance knowledge. I can easily see the a€cebig
picturea€I-and will be in a position to use my analytical skills to evaluate programs and analyze
policies. I am a dedicated team member who can easily adapt and remain flexible as priorities
change, and I work well under tight deadlines.
Successful boards are founded on these guiding principles: (1) having the right leader to
oversee day-to-day operations, (2)ensuring that current and long range fiscal plans are
sustainable and (3) putting policies in place that allow the first two elements to occur. I believe
my background in local government finance coupled with my experience on the Orange County
Board of Education will allow me to be a collaborative board member who works to continue the
success of the ABC Board.
Reasons for wanting to serve on this board:
I believe that my experience and knowledge will be beneficial to the Board as it works to attain
its goals and priorities.
Conflict of Interest:
Supplemental Questions:
Alcoholic Beverage Control Board
Please list/explain your experience, either professionally and/or from other
boards/commissions that you have in the areas of budget, personnel, and management.
I bring almost 30 years of local government management experience to this position including
extensive local government budget and finance knowledge. I can easily see the a€cebig
picturea€I-and will be in a position to use my analytical skills to evaluate programs and analyze
policies. I am a dedicated team member who can easily adapt and remain flexible as priorities
change, and I work well under tight deadlines. In addition, I believe my background in local
government finance coupled with my experience on the Orange County Board of Education will
allow me to be a collaborative board member who works to continue the success of the ABC
Board.
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.
See above.
What do you see as the responsibilities of this board, and what do you hope to
accomplish if appointed?
I see the responsibilities of the ABC Board as (1) having the right leader to oversee day-to-day
operations, (2)ensuring that current and long range fiscal plans are sustainable and (3) putting
policies in place that allow the first two elements to occur.
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Orange County Planning Board (REQUIRES DISCLOSURE STATEMENT)
Please list the work/volunteer experience/qualifications that would add to your expertise
for this board.
I bring almost 30 years of local government management experience to this position including
extensive local government budget and finance knowledge. I can easily see the a€cebig
picturea€rand will be in a position to use my analytical skills to evaluate programs and analyze
policies. I am a dedicated team member who can easily adapt and remain flexible as priorities
change, and I work well under tight deadlines. I, also, understand how important it is to educate
and inform the public about what is happening in local government on a regular and consistent
basis.
What unique perspective can you bring to the Orange County Planning Board?
As a representative of the Cedar Grove Township, I would bring the perspective of wanting to
preserve the rural character while also recognizing that there must be a a€cebalancea€P
somewhere as County must also work to be more fiscally sustainable with a diversified tax base.
What do you see as the responsibilities of this board, and what do you hope to
accomplish if appointed?
The goal of good planning is to be proactive and prepare for quality growth as opposed to
waiting until growth has gotten out of hand before you realize you have a problem. Good
planning should also have a healthy balance of control and consideration of fiscal impacts.
What do you consider to be be the most important issues facing Orange County related
to growth?
Growth in Orange County is inevitable a€" ita€TMs happening right before our eyes, and it brings
with it many challenges. With the growth will come an even higher level of service demands, and
it is in everyonea€TMs interest that the Countya€TMs Planning a€ceroad maps€rto
accommodate what lies ahead is easily understood and inclusive/representative of the values
and cultures of all communities. I believe that my knowledge of public service and my
connectivity to the community will allow me to bring much to the table in this area.
Understanding the diversity in every part of the county is essential to local government-
especially in areas such as planning that personally impacts all people and their property. Open
and consistent communication is essential in all facets of government-especially in areas
where all people need to understand.
What role should the Planning Board take in guiding and regulating growth?
The role,while difficult, should be a balanced one that represents Commissioners goals and
priorities as well as residents perspectives.
How would you,as a member of the Planning Board, contribute to the implementation of
the Board of Commissioners' adopted Goals and Priorities?
The first step would be involvement a€come to meetings,educate myself and ask questions.Another important step
would be to talk to individuals in the community to better understand their stance on particular planning topics so that I
am in a position to communicate their beliefs and concerns.There is much room for information sharing and dialogue.
Commissioner goals and priorities cover a many of topics,and each one touches residents in one way or another. In
short, I see the role of the Planning Board to be multi-faceted with involvement on the majority of the priorities. For
example,one area of particular interest for schools is the Schools Adequate Public Facilities Ordinance(SAPFO). I
would bring a broad knowledge base to that discussion as I have experience both as a county staff person(during its
formulation and initial implementation)and as a school board member as we have learned much over the years. In
addition,there are many priorities that touch on economic development,a vital part of the Countya€TA's fiscal
sustainability,an area where I have an in-depth knowledge base.
Other Comments:
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Page 1 of 2 Matthew Edwards
Volunteer Application
Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions
Name: Matthew Edwards
Name Called:
Home Address: 200 Weldon Ridge Drive
Durham NC 27705
Phone (Day): 919-491-8299
Phone (Evening): 919-491-8299
Phone (Cell): 919-491-8299
Email: edwards.matthew @gmail.com
Place of Employment: Syngenta Biotechnology, Inc.
Job Title: Senior IP Counsel
Year of OC Residence: 2010
Township of Residence: Eno
Zone of Residence:
Sex: Male
Ethnic Background: Caucasian
Community Activities/Organizational Memberships:
North Carolina Bar Association
Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards:
None
Boards/Commissions applied for:
Orange County Planning Board (REQUIRES DISCLOSURE STATEMENT)
Background, education and experience relevant to this board:
As an attorney, I have been trained in analyzing the law, which lends itself to analyzing all new
information. While I do not have any specific background in Planning, everyone has to get their
first experience somewhere. I am very interested in how our County develops and am adept at
getting up to speed in new areas quickly.
Reasons for wanting to serve on this board:
Being a resident of an area that recently had a siginficant amount of activity at the BOCC(the
Eno Economic Development area), I attended several BOCC hearings and have grown very
interested in how our County is governed and the different advisory boards that delve into
various issues. My wife and I love this county and plan to continue rearing our children here and
thus have a vested interest in how the County moves forward. Given how important this advisory
board is, I was disappointed to see that my township is not represented at this time. I will be
pleased for any qualified applicant to receive this position, and would be honored to do so myself
to represent the interests of the folks in my area.
Conflict of Interest:
Supplemental Questions:
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Orange County Planning Board (REQUIRES DISCLOSURE STATEMENT)
Please list the work/volunteer experience/qualifications that would add to your expertise
for this board.
Other than training as an attorney, I do not have any particular qualifications.
What unique perspective can you bring to the Orange County Planning Board?
Sometimes the most helpful perspective to bring is one unfettered by previous experience. I do
not have any preconceptions about how things should be done and I have experienced the
power of this position in my work as an IP/Patent attorney. Oftentimes, because I do not have
the same level of technical background as my clients, I am more willing to ask questions as I am
not afraid of looking stupid . This fosters a discussion that in turn can lead to alternative paths
that may not have been visited if I had known or thought I knew the answers.
What do you see as the responsibilities of this board, and what do you hope to
accomplish if appointed?
From an outsider s perspective, it seems that the responsibility of this board is to recommend
measures that will allow the county to grow and develop in a way that is in step with the general
desires and beliefs of the county s residents. For example, Orange County prides itself on
preserving nature, environmental concerns, etc and this board should help in the development
and recommendation of plans to the BOCC that are in step with those beliefs.
If appointed, I hope to contribue to the development and recommendation of just such plans,
ones that balance the County s need for growth with the values that we all have as residents.
What do you consider to be be the most important issues facing Orange County related
to growth?
I think the most important issue facing Orang County and its growth is that many, many people
move to this county from our Triangle neighbors to live in a place that is more peaceful. Most of
us enjoy nature and like to live in communities that are not a stonesthrow from commercial
entities. The problem with this is that because we as residents tend to not like
industry/commerce in our backyards, the residents have higher property taxes than the
surrounding counties. I understand that the work of the Economid Development board is to try
and develop our economy by increasing the commercial prescence, which will ultimately take
some of the pressure off of residential property taxes. But this will be a difficult line to walk, as
while no one likes to pay higher taxes, many residents also want to maintain the setting we
have in Orange County.
What role should the Planning Board take in guiding and regulating growth?
I think that the Planning Board should keep as it s guiding principle the reasons that people
choose to live in Orang County. If we all wanted to live in highly developed, commercial and
industrial areas,we would live in Wake or Durham county. But we do not, and in fact, many of us
have moved from those counties to escape those types of areas. I think the Planning Board
needs to consider the values and desires of residents in the communities near to any proposed
developments.
How would you,as a member of the Planning Board, contribute to the implementation of
the Board of Commissioners' adopted Goals and Priorities?
Unfortunately,the linked filed is from 2009,so I do not believe the goals and priorities stated therein are the same as
those for the current year.
Other Comments:
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Volunteer Application
Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions
Name: Statler Gilfillen
Name Called:
Home Address: 3302 St. Mary's Road
Hillsborough NC 27278
Phone (Day): 919-732-6123
Phone (Evening): 919-732-6123
Phone (Cell): 919-732-6123
Email: statler @OUTLOOK.COM
Place of Employment: self
Job Title: Architect
Year of OC Residence: 2007
Township of Residence: Eno
Zone of Residence:
Sex: Male
Ethnic Background: Caucasian
Community Activities/Organizational Memberships:
Past vice chair of Orange County Historic Library
Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards:
Orange County Historic Board
Boards/Commissions applied for:
Orange County Planning Board (REQUIRES DISCLOSURE STATEMENT)
Background, education and experience relevant to this board:
Over 25 years as registered Architect involved in planning, design and construction.
wwwGilfillenArchitect.Wordpress.com.
Reasons for wanting to serve on this board:
To be of service and because I believe my background can be of service to the planning board
Conflict of Interest:
Supplemental Questions:
Orange County Planning Board (REQUIRES DISCLOSURE STATEMENT)
Please list the work/volunteer experience/qualifications that would add to your expertise
for this board.
Statler Gilfillen, Architect MBA has over 20 years of experience in planning, development,
architecture, construction, teaching and business. He has been a University Professor,
Operations Manager for a major Boston architectural firm and maintained his own architectural
practice for over 12 years with a staff of 14. His work has varied from acting as the lead
Architect for the 7 million dollar renovations at the Kennedy Space Center to historic
preservation. He has worked for major developers, corporations, and known clients for large
scale multifamily, medical, retail, high rise, commercial, and single family residential. He is fully
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versed in the public process and the demands of the private sector. He is specifically qualified in
the in historic preservation and accessible design. For many years he traveled and studied in
Europe. He brings a global concept of planning, architecture and business. He believes that
good design must meet clients needs, environmental demands and fit visually into the setting. In
2007, he settled his young family in Hillsborough, NC from Piran, Slovenia.
What unique perspective can you bring to the Orange County Planning Board?
Global view of planning with professional training and expertise
What do you see as the responsibilities of this board, and what do you hope to
accomplish if appointed?
Protect a natural environment that includes clean water, clean air, wildlife, important natural
lands and sustainable energy for present and future generations. Promote proactive reforms
necessary to maintain this goal.
Review and approve planning and economic development policies under the current laws which
create a balanced dynamic local economy and which promote diversity, sustainable growth and
enhance revenue while embracing community values
What do you consider to be be the most important issues facing Orange County related
to growth?
By supporting the strategic growth policies and constantly working to improve them.
What role should the Planning Board take in guiding and regulating growth?
By administrating the current laws and promoting postive changes necessary.
How would you,as a member of the Planning Board, contribute to the implementation of
the Board of Commissioners' adopted Goals and Priorities?
By working to support the work of the Planning Board utilizing my extensive professional background.
Other Comments:
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Page 1 of 3 Will Raymond
Volunteer Application
Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions
Name: Will Raymond
Name Called:
Home Address: 209 Mt. Bolus Rd.
Chapel Hill NC 27514
Phone (Day): 919-932-1035
Phone (Evening): 919-932-1035
Phone (Cell): 919-932-1035
Email: campaign @willraymond.org
Place of Employment: na
Job Title: Senior Software Engineer
Year of OC Residence: 1988
Township of Residence: Chapel Hill
Zone of Residence:
Sex: Male
Ethnic Background: Caucasian
Community Activities/Organizational Memberships:
Board of Directors OWASA
Board of Directors Exchange Pool
Friends of Bolin Creek
Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards:
No Orange County
Chapel Hill s Technology Advisory Board, Horace-Williams Citizens Committee,
Downtown Parking Task Force,
Sustainable Community Visioning Task Force. Chapel Hill appointee to OWASA.
Boards/Commissions applied for:
Orange County Planning Board (REQUIRES DISCLOSURE STATEMENT)
Background, education and experience relevant to this board:
Participated in OC UDO discussions. Familiar with basic OC planning regulations, ordinances.
Citizen participant in economic development zone discussions early 2000 s.
Have actively participated in numerous Chapel Hill and Carrboro land-use issues - notably initial
Comprehensive Plan rework, UNC s Carolina North development agreement, small area
planning process (Central West, Ephesus Church, 15-501 Corridor, Glenn Lennox, CH2020,
Rogers Road ETJ, etc.)over the last 14 years.
Strong environmental background throughout Orange County.
Reasons for wanting to serve on this board:
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Orange County is now implementing a refined UDO and new economic policies that will have far
reaching effects on land-use planning. I would like to serve as a conduit for citizen input and
take a more active role in reviewing these new changes to help the BOCC get the best results
for their initiatives.
Conflict of Interest:
Supplemental Questions:
Orange County Planning Board (REQUIRES DISCLOSURE STATEMENT)
Please list the work/volunteer experience/qualifications that would add to your expertise
for this board.
At the County level, I ve served as a citizen activist on numerous county-wide issues.
Within Chapel Hill, I ve served on Chapel Hill s Technology Advisory Board, Horace-Williams
Citizens Committee, Downtown Parking Task Force, Sustainable Community Visioning Task
Force.
As Chapel Hill s appointee to OWASA, I have worked hard to maintain the highest fiscal and
environmental standards throughout the organization. As the current Chair of the HR
Committee, I ve emphasized policies that serve to bolster a productive and effective work force.
What unique perspective can you bring to the Orange County Planning Board?
I ve worked on a number of issues-social services, environment, transit and economic
development-with County-wide impact and would bring a holistic perspective grounded in that
experience. It s important that our wider community has access to the decisions that are made
on their behalf and I d work hard to improve communication and participation by our citizens in
this key governmental process.
What do you see as the responsibilities of this board, and what do you hope to
accomplish if appointed?
The Board has both operational and strategic responsibilities. Strategically, the Board reviews
relevant policy changes by other Board s for impacts on land-use policy. The Board is
responsible for analyzing changes within the UDO (and other regulatory frameworks)to make
sure they align with the BOCC s goals as well as serving the general public good. Operationally,
the Board reviews proposed projects to make sure they adhere to established regulatory
requirements, align with BOCC initiatives, synchronize with economic, social and environmental
goals. The Board can recommend improvements in plans and determine if variances in policy
are warranted by an overriding public good.
What do you consider to be be the most important issues facing Orange County related
to growth?
Integration and consistency. Integration of municipal growth within Orange County. Integration
of social, transit, economic and environmental policies with planning policy. Integration of policy
within a wider regional context. Consistency within Orange County s own approach and
overlaps with municipal and ETJ concerns.
What role should the Planning Board take in guiding and regulating growth?
The Planning Board can take the time and provide the analysis to make sure our community is
being well-served by growth. As Orange County grows we need to make sure that our citizens
can continue to be able to afford to live here, that the quality of life we ve come to accept isn t
degraded, that our economic base is improved without diminishing the environment.
How would you, as a member of the Planning Board, contribute to the implementation of
the Board of Commissioners' adopted Goals and Priorities?
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I have an established record of promoting transparency within the governance process and would like to work on
improving communication between the Board and the wider community on Planning issues. I ve also worked on
numerous environmental issues throughout Orange County and realize that OC has a regional role to play as these
concerns straddle our county s boundaries.As a member of Orange County s Project Connect s social service
outreach process, I m well aware of the depth and growing need within our community. I d work to make sure our
Planning policies encourage an economically and socially diverse community.
Other Comments:
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Volunteer Application
Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions
Name: Henry Sims
Name Called:
Home Address: 5531 Ponderosa Dr
Durham NC 27705
Phone (Day): 9197901900
Phone (Evening): 8285080163
Phone (Cell): 8285080163
Email: henrysims @hotmail.com
Place of Employment: Enterprise Rent a Car
Job Title: Branch Manager
Year of OC Residence: 2008
Township of Residence: Eno
Zone of Residence: County
Sex: Male
Ethnic Background: Caucasian
Community Activities/Organizational Memberships:
I managed the Enterprise office on Franklin St. for 2 years and coached baseball for
HYAA. My wife and I are involved with the S.I.T at New Elementary.
Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards:
none
Boards/Commissions applied for:
Economic Development Advisory Board (REQUIRES DISCLOSURE STATEMENT)
Background, education and experience relevant to this board:
I have worked retail sales and service in Orange County over the last 4 years and have been a
resident for the last 5 years. I know and am aware of the hardships that normal working class
people face every day.
Reasons for wanting to serve on this board:
I want to be on the Economic Development Advisory Board because I want to help bring good
paying jobs to Orange County.
Conflict of Interest:
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Durham Technical Community College Board of Trustees
Background, education and experience relevant to this board:
I want to be on this board because I know and live the difference between Chapel Hill and
Orange County. I want to be able to help the rest of OC and I cannot think of any better way.
Education is key and providing a way for residents to advance themselves, their education, and
their lives is what I want to be a part of.
Reasons for wanting to serve on this board:
See above.
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:
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?
3Nhat improvements do you believe can be made so that DTCC better serves the residents of
Orange County? DTCC must offer programs that fits the hiring needs of the county and region.
There needs to be more programs focused on vocational education and an emphasis put on
marketing these options to the high schools and to the unemployed.
Orange County Planning Board (REQUIRES DISCLOSURE STATEMENT)
Please list the work/volunteer experience/qualifications that would add to your expertise
for this board.
I have managed 2 offices in OC over the last 3 years. I have become knowledgable with the way
What unique perspective can you bring to the Orange County Planning Board?
I live it day to day. I am the average working class person.
What do you see as the responsibilities of this board, and what do you hope to
accomplish if appointed?
I have applied for 3 boards. I think that each board has an directive to advance the rights and
lives of OC residents.
What do you consider to be be the most important issues facing Orange County related
to growth?
Growth outside of Chapel Hill. Politics... Chapel Hill vs. greater OC.
What role should the Planning Board take in guiding and regulating growth?
The Planning Board should take into account Chapel Hill s needs vs greater OC. The majority
can t trample on the minority.
How would you, as a member of the Planning Board, contribute to the implementation of
the Board of Commissioners' adopted Goals and Priorities?
I would uses these Goals and Priorities as the guidelines for my decisions,.
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Other Comments:
Summary Of Qualifications
Ability to lead, train and maintain an enthusiastic, productive staff. Proven skills to seek
out potential sales in new market areas. Strong analytical planning skills combined with
the ability to coordinate the efforts of many to meet organizational goals. Self-motivated,
productive and organized efficient work habits.
Professional Experience
Extensive experience in management, operations, customer service, employee
development, sales, marketing, negotiating, and high-pressure situations.
Experience
Area Rental Manager Enterprise Rent a Cai2014-Present
•Responsible for the financial success and growth of six Enterprise stores. Hired, trained,
and developed area employees in sales and service moving employee retention from 59%
to 73%. Managed the marketing efforts of each store resulting in 12% fleet growth.
Conducted monthly goals and opportunity meetings with store managers resulting in 10%
revenue growth. Managed and trained area employees in customer service yielding 7
point increase fiscal year to date. Managed and directed rental fleet logistics for area
branches consisting of 900 units leading to 2% increase in utilization.
Branch Manager Enterprise Rent a Ca2007-2014
•Responsible for the overall management, performance and profitability of the largest
home city rental car branch in NC with annual revenues of nearly $4 million and a fleet of
340 rental units. Led efforts to reinvent office culture, which established new branch
records for revenue, income, operating profit, customer satisfaction, and fleet growth.
Managed the growth, development, and retention of 17 branch employees.
Table Games Supervisor Harrah's Cherokee Casino 2000-2007
•Managed table games operations; assigned table games hosts and table limits to
maximize forecasted demand. Trained and supervised dealers to ensure proper
procedures of Gaming Rule. Tracked essential play to ensure compliance with Title 31.
Managed personnel cost through employee scheduling and paid time off.
Education
Western Carolina University, Cullowhee, NJS8-2002
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration
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Page 1 of 2 Hunter Spitzer
Volunteer Application
Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions
Name: Hunter Spitzer
Name Called:
Home Address: 3301 W Thomasview Dr
Hillsborough NC 27278
Phone (Day): 9199286118
Phone (Evening): 9199286118
Phone (Cell): 9199286118
Email: hjspitzer98 @gmail.corn
Place of Employment: Chipotle Mexican Grill
Job Title: Crew Member
Year of OC Residence: 1998
Township of Residence: Eno
Zone of Residence: County
Sex: Male
Ethnic Background: Caucasian
Community Activities/Organizational Memberships:
Environmental Affairs Committee, student government, UNC Chapel Hill
United Universalist Congregation Of Hillsborough, volunteer
Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards:
None
Boards/Commissions applied for:
Orange County Planning Board (REQUIRES DISCLOSURE STATEMENT)
Background, education and experience relevant to this board:
Currently I am pursuing a degree in Environmental Science with a concentration in smart cities,
and a minor from the Department of City and Regional Planning. This will allow me to bring fresh
ideas to the board and a different energy; I imagine there aren t many young members. I have
lived in Orange county my entire life, and I know what people like and don t like about a lot of the
county, and I know what many would accept and not accept. Plus, since I ve grown up here, I
love this county and I will fight development which won t benefit the people.
Reasons for wanting to serve on this board:
In my classes I've been learning about the characteristics of a well designed urban environments
and how this improves the quality of life for residents of such an area. I would like to join the
Planning Board to try and implement some of these ideas and create the best urban
environment possible. My desire also stems from interest in how urban planning is actually
decided and implemented. Thus I would very much like to become a board member.
Conflict of Interest:
Supplemental Questions:
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Orange County Planning Board (REQUIRES DISCLOSURE STATEMENT)
Please list the work/volunteer experience/qualifications that would add to your expertise
for this board.
Classes at UNC Chapel Hill
What unique perspective can you bring to the Orange County Planning Board?
As a resident who has grown up in the county, I bring young, vested interest to the board, and I
bring fresh ideas as a university student. And though I am learning about planning and
development in my courses, I have never worked in this field before, bringing an untempered
perspective to the board.
What do you see as the responsibilities of this board, and what do you hope to
accomplish if appointed?
I believe it is the responsibility of the board to sustainably design our county to encourage
economic prosperity and the give people the best opportunities for health and happiness within
the area. I hope to increase the number of legitimate bike lanes in the county, encourage mixed
zoning policy, and cultivate dense development that does not jeopardize the character of our
county.
What do you consider to be be the most important issues facing Orange County related
to growth?
The most important issue facing Orange County in terms of growth is poorly managed urban
sprawl. This sprawl takes up large amounts of natural areas, for low density housing, which will
often be occupied by commuter families which may travel as far as Raleigh or Greensboro for
work; an unsustainable system environmentally, economically and socially. It increases carbon
emissions and habitat destruction and fragmentation, it causes a lot of money to leave the
economy as people often leave the county to work and shop, and it weakens peoples
connections to their community as people spend much of their days focused on their work
outside the county.
What role should the Planning Board take in guiding and regulating growth?
It is the responsibility of the Planning Board to work with the Planning Department and the
County Commissioners to create a viable development plan for the county. As a volunteer
board, it should also make more of an effort to survey residents of the county to ensure they are
happy with developments.
How would you,as a member of the Planning Board, contribute to the implementation of
the Board of Commissioners' adopted Goals and Priorities?
By encouraging dense development of multi-purpose land areas. Including placing buildings for working,shopping,and
living in close proximity builds a community,keeps development out of natural areas,and encourages healthier life
styles.This would help accomplish the goals one,three,five and six. Goals two and four would require the board
members cooperation with other boards and government bodies and community outreach.
Other Comments:
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