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ORANGE COUNTY
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
ACTION AGENDA ITEM ABSTRACT
Meeting Date: February 11, 2020
Action Agenda
Item No. 3
SUBJECT: Affordable Housing Advisory Board - Appointment Discussion
DEPARTMENT: Board of Commissioners
ATTACHMENT(S): INFORMATION CONTACT:
Membership Roster Clerk's Office, 919-245-2130
Recommendation for BOCC Selection
Application for Person Recommended
Applicant Interest List
Applications of Persons on the Interest
List
PURPOSE: To discuss an appointment to the Affordable Housing Advisory Board.
BACKGROUND: The following appointment information is for Board consideration:
POSITION NAME SPECIAL TYPE OF EXPIRATION
NO. REPRESENTATIVE APPOINTMENT DATE
TERM
3 Olivia Fisher At-Large Partial Term 06/30/2021
NOTE - If the individual listed above is appointed, the following vacancies remain:
• None
FINANCIAL IMPACT: There is no financial impact associated with appointment discussion.
SOCIAL JUSTICE IMPACT: The following Orange County Social Justice Goal is applicable to
this item:
• GOAL: 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.
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT: There is no Orange County Environmental Responsibility Goal
impact associated with this item.
RECOMMENDATION(S): The Manager recommends that the Board discuss an appointment to
the Affordable Housing Advisory Board.
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Board and Commission Members
And Vacant Positions
Affordable Housing Advisory Board
Meeting Times: 6:00 pm Second Tuesday Contact Person:Diane Beecham
Meeting Place: Contact Phone: 919-245-2490
Positions: 15 Length:3 years Terms: 2
Description: All members are appointed by the Board of County Commissioners.The Board will prioritize affordable housing needs,
assess and monitor project proposals and local housing programs.It will publicize County housing objectives and assist the
implementation of recommended strategies in the FY 2001 CAHTF(Commissioners'Affordable Housing Task Force)
Report.The Board will also explore new funding opportunities,assist in the investigation of County residential segregation
patterns,and assist with other housing-related items as identified by the Board of County Commissioners.
Keith Cook
I Chair First Appointed: 06/06/2017
Gender Identity: Male Township: Cedar Grove Current Appointment: 09/17/2019
Ethnic Background: African American Resid/Spec Req: At-Large Expiration: 09/30/2022
Age Range: Special Repr: Number of Terms: 2
Eleanor Kinnaird
2 First Appointed: 03/17/2015
Gender Identity: Female Township: Chapel Hill Current Appointment: 12/12/2017
Ethnic Background: white Resid/Spec Req: At-Large Expiration: 09/30/2020
Age Range: Special Repr: Number of Terms: 2
VACANT
3 First Appointed:
Gender Identity: Township: Current Appointment:
Ethnic Background: Resid/Spec Req: At-Large Expiration: 06/30/2021
Age Range: Special Repr: Number of Terms:
Mr. Adejuwon Ojebuoboh
4 First Appointed: 09/17/2019
Gender Identity: Male Township: Chapel Hill Current Appointment: 09/17/2019
Ethnic Background: African American Resid/Spec Req: At-Large Expiration: 06/30/2022
Age Range: Special Repr: Number of Terms: 1
Mae McLendon
5 First Appointed: 06/06/2017
Gender Identity: Female Township: Chapel Hill Current Appointment: 06/06/2017
Ethnic Background: African American Resid/Spec Req: At-Large Expiration: 06/30/2020
Age Range: Special Repr: Number of Terms: 1
Tammy Jacobs
6 Vice-Chair First Appointed: 10/15/2013
Gender Identity: Female Township: Chapel Hill Current Appointment: 09/20/2018
Ethnic Background: African American Resid/Spec Req: At-Large Expiration: 06/30/2021
Age Range: Special Repr: Number of Terms: 2
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Board and Commission Members
And Vacant Positions
Affordable Housing Advisory Board
Meeting Times: 6:00 pm Second Tuesday Contact Person:Diane Beecham
Meeting Place: Contact Phone: 919-245-2490
Positions: 15 Length:3 years Terms: 2
Mr. James Eichel
7 First Appointed: 09/17/2019
Gender Identity: Male Township: Chapel Hill Current Appointment: 09/17/2019
Ethnic Background: white Resid/Spec Req: At-Large Expiration: 09/30/2022
Age Range: Special Repr: Number of Terms: 1
Allison Mahaley
8 First Appointed: 06/06/2017
Gender Identity: Female Township: Hillsborough Current Appointment: 06/06/2017
Ethnic Background: white Resid/Spec Req: At-Large Expiration: 06/30/2020
Age Range: Special Repr: Number of Terms: 1
Arthur Sprinczeles
9 First Appointed: 09/20/2018
Gender Identity: Male Township: Hillsborough Current Appointment: 09/20/2018
Ethnic Background: white Resid/Spec Req: At-Large Expiration: 06/30/2021
Age Range: Special Repr: Number of Terms: 1
Douglas Boemker
10 First Appointed: 06/06/2017
Gender Identity: Male Township: Chapel Hill Current Appointment: 09/17/2019
Ethnic Background: white Resid/Spec Req: At-Large Expiration: 06/30/2022
Age Range: Special Repr: Number of Terms: 2
Noah Oswald
11 First Appointed: 01/22/2015
Gender Identity: Male Township: Cheeks Current Appointment: 06/06/2017
Ethnic Background: white Resid/Spec Req: At-Large Expiration: 06/30/2020
Age Range: Special Repr: Number of Terms: 2
Blake Rosser
12 First Appointed: 09/20/2018
Gender Identity: Male Township: Chapel Hill Current Appointment: 09/20/2018
Ethnic Background: white Resid/Spec Req: At-Large Expiration: 06/30/2021
Age Range: Special Repr: Number of Terms: 1
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Board and Commission Members
And Vacant Positions
Affordable Housing Advisory Board
Meeting Times: 6:00 pm Second Tuesday Contact Person:Diane Beecham
Meeting Place: Contact Phone: 919-245-2490
Positions: 15 Length:3 years Terms: 2
Jennifer Moore
13 First Appointed: 09/17/2019
Gender Identity: Female Township: Hillsborough Current Appointment: 09/17/2019
Ethnic Background: African American Resid/Spec Req: At-Large Expiration: 06/30/2022
Age Range: Special Repr: Number of Terms: 1
Jenn Sykes
14 First Appointed: 06/06/2017
Gender Identity: Female Township: Hillsborough Current Appointment: 06/06/2017
Ethnic Background: Hispanic Resid/Spec Req: At-Large Expiration: 06/30/2020
Age Range: Special Repr: Number of Terms: 1
Cain Twyman
15 First Appointed: 06/06/2017
Gender Identity: Female Township: Chapel Hill Current Appointment: 09/20/2018
Ethnic Background: African American Resid/Spec Req: At-Large Expiration: 09/30/2021
Age Range: Special Repr: Number of Terms: 1
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ORANGE COUNTY
NORTH CAROLINA
Affordable Housing Advisory Board
December 10, 2019
Ms. Penny Rich, Chair
Orange County Board of County Commissioners
300 W. Tryon Street
Room 220
Hillsborough, NC 27278
RE: Reappointment of Olivia Fisher
Dear Ms. Rich:
On behalf of the Orange County Affordable Housing Advisory Board, I am
requesting that the BOCC considered the reappointment of Olivia Fisher to the
Advisory Board. Ms. Fisher has been an active and dedicated member of the AHAB
and has provided a strong contribution to the Advisory Board's discussions and
activities.
Thank you for your consideration of this reappointment and if you have any
questions, please do not hesitate to contact me.
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Orange County Affordable Housing Advisory Board
cc: Emila Sutton, Department of Housing and Community Development Director
Mailing Address Main Office Satellite Office
P.O.Box 8181 300 W.Tryon Street 2501 Homestead Road tz
Hillsborough,NC 27278 Hillsborough,NC 27278 Chapel Hill,NC 27516 —A-0g�;;;
Telephone(919)245-2490 • Fax(919)644-3056 •TDD(919)644-3045
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Page 1 of 3 Olivia Fisher
Volunteer Application
Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions
Name: Olivia Fisher
Name Called:
Home Address: 4105 Westwood Dr
Efland NC 27243
Phone: 984-484-9231
Email: orfisher@gmail.com
Year of OC Residence: 2015
Township of Residence: Bingham
Zone of Residence: County
Gender Identity: Female
Ethnic Background: white
Age Range: 18-34
Community Activities/Organizational Memberships:
Orange County Foster Parent
Orange County Affordable Housing Board
Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards:
Affordable Housing
Boards/Commissions applied for:
Human Relations Commission
Background, education and experience relevant to this board:
I am a social worker who has spent over a decade serving marginalized populations, including
people of color, immigrants, people with physical, psychological, and developmental disabilities,
and substance abuse disorders. I am skilled at engaging people in environments that might not
be familiar and bridging gaps that exist due to social norms or ability.
Reasons for wanting to serve on this board:
I believe that people should have equitable access to community resources such as education,
health care, and housing. When people have the ability to use the resources in our community,
they are able to contribute more and make Orange County a better place to live.
Contribution to the diversity of viewpoints on this board:
Conflict of Interest:
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Affordable Housing Advisory Board
Background, education and experience relevant to this board:
While a resident of Pittsburgh, PA, I worked with several homeless programs, as well as site and
community based HUD programs. I currently work with individuals with disabilities in their own
apartments and am very aware of the intersecting issues.
Reasons for wanting to serve on this board:
Orange County is a thriving area, but I know that accessing housing is a hurdle. I would like to
have the exposure to local context to help be more involved and steer the direction of housing
access in our community.
Contribution to the diversity of viewpoints on this board:
I am a social worker and have served the disability community for the past decade.
Conflict of Interest:
I work for a non-profit that indirectly supports people in finding housing to live more
independently.
Boards/Commissions appointments:
Adult Care Home Community Advisory Committee
Application Date: 2/18/2019
Background, education and experience relevant to this board:
I have supervised group homes in my previous role at work. I am familiar with resident rights, as
well as the responsibilities and limitations of guardianship. I have a background in social work,
including working as an Options care manager in Pennsylvani
Reasons for wanting to serve on this board:
I want to work to ensure that seniors and other vulnerable adults are served in appropriate
settings where their dignity, autonomy, and humanity is honored .
Conflict of Interest:
I work with Residential Services Inc as the supervisor for their independent living program
providing supports for adults in their own home. We do have group homes and a retirement
community in Durham, but I am not directly involved in operations. Due to
Affordable Housing Advisory Board
Application Date: 3/26/2018
Background, education and experience relevant to this board:
While a resident of Pittsburgh, PA, I worked with several homeless programs, as well as site and
community based HUD programs. I currently work with individuals with disabilities in their own
apartments and am very aware of the intersecting issues that i
Reasons for wanting to serve on this board:
Orange County is a thriving area, but I know that accessing housing is a hurdle. I would like to
have the exposure to local context to help be more involved and steer the direction of housing
access in our community.
Conflict of Interest:
I work for a non-profit that indirectly supports people in finding housing to live more
independently.
Other Comments:
This application was current on: 12/31/2019 Date Printed: 12/31/2019
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Applicant Interest Listing by Board Name and by Applicant Name
Contact Person: Autumn Cox
Adult Care Home Community Advisory Committee Contact Phone: 919-558-9401
Jack Ramsey
Gender Identity: Male Date Applied: 01/04/2020
Ethnic Background: White Township: Bingham
Age Range 60+ Res.Eligibility: County
Also Serves On:
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Page 1 of 1 Gabe Bishton
Volunteer Application
Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions
Name: Mr. Gabe Bishton
Name Called:
Home Address: 207 Legends Way
Chapel Hill NC 27516
Phone (Day): 9196225577
Phone (Evening): 9196225577
Phone (Cell): 9196225577
Email: gabebishton@gmail.com
Place of Employment: Orange County DSS
Job Title: CPS Social Worker
Year of OC Residence: 2015
Township of Residence: Chapel Hill
Zone of Residence:
Sex: Male
Ethnic Background: white
Community Activities/Organizational Memberships:
N/A
Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards:
N/A
Boards/Commissions applied for:
Affordable Housing Advisory Board
Background, education and experience relevant to this board:
As a resident and employee of Orange County, I can speak with experience about the need for
more affordable housing within our county. Employees who work for the county should be able
to own homes within the county.
Reasons for wanting to serve on this board:
IaETMd like to be a catalyst for change when it comes to affordable housing. It shouldna€TMt just
be the hyper-wealthy who can own a home in OC. Our community is smart and diverse and
Ia€Tmd like to see this trend continue for the next generation.
Conflict of Interest:
Supplemental Questions:
Boards/Commissions appointments:
Other Comments:
This application was current on: 7/8/2019 4:47:25 PM Date Printed: 7/9/2019
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Page 1 of 2 Dion Graham
Volunteer Application
Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions
Name: Mr. Dion Graham
Name Called:
Home Address: 219 Turtleback Crossing Drive
Chapel Hill NC 27516
Phone (Day): 9192657570
Phone (Evening): 9192657570
Phone (Cell): 9192657570
Email: dcgraham@yahoo.com
Place of Employment: SAP
Job Title: Vice President
Year of OC Residence: 2006
Township of Residence: Chapel Hill
Zone of Residence:
Sex: Male
Ethnic Background: African American
Age Range: 35-59
Community Activities/Organizational Memberships:
1). UNC Chapel Hill, Parent Council (Co-Chair National Membership)
2). Sigma Pi Phi Fraternity, Social Action Chair
Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards:
N/A
Boards/Commissions applied for:
Affordable Housing Advisory Board
Background, education and experience relevant to this board:
1). Own a rental property which provides experience of housing issues and empathy of resident
2). Previously lived in Los Angeles and understand the challenges of unaffordable housing
Reasons for wanting to serve on this board:
1) Serve community
2). Provide fair and unbiased input to county issues
3). Empty nester so now have more time for community involvement
Conflict of Interest:
Contribution to the diversity of viewpoints on this board:
1). Having lived the majority of my life in California, I know first hand the challenges of unaffordable
housing
2). 1 have experience with the landlord-tenant relationship
3). As a African American, I have life experiences that include challenges of affordable housing
Human Relations Commission
Background, education and experience relevant to this board:
1) Member of SAP North America Diversity Council
2) Co-Founder SAP Black Employee Network (BEN)
3) Sigma Pi Phi Fraternity Social Action Chair, responsible for developing mentior program in
Orange County, High School Scholarship program and Food Pantry
4) Trained on Diversity and Inclusion via SAP management program
Reasons for wanting to serve on this board:
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1) Serve community
2). Provide fair and unbiased input to county issues
3). Empty nester so now have more time for community involvement
Conflict of Interest:
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Affordable Housing Advisory Board
Background, education and experience relevant to this board:
1). Own a rental property which provides experience of housing issues and empathy of resident
2). Previously lived in Los Angeles and understand the challenges of unaffordable housing
Reasons for wanting to serve on this board:
1) Serve community
2). Provide fair and unbiased input to county issues
3). Empty nester so now have more time for community involvement
Conflict of Interest:
Supplemental Questions:
Boards/Commissions appointments:
Other Comments:
This application was current on: 6/19/2019 9:24:11 AM Date Printed: 6/24/2019
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Page 1 of 2 Daniel Lassiter
Volunteer Application
Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions
Name: Daniel Lassiter
Name Called:
Home Address: 180 BPW Club Rd apt b7
carrboro NC 27510
Phone (Day): 2523405243
Phone (Evening): 2523405243
Phone (Cell): 2523405243
Email: galuf84@gmail.com
Place of Employment: Durham Board of Elections
Job Title: Deputy Director
Year of OC Residence: 2016
Township of Residence: Chapel Hill
Zone of Residence: Carrboro City Limits
Sex: Male
Ethnic Background: white
Community Activities/Organizational Memberships:
I just moved to Orange County but I have been active in local government for over 8
years. I have a MPA with a concentration in local government.
Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards:
Affordable Housing Advisory Board
Economic Development Advisory Board
Boards/Commissions applied for:
Affordable Housing Advisory Board
Background, education and experience relevant to this board:
I have an MPA and I have studied in detail socioeconomic issues facing local governments.
Reasons for wanting to serve on this board:
I believe that affordable housing is paramount to providing a diverse community. I think Orange
County could be a leader in promoting affordable housing in the Triangle without sacrificing
quality of living.
Conflict of Interest:
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Economic Development Advisory Board (REQUIRES DISCLOSURE STATEMENT)
Background, education and experience relevant to this board:
I have an MPA with a concentration in local government so I understand the importance of
economic development.
Reasons for wanting to serve on this board:
I would like to learn more about local government from a different area than what I currently
work with. As a deputy director in Elections, I don t get to participate in other areas of local
government as much as I would like.
Conflict of Interest:
Supplemental Questions:
Boards/Commissions appointments:
Other Comments:
This application was current on: 8/13/2019 Date Printed: 8/13/2019
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Page 1 of 3 Alice Mahood
Volunteer Application
Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions
Name: Ms Alice Mahood
Name Called:
Home Address: 238 Knollwood Drive
Chapel Hill NC 27514
Phone (Day): 617-955-2010
Phone (Evening): 617-955-2010
Phone (Cell): 617-955-2010
Email: alimahood@gmail.com
Place of Employment: UNC
Job Title: Graduate Research Assistant
Year of OC Residence: 2016
Township of Residence: Chapel Hill
Zone of Residence: C.H. City Limits
Sex: Female
Ethnic Background: white
Community Activities/Organizational Memberships:
Volunteer at TABLE; Simon s Rock College Alumni Leadership Council; Orange County
Democrats - volunteer; Lake Forest Neighborhood Association; Estes Hills Elementary -
PTA
Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards:
This is my first foray into Orange County Advisory Boards.
Boards/Commissions applied for:
Alcoholic Beverage Control Board
Background, education and experience relevant to this board:
I have worked in restaurants a good deal of my life, so I understand what issues they face from
a beverage standpoint. I am also a graduate student at UNCs School of Government and
therefore have knowledge both of the problem surrounding under-aged drinking and the
challenges of local government. My mom is currently serving on the Shelby ABC Board, and I
have been fortunate to accompany her to a few conferences and learn more about the unique
challenges a state mandated, but community staffed and run ABC faces.
Reasons for wanting to serve on this board:
I find all the challenges surrounding the ABC Board and serving the community is this way
fascinating. The state level commission is going through changes and I would value being a part
of that on a local level in my chosen community.
Conflict of Interest:
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Orange County Housing Authority
Background, education and experience relevant to this board:
I am a student at UNC s School of Government and I am focusing on local affordable housing
issues. My brother works in commercial construction, so I have seen the conflicts that can arise
between a local authority and industry first hand. I believe I could bring a wealth of knowledge
and enthusiasm to the Housing Authority.
Reasons for wanting to serve on this board:
I think housing is an issue this community is currently facing and with the future growth projected
it will only continue to be a bigger issue. I would like to be part of the solution of how to address
these problems in my community.
Conflict of Interest:
Affordable Housing Advisory Board
Background, education and experience relevant to this board:
I am a student at UNC s School of Government and I am focusing on local affordable housing
issues. My brother works in commercial construction, so I have seen the conflicts that can arise
between a local authority and industry first hand. I believe I could bring a wealth of knowledge
and enthusiasm to the Housing Authority.
Reasons for wanting to serve on this board:
Affordable Housing is an important social equity issue facing our community. I would like to be a
participatory member of the community based solutions for this challenging issue.
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 have had my own consulting company for the last 13 years focused on financial development. I
am very knowledgeable about budgets from this experience. I am also currently studying
municipal budgeting at the UNC School of Government.
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 managed an all volunteer board and staff for two years prior to relocating to Chapel Hill. In that
position as Treasurer I maintained all of our local, state and federal filings and organized
volunteers to work in a resource center, as well as maintain the financial records for the
organization.
What do you see as the responsibilities of this board, and what do you hope to
accomplish if appointed?
To keep the community safe in terms of responsible alcohol consumption and providing
assistance to the staff and enforcement officers.
To prepare an annual budget.
To oversee the staff and make sure the commission is in compliance with all the regulations.
I would like to help modernize the systems in place and provide assistance to the staff with
questions about systems, regulations,and budgeting.
Boards/Commissions appointments:
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Other Comments:
This application was current on: 4/15/2019 Date Printed: 4/15/2019
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Page 1 of 2 Charity Mathews
Volunteer Application
Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions
Name: Charity Mathews
Name Called:
Home Address: 500 Walnut Hill Drive
Hillsborough NC 27278
Phone (Day): 9195998659
Phone (Evening): 9192450515
Phone (Cell): 9195998659
Email: charity.mathews@gmail.com
Place of Employment: Self: CC Mathews LLC (media & catering)
Job Title: Founder, CC Mathews LLC
Year of OC Residence: 2013
Township of Residence: Eno
Zone of Residence: County
Sex: Female
Ethnic Background: white
Community Activities/Organizational Memberships:
Community Association Steering Committee, The Expedition School
Hillsborough Chamber of Commerce
Friendship Partner (working with Syrian refugees), World Relief Durham
Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards:
none
Boards/Commissions applied for:
Affordable Housing Advisory Board
Background, education and experience relevant to this board:
Originally from Washington state, I ve lived in New York City, Rome and now Hillsborough. As a
child, my family had very little money and I know what it s like to require assistance. I also know
the experience of moving to a new area without a lot of support. And last, I have a lot of
experience as a strategist in Vice Presidential positions at both HGTV and Martha Stewart. I m
good at assessing situations and making decisions that help the most people possible while
utilizing the assets available.
Reasons for wanting to serve on this board:
As a resident of Orange County, and a mother of four small children who attend school here, it s
important to me that we live in an area with opportunity for all. Instead of shaking my head at
perceived problems and frustrations, I d like to help create solutions for an area I ve grown to
love.
Conflict of Interest:
Supplemental Questions:
Boards/Commissions appointments:
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Other Comments:
This application was current on: 9/4/2019 Date Printed: 9/5/2019
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Page 1 of 2 Holly Meschko
Volunteer Application
Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions
Name: Holly Meschko
Name Called:
Home Address: 815 US Highway 70A East
Hillsborough NC 27278
Phone: 919-579-6101
Email: hollymeschko@gmail.com
Year of OC Residence: 2018
Township of Residence: Hillsborough
Zone of Residence: Hillsborough Town Limits
Gender Identity: Female
Ethnic Background: white
Age Range: 60+
Community Activities/Organizational Memberships:
Submitted photos for the Orange County DEAPR The Nature of Orange 2019
photography contest.
Volunteered for the Garden Club at the Passmore Senior Center in Hillsborough.
Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards:
None
Boards/Commissions applied for:
Affordable Housing Advisory Board
Background, education and experience relevant to this board:
I currently live in affordable housing as a first time apartment dweller. I waited 3 years, 7 1/2
months for an opening.
Reasons for wanting to serve on this board:
I currently live in affordable housing as a first time apartment dweller. I waited 3 years, 7 1/2
months for an opening, so I am interested in the process of affordable housing, and would like
the opportunity to advocate for more affordable housing; there s a great need for it.
Contribution to the diversity of viewpoints on this board:
The diversity I would bring to any advisory board I may have the privilege to serve on is this:
I am new to the area, and after living in my own home for 28 years, and the same town for 60
years, I now live in an affordable apartment complex for people 55 and over, for which I was on
the wait list for 3 years, 7 and 1/2 months! In addition to aging, I have an invisible but disabling
rare disease that mainly affects women, and my grandson is a multi-racial special needs child on
the autism spectrum.
Conflict of Interest:
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Page 2 of 2 Holly Meschko
Advisory Board on Aging
Background, education and experience relevant to this board:
I am aging, and it is quite a transition!
Reasons for wanting to serve on this board:
I live in affordable housing with other aging residents. On a daily basis, I see the challenges that
the aging population faces, but the general population is unaware of; transportation, food
shopping (affordability)and preparation, laundry, the inability to afford entertainment, cable,
telephone, internet, etc. and basics such as quarters for laundry.
Contribution to the diversity of viewpoints on this board:
The diversity of opinion I believe I would bring to the Aging Board or any other board, is my life
experiences, which is this::
I am 63. In addition to experiencing the aging process, I have a rare disease that mainly affects
women. I moved into an affordable apartment complex for residents age 55 and over after living
in my own home in Ohio for 28 years. I see the daily struggles that many residents experience;
loneliness, boredom, financial difficulty, difficulty preparing a meal, inability to get out(drive),
being last in the lives of their children whom they raised, sadness, and, unfortunately, an
unwillingness by many to accept diversity and differences in others, etc.
I am also a grandmother to a bi-racial special needs teenage boy who's on the autism spectrum
who's experienced bullying in school.
Conflict of Interest:
Boards/Commissions appointments:
Other Comments:
This application was current on: 1/4/2020 Date Printed: 1/6/2020
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Page 1 of 2 Gio Mollinedo
Volunteer Application
Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions
Name: Mrs Gio Mollinedo
Name Called:
Home Address: 8903 Laurel Springs
Chapel HIII NC 27516
Phone: 9195999497
Email: giovannamollinedo@gmail.com
Year of OC Residence: 2015
Township of Residence: Chapel Hill
Zone of Residence: County
Gender Identity: Female
Ethnic Background: Hispanic
Age Range: 35-59
Community Activities/Organizational Memberships:
El Centro Hispano
Parent School
Habitad
Compass Center
Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards:
none
Boards/Commissions applied for:
Affordable Housing Advisory Board
Background, education and experience relevant to this board:
I am a business owner since 2004, Be traveling in different town, and countries. I am
psychologist organizational, therapist but I did not get my degree here so I have been working
hard to keep my family with all their needs. Finally I bought our property in Orange County and I
think my experience in to be moving more than five times in different areas and in different
scenario give me an idea how a family should take more expertise and resources by themselves
if none give it to them , like in my case. sMy emphatic personality and get close to people help in
so many ways.
Reasons for wanting to serve on this board:
I think is time to get more involve in my community and give them back all what I learn in all
these years, of course I can wait for a position like that.
Contribution to the diversity of viewpoints on this board:
I am hispanic. I moved to USA in 2004 and started my own business since there with a lot of
effort and a lot of hard work. We moved to NC in 2009 and I can not get more than happy live
here but I feel that the country I was aspiring to live need more of every single person who
decide to permanent live here. made of this small piece of word a better future for the ones who
are coming. The diversity brings a lot of changes and also a lot of learning in so many ways. I
speak Spanish and I am so proud of it , same way I want my kids to grow up and feel they are
americans and be proud to be americans. All in a same love and opportunities for all of us.
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Conflict of Interest:
My business are in Durham and in Richmond, is a retail store.
Boards/Commissions appointments:
Other Comments:
This application was current on: 1/6/2020 Date Printed: 1/6/2020
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Page 1 of 2 Robert Morgan
Volunteer Application
Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions
Name: Robert Morgan
Name Called:
Home Address: 1820 Dimmocks Mill Road
Hillsborough NC 27278
Phone: 8288593188
Email: rwmtryon@gmail.com
Year of OC Residence: 2017
Township of Residence: Cheeks
Zone of Residence: County
Gender Identity: Male
Ethnic Background: white
Age Range: 60+
Community Activities/Organizational Memberships:
History & Archive Committee - St. Matthews Episcopal Church
Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards:
While living in Polk County, NC I was a member and chair of the Economic and Tourism
Development Commission. Also, I served as a member, Treasurer and Vice Chair of the
Thermal Belt Outreach Ministry. While living in suburban Chicago I was a member &
Chair of the Joseph Sears School (Public Elementary school)
Boards/Commissions applied for:
Economic Development Advisory Board (REQUIRES DISCLOSURE STATEMENT)
Background, education and experience relevant to this board:
I served as a member& Chair of the Polk County(NC) Economic &Tourism Commission.
During my membership a group of private investors selected Polk County as the location for a
$100+million equestrian facility.
Reasons for wanting to serve on this board:
I believe my past experience in Polk County would make me an effective member of this board.
Contribution to the diversity of viewpoints on this board:
Conflict of Interest:
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Affordable Housing Advisory Board
Background, education and experience relevant to this board:
As a member of the Thermal Belt Outreach Ministry Board &volunteer we were constantly
concerned about affordable housing in Polk County. TBOM had been directly involved in the
construction of a low cost housing facility in Polk County, prior to my membership but our Board
maintained a direct contact in the management of the facility.
Reasons for wanting to serve on this board:
Availability of decent, affordable, housing is fundamental to the functioning of a community. I am
particularly concerned that public service employees (police, firemen, etc) be able to afford to
live in the community.
Contribution to the diversity of viewpoints on this board:
While living in Polk County(NC) I served as Board Member and Treasurer of The Thermal Belt
Outreach Ministry(A private organization serving the needs of less fortunate residents of Polk
County). During my tenure we made a thorough study of the possibility of offering affordable
housing to our clients. Further, I am a "team player" believing that through teamwork and
respect for the ideas of others the best results are found.
If I can provide further information, please let me know. I remain hopeful I can be of service to
the citizens of Orange County.
Conflict of Interest:
Durham Technical Community College Board of Trustees
Background, education and experience relevant to this board:
Blessed by an outstanding technical education (M.I.T.)&graduate education (MBA-Wharton) I
have always believed in the need for continuing education on the part of those interested in
having a fulfilling life both for their vocation as well as general knowledge. On a different level I
served as a school board member and president of an outstanding elementary school in
suburban Chicago.
Reasons for wanting to serve on this board:
To participate in assuring continuing education to those who seek it.
Contribution to the diversity of viewpoints on this board:
Conflict of Interest:
Boards/Commissions appointments:
Other Comments:
This application was current on: 1/7/2020 Date Printed: 1/7/2020
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Page 1 of 2 Jeff Scott
Volunteer Application
Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions
Name: Mr. Jeff Scott
Name Called:
Home Address: 1520 Park Lane
Hillsborough NC 27278
Phone: 919-815-8254
Email: jgscott0@gmail.com
Year of OC Residence: 2014
Township of Residence: Hillsborough
Zone of Residence: County
Gender Identity: Male
Ethnic Background: white
Age Range: 35-59
Community Activities/Organizational Memberships:
Hillsborough Planning Board
AIA Triangle Design Awards Committee
AIA National Advisory Panel
AIA National Conference on Architecture Peer Reviewer
AIA Triangle Education Outreach Committee
Registered Architect in State of NC
Member, Construction Specifications Institute
Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards:
N/A
Boards/Commissions applied for:
Orange County Planning Board (REQUIRES DISCLOSURE STATEMENT)
Background, education and experience relevant to this board:
I am currently an active member of the Hillsborough Planning Board. I have served on this board
for 2-years and have enjoyed being a part of the process. I also have several years of
architectural background in civic/justice projects at the state and local level.
Reasons for wanting to serve on this board:
As a resident of Hillsborough and Orange County for over 5-years, it is important to me to
understand how I can help the community understand the process. The planning process can be
confusing (even to me), so hearing everyone s thoughts and opinions are very helpful. I
understand people s trepidation and concern about changes in this community.
Contribution to the diversity of viewpoints on this board:
Conflict of Interest:
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Affordable Housing Advisory Board
Background, education and experience relevant to this board:
As an architect, affordable housing is always a critical topic of concern. I practiced in residential
architecture at the beginning of my career. I have also volunteered with Habitat for Humanity in
Charlotte, Asheville, and Raleigh/Durham. My previous experience working with general
contractors and construction managers also allows me to understand the ramifications of
costing, constructability, and project management.
Reasons for wanting to serve on this board:
Affordable housing is a very important and apt topic locally and nationally. As an active
professional in this region, I continue to see how this area is being shaped for both the positive
and negative.
Contribution to the diversity of viewpoints on this board:
I believe that the diversity I could bring to the Affordable Housing Advisory Board could certainly
be an asset for Orange County. Having lived in other communities in this state (Asheville,
Charlotte, Raleigh, Durham), as well as having spent time studying abroad in Italy and Germany,
I have seen a variety of strategies that address housing. In many instances this housing has
been shaped by how the urban or rural fabric is shaped. Orange County has the opportunity to
really be a leader in driving affordable housing strategies forward as the county grapples with
issues of growth and long-term planning strategies. I have seen this while working on single-
family and multi-family residential projects and how the divide between building types is critical.
Having seen how other communities grapple with affordable housing is also very important to
me. Affordable housing is always a very difficult and contentious topic. I have previously been a
part of a design/build architectural studio that focused solely on designing and building a home
for a low-income family. I have seen how carefully and thoughtfully the process can be executed.
Much of the process comes down to creating an architecture of decency for the people that
inhabit these homes.
Conflict of Interest:
Orange County Board of Adjustment(REQUIRES DISCLOSURE STATEMENT)
Background, education and experience relevant to this board:
Having served in the Hillsborough Planning Board, I see the issues of concern when planning is
at odds with the property owners. Typically this has always been something remedied without
resorting to BOA but it seems like an interesting process.
Reasons for wanting to serve on this board:
My architectural/planning background would help me in serving on this board. I also believe I
have the fair and impartial temperament to serve. Having served as a project architect and
manager for numerous projects, I see where conflicts come in and how to resolve them.
Contribution to the diversity of viewpoints on this board:
Conflict of Interest:
Boards/Commissions appointments:
Other Comments:
This application was current on: 12/11/2019 Date Printed: 12/11/2019
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Page 1 of 2 William Spang
Volunteer Application
Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions
Name: Mr William Spang
Name Called:
Home Address: 1441 Gray Bluff Trail
Chapel Hill NC 27517
Phone: 9194529567
Email: spangdevco@gmail.com
Year of OC Residence: 1986
Township of Residence: Chapel Hill
Zone of Residence: Chapel Hill ETJ
Gender Identity: Male
Ethnic Background: white
Age Range: 60+
Community Activities/Organizational Memberships:
Member Affordable Housing Policy Committee for Neighbors on Call
Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards:
None
Boards/Commissions applied for:
Affordable Housing Advisory Board
Background, education and experience relevant to this board:
I am a residential subdivision developer. I ve created subdivisions in Carrboro, Chapel Hill and
Mebane. I recognize the affordable housing need and I want to help find a solution.
Reasons for wanting to serve on this board:
The need for affordable housing is one of the most important, least funded problems of our
national society that needs solutions. I want to help
Contribution to the diversity of viewpoints on this board:
For 28 years I have developed residential subdivisions throughout the Triangle area. I have
worked with Carrboro and Chapel Hill to provide affordable housing according to their
ordinances. These experiences have taught me successful financing techniques, the costs of
creating housing and the need to find alternate solutions. I believe I can add valuable insight to
the Affordable Housing Advisory Board.
Conflict of Interest:
I am mostly retired from development, but were I to create another Orange County subdivision I
don t see how that would be a conflict.
Boards/Commissions appointments:
Other Comments:
This application was current on: 12/30/2019 Date Printed: 12/30/2019
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Page 1 of 2 Peggy Wilmoth
Volunteer Application
Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions
Name: Dr. Peggy Wilmoth
Name Called:
Home Address: 211 Edgewater Circle
Chapel Hill NC 27516
Phone: 919-966-9905
Email: wilmothmc@aol.com
Year of OC Residence: 2017
Township of Residence: Chapel Hill
Zone of Residence: C.H. City Limits
Gender Identity: Female
Ethnic Background: Other
Age Range: 60+
Community Activities/Organizational Memberships:
Orange County Veterans Memorial Task Force
Retired Major General, US Army Reserve
Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards:
None; previously served on one in Mecklenburg County
Boards/Commissions applied for:
Affordable Housing Advisory Board
Background, education and experience relevant to this board:
I m a nurse
Reasons for wanting to serve on this board:
I believe I have a broad background on which to pull for this board
Contribution to the diversity of viewpoints on this board:
First and foremost, I am a nurse and in the course of my career I have taught public health
nursing and as part of this teaching experiences, was engaged in a very diverse community in
Kansas City, MO, and in Atlanta, GA.
I have had myriad life experiences that would allow me to contribute to diversity of viewpoints,
but also importantly, to listen to other's views. My military experiences required me to listen and
work with others from diverse backgrounds and experiences to lead to effective team
performance.
Social justice is a component of the nursing profession that I would bring to the Board's
discussions as well as my experiences in working and living in highly diverse communities prior
to my move to Chapel Hill in 2017.
1 have a policy background, both health policy and military policy, and am versed in the nuances
of policy and analysis of policy outcomes. Any effort to prioritize housing needs would need to be
done within regulatory and legislated policy guidelines.
Conflict of Interest:
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Board of Health
Background, education and experience relevant to this board:
I m a nurse
Reasons for wanting to serve on this board:
Ensuring access to high quality health is a priority for my profession; we are also the largest of
the health professions, I see that the current vacancy is for a Veterinarian.
Contribution to the diversity of viewpoints on this board:
Conflict of Interest:
Board of Social Services
Background, education and experience relevant to this board:
I am a nurse
Reasons for wanting to serve on this board:
It aligns with my professional background
Contribution to the diversity of viewpoints on this board:
Conflict of Interest:
Boards/Commissions appointments:
Other Comments:
This application was current on: 1/3/2020 Date Printed: 1/3/2020
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Page 1 of 2 Tim Woody
Volunteer Application
Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions
Name: Mr. Tim Woody
Name Called:
Home Address: 204 Allen Ruffen Ave
Hillsborough NC 27278
Phone (Day): 9194518143
Phone (Evening): 9194518143
Phone (Cell): 9194518143
Email: tim.woody@yahoo.com
Place of Employment: MATTHEWS CHOCOLATES
Job Title: Operations Manager
Year of OC Residence: 1994
Township of Residence: Hillsborough
Zone of Residence: Hillsborough Town Limits
Sex: Male
Ethnic Background: white
Community Activities/Organizational Memberships:
Eno River Clean Up Crew
Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Hillsborough
Save West Hillsborough s Charm
Adopt-A-Highway Program
Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards:
Boards/Commissions applied for:
Orange County Housing Authority
Background, education and experience relevant to this board:
My experience in leading groups through change is what I feel I most bring to the table. Most
recently I served as the Moderator of the Governance Council for my church. My work included
rewriting and revamping the governance structure to permit the church to grow in a positive and
forward manner. Professionally I am a Biologist by trade and have spent most of my career
helping teachers to integrate science into all areas of the classroom. I have also worked as a
homeschooling teacher and have been able to meet families from all walks of life. This
experience has given me a first person view of how the rapid change in housing options have
impacted the diversity of the areas that we serve. I am incredibly passionate about keeping
Orange County accessible to all walks of life. We need doctors, teachers and food service
workers in all areas of this county to keep it vibrant.
Reasons for wanting to serve on this board:
I love Hillsborough and Orange County s economic and age diversity. It was what brought me
and my family to this area 23 years ago. I feel it is important to have this kind of diversity to
prevent a community from becoming too homogeneous and stagnant. I feel having this kind of
diversity is what defines Hillsborough. I fear that without affordable housing Hillsborough may
become similar to cities like Cary and Morrisville.
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Conflict of Interest:
no
Affordable Housing Advisory Board
Background, education and experience relevant to this board:
My experience in leading groups through change is what I feel I most bring to the table. Most
recently I served as the Moderator of the Governance Council for my church. My work included
rewriting and revamping the governance structure to permit the church to grow in a positive and
forward manner. Professionally I am a Biologist by trade and have spent most of my career
helping teachers to integrate science into all areas of the classroom. I have also worked as a
homeschooling teacher and have been able to meet families from all walks of life. This
experience has given me a first person view of how the rapid change in housing options have
impacted the diversity of the areas that we serve. I am incredibly passionate about keeping
Orange County accessible to all walks of life. We need doctors, teachers and food service
workers in all areas of this county to keep it vibrant.
Reasons for wanting to serve on this board:
I love Hillsborough and Orange County s economic and age diversity. It was what brought me
and my family to this area 23 years ago. I feel it is important to have this kind of diversity to
prevent a community from becoming too homogeneous and stagnant. I feel having this kind of
diversity is what defines Hillsborough. I fear that without affordable housing Hillsborough may
become similar to cities like Cary and Morrisville.
Conflict of Interest:
Supplemental Questions:
Boards/Commissions appointments:
Other Comments:
This application was current on: 6/9/2019 Date Printed: 6/10/2019