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HomeMy WebLinkAboutAgenda - 09-10-20; Item 9 - Animal Services Advisory Board – Appointment Discussion 1 ORANGE COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS ACTION AGENDA ITEM ABSTRACT Meeting Date: September 10, 2020 Action Agenda Item No. 9 SUBJECT: Animal Services Advisory Board — Appointment Discussion DEPARTMENT: Board of Commissioners ATTACHMENT(S): INFORMATION CONTACT: Membership Roster Clerk's Office, 919-245-2125 Recommendations Applications for Persons Recommended Attendance Record Applicant Interest List Applications of Persons on the Interest List PURPOSE: To discuss appointments to the Animal Services Advisory Board. BACKGROUND: The following appointment information is for Board consideration: POSITION NAME SPECIAL TYPE OF EXPIRATION NO. REPRESENTATIVE APPOINTMENT DATE TERM 1 Dr. Lee Veterinarian From the First Full Term 06/30/2023 Pickett Board of Health (term runs parallel to Board of Health) 10 Lori Animal Welfare/Animal First Full Term 06/30/2023 Gershon Advocacy 12 Allan Polak Certified Animal Partial Term 06/30/2022 Handler/Trainer/Technician 13 Susan Owner/Manager Retail Pet First Full Term 06/30/2023 Spinks Service NOTE - If the individuals listed above are appointed, the following vacancies remain: POSITION POSITION DESIGNATION EXPIRATION VACANCY INFORMATION NO. DATE 8 Non-Municipality 06/30/2023 This position has been vacant since 07/01/2020. 11 Animal Welfare/Animal 06/30/2023 This position has been Advocacy vacant since 07/01/2020. 2 FINANCIAL IMPACT: There is no financial impact associated with this item. 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 appointments to the Animal Services Advisory Board. 3 Board and Commission Members And Vacant Positions Animal Services Advisory Board Meeting Times: 6:30 pm-8:00 pm Third Wed.each month Contact Person:Bob Marotto Meeting Place: Community Room of the Animal Services Facility Contact Phone: 919-968-2287 Positions: 13 Length:3 years Terms: 2 Description: <div>The charge of the Animal Services Advisory Board is to advise the Board of County Commissioners on matters of concern regarding animal issues and animals services in Orange County.&nbsp;To work with the Animal Services Director (or designee)on various policy concerns and issues regarding County animal services.To carry out duty to hear Potentially Dangerous Dog Declaration appeals as prescribed by N.C.Gen.Stat. §67-4.W.&nbsp;Position#1 &quot;Veterianarian from Health Board&quot;,may serve 3 terms to coincide with the Board of Health terms.</div> Dr. Lee Pickett 1 First Appointed: 09/17/2019 Gender Identity: Female Township: Eno Current Appointment: 09/17/2019 Ethnic Background: white Resid/Spec Req: Expiration: 06/30/2020 Age Range: Special Repr: Veterinarian from Health Board(3 terms) Number of Terms: Dr Sunita Driehuys 2 First Appointed: 03/10/2020 Gender Identity: Female Township: Chapel Hill Current Appointment: 03/10/2020 Ethnic Background: Asian American Resid/Spec Req: Expiration: 06/30/2022 Age Range: 35-59 Special Repr: Veterinarian Number of Terms: 1 Sue Millager 3 First Appointed: 03/10/2020 Gender Identity: Female Township: Chapel Hill Current Appointment: 03/10/2020 Ethnic Background: white Resid/Spec Req: Expiration: 06/30/2021 Age Range: 60+ Special Repr: Town of Carrboro Number of Terms: Amanda Schwoerke 4 First Appointed: 06/19/2018 Gender Identity: Female Township: Chapel Hill Current Appointment: 06/19/2018 Ethnic Background: Hispanic Resid/Spec Req: Expiration: 06/30/2021 Age Range: Special Repr: Town of Chapel Hill Number of Terms: 1 Dr. Bryan Stuart 5 First Appointed: 09/04/2018 Gender Identity: Male Township: Hillsborough Current Appointment: 09/04/2018 Ethnic Background: white Resid/Spec Req: Expiration: 06/30/2021 Age Range: Special Repr: Town of Hillsborough Number of Terms: 1 Mr. Casey Ferrell 6 First Appointed: 03/19/2019 Gender Identity: Male Township: Eno Current Appointment: 03/19/2019 Ethnic Background: white Resid/Spec Req: Expiration: 06/30/2021 Age Range: Special Repr: Non-Municipality Number of Terms: 1 Thursday,July 30,2020 Page 1 4 Board and Commission Members And Vacant Positions Animal Services Advisory Board Meeting Times: 6:30 pm-8:00 pm Third Wed.each month Contact Person:Bob Marotto Meeting Place: Community Room of the Animal Services Facility Contact Phone: 919-968-2287 Positions: 13 Length:3 years Terms: 2 Edmund Tiryakian 7 First Appointed: 06/07/2016 Gender Identity: Male Township: Little River Current Appointment: 06/18/2019 Ethnic Background: white Resid/Spec Req: Expiration: 06/30/2022 Age Range: Special Repr: At-Large Number of Terms: 2 VACANT 8 First Appointed: Gender Identity: Township: Current Appointment: Ethnic Background: Resid/Spec Req: Expiration: 06/30/2023 Age Range: Special Repr: Non-Municipality Number of Terms: Lucia Welborne 9 First Appointed: 03/19/2019 Gender Identity: Female Township: Bingham Current Appointment: 03/19/2019 Ethnic Background: white Resid/Spec Req: Expiration: 06/30/2021 Age Range: Special Repr: Animal Welfare/Animal Advocacy Number of Terms: 1 VACANT 10 First Appointed: Gender Identity: Township: Current Appointment: Ethnic Background: Resid/Spec Req: Expiration: 06/30/2023 Age Range: Special Repr: Animal Welfare/Animal Advocacy Number of Terms: VACANT 11 First Appointed: Gender Identity: Township: Current Appointment: Ethnic Background: Resid/Spec Req: Expiration: 06/30/2023 Age Range: Special Repr: Animal Welfare/Animal Advocacy Number of Terms: VACANT 12 First Appointed: Gender Identity: Township: Current Appointment: Ethnic Background: Resid/Spec Req: Expiration: 06/30/2022 Age Range: Special Repr: Certified Animal Handler/Trainer/Techni Number of Terms: Thursday,July 30,2020 Page 2 5 Board and Commission Members And Vacant Positions Animal Services Advisory Board Meeting Times: 6:30 pm-8:00 pm Third Wed.each month Contact Person:Bob Marotto Meeting Place: Community Room of the Animal Services Facility Contact Phone: 919-968-2287 Positions: 13 Length:3 years Terms: 2 VACANT 13 First Appointed: Gender Identity: Township: Current Appointment: Ethnic Background: Resid/Spec Req: Expiration: 06/30/2023 Age Range: Special Repr: Owner/Manager Retail Pet Services Number of Terms: Thursday,July 30,2020 Page 3 6 ORANGE COUNTY NORTH CAROLINA ANIMAL SERVICES 1601 Eubanks Road http://orangecountync.gov/departments/animalservices phone: (919)942-7387 Chapel Hill, NC 27516 fax: (919)918-2393 June X, 2020 To: Thom Freeman, Assistant Deputy Clerk, Board of County Commissioners From: Bob Marotto, Animal Services Director Re: Health Board Veterinarian and Animal Services Advisory Board As you are aware, there is public health veterinarian who serves on Orange County's Health Board. This veterinarian concurrently serves on the Animal Services Advisory Board (ASAB) by virtue of her or his appointment to the Health Board. Currently, this veterinarian is Lee Picket, V.M.D. Dr. Picket has been an active and productive members of the ASAB since she began her service. She is engaged, conscientious and always willing to take on additional responsibilities. She is well-suited to her current position given her broad interests and her background and training. This includes not only rabies and other zoonotic diseases but shelter operations and medicine. For these reasons the ASAB support the BOCC reappointing Dr. Picket to the ASAB. Please don't hesitate to let me know if there is a need for additional information. cc: Donna Baker, Clerk, Board of County Commissioners Amanda Schwoerke, J.D. ASAB Chair Bryan Stuart, Ph.D., ASAB Vice-Chair Rachel Plast, Animal Services Administrative Assistant 7 f ORANGE COUNTY NORTH CAROLINA Anima(Services 1601 Eubanks Road I Chapel Hill, NC 27516 1 phone: (919) 942-7387 1 fax: (919) 918-2393 www.orangecountync.gov/animalservices August 25, 2020 To: Thom Freeman, Assistant Deputy Clerk, Board of County Commissioners From: Bob Marotto, Animal Services Director Re: Recommendations for Three Animal Services Advisory Board Vacancies At its meetings on July 15 and August 19, 2020, the Animal Services Advisory Board (ASAB) considered candidates for vacant positions on the board. On this basis, the ASAB is unanimously making the following recommendations to the Board of County Commissioners: • Lori Gershon (position 10: animal welfare or animal advocacy): Ms. Gershon is an attorney with broad experience with animal cruelty in the legal system. Specifically, she has handled cruelty cases both as a Senior Deputy County Attorney and as an Assistant District Attorney. Ms. Gershon attended the July 2020 ASAB meeting. • Allan Polak (position 12: certified animal handler or trainer): Mr. Polak is a certified search and rescue dog handler with extensive experience handling dogs. Currently, he is a member of the Animal Services Hearing Panel Pool. He attended the January ASAB meeting. • Susan Spinks (position 13: owner or manager of retail pet services): Ms. Spinks owns Hearth and Hounds Dog Training, a dog training business based in Chapel Hill. She also manages the Dog Training Program at Paws4/Ever in Mebane. She attended the February ASAB meeting. Please don't hesitate to let me know if there is a need for additional information. cc: Amanda Schwoerke, JD, ASAB Chair Bryan Stuart, Ph.D. ASAB Vice Chair Casey Ferrell, ASAB Secretary 8 Page 1 of 2 Lee Pickett Volunteer Application Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions Name: Dr. Lee Pickett Name Called: Home Address: 3617 Laurel Creek Way Durham NC 27712 Phone (Day): 610-223-5850 Phone (Evening): 610-223-5850 Phone (Cell): 610-223-5850 Email: vet@askthevetspets.com Place of Employment: self-employed (various locations) Job Title: companion animal veterinarian/relief veterinarian Year of OC Residence: 2016 Township of Residence: Eno Zone of Residence: County Sex: Female Ethnic Background: white Community Activities/Organizational Memberships: Volunteer for Orange County Animal Services and Sheriff s Office Member, Durham Friends (Quaker) Meeting Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards: none Boards/Commissions applied for: Board of Health Background, education and experience relevant to this board: Reasons for wanting to serve on this board: Conflict of Interest: Supplemental Questions: Boards/Commissions appointments: Animal Services Advisory Board Application Date: 8/6/2018 Background, education and experience relevant to this board: I am a companion animal veterinarian with experience in shelter medicine. When I lived in PA, I served as president of our county humane society and a board member of a dog breed rescue organization. In addition, I volunteered with our county animal respo Reasons for wanting to serve on this board: I wish to become similarly active in my new home, helping the animals and their people. 9 Page 2 of 2 Lee Pickett Conflict of Interest: Other Comments: This application was current on: 9/5/2019 Date Printed: 9/5/2019 10 Page 1 of 1 Lori Gershon Volunteer Application Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions Name: Lori Gershon Name Called: Home Address: 401 Jewell Drive Chapel Hill NC 27516 Phone: 914-413-7518 Email: lorigershonesq@gmail.com Year of OC Residence: 2009 Township of Residence: Chapel Hill Zone of Residence: Carrboro City Limits Gender Identity: Female Ethnic Background: White Age Range: 35-59 Community Activities/Organizational Memberships: Currently an MPA student at UNC-CH. Member of Chapel High High PTSA. Past member of Smith, Seawell, and Morris Grove PTSA. I am affiliated with Judea Reform Congregation. Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards: None. Boards/Commissions applied for: Animal Services Advisory Board Background, education and experience relevant to this board: I am a former Senior Deputy County Attorney and Assistant District Attorney and in both capacities addressed animal cruelty cases. I am also an MPA student who is studying organizational theory and can apply my experience and learning to enhance the productivity of the board. Reasons for wanting to serve on this board: I love animals and am a dedicated public servant, committed to serving the community in which I live. I see this as an opportunity to combine both of these passions for the greater good. Contribution to the diversity of viewpoints on this board: As a mother with teenage children in the community with a law enforcement background with animal cruelty, I believe I would provide valuable insight and a unique viewpoint. Conflict of Interest: Boards/Commissions appointments: Other Comments: This application was current on: 1/8/2020 Date Printed: 1/14/2020 11 Page 1 of 2 Allan Polak Volunteer Application Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions Name: Allan Polak Name Called: Home Address: 8201 s hound ct Chapel hill Nc 27516 Phone: 9195932202 Email: allan.polak@noahit.com Year of OC Residence: 2016 Township of Residence: Chapel Hill Zone of Residence: C.H. City Limits Gender Identity: Male Ethnic Background: white Age Range: 35-59 Community Activities/Organizational Memberships: I currently donate IT services and hardware to non profits in Orange County. Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards: Technology Committe Boards/Commissions applied for: Animal Services Advisory Board Background, education and experience relevant to this board: I am a trained and certified search and rescue dog handler with extensive experience with dogs, and a genuine caring for all animals. Reasons for wanting to serve on this board: I wish to serve my community and this is a subject of particular interest to me. Contribution to the diversity of viewpoints on this board: As a small business owner, community member and homeowner, father of 3, dog owner, and search and rescue volunteer and K9 handler, I believe that I can bring a number of varied viewpoints to the Board. Conflict of Interest: 12 Page 2 of 2 Allan Polak Durham Technical Community College Board of Trustees Background, education and experience relevant to this board: As a business owner in the IT field,l have first hand knowledge of the skills needed in today s IT workforce. I have personally benefited from classes taken at Durham Tech and have a diverse educational background, having completed both a traditional 4 year BA program and technical trade training. Reasons for wanting to serve on this board: I wish to serve my community and have a particular interest in the success of Durham Tech. Contribution to the diversity of viewpoints on this board: Conflict of Interest: I do hire students who have attended the school. Boards/Commissions appointments: Animal Services Hearing Panel Pool Application Date: 2/13/2019 Background, education and experience relevant to this board: I have extensive experience with dogs being a certified search and rescue dog handler. I have also completed NC State s comprehensive k9 emergency medicine program K9 Down. Reasons for wanting to serve on this board: I wish to serve my community and have a particular interest in this board s subject matter. Conflict of Interest: Other Comments: This application was current on: 7/28/2020 Date Printed: 7/28/2020 13 Page 1 of 1 Susan Spinks Volunteer Application Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions Name: Susan Spinks Name Called: Home Address: 323 Ridgecrest Drive Chapel Hill NC 27514 Phone: 9199519549 Email: susan@hearthandhounds.com Year of OC Residence: 1991 Township of Residence: Chapel Hill Zone of Residence: C.H. City Limits Gender Identity: Female Ethnic Background: White Age Range: 35-59 Community Activities/Organizational Memberships: I am interested in joining the Animal Services Advisory Board. I am a local dog trainer (positive reinforcement)and my business is Hearth and Hounds Dog Training. I am also the Dog Training Program Manager at Paws4Ever in Mebane. Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards: Human Services Advisory Board Boards/Commissions applied for: Animal Services Advisory Board Background, education and experience relevant to this board: I am a dog trainer in Chapel Hill with my own business (Hearth and Hounds Dog Training) and am the Dog Training Program Manager at Paws4Ever. Reasons for wanting to serve on this board: I m interested in serving my local community more fully. I enjoyed my time on the Human Services Board and am interested in experiencing the Animal Services Board. Contribution to the diversity of viewpoints on this board: Professional Dog Trainer viewpoint. Conflict of Interest: I don t think that my personal work would cause a conflict of interest. I do not currently volunteer at the shelter. Boards/Commissions appointments: Other Comments: This application was current on: 1/20/2020 1:15:08 PM Date Printed: 1/21/2020 14 BOCC Attendance Records For Advisory Board Re-Appointments Animal Services Advisory Board - Mar 2019 - Feb 2020 Member Original Date A ointed Mar Apr May Jun Jul AugSep Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Lee Pickett 2/17/2019 1 N E P P N P P P P N P P P: Present @ Meeting A: Absent E: Excused Absence N: No Meeting Informatin Current Through: February 29,2020 15 Applicant Interest Listing by Board Name and by Applicant Name Contact Person: Bob Marotto Animal Services Advisory Board Contact Phone: 919-968-2287 Mr. David Francis Gender Identity: Male Date Applied: 07/28/2020 Ethnic Background: white Township: Chapel Hill Age Range 35-59 Res.Eligibility: Chapel Hill ETJ Also Serves On: Lori Gershon Gender Identity: Female Date Applied: 01/08/2020 Ethnic Background: White Township: Chapel Hill Age Range 35-59 Res.Eligibility: Carrboro City Limits Also Serves On: Kim Odom Gender Identity: Female Date Applied: 01/08/2020 Ethnic Background: White Township: Cedar Grove Age Range 35-59 Res.Eligibility: County Also Serves On: Allan Polak Gender Identity: Male Date Applied: 07/28/2020 Ethnic Background: white Township: Chapel Hill Age Range 35-59 Res.Eligibility: C.H.City Limits Also Serves On: Animal Services Hearing Panel Pool Dawn Roberts Gender Identity: Female Date Applied: 01/09/2020 Ethnic Background: White Township: Cedar Grove Age Range 35-59 Res.Eligibility: County Also Serves On: Meggie Romick Gender Identity: Female Date Applied: 07/28/2020 Ethnic Background: white Township: Chapel Hill Age Range 18-34 Res.Eligibility: C.H.City Limits Also Serves On: Animal Services Hearing Panel Pool Wednesday,August 26,2020 Page 1 of 2 16 Applicant Interest Listing by Board Name and by Applicant Name Contact Person: Bob Marotto Animal Services Advisory Board Contact Phone: 919-968-2287 Stacy Schenkel Gender Identity: Female Date Applied: 01/08/2020 Ethnic Background: White Township: Chapel Hill Age Range 35-59 Res.Eligibility: County Also Serves On: Brenda Baldwin Scott Gender Identity: Female Date Applied: 07/28/2020 Ethnic Background: white Township: Eno Age Range 60+ Res.Eligibility: County Also Serves On: Animal Services Hearing Panel Pool Susan Spinks Gender Identity: Female Date Applied: 01/20/2020 Ethnic Background: White Township: Chapel Hill Age Range 35-59 Res.Eligibility: C.H.City Limits Also Serves On: Ms. Jennifer Stout Gender Identity: Female Date Applied: 07/28/2020 Ethnic Background: white Township: Hillsborough Age Range Res.Eligibility: County Also Serves On: Animal Services Hearing Panel Pool Wednesday,August 26,2020 Page 2 of 2 17 Page 1 of 2 David Francis Volunteer Application Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions Name: Mr. David Francis Name Called: Home Address: 206 Northwood Drive Chapel Hill NC 27516 Phone: 2024924922 Email: dcfranci@gmail.com Year of OC Residence: 2013 Township of Residence: Chapel Hill Zone of Residence: Chapel Hill ETJ Gender Identity: Male Ethnic Background: white Age Range: 35-59 Community Activities/Organizational Memberships: I am a member of Launch Chapel Hill s Cohort 11 . 1 also am a member of the American Council on Germany. My wife works for the university, and my daughter is in day care near campus. We are also members of St. Thomas s Church. Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards: None. Boards/Commissions applied for: Animal Services Advisory Board Background, education and experience relevant to this board: I have an MBA from UNC, a graduate degree from Georgetown, and an undergraduate degree from the University of Chicago. I have lived around the world as a journalist, and can bring in many outside perspectives and solution to help solve problems. As a journalist, I have covered governments globally so I have a great understanding of how it functions, but still have a lot to learn.) have also been a responsible pet owner for the last 20 years. Reasons for wanting to serve on this board: I want to get involved in local government in some capacity to better know my Chapel Hill neighbors. I am also passionate about animal welfare. Finally, I want to start to introduce my daughter into how civic life works. Contribution to the diversity of viewpoints on this board: I have had the opportunity to live all over the world, as well as in major cities across the country. As a journalist, I have reported on pet conditions in a number of different countries. I can bring a unique perspective to the Animal Services Advisory Board based on these experiences. Conflict of Interest: Boards/Commissions appointments: Other Comments: 18 Page 2 of 2 David Francis This application was current on: 7/28/2020 Date Printed: 7/28/2020 19 Page 1 of 1 Kim Odom Volunteer Application Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions Name: Kim Odom Name Called: Home Address: 3815 Kenwood Drive Hillsborough NC 27278 Phone: 919-732-0915 Email: kim.wanke@duke.edu Year of OC Residence: 2018 Township of Residence: Cedar Grove Zone of Residence: County Gender Identity: Female Ethnic Background: White Age Range: 35-59 Community Activities/Organizational Memberships: None at the moment, other than past poll greater for Orange County Democratic Party. Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards: None Boards/Commissions applied for: Animal Services Advisory Board Background, education and experience relevant to this board: I have participated in animal rescue for years- by transporting animals, fostering, etc. Reasons for wanting to serve on this board: I would be interested in the animal advocacy member slot Contribution to the diversity of viewpoints on this board: I would offer my honest opinion on proposed topics and use my background with rescue as a source of experience Conflict of Interest: Boards/Commissions appointments: Other Comments: This application was current on: 1/8/2020 Date Printed: 1/9/2020 20 Page 1 of 1 Dawn Roberts Volunteer Application Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions Name: Dawn Roberts Name Called: Home Address: 2730 Little River Church Rd Hurdle mills NC 27541 Phone: 9194518475 Email: Dawn.roberts@biomerieux.com Year of OC Residence: 2017 Township of Residence: Zone of Residence: Gender Identity: Female Ethnic Background: White Age Range: 35-59 Community Activities/Organizational Memberships: Past Vice President and President of LPGA women5ETMs amateur RALEIGH chapter. Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards: None Boards/Commissions applied for: Animal Services Advisory Board Background, education and experience relevant to this board: I have been involved with many animal rescue, foster and adoption agencies over the last 20 years. I have extensive knowledge and experience in animal science and am currently a certified medical technologist for over 23 years. We currently have a farm with over 50 animals Reasons for wanting to serve on this board: I would really love to contribute my services, experience and knowledge and become a more active member of my community. In addition follow my cathartic love by helping on the animal welfare committee. Contribution to the diversity of viewpoints on this board: I believe my knowledge and background would help provide and contribute years of experience in animal care and welfare. Conflict of Interest: Boards/Commissions appointments: Other Comments: This application was current on: 1/9/2020 7:33:19 AM Date Printed: 1/13/2020 21 Page 1 of 2 Meggie Romick Volunteer Application Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions Name: Meggie Romick Name Called: Home Address: 253 Summerwalk Circle Chapel Hill NC 27517 Phone: 5733010281 Email: meggieromick@gmail.com Year of OC Residence: 2017 Township of Residence: Chapel Hill Zone of Residence: C.H. City Limits Gender Identity: Female Ethnic Background: white Age Range: 18-34 Community Activities/Organizational Memberships: Member of the ASPCA Animal Rescue Team. No local affiliations yet but looking to get involved. Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards: None Boards/Commissions applied for: Animal Services Advisory Board Background, education and experience relevant to this board: I have been a shelter volunteer since I was 15 and have volunteered at a number of shelters and adoption agencies in MO, KS, and VA. I am currently a volunteer with the ASPCA s Animal Rescue Unit. Reasons for wanting to serve on this board: I m interested in becoming more involved in Chapel Hill within the animal services field. Contribution to the diversity of viewpoints on this board: It's important to have a diverse range of viewpoints on the ASAB to ensure that all perspectives are considered when hearing concerns and making recommendations to the Board of County Commissioners. As either the Chapel Hill or an at-large representative, I would bring enthusiasm and a fresh outlook to the ASAB. I'm on the younger side of the age ranges, and I have a lot of energy--especially for things I am passionate about (i.e., animals). While still relatively new to the "Tar Heel State"--I moved to Chapel Hill from Virginia in 2017 and am originally from Missouri--I have been a member of the Animal Services Hearing Panel Pool since March of this year, and I would love the opportunity to be more involved. Conflict of Interest: Boards/Commissions appointments: 22 Page 2 of 2 Meggie Romick Animal Services Hearing Panel Pool Application Date: 2/12/2019 Background, education and experience relevant to this board: I have been a shelter volunteer since I was 15 and have volunteered at a number of shelters and adoption agencies in MO, KS, and VA. I am currently a volunteer with the ASPCA s Animal Rescue Unit. Reasons for wanting to serve on this board: I m interested in becoming more involved in Chapel Hill within the animal services field. Conflict of Interest: Other Comments: This application was current on: 7/28/2020 Date Printed: 7/28/2020 23 Page 1 of 2 Stacy Schenkel Volunteer Application Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions Name: Stacy Schenkel Name Called: Home Address: 7211 Union Grove Church Rd. Hillsborough NC 27278 Phone: 7148565745 Email: Kitty3leg@gmail.com Year of OC Residence: 2018 Township of Residence: Chapel Hill Zone of Residence: County Gender Identity: Female Ethnic Background: White Age Range: 35-59 Community Activities/Organizational Memberships: Graduate of OC Sheriff citizen5ETMs academy Certified Assistant Laboratory Animal Technician Registered Veterinary Technician (license currently inactive) Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards: N/A Boards/Commissions applied for: Animal Services Hearing Panel Pool Background, education and experience relevant to this board: I have always been an advocate for animal health and safety, even when I was a child. Animal husbandry has been a huge part of my personal life and ita€TMs now a large part of my professional life as well. Reasons for wanting to serve on this board: I'd like to do my part to protect the basic rights and safety of animals in Orange County and educate others if I can. Contribution to the diversity of viewpoints on this board: I grew up in southern California and I have been exposed to all sorts of animal behavior both wild and domestic. I am also well-versed in snake handling and education regarding wild reptiles. Conflict of Interest: 24 Page 2 of 2 Stacy Schenkel Animal Services Advisory Board Background, education and experience relevant to this board: I have always been an advocate for animal health and safety, even when I was a child. Animal husbandry has been a huge part of my personal life and METMs now a large part of my professional life as well. Reasons for wanting to serve on this board: I'd like to do my part to protect the basic rights and safety of animals in Orange County and educate others if I can. Contribution to the diversity of viewpoints on this board: I grew up in southern California and I have been exposed to all sorts of animal behavior both wild and domestic. I am also well-versed in snake handling and education regarding wild reptiles. Conflict of Interest: Boards/Commissions appointments: Other Comments: This application was current on: 1/8/2020 9:10:40 AM Date Printed: 1/9/2020 25 Page 1 of 2 Brenda Baldwin Scott Volunteer Application Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions Name: Brenda Baldwin Scott Name Called: Home Address: 6106 Bent Oak Dr Durham NC 27705 Phone: 919-3094647 Email: Mysons27705@yahoo.com Year of OC Residence: 2000 Township of Residence: Eno Zone of Residence: County Gender Identity: Female Ethnic Background: white Age Range: 60+ Community Activities/Organizational Memberships: I have worked for 3 years as an animal rehabber, specializing in orphaned neonatal kittens, for 2 local rescues. I have received technical training meant for vet tech continuing education, but I am not a vet tech. I have also received training as a wildlife rehabber for the Wildlife Rehab of NC, including annual workshops at NCSU Vet School. (To be clear, I do not live in any of the cities listed above. I live in an unincorporated part of the county.) Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards: None Boards/Commissions applied for: Animal Services Advisory Board Background, education and experience relevant to this board: My animal-related experience is explained above. I hold a Masters of Science in Chemistry and Biochemistry from California Institute of Technology. I am a published researcher, and I have 25 year of experience as a regional and national manager for research corporations. My work involved extensive experience with negotiating large contracts and building teams. I have worked for 3 years as an animal rehabber, specializing in orphaned neonatal kittens, for 2 local rescues. I have received technical training meant for vet tech continuing education, but I am not a vet tech. I have also received training as a wildlife rehabber for the Wildlife Rehab of NC, including annual workshops at NCSU Vet School. (To be clear, I do not live in any of the cities listed above. I live in an unincorporated part of the county.). Reasons for wanting to serve on this board: I have time now to get involved with local community. Contribution to the diversity of viewpoints on this board: I have a background in science and corporate business as well as pet rescue. This lends a logical appraisal of evidence relative to statutes. Conflict of Interest: 26 Page 2 of 2 Brenda Baldwin Scott Boards/Commissions appointments: Animal Services Hearing Panel Pool Application Date: 2/23/2016 Background, education and experience relevant to this board: My animal-related experience is explained above. I hold a Masters of Science in Chemistry and Biochemistry from California Institute of Technology. I am a published researcher, and I have 25 year of experience as a regional and national manager for rese Reasons for wanting to serve on this board: I have time now to get involved with local community. Conflict of Interest: Other Comments: This application was current on: 7/28/2020 Date Printed: 7/28/2020 27 Page 1 of 2 Jennifer Stout Volunteer Application Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions Name: Ms. Jennifer Stout Name Called: Home Address: 2401 George Anderson Dr Hillsborough NC 27278 Phone: 9193239992 Email: jenstout.nc@gmail.com Year of OC Residence: 2012 Township of Residence: Hillsborough Zone of Residence: County Gender Identity: Female Ethnic Background: white Age Range: Community Activities/Organizational Memberships: Graduate of the Hillsborough Citizen s Academy, Election Assistant for Orange County Board of Elections (2016 to present), former volunteer with Calvin s Paws, former board member and volunteer with North Carolina Therapeutic Riding Center, Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards: N/A Boards/Commissions applied for: Animal Services Advisory Board Background, education and experience relevant to this board: I m a lifelong animal lover. I grew up on a farm, later got into horses, and spent my formative years working the show circuit as a groom. I ve been a farm/pet sitter for over 20 years now. I work professionally in human clinical research, but my passion has always been animals and animal care. I ve volunteered in multiple capacities with animal rescue groups and other groups with a horse component (therapeutic riding). And I am also a fill in veterinary assistant at a local practice when they need additional hands. I think all of that brings a wealth of love and experience that could prove helpful and relevant. Reasons for wanting to serve on this board: I d like to find a way to combine by love of animals with my interest in local government and this seems a good way to marry that. Contribution to the diversity of viewpoints on this board: Conflict of Interest: Boards/Commissions appointments: 28 Page 2 of 2 Jennifer Stout Animal Services Hearing Panel Pool Application Date: 5/14/2019 Background, education and experience relevant to this board: Echoing what I said above... I m a lifelong animal lover. I grew up on a farm, later got into horses, and spent my formative years working the show circuit as a groom. I ve been a farm/pet sitter for over 20 years now. I work professionally in human c Reasons for wanting to serve on this board: This board is intriguing because the decisions made have strong personal and potentially community impacts. I m a dog owner and aficionado, but I ve also been the recipient of a nasty dog bite and have been exposed to the animal control/reporting side of Conflict of Interest: Other Comments: This application was current on: 7/28/2020 Date Printed: 7/28/2020