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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.
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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.
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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. 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. Position#1 "Veterianarian from
Health Board",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
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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:
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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:
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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
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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
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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.
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Conflict of Interest:
Other Comments:
This application was current on: 9/5/2019 Date Printed: 9/5/2019
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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
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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:
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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:
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This application was current on: 7/28/2020 Date Printed: 7/28/2020
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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
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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
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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:
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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
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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:
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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
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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:
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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:
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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:
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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