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ORANGE COUNTY
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
ACTION AGENDA ITEM ABSTRACT
Meeting Date: September 10, 2020
Action Agenda
Item No. 11
SUBJECT: Arts Commission – Appointment Discussion
DEPARTMENT: Board of Commissioners
ATTACHMENT(S):
Membership Roster
Recommendation
Applications for Persons Recommended
Applicant Interest List
Applications of Persons on the Interest
List
INFORMATION CONTACT:
Clerk’s Office, 919-245-2125
PURPOSE: To discuss appointments to the Arts Commission.
BACKGROUND: The following appointment information is for Board consideration.
POSITION
NO.
NAME SPECIAL
REPRESENTATIVE
TYPE OF
APPOINTMENT
TERM
EXPIRATION
DATE
3 Matthew Keith UNC Student
Representative
First Full Term 06/30/2023
7 Sean T. Bailey At-Large First Full Term 09/30/2023
NOTE - If the individuals listed above are appointed, the following vacancies remain:
• None
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 Arts Commission.
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Board and Commission Members
And Vacant Positions
Arts Commission
Contact Person:Katie Murray
Contact Phone:919-245-2335
Meeting Times:6:00 pm second Monday of each month
Positions:15 Terms:2
Meeting Place:Alternating
Length:3 years
Description:The members of this commission are appointed by the Board of Commissioners. The Arts Commission is housed with the
Economic Development Department. It recommends strategies to promote the artistic and cultural growth of Orange County,
advises the Board of Commissioners on matters involving the arts, and acts as the granting panel for funding programs
available to individual artists and non-profit groups sponsoring arts projects in Orange County.
Ethnic Background:Other
Marcela Slade
Gender Identity:Female Township:Chapel Hill
Resid/Spec Req:At-Large
Current Appointment:03/08/2018
Expiration:03/31/2021
Number of Terms:1
1 First Appointed:12/04/2017
Special Repr:Age Range:
Ethnic Background:white
Tim Hoke
Gender Identity:Male Township:Chapel Hill
Resid/Spec Req:At-Large
Current Appointment:03/08/2018
Expiration:03/31/2021
Number of Terms:2
2 First Appointed:09/16/2014
Special Repr:Age Range:
Ethnic Background:
VACANT
Gender Identity:Township:
Resid/Spec Req:At-Large
Current Appointment:
Expiration:06/30/2023
Number of Terms:
3 First Appointed:
Special Repr:UNC Student RepresentativeAge Range:
Ethnic Background:white
Daniel Mayer
Gender Identity:Male Township:Chapel Hill
Resid/Spec Req:At-Large
Current Appointment:05/05/2020
Expiration:03/31/2023
Number of Terms:2
4 First Appointed:09/06/2016
Special Repr:Age Range:
Ethnic Background:white
Tinka Jordy
Gender Identity:Female Township:Bingham
Resid/Spec Req:At-Large
Current Appointment:05/05/2020
Expiration:03/31/2021
Number of Terms:3
5 First Appointed:09/16/2014
Special Repr:
Vice-Chair - One Year Ext.
Age Range:
Ethnic Background:white
Linda Williamson
Gender Identity:Female Township:Cheeks
Resid/Spec Req:At-Large
Current Appointment:09/17/2019
Expiration:09/30/2022
Number of Terms:1
6 First Appointed:12/04/2017
Special Repr:Age Range:
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Board and Commission Members
And Vacant Positions
Arts Commission
Contact Person:Katie Murray
Contact Phone:919-245-2335
Meeting Times:6:00 pm second Monday of each month
Positions:15 Terms:2
Meeting Place:Alternating
Length:3 years
Ethnic Background:white
Doris A. Friend
Gender Identity:Female Township:Bingham
Resid/Spec Req:At-Large
Current Appointment:09/17/2019
Expiration:09/30/2020
Number of Terms:3
7 First Appointed:11/19/2013
Special Repr:
Secretary - One Yr. Ext.
Age Range:
Ethnic Background:white
Bronwyn Merritt
Gender Identity:Female Township:Chapel Hill
Resid/Spec Req:At-Large
Current Appointment:03/08/2018
Expiration:03/31/2021
Number of Terms:2
8 First Appointed:09/16/2014
Special Repr:Age Range:
Ethnic Background:White
Ms. Krista Bremer
Gender Identity:Female Township:Chapel Hill
Resid/Spec Req:At-Large
Current Appointment:05/05/2020
Expiration:03/31/2023
Number of Terms:1
9 First Appointed:05/05/2020
Special Repr:Age Range:35-59
Ethnic Background:Hispanic
Mr. Marlon Torres
Gender Identity:Male Township:Chapel Hill
Resid/Spec Req:At-Large
Current Appointment:05/05/2020
Expiration:03/31/2023
Number of Terms:2
10 First Appointed:12/04/2017
Special Repr:Age Range:
Ethnic Background:White
Mr Brad Porter
Gender Identity:Male Township:Bingham
Resid/Spec Req:At-Large
Current Appointment:05/05/2020
Expiration:03/31/2023
Number of Terms:1
11 First Appointed:05/05/2020
Special Repr:Age Range:35-59
Ethnic Background:white
Anita Mills
Gender Identity:Female Township:Little River
Resid/Spec Req:At-Large
Current Appointment:03/08/2018
Expiration:03/31/2021
Number of Terms:1
12 First Appointed:03/21/2017
Special Repr:Age Range:
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Board and Commission Members
And Vacant Positions
Arts Commission
Contact Person:Katie Murray
Contact Phone:919-245-2335
Meeting Times:6:00 pm second Monday of each month
Positions:15 Terms:2
Meeting Place:Alternating
Length:3 years
Ethnic Background:African American
Mr. Frederick Joiner
Gender Identity:Male Township:Chapel Hill
Resid/Spec Req:At-Large
Current Appointment:02/06/2018
Expiration:03/31/2021
Number of Terms:1
13 First Appointed:02/06/2018
Special Repr:
Chair
Age Range:
Ethnic Background:white
Mr Justin Haslett
Gender Identity:Male Township:Chapel Hill
Resid/Spec Req:At-Large
Current Appointment:09/17/2019
Expiration:09/30/2022
Number of Terms:1
14 First Appointed:02/19/2019
Special Repr:Age Range:
Ethnic Background:white
Delia Keefe
Gender Identity:Female Township:Chapel Hill
Resid/Spec Req:At-Large
Current Appointment:03/19/2019
Expiration:03/31/2022
Number of Terms:2
15 First Appointed:04/05/2016
Special Repr:
Secretary
Age Range:
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O R A N G E C O U N T Y A R T S C O M M I S S I O N
200 South Cameron Street | Hillsborough, NC 27278
919.245.2335 | www.artsorange.org | arts@orangecountync.gov
August 11, 2020 Thom Freeman-Stuart Deputy Clerk 300 West Tryon Street Hillsborough, NC 27278 Dear Thom: At the July 13, 2020 meeting, the Orange County Arts Commission Advisory Board approved the appointment of
Matthew Keith to Position #3 as the OCAC/UNC Student Liaison for the 2020-21 school year. This is term will expire June 31, 2021. Mr. Keith is a Morehead-Cain Scholar at UNC, a music student, and is involved with on-campus performing arts. His role as liaison between our organizations, as well as his input as a current student and local artist, will be invaluable for the future initiatives of the OCAC. Additionally, at the August 10, 2020 meeting, the board approved the appointment of Sean T. Bailey to Position #7, currently held by Doris Friend until September 30, 2020. This term will expire September 30, 2023. Sean is a photographer and genetic and molecular biologist at UNC. His perspective as a person of color working in the sciences has influenced his work as an artist. This perspective, in addition to Sean’s network within the local arts community, make Sean a much-needed voice on our board. Sincerely,
Katie Murray Arts Commission Director
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Volunteer Application
Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions
Matthew Keith Page 1 of 2
Home Address:917 Greenwood Rd
Township of Residence: Chapel Hill
Zone of Residence:C.H. City Limits
Ethnic Background:White
Gender Identity:Male
Phone:6158910611
Email:mhkeith@live.unc.edu
Name: Matthew Keith
Boards/Commissions applied for:
Chapel HIll NC 27514
Name Called:
Year of OC Residence:2017
Community Activities/Organizational Memberships:
Student at UNC Chapel Hill (Senior)
Morehead-Cain Scholar
Writer, actor, director for Carolina Film Association
Voice student at UNC Music Department
Actor for UNC Pauper Players
Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards:
N/A
Age Range:18-34
Arts Commission
Background, education and experience relevant to this board:
As a current student at UNC Chapel Hill, I have a unique perspective on campus arts
organizations and which of them deserve more attention. I have been a member of many groups
from theatre to film in both creative and executive roles, and I have many friends and
collaborators involved in many more student arts organizations.
Reasons for wanting to serve on this board:
I want to bring groups (specifically student arts organizations) to the board s attention in order to
broaden their public platform. I want to help grow the community s appreciation of not only
student art, but also underrepresented student art such as arts groups representing POC and
LGBTQ+ groups as a few examples.
Conflict of Interest:
Contribution to the diversity of viewpoints on this board:
My age and connection to UNC s campus groups gives me a unique perspective for the board.
Although I personally am not the most diverse person myself, I am committed and driven to
using this position as a platform to raise up diverse and underrepresented viewpoints in student
art.
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Page 2 of 2 Matthew Keith
Other Comments:
This application was current on:6/12/2020 2:54:09 PM Date Printed:8/11/2020
Boards/Commissions appointments:
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Volunteer Application
Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions
Sean Bailey Page 1 of 2
Home Address:2408 Summit Dr.
Township of Residence:
Zone of Residence:
Ethnic Background:African American
Gender Identity:Male
Phone:9195591655
Email:somethingbrilliantstudios@gmail.com
Name: Sean Bailey
Boards/Commissions applied for:
Hillsborough NC 27278
Name Called:
Year of OC Residence:2008
Community Activities/Organizational Memberships:
member of Hillsborough Presbyterian Church
Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards:
N/A
Boards/Commissions appointments:
Age Range:35-59
Arts Commission
Background, education and experience relevant to this board:
I ve have practiced photography for just over 6 years with a focus in utilizing traditional and non-
traditional darkroom printing techniques. I have bachelor degrees in the social (Anthropology)
and biological (zoology) sciences with a doctorate in genetics and molecular biology. This
training helps me be aware of my social and natural world. Both which are essential for how I
practice my creative efforts
Reasons for wanting to serve on this board:
Having an opportunity to serve on this board will allow me to harvest other s opportunities for
sharing their vision, grow with the creative community around me. Ultimately, I want to be a part
of fueling meaningful relationships for the arts to help advance how we interact and share as a
community.
Conflict of Interest:
Contribution to the diversity of viewpoints on this board:
Being a person of color with an advanced degree in the sciences and practicing a craft that has
historically had little coverage by people of color gives me an opportunity to be forward facing for
our community. I truly believe generating awareness and opportunity to utilize creative
resources will be vital for reaching hidden talents of unrecognized communities. Sharing my
story is just a small step, while listening to others is the true responsibility to generating change
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Page 2 of 2 Sean Bailey
Other Comments:
This application was current on:8/6/2020 12:42:31 PM Date Printed:8/10/2020
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Applicant Interest Listing by Board Name and by Applicant Name
Arts Commission Contact Person:Katie Murray
Contact Phone:919-245-2335
Ethnic Background:African American
Sean Bailey
Gender Identity:Male
Township:Hillsborough
Date Applied:08/06/2020
Res. Eligibility:Hillsborough Town LimitsAge Range 35-59
Also Serves On:
Ethnic Background:Asian American
Lili Engelhardt
Gender Identity:Female
Township:Chapel Hill
Date Applied:07/29/2020
Mrs.
Res. Eligibility:Carrboro City LimitsAge Range 35-59
Also Serves On:
Ethnic Background:White
Matthew Keith
Gender Identity:Male
Township:Chapel Hill
Date Applied:06/12/2020
Res. Eligibility:C.H. City LimitsAge Range 18-34
Also Serves On:
Ethnic Background:white
Heather Lewis
Gender Identity:Female
Township:Chapel Hill
Date Applied:12/31/2019
Ms.
Res. Eligibility:Carrboro City LimitsAge Range 35-59
Also Serves On:
Ethnic Background:white
Ryan Phillips
Gender Identity:Male
Township:Chapel Hill
Date Applied:02/25/2019
Res. Eligibility:C.H. City LimitsAge Range
Also Serves On:
Ethnic Background:white
Drew Remaley
Gender Identity:Male
Township:Hillsborough
Date Applied:12/30/2019
Res. Eligibility:Hillsborough Town LimitsAge Range 60+
Also Serves On:
Tuesday, August 11, 2020 Page 1 of 2
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Applicant Interest Listing by Board Name and by Applicant Name
Arts Commission Contact Person:Katie Murray
Contact Phone:919-245-2335
Ethnic Background:white
Arthur Sprinczeles
Gender Identity:Male
Township:Hillsborough
Date Applied:03/05/2019
Res. Eligibility:CountyAge Range
Also Serves On:Affordable Housing Advisory Board
Ethnic Background:white
Nicholas Volant
Gender Identity:Male
Township:Chapel Hill
Date Applied:12/16/2019
Mr.
Res. Eligibility:Carrboro JPAAge Range 18-34
Also Serves On:
Tuesday, August 11, 2020 Page 2 of 2
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Volunteer Application
Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions
Lili Engelhardt Page 1 of 2
Home Address:303 Lake Hogan Farm Road
Township of Residence: Chapel Hill
Zone of Residence:Carrboro City Limits
Ethnic Background:Asian American
Gender Identity:Female
Phone:919 923 2844
Email:lili@engelhardt.com
Name:Mrs. Lili Engelhardt
Boards/Commissions applied for:
Chapel Hill NC 27516
Name Called:
Year of OC Residence:2009
Community Activities/Organizational Memberships:
With the effort required to launch our new business, I have been forced to curtail my
community and organizational work. That being said, community involvement has always
been core to my values. Some of my past work includes:
2017 - Published Down syndrome portrait book as fundraiser for Anna s Angels, Gigi s
Playhouse, and the Triangle Down Syndrome Network
2015 - 2017 Leukemia & Lymphoma Society - Leadership Team
2015 - 2017 Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Triangle - Board of Directors
2011-21017 - Lili Engelhardt Fine Art donated over $750,000 of goods and services to
local non profits
2001 - NY City Partnership and ReSTART Central - Helped companies affected by 9/11
recover and helped allocate grant money to affected businesses
2001 - Helped create This is New York, a photography book that chronicled the rise and
fall of the Twin Towers.
Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards:
--
Age Range:35-59
Chapel Hill/Orange County Visitors Bureau
Background, education and experience relevant to this board:
I have an MBA and strong analytical skills that can be used in analyzing proposals and
evaluating marketing plans.
I have traveled throughout the world extensively, lived / worked in several countries as well as
cities throughout the US, and have many points of reference for what different travelers are
looking for and may appreciate / remember.
Reasons for wanting to serve on this board:
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Other Comments:
This application was current on:7/29/2020 Date Printed:7/29/2020
Boards/Commissions appointments:
Reasons for wanting to serve on this board:
I want to get involved in the community and help continue to make it a desirable destination and
look for ways to grow its appeal even more.
The work that I am doing with frolyk ties in closely with the goal of the Orange County Visitor s
bureau to bring people to Orange County and to show them what an amazing place it is.
Conflict of Interest:
Contribution to the diversity of viewpoints on this board:
My art background has been primarily in the visual arts with photography as a focus. I have
been involved in photography for twenty years, running a studio for five years, and now doing
primarily on-site studio work. I am passionate about art as a way of helping people see deeper,
understand more, and connect more authentically. I am a strong believer in public art and
building community and connection through art. I don’t know if this contributes to the diversity of
viewpoints… I hope so. Please feel free to ask more questions if this does not answer your
question or if you would like more information. I am passionate about art and would love to help.
Economic Development Advisory Board (REQUIRES DISCLOSURE STATEMENT)
Background, education and experience relevant to this board:
I hold an MBA and a BA in applied mathematics and economics. This plus my experience in
investment banking, technology market development and strategic planning have given me a
strong background in business analysis. I have worked in companies of many different sizes
from large corporations and mid sized companies to small companies and ground floor
startups. Having run startups in Orange County, I have a strong understanding of the issues
Reasons for wanting to serve on this board:
I would like to get involved to help small businesses flourish in Orange County.
Conflict of Interest:
Contribution to the diversity of viewpoints on this board:
Arts Commission
Background, education and experience relevant to this board:
I ran a successful portrait studio for six years in Chapel Hill. I understand what it is like to work
in the art world in Orange County.
Reasons for wanting to serve on this board:
I am a strong believer in the arts and the importance of the arts in the community and in
education.
I come from a family of artists (oil painter and sculptor, musicians) and art has been
fundamental to how I see the world.
It is important to me to see the arts flourish in a world where they often get left behind.
Conflict of Interest:
Contribution to the diversity of viewpoints on this board:
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Volunteer Application
Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions
Heather Lewis Page 1 of 2
Home Address:121 Westview Dr. #28
Township of Residence: Chapel Hill
Zone of Residence:Carrboro City Limits
Ethnic Background:white
Gender Identity:Female
Phone:919-966-1929
Email:hlewis22@unc.edu
Name:Ms. Heather Lewis
Boards/Commissions applied for:
Carrboro NC 27510
Name Called:
Year of OC Residence:2012
Community Activities/Organizational Memberships:
Arts Commission Board Member, Town of Carrboro
Chapel Hill / Carrboro School District Leader, NC PTA Reflections Art Program
UNC Employee Forum Delegate, Division 5, Administrative Support Workers, Health
Affairs
UNC Community Service Committee
UNC Communications Committee
Girl Scout Troop Leader Troop #422
Carrboro Elementary Advocacy Chair
Carrboro Elementary Room Parent
Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards:
N/A
Age Range:35-59
Arts Commission
Background, education and experience relevant to this board:
2006
Master of Fine Art in Photographic Imaging
• GPA 3.6 on a 4.0 scale
Thesis Title: “Post Memoryâ€
2003 Art Institute of Atlanta
Associates of Art in Photographic Imaging
• GPA 3.4 on a 4.0 scale
2000 East Carolina University
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Other Comments:
This application was current on:12/31/2019 Date Printed:12/31/2019
Boards/Commissions appointments:
Bachelor of Art in Metal Design
• GPA 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
Reasons for wanting to serve on this board:
I enjoy the community involvement, especially with a focus on the arts.
Conflict of Interest:
Contribution to the diversity of viewpoints on this board:
I have three art degrees and have participated in the Carrboro Arts Council, am the district
leader for the National PTA art contest, and work in the arts.
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Volunteer Application
Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions
Ryan Phillips Page 1 of 2
Home Address:1100 West NC Highway 54 Bypass #38B
Township of Residence: Chapel Hill
Zone of Residence:
Ethnic Background:white
Sex:Male
Phone (Day):9103153373
Phone (Evening):9103153373
Phone (Cell):9103153373
Email:rpphilli@ncsu.edu
Name: Ryan Phillips
Boards/Commissions applied for:
Chapel Hill NC 27516
Place of Employment: UNC School of Medicine
Job Title:Accounting Technician
Name Called:
Year of OC Residence:2019
Community Activities/Organizational Memberships:
Not currently involved with any local organizations. Moved back to the Triangle from
Charlotte, where I was involved with the food bank, Habitat for Humanity and the
production team for Elevation Church s Uptown campus. Started working at UNC in
October and am seeking ways to get involved in Orange County.
Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards:
None
Human Relations Commission
Background, education and experience relevant to this board:
I am an optimist and believe in humanity and its ability to learn from mistakes, improve, and
move forward together. I ve always realized how fortunate I am in life and have sought to help
those less fortunate than myself. I have served on mission trips to help the disadvantaged in St.
Louis, Cincinnati, and Choluteca (Honduras). For my Eagle Scout project, I collected over
13,000 books for donation to village schools via Books For Africa, and at my high school
graduation, I received the Great Citizen Award for my class. During my time at NC State, I
served as a volunteer income tax assistant to help people in the community file their taxes for
free. I also organized the Financial Literacy Month program for University Wellness, ensuring
students had access to financial resources that aren t offered in the classroom. Lastly, I served
as a Student Network Group Mentor for the Poole College of Management to coordinate
incoming students professional development and promote diversity awareness.
Reasons for wanting to serve on this board:
I have collaborated with individuals of many different backgrounds and I always find it fascinating
to learn about other people and their life story. It pains me to hear when others are hurt
physically or emotionally simply for being themselves. I always treat others with respect and
compassion and want to help prevent and/or eliminate bias and discrimination in Orange
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Other Comments:
This application was current on:2/25/2019 11:27:25 PM Date Printed:2/27/2019
Supplemental Questions:
Boards/Commissions appointments:
County, so that we can serve as a model for other communities around the state, nation, and
world. Change in attitudes can be difficult to obtain, but I want to help promote dialogue to build
common ground and remove divisions by focusing on the values that make us all human. I want
to help ensure that fear, isolation, and intolerance have no place in our community and that in
their void are only love, connection, and compassion to bring us together.
Conflict of Interest:
Commission for the Environment
Background, education and experience relevant to this board:
I initially started college as a meteorology major before switching to business administration, and
learned in courses about how human behavior can affect the environment and climate. Before
college, I was a member of the NC SAVE club at my school, which enacted recycling on campus
and raised funds to protect the rainforest via the Rainforest Trust. For my Eagle Scout project, I
collected over 13,000 books for reuse in schools by Books for Africa. About 1,500 books were
not in great enough condition for donation, but were recycled with the help of Habitat for
Humanity.
Reasons for wanting to serve on this board:
I began working in Orange County in October and want to serve on this board to help ensure
environmental protection of this beautiful area and to champion environmental stewardship in
the Orange County community. I am highly interested in this topic and would work to research
and create innovative environmental ideas and goals for the county to ensure a healthy
environment for the current and future generations.
Conflict of Interest:
Arts Commission
Background, education and experience relevant to this board:
I obtained a minor in journalism while attending NC State and have experience in journalistic
writing for the Flyers Focus newspaper at Sandhills Community College and video/radio
presentation for the Broadcast Meteorology Club at NC State. Last year, while I lived in
Charlotte, I served on the production crew for Elevation Church s uptown campus. I also have a
personal interest in music and am teaching myself piano and guitar. In school, I played the violin
and trumpet (marching band) performed in musicals, and sang in youth choir.
Reasons for wanting to serve on this board:
The arts are like the petals of a flower. STEM careers are important to making society run, just
like the stem of a flower is important in helping it stand upright. The petals add beauty to a
flower, just like the arts and culture add beauty to a community and society as a whole. The arts
enrich the lives of so many people and are an important staple in providing a community with its
own unique appeal. I want to serve on this board to help support the arts of Orange County
through existing ideas and to introduce new strategies for continued growth.
Conflict of Interest:
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Volunteer Application
Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions
Drew Remaley Page 1 of 1
Home Address:405 West Queen St.
Township of Residence: Hillsborough
Zone of Residence:Hillsborough Town Limits
Ethnic Background:white
Gender Identity:Male
Phone:919-422-7574
Email:drewshousenc@gmail.com
Name: Drew Remaley
Boards/Commissions applied for:
Hillsborough NC 27278
Other Comments:
Name Called:
This application was current on:12/30/2019 Date Printed:12/30/2019
Year of OC Residence:2012
Community Activities/Organizational Memberships:
None
Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards:
none
Boards/Commissions appointments:
Age Range:60+
Arts Commission
Background, education and experience relevant to this board:
Designing architecture and creating art for fifty years
Reasons for wanting to serve on this board:
Love of art and expression
Conflict of Interest:
Contribution to the diversity of viewpoints on this board:
I have been building and designing for most of my life as well as being a musician. I feel that
with my art and design background in addition to building background I could be of value on a
historic or artistic board of advisers.
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Volunteer Application
Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions
Arthur Sprinczeles Page 1 of 2
Home Address:610 Churton Grove Blvd
Hillsborough NC 27278
Township of Residence: Hillsborough
Zone of Residence:County
Ethnic Background:white
Sex:Male
Phone (Day):919-452-2757
Phone (Evening):919-241-3531
Phone (Cell):919-452-2757
Email:arthur.sprinczeles@gmail.com
Name: Arthur Sprinczeles
Boards/Commissions applied for:
22
Place of Employment: Retired
Job Title:Retired
Name Called:
Year of OC Residence:2006
Community Activities/Organizational Memberships:
I was a board member of the Affordable Housing Advisory Board. I termed out over a
year and a half ago. I sit on the Hillsborough Sewer & Water Board. I m co chair on the
board. I also sat on the Hillsborough Orange County Chamber board.
Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards:
Animal Services Advisory Board
The Affordable Housing Board
Supplemental Questions:
Boards/Commissions appointments:
Arts Commission
Background, education and experience relevant to this board:
I have lived around the arts my whole life. My dad was a professional artist. My sister went to
F.I.T and was a fashion designer.
Reasons for wanting to serve on this board:
I have a great appreciation for it.
Conflict of Interest:
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Page 2 of 2 Arthur Sprinczeles
Work Experience: Worked for Rotor Rooter Corp. from 1981 to 2001 I was the Industrial
Manager for them
Syosset Ford NY Sales / Service Writer Master Certified from 2001 to 2006
Coffee News of Orange County 2007 to 2010 Owner
Education: SUNY Farmingdale NY
Volunteer Experience: Member of Hillsborough Rotary Club
Board Member Hillsborough Chamber
Other Comments:
STAFF COMMENTS: Originally (05/19/2011 applied for Animal Services Board, Orange
Water & Sewer Authority Board of Directors, and Affordable Housing Advisory Board.
ADDDRESS VERIFICATION: 610 Churton Grove Blvd. is Orange County Jurisdiction
and Hillsborough Township. UPDATED APPLICATION FOR OWASA BOARD
04/20/2012.
New application submitted 01/07/2014.
This application was current on:3/5/2019 Date Printed:3/7/2019
Affordable Housing Advisory Board
Background, education and experience relevant to this board:
Past Member
Reasons for wanting to serve on this board:
I enjoyed being a past member of this board
Conflict of Interest:
Application Date:7/23/2018
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Volunteer Application
Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions
Nicholas Volant Page 1 of 2
Home Address:213 Homestead Rd.
Township of Residence: Chapel Hill
Zone of Residence:Carrboro JPA
Ethnic Background:white
Gender Identity:Male
Phone:9193389898
Email:irnick@outlook.com
Name:Mr. Nicholas Volant
Boards/Commissions applied for:
chapel hill NC 27516
Name Called:
Year of OC Residence:2014
Community Activities/Organizational Memberships:
-Extra-Life: Member since 2014, taking donations to benefit Duke Children s Hospital
during live-stream events.
-Arunah Hill Natural Science Center in Cummington, Massachusetts
Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards:
None Currently, applying for ORANGE COUNTY ARTS COMMISSION
Age Range:18-34
Arts Commission
Background, education and experience relevant to this board:
I attended and Graduated Western Connecticut State University with a Bachelors in Graphic
Design, minor in Photography. I have had experience in portrait, landscape and urban
photography as well as oil painting and drawing in various media.
Reasons for wanting to serve on this board:
I would like to get more involved in the community in which I call home, and I would like to learn
more about the way the Arts Commission can provide a positive impact in the daily lives of
Orange County citizens and visitors firsthand.
Conflict of Interest:
Contribution to the diversity of viewpoints on this board:
Having many years of experience in the Technology industry working for Microsoft, I may be
able to include valuable insight into the importance of more emergent forms of art and the ways
to include Technology in the discussion of advertising, promotion, and distribution of local art.
Having also been a student of art and technology, I have the vocabulary to connect and convey
with younger population segments. Being in my early 30’s currently gives me a unique
perspective on the digital divide in generations, having lived pre and post mainstream internet
usage. I understand and respect the validity of traditional art along with more experimental and
new forms of expression.
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Other Comments:
This application was current on:12/16/2019 Date Printed:12/16/2019
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