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ORANGE COUNTY
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
ACTION AGENDA ITEM ABSTRACT
Meeting Date: September 10, 2020
Action Agenda
Item No. 13
SUBJECT: Board of Social Services – Appointment Discussion
DEPARTMENT: Board of Commissioners
ATTACHMENT(S):
Membership Roster
Applicant Interest List
Applications of Persons on the Interest
List
INFORMATION CONTACT:
Clerk’s Office, 919-245-2125
PURPOSE: To discuss an appointment to the Board of Social Services.
BACKGROUND: The following appointment information is for Board consideration:
POSITION
NO.
NAME SPECIAL
REPRESENTATIVE
TYPE OF
APPOINTMENT
TERM
EXPIRATION
DATE
4 To Be
Determined
BOCC
Appointment
At-Large Citizen
(BOCC Appointee)
First Full Term 06/30/2023
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 an appointment to
the Board of Social Services.
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Board and Commission Members
And Vacant Positions
Board of Social Services
Contact Person:Lindsey Shewmaker
Contact Phone:919-245-2817
Meeting Times:4:00 pm third Monday of each month
Positions:5 Terms:2
Meeting Place:Hillsborough Commons Board Room
Length:3 years
Description:Two members are appointed by the Board of Commissioners - one citizen and one member of the Board of Commissioners.
The board is charged with selecting the Director of Social Services and advising the County and municipalities in ways to
improve the social conditions of the community. It consults with the Director of Social Services to solve problems and to
plan the budget.
Ethnic Background:Other
Susie Enoch
Gender Identity:Female Township:Cheeks
Resid/Spec Req:At-Large
Current Appointment:06/13/2019
Expiration:06/30/2022
Number of Terms:2
1 First Appointed:11/16/2016
Special Repr:Governor/Soc. Serv. CommissionAge Range:
Ethnic Background:white
Ms Tamara Dempsey-Tanner
Gender Identity:Female Township:Bingham
Resid/Spec Req:At-Large
Current Appointment:07/01/2018
Expiration:06/30/2021
Number of Terms:2
2 First Appointed:04/30/2014
Special Repr:Board of Social Services Appointment
Chair
Age Range:
Ethnic Background:white
Ms. Patricia Garavaglia
Gender Identity:Female Township:Chapel Hill
Resid/Spec Req:At-Large
Current Appointment:07/01/2017
Expiration:06/30/2020
Number of Terms:1
3 First Appointed:11/16/2016
Special Repr:Governor/Soc.Serv.CommissionAge Range:
Ethnic Background:
VACANT
Gender Identity:Township:
Resid/Spec Req:At-Large
Current Appointment:
Expiration:06/30/2023
Number of Terms:
4 First Appointed:
Special Repr:Citizen (BOCC Appointee)Age Range:
Ethnic Background:white
Jamezetta Bedford
Gender Identity:Female Township:Chapel Hill
Resid/Spec Req:At-Large
Current Appointment:12/10/2019
Expiration:12/31/2020
Number of Terms:
5 First Appointed:02/05/2013
Special Repr:County Commissioner or Citizen (BOCC Age Range:
Thursday, July 30, 2020 Page 1
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Applicant Interest Listing by Board Name and by Applicant Name
Board of Social Services Contact Person:Lindsey Shewmaker
Contact Phone:919-245-2817
Ethnic Background:White
William Oscar Fleming
Gender Identity:Male
Township:Hillsborough
Date Applied:06/30/2020
Mr.
Res. Eligibility:Hillsborough Town LimitsAge Range 35-59
Also Serves On:
Ethnic Background:African American
Jane Garrett
Gender Identity:Female
Township:Chapel Hill
Date Applied:06/25/2020
Ms
Res. Eligibility:C.H. City LimitsAge Range 60+
Also Serves On:
Ethnic Background:white
Greg Hughes
Gender Identity:Male
Township:Hillsborough
Date Applied:07/29/2020
Res. Eligibility:CountyAge Range
Also Serves On:
Ethnic Background:White
Shawnee Seese
Gender Identity:Female
Township:Chapel Hill
Date Applied:01/10/2020
Ms
Res. Eligibility:Carrboro City LimitsAge Range 35-59
Also Serves On:
Ethnic Background:Other
Peggy Wilmoth
Gender Identity:Female
Township:Chapel Hill
Date Applied:01/03/2020
Dr.
Res. Eligibility:C.H. City LimitsAge Range 60+
Also Serves On:
Wednesday, August 12, 2020 Page 1 of 1
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Volunteer Application
Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions
William Oscar Fleming Page 1 of 2
Home Address:623 Latimer St.
Township of Residence:
Zone of Residence:
Ethnic Background:White
Gender Identity:Male
Phone:9194411791
Email:oscar.fleming@unc.edu
Name:Mr. William Oscar Fleming
Boards/Commissions applied for:
Hillsborough NC 27278
Name Called:
Year of OC Residence:2012
Community Activities/Organizational Memberships:
Orange County Emergency Volunteer (EOC); Orange County Beekeepers Association;
Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards:
N/A
Age Range:35-59
Board of Social Services
Background, education and experience relevant to this board:
I support human services agencies and systems to identify, adopt and effectively use evidence
based programs and other innovative programs. I ve worked with county health departments and
community coalitions supporting holistic approaches to child well being. I am also conducting
research on the strategies and tools used to support effective parenting support programs.
Thus I feel that my work has contextual relevance to the work of the county DSS.
Reasons for wanting to serve on this board:
I am looking for opportunities to support family and child well being in my home county. I think
my professional expertise could be useful and inform county priorities. Finally, I have a passion
for ensuring family voice, perspective and needs are given priority and addressed effectivley.
Conflict of Interest:
I am not sure if this is a conflict but I am currently part of a project supporting the integration of
health care and social supports for children and families served by Medicaid in Orange, Durham,
Granville, Vance and Alamance counties. This will involve Orange county DSS at some point.
My role is focused on the design and improvement of certain roles within the project and will not
entail significant involvement with county partners and agencies. however, in the spirit of
Contribution to the diversity of viewpoints on this board:
I believe I would add a unique viewpoint from my interests in 1) ensuring agency staff and
leaders have the support and resources they need to meet their mandates and 2) ensuring that
intentional learning drives program and process improvement. I also support efforts to ensure
the board reflects the community and DSS clients. I am a community members but have not, to
date, been a DSS client.
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Other Comments:
This application was current on:6/30/2020 12:51:43 PM Date Printed:6/30/2020
Boards/Commissions appointments:
transparency, I wanted to share that work here.
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Volunteer Application
Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions
Jane Garrett Page 1 of 2
Home Address:123 South Merritt Mill Road
Township of Residence:
Zone of Residence:
Ethnic Background:African American
Gender Identity:Female
Phone:919-967-3082
Email:janegarrett1956@gmail.com
Name:Ms Jane Garrett
Boards/Commissions applied for:
Chapel Hill NC 27516
Name Called:
Year of OC Residence:1956
Community Activities/Organizational Memberships:
Board of Directors First Baptist and Manley Estates Chapel Hill, Deaconess and Trustee
First Baptist Church Chapel Hill, Member of Jackson Center Compass Group Chapel Hill,
Treasurer Chapel Hill-Carrboro Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc., Officer
Randolph Chapter #185 Order of the Eastern Star Chapel Hill
Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards:
None
Retired from Orange County in 2009 after 30+ years of service.
Age Range:60+
Board of Social Services
Background, education and experience relevant to this board:
Lifelong resident of Orange County. Retired Orange County Planner with a degree in Urban
Affairs. Historical knowledge of the area. Experience working with the elderly. Currently the
support person for a 100 year old female, having served in this capacity for over 30 years. Assist
to provide housing and economic support to low-income families.
Reasons for wanting to serve on this board:
There are various needs in the community, especially now with an unsure economy. Just having
seen how economics effect every phase of one s life. The ability to provide the basics i.e. to
shelter, clothe, feed, health needs, etc. My passion has always been to serve and assist others,
helping them where their specific need arises.
Conflict of Interest:
Contribution to the diversity of viewpoints on this board:
My age is a major factor. I can bring a different perspective based on the vast knowledge that I
have acquired over the years.
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Other Comments:
This application was current on:6/25/2020 9:37:38 PM Date Printed:6/29/2020
Boards/Commissions appointments:
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Volunteer Application
Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions
Greg Hughes Page 1 of 2
Home Address:1601 Dunn Place
Township of Residence: Hillsborough
Zone of Residence:County
Ethnic Background:white
Gender Identity:Male
Phone:9199286438
Email:Hugo1380@gmail.com
Name: Greg Hughes
Boards/Commissions applied for:
Hillsborough NC 27278
Name Called:
Year of OC Residence:2008
Community Activities/Organizational Memberships:
Orange rec basketball coach
Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards:
None
Age Range:
Board of Social Services
Background, education and experience relevant to this board:
I have worked as a social worker for the past 25 years and a licensed clinician
Reasons for wanting to serve on this board:
I am concerns about the services available to residents of the county.
Conflict of Interest:
Contribution to the diversity of viewpoints on this board:
Hillsborough Planning Board
Background, education and experience relevant to this board:
I have worked on strategic planning initiatives for both the Department of Veterans Affairs and
the Commonwealth of Massachusetts as part of my work over the past 25 years including the
development of schools, treatment facilities and residential programs.
Reasons for wanting to serve on this board:
I am concerned about my community and would like tone involved in planning for its future.
Conflict of Interest:
Contribution to the diversity of viewpoints 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:
Orange County Parks and Recreation Council
Background, education and experience relevant to this board:
I have been involved in several recreation programs as a coach and would like to be more
involved in the development of programs and resources..
Reasons for wanting to serve on this board:
Conflict of Interest:
Contribution to the diversity of viewpoints on this board:
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Volunteer Application
Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions
Shawnee Seese Page 1 of 4
Home Address:112 NC 54 Apt X4
Township of Residence:
Zone of Residence:
Ethnic Background:White
Gender Identity:Female
Phone:9199048490
Email:shawneeseese@gmail.com
Name:Ms Shawnee Seese
Boards/Commissions applied for:
Carrboro NC 27510
Name Called:
Year of OC Residence:2016
Community Activities/Organizational Memberships:
I currently serve as Secretary of the Orange County Board of Elections. I am very active
in various non-profit organizations, providing support in organizational development,
coalition building and sustainability. The most recent with the Board of Club Nova in
Carrboro. I have been asked to be a part of their advisory committees until I am
appointed officially in the summer. I mentor young adults attending college in personal
development and support them on their journey when I can. I am a global development
consultant and work with international organizations and governments as opportunities
arise. I have a growing attachment to this community and would welcome any volunteer
opportunity to serve.
Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards:
My only official appointment is as Secretary of the Orange County Board of Elections. I
do not have any current official duties on Orange County Advisory Boards, this would be
my first opportunity.
Age Range:35-59
Human Relations Commission
Background, education and experience relevant to this board:
I have over 25 years experience working with communities and special population groups
domestically and internationally. My career highlights include increasing awareness and
reducing alcohol and substance abuse, teen pregnancy, school dropout, and violence. I ve
assisted nongovernmental organizations and governments in strategic planning to address
critical needs in mental health services expansion, substance abuse services expansion, suicide
prevention, improving law enforcement response and even community policing relations, as well
as other social issues that contribute to public health.
I ve served with the Health Resources and Services Administration since 2010, providing consult
work in reviewing major grants addressing vital health and human needs. I have a keen
understanding of financial trends within government agencies and how it effects community
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strategies.
I worked with the President s Task Force on 21st Century Policing in the Obama Administration
and contributed through conducting topic research and synthesized and analyzed thousands of
data from verbal and written testimony, contributing to the President s Report.
My education includes a Bachelors degree in management and organizational development,
MBA in Finance, and currently a PhD Candidate in Public Policy and Administration scheduled to
graduate in Spring of 2020.
Reasons for wanting to serve on this board:
I want to serve because I have a responsibility to further the work of human relations, as a
member of this community. I believe in empowering people and community groups to make a
difference and to ensure that opportunities for personal growth can be achieved. It is an honor
to serve my community and I believe my extensive experience in various social justice issue
contributes insight into effective community responses and strategies providing another voice at
the table.
Conflict of Interest:
Contribution to the diversity of viewpoints on this board:
I bring with me 25 years of diverse experience in working with underserved and marginalized
population groups in the United States as well as internationally, bringing about awareness and
putting forth solutions that address equality and justice. I have also worked within depressed
regions with people who are underrepresented and have little resources. i.e. people with
disabilities, gender-based violence, alcohol and substance abuse prevention among youth,
community policing.
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Board of Social Services
Background, education and experience relevant to this board:
I have over 25 years experience working with communities and special population groups
domestically and internationally. My career highlights include increasing awareness and
reducing alcohol and substance abuse, teen pregnancy, school dropout, and violence. I ve
assisted nongovernmental organizations and governments in strategic planning to address
critical needs in mental health services expansion, substance abuse services expansion, suicide
prevention, improving law enforcement response and even community policing relations, as well
as other social issues that contribute to public health.
I ve served with the Health Resources and Services Administration since 2010, providing consult
work in reviewing major grants addressing vital health and human needs. I have a keen
understanding of financial trends within government agencies and how it effects community
strategies.
I worked with the President s Task Force on 21st Century Policing in the Obama Administration
and contributed through conducting topic research and synthesized and analyzed thousands of
data from verbal and written testimony, contributing to the President s Report.
My education includes a Bachelors degree in management and organizational development,
MBA in Finance, and currently a PhD Candidate in Public Policy and Administration scheduled to
graduate in Spring of 2020.
Reasons for wanting to serve on this board:
I want to serve because I have a responsibility to further the work of human relations, as a
member of this community. I believe in empowering people and community groups to make a
difference and to ensure that opportunities for personal growth can be achieved. It is an honor
to serve my community and I believe my extensive experience in various social justice issues as
it often relates to public health and prevention, contributes insight into effective community
responses and strategies providing another voice at the table.
Conflict of Interest:
Contribution to the diversity of viewpoints on this board:
I bring with me 25 years of diverse experience in working with underserved and marginalized
population groups in the United States as well as internationally, bringing about awareness and
putting forth solutions that address equality and justice. I have also worked within depressed
regions with people who are underrepresented and have little resources. i.e. people with
disabilities, gender-based violence, alcohol and substance abuse prevention among youth,
community policing.
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Other Comments:
This application was current on:1/10/2020 11:07:50 AM Date Printed:1/13/2020
Boards/Commissions appointments:
Board of Health
Background, education and experience relevant to this board:
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Reasons for wanting to serve on this board:
I have over 25 years experience working with communities and special population groups
domestically and internationally. My career highlights include increasing awareness and
reducing alcohol and substance abuse, teen pregnancy, school dropout, and violence. I ve
assisted nongovernmental organizations and governments in strategic planning to address
critical needs in mental health services expansion, substance abuse services expansion, suicide
prevention, improving law enforcement response and even community policing relations, as well
as other social issues that contribute to public health.
I ve served with the Health Resources and Services Administration since 2010, providing consult
work in reviewing major grants addressing vital health and human needs. I have a keen
understanding of financial trends within government agencies and how it effects community
strategies.
I worked with the President s Task Force on 21st Century Policing in the Obama Administration
and contributed through conducting topic research and synthesized and analyzed thousands of
data from verbal and written testimony, contributing to the President s Report.
My education includes a Bachelors degree in management and organizational development,
MBA in Finance, and currently a PhD Candidate in Public Policy and Administration scheduled to
graduate in Spring of 2020.
Conflict of Interest:
I bring with me 25 years of diverse experience in working with underserved and marginalized
population groups in the United States as well as internationally, bringing about awareness and
putting forth solutions that address various public health issues. I have also worked within
depressed regions with people who are underrepresented and have little resources. i.e. people
with disabilities, gender-based violence, alcohol and substance abuse prevention among youth,
community policing.
Contribution to the diversity of viewpoints on this board:
I want to serve because I have a responsibility as a member of this community to further the
work of ensuring quality of life through public health and prevention. My career has deeply
embedded roots in public health issues, such as alcohol and substance abuse prevention,
gender-based violence prevention, homelessness, poverty eradication, and even waste
management and sanitation to name a few. I often have used epidemiological prevention
models to increase awareness to a problem and moving communities toward being more active
in collaborative problem solving.
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Volunteer Application
Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions
Peggy Wilmoth Page 1 of 2
Home Address:211 Edgewater Circle
Township of Residence: Chapel Hill
Zone of Residence:C.H. City Limits
Ethnic Background:Other
Gender Identity:Female
Phone:919-966-9905
Email:wilmothmc@aol.com
Name:Dr. Peggy Wilmoth
Boards/Commissions applied for:
Chapel Hill NC 27516
Name Called:
Year of OC Residence:2017
Community Activities/Organizational Memberships:
Orange County Veterans Memorial Task Force
Retired Major General, US Army Reserve
Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards:
None; previously served on one in Mecklenburg County
Age Range:60+
Affordable Housing Advisory Board
Background, education and experience relevant to this board:
I m a nurse
Reasons for wanting to serve on this board:
I believe I have a broad background on which to pull for this board
Conflict of Interest:
Contribution to the diversity of viewpoints on this board:
First and foremost, I am a nurse and in the course of my career I have taught public health
nursing and as part of this teaching experiences, was engaged in a very diverse community in
Kansas City, MO, and in Atlanta, GA.
I have had myriad life experiences that would allow me to contribute to diversity of viewpoints,
but also importantly, to listen to other’s views. My military experiences required me to listen and
work with others from diverse backgrounds and experiences to lead to effective team
performance.
Social justice is a component of the nursing profession that I would bring to the Board’s
discussions as well as my experiences in working and living in highly diverse communities prior
to my move to Chapel Hill in 2017.
I have a policy background, both health policy and military policy, and am versed in the nuances
of policy and analysis of policy outcomes. Any effort to prioritize housing needs would need to be
done within regulatory and legislated policy guidelines.
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Other Comments:
This application was current on:1/3/2020 Date Printed:1/3/2020
Boards/Commissions appointments:
Board of Health
Background, education and experience relevant to this board:
I m a nurse
Reasons for wanting to serve on this board:
Ensuring access to high quality health is a priority for my profession; we are also the largest of
the health professions, I see that the current vacancy is for a Veterinarian.
Conflict of Interest:
Contribution to the diversity of viewpoints on this board:
Board of Social Services
Background, education and experience relevant to this board:
I am a nurse
Reasons for wanting to serve on this board:
It aligns with my professional background
Conflict of Interest:
Contribution to the diversity of viewpoints on this board:
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