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Home My WebLink AboutAgenda - 11-12-20; ITEM 5 - Chapel Hill Orange County Visitors Bureau – Appointment Discussion ORANGE COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS ACTION AGENDA ITEM ABSTRACT Meeting Date:November 12, 2020 Action Agenda Item No. 5 SUBJECT: Chapel Hill Orange County Visitors Bureau – Appointment Discussion DEPARTMENT: Board of Commissioners ATTACHMENT(S): Membership Roster Recommendations Applications for Persons Recommended Attendance Record Applicant Interest List Applications of Persons on the Interest List INFORMATION CONTACT: Clerk’s Office, 919-245-2125 PURPOSE: To discuss appointments to the Chapel Hill Orange County Visitors Bureau. BACKGROUND: The following appointment information is for Board consideration: NAME SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE TYPE OF APPOINTMENT TERM EXPIRATION DATE Aubrey Williams Orange County/Hillsborough Chamber of Commerce First Full Term 12/31/2023 Anthony Carey Economic Development Advisory Board Second Full Term (re-appointment) 12/31/2023 Dan Mayer Orange County Arts Commission First Full Term 12/31/2023 NOTE – If the individuals listed above are appointed, the following vacancies remain: POSITION DESIGNATION EXPIRATION DATE VACANCY INFORMATION Chapel Hill – Carrboro Chamber of Commerce 12/31/2023 This position has been vacant since 02/15/2020. FINANCIAL IMPACT: None 1 SOCIAL JUSTICE IMPACT: 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 Chapel Hill Orange County Visitors Bureau. 2 Board and Commission Members And Vacant Positions Chapel Hill/Orange County Visitors Bureau Contact Person:Leslie Wilcox Contact Phone:919-245-4328 Meeting Times:8:00 am third Wed., monthly, no meeting in July/December Positions:17 Terms:2 Meeting Place:location varies Length:3 years Description:All members are appointed by the Board of Commissioners. The Visitors Bureau is charged with developing and coordinating visitor services in Orange County. It also implements marketing programs that will enhance the economic activity and quality of life in the community. Ethnic Background:White Ms. Pam Hemminger Gender Identity:Female Township:Chapel Hill Resid/Spec Req:At-Large Current Appointment:09/17/2019 Expiration:12/31/2021 Number of Terms:1 1 First Appointed:09/17/2019 Special Repr:Chapel Hill Town CouncilAge Range: Ethnic Background: VACANT Gender Identity:Township: Resid/Spec Req:At-Large Current Appointment: Expiration:12/31/2020 Number of Terms: 2 First Appointed: Special Repr:Chapel Hill-Carrboro Chamber of CommAge Range: Ethnic Background:White David Brooks Gender Identity:Male Township:Cedar Grove Resid/Spec Req:At-Large Current Appointment:12/12/2017 Expiration:12/31/2020 Number of Terms:1 3 First Appointed:12/12/2017 Special Repr:Orange County/Hillsborough Chamber ofAge Range: Ethnic Background:White Mrs. Tanya Moore Gender Identity:Female Township:Chapel Hill Resid/Spec Req:At-Large Current Appointment:01/22/2019 Expiration:12/31/2021 Number of Terms:1 4 First Appointed:01/22/2019 Special Repr:UNC Chapel HillAge Range: Ethnic Background:White Anthony Carey Gender Identity:Male Township:Alamance County Resid/Spec Req:At-Large Current Appointment:12/12/2017 Expiration:12/31/2020 Number of Terms:1 5 First Appointed:05/16/2017 Special Repr:Economic Development Advisory Board- Chair Age Range: Ethnic Background:White Kayla Austin Gender Identity:Female Township:Chapel Hill Resid/Spec Req:At-Large Current Appointment:03/10/2020 Expiration:12/31/2022 Number of Terms:2 6 First Appointed:02/07/2017 Special Repr:NC High School Athletic AssociationAge Range: Friday, October 16, 2020 Page 1 3 Board and Commission Members And Vacant Positions Chapel Hill/Orange County Visitors Bureau Contact Person:Leslie Wilcox Contact Phone:919-245-4328 Meeting Times:8:00 am third Wed., monthly, no meeting in July/December Positions:17 Terms:2 Meeting Place:location varies Length:3 years Ethnic Background:White Mark Bell Gender Identity:Male Township:Hillsborough Resid/Spec Req:Hillsborough Twnshp Current Appointment:03/10/2020 Expiration:12/31/2022 Number of Terms:2 7 First Appointed:02/16/2016 Special Repr:Town of Hillsborough Board of CommissAge Range: Ethnic Background:Asian American Mr Sam Vadgama Gender Identity:Male Township:Chapel Hill Resid/Spec Req:At-Large Current Appointment:09/17/2019 Expiration:12/31/2021 Number of Terms:1 8 First Appointed:09/17/2019 Special Repr:O/C Lodging Assoc.Age Range: Ethnic Background: Ms. Lydia Lavelle Gender Identity:Township:Chapel Hill Resid/Spec Req:At-Large Current Appointment:03/10/2020 Expiration:12/31/2022 Number of Terms:2 9 First Appointed:05/16/2017 Special Repr:Carrboro Board of AldermenAge Range: Ethnic Background:Native American Beverly Payne Gender Identity:Female Township: Resid/Spec Req:At-Large Current Appointment:10/06/2020 Expiration:12/31/2022 Number of Terms:1 10 First Appointed:10/06/2020 Special Repr:Alliance/Hist.HillsboroughAge Range:60+ Ethnic Background:White Mark Sherburne Gender Identity:Male Township:Chapel Hill Resid/Spec Req:At-Large Current Appointment:01/22/2019 Expiration:12/31/2021 Number of Terms:2 11 First Appointed:02/16/2016 Special Repr:O/C Lodging Assoc.Age Range: Ethnic Background:White Tim Hoke Gender Identity:Male Township:Chapel Hill Resid/Spec Req:At-Large Current Appointment:12/12/2017 Expiration:12/31/2020 Number of Terms:1 12 First Appointed:04/25/2016 Special Repr:O.C. Arts CommissionAge Range: Friday, October 16, 2020 Page 2 4 Board and Commission Members And Vacant Positions Chapel Hill/Orange County Visitors Bureau Contact Person:Leslie Wilcox Contact Phone:919-245-4328 Meeting Times:8:00 am third Wed., monthly, no meeting in July/December Positions:17 Terms:2 Meeting Place:location varies Length:3 years Ethnic Background:African American Anita "Spring" Council Gender Identity:Female Township:Chapel Hill Resid/Spec Req:Ex-officio Current Appointment:03/10/2020 Expiration:12/31/2022 Number of Terms:1 13 First Appointed:09/17/2019 Special Repr:Economic Development Staff - Town of Age Range: Ethnic Background:White Mr. Jon Hartman-Brown Gender Identity:Male Township:Chapel Hill Resid/Spec Req:Ex-officio Current Appointment:10/06/2020 Expiration:06/30/2023 Number of Terms:1 14 First Appointed:10/06/2020 Special Repr:Economic Development Staff - Town of Age Range:18-34 Ethnic Background:White Mr. Matt Gladdek Gender Identity:Male Township:Eno Resid/Spec Req:Ex-officio Current Appointment:10/06/2020 Expiration:06/30/2023 Number of Terms:1 15 First Appointed:09/17/2019 Special Repr:Chapel Hill Downtown Partnership Staff Age Range: Ethnic Background:White Libbie Hough Gender Identity:Female Township:Bingham Resid/Spec Req:At-Large Current Appointment:01/22/2019 Expiration:12/31/2021 Number of Terms:1 16 First Appointed:03/08/2018 Special Repr:At-LargeAge Range: Ethnic Background:White Jamezetta Bedford Gender Identity:Female Township:Chapel Hill Resid/Spec Req: Current Appointment:12/10/2019 Expiration:12/31/2020 Number of Terms: 17 First Appointed:12/10/2019 Special Repr:County CommissionerAge Range: Friday, October 16, 2020 Page 3 5 6 October 29, 2020 To: Orange County Board of Commissioners c/o Orange County Clerk’s office From: Laurie Paolicelli, Director, Visitors Bureau Re: Anthony Carey serving second term representing the Orange County Economic Dev Office Please let this letter serve as a recommendation to reappoint Mr. Anthony Carey to a second term on the Visitors Bureau board. Mr. Carey is general manager of Siena Hotel and is representing the Orange County Economic Development Board. Mr. Carey currently serves as Chairman of the Visitors Bureau board. He has been working in the local Orange County hospitality industry for more than thirty years. He is a Chapel Hill resident and is a strong ambassador for Orange County’s hospitality industry. It is a pleasure to have him on this board we thank you for your continued support as we rebuild a tourism industry that has been shuttered by COVID -19. We are grateful for the experience, passion and institutional memory that this board represents. Thank you. Laurie Paolicelli 7 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 October 22, 2020 Thom Freeman Assistant Deputy Clerk Dear Thom: On behalf of the Orange County Arts Commission, I would like to recommend OCAC board member Dan Mayer to serve as the OCAC liaison on the Visitors Bureau Board of Directors. He will replace Tim Hoke, whose final term with the OCAC will end in March, 2021. As the director of the ArtsCenter, one of Orange County’s largest arts organization, Dan has both a stake in and an impact on the tourism industry of Orange County. He will offer valuable input for the board, especially as it pertains to the arts segment of the tourism industry. Dan’s involvement in the entertainment industries of other major cities will also serve as a helpful perspective in matters related to arts and entertainment-based tourism. Sincerely, Katie Murray Arts Commission Director 8 Volunteer Application Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions Aubrey Williams Page 1 of 1 Home Address:11 Banbury Ln Township of Residence: Zone of Residence: Ethnic Background:White Gender Identity:Female Phone:9196986569 Email:aubrey@wchl.com Name:Ms. Aubrey Williams Boards/Commissions applied for: Chapel Hill NC 27517-2500 Other Comments: Name Called: This application was current on:7/20/2020 9:16:19 AM Date Printed:7/20/2020 Year of OC Residence:2003 Community Activities/Organizational Memberships: GM of 97.9 The Hill WCHL and Chapelboro.com Vice President Hillsborough/OC Chamber of Commerce Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards: None Boards/Commissions appointments: Age Range:35-59 Chapel Hill/Orange County Visitors Bureau Background, education and experience relevant to this board: N/A Reasons for wanting to serve on this board: N/A Conflict of Interest: Contribution to the diversity of viewpoints on this board: N/A 9 Volunteer Application Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions Anthony Carey Page 1 of 2 Home Address:1152 Newberry Dr. Township of Residence: Alamance Count Zone of Residence:Alamance County Ethnic Background:Caucasian Sex:Male Phone (Day):919-929-4000 Phone (Evening):919-218-5918 Phone (Cell): Email:acarey@sienahotel.com Name: Anthony Carey Boards/Commissions applied for: Work Experience: 17 plus years in the hospitality industry; from Bellmen - General Manager. Five years in the retail industry. Mebane NC 27302 Place of Employment: The Siena Hotel Job Title:General Manager Name Called: Year of OC Residence:1972 Community Activities/Organizational Memberships: Triangle Area Hotel and Motel Association-Past President. Chapel Hill Chamber of Commerce member. Past Chair of the Orange County Visitor s Bureau. General Managers Advisory Council for Marriott International. Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards: Orange County Visitor s Bureau (past). Bicycle Safety Task Force (Present). Supplemental Questions: Boards/Commissions appointments: Economic Development Advisory Board (REQUIRES DISCLOSURE STATEMENT) Background, education and experience relevant to this board: I have worked in Chapel Hill for the past 30 years. Primarily in the Hospitality industry. I grew up in Chapel Hill and have ether worked or lived in Orange County since 1972. Reasons for wanting to serve on this board: I am very proud of Orange County and I m excited to assist in continuing to make Orange county the best place to live work and play that it can be. Conflict of Interest: 10 Page 2 of 2 Anthony Carey Education: Cornell University On-line Hospitality Management 2000-2005 Volunteer Experience: I have worked and volunteered with many non-profits in the Triangle area; Cornucopia House, Orange County Rape Crisis, Inter-Faith Council, Flight of Hope, and Business in Education partnership with Chapel Hill- Carrboro and Orange County Schools. Over the past three years I have served on the Board of Directors for the Chapel Hill-Carrboro Chamber of Commerce. I am currently the Vice-Chair for the foundation for a Sustainable Community, and in coming Chair for 2010. Other Comments: I grew up in Chapel Hill, and I love marketing the town and county I have spent my life enjoying. STAFF COMMENTS: Originally applied for Chapel Hill/Orange County Visitors Bureau 10/6/09. ADDRESS VERIFICATION: 1152 Newberry Dr., Mebane is Alamance County. MAY BE ELIGIBLE FOR LODGING POSITION. This application was current on:10/6/2009 5:15:03 PM Date Printed:2/16/2017 11 Volunteer Application Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions Daniel Mayer Page 1 of 2 Home Address:112 Goldston Dr Apt. B Township of Residence: Chapel Hill Zone of Residence:Carrboro City Limits Ethnic Background:Caucasian Sex:Male Phone (Day):9199292787 Phone (Evening):2064129069 Phone (Cell):2064129069 Email:dymayer@gmail.com Name: Daniel Mayer Boards/Commissions applied for: Carrboro NC 27510 Other Comments: Place of Employment: The ArtsCenter Job Title:Executive Director Name Called: Year of OC Residence:2015 Community Activities/Organizational Memberships: I am a member of the Carrboro Arts Commission and the Economic Sustainability Commission of Carrboro. Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards: N/A Supplemental Questions: Arts Commission Background, education and experience relevant to this board: I have been working in the arts for more than thirty years and have a art history degree and a law degree and practiced art and entertainment law for fifteen years. For the last fifteen years I have been a arts administrator working with small and midsize arts organizations. I have sat on more than two dozen funding panels and until last September was the co-chair of the Arts Advisory Board of the King County Arts Commission in Seattle. I am currently the Executive Director of The ArtsCenter in Carrboro. Reasons for wanting to serve on this board: I would like to learn more about the arts in the county and to help the commission in any way I can bringing a knowledge of arts management and an understanding of the role of working artists to the board. Conflict of Interest: 12 Page 2 of 2 Daniel Mayer This application was current on:3/9/2016 3:40:28 PM Date Printed:3/11/2016 13 BOCC Attendance Records For Advisory Board Re-Appointments Chapel Hill Orange County Visitors Bureau - Sep 2019 - Aug 2020 Member Original Date Appointed Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May June Jul Aug Anthony Carey 05/16/2017 P P P N P P N N N E N P P: Present @ Meeting A: Absent E: Excused Absence N: No Meeting Information Current Through: September 30, 2020 14 Applicant Interest Listing by Board Name and by Applicant Name Chapel Hill/Orange County Visitors Bureau Contact Person:Leslie Wilcox Contact Phone:919-245-4328 Ethnic Background:Asian American Manish Atma Gender Identity:Male Township:Chapel Hill Date Applied:09/05/2019 Res. Eligibility:Age Range 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 Gary Miller Gender Identity:Male Township:Chapel Hill Date Applied:02/28/2020 Dr. Res. Eligibility:C.H. City LimitsAge Range 35-59 Also Serves On: Ethnic Background:White Robert Morgan Gender Identity:Male Township:Cheeks Date Applied:12/12/2019 Mr. Res. Eligibility:CountyAge Range 60+ Also Serves On: Ethnic Background:White John Singletary Gender Identity:Male Township:Chapel Hill Date Applied:01/04/2019 Mr. Res. Eligibility:C.H. City LimitsAge Range Also Serves On: Ethnic Background:White Aubrey Williams Gender Identity:Female Township:Chapel Hill Date Applied:07/20/2020 Ms. Res. Eligibility:C.H. City LimitsAge Range 35-59 Also Serves On: Wednesday, October 28, 2020 Page 1 of 1 15 Volunteer Application Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions Manish Atma Page 1 of 2 Home Address:10447 Swain Township of Residence: Chapel Hill Zone of Residence: Ethnic Background:Asian American Sex:Male Phone (Day):919-969-2728 Phone (Evening):704-361-3930 Phone (Cell):704-361-3930 Email:manish@atmahotelgroup.com Name: Manish Atma Boards/Commissions applied for: Chapel Hill NC 27517 Place of Employment: Atma Hotel Group Job Title:Owner / Operator Name Called: Year of OC Residence:2006 Community Activities/Organizational Memberships: SECU House Board Member IHG Hotels-Owners Advisory Council Hilton Hotels-Owners Advisory Council Chapel Hill - Carrboro Chamber of Commerce UNC Ram s Club Member Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards: None Listed Supplemental Questions: Boards/Commissions appointments: Chapel Hill/Orange County Visitors Bureau Background, education and experience relevant to this board: Grew up in the hospitality industry working at family hotel since age 9. Current owner of 9 hotels in NC, 4 feed the Orange County Market of which 2 are phycially located in the Orange County CVB District - Chapel Hill and Carrboro. Reasons for wanting to serve on this board: There are currently no hotle owner / operators on the CVB Board. I believe I would bring a different perspective on hotel operations and tourism versus a General Manager. Atma Hotel Group is based in Chapel Hill, so I am invested in the market long term. Conflict of Interest: 16 Page 2 of 2 Manish Atma Other Comments: This application was current on:9/5/2019 Date Printed:9/5/2019 17 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: 18 Page 2 of 2 Lili Engelhardt 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: 19 Volunteer Application Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions Gary Miller Page 1 of 2 Home Address:417 Hickory Drive Township of Residence: Zone of Residence: Ethnic Background:White Gender Identity:Male Phone:919-428-7469 Email:garyalanmiller@gmail.com Name:Dr. Gary Miller Boards/Commissions applied for: Chapel Hill NC 27517 Name Called: Year of OC Residence:1994 Community Activities/Organizational Memberships: 10 years of NC state service working at UNC Chapel Hill (departed role in January 2020) with memberships in the NC Career Development Association and NC Association of Colleges and Employers. Previous volunteer for Triangle Nonprofit and Leadership Center (trainer for Service Enterprise Initiative). Attendee of Chapel Hill and Hillsborough Chamber of Commerce events. Soon-to-be member of Orange/Chatham Association of Realtors. Currently establishing new professional life (Chapel Hill Notary, Cozy Home Photography, and soon to be Realtor/Broker). Very excited to have a more flexible schedule that will allow me to be a bigger part of the community now! *Note on Orange County residency. First lived here 1994-1999, moved away and returned to Durham County from 2008-2014, then Orange County again from 2017 to present. Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards: I have not have the opportunity to serve on an Advisory Board in the past and am very excited to now have a schedule that allows for more commitment to the community. Age Range:35-59 Chapel Hill/Orange County Visitors Bureau Background, education and experience relevant to this board: Having lived in Orange County off and on since 1994, I have longevity that allows me to speak about the dynamic nature of the area and the amazing growth and development it has seen over the years. I have been involved with the University, the music community, and the local schools (my son is a 5th grader at Ephesus elementary) and can speak broadly about them with ease. As the former Executive Director of University Career Services at UNC, I have considerable familiarity with the business sector in the county. As I transition my professional life, I seek even further community connection. I have advanced communication and social media skills, motivation and desire, organizational and outreach skills, and time to dedicate to the cause! 20 Page 2 of 2 Gary Miller Other Comments: This application was current on:2/28/2020 6:11:26 PM Date Printed:3/2/2020 Boards/Commissions appointments: Reasons for wanting to serve on this board: As likely goes without saying for anyone applying to a board, it is my genuine desire to contribute to the community and deepen the experience of living in this wonderful area. I can think of no greater way to do that than through advocacy and support of the Visitor s Bureau. This area has wonderful arts, music, nature, sports, educational, commerce, and historic experiences that make it a great place to both live and visit. It would be an honor to be able to participate in helping raise the profile, spread the word, and carry out the goals of the Visitors Bureau. Conflict of Interest: Contribution to the diversity of viewpoints on this board: As someone who has technically been a new resident of the area three different times, I am able to both speak to the changes of the area over time and to see the area with fresh eyes. I have lived in rural Orange County (near Murphy School Road), in Carrboro, and now in Chapel Hill (Little Ridgefield neighborhood), and I am a fierce advocate of the positive aspects of the County. 21 Volunteer Application Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions Robert Morgan Page 1 of 2 Home Address:1820 Dimmocks Mill Road Township of Residence: Cheeks Zone of Residence:County Ethnic Background:white Gender Identity:Male Phone:919-200-3287 Email:rwmtryon@gmail.com Name:Mr. Robert Morgan Boards/Commissions applied for: Hillsborough NC 27278 Name Called: Year of OC Residence:2017 Community Activities/Organizational Memberships: St. Matthew s Episcopal Church - History & Archives Committee Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards: None Age Range:60+ Chapel Hill/Orange County Visitors Bureau Background, education and experience relevant to this board: A graduate of M.I.T. & the Wharton School (MBA) I served on the Polk County, NC, Economic & Tourism Development Commission for six years, including Chair for one year. During my term on the Commission we facilitated the development of the Tryon International Equestrian Center - a $100 million+ development by private investors. In 2018 the World Equestrian Games will be held at this facility attracting an expected 100,000+ visitors in a two week period. Reasons for wanting to serve on this board: I believe every citizen has an obligation to support his community. Further, Orange County, like my former NC County, has a very interesting and unique history. I believe my previous experience, serving on the Polk County ETDC, gives me some familiarity with the issues that might be facing the Chapel Hill/Orange County Visitors Bureau. Contribution to the diversity of viewpoints on this board: As a relatively new Orange County resident (2 years) I still see the area much as a visitor. Plus, I had the privilege of serving as a member and Chair of the Polk County (NC) Economic Development Commission which oversees that County's Visitor Bureau. During my tenure we assisted in getting County approvals (zoning, fire protection, etc) for the development of a multi- million dollar private investment for the Tryon International Equestrian Center - building on the historic equestrian activities in that geographic area. Also, we witnessed the development of several vineyards and gave consideration to developing vineyard tours. I might add that I am a "team player" believing that through teamwork and respect for the ideas of others the best results are found. 22 Page 2 of 2 Robert Morgan Other Comments: This application was current on:12/12/2019 Date Printed:12/12/2019 Boards/Commissions appointments: Conflict of Interest: 23 Volunteer Application Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions John Singletary Page 1 of 2 Home Address:102 Beaver Dam Court Township of Residence: Chapel Hill Zone of Residence:C.H. City Limits Ethnic Background:white Sex:Male Phone (Day):9193085575 Phone (Evening):9193085575 Phone (Cell):9193085575 Email:balafenn@aol.com Name:Mr. John Singletary Boards/Commissions applied for: Chapel Hill NC 27514 Place of Employment: self employeed Job Title:Chef, Dance Instructor Name Called: Year of OC Residence:2016 Community Activities/Organizational Memberships: American Culinary Federation member, Triangle Tango member, Dance Instructor at Seymour Center, children are students at Phillips Middle School and East Chapel Hill High School. Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards: none Orange County Parks and Recreation Council Background, education and experience relevant to this board: While I have little background in formal Parks and Recreation education, I enjoy the facilities across our county with my children and my dog. I am a citizen of Orange County, and was born in Durham, splitting my time between the two. I have a BA in Management, and work well in teams. Reasons for wanting to serve on this board: I want our county to continue to grow without sacrificing its identity as a green place to live, visit, and do business. I see P & R as an integral part of community planning, resource management, and fiscal responsibility. Conflict of Interest: My dog and my children may sway my perceptions of safety, but I have been known to be impartial overall. 24 Page 2 of 2 John Singletary Other Comments: This application was current on:1/4/2019 2:56:32 PM Date Printed:9/5/2019 Supplemental Questions: Boards/Commissions appointments: Board of Health Background, education and experience relevant to this board: BA in Culinary Management, Chef for over 20 years in and around the Triangle area, educator in a culinary school teaching safety and sanitation for 8 years, father is a local physician, mother is a retired realtor, knowledge of many varied areas concerning public and business health. Reasons for wanting to serve on this board: I wish to see Orange County continue to thrive as a destination for education, vocation, and residential life. Health Board decisions are a line of defense and invitation to many businesses and citizens. Maintaining the integrity of our county starts with those in charge of its public, private, and business health. Conflict of Interest: Chapel Hill/Orange County Visitors Bureau Background, education and experience relevant to this board: BA in Culinary Management, Chef for over 20 years in and around the Triangle area, educator in a culinary school teaching safety and sanitation for 8 years, father is a local physician, mother is a retired realtor, knowledge of many varied areas concerning Chapel Hill and the surrounding areas. Reasons for wanting to serve on this board: I am an active promoter of Chapel Hill, have worked in sales, education, and business my whole life. I have children in the CHCCS school district and have an interest in continuing the growth of our city and county. Proper promotion, internal and external, is the main way to keep our area vibrant and growing appropriately. Conflict of Interest: Eventually, years down the road, I am looking to open a small local business that would fit well in Chapel Hill or Hillsborough. 25