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HomeMy WebLinkAboutAgenda - 04-22-2021 Virtual Work Session; Item 7 - Orange County Parks and Recreation Council – Appointments Discussion 1 ORANGE COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS ACTION AGENDA ITEM ABSTRACT Meeting Date: April 22, 2021 Action Agenda Item No. 7 SUBJECT: Orange County Parks and Recreation Council — Appointments Discussion DEPARTMENT: Board of Commissioners ATTACHMENT(S): INFORMATION CONTACT: Membership Roster Clerk's Office, 919-245-2130 Recommendations Applications for Persons Recommended Attendance Record Applicant Interest List Applications of Persons on the Interest List PURPOSE: To discuss appointments to the Orange County Parks and Recreation Council. BACKGROUND: The following appointment information is for Board consideration: NAME SPECIAL TYPE OF EXPIRATION REPRESENTATIVE APPOINTMENT DATE TERM Christopher Carrboro City Limits First Full Term 03/31/2024 Colvin Robert Little River Township Second Full Term 03/31/2023 Smith (the request is being made to move Mr. Smith from his current At-Large position to the Little River Township position as the resident in Little River Township) NOTE - If the individuals listed above are appointed, the following vacancies remain: POSITION EXPIRATION VACANCY INFORMATION DESIGNATION DATE At-Large 03/31/2024 Vacant since 03/31/2021 FINANCIAL IMPACT: There is no financial impact associated with this item. 2 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 Orange County Parks and Recreation Council. 3 Board and Commission Members And Vacant Positions Orange County Parks and Recreation Council Meeting Times:6:30 pm first Wednesday of each month Contact Person:David Stancil Meeting Place: Chapel Hill/Hillsborough Alternating Contact Phone: 919-245-2522 Positions: 12 Length:3 years Terms: 2 Description: Each member of the Council shall be a County resident appointed by the Orange County Board of Commissioners.The Council includes representatives from each of the county's townships plus its municipalities.This council consults with and advises the Department of Environment,Agriculture,Parks and Recreation,and the Board of County Commissioners on matters affecting parks planning,development and operation;recreation facilities,policies and programs;and public trails and open space. VACANT 1 First Appointed: Gender Identity: Township: Current Appointment: Ethnic Background: Resid/Spec Req: Carrboro City Limits Expiration: D3/31/2024 Age Range: Special Repr: Number of Terms: John Greeson 2 Vice-Chair First Appointed: D4/21/2015 Gender Identity: Male Township: Hillsborough Current Appointment: D4/16/2019 Ethnic Background: White Resid/Spec Req: Hillsborough Twnshp Expiration: D3/31/2022 Age Range: Special Repr: Hillsborough Township Number of Terms: 2 VACANT 3 First Appointed: Gender Identity: Township: Current Appointment: Ethnic Background: Resid/Spec Req: Cedar Grove Twnsp Expiration: D3/31/2024 Age Range: Special Repr: At-Large(formerly Cedar Grove Townsh Number of Terms: Dr. Xilong Zhao 4 First Appointed: D5/14/2020 Gender Identity: Male Township: Chapel Hill Current Appointment: D5/14/2020 Ethnic Background: Asian American Resid/Spec Req: C.Hill City Limits Expiration: D3/31/2023 Age Range: 35-59 Special Repr: Number of Terms: 1 Robert Smith 5 First Appointed: D5/17/2016 Gender Identity: Male Township: Little River Current Appointment: D4/16/2019 Ethnic Background: White Resid/Spec Req: At-Large Expiration: D3/31/2022 Age Range: Special Repr: At-Large Number of Terms: 2 Mikki Fleming 6 First Appointed: 05/14/202 Gender Identity: Female Township: Cheeks Current Appointment: D2/16/2021 Ethnic Background: White Resid/Spec Req: Cheeks Township Expiration: D3/31/2024 Age Range: 60+ Special Repr: Cheeks Township Number of Terms: 1 Wednesday,March 24,2021 Page 1 4 Board and Commission Members And Vacant Positions Orange County Parks and Recreation Council Meeting Times:6:30 pm first Wednesday of each month Contact Person:David Stancil Meeting Place: Chapel Hill/Hillsborough Alternating Contact Phone: 919-245-2522 Positions: 12 Length:3 years Terms: 2 Ms Cecily Kritz 7 First Appointed: D9/17/2019 Gender Identity: Female Township: Chapel Hill Current Appointment: D5/14/2020 Ethnic Background: White Resid/Spec Req: Chapel Hill Twnshp Expiration: D3/31/2023 Age Range: Special Repr: Chapel Hil Township Number of Terms: 1 VACANT 8 First Appointed: Gender Identity: Township: Current Appointment: Ethnic Background: Resid/Spec Req: Little River Township Expiration: D3/31/2023 Age Range: Special Repr: Little River Township Number of Terms: Tim Tippin 9 First Appointed: 11/02/2017 Gender Identity: Male Township: Bingham Current Appointment: D5/14/2020 Ethnic Background: White Resid/Spec Req: Bingham Township Expiration: D3/31/2023 Age Range: Special Repr: Bingham Township Number of Terms: 2 Dr Andrew Landstrom 10 First Appointed: D5/14/2020 Gender Identity: Male Township: Hillsborough Current Appointment: D5/14/2020 Ethnic Background: Other Resid/Spec Req: Hillsborough Town Limits Expiration: D9/30/2022 Age Range: 35-59 Special Repr: Number of Terms: 1 Ms. Gina Reyman 11 First Appointed: D6/06/2017 Gender Identity: Female Township: Eno Current Appointment: D1/22/2019 Ethnic Background: White Resid/Spec Req: Eno Township Expiration: 12/31/2021 Age Range: Special Repr: Eno Township Number of Terms: 1 Dr. Haywood Rhodes 12 Chair First Appointed: D4/21/2015 Gender Identity: Male Township: Hillsborough Current Appointment: D4/16/2019 Ethnic Background: White Resid/Spec Req: At-Large Expiration: D3/31/2022 Age Range: Special Repr: At-Large Number of Terms: 2 Wednesday,March 24,2021 Page 2 5 C9uwW e wttq J anb and Xecwatwn eetawd PO Box 8181, 306-A Revere Road, Hillsborough, NC (919) 245-2510 March 5, 2021 Renee Price, Chair Board of County Commissioners PO Box 8181 Hillsborough, NC 27278 Re: Recommended Appointment and Change of Position Dear Chair Price: The Orange County Parks and Recreation Council (PRC) recommends that the following applicant be appointed to the recently-vacated Town of Carrboro City Limits position (position #1) on the Council: • Christopher Colvin In addition, the Council asks that current member Robert Smith be moved from Position #5 (At-Large) to Position #8 (Little River Township). This will aid in recruiting an at-large new member, and Mr. Smith lives in Little River Township. Thank you for your consideration of these reappointments. Sincerely, Haywood Rhodes, Chair Chair, Parks and Recreation Council Copies: John Greeson, Vice-Chair Parks and Recreation Council David Stancil, DEAPR Director 6 Page 1 of 2 Christopher Colvin Volunteer Application Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions Name: Christopher Colvin Name Called: Home Address: 201 E Poplar Ave Carrboro NC 27510 Phone: 5102925530 Email: christopher.colvin@gmail.com Year of OC Residence: 2018 Township of Residence: Chapel Hill Zone of Residence: Carrboro City Limits Gender Identity: Male Ethnic Background: White Age Range: 35-59 Community Activities/Organizational Memberships: Carrboro Recreation and Parks Commission, Interior Federal Credit Union Board Member Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards: none Boards/Commissions applied for: Orange County Parks and Recreation Council Background, education and experience relevant to this board: In my professional career, I am an outdoor recreation planner for the US Forest Service. I have also worked for the National Park Service in legislative and Congressional Affairs, recreation concessions and fees. I have a bachelor s degree in biology and a master s degree in environmental management Reasons for wanting to serve on this board: As a new resident of Orange County, I have enjoyed exploring county parks and recreation opportunities (Blackwood Farm, Little River, Twin Creeks) and I would love to get more involved in helping to support these and other wonderful community resources as the population continues to grow and we welcome more new residents. Contribution to the diversity of viewpoints on this board: I am on the younger range of ages (37) and as a new resident may have different viewpoints than others. I also bring my experiences in parks and recreation management at the federal level, and across several regions of the country(California, Northeast, Southeast, Intermountain West, Southwest). Conflict of Interest: none Boards/Commissions appointments: Other Comments: 7 Page 2 of 2 Christopher Colvin This application was current on: 1/29/2021 1:52:09 PM Date Printed: 2/1/2021 8 Page 1 of 1 Robert Smith Volunteer Application Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions Name: Mr. Robert Smith Name Called: Home Address: 5818 Guess Road Rougemont NC 27572 Phone (Day): 732-598-4110 Phone (Evening): 919-732-6731 Phone (Cell): 732-598-4110 Email: bobjr4r@yahoo.com Place of Employment: Swedish Imports Job Title: Automotive Technician Year of OC Residence: 2005 Township of Residence: Little River Zone of Residence: Sex: Male Ethnic Background: Caucasian Community Activities/Organizational Memberships: HYAA board of Directors Baseball team manager Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards: None Boards/Commissions applied for: Orange County Parks and Recreation Council Background, education and experience relevant to this board: Enjoy hunting, fishing, hiking, bicycle riding and being outside on nice days Reasons for wanting to serve on this board: To learn more and help in any way I can, I like to use the parks in Orange county and would like to help keep them in good condition. Conflict of Interest: Supplemental Questions: Other Comments: This application was current on: 1/13/2016 9:52:51 PM Date Printed: 1/19/2016 9 Attendance Report For Advisory Board Appointments Orange County Parks and Recreation Council Jan/2020 — Feb/2021 Member Appointed Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Robert Smith 04/16/2019 X P I P I X X I X I X I P I A I X I PI X I P P P:Present E:Excused A:Absent X: No Meeting 10 Applicant Interest Listing by Board Name and by Applicant Name Contact Person: David Stancil Orange County Parks and Recreation Council Contact Phone: 919-245-2522 Christopher Austin Gender Identity: Male Date Applied: 11/03/2020 Ethnic Background: White Township: Hillsborough Age Range: 18-34 Res.Eligibility: Hillsborough Town Limits Also Serves On: Christopher Colvin Gender Identity: Male Date Applied: 01/29/2021 Ethnic Background: White Township: Chapel Hill Age Range: 35-59 Res.Eligibility: Carrboro City Limits Also Serves On: Martin DeWitt Gender Identity: Male Date Applied: 01/06/2020 Ethnic Background: White Township: Hillsborough Age Range: 18-34 Res.Eligibility: Hillsborough Town Limits Also Serves On: Greg Hughes Gender Identity: Male Date Applied: 07/29/2020 Ethnic Background: White Township: Hillsborough Age Range: Res.Eligibility: County Also Serves On: Kevin Mason Gender Identity: Male Date Applied: 01/14/2020 Ethnic Background: Other Township: Hillsborough Age Range: 35-59 Res.Eligibility: Hillsborough Town Limits Also Serves On: Ms Jaya Nair Gender Identity: Female Date Applied: 12/21/2019 Ethnic Background: Asian American Township: Chapel Hill Age Range: 35-59 Res.Eligibility: C.H.City Limits Also Serves On: Commission for the Environment Wednesday,March 24,2021 Pagel of 2 11 Applicant Interest Listing by Board Name and by Applicant Name Contact Person: David Stancil Orange County Parks and Recreation Council Contact Phone: 919-245-2522 Mr. John Singletary Gender Identity: Male Date Applied: 01/04/2019 Ethnic Background: White Township: Chapel Hill Age Range: Res.Eligibility: C.H.City Limits Also Serves On: Wednesday,March 24,2021 Page 2 of 2 12 Page 1 of 2 Christopher Austin Volunteer Application Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions Name: Christopher Austin Name Called: Home Address: 2212 Woodbury Dr. Hillsborough NC 27278 Phone: 9196248763 Email: c.austin0310@gmail.com Year of OC Residence: 2015 Township of Residence: Hillsborough Zone of Residence: Hillsborough Town Limits Gender Identity: Male Ethnic Background: White Age Range: 18-34 Community Activities/Organizational Memberships: I live in Beckett s Ridge community in Hillsborough and serve on the HOA Board as secretary and architectural chair. Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards: None Boards/Commissions applied for: BOCC Elections Advisory Group Background, education and experience relevant to this board: I live in Orange county and am a voter. Reasons for wanting to serve on this board: To serve the community and donate my time. Contribution to the diversity of viewpoints on this board: Every individual provides an independent perspective Conflict of Interest: 13 Page 2 of 2 Christopher Austin Commission for the Environment Background, education and experience relevant to this board: Chemical Engineering degree from NC state. Able to understand and interpret technical data, chemical impact, etc. Reasons for wanting to serve on this board: To serve the community and donate my time. Contribution to the diversity of viewpoints on this board: Same as above Conflict of Interest: Orange County Parks and Recreation Council Background, education and experience relevant to this board: 44 Reasons for wanting to serve on this board: I live in orange county and use the parks and rec facilities and amenities. I also have a child who will be using them when she is older. Contribution to the diversity of viewpoints on this board: To serve the community and donate my time. Conflict of Interest: Same as above. Boards/Commissions appointments: Other Comments: This application was current on: 11/3/2020 9:22:28 AM Date Printed: 2/24/2021 14 Page 1 of 2 Martin DeWitt Volunteer Application Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions Name: Martin DeWitt Name Called: Home Address: 418 W King St Hillsborough NC 27278 Phone: 9192599283 Email: martin.dewitt2l@gmail.com Year of OC Residence: 2012 Township of Residence: Hillsborough Zone of Residence: Hillsborough Town Limits Gender Identity: Male Ethnic Background: white Age Range: 18-34 Community Activities/Organizational Memberships: Part time graduate studies student at UNC-Chapel Hill Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards: N/A Boards/Commissions applied for: Orange County Parks and Recreation Council Background, education and experience relevant to this board: My experience as a market research manager at medium and enterprise sized technology firms equipped me for evaluating and interpreting data including financial data to contribute to considering funding requests from outside agencies. I also bring strengths in survey and in- depth interview research which may contribute by bringing the voice of county residents to the board to assist with items like the soccer.com center expansion. Reasons for wanting to serve on this board: I d like to help optimize recreation programming for, expand recreation opportunities for, and increase usage of recreation facilities among Orange County residents. Contribution to the diversity of viewpoints on this board: My participation on this board would contribute to the diversity of viewpoints because my points of view are built with a balance of wisdom gained through lived experience and data from many sources like newspapers, talking to other people, and researchers. My points of view are also informed by my values of conservation, preservation, and inclusivity; and my strengths in listening and data synthesis. Conflict of Interest: Boards/Commissions appointments: Other Comments: 15 Page 2 of 2 Martin DeWitt This application was current on: 1/6/2020 Date Printed: 1/6/2020 16 Page 1 of 2 Greg Hughes Volunteer Application Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions Name: Greg Hughes Name Called: Home Address: 1601 Dunn Place Hillsborough NC 27278 Phone: 9199286438 Email: Hugo1380@gmail.com Year of OC Residence: 2008 Township of Residence: Hillsborough Zone of Residence: County Gender Identity: Male Ethnic Background: white Age Range: Community Activities/Organizational Memberships: Orange rec basketball coach Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards: None Boards/Commissions applied for: 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. Contribution to the diversity of viewpoints on this board: Conflict of Interest: 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. Contribution to the diversity of viewpoints on this board: Conflict of Interest: 17 Page 2 of 2 Greg Hughes 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: Contribution to the diversity of viewpoints on this board: Conflict of Interest: Boards/Commissions appointments: Other Comments: This application was current on: 7/29/2020 Date Printed: 7/29/2020 18 Page 1 of 1 Kevin Mason Volunteer Application Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions Name: Kevin Mason Name Called: Home Address: 128 BONAPARTE DRIVE HILLSBOROUGH NC 27278 Phone: 9197326777 Email: kevinerfm@gmail.com Year of OC Residence: 2007 Township of Residence: Hillsborough Zone of Residence: Hillsborough Town Limits Gender Identity: Male Ethnic Background: Other Age Range: 35-59 Community Activities/Organizational Memberships: Coach OC Parks and Rec Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards: None Boards/Commissions applied for: Orange County Parks and Recreation Council Background, education and experience relevant to this board: My involvement with OC P&R has been primarily as a father and coach for my daughter. She has been involved in some sport/camp/class since we moved here and it has been a largely positive experience. Reasons for wanting to serve on this board: As I mentioned above, OC P&R has been a good experience for Sydney. Having seen firsthand the good impacts that can be had, I would like to offer my time and efforts to help keep this as good going forward Contribution to the diversity of viewpoints on this board: I am unsure how my viewpoints would contribute to diversity of viewpoints mostly because I do not know what viewpoints the current P and R board have. I believe my initial application highlights my experience and attitudes Conflict of Interest: No Boards/Commissions appointments: Other Comments: This application was current on: 1/14/2020 Date Printed: 1/15/2020 19 Page 1 of 2 Jaya Nair Volunteer Application Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions Name: Ms Jaya Nair Name Called: Home Address: 1512 Providence Glen Dr Chapel Hill NC 27514 Phone: 9082091161 Email: snair.jaya@gmail.com Year of OC Residence: 2017 Township of Residence: Zone of Residence: Gender Identity: Female Ethnic Background: Asian American Age Range: 35-59 Community Activities/Organizational Memberships: I volunteered with the library for their annual book sale. Looking for more opportunities in OC. I volunteered for 4 years in the Adult Advisory Board for Youth Council in East Brunswick, NJ. There major duties were to help Youth Council members with suggestions for new ideas, activities such as fundraising and interviewing for positions for Youth Council Board members. Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards: NA Boards/Commissions applied for: Chapel Hill Library Advisory Board Background, education and experience relevant to this board: I hold a masters degree in Chemistry from India. I am a frequent visitor to the library and volunteered with the Friends of Library group for the annual book sale. I do not have past experience with volunteering at libraries, but want to explore where I can contribute. Reasons for wanting to serve on this board: I really enjoyed the volunteering with Friends of Library for the annual book sale. I am very impressed by the dedication and willingness of everyone I met to contribute their time and energy for the Library s benefit. I would like to contribute what I can to the library by volunteering for the Board. Contribution to the diversity of viewpoints on this board: Without any prior experience in serving any Library Advisory Boards, I hope I can bring a fresh set of opinions and ideas. Conflict of Interest: 20 Page 2 of 2 Jaya Nair Commission for the Environment Background, education and experience relevant to this board: I hold a masters degree in Chemistry from India. I did research with National Institute of Oceanography in India regarding the pollution of the estuaries and rivers in my state. I would like to contribute what I with my background for the Commission for Environment. Reasons for wanting to serve on this board: I would like to give back to the society and I believe volunteering is the best way. If I can relate the topics to what I learned in the past that will be an additional interest for me. Contribution to the diversity of viewpoints on this board: With no prior experience, I still hope I can bring new ideas and view points to the board. Conflict of Interest: Orange County Parks and Recreation Council Background, education and experience relevant to this board: 44 Reasons for wanting to serve on this board: I hold a masters degree in Chemistry from India. I had indirect interaction with Parks and Recreation department in East Brunswick township in New Jersey when I volunteered for the Youth Council there. Other than that I do not have any former experience with the Parks and Recreation Council. Contribution to the diversity of viewpoints on this board: I understand the importance of having the Parks and Recreation Council to the people and would like to contribute my time to serve the Council. Conflict of Interest: With no prior experience, I still hope I can bring new ideas and view points to the Council. Boards/Commissions appointments: Other Comments: This application was current on: 12/21/2019 2:41:58 PM Date Printed: 12/27/2019 21 Page 1 of 2 John Singletary Volunteer Application Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions Name: Mr. John Singletary Name Called: Home Address: 102 Beaver Dam Court Chapel Hill NC 27514 Phone (Day): 9193085575 Phone (Evening): 9193085575 Phone (Cell): 9193085575 Email: balafenn@aol.com Place of Employment: self employeed Job Title: Chef, Dance Instructor Year of OC Residence: 2016 Township of Residence: Chapel Hill Zone of Residence: C.H. City Limits Sex: Male Ethnic Background: white 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 Boards/Commissions applied for: 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. 22 Page 2 of 2 John Singletary 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. Supplemental Questions: Boards/Commissions appointments: Other Comments: This application was current on: 1/4/2019 2:56:32 PM Date Printed: 9/5/2019