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ORANGE COUNTY
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
ACTION AGENDA ITEM ABSTRACT
Meeting Date: February 8, 2022
Action Agenda
Item No. 7
SUBJECT: Human Relations Commission — Appointments Discussion
DEPARTMENT: Board of Commissioners
ATTACHMENT(S): INFORMATION CONTACT:
Recommendations Clerk's Office, 919-245-2125
Member and Applicant Summary Sheet
Applications for Persons Recommended
Applications of Other Applicants
Membership Roster
Applicant Interest List
PURPOSE: To consider appointments to the Human Relations Commission.
BACKGROUND: The Human Relations Commission advises the Board of County
Commissioners on solutions to problems in the field of human relationships. It also makes
recommendations designed to promote goodwill and harmony among groups in the County
irrespective of their race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, affectional
preference, disability, age, marital status or status with regard to public assistance.
The Board of County Commissioners appoints all twelve (12) members.
The following persons are recommended for Board consideration:
NAME POSITION TYPE OF EXPIRATION
DESCRIPTION APPOINTMENT DATE
TERM
Frances At-Large Second Full Term 09/30/2024
Castillo
Shawnee At-Large First Full Term 06/30/2024
Seese
Michael Fath At-Large First Full Term 09/30/2024
If the individuals listed above are appointed, the following vacancies remain:
POSITION EXPIRATION VACANCY INFORMATION
DESIGNATION DATE
At-Large 09/30/2022 Vacant since 10/13/2021
Town of Chapel 06/30/2022 Vacant since 01/07/2020
Hill
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FINANCIAL IMPACT: There is no financial impact associated with this item.
SOCIAL JUSTICE IMPACT: The following Orange County Social Justice Goal is applicable to
this item:
• GOAL: ENABLE FULL CIVIC PARTICIPATION
Ensure that Orange County residents are able to engage government through voting and
volunteering by eliminating disparities in participation and barriers to participation.
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT: There is no Orange County Environmental Responsibility Goal
impact associated with this item.
RECOMMENDATION(S): The Manager recommends that the Board discuss appointments to
the Human Relations Commission.
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HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION
Cultivating Community Through Social Justice
December 20, 2021
The Respectable Renee Price, Chair
Orange County Board of County Commissioners
P.O. Box 8181
Hillsborough,NC 27278
Re: Board Re-Appointment and New Appointments
The Orange County Human Relations Commission (HRC) recommends Frances Castillo for
reappointment. She expressed interest in reappointment for additional terms, has demonstrated
satisfactory attendance during their service on the board and has been an active member of the
HRC.
Additionally,the HRC recommends Shawnee Seese to fill Position #1 (at-large) and Michael Fath
to fill Position#2 (at-large).
Shawnee Seese exhibits a career of working with underserved and marginalized communities. She
has also shown interest in being a social justice advocate and serving the community she lives in.
Her experience and acknowledgment of the importance of effective community response to
various social justice issues would be an asset as an HRC member.
Michael Fath has expressed continued interest in being a member of the HRC. He attended a 2021
HRC meeting to gather a better scope on the Commission. His application demonstrates that he
has experience working with a variety of people and is familiar with strategic planning and policy,
which can be helpful in the upcoming work of the HRC.
Applicant,Elizabeth Gullette, seems suited to serve on the Commission but did not provide a level
of detail sufficient to make that determination. HRC members have requested the applicant be
contacted and be asked to provide more details in their application.
Finally, the HRC asks the Board of County Commissioners to consider postponing further
appointments to the remaining one At-Large seat until more applications to join the HRC are
submitted for review.
Melvyn Blackwell,
Civil Rights Specialist, Orange County Department of Human Rights and Relations
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Human Relations Commission Members and Applicants
Name Member or Applicant? Gender Identity Race/Ethnic Background Age Range Township Also Serves on
Allison Mahaley Member Female White Hillsborough
Ana M.Garcia-Turner Member Female Hispanic Chapel Hill
David LaBarre Member Male White Eno
Dion Graham Member Male African American 35-59 Chapel Hill
Ellis Driver Member Other White 18-34 Hillsborough
Frances Castillo Member Female African American Chapel Hill
Samantha Beecham Member Female White Chapel Hill
Stephanie Harrell Member Female Asian American Hillsborough
VACANT Member N/A N/A N/A N/A
VACANT Member N/A N/A N/A N/A
VACANT Member N/A N/A N/A N/A
VACANT Member N/A N/A N/A N/A
Deborah Baker Applicant Female White 35-59 Bingham
Michael J.Fath Applicant Male White 35-59 Chapel Hill
Emily Flores Applicant Female White Chapel Hill
Ruby Garcia Applicant Female Hispanic 35-59 Chapel Hill
Elizabeth(Beth)Gullette Applicant Female White 35-59 Chapel Hill
W Estella Johnson Applicant Female African American 60+ Hillsborough Economic Development Advisory Board
Josh Ravitch lApplicant IMale White Chapel Hill
Joyce Sandy jApplicant IFemale lAfrican American 60+ lChapel Hill
Shawnee Seese jApplicant IFemale lWhite 35-59 IChapel Hill
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Page 1 of 2 Frances Castillo
Volunteer Application
Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions
Name: Frances Castillo
Name Called:
Home Address: 1300 Meadow Lane
Chapel Hill NC 27516
Phone (Day): 919-673-2004
Phone (Evening): 919-673-2004
Phone (Cell): 919-673-2004
Email: cabcal@hotmail.com
Place of Employment: MetLife
Job Title: contract development consultatn
Year of OC Residence: 2018
Township of Residence: Chapel Hill
Zone of Residence:
Sex: Female
Ethnic Background: African American
Community Activities/Organizational Memberships:
NC State Bar; 15B Judicial District Bar; organizes donations for Families Moving Forward;
coordinates a women s giving circle
Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards:
I moved to the area late October 2018. 1 have not previously served on any Orange
County boards.
Boards/Commissions applied for:
Human Relations Commission
Background, education and experience relevant to this board:
I currently practice corporate law but from 2003-2016 1 served as an indigent defense attorney.
Prior to that time I worked as a TASC (Treatment Alternatives to Street Crimes) case manager
providing services to court-referred substance abusers. I also developed and presented
prevention education programming to businesses, churches and schools addressing substance
abuse, HIV/AIDS prevention, parenting, budgeting and job planning. As a former member of the
New Hanover County Department of Social Services Board of Directors I had a firsthand
glimpse of the ways in which marginalized communities could be assisted by proactive
government programs or sadly, ways in which programs further demeaned them. My
background, education and experience is relevant to this Board as I understand the issues
facing marginalized communities and how those issues impact the greater community.
Communities are comprised of diverse peoples who are all seeking to feel heard, accepted,
relevant and respected. My career and experiences have made me attuned to this need and I
believe this sensitivity and awareness would be essential to serving on this board.
Reasons for wanting to serve on this board:
Though la€TMm a new Orange County resident, I am not new to the area. I have lived in Durham
most of my life and worked in that community providing indigent defense and have also had the
opportunity to practice in Orange County. I currently work as a corporate attorney however I am
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committed to improving conditions in the community and though I no longer practice advocacy
work, membership on this board would nurture my desire to continue to work for a more just
community. I enjoy community building and have worked throughout my life to encourage,
support and build coalitions. I believe in the work of the Human Relations Commission in
breaking down barriers to grow community. People may come from diverse backgrounds but a
shared commonality is the desire for fair treatment, the opportunity to succeed and to be treated
with respect. In instances where community members are treated as less than or impeded in
those goals, I would like to be an advocate to right that wrong. Through my work as a public
defender I was involved in racial justice initiatives and have a keen interest in addressing youth
criminal justice issues and the rights of formerly incarcerated people. Orange County has a
diverse population and with that many needs. I believe serving in this capacity would enable me
to use my skills and empathy to strengthen the community and keep Orange County a great
place to live because from inclusion comes cohesion. A cohesive community is one that can
thrive.
Conflict of Interest:
Supplemental Questions:
Boards/Commissions appointments:
Other Comments:
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Page 1 of 4 Shawnee Seese
Volunteer Application
Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions
Name: Ms Shawnee Seese
Name Called:
Home Address: 112 NC 54 Apt X4
Carrboro NC 27510
Phone: 9199048490
Email: shawneeseese@gmail.com
Year of OC Residence: 2016
Township of Residence:
Zone of Residence:
Gender Identity: Female
Ethnic Background: White
Age Range: 35-59
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.
Boards/Commissions applied for:
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.
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.
Conflict of Interest:
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Page 3 of 4 Shawnee Seese
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.
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.
Conflict of Interest:
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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.
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.
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.
Boards/Commissions appointments:
Other Comments:
This application was current on: 1/10/2020 11:07:50 AM Date Printed: 1/13/2020
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Orange County, NC Boards & Commissions Submit Date: Jun 11, 2021
Application Form
Profile
Michael J Fath
First Name Middle Initial Last Name
michaelfathta)yahoo.com
Email Address
1008 Staffield Ln
Home Address Suite or Apt
Chapel Hill NC 27516
City State Postal Code
Home: (773) 892-8836
Primary Phone
What Township do you live in?
W Chapel Hill
Property Zone
Carrboro City Limits
Community Involvement
Orange County Democratic Party- County Executive Committee, Co-chair, Rogers-Eubanks Precinct,
Resolutions Committee member, Delegate to the Democratic Party conventions for Orange County,
Congressional District 4, and North Carolina State Convention (2020 Proxy). Chapel Hill-Carrboro NAACP
- Member, Political Action Committee. Durham Community Concert Band - Board of Directors. Harvard
Club of the Research Triangle- Board of Directors. University of Chicago Alumni Club of North Carolina-
Board of Directors. American Civil Liberties Union - sustaining member. Human Rights Campaign -
sustaining member.
Which Boards would you like to apply for?
Human Relations Commission: Submitted
Interests & Experiences
Michael J Fath
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Relevant Experience Board #1
I am Senior Director, Global Marketing at Grifols, a biopharmaceutical company in RTP that develops
protein therapies to treat rare diseases. My family and I have lived in Orange County since 2011, and my
wife works at Elon University.We have two adult children who live in New York and Berlin, and our son is
a rising sophomore at Chapel Hill High School. I earned my PhD in Microbiology and Molecular Genetics,
have professional experience as a management consultant, and a 20+year career as a strategic
business leader in my industry. Throughout my career, I have valued Inclusion and Diversity and
incorporated these principles into my departmental practices. Earlier this year, I joined the Grifols Black
Employee Alliance as a founding member. Over the past several years, I have been sought out leadership
in the local community. After reviewing the various Committee in Orange County, I believe that the Human
Relations Commission is aligned with my advocacy interests and that I can make meaningful contributions
to the Human Relations Committee.
Reasons Want to Serve Board#1
I have been an advocate for Human Rights and Social Justice my whole life. Much of this comes through
my work with the Democratic Party. I have taken on a leadership roles a precinct leader(Rogers-Eubanks
Precinct) with the Orange County Democratic Party. I am proud of the work we did to get out the vote
during these recent critical elections, and am looking ahead to further the cause in 2022 and beyond. I am
also a member of the Chapel Hill-Carrboro NAACP,where I serve on the Political Action Committee. On a
personal level, I am parent to a non-binary adult child, and see the challenges that they have faced in our
society. Since moving to Orange County, I have devoted increasing amounts my time and expertise to
further the causes of social justice in my community. After completing the Chapel Hill People's Academy
this spring, I began investigating service opportunities and feel well aligned with the Human Relations
Commission. I especially like the broad mandate of the Commission to "1) Study and make
recommendations concerning problems in the field of human relationships, 2) Anticipate and discover
practices and customs most likely to create animosity and unrest and to seek solutions to problems as
they arise, 3) Make recommendations designed to promote goodwill and harmony among groups in the
County irrespective of their race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, affectional
preference, disability, age, marital status or status with regard to public assistance, 4) Address and
attempt to remedy the violence, tensions, polarization, and other harm created through the practices of
discrimination, bias, hatred, and civil inequality, 5) Promote harmonious relations within the county
through hearings and due process of law."To me, this shows a wholistic philosophy that is designed to
serve and benefit all Orange Country residents. I believe that I can have positive and meaningful
community impact as a member of the Human Relations Commission.
Diversity of Viewpoints Board #1
I am a strategic leader and problem solver. I am also results oriented. I value having a range of opinions
on my teams and believe that my strategic and business skills will be able to help the Commission
achieve the goals to promote the equal treatment of all individuals;to protect residents lawful interests
and personal dignity; and to prevent public and domestic strife, crime, and unrest within Orange County.
Conflict of Interest Board #1
None
Relevant Experience Board #2
Reasons Want to Serve Board#2
Michael J Fath
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Diversity of Viewpoints Board #2
Conflict of Interest Board #2
Reasons Want to Serve Board#3
Relevant Experience Board #3
Diversity of Viewpoints Board #3
Conflict of Interest Board #3
Past Service
None
Demographics
We ask your help in assuring diversity of membership by answering the following questions:
Age Range
rJ 35-59
OC Ethnicity
rJ White
OC Gender Identity
W Male
Ethics Guidelines
Ethics Guidelines for Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions
I agree by my signature below that, if appointed, I pledge to comply with the following ethics
guidelines for advisory boards and commissions as adopted by the Orange County Board of
Commissioners.
• Conflict of Interest
1. During advisory board meetings, a member shall immediately disclose any potential
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conflict of interest and request to be excused from voting when he or she has a conflict of
interest.
2. During appeal proceedings, the applicant has the right to question the interest of any
voting member. The advisory board chair should consult with the County Attorney or
staff attorney on any potential conflict of interest in appeal matters.
3. In determining from existing facts and circumstances whether a conflict of interest exists
the determining party shall consider the facts and circumstances as would an ordinary
and reasonable person exercising prudence, discretion, intelligence, and due care.
• Gifts
1. An advisory board member shall not directly or indirectly ask, accept, demand, exact,
solicit, seek, assign, receive, or agree to receive any gift or honorarium for the advisory
board member, or for another person, in return for being influenced in the discharge of
the advisory board member's official responsibilities.
2. This section shall not apply to gifts or awards authorized by Orange County Policies,
Resolutions, or Ordinances.
• Code of Ethics
1. Advisory board members should act with integrity and with independence from improper
influence as they exercise the functions of their offices. Characteristics and behaviors
that are consistent with this standard are:
1. Adhering firmly to a code of sound values.
2. Behaving consistently and with respect towards everyone with whom they interact.
3. Exhibiting trustworthiness.
4. Living as if they are on duty as appointed officials regardless of where they are or
what they are doing.
5. Using their best independent judgment to pursue the common good as they see it,
presenting their opinions to all in a reasonable, forthright, consistent manner.
6. Remaining incorruptible, self-governing, and not subject to improper influence, while
at the same time being able to consider the opinions and ideas of others.
7. Disclosing contacts and information about issues that they receive outside of public
meetings, and refraining from seeking or receiving information about quasi-judicial
matters outside of the quasi-judicial proceedings themselves.
8. Treating other advisory boards and advisory board members and the public with
respect, and honoring the opinions of others even when they disagree.
9. Being careful not to reach conclusions on issues until all sides have been heard.
10. Showing respect for their appointed office and not behaving in ways that reflect
badly on the office, the advisory board, Orange County, or the Orange County
Board of Commissioners.
11. Recognizing that they are part of a larger group and acting accordingly.
12. Recognizing that individual board members are not generally allowed to act on
behalf of the board, but may only do so if the board specifically so authorizes, and
that the board must take official action as a body.
13. Being faithful in the performance of the duties of their offices.
14. Acting as especially responsible residents whom others can trust and respect.
15. Faithfully attending and preparing for meetings.
16. Carefully analyzing all credible information that is properly submitted to them, and
when applicable, being mindful of the need not to engage in communications
outside the meeting in quasi-judicial matters.
17. Being willing to bear their fair share of the board's workload.
18. To the extent appropriate, they should be willing to put the board's interests ahead
of their own and shall avoid the appearance of a conflict of interest and shall, under
no circumstances, use their position on any board for personal gain or profit.
2. Members of the Planning Board, Board of Adjustment, Economic Development
Commission, and Board of Equalization and Review shall upon initial appointment, and
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prior to December 31 annually thereafter, disclose:
1. Any interest he or she or his or her spouse or domestic partner has in real property
situated in whole or in part in Orange County and the general description of that
property.
2. Any legal, equitable, beneficial or contractual interest he or she or his or her spouse
or domestic partner has in any business, firm or corporation, which is currently
doing business with Orange County pursuant to contracts awarded by Orange
County, or which is attempting, or has attempted in the past calendar year, to
secure the award of a bid from Orange County or the approval of any Board or
Agency of Orange County.
3. Failure to file a disclosure statement setting out the above required information shall
result in immediate removal of the member from the applicable board.
I agree with the Above Statement
By checking this box I certify that this serves as an electronic version of my signature, for
the sole purposes of this form.
W I Agree
Michael J Fath
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Page 1 of 1 Deborah Baker
Volunteer Application
Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions
Name: Mrs. Deborah Baker
Name Called:
Home Address: 1227 OAK FOREST RD
CHAPEL HILL NC 27516
Phone: 9082850801
Email: debbaker1104@gmail.com
Year of OC Residence: 2012
Township of Residence:
Zone of Residence:
Gender Identity: Female
Ethnic Background: White
Age Range: 35-59
Community Activities/Organizational Memberships:
Equipment Leasing & Financing Association (ELFA) Board of Directors; ELFA Women s
Council Chair; ELFA Equality Council Member
Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards:
NA. I applied for the Human Relations Committee in October 2020 but have not been
contacted.
Boards/Commissions applied for:
Orange County Broadband Task Force
Background, education and experience relevant to this board:
I work from home and my son attends SNHU (online university). We live in Orange County and
have no access to high speed internet. This is a significant challenge for my family and other
families in Orange County.
Reasons for wanting to serve on this board:
I believe every Orange County resident should have access to fast, reliable internet service.
Contribution to the diversity of viewpoints on this board:
I bring the perspective of a mother and working professional. I am an active participant in two
diversity focused councils in my industry welcome an inclusive approach to problem solving.
Conflict of Interest:
Boards/Commissions appointments:
Other Comments:
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Page 1 of 1 Emily Flores
Volunteer Application
Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions
Name: Mrs Emily Flores
Name Called:
Home Address: 102 Cattail Ln
Chapel Hill NC 27516
Phone: 9196952746
Email: emily.buckley@duke.edu
Year of OC Residence: 2009
Township of Residence: Chapel Hill
Zone of Residence: Chapel Hill ETJ
Gender Identity: Female
Ethnic Background: white
Age Range:
Community Activities/Organizational Memberships:
Morris Grove Elementary PTA
DRH Interdisciplinary Night Shift Council
Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards:
None
Boards/Commissions applied for:
Human Relations Commission
Background, education and experience relevant to this board:
I find myself gravitating towards projects in other areas of my life that are similarly focused on
things like equality and the enrichment and diversification of interpersonal relationships and
community.
Reasons for wanting to serve on this board:
I want to be a part of the growth and development in my community and I believe that serving on
the Human Relations Commission Board would be a wonderful opportunity to do just that.
Contribution to the diversity of viewpoints on this board:
Conflict of Interest:
Boards/Commissions appointments:
Other Comments:
This application was current on: 8/11/2020 Date Printed: 8/12/2020
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Page 1 of 2 Ruby Garcia
Volunteer Application
Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions
Name: Ms. Ruby Garcia
Name Called:
Home Address: 249 Butler Ct.
Chapel Hill NC 27514
Phone: 8478090491
Email: ruby@rubygarciacoaching.com
Year of OC Residence: 2018
Township of Residence:
Zone of Residence:
Gender Identity: Female
Ethnic Background: Hispanic
Age Range: 35-59
Community Activities/Organizational Memberships:
Participate in the Equity Advisory Council for Chapel Hill Schools and the Justice in
Action Advisory Committee for the Town of Chapel Hill
Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards:
N/A
Boards/Commissions applied for:
Human Relations Commission
Background, education and experience relevant to this board:
I have currently been volunteering on the Town of Chapel Hill s Justice in Action board as well
as the CHCCS Parent Equity Advisory Board. Because of Covid, neither were meeting much
this year but I bring that experience as well as a long history of experience such as advocating
for abused and neglected kids, previously working at TABLE as the Family Engagement Director
and serving as a Fellow at Foster America where I worked to scale evidence based
programming nationally. In each of these roles, we often looked at our work through an equity
and justice perspective.
Reasons for wanting to serve on this board:
I would like to be engaged in my community and want to make a difference for all those living in
our community.
Contribution to the diversity of viewpoints on this board:
I grew up in a bicultural home and am a single, Latina mother with two kids in CHCCS. I have
worked white collar corporate jobs and have also been an essential worker in a grocery store. I
am a first generation college graduate. I try to see things from many perspectives because I
know diversity is much more complex than race or socioeconomic class but that intersectionality
often exists.
Conflict of Interest:
Boards/Commissions appointments:
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Other Comments:
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Page 1 of 6 Elizabeth (Beth) Gullette
Volunteer Application
Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions
Name: Dr. Elizabeth (Beth) Gullette
Name Called:
Home Address: 6021 New Jericho Rd.
Chapel Hill NC 27516
Phone: 336-212-3819
Email: bethgullette@gmail.com
Year of OC Residence: 2010
Township of Residence: Chapel Hill
Zone of Residence: County
Gender Identity: Female
Ethnic Background: White
Age Range: 35-59
Community Activities/Organizational Memberships:
I am the Chief People Officer at Well, which has recently established a headquarters in
Chapel Hill and is dedicated to the economic and human resources development of the
local community. I ve supported my chiildren (now 18 and 22) in the Chapel Hill Carrboro
schools for the past decade as well as in their local extracurricular activities (e.g., Triangle
Youth Ballet). I commuted to New York for work for several years and served on the
board of Youth INC, a venture philanthropy organization building capacity in nonprofits
serving youth in the five boroughs. I d love to see some of those learnings applied locally
and regionally in the Triangle. I have also been active in the professional community of
consulting psychologists in organizations, promoting guidelines for ethical and
professional standards, as reflected in a recent publication I co-authored in the American
Psychologist (https://psycnet.apa.org/record/2019-39191-007). On a smaller scale, I
have volunteered for local efforts such as Habitat for Humanity, waste warriors at the
Durham Food Truck Rodeo, and various events of LIFESkills, a Durham non-profit
supporting the transition of youth/young adults aging out of foster care, where my
husband is on the board. Broader involvements in the Triangle include serving currently
on the regional Duke Aluni Board and, for several years in the past, on the board of the
Triangle Organization Development Network, including as president.
Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards:
N/A
Boards/Commissions applied for:
Durham Technical Community College Board of Trustees
Background, education and experience relevant to this board:
I am a licensed clinical psychologist by training, having worked in research and practice at Duke,
an academic medical center, for 7 years, and having earned a doctoral degree there in 2000.
Since then, I have spent my career working in learning and development, adult education,
leadership development, organizational consulting psychology and human resources, both
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internally and as an external consultant. Volunteer experiences include currently serving as the
Graduate School Alumni representative on the Duke University Regional Alumni Board; formerly
serving as President of the Triangle OD Network board; and recently having served on the board
of Youth INC in New York, a venture philanthropy organization with a portfolio of 80 non-profits
focused on improving the lives of youth through a range of services from academic to arts to
sports. The confluence of my own academic and business experience with areas of focus
generally related to adult learning and career development gives me an excellent foundation to
contribute to the Durham Tech Board of Trustees.
Reasons for wanting to serve on this board:
I have always been passionate about education, learning and development as well as equity and
inclusion in our institutions and society more broadly. I am also really proud of North Carolina s
higher education system and the gold standard it has come to represent in so many ways.
But I am equally committed to addressing gaps and opportunities for improvement and future-
proofing our educational institutions, with Community Colleges being a critical link in this
system. For many years until recently I worked for companies outside the Triangle and traveled
extensively for work so had limited capacity to commit beyond work and family. With my kids
now 18 and 22 and having settled into my current role as Chief People Officer at Well on
Franklin Street in Chapel Hill, I m available to spend more time on the issues I care about and
the needs of my local and regional community. My current focus in HR is on finding great talent
over the coming years while providing great career opportunities and a living wage to local
residents, especially those from underrepresented groups and who have not had the same
opportunities as many aleady in professional roles. These interests make me very interested in
getting actively involved in supporting Durham Technical Community College.
Contribution to the diversity of viewpoints on this board:
As noted previously, I ve got some interesting combinations of experiences that have broadened
me substantially and I have tried to seek out diverse learning and experiences myself: being a
scientist/psychologist with a very rigorous academic/research background, having pivoted into
the business world in a range of organizations (Lash Group/AmerisourceBergen, The Center for
Creative Leadership, AlixPartners Management Consultants, Contemporary Leadership
Advisors and the Institute for Contemporary Leadership, and now Well, an early stage, high
growth potential company in the healthcare space). I ve had both internal experiences, e.g.,
developing strategy and implementing programs, creating corporate university structures and
resources, leading through matrix organizations, having to influence for change, etc. as Senior
Director of Learning and Development at Lash, Coaching Practice Leader at CCL, and Chief
People Officer at Well and, on the other hand, through consultant roles, having to sell and build
business, learn quickly and develop content, effectively coach other leaders, and quickly assess
organizations and teams from the outside and make actionable recommendations to improve,
scale, reduce risk, remediate problems, transform, etc. I created the first Leaders of Color
program within AmerisourceBergen in the early 2000 s and was then tapped to help start a
corporate-wide Diversity& Inclusion Program. I ve mentored and informally foster parented
young men of color, who have mentored me back, as a white female. And I ve spearheaded a
Social & Racial Equity initiative at Well that has further supported my learning about self and
others, my own biases and privilege, and opened dialogues that have enriched my
perspectives. On a somewhat different note, I have been stretched and challenged as a parent
by th significant mental and physical health struggles of my 22 year old son, who has also taught
me a tremendous amount. I bring all these to bear in my perceptions, assessments, decision-
making, and action but more importantly, my experiences have taught me to listen first and
deeply, which is an amplifier of diverse viewpoints.
Conflict of Interest:
None
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Human Relations Commission
Background, education and experience relevant to this board:
I am a licensed clinical psychologist by training, having worked in research and practice at Duke
for 7 years and having earned a doctoral degree there in 2000. Since then, I have spent my
career working in learning and development, adult education, leadership development,
organizational consulting psychology and human resources, both internally and as an external
consultant. Volunteer experiences include currently serving as the Graduate School Alumni
representative on the Duke University Regional Alumni Board; formerly serving as President of
the Triangle Organizational Development Network board; and recently having served on the
board of Youth INC in New York, a venture philanthropy organization with a portfolio of 80 non-
profits focused on improving the lives of youth through a range of services from academic to arts
to sports. The confluence of my own academic and business experience with areas of focus
generally related to human resources; diversity, equity and inclusion; organization development;
adult learning and development; and career development gives me an excellent foundation to
contribute to the Human Relations Commission.
Reasons for wanting to serve on this board:
I have always been passionate about human development and thriving and the improvement of
our systems to promote a good life for each individual, family, and social group. My initial
interest in psychology related to the human potential movement and positive, strengths based
psychology and I applied this over time to my work in organizational consulting psychology and
human resources. In addition, my background in health psychology/behavioral medicine and
work in several health-related companies, has given me an important lens on social
determinants of health and well-being and the interconnectedness of social stressors, social
supports, individual mental and physical well-being, economic opportunity, community harmony,
and so many other factors that fall under the umbrella of human relations and the work of this
committee. Although this has long been a priority for me, the current social consciousness
raising around systemic racism and the moral imperative for more inclusive and equitable
institutions and policies has heightened my focus on this work in my current organization and my
desire to act more broadly in my community to improve the lives of all members. For many
years until recently I worked for companies outside the Triangle and traveled extensively for
work so had limited capacity to commit beyond work and family. With my kids now 18 and 22
and having settled into my current role as Chief People Officer at Well on Franklin Street in
Chapel Hill, I am available to spend more time on the issues I care about and the needs of my
local and regional community.
Contribution to the diversity of viewpoints on this board:
As noted previously, I've got an interesting combination of experiences that have broadened me
substantially and I have tried to seek out continued learning and diverse experiences myself:
being a scientist/psychologist with a very rigorous academic/research background, having
pivoted into the business world in a range of organizations (Lash Group/AmerisourceBergen,
The Center for Creative Leadership, AlixPartners Management Consultants, Contemporary
Leadership Advisors and the Institute for Contemporary Leadership, and now Well, an early
stage, high growth potential company in the healthcare space). I've had both internal work
experiences, e.g., developing strategy and implementing programs, creating corporate university
structures and resources, leading through matrix organizations, having to influence for change,
etc. as Senior Director of Learning and Development at Lash, Coaching Practice Leader at CCL,
and Chief People Officer at Well and, on the other hand, through consultant roles, having to sell
and build business, learn quickly and develop content, effectively coach other leaders, and
quickly assess organizations and teams from the outside and make actionable
recommendations to improve, scale, reduce risk, remediate problems, transform, etc. I created
the first Leaders of Color program within AmerisourceBergen in the early 2000 s and was then
tapped to help start a corporate-wide Diversity& Inclusion Program. I ve mentored and
informally foster parented young men of color, who have mentored me back, as a white female.
And I've spearheaded a Social & Racial Equity initiative at Well that has further supported my
learning about self and others, my own biases and privilege, and opened dialogues that have
enriched my perspectives. On a somewhat different note, I have been stretched and challenged
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as a parent by the significant mental and physical health struggles of my now 22 year old son,
who has also taught me a tremendous amount. I bring all these to bear in my perceptions,
assessments, decision- making, and action. Most importantly, my experiences have taught me
to listen first and deeply, which is an amplifier of diverse viewpoints.
Conflict of Interest:
None
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Page 5 of 6 Elizabeth (Beth)
Workforce Development Board - Regional Partnership
Background, education and experience relevant to this board:
I am a licensed clinical psychologist by training, having worked in research and practice at Duke
for 7 years and having earned a doctoral degree there in 2000. Since then, I have spent my
career working in learning and development, adult education, leadership development,
organizational consulting psychology and human resources, both internally and as an external
consultant. Volunteer experiences include currently serving as the Graduate School Alumni
representative on the Duke University Regional Alumni Board; formerly serving as President of
the Triangle Organizational Development Network board; and recently having served on the
board of Youth INC in New York, a venture philanthropy organization with a portfolio of 80 non-
profits focused on improving the lives of youth through a range of services from academic to arts
to sports. The confluence of my own academic and business experience with areas of focus
generally related to human resources; recruiting; diversity, equity and inclusion; organization
development; adult learning and development; and career development gives me an excellent
foundation to contribute to the Workforce Development Board
Reasons for wanting to serve on this board:
I have always been passionate about human development and thriving and the improvement of
our institutions and systems to promote a good life for each individual, family, and social group.
This includes an emphasis on learning and development and career development. My initial
interest in psychology related to the human potential movement and positive, strengths based
psychology and I applied this over time to my work in organizational consulting psychology,
learning and development, and human resources. My current focus in HR is on finding great
talent over the coming years while providing great career opportunities and a living wage to local
residents, especially those from underrepresented groups and those who have not had the
same opportunities as many already in professional roles. Although this has long been a priority
for me, the current social consciousness raising around systemic racism and the moral
imperative for more inclusive and equitable institutions and policies has heightened my focus on
this work in my current organization and my desire to act more broadly in my community to
improve the lives of all members. For many years until recently I worked for companies outside
the Triangle and traveled extensively for work so had limited capacity to commit beyond work
and family. With my kids now 18 and 22 and having settled into my current role as Chief People
Officer at Well on Franklin Street in Chapel Hill, I am available to spend more time on the issues
I care about and the needs of my local and regional community.
Contribution to the diversity of viewpoints on this board:
As noted previously, I've got an interesting combination of experiences that have broadened me
substantially and I have tried to seek out continued learning and diverse experiences myself:
being a scientist/psychologist with a very rigorous academic/research background, having
pivoted into the business world in a range of organizations (Lash Group/AmerisourceBergen,
The Center for Creative Leadership, AlixPartners Management Consultants, Contemporary
Leadership Advisors and the Institute for Contemporary Leadership, and now Well, an early
stage, high growth potential company in the healthcare space). I've had both internal work
experiences, e.g., developing strategy and implementing programs, creating corporate university
structures and resources, leading through matrix organizations, having to influence for change,
etc. as Senior Director of Learning and Development at Lash, Coaching Practice Leader at CCL,
and Chief People Officer at Well and, on the other hand, through consultant roles, having to sell
and build business, learn quickly and develop content, effectively coach other leaders, and
quickly assess organizations and teams from the outside and make actionable
recommendations to improve, scale, reduce risk, remediate problems, transform, etc. I created
the first Leaders of Color program within AmerisourceBergen in the early 2000 s and was then
tapped to help start a corporate-wide Diversity& Inclusion Program. I ve mentored and
informally foster-parented young men of color, who have mentored me back, as a white female.
And I've spearheaded a Social & Racial Equity initiative at Well that has further supported my
learning about self and others, my own biases and privilege, and opened dialogues that have
enriched my perspectives. On a somewhat different note, I have been stretched and challenged
as a parent by the significant mental and physical health struggles of my now 22 year old son,
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who has also taught me a tremendous amount. I bring all these to bear in my perceptions,
assessments, decision- making, and action. Most importantly, my experiences have taught me
to listen first and deeply, which is an amplifier of diverse viewpoints.
Conflict of Interest:
None
Boards/Commissions appointments:
Other Comments:
This application was current on: 7/30/2020 12:29:40 PM Date Printed: 8/12/2020
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Volunteer Application
Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions
Name: Ms. W Estella Johnson
Name Called:
Home Address: 138 W. Hatterleigh Ave
Hillsborough NC 27278
Phone: 6176787692
Email: estjohnson1 @aol.com
Year of OC Residence: 2012
Township of Residence: Hillsborough
Zone of Residence: County
Gender Identity: Female
Ethnic Background: African American
Age Range: 60+
Community Activities/Organizational Memberships
Currently retired. Perform various activities at my church related to community outreach,
fund-raising, etc.
Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards:
None
Boards/Commissions applied for:
Human Relations Commission
Background, education and experience relevant to this board:
I have worked in community organizing and outreach activities for most of my career. I have a
master s degree in public administration and have worked in the public sector for most of my
career.
Reasons for wanting to serve on this board
I am concerned about people who feel disenfranchised and would like to promote more
community involvement especially minorities.
Contribution to the diversity of viewpoints on this board
Being born and raised in the south and having lived in many parts of the country, and being
widely traveled, I think that I have good understanding of what it takes to understand and
encourage minorities to get involved in their community.
Conflict of Interest:
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Economic Development Advisory Board (REQUIRES DISCLOSURE STATEMENT)
Background, education and experience relevant to this board:
I was Director of Economic Development for the City of Cambridge in Massachusetts prior to
retirement. I have also worked to help minorities learn how to develop their own businesses.
Reasons for wanting to serve on this board
I have a great amount of experience in business promotion and development, including
workforce development and housing.
Contribution to the diversity of viewpoints on this board
Being an African-American, I think that I have a unique background in economic development
issues.
Conflict of Interest:
Boards/Commissions appointments:
Other Comments:
This application was current on: 3/18/2021 Date Printed: 3/18/2021
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Page 1 of 1 Josh Ravitch
Volunteer Application
Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions
Name: Mr Josh Ravitch
Name Called:
Home Address: 402 Old Larkspur Way
Chapel Hill NC 27516
Phone: 9196247599
Email: ravitchj@yahoo.com
Year of OC Residence: 1984
Township of Residence: Chapel Hill
Zone of Residence: Chapel Hill Township within C.H. city limits
Gender Identity: Male
Ethnic Background: white
Age Range:
Community Activities/Organizational Memberships:
Vice Chair, Chapel Hill Human Services Advisory Board
Secretary of the Board of The Arc of the Triangle
Member, IFC Community House Advisory Board
Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards:
N/a
Boards/Commissions applied for:
Human Relations Commission
Background, education and experience relevant to this board:
15€TMM currently Vice Chair of the Chapel Hill Human Services Advisory Board, On two other
nonprofit governance or advisory boards, and have been appointed to many other nonprofit
boards over the years. In these roles, I have stablished good relationships with leaders of many
nonprofit agencies serving widely diverse people over the years.
Reasons for wanting to serve on this board:
I have experience and passion for helping people of widely different backgrounds to better their
lives and those around them.
Contribution to the diversity of viewpoints on this board:
Conflict of Interest:
Boards/Commissions appointments:
Other Comments:
This application was current on: 8/11/2020 Date Printed: 8/12/2020
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Page 1 of 1 Joyce Sandy
Volunteer Application
Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions
Name: Joyce Sandy
Name Called:
Home Address: 200 Perkins Drive #221
Chapel Hill NC 27514
Phone: 919-537-8937
Email: joyhamsandy@gmail.com
Year of OC Residence: 2018
Township of Residence:
Zone of Residence:
Gender Identity: Female
Ethnic Background: African American
Age Range: 60+
Community Activities/Organizational Memberships:
Peace & Justice Committee Chapel Hill Friends. Project Engage #5 Delegate (UFT)
United Federation of Teachers NYC. President East Elmhurst Civic Assoc., East
Elmhurst, NJ. Treasurer of Alpha Kappa Alpha - NYC (Tau Omega). AKA Delegate to
NCO at United Nations. President Manatee County CPP Florida. Member/Treasurer
HOA Board Cliffside Park, NJ.
Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards:
None
Boards/Commissions applied for:
Human Relations Commission
Background, education and experience relevant to this board:
Law Degree (JD) Cleveland State University. BAMS Education. 50 years experience on
community and non profit organization boards.
Reasons for wanting to serve on this board:
Varied experiences (volunteer and paid)working with diverse community groups.
Contribution to the diversity of viewpoints on this board:
I bring experience from several disciplines and geographic locations, as well as varied
socio/economic levels.
Conflict of Interest:
Boards/Commissions appointments:
Other Comments:
This application was current on: 1/27/2020 3:33:45 PM Date Printed: 1/28/2020
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Board and Commission Members
And Vacant Positions
Human Relations Commission
Meeting Times: 6:00 pm Fourth Tuesday of each month Contact Person:Melvyn Blackwell
Meeting Place: Animal Services/Link Alternating Contact Phone: 919-245-2497
Positions: 12 Length:3 years Terms: 2
Description: The Board of Commissioners appoints all eighteen members. The Towns of Chapel Hill,Carrboro and Hillsborough each
nominate at least one member. This commission seeks to prevent and/or eliminate bias and discrimination by means of
education,persuasion,conciliation and enforcement. It also advises the Board of County Commissioners on these matters,
receives discrimination complaints,and conducts the corresponding investigation of such complaints. To learn more,visit
this web address: www.co.orange.nc.us/hrr/hrc.asp
VACANT
1 First Appointed:
Gender Identity: Township: Current Appointment:
Ethnic Background: Resid/Spec Req: At-Large Expiration: 06/30/2024
Age Range: Special Repr: Number of Terms:
VACANT
2 First Appointed:
Gender Identity: Township: Current Appointment:
Ethnic Background: Resid/Spec Req: At-Large Expiration: 09/30/2024
Age Range: Special Repr: Number of Terms:
Mr David LaBarre
3 First Appointed: 12/07/2020
Gender Identity: Male Township: Eno Current Appointment: 12/07/2020
Ethnic Background: White Resid/Spec Req: At-Large Expiration: 06/30/2023
Age Range: Special Repr: Number of Terms: 1
Ellis Driver
4 First Appointed: 12/07/2020
Gender Identity: Other Township: Hillsborough Current Appointment: 12/07/2020
Ethnic Background: White Resid/Spec Req: At-Large Expiration: 09/30/2022
Age Range: 18-34 Special Repr: Number of Terms:
Ana M. Garcia-Turner
5 Secretary First Appointed: 10/03/2017
Gender Identity: Female Township: Chapel Hill Current Appointment: 12/07/2020
Ethnic Background: Hispanic Resid/Spec Req: At-Large Expiration: 06/30/2023
Age Range: Special Repr: Number of Terms: 2
VACANT
6 First Appointed:
Gender Identity: Township: Current Appointment:
Ethnic Background: Resid/Spec Req: At-Large Expiration: 09/30/2022
Age Range: Special Repr: Number of Terms:
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Board and Commission Members
And Vacant Positions
Human Relations Commission
Meeting Times: 6:00 pm Fourth Tuesday of each month Contact Person:Melvyn Blackwell
Meeting Place: Animal Services/Link Alternating Contact Phone: 919-245-2497
Positions: 12 Length:3 years Terms: 2
Samantha Beecham
7 First Appointed: 06/18/2019
Gender Identity: Female Township: Chapel Hill Current Appointment: 06/18/2019
Ethnic Background: White Resid/Spec Req: Carrboro City Limits Expiration: 06/30/2022
Age Range: Special Repr: Town of Carrboro Number of Terms: 1
Ms Stephanie Harrell
8 Vice-Chair First Appointed: 05/01/2018
Gender Identity: Female Township: Hillsborough Current Appointment: 06/18/2019
Ethnic Background: Asian American Resid/Spec Req: At-Large Expiration: 06/30/2022
Age Range: Special Repr: Number of Terms: 1
Allison Mahaley
9 First Appointed: 02/06/2018
Gender Identity: Female Township: Hillsborough Current Appointment: 12/07/2020
Ethnic Background: White Resid/Spec Req: Hillsborough Expiration: 06/30/2023
Age Range: Special Repr: Town of Hillsborough Number of Terms: 2
Frances Castillo
10 Chair First Appointed: 06/18/2019
Gender Identity: Female Township: Chapel Hill Current Appointment: 06/18/2019
Ethnic Background: African American Resid/Spec Req: At-Large Expiration: 09/30/2021
Age Range: Special Repr: Number of Terms: 1
VACANT
11 First Appointed:
Gender Identity: Township: Current Appointment:
Ethnic Background: Resid/Spec Req: Chapel Hill Expiration: 06/30/2022
Age Range: Special Repr: Town of Chapel Hill Number of Terms:
Mr. Dion Graham
12 First Appointed: 12/02/2019
Gender Identity: Male Township: Chapel Hill Current Appointment: 12/07/2020
Ethnic Background: African American Resid/Spec Req: At-Large Expiration: 06/30/2023
Age Range: 35-59 Special Repr: Number of Terms: 1
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Applicant Interest Listing by Board Name and by Applicant Name
Contact Person: Melvyn Blackwell
Human Relations Commission Contact Phone: 919-245-2497
Mrs. Deborah Baker
Gender Identity: Female Date Applied: 10/19/2020
Ethnic Background: White Township: Bingham
Age Range: 35-59 Res.Eligibility: County
Also Serves On:
Mr. Michael J. Fath
Gender Identity: Male Date Applied: 06/11/2021
Ethnic Background: White Township: Chapel Hill
Age Range: 35-59 Res.Eligibility: Carrboro City Limits
Also Serves On:
Mrs Emily Flores
Gender Identity: Female Date Applied: 08/11/2020
Ethnic Background: White Township: Chapel Hill
Age Range: Res.Eligibility: Chapel Hill ETJ
Also Serves On:
Ms. Ruby Garcia
Gender Identity: Female Date Applied: 11/20/2020
Ethnic Background: Hispanic Township: Chapel Hill
Age Range: 35-59 Res.Eligibility: C.H.City Lin-fits
Also Serves On:
Dr. Elizabeth(Beth) Gullette
Gender Identity: Female Date Applied: 07/30/2020
Ethnic Background: White Township: Chapel Hill
Age Range: 35-59 Res.Eligibility: County
Also Serves On:
Ms. W Estella Johnson
Gender Identity: Female Date Applied: 03/18/2021
Ethnic Background: African American Township: Hillsborough
Age Range: 60+ Res.Eligibility: County
Also Serves On: Economic Development Advisory Board(REQUIRES DISCLOSURE STATEMENT)
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Applicant Interest Listing by Board Name and by Applicant Name
Contact Person: Melvyn Blackwell
Human Relations Commission Contact Phone: 919-245-2497
Mr Josh Ravitch
Gender Identity: Male Date Applied: 08/11/2020
Ethnic Background: White Township: Chapel Hill
Age Range: Res.Eligibility: Chapel Hill Township within C.H.city limits
Also Serves On:
Joyce Sandy
Gender Identity: Female Date Applied: 01/27/2020
Ethnic Background: African American Township: Chapel Hill
Age Range: 60+ Res.Eligibility: C.H.City Limits
Also Serves On:
Ms Shawnee Seese
Gender Identity: Female Date Applied: 01/10/2020
Ethnic Background: White Township: Chapel Hill
Age Range: 35-59 Res.Eligibility: Carrboro City Limits
Also Serves On:
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