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ORANGE COUNTY
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
ACTION AGENDA ITEM ABSTRACT
Meeting Date: March 10, 2022
Action Agenda
Item No. 4
SUBJECT: Orange County Planning Board — Appointments Discussion
DEPARTMENT: Board of Commissioners
ATTACHMENT(S): INFORMATION CONTACT:
Member and Applicant Summary Sheet Clerk's Office, 919-245-2125
Application of Current Member
Applications of Other Applicants
Membership Roster
Applicant Interest List
PURPOSE: To consider appointments to the Orange County Planning Board.
BACKGROUND: The Orange County Planning Board studies Orange County and surrounding
areas to determine objectives in the development of the County, prepares and recommends plans
to achieve that development, and reviews development applications and makes
recommendations to the Board of Commissioners.
The Board of County Commissioners appoints all 12 members.
The following individual is presented for Board consideration:
NAME POSITION TYPE OF EXPIRATION
DESCRIPTION APPOINTMENT DATE
TERM
Statler Gilfillen Eno Township First Full Term 03/31/2025
BOCC At-Large First Full Term 03/31/2025
Appointment
If the individuals listed above are appointed, no vacancies remain.
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.
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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 Planning Board.
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Orange County Planning Board Members and Applicants
Name Member or Applicant? Gender Identity Race/Ethnic Background Age Range Township Also Serves on
Adam Beeman Member Male White Cedar Grove
Carrie Fletcher Member Female White Bingham
Charity Kirk Member Female White 35-59 Chapel Hill
Delores Bailey Member Female African American 60+ Chapel Hill
David Blankfard Member Male White Hillsborough
Julian(Randy)Marshall Jr. Member Male White Bingham
Kim Piracci Member Female White Eno
Lamar F.Proctor,Jr. Member Male White 35-59 Cheeks
Melissa Poole Member Female White Little River
Statler Gilfillen Member Male White 60+ Eno
Susan Hunter Member Female White Chapel Hill
Whitney Watson Member Male White 60+ Cheeks
Elizabeth Bronson Applicant Female White 18-34 Cheeks Orange County Board of Adjustment
Steven Kaufmann Applicant Male Other 60+ Bingham
Jonathon Lorusso Applicant Male White 35-59 Chapel Hill
Joseph Parrish Applicant Male White Chapel Hill
Andrea Riley Applicant Female White 60+ Cheeks
Nathan Robinson Applicant lMale White 35-59 Bingham Orange County Board of Adjustment
Jeff Scott Applicant Male White 35-59 Hillsborough Orange County Board of Adjustment
Erle Smith jApplicant Imale lWhite 60+ IChapel Hill ICarrboro Board of Adjustment
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Page 1 of 2 Statler Gilfillen
Volunteer Application
Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions
Name: Mr. Statler Gilfillen
Name Called:
Home Address: 3302 St. Mary's Road
Hillsborough NC 27278
Phone: 919-732-6123
Email: statlergilfillen@hotmail.com
Year of OC Residence: 2007
Township of Residence: Eno
Zone of Residence:
Gender Identity: Male
Ethnic Background: White
Age Range: 60+
Community Activities/Organizational Memberships:
Past vice chair of Orange County Historic Board
Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards:
Orange County Historic Board
Boards/Commissions applied for:
Boards/Commissions appointments:
Orange County Planning Board (REQUIRES DISCLOSURE STATEMENT)
Application Date: 4/13/2021
Background, education and experience relevant to this board:
Over 25 years as registered Architect involved in planning, design and construction.
wwwGilfillenArchitect.Wordpress.com.
Reasons for wanting to serve on this board:
To be of service and because I believe my background can be of service to the planning board
Conflict of Interest:
Throughout my career as an Architect I have always been diligent to follow the law and fully
disclose even the potential perception of what might be any conflict. Currently, I maintain an
office for the practice of Architecture in Orange County.
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Other Comments:
-Member Preservation North Carolina
-Registered Architect: North Carolina
-Certificate Holder National Council of Architectural Registration Boards (NCARB),
Certificate
-Extensive background in Architecture, Preservation, and Architectural History. STAFF
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Page 2 of 2 Statler Gilfillen
COMMENTS: Originally applied for Historic Preservation Commission 2/18/2010.
ADDRESS VERIFICATION: 3302 St. Mary's Road, Hillsborough, Eno township, OC
jurisdiction.
This application was current on: 4/13/2021 Date Printed: 2/25/2022
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Page 1 of 2 Elizabeth Bronson
Volunteer Application
Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions
Name: Elizabeth Bronson
Name Called:
Home Address: 1221 Buckhorn Rd
Mebane NC 27302
Phone: 9199235136
Email: Beth.bronson@live.com
Year of OC Residence: 1987
Township of Residence: Cheeks
Zone of Residence: County
Gender Identity: Female
Ethnic Background: White
Age Range: 18-34
Community Activities/Organizational Memberships:
NC Democratic Party
Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards:
none
Boards/Commissions applied for:
Orange County Planning Board (REQUIRES DISCLOSURE STATEMENT)
Background, education and experience relevant to this board:
Raised in Orange County, and returned over ten years ago to finish undergraduate degree.
Obtained a BA from UNC-Chapel Hill in Management and Society and performed a case study
on the public/private partnership of OWASA for a senior project. I have always been interested in
the historical background of this area. I am very familiar with the centralized location of Orange
County within the Triangle and Triad and the important role we play in setting precedents for
responsible development in surrounding municipalities.
Reasons for wanting to serve on this board:
It is my wish to serve, and represent, my community in an impactful capacity. I believe that
younger generations are not adequately represented in local government and it is my goal to
become a voice for civic engagement, even if the topics aren t sexy. Having spent the last 100
days deep diving into publicly available documents on future land use a€" I have come to learn a
great deal about the how the Planning Board advises County Commissioners to make decisions
based on plans and objectives previously laid out, and incorporating public concerns.
Contribution to the diversity of viewpoints on this board:
Understanding and communicating the viewpoints of others is a skillset of mine. Having always
been interested in why people make the decisions they do, my profession requires me to find a
data driven middle ground. I offer the fresh perspective of a rural resident who very much wants
to see economic development bring prosperity to historically underserved communities.
Conflict of Interest:
My perceived COI is that I live in a rural residential area subject to industrial development.
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Page 2 of 2 Elizabeth Bronson
Boards/Commissions appointments:
Orange County Board of Adjustment (REQUIRES DISCLOSURE STATEMENT)
Application Date: 2/11/2021
Background, education and experience relevant to this board:
My educational focus provides insight into why people, in life and in business, make the
decisions they do. My professional growth in clinical research has made me a rigorous seeker of
truth and explanatory language.
Reasons for wanting to serve on this board:
I would like to bring a fresh perspective to the BoA. While adhering to the
As Orange County continues to largely decide objectives of future growth in height and urban
sprawl is going to look, it is my intention to participate as a rural representativ
Conflict of Interest:
My perceived COI is that I live in a rural residential area subject to industrial development.
Other Comments:
This application was current on: 4/19/2021 Date Printed: 4/22/2021
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Page 1 of 1 Steven Kaufmann
Volunteer Application
Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions
Name: Steven Kaufmann
Name Called:
Home Address: 2304 Davis Road
HILLSBOROUGH NC 27278
Phone: 919-732-9962
Email: aikido@nc.rr.com
Year of OC Residence: 1998
Township of Residence: Bingham
Zone of Residence: County
Gender Identity: Male
Ethnic Background: Other
Age Range: 60+
Community Activities/Organizational Memberships:
Open Sky Martial Arts
Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards:
none
Boards/Commissions applied for:
Orange County Planning Board (REQUIRES DISCLOSURE STATEMENT)
Background, education and experience relevant to this board:
Was a Plant and Soil Science major and environment design major and graduated with a BS in
Business Administration, Accounting degree.
Have had my own business in Orange county for more than 20 year, Open Sky Martial Arts.
Was A Public school teacher in Orange County at Cameron Park School. Currently a part time
faculty member at Duke.
Reasons for wanting to serve on this board:
I would like to offer my services on the planning board because I care about the development of
property in Orange County.
Contribution to the diversity of viewpoints on this board:
Background in business and also taught in the public school system in Orange County.
Currently I teach part time at Duke University.
Conflict of Interest:
Not sure? I own three rental homes in Hillsborough.
Boards/Commissions appointments:
Other Comments:
This application was current on: 4/13/2021 Date Printed: 4/22/2021
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Page 1 of 1 Jonathon Lorusso
Volunteer Application
Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions
Name: Mr. Jonathon Lorusso
Name Called:
Home Address: 4022 Tecolote Way
Hillsborough NC 27278
Phone: 917-650-5144
Email: jonlorusso@gmail.com
Year of OC Residence: 2013
Township of Residence: Chapel Hill
Zone of Residence: County
Gender Identity: Male
Ethnic Background: White
Age Range: 35-59
Community Activities/Organizational Memberships:
I am a member of the Orange County and North Carolina Beekeepers Associations.
Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards:
none
Boards/Commissions applied for:
Orange County Planning Board (REQUIRES DISCLOSURE STATEMENT)
Background, education and experience relevant to this board:
I received a degree in Computer Science from New York University and have worked as
Software Engineer for over 20 years. I believe this work in particular is based in rational, logical
analysis of the facts at hand.
Reasons for wanting to serve on this board:
I would like to provide a very practical point of view to the board.
Contribution to the diversity of viewpoints on this board:
I am a father of three young children, and would like Orange County to be a place they can live
and work in the future.
Conflict of Interest:
Boards/Commissions appointments:
Other Comments:
This application was current on: 4/22/2021 Date Printed: 4/22/2021
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Page 1 of 2 Joseph Parrish
Volunteer Application
Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions
Name: Joseph Parrish
Name Called:
Home Address: 1250 Ephesus Church Rd, Apt. G5
Chapel Hill NC 27517
Phone: 3365044195
Email: josephparrishnc@gmail.com
Year of OC Residence: 2016
Township of Residence: Chapel Hill
Zone of Residence: C.H. City Limits
Gender Identity: Male
Ethnic Background: White
Age Range:
Community Activities/Organizational Memberships:
Orange County Democratic Party - Messaging Committee
Orange County Young Dems
Rotary Club
Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards:
None
Boards/Commissions applied for:
Chapel Hill Planning Commission
Background, education and experience relevant to this board:
I am a former member of the NC National Guard and a graduate of UNC with a degree in
political science. I have been a frequent attendant of a variety of local government
meetings/functions and even ran for office in the state legislature in the November elections.
Reasons for wanting to serve on this board:
I want to have a hand in public service, either professionally or as a volunteer. I see this board
as an opportunity to serve the public and as a learning opportunity that can inform my public
service in the future.
Contribution to the diversity of viewpoints on this board:
Conflict of Interest:
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Page 2 of 2 Joseph Parrish
Orange County Planning Board (REQUIRES DISCLOSURE STATEMENT)
Background, education and experience relevant to this board:
I am a former member of the NC National Guard and a graduate of UNC with a degree in
political science. I have been a frequent attendant of a variety of local government
meetings/functions and even ran for office in the state legislature in the November elections.
Reasons for wanting to serve on this board:
I want to have a hand in public service, either professionally or as a volunteer. I see this board
as an opportunity to serve the public and as a learning opportunity that can inform my public
service in the future.
Contribution to the diversity of viewpoints on this board:
Conflict of Interest:
Boards/Commissions appointments:
Other Comments:
This application was current on: 4/16/2021 Date Printed: 4/22/2021
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Page 1 of 2 Andrea Riley
Volunteer Application
Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions
Name: Mrs. Andrea Riley
Name Called:
Home Address: 1204 Brookhollow Road
Efland NC 27243
Phone: 919-644-2604
Email: ateuteriley44@gmail.com
Year of OC Residence: 1990
Township of Residence: Cheeks
Zone of Residence: County
Gender Identity: Female
Ethnic Background: White
Age Range: 60+
Community Activities/Organizational Memberships:
Voices, The Chapel Hill Chorus
A Voice for Efland & Orange
Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards:
Ornge County Arts Commission
Boards/Commissions applied for:
Orange County Planning Board (REQUIRES DISCLOSURE STATEMENT)
Background, education and experience relevant to this board:
I have lived thirty years in Efland, Orange County and have always been interested in rural land
preservation. My father and grandfather were wholesale florists who grew many of their own
plants and farmed some of our land. I grew up around farms and woods in the country , at the
edge of the city, in Rochester, New York.
My Bachelor of Arts degree is from UNC-Chapel Hill, in Studio Art. I also obtained a Teacher
Certification in Arts Education, K-12 at North Carolina Central University.
My experience in researching and communicating information to the public has been extensive: I
have worked with a Community Organizer as a volunteer promoting the use of mental health
services for the Consumer Committee of Strong Memorial Hospital, the University of Rochester;
I worked as the Center Representative for the American Red Cross Blood Center of Rochester
and Monroe County responsible for educating and motivating community volunteer blood
recruiters for the Rochester Blood Center; I worked as an editorial assistant for Duke Press,
recruiting and communicating with peer readers for manuscripts, and as the Coordinator of the
Pre-Major Advising Center for Duke University, recruiting and orienting academic advisors for
the Center; I worked for sixteen years as a Reference Library Assistant in the Reference Unit of
the Durham County Library, and I worked for the Chapel Hill/Orange County Visitors Bureau for
seven years as their Saturday Information Specialist/Receptionist.
I have recently worked with the members of A Voice for Efland and Orange to research the land
use plans for Orange County and have learned a great deal about the values and needs of this
community.
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Page 2 of 2 Andrea Riley
My research and communication skills would be useful in researching Orange County
development applications.
Reasons for wanting to serve on this board:
I would like to see all of the citizens of Orange County represented in the plans for development
of Orange County. There is a need for more diversity and representation of all areas of Orange
County, particularly the rural western and northern areas of the County, in the allocation of
Orange County funds and investment. I would like to learn more about what all of the residents
of Orange County need and want in the way of development, and I would like to be helpful in
making certain that the allocation of funds is equitable and meets the real needs of its citizens.
Contribution to the diversity of viewpoints on this board:
I live in rural, northwestern Orange County and am close to retirement age. I represent those
who want to be able to stay in their homes past retirement and who want to keep housing
affordable for those who choose to live in Orange County. I also have a young daughter(24
years old)who has grown up in this community and has kept in touch with the young people that
she went to school with (Hillsborough Elementary, Gravelly Hill Middle School, and Orange
High). She still cares about these people and wants to preserve the diverse community that she
grew to be comfortable with when she attended school with black, Hispanic, and white students
of all gender identifications. My daughter keeps me in touch with these young people, too, so
that I know what is going on in their lives and what is important to them as they grow older. A lot
of them care about Efland and Orange County and would like to see it remain true to the rural
values that they grew up with, even as they attempt to make a living in the cities of North
Carolina. They want something preserved of the land and the farms that they were surrounded
by as children growing up, and they want the environment protected for their futures and the
futures of their children.
Conflict of Interest:
Boards/Commissions appointments:
Other Comments:
This application was current on: 4/13/2021 Date Printed: 4/22/2021
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Page 1 of 2 Nathan Robinson
Volunteer Application
Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions
Name: Nathan Robinson
Name Called:
Home Address: 1900 Borland Rd
Hillsborough NC 27278
Phone: 9193378180
Email: nathan@landmarkmp.com
Year of OC Residence: 2007
Township of Residence: Bingham
Zone of Residence: County
Gender Identity: Male
Ethnic Background: White
Age Range: 35-59
Community Activities/Organizational Memberships:
Food Distribution volunteer, local business owner, COCA (Creating Opportunities for
Community Development), character education volunteer teacher, PT economics teacher
Trinity School
Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards:
None
Boards/Commissions applied for:
Orange County Planning Board (REQUIRES DISCLOSURE STATEMENT)
Background, education and experience relevant to this board:
My background includes engineering, human services, entrepreneurship in the business & non-
profit sectors, teaching, and strategic planning.
My formal education includes a BS in Physics followed by a Masters in Engineering. For 8 yrs I
was a consulting engineer/project manager. Following that I started & run multiple small
companies and four(4) non-profit organizations, including my wife & I living 3 yrs in South Africa
interfacing with the Provincial Dept of Ed to establish an NGO focused on HIV/AIDS prevention.
Since 2007 living in Hillsborough I have operated a commercial construction company, helped
local schools as a volunteer teacher for both economics &character development, &started a
local private school. My background & experience provides a good basis to understand
development needs joined with ensuring harmonious coordination of the lives of involved people
and the larger community.
Reasons for wanting to serve on this board:
My background has produced skills in coordinating people and projects, both in the private and
public sectors. I understand the business world, and have extensive community service
experience. I have experienced success in helping to find consensus among development&
community objectives and believe this combination will be an asset toward Orange County s
goals.
Contribution to the diversity of viewpoints on this board:
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Page 2 of 2 Nathan Robinson
I ve been actively engaged in development&community projects locally and internationally.
Living in South Africa for 3 yrs created an appreciation in me for the value of other people s life
experiences & perspectives. I aim to listen well & help build harmonious consensus as the
process of development intersects with people s lives.
Conflict of Interest:
Boards/Commissions appointments:
Orange County Board of Adjustment (REQUIRES DISCLOSURE STATEMENT)
Application Date: 11/20/2020
Background, education and experience relevant to this board:
I have experience in property development, engineering, and entrepreneurship. My background
includes also includes human services, entrepreneurship in the business & non- profit sectors,
teaching, and strategic planning. My formal education includes a BS
Reasons for wanting to serve on this board:
My background has produced skills in coordinating people and projects, both in the private and
public sectors. I have experience in the permitting of projects, approval process, and best
practices development. I understand the business world, and have ext
Conflict of Interest:
Other Comments:
This application was current on: 4/16/2021 Date Printed: 4/22/2021
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Page 1 of 2 Jeff Scott
Volunteer Application
Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions
Name: Mr. Jeff Scott
Name Called:
Home Address: 1520 Park Lane
Hillsborough NC 27278
Phone: 919-815-8254
Email: jgscott0@gmail.com
Year of OC Residence: 2014
Township of Residence: Hillsborough
Zone of Residence: County
Gender Identity: Male
Ethnic Background: White
Age Range: 35-59
Community Activities/Organizational Memberships:
Hillsborough Planning Board
AIA Triangle Design Awards Committee
AIA National Advisory Panel
AIA National Conference on Architecture Peer Reviewer
AIA Triangle Education Outreach Committee
Registered Architect in State of NC
Member, Construction Specifications Institute
Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards:
N/A
Boards/Commissions applied for:
Orange County Planning Board (REQUIRES DISCLOSURE STATEMENT)
Background, education and experience relevant to this board:
I am currently an active member of the Hillsborough Planning Board. I have served on this board
for 2-years and have enjoyed being a part of the process. I also have several years of
architectural background in civic/justice projects at the state and local level.
Reasons for wanting to serve on this board:
As a resident of Hillsborough and Orange County for over 5-years, it is important to me to
understand how I can help the community understand the process. The planning process can be
confusing (even to me), so hearing everyone s thoughts and opinions are very helpful. I
understand people s trepidation and concern about changes in this community.
Contribution to the diversity of viewpoints on this board:
Conflict of Interest:
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Page 2 of 2 Jeff Scott
Affordable Housing Advisory Board
Background, education and experience relevant to this board:
As an architect, affordable housing is always a critical topic of concern. I practiced in residential
architecture at the beginning of my career. I have also volunteered with Habitat for Humanity in
Charlotte, Asheville, and Raleigh/Durham. My previous experience working with general
contractors and construction managers also allows me to understand the ramifications of
costing, constructability, and project management.
Reasons for wanting to serve on this board:
Affordable housing is a very important and apt topic locally and nationally. As an active
professional in this region, I continue to see how this area is being shaped for both the positive
and negative.
Contribution to the diversity of viewpoints on this board:
I believe that the diversity I could bring to the Affordable Housing Advisory Board could certainly
be an asset for Orange County. Having lived in other communities in this state (Asheville,
Charlotte, Raleigh, Durham), as well as having spent time studying abroad in Italy and Germany,
I have seen a variety of strategies that address housing. In many instances this housing has
been shaped by how the urban or rural fabric is shaped. Orange County has the opportunity to
really be a leader in driving affordable housing strategies forward as the county grapples with
issues of growth and long-term planning strategies. I have seen this while working on single-
family and multi-family residential projects and how the divide between building types is critical.
Having seen how other communities grapple with affordable housing is also very important to
me. Affordable housing is always a very difficult and contentious topic. I have previously been a
part of a design/build architectural studio that focused solely on designing and building a home
for a low-income family. I have seen how carefully and thoughtfully the process can be executed.
Much of the process comes down to creating an architecture of decency for the people that
inhabit these homes.
Conflict of Interest:
Boards/Commissions appointments:
Orange County Board of Adjustment(REQUIRES DISCLOSURE STATEMENT)
Application Date: 8/10/2020
Background, education and experience relevant to this board:
Having served in the Hillsborough Planning Board, I see the issues of concern when planning is
at odds with the property owners. Typically this has always been something remedied without
resorting to BOA but it seems like an interesting process.
Reasons for wanting to serve on this board:
My architectural/planning background would help me in serving on this board. I also believe I
have the fair and impartial temperament to serve. Having served as a project architect and
manager for numerous projects, I see where conflicts come in and how t
Conflict of Interest:
Other Comments:
This application was current on: 4/19/2021 Date Printed: 4/22/2021
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Page 1 of 2 Erie Smith
Volunteer Application
Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions
Name: Mr Erie Smith
Name Called:
Home Address: 103 Sunset Creek Cir
Chapel Hill NC 27516
Phone: 9192592100
Email: Erle@ErleSmith.com
Year of OC Residence: 1998
Township of Residence: Chapel Hill
Zone of Residence: Carrboro City Limits
Gender Identity: Male
Ethnic Background: White
Age Range: 60+
Community Activities/Organizational Memberships:
Carrboro Citizen Academy
Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards:
Orange Unified Transportation Board 2016 - 2018
Boards/Commissions applied for:
Carrboro Planning Board
Background, education and experience relevant to this board:
My experience as a corporate executive has prepared me to contribute to the towns goals and
objectives. In particular, my experience with supply chain optimization is useful experience.
Reasons for wanting to serve on this board:
As a retiree, I have available time to devote to my community.
Contribution to the diversity of viewpoints on this board:
I feel that my membership would bring to the board a perspective of someone who has lived in 6
states, 3 countries and in several decades. My work experience includes over 30 years of
international corporate experience, a term on the OUTBoard and as a father raising two children
in Orange County. I have executive experience that will help with challenging decision making
and detail data gathering and assessment.
Conflict of Interest:
OUTBoard representative for Chapel Hill 2-16-2018
Director Supply Chain Strategy
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Page 2 of 2 Erle Smith
Carrboro Board of Adjustment
Background, education and experience relevant to this board:
My experience as a corporate executive has prepared me to contribute to the towns goals and
objectives. In particular, my experience with supply chain optimization is useful experience.
Reasons for wanting to serve on this board:
As a retiree, I have available time to devote to my community.
Contribution to the diversity of viewpoints on this board:
I feel that my membership would bring to the board a perspective of someone who has lived in 6
states, 3 countries and in several decades. My work experience includes over 30 years of
international corporate experience, a term on the OUTBoard and as a father raising two children
in Orange County. I have executive experience that will help with challenging decision making
and detail data gathering and assessment.
Conflict of Interest:
Orange County Planning Board (REQUIRES DISCLOSURE STATEMENT)
Background, education and experience relevant to this board:
OUTBoard representative for Chapel Hill 2-16-2018
Director Supply Chain Strategy
Reasons for wanting to serve on this board:
As a retiree, I have available time to devote to my community.
Contribution to the diversity of viewpoints on this board:
I feel that my membership would bring to the board a perspective of someone who has lived in 6
states, 3 countries and in several decades. My work experience includes over 30 years of
international corporate experience, a term on the OUTBoard and as a father raising two children
in Orange County. I have executive experience that will help with challenging decision making
and detail data gathering and assessment.
Conflict of Interest:
Boards/Commissions appointments:
Other Comments:
This application was current on: 4/13/2021 Date Printed: 4/22/2021
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Board and Commission Members
And Vacant Positions
Orange County Planning Board (REQUIRES DISCLOSURE STATEMENT)
Meeting Times: 7:00 pm first Wednesday of each month Contact Person:Perdita Holtz
Meeting Place: West Campus(Temp @ Whiffed) Contact Phone: 919-245-2578
Positions: 12 Length:3 years Terms: 2
Description: All members are appointed by the Board of Commissioners.This board studies Orange County and surrounding areas to
determine objectives in the development of the County.It prepares and recommends plans to achieve that development,
including the suggesting of policies,ordinances,and procedures.It reviews development applications and makes
recommendations to the Board of Commissioners.It holds regular monthly meetings and may attend quarterly public hearings
with the Board of Commissioners.
Mr. Adam Beeman
I Vice-Chair First Appointed: 12/12/2017
Gender Identity: Male Township: Cedar Grove Current Appointment: 02/17/2022
Ethnic Background: White Resid/Spec Req: Cedar Grove Twnsp Expiration: 03/31/2025
Age Range: Special Repr: Cedar Grove Township Number of Terms: 2
Mrs. Melissa Poole
2 First Appointed: 04/16/2019
Gender Identity: Female Township: Little River Current Appointment: 02/16/2021
Ethnic Background: White Resid/Spec Req: Little River Township Expiration: 03/31/2024
Age Range: Special Repr: Little River Township Number of Terms: 1
Lamar F. Proctor, Jr.
3 First Appointed: 02/16/2021
Gender Identity: Male Township: Cheeks Current Appointment: 02/16/2021
Ethnic Background: White Resid/Spec Req: Cheeks Township Expiration: 03/31/2024
Age Range: 35-59 Special Repr: Cheeks Township Number of Terms: 1
Carrie Fletcher
4 First Appointed: 03/08/2018
Gender Identity: Female Township: Bingham Current Appointment: 02/16/2021
Ethnic Background: White Resid/Spec Req: Bingham Township Expiration: 03/31/2024
Age Range: Special Repr: Bingham Township Number of Terms: 2
Mr David Blankfard
5 Chair First Appointed: 03/07/2017
Gender Identity: Male Township: Hillsborough Current Appointment: 03/10/2020
Ethnic Background: White Resid/Spec Req: Hillsborough Twnshp Expiration: 03/31/2023
Age Range: Special Repr: Hillsborough Township Number of Terms: 2
Kim Piracci
6 First Appointed: 03/22/2016
Gender Identity: Female Township: Eno Current Appointment: 03/07/2019
Ethnic Background: White Resid/Spec Req: Eno Township Expiration: 03/31/2022
Age Range: Special Repr: Eno Township Number of Terms: 2
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Board and Commission Members
And Vacant Positions
Orange County Planning Board (REQUIRES DISCLOSURE STATEMENT)
Meeting Times: 7:00 pm first Wednesday of each month Contact Person:Perdita Holtz
Meeting Place: West Campus(Temp @ Whiffed) Contact Phone: 919-245-2578
Positions: 12 Length:3 years Terms: 2
Ms Charity Kirk
7 First Appointed: 02/16/2021
Gender Identity: Female Township: Chapel Hill Current Appointment: 02/16/2021
Ethnic Background: White Resid/Spec Req: At-Large Expiration: 03/31/2024
Age Range: 35-59 Special Repr: At-Large Number of Terms: 1
Mr Whitney Watson
8 First Appointed: 02/16/2021
Gender Identity: Male Township: Cheeks Current Appointment: 02/17/2022
Ethnic Background: White Resid/Spec Req: At-Large Expiration: 03/31/2025
Age Range: 60+ Special Repr: At-Large Number of Terms: 1
Ms. Delores Bailey
9 First Appointed: 02/17/2022
Gender Identity: Female Township: Chapel Hill Current Appointment: 02/17/2022
Ethnic Background: African American Resid/Spec Req: At Large Expiration: 03/31/2023
Age Range: 60+ Special Repr: At-Large Number of Terms:
Mr. Statler Gilfillen
10 First Appointed: 05/18/2021
Gender Identity: Male Township: Eno Current Appointment: 02/17/2022
Ethnic Background: White Resid/Spec Req: At-Large Expiration: 03/31/2025
Age Range: 60+ Special Repr: At-Large Number of Terms: 1
Ms. Susan Hunter
11 First Appointed: 04/16/2019
Gender Identity: Female Township: Chapel Hill Current Appointment: 03/10/2020
Ethnic Background: White Resid/Spec Req: Chapel Hill Twnshp Expiration: 03/31/2023
Age Range: Special Repr: Chapel Hill Twnsp Number of Terms: 1
Julian (Randy) Marshall Jr.
12 First Appointed: 03/07/2017
Gender Identity: Male Township: Bingham Current Appointment: 03/10/2020
Ethnic Background: White Resid/Spec Req: At-Large Expiration: 03/31/2023
Age Range: Special Repr: At-Large Number of Terms: 2
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Applicant Interest Listing by Board Name and by Applicant Name
Contact Person: Perdita Holtz
Orange County Planning Board (REQUIRES DISCL Contact Phone: 919-245-2578
Elizabeth Bronson
Gender Identity: Female Date Applied: 04/19/2021
Ethnic Background: White Township: Cheeks
Age Range: 18-34 Res.Eligibility: County
Also Serves On: Orange County Board of Adjustment(REQUIRES DISCLOSURE STATEMENT)
Steven Kaufmann
Gender Identity: Male Date Applied: 04/13/2021
Ethnic Background: Other Township: Bingham
Age Range: 60+ Res.Eligibility: County
Also Serves On:
Mr. Jonathon Lorusso
Gender Identity: Male Date Applied: 04/22/2021
Ethnic Background: White Township: Chapel Hill
Age Range: 35-59 Res.Eligibility: County
Also Serves On:
Joseph Parrish
Gender Identity: Male Date Applied: 04/16/2021
Ethnic Background: White Township: Chapel Hill
Age Range: Res.Eligibility: C.H.City Limits
Also Serves On:
Mrs. Andrea Riley
Gender Identity: Female Date Applied: 04/13/2021
Ethnic Background: White Township: Cheeks
Age Range: 60+ Res.Eligibility: County
Also Serves On:
Nathan Robinson
Gender Identity: Male Date Applied: 04/16/2021
Ethnic Background: White Township: Bingham
Age Range: 35-59 Res.Eligibility: County
Also Serves On: Orange County Board of Adjustment(REQUIRES DISCLOSURE STATEMENT)
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Applicant Interest Listing by Board Name and by Applicant Name
Contact Person: Perdita Holtz
Orange County Planning Board (REQUIRES DISCL Contact Phone: 919-245-2578
Mr. Jeff Scott
Gender Identity: Male Date Applied: 04/19/2021
Ethnic Background: White Township: Hillsborough
Age Range: 35-59 Res.Eligibility: County
Also Serves On: Orange County Board of Adjustment(REQUIRES DISCLOSURE STATEMENT)
Mr Erle Smith
Gender Identity: Male Date Applied: 04/13/2021
Ethnic Background: White Township: Chapel Hill
Age Range: 60+ Res.Eligibility: Carrboro City Limits
Also Serves On: Carrboro Board of Adjustment
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