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HomeMy WebLinkAboutAgenda - 06-01-2023; 20 - Orange Water and Sewer Authority Board of Directors – Appointment Discussion 1 ORANGE COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS ACTION AGENDA ITEM ABSTRACT Meeting Date: June 1, 2023 Action Agenda Item No. 20 SUBJECT: Orange Water and Sewer Authority Board of Directors — Appointment Discussion DEPARTMENT: Board of Commissioners ATTACHMENT(S): INFORMATION CONTACT: Member and Applicant Summary Sheet Clerk's Office, 919-245-2125 Applications of Applicants Membership Roster Applicant Interest List PURPOSE: To consider an appointment to the Orange Water and Sewer Authority (OWASA) Board of Directors. BACKGROUND: The OWASA Board of Directors adopts OWASA's annual budget, approves bond issues to fund capital projects, makes policy decisions, and sets rates, fees, and charges based on cost-of-service principles. The Board also appoints an Executive Director, independent Auditor, and General Counsel. The Board of County Commissioners appoints two (2) members. The following position is presented for Board consideration: NAME POSITION TYPE OF EXPIRATION DESCRIPTION APPOINTMENT DATE TERM BOCC County Resident First Full Term 06/30/2026 Appointee If the position listed above is filled, 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. 2 ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT: There is no Orange County Environmental Responsibility Goal impact associated with this item. RECOMMENDATION(S): The Manager recommends that the Board discuss an appointment to the OWASA Board of Directors. 3 Orange Water and Sewer Authority Board of Directors Members and Applicants Name Member or Applicant? Gender Identity Race/Ethnic Background Age Range Township Also Serves on Jo Leslie Eimers Member Female White 60+ Eno Raymond DuBose Member Male White Bingham Raul Herrera Member Male Hispanic 60+ Hillsborough Julian(Randy)Marshall Applicant Male White 60+ Bingham Orange Unified Transportation Board Kim Piracci Applicant Female lWhite 60+ Eno Commission for the Environment Kay Wright Applicant IFemale lWhite 60+ Chapel Hill 4 Page 1 of 3 Julian (Randy) Marshall Volunteer Application Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions Name: Julian (Randy) Marshall Name Called: Home Address: 3826 Riders Trail Hillsborough NC 27278 Phone: 919-929-5706 Email: pickardmountain@mindspring.com Year of OC Residence: 1972 Township of Residence: Bingham Zone of Residence: County Gender Identity: Male Ethnic Background: White Age Range: 60+ Community Activities/Organizational Memberships: OUTBoard Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards: Orange County Planning Board (past) and OUT Board (current) Boards/Commissions applied for: Orange County Schools Safety Task Force Please explain how your background, education and experience is relevant to this board Principal of Carrboro Elementary School for 27 Years Please explain your reasons for wanting to serve on this board I would hope to bring the perspective of building administrators to the discussion How would your particpation on this board contribute to the diversity of viewpoints? I would hope to bring the perspective of building administrators to the discussion Do you have any personal or business interest(s)that could create a conflict of interest (either real or perceived) if you are appointed to this board? Orange Water& Sewer Authority Board of Directors 1. Please describe, generally, your reasons for wanting to serve on the OWASA Board of Directors. I have followed OWASA s history since its inception and would like to participate in its governance. 2a. Please list/explain your experience, either professionally and/or from other boards/commissions that you have in the areas of budget, personnel, and management. I served on the Carrboro Board of Alderman for 9 years and was principal of Carrboro Elementary for 27 years. I saved on the Planning Board for 2 terms and was have been on the OUTBoard for 4 terms having been appointed to the original board. 5 Page 2 of 3 Julian (Randy) 2b. In addition to the experience listed in the question above, please list the work/volunteer experience/qualifications that would add to your expertise for this board. Carrboro Parks and Recreation Committee Sister Cities Carrboro 2000 Committee (co-chair) 3. What do you understand OWASA's role to be regarding issues of growth and development? Owasa's role is to insure a dependable, high quality supply for the area it serves 4. What do do you hope to accomplish if appointed? Continue the excellent services that Owasa provides and help coordinate with Orange County elected officials on matters that affect the county 5. Please indicate your availability to attend regularly scheduled meetings. I'm available, I'm retired! 6. How would your participation on this board contribute to the diversity of viewpoints? I have filled several roles in Orange County and feel I have a background that would allow me to speak from a viewpoint based on my experience as an educator and involved citizen. Boards/Commissions appointments: Orange County Planning Board Application Date: 1/23/2017 Background, education and experience relevant to this board: I attended Duke, Elon and UNC. I have a BA in History and a Masters of Arts in Teaching (MAT). I worked for 30 years in the Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools, 27 as principal of Carrboro Elementary. I served as chair of the Carrboro Year 2000 Task and Reasons for wanting to serve on this board: I have a strong interest and experience in citizen participation in the affairs of the community and with my background on the Board of Alderman have a particular interest and experience in guiding development. I would like to offer myself as a resourc Conflict of Interest: No Orange Unified Transportation Board Application Date: 9/24/2018 Background, education and experience relevant to this board: I was principal of Carrboro Elementary School for 27 years, and worked for the Chapel Hill- Carrboro City Schools for 30 years. I was on the Board of Aldermen in Carrboro for 9 years and served on various committees including the Orange County Visitors B Reasons for wanting to serve on this board: Conflict of Interest: 6 Page 3 of 3 Julian (Randy) Other Comments: OCS District; Applied to Schools Safety Task Force 11/17/2022 2:56:54 PM STAFF COMMENTS: Originally applied to the Unified Transportaion Advisory Committee 7/28/2005. Originally applied for O.C. Planning Board 5/22/2008. UPDATED APPLICATION 10-25-2010 FOR PLANNING BOARD. UPDATED APPLICATION 02/13/2012 FOR PLANNING BOARD. ADDRESS VERIFICATION: 3826 Riders Trail is in Bingham Township in Orange County. NEW APPLICATION 05/17/2012 TO SERVE ON OWASA BOARD. As an active citizen of Orange County I have followed the activities of the OWASA Board since its inception even attending the closing of the damn on Cane Creek. I feel I am somewhat familiar with many of the issues the Board wold be considering. I would hope I could make a contribution by representing the BOCC on the OWASA Board. This application was current on: 11/17/2022 2:56:54 PM Date Printed: 5/4/2023 7 Page 1 of 3 Kim Piracci Volunteer Application Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions Name: Kim Piracci Name Called: Home Address: 101 Flamingo Rd. Durham NC 27705 Phone: 919-260-3686 Email: piraccik@gmail.com Year of OC Residence: 1996 Township of Residence: Eno Zone of Residence: County Gender Identity: Female Ethnic Background: White Age Range: 60+ Community Activities/Organizational Memberships: I currently serve on the Commission for the Environment. This is my 6th and final year. In those years I have served as Chair and Vice Chair. I am involved in Durham s Third Act group, which is led nationally by Bill McGibbon. Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards: The Commission for the Environment, as stated earlier. I also served for six years on the Orange County Planning Board. Boards/Commissions applied for: Orange Water& Sewer Authority Board of Directors 1. Please describe, generally, your reasons for wanting to serve on the OWASA Board of Directors. I see fresh, clean water availability as a major upcoming concern. I'd like to serve because I understand many of these issues and would like to help solve them, if possible. I enjoy doing research, learning new science and sharing that information. 2a. Please list/explain your experience, either professionally and/or from other boards/commissions that you have in the areas of budget, personnel, and management. From 2005 to 2019 1 owned an independent jewelry appraisal business. My work plan was different from most jewelry appraisers because I worked in an office, which included a professional gemological laboratory. My customers came to my office, rather than a jewelry store, where they could receive the most impartial and accurate appraisal of value possible. I would not allow myself to be influenced by jewelers, auctioneers, independent sellers, insurance companies, or anyone else. As a business owner, I learned and became familiar with much more than gemology and appraisal science. I learned about budgeting and accounting, marketing and advertisement, and managing the many different types of personalities that I encountered. I recognize that my small business compares lightly to a large organization like OSAWA. However, I came to learn that there are always concerns that are not immediately recognizable to the everyday observer. I m certain the board members confront many such concerns. 8 Page 2 of 3 Kim Piracci 2b. In addition to the experience listed in the question above, please list the work/volunteer experience/qualifications that would add to your expertise for this board. My work history overwhelmingly consists of retail work in small businesses. I operated my own business for fourteen years. I started and was initial chair for a Toastmasters group in Chape Hill. In the four years I was involved, I served several different leadership positions. I started the Climate Reality Chapter for Orange County, NC. I served as chair for four years. We initially concentrated on climate change education, and I would like to think we made an impact in the area. Some of us gave many power point presentations to many groups. We organized monthy meetings with speakers on many topics related to the environment. Later, we began organizing events such as the Carrboro Earth Day Event and the Electric Vehicle Rodeo. I was the person who first brought the idea of a resolution for Orange County to be 100%fossil fuel free in 2017. It was an idea started by the 350.org group. I took the resolution to Renee Price, my representative on the BOCC. She advised me to take it to the Commission for the Environment. That group, with staff, actually strengthened the resolution. They approved it, as did the BOCC and I believe it acts as a guiding document for the current BOCC. I have worked with other organizations and held leadership positions, but these are my most current roles. 3. What do you understand OWASA's role to be regarding issues of growth and development? I see the availability of healthy water as a limiting factor to growth and development. I am aware of the recent 50 year plan choice to tap into Jordan Lake water as needed. I know this was a difficult and important decision to make. 4. What do do you hope to accomplish if appointed? I'm concerned about PFAS and PFOAS in the environment. I believe forcing the water companies to treat the problem would be a mistake, though at first blush it looks like the right decision. If my bath rub was overflowing, I could lay towels down on the floor and get a bucket to empty the water. Or I could simply turn off the faucet. So it is with forever chemicals, they must be stopped at the source. 5. Please indicate your availability to attend regularly scheduled meetings. I am currently retired and have no commitments, except for the CFE meetings on the second Monday of the month. 6. How would your participation on this board contribute to the diversity of viewpoints? I am a privileged white woman. I believe I am different from most people in my level of empathy for, and commitment to, the environment. When I use the word environment, I mean the living, breathing ecosystem where each participant is an important part of the whole. Minerals, snakes and spiders, water and people are part of the environment. I grew up living under the poverty level and I believe that gives me a level of compassion for certain segments of society that some others may not have. Boards/Commissions appointments: Commission for the Environment Application Date: 10/30/2017 Background, education and experience relevant to this board: have a BS in Family Services from Plattsburgh State University, Magna Cum Laude. The degree required all of the basic sciences, so I have a fundamental understanding of chemistry, biology and trigonometry. I later earned a Graduate Gemologist Diploma fr 9 Page 3 of 3 Kim Piracci Reasons for wanting to serve on this board: I am extremely concerned about pollution, climate change and climate justice. They may seem like three different issues but they are not. One can not be considered without an understanding of how the other two issues are impacted. Pollution creation contr Conflict of Interest: No. I am unable to think of any possible confict of interest. Orange County Planning Board Application Date: 2/11/2014 Background, education and experience relevant to this board: Reasons for wanting to serve on this board: Conflict of Interest: Other Comments: This application was current on: 4/10/2023 10:01:43 AM Date Printed: 4/17/2023 10 Page 1 of 2 Kay Wright Volunteer Application Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions Name: Ms Kay Wright Name Called: Home Address: 113 Providence Glen Dr Chapel Hill NC 27514 Phone: 954-218-2323 Email: wrightkayh@yahoo.com Year of OC Residence: 2019 Township of Residence: Chapel Hill Zone of Residence: C.H. City Limits Gender Identity: Female Ethnic Background: White Age Range: 60+ Community Activities/Organizational Memberships: LWV of Orange,Durham,Chatham counties Common of NC Seymour Senior Center activities Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards: None thus far. Boards/Commissions applied for: Orange County Housing Authority Please explain how your background, education and experience is relevant to this board I have a Master's in Education - Mental Health Counseling and a BA in Social Work. My employment experience was with low income people who have significant housing problems observed in my many years of home visits. Please explain your reasons for wanting to serve on this board I would like to give back to the community and increase my knowledge of issues/concerns regarding local concerns. How would your particpation on this board contribute to the diversity of viewpoints? I would provide a mature viewpoint plus incites from years working with low income people. Do you have any personal or business interest(s) that could create a conflict of interest (either real or perceived) if you are appointed to this board? Board of Social Services Please explain how your background, education and experience is relevant to this board Please see above in the Housing section. I was employed as a Fuel Assistance caseworker. I determined eligibility for SNAP benefits and helped people obtain those benefits plus disability benefits, etc. 11 Page 2 of 2 Kay Wright Please explain your reasons for wanting to serve on this board I would like to serve the community. How would your particpation on this board contribute to the diversity of viewpoints? I have a personal employment background over many years. Do you have any personal or business interest(s)that could create a conflict of interest (either real or perceived) if you are appointed to this board? Orange Water&Sewer Authority Board of Directors 1. Please describe, generally, your reasons for wanting to serve on the OWASA Board of Directors. I want to learn more about water and sewer issues as related to population growth in the area. I feel I have a good background by having a Master s degree and past participation on community boards. 2a. Please list/explain your experience, either professionally and/or from other boards/commissions that you have in the areas of budget, personnel, and management. I served on the Funds Distribution Committee for the United Way where we awarded funds based on performance. I was President of The Literacy Volunteers of America in my community which involved annual budgets including hiring staff. 2b. In addition to the experience listed in the question above, please list the work/volunteer experience/qualifications that would add to your expertise for this board. I monitored the meeting of a similar board which was tasked with water and sewer issues as part of LWV. I was on the board of a local LWV. 3. What do you understand OWASA's role to be regarding issues of growth and development? I assume growth and development have a huge impact on current and future concerns including the impacts of climate change. I do not have current knowledge of OWASA s role. I would guess the board alerts the communities in Orange County of the future impacts. 4. What do do you hope to accomplish if appointed? I hope to be a contributing member of the board. 5. Please indicate your availability to attend regularly scheduled meetings. I am available to attend regularly scheduled meetings plus any special meetings. I am retired. 6. How would your participation on this board contribute to the diversity of viewpoints? I have lived in several other states including Florida prior to moving to Chapel Hill. We might face a 1000 years rainfall in the future as Florida did last week. Continued development may impact future problems with providing water, sewer and other services. Boards/Commissions appointments: Other Comments: This application was current on: 4/19/2023 2:54:58 PM Date Printed: 4/21/2023 12 Board and Commission Members And Vacant Positions Orange Water & Sewer Authority Board of Directors Meeting Times: 6:00 pm Second Thursday of every month Contact Person:Andrea Orbich Meeting Place: OWASA Community Room Contact Phone: 919-968-4421 Positions: 9 Length:3 years Terms: 2 Description: <div>The Board of Commissioners appoints two members.&nbsp;This board adopts OWASA's annual budget,approves bond issues to fund capital projects,makes policy decisions,and sets rates,fees,and charges based on cost-of-service principles.The Board also appoints an Executive Director,independent Auditor,and General Counsel.</div> Ms. Jo Leslie Eimers 1 First Appointed: 06/19/2018 Gender Identity: Female Township: Eno Current Appointment: 05/04/2021 Ethnic Background: White Residency Req: County Expiration: 06/30/2024 Age Range: 60+ Special Repr: County Number of Terms: 2 Raymond(Ray) DuBose 2 First Appointed: 06/06/2017 Gender Identity: Male Township: Bingham Current Appointment: 05/14/2020 Ethnic Background: White Residency Req: County Expiration: 06/30/2023 Age Range: Special Repr: County Number of Terms: 2 Monday,May 22,2023 Page 1 13 Applicant Interest Listing by Board Name and by Applicant Name Contact Person: Andrea Orbich Orange Water & Sewer Authority Board of'Directors Contact Phone: 919-968-4421 Julian (Randy) Marshall Gender Identity: Male Date Applied: 05/04/2023 Ethnic Background: White Township: Bingham Age Range: 60+ Zone of Residence: County Also Serves On: Orange Unified Transportation Board Kim Piracci Gender Identity: Female Date Applied: 04/10/2023 Ethnic Background: White Township: Eno Age Range: 60+ Zone of Residence: County Also Serves On: Commission for the Environment Ms Kay Wright Gender Identity: Female Date Applied: 04/19/2023 Ethnic Background: White Township: Chapel Hill Age Range: 60+ Zone of Residence: C.H.City Limits Also Serves On: Tuesday,May 23,2023 Page 1 of 1