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HomeMy WebLinkAboutAgenda 02-15-24; 10 - Orange County Parks and Recreation Council - Appointment Discussion 1 ORANGE COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS ACTION AGENDA ITEM ABSTRACT Meeting Date: February 15, 2024 Action Agenda Item No. 10 SUBJECT: Orange County Parks and Recreation Council — Appointment Discussion DEPARTMENT: Board of Commissioners ATTACHMENT(S): INFORMATION CONTACT: Recommendation Clerk's Office, 919-245-2130 Member and Applicant Summary Sheet Application of Person Recommended Applications of Other Applicants Membership Roster Applicant Interest List PURPOSE: To discuss an appointment to the Orange County Parks and Recreation Council. BACKGROUND: The Orange County Parks and Recreation Council consults with and advises the Department of Environment, Agriculture, Parks and Recreation, and the Board of County Commissioners on matters affecting parks planning, development and operation; recreation facilities, policies and programs; and public trails and open space. The Board of County Commissioners appoints all twelve (12) members with representatives from each of the county's townships plus its municipalities, as well as two (2) non-voting youth delegates. The following individual is recommended for Board consideration: NAME POSITION TYPE OF EXPIRATION DESCRIPTION APPOINTMENT DATE TERM Casey Collins Hillsborough Township Partial Term 03/31/2025 If the individual listed above is appointed, the following vacancies remain: POSITION EXPIRATION VACANCY INFORMATION DESIGNATION DATE At-Large 03/31/2025 Vacant since 12/12/2023 2 Little River 03/31/2026 Vacant since 08/18/2023 Township 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 an appointment to the Orange County Parks and Recreation Council. 3 CuwW e w J a & and J9&xAeatwn eotawd PO Box 8181, 1020 US HWY 70 W, Hillsborough, NC (919) 245-2510 December 15,2023 Board of County Commissioners PO Box 8181 Hillsborough,NC 27278 Re: Recommended Appointment The Orange County Parks and Recreation Council(PRC) discussed its vacant Hillsborough Township position(seat#2), at their meeting on December 6, and recommends that applicant Casey Collins be appointed to the Hillsborough Township position previously held by Rebecca Truluck. Thank you for your consideration of this appointment. Sincerely, Natalie Ziemba, Chair Parks and Recreation Council Copies: Andrea Zimmerman,Vice-Chair Parks and Recreation Council David Stancil,DEAPR Director 4 Orange County Parks and Recreation Council Board Members and Applicants Name Member or Applicant? Gender Identity Race/Ethnic Background Age Range Township Also Serves on Christopher Colvin Member Male White 35-59 Chapel Hill Natalie C.Ziemba Member Female White 18-34 Hillsborough Xilong Zhao Member Male Asian American 35-59 Chapel Hill Mikki Fleming Member Female White 60+ Cheeks Andrea Zimmerman Member Female White 35-59 Chapel Hill Louise Flinn Member Female White 35-59 Bingham Roderick Jones Member Male African American 35-59 Hillsborough Gina Reyman Member Female White Eno Tevor Robinson Member Choose not to disclose Other 18-34 Eno Lilly Kohout Member(non-voting youth Female White 13-17 Chapel Hill delegate) Grayson Shinn Member(non-voting youth Male White 13-17 Cheeks delegate) VACANT VACANT VACANT Casey Collins Applicant Female White 35-59 Hillsborough Michael Delafiled Applicant Male White 35-59 Chapel Hill Animal Services Advisory Board Animal Services Hearing Panel Pool Matthew Ferguson Applicant Male White 18-34 Bingham Affordable Housing Advisory Board Gregory Husketh Applicant Male White 35-59 Hillsborough Gene Owen Applicant Male White 60+ Chapel Hill Allen B.Parker Applicant Male White 35-59 Cheeks Emery Polk Applicant(youth) Female White 13-17 Chapel Hill Shahnaz Gigi Rashdi Applicant Female Asian American 60+ Eno Eric Raznik Applicant Male White 35-59 Hillsborough Will D.Spoon Applicant Male Other 35-59 Hillsborough Robert Zurek Applicant Male White 60+ Eno 5 Page 1 of 2 Casey Collins Volunteer Application Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions Name: Ms Casey Collins Name Called: Home Address: 113 Collins Ave. Hillsborough NC 27278 Phone: 336-212-1445 Email: caseypcollins@gmail.com Year of OC Residence: 2016 Township of Residence: Hillsborough Zone of Residence: Hillsborough Town Limits Gender Identity: Female Ethnic Background: White Age Range: 35-59 Community Activities/Organizational Memberships: I am a landscape designer running my small business from a studio space in downtown Hillsborough. I am the chair of the Hillsborough Tree Board in my fourth year of service and have contributed proposals for reforestation projects and public art projects through the town that were met with support but unfortunately slowed considerably during Covid. I have two young children, one of whom plays Orange County soccer. I m interested in public spaces and the opportunities they present in their ability to connect humans to an ecologically robust natural environment. Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards: No County Boards. Boards/Commissions applied for: Orange County Parks and Recreation Council Background, education and experience relevant to this board: I graduated from Chapel Hill High School in 2002. 1 earned an English Cultural Studies degree from McGill University and a Masters in Landscape Architecture from the University of Edinburgh. After working in the UK for several years I returned to Orange County(Hillsborough) six years ago. I worked as a gardener at Montrose Gardens and started my own landscape design business five years ago when my daughter was born. I work primarily on residential projects but have consulted on several public realm projects. I am currently the chair of the Hillsborough Tree Board in my fourth year of service. As a designer, resident and parent living in Orange County I m interested in contributing to the development of our public spaces with a specific focus on sustainability and examining the way humans interact with our natural landscapes. Reasons for wanting to serve on this board: I am interested in learning more about the county processes and procedures and contributing to the development of our public spaces on this scale. I feel passionately that our public spaces should support both human activity and our ecology. I believe that Parks and Recreation boards can serve a critical role in connecting us to our environment in a powerful and lasting way. 6 Page 2 of 2 Casey Collins Contribution to the diversity of viewpoints on this board: I am a small business owner, a mother of two young children and a very climate conscious citizen. Conflict of Interest: Boards/Commissions appointments: Other Comments: This application was current on: 9/9/2022 10:17:16 AM Date Printed: 9/9/2022 7 Page 1 of 2 Michael Delafield Volunteer Application Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions Name: Mr. Michael Delafield Name Called: Home Address: 102 Saddle Ridge Rd Chapel Hill NC 27514 Phone: 919-616-3471 Email: mikedelafield@gmail.com Year of OC Residence: 2022 Township of Residence: Chapel Hill Zone of Residence: C.H. City Limits Gender Identity: Male Ethnic Background: White Age Range: 35-59 Community Activities/Organizational Memberships: Orange County Animal Services Advisory Board Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards: Orange County Animal Services Advisory Board Boards/Commissions applied for: Orange County Parks and Recreation Council Background, education and experience relevant to this board: I'm an attorney with 20+ years experience in public education, including the past 10 as an attorney with the UNC System. I've represented public boards and participated on numerous committees working on public policy and administrative projects. Reasons for wanting to serve on this board: I think that preserving and improving our parks and public spaces is critical work that benefits all citizens. Making sure that such work is properly resourced, and that those resources are equitably distributed across Orange County, is important for the health and welfare of the people who live here, and is necessary to ensure that Orange County will continue to be an attractive location for families and businesses. Contribution to the diversity of viewpoints on this board: I'm relatively new to Orange County, having moved to Chapel Hill from Durham in April 2022, so I may have a bit of an outsiders perspective. Also, as an attorney, I may bring some expertise that may not currently exist on the board. Conflict of Interest: 8 Page 2 of 2 Michael Delafield Human Relations Commission Background, education and experience relevant to this board: See above. I have also been involved in equity, diversity and inclusion initiatives, including drafting and implementing policies designed to increase diversity and cross-cultural understanding. Reasons for wanting to serve on this board: Increasing cross-cultural awareness, equity, and diversity is perhaps the most important responsibility of public bodies in today s world. Fostering collaborative and constructive dialogue between diverse groups with differing agendas is difficult but crucial. I'd like the opportunity to help do this work across Orange County. Contribution to the diversity of viewpoints on this board: Diversity of viewpoints is critical in any public endeavor, and especially this one. While I identify as a straight white male, I am constantly striving to better my understanding of the stories and life experiences of those different from myself. Conflict of Interest: Animal Services Hearing Panel Pool Background, education and experience relevant to this board: I am an attorney and I have exerience with administrative hearings in a number of settings. Reasons for wanting to serve on this board: As a member of the Animal Advisory Board, I think it is important to be involved in this process. Contribution to the diversity of viewpoints on this board: As an attorney, I am trained to review and analysis facts and evidence dispassionately and analytically. I am a dog owner, but I feel strongly about the need for dog owners to act responsibly with regard to the training and care for their animals. Conflict of Interest: Boards/Commissions appointments: Animal Services Advisory Board Application Date: 8/29/2022 Background, education and experience relevant to this board: See above. Also a pet owner and animal lover for many years. Reasons for wanting to serve on this board: I'd like to do something in public service in Orange County. The issues surrounding the county s animal populations are important not only for the health and welfare of the animals, but also for making Orange County a safe place to live and work. Conflict of Interest: Other Comments: This application was current on: 3/7/2023 11:46:33 AM Date Printed: 3/9/2023 9 Page 1 of 2 Matthew Ferguson Volunteer Application Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions Name: Mr. Matthew Ferguson Name Called: Home Address: 4906 Silver Fox Lane Efland NC 27243 Phone: 704-773-5165 Email: matthewbrooksferguson@gmail.com Year of OC Residence: 2022 Township of Residence: Bingham Zone of Residence: County Gender Identity: Male Ethnic Background: White Age Range: 18-34 Community Activities/Organizational Memberships: Teacher at Orange High Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards: N/a Boards/Commissions applied for: Affordable Housing Advisory Board Please explain how your background, education and experience is relevant to this board I was born and raised in NC from a middle class family. For college I went to school to study Biology at NC State. After graduation I like many young people today faced challenges finding housing. My wife and I originally lived in RTP but were priced out, and were lucky to find a nice home for us here in Orange. Since moving here I have served as a teacher at Orange High and have seen first hand the impact improper housing has had on my students, and would like to get involved. Please explain your reasons for wanting to serve on this board I believe housing is one of those most important issues facing society as a whole today. Not having affordable housing impacts many facets of life from; occupation availability, health, savings, etc. Additionally as someone who has had trouble finding affordable housing I know the importance of this board, and its job. By serving on this board I wish to have an impact on one of the pressing issues for the community. How would your particpation on this board contribute to the diversity of viewpoints? As a newcomer to the area as last year I can bring a fresh perspective that can differ from those who have are born and raised in Orange. Additionally as someone who has struggled with finding housing and as someone who directly works with people impacted by housing, I believe I bring a important perspective. 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? None 10 Page 2 of 2 Matthew Ferguson Commission for the Environment Please explain how your background, education and experience is relevant to this board I was born and raised in NC from a middle class family. For college I went to school to study Biology at NC State. At NC State, I worked on aquaponics projects, and on conservation projects. Currently I serve as a teacher and Orange High where I teach the next generation Earth & Environmental Science. Please explain your reasons for wanting to serve on this board My interest on serving on the board is twofold. First I believe the nature present in Orange is one of the things that makes life here so amazing. Protecting it should be our goal just not for our physical health but are mental health as well. Additionally serving on the commission will allow me to talk to my students about ongoing concerns in their area and to educate them on how local government impacts them. How would your particpation on this board contribute to the diversity of viewpoints? As a newcomer to the area as last year I can bring a fresh perspective that can differ from those who have are born and raised in Orange. 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? None Orange County Parks and Recreation Council Please explain how your background, education and experience is relevant to this board I was born and raised in NC from a middle class family. For college I went to school to study Biology at NC State. At NC State, I worked on aquaponics projects. With the aquaponics project we developed from scratch and maintained this public display. Currently I serve as a teacher and Orange High where I teach the next generation Earth & Environmental Science. Please explain your reasons for wanting to serve on this board As my wife and I try having kids I would like to have a place for my children and other children to experience the outdoors. Maintaining &developing these areas are key to the well-being of the residents. Additionally creating more public spaces in in the Bingham township would be beneficial for our community out here, and I would like to voice the concern. How would your particpation on this board contribute to the diversity of viewpoints? As a newcomer to the area as last year I can bring a fresh perspective that can differ from those who have are born and raised in Orange. 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? None Boards/Commissions appointments: Other Comments: This application was current on: 4/24/2023 1:18:36 AM Date Printed: 4/25/2023 11 Page 1 of 2 Gregory Husketh Volunteer Application Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions Name: Mr. Gregory Husketh Name Called: Home Address: 903 Ingram Ct. Hillsborough NC 27278 Phone: 984-484-4756 Email: ghusketh5@gmail.com Year of OC Residence: 2014 Township of Residence: Hillsborough Zone of Residence: Hillsborough Town Limits Gender Identity: Male Ethnic Background: White Age Range: 35-59 Community Activities/Organizational Memberships: Cub Scouts Pack 449 (son) Flag Football - Central Rec Center (Assistant Coach) Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards: N/A Boards/Commissions applied for: Orange County Parks and Recreation Council Please explain how your background, education and experience is relevant to this board I have an (almost) 8-year-old son and a wife who is a teacher. I have been a recruiter for the last 10 years and have worked from home for the last 4. 1 have a Bachelor s Degree in Industrial Technology. More than anything, I'd like to play a larger role in my community. I've also helped coach a few Little League teams and enjoy helping whenever possible. Please explain your reasons for wanting to serve on this board I have lived in the community with my family for 9 years. We appreciate the role that Parks and Rec plays and I want to contribute if possible. How would your particpation on this board contribute to the diversity of viewpoints? I am always open to other viewpoints and team discussions. I've lived in multiple communities and can give some outside perspective to the board. 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 County Planning Board Please explain how your background, education and experience is relevant to this board It would be interesting to be an internal part of planning to get a sense of the direction of the county. Please explain your reasons for wanting to serve on this board 12 Page 2 of 2 Gregory Husketh I have lived in the community with my family for 9 years. We appreciate the role that these boards play and I want to contribute if possible. How would your particpation on this board contribute to the diversity of viewpoints? I am always open to other viewpoints and team discussions. I've lived in multiple communities and can give some outside perspective to the board. 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? Boards/Commissions appointments: Other Comments: This application was current on: 10/17/2023 11:46:19 AM Date Printed: 10/19/2023 13 Page 1 of 3 Gene Owen Volunteer Application Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions Name: Mr. Gene Owen Name Called: Home Address: 508 Bennett Orchard Trail Chapel Hill NC 27516 Phone: 832-794-0168 Email: oilbunk@swbell.net Year of OC Residence: 2022 Township of Residence: Chapel Hill Zone of Residence: County Gender Identity: Male Ethnic Background: White Age Range: 60+ Community Activities/Organizational Memberships: have not yet joined any organizations, but am starting to look at some. Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards: None Boards/Commissions applied for: Orange Unified Transportation Board Please explain how your background, education and experience is relevant to this board I am a retired senior executive from the energy industry with over 40 years of experience in that field. I was involved in such issues as strategic planning, budgeting , HR and P/L responsibility for my company. Part of my business mandate included the operational and logistical aspect of moving commodities by a variety of modes of transportation. Early in my career I was involved in Transportation planning, from an energy conservation point of view, for a state agency in New Jersey. My graduate studies was in Urban Planning and I wrote and studied, a long time ago, the possible impact of what is now known as "work from home" on the need to invest in transportation infrastructure Please explain your reasons for wanting to serve on this board I have only been living in Chapel Hill for a little over a year. I have become aware of the intense interest among citizens throughout Orange County that growth needs to be thoughtfully planned out and implemented with the goal to providing a balance between the need to support economic growth and maintaining a high quality of living for residents, employers and employees. How would your particpation on this board contribute to the diversity of viewpoints? I have lived in areas that have been highly dependent on the automobile as the only means of transit (Texas for over 30 years and the NY metropolitan area) and have seen and experienced both good and bad aspects of Transportation planning and how communities are impacted. I believe that I can bring am impartial point of view to discussions and look to help achieve consensus on the issues that are brought to the board. I am looking forward to being more informed about local issues and would like to add my voice to the discussions. 14 Page 2 of 3 Gene Owen 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? I do not have any real or perceived personal or business conflicts of interest if I am appointed to this board. Orange County Parks and Recreation Council Please explain how your background, education and experience is relevant to this board I have recently retired from a career in the Energy industry. I held a series of senior executive positions where I deal with such issues as strategic planning, budgeting, financial planning, investment decision making among other things. I attended graduate school at NYU in the1070's and have a degree in Urban Planning. However, my career was not focused on Urban planning, but I developed analytical skills that benefited me through out my work career. Please explain your reasons for wanting to serve on this board I have only been living in Chapel Hill for a little over a year after spending the last 30 plus years living in the Houston, Tx area.. One of the reasons my wife and I moved to this area is the abundance of places to go to enjoy outdoor activities. I would appreciate the opportunity to be involved in. How would your particpation on this board contribute to the diversity of viewpoints? Being from outside the area and comin from a part of the country that did not have a robust planning function for Parks and Recreation, i can appreciate the opportunity to participate in the planning process. Also being new to the area, I have no particular bias as to what is a good or bad proposal, and can look at issues with fresh eyes and an "outsiders:" perspective. I however, I am keen to move from being an uninformed outsider to an engaged local citizen. 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? I do not have any real or perceived personal or business conflicts of interest if I am 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. A long time ago I pursued a career in the Urban Planning field. I have always been interested in understanding the issues that result in development of an area. One area that has significant impact on development is water and sewer resources. I am new to the area and would like to help in guiding the use of this valuable resource. 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 have not served on any boards, but I was the President/CEO of a division of an international company for many years. In that position I dealt with all issues in running a business, from budgeting, HR, career development, collaboration with other divisions of my company, marketing, etc. 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 did volunteer work in Houston, TX for the SBA after I retired. This ended with the start of the Covid pandemic. I always like to hear different points of view regarding a problem or issue and strive to find consensus in making my decisions. I also am very familiar with quality and quantity testing which was very important to my job and is very critical to water quality and wastewater treatment strategies 15 Page 3 of 3 Gene Owen 3. What do you understand OWASA's role to be regarding issues of growth and development? Long term planning of water resources in Orange County. This is not just drinking water and other non potable water, but also wastewater management 4. What do do you hope to accomplish if appointed? Bring experience in running a very complicated business. Giving back to the community in a way that is both fair and balanced 5. Please indicate your availability to attend regularly scheduled meetings. I should be available at that time on a regular basis 6. How would your participation on this board contribute to the diversity of viewpoints? Being new to the area I would hope that I can bring an objective point of view to issues and long term plans that fall under the purview of the Board Boards/Commissions appointments: Other Comments: This application was current on: 12/1/2023 5:11:45 PM Date Printed: 1/2/2024 16 Page 1 of 2 Allen B. Parker Volunteer Application Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions Name: Allen B. Parker Name Called: Home Address: 3707 Carrington Ln. Efland NC 27243 Phone: 919-697-0143 Email: nc_parkers@mac.com Year of OC Residence: Township of Residence: Cheeks Zone of Residence: County Gender Identity: Male Ethnic Background: White Age Range: 35-59 Community Activities/Organizational Memberships: Union Grove UMC - member Camp Chestnut Ridge - past director, active supporter Boy Scout Troop 822 - past Asst Scoutmaster Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards: Not at the local level. Boards/Commissions applied for: Advisory Board on Aging Please explain how your background, education and experience is relevant to this board 20 years as a financial advisor with Edward Jones Please explain your reasons for wanting to serve on this board The resources, challenges, and support networks for seniors figure prominently in my daily client conversations. How would your particpation on this board contribute to the diversity of viewpoints? I interact with people of every identity on a daily basis in my professional, social, and family circles 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? None that I'm aware of. Orange County Parks and Recreation Council Please explain how your background, education and experience is relevant to this board Past Director of Camp Chestnut Ridge Finance & Investment Committee Member, Triangle Land Conservancy Please explain your reasons for wanting to serve on this board 17 Page 2 of 2 Allen B. Parker As an avid trail runner and active supporter of the Triangle Land Conservancy, I enjoy the spaces we've set aside for recreation and healthy communities. How would your particpation on this board contribute to the diversity of viewpoints? I interact with people of every identity on a daily basis in my professional, social, and family circles 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? None that I can think of Boards/Commissions appointments: Other Comments: This application was current on: 2/8/2022 Date Printed: 2/5/2024 18 Page 1 of 2 Shahnaz GiGi Rashdi Volunteer Application Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions Name: Shahnaz GiGi Rashdi Name Called: Home Address: 144 Vireo Ln. Hillsborough NC 27278 Phone: 919-245-3135 Email: nazrashdi144@gmail.com Year of OC Residence: 2010 Township of Residence: Eno Zone of Residence: County Gender Identity: Female Ethnic Background: Asian American Age Range: 60+ Community Activities/Organizational Memberships: Master gardener - senior center volunteer Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards: None Boards/Commissions applied for: Advisory Board on Aging Please explain how your background, education and experience is relevant to this board I have done my masters and was teaching at a women's college. I know how difficult it is to be dependent after being in control economically and physically. Please explain your reasons for wanting to serve on this board Because I am 78 and know the ups and downs of aging gracefully and the pockets where the government can help. How would your particpation on this board contribute to the diversity of viewpoints? Open to anything that may help anyone in difficult circumstances. 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? None Affordable Housing Advisory Board Please explain how your background, education and experience is relevant to this board I have run a dry cleaning business for 40 years and faced a lot of discrimination. Please explain your reasons for wanting to serve on this board I am a positive, open-minded person and have learned to accept and appreciate hard work and perseverance. How would your particpation on this board contribute to the diversity of viewpoints? 19 Page 2 of 2 Shahnaz GiGi Rashdi Gone through hard times so I am able to empathize with people's circumstances. 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? None Orange County Parks and Recreation Council Please explain how your background, education and experience is relevant to this board I have taken the master gardeners course. Very much involved in planting fruit trees and flowers that are native. Please explain your reasons for wanting to serve on this board Would love to advise on sustainable gardening and native plants. How would your particpation on this board contribute to the diversity of viewpoints? Would accept all points of view and help wherever I can. 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? None Boards/Commissions appointments: Other Comments: This application was current on: 10/17/2023 Date Printed: 10/19/2023 20 Page 1 of 2 Eric Raznick Volunteer Application Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions Name: Mr Eric Raznick Name Called: Home Address: 1913 East Chapman Court Hillsborough NC 27278 Phone: 415-370-3257 Email: eraznick@gmail.com Year of OC Residence: 2015 Township of Residence: Hillsborough Zone of Residence: County Gender Identity: Male Ethnic Background: White Age Range: 35-59 Community Activities/Organizational Memberships: I retired last year. I occasionally volunteer for the Food Bank (could do a lot more). I am a member of the Sportsplex to use the fitness center. Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards: I have never served on a board in Orange County Boards/Commissions applied for: Orange County Parks and Recreation Council Background, education and experience relevant to this board: I worked in California Community Colleges for over 30 years as an IT manager. I attended public meetings and was involved in numerous construction projects. I reviewed project documents and worked architects and construction teams to update buildings and infrastructure. Reasons for wanting to serve on this board: I am very interested in parks and outdoor spaces! I take daily walks and enjoy the numerous outdoor activities in our area. When my kids were growing up, my family was very involved with the local sports leagues and relied on day camps, etc. I know that parks and recs are a great public recourse! Contribution to the diversity of viewpoints on this board: I have always worked with a very diverse group of people and have always leaned much from people who come from other backgrounds. I spent decades collaborating with teams of people to achieve goals to serve the public. Conflict of Interest: 21 Page 2 of 2 Eric Raznick Hillsborough Planning Board Background, education and experience relevant to this board: I worked in California Community Colleges for over 30 years as an IT manager. I attended public meetings and was involved in numerous construction projects. I reviewed project documents and worked architects and construction teams to update buildings and infrastructure. I am currently a member of the Churton Grove HOA team that evaluates proposals for new construction in the development. Reasons for wanting to serve on this board: I love Hillsborough! I am very interested in the local history and care about how changes are affected to the town. Contribution to the diversity of viewpoints on this board: I have always worked with a very diverse group of people and have always leaned much from people who come from other backgrounds. I spent decades collaborating with teams of people to achieve goals to serve the public. Conflict of Interest: Durham Technical Community College Board of Trustees Background, education and experience relevant to this board: I retired last year from a 30 year career working in California Community Colleges. I worked as an IT manager and CTO in 3 different districts. I often attended board meetings and have made presentations to the board on IT related topics. I have also been part of the accreditation process, witting sections of the reports and responding to site visits. Reasons for wanting to serve on this board: I think community colleges are very important and I have a lot of experience in working in higher education. Contribution to the diversity of viewpoints on this board: I have always worked with a very diverse group of people and have always leaned much from people who come from other backgrounds. I spent decades collaborating with teams of people to achieve goals to serve the public. Conflict of Interest: Boards/Commissions appointments: Other Comments: This application was current on: 7/16/2022 4:58:30 PM Date Printed: 7/18/2022 22 Page 1 of 2 Will D. Spoon Volunteer Application Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions Name: Will D. Spoon Name Called: Home Address: 310 W. Queen St. Hillsborough NC 27278 Phone: 410-215-8593 Email: willspoonbiz@gmail.com Year of OC Residence: Township of Residence: Hillsborough Zone of Residence: Hillsborough Town Limits Gender Identity: Male Ethnic Background: Other Age Range: 35-59 Community Activities/Organizational Memberships: Currently on Hillsborough Historic District Commission -Volunteered previously with Hillsborough and Asheville tree boards doing i-tree surveys and urban heat mapping for town canopy projects -Work for the Nature Conservancy on NC freshwater related conservation and restoration of riverine environments -18 year US Coast Guard member (reservists now) working on emergency preparedness and disaster response Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards: No Orange County past service Boards/Commissions applied for: Orange County Parks and Recreation Council Please explain how your background, education and experience is relevant to this board -Work for the Nature Conservancy on NC freshwater related conservation and restoration of riverine environments to create state parks and green/blue ways -Extensive federal grant and contracts experience having worked at environmental NGO, Federal grant administering agency, military and NC State parks -Currently serving on NC town commission and have volunteered previously on tree boards in NC towns-Volunteered as Crescent City Kickers (soccer booster club) liaison to New Orleans City parks to coordinate outreach events to youth members -Volunteered as promoter/organizer/participant for Kingman Island Bluegrass festival in DC Please explain your reasons for wanting to serve on this board -Passion for the outdoors and the well documented public health benefits they can bring to communities -Strong advocate for smart growth and integrating outdoor public spaces into any new 23 Page 2 of 2 Will D. Spoon development -Want to give back to my home state by volunteering my time while also helping to make it a better place for my children How would your particpation on this board contribute to the diversity of viewpoints? -NC native, born and raised in the area, who has also lived in larger US cities and enjoyed involvement with larger parks and recreation programs. -Military/veteran 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? Boards/Commissions appointments: Other Comments: This application was current on: 9/22/2021 Date Printed: 2/5/2024 24 Page 1 of 2 Robert Zurek Volunteer Application Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions Name: Mr. Robert Zurek Name Called: Home Address: 204 Farm Gate Dr. Hillsborough NC 27278 Phone: 617-331-8289 Email: bobzurek@gmail.com Year of OC Residence: 2018 Township of Residence: Eno Zone of Residence: County Gender Identity: Male Ethnic Background: White Age Range: 60+ Community Activities/Organizational Memberships: Before moving to Orange County NC I served on the parks and recreation board for the town of Boxborough, MA for > 4 years helping to expand a variety of parks and recreation offerings to the community. I have also served on the board for the cable committee as well as the technology committee for the town. In addition to serving these boards, I also am a certified Therapy Dog Handler through Therapy Dog International and have provided over 250 hours of volunteer time to hospitals and universities. I am a member of Infragard a collaboration between the FBI and businesses in the US as well as a graduate of the FBI Citizens Academy. Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards: None Boards/Commissions applied for: Orange County Parks and Recreation Council Please explain how your background, education and experience is relevant to this board Bachelors of Science degree in Earth Sciences from the University of New Hampshire at Keene. Served over 4 years on the town of Boxborough, MA recreation committee before moving to Orange County. Volunteer therapy dog handler with over 250 hours of volunteer time at a variety of hospitals in MA. Please explain your reasons for wanting to serve on this board Primary reason is to help the community when it comes to advancing the parks and recreation opportunities for all. I have always loved this volunteer opportunity during my past experiences. How would your particpation on this board contribute to the diversity of viewpoints? I bring over 30 years of business leadership and have also been an advocate of diversity both in business and my persona life. 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? 25 Page 2 of 2 Robert Zurek None Durham Technical Community College Board of Trustees Please explain how your background, education and experience is relevant to this board I am a newly retired Chief Technology Officer who has started several startups that have been sold to both IBM and Oracle as well as served as the Chief Product Officer and Technology officer in both the software and infrastructure space including healthcare vertical experiences. I have also led the Customer product lines at LabCorp including patient, payer and provide solutions. Please explain your reasons for wanting to serve on this board I have a serious passion for technology and would personally enjoy helping those that share that passion and wish to advance their offerings. How would your particpation on this board contribute to the diversity of viewpoints? I bring over 30 years of business leadership and have also been an advocate of diversity both in business and my persona life. I also have a passion for bringing more female leadership into the male dominated technology space. I have a proven tracking record on this including service as a Judge and Advisor for the Code Girl program in the US. 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? None Chapel Hill Parks, Greenways and Recreation Commission Please explain how your background, education and experience is relevant to this board Our family are advid hikers and since moving to NC have explored may parks, greenways around Orange County. Our love for the outdoors is unbounded and we frequently hike, explore with our 1 year old golden retriever, My many years of park and recreation experience started as a Camp Counselor all the way through serving on the board of the Boxborough, MA parks and recreation committee until moving to NC. Please explain your reasons for wanting to serve on this board Love for the outdoors and seeking to help in any fashion to advanced and promote the beautiful trails, parks and freeways in our County. I also have a deep background in technology as well serving as Chief Technology Officer and Chief Product Officer for a variety of startups as well as larger scale companies including IBM and Oracle. How would your particpation on this board contribute to the diversity of viewpoints? I've also been an advocate of promoting diverse viewpoints through both my business background and public service background and have many example of breading diversity viewpoints in those positions. 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? None Boards/Commissions appointments: Other Comments: This application was current on: 12/10/2023 9:50:00 AM Date Printed: 12/11/2023 26 Board and Commission Members And Vacant Positions Orange County Parks and Recreation Council Meeting Times: 6:30 pm First Wednesday of every month Contact Person:David Stancil&Abby Mattingly Meeting Place: Bonnie B.Davis Environment&Agricultural Center Contact Phone: 919-245-2522 Positions: 14 Length:3 years Terms: 2 Description: Each member of the Council shall be a County resident appointed by the Orange County Board of Commissioners.The Council includes representatives from each of the county's townships plus its municipalities.This council consults with the Department of Environment,Agriculture,Parks&Recreation,and advises the Board of County Commissioners on matters including park planning,public trails and open space,and recreation facilities and programs. Christopher Colvin 1 First Appointed: 05/04/2021 Gender Identity: Male Township: Chapel Hill Current Appointment: 05/04/2021 Ethnic Background: White Residency Req: Carrboro City Limits Expiration: 03/31/2024 Age Range: 35-59 Special Repr: Number of Terms: 1 VACANT 2 First Appointed: Gender Identity: Township: Current Appointment: Ethnic Background: Residency Req: Hillsborough Twnshp Expiration: 03/31/2025 Age Range: Special Repr: Hillsborough Township Number of Terms: Natalie C. Ziemba 3 Chair First Appointed: 10/05/2021 Gender Identity: Female Township: Hillsborough Current Appointment: 10/05/2021 Ethnic Background: White Residency Req: Cedar Grove Twnsp Expiration: 03/31/2024 Age Range: 18-34 Special Repr: At-Large(formerly Cedar Grove Townshi Number of Terms: 1 Dr. Xilong Zhao 4 First Appointed: 05/14/2020 Gender Identity: Male Township: Chapel Hill Current Appointment: 05/16/2023 Ethnic Background: Asian American Residency Req: C.H.City Limits Expiration: 03/31/2026 Age Range: 35-59 Special Repr: Number of Terms: 2 VACANT 5 First Appointed: Gender Identity: Township: Current Appointment: Ethnic Background: Residency Req: At-Large Expiration: 03/31/2025 Age Range: Special Repr: At-Large Number of Terms: Mikki Fleming 6 First Appointed: 05/14/2020 Gender Identity: Female Township: Cheeks Current Appointment: 02/16/2021 Ethnic Background: White Residency Req: Cheeks Township Expiration: 03/31/2024 Age Range: 60+ Special Repr: Cheeks Township Number of Terms: 1 Friday,February 2,2024 Page 1 27 Board and Commission Members And Vacant Positions Orange County Parks and Recreation Council Meeting Times: 6:30 pm First Wednesday of every month Contact Person:David Stancil&Abby Mattingly Meeting Place: Bonnie B.Davis Environment&Agricultural Center Contact Phone: 919-245-2522 Positions: 14 Length:3 years Terms: 2 Andrea Zimmerman 7 Vice-Chair First Appointed: 09/20/2022 Gender Identity: Female Township: Chapel Hill Current Appointment: 05/16/2023 Ethnic Background: White Residency Req: Chapel Hill Twnshp Expiration: 03/31/2026 Age Range: 35-59 Special Repr: Chapel Hil Township Number of Terms: 1 VACANT 8 First Appointed: Gender Identity: Township: Current Appointment: Ethnic Background: Residency Req: Little River Township Expiration: 03/31/2026 Age Range: Special Repr: Little River Township Number of Terms: Ms. Louise Flinn 9 First Appointed: 05/16/2023 Gender Identity: Female Township: Bingham Current Appointment: 05/16/2023 Ethnic Background: White Residency Req: Bingham Township Expiration: 03/31/2026 Age Range: 35-59 Special Repr: Bingham Township Number of Terms: 1 Roderick Jones 10 First Appointed: 05/24/2022 Gender Identity: Male Township: Hillsborough Current Appointment: 09/20/2022 Ethnic Background: African American Residency Req: Hillsborough Town Limits Expiration: 09/30/2025 Age Range: 35-59 Special Repr: Number of Terms: 1 Ms. Gina Reyman 11 First Appointed: 06/06/2017 Gender Identity: Female Township: Eno Current Appointment: 12/06/2021 Ethnic Background: White Residency Req: Eno Township Expiration: 12/31/2024 Age Range: Special Repr: Eno Township Number of Terms: 2 Mr. Trevor Robinson 12 First Appointed: 05/16/2023 Gender Identity: Choose not to disclo Township: Eno Current Appointment: 05/16/2023 Ethnic Background: Other Residency Req: At-Large Expiration: 03/31/2025 Age Range: 18-34 Special Repr: At-Large Number of Terms: Friday,February 2,2024 Page 2 28 Board and Commission Members And Vacant Positions Orange County Parks and Recreation Council Meeting Times: 6:30 pm First Wednesday of every month Contact Person:David Stancil&Abby Mattingly Meeting Place: Bonnie B.Davis Environment&Agricultural Center Contact Phone: 919-245-2522 Positions: 14 Length:3 years Terms: 2 Lilly Kohout 13 First Appointed: 10/17/2023 Gender Identity: Female Township: Chapel Hill Current Appointment: 10/17/2023 Ethnic Background: White Residency Req: At-Large Expiration: 12/31/2025 Age Range: 13-17 Special Repr: Youth Member(non-voting) Number of Terms: 1 Grayson Shinn 14 First Appointed: 05/16/2023 Gender Identity: Male Township: Cheeks Current Appointment: 05/16/2023 Ethnic Background: White Residency Req: Expiration: 03/31/2026 Age Range: 13-17 Special Repr: Youth Member(non-voting) Number of Terms: 1 Friday,February 2,2024 Page 3 29 Applicant Interest Listing by Board Name and by Applicant Name Contact Person: David Stancil&Abby Mattingly Orange County Parks and Recreation Council Contact Phone: 919-245-2522 Ms Casey Collins Gender Identity: Female Date Applied: 09/09/2022 Ethnic Background: White Township: Hillsborough Age Range: 35-59 Zone of Residence: Hillsborough Town Limits Also Serves On: Mr. Michael Delafield Gender Identity: Male Date Applied: 03/07/2023 Ethnic Background: White Township: Chapel Hill Age Range: 35-59 Zone of Residence: C.H.City Limits Also Serves On: Animal Services Advisory Board Also Serves On: Animal Services Hearing Panel Pool Mr. Matthew Ferguson Gender Identity: Male Date Applied: 04/24/2023 Ethnic Background: White Township: Bingham Age Range: 18-34 Zone of Residence: County Also Serves On: Affordable Housing Advisory Board Mr. Gregory Husketh Gender Identity: Male Date Applied: 10/17/2023 Ethnic Background: White Township: Hillsborough Age Range: 35-59 Zone of Residence: Hillsborough Town Limits Also Serves On: Mr. Gene Owen Gender Identity: Male Date Applied: 12/01/2023 Ethnic Background: White Township: Chapel Hill Age Range: 60+ Zone of Residence: County Also Serves On: Friday,February 2,2024 Page 1 of 2 30 Applicant Interest Listing by Board Name and by Applicant Name Contact Person: David Stancil&Abby Mattingly Orange County Parks and Recreation Council Contact Phone: 919-245-2522 Allen B. Parker Gender Identity: Male Date Applied: 02/08/2022 Ethnic Background: White Township: Cheeks Age Range: 35-59 Zone of Residence: County Also Serves On: Emery Polk Gender Identity: Female Date Applied: 08/13/2022 Ethnic Background: White Township: Chapel Hill Age Range: 13-17 Zone of Residence: Carrboro City Limits Also Serves On: Shahnaz GiGi Rashdi Gender Identity: Female Date Applied: 10/17/2023 Ethnic Background: Asian American Township: Eno Age Range: 60+ Zone of Residence: County Also Serves On: Mr Eric Raznick Gender Identity: Male Date Applied: 07/16/2022 Ethnic Background: White Township: Hillsborough Age Range: 35-59 Zone of Residence: County Also Serves On: Will D. Spoon Gender Identity: Male Date Applied: 09/22/2021 Ethnic Background: Other Township: Hillsborough Age Range: 35-59 Zone of Residence: Hillsborough Town Limits Also Serves On: Mr. Robert Zurek Gender Identity: Male Date Applied: 12/10/2023 Ethnic Background: White Township: Eno Age Range: 60+ Zone of Residence: County Also Serves On: Friday,February 2,2024 Page 2 of 2