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HomeMy WebLinkAboutAgenda 05-14-24; 6 - Alcoholic Beverage Control Board – Appointments Discussion 1 ORANGE COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS ACTION AGENDA ITEM ABSTRACT Meeting Date: May 14, 2024 Action Agenda Item No. 6 SUBJECT: Alcoholic Beverage Control Board — Appointments Discussion DEPARTMENT: Board of Commissioners ATTACHMENT(S): INFORMATION CONTACT: Recommendations Clerk's Office, 919-245-2130 Member and Applicant Summary Sheet Applications of Persons Recommended Applications of Other Applicants Membership Roster Applicant Interest List PURPOSE: To discuss appointments to the Alcoholic Beverage Control Board (ABC Board) and to discuss designating a member as ABC Board Chair. BACKGROUND: The ABC Board has the authority to buy, sell, transport and possess alcoholic beverages for the operation of its stores. This Board also adopts rules for the ABC system and has the authority to hire and dismiss employees. The Board of County Commissioners appoints all five (5) At-Large members. The following individuals are presented for Board consideration: NAME SPECIAL TYPE OF EXPIRATION REPRESENTATIVE APPOINTMENT DATE TERM Jenn Sykes At-Large First Full Term 06/30/2027 Judson At-Large Second Full Term 06/30/2027 Williamson Pursuant to North Carolina General Statute 1813-700, the Board of Commissioners shall designate a member of the local ABC Board to serve as Chair. Judson Williamson (current Vice-Chair) has volunteered to be appointed as Chair, with support from the ABC Board members. One of the following ABC Board members may be designated as Chair: 2 NAME POSITION DESCRIPTION EXPIRATION DATE Judson Williamson At-Large 06/30/2024 (recommended for reappointment Mike Zito At-Large 06/30/2026 Melvin Green At-Large 06/30/2026 Elizabeth Carter At-Large 06/30/2025 FINANCIAL IMPACT: There is no financial impact associated with this item. SOCIAL JUSTICE IMPACT: The following Orange County Social Justice Goal is applicable to this item: • GOAL: ENABLE FULL CIVIC PARTICIPATION Ensure that Orange County residents are able to engage government through voting and volunteering by eliminating disparities in participation and barriers to participation. ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT: There is no Orange County Environmental Responsibility Goal impact associated with this item. RECOMMENDATION(S): The Manager recommends that the Board discuss appointments to the Alcoholic Beverage Control Board and designate a member as Chair. 3 From: ocabcOoranaeabc.com To: Tara May Cc: Anna Richards Subject: [EXTERNAL MAIL] New Board Member Recommendation Date: Tuesday,April 30,2024 10:27:32 AM We would like to recommend Tenn Sykes to fill the ABC Board position open July 1 when we have Board Chair Pat Burns cycle off of the board. We would also like to recommend the BOCC appoint Judson Williamson (current vice-chair)to the Chair position. Thank You, Tovu,i 1�I (gDLS Orange County ABC General Manager 919-732-3432 ext 102 www.orangeabc.com 4 Alcoholic Beverage Control Board Members and Applicants Name Member or Applicant? Gender Identity Race/Ethnic Background Age Range Township Also Serves on Patrick Burns Member Male White Hillsborough Judson Williamson Member Male White Chapel Hill Mike Zito Member Male White 60+ Hillsborough Melvin Green Member Male African American 35-59 Chapel Hill Elizabeth Carter Member Female African American Chapel Hill Kristofer Cason Applicant Male White 35-59 Chapel Hill David Gephart Applicant Male White 60+ Eno Economic Development Advisory Board John Greeson Applicant Male White 60+ Hillsborough Barry Hill Applicant Male White 60+ Hillsborough Human Relations Commission �Jenn Sykes Applicant Female Hispanic 35-59 Hillsborough Orange County Housing Authority Board 5 Page 1 of 3 Jennifer Sykes Volunteer Application Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions Name: Jennifer Sykes Name Called: Home Address: 210 Collins Ave Hillsborough NC 27278 Phone: 919-442-8152 Email: sykes.jennifer@gmail.com Year of OC Residence: 2007 Township of Residence: Hillsborough Zone of Residence: Hillsborough Town Limits Gender Identity: Female Ethnic Background: Hispanic Age Range: 35-59 Community Activities/Organizational Memberships: Vice Chair, Human Relations Commission Chair, Hillsborough Water and Sewer Advisory Committee Member, Housing Advisory Council Member, Hillsborough Board of Adjustment Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards: Human Relations Commission Housing Advisory Council Affordable Housing Advisory Board Orange Unified Transit Board Boards/Commissions applied for: Alcoholic Beverage Control Board Please explain how your background, education and experience is relevant to this board I have experience on other boards, but this one actually fits better with my 9 to 5. 1 work in analytics and have handled supply chain, customer service, and compliance for regulations in that and feel it would be similar to what the ABC Board would review. Please explain your reasons for wanting to serve on this board The ABC Board also helps with economic development for the restaurants in town, and one thing I have interest in is helping to promote economic development. How would your particpation on this board contribute to the diversity of viewpoints? As a consumer and someone who cares about expanding the revenue sources for the county, I think I would bring a different view than others to this 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 Board of Adjustment 6 Page 2 of 3 Jennifer Sykes Please explain how your background, education and experience is relevant to this board I have just rolled off the Hillsborough Board of Adjustment and Planning Board and enjoy the work on that committee and would like to continue it with the county. Please explain your reasons for wanting to serve on this board I have just rolled off the Hillsborough Board of Adjustment and Planning Board and enjoy the work on that committee and would like to continue it with the county. How would your particpation on this board contribute to the diversity of viewpoints? I am familiar with how the process works in Hillsborough and can bring that to the other parts of the county. 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: Human Relations Commission Application Date: 7/13/2022 Background, education and experience relevant to this board: My work on various advisory boards has focused on how policy can be used to create greater equity in the county, from development processes to working on partnerships for reducing costs to residents. I know the HRC has a larger platform to help encourage Reasons for wanting to serve on this board: The HRC has a major platform in the county to advance social justice initiatives, particularly around equity and supporting those in the county who need it most. Conflict of Interest: Affordable Housing Advisory Board Application Date: 1/21/2017 Background, education and experience relevant to this board: I have served on the Hillsborough Planning Board and live in a part of the county where gentrification and developer priorities have limited affordable housing. Reasons for wanting to serve on this board: I live in an area where I m starting to see more and more people forced out of their homes and want to help them ensure their voice is heard. Orange County doesn t do the best job of encouraging people who might be in housing trouble to come forward, and Conflict of Interest: Orange Unified Transportation Board Application Date: 1/21/2017 Background, education and experience relevant to this board: I serve on the Hillsborough Planning Board and often sit in traffic in the county. Reasons for wanting to serve on this board: The county needs more options in the northern part to help people get to and from homes and work. Conflict of Interest: 7 Page 3 of 3 Jennifer Sykes Orange County Housing Authority Application Date: 7/13/2022 Background, education and experience relevant to this board: I am on the Affordable Housing Advisory Board and this board has a similar role to that one. Reasons for wanting to serve on this board: I am on the Affordable Housing Advisory Board and this board has a similar role to that one. Conflict of Interest: BOCC Elections Advisory Group Application Date: 10/15/2020 Background, education and experience relevant to this board: I studied political science in undergraduate and graduate school, and have volunteered and worked in good government groups since 2005. 1 have both academic and practical knowledge about how districting impacts representation and governmental outcomes. Reasons for wanting to serve on this board: When I was in undergrad I worked on fair-districting initiatives in the state I went to college in (Virginia), and in my time in Orange County while working as a precinct official have spent a lot of time explaining to voters who they were voting for and Conflict of Interest: Other Comments: Applied for BOA 07/13/2022 This application was current on: 3/20/2024 4:26:57 PM Date Printed: 4/30/2024 8 Page 1 of 2 Judson Williamson Volunteer Application Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions Name: Judson Williamson Name Called: Home Address: 241 Indian Trail Rd Chapel Hill NC 27514 Phone: (919)240-4000 Email: juddwill@mac.com Year of OC Residence: 1993 Township of Residence: Chapel Hill Zone of Residence: C.H. City Limits Gender Identity: Male Ethnic Background: white Age Range: Community Activities/Organizational Memberships: Director, Chapel Hill Public Library Advisory Board Member, 15-B Judicial District Bar Association Member, North Carolina Orange County Bar Association Member, North Carolina Bar Association Member, North Carolina State Bar Volunteer, University of North Carolina School of Law Pro Bono Projects Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards: I currently serve on the Chapel Hill Public Library Advisory Board, but I do not currently nor have I ever served on an Orange County Advisory Board. Boards/Commissions applied for: Alcoholic Beverage Control Board Background, education and experience relevant to this board: I am a North Carolina native, growing up in Columbus County, and have been a resident of Orange County since 1993, my freshman year at UNC. While an undergrad here, I worked in several bars and restaurants in Chapel Hill, both cooking and bartending, prior to working at UNC for several years, first in finance administration and then university development. In 2010, 1 returned to UNC to attend law school, and I have been a practicing attorney in Chapel Hill since graduating from law school and passing the bar exam in 2013. In that capacity, I have represented clients with alcohol infractions as well as advised small businesses on alcohol regulations. I ve also been a customer lawfully for 22 years now. Reasons for wanting to serve on this board: As a longtime resident, homeowner, and parent in this community, I have a vested interest in its governance. I also feel somewhat connected to the local food and spirits scene, having worked in restaurants years ago and having more recently represented and consulted with restaurant owners. I have followed closely the lobbying efforts of local icons Scott Maitland and Gary Crunkleton and have a great appreciation for the level of engagement within our community. Additionally, for the last several years, I have enjoyed my experience serving with the Chapel Hill 9 Page 2 of 2 Judson Williamson Public Library Board, and I look forward to becoming more active in additional capacities in the community. Contribution to the diversity of viewpoints on this board: Conflict of Interest: I have no business interest that could create a conflict of interest, and, while I don t believe that I have a personal interest that would be a real conflict either, I thought it worthwhile to disclose that I worked in bars and restaurants many years ago and my wife is currently an employee of Crook s Corner restaurant. Boards/Commissions appointments: Other Comments: This application was current on: 4/15/2019 Date Printed: 1/7/2020 10 Page 1 of 2 Kristofer Cason Volunteer Application Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions Name: Mr. Kristofer Cason Name Called: Home Address: 5016 Whyteleafe Ct. Chapel Hill NC 27514 Phone: 704-609-6192 Email: logancason1@gmail.com Year of OC Residence: 2021 Township of Residence: Chapel Hill Zone of Residence: County Gender Identity: Male Ethnic Background: White Age Range: 35-59 Community Activities/Organizational Memberships: Adjunct Faculty at Durham Technical Community College (not my primary occupation, just something I do to stay connected with the community) Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards: None Boards/Commissions applied for: Alcoholic Beverage Control Board Please explain how your background, education and experience is relevant to this board In my life, I have worked in both government and retail sectors. I also started a fully licensed brewery in 2017. Please explain your reasons for wanting to serve on this board I am very eager to serve this community of Orange County. I really like it here, and I want to do my part to keep it great! I have applied to several boards whenever they become available. How would your particpation on this board contribute to the diversity of viewpoints? I am an ABC customer maybe once per month, so I think I can bring a perspective of many people like me. 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? Historic Preservation Commission Please explain how your background, education and experience is relevant to this board I studied history in college (UNC Charlotte, 2008 & 2012), and I have been a passionate history learner my entire life. Please explain your reasons for wanting to serve on this board 11 Page 2 of 2 Kristofer Cason I think learning history is incredibly important for society. Not knowing about what happened before you is to always remain a child. (Cicero, I think). I think it s important to understand the context of history and many perspectives in the world to appreciate your own place in society. How would your particpation on this board contribute to the diversity of viewpoints? Lately, I ve been focused on learning local history, specifically about the first peoples, from Paleo- Indians to the modern day descendants of local tribes. It s a challenge because so much of their history is unwritten and so many of the people were lost to disease and oppression. 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 Parks and Recreation Council Please explain how your background, education and experience is relevant to this board We recently purchased a 2-acre property in Orange County, and I ve been learning a lot about stewardship of the land, both from an environmental perspective as well as an aesthetic one. I was really excited about the new Blackwood Farm Park, and I love the new architecture there. I also participated in the OC bee group that took care of the bees there. Please explain your reasons for wanting to serve on this board I want to help create more experiences and spaces for people to learn about and appreciate our environment. How would your particpation on this board contribute to the diversity of viewpoints? I like to think in really practical terms about how what the government does benefits the people it serves. I want to ask how does it serve the people of Orange County? 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: 3/21/2024 9:15:14 AM Date Printed: 3/22/2024 12 Page 1 of 2 David Gephart Volunteer Application Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions Name: David Gephart Name Called: Home Address: 1401 Poplar Ln. Hillsborough NC 27278 Phone: 919-732-6464 Email: dave@gephartmarketing.com Year of OC Residence: 1970 Township of Residence: Eno Zone of Residence: County Gender Identity: Male Ethnic Background: White Age Range: 60+ Community Activities/Organizational Memberships: Vice Chair of Or Co Econ Development Advisory Board President of Poplar Ridge Property Owners Assoc Order of the Arrow, Boy Scouts of America UNC Kenan-Flagler Business School Alumni Council Member- Association Executives of North Carolina MAS (Master Advertising Specialist) of Promotional Products Association International Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards: Orange County Advisory Boards - Energy Orange County Advisory Boards - CHOCVB (Chair) Orange County Advisory Boards - Economic Development (VC) Boards/Commissions applied for: Alcoholic Beverage Control Board Please explain how your background, education and experience is relevant to this board I have a BS in Marketing Degree from the UNC Kenan-Flagler Business School. I have served as a Director of Marketing with FedEx Supply Chain and Roadway Express Logistics prior to FedEx. I have served as CEO of a small Orange County business for over 22 years. Please explain your reasons for wanting to serve on this board I enjoy sharing my business education and experiences to help reduce individual taxpayers County tax burden. Increasing profits allows the county to expand the contributions to: Orange County Schools Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools EI Futuro Lutheran Family Services Mental Health Orange County Teen Partnership Orange County EMS Hillsborough PD Chapel Hill PD Carrboro PD UNC PD Centro Hispano Orange County Sheriff's Office Carpe Diem Orange County Health Department Freedom House Recovery How would your particpation on this board contribute to the diversity of viewpoints? I have lived in Chapel Jill, Carrboro, and Hillsborough, as well as, living in the rural parts of Orange County for 42 years (damn- I am old)! I have been Cubmaster, Scoutmaster, District (entire county) Chair of the Boy Scouts. I have served multiple terms as President of the 13 Page 2 of 2 David Gephart Hillsborough Exchange Club. I have served multiple terms on the Board of the Hillsborough Chamber(also name Business Person of the Year), Member of Chapel Hill-Carrboro Chamber, officer for The Alliance for Historic Hillsborough, etc., etc. I know most elected officials and can articulate the wants and needs of many undeserved/underrepresented members of our great county!! I would LOVE to serve on the Advisory 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: Economic Development Advisory Board (REQUIRES DISCLOSURE STATEMENT) Application Date: 3/18/2021 Background, education and experience relevant to this board: Having worked with several Chambers of Commerce I have a lot of experience and a love in working on Business Development and Economic Development! As a Marketing Manager Director with FedEx Supply Chain, I have a global understanding of the international Reasons for wanting to serve on this board: For over 40 years I have chosen to live in Orange County(Chapel Hill, Carrboro, and Hillsborough)and I know many aspects of the county that some new comers are not aware of. I want to help Orange County to grow smart and to give back to the community wh Conflict of Interest: Other Comments: Applied for Economic Development Advisory Board 03/18/2021 This application was current on: 4/3/2024 4:33:48 PM Date Printed: 4/4/2024 14 Page 1 of 2 John Greeson Volunteer Application Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions Name: John Greeson Name Called: Home Address: 405 Rock Garden Lane Hillsborough NC 27278 Phone: 919-601-6906 Email: johngreeson@icloud.com Year of OC Residence: 2004 Township of Residence: Hillsborough Zone of Residence: Hillsborough ETJ Gender Identity: Male Ethnic Background: White Age Range: 35-59 Community Activities/Organizational Memberships: Current: Soccer Referee Past: Orange County Parks and Rec Board, Soccer Coach, Cub Scout Board Chair Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards: Orange County Parks and Rec Board Boards/Commissions applied for: Alcoholic Beverage Control Board Please explain how your background, education and experience is relevant to this board I completed bar tending school in college, and have experience as both a home wine maker and brewmaster. Please explain your reasons for wanting to serve on this board I am interested in helping contribute towards ensuring that the profits from the sale of alcohol in Orange Country are used to advance initiatives which help Orange County to continue to be a great place to live and work. How would your particpation on this board contribute to the diversity of viewpoints? I have lived and/or visited 24 countries. These experiences, along with my experience working in both the military and private sectors have given me a very unique understanding on the beautiful diversity of culture and experience in this world. Combine that with my ancestry being in the Orange/Alamance/Guilford area since the 1740s and I feel like I bring a very unique perspective that I hope to use to serve Orange citizens and county commissioners as a board member. 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: 15 Page 2 of 2 John Greeson Orange County Parks and Recreation Council Application Date: 10/23/2014 Background, education and experience relevant to this board: As a runner, mountain biker, and a parent of children who participate in multiple youth sports programs provided by Orange County Parks and Recreation, I have broad experience as a consumer of the facilities and services that Orange County provides. I ha Reasons for wanting to serve on this board: I believe that the recreational opportunities in Orange County serve a large part in making this county such a great place to live and work. I hope to help the county further develop and refine the already outstanding offerings we have. I have seen how Conflict of Interest: Other Comments: This application was current on: 3/19/2024 3:08:20 PM Date Printed: 3/22/2024 16 Page 1 of 1 Barry Hill Volunteer Application Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions Name: Mr. Barry Hill Name Called: Home Address: 903 Kennesaw Court Hillsborough NC 27278 Phone: 9192453642 Email: bhiII04@aol.com Year of OC Residence: 1986 Township of Residence: Hillsborough Zone of Residence: Hillsborough Town Limits Gender Identity: Male Ethnic Background: White Age Range: 60+ Community Activities/Organizational Memberships: None Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards: None Boards/Commissions applied for: Alcoholic Beverage Control Board Background, education and experience relevant to this board: Orange county is still pretty rural and I grew up very rural in the western part of the state. I also have years of experience in IT, business and project management. I really think my wide variety of experience can be relevant in lots of areas and can be helpful in many of the board s activities. Reasons for wanting to serve on this board: Hopefully I can use my background and experience to assist the the board in its mission. I am happy to help/assist in whatever role is needed. Contribution to the diversity of viewpoints on this board: Both of my parents grew up on farms and I grew up on a farm in the western part of this state. Without personally knowing most of the board, I cannot be sure what diversity or viewpoints, I might be helpful with. I will say that in my 40+ years of employment I have lots of experience working with all races (foreign and domestic), ages, religions, and backgrounds. Conflict of Interest: No conflicts of personal or business that I know of Boards/Commissions appointments: Other Comments: This application was current on: 11/4/2022 8:39:35 AM Date Printed: 11/8/2022 17 Board and Commission Members And Vacant Positions Alcoholic Beverage Control Board Meeting Times: 8:30 am Third Tuesday of every month Contact Person:Tony Dubois,General Manager Meeting Place: 601 Valley Forge Road,Hillsborough Contact Phone: 919-732-3432 Positions: 6 Length:3 years Terms: 2 Description: All members are appointed by the Board of County Commissioners. The ABC Board has the authority to buy,sell,transport and possess alcoholic beverages for the operation of its stores. This board also adopts rules for the ABC system and has the authority to hire and dismiss employees.Members are paid a stipend and reimbursed for mileage. Mr. Patrick Burns I Chair First Appointed: 06/19/2018 Gender Identity: Male Township: Hillsborough Current Appointment: 05/18/2021 Ethnic Background: White Residency Req: At-Large Expiration: 06/30/2024 Age Range: Special Repr: Number of Terms: 2 Judson Williamson 2 First Appointed: 05/18/2021 Gender Identity: Male Township: Chapel Hill Current Appointment: 05/18/2021 Ethnic Background: White Residency Req: At-Large Expiration: 06/30/2024 Age Range: Special Repr: Number of Terms: 1 Mike Zito 3 First Appointed: 05/14/2020 Gender Identity: Male Township: Hillsborough Current Appointment: 06/20/2023 Ethnic Background: White Residency Req: At-Large Expiration: 06/30/2026 Age Range: 60+ Special Repr: Number of Terms: 2 Mr Melvin Green 4 First Appointed: 12/13/2022 Gender Identity: Male Township: Chapel Hill Current Appointment: 06/20/2023 Ethnic Background: African American Residency Req: At-Large Expiration: 06/30/2026 Age Range: 35-59 Special Repr: Number of Terms: 1 Ms Elizabeth Carter 5 First Appointed: 11/13/2018 Gender Identity: Female Township: Chapel Hill Current Appointment: 04/26/2022 Ethnic Background: African American Residency Req: At-Large Expiration: 06/30/2025 Age Range: Special Repr: Number of Terms: 2 Anna Richards 6 First Appointed: 12/12/2023 Gender Identity: Township: Chapel Hill Current Appointment: 12/12/2023 Ethnic Background: Residency Req: Expiration: 12/31/2024 Age Range: Special Repr: BOCC liaison Number of Terms: 1 Friday,May 3,2024 Page 1 18 Applicant Interest Listing by Board Name and by Applicant Name Contact Person: Tony Dubois,General Manager Alcoholic Beverage Control Board Contact Phone: 919-732-3432 Mr. Kristofer Cason Gender Identity: Male Date Applied: 03/21/2024 Ethnic Background: White Township: Chapel Hill Age Range: 35-59 Zone of Residence: County Also Serves On: David Gephart Gender Identity: Male Date Applied: 04/03/2024 Ethnic Background: White Township: Eno Age Range: 60+ Zone of Residence: County Also Serves On: Economic Development Advisory Board(REQUIRES DISCLOSURE STATEMENT) John Greeson Gender Identity: Male Date Applied: 03/19/2024 Ethnic Background: White Township: Hillsborough Age Range: 35-59 Zone of Residence: Hillsborough ETJ Also Serves On: Mr. Barry Hill Gender Identity: Male Date Applied: 11/04/2022 Ethnic Background: White Township: Hillsborough Age Range: 60+ Zone of Residence: Hillsborough Town Limits Also Serves On: Jennifer Sykes Gender Identity: Female Date Applied: 03/20/2024 Ethnic Background: Hispanic Township: Hillsborough Age Range: 35-59 Zone of Residence: Hillsborough Town Limits Also Serves On: Human Relations Commission Also Serves On: Orange County Housing Authority Friday,May 3,2024 Page 1 of 1