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ORANGE COUNTY
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
ACTION AGENDA ITEM ABSTRACT
Meeting Date: May 14, 2024
Action Agenda
Item No. 7
SUBJECT: Durham Technical Community College Board of Trustees —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 Applicants
Membership Roster
Applicant Interest List
PURPOSE: To discuss an appointment to the Durham Technical Community College Board of
Trustees.
BACKGROUND: Durham Technical Community College is governed by a Board of Trustees.
Four members of the Board are appointed by the governor, four are appointed by the Durham
County Board of Commissioners, four are appointed by the Durham Public Schools Board of
Education, and two are appointed by the Orange County Board of Commissioners. Trustees serve
four-year terms and set local policy for the College.
The following individual is presented for Board consideration:
NAME POSITION TYPE OF EXPIRATION
DESCRIPTION APPOINTMENT DATE
TERM
Janet Hadar At-Large First Full Term 06/30/2028
(re-appointment)
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
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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 Durham Technical Community College Board of Trustees.
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I am writin5 on behalf of the Durriianm i ecPln;,ul CQrmrrnanity College Board or I rustees to recommend
and respectfully request tRe reappoinirncni oT i.anei Flas]ar, Presineni or Mr- Flealth i riangle vvest
Hospitals. President Hadars term enin.iant- J0, LOL4.
President Flaaar was appointee By the Orange rsoarn of County Commissioners following the resignation
OT i rustee Cee Morrow in June of LOLL. since joining rile Moana, she has brought an important,
pt:rspecti.a to our Bourn as tpe cMieT executive of a major employer in our region as well as critical
insi6Rts into tMe nealtM care scctor, un Urea oT growtR and locus at DurMam I ech. Further, she is a
committed and engaged board member Y„iTM Gn t-,.amplary attennance recorsa.
We appreciate your initial appointment of President Hadar and tRunR you in advance ror your
consideration of reappointing her to a full four-year term.
Please do not. hesitate to contact me with any questions or if I can provide admition.ai information.
Regards,
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Dr.Tara L. Fikes, Chair
cc: Dr. Pat►Ashley, vice-Chair, Durham 1 ethnical Community College Board of Trustees
,.8. uumon, President
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Durham Technical Community College Board of Trustees Members and Applicants
Name Member or Applicant? Gender Identity Race/Ethnic Background Age Range Township Also Serves on
Earl McKee Member Male White Little River
Janet Hadar Member Female White 35-59 Chapel Hill
Chirstopher Barnes Applicant Male White 35-59 Cedar Grove
Alexander Fowler Applicant Male White 18-34 Cheeks
Fayaz Khazi Applicant Male Asian American 35-59 Hillsborough
Tiffney Marley Applicant Female African American 35-59 Hillsborough
Jennifer Phillips Applicant Female White 35-59 Hillsborough
Eric Raznick Applicant Male White 35-59 Hillsborough
Prakash Sista lApplicant Male Asian American 60+ Chapel Hill
Robert Zurek jApplicant lMale lWhite 60+ 1 Eno
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Page 1 of 1 Janet Hadar
Volunteer Application
Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions
Name: Mrs. Janet Hadar
Name Called:
Home Address: 300 Lake Manor Rd.
Chapel Hill NC 27516
Phone: 9199514274
Email: janet.hadar@unchealth.unc.edu
Year of OC Residence: 2001
Township of Residence: Chapel Hill
Zone of Residence: Carrboro City Limits
Gender Identity: Female
Ethnic Background: White
Age Range: 35-59
Community Activities/Organizational Memberships:
NC Health Alliance - Board member
Fellow - American College of Health Executives
Vizient - Board of Advisors AMCs
Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards:
N/A
Boards/Commissions applied for:
Durham Technical Community College Board of Trustees
Background, education and experience relevant to this board:
I have 30+ years in health care first as a registered nurse and eventually as an administrator. I
represent a major employer in the community and believe can speak to the changing needs of
the local labor market.
Reasons for wanting to serve on this board:
I believe my professional experience & personal interest in higher education will enable me to be
a contributing member of the Board.
Contribution to the diversity of viewpoints on this board:
I am a female executive of an academic medical center- one of 16% nationally.
Conflict of Interest:
Boards/Commissions appointments:
Other Comments:
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Page 1 of 2 Christopher Barnes
Volunteer Application
Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions
Name: Mr. Christopher Barnes
Name Called:
Home Address: 7121 Compton Road
Cedar Grove NC 27231
Phone: 919-631-6311
Email: hunterpher20l4@gmail.com
Year of OC Residence: 2002
Township of Residence: Cedar Grove
Zone of Residence: County
Gender Identity: Male
Ethnic Background: White
Age Range: 35-59
Community Activities/Organizational Memberships:
Chair of Judicial District 18 Officer Nominating Committee
Caldwell Wounded Warrior Project Volunteer
Volunteer for Justice Is Blind Clerkship
Legal Aid Volunteer
Indigent defense representative review board member
Volunteer Counsel for Empowerment in Orange County
As an immigration law practitioner, I represent hundreds of immigrant survivors of violent
crime and human trafficking
Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards:
N/A
Boards/Commissions applied for:
Human Relations Commission
Background, education and experience relevant to this board:
As a former ESL and Spanish teacher and current owner of a local immigration law practice, I
can relate and provide context to the challenges facing immigrants and people of color in our
community.
Reasons for wanting to serve on this board:
I want to be more involved in my community and bring my unique insight and experiences to
serve.
Contribution to the diversity of viewpoints on this board:
Coming from Eastern NC and having lived in Mexico, Costa Rica, and Spain for long amounts of
time, I can provide unique insight and bridge gaps between United States citizens as well as
documented and undocumented immigrants.
Conflict of Interest:
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Page 2 of 2 Christopher Barnes
Board of Social Services
Background, education and experience relevant to this board:
I work directly with survivors of human trafficking and violent crime. I have worked directly with
Orange County DSS by ensuring that immigrants are not afraid to participate in investigations
that will liberate survivors from their abusers/traffickers to promote their security and improve
their quality of life.
Reasons for wanting to serve on this board:
To provide insight to the board and offer my perspective having seen first-hand the benefits of
trusting DSS and fully participating in these services.
Contribution to the diversity of viewpoints on this board:
Coming from Eastern NC and having lived in Mexico, Costa Rica, and Spain for long amounts of
time, I can provide unique insight and bridge gaps between United States citizens as well as
documented and undocumented immigrants.
Conflict of Interest:
Durham Technical Community College Board of Trustees
Background, education and experience relevant to this board:
As a former educator and community college graduate (Nash Community College-2002), I am
an advocate for community colleges. I had a great experience in the community college process.
That experience helped mold me into the hard worker that I am and propelled me to higher
education to a four-year university and law school.
Reasons for wanting to serve on this board:
As a former educator and community college graduate (Nash Community College-2002), I am
an advocate for community colleges. I had a great experience in the community college process.
That experience helped mold me into the hard worker that I am and propelled me to higher
education to a four-year university and law school.
Contribution to the diversity of viewpoints on this board:
By promoting my ideas and hoping to encourage the board to provide education to
undocumented immigrants and immigrants in line with options for legal status at more
affordable pricing.
Conflict of Interest:
Boards/Commissions appointments:
Other Comments:
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Page 1 of 2 Alexander Fowler
Volunteer Application
Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions
Name: Alexander Fowler
Name Called:
Home Address: 7006 Shale Loop
Mebane NC 27302
Phone: 919-368-7661
Email: fowlera29@gmail.com
Year of OC Residence: 2023
Township of Residence: Cheeks
Zone of Residence: Town of Mebane City Limits
Gender Identity: Male
Ethnic Background: White
Age Range: 18-34
Community Activities/Organizational Memberships:
Member of St. Matthew s Episcopal Church, Hillsborough.
Member of the American Bar Association.
Professional Experience: Corporate Counsel with national corporation HQ in Raleigh
since 2022 (co-manages internal investigations); Discrimination Investigator with the
NCDOL 2021-2022.
Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards:
N/A
Boards/Commissions applied for:
Human Relations Commission
Please explain how your background, education and experience is relevant to this board
I handle employment discrimination complaints daily in my current job and directly investigated
wrongful termination complaints in my priorjob.
Please explain your reasons for wanting to serve on this board
I have always wanted to serve on a community organization. My wife and I have now put down
roots in Orange County and I am wanting to get more involved with community issues. Serving
on this board would give me the ability to exercise my skills by contributing to the needs of the
county.
How would your particpation on this board contribute to the diversity of viewpoints?
I have served the people of the state of NC in an impartial, adjudicatory capacity, and now
defend the interests of a business. I am adept at considering all sides of any particular situation.
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?
If a complaint involved one of my company s employees, I would need to recuse myself.
Durham Technical Community College Board of Trustees
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Page 2 of 2 Alexander Fowler
Please explain how your background, education and experience is relevant to this board
I am an in-house attorney by trade. My mother recently retired as an NC public school teacher,
serving for 29 years. My father works in the business office of Surry Community College and has
been in that position since the 2000s. My uncle and aunt are both department chairs at an NC
community college. My uncle has been the past-president of the North Carolina Community
College Faculty Association.
Please explain your reasons for wanting to serve on this board
I understand the value of community college and vocational learning. I have taken a continuing
education course at DTCC and have been living in Durham/Orange County since 2021. 1 would
like to promote college education in the county in which we have put down roots.
How would your particpation on this board contribute to the diversity of viewpoints?
I am under 30 and understand the desires of young students/young professionals.
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 Unified Transportation Board
Please explain how your background, education and experience is relevant to this board
I am adept at negotiations, reviewing contracts, and performing legal research, as my day-to-day
job as an in-house attorney involves completing those tasks daily. My perspective as an attorney
would be valuable to this team.
Please explain your reasons for wanting to serve on this board
I am a public transit user and use it as much as possible when I travel. I am particularly
interested in this topic, and believe that our county needs to be focused on transit as a priority
item.
How would your particpation on this board contribute to the diversity of viewpoints?
I am under 30 and am committed to expanding public transit/alternative transit as our county
continues to grow.
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:
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Page 1 of 2 Fayaz Khazi
Volunteer Application
Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions
Name: Dr Fayaz Khazi
Name Called:
Home Address: 206 Whirlaway Lane
Chapel Hill NC 27516
Phone: 301-580-8363
Email: fayazkhazi@icloud.com
Year of OC Residence: 2017
Township of Residence: Chapel Hill
Zone of Residence: County
Gender Identity: Male
Ethnic Background: Asian American
Age Range: 35-59
Community Activities/Organizational Memberships:
None.
Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards:
None
Boards/Commissions applied for:
Durham Technical Community College Board of Trustees
Background, education and experience relevant to this board:
I have a doctoral degree in Molecular Genetics and over 15+ years of experience working within
or running research driven companies. Such responsibilities have necessitated me to develop a
network of academic collaborators across the world. I hope to bring not only my academic
training, but also the hands-on experience in future workforce training, university and industry
engagement, grants and funding resources.
Reasons for wanting to serve on this board:
I previously collaborated with and mentored Montgomery College in Germantown MD to build
their programs to nurture students for a career in life sciences. I have worked with the University
of MD along similar lines. In NC, I am currently engaged in multiple activities with NCSU. I
believe I have ideas and the necessary experience to help DTCC thrive as it continues to serve
its residents.
Contribution to the diversity of viewpoints on this board:
I bring a global perspective to identify local opportunities. As a leader in the technology industry, I
am well aware of the trends and have the ability to guide DTCC in the right direction.
Conflict of Interest:
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Page 2 of 2 Fayaz Khazi
Agricultural Preservation Board
Background, education and experience relevant to this board:
I am an scientist-entreprenuer in the area of agriculture and food and have served this industry
for over 15yrs. Over the years, I have developed the expertise, insight and a practical
appreciation for the farm, farmer, the community and the environment. If chosen, I look forward
to bringing my expertise and network in this area to assess, analyze and resolve issues and
explore opportunities for the benefit of the citizens of Orange County. I have a BS in Agriculture
and a PhD in Plant Biology.
Reasons for wanting to serve on this board:
As a member of the community, I have always wanted to participate and contribute, but never
could make the time. Recently, I made a decision to consciously make changes to my life and
not let work take over. Importantly though, I do have the relevant education and the life
experience that this Board could benefit from.
Contribution to the diversity of viewpoints on this board:
I hope to bring viewpoints based on facts, science and real world business experience to the
board.
Conflict of Interest:
Boards/Commissions appointments:
Other Comments:
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Page 1 of 2 Tiffney Marley
Volunteer Application
Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions
Name: Tiff ney Marley
Name Called:
Home Address: 316 Sea Trail St.
Hillsborough NC 27278
Phone: 919-414-9071
Email: tiffney.marley@gmail.com
Year of OC Residence: 2023
Township of Residence: Hillsborough
Zone of Residence: Hillsborough Town Limits
Gender Identity: Female
Ethnic Background: African American
Age Range: 35-59
Community Activities/Organizational Memberships:
Chapel Hill Carrboro Alumnae Chapter, Delta Sigma Theta, Inc. and NCNW, Durham
Section
Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards:
Human Relations Commission, Hillsborough Planning Board, and Durham Technical
Community College Board of Trustees
Boards/Commissions applied for:
Human Relations Commission
Please explain how your background, education and experience is relevant to this board
I have past experience on the Orange County HRC and would welcome an opportunity to advise
and support efforts that help to center equity, access, and well-being for all of Orange County s
citizens. Professionally, I work for a national anti-poverty network which envisions and equitable
and just society for all people and works with grassroots organizations to achieve this goal.
Please explain your reasons for wanting to serve on this board
I am interested in serving on any of the identified boards because I feel it my responsibility as a
citizen of Hillsborough and Orange County to fulfill my civic responsibility through service. I have
lived in Orange County for 8 years in the past and I love the county and its people and am
invested in doing my small part to make it better for everyone.
How would your particpation on this board contribute to the diversity of viewpoints?
My hope is that my viewpoint, would add an additional lens that includes one that centers the
voice of persons with lived experience, persons from diverse cultures and ethnicities, and
gender diversity. I believe in the power of diverse perspectives and am sure that my viewpoint
will be unique and one that will hopefully fuel inquiry, belonging, greater impact for the
opportunity that I am appointed to.
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
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Page 2 of 2 Tiffney Marley
Durham Technical Community College Board of Trustees
Please explain how your background, education and experience is relevant to this board
I have 13+years of higher education experience and have deep understanding about the role
that a high quality education plays in accelerating the career and overall well-being of individuals.
North Carolina s Community Colleges are its best kept secret and as a board of trustee member,
I will support leadership s efforts to manage an impact, accountable college and amplify
opportunities for all people to have access to education and skills needed to advance
professionally and personally.
Please explain your reasons for wanting to serve on this board
I am interested in serving on any of the identified boards because I feel it my responsibility as a
citizen of Hillsborough and Orange County to fulfill my civic responsibility through service. I have
lived in Orange County for 8 years in the past and I love the county and its people and am
invested in doing my small part to make it better for everyone.
How would your particpation on this board contribute to the diversity of viewpoints?
My hope is that my viewpoint, would add an additional lens that includes one that centers the
voice of persons with lived experience, persons from diverse cultures and ethnicities, and
gender diversity. I believe in the power of diverse perspectives and am sure that my viewpoint
will be unique and one that will hopefully fuel inquiry, belonging, greater impact for the
opportunity that I am appointed to.
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:
Served on HRC from 2009-2015. Moved out of county and has now moved back.
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Page 1 of 2 Jennifer Phillips
Volunteer Application
Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions
Name: Ms. Jennifer Phillips
Name Called:
Home Address: 435 West Tryon Street
Hillsborough NC 27278
Phone: 212-366-6728
Email: jnnfrphllps@gmail.com
Year of OC Residence: 2015
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 moved to Hillsborough in 2015 and was able to transfer my out-of-state job in higher
education to a remote position. At this time, I continue working as the Director of Learning
Technologies in Academic Affairs at a private art college in New York. I recognize the
disconnect with the community college landscape, but this career decision was a
worthwhile option for a single mother of a one year old. In recent years, I ve been
pursuing an EdD in Entrepreneurial Leadership in Education at Johns Hopkins University
(also remote), which I will complete in 2023. 1 chose this learning path because many
traditional approaches to higher education are not working, and I believe we must be
open to exploring new possibilities based on sound research while also doing a better job
listening to our community members. My ultimate goal in moving back to the South was to
support local education, and this was a step I felt I needed to take in support of this
lifelong goal.
Pursuing the degree, working full-time, and raising my daughter has not left me with much
time in recent years for community activities. However, upon completion of the EdD
program, I intend to use all the time I have spent researching and writing my dissertation
to support our local education systems.
I believe that community colleges often provide amazing examples of transforming
student learning while navigating a scarcity of resources. This is a space in which many
are exploring ways to better plug into the local economy to strengthen pipelines to
employment and explore stackable credentials to foster lifelong learning. Taking a more
holistic approach to education also provides opportunities to engage with local families
and find ways to support residents at different stages throughout their lives. Additionally,
building better community-based professional development and support programs for
faculty is essential. Effective implementation of new technologies can support all of these
areas, but only when one first understands the issues that local stakeholders face and
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takes a human-centered approach to implementation.
I hope to join the Durham Technical Community College Board of Trustees to engage
with current projects and support DTCC in ongoing improvement through this next era of
higher education. Hillsborough is my home and I m surrounded by friends and family in
the area. I want to do everything I can to foster health and wellness throughout our
community, and my background provides me with the skills to accomplish this through
education.
Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards:
N/A
Boards/Commissions applied for:
Durham Technical Community College Board of Trustees
Background, education and experience relevant to this board:
I have worked in higher education since 2007. 1 earned my MA in Communication and Education
at Teachers College, Columbia University in 2012. 1 then founded a teaching and learning center
at the college where I was working and have pursued many improvement projects as the
Director of Learning Technologies. In recent years, I have been working toward earning an EdD
in Entrepreneurial Leadership in Education. Much of my research is on designing and
implementing community-based change initiatives.
Reasons for wanting to serve on this board:
I believe that community colleges provide the best opportunities in the higher education
ecosystem to support students at risk through innovative programming and community
partnerships.
Contribution to the diversity of viewpoints on this board:
I have worked in education and technology for roughly fifteen years and my prior work was in the
visual design industry a€" both of which used design thinking strategies to inform human
centered approaches to problem solving. I would hope to bring my experience into the group and
also learn from other board members with a skill set deeply grounded in collaboration.
Conflict of Interest:
Boards/Commissions appointments:
Other Comments:
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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:
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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:
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Page 1 of 2 Prakash Sista
Volunteer Application
Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions
Name: Dr. Prakash Sista
Name Called:
Home Address: 302 Pitch Pine Ln.
Chapel Hill NC 27514
Phone: 919-949-7795
Email: peetmisc@gmail.com
Year of OC Residence: 2002
Township of Residence: Chapel Hill
Zone of Residence: C.H. City Limits
Gender Identity: Male
Ethnic Background: Asian American
Age Range: 60+
Community Activities/Organizational Memberships:
Life Member of Hindu Society of NC
Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards:
None
Boards/Commissions applied for:
Adult Care Home and Nursing Home Community Advisory Committee
Please explain how your background, education and experience is relevant to this board
My training as a PhD in microbiology and my career/background as a clinical research scientist
in the pharmaceutical healthcare field may provide unique perspectives to the activity of this
Board's deliberations of Adult Home and Nursing care.
Please explain your reasons for wanting to serve on this board
I have experienced closely, the trials and tribulations of elder care at home and in the Nursing
home, for my 90-yr old mother. The challenges are unique and opened my awareness to how
complex the issues are and therefore have resolved to volunteer my services in this area.
How would your particpation on this board contribute to the diversity of viewpoints?
I believe that my perspectives as a scientist can provide a measure of objectivity and scientific
method in problem solving challenges that must occupy this 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?
Advisory Board on Aging
Please explain how your background, education and experience is relevant to this board
My background and training is perhaps less important for this role, but I believe that my age of
68 is more relevant to perspectives that I could bring to this Board
Please explain your reasons for wanting to serve on this board
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My own aging and my perspectives as a clinical researcher could provide different perspectives
to the activity of this Board
How would your particpation on this board contribute to the diversity of viewpoints?
As stated above, I would bring perspectives shaped by my mang decades of scientific research
and scientific methods to this Board's deliberations.
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?
Durham Technical Community College Board of Trustees
Please explain how your background, education and experience is relevant to this board
My advanced graduate degree gives me the credentials to contribute to this education-centric
Board activity. I also have been active in the sphere of Biotechnology for the last several
decades and can provide unique biotech-industry perspectives to the deliberations of the Board.
Please explain your reasons for wanting to serve on this board
My goal is to volunteer to the cause of educating for the future and apply my skills for the
betterment of education.
How would your particpation on this board contribute to the diversity of viewpoints?
My participation would contribute to the diversity of viewpoints as I am a foreign-born and
educated citizen-scientist that can bring unique perspectives to the table and discussions.
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:
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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?
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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
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Board and Commission Members
And Vacant Positions
Durham Technical Community College Board of'Trustees
Meeting Times: 3:00 pm Varies Contact Person:Toni R.Brown
Meeting Place: Lyon Board Room,Durham Tech Main Campus Contact Phone: 919-536-7200 ext.6003
Positions: 2 Length:4 years Terms: 2
Description: §Must be a concerned Orange County resident that has an understanding of the adult education needs in Orange County and
is committed to lifelong learning. Must be a team member committed to working toward a common mission and goals.
Should also be able to attend at least 4 meetings per year,three of which will be held in Durham.
§Participate in the development and revision of DTCC policies.
§Create general policies that provide guidance for the President and staff as they pursue the role and mission of DTCC
§Ensure that the College has in place an effective system for planning and evaluation that uses results of evaluation to
improve the college.
§Establish and terminate educational programs of the College based upon thorough documentation of need for new programs,
and performance data regarding existing curriculums.
§Function as ambassadors for the College to the community and serve as a channel for information from the community to the
College President.
§Ensure that the College assets are well maintained
Secure adequate financial resources to support the College's goals
Earl McKee
1 First Appointed: 02/21/2023
Gender Identity: Male Township: Little River Current Appointment: 12/12/2023
Ethnic Background: White Residency Req: Expiration: 12/31/2024
Age Range: Special Repr: Orange County BOCC Number of Terms:
Mrs. Janet Hadar
2 First Appointed: 09/20/2022
Gender Identity: Female Township: Chapel Hill Current Appointment: 09/20/2022
Ethnic Background: White Residency Req: Expiration: 06/30/2024
Age Range: 35-59 Special Repr: BOCC Appointee Number of Terms:
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Applicant Interest Listing by Board Name and by Applicant Name
Contact Person: Toni R.Brown
Durham Technical Community College Board of Tru Contact Phone: 919-536-7200 ext.6003
Mr. Christopher Barnes
Gender Identity: Male Date Applied: 02/08/2023
Ethnic Background: White Township: Cedar Grove
Age Range: 35-59 Zone of Residence: County
Also Serves On:
Alexander Fowler
Gender Identity: Male Date Applied: 02/07/2024
Ethnic Background: White Township: Cheeks
Age Range: 18-34 Zone of Residence: Town of Mebane City Limits
Also Serves On:
Dr Fayaz Khazi
Gender Identity: Male Date Applied: 09/10/2022
Ethnic Background: Asian American Township: Chapel Hill
Age Range: 35-59 Zone of Residence: County
Also Serves On:
Tiffiley Marley
Gender Identity: Female Date Applied: 12/07/2023
Ethnic Background: African American Township: Hillsborough
Age Range: 35-59 Zone of Residence: Hillsborough Town Limits
Also Serves On:
Ms. Jennifer Phillips
Gender Identity: Female Date Applied: 11/10/2022
Ethnic Background: White Township: Hillsborough
Age Range: 35-59 Zone of Residence: Hillsborough Town Limits
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:
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Applicant Interest Listing by Board Name and by Applicant Name
Contact Person: Toni R.Brown
Durham Technical Community College Board of Tru Contact Phone: 919-536-7200 ext.6003
Dr. Prakash Sista
Gender Identity: Male Date Applied: 12/31/2023
Ethnic Background: Asian American Township: Chapel Hill
Age Range: 60+ Zone of Residence: C.H.City 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:
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