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HomeMy WebLinkAboutAgenda - 09-10-2024; 6 - Animal Services Hearing Panel Pool – Appointments Discussion 1 ORANGE COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS ACTION AGENDA ITEM ABSTRACT Meeting Date: September 10, 2024 Action Agenda Item No. 6 SUBJECT: Animal Services Hearing Panel Pool — Appointments Discussion DEPARTMENT: Board of Commissioners ATTACHMENT(S): INFORMATION CONTACT: Member and Applicant Summary Sheet Clerk's Office, 919-245-2125 Applications of Persons for Reappointment Applications of Other Applicants Membership Roster Applicant Interest List PURPOSE: To discuss appointments to the Animal Services Hearing Panel Pool. BACKGROUND: The charge of the Animal Services Hearing Panel Pool is to hear appeals concerning violations of the Orange County Code of Ordinances, Chapter 4 ("Animal Control Ordinance"), as provided in the Orange County Code of Ordinances, Section 4-53 Appeals and also potentially dangerous dog appeals as prescribed by NC General Statute §67-4.1(c). It is the responsibility of pool members to conduct fair and impartial hearings for these appeals and they will receive training in both law and proper procedure prior to participating in a hearing. The Board of County Commissioners appoints twelve (12) members, with representation from various fields. There are also two (2) members representing the Towns of Carrboro, Chapel Hill, and Hillsborough. The following individuals and positions are presented for Board consideration: NAME POSITION TYPE OF EXPIRATION DESCRIPTION APPOINTMENT DATE TERM Pam C. At-Large Second Full Term 09/30/2027 Schwentner Unincorporated Cynthia J. Veterinarian Second Full Term 09/30/2027 Stubbs BOCC At-Large Partial Term 03/31/2026 Appointee Unincorporated If the individuals listed above are appointed, the following vacancies remain: 2 POSITION EXPIRATION VACANCY INFORMATION DESIGNATION DATE Town of 03/31/2026 Vacant since 03/31/2023 Carrboro Town of 03/31/2027 Vacant since 03/31/2024 Carrboro Town of Chapel 03/31/2026 Vacant since 03/31/2023 Hill Town of 03/31/2025 Vacant since 03/31/2022 Hillsborough Public Health 03/31/2026 Vacant since 03/31/2023 Field At-Large 03/31/2025 Vacant since 03/31/2022 At-Large 03/31/2026 Vacant since 03/31/2023 FINANCIAL IMPACT: There is no financial impact associated with this item. ALIGNMENT WITH STRATEGIC PLAN: There are no Orange County Strategic Plan Goals applicable to this item. RECOMMENDATION(S): The Manager recommends that the Board discuss appointments to the Animal Services Hearing Panel Pool. 3 Animal Services Hearing Panel Pool Members and Applicants Name Member or Applicant? Gender Identity Race/Ethnic Background Age Range Township Also Serves on Michael Delafield Member Male White 35-59 Chapel Hill Animal Services Advisory Board Mark J.Solomon Member Male White 35-59 Hillsborough Thomas Gambill Member Male White 60+ Bingham Meggie Remick Member Female White 18-34 Chapel Hill Lynne DuBose Member Female White 60+ Eno Animal Services Advisory Board Pam C.Schwenter Member Female White 35-59 Cedar Grove Cynthia J.Stubbs Member Female White 35-59 Little River Dawn Roberts Member Female White 35-59 Cedar Grove Animal Services Advisory Board Allan Polak Member Male White 35-59 Chapel Hill Animal Services Advisory Board Deborah Hill Member Female White 35-59 Chapel Hill Animal Services Advisory Board VACANT VACANT VACANT VACANT VACANT VACANT VACANT VACANT James Wheeler Applicant Male White 35-59 Little River 4 Orange County, NC Boards & Commissions Submit Date: Jul 01, 2021 Application Form Profile Pam C Schwentner First Name Middle Initial Last Name pamschwentner@gmail.com Email Address 715 Harolds N Field Dr Home Address Suite or Apt Cedar Grove NC 27231 City State Postal Code Home: (919) 260-7176 Primary Phone What Township do you live in? W Cedar Grove Property Zone County-Agricultural Residential Community Involvement I have been a volunteer dog trainer at the APS of Orange County. Currently I teach dog sports at a Wake County based dog sports club.Team Coordinator for formerly known Hillsborough Sharks, now Hillsborough Hogs Hockey team based at the Orange County Sportsplex. Hog Day participant representing Duke Urgent Care at a booth at Hog Day pre Covid. Which Boards would you like to apply for? Animal Services Hearing Panel Pool: Submitted Interests & Experiences Relevant Experience Board #1 For the past 5 years I have owned a reactive dog. Unfortunately, she was euthanized this year for behavior, however over the past 5 years I have taken countless courses, read countless articles and participated in training of reactive dogs. Wlth history as a dog owner for over 30 years I have lived on both sides of the reactive/dangerous dog world. Several of my dogs have been certified therapy dogs while others were barely able to function outside the home. My background includes dogs of many breeds and mixes. From this experience I can sympathize with owners as well as the general public with regards to issues of dog behavior/human reaction. Pam C Schwentner 5 Reasons Want to Serve Board #1 Community service is important. No matter where I have lived I have tried to participate in making my community a better place to live. Sometimes a board member at the HOA, volunteer training of dogs or health issues, coaching sports for youth, church activities. When I saw the opening on the board I felt my recent history and education with reactive dogs made perfect sense as a place of service for my current situation. Diversity of Viewpoints Board #1 I have owned both purebred and mixed breed dogs, friendly and reactive dogs, large and small dogs. For the past 15 years I have lived in Orange county. 2 residences were rural and 1 was urban. I can sympathize and understand many different aspects of animal/human and animal/animal interactions. Conflict of Interest Board #1 The only conflict I can consider is that I chose to euthanize my dog for behavior reasons over the past year. It was the hardest decision I have ever had to make. Relevant Experience Board #2 Reasons Want to Serve Board #2 Diversity of Viewpoints Board #2 Conflict of Interest Board #2 Reasons Want to Serve Board #3 Relevant Experience Board #3 Diversity of Viewpoints Board #3 Conflict of Interest Board #3 Past Service Pam C Schwentner 6 Demographics We ask your help in assuring diversity of membership by answering the following questions: Age Range V 35-59 OC Ethnicity rJ White OC Gender Identity fJ Female Ethics Guidelines Ethics Guidelines for Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions I agree by my signature below that, if appointed, I pledge to comply with the following ethics guidelines for advisory boards and commissions as adopted by the Orange County Board of Commissioners. • Conflict of Interest 1. During advisory board meetings, a member shall immediately disclose any potential conflict of interest and request to be excused from voting when he or she has a conflict of interest. 2. During appeal proceedings, the applicant has the right to question the interest of any voting member. The advisory board chair should consult with the County Attorney or staff attorney on any potential conflict of interest in appeal matters. 3. In determining from existing facts and circumstances whether a conflict of interest exists the determining party shall consider the facts and circumstances as would an ordinary and reasonable person exercising prudence, discretion, intelligence, and due care. • Gifts 1. An advisory board member shall not directly or indirectly ask, accept, demand, exact, solicit, seek, assign, receive, or agree to receive any gift or honorarium for the advisory board member, or for another person, in return for being influenced in the discharge of the advisory board member's official responsibilities. 2. This section shall not apply to gifts or awards authorized by Orange County Policies, Resolutions, or Ordinances. • Code of Ethics 1. Advisory board members should act with integrity and with independence from improper influence as they exercise the functions of their offices. Characteristics and behaviors that are consistent with this standard are: 1. Adhering firmly to a code of sound values. 2. Behaving consistently and with respect towards everyone with whom they interact. 3. Exhibiting trustworthiness. 4. Living as if they are on duty as appointed officials regardless of where they are or what they are doing. 5. Using their best independent judgment to pursue the common good as they see it, presenting their opinions to all in a reasonable, forthright, consistent manner. Pam C Schwentner 7 6. Remaining incorruptible, self-governing, and not subject to improper influence, while at the same time being able to consider the opinions and ideas of others. 7. Disclosing contacts and information about issues that they receive outside of public meetings, and refraining from seeking or receiving information about quasi-judicial matters outside of the quasi-judicial proceedings themselves. 8. Treating other advisory boards and advisory board members and the public with respect, and honoring the opinions of others even when they disagree. 9. Being careful not to reach conclusions on issues until all sides have been heard. 10. Showing respect for their appointed office and not behaving in ways that reflect badly on the office, the advisory board, Orange County, or the Orange County Board of Commissioners. 11. Recognizing that they are part of a larger group and acting accordingly. 12. Recognizing that individual board members are not generally allowed to act on behalf of the board, but may only do so if the board specifically so authorizes, and that the board must take official action as a body. 13. Being faithful in the performance of the duties of their offices. 14. Acting as especially responsible residents whom others can trust and respect. 15. Faithfully attending and preparing for meetings. 16. Carefully analyzing all credible information that is properly submitted to them, and when applicable, being mindful of the need not to engage in communications outside the meeting in quasi-judicial matters. 17. Being willing to bear their fair share of the board's workload. 18. To the extent appropriate, they should be willing to put the board's interests ahead of their own and shall avoid the appearance of a conflict of interest and shall, under no circumstances, use their position on any board for personal gain or profit. 2. Members of the Planning Board, Board of Adjustment, Economic Development Commission, and Board of Equalization and Review shall upon initial appointment, and prior to December 31 annually thereafter, disclose: 1. Any interest he or she or his or her spouse or domestic partner has in real property situated in whole or in part in Orange County and the general description of that property. 2. Any legal, equitable, beneficial or contractual interest he or she or his or her spouse or domestic partner has in any business, firm or corporation, which is currently doing business with Orange County pursuant to contracts awarded by Orange County, or which is attempting, or has attempted in the past calendar year, to secure the award of a bid from Orange County or the approval of any Board or Agency of Orange County. 3. Failure to file a disclosure statement setting out the above required information shall result in immediate removal of the member from the applicable board. I agree with the Above Statement By checking this box I certify that this serves as an electronic version of my signature, for the sole purposes of this form. V I Agree Pam C Schwentner 8 Orange County, NC Boards & Commissions Submit Date: Jun 30, 2021 Application Form Profile Cynthia J Stubbs First Name Middle Initial Last Name pmfcjs@gmail.com Email Address 4911 Hunt Rd Home Address Suite or Apt Hillsborough NC 27278 City State Postal Code Mobile: (770) 722-1107 Primary Phone What Township do you live in? V Little River Property Zone County-Agricultural Residential Community Involvement Orange County Extension Master Gardener Volunteer since 2012, Member of the Hillsborough Farmers' Market Which Boards would you like to apply for? Animal Services Advisory Board: Submitted Animal Services Hearing Panel Pool: Submitted Interests & Experiences Relevant Experience Board #1 I am a veterinarian with 26 years of experience in small animal medicine. Reasons Want to Serve Board #1 I would like to contribute/give back my time to this community.This seems like an opportunity that would fit me. Having served on the Human Relations Commission, I am looking to reengage at the County level. Cynthia J Stubbs 9 Diversity of Viewpoints Board #1 I am an animal lover yet also a farmer, recognizing the economic as well as the social value of animals. Conflict of Interest Board #1 None. I am not currently working at a veterinary hospital in this county. Relevant Experience Board #2 Reasons Want to Serve Board #2 Diversity of Viewpoints Board #2 Conflict of Interest Board#2 Reasons Want to Serve Board #3 Relevant Experience Board #3 Diversity of Viewpoints Board #3 Conflict of Interest Board #3 Past Service I previously served on the Human Relations Commission in Orange County. Demographics We ask your help in assuring diversity of membership by answering the following questions: Age Range V 35-59 Cynthia J Stubbs 10 OC Ethnicity rJ White OC Gender Identity V Female Ethics Guidelines Ethics Guidelines for Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions I agree by my signature below that, if appointed, I pledge to comply with the following ethics guidelines for advisory boards and commissions as adopted by the Orange County Board of Commissioners. • Conflict of Interest 1. During advisory board meetings, a member shall immediately disclose any potential conflict of interest and request to be excused from voting when he or she has a conflict of interest. 2. During appeal proceedings, the applicant has the right to question the interest of any voting member. The advisory board chair should consult with the County Attorney or staff attorney on any potential conflict of interest in appeal matters. 3. In determining from existing facts and circumstances whether a conflict of interest exists the determining party shall consider the facts and circumstances as would an ordinary and reasonable person exercising prudence, discretion, intelligence, and due care. • Gifts 1. An advisory board member shall not directly or indirectly ask, accept, demand, exact, solicit, seek, assign, receive, or agree to receive any gift or honorarium for the advisory board member, or for another person, in return for being influenced in the discharge of the advisory board member's official responsibilities. 2. This section shall not apply to gifts or awards authorized by Orange County Policies, Resolutions, or Ordinances. • Code of Ethics 1. Advisory board members should act with integrity and with independence from improper influence as they exercise the functions of their offices. Characteristics and behaviors that are consistent with this standard are: 1. Adhering firmly to a code of sound values. 2. Behaving consistently and with respect towards everyone with whom they interact. 3. Exhibiting trustworthiness. 4. Living as if they are on duty as appointed officials regardless of where they are or what they are doing. 5. Using their best independent judgment to pursue the common good as they see it, presenting their opinions to all in a reasonable, forthright, consistent manner. 6. Remaining incorruptible, self-governing, and not subject to improper influence, while at the same time being able to consider the opinions and ideas of others. 7. Disclosing contacts and information about issues that they receive outside of public meetings, and refraining from seeking or receiving information about quasi-judicial matters outside of the quasi-judicial proceedings themselves. 8. Treating other advisory boards and advisory board members and the public with respect, and honoring the opinions of others even when they disagree. 9. Being careful not to reach conclusions on issues until all sides have been heard. Cynthia J Stubbs 11 10. Showing respect for their appointed office and not behaving in ways that reflect badly on the office, the advisory board, Orange County, or the Orange County Board of Commissioners. 11. Recognizing that they are part of a larger group and acting accordingly. 12. Recognizing that individual board members are not generally allowed to act on behalf of the board, but may only do so if the board specifically so authorizes, and that the board must take official action as a body. 13. Being faithful in the performance of the duties of their offices. 14. Acting as especially responsible residents whom others can trust and respect. 15. Faithfully attending and preparing for meetings. 16. Carefully analyzing all credible information that is properly submitted to them, and when applicable, being mindful of the need not to engage in communications outside the meeting in quasi-judicial matters. 17. Being willing to bear their fair share of the board's workload. 18. To the extent appropriate, they should be willing to put the board's interests ahead of their own and shall avoid the appearance of a conflict of interest and shall, under no circumstances, use their position on any board for personal gain or profit. 2. Members of the Planning Board, Board of Adjustment, Economic Development Commission, and Board of Equalization and Review shall upon initial appointment, and prior to December 31 annually thereafter, disclose: 1. Any interest he or she or his or her spouse or domestic partner has in real property situated in whole or in part in Orange County and the general description of that property. 2. Any legal, equitable, beneficial or contractual interest he or she or his or her spouse or domestic partner has in any business, firm or corporation, which is currently doing business with Orange County pursuant to contracts awarded by Orange County, or which is attempting, or has attempted in the past calendar year, to secure the award of a bid from Orange County or the approval of any Board or Agency of Orange County. 3. Failure to file a disclosure statement setting out the above required information shall result in immediate removal of the member from the applicable board. I agree with the Above Statement By checking this box I certify that this serves as an electronic version of my signature, for the sole purposes of this form. V I Agree Cynthia J Stubbs 12 Page 1 of 2 James Wheeler Volunteer Application Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions Name: Mr. James Wheeler Name Called: Home Address: 2926 Little River Dr. Hillsborough NC 27278 Phone: 310-801-5841 Email: jameswheeler.2009@gmail.com Year of OC Residence: 2024 Township of Residence: Little River Zone of Residence: County Gender Identity: Male Ethnic Background: White Age Range: 35-59 Community Activities/Organizational Memberships: Member of various nursing organizations Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards: None Boards/Commissions applied for: Board of Health Please explain how your background, education and experience is relevant to this board Over 20 years working in healthcare. 15 years working as a nurse. Over four years working in nursing leadership. Please explain your reasons for wanting to serve on this board I want to improve health literacy and advocacy in the community. How would your particpation on this board contribute to the diversity of viewpoints? I have lived all over the country and have experienced various opportunities and viewpoints in my career. 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? Animal Services Hearing Panel Pool Please explain how your background, education and experience is relevant to this board College educated with MBA. Have adopted pets from shelters since 2014. Please explain your reasons for wanting to serve on this board As above. How would your particpation on this board contribute to the diversity of viewpoints? Provide a unique perspective to help with animal rights and advocacy. 13 Page 2 of 2 James Wheeler 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? Commission for the Environment Please explain how your background, education and experience is relevant to this board As above. Please explain your reasons for wanting to serve on this board I have a very strong interest in preserving our environment and educating regarding climate change. How would your particpation on this board contribute to the diversity of viewpoints? I have a diverse education from living in LA and around the country. 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: 8/10/2024 5:55:51 PM Date Printed: 8/21/2024 14 Board and Commission Members And Vacant Positions Animal Services Hearing Panel Pool Meeting Times: As Needed As Needed Contact Person:Dr.Sandra Strong&Holly Pittman Meeting Place: TBD Contact Phone: 919-942-7387 Positions: 18 Length:3 years Terms: 2 Description: To hear appeals from violations of the Orange County Code of Ordinances,Chapter 4("Animal Control Ordinance"),as provided in the Orange County Code of Ordinances,Section 4-53 Appeals. To hear appeals as prescribed by N.C.Gen.Stat. §67-4.1(c). To protect the health,safety and welfare of Orange County residents and the animals residing in Orange County. Conduct fair and impartial hearings of appeals of potentially dangerous dog declaration and any other appeals as may be required by the Animal Control Ordinance. VACANT 1 First Appointed: Gender Identity: Township: Current Appointment: Ethnic Background: Residency Req: Carrboro Expiration: 03/31/2026 Age Range: Special Repr: Town of Carrboro Number of Terms: VACANT 2 First Appointed: Gender Identity: Township: Current Appointment: Ethnic Background: Residency Req: Carrboro Expiration: 03/31/2027 Age Range: Special Repr: Town of Carrboro Number of Terms: Mr. Michael Delafield 3 First Appointed: 06/20/2023 Gender Identity: Male Township: Chapel Hill Current Appointment: 06/20/2023 Ethnic Background: White Residency Req: Chapel Hill Expiration: 03/31/2025 Age Range: 35-59 Special Repr: Town of Chapel Hill Number of Terms: VACANT 4 First Appointed: Gender Identity: Township: Current Appointment: Ethnic Background: Residency Req: Chapel Hill Expiration: 03/31/2026 Age Range: Special Repr: Town of Chapel Hill Number of Terms: Dr. Mark J. Solomon 5 First Appointed: 03/16/2021 Gender Identity: Male Township: Hillsborough Current Appointment: 03/19/2024 Ethnic Background: White Residency Req: Hillsborough Expiration: 03/31/2027 Age Range: 35-59 Special Repr: Town of Hillsborough Number of Terms: 2 VACANT 6 First Appointed: Gender Identity: Township: Current Appointment: Ethnic Background: Residency Req: Hillsborough Expiration: 03/31/2025 Age Range: Special Repr: Town of Hillsborough Number of Terms: Thursday,August 29,2024 Page 1 15 Board and Commission Members And Vacant Positions Animal Services Hearing Panel Pool Meeting Times: As Needed As Needed Contact Person:Dr.Sandra Strong&Holly Pittman Meeting Place: TBD Contact Phone: 919-942-7387 Positions: 18 Length:3 years Terms: 2 VACANT 7 First Appointed: Gender Identity: Township: Current Appointment: Ethnic Background: Residency Req: Orange County Expiration: 03/31/2026 Age Range: Special Repr: Public Health Field Number of Terms: Mr. Thomas Gambill 8 First Appointed: 03/19/2024 Gender Identity: Male Township: Bingham Current Appointment: 03/19/2024 Ethnic Background: White Residency Req: Orange County Expiration: 03/31/2027 Age Range: 60+ Special Repr: Public Safety Field Number of Terms: 1 VACANT 9 First Appointed: Gender Identity: Township: Current Appointment: Ethnic Background: Residency Req: Orange County Expiration: 03/31/2025 Age Range: Special Repr: At-Large Number of Terms: VACANT 10 First Appointed: Gender Identity: Township: Current Appointment: Ethnic Background: Residency Req: Orange County Expiration: 03/31/2026 Age Range: Special Repr: At-Large Number of Terms: Meggie Romick 11 First Appointed: 03/19/2019 Gender Identity: Female Township: Chapel Hill Current Appointment: 03/19/2024 Ethnic Background: White Residency Req: Orange County Expiration: 03/31/2027 Age Range: 18-34 Special Repr: At-Large Number of Terms: 2 Mrs. Lynne DuBose 12 First Appointed: 06/20/2023 Gender Identity: Female Township: Eno Current Appointment: 06/20/2023 Ethnic Background: White Residency Req: Orange County Expiration: 03/31/2025 Age Range: 60+ Special Repr: At-Large Unincorporated County Number of Terms: Thursday,August 29,2024 Page 2 16 Board and Commission Members And Vacant Positions Animal Services Hearing Panel Pool Meeting Times: As Needed As Needed Contact Person:Dr.Sandra Strong&Holly Pittman Meeting Place: TBD Contact Phone: 919-942-7387 Positions: 18 Length:3 years Terms: 2 VACANT 13 First Appointed: Gender Identity: Township: Current Appointment: Ethnic Background: Residency Req: Orange County Expiration: 03/31/2026 Age Range: Special Repr: At-Large Unincorporated County Number of Terms: Pam C. Schwentner 14 First Appointed: 10/05/2021 Gender Identity: Female Township: Cedar Grove Current Appointment: 10/05/2021 Ethnic Background: White Residency Req: Orange County Expiration: 09/30/2024 Age Range: 35-59 Special Repr: At-Large Unincorporated County Number of Terms: 1 Cynthia J Stubbs 15 First Appointed: 10/05/2021 Gender Identity: Female Township: Little River Current Appointment: 10/05/2021 Ethnic Background: White Residency Req: Orange County Expiration: 09/30/2024 Age Range: 35-59 Special Repr: Veterinarian Number of Terms: 1 Dawn Roberts 16 First Appointed: 06/20/2023 Gender Identity: Female Township: Cedar Grove Current Appointment: 06/20/2023 Ethnic Background: White Residency Req: Orange County Expiration: 03/31/2026 Age Range: 35-59 Special Repr: Animal Services Advisory Board Member Number of Terms: 1 Allan Polak 17 First Appointed: 05/18/2021 Gender Identity: Male Township: Chapel Hill Current Appointment: 06/20/2023 Ethnic Background: White Residency Req: Orange County Expiration: 03/31/2025 Age Range: 35-59 Special Repr: Animal Services Advisory Board Member Number of Terms: 1 Deborah Hill 18 First Appointed: 03/19/2024 Gender Identity: Female Township: Chapel Hill Current Appointment: 03/19/2024 Ethnic Background: White Residency Req: Orange County Expiration: 03/31/2025 Age Range: 35-59 Special Repr: Animal Services Advisory Board Member Number of Terms: Thursday,August 29,2024 Page 3 17 Applicant Interest Listing by Board Name and by Applicant Name Animal Services Hearing Panel Pool Contact Person: Dr. Sandra Strom&Holly Pittm Contact Phone: 919-942-7387 Mr. James Wheeler Gender Identity: Male Date Applied: 08/10/2024 Ethnic Background: White Township: Little River Age Range: 35-59 Zone of Residence: County Also Serves On: Thursday,August 29,2024 Page 1 of 1