HomeMy WebLinkAboutRES-2024-064-Resolution of Commendation for Commissioner Anna Richards ORANGE COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
RESOLUTION OF COMMENDATION
FOR
COMMISSIONER ANNA RICHARDS
WHEREAS , Anna Richards was appointed to the Board of County Commissioners in
September 2021 , and the residents of Orange County elected her 2022 ; and
WHEREAS , Commissioner Richards has served the residents of Orange County
regardless of geographic location faithfully and with honor , integrity , and
distinction for the past three years ; and
WHEREAS , Commissioner Richards was integral in the creation of the Climate Action
Plan , the Strategic Plan , and the drafting of the 2050 land use plan ,
documents that will provide a guide for future County leaders as they address
affordable housing , economic development , education , and environmental
concerns ; and
WHEREAS , Commissioner Richards took special interest in the needs of youth and in
social and racial justice , and advocated for the people of Orange County as a
representative to NACo ( National Association of County Commissioners ) ; and
WHEREAS , Commissioner Richards shared her talent for leadership and public service
through her work on numerous boards and commissions , including the
Alcoholic Beverage Control Board , Burlington Graham Metropolitan Planning
Organization Transportation Advisory Committee , Jordan Lake One Water
Coalition , County Behavioral Health Task Force , Orange County Partnership
for Young Children Board of Directors , Visitors Bureau Advisory Board ,
Family Success Alliance Advisory Council , Justice Advisory Council ,
Chamber for a Greater Chapel Hill - Carrboro Board of Directors , Triangle Area
Rural Planning Organization (TARPO ) Transportation Advisory Committee ,
Intergovernmental Parks Work Group , Legislative Issues Work Group , and
the Strategic Communications Work Group , among others ; and
WHEREAS , Commissioner Richards was recognized by The Chamber for a Greater
Chapel Hill - Carrboro with its 2023 Public- Private Partnership Award ,
NOW, THEREFORE , BE IT RESOLVED that the Orange County Board of Commissioners
officially commends Anna Richards for her hard work , dedication , and
exemplary service to the people of Orange County , and wishes her and her
family the very best in their future endeavors .
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that this resolution be presented to Anna Richards and that
the Resolution be spread upon the minutes of this meeting .
This the 19th day of November , 2024 .