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HomeMy WebLinkAboutAgenda - 03-11-2025; 7 - Orange County Planning Board – Appointments Discussion 1 ORANGE COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS ACTION AGENDA ITEM ABSTRACT Meeting Date: March 11, 2025 Action Agenda Item No. 7 SUBJECT: Orange County Planning Board — Appointments Discussion DEPARTMENT: Board of Commissioners ATTACHMENT(S): INFORMATION CONTACT: Member and Applicant Summary Sheet Clerk's Office, 919-245-2125 Applications of Members for Reappointment Applications of Applicants Membership Roster Applicant Interest List Annual Work Plan PURPOSE: To discuss appointments to the Orange County Planning Board. BACKGROUND: The Planning Board studies Orange County and surrounding areas to determine objectives in the development of the County. It prepares and recommends plans to achieve that development, including the suggesting of policies, ordinances, and procedures. It reviews development applications and makes recommendations to the Board of Commissioners. The Board of County Commissioners appoints all twelve (12) members. The Planning Board does not make recommendations for appointments. The following individuals and positions are presented for Board consideration: NAME POSITION TYPE OF EXPIRATION DESCRIPTION APPOINTMENT DATE TERM Statler Gilfillen Eno Township Second Full Term 03/31/2028 Whitney At-Large Second Full Term 03/31/2028 Watson Elizabeth At-Large Second Full Term 03/31/2028 Bronson BOCC Cedar Grove First Full Term 03/31/2028 Appointee Township BOCC At-Large Partial Term 03/31/2026 Appointee 2 If the positions listed above are filled, no vacancies remain. 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 Orange County Planning Board. 3 Orange County Planning Board Members and Applicants Name Member or Applicant? Gender Identity Race/Ethnic Background Age Range Township Also Serves on Adam Beeman Member Male White Cedar Grove Meg Millard Member Female Other 60+ Little River Lamar F.Proctor,Jr. Member Male White 35-59 Cheeks Steven Kaufmann Member Male Other 60+ Bingham Chris Johnston Member Male White 18-34 Hillsborough Hillsborough Planning Board StatlerGilfillen Member Male White 60+ Eno Charity Kirk Member Female White 35-59 Chapel Hill Whitney Watson Member Male White 60+ Cheeks Delores Bailey Member Female African American 60+ Chapel Hill Elizabeth Bronson Member Female White 18-34 Cheeks Orange County Board of Adjustment Elizabeth Kalies Member Female White 35-59 Chapel Hill VACANT John Brown Applicant Male White 35-59 Chapel Hill Ana Garcia-Turner Applicant Female Hispanic 35-59 Chapel Hill Jonah Garson Applicant Male White 35-59 Chapel Hill Thomas Grasty Applicant Male White 35-59 Chapel Hill Affordable Housing Advisory Board Gregory Husketh Applicant Male White 35-59 Hillsborough Orange County Parks&Recreation Council Othlone McCalla Applicant Male African American 35-59 Cheeks Orange County Housing Authority Board William Miller Applicant Male White 35-59 Chapel Hill Christopher Moore Applicant Male White 18-34 Bingham Affordable Housing Advisory Board Andrew(Kyle)Myers Applicant Male White 35-59 Cedar Grove Orange County Board of Adjustment Felix Ortiz Applicant Male Hispanic 60+ Chapel Hill Noah Ranells Applicant Male Other 60+ Bingham Agricultural Preservation Board Kaji Rashad Applicant Male Other 18-34 Cheeks Saru Salvi jApplicant Female African American 60+ Hillsborough Board of Equalization and Review Gary Sawhney jApplicant Male Asian American 60+ Chapel Hill Venkat Yendapalli jApplicant Male Other 35-59 Cedar Grove 4 Page 1 of 2 Statler Gilfillen Volunteer Application Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions Name: Mr. Statler Gilfillen Name Called: Home Address: 3302 St. Mary's Road Hillsborough NC 27278 Phone: 919-732-6123 Email: statlergilfillen@hotmail.com Year of OC Residence: 2007 Township of Residence: Cedar Grove Zone of Residence: Gender Identity: Male Ethnic Background: White Age Range: 60+ Community Activities/Organizational Memberships: Past vice chair of Orange County Historic Board Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards: Orange County Historic Board Boards/Commissions applied for: Orange County Planning Board (REQUIRES DISCLOSURE STATEMENT) Background, education and experience relevant to this board: Over 25 years as registered Architect involved in planning, design and construction. wwwGilfillenArchitect.Wordpress.com. Reasons for wanting to serve on this board: To be of service and because I believe my background can be of service to the planning board Contribution to the diversity of viewpoints on this board: Although I turned 70 this year in Istanbul on assignment, I have three teenage children, two currently attending and one graduated from the Orange County Schools. I believe that my experiences and family gives me a unique and youthful outlook on people and life. Start with a desire to listen and understand diverse viewpoints. Then use my extensive personal and professional experience to create and work toward practical solutions of common goals. I welcome the challenge of serving as a volunteer in an area I have no specific experience. As a registered Architect MBA, I bring global, human, historic and environmental views with special expertise in accessible design and historic preservation. I have specific experience of successfully completing professional work for Orange County Asset Management. Conflict of Interest: Throughout my career as an Architect I have always been diligent to follow the law and fully disclose even the potential perception of what might be any conflict. Currently, I maintain an office for the practice of Architecture in Orange County. During the last 2 years I have provided services to Orange County Asset Management where I 5 Page 2 of 2 Statler Gilfillen have provides services on a number of studies and small projects. Some of those studies and/or projects were: Study: Decision to build new jail compared to renovating existing jail. Study: Buy/Lease for existing space Study: Physical Assessment Old Town Hall in Chapel Hill and created web site http://www.0IdTownHalINC.wordpress.com Space modifications, bid packages and establishing standards for future modifications. Renovations to the Board of Elections Design and construction of 5 Single use toilets Design and Construction of Nitrogen Tank in Orange County building for Seal-the-Seasons, Hillsborough I maintain a professional web site at: www.GiIfiIlenArchitect.Wordpress.com Boards/Commissions appointments: Other Comments: -Member Preservation North Carolina -Registered Architect: North Carolina -Certificate Holder National Council of Architectural Registration Boards (NCARB), Certificate -Extensive background in Architecture, Preservation, and Architectural History. STAFF COMMENTS: Originally applied for Historic Preservation Commission 2/18/2010. ADDRESS VERIFICATION: 3302 St. Mary's Road, Hillsborough, Eno township, OC jurisdiction. This application was current on: 4/13/2021 Date Printed: 4/22/2021 6 Page 1 of 2 Whtiney Watson Volunteer Application Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions Name: Mr Whtiney Watson Name Called: Home Address: 2119 Doe Run Rd Mebane NC 27302 Phone: 3146042197 Email: whitneyw1 @earthlink.net Year of OC Residence: 2012 Township of Residence: Cheeks Zone of Residence: County Gender Identity: Male Ethnic Background: White Age Range: 60+ Community Activities/Organizational Memberships: Habitat for Humanity volunteer. Member of Hillsborough United Methodist Church. Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards: None Boards/Commissions applied for: Orange County Broadband Task Force Background, education and experience relevant to this board: I work for the NC Museum of History and stay current on technology to make visitor experiences rich and engaging. In addition, I have lived in two different areas of Orange Co where broadband was available and where it is not, so have directly experienced the benefits and detriments of availability. The digital divide impacts my economic, personal, and business activities. Reasons for wanting to serve on this board: This is an important opportunity to help Orange Co. find alternative solutions to a problem that should have been solved long ago. While some solutions may no longer be within the ability of OC to solve, that does not mean we should not consider other methods of bring broadband to the rural parts of OC. Contribution to the diversity of viewpoints on this board: As a resident that has experienced both sides of the broadband issue, I can relate first hand to issues involved. I have sufficient technical background and education to understand the technology. My work provides daily challenges to find innovative and cost effective solutions to problems. Conflict of Interest: 7 Page 2 of 2 Whtiney Watson Orange County Planning Board (REQUIRES DISCLOSURE STATEMENT) Background, education and experience relevant to this board: My interest in planning began in college through majors in sociology and anthropology. I read quite a bit about organization of cities and communities including needed infrastructure. Since college I have lived in multiple cities and towns across the US and have experienced how those entities attempted to provide a better place for their citizens to live and work. I now serve as exhibition designer for the NC Museum of History. I am constantly reminded of how our past created our present and influences our future. Exhibitions must make similar choices as planners; allocating space, providing engaging experiences, allowing for exploration and education within the available resources of time and money. Reasons for wanting to serve on this board: Having grown up in Elon College and in the intervening years seen the development overtake that humble and friendly town, I wanted to bring some of that perspective and my own experience to the discussion of how my community will grow. Recent experiences in Cheeks Township with the new developments along Lebanon Rd in particular make me want to be part of the conversation with citizens, developers, and governmental leaders. Contribution to the diversity of viewpoints on this board: I know that my ethnicity and age put me into the majority of citizens in western Orange County. I believe that my life experiences from small town (Eton)to major city(San Francisco) can help broaden consideration of a wide range of ideas related to the future of Orange Co. Conflict of Interest: Boards/Commissions appointments: Other Comments: This application was current on: 12/31/2020 10:03:49 AM Date Printed: 1/15/2021 8 Page 1 of 2 Elizabeth Bronson Volunteer Application Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions Name: Elizabeth Bronson Name Called: Home Address: 1221 Buckhorn Rd Mebane NC 27302 Phone: 9199235136 Email: Beth.bronson@live.com Year of OC Residence: 1987 Township of Residence: Cheeks Zone of Residence: County Gender Identity: Female Ethnic Background: White Age Range: 18-34 Community Activities/Organizational Memberships: NC Democratic Party Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards: none Boards/Commissions applied for: Orange County Planning Board (REQUIRES DISCLOSURE STATEMENT) Background, education and experience relevant to this board: Raised in Orange County, and returned over ten years ago to finish undergraduate degree. Obtained a BA from UNC-Chapel Hill in Management and Society and performed a case study on the public/private partnership of OWASA for a senior project. I have always been interested in the historical background of this area. I am very familiar with the centralized location of Orange County within the Triangle and Triad and the important role we play in setting precedents for responsible development in surrounding municipalities. Reasons for wanting to serve on this board: It is my wish to serve, and represent, my community in an impactful capacity. I believe that younger generations are not adequately represented in local government and it is my goal to become a voice for civic engagement, even if the topics aren t sexy. Having spent the last 100 days deep diving into publicly available documents on future land use 5€" I have come to learn a great deal about the how the Planning Board advises County Commissioners to make decisions based on plans and objectives previously laid out, and incorporating public concerns. Contribution to the diversity of viewpoints on this board: Understanding and communicating the viewpoints of others is a skillset of mine. Having always been interested in why people make the decisions they do, my profession requires me to find a data driven middle ground. I offer the fresh perspective of a rural resident who very much wants to see economic development bring prosperity to historically underserved communities. Conflict of Interest: My perceived COI is that I live in a rural residential area subject to industrial development. 9 Page 2 of 2 Elizabeth Bronson Orange County Board of Adjustment(REQUIRES DISCLOSURE STATEMENT) Background, education and experience relevant to this board: My educational focus provides insight into why people, in life and in business, make the decisions they do. My professional growth in clinical research has made me a rigorous seeker of truth and explanatory language. Reasons for wanting to serve on this board: I would like to bring a fresh perspective to the BoA. While adhering to the As Orange County continues to largely decide objectives of future growth in height and urban sprawl is going to look, it is my intention to participate as a rural representative in whatever capacity I can serve. It is quite apparent that the pressures of local governance are to, above all else, place the interests of its constituents in the foreground of all decision making. My educational and professional background will aid County Commissioners in their deliberative process, and I will be able to carry out the necessary work required to make informed decisions. Contribution to the diversity of viewpoints on this board: Understanding and communicating the viewpoints of others is a skillset of mine. Having always been interested in why people make the decisions they do, my profession requires me to find a data driven middle ground. I offer the fresh perspective of a rural resident who very much wants to see economic development bring prosperity to historically underserved communities. Conflict of Interest: My perceived COI is that I live in a rural residential area subject to industrial development. Boards/Commissions appointments: Other Comments: This application was current on: 2/11/2021 8:17:35 PM Date Printed: 2/15/2021 10 Page 1 of 2 John Brown Volunteer Application Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions Name: Mr. John Brown Name Called: Home Address: 5900 Mount Sinai Rd. Durham NC 27705 Phone: 860-993-9354 Email: JJBrown0058@att.net Year of OC Residence: 2023 Township of Residence: Chapel Hill Zone of Residence: County Gender Identity: Male Ethnic Background: White Age Range: 35-59 Community Activities/Organizational Memberships: Member of the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks, Connecticut/Lodge #19. Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards: None Boards/Commissions applied for: Orange County Planning Board Please explain how your background, education and experience is relevant to this board I have been working in IT organizations for several large businesses for over 30 years. This work has allowed me to develop interpersonal communication and project management skills, as well as fundamental understanding of what it means to be part of a team to be successful. My BBA degree is Finance, and my MBA is in Marketing. Please explain your reasons for wanting to serve on this board I have been interested in being more involved in my community for a while. This led me to join the Benevolent Protective Order of Elks when I lived in Connecticut. When my wife and I moved back to her hometown (Durham)we built our home on her great grandparents' property, I have been looking for a way to be more involved with our community. How would your particpation on this board contribute to the diversity of viewpoints? While my extended family has deep roots to the area, I bring a newcomer's perspective to work for the future of our community. I recognize and appreciate the importance of traditions, as they are the ribbons that tie one generation to the next. 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 11 Page 2 of 2 John Brown While living in Connecticut, I volunteered for the state chapter of the National History Day committee. I participated as a judge for high school students submission for the state wide competition and submission to the national competition. I am very passionate about history and I feel this passion would be beneficial to the committee. Please explain your reasons for wanting to serve on this board I enjoy history and believe that by preserving it for future generations is a window to our past (right or wrong) and a lighthouse to our future. How would your particpation on this board contribute to the diversity of viewpoints? By being someone new to this part of our country, I would absorb the history of orange county. Then from that perspective would contribute to what a visitor or new resident would like to learn about their new community. Fun fact, until I moved here, I didn t know about the Orange County Speedway and how Mr. France wanted to build his next superspeedway here. Also I didn t know that General Sherman accepted the remaining Confederate Army surrender at Bennett Place. 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 As child growing up, our town s park and recreation department provided a lot fun experiences to me. While I am today a more passive participant(Pickleball and Golf), I believe that the county s investment plays a big role in developing people and our community. Please explain your reasons for wanting to serve on this board Really just looking to more involved and since I do participate in Pickleball program, I would like give back some of my time. How would your particpation on this board contribute to the diversity of viewpoints? As a new resident, I would bring that perspective to the committee. 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: 7/9/2024 5:53:20 PM Date Printed: 7/12/2024 12 Page 1 of 2 Ana Garcia-Turner Volunteer Application Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions Name: Ana Garcia-Turner Name Called: Home Address: 411 Robin Rd. Chapel Hill NC 27516 Phone: 919-612-5116 Email: amgarciaturner@gmail.com Year of OC Residence: 1993 Township of Residence: Chapel Hill Zone of Residence: County Gender Identity: Female Ethnic Background: Hispanic Age Range: 35-59 Community Activities/Organizational Memberships: Currently volunteer as part of the St John Precinct's Democratic Party. Previous Human Relations Commission member (two terms). Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards: Human Relations Commission member at large 2017-2023 Boards/Commissions applied for: Advisory Board on Aging Please explain how your background, education and experience is relevant to this board As the daughter of a 95 year old mom, I believe my experiences assisting her along with my time on the HRC allow me to bring insight and help guide how best to ensure there are services/access and communication processes to the older/mature residents in Orange Co. Please explain your reasons for wanting to serve on this board As a maturing resident within Orange Co, I want to both help build and plan for the aging population's needs based on available resources and current knowledge of services that improve the individual's requirements for quality of life. How would your particpation on this board contribute to the diversity of viewpoints? As a Hispanic woman, I would bring my upbringing into the conversation/discussion on how to best include and address my group's best interests. Do you have any personal or business interest(s)that could create a conflict of interest (either real or perceived) if you are appointed to this board? Orange County Planning Board Please explain how your background, education and experience is relevant to this board Planning is something I do on a daily basis while working on clinical trials. From organizing the review of the studies to be undertaken and editing of the various manuals and files used to ensure the protection of humans. My role is 100% based on planning what is best for the 13 Page 2 of 2 Ana Garcia-Turner company I work for to execute the studies. As an auditor, I review the data in front of me to confirm the cleanliness and completeness of the sites conducting our studies. I believe these skills and experiences will be a value add to this commission. Please explain your reasons for wanting to serve on this board As a prior HRC member at large, I've had to sit and listen to our county's residents discuss various issues, including concerns on how we as a county are changing the landscape of Orange Co. My hopes are to be part of the conversation to find a balance between the needs of our county and its residents wants/needs. How would your particpation on this board contribute to the diversity of viewpoints? I hope to bring a range of experiences, from work skills to a woman as specifically a Hispanic woman's view point to the table. 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? Jury Commission Please explain how your background, education and experience is relevant to this board I hope my involvement within the HRC, my experiences as a juror, and 30+yr residency align with the role being filled Please explain your reasons for wanting to serve on this board Interest to volunteer within the county. How would your particpation on this board contribute to the diversity of viewpoints? I am a Hispanic woman. I bring a range of experiences that may different from others who are currently on this commission. 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: 4/6/2017 Background, education and experience relevant to this board: I am bi-lingual in Spanish and English, have a deep understanding of Hispanic/Latino cultures and have worked with a wide range of individuals through my professional experiences at Duke University. Reasons for wanting to serve on this board: The desire to become involved within the community I have lived in for more than 20 years . Now that my children are growing up I want to be more involved with groups and organizations that I can add value to within Orange County. Conflict of Interest: Other Comments: This application was current on: 2/13/2024 1:21:48 PM Date Printed: 2/15/2024 14 Page 1 of 2 Jonah Garson Volunteer Application Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions Name: Jonah Garson Name Called: Home Address: 710 East Rosemary St. Apt. A Chapel Hill NC 27514 Phone: 919-619-5467 Email: jonahgarson@gmail.com Year of OC Residence: 1992 Township of Residence: Chapel Hill Zone of Residence: C.H. City Limits Gender Identity: Male Ethnic Background: White Age Range: 35-59 Community Activities/Organizational Memberships: - Governor's Appointee, North Carolina Education and Workforce Innovation Commission - International Advisory Board, Carolina Performing Arts - UNC Board of Visitors - Litigation Council, North Carolina Bar Association - District 18 Bar Association - First Vice Chair, North Carolina Democratic Party - Pro Bono General Counsel, E3 Camp - Chapel Hill-Carrboro NAACP Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards: None (though served on the Carrboro Parks and Recreation Board 10-15 years ago). Boards/Commissions applied for: Orange County Planning Board Please explain how your background, education and experience is relevant to this board I have a working familiarity with Chapter 160D of our general statutes (local planning and development regulation), along with interpretive issues regarding the same, from law practice. My practice in corporate law has given me broad experience in the structuring of effective public- private partnerships. This subject-area familiarity is germane to a board focused on the county s land use and development, holistically. My past and current political work (county and state party leadership), in Orange County and in a number of counties across North Carolina, has given me broad information inputs related to local planning and development policy, as well as experience in effective coalition development and stewardship across communities of interest. Generally, both my law practice and my political work have allowed me to develop skills and experience in conflict resolution, efficient negotiation, and consensus building. 15 Page 2 of 2 Jonah Garson Finally, I am an Orange County renter in my late 30s native to Chapel Hill. Much of my social and professional community, and the arts community of which was my primary social community for my 20s, is priced out of housing markets in the county. My choice to remain in the county means that, given my personal financial position, I will likely remain a renter for the foreseeable future. I think this perspective is useful. Please explain your reasons for wanting to serve on this board I care deeply about this county and about effective, community-informed stewardship of its growth. We have significant challenges and opportunities in creating an Orange County that allows all of its residents, businesses, and cultural institutions to thrive, and doesn t close the door on folks coming in from without. As someone who grew up here, received a public education here, and whose law practice is based here, I want to join in the Planning Board s good work and volunteer my labor to address collaboratively these challenges and opportunities. How would your particpation on this board contribute to the diversity of viewpoints? As noted above, I am a renter in my late 30s from Chapel Hill, living in Chapel Hill; my past and current civic political work in Orange County--in partisan politics and as a member of the executive committee of the Chapel Hill-Carrboro NAACP--has given me broad information inputs and I believe a fairly 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? As an attorney, I represented an organization which had a contract with the Town of Chapel Hill for its environmental/climate sustainability plan. I am involved in political work touching on land use and planning as a leader of the state Democratic Party. These are only potential conflicts; I think the risk that either presents an actual, real or perceived conflict of interest is low. Boards/Commissions appointments: Other Comments: This application was current on: 11/17/2024 10:16:32 AM Date Printed: 11/21/2024 16 Page 1 of 2 Thomas Grasty Volunteer Application Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions Name: Mr. Thomas Grasty Name Called: Home Address: 216 Vance Street Chapel Hill NC 27516 Phone: 213-804-5378 Email: tpgrasty@msn.com Year of OC Residence: 2017 Township of Residence: Chapel Hill Zone of Residence: C.H. City Limits Gender Identity: Male Ethnic Background: White Age Range: 35-59 Community Activities/Organizational Memberships: Government Affairs Committee, Orange Chatham Association of RealtorsA® Provides updates and plans events for members centering around important local issues that make a difference in our communities Board member, 2023-present North Carolina Realtors State Political Coordinator, 2024 Legislative Session Chapel Hill Board of Adjustment, Town of Chapel Hill Hears variance cases regarding the provisions of the Chapel Hill Land Use Management Ordinance Vice Chair, 2023-present Board member, 2018- present Preservation North Carolina Founded in 1939, Preservation North Carolina promotes and protects the buildings and landscapes of our state s diverse heritage Sustaining member, 2018-present Orange Literacy Independent, community-based, volunteer-driven organization dedicated to making literacy available to Orange County and neighboring residents Board member, 2018-present Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards: Chapel Hill Board of Adjustment, Town of Chapel Hill Hears variance cases regarding the provisions of the Chapel Hill Land Use Management Ordinance Vice Chair, 2023-present Board member, 2018-present Boards/Commissions applied for: Affordable Housing Advisory Board Please explain how your background, education and experience is relevant to this board University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill BA in Mass Communications &Journalism, 1986- 1990 IESE Business School-Paley Center Advanced Management Program AMP in Media, 2011 University of Southern California MA in Communications Management, 2009 Phillips Exeter Academy HS in English, 1983-1986 Please explain your reasons for wanting to serve on this board 17 Page 2 of 2 Thomas Grasty As a current member of the OCHAR (Orange Chatham Association of Realtors) Government Affairs Committee, I can attest that affordable housing has emerged as one of the most pressing issues facing homeowners in Orange and Chatham counties. I would very much like to be an active participant in that ongoing dialogue and work for an amiable outcome. How would your particpation on this board contribute to the diversity of viewpoints? As a newly-appointed North Carolina Realtors State Political Coordinator for the 2024 Legislative Session, I hope to be a conduit between Orange County and Raleigh on this issue to disseminate information and, ultimately, affect change. Do you have any personal or business interest(s)that could create a conflict of interest (either real or perceived) if you are appointed to this board? Orange County Planning Board Please explain how your background, education and experience is relevant to this board If appointed, I bring to the Orange County Planning Board more than 25 years' experience in an array of industries, including film, television (DreamWorks, VH1, HBO). I also have a startup under my belt which I successfully exited in 2014 (Stroome, the web's first collaborative video editing site). Since returning to my native North Carolina five years ago, I have been working in the residential real estate space, both in Chapel Hill as well as the broader Triangle area. I have degrees from UNC-Chapel Hill (BA/Journalism); University Southern California (MA/Communications Management); IESE Business School-Paley Center for Advanced Management(AMP in Media). Please explain your reasons for wanting to serve on this board Since 2017, 1 have served as a two-term member of the Chapel Hill Board of Adjustment. During that time, I have heard dozens of variance cases regarding the Chapel Hill Land Use Management Ordinance. As a member of that quasi-judicial body I've not only gained significant subject matter knowledge on land use management, I've developed quite an interest in the interpretation and development of policy around the town's land development programs and strategies. My primary interest in joining the Orange County Planning Board is to obtain a broader perspective beyond the "stone walls"of Chapel Hill. How would your particpation on this board contribute to the diversity of viewpoints? During my five years on the Chapel Hill Board of Adjustment I have been exposed to, and am acutely aware of, many of the topics I believe will come before the Orange County Planning Board (appropriate and acceptable land use strategies, environmental protection, affordable housing, economic development as well as addressing and servicing the "missing middle"). I view my appointment to the Planning Board as a way to continue developing an informed point of view that can impact the broader conversation across 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: Other Comments: This application was current on: 1/11/2024 2:22:22 PM Date Printed: 1/12/2024 18 Page 1 of 2 Gregory Husketh Volunteer Application Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions Name: Mr. Gregory Husketh Name Called: Home Address: 903 Ingram Ct. Hillsborough NC 27278 Phone: 984-484-4756 Email: ghusketh5@gmail.com Year of OC Residence: 2014 Township of Residence: Hillsborough Zone of Residence: Hillsborough Town Limits Gender Identity: Male Ethnic Background: White Age Range: 35-59 Community Activities/Organizational Memberships: Cub Scouts Pack 449 (son) Flag Football - Central Rec Center (Assistant Coach) Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards: N/A Boards/Commissions applied for: Orange County Parks and Recreation Council Please explain how your background, education and experience is relevant to this board I have an (almost) 8-year-old son and a wife who is a teacher. I have been a recruiter for the last 10 years and have worked from home for the last 4. 1 have a Bachelor s Degree in Industrial Technology. More than anything, I'd like to play a larger role in my community. I've also helped coach a few Little League teams and enjoy helping whenever possible. Please explain your reasons for wanting to serve on this board I have lived in the community with my family for 9 years. We appreciate the role that Parks and Rec plays and I want to contribute if possible. How would your particpation on this board contribute to the diversity of viewpoints? I am always open to other viewpoints and team discussions. I've lived in multiple communities and can give some outside perspective to the board. Do you have any personal or business interest(s)that could create a conflict of interest (either real or perceived) if you are appointed to this board? Orange County Planning Board Please explain how your background, education and experience is relevant to this board It would be interesting to be an internal part of planning to get a sense of the direction of the county. Please explain your reasons for wanting to serve on this board 19 Page 2 of 2 Gregory Husketh I have lived in the community with my family for 9 years. We appreciate the role that these boards play and I want to contribute if possible. How would your particpation on this board contribute to the diversity of viewpoints? I am always open to other viewpoints and team discussions. I've lived in multiple communities and can give some outside perspective to the board. Do you have any personal or business interest(s)that could create a conflict of interest (either real or perceived) if you are appointed to this board? Boards/Commissions appointments: Other Comments: This application was current on: 10/17/2023 11:46:19 AM Date Printed: 10/19/2023 20 Page 1 of 3 Othlone McCalla Volunteer Application Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions Name: Mr. Othlone McCalla Name Called: Home Address: 245 McClellan Trail Mebane NC 27302 Phone: 919-698-9046 Email: othlone@yahoo.com Year of OC Residence: 2023 Township of Residence: Cheeks Zone of Residence: Town of Mebane City Limits Gender Identity: Male Ethnic Background: African American Age Range: 35-59 Community Activities/Organizational Memberships: Community- none Organizational - NC Dept of Agriculture and Consumer Services (Environmental Technician) - North Carolina Home Inspector Licensure Board (Home Inspector ) Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards: None Boards/Commissions applied for: Orange County Housing Authority Please explain how your background, education and experience is relevant to this board So I spent 21yrs as an Educator teaching building construction and engineering drawing. I am also a licensed Home Inspector for the state of NC. In my spare time I watch Home construction and remodeling television series such as This Old House, HGTV etc where you get an appreciation for housing as one basic need for human beings. Please explain your reasons for wanting to serve on this board I would love to see residents in Orange county be afforded the right for decent, clean, safe and respectable housing solutions. How would your particpation on this board contribute to the diversity of viewpoints? One of my goals is to utilize my experience and training as a home inspector along with an eye for safety to ensure that the basic rights of residents is upheld. Do you have any personal or business interest(s) that could create a conflict of interest (either real or perceived) if you are appointed to this board? Orange County Planning Board Please explain how your background, education and experience is relevant to this board 21 Page 2 of 3 Othlone McCalla Professionally - Previously held the post of Head of Department for an Engineering Dept - Sat on many boards, presently in a role as International Director since 2018 -Volunteer as an administrator for an international training program since 2020 - Educator for 21 yrs - Parent Teachers Association President for 4yrs. Please explain your reasons for wanting to serve on this board Since May 2023,1 have called Mebane, and so it s my desire to be a part of the body that s helping to shape the development and growth within Orange County. I believe I can bring about fresh perspectives as to what can or may not work given my present role which requires daily commutes around the state.As I drive from county after county,) observe the success or lack there of development, infrastructure work,housing and the environment. I note the degradation of communities when basic infrastructure is not maintained, I see the impact of crime and violence. So much is observed, many of which need not be featured in our beloved community. How would your particpation on this board contribute to the diversity of viewpoints? As a state employee who spends hours driving across various counties and interacting with the public, I believe I bring to the table a friendly southern charm that the public wishes to experience. My insightfulness and depth of knowledge as an Educator, Inspector , administrator, avid reader and my vast experience on a multitude of issues could be viewed as great asset to the board. Do you have any personal or business interest(s) that could create a conflict of interest (either real or perceived) if you are appointed to this board? Orange Water&Sewer Authority Board of Directors 1. Please describe, generally, your reasons for wanting to serve on the OWASA Board of Directors. Water is life essentially. However, with development and housing, the matter of water availability, water usage, sewage and waste management becomes a precarious issue, as one can t exist without the other. Therefore, my desire to be a member is to be apart of that narrative that brings about an harmonious coexistence of both, while planning for the future and making those fiscal choices to bring about growth and sustainability. 2a. Please list/explain your experience, either professionally and/or from other boards/commissions that you have in the areas of budget, personnel, and management. Professionally - Previously held the post of Head of Department for an Engineering Dept -Sat on many boards, presently in a role as International Director since 2018 -Volunteer as an administrator for an international training program since 2020 - Educator for 21 yrs 2b. In addition to the experience listed in the question above, please list the work/volunteer experience/qualifications that would add to your expertise for this board. - Educator for 21 yrs - Degree in Environmental Science - Environmental Technician with NC Dept of Agriculture and Consumer Services 3. What do you understand OWASA's role to be regarding issues of growth and development? 22 Page 3 of 3 Othlone McCalla It s a delicate balance; on the one hand, you want to be encouraging growth and development of your county whilst mitigating or dealing with the consequences of that said development. 4. What do do you hope to accomplish if appointed? It s my hope to add insight and a different perspective on issues. While most persons might focus on the problems or the issues my preference or stance would be to focus on solutions. 5. Please indicate your availability to attend regularly scheduled meetings. Yes 6. How would your participation on this board contribute to the diversity of viewpoints? I would be more focused on solutions, while my experience as a teacher and administrator would be critical while interacting with the public, especially explaining technical information. Boards/Commissions appointments: Other Comments: This application was current on: 4/10/2024 10:47:51 PM Date Printed: 4/11/2024 23 Page 1 of 2 William Miller Volunteer Application Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions Name: Mr. William Miller Name Called: Home Address: 126 Graylyn Drive Chapel Hill NC 27516 Phone: 646-351-9916 Email: bill.miller@larkinsway.com Year of OC Residence: 2017 Township of Residence: Chapel Hill Zone of Residence: C.H. City Limits Gender Identity: Male Ethnic Background: White Age Range: 35-59 Community Activities/Organizational Memberships: Duke School, Trustee Scranton Girls Who Code, Founder Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards: have not served before Boards/Commissions applied for: Orange County Planning Board Please explain how your background, education and experience is relevant to this board I bring the experience of living in several communities, from urban to suburban to rural. I have developed educational programming in Pennsylvania Please explain your reasons for wanting to serve on this board I moved to Chapel Hill because the diversity and community felt accessible and relevant. As the area continues to grow we experience both the benefits of that growth and experience the challenges. I want to actively be a part of the solution. How would your particpation on this board contribute to the diversity of viewpoints? I applaud diversity and embrace it as a necessity. 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? Arts Commission Please explain how your background, education and experience is relevant to this board I have been involved in the arts since an early age, and have continued in that area in my business career-first in film and then in experiential art. Please explain your reasons for wanting to serve on this board 24 Page 2 of 2 William Miller I bring a deep understanding of how art transforms citizenry, energizes people, soothes the busy mind. How would your particpation on this board contribute to the diversity of viewpoints? "Life doesn't imitate art, it imitates bad television." My job will be to support good television, great art that sustains itself. 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: 4/26/2023 4:37:40 PM Date Printed: 4/28/2023 25 Page 1 of 2 Christopher Moore Volunteer Application Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions Name: Dr. Christopher Moore Name Called: Home Address: 6980 Bradshaw Quarry Rd. Mebane NC 27302 Phone: 740-404-9404 Email: chris@htllc.org Year of OC Residence: 2018 Township of Residence: Bingham Zone of Residence: County Gender Identity: Male Ethnic Background: White Age Range: 18-34 Community Activities/Organizational Memberships: I've completed EMT and fire training and now serve on Orange Grove as a volunteer FF/EMT, and part time at Hillsborough FD in a similar capacity. I also own businesses housed in Orange county. Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards: None Boards/Commissions applied for: Orange County Planning Board Please explain how your background, education and experience is relevant to this board I have a background as an educator, scientist, contractor, business owner, and member of the community. I hold a Ph.D Please explain your reasons for wanting to serve on this board I've faced hardship owning businesses in orange county and I see business being driven away, kindness being put on the backburner, and the welcoming nature of our community being stifled by our own rules and regulations. I want to serve as a voice for my neighbors and protect the community, while encouraging growth. How would your particpation on this board contribute to the diversity of viewpoints? I have a diverse background, coming from a lower-middle class family in Ohio, moving to the area to learn at one of our esteemed universities, and falling in love with the area. My viewpoint is unique in that I've lived in rough settings, rural, farming, and also in crowded metro areas. I've lived my life with family and friends from poor, underserved and diverse social and economic settings. I've also lived in the world of higher education and work well with people who can affect positive change by investing in the local area. My input, although only a small voice, I'd hope would be reflective of the diverse population in 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? 26 Page 2 of 2 Christopher Moore I own multiple businesses in orange county, including one that has been shuttered due to zoning issues. I will abstain from any matters directly associated with any of my business. Boards/Commissions appointments: Other Comments: This application was current on: 4/27/2023 2:59:33 PM Date Printed: 1/22/2024 27 Page 1 of 2 Andrew (Kyle) Myers Volunteer Application Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions Name: Mr. Andrew (Kyle) Myers Name Called: Home Address: 724 Joseph Rd. Hillsborough NC 27278 Phone: 919-801-4217 Email: Myers.ak@gmail.com Year of OC Residence: 2018 Township of Residence: Cedar Grove Zone of Residence: County Gender Identity: Male Ethnic Background: White Age Range: 35-59 Community Activities/Organizational Memberships: Girl Scout Troop 1226 Dad Hillsborough Elementary School volunteer/supporter Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards: N/A Boards/Commissions applied for: Orange County Board of Adjustment Please explain how your background, education and experience is relevant to this board I have a background in Project Management and Construction. I've worked in the private sector entitlement of large scale development projects. I've been in leadership roles for over 25 years at this point. Please explain your reasons for wanting to serve on this board Contribute positively to my community. How would your particpation on this board contribute to the diversity of viewpoints? I believe in principal centered leader and my perspective would bring diversity in that I understand both sides of the issues facing the board. Do you have any personal or business interest(s)that could create a conflict of interest (either real or perceived) if you are appointed to this board? I currently work for a regional general contractor that could perform work in Orange County. Orange County Planning Board Please explain how your background, education and experience is relevant to this board I have a background in Project Management and Construction. I've worked in the private sector entitlement of large scale development projects. I've been in leadership roles for over 25 years at this point. 28 Page 2 of 2 Andrew (Kyle) Myers Please explain your reasons for wanting to serve on this board Contribute positively to my community How would your particpation on this board contribute to the diversity of viewpoints? I believe in principal centered leader and my perspective would bring diversity in that I understand both sides of the issues facing the board. Do you have any personal or business interest(s) that could create a conflict of interest (either real or perceived) if you are appointed to this board? I currently work for a regional general contractor that may perform work in Orange County. Affordable Housing Advisory Board Please explain how your background, education and experience is relevant to this board I have a background in Project Management and Construction. I've worked in the private sector entitlement of large scale development projects. I've been in leadership roles for over 25 years at this point. Please explain your reasons for wanting to serve on this board Contribute positively to my community How would your particpation on this board contribute to the diversity of viewpoints? I believe in principal centered leader and my perspective would bring diversity in that I understand both sides of the issues facing the board. Do you have any personal or business interest(s) that could create a conflict of interest (either real or perceived) if you are appointed to this board? I currently work for a regional general contractor that could perform work in Orange County. Boards/Commissions appointments: Other Comments: This application was current on: 5/22/2023 7:03:21 PM Date Printed: 5/23/2023 29 Page 1 of 3 Felix Ortiz Volunteer Application Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions Name: Mr. Felix Ortiz Name Called: Home Address: 2200 Millikan Rd. Chapel Hill NC 27516 Phone: 919-903-4571 Email: spiritualift@aol.com Year of OC Residence: 2016 Township of Residence: Chapel Hill Zone of Residence: County Gender Identity: Male Ethnic Background: Hispanic Age Range: 60+ Community Activities/Organizational Memberships: I am semi retired and am looking to engage with the community and be a value add by leverageing my diverse experiential skils i ve acquired during my carreer within the hospitality industry (as a former restaurantoor), as well as my legal expereince in the entertainment industry and financial services sector. Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards: None to date Boards/Commissions applied for: Alcoholic Beverage Control Board Please explain how your background, education and experience is relevant to this board I've consulted as well as owned restaurants and understand as a business owner the challenges entrepreneurs a can face; the community obligations a business owner needs to be cognizant of in being a model business owner serving the needs of their community while balancing the self interest of being a profitable business Please explain your reasons for wanting to serve on this board It piques my interest to learn more about how the ABC municipal model works versus other state run liquor licensing authorities run. How would your particpation on this board contribute to the diversity of viewpoints? I believe as a former business owner I can provide a business owner s perspective and the challenges they face. Do you have any personal or business interest(s) that could create a conflict of interest (either real or perceived) if you are appointed to this board? Orange County Planning Board Please explain how your background, education and experience is relevant to this board 30 Page 2 of 3 Felix Ortiz With educational disciplines in Computer Science and Electrical Engineering, and extensive telecom industry experience, I can contribute and share my insights not just in traditional technologies, but also emerging technologies. During my tenure in the Legal Dept. as well as the Global Finance Dept at American Express in NY, I had the opportunity to work on a myriad of projects across the globe whereby I had to interact and liaison with multiple stakeholders in the private sector as well as government positions to navigate local ordinances, codes regulations to bring to fruition the building data centers, call centers, and expansion of administrative offices to support time to market company goals Please explain your reasons for wanting to serve on this board As a resident and member of teh Orange County community I have a vested interest in understanding and seeing how the county grows; to the extent I can assist in teh shaping og those goals, it would be an exciting opportunity. How would your particpation on this board contribute to the diversity of viewpoints? As a Latino professional, former business owner, current property owner, a father with a vested interest in my family s future in this community, and an extensive background in technology, legal, and business, I feel I bring a strong acumen in diverse points of view that can be leveraged for the betterment of our community 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? Arts Commission Please explain how your background, education and experience is relevant to this board As an art lover all my life raised in NYC, I was blessed with having a plethora of museums, galleries, and art installations throughout teh city to explore and experience. I witnessed firsthand the emergence of street artist Keith Haring, Jean-Michel Basquiat, (French artist) Invader, & Banksy leaving their artistic mark on the city. Having worked at American Express, often in teh spirit of goof corporate citizenship Amex would sponsor art centric events and festivals. During my tenure I worked on the support team to bring to fruition the Tribeca Film Festival as a post 9/11 revitalization effort to revitalize lower Manhattan; American Express auction of Annie Leibovitz s iconic portraits which included Demi Moore (Vanity cover), Whoopi Goldberg ina milk filled bath tub, Queen Elizabeth 11, etc.; Rene Soto revered NY underground tattoo artist who has left his imprint on Hip Hop icons like Tupac, Cypress Hills, Biggie Smalls, Boo Yaa Tribe, & a host of other urban music artist. Please explain your reasons for wanting to serve on this board NC has a rich history of artist that trace their roots back to our state ranging from Nina Simone, John Coltrane, Roberta Flack, Ava Gardner, Charlie Poole, teh Blue SKY Boys, Doc Watson, Earl Scruggs, all formidable contributors to their respective genres and natives of NC. And we overlooked such contemporaries like J. Cole, Fantasia, Anthony Hamilton, Angie Stone, Sunshine Anderson, Kelsey Lu, Nat Jones who helped shape James Brown unique funk music with his slick sax playing, a distinct trademark in James Brown sound, and the list goes on! Yet the world hardly knows they re all products of the Tar Heel state! Why is that? How would your particpation on this board contribute to the diversity of viewpoints? I would like to see how we can not just memorialize the artistic talents of NC rich artistic pioneers, but let the world now NC is where they are from! 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: 31 Page 3 of 3 Felix Ortiz Other Comments: This application was current on: 11/15/2024 11:16:02 AM Date Printed: 11/21/2024 32 Page 1 of 2 Noah Ranells Volunteer Application Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions Name: Dr. Noah Ranells Name Called: Home Address: 211 Fickle Creek Crossing Efland NC 27243 Phone: 919-619-9180 Email: nranells@gmail.com Year of OC Residence: 1999 Township of Residence: Bingham Zone of Residence: County Gender Identity: Male Ethnic Background: Other Age Range: 60+ Community Activities/Organizational Memberships: Carolina Farm Stewardship Association Member NC Farml-ink Director, Eastern NC Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards: Ag Preservation Board (Prior service) Planning Board (Prior service) Boards/Commissions applied for: Orange County Planning Board Please explain how your background, education and experience is relevant to this board I have worked in public service for the past 25+ years, including universities, as well as state, county, and town governments. My experience in environmental and agricultural positions includes water quality, environmental management, erosion control, agribusiness &farming, and planning &economic development. Please explain your reasons for wanting to serve on this board I have served in the past and wish to serve again to help provide input to planning processes in Orange County. How would your particpation on this board contribute to the diversity of viewpoints? As an agricultural professional and farmer, I seek to complement other perspectives on the OCPB. 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? Agricultural Preservation Board Please explain how your background, education and experience is relevant to this board I have worked in public service for the past 25+ years, including universities, as well as state, county, and town governments. My experience in environmental and agricultural positions includes water quality, environmental management, erosion control, agribusiness &farming, and planning &economic development. 33 Page 2 of 2 Noah Ranells Please explain your reasons for wanting to serve on this board I seek to offer perspectives from a direct to consumer farming enterprise. How would your particpation on this board contribute to the diversity of viewpoints? I seek objective analysis of issues facing farming and the ag community in 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? I am a farmer. Boards/Commissions appointments: Other Comments: STAFF NOTES: First apptd. to OCPB 10/2/02 to At-Large, unexpired term. Reappointed to At-Large 3/24/2003. Moved by BOCC action 5/18/04 to Bingham upon resig. of M.Tadd from that position, same day. Renewed application on 5/11/04 for Ag. Pres. Board. Nominated to serve on CPLUC, 5/8/02. Renewed app. for Orange County Planning Board on 3/11/02. 10/8/01 Interest letter update-no reply-made app inactive. Orig.app. 12/8/99 for Ag.Distr.Adv.Bd; Comm for the Envir.; O/C Planning Bd. UPDATED APPLICATION 10/08/2013: Applied for Agricultural Preservation Board. This application was current on: 5/24/2023 11:28:35 AM Date Printed: 5/30/2023 34 Page 1 of 3 Kaji Rashad Volunteer Application Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions Name: Kaji Rashad Name Called: Home Address: 7122 Stratified Ct. Mebane NC 27302 Phone: 772-494-3513 Email: rashadkaji@gmail.com Year of OC Residence: 2023 Township of Residence: Cheeks Zone of Residence: Town of Mebane City Limits Gender Identity: Male Ethnic Background: Other Age Range: 18-34 Community Activities/Organizational Memberships: Mentor@IBM (PathFinder) Volunteers@IBM Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards: N/A Boards/Commissions applied for: Orange County Planning Board Please explain how your background, education and experience is relevant to this board Background: I am an immigrant. I was born in Bangladesh but raised in Florida. I moved to NC (i.e., the RTP area) in 2019. My background exemplifies how I will bring a different mindset into the board. Experience: During my undergraduate career at the University of Florida (UF), I was on the planing board for Bangladeshi Student Association (BSA). During my tenure, I realized I enjoyed planning events. Therefore, I want to challenge myself by getting involved in the Orange County Planning Board . Education: I have formal education in Computer Engineering (BSc) and Computer Networking (MSCN). In simple English, I am an engineer at heart. One of the attributes of a high performing engineer is planning, planning, and planning. A well devised plan makes a difference between a successful outcome versus non successful outcome. Please explain your reasons for wanting to serve on this board My reasoning is simple: I want to give back to the community by volunteering my time. However, I specifically selected this board as my number one choice because I will enjoy what I am doing. As they say, you are at your best when you are enjoying your work. How would your particpation on this board contribute to the diversity of viewpoints? 35 Page 2 of 3 Kaji Rashad As stated in question one answer, I am an immigrant. Therefore, I will bring a different viewpoint into the board. Specifically, I will assist the board in making trade-offs since I am aware of third world versus first world community issues. 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 Background: I am an immigrant. I was born in Bangladesh but raised in Florida. I moved to NC (i.e., the RTP area) in 2019. My background exemplifies how I will bring a different mindset into the board. Experience: I do not have any specific experience in parks and recreation. As stated in the Orange County Planning Board answers , I do have planing experience. Therefore, I am wondering whether I can use such experience if I am elected into this board. On a tangent, I also have communication experience. At UF, I was the Professional Development Chair for the Association of Computer Engineers (ACE). I believe I can use my top notch communication skills in any board. Education: I have formal education in Computer Engineering (BSc)and Computer Networking (MSCN). In simple English, I am an engineer at heart. I feel an engineer is curious by nature pun intended ) hence I would like to volunteer into this board and take on a new challenge. Please explain your reasons for wanting to serve on this board In simple English, I am an avid supporter for complementary parks and recreation. I am purely interested in learning more about this board then contemplating on how/where I can help as a volunteer. How would your participation on this board contribute to the diversity of viewpoints? As stated in question one answer, I am an immigrant. Therefore, I will bring a different viewpoint into the board. Specifically, I will assist the board in making trade-offs since I am aware of third world versus first world community issues. (The above answer is a copy and paste from Orange County Planning Board Q3 ) 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 Background: I am an immigrant. I was born in Bangladesh but raised in Florida. I moved to NC (i.e., the RTP area) in 2019. My background exemplifies how I will bring a different mindset into the board. Experience: I do not have any specific experience in unified transportation board. As stated in the Orange County Planning Board answers , I do have planing experience. Therefore, I am wondering whether I can use such experience if I am elected into this board. On a tangent, I also have communication experience. At UF, I was the Professional Development Chair for the Association of Computer Engineers (ACE). I believe I can use my top notch communication skills in any board. Education: I have formal education in Computer Engineering (BSc)and Computer Networking (MSCN). In simple English, I am an engineer at heart. I feel an engineer is curious by nature hence I would like to volunteer into this board and take on a new challenge. 36 Page 3 of 3 Kaji Rashad (The above answer is a copy and paste from Orange County Parks and Recreation Council Q1 Please explain your reasons for wanting to serve on this board In simple English, I do contemplate on our transportation. I do contemplate on our infrastructure. I do want to help in fixing our outdated infrastructure (i.e., roads, bridges, etc.). I feel we made initial investment during the creation of our infrastructure but did not maintain it properly. How would your particpation on this board contribute to the diversity of viewpoints? As stated in question one answer, I am an immigrant. Therefore, I will bring a different viewpoint into the board. Specifically, I will assist the board in making trade-offs since I am aware of third world versus first world community issues. ( The above answer is a copy and paste from Orange County Planning Board Q3 ) 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: 7/22/2024 7:24:39 PM Date Printed: 7/24/2024 37 Page 1 of 3 Saru Salvi Volunteer Application Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions Name: Ms. Saru Salvi Name Called: Home Address: 506 Silver Fox Cir. Hillsborough NC 27278 Phone: 919-259-3323 Email: sarusalvi@nc.rr.com Year of OC Residence: 2004 Township of Residence: Hillsborough Zone of Residence: Hillsborough ETJ Gender Identity: Female Ethnic Background: African American Age Range: 60+ Community Activities/Organizational Memberships: Treasurer, Master Gardener Volunteer Association (501©(3) Training for VITA Senior Center BOER Alternate Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards: OC Affordable Housing Board, Advisory Board on Aging, BOER (exp 3/2025 - but have asked to serve again) Boards/Commissions applied for: Orange County Planning Board Please explain how your background, education and experience is relevant to this board I was a member of the Hillsborough Planning Board. My education is in business (MBA). As a minority, and with today's political climate, I am concerned that low income housing will become less of a priority. Please explain your reasons for wanting to serve on this board I hope that I can bring another point of view to the growth and housing in Orange County. How would your particpation on this board contribute to the diversity of viewpoints? I have lived in public housing with my children at one point in my life. My parents were professionals who served their community. I think that having experience being working class and low income has given me a unique background. I also have seen what gentrification can do to a neighborhood. 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? Economic Development Advisory Board (REQUIRES DISCLOSURE STATEMENT) Please explain how your background, education and experience is relevant to this board 38 Page 2 of 3 Saru Salvi My business background as an entrepreneur could help with understanding the small business needs. Please explain your reasons for wanting to serve on this board Actually, I think that I not only could give a different viewpoint, but I also think I could learn a lot from others on the board. How would your particpation on this board contribute to the diversity of viewpoints? As a minority and as an entrepreneur(retired), I would have a unique slant on business. 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: Advisory Board on Aging Application Date: 6/8/2022 Background, education and experience relevant to this board: I hold an MBA and an MS, Regulatory Affairs, and have managed project budgeting. When working, I was required to budget large multi-facet clinical trials for our department to assure that all elements were accounted for. For example, a cancer study requir Reasons for wanting to serve on this board: I enjoy sharing knowledge of resources and helping to make people s live a little easier. I just shared information about the VA Elder Care Program, so now her parents are going to receive an addition $1,800 a month. Very helpful since my friend was payin Conflict of Interest: Hillsborough Planning Board Application Date: 9/28/2021 Background, education and experience relevant to this board: I have been leaving in the Hillsborough extraterritorial Jurisdiction area since 2004. 1 have served as President of a HOA in Oceanside CA with more than 350 homes, dealing with the sub- divisions growth, enforcement and budgeting. I have an MBA in fin Reasons for wanting to serve on this board: As I move into retirement, which is planned for January 2021, 1 will have to time to dedicate to community activities. Conflict of Interest: Board of Equalization and Review Application Date: 6/8/2022 Background, education and experience relevant to this board: I hold an MBA, and have personally experienced an evaluation appeal. Reasons for wanting to serve on this board: There are so many people who own and live in homes for years if not generations. The rapid rise in property values is driving up property taxes. Conflict of Interest: 39 Page 3 of 3 Saru Salvi Affordable Housing Advisory Board Application Date: 10/12/2020 Background, education and experience relevant to this board: 990744288 Reasons for wanting to serve on this board: At one time I lived in public housing and received government housing assistance. Conflict of Interest: I understand the need for affordable housing. It can be very difficult to find, especially in an expensive area. I also understand the concerns of neighborhood people who are afraid to have lower income populations around them. Having experienced gove Other Comments: This application was current on: 1/15/2025 3:17:04 PM Date Printed: 1/15/2025 40 Page 1 of 2 Gary Sawhney Volunteer Application Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions Name: Mr. Gary Sawhney Name Called: Home Address: 3700 High Meadow Rd. Chapel hill NC 27514 Phone: 919-536-8877 Email: Gary.sawhney@gmail.com Year of OC Residence: 2003 Township of Residence: Chapel Hill Zone of Residence: County Gender Identity: Male Ethnic Background: Asian American Age Range: 60+ Community Activities/Organizational Memberships: I' m co-founder of NCIAP.org which is a non profit organization helping and providing hassle free health care to non insured and under insured. I am CFO of this organization which started 13 years ago. We have 2 clinic which sees more than 5000 patients per year. I'm involved with habitat of Orange County. I am working with religious Sikh and Hindu temples. Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards: None Boards/Commissions applied for: Orange County Planning Board Please explain how your background, education and experience is relevant to this board I have masters in life sciences and mba in finance. I have some ideas what can be done which can improve the life of Orange County residence. I am cofounder of Nclap.org which serves NC community for last 13 years without health insurance or under insured. Please explain your reasons for wanting to serve on this board I just retired and wants to give back to the community. How would your particpation on this board contribute to the diversity of viewpoints? With background of Indian origin and Sikh believes can help and add the value to the board. Do you have any personal or business interest(s)that could create a conflict of interest (either real or perceived) if you are appointed to this board? Orange County Parks and Recreation Council 41 Page 2 of 2 Gary Sawhney Please explain how your background, education and experience is relevant to this board I have masters in life sciences and mba in finance. I have some ideas what can be done which can improve the life of Orange County residence. I am cofounder of Nclap.org which serves NC community for last 13 years without health insurance or under insured. Please explain your reasons for wanting to serve on this board I just retired and wants to give back to the community. How would your particpation on this board contribute to the diversity of viewpoints? With background of Indian origin and Sikh believes can help and add the value to the board. Do you have any personal or business interest(s)that could create a conflict of interest (either real or perceived) if you are appointed to this board? Boards/Commissions appointments: Other Comments: This application was current on: 8/7/2024 9:36:27 AM Date Printed: 8/21/2024 42 Page 1 of 2 Venkat Yendapalli Volunteer Application Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions Name: Mr. Venkat Yendapalli Name Called: Home Address: 5004 NC Highway 86 N Hillsborough NC 27278 Phone: 919-800-7847 Email: veyendapalli@yahoo.com Year of OC Residence: 2023 Township of Residence: Cedar Grove Zone of Residence: County Gender Identity: Male Ethnic Background: Other Age Range: 35-59 Community Activities/Organizational Memberships: I am currently working as cyber security architect and a licensed real estate agent and general contractor. I have experience serving on HOA board of directors for several years. Currently serving as president of Arrowhead property owners association in Mebane, NC. I am interested in being part of Orange county boards and bring my diversified experience in corporate governance, risk management, cyber security and real estate fields. Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards: None Boards/Commissions applied for: Orange County Planning Board Please explain how your background, education and experience is relevant to this board I have extensive experience in real estate services dealing with housing, land sales, which enables me to understand pros, cons and risks with development applications, provide valuable input and compliment other board members. Attended and many development meetings in several counties in NC and other states. Please explain your reasons for wanting to serve on this board I want to be part of the group that cares about the development that creates job opportunities for OC residents and good living conditions for all citizens that live in OC. How would your particpation on this board contribute to the diversity of viewpoints? I am an Indian American with diverse experience, which can add to diversity and bring different view points to the board Do you have any personal or business interest(s) that could create a conflict of interest (either real or perceived) if you are appointed to this board? Affordable Housing Advisory Board 43 Page 2 of 2 Venkat Yendapalli Please explain how your background, education and experience is relevant to this board I have extensive experience in real estate services dealing with housing, land sales, which enables me to understand pros, cons and risks with development applications, provide valuable input and compliment other board members. Attended and many development meetings in several counties in NC and other states. Please explain your reasons for wanting to serve on this board I want to be part of the group that cares about the development that creates affordable communities for OC residents and affordable housing for all citizens that live in OC. How would your particpation on this board contribute to the diversity of viewpoints? I am an Indian American with diverse experience, which can add to diversity and bring different view points to the board Do you have any personal or business interest(s)that could create a conflict of interest (either real or perceived) if you are appointed to this board? Boards/Commissions appointments: Other Comments: This application was current on: 2/5/2025 11:50:00 AM Date Printed: 2/5/2025 44 Board and Commission Members And Vacant Positions Orange County Planning Board Meeting Times: 7:00 pm First Wednesday of every month Contact Person:Perdita Holtz&Jack Moran Meeting Place: TBD Contact Phone: 919-245-2578 Positions: 12 Length:3 years Terms: 2 Description: All members are appointed by the Board of Commissioners.This board studies Orange County and surrounding areas to determine objectives in the development of the County.It prepares and recommends plans to achieve that development, including the suggesting of policies,ordinances,and procedures.It reviews development applications and makes recommendations to the Board of Commissioners.It holds regular monthly meetings and may attend quarterly public hearings with the Board of Commissioners. Mr. Adam Beeman 1 First Appointed: 12/12/2017 Gender Identity: Male Township: Cedar Grove Current Appointment: 02/17/2022 Ethnic Background: White Residency Req: Cedar Grove Twnsp Expiration: 03/31/2025 Age Range: Special Repr: Cedar Grove Township Number of Terms: 2 Ms. Meg Millard 2 First Appointed: 10/15/2024 Gender Identity: Female Township: Little River Current Appointment: 10/15/2024 Ethnic Background: Other Residency Req: Little River Township Expiration: 03/31/2027 Age Range: 60+ Special Repr: Little River Township Number of Terms: 1 Lamar F. Proctor, Jr. 3 Chair First Appointed: 02/16/2021 Gender Identity: Male Township: Cheeks Current Appointment: 03/19/2024 Ethnic Background: White Residency Req: Cheeks Township Expiration: 03/31/2027 Age Range: 35-59 Special Repr: Cheeks Township Number of Terms: 2 Steven Kaufmann 4 First Appointed: 05/24/2022 Gender Identity: Male Township: Bingham Current Appointment: 03/19/2024 Ethnic Background: Other Residency Req: Bingham Township Expiration: 03/31/2027 Age Range: 60+ Special Repr: Bingham Township Number of Terms: 1 Chris Johnston 5 Vice-Chair First Appointed: 03/21/2023 Gender Identity: Male Township: Hillsborough Current Appointment: 03/21/2023 Ethnic Background: White Residency Req: Hillsborough Twnshp Expiration: 03/31/2026 Age Range: 18-34 Special Repr: Hillsborough Township Number of Terms: 1 Mr. Statler Gilfillen 6 First Appointed: 05/18/2021 Gender Identity: Male Township: Eno Current Appointment: 04/05/2022 Ethnic Background: White Residency Req: Eno Township Expiration: 03/31/2025 Age Range: 60+ Special Repr: Eno Township Number of Terms: 1 Friday,February 21,2025 Page 1 45 Board and Commission Members And Vacant Positions Orange County Planning Board Meeting Times: 7:00 pm First Wednesday of every month Contact Person:Perdita Holtz&Jack Moran Meeting Place: TBD Contact Phone: 919-245-2578 Positions: 12 Length:3 years Terms: 2 Ms Charity Kirk 7 First Appointed: 02/16/2021 Gender Identity: Female Township: Chapel Hill Current Appointment: 03/19/2024 Ethnic Background: White Residency Req: At-Large Expiration: 03/31/2027 Age Range: 35-59 Special Repr: At-Large Number of Terms: 2 Mr Whitney Watson 8 First Appointed: 02/16/2021 Gender Identity: Male Township: Cheeks Current Appointment: 02/17/2022 Ethnic Background: White Residency Req: At-Large Expiration: 03/31/2025 Age Range: 60+ Special Repr: At-Large Number of Terms: 1 Ms. Delores Bailey 9 First Appointed: 02/17/2022 Gender Identity: Female Township: Chapel Hill Current Appointment: 03/21/2023 Ethnic Background: African American Residency Req: At Large Expiration: 03/31/2026 Age Range: 60+ Special Repr: At-Large Number of Terms: 1 Elizabeth Bronson 10 First Appointed: 04/05/2022 Gender Identity: Female Township: Cheeks Current Appointment: 04/05/2022 Ethnic Background: White Residency Req: At-Large Expiration: 03/31/2025 Age Range: 18-34 Special Repr: At-Large Number of Terms: 1 Elizabeth Kalies 11 First Appointed: 03/21/2023 Gender Identity: Female Township: Chapel Hill Current Appointment: 03/21/2023 Ethnic Background: White Residency Req: Chapel Hill Twnshp Expiration: 03/31/2026 Age Range: 35-59 Special Repr: Chapel Hill Twnsp Number of Terms: 1 VACANT 12 First Appointed: Gender Identity: Township: Current Appointment: Ethnic Background: Residency Req: At-Large Expiration: 03/31/2026 Age Range: Special Repr: At-Large Number of Terms: Friday,February 21,2025 Page 2 46 Applicant Interest Listing by Board Name and by Applicant Name Contact Person: Perdita Holtz&Jack Moran Orange County Planning Board Contact Phone: 919-245-2578 Mr. John Brown Gender Identity: Male Date Applied: 07/09/2024 Ethnic Background: White Township: Chapel Hill Age Range: 35-59 Zone of Residence: County Also Serves On: Ana Garcia-Turner Gender Identity: Female Date Applied: 02/13/2024 Ethnic Background: Hispanic Township: Chapel Hill Age Range: 35-59 Zone of Residence: County Also Serves On: Jonah Garson Gender Identity: Male Date Applied: 11/17/2024 Ethnic Background: White Township: Chapel Hill Age Range: 35-59 Zone of Residence: C.H.City Limits Also Serves On: Mr. Thomas Grasty Gender Identity: Male Date Applied: 01/11/2024 Ethnic Background: White Township: Chapel Hill Age Range: 35-59 Zone of Residence: C.H.City Limits Also Serves On: Affordable Housing Advisory Board Mr. Gregory Husketh Gender Identity: Male Date Applied: 10/17/2023 Ethnic Background: White Township: Hillsborough Age Range: 35-59 Zone of Residence: Hillsborough Town Limits Also Serves On: Orange County Parks and Recreation Council Mr. Othlone McCalla Gender Identity: Male Date Applied: 04/10/2024 Ethnic Background: African American Township: Cheeks Age Range: 35-59 Zone of Residence: Town of Mebane City Limits Also Serves On: Orange County Housing Authority Board Friday,February 21,2025 Page 1 of 3 47 Applicant Interest Listing by Board Name and by Applicant Name Contact Person: Perdita Holtz&Jack Moran Orange County Planning Board Contact Phone: 919-245-2578 Mr. William Miller Gender Identity: Male Date Applied: 04/26/2023 Ethnic Background: White Township: Chapel Hill Age Range: 35-59 Zone of Residence: C.H.City Limits Also Serves On: Dr. Christopher Moore Gender Identity: Male Date Applied: 04/27/2023 Ethnic Background: White Township: Bingham Age Range: 18-34 Zone of Residence: County Also Serves On: Mr. Andrew (Kyle) Myers Gender Identity: Male Date Applied: 05/22/2023 Ethnic Background: White Township: Cedar Grove Age Range: 35-59 Zone of Residence: County Also Serves On: Affordable Housing Advisory Board Also Serves On: Orange County Board of Adjustment Mr. Felix Ortiz Gender Identity: Male Date Applied: 11/15/2024 Ethnic Background: Hispanic Township: Chapel Hill Age Range: 60+ Zone of Residence: County Also Serves On: Dr. Noah Ranells Gender Identity: Male Date Applied: 05/24/2023 Ethnic Background: Other Township: Bingham Age Range: 60+ Zone of Residence: County Also Serves On: Agricultural Preservation Board Also Serves On: Efland-Mebane SAP Implementation Focus Group(BOARD NOT CURRENTLY MEETING) Friday,February 21,2025 Page 2 of 3 48 Applicant Interest Listing by Board Name and by Applicant Name Contact Person: Perdita Holtz&Jack Moran Orange County Planning Board Contact Phone: 919-245-2578 Kaj i Rashad Gender Identity: Male Date Applied: 07/22/2024 Ethnic Background: Other Township: Cheeks Age Range: 18-34 Zone of Residence: Town of Mebane City Limits Also Serves On: Ms. Saru Salvi Gender Identity: Female Date Applied: 01/15/2025 Ethnic Background: African American Township: Hillsborough Age Range: 60+ Zone of Residence: Hillsborough ETJ Also Serves On: Board of Equalization and Review Mr. Gary Sawhney Gender Identity: Male Date Applied: 08/07/2024 Ethnic Background: Asian American Township: Chapel Hill Age Range: 60+ Zone of Residence: County Also Serves On: Mr. Venkat Yendapalli Gender Identity: Male Date Applied: 02/05/2025 Ethnic Background: Other Township: Cedar Grove Age Range: 35-59 Zone of Residence: County Also Serves On: Friday,February 21,2025 Page 3 of 3 49 ORANGE COUNTY BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS ANNUAL REPORT/ WORK PLAN Board/Commission Name: Planning Board Report Period: January 2024-December 2024 The Board of Commissioners appreciates the dedication of all the volunteers on their boards and commissions and welcomes input from various boards and commissions throughout the year. Please complete the following information, limited to the front and back of this form. Other background materials may be provided as a supplement to, but not as a substitute for, this form. Person to address the BOCC and contact information: Adam Beeman, Chair, (919) 563-0463, abeeman4784@yahoo.com (Note: the Planning Board elects a Chair and Vice-Chair every January; if the Chair changes in January 2025, the 2025 Chair would be the presenter) Primary County Staff Contact Person: Cy Stober, Planning Director; secondary contact: Perdita Holtz, Deputy Director— Long-Range Planning &Administration How many times per month does this board/commission meet, including any special meetings and sub-committee meetings? Generally once per month for a regular meeting + optional Ordinance Review Committee (ORC) or training session (ORC or training sessions occur on the same evening as the regular meeting several times a year). Brief Statement of Board/Commission's Assigned Charge and Responsibilities. Under the authority of NC General Statute, the BOCC created the Planning Board to embark upon a continuing planning program, including but not limited to the preparation and maintenance of a Comprehensive Plan for Orange County, in protection of the public health, safety, and general welfare of present and future residents and businesses, landowners and visitors. The duties of the Planning Board are listed in Section 1.6.3 of the Unified Development Ordinance, and reflect the duties and responsibilities charged to all jurisdictions by NCGS 160D. What are your Board/Commission's most important accomplishments? In 2024, the Planning Board accomplished the following: 50 • Reviewed and made a recommendation on the following applications: ■ Agricultural Support Enterprise - Conditional District rezoning "The Treeist" on Millhouse Road ■ Master Plan Development— Conditional District rezoning, Comprehensive Plan text and FLUM amendment, UDO text amendment - "Fiddlehead Corner" (multi-part application) — Morrow Mill Road in Bingham Township ■ General Commercial Conventional District Rezoning — Ruritan Club in Efland ■ Rural Residential Conventional District Rezoning — Frazier Road in Cheeks Township ■ Watershed Overlay District Amendments — two applications • Reviewed and made a recommendation on the following UDO Text Amendments: ■ Tobacco and Hemp Retail Use ■ Regulatory Reform Compliance and Conformance ■ Landscaping Standards • Reviewed and took action on the following major subdivision Concept Plans: ■ Williams Glen (Lawrence Road in Eno Township) ■ Stonewall (Miller Road in Hillsborough Township) • Reviewed and made on recommendation on the following major subdivision Preliminary Plats: ■ Williams Glen (Lawrence Road in Eno Township) ■ Stonewall (Miller Road in Hillsborough Township) • Briefings and input on the Orange County Land Use Plan 2050 • Briefing on the Climate Action Plan • Discussion of Public Notification Requirements contained in the LIDO • Planning Board and staff enhanced community engagement and communication, particularly on the Land Use Plan 2050 project List of Specific Tasks, Events, or Functions Performed or Sponsored Annually. • Monthly Planning Board meetings • Ordinance Review Committee (ORC) meetings and special meetings as required • Review applications for Unified Development Ordinance text amendments, Zoning Atlas amendments, and major subdivisions, and provide recommendations to the BOCC • Develop and recommend policies, ordinances, administrative procedures and other means for carrying out plans • Coordinate with staff on ongoing planning updates, changes, and new techniques 51 Describe this board/commission's activities/accomplishments in carrying out BOCC goal(s)/priorities, if applicable. The Planning Board is involved in the ongoing implementation of the 2030 Comprehensive Plan and any potential regulatory revisions resulting from updates to BOCC priorities, particularly as described in the County's Strategic Plan. Describe the collaboration relationship(s) this particular board has with other advisory boards and commissions. In 2024, certain other boards/commissions were invited to a Planning Board meeting to hear a briefing on the Land Use Plan 2050 project from the consultant, ask questions, and provide comments. Identify any activities this board/commission expects to carry out in 2025 as they relate to established BOCC goals and priorities. If applicable, is there a fiscal impact (i.e., funding, staff time, other resources) associated with these proposed activities (please list). The Board will continue its work in partnership with staff to further BOCC priorities, some of which may emerge at the January 2025 BOCC retreat. The following list is not in priority order: 1. Orange County Land Use Plan 2050: Work on this plan is on-going and expected to continue into 2026. 2. UDO Amendments: In response to a petition by a BOCC member, Planning staff anticipates bringing forward UDO amendments pertaining to conservation subdivisions in early 2025. 3. Legislative Changes: Amend regulations as necessary in response to legislative changes at the State level. 4. Continue Training for Planning Board Members: Planning staff will continue to offer training to Planning Board members on an as-needed basis (including the 5-module training for newly appointed members). Suggestions on additional topics for training are welcome. 5. 2025 BOCC Retreat: Any priorities that emerge at the January 2025 BOCC retreat. What are the concerns or emerging issues your board has identified for the upcoming year that it plans to address, or wishes to bring to the Commissioners' attention? 1. Wireless and Broadband Access: Wireless and broadband access continues to be a challenge in many portions of Orange County. 2. Growth of Mebane into Western Orange County: The continued growth of 52 Mebane has created uncertainty for area residents. More formal communications, relationships, and/or agreements with Mebane should be pursued to ensure residents have a better idea of future plans and growth areas. 3. Water and Sewer Management, Planning, and Boundary Agreement Map Amendments / Reconciliation of Future Land Use Map (FLUM)/Zoning Lines: There are discrepancies in these maps that should be addressed. The County should work with WASMPBA partners to bring forward amendments to reconcile discrepancies in the WASMPBA "Primary Service Area," County Future Land Use Map (FLUM)/Zoning lines, and any discrepancies on similar municipal maps. The Town of Hillsborough is anticipated to initiate an update to the WASMPBA to ensure consistency with their adopted plans. 4. Watershed Review and Implications of County vs. State Watershed Delineations: Review the County and State watershed delineation lines and the implications of current differences, including stormwater standards. Be mindful of any lessened watershed protection measures. 5. Rural Enterprises: As part of the analysis for the Land Use Plan 2050, determine need to address innovative water & sewage disposal issues in the Rural Activity Nodes (RANs) to encourage development in these nodes. Evaluate non- residential acreage thresholds in both the existing Comprehensive Plan and the UDO to better enable retail services or other uses in identified RANs. 6. Transportation Issues: As part of the analysis for the Land Use Plan 2050, determine if rural "transit oriented development" could be hubs of transit located in the rural community nodes. Focus should be on transit dependent populations and their connection to other transit infrastructure, and account for implementation of the North-South Bus Rapid Transit line between Hillsborough and Chapel Hill. 7. Long-Term Planning for Potable Water and Waste Disposal: Planning for potable water and waste (wastewater and solid waste) should continue to be a topic for study (i.e., supportive infrastructure analysis) and potential discussion with public and non-profit utility providers as growth in Orange County continues. This could serve both economic development and affordable housing concerns.