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HomeMy WebLinkAboutAgenda 03-10-2026; 6 - Board of Equalization and Review - Appointments Discussion 1 ORANGE COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS ACTION AGENDA ITEM ABSTRACT Meeting Date: March 10, 2026 Action Agenda Item No. 6 SUBJECT: Board of Equalization and Review —Appointments Discussion DEPARTMENT: Board of Commissioners ATTACHMENT(S): INFORMATION CONTACT: Member and Applicant Summary Sheet Clerk's Office, 919-245-2125 Applications of Applicants Membership Roster Applicant Interest List PURPOSE: To discuss appointments to the Board of Equalization and Review. BACKGROUND: The Board of Equalization and Review is a quasi-judicial body that hears appeals from residents concerning various property tax issues, including valuation and exemption appeals. The Board of Equalization and Review is charged with ensuring that all taxable property is appraised and assessed according to the standards required by the North Carolina General Statutes. The Board of County Commissioners appoints three (3) members, seven (7) alternates, and designates the Chair. Appointees serve two-year terms, but there is no limit to the number of terms they may serve. Since the work of this body is dependent on hearings, it has not historically submitted an Annual Work Plan. The Board of Equalization and Review does not make recommendations for appointments. The following positions are presented for Board consideration: NAME POSITION TYPE OF EXPIRATION DESCRIPTION APPOINTMENT DATE TERM BOCC Alternate Partial Term 03/31/2027 Appointee BOCC Alternate Partial Term 03/31/2027 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 Board of Equalization and Review. 3 Board of Equalization and Review Members and Applicants Name Member or Applicant? Gender Identity Race/Ethnic Background Age Range Township Also Serves on Saru Salvi Member Female African American 60+ Hillsborough Richal Vanhook Member Male African American 60+ Cedar Grove Leon Meyers Member Male White Eno Orange County Board of Adjustment Barbara Levine Member-Alternate Female White Chapel Hill Tony Blake Member-Alternate Male White 60+ Bingham Shannon Julian Member-Alternate Male White 60+ Chapel Hill Vaughn Compton Member-Alternate Male White 60+ Cedar Grove Agricultural Preservation Board Shereese Alston Member-Alternate Female African American 35-59 Chapel Hill VACANT Member-Alternate VACANT Member-Alternate Annette Moore Applicant Female African American 60+ Hillsborough Patrick Mulkey Applicant Male White 60+ Bingham Elizabeth Young Applicant Female White 60+ Chapel Hill 4 Page 1 of 2 Annette Moore Volunteer Application Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions Name: Ms. Annette Moore Name Called: Home Address: 610 Red Fox Trail Hillsborough NC 27278 Phone: 919-929-3366 Email: Resipsal208@aol.com Year of OC Residence: 1999 Township of Residence: Hillsborough Zone of Residence: Hillsborough ETJ Gender Identity: Female Ethnic Background: African American Age Range: 60+ Community Activities/Organizational Memberships: Orange County Dispute Settlement Center Board Member, Orange County Democratic Party (Hillsborough North Vice Chair Precinct), Forge Fencing Foundation, President; Girl Scout North Carolina Coastal Pines Board Development Committee, North Carolina State Bar, USA Fencing Member Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards: None Boards/Commissions applied for: Board of Equalization and Review Please explain how your background, education and experience is relevant to this board I was the attorney for the Board of Equalization and Review. I am familiar with the law that governs tax and have experience dealing with tax matters. I took residential and commercial cases to the North Carolina Tax Commission for the County. In all instances, when going before the property tax commission, I tried to simplify the process for residents and to ensure that the property tax value as set was corrected even when the property value requested by the Taxpayer was incorrect. Please explain your reasons for wanting to serve on this board I live in Orange County and am interested in tax law and ensuring that the law is administered fairly. How would your particpation on this board contribute to the diversity of viewpoints? I am a black female lawyer. I believe that perspective would add value to the conversation. Also, when people of color came before the Board, they would see someone who looked like them as part of the decision-making body. I also know the law and would apply it fairly to all. In the past, that hasn t always happened. 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? 5 Page 2 of 2 Annette Moore N/A Hillsborough Planning Board Please explain how your background, education and experience is relevant to this board I was a local government lawyer who worked on land use law issues for over twenty years. I also worked on housing development and contracting. Please explain your reasons for wanting to serve on this board I have lived in the Hillsborough ETJ since 1999 and am recently retired. I would love to continue to work in my community. How would your particpation on this board contribute to the diversity of viewpoints? I think I bring a local government perspective to the Board. I also work at the General Assembly and see a lot of pushback at the legislature against local government regulation. I believe the government can work efficiently and still consider health, safety, and community standards. That is my perspective. 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: 7/12/2024 5:18:08 PM Date Printed: 7/15/2024 6 Page 1 of 3 Patrick Mulkey Volunteer Application Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions Name: Patrick Mulkey Name Called: Home Address: 8702 Stanford Rd. Chapel Hill NC 27516 Phone: 919-942-3814 Email: mulkey74@gmail.com Year of OC Residence: 1984 Township of Residence: Bingham Zone of Residence: County Gender Identity: Male Ethnic Background: White Age Range: 60+ Community Activities/Organizational Memberships: President, Carrboro Farmers Market Board of Directors Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards: Elections Advisory Group County Recreation and Parks Advis Bingham Township Advisory Group Boards/Commissions applied for: Board of Equalization and Review Please explain how your background, education and experience is relevant to this board Farmer, Bingham township resident (1984-present), I have a degree in Parks & Recreation Admin. Please explain your reasons for wanting to serve on this board My term with the Carrboro Farmers Market Board will end in February (2026). Land use and planning have been an interest of mine in Orange County How would your particpation on this board contribute to the diversity of viewpoints? I have work on a number of boards and committees for 40 years. I always want to listen to other opinions from those serving with me and members of the public. 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? Alcoholic Beverage Control Board Please explain how your background, education and experience is relevant to this board I was employed by the Town of Chapel Hill in parking enforcement, based in the Police Department. I interacted with the public from students to senior citizens. Please explain your reasons for wanting to serve on this board 7 Page 2 of 3 Patrick Mulkey My term with the Carrboro Farmers Market Board will end in February (2026). Land use and planning have been an interest of mine in Orange County How would your particpation on this board contribute to the diversity of viewpoints? I have work on a number of boards and committees for 40 years. I always want to listen to other opinions from those serving with me and members of the public. 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. I live across the road from Cane Creek Reservoir. Married into the Stanford Family which sold their land and business to OWASA. 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. As a member of the Carrboro Farmers Market, we are responsible to draft and present a budget to our membership for passage at our annual meeting. Our Board also hires and reviews our 2 full time employees. 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. 3. What do you understand OWASA's role to be regarding issues of growth and development? Providing safe drinkable water to its customers. Treatment of the sewerage and meeting all governmental requirements. 4. What do do you hope to accomplish if appointed? A voice that is not presently appointed to the Board 5. Please indicate your availability to attend regularly scheduled meetings. no problems 6. How would your participation on this board contribute to the diversity of viewpoints? I present a rural viewpoint as a neighbor of the reservoir and a farmer. Boards/Commissions appointments: BOCC Elections Advisory Group Application Date: 10/13/2020 Background, education and experience relevant to this board: Chief Precinct Judge (30 plus years)for the Orange County Board of Elections. Previous member of BOCC appointed committee to look at district representation. Have live in Bingham Township from 1982 to present. I am a fellow of the NC Institute of Politic Reasons for wanting to serve on this board: I have the time and this is an issue I have been involved in my entire life I have lived here in Orange County. As an election judge I have served all over this County. Conflict of Interest: 8 Page 3 of 3 Patrick Mulkey Other Comments: My wife Robin and I have an eleven-year old at A. L. Stanback Middle School and twin three-year olds that will attend school in the next year and a half. (Verified application 9/10/08 still interested in serving on OWASA) STAFF COMMENTS: Applied for ABC Board and OWASA on 12/6/2004. Applied 1/16/01 for Capital Needs Task Force. Applied 10/06/2010 for OWASA Board of Directors, Solid Waste Advisory Board, and Sportsplex Community Advisory Committee. UPDATED APPLICATION 05/23/2012 TO INCLUDE OWASA BOARD OF DIRECTORS AND ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE CONTROL BOARD. BOCC appoints 2 of the 9 OWASA Board members. I urge to appoint someone who is not a rate payer but is affected by the policies and budgets pasted by the OWASA Board. Give residents like myself a voice on the OWASA Board. ADDRESS VERIFICATION: 8702 Stanford Rd is in Bingham township, in Orange County Jurisdiction Re-submitted application 03/20/2014. Applied 1/29/2026 4:24 PM for ABC Board, BOER, and OWASA This application was current on: 1/29/2026 4:24:00 PM Date Printed: 2/26/2026 9 Page 1 of 2 Elizabeth Young Volunteer Application Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions Name: Ms. Elizabeth Young Name Called: Home Address: 114 Oak St. Carrboro NC 27510 Phone: 4237180681 Email: ELIZABETH@ELIZABETHADAMS.0 OM Year of OC Residence: 2016 Township of Residence: Chapel Hill Zone of Residence: Carrboro City Limits Gender Identity: Female Ethnic Background: White Age Range: 60+ Community Activities/Organizational Memberships: Member of The Episcopal Church of the Advocate -Lay leader and outreach in our community especially our neighbor the Rogers Road Community. I have volunteered with Rogers Road Community Center since 2021, as the Advocate Church has jointly hosted vaccine clinics and also 5 OC Tax Office workshops in 2022 for community assistance with property tax relief programs and education regarding appeals. I also volunteer with Rena's annual Unity in Community event and Back to School Bash, summer camps, monthly food drives and OC Justice United organizing. Then present as a vol for the 8 months of meetings for the Greene Tract affordable housing development planning with OC and both Chapel Hill, Carrboro. A sewer project together with University Presbyterian Church recently installed 3 important new sewer connections - in response to the concerns of local residents for healthy and safe water. I have been involved with assisting community members to obtain property tax relief and apply for property tax appeals since 2022 and also recently attended numerous 2025 Property Tax Workshops put on by the NC Housing Coalition throughout the Triangle. Also member of the Chapel Hill NAACP. Thank you for this consideration. Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards: not serving at this time. Boards/Commissions applied for: Board of Equalization and Review Please explain how your background, education and experience is relevant to this board I had a 20 year Home Health Nursing career both in the field and in administration and am experienced in direct engagement with the community. I can look at details while understanding the big picture. Please explain your reasons for wanting to serve on this board 10 Page 2 of 2 Elizabeth Young I feel called at this time with my recent interest and volunteer work since 2022 -with Rena and with the OC Tax Office regarding property tax valuations and appeals and would like to learn more. I feel that I would serve the needs of both the county and the county residents. How would your particpation on this board contribute to the diversity of viewpoints? Every situation is different and for diversity to be present there also must be creativity and acceptance of each and every situation. I will be open minded and realistic/practical at the same time. 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: 11/10/2025 4:36:17 PM Date Printed: 11/17/2025 11 Board and Commission Members And Vacant Positions Board of Equalization and Review Meeting Times:As needed As needed Contact Person:Nancy Freeman&Chad Phillips Meeting Place: TBD Contact Phone: 919-245-2103 Positions: 10 Length:2 years Terms: 1 Description: <div>The Board of Equalization and Review hears appeals from residents concerning various property tax issues,including valuation and exemption appeals.The Board of Equalization and Review is charged with ensuring that all taxable property is appraised and assessed according to the standards required by the North Carolina General Statutes.Members will be compensated for all meetings attended.This board meets up to three days per week,for approximately three to four hours per meeting,for up to three consecutive months(typically April-June).Additional meetings may occur as needed during the year. Members will be compensated for all meetings attended.</div> Ms. Saru Salvi 1 First Appointed: 03/21/2023 Gender Identity: Female Township: Hillsborough Current Appointment: 03/18/2025 Ethnic Background: African American Residency Req: Expiration: 03/31/2027 Age Range: 60+ Special Repr: Member Number of Terms: 2 Richal Vanhook 2 First Appointed: 03/19/2024 Gender Identity: Male Township: Cedar Grove Current Appointment: 03/18/2025 Ethnic Background: African American Residency Req: Expiration: 03/31/2027 Age Range: 60+ Special Repr: Member Number of Terms: 1 Leon Meyers 3 Chair First Appointed: 05/18/2021 Gender Identity: Male Township: Eno Current Appointment: 03/18/2025 Ethnic Background: White Residency Req: Expiration: 03/31/2027 Age Range: Special Repr: Member Number of Terms: 3 VACANT 4 First Appointed: Gender Identity: Township: Current Appointment: Ethnic Background: Residency Req: Expiration: 03/31/2027 Age Range: Special Repr: Alternate Number of Terms: Barbara Levine 5 First Appointed: 03/28/2017 Gender Identity: Female Township: Chapel Hill Current Appointment: 03/18/2025 Ethnic Background: White Residency Req: Expiration: 03/31/2027 Age Range: Special Repr: Alternate Number of Terms: 5 Thursday,February 26,2026 Page 1 12 Board and Commission Members And Vacant Positions Board of Equalization and Review Meeting Times:As needed As needed Contact Person:Nancy Freeman&Chad Phillips Meeting Place: TBD Contact Phone: 919-245-2103 Positions: 10 Length:2 years Terms: 1 Tony Blake 6 First Appointed: 03/21/2023 Gender Identity: Male Township: Bingham Current Appointment: 03/18/2025 Ethnic Background: White Residency Req: Expiration: 03/31/2027 Age Range: 60+ Special Repr: Alternate Number of Terms: 2 Mr. Shannon Julian 7 First Appointed: 03/21/2023 Gender Identity: Male Township: Chapel Hill Current Appointment: 03/18/2025 Ethnic Background: White Residency Req: Expiration: 03/31/2027 Age Range: 60+ Special Repr: Alternate Number of Terms: 2 Vaughn Compton 8 First Appointed: 03/19/2024 Gender Identity: Male Township: Cedar Grove Current Appointment: 03/18/2025 Ethnic Background: White Residency Req: Expiration: 03/31/2027 Age Range: 60+ Special Repr: Alternate Number of Terms: 1 Ms. Shereese Alston 9 First Appointed: 03/18/2024 Gender Identity: Female Township: Chapel Hill Current Appointment: 03/18/2024 Ethnic Background: African American Residency Req: Expiration: 03/31/2027 Age Range: 35-59 Special Repr: Alternate Number of Terms: 1 VACANT 10 First Appointed: Gender Identity: Township: Current Appointment: Ethnic Background: Residency Req: Expiration: 03/31/2027 Age Range: Special Repr: Alternate Number of Terms: Thursday,February 26,2026 Page 2 13 Applicant Interest Listing by Board Name and by Applicant Name Contact Person: Nancy Freeman&Chad Phillips Board of Equalization and Review Contact Phone: 919-245-2103 Ms. Annette Moore Gender Identity: Female Date Applied: 07/12/2024 Ethnic Background: African American Township: Hillsborough Age Range 60+ Zone of Residence: Hillsborough ETJ Also Serves On: Patrick Mulkey Gender Identity: Male Date Applied: 01/29/2026 Ethnic Background: White Township: Bingham Age Range 60+ Zone of Residence: County Also Serves On: Ms. Elizabeth Young Gender Identity: Female Date Applied: 11/10/2025 Ethnic Background: White Township: Chapel Hill Age Range 60+ Zone of Residence: Carrboro City Limits Also Serves On: Thursday,February 26,2026 Page 1 of 1