Agenda 03-21-2017-11-d - Chapel Hill Planning Commission

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12 Page 2 of 3 Joseph Parrish Orange County Planning Board (REQUIRES DISCLOSURE STATEMENT) Background, education and experience relevant to this board: I am a former member of the NC National Guard and a graduate of UNC with a degree in political science. I have been a frequent attendant of a variety of local government meetings/functions and even ran for office in the state legislature in the November elections. Reasons for wanting to serve on this board: I want to have a hand in public service, either professionally or as a volunteer. I see this board as an opportunity to serve the public and as a learning opportunity that can inform my public service in the future. Conflict of Interest: Chapel Hill Board of Adjustment Background, education and experience relevant to this board: I am a former member of the NC National Guard and a graduate of UNC with a degree in political science. I have been a frequent attendant of a variety of local government meetings/functions and even ran for office in the state legislature in the November elections. Reasons for wanting to serve on this board: I want to have a hand in public service, either professionally or as a volunteer. I see this board as an opportunity to serve the public and as a learning opportunity that can inform my public service in the future. Conflict of Interest: Supplemental Questions: Orange County Planning Board (REQUIRES DISCLOSURE STATEMENT) Please list the work/volunteer experience/qualifications that would add to your expertise for this board. - Former National Guard Member - Former ROTC cadet, LDAC graduate -Graduate of UNC, Political Science, Class of 2014 - Democratic Nominee in 2016 race for House District 2 - Frequent attendant of county/town/school board meetings What unique perspective can you bring to the Orange County Planning Board? Being a young, but relevantly educated resident, I have a strong sense of the years to come and the need for good, long-term planning. Furthermore, utilizing the strategic thinking methods handed down to me in my military education, I find it easy to look at issues and break them down into basic ideas for effective planning and communication to others. What do you see as the responsibilities of this board, and what do you hope to accomplish if appointed? I think the responsibility of the board is to assist local governance by providing foresight in the development and use of public assets. If appointed, I hope to help guide the community along a thriving path for future success. What do you consider to be be the most important issues facing Orange County related to growth?