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9 <br /> Page 2 of 3 Bonnie Hauser <br /> Orange Unified Transportation Board <br /> Background, education and experience relevant to this board: <br /> I have worked extensively in complete streets policies, bicycle safety and light rail. I am <br /> knowledgeable in transportation funding processes and policies, and particular transportation <br /> issues facing Bingham and surrounding areas. <br /> Reasons for wanting to serve on this board: <br /> Because transportation is critical to the future of our community- including services for aging <br /> rural populations, routes for cycling, adopting micro-transit, and other services. <br /> Conflict of Interest: <br /> Supplemental Questions: <br /> Orange County Planning Board (REQUIRES DISCLOSURE STATEMENT) <br /> Please list the work/volunteer experience/qualifications that would add to your expertise <br /> for this board. <br /> actively involved in land use/conservation activities in Efland and Bingham. <br /> What unique perspective can you bring to the Orange County Planning Board? <br /> indepth understanding of county s land use ordinances and policies <br /> What do you see as the responsibilities of this board, and what do you hope to <br /> accomplish if appointed? <br /> Assure that county zoning and land use ordinances continue to support rural character while <br /> enabling desired development in county EDDs. Would specifically like to help find ways to use <br /> zoning to help bring affordable housing to selected parts of the county. <br /> What do you consider to be be the most important issues facing Orange County related <br /> to growth? <br /> 1. Diversify tax base with private sector contributions <br /> 2. Contain growth in a smart, strategic manner that protects rural character and creates <br /> workforce opportunities <br /> 3. Complement town growth plans <br /> What role should the Planning Board take in guiding and regulating growth? <br /> Assure that water protections and rural character continues, and that areas under county zoning <br /> control are zoned appropriately to complement town growth plans. <br /> How would you, as a member of the Planning Board, contribute to the implementation of <br /> the Board of Commissioners' adopted Goals and Priorities? <br /> Bringing hands-on work with communities in the county s zoning jurisdiction, I can help apply the county s goals and <br /> priorities to development <br /> Boards/Commissions appointments: <br /> Animal Services Hearing Panel Pool <br /> Application Date: 8/8/2017 <br /> Background,education and experience relevant to this board: <br /> own 3 dogs, was involved in the advocacy that resulted in the creation of the board. <br /> Reasons for wanting to serve on this board: <br /> To allow citizens to appeal decisions without having to hire an attorney <br />