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37 <br /> Page 2 of 3 Nathaniel Zarzar <br /> home county s future. <br /> Conflict of Interest: <br /> None outside of my home-ownership <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 /> Project Accountant(Solar Construction) -9 months Senior Tax Accountant-2 years Staff <br /> Accountant-2 years <br /> What unique perspective can you bring to the Orange County Planning Board? <br /> I think I can bring the perspective of someone who was born and raised in OC, as well as <br /> someone who is early into their adult life. My skills being focused in finance and accounting will <br /> hopefully make me a valuable member of the Board when considering costs, and the financial <br /> impact that proposed changes will have (both the financial impact to the individuals in our <br /> communities, and to the community as a whole) <br /> What do you see as the responsibilities of this board, and what do you hope to <br /> accomplish if appointed? <br /> First and foremost, I think the Planning Board should serve as a gut-check for the county s <br /> annual budget-ensuring that all items included have been thoroughly discussed and <br /> contemplated. Further, I think the responsibilities of the Planning Board include a thorough <br /> analysis of proposed developments, changes, and ideas that will have an impact on our county s <br /> residents. Primarily the Planning Board should serve as a voice of the community. <br /> What do you consider to be be the most important issues facing Orange County related <br /> to growth? <br /> It may sound simple, but I believe that transportation is the most important issue facing Orange <br /> County today and in the near future. With population growth inevitable, and occurring year-over- <br /> year, the need for updated transportation systems is becoming more evident. You see this with <br /> longer traffic jams all across the county. Another important issue I think we are facing is <br /> affordable housing. With the increase in population, also has come a greater demand for <br /> homes, and thus an increased premium on housing costs. I am interested in joining this <br /> discussion on how we can create solutions to this issue. <br /> What role should the Planning Board take in guiding and regulating growth? <br /> In my opinion Growth is inevitable and generally a positive thing. I believe the role of the <br /> Planning Board in regards to guiding and regulating growth is to ensure that the RESULT of said <br /> growth is a sustainable community. That can mean a lot of different things must be taken into <br /> consideration - population density, financial feasibility, town utility abilities, etc. But I think the <br /> ultimate role in guiding and regulating growth is to ensure a sustainable, thriving community is <br /> created. <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 /> I think I could do a great job of analyzing the budget and helping with a successful implementation/communication of <br /> said budget. My familiarity with Orange County will provide me with the ability to have an expert understanding of what <br /> kind of impact land use changes and zoning changes will have.And my passion for long-term investing will hopefully <br /> help contribute towards the long term implementation of the Capital Investment Plan. <br /> Boards/Commissions appointments: <br />