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4 <br /> HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION <br /> Cultivating Community Through Social Justice <br /> October 15, 2019 <br /> I <br /> The Honorable Penny Rich, Chair <br /> Orange County Board of County Commissioners <br /> P.O. Box 8181 <br /> Hillsborough,NC 27278 <br /> Re: Board Appointments <br /> Dear Chair Rich, <br /> The Orange County Human Relations Commission (HRC) recommends Brenda Amezquita- <br /> Castro to fill Vacancy #4 (at-large), Tomeka Ward-Satterfield to fill Vacancy #6 (at-large), and <br /> Dion Graham to fill Vacancy#12 (at-large). <br /> Ms. Amezquita-Castro's background in racial equity work and her knowledge of community <br /> building align with goals and priorities of the HRC. Her experience in these areas, as well as her <br /> identity as a Hispanic female, will bring an important perspective to the HRC that is currently <br /> underrepresented. <br /> Ms. Ward-Satterfield demonstrates skills in facilitating community discussions and training on <br /> equity, which would be beneficial for the HRC's frequent community conversations. Her <br /> particular interest in equity in education will better guide the HRC on challenges faced in the <br /> schools in this county and help strategize an approach aligned with the HRC's mission. <br /> Mr. Graham is a long time resident of Orange County, and is involved with several organizations <br /> with ties to diversity and inclusion. His interest in serving the community in these areas and <br /> stated readiness to commit time to the cause make him a good choice for the HRC. <br /> Respectfully submitted, <br /> apwL <br /> Tara May, Civil Rights Specialist <br /> Orange County Department of Human Rights and Relations <br />