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14 <br /> Page 2 of 2 Nathan Boucher <br /> Orange Unified Transportation Board <br /> Background, education and experience relevant to this board: <br /> I am a car user, bus user, runner, and bicyclist in OC. I am a public policy professor and <br /> research scientist accustomed to analyzing data thoughtfully, weighing unintended <br /> consequences and community benefit. I have no political agenda - I would like to listen well, <br /> collaborate when able, and be there for the tough decisions. <br /> Reasons for wanting to serve on this board: <br /> Our community is growing rapidly and we need workable solutions to keep our county a livable <br /> place. I would like to help ensure positive growth in our county that is tempered with <br /> consideration for density, traffic, ecosystem, and human impact. <br /> Contribution to the diversity of viewpoints on this board: <br /> I came from NYC in 2015 and Boston before that. I have been a long advocate of public transit <br /> options using mixed methods. I am an OC homeowner, taxpayer, and parent of school age <br /> children with an analytical mind and a heart rooted in community. I pride myself on my even <br /> hand and value multiple viewpoints. <br /> Conflict of Interest: <br /> Advisory Board on Aging <br /> Background, education and experience relevant to this board: <br /> 34 <br /> Reasons for wanting to serve on this board: <br /> I am a professor in geriatric medicine and population health sciences at Duke Medical School <br /> and professor of public policy at Duke s Sanford School of Public Policy. My research there and <br /> at the Veterans Administration (where I am a health services research scientist) is focused on <br /> aging populations especially care in advanced illness. Family caregiver support is also my focus. <br /> My research is at the intersection of social care and health care. Additionally, I am a senior <br /> fellow at the Duke Center for Aging and core faculty at the Duke Margolis Center for Health <br /> Policy. <br /> Contribution to the diversity of viewpoints on this board: <br /> The care and health of our aging community and families caring for them are my focus and <br /> passion. I am a public policy professor and research scientist accustomed to analyzing data <br /> thoughtfully, weighing unintended consequences and community benefit. I have no political <br /> agenda - I would like to listen well, collaborate when able, and be there for the tough decisions. <br /> Conflict of Interest: <br /> I am an expert in aspects of aging-related research for both Veterans and non-Veterans, and <br /> their families. <br /> Boards/Commissions appointments: <br /> Other Comments: <br /> This application was current on: 2/10/2020 5:13:01 PM Date Printed: 2/11/2020 <br />