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23 <br /> private sectors. "Along with the 3 Mayor's we honor Penny Rich, Chair of the Board of County <br /> Commissioners. Their exceptional leadership,partnership, and service to our community during the <br /> Covid-pandemic--specifically their collaborative decision-making that strove to successfully balance <br /> public health with the needs of local employers and our local economy has helped make Orange <br /> County one of the safest places to live and do business in North Carolina. Thank you for conducting <br /> your business, during these very difficult times, in partnership with the business community and the <br /> Chamber. We are grateful for you, your leadership, and for your care and sacrifice to serve our <br /> community so well." <br /> The Old North State Award-presented by Governor Cooper April 2021 for 20 years of service and <br /> leadership during COVID- <br /> For dedication and service beyond exception and excellence to the Great State of North Carolina.As <br /> printed on the award, "Working together, we can make North Carolina the place of unlimited <br /> opportunity-a place where anyone who studies hard, works hard and lives a life with high values can <br /> fulfill and even exceed their potential': <br /> I strongly align politically with the late great Senator Paul Wellstone in believing "When we all do <br /> better, we all do better". Orange County can be a place for"Everyone"we just need to include <br /> everyone and hear all of their voices. <br /> I am available to answer any additional questions or clarify my responses given. <br /> pennyrich.ch gmail.com phone 919-960-0220 <br />