Agenda 10-07-2021; 7 - Boards and Commissions Appointment Process Discussion

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Attachment A DRAFT Boards and Commissions Appointment Information Guide 2 Description Board Composition Requirements Special Appointment Requirements Recommendation Term Length and Limits Policy Document required? Advisory Boards&Commissions This Committee works to maintain the rights of residents living in Applicants must complete mandatory training and adult care homes including assisted living facilities,continuing care be designated by the Office of the State retirement communities,and family care homes.The members of Ombudsman prior to appointment by the Board. Adult Care Home Community Advisory Adult Care Home Community Advisory Committee this committee promote community involvement and cooperation 10 At-Large members Applicants are first appointed to a one year term, Yes Up to 3 two-year terms Committee Policies&Procedures with these facilities to ensure quality care of residents.All members and if recommended again,are eligible for 3 two are appointed by the Board of County Commissioners. year terms. 12 total members including: •7 over the age of 60; This board suggests policy and makes recommendations to the •1 member must reside in the Town of Board of Commissioners and the Department on Aging while acting Chapel Hill; as the liaison between the older citizens of the County and the •1 member must reside in the Town of None outside of Orange County Board of County Advisory Board on Aging Policies and Advisory Board on Aging County government.It is charged with promoting needed services, Carrboro; Commissioners Advisory Board Policy No Up to 2 three-year terms Procedures programs and funding that impacts the older citizens.All members •1 member must reside in the Town of are appointed by the Board of County Commissioners. Hillsborough; •2 members must reside in unincorporated areas of the county This board prioritizes affordable housing needs and assesses project proposals.The board also publicizes the County's housing objectives,monitors the progress of local housing programs, None outside of Orange County Board of County Affordable Housing Advisory Board Affordable Housing Advisory Board explores new funding opportunities,and works to increase the 15 At-Large members Commissioners Advisory Board Policy No Up to 2 three-year terms Policies and Procedures community's awareness of,understanding of,commitment to,and involvement in producing attractive affordable housing.All members are appointed by the Board of County Commissioners. Up to 2 three-year terms;however, Chapter 48,Section 48-5(b)(2)of the This board promotes the economic and cultural importance of 15 total members including: Orange County Code of Ordinances agriculture in the county,and encourages voluntary preservation •8 At-Large members; None outside of Orange County Board of County No allows members representing the 7 Agricultural Preservation Board Policies Agricultural Preservation Board and protection of farmland for future production.All members are •1 member from each of the 7 Commissioners Advisory Board Policy Voluntary Agricultural Districts to be and Procedures appointed by the Board of County Commissioners. Voluntary Agricultural Districts appointed as many times as the Board permits to ensure representation. 13 total members including: •1 member representing the Town of Carrboro; •1 member representing the Town of This board is charged to advise the Board of County Commissioners Chapel Hill; on matters of concern regarding animal issues and animal services •1 member representing the Town of in Orange County.The Animal Services Advisory Board works with Hillsborough; The Towns will pass resolutions requesting the Animal Services Director to ensure best-in-class quality animal •3 At-Large members; Yes,requires appointment of applicant to their seats.Otherwise, Animal Services Advisory Board Policies Animal Services Advisory Board services,and maintains contact with the stakeholder groups from •2 Veterinarians,1 must be the Resolution for Town Up to 2 three-year terms none outside of Orange County Board of County and Procedures which its members are appointed.The board also provides a venue Veterinarian that serves on the Board of seats only in which stakeholder concerns about animals,animal policies and Health; Commissioners Advisory Board Policy issues,and animal services programming may be voiced, •3 members with experience with considered,and referred as appropriate. animal welfare and advocacy; •1 member certified animal handler/trainer/technician; •1 member owner/manager of for- profit pet service business