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9 <br /> Page 2 of 2 Michael Delafield <br /> Human Relations Commission <br /> Background, education and experience relevant to this board: <br /> See above. I have also been involved in equity, diversity and inclusion initiatives, including <br /> drafting and implementing policies designed to increase diversity and cross-cultural <br /> understanding. <br /> Reasons for wanting to serve on this board: <br /> Increasing cross-cultural awareness, equity, and diversity is perhaps the most important <br /> responsibility of public bodies in today s world. Fostering collaborative and constructive dialogue <br /> between diverse groups with differing agendas is difficult but crucial. I'd like the opportunity to <br /> help do this work across Orange County. <br /> Contribution to the diversity of viewpoints on this board: <br /> Diversity of viewpoints is critical in any public endeavor, and especially this one. While I identify <br /> as a straight white male, I am constantly striving to better my understanding of the stories and <br /> life experiences of those different from myself. <br /> Conflict of Interest: <br /> Animal Services Hearing Panel Pool <br /> Background, education and experience relevant to this board: <br /> I am an attorney and I have exerience with administrative hearings in a number of settings. <br /> Reasons for wanting to serve on this board: <br /> As a member of the Animal Advisory Board, I think it is important to be involved in this process. <br /> Contribution to the diversity of viewpoints on this board: <br /> As an attorney, I am trained to review and analysis facts and evidence dispassionately and <br /> analytically. I am a dog owner, but I feel strongly about the need for dog owners to act <br /> responsibly with regard to the training and care for their animals. <br /> Conflict of Interest: <br /> Boards/Commissions appointments: <br /> Animal Services Advisory Board <br /> Application Date: 8/29/2022 <br /> Background, education and experience relevant to this board: <br /> See above. Also a pet owner and animal lover for many years. <br /> Reasons for wanting to serve on this board: <br /> I'd like to do something in public service in Orange County. The issues surrounding the county s <br /> animal populations are important not only for the health and welfare of the animals, but also for <br /> making Orange County a safe place to live and work. <br /> Conflict of Interest: <br /> Other Comments: <br /> This application was current on: 3/7/2023 11:46:33 AM Date Printed: 3/9/2023 <br />