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43 <br /> Page 2 of 2 Navya Sharma <br /> Orange County Parks and Recreation Council <br /> Please explain how your background, education and experience is relevant to this board <br /> Me and my family immigrated to Maryland from India when I was 3. My family then moved to <br /> North Carolina after Covid when I was 11 years old. I remember me and my sister growing up, <br /> visiting and enjoying the parks of the county throughout our lives. For me as a child it was all <br /> about spending my vacation time at the park. Whether it was playing sports, exploring a trail, <br /> camping in state parks every summer, or enjoying Christmas lights in the winter season. I was <br /> frequently engaged with County Parks and Recreation in Maryland then and now in Chapel Hill <br /> Orange County. <br /> As a member user of the park, I greatly appreciate the numerous opportunities offered by the <br /> parks and recreation facilities. From swings to camps, for me and my family, it was always the <br /> city parks and recreation facilities. I now understand that these opportunities are available to <br /> families at an affordable cost and at some point that was a very important factor that influenced <br /> families decisions around choosing between opportunities for children. <br /> Parks have provided me and my family with extended support that has helped me grow into a <br /> well rounded individual. I'm very thankful for what these parks and camps have taught me and <br /> feel the need to give it back. <br /> I believe as a Youth delegate for the Parks and recreation, I can bring my ideas, contributions <br /> and experience to the board from not only an active youth participant but also engage in <br /> programs with the board to improve better visibility, outreach and options that could be offered <br /> by the park for all age categories. One area that I would really like to work upon is the overall <br /> outreach ,improvement of walking trails, park gym and options for our vulnerable and special <br /> citizens. <br /> Please explain your reasons for wanting to serve on this board <br /> I would like to serve on this board because it will provide me with an opportunity to voice my <br /> opinion as a youth who has grown up in the parks. I strongly believe that while the park may <br /> have a lot of beautiful things to offer, extensive outreach is still missing. A lot of families are not <br /> aware of this wonderful resource in the community. I also believe that with the rapid rise in <br /> technology, it is very important for a reshuffle of educational camps and activities offered by the <br /> parks. Parks should be able to offer a platform for young kids to learn the basics of computer, <br /> coding, and subsidized certification courses too. <br /> How would your participation on this board contribute to the diversity of viewpoints? <br /> I am an immigrant from South Asia, India and a permanent resident here. I believe that Orange <br /> county is developing into a culturally diverse community with immigrant families from all across <br /> the globe. My experience of living in Maryland for over 7 years, and an experience of living <br /> overseas and travelling to different countries will help contribute new ideas, new ways of looking <br /> at things, and adoption of modern means. <br /> I would like to thank the board for providing the youth like me to be able to come on the board to <br /> voice ourselves and be drivers of change and improvement in familiar environments. <br /> Do you have any personal or business interest(s)that could create a conflict of interest <br /> (either real or perceived) if you are appointed to this board? <br /> None <br /> Boards/Commissions appointments: <br /> Other Comments: <br /> This application was current on: 11/28/2024 1:20:00 PM Date Printed: 1/29/2025 <br />