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31 <br /> Page 2 of 3 Xan Thomas <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 /> I am a commercial insurance professional. <br /> Orange County Planning Board <br /> Please explain how your background, education and experience is relevant to this board <br /> My B.S. in Architectural and Building Sciences/Technology from Appalachian State, combined <br /> with hands-on experience in large-scale land development projects- including a 200-acre solar <br /> farm in South Boston, Virginia-gives me a strong foundation in land use, development planning, <br /> and navigating regulatory and stakeholder processes. <br /> Please explain your reasons for wanting to serve on this board <br /> Having lived in Orange County since 2019, 1 want to contribute to thoughtful, well-coordinated <br /> planning that reflects the county's unique character, and I m drawn to the board's role in shaping <br /> the Comprehensive Plan and development ordinances that guide how our community grows. <br /> How would your particpation on this board contribute to the diversity of viewpoints? <br /> My experience working across landowners, developers, and regulatory stakeholders on complex <br /> development projects gives me a practical, real-world perspective on how policies and <br /> ordinances play out on the ground -a viewpoint that can complement more policy-focused <br /> voices on the board. <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 /> I am a commercial insurance professional. <br /> Juvenile Crime Prevention Council <br /> Please explain how your background, education and experience is relevant to this board <br /> My volunteer experience as a crisis call center volunteer at HopeLine, football coach at Fork <br /> Union Military Academy, and community leader at Grace Church has given me direct exposure <br /> to at-risk youth, behavioral challenges, and the kinds of intervention and support structures that <br /> make a real difference in young people s lives. <br /> Please explain your reasons for wanting to serve on this board <br /> Having lived in Orange County since 2019, 1 want to help galvanise community resources and <br /> awareness around juvenile prevention, and I'm particularly drawn to the council s role in <br /> identifying community risk factors and directing funding toward programs that create meaningful <br /> change for at-risk youth. <br /> How would your particpation on this board contribute to the diversity of viewpoints? <br /> As someone with both a business background and deep community volunteer roots- including <br /> crisis intervention and youth coaching - I can bridge the private sector and nonprofit perspectives <br /> that the council needs, offering a well-rounded viewpoint on how to effectively prioritise <br /> resources and strategies for juvenile prevention. <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 /> Boards/Commissions appointments: <br /> Other Comments: <br /> This application was current on: 4/27/2026 5:00:14 PM Date Printed: 5/11/2026 <br />