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September 17, 2012 (Regular Meeting) Page 1225 30, 2012. Commissioner White accepted a framed certificate of appreciation on her behalf. Ms. Castrodale was unable to attend tonight's meeting due to illness. (C -2) Planning and Development Services - Recognition of Brenda E. Cook and Todd C. Berg for Their Service on the Cabarrus Planning and Zoning Commission Susie Morris, Planning and Zoning Manager, recognized Todd C. Berg for his many years of dedicated service. Mr. Berg served on the Cabarrus Planning and Zoning Commission from August 15, 2005 to August 31, 2012. Ms. Morris stated he has served in a leadership capacity during his tenure as Chair and Vice Chair on the Commission. On behalf of the Board, Vice Chairman Burrage presented a framed certificate of appreciation to Mr. Berg. Mr. Berg accepted the certificate and expressed appreciation. Ms. Morris recognized Brenda E. Cook for her many years of dedicated service. Ms. Cook served on the Cabarrus Planning and Zoning Commission from August 15, 2005 to August 31, 2012. Ms. Cook served first as a Midland representative and later as a general representative during her tenure on the Commission. On behalf of the Board, Vice Chairman Burrage presented a framed certificate of appreciation to Ms. Cook. Ms. Cook accepted the certificate and expressed appreciation. Chairman Pool and Commissioner Carruth acknowledged the hard work of Mr. Berg and Ms. Cook and expressed appreciation for their service. (C -3) Cooperative Extension - Proclamation for National 4 -H +meek Debbie Bost, Cooperative Extension Director, recognized the accomplishments of the Cabarrus County 4 -H program over the past year. She stated that more than 7,000 youth and 400 volunteers donated over 20,000 hours of community service to the community. She also recognized 4 -H members in attendance for their participation and accomplishments. UPON MOTION of Commissioner White, seconded by Vice Chairman Burrage and unanimously carried, the Board adopted the following proclamation: Proclamation No. 2012 -13 National 4 -H Week Proclamation Whereas, October 7 -13 is National 4 -H Week in the United States; and Whereas, more than 5 million youths take part in 4 -H club programs nationwide; and Whereas, 4 -H is ranked fourth in total awareness among agencies serving youth; and Whereas, the North Carolina Cooperative Extension System conducts 4 -H programs through the state land -grant universities with the mission to help young people acquire knowledge, develop life skills and form attitudes which will help them become self - directing, productive members of society; and Whereas, 4 -H addresses issues facing youth wherever they live — in inner cities, suburbs and rural communities and helps break barriers by focusing on learning -by- doing; and Whereas, 4 -H builds youths self - esteem, leadership and citizenship skills, and focuses on critical issues such as protecting the environment; and Whereas, 4 -H has programs on food and nutrition, science and technology, natural resources, substance abuse prevention, growing plants, caring for farm animals, career education, community pride, citizenship and leadership; and Whereas, more than 7,000 youth are active in 4 -H in Cabarrus County; and Whereas, exciting, fun and student - centered educational programs are available through Cabarrus County 4 -H Programs; and Whereas, more than 500 adult volunteers in Cabarrus County, donate countless hours and effort each year in preparing for and teaching youth; and