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August 16, 2010 (Regular Meeting) Page 96 There are no other applications on file to consider at this time. Mike Murphy, Aging Director, has provided a memorandum addressing the importance of having local representation on the Region F Aging Advisory Board. UPON MOTION of Commissioner Mynatt, seconded by Vice Chairman Poole and unanimously carried, the Board appointed Mary "Beth" Croom to the Region F Aging Advisory Committee to fill a delegate position for a two -year term ending June 30, 2012, including an exception to the "service on multiple boards" provision of the Appointment Policy. By the same vote, the Board appointed Anita Helms to the Region F Aging Advisory Committee to fill the "alternate" position for a one -year term ending June 30, 2011, including an exception to the "service on multiple boards" provision of the Appointment Policy. (H -4) Removal - Nursing Home Community Advisory Committee Due to a change in family /work demands, Charlotte Hayes is unable to meet her requirements on the Nursing Home Community Advisory Committee at this time. Laurie Abounader, Ombudsman, requests the removal of her name from the roster. UPON MOTION of Vice Chairman Poole, seconded by Commissioner Mynatt and unanimously carried, the Board removed Charlotte Hayes from the Nursing Home Community Advisory Committee roster. (I) REPORTS (I -1) Request for Applications for County Boards /Committees Chairman White urged citizens to consider serving on a County board or committee. He asked interested individuals to contact the Clerk at 704 -920- 2100 or to go to the County's website at www.cabarruscounty.us/ commissioners /boardsandcommittees and view information on the various County boards and committees. Applications are being accepted for the following County Boards /Committees: • Adult Care Home Community Advisory Committee • Animal Protection and Preservation Advisory Committee • Concord Planning and Zoning Commission (ETJ) • Industrial Facilities and Pollution Control Financing Authority • Nursing Home Community Advisory Committee • Region F Aging Advisory Committee (J) GENERAL COMMENTS BY BOARD MEMBERS Chairman White announced Kate Moore is retiring from her position as Senior Librarian at the Mt. Pleasant Library. He stated she was not able to attend tonight's meeting or the September meeting, recognized her for her dedicated service to the community and wished her well in future endeavors. Pam Dubois, Deputy County Manager, announced citizens may drop in at the Mt. Pleasant Library on August 26 to wish her well. Commissioner Carruth announced applications for the upcoming positions on the Animal Protection and Preservation Advisory Board are available at the County Manager's office as well as online at the County's website. Commissioner Mynatt announced there is a website for a new initiative called the 10 Percent Local Food initiative. She stated the site encourages citizens to purchase 10 percent of their food locally and has information regarding what is available and where it can be found. Commissioner Poole recommended citizens read "The Small Mart Revolution" by Michael H. Shuman. She stated the book addresses how local businesses are beating the global competition. (K) WATER AND SEWER DISTRICT OF CABARRUS COUNTY None. (L) CLOSED SESSION