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September 20, 2010 (Regular Meeting) Page 151 Recommended appointments for seats 10 and 11 will be submitted for the Board's consideration in October. Commissioner Mynatt MOVED to transfer Noelle Scott from Seat No. 7 to Seat No. 12 (Tourism At- large) as requested by the Tourism Authority for a term ending June 30, 2013 (No change in term length.) and to appoint Vinay Patel (County - Hotelier) to Seat No. 7 to complete an unexpired term ending June 30, 2013, as recommended by the Tourism Authority, including an exception to the "residency" provision of the Appointment Policy for Mr. Patel. Commissioner Carruth seconded the motion. Commissioner Privette expressed concern for appointees from outside the County for this committee. Chairman White announced a plea for any hotelier, inns or bed and breakfast, etc. to come forward for consideration for service on the Tourism Authority. The MOTION carried, with Chairman White, Vice Chairman Poole and Commissioners Carruth and Mynatt voting for and Commissioner Privette voting against. (H -6) Removal - Nursing Home Community Advisory Committee The regional Ombudsman has requested the removal of Desiree Lackey from the NHCAC roster. Ms. Lackey's work schedule does not permit her to attend site visits that are normally held during business hours. Including the requested removal, there are now seven (7) vacant positions on this committee. UPON MOTION of Vice Chairman Poole, seconded by Commissioner Mynatt and unanimously carried, the Board removed Desiree Lackey from the Nursing Home Community Advisory Committee roster. (I) REPORTS (I -1) BOC - Animal Protection and Preservation Advisory Committee - Update Commissioner Carruth presented the following information regarding the Animal Protection and Preservation Advisory Committee ( APPAC): the committee met on September l information regarding implementing a "no- kill" program was presented to the group; creating and funding for an adoption coordinator position was discussed and is on the October 4 th APPAC meeting agenda for further consideration; a resolution implementing a no -kill concept will be forthcoming; etc. In response to a question from the Commissioner Privette, Commissioner Carruth addressed current adoption procedures. Commissioner Carruth also advised that within the last few weeks, the Sheriff's office has implemented a new initiative to call area animal rescue organizations inviting them to come to the shelter to get animals to adopt out. A lengthy discussion ensued. No action was required of the Board. (I -2) Commerce - Summary Reports for HALUP for June and July 2010 The Board received the HALUP (Harrisburg Area Land Use Plan) Progress Reports as part of the Agenda. No action was required of the Board. (I -3) Request for Applications for County Boards /Committees Applications are being accepted for the following County Boards /Committees: • Adult Care Home Community Advisory Committee • Animal Protection and Preservation Advisory Committee • Cabarrus Planning and Zoning Commission (Kannapolis Zoning Area) • Concord Planning and Zoning Commission (ETJ) • Industrial Facilities and Pollution Control Financing Authority • Nursing Home Community Advisory Committee • Council for a Sustainable Local Economy (J) GENERAL COMMENTS BY BOARD MEMBERS Vice Chairman Poole announced a candlelight vigil for Valerie Hamilton was held at 7:00 p.m. in Concord. She stated recent events have greatly impacted people in the area. She expressed appreciation to the community for coming together at times of need and showing their support.