Upcoming Appointments
Following is a list of Boards and Committees that have terms expiring during the next 3 months. The list highlights when the item will be presented to the Board of Commissioners along with any special requirements that may pertain to the appointment.
An application must be submitted in order for your name to be considered for a Board or Committee appointment. Any questions call Skyler Foley 475.5700.
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The Area Agency on Aging is the organization mandated under the provisions of the Older American's Act of 1965 to work on behalf of older adults and their caregivers in Region R. It is the Agency's mission to empower senior adults to enhance their quality of life through training, education, mediation, advocacy and coordination of services. The Council advocates on behalf of the senior population in their counties by reviewing and commenting on the laws, policies, actions and programs that affect older adults.
2 terms expiring February 2025
Requirements:
Sandy Pace
[email protected]
Planning Board
The Planning Board meets to review and recommend action on land use and development plans and issues for the unincorporated areas of Dare County.
2 terms expiring February 2025
Contact: Noah Gillam
252-475-5873
[email protected]
Senior Tar Heel Legislature Delegates
The Senior Tar Heel Legislature was created by the state legislature to provide information to senior citizens on the legislative process and matters being considered by the North Carolina General Assembly. Delegates from all 100 counties serve on committees and meet with the Governor and are a spokesperson for the county they represent. Position requires the ability to keep the County Commissioners informed of the Senior Tar Heel Legislative Agenda and to report to other seniors and groups regarding advocacy activities.
2 terms expiring February 2025
252.441.7062
[email protected]
The Advisory Council reviews and advises the Department of Parks and Recreation in its efforts to promote, organize, plan and coordinate activities and programs for youth and adults in Dare County.
1 term expiring March 2025
Requirements:
475-5916
[email protected]
Working Watermen Commission
The Commission for Working Watermen works to protect and enhance the commercial fishing industry in Dare County. The Commission monitors and advises the Dare County Board of Commissioners regarding pending or proposed laws, rules, regulations, fishery management plans and coastal habitat plans as they relate to commercial fishing in the county.
1 term expiring March 2025
Contact: Commissioner Steve House, Chairman
252.216.8985
[email protected]
The Manns Harbor Marina Commission is a seven-member group representing recreational, commercial and local interests for the self- governing mutual purpose of Manns Harbor Marina. The commission meets six times per year and reports directly to the Dare County Board of Commissioners.
4 terms expiring April 2025
Contact: Ladd Bayliss
252.207.5894
[email protected]
As outlined and funded by the Juvenile Justice Reform Act of 1998, Juvenile Crime Prevention Council assumes responsibility for assessing needs, funding community-based alternatives for troubled youth who enter the courts, and supporting prevention programs.
1 term expiring May 2025
Contact: Shannon T. Glaser
475-5753
[email protected]
Veterans Advisory Council
The Veterans Advisory Council helps Dare County Veterans by serving as a liaison with the community in coordinating services and activities benefiting veterans and their families. Members of the Veterans Advisory Council solicit information and provide updates about community-based activities honoring veterans.
1 term expiring May 2025
Contact: Patty O'Sullivan
252.475.5604
Patricia.O'[email protected]
Working Watermen Commission
The Commission for Working Watermen works to protect and enhance the commercial fishing industry in Dare County. The Commission monitors and advises the Dare County Board of Commissioners regarding pending or proposed laws, rules, regulations, fishery management plans and coastal habitat plans as they relate to commercial fishing in the county.
2 terms expiring May 2025
Contact: Commissioner Steve House, Chairman
252.216.8985
[email protected]
Zoning Board of Adjustment - Dare County
The Board of Adjustment meets to hear variances and appeals related to land use issues in the unincorporated areas of Dare County. The Chair is appointed by the Board of Commissioners and the Planning Department serves as administrative staff for this Board.
2 terms expiring May 2025
Meeting Schedule: As Needed.
Contact: Noah Gillam
252.475.5873
[email protected]
An application must be submitted in order for your name to be considered for a Board or Committee appointment. Any questions call Skyler Foley 475.5700.
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February 2025
Aging Advisory CouncilThe Area Agency on Aging is the organization mandated under the provisions of the Older American's Act of 1965 to work on behalf of older adults and their caregivers in Region R. It is the Agency's mission to empower senior adults to enhance their quality of life through training, education, mediation, advocacy and coordination of services. The Council advocates on behalf of the senior population in their counties by reviewing and commenting on the laws, policies, actions and programs that affect older adults.
2 terms expiring February 2025
- Lara Lewis (Appointed 12/24 to fill unexpired term of Sandy Pace)
- Jenna Wienert (Apptd. 4/24 to fill Beth Moore's unexpired term;)
Requirements:
- Two Dare County representatives
Sandy Pace
[email protected]
Planning Board
The Planning Board meets to review and recommend action on land use and development plans and issues for the unincorporated areas of Dare County.
2 terms expiring February 2025
- Terry Gore (Appointed 02/16; Reappointed 02/19; 01/22)
- James R. Shelton (Appointed 02/19; reapptd. 01/22)
Contact: Noah Gillam
252-475-5873
[email protected]
Senior Tar Heel Legislature Delegates
The Senior Tar Heel Legislature was created by the state legislature to provide information to senior citizens on the legislative process and matters being considered by the North Carolina General Assembly. Delegates from all 100 counties serve on committees and meet with the Governor and are a spokesperson for the county they represent. Position requires the ability to keep the County Commissioners informed of the Senior Tar Heel Legislative Agenda and to report to other seniors and groups regarding advocacy activities.
2 terms expiring February 2025
- Susanne D. Kelly (Appointed 05/19; reapptd. 12/20; 5/21; 2/23 )
- Kaye White (Appointed 02/11; Reappointed 02/13, 02/15, 02/17, 02/19; 12/20; 5/21, 2/23)
- One delegate and one alternate Must be at least 60 years of age
252.441.7062
[email protected]
March 2025
Parks and Recreation Advisory BoardThe Advisory Council reviews and advises the Department of Parks and Recreation in its efforts to promote, organize, plan and coordinate activities and programs for youth and adults in Dare County.
1 term expiring March 2025
- Cindy Perry (Appointed 03/22)
Requirements:
- Must be a Dare County Resident
475-5916
[email protected]
Working Watermen Commission
The Commission for Working Watermen works to protect and enhance the commercial fishing industry in Dare County. The Commission monitors and advises the Dare County Board of Commissioners regarding pending or proposed laws, rules, regulations, fishery management plans and coastal habitat plans as they relate to commercial fishing in the county.
1 term expiring March 2025
- Alana Harrison (Appointed 3/19; Reapptd. 2/22)
Contact: Commissioner Steve House, Chairman
252.216.8985
[email protected]
April 2025
Manns Harbor Marina CommissionThe Manns Harbor Marina Commission is a seven-member group representing recreational, commercial and local interests for the self- governing mutual purpose of Manns Harbor Marina. The commission meets six times per year and reports directly to the Dare County Board of Commissioners.
4 terms expiring April 2025
- Ladd Bayliss (Appointed 04/13; Reappointed 04/15, 04/17, 04/19; 3/21; 4/23)
- Cyndy Holda (Appointed 04/13; Reappointed 04/15, 04/17, 4/19; 3/21; 4/23)
- Jonathan Oglesby (Appointed 04/13; Reappointed 04/15, 04/17, 4/19; 3/21; 4/23)
- Jessie (Troy) Outland, Jr. (Appointed 04/13; Reappointed 04/15, 04/17, 04/19; 3/21; 4/23)
Contact: Ladd Bayliss
252.207.5894
[email protected]
May 2025
Juvenile Crime Prevention Council (JCPC)As outlined and funded by the Juvenile Justice Reform Act of 1998, Juvenile Crime Prevention Council assumes responsibility for assessing needs, funding community-based alternatives for troubled youth who enter the courts, and supporting prevention programs.
1 term expiring May 2025
- Jennifer Wooten (Apptd. 5/23)
Contact: Shannon T. Glaser
475-5753
[email protected]
Veterans Advisory Council
The Veterans Advisory Council helps Dare County Veterans by serving as a liaison with the community in coordinating services and activities benefiting veterans and their families. Members of the Veterans Advisory Council solicit information and provide updates about community-based activities honoring veterans.
1 term expiring May 2025
- Ellen Aidoock (Appointed 4/19; Reapptd. 5/22)
Contact: Patty O'Sullivan
252.475.5604
Patricia.O'[email protected]
Working Watermen Commission
The Commission for Working Watermen works to protect and enhance the commercial fishing industry in Dare County. The Commission monitors and advises the Dare County Board of Commissioners regarding pending or proposed laws, rules, regulations, fishery management plans and coastal habitat plans as they relate to commercial fishing in the county.
2 terms expiring May 2025
- Joey J. Vandyke (3 year term; Appointed by Steve House under Commissioner Business 5/7/19; 5/22)
- Amanda Hooper Walters (3 year term; Apptd. under Commissioners Business brought up by Steve House 5/7/19; 5/22)
Contact: Commissioner Steve House, Chairman
252.216.8985
[email protected]
Zoning Board of Adjustment - Dare County
The Board of Adjustment meets to hear variances and appeals related to land use issues in the unincorporated areas of Dare County. The Chair is appointed by the Board of Commissioners and the Planning Department serves as administrative staff for this Board.
2 terms expiring May 2025
- Shelly R. Jones (Appointed 10/17; Reappointed 5/19; 5/22)
- Patricia Weston (Apptd. 05/22)
Meeting Schedule: As Needed.
Contact: Noah Gillam
252.475.5873
[email protected]
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