Boards &
Commissions
CASWELLL
BOARDS & COMMISSIONS
ABC Board
Purpose:
Oversee operations of ABC System and carry out the ABC laws. Adopt rules for ABC System subject to the approval of the ABC Commission. Hire/fire ABC employees. Advise Administrator. ( 3 year terms)
Meetings:
3rd Wednesday of each month at 10:00 a.m. – ABC Office
Members:
Tony Mitchell, Chairman
Graham Dailey
Jon A. Crispin
Agricultural Advisory Committee
Purpose:
To promote agricultural values and general welfare of the county. Specifically, increase identity and pride in the agricultural community and its way of life; encourage the economic and financial health of agriculture; and increase protection from non-farm development and other negative impacts on properly managed farms.
Committee Duties include:
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Review and approve applications for qualified farmland and voluntary agricultural districts and make recommendations concerning the establishment and modification of agricultural district;
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Conduct public hearings;
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Advise the Board of Commissioners on projects, programs or issues affecting the agricultural economy or activities within the county that will affect agricultural districts;
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Review and make recommendations concerning proposed amendments to this ordinance;
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Study additional methods of farmland preservation and make recommendations to the Board of Commissioners; and
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Perform other agricultural related tasks or duties assigned by the Board of Commissioners.
Meetings:
Meets 3rd Thursday of the third month of each quarter at 7:00 p.m. at the Planning Department office.
Members:
C. Hester Vernon - Chairman
David Byrd - Vice Chairman
Susanne B. Hawkins
Tony Kirby
Elizabeth Mason
Emily Buchanan
Lucas Bernard
Kim Watlington
Matthew Hoagland (ex-officio)
Steve Oestreicher (ex-officio)
Board of Adjustment
Purpose:
Quasi-judicial decisions: Hears zoning appeals, variances, special and conditional use permits.
Meetings:
Members:
Tim Yarbrough, Chairman
Nikki S. Turner, Vice Chair
Stephen Barmann
John Claggett
Ray Shaffner
Board of Education
Purpose:
Meetings:
Meets 2nd and 4th Mon each month at 6:30 p.m. – Whitley Admin. Bldg.
Members:
Wayne Owen, Chairman
Gladys Garland, Vice-Chairperson
Mel O. Battle
Vennie Beggarly
Trudy Blackwell
Donna Hudson
Tracy Stanley
Dr. Sandra Carter, Schools Superintendent
Board of Elections
Purpose:
Maintain current and accurate voter files, voter registration, educate the voting public, providing the best possible services and conduct efficient, fair, honest and impartial elections.
Meetings:
Normally the Third Tuesday of Each Month 5:30 pm at the Board of Elections office(Unless otherwise posted)
Members:
Rese Farrish, Chair
Yvonne Saul, Secretary
Larry Cowan
Stephen Harrelson
Gladys Graves
Board of Health
Purpose:
Serves as the policy-making, rule-making, and adjudicatory body for the County Health Department. Has the responsibility to protect and promote the public health and adopts rules necessary for that purpose. 11 members appointed by the Board of Commissioners according to categories (General Public, Physician, Dentist, Optometrist, Veterinarian, Registered Nurse, Pharmacist, County Commissioner, Professional Engineer). Appoints a local Health Director. (3 year terms).
Meetings:
Meets 4th Tuesday of each month except August & December at 6:30 p.m. – Health Dept.
Members:
Shannon Moretz, Chair
Lisa Ashby, Vice Chair
Vacant, Veterinarian
Kimberly Pickens, Pharmacist
Carl Carroll
James Walter Michael
Dr. Scott Spillmann
Carol Komondy
Amanda Everett
Jessica "Michelle" King-Stamps
Commissioner Nate Hall
Caswell County Adult Advisory Council
Purpose:
To improve the quality of life of senior adults in Caswell County by advocating for their needs through planning, promoting participation, and providing a comprehensive, integrated network of services.
Meetings:
Meets 4th Tuesday of each quarter - 9:15 a.m. - Senior Center
Members:
Sylvia Banks, Chair
Annie R. Lea, Vice Chair
Kaye Cobb
Carolyn Aldridge
Marilyn Corbett
Jean Vernon
Brenda Long
Barbara Ann Jefferies
Brenda Long
Sharon Hicks
E-911 Board
Purpose:
To set policies, procedures, and funding guidelines. Appropriate 911 monies in accordance with NCGS 62A-12.
Meetings:
Meets as needed. (No term limits). All positions are Mandated.
Members:
Vernon Massengill, Fire Marshall, Chairman
Barry Lynch, EMS Director
Sheriff Tony Durden
Brian Massey, Town of Yanceyville
Cynthia Royster, Town of Milton
Commissioner William E. Carter
Clayton W. Myers, At-Large (Appointed by Commissioners)
Bryan Miller, County Manager (ex-officio)
Gwen Vaughn, Finance Director (ex-officio)
Kenneth Everett, E-911 Director (ex-officio)
Yanceyville Postmaster (ex-officio)
Farmer Lake Board
Purpose:
To work with the Recreation Director and Farmer Lake Warden to plan and promote recreational activities and opportunities on Farmer Lake for the citizens of Caswell County. (4 year term).
Meetings:
Meets quarterly or as needed at 6:00 p.m. – Historic Courthouse
Members:
Russell Watlington, Chairman
Bruce Clayton
Jerry W. Sykes
Steve Eaton
Brandi C. Mathis
Vennie Beggarly
Donna G. Maskill
Kenneth Travis
Commissioner Rick McVey
Bryan Miller (ex-officio)
Charlie King (ex-officio)
Heritage And Cultural Preservation Committee
Purpose:
From time to time, requests may be received from individuals and organizations for permission to place commemorative objects such as monuments, memorials, or artwork on County facilities or property or public easements on private property. The purpose of this policy is to provide the Caswell County Board of Commissioners, County staff and the general public with a process and guidelines for consideration of such requests.
Meetings:
Meets the 4th Thursday in March and September or as needed.
Members:
Sue U. Seamon-Rusciano, Caswell County Arts Council
Sandra Aldridge, Caswell County Historical Association
Selena Thornton, Caswell County Chamber of Commerce
Vacant, Caswell County Horticulture Club
Vacant
Robert Neal
Donna G. Maskill
Kenneth Underwood
Bruce Clayton
Bryan Miller (ex-officio)
Hunting & Wildlife Advisory Committee
Purpose:
The purpose of the Caswell County Hunting & Wildlife Committee shall be to consider issues referred to it by the Caswell County Board of Commissioners or County Manager and make suggestions for possible local regulation and programs as well as statewide or local legislative changes to be requested from the North Carolina General Assembly. In making its recommendations, the committee shall seek to promote safe and sensible hunting practices, enhance the enjoyment and economic opportunity of outdoor hunting sports and focus public attention and energies on wildlife preservation efforts in Caswell County. This committee shall take into consideration and attempt to harmonize in a practical way the range of competing views and interests among Caswell County citizens and balance various hunting perspectives with landowner interests, wildlife conservation needs, public safety concerns, existing regulatory requirements and the public interest.
Meetings:
Meets 2nd Tuesday of each quarter at 6:00 p.m. at the Historic Courthouse.
Members:
Danny Brandon, Vice Chairman
Leon C. Wiley, Jr., Secretary
Sammy Cobb
Steven Thompson
Frank Rose, Jr.
Justin Mathis, Wildlife Officer (ex-officio)
Commissioner John Dickerson
Bryan Miller, County Manager
Commissioner David Owen (alternate)
Jury Commission
Purpose:
To review the statutorily required lists (DMV, Voter Registration) to compose a two year list of jurors for service. 3 members: 1 appointed by Board of Commissioners, 1 member appointed by the Resident Superior Court Judge and 1 member appointed by the Clerk of Superior Court. Appointees must be qualified voters of Caswell County. (2 year terms)
Meetings:
Meets as needed every two years.
Members:
Ethel Fuller
Lynn Massey
Dianne Moorefield
Juvenile Crime Prevention Council
Purpose:
To provide alternatives to youth offenders in lieu of being assigned to detention facilities.
Meetings:
Meets 1st Wednesday of each month at 12:30 p.m. – E-911 Center.
Members:
Gwen Vaughn
Lori Daniel, Caswell County Schools
Racquel Hughes, DSS, Chair
Sandra Hudspeth, Caswell County Partnership for Children
Sandra Woolard
Stephanie Jones, Cardinal Innovations
Lt. Michael Adkins, Sheriff designee
Hugh Willaford, District Attorney designee
David Carter, Court Counselor, Health designee
Commissioner David Owen (Ex-officio)
Dr. Aline Kent
Rose Farmer
Cynthia Claiborne
Larry Simpson, Jr.
Shana L. Mebane
Dustin Gantos
Shannon Moretz
Brenda Day
Aisha Gwynn
Lisa Anderson, DSS Representative
Library Advisory Board
Purpose:
The Library Advisory Board is appointed by the Caswell Board of County Commissioners to serve as a liaison between the library and its citizens. The board advises the library director and staff in matters related to the library and its services. In addition, the Advisory Board works to represent the library for all the citizens of the community and provide services that promote learning, creativity, personal and professional development as well as serving recreational needs. The Library Advisory Board further purposes to support the library staff in developing specific programs tailored for young children, youth and adults. The Advisory Board is made up of seven county residents who will serve a three year term and meet on a quarterly basis.
Meetings:
The Library Board meets quarterly on the 3rd Thursday at 4:00 p.m. in the Library meeting room.
Members:
Betsy Watlington – Chair
Sherry Stanfield-Oakley
Cynthia Claiborne
James Stanley "Stan" Brown
Mark Hughes
Susanne Hawkins
Lucindy Willis
Bill Carter - Liaison to County Commissioners
Local Emergency Planning Committee
Purpose:
This Committee is a requirement of Sara Title III legislation. To address the hazardous materials and community right-to-know.
Meetings:
Meets when needed.
Members:
Barry Lynch, Emergency Services
Sheriff Tony Durden
Vernon Massengill, Fire Marshall
Jennifer Eastwood, Health Director
School Superintendent
Paula Seamster, PIO
Representative, Caswell Messenger
Shirley Deal, Community Representative
Kenneth Everett, E-911 Director
Commissioner William Carter (ex-officio)
Bryan Miller, County Manager
Person-Caswell Lake Authority
Purpose:
To control development and maintain the recreational potential of Hyco Lake.
Meetings:
Meets 2nd Monday of each month at 7:00 p.m. –Hyco Lake Marina
Members:
Josh Atwater, Chairman
Barry Joyce
Planning Board
Purpose:
The responsibility of the Planning Board is to administer and interpret ordinances.
It shall be the duty of the Planning Board, in general:
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To prepare and from time to time amend and review a comprehensive and coordinated plan for the physical development of the area.
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To establish principles and policies for guiding action in the development of the area.
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To prepare and recommend to the Board of Commissioners ordinances promoting orderly development of the county’s land use.
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To determine whether specific proposed development conforms to the principles and requirements of the Land Use Plan for the growth and improvement of the area.
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To keep the Board of Commissioners and the general public informed and advised as to these matters.
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To perform any other duties which may lawfully be assigned to it.
This Board hears and decides:
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Petitions to Amend County/Zoning Ordinances
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Petitions to Amend Zoning District maps
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Special and Conditional Use Applications
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Plats and/or Subdivision
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Citizens' Concerns and Inputs
Meetings:
Meets 4th Tuesday of each month at 1:00 p.m. at the Gunn Memorial Public Library.
Members:
W. Russell Johnston - Chairman
C. Michael Poteat - Vice-Chairman
Antonio W. Foster
Ron W. Richmond
Scott Oakley
Jason Daniel
Don Swann
Commissioner Steve Oestreicher (ex-officio)
County Manager (ex-officio)
Environmental Health Specialist (ex-officio)
Chief Building Inspector (ex-officio)
County Planner (ex-officio)
Vacancy
Recreation Commission
Purpose:
To work with the Recreation Director to plan and promote recreational activities and opportunities for the citizens of Caswell County.
Meetings:
Meets the 3rd Tuesday of each quarter (February, May, August, November) at 6:30 p.m. – Rec. Department Gym
Members:
Eddie DeLuca, Chair
Natashia Wiley, Secretary
Stephen Harrelson, Jr.
Amanda Hodges
Commissioner Rick McVey (ex-officio)
Rickey Blackstock, Parks & Recreation (ex-officio)
Bryan Miller, County Manager (ex-officio)
Brian Collie, Town Manager (ex-officio)
Odessa Gwynn,ex-officio & liaison/representing Yanceyville Town Council
Regional Economic Development Commission
Purpose:
Serves as the Caswell County Regional Economic Development Commission.
Meetings:
Meets 2nd Monday of each mo. 1:00 PM - Historic Courthouse, Milton, Yanceyville (Rotating Schedule)
Members:
Caswell County Representatives
Shirley Deal
Rick McVey
Amanda Hodges
Bryan Miller, County Manager
Town of Yanceyville Representatives
Alvin Foster, Chairman
Ruby Graves
Anthony Smith
Brian Collie, Town Manager
Town of Milton Representatives
Gwen McGuire, Treasurer
Cynthia Royster
Shirley Wilson
Cori Lindsay, Economic Developer
Dr. Pamela Senegal, PCC President
Senior Center Advisory Committee
Purpose:
The Advisory Committee provides input regarding the overall operation of the Senior Center. In support of the mission, the committee raises funds to be used at their discretion to provide needed equipment or services not currently funded.
Meetings:
3rd Monday of each month, at 9:00 am at the Senior Center
Members:
Edith Gentry, Chairperson
Sandy Warren, Vice Chairman
Rachel Smith, Secretary
Lottie Williamson
Cynthia Claiborne
Jean Vernon
Vacant
Betty Blackwell
Connie Steadman
Paulette Carter-Tate
Brenda Long
Lou Ann Reaves
Social Services Board
Purpose:
To appoint County Director of Social Services. To advise County authorities in developing policies and plans to improve the social conditions of the community. To consult with the DSS Director about problems relating to the office and to assist in planning budgets for the County Department of Social Services. To transmit or present the budgets of the Department of Social Services for public assistance, social services, and administration to the Board of Commissioners. To have such other duties and responsibilities as the General Assembly, Department of Human Resources, Social Services Commission, and Board of County Commissioners may assign to it.
Meetings:
Meets 3rd Tuesday of each month at 9:00 a.m. – DSS Conference Room
Members:
Jeremiah Jefferies, Chairman
David Shatterly
Patricia Thompson
Ethel Gwynn
David Owen
Soil & Water District Board
Purpose:
Meetings:
2nd Monday of each Month 7pm Apr - Nov 5:00 pm Dec - Mar
Members:
William (Billy) Boaz - Chairman
Lynn Massey - Vice-Chairman
Joan Slade - Secretary-Treasurer
Amanda Hancock
Dennis Simmons
Tourism Development Authority
Purpose:
Meetings:
Meets on the 4th Monday of each month at 1:00 p.m. at Gunn Memorial Public Library
Members:
Joyce Garrett, Chair (Piedmont Triad Visitor's Center)
Imtiaz Ammed, Vice Chair (Executive Inn Yanceyville)
Karen Oestreicher (Caswell County Historical Association)
Mindy Stinner, Secretary (Conservators Center)
Rebecca Page, AirBNB
Transportation Advisory Board
Purpose:
To evaluate present and potential transportation ridership and other aspects of transportation for the elderly, handicapped, and other eligible and/or needy people.
Meetings:
Meets 4th Friday of each quarter at 9:00 a.m. – CATS Building
Members:
Jeannine Everidge, Chairman
Sandra Hudspeth, Caswell Partnership for Children
Tonya Breedlove-Moye, DSS
Michelle Waddell, DSS
Dianne Moorefield, DSS Director
Commissioner Steve Oestreicher
Cindy Troxler, Senior Services
Edna Brown, Piedmont Community College
Brenda Day
Melissa Williamson, CATS Director
Bryan Miller, County Manager (ex-officio)
