Title
Vote to update the ABC Board Board Members Terms to June 30 and Reappointment of Walter Harris and Joseph McEvoy
Abstract
Introduction & Background: The purpose of the ABC Board is to oversee the operation of the county’s ABC stores. This board is governed by NCGS 18B-700 and bylaws, which state that this committee shall consist of five (5) members appointed by the Chatham County Board of Commissioners who will serve three-year staggered terms.
Discussion & Analysis:
Below is a list of the current board members and term expirations:
Christie Harrelson - May 2, 2025 - new term June 30, 2025
Walter Harris - January 5, 2024 - new term June 30, 2027
Joseph McEvoy - December 21, 2023 - new term June 30, 2026
Larry Miller - June 17, 2024 - new term June 30, 2024
Debra Oldham - June 30, 2026
The ABC Board Staff has first requested that the appointments all end in the same month to eliminate further confusion with the terms of the board members. Staff are suggesting that as new appointments or re-appointments are made the terms be changed. Therefore, the terms of the current members will be adjusted to reflect this request. The terms will be corrected to June 30 of the expiring year for each member.
The two reappointments currently are for Walter Harris with an expiration of June 30, 2027, and Joseph McEvoy with an expiration of June 30, 2026.
How does this relate to the Comprehensive Plan: Goal 4: Diversify the tax base and generate more quality, in-county jobs to reduce dependence on residential property taxes, create economic opportunity and reduce out-commuting.
Budgetary Impact: No Impact on the Budget.
Recommendation/Motion: A motion to update the current ABC Board members terms to expire to June 30 on the expiring year and to reappoint Walter Harris with an expiration of June 30, 2027 and Joseph McEvoy with an expiration of June 30, 2026 to the ABC Board.