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Approve the appointment of Jackie Arnold to the Alcohol and Drug Advisory Board, representing District 2, for a term to expire July 28, 2018
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DEPARTMENTAL RECOMMENDATION:
Supervisor Seifert requests that the Board of Supervisors approve the appointment of Jackie Arnold to serve on the Alcohol and Drug Advisory Board, representing District 2, for a three year term to expire July 28, 2018.
SUMMARY/DISCUSSION:
The Alcohol & Drug Advisory Board (ADAB) is composed of individuals from diverse disciplines representing a cross section of Solano County. The ADAB ensures that community needs are met regarding substance related issues through prevention, early intervention, treatment and ongoing recovery. The ADAB reviews, evaluates and participates in the planning process(es), advises the Substance Abuse Administrator and the Board of Supervisors and encourages public understanding of Alcohol and Other Drugs (AOD) problems, thereby ensuring the most effective use of county AOD dollars and services.
Jackie Arnold graduated from Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo in 1982 with a degree in marketing. She has lived in Solano County since 1986. Jackie worked as a fundraising consultant for schools before becoming involved in the mortgage and financial industries with positions at World Savings and First Northern Bank. In 2011, she began working with adults with disabilities, helping to place them in jobs. Jackie is currently enrolled in the Distance Learning Center for Addiction Studies with the goal of obtaining credentials in Drug and Alcohol Counseling.