Duncan Seeks Applicants For Board To Help Victims Of Hate/Violence

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Contact: Kathy Zieger 301-217-2500
For Immediate Releases: January 28, 1999

Duncan Seeks Applicants For
Board To Help Victims Of Hate/Violence

County Executive Douglas M. Duncan is seeks applicants to fill two vacancies on the Partnership Board for Victims of Hate/Violence. One member is eligible to apply for reappointment. The seven-member board was created to give citizens a chance to participate in Montgomery County's efforts to eradicate acts of hate/violence.

The board reviews and approves applications from victims for compensation from the Partnership Fund for Victims of Hate/Violence. Members also seek public awareness for the fund, and publicize and work with local media, businesses, schools, churches, and community organizations.

Members serve three-year terms without compensation. The board meets on the first Wednesday of each month at 8 a.m. in Rockville.

Applicants should write by February 26 to County Executive Douglas M. Duncan at the Executive Office Building, 101 Monroe St., Rockville, MD 20850. A brief resume, including home and work phone numbers, should be enclosed. Members of County boards, committees and commissions may not serve on more than one such group at a time.

Duncan's appointments are subject to confirmation by the County Council. Applications of those selected for appointment are made public as part of the confirmation process.

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