Minor Barnette was presented the Life Member Award on June 20, 2019 by the Executive Committee, and was recognized before his fellow NCSWEOA members at the 2019 Fall Conference in Wrightsville Beach.

Minor is currently a member of the Executive Committee, and has also served as President. As the Director of the Forsyth County Office of Environmental Assistance and Protection, Minor serves his community through the administration of various environmental programs including the Triad Region's air quality program.

Minor is a champion of environmental protection and supports Forsyth County's environmental enforcement program. He frequently uses his knowledge to educate citizens through public speaking engagements and serves as a liaison between his local government and the public. Minor is a member of a number of environmental organizations and attends meetings with his peers in order to remain on top of the latest developments in environmental policy.

Thank you for your service, Minor!