Editor’s Note: For some reason we don’t pretend to understand, the video of the meeting was divided into four more-or-less equal parts when we downloaded it from the camera. Divine providence, perhaps? In any event, the links are provided in the proper sequence to cover the entire meeting. Click image to play first part of video
Weekend open line
Unless it’s past 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, why aren’t you at the Relay for Life?
Council asks staff to cut 1/2 cent off of tax hike
Cut would bring ad valorum tax increase to 1.5 cents per hundred dollars of valuation The Finance and Intergovernmental Relations (FAIR) Committee of the Henderson City Council adjourned their last scheduled budget meeting before Monday’s budget vote in quasi-consensus.
Vote to get an NC lighthouse restored
Friends: In 2005 Jeld-Wen windows and doors began a lighthouse restoration initiative by taking nominations of towers that needed new windows and doors.
HPD arrests and incidents
Arrests – Thomas Randolph Jordan, of 127 New Circle Lane, was arrested for obstructing and delaying an officer. He was confined in the Vance County Jail under a $500 secured bond.
Relay for Life begins today
Don’t forget this year’s Relay for Life beginning at 3:00 p.m. today at Southern Vance High School.
From the HPD: Copper thieves at it again
This from Lt. Irvin Robinson of the Henderson Police Department’s Crime Prevention unit:
HPD breaks alleged tobacco thief’s habit
On December 29, 2007 at approximately 1:30 a.m., officers of the Henderson Police Department responded to the Wilco Hess convenience store located at 1640 N. Garnett Street in reference to a report of a breaking, entering, and larceny.
HiH cinema review: Kung Fu Panda
The chi to success: don’t try too hard Yesterday I took my children to see Kung Fu Panda.
Thursday’s open line
It looks like Raleigh is going where the “New Direction” of the Henderson City Council dared not to go.
FAIR Committee to discuss budget Friday
The Finance and Intergovernmental Relations (FAIR) Committee will meet Friday, June 20, 2008 at 3:00 p.m. in council chambers in city hall. Discussion will center on the budget for fiscal year 2008-2009.
Arrests for assaults and larcenies
– Kenneth Turner, of 926 Alexander Avenue, was arrested for unauthorized use of a motor vehicle. He was confined in the Vance County Jail under a $500 secured bond.
Wednesday’s open line
I’ve been spending a piece of my mornings during my post-heart attack summer of luxury at Common Grounds on Dabney Drive enjoying a latte. And, yes, I’m allowed two caffeinated beverages per day, according to the book they gave me at Duke. It’s a good latte. Okay, I’m done shilling. Carry on.
Tuesday’s open line
Gee, this budget season started out looking so promising for raises. Promises, promises…
Message from top state education officials
State Board of Education Chairman Howard Lee and State Superintendent June Atkinson Statement Concerning Budget Released by Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Education Today, the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Education released its budget for the public schools.
Wyatt proposes budget cuts, smaller tax hike
Interim City Manager Ed Wyatt began the latest installment of the Henderson City Council’s Finance and Intergovernmental Relations (FAIR) Committee’s budget deliberations by telling members that it is a critical year for the city.
Four shot in Henderson this weekend
Shooting at America’s Best Value Inn On June 14, 2008 at 12:30 a.m. officers of the Henderson Police Department responded to 200 Parham Road in reference to someone being shot.
State Board of Ed. highlights
At their June State Board meeting, members approved the “Framework for Change: The Next Generation of Assessments and Accountability (available online under Highlights),” the Course for Credit Policy, the K-12 Standard Course of Study for English Language Development, and Guilford County Schools’ Alternative Licensure Program for Lateral Entry Teachers.