Home  Blog Chatham Chatlist #2773
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Written by Gene Galin
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Tuesday, 13 March 2007 |
This digest contains the following messages:
1. Haw River Assembly Celebrates 25 Years
2. Handyman recommendation
3. Pittsboro Elementary Carnival Sponsorship
4. Field Hearing on New Fire Safety Issues at Harris Plant
5. Local Artist Exhibit & Sale - Silent Auction
6. Need to rent a tux - suggestions?
7. Seeking home window Tinting Services
8. HVAC recommendations
9. BOE Meeting Notes - 3/12/07
10. People who do not pay their property taxes
11. Women's Yadkin Valley Wine Tour
12. Park Closed
13. PETS - Low Cost Spay Neuter comes to Chatham
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Date: Tue, 13 Mar 2007 05:25:59 -0500
From: "Debbie Tunnell" <debbietunnell.at.hotmail.com>
Subject: Haw River Assembly Celebrates 25 Years
<P><SPAN class=story2><STRONG><FONT size=2>Haw River Assembly Celebrates 25 Years</FONT></STRONG></SPAN></P> <P><SPAN class=story2></SPAN><SPAN class=story2><FONT size=2>BY CARA MCDONOUGH : The Herald-Sun<BR></FONT><A xhref="mailto:chh.at.heraldsun.com"><FONT color=#a52a2a size=2>chh.at.heraldsun.com</FONT></A><BR><FONT size=2>Mar 11, 2007 : 8:55 pm ET</FONT></SPAN></P> <P><FONT size=2><SPAN class=story2>BYNUM -- It all started with a charter meeting and a canoe-a-thon. </SPAN><BR><BR><SPAN class=story2>Twenty-five years later, the Haw River Assembly is still forging ahead by reaching out to the public -- and the policy makers -- and a genuine love of the waterways the organization strives to protect. </SPAN><BR><BR><SPAN class=story2>"I think we're just very proud that we're here 25 years later and we've actually reached a lot of the initial goals we had," said HRA Executive Director Elaine Chiosso. "As a river protection organization there is no end date, or end goal -- we will be here to protect the river." </SPAN><BR><BR><SPAN class=story2>The HRA, a nonprofit citizens' group that was formed in 1982 to restore and protect the Haw River and Jordan Lake, will celebrate its 25 years with an anniversary celebration at the Community Church of Chapel Hill on March 31. </SPAN><BR><BR><SPAN class=story2>"It will be a big party with live music and dancing and drinks and hors d'oeuvres," said Chiosso.</SPAN></FONT></P> <P><SPAN class=story2><FONT size=2><SPAN class=story2>"We're looking ahead to how we can be even more effective, and growing to have more members," Chiosso said. "Our short mission statement is to 'create watershed community.' More and more people want this to happen and are willing to put some effort into having clean water right where they live." </SPAN><BR><BR><SPAN class=story2>Someday, she said, she'd love to have everyone who lives in the Haw River watershed -- about 900,000 people -- join the HRA.</SPAN></FONT></SPAN></P> <P><FONT size=2><SPAN class=story2>Join us for the party. For the complete article:</SPAN></FONT><BR><BR><FONT color=#000000><A xhref="http://www.heraldsun.com/chatham/13-828298.cfm">http://www.heraldsun.com/chatham/13-828298.cfm</A></FONT></P>
<P><FONT color=#000000><FONT size=2><SPAN class=story2>What: Haw River Assembly's 25th Anniversary Celebration and Fundraiser. There will be a live band, dancing, food and drinks, and a silent and live auction. </SPAN><BR><BR><SPAN class=story2>When: Saturday, March 31, 7-11 p.m. </SPAN><BR><BR><SPAN class=story2>Where: The Community Church of Chapel Hill, 106 Purefoy Road </SPAN><BR><BR><SPAN class=story2>Cost : Tickets will be $25 each to help reach the HRA's 25th anniversary fundraising goal of $25,000. </SPAN><BR><BR><SPAN class=story2>Visit www.hawriver.org for information on the Haw River Assembly, including membership and volunteer opportunities. </SPAN></FONT></P></DIV></FONT></div><br clear=all><hr> <a xhref="http://g.msn.com/8HMBENUS/2734??PS=47575" target="_top">With tax season right around the corner, make sure to follow these few simple tips.</a> </html>
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Date: Tue, 13 Mar 2007 08:04:14 -0400
From: Christine Casey <chris_casey.at.ncsu.edu>
Subject: Handyman recommendation
I recently used Freedom Handyman and was impressed by the quality of their work as well as their professional attitude. Contact information is on their web site: www.freedomhandymanservice.com.
Christine Casey
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Date: Tue, 13 Mar 2007 09:03:21 -0400
From: "Jennifer Davis" <jennifer_davis.at.med.unc.edu>
Subject: Pittsboro Elementary Carnival Sponsorship
*Do you live in the Pittsboro area ?
Are you a business owner who would like to advertise in the local community?
If you answered “YES” to either of these questions, then we have a deal for you!
The Pittsboro Elementary School PTA will be hosting its annual Spring Carnival on Friday, March 30, 2007. This is a very important fundraiser for our school and fun community event. Our Carnivals have had a large number of attendance and sponsors have commented on being able to reach a large audience for a reasonable price.*
*We are looking to local business (large or small) to help us sponsor this event. Your business will be listed on various flyers and directories at the Carnival and your business will be recognized in our quarterly newsletter. Our newsletter is sent into over 500 homes in the Pittsboro area!*
* Sponsorships are available for $100.00 and are tax deductible.*
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Business Name: ________________________________________________________*
*Phone Number: ________________________________________________________*
*Authorized Signature: _______________________________Date: _______________*
* Please make your checks payable to: Pittsboro Elementary School*
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You may drop your check by the Pittsboro Elementary Office - Monday - Friday or mail it to Jennifer Davis, C/O Pittsboro Elementary School,
375 Pittsboro Elementary School Road, Pittsboro, NC 27312.
A receipt will be mailed to you upon receipt of your donation.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Jennifer Davis
(542-4860)
or Lisa Ray (542-1132).
To be included in carnival directories, donations must be received by _March 23, 2007_.
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Date: Tue, 13 Mar 2007 09:58:30 -0500 (GMT-05:00)
From: mellison1.at.earthlink.net
Subject: Field Hearing on New Fire Safety Issues at Harris Plant
Senator Ellie Kinnaird is co-hosting a Field Hearing to air public comment and concern regarding Shearon Harris Fire Safety and Compliance before members of the NRC. The Hearing will be held at the Barn at Fearrington, Thursday, March 22, at 7PM.
The purpose of the Field hearing will be 1) to address the questions raised in a petition filed by several groups with the NRC last year which sought answers as to the exact nature of Harris' compliance status, and 2) a time frame for requiring Harris' full compliance with federal fire protection regulation. These issues issues are of growing concern following the January 29th NRC decision not to require protection of US nuclear plants against attacts by air, and that nuclear plant operators manage large fires or explosions.
Elected official and citizens of Chatham are urged to attend this Hearing and voice their questions and concerns about the safety at the plant what this new decision by NRC means for all of us.
Margie Ellison
Organizing Director
NC WARN
919-416-5077
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Date: Tue, 13 Mar 2007 12:10:45 -0400
From: "Sarah Mendel" <sarahmendel.at.trihome.com>
Subject: Local Artist Exhibit & Sale - Silent Auction
I am looking for interested artist who would be willing to exhibit and sell their work at local new development/community in Pittsboro - possibility of a silent auction.
Want to involve local students - and their school/families -
Who where can I start gaining contacts?
I have sent email to Chatham Arts Council for starters and then thought ofChatham Chat list.
Your feedback appreciated.
Sarah Mendel, ABR, RLI
RE/MAX UNITED
"Where Experience Counts"
919. 518 8100 Office
919. 414 3148 Cell
919. 882 4382 eFax
<mailto:sarahmendel.at.TriHome.com> sarahmendel.at.TriHome.com
<http://www.TriHome.com> http://www.TriHome.com
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Date: Tue, 13 Mar 2007 12:36:34 -0400
From: Maurice East <meast.at.gwu.edu>
Subject: Need to rent a tux - suggestions?
Need to rent a tux. I am a "portly" fellow.
Did not see any Formal wear shops in Chatham cty tel book. Any suggestions? Thanks
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Maurice -
Try this place in Hillsborough - http://formalwearoutlet.com/
I bought a tux from them 7 years ago for little more than it costs to rent one.
Gene Galin
Chatlist Moderator
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Date: Tue, 13 Mar 2007 12:35:28 -0500
From: "Molly Macdonald" <macmolly.at.hotmail.com>
Subject: Seeking home window Tinting Services
Hello. I have large windows that I would like to get tinted or apply some kind of sun reflector covering to help with keeping the home cool. Does anyone know of a service that will do this or have any suggestions? Thank you. Molly
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Date: Tue, 13 Mar 2007 13:48:48 -0400
From: <ima_tarheel.at.msn.com>
Subject: HVAC recommendations
Hi all,
Can anyone recommend a good HVAC company that won't charge an arm and a leg for a service call WITHOUT having a service contract?
Thanks
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Date: Tue, 13 Mar 2007 13:45:46 -0500
From: <ggalin.at.bellsouth.net>
Subject: BOE Meeting Notes - 3/12/07
Board of Education meeting 12 March 2007
Very full meeting but disappointing as to attendance. I certainly thought the agenda would have filled the room with interested parents but there were less than a dozen. If discussing how and where we need to build schools, potential redistricting issues and how taxpayers’ money is to be spent has little interest, what would motivate folks to come see the workings of their Board of Educaton?
The public hearing for the proposed budget had only one speaker and her concern was a welcome one. She is a teacher and pointed out a program being administered locally which, in turn, should be kept local. The proposed budget had a $50,000 staff proposal to hire an outside team which her school was running for much less.
This is a preview of Board of Education meeting 12 March 2007.
Read the full post (457 words, estimated 1:50 mins reading time) at http://www.chathamnc.net/tottenblog/
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Date: Tue, 13 Mar 2007 18:15:10 EDT
From: AJACE9.at.aol.com
Subject: People who do not pay their property taxes
It is just staggering to me at the number of people and businesses that do not pay their property taxes as was shown in the last weeks March 8th edition of the Chatham News/Record. 5 Long pages to be exact of those that did not pay their taxes.
I don't know about you but it gets me a little upset when I pay my taxes and a slew of others don't. Now there might be a good reason for some but not for the thousands of others that were listed.
One thing did concern me was the listing of Voller Properties. I would like to know if that is the mayor's business. If it is it does not show good example for others.
What is going to be done to collect the past due property taxes.
Signed Taxpayer
Ace
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Date: Tue, 13 Mar 2007 18:46:50 -0400
From: mshannonc.at.aol.com
Subject: Women's Yadkin Valley Wine Tour
I'm thinking of organizing a women's weekend wine tour this spring or early summer so thought I'd put out some feelers to gauge interest. Tour would include transportation (designated driver), tour of 3-4 wineries, dinner, overnight lodging, one or two wineries on Sunday and return trip back to Pittsboro or Chapel Hill area. If this sounds like something you'd be interested in doing please respond with the following information:
Name
Age (or thereabouts)
Preferred departure location
Budget considerations
Weekends Available
Thanks for your responses!
Shannon Crane
Bynum, NC
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Date: Tue, 13 Mar 2007 20:04:00 -0500
From: "Lesley Matthews" <lesleym.at.nc.rr.com>
Subject: Park Closed
The Town of Pittsboro decided to close the Kiwanis Playground until they can get the dead trees cut down. All of the gates have been chained. I contacted the Town of PBO at 542-4621 and was told that they are currently taking bids and hope to reopen the park as soon as possible.
I talked with a secretary, but maybe it will help if more of us call and ask to speak with the Mayor Randy Voller or Acting Town Manager Paul Messick. I want the town to know that people do use the park and will miss being able to play there.
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Date: Tue, 13 Mar 2007 21:04:33 -0400
From: lbartfield.at.aol.com
Subject: ** PETS - Low Cost Spay Neuter comes to Chatham
The SPAY-NEUTER ASSISTANCE PROGRAM OF NC will be at the Southern States in Siler City on March 28 to provide low cost spay-neuter surgeries! The basic package includes an examination, complete surgery, rabies vaccines and distemper combo vaccines. The fee for a cat is $60 and a dog is $90. Other services are available, as is further subsidy for those on limited income. See our web site at www.snap-nc.org. Please call ahead for an appointment 919-783-SNAP (7627) - we book well in advance!
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