“Can I Be Vice-President?”
January 27, 2012 – 6:32 pmWonder what my dear friend is saying to Newt in Florida?
On The Legendary Ben Holder
January 26, 2012 – 1:44 pmIs Ben Holder teasing us about a possible comeback?
I happened to check out his old blog recently and saw a couple of indications Ben may be getting the itch.
And when I went to his facebook page he seemed to be yearning to blog again. Yearning to get back in.
When I started blogging Ben was already a legend. His attire included a five gallon bucket attached to his belt to accommodate his cajunas. It made for an awkward walk but it was necessary. That was then, this is now, and those same cajunas could bang around inside a thimble.
I’m setting myself up for a Wahoo McDaniel Super Tomahawk across my forehead.
If this post gets Ben’s attention, maybe he’ll favor us with a response.
Trudy Wade Files Organizational Papers For NC Senate 27
January 25, 2012 – 4:33 pmAs expected, Dr. Trudy Wade just filed her organizational papers at the GC BOE for NC Senate 27.
I am awaiting the news of a surprise candidate from the left rumored to announce soon.
Springsteen
January 25, 2012 – 11:51 am
Photo taken at the Greensboro Coliseum in 1981.
From the coliseum:
Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band
Announce First US Leg of 2012 ‘Wrecking Ball’ World Tour
GREENSBORO COLISEUM – MARCH 19
**ONLY DATE IN THE CAROLINAS & VIRGINIA**
New Album ‘Wrecking Ball’ (Columbia Records) Out March 6
Guilford County Commissioner Solutions?
January 19, 2012 – 5:34 pmAs the Morrison sisters told Andy and Barney, I “take walks, see things, hear things”.
Strictly rumors here, but as George Carlin once said, “hey, this could happen”.
Links to stories on county commissioner election woes.
Carolyn Coleman is appointed to the one At-Large position. Kaye Cashion is appointed to D6. You CAN serve in a different district than which you live you just can not RUN in a different district. Probably gives D’s one vote edge for the next two years. Watch for payback.
This could make for some interesting scenarios.
Might Paul Gibson run against a strong Republican in D5 which has a numerical advantage to the R running?
Will Kaye Cashion run head to head against Linda Shaw in that new district?
Revote ’cause Zack voted but Zack can now vote.
January 17, 2012 – 4:44 pmKind of an odd turn of events.
From: Pollard, Thomas [mailto:Thomas.Pollard@greensboro-nc.gov]
Sent: Thursday, January 12, 2012 4:03 PM
To: *
Subject: Reconsideration of motion adopted on December 13Dear Mayor and City Council:
At the meeting on December 13, the City Council adopted a resolution approving a contract with DH Griffin, Inc. for the demolition of a portion of the Canada Dry Bottling Plant (Item 39). At that time, I failed to advise the City Council to consider excusing Mr. Matheny from voting on the item because of the previous determination concerning a conflict relating to DH Griffin. In order to correct the record I recommend that the City Council take the following actions at your meeting on January 17:
1. Consider a motion to reconsider this item.
2. If the motion to reconsider is successful then a motion to excuse Mr.Matheny can be considered, if necessary.
3. Then the City Council can consider a motion to ratify the approval of the contract with DH Griffin, Inc.
This will not be a separate item on the agenda, but I intend to bring it up during the time allocated for items to be presented by the attorney at the end of the meeting. If you have any questions, please let me know. Thanks.
Thomas C. Pollard
White Street Task Force Resolution for tonight’s council meeting
January 17, 2012 – 2:19 pmUpdate: Reading of this resolution may be postponed.
From: “Chris Brook” <ChrisBrook@southerncoalition.org>
Date: Fri, 13 Jan 2012 15:04:06 -0500
To: *
Subject: Thanks!
Councilman *,
Thanks for taking the time to talk with me this afternoon. The CEEJ folks are really excited that the resolution will be introduced on Tuesday and hopefully the Council will unanimously support its adoption. Attached is the most recent version. I am almost certain I have sent you this version previously, but just wanted to make sure you had it.
Thanks again and I hope you have a wonderful long weekend.
Christopher A. Brook
Staff Attorney
Southern Coalition for Social Justice
(name of file: White Street Resolution Supporting Task Force (pre-2003 version)
RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING AND PROVIDING PARAMETERS FOR GREENSBORO WASTE MANAGEMENT AND RECYCLING TASK FORCE
WHEREAS, municipal solid waste (hereinafter “MSW”) currently collected by the City of Greensboro is disposed of at Uwharrie Regional Landfill pursuant to a contract with Republic Services of North Carolina LLC, which expires on June 30, 2012;
WHEREAS, the City of Greensboro is in need of a long-term, fiscally sustainable MSW management and recycling plan for its waste that minimizes impacts on human health, economic development, and the environment;
WHEREAS, Greensboro residents must be involved in and supportive of the City of Greensboro’s formulation and implementation of a long-term, fiscally sustainable waste management and recycling plans;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GREENSBORO:
1. That the City Council hereby supports the formation of a citizen-driven task force to review the City of Greensboro’s current and long-term waste management and recycling practices.
2. That the City Council hereby supports the formation, selection, and impaneling of said task force by no later than March 1, 2012. The task force should hold its first meeting no later than April 1st, 2012. The task force will provide the City Council with an interim report on its progress prior to June 30, 2012. The task force will present a written report along with a verbal presentation on long-term, sustainable waste management and recycling options with recommendations to the City Council no later than October 31, 2012. The task force’s waste management and recycling reports will be posted on the City of Greensboro’s website.
3. That the task force should be composed of nine individuals. Each member of the City Council will nominate one Greensboro resident to serve on the task force.
4. That a non-voting advisory council will support the task force. The advisory council will provide the task force with the resources, information, and expertise necessary to complete their review of the City’s current waste management and recycling practice and potential long-term waste management and recycling options for the City.
5. City of Greensboro Field Operations Director Dale Wyrick will head the advisory council.
6. The City Manager will coordinate with the below referenced groups to select the 11 additional members of the advisory council as follows:
a. One representative from the North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources;
b. One individual associated with the North Carolina A&T Waste Management Institute;
c. One representative from the private waste management industry;
d. One expert on waste-to-energy technology;
e. One member of the Guilford County Board of Commissioners solid waste management staff;
f. One member of the Guilford County Board of Commissioners;
g. One Greensboro resident put forward by the Greensboro Chamber of Commerce;
h. One Greensboro resident put forward by the Greensboro Regional Realtors Association;
i. One member of the Greensboro Human Relations Commission;
j. One Greensboro resident put forward by the Citizens for Economic and Environmental Justice; and
k. One Greensboro resident living within a one mile radius of the White Street Landfill;
7. That the task force will elect a Chair and Vice-Chair at its initial meeting.
8. That the report submitted by the task force can contain a majority supported and minority supported reports, provided that the task force will strive for consensus.
9. The City Council will appoint two of its members to serve as liaisons between the City Council and the task force.
10. That the task force’s written report and proposals shall be non-binding on the City Council. The work of the task force will not prohibit the City Council and City Staff from continuing to research long-term waste management and recycling options and potential solutions.
Trudy Wade To Run For NC Senate 27
January 16, 2012 – 11:47 amDr. Trudy Wade will run for the newly formed NC Senate District 27.
Wade, who is well known and very well liked for being a champion of conservative causes including lower taxes and less government intrusion in our lives, will make the formal announcement soon.
Dr. Wade’s experience and reputation as a local elected official should be a valuable asset in her campaign to serve on a state level. She will make an excellent representative for constituents in District 27 based on her consistent and proven record of conservatism.
I look forward to supporting her campaign.
A Reception Honoring Mayor Pat McCrory
January 12, 2012 – 3:43 pmA Reception Honoring Mayor Pat McCrory.
Your attendance and contribution will help assure we have a leader who can bring jobs and prosperity back to NC. This small reception may be the last in this area before Pat’s formal announcement. Please honor Pat with your presence and check so he can win. Please RSVP to Larry Proctor at 336-337-3683.
Tuesday Jan. 24th from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM
At The Lazy G, 907 Gallimore Dairy Road, High Point, NC 27265
$250 min. for 1/2 people, $1000 to attend as CO-HOST, and $2500 to attend as HOST.
Please RSVP by Jan. 16th. Make checks payable to: The Pat McCrory Committee.
Newt Gingrich Wins GC GOP Straw Poll
January 10, 2012 – 12:31 pmAround 90 people attended the GC GOP Executive Committee meeting Monday night.
Of those who participated, 36% chose Newt Gingrich as the GOP nominee. Behind Gingrich was Rick Santorum with 26% of the vote.
Also, a local well-liked dude named Pat will kick off his campaign for governor on January 31st at the Shriner’s Club on High Point Road. Let’s fill the place up and show our support for the next governor of NC.
Jon Firebaugh has updated the local GOP website: www.guilfordcountygop.org.