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As schools around the region wrap-up their end-of-year testing, perhaps it's only fair for the adults to have some math reintroduced into their lives!On this week's Mind Your Business, we provide the latest update from Jones Street, where members of the NC General Assembly are simultaneously considering Part II of the Disaster Recovery Act of 2025 (Helene Recovery) while also gearing up to move the biennium budget through the conference process. How do Helene relief dollars play into budget plans? We will give our very best attempt at an answer that does not require a TI-81.We'll also provide some highlights from Vision Northwest North Carolina, including the full set of remarks from Lieutenant Governor Rachel Hunt, as she shared her vision for a Future Ready North Carolina.Mind Your Business is written and produced weekly by the Boone Area Chamber of Commerce. This podcast is made possible thanks to the sponsorship support of Appalachian Commercial Real Estate.Catch the show each Thursday morning at 9AM on WATA (1450AM & 96.5FM) in Boone.Support the show
This episode is presented by Create A Video – Some dumb bills die in the NC General Assembly, child predators are arrested across America, and hackers steal student and teacher personal information in a massive NC data breach. AP Dillon, a reporter for the North State Journal and publisher of More To The Story, joins me to discuss it all. Subscribe to the podcast at: https://ThePetePod.com/ All the links to Pete's Prep are free: https://patreon.com/petekalinershow Media Bias Check: If you choose to subscribe, get 15% off here! Advertising and Booking inquiries: Pete@ThePeteKalinerShow.comGet exclusive content here!: https://thepetekalinershow.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Congressman Addison McDowell takes listeners behind the scenes of his 2023 decision to jump in the 2024 race for Congress in the 6th district, the bruising 2024 primary that came with it, and how he won the early endorsement of President Trump. Skye and Brian also break down a hectic crossover week at the NC General Assembly, major news in the NC Supreme Court race, NC State Board of Election transitions, #TOTW, and Skye talks about her recent stint as a grooms-woman. The Do Politics Better podcast is sponsored by New Frame, the NC Travel Industry Association, the NC Beer & Wine Wholesalers Association, the NC Pork Council, and the NC Healthcare Association.
Mind Your Business is back in your inbox this week with a breakdown of the latest Helene recovery bill passed Wednesday by the NC General Assembly and signed into law by Governor Josh Stein. We'll outline some specific local examples of how these helpful dollars will be allocated.While Helene may still be grabbing the headlines, there are many other core economic and community development projects that are ongoing. This year's legislative calendar could yield some significant progress for the childcare industry. One local business is taking a key point of action and advancing it forward before the legislature gets involved. Hear the story of Kid Cove, and Halee Hartley's recent announcement of a new benefit she is providing for the workforce behind the workforce.Mind Your Business is a weekly production of the Boone Area Chamber of Commerce, made possible through the sponsorship support of Appalachian Commercial Real Estate.Support the show
Welcome to Education Matters presented by the Public School Forum of North Carolina. In today's episode, we're taking a look at Eggs & Issues 2025 where the Public School Forum presented our Top Education Issues which represent the Forum's legislative priorities for the 2025-26 biennium. Today, we'll hear from policymakers who took part in a discussion of the challenges and strategies presented in this year's Top Issues. Guests: Leader Sydney Batch, NC Senate Democratic Leader Mo Green, NC Superintendent of Public Instruction Catty Moore, NC State Board of Education Member-At-Large Sen. Kevin Corbin, NC General Assembly
The final outstanding statewide election in the country moves to the courtroom where candidates make their case for a seat on the N.C. Supreme Court, CMS raises wages for some employees in order to stay competitive, state and local officials respond to President Trump's executive orders, and boundary lines for Lincoln and Catawba counties prepare to shift.
For the first time in years, Charlotte may get snow. We detail the forecast. In the election that will not end, the NC Supreme Court has ruled the State Board of Elections should not yet certify a victory for a Democrat. Gov. Josh Stein continues to issue executive orders related to Helene relief. Plus, baby steps in improvement for Charlotte sports.
Tis the season for year in review content, and we will not disappoint!Over the next few weeks, our Mind Your Business episodes will feature local leaders with conversation around the year in review, but also what is to come in 2025. Our first guest is Town of Boone Mayor Tim Futrelle. We will discuss Helene recovery, the recently approved Howard Street development project, and the approval and eventual rollout of Boone Next. Mind Your Business is a weekly (for the most part) production of the Boone Area Chamber of Commerce. The program is made possible thanks to sponsorship from Appalachian Commercial Real Estate. Support the show
On the local news roundup, ahead of losing their supermajority, Republican members of the North Carolina General Assembly passed more legislation, the skies are changing in Charlotte as flight paths to and from the airport are set to expand and the first snow hit the Queen City in about three years.
Congressman Patrick McHenry is wrapping up a storied 20-year career in the U.S. Congress this December. The Republican from the 10th District talks to Brian about his time in Congress, including the nearly three weeks in 2023 he spent as the Speaker of the House, as well as his first elected position as a state legislator in the General Assembly in 2003-2004. Skye and Brian also talk about strong early voting numbers, campaign finance reports, final polling, #TOTW, and more. The Do Politics Better podcast is sponsored by New Frame, the NC Travel Industry Association, the NC Beer & Wine Wholesalers Association, the NC Pork Council, and the NC Healthcare Association.
Today's newscast includes stories about:A first-year report card on Compass Point Village.County Commissioners approving funding for the Enka Recreation Destination project.An interview with Asheville City Council candidate Kevan Frazier.The NC General Assembly diverting $463 million in public school funding to clear the waitlist for private education vouchers.A look at how climate change will impact North Carolina.
The impact of funding for childcare across North Carolina has a ripple effect that is felt across nearly every business across the State. Locally, childcare centers are trying to meet the needs of families, and the local workforce, while funding challenges still impact day-to-day operations.On this week's Mind Your Business, we visit with Elisha Childers and Virginia Ford from the Children's Council of Watauga County. We'll hear an update on the release of Stabilization Grant money to childcare centers across the State, as well as data on the impact instability within this industry has on businesses. We'll also hear about a special football-focused fundraiser The Children's Council has planned for later in September, offering the community a way to further support their mission.Mind Your Business is a weekly production of the Boone Area Chamber of Commerce. The program is made possible through the sponsorship support of Appalachian Commercial Real Estate.Support the Show.
August 19, 2024 Rockingham County Board Of Commissioners MeetingAGENDA 1. MEETING CALLED TO ORDER BY CHAIRMAN HALL2. INVOCATION - Pastor Christina B. Taylor, Woodmont United Methodist Church, Reidsville3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE4. APPROVAL OF AUGUST 19, 2024 AGENDA5. CONSENT AGENDA (Consent items as follows will be adopted with a single motion, second and vote, unless a request for removal from the Consent Agenda is heard from a Commissioner)A) Captain Jennifer Brown1. Deputy Gary Bledsoe is retiring effective August 1, 2024 from the Rockingham County Sheriffs Office with 13 years/3 months of service. He is requesting to purchase his duty weapon for $100.00 per County Policy and NCGS 17F-20.2. Detective Dan Hardy is retiring effective August 1, 2024 from the Rockingham County Sheriffs Office with 29 years' service. He is requesting to purchase his duty weapon for $1.00 per County Policy and NCGS 17F-20.3. Lt. Jon Peters is retiring effective September 1, 2024 from the Rockingham County Sheriffs Office with 28 years/6 months of service. He is requesting to purchase his duty weapon for $1.00 per County Policy and NCGS 17F-20.4. Increase Sheriffs Office budget $29,500.00 for NCDPS 2023 Byrne-JAG LEO Block Grant Award Federal Grant Number: 15PBJA-23-GG-03000-JAGX (Agreement Number #2000071115) to purchase body armor, Handheld 800mHz radios and accessories and communication system microphones for Deputies.5. Request to accept $740,396.84 for NCDPS grant (19-RFA-RQ96528-WAX Medication-Assisted Treatment in Jails) awarded to the Jail to establish a MAT (Medication Assisted Treatment) Program. This grant was approved due to the Jail meeting priority criteria established by the NC General Assembly in accordance with S.L. 2021-80. The grant will al10w for the purchase of FDA approved medication for inmate treatments of alcohol and/or opioid use disorder ($686,316.80) and the hiring of a Medical Technician for one year ($54,080.04 annual salary) to take care of inmates' routine medical checks while the nurse on staff dispenses medications to inmates participating in the MAT program.This request is to accept the award and to allow approval of the Med Tech position and the purchase of medications for the grant period.6. Request to use Jail Canteen funds to purchase a commercial Till Skillet for the Jail Kitchen to replace the one currently there that is unable to be repaired. This equipment is used daily by kitchen staff when preparing meals for the inmates. It is versatile in that it is used to prepare a variety of meals in large batches by steaming, simmering, boiling, frying, grilling or sautéing. It can be used to warm meals and reduce cooking time for food prep tasks. It offers even cooking, temperature control and nutrient retention. The cost is $29,630.00 before tax. B) Pat Galloway, Director of Financial ServicesAmend South Rockingham Corporate Park Water & Wastewater Project fund $99,189 due to additional CDBG grant funds received with the final close out of the project in July 2024. Project was amended and closed in May 2024. This action will re-open the project fund to accept the funds, allow the appropriate transfers out to the General Fund and Water & Sewer Fund and re-close the fund in FY 2025. $49,155 will be transferred to the General Fund which will complete the reimbursement of funds originally provided. The remaining $50,034 will be transferred to the Water & Sewer Fund for future water or sewer needs.C) Justin Thacker, Deputy Finance Director1. Increase Fire District budget for $43,004 in revenues collected over budget in FY 2024 that will be remitted to the respective Fire Departments:Draper $10,708Leaksville $32,296Increase Fire District budget for $2,037 to remit Pelham's Fire District fund balance since Ruffin assumed the coverage area as of July 1,2024.2. Amend the FY 24-25 budget $30,768 for the new software subscription CUSl/UMS that meets the criteria of a recently implemented governmental accounting standard requiring certain software subscriptions to be capitalized as a Right to Use intangible asset and the corresponding liability to be reported.3. Increase the FY 2025 Cooperative Extension budget $2,578 for program revenues earned and not budgeted in FY 2024. The various program revenues are to be used in the same program as earned.4. Amend the American Rescue Plan Grant Project Ordinance to appropriate $80,473 of unobligated ARPA funds to the ARPA Water/Wastewater Expense Category. These funds will be transferred to the Hwy 220 Wastewater and Water Capital Project. Amend the Hwy 220 Wastewater and Water Capital Project to accept the transfer of funds from the ARPA special revenue fund. Appropriate $384,116 of American Rescue Plan Grant interest earnings and reallocate previously allocated interest eamingsearnings of $79,295 for a total of $463,410 to be transferred to the General Fund.5. Appropriate $50,000 for the addendum for year 2 and 3 for ARPA TSF funds received by NCDHHS for the Public Health Department.6. Appropriate $869 for additional dollars granted to the WIC program in public health. The original budget was $432,862 but the addendum for Rockingham County now shows a total budget of$433,731.7. Increase Stoneville Library & Vera Holland Trust Fund project budgets associated with replacing the roofs and siding on each of the buildings. The Library Board of Trustees approved both projects on the 7/25/2024 meeting.Stoneville Library - Vera Holland Fund $34,394Vera Holland Center- Vera Holland Fund $18,2438. Amend FY 2025 budget $332,252 to account for the various school projects completed. The funds will be available in the school capital reserve fund to be used for future pay-go projects for Rockingham County Schools.9. Increase Library budget $5,000 for grant award from the Reidsville Area Foundation. Funds will be used for book purchases.10. Amend the FY 2024-2025 budget $104,685 for the new software subscription TitanHQ that meets the criteria of a recently implemented governmental accounting standard requiring certain software subscriptions to be capitalized as a Right to Use intangible asset and the corresponding liability to be reported.D) Todd Hurst, Tax Administrator1. Request the appointment of Karen Smith as Deputy Tax Collector 2 Request the approval of Tax Collection and Reconciliation reports for July including refunds for July 17,2024 thru August 6, 2024.E) Susan O. Washburn, Clerk to the Board1. Regular Meeting minutes2. 2025 Employee Holiday ScheduleF) Derek Southern, Assistant County ManagerPurchase of Timekeeping Software. The software will integrate with our current HRPY system as well as the upgrade being implemented in the future.G) Carye E. Dickerson, DSS DirectorAdoption of a proclamation proclaiming August 2024 as Child Support Enforcement Awareness Month in Rockingham County.6. PUBLIC COMMENT7. PRESENTATION: Ronnie Tate, Director of Engineering and Public UtilitiesRequest approval of a five-year extension to the current waste hauling franchise agreement with Waste Management. Extension agreement is provided.8. OLD BUSINESS: Case 2024 - 12: Zoning Map Amendment (Rezoning) – A Request to rezone a (+/-) 4.42-acre parcel of land from Residential Agricultural (RA) to Neighborhood Commercial Conditional District (NC-CD) - Conditional Rezoning Applicant: Jaime Wall, Owner and Executor - Tax Pin: 7921-02- 75-4770 - Location: 225 Farrar Store Rd., Stokesdale - New Bethel Township The Board of County Commissioners first reviewed this request June 17, 2024 and conducted a public hearing. After closing the public hearing, they decided to postpone deliberation of this item to August.The ordinance included with this agenda item request is in Draft form and may be amended after Commissioners' review.9. NEW BUSINESS10. COMMISSIONER COMMENTS11. ADJOURN###
BONUS CONTENT ALERT!! The North Carolina General Assembly is in recess and we have a few short updates about what has transpired in Raleigh over the past few weeks and months.The main focus of this bonus installment of Mind Your Business centers around Early Childhood Education, and action taken by the NC House and Senate to extend compensation grants, or stabilization grants, to the end of the calendar year. This action saved a MAJOR disruption in early childhood services across the State, while also buying time for more conversation as the budget process continues. Halee Hartley, Owner of Kid Cove here in Watauga County, is part of a team of early childhood advocates that has spent a good deal of time in Raleigh working on this important issue. She updates us on what happened, what it means, and how we can be involved in what comes next as early childhood education remains top of mind with NC legislators.Mind Your Business is a weekly (and sometimes daily) production of the Boone Area Chamber of Commerce. Our show is made possible thanks to the sponsorship support of Appalachian Commercial Real Estate.Bills discussed on the show:NC Senate Joint Resolution 916(adjournment) NC Senate Bill 912 (Watauga County Board of Education Districts)NC Senate Bill 357 (adjustments to current appropriations -- compensation grants)Support the Show.
June 17, 2024 Rockingham County Board Of Commissioners MeetingAGENDA1. MEETING CALLED TO ORDER BY CHAIRMAN HALL2. INVOCATION - Pastor Cory Scott, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - Emma Kate Hall, rising 6th grader, Rockingham Middle School4. APPROVAL OF JUNE 17,2024 AGENDA5. CONSENT AGENDA (Consent items as follows will be adopted with a single motion, second and vote, unless a request for removal from the Consent Agenda is heard from a Commissioner)A) Captain Jennifer Brown1. Approval- Accept $473,002.00 for NCDPS grant awarded to the Jail to establish a MAT (Medication Assisted Treatment) Program. This grant was approved due to the Jail meeting priority criteria established by the NC General Assembly in accordance with S.L. 2021-80. The grant will allow for the purchase of medication for inmate treatments only and the funds should be available soon after July I, 2024.2. Approval - Request to move funds from Jail-Lapse Salaries to Inmate Medical to cover expected shortage for remainder of FY 23/24. The Over Cost Pool Limit (OCP) for Southern Health Partners for April was higher than the previous months due to two inmates with serious medical conditions that required hospitalization which resulted in an invoice that was almost quadruple the previous month's cost. Because of this, the budget line may fall short for May and June's OCP invoices. The OCP cost is determined by the amount of medical services needed, therefore we are asking for $30,000 to be moved to get us through the remainder of FY 23/24.B) Pat Galloway, Director of Financial Services1. Approval - Increase Emergency Management budget $3,000 for NC Dept. of Public Safety Tier II Grant award. Funds are to expand hazardous materials emergency preparedness programs through responsive planning, training and related exercises.2. Approval - Increase Engineering and Public Buildings budget $250 for road sign fees collected in May 2024.3. Approval - Action on the previously approved Rockingham County Schools 2024 and 2025 debt funded projects:• Approve Reimbursement Resolution. The funding plan includes covering 2024 project costs with restricted sales tax dollars until bids have been received on the majority of the 2025 projects. We cannot obtain state approval for debt issuance until the majority of costs are known. This resolution will enable the county to reimburse with debt proceeds.• Adopt Capital Project Ordinance for the Schools 2024 and 2025 debt funded projects.• Approved the budget amendment to appropriate funding in the School Capital Project Fund.4. Approval- Appropriate $15,000 of available fund balance in the 125 Employee Plan Internal Service Fund to cover estimated expenditures through fiscal year end. This fund collects and remits the employee elected dependent care and medical reimbursement deductions.5. Approval-Increase Health Insurance fund $775,000 to cover estimated expenditures through June 30, 2024. Claims costs are trending higher than estimated in the current budget. Revenues estimated to be available to cover this increase include: Increase in Charges to Other Funds. General Fund and Water & Sewer Fund budget the full health insurance cost for all benefit eligible positions; however, the Health Insurance Fund budgets only the amount of revenue estimated to be processed through payroll based on filled positions. There is no change in the General Fund or Water & Sewer Fund for this Item. Rx Rebates and Interest Earnings are projected higher based on actual activity to date.C) Justin Thacker, Deputy Finance DirectorApproval- Appropriate $770,000 to construct T-Hangar Taxi lanes for the addition of T-Hanger's. The Airport was awarded a State Transportation Improvement Program (STlP) grant on May I, 2024 by the NC Board of Transportation. This program is designed to fund projects on a State and Federal-mandated plan that is oversaw by NCDOT and the project funding has been awarded at 100%. There is no County dollars involved in this project.D) Todd Hurst, Tax AdministratorApproval - Tax Collection and Reconciliation Reports for May including refunds for May 22, 2024 thru June 4, 2024.E) Susan O. Washburn, Clerk to the BoardApproval - Regular Meeting minutesF) Jason Brooks, Emergency Management Coordinator1. Approval - Adopt the Statewide Mutual Aid Agreement.2. Approval - Resolution authorizing the conveyance of surplus decontamination trailer to Caswell County.G) Leigh Cockram, Director Rockingham County Center for Economic Development, Small Business and TourismApproval - Requesting transfer from general fund to increase the amount for line for Nestle' Purina and move unused funds from Ontex line for increased incentive. Increased tax revenue above the estimated amount.H) Christie Watkins, Soil & Water ConservationApproval- NC Foundation for Soil & Water Conservation grant for FY 25 I) Approval - Appointment of Don Powell and Pam Behm to the Piedmont Triad Regional Workforce Development Board with term expiration of 6/3/2027.6. PUBLIC COMMENT7. PUBLIC HEARINGS:Hiram Marziano, Community Development Director1. Approval - Case 2024- 11 - Zoning Map Amendment (Rezoning) – A request to rezone a (+/-) 1.5-acre portion of a parcel of land from Residential Agricultural (RA) to Neighborhood Commercial (NC) Conventional (Straight) Rezoning - Applicant: Howards of Eden LLC Tax PIN: 7061-14-44-7647 - 550 Smith Rd., Stoneville – Leaksville Township2. Approval- Case 2024-12: Zoning Map Amendment (Rezoning) – A request to rezone (+/-) 4.42-acre parcel of land from Residential Agricultural (RA) to Neighborhood Commercial - Conditional District (NC-CD) - Conditional Rezoning - Applicant: Jaime Wall, owner and executor - Tax PIN: 7921-02-75-4770 - 225 Farrar Store Rd., Stokesdale - New Bethel Township.8. PRESENTATION: Dr. Mark Kinlaw, President of RCC, and Ms. Sheila Regan, VP for Academic AffairsUpdate on the quarter cent sales tax project9. NEW BUSINESS10. COMMISSIONER COMMENTS11. CLOSED SESSIONPursuant to: N.C.G.S. 143-318.11(a)(I) Approve Closed Session Minutes, and N.C.G.S. 143-318.11(a)(3) Consult with the Attorney concerning the Kyle Kepley case.12. ADJOURN###
This episode is presented by Carolina Readiness Supply – Local governments looking at tax hikes to pay for expanding services. Plus, lobbying ramps up for teacher pay increases as the NC General Assembly proposes all lesson plans be posted online. Subscribe to the podcast at: https://ThePeteKalinerShow.com/ All the links to Pete's Prep are free: https://patreon.com/petekalinershow Get exclusive content here!: https://thepetekalinershow.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
We preview some of the items the legislature will be grappling with in their short session. That includes education funding, immigration, and what to do with a budget surplus.
We're back for 2024! This edition of IIANC Radio features a conversation with Jim Slaughter, President of Law Firm Carolinas, which has the largest community association legal practice in the Carolinas. Jim talks with IIANC lobbyist Joe Stewart about North Carolina's unique statutes regarding HOAs and condos, as well insights on the insurance-related issues that have been discussed and debated in recent months at the NC General Assembly.
February 5, 2024 Rockingham County Commissioners MeetingAGENDAI. Meeting CALLED TO ORDER 2. INVOCATION3.PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 4. APPROVAL OF AGENDA5. RESOLUTION - LANCE METZLER, COUNTY MANAGERApproval - Resolution - Reidsville High School Rams Football Team for winning the NCHSA 2023 2-A State Championship6 CONSENT AGENDA A) Pat Galloway, Finance Director1. Approval-Amend the FY 23-24 budget $347,090 for new software subscriptions that meet the criteria of a recently implemented governmental accounting standard requiring certain software subscriptions to be capitalized as a Right to Use intangible asset and the corresponding liability to be reported. This is a requirement of the Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB).2. Approval-Amend Sheriff Department budget $5,452 for a new postage machine lease agreement. The amendment will increase Capital Outlay and Other Financing Source $5,452 and will transfer the FY 24 lease payment ($576) included in the original FY 24 budget from an operating expense line item to principal and interest line items. 3. Approval - Appropriate $3,000 of 4-H Reserve Fund Balance to cover costs of 4-H school enrichment programing and upcoming 4-H programs offered to Rockingham County.4. Approval -Increase Public Buildings budget $89,055 for vacant position that was mistakenly left off the original FY 2024 budget and for the percentage of the department director's salary and benefits that was previously budgeted in the Landfill operating fund which was discontinued as of 6/30/2023.5. Approval - Increase Fire District Special Revenue Fund budget $260,000 for current year fire district taxes collected over budget. These two fire districts request that all funds collected be remitted to them during the year of collection.• Draper - $230,000 (higher due to conservative budget estimates on the Purina Facility)• Leaksville - $30,0006. Approval - Fire District Special Revenue Fund $6,825. Motor Vehicle tax collections are trending higher than estimated in the FY 2024 original budge. The amendment is needed to cover the increase in collection fee expense line items. 7. Approval - Increase E-911 Special Revenue Fund budget $66,648 for 911 Board grant award to purchase 8 p011able radios for the 911 Center B) Todd Hurst, Tax AdministratorApproval -Tax collection and reconciliation reports for December including refunds for January 3, 2024 thru January 23, 2024.C) Tara Muchini, Youth Services DirectorApproval -Rockingham County Juvenile Crime Prevention Council removal of Nicole Moore from the JCPC due to lack of interest and participation, as according bylaws.D) Rodney Stewart, RCEMS Operations SupervisorApproval -Accounting reports of billing and collections activity for December 2023 and approval of accounts uncollected that are to be written off. E) Hiram Marziano, Community DevelopmentApproval -Adjustment to the Planning Department schedule of fees, specifically increasing the third-party engineering review fee for new wireless communication towers from $3,000 to $3,500. This request is the result of an increase in the amount Atlantic Technologies, our contracting engineer charges for review of new tower plans, which now equals $3,100. The remaining $400 is to cover staff and administrative time spent on new tower projects.F) Greg Bray, Airport Authority Advisory BoardApproval -Reappointment of Mr. Greg Bray and Mr. Gary Akers to the Airport Authority Advisory Board. The term to expire February 4, 2027.G) Shameka McCain, Piedmont Triad Regional CouncilApproval -Appointment of Ms. April Cox to the Piedmont Triad Regional Workforce Development Board. The term to expire June 30, 2027.H) Lance Metzler, County ManagerApproval -New position for Veterans Treatment Court Coordinator and the budget of $36,800 to cover Veterans Treatment Court program start up costs and operating costs for the remainder of FY 2024. I) Susan O. Washburn, Clerk to the BoardApproval - Regular meeting minutesJ) Derek Southern, Assistant County ManagerApproval - Allow Rockingham Community College Student Life and Athletics to utilize Youth Services Vans for the baseball team's travel. This is a trial program that will last the duration of the spring 2024 season. 7. PUBLIC COMMENT8. Benjamin Curtis, Register of DeedsRegister of Deeds office update9. Ronnie Tate, Director of Engineering and Public Utilities and Bill Lester with LKC EngineeringApproval- Utility project list at estimated cost of $52,913,500 which will be funded by the $54,550,000 allocated to the County in the NC General Assembly approved FY 2023-24 State budget. These projects are a continuation of utility projects the County started in 2017 on Hwy 158 and US 220.10. Lisa Ellington, Rockingham County RecoversApproval- Rockingham County Recovers (Opioid Task Force) RFQ and RC High Impact Opioid Abatement Strategies.11. Clyde Albright, County AttorneyApproval - Offer to purchase the Horse Park Property from Rockingham County for 1.1 million dollars.12. NEW BUSINESS13. COMMISSIONER COMMENTS14. ADJOURN###
This episode is presented by Carolina Readiness Supply – North Carolina Rep. Tricia Cotham (R-Mecklenburg) announced she will run for re-election to the NC General Assembly. Cotham drew the wrath of Democrats from across the country when she switched parties, became a Republican, and gave the GOP a super-majority in the House last session. Get exclusive content here!: https://thepetekalinershow.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On Friday, September 22nd, the North Carolina General Assembly have final approval to NC House Bill 529, the Current Operations Act of 2023. More commonly referred to as the 2023-25 NC State budget, this document includes a number of well publicized spending priorities, like raises for State employees and educators, early childhood development, and affordable housing. The passing of the budget also triggered Medicaid Expansion for North Carolina, which will go into effect December 1st, and stands to benefit patients and heath care providers across the State.Statewide priorities are only part of the story, and on this week's Mind Your Business, NC House District 93 Representative Ray Pickett provides an update on specific budget inclusions that will have a direct impact on Watauga County. He also discusses NC General Assembly priorities, such as enrollment growth for Appalachian State University, future budget wishes, and plenty more.Mind your Business is produced weekly by the Boone Area Chamber of Commerce. This podcast is made possible each week by Appalachian Commercial Real Estate and sponsored in part by UNC Health Appalachian. Support the show
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Year-round schools are back in session and traditional calendar schools are opening in just a few short weeks. Over at the NC General Assembly, however, lawmakers have yet to turn in their homework – a state budget. The result: great uncertainty for administrators seeking to gear up for the new year – particularly in addressing […] The post NCAE President Tamika Walker Kelly on the impact of the delayed state budget appeared first on NC Newsline.
This week on Flashpoint, WCNC Charlotte's Ben Thompson speaks with Senate leader Phil Berger regarding the General Assembly's final stretch of its legislative session. Berger discusses the top priorities of the General Assembly and more.
This week on Flashpoint, WCNC Charlotte's Ben Thompson speaks with Senate leader Phil Berger regarding the General Assembly's final stretch of its legislative session. Berger discusses the top priorities of the General Assembly and more.
On episode 93, we're joined by two experts who have been at the intersection of energy efficiency, building codes, and policy for quite some time. Julie Robinson of Robinson Consulting Group and Rob Howard of Howard Building Science share the latest on efforts to update NC's significantly outdated residential energy efficiency standards and how those updates could save homeowners some serious cash. We'll also hear about efforts at the NC General Assembly to stall updates to the code until 2031. Tune in to hear how the saga is playing out and how you can get involved. Additional resources from today's episode: Current NC Codes: https://bit.ly/3CNjh0h HB 488 Action Alert: https://bit.ly/42Mcvn4 Latest Building Code Council News: https://bit.ly/3XiELf4 Presented by NC Sustainable Energy Association. Hosted and produced by Matt Abele (Twitter: @MattAbele) Be sure to follow us on Instagram at @squeakycleanpodcast.
Palmer McIntyre, Director for the North Carolina Year of the Trail, shares how the celebration of outdoor recreation in NC showcases the state's beautiful landscapes, provides healthy recreation, and stimulates local economies. She also works for the Piedmont Land Conservancy, a regional land trust in the Triad area.Palmer explains why and how the 2023 NC Year of the Trail was created by an effort led by the Great Trails State Coalition and supported by the NC General Assembly. Today, the NC Year of the Trail is the largest statewide celebration of trails and outdoor recreation in North Carolina history. Discover how and where to experience trails and why it is important to spend more time outdoors. Also on Speaking of Travel, there is one particular trail in NC found way up on top of Beech Mountain you will not want to miss. Travel over the rainbow to the yellow brick road and celebrate Land of Oz's annual Autumn at Oz Festival - one of the world's largest Wonderful Wizard of Oz events. Sean Barrett, artistic director at Land of Oz, fills us in on this annual tradition still going strong today.Stay tuned! Only on Speaking of Travel!Thanks for listening to Speaking of Travel! Visit speakingoftravel.net for travel tips, travel stories and so much more.
Ever since the $8.5 Billion VC Sumner nuclear plant failure in South Carolina, the region has been exploring ways to better protect ratepayers from utility overreach and unchecked spending. This led to the introduction and passage of a bill in SC to study the benefits of market reform for the state. And the results are in…South Carolina ratepayers could save upwards of $360M a year by joining a regional wholesale market. Earlier this year, NC experienced our own utility challenges with Winter Storm Elliott, which knocked out power to more than 500k customers. These reliability concerns led to the NC General Assembly introducing our own version of a study bill to explore potential savings and reliability improvements that would come with alternative market structures. In fact, some third parties already authored a study that showed NC could save nearly $593M/year by joining an RTO market. On this episode, we discuss the latest developments on related to market reform in the southeast and the potential benefits it could bring to ratepayers. We're joined by Chris Carmody of the Carolinas Clean Energy Business Alliance and Reese Rogers of the Clean Energy Buyers Association who break down the latest! Additional resources from today's episode: SC Brattle Study: bit.ly/43LShtR NC Brattle Study: bit.ly/42tAaHU Presented by NC Sustainable Energy Association. Hosted and produced by Matt Abele (Twitter: @MattAbele) Be sure to follow us on Instagram at @squeakycleanpodcast.
This past week at the NC General Assembly saw the final enactment of a deeply controversial ban on abortion care as well as the state Senate's version of a new two-year state budget. Unfortunately, despite the scope, importance and controversial nature of these bills, the opportunities for real input from senators and representatives – especially […] The post Sen. Rachel Hunt on the abortion ban and a troubling path Republicans are paving for public schools appeared first on NC Newsline.
The NC General Assembly opened its 2023-2024 biennium on Wednesday with a day of celebration, optimism, and bipartisanship (for the most part). This podcast covers the ceremonial day, including a new rule in the House that will allow for easier veto overrides in that chamber, the news that an abortion bill is being negotiated between the House and Senate, and a list of unfinished business from 2021-22 likely to get action this session. Skye and Brian also talk to ACLU of NC Senior Policy Counsel Ann Webb about her positive approach to the General Assembly on offensive and defensive issues. The Do Politics Better podcast is sponsored by New Frame, the NC Travel Industry Association, and the NC Beer & Wine Wholesalers Association.
In this episode of Under the Dome for the week of Jan. 9, 2023, News & Observer politics reporters Dawn Vaughan and Will Doran tell you what to expect as the North Carolina General Assembly comes back for its long session. Plus what factors are at play in legislation, maps and 2024 — and their picks for Headliner of the Week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This installment of IIANC Radio features David Smith of eBen Concepts, who is a member of the IIANC Governmental Affairs Committee and chair of the General Assembly Action Committee for the NC Association of Health Underwriters. IIANC lobbyist Joe Stewart and David talk about the current state of the health insurance marketplace in North Carolina, and take a look ahead to the health care related issues likely to be discussed and debated during the 2023 Session of the NC General Assembly.
We've been told the low, LOW NAEP test scores out this year were so low because of Covid, and school closures, but is that accurate? Lynne Taylor, an expert on Common Core, and it's long-term impact on learning outcomes joins me to assess the situation, and to explain how and why the “crisis” we perceive today was set in motion decades ago.Lynne Taylor has been recognized by her peers as an expert in Common Core, Career Tech Education, Career Pathways, workforce and competency based education reform, social emotional learning (child abuse) STEM/STEAM/STREAM from the UN, and federal overreaches into education and our families. Her work has been recognized and honored by Charlotte Iserbyt, legendary education whistleblower. Lynne humbly carries on Charlotte's mission to expose corruption in, not only education, but of our nation. Since 2002, she has been a featured speaker at small meetings and large conferences, and a multi media guest on several outlets, nationwide. Since 2009, she has served as a frequent guest on nationwide radio and multimedia shows based out of a dozen States (so far). Lynne also helped co-establish PIE NC (Preserving Integrity and Excellence in Education for NC) circa 2012. Lynne is a retired private (homeschool) teacher and regionally recognized support group leader, wife and mom. Lynne was also an adviser to the national grassroots campaign "Child Abuse in the Classroom,” where it is the campaign's belief that "Repealing ESSA and Restoring FERPA" are the best ways to help restore our nation's education system.business owner and children's ministry director (2 separate churches), board member for Heart for Homeschoolers Ministry, and leadership team member for US PIE (Parents Involved in Education). She has been awarded the 2011 Distinguished Educator from the National Society of High School Scholars, as well as the 2016 L&B Network's Torchbearer Award for educational advocacy. She has appeared several times before the NC General Assembly in efforts to preserve freedom in education, and has written researched articles for "Prevent Common Core" and the Patriot Institute.Lynne blogs at Common Core Diva and is currently, a weekly guest on The Sons of Liberty Media Show's Wednesday "Rotten to the Core" episodes. Most recently, Lynne has joined forces with another independent thinker, Suzanne Hamner (Hamner It Out on Brighteon) to create the Liberty Belles. "Catching Fire TV", a project of the American Policy Center (Tom DeWeese) has extended an opportunity for Lynne's own show. Get full access to The Reason We Learn at thereasonwelearn.substack.com/subscribe
Sen. Kirk deViere joins Skye and Brian for this special edition of the podcast to unpack the mid-term elections in North Carolina, including the races for U.S. Senate, Congress, the Courts, and the NC General Assembly. The Democrat from Fayetteville, who was ousted in a Democratic primary this past spring for his moderate voting record, also talks about the need for both political parties to welcome middle-of-the-road legislators in their ranks. Plus, Skye and Brian spent Election Day in Robeson County with Sen. Danny Earl Britt, Tweet of the Week, and more. The Do Politics Better podcast is sponsored by New Frame, the NC Travel Industry Association, and the NC Beer & Wine Wholesalers Association.
Homeschool News: We let you know how to see the NC General Assembly and judicial candidate's positions on home education. We also continue our journey through the history of homeschooling in NC. Homeschool Conversations: We meet our new region 4 liaison, Shana' Talbert and talk with Brian and Donna Mills about this year's Thrive! Homeschool conference. Today our Homeschool Helps with Amanda segment is live in person! We give some tips about homeschooling students with special needs. https://www.nche.com/helps/special-needs/ https://www.facebook.com/groups/316392199289240 https://hslda.org/teaching-my-kids/special-needs
Nathan Babcock is a political consultant for Republican state Senate candidates and part of Morgan Jackson's job is to direct Governor Roy Cooper's political investments in key General Assembly races. Both veteran political operatives are guests on the podcast this week and help Skye and Brian understand the state of play in key NC House and Senate races one month from Election Day. As to legislative races, it's heating up in swing districts as a lawsuit is filed in a New Hanover County Senate race, court cases are moving, Unsubstantiated Rumors, and Tweet of the Week. The Do Politics Better podcast is sponsored by New Frame, the NC Travel Industry Association, and the NC Beer & Wine Wholesalers Association.
WRAL Education Reporter Emily Walkenhorst joins us to break down a long-simmering plan to tie teacher pay to student achievement. The details are still coming together, but proponents hope to bring it before the NC General Assembly next year. Lots of teachers are nervous.
On episode 77, Representative John Szoka reflects on his time in the NC General Assembly and how clean energy has become a staple of his legacy in the state. We talk through his journey from being a non-supporter to strong supporter of clean energy technology and the important role it plays in the generation mix to ensure reliability while keeping prices low. We also talk about the path both HB589 and HB951 took to receive the Governor's signature. Tune in to find out what's next for Representative John Szoka! Additional resources from today's episode: Making Energy Work: www.makingenergywork.com Episode presented by: https://kilpatricktownsend.com/ Presented by NC Sustainable Energy Association. Hosted and produced by Matt Abele (Twitter: @MattAbele) Be sure to follow us on Instagram at @squeakycleanpodcast.
This week in state politics state Senate leader Phil Berger discussed the prospect of abortion legislation. Meanwhile one candidate for the NC General Assembly faces allegations that she doesn't live in the district she hopes to serve. And the President eliminated some college debt, though a legal challenge could loom. Rob Schofield and Clark Riemer review on this episode of The Politics Podcast
The state Supreme Court halted two voter-backed constitutional amendments from taking effect on Friday, siding with an argument from the NAACP that a racially gerrymandered NC General Assembly lacks some legitimacy. Meanwhile, the Attorney General faces a criminal campaign investigation, and one Congressional hopeful may – or may not – know the difference between a department store and a development democracy. Clark Riemer and Rob Schofield seek to make some sense of this week's state political news.
August 9, 2022 Reidsville City Council MeetingAGENDA1. Call to Order.2. Invocation by Elder Bernard Florence of Reidsville, now Pastor of St. Thomas Chapel Pentecostal Church, 633 Highway 150, Greensboro, NC.3. Pledge of Allegiance.4. Approval of Consent Agenda (Items Approved with One Motion).(A) Approval of July 12, 2022 Monthly Meeting Minutes and the Open Session Minutes of the July 28, 2022 Special Meeting.(B) Approval of a Resolution of Intent to close a Portion of an Undeveloped Right-of-Way ofGoodman Street, which calls for a public hearing to be held on Tuesday, September 13, 2022. (SC 2022-01)(C) Approval of a Resolution of Intent to close an Undeveloped Alley Right-of-Way runningbetween Snead Street to Lindsey Street, which calls for the public hearing to be held onSeptember 13, 2022. (SC 2022-02)(D) Approval of a Resolution Directing the Clerk to Investigate a petition Requesting Annexation of Approximately 5.042 Acres located off of Barnes Street and Flack Street and a Resolution Fixing the Date of the Public Hearing on September 13, 2022. The request to voluntarily annex this contiguous property is being made by the landowners Dennis M. Bracy and Patsy B. Bracy.(E) Approval of 2021-2022 Audit Contract with Cherry Bekeart, LLP.5. Public Hearings:(A) Consideration of a Request to Rezone Rockingham County Tax Parcel Nos. 148846 and148847 located off South Scales Street from Residential-20 R-20) to Highway Business(HB). The request is being made by property owner Matthew Allen Hill. (Z 2022-05)(Enclosure #1) - Jason Hardin, Planning & Community Development Manager6. Industrial Park:(A) Consideration of Signage and International Flags at Reidsville Industrial Park and Accompanying Budget Ordinance Amendment. (Enclosure #2) - Jeff Garstka, EconomicDevelopment Director7. Updates:(A) Consideration of Contract Approval with Wetherill Engineering for Cypress DriveImprovements and Accompanying Budget Ordinance Amendment. (Enclosure #3) - SummerWoodard, City Manager(B) Presentation on Proposed Splashpad Location and Design and Accompanying BudgetOrdinance Amendment. (Enclosure #4) - Summer Woodard, City Manager and Mary Banawith Vortex8. Policies:(A) Consideration of American Rescue Plan-Related Policies and Accompanying Grant Project Ordinance Amendment for Streetscape and Splashpad Projects. (Enclosure #5) - Summer Woodard, City Manager9. Budgetary Items:(A) Consideration of an Allocation from the NC General Assembly's Appropriations Act toPurchase Police Cars and for Laster Lift Station Improvements and Accompanying BudgetOrdinance Amendment. (Enclosure #6) - Summer Woodard, City Manager10. Public Comments.11. City Manager's Report.(A) Month of August. (Enclosure #7)12. Council Members' Reports.13. Adjourn.###
Lock in with Senator Joyce Krawiec, Representative Jon Hardister, and political commentator Mitch Kokai for a rundown of key legislation passed in the NCGA “short” session. The post Political Roundtable: NC General Assembly wraps up legislative session | Locked In appeared first on Algenon Cash.
Susan and Renee walk you through what you need to know about the NC General Assembly.
It was a busy week in Raleigh and on Capitol Hill. The NC General Assembly failed to advance a sports gambling measure, or some to any agreement on Medicaid expansion. Meanwhile the U.S. Supreme Court struck down a century-old gun law out of New York, as U.S. Senators approved a narrow set of gun reforms. Rob Schofield and Clark Riemer discuss in our weekly politics review. Note: this segment was recorded prior to the SCOTUS ruling ending the constitutional right to abortion
We discuss Big Tech in the schooling industry, covid protocols in school, how mental health has been weaponized against school-age children, Soviet-style education in the U.S, homeschooling, taking back education, and so much more!From 2002 to current: featured speaker at small meetings and large conferences. Multimedia interviews are frequent, as well.Since 2009 to current: Lynne has served as a frequent guest on nationwide radio and multimedia shows based out of a dozen States (so far). Listener reach has been nation-wide as well as internationally. (As far as the TX connection, Women on the Wall with Alice Linahan; was a frequent guest for 5 years)Helped co-establish PIE NC (Preserving Integrity and Excellence in Education for NC) circa 2012 She is a retired private (homeschool) teacher and regionally recognized support group leader. (2015)Other former activities include: business owner and children's ministry director (2 separate churches) and a board member for Heart for Homeschoolers MinistryOther activities: education liaison for Protecting Innocence Campaign (based in OH), wife and mom. Lynne was also an adviser to the former national grassroots campaign "Child Abuse in the Classroom", where it was the belief that "Repealing ESSA and Restoring FERPA" were the best ways to help restore our nation's education system. Lynne has been awarded the 2011 Distinguished Educator from the National Society of High School Scholars, as well as the 2016 L&B Network's Torchbearer Award for educational advocacy. Lynne has appeared several times before the NC General Assembly in efforts to preserve freedom in education.Lynne has written researched articles for "Prevent Common Core" and the Patriot Institute.Lynne is a full-time education researcher, writer, and, blogger (www.commoncorediva.com).She has also written for Practical Homeschooling magazine on the dangers of Common Core (aka: College/Career Readiness) in home education.Currently, Lynne is a weekly guest on The Sons of Liberty Media Show's Wednesday "Rotten to the Core" episodes. For the past few years, SoL has set Wednesday aside for the latest in global to local education corruption.Lynne also is a frequent guest of Living in the Solution broadcast hosted by Dr. Elaina George on Liberty Talk FM, as well as the Book of Ours independent media.Most recently, Lynne has joined forces with another independent thinker, Suzanne Hamner (Hamner It Out on Brighteon) to create the Liberty Belles.Lynne can also be found as a featured guest on the JillandStacieShow (Rumble media).Lynne also has a channel (Common Core Diva) on BNJ TW Network.(BNJ TV is a subscription based Network. Visit www.bnjtw.com to subscribe) Finally, Lynne has been recognized by her peers as an expert in Common Core, Career Tech Education, Career Pathways, workforce and competency based education reform, social emotional learning (child abuse) STEM/STEAM/STREAM from the UN, and federal overreaches into education and our families.Contact information:Facebook: U.S.Parent Call to Action Common Core DivaTwitter: @commoncoredivablog: www.commoncorediva.comUSA.Life: commoncoredivaMeWe: Lynne M TaylorLocal Activist (part of Citizens for Free Speech): Lynne M Tayloremail: mooregrits@gmail.comShe is available for conferences, seminars, public speaking, and media interviews. Travel expenses or speaker fees are requested to offset out of pocket expenses.
Angela Bryant, JD is the Assistant Secretary for Equity and Inclusion with the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services. Angela served in the NC General Assembly representing Halifax, Vance, Warren, and parts of Wilson and Nash Counties from 2013 to 2018. In addition to serving as an elected official, she has dedicated her career to supporting a broad range of organizations in creating welcoming and successful environments for all cultural groups. She co-founded Visions, Inc. – a non-profit educational organization that has provided diversity and inclusion services to over 100,000 individuals and 600 organizations, including health care organizations and staff -- with the mission to empower the creation of environments where differences are recognized, understood, and appreciated. In this episode, Angela discusses the fundamental skill of a leader on withholding judgement or anger with those who have a different opinion than you.Follow Angela on Twitter: @angelareb
On this show, we discuss the most recent decision involving the Leandro Court mandate — which requires that the NC General Assembly provide a “sound basis” education for North Carolina's children. Our guests are Elizabeth Haddix, Managing Attorney of the Lawyers Committee for Civil Rights Under the Law; Naomi Hodges, Every Child NC; Marcus Bass, Executive Director of Advance Carolina and Deputy Director of the NC Black Alliance; and Malik Edwards Associate Dean and Professor of Law at NCCU School of Law.
Listen in, as legendary high school football coach David Diamont describes life as a head coach, educator and NC General Assembly representative. Also, hear how and why he left East Surry High.
The Coronavirus Delta Variant on the rise. New abortion bill introduced in the NC General Assembly. T-Pain fell into a 4 year depression over friend Usher's comments about auto-tune. If you could go back in time, what would you change; hear our answers.Join us for these topics and more.
We have all heard and seen evidence of our area's understaffed workforce. Some businesses have been forced to scale back services or even close their doors during normal periods of operation due to staffing shortages. The Boone Area Chamber of Commerce is conducting a series of member survey's to populate a weekly Workforce Rundown, which will provide needed data and local context to decision makers who are trying to tackle these challenges.While we are addressing staffing, having a good understanding of "what we are staffing for" can go a long way to helping understand our operational efficiencies. The Chamber has provided a calendar resource that maps out large scale events and gives you an idea of when volumes will be the highest, so you can prepare your business accordingly.Mind Your Business is produced weekly thanks to a partnership between Appalachian Commercial Real Estate and High Country Radio.Support the show (https://www.boonechamber.com/membership-information)
The Nuestro South Loud & Proud series focuses on the Poder y Cultura that Nuestra Gente in the South can possess. From the comida que cocinamos, the music we play, and our labor which plants, cleans, and builds-- Nuestra Gente has grown deep roots in the south.In this episode- We speak to one of our very own Ricky Hurtado who is now the NC House District 63 Representative. We discuss the personal journey that Latinx youth may go through to find their own voice and community while growing up in the South. When and where we feel accepted, and when it seems like we don't belong. We also cover what Freedom Dreaming means to LatinxEd, how we can activate our Poder political in NC, and how 497 votes gave us the first Democratic representative in the NC General Assembly!Ricky Hurtado is a son of Salvadoran immigrants, Co-Founder of LatinxEd, and one of the visionaries for the Nuestro South Project. He is also an adjunct instructor at the University of North Carolina Chapel Hill School of Education.To learn more, check out:https://nuestrosouth.org/Subscribe to this channel for new podcast episodes oniTunesSpotifyGoogle PodcastsFollow us:Instagram: http://instagram.com/nuestrosouthTwitter: https://twitter.com/nuestrosouthFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/NuestroSouth/The Nuestro South Loud & Proud Interview Series is produced by Axel Herrera, Julie Weise, and Erik Valera with generous sponsorship from the Whiting Foundation, the University of Oregon College of Arts and Sciences, and LatinxEd.
April 15, 2021 William Gheen is considered one of the top experts in America regarding the topics of immigration, illegal immigration, illegal immigrants, border security, state and federal immigration laws, and associated issues. William Gheen serves as President & Spokesman of ALIPAC and manages all operations and activities. William Gheen's Fight against illegal immigration and any form of amnesty for illegal immigrants has been his mission since September 11, 2004. William Gheen is the primary administrator of the archives atwww.ALIPAC.us which represents the largest collection of information about illegal immigration in the world! Each day thousands of visitors learn more about ALIPAC's Platform, Endorsements, and Accomplishments as well as Problems with Illegal Immigration and important Illegal Immigration Facts thanks to William's 12 years of work at ALIPAC.us In 2016,William Gheen also became a contributor to The Hill newspaper which reports on congress, legislation, and government issues with the largest circulation of any Capitol Hill publication. William Gheen is a veteran campaign consultant and North Carolina native with over 15 years of experience in Internet and grassroots organizing, marketing, research, campaign management and event coordination. He has an undergraduate degree in political science from East Carolina University, has served in several leadership positions, and has experience working with over 40 campaigns for public office. William Gheen is known for creating new voter outreach methods and exploring new techniques in the realm campaign strategies and issue advocacy. Bill Gheen has also served as a member of the North Carolina Senate Sgt. At Arms staff in 1997 and 2003 and as a Legislative Assistant in the NC General Assembly. Mr. Gheen has also served as a registered lobbyist in North Carolina and has helped pass several laws addressing illegal immigration while maintaining the national operations of ALIPAC. Like our page at Facebook/PatriotRadioUS and listen in each Tuesday and Thursday at 4:00 PST with a replay at 9:00 PST on any of these great stations! 106.5 FM Spokane 101.3 FM Tri-Cities/Walla Walla 93.9 FM Moses Lake 106.1 FM Moses Lake 96.1 FM Yakima 96.5 FM Spokane/CdA 97.7 FM Spokane/CdA 810 AM Wenatchee/Moses Lake 930 AM Yakima 630 AM Spokane 1050 AM Spokane and Far Beyond
Back in December, Congress passed a $2.3 trillion spending bill that included more than $900 billion in pandemic relief. This was known as Save Our Stages and those monies were to be distributed by the Small Business Association. But no sooner did the SBA portal open on April 8, it shut down, leaving venues frustrated and confused, to say the least. The situation seems ever-changing and fluid and to help us make sense of where we go from here, I spoke to Arts North Carolina’s Executive Director Nate McGaha. About the Guest Nate McGaha has served as the Executive Director of Arts North Carolina, the statewide advocacy organization for the arts, since 2017 where he works for public funding and policy for the arts and arts education. He helped to create the Joint Caucus on Arts and Arts Education at the NC General Assembly, shepherded the NC Arts High School Graduation Requirement into law, and has led several statewide initiatives for relief, reopening, and recovery during the COVID-19 pandemic. Prior to his work in advocacy, Nate was the Executive Director of Carolina Ballet in Raleigh for five years with Artistic Director Robert Weiss. Before coming to the Raleigh area he was the Director of Operations at Charlotte Ballet under the Artistic Direction of Jean-Pierre Bonnefoux and Patricia McBride for seven years after serving as that company’s Resident Lighting Designer since 1996. Nate was also the Production Manager and Lighting Designer for the Chautauqua Ballet Company in the summer months from 1997 through 2009 and toured internationally with Dwight Rhoden and Desmond Richardson’s Complexions Dance Company. He is a graduate of UNC School of the Arts where he received a BFA in Design and Production with a concentration in Lighting Design. Resources / Links https://www.sba.gov/funding-programs/loans/covid-19-relief-options/shuttered-venue-operators-grant (Small Business Association) https://artsnc.org/ (Arts North Carolina (Arts NC)) https://www.nivassoc.org/ (NIVA) https://sbtdc.org/erfc/ (SBTDC) https://www.americansforthearts.org/ (Americans for the Arts) Connect with Beltline to Broadway Facebook – @beltlinetobroadway Twitter – @beltlinetobroadway Instagram – @beltlinetobroadway Web http://www.rduonstage.com/ (www.beltlinetobroadway.com) Support this podcast
How did the GOP keep its NC General Assembly majority in an election year when almost all political prognosticators were predicting Democrats could flip the chamber? Stephen Wiley, the North Carolina House Republican Caucus Director, gives us a peek behind the political curtain. Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/petekalinershow See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Our episode this week features North Carolina State Representative Ricky Hurtado, who became the first Latino Democrat elected to the NC General Assembly in 2020. In addition to representing District 63 (Alamance County), Ricky serves on the Board of Alamance Partnership for Children and co-founded LatinxEd, a nonprofit that aims to expand opportunities for first-generation college students and immigrant families. After finding his passion for public service during his time at the University of North Carolina, he received his Masters from Princeton with a focus in fighting poverty and community building.
The Do Politics Better Podcast debut reviews the week of March 1-5 at the NC General Assembly and discusses the "motion to reconsider" parliamentary procedure, why legislators flip votes on veto overrides, and how lobbyists compare to normal people. Skye David also talks about her lobbying career and how she talks to legislators about the sensitive subject of sexual assault. Hosted by lobbyists Brian Lewis and Skye David.
I joined KC O'Dea on his morning show in Raleigh & Greensboro on Friday - to discuss the GameStop story and how the store might reinvent itself after all of this stock market craziness is over. Plus, the NC General Assembly effort to force schools to give an option for in-person instruction. Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/petekalinershow See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Get exclusive content here!: https://thepetekalinershow.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
NC Highway Patrol Commander tells 'lazy troopers' to write more tickets. Plus, North Carolina Health and Human Service Secretary Mandy Cohen briefed federal and state lawmakers about the COVID-19 vaccine distribution issues that erupted this week. It was a tightly-managed, e-mailed-only questions format... very similar to the way the Cooper Administration manages press briefings. Also, the NC General Assembly begins its long session today, where it will do a new budget, draw new districts for state and federal offices, and maybe look at restraining some of the Governor's emergency powers. Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/petekalinershow See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Get exclusive content here!: https://thepetekalinershow.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Congressman Dan Bishop (R-NC) discusses the January 6th attack on the Capitol, where he said he felt more fear during the mass protests in the 2016 lame duck session of the NC General Assembly. Rep. Bishop (R) says he wants to know what President Trump did - and didn't - do during the attack, and that there now exists an "extraordinarily extreme, vindictive, and authoritarian instinct in operation on the Left," which has permeated the culture in Congress. Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/petekalinershow See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Get exclusive content here!: https://thepetekalinershow.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On this episode of the Squeaky Clean Energy Podcast we're joined by NCSEA lobbyists Julie Robinson and Betsy McCorkle to break down the results of the 2020 elections in North Carolina and how those results might impact clean energy. Tune in to hear about the future of the Clean Energy Plan under a second term Cooper Administration, along with additional opportunities for clean energy legislation at the NC General Assembly. We say goodbye to some longtime clean energy friendly legislators, welcome back some clean energy champions, and say hello to the new faces at the General Assembly. The 38th episode is proudly supported by Larry's Coffee, who would like to share that their Rockin Holiday blend is now available. Go to LarrysCoffee.com to explore! Presented by NC Sustainable Energy Association. Hosted and produced by Matt Abele (Twitter: @MattAbele)
In-depth look at the NC Governors race, NC General Assembly and the Wake Co School Board. Tune-in to our LIVE Coverage on Election Night on YouTube LIVE!!!!
Wanda Bodnar, PhD is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Environmental Sciences and Engineering at UNC Chapel Hill and serving as the Scientist Program Analyst for the NC PFAS Testing Network. Dr. Bodnar's specialty is the development and application of qualitative and quantitative mass spectrometry-based methods to improve our understanding of the health effects that result from exposure to environmental contaminants. She is focused on quality control and quality assurance of experimental processes and data generation to ensure scientific rigor. Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, known as PFAS, are man-made compounds that are resistant to water and grease. Some PFAS have been linked with a wide range of health effects from thyroid disease to high cholesterol to lower birth weight, as well as some cancers. PFAS chemicals are likely contaminating the source of drinking water for more than a million North Carolina residents by running from the Haw River into the Cape Fear River. The PFAS Testing Network is a statewide research collaboration to test for current levels of PFAS chemicals in drinking water and air samples across the state. The Network comprises Principal Investigators from NC State, Duke, UNC-Chapel Hill, UNC-Wilmington, UNC-Charlotte, ECU, and NC A&T who have received NC General Assembly funding through the NC Policy Collaboratory. The NC PFAST Network was created in response to a legislative mandate and funding by the North Carolina General Assembly to help answer questions about exposure to PFAS chemicals throughout NC. With Wanda, we talk about the NC PFAS Testing Network, the research on PFAS that they've done and are doing, removal of PFAS in the environment, communicating PFAS to the public, and what you all can do. Contact and connect with Wanda: ncpfastnetwork@unc.edu NC PFAS Testing Network: https://ncpfastnetwork.com/about/ Updates on PFAS: https://www.newsobserver.com/news/local/article246663348.html?ac_cid=DM309451&ac_bid=-1644846740#storylink=cpy Check your utilities for levels of PFAS: https://ncpfastnetwork.com/data-and-tools/ Dark Water: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RvAOuhyunhY Background Music Credits: https://www.youtube.com/c/mbbmusic https://soundcloud.com/mbbofficial https://www.instagram.com/mbb_music
August 18, 2020 William Gheen is considered one of the top experts in America regarding the topics of immigration, illegal immigration, illegal immigrants, border security, state and federal immigration laws, and associated issues. William Gheen serves as President & Spokesman of ALIPAC and manages all operations and activities. William Gheen's Fight against illegal immigration and any form of amnesty for illegal immigrants has been his mission since September 11, 2004.William Gheen is the primary administrator of the archives atwww.ALIPAC.us which represents the largest collection of information about illegal immigration in the world! Each day thousands of visitors learn more about ALIPAC's Platform, Endorsements, and Accomplishments as well as Problems with Illegal Immigration and important Illegal Immigration Facts thanks to William's 12 years of work at ALIPAC.usIn 2016,William Gheen also became a contributor to The Hill newspaper which reports on congress, legislation, and government issues with the largest circulation of any Capitol Hill publication.William Gheen is a veteran campaign consultant and North Carolina native with over 15 years of experience in Internet and grassroots organizing, marketing, research, campaign management and event coordination. He has an undergraduate degree in political science from East Carolina University, has served in several leadership positions, and has experience working with over 40 campaigns for public office.William Gheen is known for creating new voter outreach methods and exploring new techniques in the realm campaign strategies and issue advocacy.Bill Gheen has also served as a member of the North Carolina Senate Sgt. At Arms staff in 1997 and 2003 and as a Legislative Assistant in the NC General Assembly. Mr. Gheen has also served as a registered lobbyist in North Carolina and has helped pass several laws addressing illegal immigration while maintaining the national operations of ALIPAC. Like our page at Facebook/PatriotRadioUS and listen in each Tuesday and Thursday at 4:00 PST with a replay at 9:00 PST on any of these great stations! 106.5 FM Spokane 101.3 FM Tri-Cities/Walla Walla 93.9 FM Moses Lake 106.1 FM Moses Lake 96.1 FM Yakima 96.5 FM Spokane/CdA 97.7 FM Spokane/CdA 810 AM Wenatchee/Moses Lake 930 AM Yakima 630 AM Spokane 1050 AM Spokane and Far Beyond
In this episode: The statewide order on facial coverings takes effect today at 5pm with some exceptions, the NC General Assembly wrapped up its work for the current session early Friday morning by sending one more reopening bill to Gov. Cooper's desk, and lastly, Durham officials are struggling to get the word out about the virus to the LatinX community, who've been most affected by the pandemic.
In this episode, we sit down (virtually, of course) with two clean energy leaders in NC who are advancing electric vehicles and charging infrastructure. Featured in this episode are Cassie Gavin of the Sierra Club and Marcy Bauer of EVGo. From the NC Zero Emissions Vehicle Plan to policy developments at the NC General Assembly, we've got you covered with everything you need to know about EVs in our state. Presented by NC Sustainable Energy Association. Hosted and produced by Ben Stockdale. And to learn more about NCSEA's Women In Clean Energy (WICE) project, please visit energync.org/wice
Segment 1: Music Anywhere Update with Rick Thurmond & Harvey Cummings Segment 2: County and CMS updates with Mark Jerrell and Margaret Marshall Segment 3: NC General Assembly update with Jason Saine Segment 3: Larken and Tariq provide City updates The post Ep096 – Updates from BOCC (Jerrell), CMS (Marshall), NCGA (Saine) and Music Anywhere (Thurmond, Cummings) appeared first on PFM Hero.
The Director of the Institute for Emerging Issues, Leslie Boney, will be hosting a series of virtual conversations discussing the impacts of coronavirus (COVID-19) and some of the ways our state is responding over the next few weeks. Joining us this week for part one of the series with our special guests: Jeffrey Sural (Director of the Broadband Infrastructure Office under NC Department of Information Technology), Mebane Rash (CEO of EducationNC), and Rev. James Gailliard (Senior Pastor of Word Tabernacle Church and Representative of Nash county in the NC General Assembly). *This episode of First in Future was recorded on Thursday, March 19, and reflects information that was up-to-date at that time.*
RadioPublic|LibSyn|YouTube|Patreon|Square Cash (Share code: Send $5, get $5!) David Waldman drops us off at the door of the weekend, rings the doorbell, but didn’t run off without first packing us something: Donald Trump has been fighting intelligence for years, and it looks as if he is winning, by replacing too-smart Joseph Maguire with anti-smart Richard Grenell and Kash Patel once a classified briefing leaked to those members of Congress not paid in rubles. Pаботник месяца Dana Rohrabacher hoped to pay Julian Assange in pardons. Are Russians “pro-Trump” or just “anti-American”? Jake Tapper isn’t sure. Nevada Caucuses, how do they work? Unfortunately, unlike magnets, people really aren’t sure. Eric Posman presents Senate Snippets For Anxious Activists™ VI! This week, Eric heads to North Carolina to discuss tippable Trump toady Thom Tillis. In North Carolina, the state appeals court temporarily blocked their draconian, racist voter ID law. This is seen as a “win” for Democrats, as they are not draconian racists. David mentioned longleafpineslate.org fourteen times on today’s show, so from that figure alone you might guess longleafpineslate.org could be an important site to remember... You’d be correct! Blair Reeves launched longleafpineslate.org to break a decade of GOP misrule in North Carolina. The Long Leaf Pine Slate helps raise money for Democratic challengers running to flip Gop seats in the NC General Assembly. North Carolina is big, important, and would already be blue if it wasn’t for those working hard to turn it white. NC clearly has a lot to fix, and you can help. That’s longleafpineslate.org. Friend of the show, and friend of Daily Kos, peacearena, aka activist, writer, tech consultant Serena Blaiz, tells us of an intrusive, ineffective, and dangerous tool in Congress’ surveillance toolbox that should be just thrown away.
In episode 15, we are continuing our coverage of the 2019 long legislative session at the NC General Assembly. We're talking Senate Bill 559 with NCSEA lobbyist Tom Bean, and discussing the key takeaways from the long session. Presented by NC Sustainable Energy Association. Hosted by Jarvis Arrington and Ben Stockdale. Produced by Ben Stockdale.
PNC Arena is celebrating its 20th birthday this year--the Carolina Hurricanes opened the building in October of 1999 and N.C. State basketball had its first game in the then Raleigh Entertainment and Sports Arena a few weeks later. Before the building was even constructed, the NC General Assembly created the Centennial Authority to oversee the facility.We chatted with two members of the Authority: Jeff Merritt, who was working for the Raleigh Chamber of Commerce during the early stages of the planning and for the last decade plus has been the Executive Director of the Authority, and Perry Safran, an attorney and former Raleigh City Councilor who has served on the Authority since its inception. we talked about the history of the building, some of the ways its funding and organizational structure is unique, and what's in store for the arena's future.Ashton and Hayes also talk about the controversy and misinformation surrounding the State Farmer's Market, and take nominees for the #Top3Raleigh TACOS.Special thanks to our sponsor, Steele Residential--check them out for buying, selling or renting!Subscribe/rate Podcast Raleigh on your favorite podcast sites:Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/podcast-raleigh/id1458907220Google: https://play.google.com/music/listen?u=0#/ps/Inzk5woxrsjwf3zhd5vv3av4yei Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/podcast-raleighSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6b3dVvLJfO0EqvDGQaFTAP?si=QrcfEq8WSE2h3aEZSGV0pQ
The North Carolina General Assembly concluded this week with a decresendo. Legislators adjourned for a two-week recess without overriding a budget veto or finding much in the way of compromise.
While school choice and education privatization efforts grab headlines and generate a great deal of activity at the NC General Assembly, a wide array of innovative and transformative efforts are quietly underway in public school systems all across North Carolina. This week we’re going to introduce you to the state’s first renewal school district that was granted broad flexibility and local control to redesign how their schools operate. We’ll also meet the co-founder of The Innovation Project that is working with superintendents across the state to implement new practices in the districts they lead. Guests: Dr. Lynn Moody, Superintendent, Rowan-Salisbury School System Ann McColl, Chief Executive Officer, The Innovation Project
Governor Roy Cooper vetoed the budget passed by the NC General Assembly on June 28th and offered up a counter proposal a week later. Now more than a month has passed and the General Assembly has yet to bring a veto override vote to the floor and publicly there seems to be little movement on a budget both sides will accept. This week we sat down with Governor Cooper and discussed the state of the budget, his priorities particularly in education and what’s next now one month into a new fiscal year without a state budget. Guest: Governor Roy Cooper, State of North Carolina
On May 16th last year, nearly 20,000 North Carolina teachers descended on Raleigh for a march and rally outside the NC General Assembly asking for more support for public schools and respect for the teaching profession. Teachers are planning another rally on May 1 this year asking the General Assembly to fully fund public education. This week we’re joined by Mark Jewell, President of the NC Association of Educators that organized these marches to discuss what teachers hope to accomplish this year. Then we’ll be joined by two leading journalists to talk about the teacher march, education policy, the state budget and more. Guests: • Mark Jewell, President, NC Association of Educators • Kelly Hinchcliffe, Education Reporter, WRAL News • Jeff Tiberii, Capitol Bureau Chief, WUNC Radio
PoliticsNC talks to Rep. Graig Meyer in the NC General Assembly, covering the 2018 election, the 2019 session and what to look for moving forward.
This week on Family Policy Matters, NC Family is pleased to bring you a special look into one of our Cornerstone Community calls. Our most recent call featured special guest Paul “Skip” Stam, former Speaker Pro Tempore of the North Carolina House of Representatives. Along with NC Family President John Rustin, Stam shares his insight on the recently convened 2019-2020 session of the NC General Assembly, and how he thinks this new legislature will address key issues such as abortion, school choice, and gambling.
When the new NC General Assembly was sworn in last week, about 1/4 of the 50-member Senate were new faces. On the House side, 26 brand new members joined, about 20 percent of the 120-member chamber. That group included 17 Democrats who helped end the Republican’s supermajority, but a legislature where the GOP remains firmly in the majority. This week we’re joined by four of those Freshmen, 2 Democrats and 2 Republicans, to discuss their views on education and their goals for the new session. Guests: • Rep. Julie von Haefen (D) Wake • Rep. Rachel Hunt (D) Mecklenburg • Sen. Jim Burgin (R) Harnett, Johnston, Lee • Rep. Chris Humphrey (R) Lenoir, Pitt
As a new NC General Assembly returns to Raleigh without a Republican supermajority for the first time since 2012, we’re joined by three respected journalists to discuss what to expect in 2019 in terms of education policy and how the new balance of power might shape the debates and key issues. Guests: • Rob Christensen, Former Chief Political Writer, News & Observer • Liz Schlemmer, Education Policy Reporter, WUNC Radio • Billy Ball, Managing Editor, NC Policy Watch
The NC General Assembly may have stripped the North Carolina State Board of Education of much of its power, but a new chairman and several new Board Members appointed by Governor Roy Cooper are charting their own path and priorities for education in our state. This week we talk to the new chairman and two of the newest Board members about where they are focusing their attention. Guests: • Eric C. Davis, Chairman, State Board of Education • James E. Ford, Southwest Education Region, State Board of Education • J.B. Buxton, Member-At-Large, State Board of Education
Adopted from birth, Ty explores the roles of nature and nurture as he recounts his journey of finding his birth mom and his two terms in NC General Assembly. Listen to threads woven of love and loss, family and civic duty, dreams and dreams deferred.
Episode 4 of The Dirt features an interview with Dr. Ryan Emanuel, an associate professor at NC State University and a member of the Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina. Ryan serves on the environmental justice committee of the North Carolina Commission of Indian Affairs and spoke to The Dirt about the Atlantic Coast Pipeline and its threat to the sovereignty of indigenous communities. The episode also features interviews with experts on sediment pollution and water conservation, as well as a panel of policy professionals discussing the plans for the upcoming session of the NC General Assembly.
House Bill 704 passed by the NC General Assembly in June sets up a study committee to explore breaking up large school districts — Wake and Mecklenburg are the state’s two largest ones. Critics of the bill say it could lead to re-segregation of our public schools. We look at the bill, what’s next, and the history behind the current school district system in our state. Guests: • Sen. Floyd. B. McKissick, Jr. (D-Durham, Granville) • Rep. Rosa Gill (D-Wake) • Dr. Dudley Flood, Retired Educator
The budget just passed by the NC General Assembly eliminates retiree health benefits for teachers and all state employees hired after January 2021. What will be the impact of this major change in state employee benefits? Guests: • Richard Rogers, Executive Director, NC Retired Governmental Employees Association • Ardis Watkins, Legislative Affairs Director, State Employees Association of North Carolina • Dr. Anthony Jackson, Superintendent, Vance County Schools • Justin Parmenter, 7th Grade Teacher, Waddell Language Academy, Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools
HB 17 was passed in a surprise special session of the NC General Assembly in December. The bill, signed into law by former Gov. Pat McCrory, strips much of the power from the State Board of Education and gives it to the newly elected Superintendent of Public Instruction, Republican Mark Johnson. The State Board claims the law is unconstitutional and has filed a lawsuit to overturn it. Guests: • Bill Cobey, Chairman, State Board of Education • Willis Whichard, Former Associate Justice, NC Supreme Court • Howard Lee, Former Chairman, State Board of Education
North Carolina’s average pay for principals ranks 50th out of all states and the District of Columbia. The NC General Assembly is expected to focus more attention on principals including pay next session. We talk to the experts including the NC Principal of the Year. Guests: • Melody Chalmers, 2016 NC Principal of the Year, E.E. Smith High School, Fayetteville • Dana King, Principal, Millbrook High School, Raleigh • Dr. Frank Till, Superintendent, Cumberland County Schools • Dr. Shirley Prince, Executive Director, NC Principals and Assistant Principals Association (NC PAPA)
Warren is our sitting senator for our district in the NC General Assembly. After getting to know him we get down to the issues with community questions, have a long discussion about HB2, gerrymandering, and the Republican control of state government. Jeff Jackson's speech about gerrymandering Isaac's article about HB2 Special thanks to all those who asked community questions, our master of ceremonies Phillip Epley, Bombhouse Recording and Dandelion. THIS EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY
The UNC Board of Governors announces their selection for a new UNC-Chapel Hill chancellor. The NC General Assembly looks at making a heart defect test mandatory for newborns. The St. Andrews University Pipe Band is preserving the school's Highland Scottish heritage. And Haleh Moddasser talks about steps women should take to manage their finances.
The NC General Assembly convenes in advance of the 2013 long session. Kelly McCullen talks with political analyst Jonathan Kappler, learns about the upcoming session agenda from House Speaker Thom Tillis & Sen. President Pro Tem Phil Berger, as well as gets insights from Rep. Larry Hall and Sen. Josh Stein.
The NC General Assembly convenes in advance of the 2013 long session. Kelly McCullen talks with political analyst Jonathan Kappler, learns about the upcoming session agenda from House Speaker Thom Tillis & Sen. President Pro Tem Phil Berger, as well as gets insights from Rep. Larry Hall and Sen. Josh Stein.
More often than not, economic development begins with education. This concept is the basis of the 1:1 Laptop Initiative, funded by the Golden LEAF Foundation along with private funding from SAS and the NC General Assembly, which seeks to reform high schools by providing laptop computers to students and teachers in school districts in rural areas of the state. Created as a replicable model, the 1:1 initiative will guide the implementation of the program throughout North Carolina's public schools and afford all students access to a twenty-first-century classroom environment.
More often than not, economic development begins with education. This concept is the basis of the 1:1 Laptop Initiative, funded by the Golden LEAF Foundation along with private funding from SAS and the NC General Assembly, which seeks to reform high schools by providing laptop computers to students and teachers in school districts in rural areas of the state. Created as a replicable model, the 1:1 initiative will guide the implementation of the program throughout North Carolina's public schools and afford all students access to a twenty-first-century classroom environment.
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