Opinion

Mayor on Duty - 5.9.24

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The budget planning season is coming to a close, as the last budget workshop was held last Thursday.  The next budget stop is the presentation of a proposed budget for FYI 2024-2025 at the town boa

Mayor on Duty - 5.2.24

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Once, I thought I was the only elected official who believed it was time to reform the North Carolina room tax and tourist development authority system.  Apparently, according to an April 5th artic

Mayor on Duty - 4.25.24

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It is spring, and wildlife, like humans, are out and moving about.  We should all be vigilant and wise in our encounters with wild creatures.  Although they may look cute and cuddly, wild creatures

Mayor on Duty - 4.11.24

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I get a lot of information from folks on an array of topics, such as electric vehicles, solar energy, water and sewer, and, you guessed it, short-term rentals.

Mayor on Duty - 4.4.24

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Sallie and I have been on the road this Easter week, traveling and visiting our children who work in Washington, DC.  As I have said before, when we visit other communities, I frequently compare th

Mayor on Duty - 3.28.24

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Last week marked the beginning of spring.  Our faith community will hold services and observances that capture the spirit of renewal, resurrection, revival, and restoration.  As a town, we too, are