Four 2017 Watch Items Face Hendersonville Leaders
Bill Moss previews four key issues for 2017 in Hendersonville and Henderson County. City council zoning and site plans for Hendersonville High School loom as the top ongoing story, with potential effects on parking and traffic. Budget talks and potential property tax rollback dominate meetings, while fund balance and rainy day reserves shape fiscal planning. City elections could reshape leadership with Mayor Volk’s fate uncertain and possible runs by Miller or Stephens.
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Board of Commissioners
Bill Lapsley
Grady Hawkins
Lapsley
Hawkins
Berkeley Park
Barbara Volk
Jeff Miller
Ron Stephens
Jerry Smith
HHS
New Year Reflections and One Simple Resolution
A writer recalls 2016 and shares personal musings on resolutions. He describes his father’s “stacking the deck” mindset, ponders possible aims for 2017, and ultimately resolves to greet everyone with a smile, think positively, and give others the benefit of the doubt as he looks toward the new year. The piece closes with well wishes from the Empress and a hopeful note for safety happiness and luck.
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Norway
Hendersonville
Joseph
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