Novice Candidates Urge Change in High Point City Government
High Point election coverage shows political novices favoring change over incumbents. Some propose selling the municipal electrical distribution to Duke Power Co, seeking profit in city operations, cost analysis, reviewing the personnel ordinance, and adopting a land use plan. Republican candidates H O Williams Anthony Chiafalo Judy Mendenhall respond. most Democrats also replied except Doris Lindsay. Williams calls for formal cost analysis across departments and a review of the personnel ordinance to ensure benefits match those of the former civil service system.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Forrest Cates
High Point
Duke Power Co
City Hall
H.O. Williams
Anthony Chiafalo
Judy Mendenhall
Doris Lindsay
H.O
Bill) Williams
City of High Point
High Point candidates discuss land use and budget review
Becky Smothers advocates a Land Use Plan to guide growth and preserve open space with 72 percent residential zoning and 5 883 acres of vacant land. Joe Patterson calls for annual program reviews to curb waste and improve efficiency, citing engineering staffing and utility deposits.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Becky Smothers
High Point
Planning Dept
City Council hears proposals on services and utility reforms
Citizens discuss city planning funding staff efficiency and long term needs. Proposals cover water and sewer projects including a new plant and repairs, plus potential sale of the electric distribution system to Duke Power and staff cost comparisons with other cities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. Scott Parker
Archie Myatt
Judy Mendenhall
Mark McDaniel
Mary Jarrell
Paul Fine
Jack Dillard
Randolph Sheriff Loses Donation For Auto
Randolph County Sheriff Carl Moore faces loss of a $1000 donation used for an undercover vehicle after County Attorney Charlie Casper ruled the funds improper. Casper advised giving the money to the district attorney for disposition and questioned the legality of a gift from a defendant to the sheriff's department. The issue was presented to the commissioners who considered the recommendations but took no formal action.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Don Wrenn
Asheboro
Randolph County
Carl Moore
Charlie Casper
Moore
Casper
Robert Shirley
Randolph Sheriff's Department
Charles) Hatley
State Bureau of Investigation
Randolph County Sheriff's Department
Shirley
Griffin
James N. Griffin
Ninth St
High Point
Board of Commissioners
Sheriff's Department
Brooks Says Complaints Resolved in High Point Case
In a City Hall press conference City Manager Cy Brooks said discrimination complaints filed in May 1976 by ten black police officers are expected to be withdrawn in days. An agreement with minority legal counsel to include good faith minority hiring goals in the police affirmative action plan had been reached in Charlotte.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Lowe
High Point
Cy Brooks
City Hall
Brooks
Charlotte
Police Department
Randall Spencer
Spencer
Equal Employment Opportunity Commission
High Point Enterprise City and Area Update
Local briefing highlights developments across High Point and surrounding area. Reports cover municipal decisions, property listings, and community events shaping the region.
Inspection Service Helps Save Money
Residents in Guilford, Randolph and Davidson counties take advantage of Duke Power and DCEMC free insulation inspections. Officials say older homes lack floor insulation and proper attic ventilation, with potential savings of 15 to 20 percent on fuel bills and yearly reductions around 100 to 120 dollars. A 1800 square foot home may cost 1200 to 1500 dollars to insulate with walls, floors, ceilings, doors and windows included. North Carolina residents may qualify for an income rebate if insulation is installed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Phil Speaks
Guilford
Randolph
Davidson
Terry Coward
Jamestown Duke Power
Coward
Jimmy Carter
Congress
Davidson County Electric Membership Corporation
Jenkins
North Carolina
Community Schools Act Seen Disappointment
North Carolina's Community Schools Act funding faces limits as the State Board distributes 2.5 million over two years. About 50 of 145 districts may join with 25 000 per year plus local match. Gov James B Hunt proposed the plan to boost parental involvement and civic use of facilities. Advisory councils and coordinators are required to run local programs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bill Noblitt
Raleigh
North Carolina
State Board of Education
General Assembly
James B. Hunt
Escapee Sought In Slaying In Randolph
Deputies seek Guilford County prison escapee James Williams Church for questioned murder of 23 year old Troy E Hill at Bill Parker’s Pool Hall on Race Track Road near Asheboro. No witnesses, weapon recovered, shooting occurred about 10 p m.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Asheboro
Guilford County
Rt. 2
Troy E. Hill
Randolph County
Carl Moore
James Williams
Buck
High Point
Bill Parker
Moore
Ande
Hill
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Joe Patterson
Sonny Hedgecock
Clerk of Superior Court
Archdale
Lloyd Taylor
Taylor
Bill Kinley
Bruce Lance
Kinley
Lance
T. C. Talbert
Talbert
John Jenkins
DCEMC
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