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Census 2010
The 2010 Census Portrait of America Road Tour will make a stop in Greensboro Tuesday, February 9, from 2:30-5 pm at the J. Douglas Gaylon Depot, 236-C E. Washington St. Stop by and share your story. Learn more.
City ConnectionsFebruary's episode of City Connections, Channel 13's monthly show that brings you timely information about the City, is now online. This episode features how winter weather affects water main breaks, the new state law on texting while driving, a recap of the recent Diversity Forum breakfast and much more.
Community Sustainability Council Meeting
The Community Sustainability Council will hold a meeting at 2:30 pm Monday, February 8, in the Plaza Level Conference Room of the Melvin Municipal Office Building, 300 W. Washington St. The meeting is free and open to the public.
An Evening of Short PlaysGreensboro Playwrights' Forum will present is biannual showcase, An Evening of Short Plays. Performances will be held February 11-14 at the Greensboro Cultural Center, 200 N. Davie St. Get more information.
Public MeetingDo you have questions about the Morton/Richardson Open Space and Mountains-to-Sea Trail? If so, join city, county and state representatives as they answer questions and address concerns at a community meeting Tuesday, February 16, from 7-8:30 pm at Northern High School's Media Center, 7101 Spencer Dixon Rd. |
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| Greensboro City Council Action Wrap-Up |
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Council approves rezoning along North Elm Street.
At its meeting on Tuesday, February 2, Greensboro City Council approved rezoning property located at the intersection of North Elm Street and West Cornwallis Road from RS-12, Residential-Single Family, to CD-RM-12, Conditional District-Residential Multi-Family. Council's vote overcame a protest petition, which was filed by residents who opposed the rezoning. The move will allow construction of a new multi-family development in that area.
The new development will be built on the site of the Commencement House, which was designed by Women's College students in 1958 with the help of noted Greensboro architect Edward Lowenstein and artist Gregory Ivy. The house does not currently have a local, state or federal historic or landmark designation and will either be demolished or relocated. The developer has offered the home free for up to 150 days to anyone who wants to move it or preserve portions of it at another location.
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Noted that a special meeting will be held Tuesday, February 9, at 5:30 pm in Council Chambers of the Melvin Municipal Office Building, 300 W. Washington St. The purpose of the meeting is to receive a presentation on the Land Development Ordinance (LDO) and hear public comment about the plan. -
Delayed approving a $283,000 contract to design the new Lake Jeanette Library until priorities are set for next year's budget. In the meantime, residents in the Lake Jeanette area will continue to be served by the Library's Reading Railroad Bookmobile, which is open Mondays and Wednesdays from 9 am to 5 pm and Fridays from 9 am to 1 pm.
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| City Creates New Assistant City Manager Position
to Address Critical Needs |
 The new position will oversee the City's public safety services and human resources needs.
Addressing one of Greensboro's most critical needs, City Manager Rashad Young recently announced the creation of a new senior-level position to oversee the City's public safety programs. The new position will also oversee the City's personnel and human resources needs.
"It is clear to me that City government will best meet the needs and expectations of Greensboro residents by quickly and aggressively addressing the concerns that have challenged our organization," said Young. "I believe that both our public safety and human resources departments will benefit from the focus that a specialized assistant city manager can provide."
Young is filling this new position with the appointment of Michael Speedling as acting assistant city manager for public safety and human resources. Speedling, who has served as the City's director of security since 2007, will assist in the oversight of activities for the City's police, fire and human resources departments, as well as Guilford Metro 9-1-1. He was selected for this position because of his extensive background in emergency services and preparedness, which spans more than three decades. Read more about this appointment. |
| Tell Us What Matters to You! |
Council hosts community meetings on budget
City Council and City staff invite you to attend one of a series of community conversations on the City's FY 2010-11 budget. A meeting will be held in each Council district to give you a chance to offer your ideas on the relative value of City services. Review meeting dates and times. You can also share your thoughts on City services by taking an online survey. Also, stay informed about the budget process by visiting the City's budget process page. |
| City Seeks Your Ideas on Helping Local Businesses Succeed |
Event will features representatives from community businesses and organizations.
 The City wants your suggestions on ways it can help local businesses succeed. The City invites you to a Business Summit Wednesday, February 17, from 8-10 am at the Greensboro Coliseum Special Events Center, 1921 W. Lee St.
City staff and representatives from SCORE, the Chamber of Commerce, Guilford Merchants Association and other community businesses/organizations will be on hand to discuss local resources and financial assistance programs for business owners, and to receive your feedback on how the City can better support new and existing businesses.
The summit is free and open to the public. Space is limited. Call 336-373-CITY (2489) by Monday, February 15, to reserve your seat. | |
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