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8 The Perquimans Weekly, October 12, 2005 Yates Continued from page 1 tigating, McKinney said he was not able to discuss the matter further. Yates declined to com ment for this story. Winfall's town attorney, Hackney High, said Yates has followed Merritt's rec ommendations and repaid the state $572 and the town $166.18. Merritt also recommend ed Winfall stop making advance payments to town officials for expenses. However, Winfall Mayor Pro Tern Kenneth Rominger stated in a letter to Merritt that the town plans to continue that prac tice. “While our desire would be to pay after travel, (Town) Council felt that when employees travel for training purposes that it might produce hardships and therefore should have a policy for advance reim bursement,” Rominger's letter states. Rominger did not return calls for this story. Rural Center President Billy Ray HaU confirmed Yates paid back the funds questioned in Merritt's report. Hall said Yates also apologized and resigned from the Rural Center's board of directors. Yates, he said, admitted he had “made a mistake.” “This is the first time this has happened in aU my (19) years with the center,” HaU said. Officials at the Governor's Crime Commission did not return calls for this story. However, a spokeswoman for Gov. Mike Easley said Yates' term with the Crime Commission ended in 2003. According to Merritt's report, Yates initially believe he was “entitled to receive” reimbursements from both WinfaU and the two state agencies “for the same expenses.” Yates' justification for the double payments, according to Merritt's report, was that he often met with legislators when he traveled to Raleigh for Rural Center and Crime Commission meetings. Merritt's report states Yates later “acknowl edged,” however, that receiving payment from both WinfaU and the state for the trips “represented a duplication of pa3rment.” According to Merritt's report, Yates sought reim bursement of travel expenses from both state agencies even after signing a form that declared he could not claim those expenses if he had already been paid for them. The report went on to say that on Dec. 12, 2001, Yates received $268.86 from the Town of WinfaU to attend a Crime Commission meeting in Raleigh. The advance pay ment included money for mUeage and a stipend for meals. Then, on Jan. 24, 2002, the N.C. Department of Crime Control reimbursed Yates $150 for mUeage and $59 for meals for attending the same meeting. Later, on March 11,2002, Yates received an advance payment of $509.04 from the Town of WinfaU to attend a Rural Economic Development Center meet ing. Then, on March 21, 2002, the Rural Center reim bursed Yates $109.50 for mUeage. Additionally, according to town records, during the 2001-2002 fiscal year, Yates was reimbursed $6,550 for travel expenses. By comparison, Elizabeth City City Council member's travel budgets for fiscal year 2004-2005 was $4,000. (Contact Robert Kelly- Goss at rkelly- goss@coxnc.com) Housing Continued from page 1 “There’s a housing shortage in the county,” Yates said. There are vacant properties, but many of them can’t be developed, he said. Plans include a circular shaped community focus ing around a central area with a reflecting pond. The architecture will be a com bination of American bun galow, traditional and colo nial styles, while the interi ors will include modern patterns and amenities. Picket fencing, gazebos and extensive landscaping wiU be included. Residences will range from 1,200 to 4,000 square feet to accommodate house holds with a wide range of income and backgrounds. Each home will have a garage in back accessed by alleyways, as weU as street parking for visitors only. “A lot of elderly people have been asking for con dos,” Yates said. Some may be living alone and wish to size down their living quar ters and reduce mainte nance, he said. The canal that runs from the Perquimans River back behind the Town HaU wiU be extended to run behind the residential area, Yates said. Two parcels will remain commercial to aUow for businesses such as a restaurant. “Water, natural gas, and fiber technology are already there,” Yates said. The Town of Hertford has guaranteed WinfaU 100,000 gaUons of sewage capacity per day, he said. Currently, WinfaU is operating at 65 percent of its capacity. An additional 100,000 gaUons is tentatively approved for WinfaU once the planned sewage plant is completed, Yates said. WinfaU paid $455,000 to Hertford for sewage upgrades and $255,000 to rvm piping under the river, he said. The first unit is expected to be avaUable to purchase in late 2006. Yates estimated that the impact on the schools might be 15 percent. “Enrollment is increas ing,” said Brenda Lassiter, the school’s public informa tion officer. “I’m sure (development) is going to affect us.” Already Central Elementary School is bringing in a mobile unit for second graders who cur rently hold class on the stage of the multipimpose room. The school has also restricted entry into its Pre-K program by half, Lassiter said. Yates said that the new Head Start Center wiU help ease the overflowing of the preschool program. Safety Continued from page 1 County Sheriff’s Department answers caUs in the Town of WinfaU when necessary. The position will be funded the first year and part of the second year by a Community Oriented Policing Service grant. The Town has used one year of the three-year grant funds. The remaining funds for 2006 are $15,000 and nearly $14,000 from the town. The following year, there wiU be $10,000 left and the town will have to contribute $20,000. In addition, counqil members passed a resolu tion to write a letter to the North Carolina Department of Transportation asking them to reduce the speed limit on West Main Street and Main Street from 35 mUes per hour to 25 mUes per hour. This came about when council member Donna Mummert said she noticed more children playing in the residential section and motorists driving too fast. “The general consensus is that people are not famU- iar with children being there,” Mummert said, “but now they are there.” The area that would be affected would extend from Bembury Street to Perquimans Coimty Middle School. DOT wiU have to agree to reduce the speed limit before the town can pass an ordinance for the reduction, Yates said. Shaffer suggested that an ordinance be enacted to prevent basketbaU playing in the street. Town Attorney Hackney High said he would look into the matter. Before any ordi nances can be passed, there needs to be a public hear ing, High said. Hospital plans Women’s Day event The Albemarle Hospital Women’s Day 2005, Patchwork of Promise, an Albemarle Hospital Celebration of Women, is set for Oct. 15,10 a.m.-2 p.m. at Southgate Mall, Elizabeth City. The event wiU focus on healthcare information and free health screenings. Women’s Day wiU offer free bone density and glau coma checks; blood pres sure, blood sugar and cho lesterol readings; and ques- tion-and-answer sessions on topics such as menopause, stoke and chronic heartburn. There will also be mall gift certificates as prizes, tote bags and other give aways. COMPETITIVE RATES gfiare ^our cefe&rations vvitfi tfie community. JPfeasc suBmit them 6^ 0FH((a^ ttt 5 p.m.. Johnny's 16 and Wants a New Sports Car. Let's talk. To find out more about our auto insurance for young drivers — Call me... Stop by... Log on - it's your choice! Steven L. Bembridge 115 Market St Hertford, NC 27944 426-5457 Nationwide” On YourSide~ Nationwide Mutual Insurance Company and Affiliated Companies. Home Office; Columbus, OH 43215-2220 8/05 PUBLIC NOTICE 1.4 MILLION DOLLAR STOCK DISPOSAL . E.-iiSSss, ..E,.' r*’ 'Aj. ■ Corporate officials of Furniture Discounters of Greenville, NC have ordered the disposal of over 1.4 million dollars of crated and uncrated furniture and accessories on Saturday, October 15th, 2005, 9am to 8pm. Furniture Discounter’s doors have been ORDERED LOCKED and will remain LOCKED until Saturday, October 15th, 2005 at 9am sharp! Every single item storewide has been reduced in price and will be sold at cost, near cost, and even below cost. All name brand furniture by Broyhill, Benchcraft, Ashley, Vaughn, and Simmons Beautyrest will also be included in this stock disposal sale. Corporate officers have made assessment of each and every crated and uncrated furniture items and accessory in the showroom and warehouse of Furniture Discounters of Greenville, NC must and will make the drastic pricing sacrifices. This sale will take place on the premises of Furniture Discounters of Greenville, NC, 1975 S.E. Greenville Blvd., on Saturday, October 15th, 2005 from 9am to 8pm. BELOW IS A PARTIAL LISTING OF OVER 2000 ITEMS FURTHER REDUCED FOR IMMEDIATE DISPOSAL 12 10 RETAIL VALUE STOCK DISPOSAL Metal Futon Frames (Black) *199 *68*® TV Stands w/casters (Cherry Finish) *199 Benchcraft Sectional Sofas w/Recliners & Hideabed(Blue & Tan) *2899” *1350®“ Marble Top Kitchen Islands Oak or White Finish $39999 *155®® Cedar Chest (Oak or Cherry Finish) $23999 $y 1 00 4 Drawer Chest (Oak Finish) $^^99 *33®® 18th Century Style China Cabinet (Cherry Finish) $^^^99 $23400 20 pc. Dinnerware Sets (Decorative Design) Broyhill Sofa Contemporary Style Loose Pillowback (Cream & $5999 S 1 QOO Beige) *1499 *377®® Parson’s Chairs (Beautiful White Fabric) ^ $ 19999 *47®® Entertainment Centers (Cottage White Finish) $69999 *224®® Tear Drop Crystal Lamps (Brass Finish) $9999 $28®® Wine Cabinets Contemporary Style (Black or White) *499 $ 13300 Full-Size Sealy Posturepedic Mix Match Plush Mattress Set Ashley “Glen Eagle” Collection: 7 pc. Bedroom Suite - includes $99999 $23500 Dresser, Mirror, Armoire, Queen Bed, Rails & Nightstand Sling Chairs w/Ottoman & Side Table Natural or Cherry Finish *4999 *1985 w/Black Cushions $ 19999 *88®® Ashley Reclining Sofas w/Matching Loveseat *219999 $93400 Jewelry Armoires (Oak, Cherry, or White) 6 pc. “Louis Phillipe Style” Bedroom Suite (Mahogany Finish) includes Dresser, Mirror, Chest, Queen Sleigh Headboard, $24999 sy^oo Footboard, Rails & Nightstand *219999 $93500 Queen Size 28" Thick Pillowtop Mattress Set *159999 $39700 Buttermilk/Natural Farmhouse Style Table w/6 Chairs *159999 *697®® Black/Cherry Farmhouse Style Table w/6 Chairs *159999 *697®® Sets 3pk Tile/Wrought Iron Cocktail & 2 end tables *599 $285®® Decorative Mantle Clocks Universal 4 pc. Living Room Group includes Sofa, Loveseat, $3900 $ 1 2^00 Occasional Chair, Wing Chair, Traditional Gold or Green Fabric *5299 $229500 Twin Size Mattress Sets *299 *95®® Full Size Mattress Sets *399 * 125®® Queen Size Mattress Sets *499 $15500 RCA 52" RCA High Definition Ready TV *1799 $35400 7 pk. Stainless Knife Sets $1999 *6®® Pedestal Table w/Leaf White/Natural Finish w/4 Chairs *599 *264®® Vaughn Bassett “Natural” 3 pc. Unit includes Center Cabinet w/2 pier cabinets *2199 $39500 24" Barstools (White Metal 2 for *18®® 2 Entertainment Armoires w/ “Tommy Bahama” Look *199999 *750®® Queen Size Sleigh Beds Wrought Iron & Wood Finish *599 *255®® Broyhill “Eastwind Tapestries” Bombay Chest *1299 *34400 Magazine Racks (Cherry Finish) $4900 *15®® Natali 100% Leather Sofa (Oxblood Burgundy) Queen Anne Style Dining Room Table w/6 Side Chairs & China $99999 $45300 Cabinet (Satin (Iherry Finish) *2499 *1237®® American Flag Folding Chairs w/Cup Holder $2999 *1 300 Twin Size Pine Headboards Queen or Full Size Sleeper Sofa w/Matching Loveseat - $9999 $2400 Blue/Green/Beige *1999 *796®® Berkline Rocker Recliners Many Colors to Choose *599 $23900 Ashley Oak Consoles w/Glass Doors will hold 20" TVs Home Theatre Sectional Sofa w/2 Recliners & Storage Ottoman *799 *21300 (Brown Durahide Microfiber Fabric) *2999 *955®® Broyhill Square Cocktail Tables w/Shelf *399 *88®® Solid Pine Twin/Full Bunkbeds *499 *166®® 5 pc. Dinettes (Black/Cherry Top) *399 * 14400 Lamps w/Matching Shades (Assorted Colors) $2999 $300 5 Drawer Chest (Oak Finish) *13999 *4200 Sets Queen Anne Cocktail & 2 End Tables Sets King-Size Simmons Beautyrest Plush or Firm Mattress & *299 $9400 Boxspring Sets *1799 *675®® 19" Color TVs $ 1 2999 *61®® 3 Position Recliners *198 $5Q00 Cheval Mirrors (Oak/Cherry/White) *69” *2400 Rules of Sale • Absolutely no sales prior to Saturday, October 15th, 2005! 9aml • All merchandise must be removed from the premises within 24 hours of purchase! • Bring your trucks, vans, & traiiers. NO FREE delivery! • Mastercard, Visa, American Express, Discover & Good Checks Accepted. On the spot financing. No SPECIAL finance offers will be made. Absolutely no layaways or phone orders. All items subject to prior saies. Not responsibie for printed errors. • Due to Print Deadiine, Some items or quantities may not be availabie. ;®p 1975 S.E. Greenville Blvd. Store Hours: OKJyO GrPE^nvillP Mon. - Frl. 9-8 V/SA Smt. Sun.
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