PIRT 1531 - Denise Search

From: Bill Knight
To: Turner, Denise

Subject: RE: [Website Feedback] - Public Information Request
Date: Tuesday, May 31, 2011 9:21:53 PM
Sharon, please remove my home email address in the reply you send to Mr.
Martin.
Thanks.
-----Original Message-----
From: Turner, Denise [mailto:Denise.Turner@greensboro-nc.gov]
Sent: Tuesday, May 31, 2011 8:56 PM
To: Bill Knight
Thanks Mayor, I will ensure Mr. Martin receives your response. I will also
check to determine how Sharon manages your e-mail. I believe she receives
your city e-mails as well. I believe the intent is for her to give you
e-mails that need action.
Bill Knight <wknight@triad.rr.com> wrote:
Denise, if an email came to my city address from Mr. Martin I don't recall
seeing it. I rarely use my computer, instead opting for hard copy print
outs that I can read as I move from one location to another. I will check my
computer in the mayor's office and let you know one way or another if I find
anything that I sent relative to White St. landfill.
All emails that relate to city business are public record and accessible to
one and all. I am not aware of any emails that I sent relative to the White
St. Landfill, except I did send a message (via home computer) to a family
member in another state about photos taken on landfill visits in Raleigh and
Winston-Salem - the message is at the bottom of this page. These photos
were shown at the city council meeting two meetings ago, and they can be
viewed on the city website video of the council meeting in question. In Mr.
Martin's letter (see below) he asks for emails from January 1, 2009. I
assume he intended to write 2010 since I was not a member of council until
December 1, 2009.
Please notify Mr. Martin of my reply and obtain his response as to whether
this information fulfills his recent request.
BK
To: 'Danny Thompson'; 'mary_rakestraw@bellsouth.net'; Wade, Trudy;
'wknight@triad.rr.com'
Cc: Young, Rashad
Subject: FW: [Website Feedback] - Public Information Request
Members of Council, the following message was received from resident Mr.
Jeff Martin. He is seeking "copies of communications of any kind by city
council members concerning the White Street Landfill" from January 10, 2010
to present.
In response to the same public records request received May 15, 2011 through
the city's web-site, staff conducted a search of City of Greensboro e-mail
accounts of the referenced Members and provided Mr. Martin with the relevant
e-mails.
However, as he states in his message below, he is seeking a response

directly from you as well which he says he relayed in an e-mail directly to
you (also on May 15, 2011).
I wanted to ensure you saw the message. Please let me know if I can be of
any assistance with this request.
Thanks,
Denise
From: martinware@msn.com [mailto:martinware@msn.com]
Sent: Tuesday, May 31, 2011 11:18 AM
To: McCollough, Mary; Smith, Nelsie; Turner, Denise
Subject: [Website Feedback] - Public Information Request
Name: Jeff Martin
Greetings:
On May 15, 2011 I emailed Greensboro Mayor Bill Knight, councilmembers
Danny Thompson, Mary Rakestraw and Trudy Wade with public information
requests for any communications regarding the White Street Landfill dating
to January 1, 2009. Since then, I have received no response from any of
them.
At that time, I also emailed the same request to the City and received a
prompt response. Based on past experience, I believe requested information
from the City will be forthcoming.
Given the lack of response from the mayor and councilmembers, I hereby
request that the City Attorney remind these public officials that they are
lawfully bound to reply to my request for public information.
I appreciate your assistance in this matter. However, if I do not

receive a response from the councilmembers in ten business days, I will
petition the Guilford County District Attorney and the North Carolina
Attorney General to investigate the matter.
Thank you.
http://www.greensboro-nc.gov/departments/Executive/email.htm
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Please note that email sent to and from this address is subject
to the North Carolina Public Records Law and may be disclosed to third
parties.
Subject: Emailing: Raleigh and Winston Salem landfills 001
Pictures from North Raleigh (Waste Industries) landfill, closed about two
years ago. .1 mile from entrance is a medical office park. Across Durant
Road from there is a fence bordering a residential neighborhood. Several
street and home photos are included. There's a school (not pictured) that
is nearby.
Pictures from Winston-Salem (city operated) landfill. The first picture of

the landfill mound is Winston-Salem. Looking out the entrance across the
road is a manufacturing plant of some description. Immediately next door is
a YMCA, and next to that is the Hanes Brands corporate facility. I made a
few pictures from the car of houses around the northern edge. There's a new
school not far away.
In Winston-Salem and Raleigh, both neighborhoods are predominately white.

The new landfill near Holly Springs services Raleigh and other parts of Wake
County. I was told new development near the landfill is pending an upturn
in the economy.
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From: Bill Knight
To: Turner, Denise
December 1, 2009.
BK
Cc: Young, Rashad
to present.
e-mails.

Thanks,

Denise
Name: Jeff Martin
Greetings:
them.

Thank you.
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is nearby.


in the economy.
From: Bill Knight
To: Turner, Denise
Denis I sent a response to Mr. Martin's request a moment ago, but my

computer hiccupped. Please let me know if you do not get my response, sent
around 7:35 p.m.
BK
Cc: Young, Rashad
to present.
e-mails.

Thanks,

Denise
Name: Jeff Martin
Greetings:
them.

Thank you.
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From: Bill Knight
To: Turner, Denise
Subject: RE: Public Records Request
Date: Wednesday, March 30, 2011 1:56:14 PM
I have none in my private emails that are city business.


Sent: Wednesday, March 30, 2011 12:28 PM
To: Bellamy-Small, T. Dianne; Danny Thompson; Jim Kee; mary_rakestraw@bellsouth.net; Vaughan,
Nancy; Perkins, Robbie; Wade, Trudy; 'wknight@triad.rr.com'; 'ZMatheny@bellpartnersinc.com'
Cc: CMO
Subject: Public Records Request

Mayor and Members of Council:

The attached public records request was received from Reid Phillips. Staff has conducted an
internal city search of electronic and hard copy files to respond to the request. These documents
have been forwarded to Mr. Phillips. Please review your private e-mails for any e-mails that are city
business and relate to the persons or topics listed in the attached document. I would appreciate
your reply by Monday, April 4. Thanks, Denise

Denise N. Turner, Assistant City Manager
City of Greensboro
300 W. Washington Street
Greensboro, NC 27402-3136
Phone: 336.373.2002 Fax: 336.373.2117
http://www.greensboro-nc.gov

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to the North Carolina Public Records Law and may be disclosed to
third parties.

From: Bill Knight
To: Turner, Denise; Bellamy-Small, T. Dianne; "Danny Thompson"; "Jim Kee"; mary_rakestraw@bellsouth.net;
Vaughan, Nancy; Perkins, Robbie; Wade, Trudy; "ZMatheny@bellpartnersinc.com"
Cc: CMO
Subject: RE: Billboard Legislation -- Proponent Information
Date: Tuesday, March 29, 2011 6:30:46 PM
I have been told this bill is going to undergo close scrutiny by the Senate due to concerns that have
been raised. In view of that I choose to withhold my position – pro or con – until more is known
about any revisions. This is contrary to my earlier stated opposition.


Sent: Tuesday, March 29, 2011 3:05 PM
Cc: CMO
Subject: Billboard Legislation -- Proponent Information
Importance: High

Mayor and Members of Council – I was asked for additional information regarding this legislation.
For clarification, the State Senators that contacted us for the City of Greensboro’s position were
Sens. Gladys Robinson and Don Vaughan. The attached handouts are from billboard bill
proponents. They explain the purpose of this legislation is to address vegetation growth around
billboards that act as a barrier to advertising. They also discuss the job creation and retention
associated with the outdoor advertising industry, as well as the financial contribution the industry
makes to non-profits and the state.

The Committee will meet tomorrow, Wednesday, at 11am. Please let me know your position if
you have not as of yet before the end of the day today.

Please let me know if you need additional information. Thanks, Denise

City of Greensboro
Phone: 336.373.2002 Fax: 336.373.2117

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From: Bill Knight
Cc: CMO
Subject: RE: Billboard Legislation
I oppose this legislation. There is nothing that suggests local communities are incapable of
administering local sign ordinances. State regulation is not warranted.


Sent: Monday, March 28, 2011 4:29 PM
Cc: CMO
Subject: Billboard Legislation
Importance: High

Mayor and Council Members:

We have been asked for the city’s position by our State Senators and the NC Metropolitan
Mayors on a current state bill known as the “Billboard Bill” (S183 – see attached). I would
appreciate your input by the end of the day tomorrow (Tuesday), which would allow
enough time for us to contact the delegation. The bill is scheduled for a Transportation
Committee meeting this Wednesday, March 30. The bill would override community
regulations regarding the location and appearance of digital billboards, and dramatically
expand the area where public trees can be cleared along roadways. The bill was heard in
Senate Transportation last week. The Metro Mayors expressed strong concerns about the bill
in Committee. I have attached background documents from the Metro Mayors which was
provided to the committee. Sen. Brown (the original bill author) has agreed to convene a
group to negotiate changes to the bill.

Two news story from WRAL.com (Raleigh Station) provides some background on the
debate: http://www.wral.com/news/state/nccapitol/story/9316235/
http://www.wral.com/news/state/nccapitol/story/9304438/

In addition, there is a coalition opposing the Billboard Bill (S.183/H.309) consisting of, the
NC Association of Planners, N.C. League of Municipalities, N.C. Association of County
Commissioners, N.C. Metro Mayors Coalition, N.C. Sierra Club, Preservation N.C.,
Wilmington Council of Neighborhood Associations, Durham InterNeighborhood Council,
and Winston-Salem Neighborhood Alliance. They have set-up a web-site: http://www.dcvb-
nc.com/cr/Pending_Billboard_Legislation_in_NC.pdf

The City of Greensboro’s staff points out the following concerns with the bill:
There are three issues that standout as impacts of Greensboro with these bills:
1) we already allow in our LDO electronic billboards, with a change of copy permitted no
more than every 8 seconds (consistent with the bill).
2) we do not address directly how much vegetation cutting is permitted to maintain visibility
of the billboards along highways. However, we do have Scenic Corridor Overlay Districts
(SCOD) on the Urban Loop, specifically designed to maintain natural vegetation along the
major new gateway highway to the community. This proposed bill's expanded cutting
provisions would appear to violate the specifics and goals of the SCOD.
3) the broader issue here is the state stepping in on traditional local land use matters and
overruling local government. If they start with billboard/sign regulations dictated by the state,
do they then move into other zoning limitations? This is an area of concern for Greensboro
and all other local government.

Denise N. Turner, Assistant City Manager City of Greensboro
Phone: 336.373.2002 Fax: 336.373.2117

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From: Bill Knight
To: Turner, Denise
Subject: RE: Solid Waste collection - White Street Landfill
Date: Monday, March 14, 2011 12:13:12 PM
I received the accompanying message regarding White Street Landfill.


Sent: Monday, January 10, 2011 10:59 AM
Subject: Solid Waste collection - White Street Landfill


Due to inclement weather south of Greensboro, it is necessary for solid waste to be brought to
White Street Landfill today. The attached media release explains the circumstances and will go out
shortly.

City of Greensboro
Phone: 336.373.2002 Fax: 336.373.2117

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From: Briggs, Cindy
To: mary_rakestraw@bellsouth.net; Turner, Denise; alex@cheesecakesbyalex.com; Mary Hess
(mbhess@mindspring.com); Maxson, Dan
Subject: Meeting with Friends of the Market.docx
Date: Friday, March 04, 2011 3:18:56 PM
Attachments: Meeting with Friends of the Market.docx
Certified Articles of Incorporation.pdf
Articles of Incorporation.pdf
IRS - Employer ID Number.pdf

From: Briggs, Cindy

From: Briggs, Cindy

From: Curry, Dan
To: Turner, Denise; Harris, Barbara
Subject: FW: Greensboro info
Date: Monday, May 16, 2011 11:36:46 AM
Lani has scheduled a meeting for Thursday at 5pm with herself and Danielle Burnette. Let me know
if that works for the two of you.

Dan Curry AICP, Manager of Community Sustainability
Executive Department
City of Greensboro
Phone: 336-373-2751; Fax: 336-412-6315
Mobile: 336-382-8354
PO Box 3136, Greensboro, NC 27402-3136
www.greensboro-nc.gov

From: Macrae, Lani [mailto:Lani.Macrae@ee.doe.gov]
Sent: Monday, May 16, 2011 11:34 AM
To: Curry, Dan
Subject: RE: Greensboro info

I have reserved 5:00 at the hotel for a meeting between Denise, Barbara, Danielle and myself on
Thursday, May 19.. Let me know if this doesn't work.
We have a 4:00 scheduled but are free prior to that time also if the flight in is earlier.
Lani
From: Curry, Dan [mailto:Dan.Curry@greensboro-nc.gov]

To: Macrae, Lani
Subject: Greensboro info
This message went out this morning to our City Council. It appears Jordan Green (YES weekly
newspaper) has spoken directly with Danielle and has received information that he will report in
his column later today indicating we cannot change scope of program as we discussed on Friday
and proposed with our docs today.

Denise wants to join our 2pm call today – if Danielle was available that would be ideal. We are
trying to get to a consistent message about the status of our program and scope changes. We want
to make sure we are telling Council the same thing DOE is telling us and others.

Also, Denise and Barbara are coming to the EERE What’s Working Conf Thursday & Friday and
would like a face-to-face meeting with the BetterBuilding leadership team if that can be arranged
during that time frame.

City of Greensboro
Phone: 336-373-2751; Fax: 336-412-6315
Mobile: 336-382-8354

From: Turner, Denise
Cc: CMO
Subject: Energy Grant Agenda Item


We were informed late Friday by Department of Energy that the scope of our Energy Grant
application ($5million grant) may not be able to apply across the city. DOE had a change in program
management that seems to be leading to the difference in directions. We received written
confirmation from the city’s DOE grant administrator that extending the grant across the city
wouldn’t be a problem as long as the scope remained within the City of Greensboro. DOE has
requested and we have provided as of this morning a written outline of how the change in scope
(from east Greensboro to city-wide) would affect the distribution of the grant as well as other
salient information. We do believe this change can be made and still positively impact energy use
on the original targeted community as well as neighborhoods across the city. It may be necessary
to pull this item from the agenda tomorrow to allow time for DOE to provide the City with a final
response as to what are allowable scope changes to the grant. I want to ensure that we are certain
what we bring forward to you for approval is a program within the scope of DOE’s guidelines so
you have complete information from which to make your decision about the future of the grant in
Greensboro.

The question of the scope of the grant came as a result of inquiries from members of the
community who did not want to lose focus of the grant in east Greensboro. Jordan Green, Yes!
Weekly, is writing an article for Wednesday and is talking with DOE grants administrators as part of
the article. He will likely post the article on-line tonight or tomorrow.

I will keep you informed of the progress. Please let me know if you have any questions in the
interim.

City of Greensboro
Phone: 336.373.2002 Fax: 336.373.2117
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From: Curry, Dan

City of Greensboro
Phone: 336-373-2751; Fax: 336-412-6315
Mobile: 336-382-8354

To: Curry, Dan

Lani

To: Macrae, Lani



City of Greensboro
Phone: 336-373-2751; Fax: 336-412-6315
Mobile: 336-382-8354

Cc: CMO


Greensboro.


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City of Greensboro
Phone: 336.373.2002 Fax: 336.373.2117
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From: Curry, Dan

City of Greensboro
Phone: 336-373-2751; Fax: 336-412-6315
Mobile: 336-382-8354

To: Curry, Dan

Lani

To: Macrae, Lani



City of Greensboro
Phone: 336-373-2751; Fax: 336-412-6315
Mobile: 336-382-8354

Cc: CMO


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From: Danish, Julia
To: Matheny, Zack; Young, Rashad
Cc: Turner, Denise; Speedling, Michael; Vaughan, Nancy; Bellamy-Small, T. Dianne; Perkins, Robbie; Jim Kee
(jimkee2009@yahoo.com); Bill Knight; Danny Lee Thompson; Wade, Trudy; Mary C. Rakestraw; Waterman,
Jamiah; Miller, Ken
Subject: RE: Draft Entertainment License Permit Ordinances
Date: Tuesday, March 22, 2011 11:22:22 AM
Zack, recognizing your email response was addressed to Rashad, I would be remiss if I did
not reply accepting full responsibility for your not receiving the email that notified all council
members of the release of the draft of the entertainment license. The typo and any oversight
were obviously both unfortunate and regrettable, but were in no way intended to be
disrespectful. Further, I must also clarify the law as it relates to the draft entertainment
license, as there seems to be some misunderstanding. A draft of any official document is a
public record. When I discussed this document in council, I indicated it was under legal
review and, as such, it was not currently available for release. Case law specifically allows a
reasonable time for legal review, prior to the release of a document that would otherwise be
deemed public. However, such review must, by law, occur within a reasonable period of
time. I deeply regret this incident has caused you to question the integrity and
professionalism of the law department and look forward to an opportunity to have an open
dialogue that moves us forward. Thanks

J. Rita McNeil Danish
City of Greensboro
City Attorney's Office
336-373-2320
julia.danish@greensboro-nc.gov

From: Zack Matheny [mailto:zackmatheny@gmail.com]
Sent: Monday, March 21, 2011 9:52 AM
To: Young, Rashad
Cc: Danish, Julia; Turner, Denise; Speedling, Michael; Vaughan, Nancy; Bellamy-Small, T. Dianne;
Perkins, Robbie; Jim Kee (jimkee2009@yahoo.com); Bill Knight; Danny Lee Thompson; Wade, Trudy;
Mary C. Rakestraw; Waterman, Jamiah; Miller, Ken
Subject: Re: Draft Entertainment License Permit Ordinances

I can not begin to describe my utter disappointment in the way this was handled.

You would think that an elected official that has worked diligently on this proposed item, that
discussed with passion at our City Council meeting Tuesday about it being an incomplete
document and there were still conversations being held, would have received a copy of this
notice that legal was incorrect on Tuesday night and the document would be released.

You would also think, that as an elected official, elected in 2007, my name would be spelled
correctly by staff, in particular, a member of our legal team that is supposed to be paying
attention to every detail.

I guess to be treated with respect, the same respect I attempt to show our staff is too much to
ask. Unacceptable.

Councilman Zack Matheny

On Sat, Mar 19, 2011 at 10:27 AM, Young, Rashad <Rashad.Young@greensboro-nc.gov>
wrote:
Zack,

Here is the second email. I just forwarded the first. I notice that this email has your name
spelled incorrectly. This is why obviously you didn't get the email. I'm not sure yet how that
happened and I apologize. Also, I agree we could have reached out with a phone call as an
extra measure of communication.

As for the release itself I appreciate your frustration however this document even in draft
form meets no test of exclusion from the public records statutes. We were an are required to
release such things even as drafts. Again, I apologize for my staffs oversight in how this was
communicated.

Rashad
Sent from my iPhone
Begin forwarded message:
From: "Waterman, Jamiah" <Jamiah.Waterman@greensboro-nc.gov>

Date: March 17, 2011 4:23:37 PM EDT
To: "Waterman, Jamiah" <Jamiah.Waterman@greensboro-nc.gov>,
"'wknight@triad.rr.com'" <wknight@triad.rr.com>, "Vaughan, Nancy"
<NVaughan@triad.rr.com>, "Bellamy-Small, T. Dianne" <Dianne.Bellamy-
Small@greensboro-nc.gov>, "'jimkee2009@yahoo.com'"
<jimkee2009@yahoo.com>, "'zachmatheny@gmail.com'"
<zachmatheny@gmail.com>, "Perkins, Robbie" <rperkins@naipt.com>,
"'mary_rakestraw@bellsouth.net'" <mary_rakestraw@bellsouth.net>,
"'dannythompson@triad.rr.com'" <dannythompson@triad.rr.com>, "Wade,
Trudy" <twade2@triad.rr.com>
Cc: "Young, Rashad" <Rashad.Young@greensboro-nc.gov>, "Speedling,

Michael" <michael.speedling@greensboro-nc.gov>, "Miller, Ken"
<Ken.Miller@greensboro-nc.gov>, "Danish, Julia" <Julia.Danish@greensboro-
nc.gov>
Dear Mayor and Members of Council:

For your information, John Hammer and Amanda Lemhert made public records
requests for a copy of the draft ordinance. I will make sure that both of them are
given a copy.

Sincerely,

Jamiah K. Waterman, Associate General Counsel
Office of the City Attorney
City of Greensboro
Phone: 336.373.2320; Fax: 336.373.2078
Post Office Box 3136, Greensboro, North Carolina 27402-3136

From: Waterman, Jamiah
Sent: Thursday, March 17, 2011 4:12 PM
To: 'wknight@triad.rr.com'; Vaughan, Nancy; Bellamy-Small, T. Dianne;
'jimkee2009@yahoo.com'; 'zachmatheny@gmail.com'; 'rperkins@naipt.com';
'mary_rakestraw@bellsouth.net'; 'dannythompson@triad.rr.com'; Wade, Trudy
Cc: Young, Rashad; Speedling, Michael; Miller, Ken; Danish, Julia
Subject: Draft Entertainment License Permit Ordinances


Attached to this email you will find a draft of proposed entertainment licensing
ordinances. Please contact the City Attorney if you have any questions or
concerns.

Sincerely,

City of Greensboro
Phone: 336.373.2320; Fax: 336.373.2078

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From: Danish, Julia
Jamiah; Miller, Ken

City of Greensboro
336-373-2320

To: Young, Rashad




ask. Unacceptable.


wrote:
Zack,


communicated.

Rashad
Sent from my iPhone


nc.gov>

given a copy.

Sincerely,

City of Greensboro
Phone: 336.373.2320; Fax: 336.373.2078



concerns.

Sincerely,

City of Greensboro
Phone: 336.373.2320; Fax: 336.373.2078

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From: Danish, Julia
Jamiah; Miller, Ken

City of Greensboro
336-373-2320

To: Young, Rashad




ask. Unacceptable.


wrote:
Zack,


communicated.

Rashad
Sent from my iPhone


nc.gov>

given a copy.

Sincerely,

City of Greensboro
Phone: 336.373.2320; Fax: 336.373.2078



concerns.

Sincerely,

City of Greensboro
Phone: 336.373.2320; Fax: 336.373.2078

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From: Danish, Julia
Jamiah; Miller, Ken

City of Greensboro
336-373-2320

To: Young, Rashad




ask. Unacceptable.


wrote:
Zack,


communicated.

Rashad
Sent from my iPhone


nc.gov>

given a copy.

Sincerely,

City of Greensboro
Phone: 336.373.2320; Fax: 336.373.2078



concerns.

Sincerely,

City of Greensboro
Phone: 336.373.2320; Fax: 336.373.2078

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From: Danny Thompson
Vaughan, Nancy; Perkins, Robbie; Wade, Trudy; wknight@triad.rr.com; "ZMatheny@bellpartnersinc.com"
Cc: CMO
Denise,
Thank you for getting the information I requested to know which state Senators had asked for our
position.
Also, thank you for providing the proponents “facts” of the legislation after I requested them.
Having studied both sides of the issue, I will stand with President Pro Tem Senator Phil Berger (my
state Senator) and Senator Tillman (co-sponsor) in proudly promoting this legislation which:
1. provides for more tree planting funds along state highways
2. includes stiffer penalties for sign owners who cut down trees w/out a permit
3. creates jobs and economic development – 2 of the 3 Priorities of our City Council
4. reduces burdensome state regulations on businesses
5. and is supported by the NC Wildlife Habitat Foundation, Duke Children’s Hospital, and the ALS
Association
Danny Thompson
Greensboro City Councilman At Large

Cc: CMO
Importance: High




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Phone: 336.373.2002 Fax: 336.373.2117

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Denise,
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Danny Thompson

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Danny Thompson

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Phone: 336.373.2002 Fax: 336.373.2117

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Denise,
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Danny Thompson

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Danny Thompson

Cc: CMO
Importance: High




City of Greensboro
Phone: 336.373.2002 Fax: 336.373.2117

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third parties.

Cc: CMO
Denise,
position.
Association
Danny Thompson

Cc: CMO
Importance: High




City of Greensboro
Phone: 336.373.2002 Fax: 336.373.2117

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third parties.

Cc: CMO
Denise,
position.
Association
Danny Thompson

Cc: CMO
Importance: High




City of Greensboro
Phone: 336.373.2002 Fax: 336.373.2117

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third parties.

To: Turner, Denise
Denise,
You state that we have been asked our position by our State Senators, did all of our State Senators
ask us for our position on the legislation? If so, what is the position of and your conversation with Stan
Bingham and Phil Berger?
You include a “fact” sheet that is in opposition of the bill. Please include a “fact” sheet from
proponents of the bill – in order that we may be able to weigh all sides of the issue.
Danny

Cc: CMO
Importance: High






Phone: 336.373.2002 Fax: 336.373.2117

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third parties.

From: FRANK & MARY RAKESTRAW
To: Turner, Denise
Subject: Fw: Board Meeting
Date: Thursday, May 12, 2011 10:11:00 AM
FYI.
Mary Rakestraw
101 E. Avondale Drive
Greensboro NC 27403
PH 1-336-852-8639
----- Forwarded Message ----

From: "Withrow, Michelle" <MWITHROW@visitgreensboronc.com>
To: dick.grubar@cbre.com; momilani@kourycorp.com; "Rothkopf, John"
<John.Rothkopf@marriott.com>; Will Stevens <wstevens@qwrh.com>; mary_rakestraw@bellsouth.net;
Steve Showfety <sshowfety@kourycorp.com>; ccolema@co.guilford.nc.us;
cantey.alexander@bbandt.com; yjohnson@onestepfurther.com; bmann@ourstate.com;
jeff@kotisprop.com
Cc: "Fourrier, Henri" <hfourrier@visitgreensboronc.com>
Sent: Wed, May 11, 2011 2:50:22 PM
Subject: Board Meeting
We are cancelling the Board Meeting for Thursday, May 12th . We only
had 3 people to commit and we need a quorum for the budget presentation.
We need to reschedule this meeting for either……….

Monday, May 16th at 3:30
Tuesday, May 17th at 3:30
Wednesday, May 18th at 3:30
Please let me know which day works best for you! Henri will choose based
on the day that the most people are available to attend.
I look forward to hearing from you,

Michelle
Michelle Withrow
Executive Assistant
Greensboro Convention and Visitors Bureau
2200 Pinecroft Road, Suite 200
Greensoro, NC 27407
Direct: 336-335-1564
Fax: 336-230-1183
www.visitgreensboronc.com
To: Turner, Denise
Subject: Re: GSO Offsite Real Estate Signs
Date: Friday, April 01, 2011 8:22:33 PM
I don't think I have anything else.

Mary Rakestraw
Greensboro NC 27403
PH 1-336-852-8639
From: "Turner, Denise" <Denise.Turner@greensboro-nc.gov>

To: FRANK & MARY RAKESTRAW <mary_rakestraw@bellsouth.net>
Sent: Fri, April 1, 2011 9:50:48 AM
Thanks.
On Apr 1, 2011, at 9:16 AM, "FRANK & MARY RAKESTRAW"

<mary_rakestraw@bellsouth.net> wrote:
Here is one.

Mary Rakestraw
Greensboro NC 27403
PH 1-336-852-8639

From: Judy Stalder <jstalder@trebic.org>
To: Bill Knight <bill.knight@greensboro-nc.gov>
Cc: Nancy Barakat Vaughan <NVaughan@triad.rr.com>; T. Dianne Bellamy-Small
<tdbsforcouncil@mail.com>; Jim Kee <jim.kee@greensboro-nc.gov>; Zack Matheny
<ZMatheny@bellpartnersinc.com>; Robbie Perkins <rperkins@naipt.com>; Mary
Rakestraw <mary_rakestraw@bellsouth.net>; Danny Thompson
<dannythompson@triad.rr.com>; Trudy Wade <jamestownvet@northstate.net>
Sent: Fri, February 11, 2011 4:53:20 PM
Subject: GSO Offsite Real Estate Signs
Mayor Knight,

Thank you for your comments at the luncheon today about revising the Offsite
Directional Real Estate Sign ordinance to be more business friendly. I have attached
a revised copy of the proposed text amendment. The changes our industry would like
to see in the staff proposal are highlighted. As you suggested I am copying all
council members on this email.

Realtors and Builders are looking for a simple ordinance that they are not afraid to use
for fear of misunderstanding the complex nature and/or the associated excessive
penalties. Penalties as proposed can be as much as $500 per violation for up to 2
years! Members of the industry have been meeting with staff since October to
discuss proposed revisions. Unfortunately there has been very little continuity of staff
working on this issue, resulting in an amendment that is not better, just different and
more complicated.

As you know this proposal will go to the Planning Board on Wednesday (FEB 16)
and to Council in March. Thank you for your assistance.

Judy Stalder
Regulatory Affairs Director

TREBIC (Triad Real Estate &
Building Industry Coalition)
jstalder@TREBIC.org

115 S. Westgate Drive
Greensboro, NC 27407
(Offfice) (336) 855-1453
(Fax) (336) 458-0370
www.TREBIC.org

Thanks to our 2011 Sponsorship Congress members:
President: Signature Property Group
Governor: AT&T, Fairway Outdoor Advertising
Senator: Anderson & Associates; BB&T; Brown Investment Properties; Davenport
Transportation Consulting; D.R. Horton Homes; Gilbane Building Company; Isaacson Isaacson
Sheridan & Fountain, LLP; Smith Moore Leatherwood LLP
Commissioner: DH Griffin Companies; K. Hovnanian Homes; Pest Management Inc.

<Proposed Offsite Real Estate Signs Text Amendment.docx>
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third parties.
To: Turner, Denise
Subject: Fw: GSO Offsite Real Estate Signs
Date: Friday, April 01, 2011 9:16:08 AM
Attachments: Proposed Offsite Real Estate Signs Text Amendment.docx
Here is one.

Mary Rakestraw
Greensboro NC 27403
PH 1-336-852-8639

<ZMatheny@bellpartnersinc.com>; Robbie Perkins <rperkins@naipt.com>; Mary Rakestraw
<mary_rakestraw@bellsouth.net>; Danny Thompson <dannythompson@triad.rr.com>; Trudy Wade
<jamestownvet@northstate.net>
Mayor Knight,

Thank you for your comments at the luncheon today about revising the Offsite Directional Real
Estate Sign ordinance to be more business friendly. I have attached a revised copy of the proposed
text amendment. The changes our industry would like to see in the staff proposal are highlighted.
As you suggested I am copying all council members on this email.

Realtors and Builders are looking for a simple ordinance that they are not afraid to use for fear of
misunderstanding the complex nature and/or the associated excessive penalties. Penalties as
proposed can be as much as $500 per violation for up to 2 years! Members of the industry have
been meeting with staff since October to discuss proposed revisions. Unfortunately there has been
very little continuity of staff working on this issue, resulting in an amendment that is not better,
just different and more complicated.

As you know this proposal will go to the Planning Board on Wednesday (FEB 16) and to Council
in March. Thank you for your assistance.

Judy Stalder

TREBIC (Triad Real Estate & Building
Industry Coalition)
jstalder@TREBIC.org

(Offfice) (336) 855-1453
(Fax) (336) 458-0370
www.TREBIC.org

Senator: Anderson & Associates; BB&T; Brown Investment Properties; Davenport Transportation Consulting;
D.R. Horton Homes; Gilbane Building Company; Isaacson Isaacson Sheridan & Fountain, LLP; Smith Moore
Leatherwood LLP

From: Harris, Barbara
To: Curry, Dan; Turner, Denise
Date: Monday, May 16, 2011 12:03:29 PM
My flight lands at 5:45 on Thurs.

Barbara

From: Curry, Dan

Lani has scheduled a meeting for Thursday at 5pm with herself and Danielle Burnette. Let
me know if that works for the two of you.

City of Greensboro
Phone: 336-373-2751; Fax: 336-412-6315
Mobile: 336-382-8354

To: Curry, Dan

I have reserved 5:00 at the hotel for a meeting between Denise, Barbara, Danielle and myself
on Thursday, May 19.. Let me know if this doesn't work.
Lani

To: Macrae, Lani
This message went out this morning to our City Council. It appears Jordan Green (YES
weekly newspaper) has spoken directly with Danielle and has received information that he
will report in his column later today indicating we cannot change scope of program as we
discussed on Friday and proposed with our docs today.

Denise wants to join our 2pm call today – if Danielle was available that would be ideal. We
are trying to get to a consistent message about the status of our program and scope
changes. We want to make sure we are telling Council the same thing DOE is telling us and
others.

Also, Denise and Barbara are coming to the EERE What’s Working Conf Thursday & Friday
and would like a face-to-face meeting with the BetterBuilding leadership team if that can
be arranged during that time frame.

City of Greensboro
Phone: 336-373-2751; Fax: 336-412-6315
Mobile: 336-382-8354

To: Bellamy-Small, T. Dianne; Danny Thompson; Jim Kee; mary_rakestraw@bellsouth.net;
Vaughan, Nancy; Perkins, Robbie; Wade, Trudy; 'wknight@triad.rr.com';
'ZMatheny@bellpartnersinc.com'
Cc: CMO


application ($5million grant) may not be able to apply across the city. DOE had a change in
program management that seems to be leading to the difference in directions. We
received written confirmation from the city’s DOE grant administrator that extending the
grant across the city wouldn’t be a problem as long as the scope remained within the City
of Greensboro. DOE has requested and we have provided as of this morning a written
outline of how the change in scope (from east Greensboro to city-wide) would affect the
distribution of the grant as well as other salient information. We do believe this change can
be made and still positively impact energy use on the original targeted community as well
as neighborhoods across the city. It may be necessary to pull this item from the agenda
tomorrow to allow time for DOE to provide the City with a final response as to what are
allowable scope changes to the grant. I want to ensure that we are certain what we bring
forward to you for approval is a program within the scope of DOE’s guidelines so you have
complete information from which to make your decision about the future of the grant in
Greensboro.

community who did not want to lose focus of the grant in east Greensboro. Jordan Green,
Yes! Weekly, is writing an article for Wednesday and is talking with DOE grants
administrators as part of the article. He will likely post the article on-line tonight or
tomorrow.

I will keep you informed of the progress. Please let me know if you have any questions in
the interim.

City of Greensboro
Phone: 336.373.2002 Fax: 336.373.2117
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third parties.

Barbara

From: Curry, Dan


City of Greensboro
Phone: 336-373-2751; Fax: 336-412-6315
Mobile: 336-382-8354

To: Curry, Dan

Lani

To: Macrae, Lani

others.


City of Greensboro
Phone: 336-373-2751; Fax: 336-412-6315
Mobile: 336-382-8354

Cc: CMO


Greensboro.

tomorrow.

the interim.

City of Greensboro
Phone: 336.373.2002 Fax: 336.373.2117
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third parties.

Barbara

From: Curry, Dan


City of Greensboro
Phone: 336-373-2751; Fax: 336-412-6315
Mobile: 336-382-8354

To: Curry, Dan

Lani

To: Macrae, Lani

others.


City of Greensboro
Phone: 336-373-2751; Fax: 336-412-6315
Mobile: 336-382-8354

Cc: CMO


Greensboro.

tomorrow.

the interim.

City of Greensboro
Phone: 336.373.2002 Fax: 336.373.2117
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third parties.
From: Jackson, Greg
To: "Jackson, Laura"; McCray, Nasha
Cc: mary_rakestraw@bellsouth.net; Donna Newton; Wilson, Christian A (P&R); Turner, Denise; Phlegar, David
Subject: RE: Park Rules Signs
Laura:
Thank you for the sign suggestions. Over the past year I have visited every park in Greensboro and
have also noted a wide variety of signs and no consistency. We are working on a consistent sign
package to include park identification signs (we recently developed a standard that we will use and
start changing existing signs over to) as well as updated park rules sign. Our rules need to be
consistent so that every neighborhood park has the same rules and every regional park has the
same rules, etc. Once we have finalized what the rules signs will say, we will order new signs and
begin replacing them in all parks. With over 100 parks, this will take a little time but will get there.
We can put the rules sign in each section as necessary. As you are aware, the presence of a sign
doesn’t ensure compliance, but is does make it easier for staff, police and citizens to enforce the
rules.

I will have Nasha coordinate with Water Resources staff to have representatives at the May 19
meeting. We can provide a brief overview of the stream restoration project and we can solicit
residents that would like to be on a steering committee.

Nasha, it may be helpful to share our SOP on community workshop with the residents on May 19
so they understand our process of including a steering committee, public notification of
community workshops, etc.

Greg Jackson, Director
Parks and Recreation Department
City of Greensboro
Office: 336-373-2552; Fax: 336-373-2060
1001 Fourth Street

From: Jackson, Laura [mailto:Laura.Jackson@pruyostandlittle.com]
Sent: Thursday, May 12, 2011 10:38 AM
To: Jackson, Greg
Cc: mary_rakestraw@bellsouth.net; Donna Newton
Subject: Park Rules Signs
Greg,

When we meet at Ardmore Park I mentioned to you that I had visited several other neighborhood
parks. The one that was most impressive to me was the small park in the Latham Park/Irving Park area
named Troy A. Johnson Park. It has an adequate metal foot bridge and it also has basketball goals for
all ages. At that park there is a clear notice mid court that lets everyone know that good behavior is
expected or the privilege of having those goals will be removed. Attached is a copy of the wording
of that notice.

While at Johnson Park, I copied down the ten park rules to share. Especially in two languages, it is
wordy and the type is small just like in our park. The density print is one reason the rules are seldom,
if ever, read. There is evidence in Ardmore Park they users do not always abide by rules even if they
do read them so I have a suggestion which is also attached. If the message needs to be repeated in
Spanish, then do so in seperate body copy beneath or beside the English version (i.e. make it a divided
sign and horizontal).

In the case of Ardmore Park, which is in three parts, could park rule signs be on each portion?

PS--I will attempt another neighborhood meeting (police not invited) on Thursday, May 19 as planned.
Several block captains are willing to come and we need to conduct some neighborhood business. We
would still appreciate receiving some information from Parks & Recreation and Water Resourses. David
Phlegar cannot attend in person but has indicated that someone from his department or yours should be
there to explain the project intent.
From: Jackson, Greg
To: "Jackson, Laura"; McCray, Nasha
Cc: mary_rakestraw@bellsouth.net; Donna Newton; Wilson, Christian A (P&R); Turner, Denise; Phlegar, David
Subject: RE: Park Rules Signs
Laura:
Thank you for the sign suggestions. Over the past year I have visited every park in Greensboro and
have also noted a wide variety of signs and no consistency. We are working on a consistent sign
package to include park identification signs (we recently developed a standard that we will use and
start changing existing signs over to) as well as updated park rules sign. Our rules need to be
consistent so that every neighborhood park has the same rules and every regional park has the
same rules, etc. Once we have finalized what the rules signs will say, we will order new signs and
begin replacing them in all parks. With over 100 parks, this will take a little time but will get there.
We can put the rules sign in each section as necessary. As you are aware, the presence of a sign
doesn’t ensure compliance, but is does make it easier for staff, police and citizens to enforce the
rules.

I will have Nasha coordinate with Water Resources staff to have representatives at the May 19
meeting. We can provide a brief overview of the stream restoration project and we can solicit
residents that would like to be on a steering committee.

Nasha, it may be helpful to share our SOP on community workshop with the residents on May 19
so they understand our process of including a steering committee, public notification of
community workshops, etc.

City of Greensboro
Office: 336-373-2552; Fax: 336-373-2060
1001 Fourth Street

Sent: Thursday, May 12, 2011 10:38 AM
To: Jackson, Greg
Cc: mary_rakestraw@bellsouth.net; Donna Newton
Subject: Park Rules Signs
Greg,

When we meet at Ardmore Park I mentioned to you that I had visited several other neighborhood
parks. The one that was most impressive to me was the small park in the Latham Park/Irving Park area
named Troy A. Johnson Park. It has an adequate metal foot bridge and it also has basketball goals for
all ages. At that park there is a clear notice mid court that lets everyone know that good behavior is
expected or the privilege of having those goals will be removed. Attached is a copy of the wording
of that notice.

While at Johnson Park, I copied down the ten park rules to share. Especially in two languages, it is
wordy and the type is small just like in our park. The density print is one reason the rules are seldom,
if ever, read. There is evidence in Ardmore Park they users do not always abide by rules even if they
do read them so I have a suggestion which is also attached. If the message needs to be repeated in
Spanish, then do so in seperate body copy beneath or beside the English version (i.e. make it a divided
sign and horizontal).

In the case of Ardmore Park, which is in three parts, could park rule signs be on each portion?

PS--I will attempt another neighborhood meeting (police not invited) on Thursday, May 19 as planned.
Several block captains are willing to come and we need to conduct some neighborhood business. We
would still appreciate receiving some information from Parks & Recreation and Water Resourses. David
Phlegar cannot attend in person but has indicated that someone from his department or yours should be
there to explain the project intent.
From: Jackson, Greg
To: Turner, Denise
Subject: FW: Ardmore Park Stream Project
I tried to call you to discuss Ardmore. Nasha, Brooks Mullane, Chris and I met with Laura on April
7th to discuss the bridge project as well as plans for the park. At that meeting, we shared with her
that Water Resources and P&R had rated the stream through Ardmore Park as a high priority for a
stream restoration project and that we would schedule a meeting to review the project or attend
their next neighborhood meeting to discuss. Laura indicated that May was there regular meeting
time and we can just be on their agenda.

We have not gotten far enough into the process to answer many of Laura’s questions below and it
seems as if she is trying to expedite the process. We have literally just ranked the streams within
the past two months. I’m going to direct Nasha to go back and follow our standard operating
procedures for community workshops and stick to it. That will include engaging a steering
committee of neighborhood and staff representatives and working toward community workshops.
When we don’t follow our procedures, things get off track like this.

City of Greensboro
Office: 336-373-2552; Fax: 336-373-2060
1001 Fourth Street

From: McCray, Nasha
To: Jackson, Greg
Subject: FW: Ardmore Park Stream Project
An earlier email that may help explain

Ednasha McCray, Planning and Project Development Manager
City of Greensboro
Phone: 336-433-7360; Fax: 336-373-2060
1001 Fourth Street, Greensboro, NC 27405

From: Phlegar, David
To: 'Jackson, Laura'
Cc: McCray, Nasha; Wilson, Christian A (P&R); Spillman, Virginia; Stewart, Jana; Mullane, Brooks
Subject: RE: Ardmore Park Stream Project
Hey Ms. Jackson, I think it would be beneficial to meet with you (and maybe a couple of involved
neighbors) to explain the intent of the project, and why the City is pursuing it at this time. If the
intent of the public meeting was mostly with regard to the stream project, I honestly don’t think it
is necessary to have a formal “public” meeting at this point. At this early stage, I think this could
be easily accomplished with just a meeting in the park and a short walk to look at the severely
eroded areas, followed by a short conversation to explain the nature of these types of projects. I
understand it takes a considerable amount of effort to pull together a more formal public meeting,
with notifications and meeting room reservations, etc, so I understand your reluctance to pull that
together if we’re not ready to share real definitive information and time frames. My simple advice
this early in the project is to let’s just meet in the park one afternoon with you and a few others
that you know would even care about this project and let’s talk about it. Maybe in the fall we can
try to have a more formal meeting. Please let us know your thoughts on this.
And I’m copying some of the folks in Parks & Rec to keep them in the loop as well.

David Phlegar, Stormwater Division Manager
Water Resources Department
City of Greensboro
Phone: 336-373-2707; Fax: 336-373-3119

Sent: Monday, May 09, 2011 5:19 PM
To: Phlegar, David
Thank you for your quick and frank response.

I have one more question. Do you see the need to meet with my neighbors to explain the intent of the
stream project and what your department hopes to achieve? Without knowing the reasoning behind
doing this work, would my neighbors even care or want the project? I cannot answer for them even
though they depend on me to keep the lines of communication open to the City.

From: Phlegar, David [David.Phlegar@greensboro-nc.gov]

To: Jackson, Laura
Cc: Nasha.McRay@greensboro.nc-gov; Greg.Jackson@greensboro-nc.gov;
mary_rakestraw@bellsouth.net; Donna Newton; Wilson, Christian A (P&R); Mullane, Brooks; Spillman,
Virginia; Stewart, Jana
Ms. Jackson, I apologize if the timing or purpose of your anticipated public meeting was strictly on
behalf of the stream project. As you now know, we haven’t even hired a consultant to study or
design the stream restoration yet. The design and permitting is quite a lengthy process in and of
itself. And the construction itself wouldn’t occur for quite some time after that. Initially, I asked
P&R to approach you and find out if repairing the severely eroded stream is something the
Ardmore Park neighborhood would even be interested in, especially since repairing the stream has
been a longstanding request of the P&R Department. Anyway, I’ll try to address some of your
concerns to the best of my knowledge listed below with your list of questions.
David Phlegar, Stormwater Division Manager

Water Resources Department
City of Greensboro
Phone: 336-373-2707; Fax: 336-373-3119

To: Phlegar, David
Cc: Nasha.McRay@greensboro.nc-gov; Greg.Jackson@greensboro-nc.gov;
mary_rakestraw@bellsouth.net; Donna Newton
Subject: Ardmore Park Stream Project
David,
Nasha McRay, of Parks & Recreation, just informed me that the City has not signed a contract with the
consultants who were to create a plan for the work to be done on the portion of stream running though
my neighborhood park. To me it no longer seems unnecessary to try to have the long planned meeting
on Thursday, May 19 at 7 p.m. in the fellowship hall of Immanuel Baptist Church on High Point Road. I
need reliable information from you before I tell P&R, the Church, my community watch block captains or
neighbors anything.
It is nearly impossible for me to get enough people to attend a meeting on any topic to make it
worthwhile to have City staff and/or consultants come out. I am discouraged that multiple meetings,
not just one will be required and the work will not start this summer. The planned meeting probably
should be cancelled because Water Resources is not ready to tell us anything. The consultants have not
been hired. There is no project plan to share. P&R does not need community input from neighbors on
what they would like changed and playground changes logically should not be completed until Water
Resources is finished disruptive stream work.
The City Managers walk was a month ago, the park foot bridge construction is under way and males of
all ages are hoping for a permanent regulation basketball goal. Truthfully, had I hoped for two things:
(1) that the momentum generated by all this recent excitement would mean a good turn out for a public
meeting about the park and (2) that meeting would help me to generate a revival of the community
watch enough to warrant regular meetings and a National Night Out celebration this year.
Truthfullty, I have been reminding my block captains during these intervening weeks to put the 19th on
their calendar and talk to neighbors about coming to a public meeting about the park.
What I need to know by tomorrow in order to communicate with all interested parties are things like:
When will the consultants be ready to meet with my neighbors for the first time?
a. The end of September 2011
How many meetings will be necessary?
a. I would suggest two – one to get preliminary feedback and ideas from the
neighborhood, and the second meeting to show you the final design plan and suggest
construction timing.
How long is this project supposed to take?
a. Design and permitting will last about a year depending on the permitting process.
Construction will likely occur within one additional year.
When is it anticipated to begin?
a. Design and permitting will start in June 2011. We don’t have a construction schedule
yet, but probably summer or fall 2012
How long should we allow for delays?
a. That totally depends, but projects like these typically have delays during the permitting
phase, and then construction typically experiences delays due to weather, etc. I’d say
give or take six months on either side of the design or construction window.
How much damage to the playground and cleared park land will be done?
a. We’re not sure yet, since we haven’t begun the design yet. This is where we’d like to
incorporate feedback from the neighborhood. Obviously, during construction though,
there will be some disturbance.
When should the required work changing the playground be started?
a. Changing the playground is not required, but moving it away from the steep creek
banks is one of the common requests we hear about. We’d like your feedback on this
aspect of the project.
Is there any reliable information at this point?
a. Until we get underway with the design, there are only conceptual ideas to share at this
point. By the end of summer/early fall, we’ll have more definitive information to share.
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third parties.
From: Jamiah Waterman
To: Turner, Denise
Subject: Fwd: Draft Entertainment License Permit Ordinances
Fyi
Sent from my iPhone

To: "JamiahWaterman@gmail.com" <JamiahWaterman@gmail.com>
Subject: FW: Draft Entertainment License Permit Ordinances
-------------------------------------------
Sent: Thursday, March 17, 2011 4:23:37 PM
To: Waterman, Jamiah; 'wknight@triad.rr.com'; Vaughan, Nancy;
Bellamy-Small, T. Dianne; 'jimkee2009@yahoo.com'; 'zachmatheny@gmail.com';
Perkins, Robbie; 'mary_rakestraw@bellsouth.net';
'dannythompson@triad.rr.com'; Wade, Trudy
Auto forwarded by a Rule
given a copy.
Sincerely,

City of Greensboro
Phone: 336.373.2320; Fax: 336.373.2078

To: 'wknight@triad.rr.com'; Vaughan, Nancy; Bellamy-Small, T. Dianne; 'jimkee2009@yahoo.com';
'zachmatheny@gmail.com'; 'rperkins@naipt.com'; 'mary_rakestraw@bellsouth.net';
ordinances. Please contact the City Attorney if you have any questions or concerns.
Sincerely,

City of Greensboro
Phone: 336.373.2320; Fax: 336.373.2078
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third parties.
From: Jim Kee
To: Vaughan, Nancy
Cc: Turner, Denise
Subject: Re: Billboard Legislation
I oppose this bill.

From: Nancy Vaughan <NVaughan@triad.rr.com>
To: "Turner, Denise" <Denise.Turner@greensboro-nc.gov>; "Bellamy-Small, T. Dianne"
<Dianne.Bellamy-Small@greensboro-nc.gov>; Danny Thompson <dannythompson@triad.rr.com>; Jim
Kee <jimkee2009@yahoo.com>; mary_rakestraw@bellsouth.net; "Perkins, Robbie"
<rperkins@naipt.com>; "Wade, Trudy" <twade2@triad.rr.com>; wknight@triad.rr.com;
Cc: CMO <CMO@greensboro-nc.gov>
Sent: Tue, March 29, 2011 1:24:20 PM
I strongly object to this legislation. This is another example of the State inserting itself into our
(the City’s) business.

To: Bellamy-Small, T. Dianne; Danny Thompson; Jim Kee; mary_rakestraw@bellsouth.net; Vaughan, Nancy;
Perkins, Robbie; Wade, Trudy; 'wknight@triad.rr.com'; 'ZMatheny@bellpartnersinc.com'
Cc: CMO
Importance: High






Phone: 336.373.2002 Fax: 336.373.2117

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From: Matheny, Zack
To: Young, Rashad
Cc: Danish, Julia; Turner, Denise; Speedling, Michael; Vaughan, Nancy; Bellamy-Small, T. Dianne; Perkins, Robbie; Jim Kee
(jimkee2009@yahoo.com); Bill Knight; Danny Lee Thompson; Wade, Trudy; Mary C. Rakestraw; Waterman, Jamiah;
Miller, Ken
Date: Monday, March 21, 2011 9:52:18 AM

You would think that an elected official that has worked diligently on this proposed item,
that discussed with passion at our City Council meeting Tuesday about it being an
incomplete document and there were still conversations being held, would have received a
copy of this notice that legal was incorrect on Tuesday night and the document would be
released.

You would also think, that as an elected official, elected in 2007, my name would be
spelled correctly by staff, in particular, a member of our legal team that is supposed to be
paying attention to every detail.

I guess to be treated with respect, the same respect I attempt to show our staff is too
much to ask. Unacceptable.


wrote:
Zack,
Here is the second email. I just forwarded the first. I notice that this email has your
name spelled incorrectly. This is why obviously you didn't get the email. I'm not sure yet
how that happened and I apologize. Also, I agree we could have reached out with a
phone call as an extra measure of communication.
form meets no test of exclusion from the public records statutes. We were an are
required to release such things even as drafts. Again, I apologize for my staffs oversight
in how this was communicated.
Rashad
Sent from my iPhone


nc.gov>
For your information, John Hammer and Amanda Lemhert made public
records requests for a copy of the draft ordinance. I will make sure that both
of them are given a copy.
Sincerely,

City of Greensboro
Phone: 336.373.2320; Fax: 336.373.2078

Attached to this email you will find a draft of proposed entertainment

licensing ordinances. Please contact the City Attorney if you have any
questions or concerns.
Sincerely,

City of Greensboro
Phone: 336.373.2320; Fax: 336.373.2078
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third parties.
From: Miller, Ken
To: Turner, Denise
Subject: Re: Black Bear
Date: Wednesday, May 25, 2011 4:09:07 PM
Before we trouble them, let's see what happens through tomorrow. Dwight said it has been quiet
on the bear front today.
Ken Miller
Chief of Police
City of Greensboro
Phone: (336) 373-2450
Cell: (336) 482-1900
Fax: (336) 373-7721
ken.miller@greensboro-nc.gov

Sent: Wednesday, May 25, 2011 03:06 PM
To: Miller, Ken; Speedling, Michael; Young, Rashad

We could ask our state reps to talk with them. Pricey Harrison would be a natural and likely willing to
help.
"Miller, Ken" <Ken.Miller@greensboro-nc.gov> wrote:
We are trying to connect with a biologist who can answer that. We can do anything under their
authority, but they are unlikely to grant it. That's a little disheartening, as this bear is young and
not likely to recognize it needs to go elsewhere. The longer it stays, the greater the risk to the bear
itself being killed intentionally or accidentally.
The State officials really have no constituency, so they're not feeling much pressure to act and likely
won't be around to answer the questions.
Ken Miller
Chief of Police
City of Greensboro
Phone: (336) 373-2450
Cell: (336) 482-1900
Fax: (336) 373-7721

Subject: RE: Black Bear

Is that an option? Is there an appeal we can make to the Wildlife Commission for relief?

From: Miller, Ken
To: Turner, Denise; Speedling, Michael; Young, Rashad

My only concern in the Wildlife Commission's approach is that this bear continues to consume our
resources and not theirs. My preference would be to relocate it if it drags on much longer.
Ken Miller
Chief of Police
City of Greensboro
Phone: (336) 373-2450
Cell: (336) 482-1900
Fax: (336) 373-7721

To: Bellamy-Small, T. Dianne; Danny Thompson <dannythompson@triad.rr.com>; Jim Kee
<jimkee2009@yahoo.com>; mary_rakestraw@bellsouth.net <mary_rakestraw@bellsouth.net>;
Vaughan, Nancy; Perkins, Robbie; Wade, Trudy; 'wknight@triad.rr.com' <wknight@triad.rr.com>;
'ZMatheny@bellpartnersinc.com' <'ZMatheny@bellpartnersinc.com'>
Cc: CMO
Subject: Black Bear

You are maybe receiving questions regarding the black bear, as we have in the office. Below are
fact points regarding this situation to assist in responding to inquiries.

Fact Points

· NC General Statutes charge the NC Wildlife Resource Commission with stewardship of all
wildlife resources. As such, this agency has primary jurisdiction to resolve reports of black bears
in urban areas.

· The Greensboro Police Department cannot interfere unless the bear is threatening a citizen.

· To support The Wildlife Commission’s policy, police may cordon an area as a public safety
measure in case the bear becomes agitated.

· Wildlife employees will not trap and relocate bears. They believe this would relocate the
problem, rather than solve it.

· The Commission urges people to modify their behaviors to discourage bears from entering or
staying in populated areas.

Please let me know if you have any additional questions. Thanks, Denise

City of Greensboro
Phone: 336.373.2002 Fax: 336.373.2117
From: Miller, Ken
Ken Miller
Chief of Police
City of Greensboro
Phone: (336) 373-2450
Cell: (336) 482-1900
Fax: (336) 373-7721



From: Miller, Ken

Ken Miller
Chief of Police
City of Greensboro
Phone: (336) 373-2450
Cell: (336) 482-1900
Fax: (336) 373-7721

Cc: CMO
Subject: Black Bear


Fact Points

in urban areas.






City of Greensboro
Phone: 336.373.2002 Fax: 336.373.2117
From: Miller, Ken
Ken Miller
Chief of Police
City of Greensboro
Phone: (336) 373-2450
Cell: (336) 482-1900
Fax: (336) 373-7721

Cc: CMO
Subject: Black Bear



Fact Points

in urban areas.






City of Greensboro
Phone: 336.373.2002 Fax: 336.373.2117
From: mrdannythompson@gmail.com
To: Turner, Denise
Subject: Re: [Website Feedback] - Public Information Request
Denise,
Please let Jeff know that the only copies of communications I have on the landfill issue are the ones
which the City would have on record - including any comments I've made in work sessions, Council
Mtgs or emails sent thru the City's email system.
Thanks,
Danny
Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry
Date: Tue, 31 May 2011 17:41:55
To: 'Danny Thompson'<dannythompson@triad.rr.com>;
'mary_rakestraw@bellsouth.net'<mary_rakestraw@bellsouth.net>; Wade,Trudy<twade2@triad.rr.com>;
'wknight@triad.rr.com'<wknight@triad.rr.com>
Cc: Young, Rashad<Rashad.Young@greensboro-nc.gov>
Members of Council, the following message was received from resident Mr. Jeff Martin. He is seeking
"copies of communications of any kind by city council members concerning the White Street Landfill"
from January 10, 2010 to present.
In response to the same public records request received May 15, 2011 through the city's web-site, staff
conducted a search of City of Greensboro e-mail accounts of the referenced Members and provided Mr.
Martin with the relevant e-mails.
However, as he states in his message below, he is seeking a response directly from you as well which
he says he relayed in an e-mail directly to you (also on May 15, 2011).
I wanted to ensure you saw the message. Please let me know if I can be of any assistance with this
request.
Thanks,

Denise
Name: Jeff Martin
Greetings:
On May 15, 2011 I emailed Greensboro Mayor Bill Knight, councilmembers Danny Thompson, Mary
Rakestraw and Trudy Wade with public information requests for any communications regarding the
White Street Landfill dating to January 1, 2009. Since then, I have received no response from any of
them.
At that time, I also emailed the same request to the City and received a prompt response. Based on
past experience, I believe requested information from the City will be forthcoming.
Given the lack of response from the mayor and councilmembers, I hereby request that the City
Attorney remind these public officials that they are lawfully bound to reply to my request for public
information.
I appreciate your assistance in this matter. However, if I do not receive a response from the
councilmembers in ten business days, I will petition the Guilford County District Attorney and the North
Carolina Attorney General to investigate the matter.
Thank you.
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to the North Carolina Public Records Law and may be disclosed to third parties.
To: Turner, Denise
Subject: Re: Google picked Kansas City
Thanks for the heads up Denise - and thank you for working on this - it was a valiant
effort.
Danny

Date: Wed, 30 Mar 2011 13:28:44 -0400
To: Bellamy-Small, T. Dianne<Dianne.Bellamy-Small@greensboro-nc.gov>;
DannyThompson<dannythompson@triad.rr.com>; Jim Kee<jimkee2009@yahoo.com>;
mary_rakestraw@bellsouth.net<mary_rakestraw@bellsouth.net>;
Vaughan,Nancy<NVaughan@triad.rr.com>; Perkins, Robbie<rperkins@naipt.com>;
Wade, Trudy<twade2@triad.rr.com>; 'wknight@triad.rr.com'<wknight@triad.rr.com>;
'ZMatheny@bellpartnersinc.com'<'ZMatheny@bellpartnersinc.com'>
Cc: CMO<CMO@greensboro-nc.gov>
Subject: Google picked Kansas City
This was just announced:

http://money.cnn.com/2011/03/30/technology/google_kansas_city/index.htm?
section=money_topstories

Phone: 336.373.2002 Fax: 336.373.2117
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third parties.
To: Turner, Denise
Subject: Re: Public Records Request
Denise,
I don't have any private emails or correspondence related to this topic or individuals
mentioned.
Danny Thompson

Date: Wed, 30 Mar 2011 12:27:38 -0400

The attached public records request was received from Reid Phillips. Staff has conducted an internal city
search of electronic and hard copy files to respond to the request. These documents have been
forwarded to Mr. Phillips. Please review your private e-mails for any e-mails that are city business and
relate to the persons or topics listed in the attached document. I would appreciate your reply by
Monday, April 4. Thanks, Denise

City of Greensboro
Phone: 336.373.2002 Fax: 336.373.2117
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third parties.
To: Vaughan, Nancy; Turner, Denise; Bellamy-Small, T. Dianne; "Danny Thompson"; "Jim Kee";
mary_rakestraw@bellsouth.net; Perkins, Robbie; Wade, Trudy; wknight@triad.rr.com;
"ZMatheny@bellpartnersinc.com"
Cc: CMO
Subject: Re: Billboard Legislation -- Proponent Information
Nancy, why do you feel a need to argue my position to all members of council? Can
I not state my position as you have yours and move on? This is not our vote - we
were simply asked our individual position on a General Assembly piece of legislation.
I graciously recognize your position and humbly present mine - recognizing both
come with an emphatic passion as to what we believe is the best way to progress.
My loyalty, first and foremost is with my spouse.
Danny
From: "Nancy Vaughan" <NVaughan@triad.rr.com>

Date: Tue, 29 Mar 2011 18:41:16 -0400
To: 'Danny Thompson'<mrdannythompson@gmail.com>; 'Turner,
Denise'<Denise.Turner@greensboro-nc.gov>; 'Bellamy-Small, T.
Dianne'<Dianne.Bellamy-Small@greensboro-nc.gov>; 'Danny
Thompson'<dannythompson@triad.rr.com>; 'Jim Kee'<jimkee2009@yahoo.com>;
<mary_rakestraw@bellsouth.net>; 'Perkins, Robbie'<rperkins@naipt.com>; 'Wade,
Trudy'<twade2@triad.rr.com>; <wknight@triad.rr.com>;
<'ZMatheny@bellpartnersinc.com'>
Cc: 'CMO'<CMO@greensboro-nc.gov>
Danny, I believe this is an issue of sovereignty and the State’s willingness to over-reach in its
control over our (The City of Greensboro’s) ability to shape and enact ordinances that we deem
reasonable and proper. I will not willingly surrender the City’s ability to control zoning within our
city limits. If this is such a worthwhile idea, there is nothing that precludes the Billboard Industry
from requesting these changes on a city by city basis rather than making an end-run around the
very communities they will impact.

My loyalty, first and foremost, is with the citizens of Greensboro.

Regards,
Nancy

From: Danny Thompson [mailto:mrdannythompson@gmail.com]
To: 'Turner, Denise'; 'Bellamy-Small, T. Dianne'; 'Danny Thompson'; 'Jim Kee';
mary_rakestraw@bellsouth.net; 'Vaughan, Nancy'; 'Perkins, Robbie'; 'Wade, Trudy';
wknight@triad.rr.com; 'ZMatheny@bellpartnersinc.com'
Cc: 'CMO'

Denise,
position.
Association
Danny Thompson

Cc: CMO
Importance: High




City of Greensboro
Phone: 336.373.2002 Fax: 336.373.2117

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third parties.

Cc: CMO
Danny

Date: Tue, 29 Mar 2011 18:41:16 -0400


Regards,
Nancy

Cc: 'CMO'

Denise,
position.
Association
Danny Thompson

Cc: CMO
Importance: High




City of Greensboro
Phone: 336.373.2002 Fax: 336.373.2117

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third parties.

Cc: CMO
Danny

Date: Tue, 29 Mar 2011 18:41:16 -0400


Regards,
Nancy

Cc: 'CMO'

Denise,
position.
Association
Danny Thompson

Cc: CMO
Importance: High




City of Greensboro
Phone: 336.373.2002 Fax: 336.373.2117

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third parties.

Cc: CMO
Danny

Date: Tue, 29 Mar 2011 18:41:16 -0400


Regards,
Nancy

Cc: 'CMO'

Denise,
position.
Association
Danny Thompson

Cc: CMO
Importance: High




City of Greensboro
Phone: 336.373.2002 Fax: 336.373.2117

=======================================================
third parties.

Cc: CMO
Danny

Date: Tue, 29 Mar 2011 18:41:16 -0400


Regards,
Nancy

Cc: 'CMO'

Denise,
position.
Association
Danny Thompson

Cc: CMO
Importance: High




City of Greensboro
Phone: 336.373.2002 Fax: 336.373.2117

=======================================================
third parties.

Cc: CMO
Danny

Date: Tue, 29 Mar 2011 18:41:16 -0400


Regards,
Nancy

Cc: 'CMO'

Denise,
position.
Association
Danny Thompson

Cc: CMO
Importance: High




City of Greensboro
Phone: 336.373.2002 Fax: 336.373.2117

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third parties.

Cc: CMO
Danny

Date: Tue, 29 Mar 2011 18:41:16 -0400


Regards,
Nancy

Cc: 'CMO'

Denise,
position.
Association
Danny Thompson

Cc: CMO
Importance: High




City of Greensboro
Phone: 336.373.2002 Fax: 336.373.2117

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third parties.

To: Turner, Denise
Subject: Re: Farmer"s market RFP
No problem, thanks for adding him

Date: Mon, 7 Mar 2011 15:02:23 -0500
To: 'mrdannythompson@gmail.com'<mrdannythompson@gmail.com>
Subject: RE: Farmer's market RFP
Sorry – thanks!

From: mrdannythompson@gmail.com [mailto:mrdannythompson@gmail.com]
To: Turner, Denise
Subject: Re: Farmer's market RFP

Royal

Date: Mon, 7 Mar 2011 14:47:52 -0500
To: Bellamy-Small, T. Dianne<Dianne.Bellamy-Small@greensboro-nc.gov>; 'Danny
'mary_rakestraw@bellsouth.net'<mary_rakestraw@bellsouth.net>; Vaughan,
Nancy<NVaughan@triad.rr.com>; Perkins, Robbie<rperkins@naipt.com>; Wade,
Trudy<twade2@triad.rr.com>; 'wknight@triad.rr.com'<wknight@triad.rr.com>;
Cc: CMO<CMO@greensboro-nc.gov>; Jackson, Greg<Gregory.Jackson@greensboro-nc.gov>

One additional committee member: Jay Rowal from Councilmember Danny Thompson.

To: Bellamy-Small, T. Dianne; 'Danny Thompson'; 'Jim Kee'; 'mary_rakestraw@bellsouth.net'; Vaughan,
Nancy; 'Robbie Perkins'; Wade, Trudy; 'wknight@triad.rr.com'; 'ZMatheny@bellpartnersinc.com'
Cc: CMO; Jackson, Greg
Subject: Farmer's market RFP

The following people have been appointed to the committee reviewing the farmer’s market RFP
proposals per direction from the referenced Councilmembers. Staff is contacting these individuals to
bring them into the process.

Councilmember Appointee
Zack Matheny Ben Roberts
Jeanie Duncan
Andrea Neese
Nancy Vaughan David Hoggard
Anne Marie Scott (formerly Gloster)

City of Greensboro
Phone: 336.373.2002 Fax: 336.373.2117

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third parties.

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third parties.
To: Turner, Denise
Subject: Re: Farmer"s market RFP
Royal

Date: Mon, 7 Mar 2011 14:47:52 -0500
Cc: CMO<CMO@greensboro-nc.gov>; Jackson, Greg<Gregory.Jackson@greensboro-
nc.gov>


proposals per direction from the referenced Councilmembers. Staff is contacting these individuals to
bring them into the process.

Jeanie Duncan
Andrea Neese

City of Greensboro
Phone: 336.373.2002 Fax: 336.373.2117
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third parties.
From: N&R-Lehmert (E-mail)
To: Turner, Denise
Subject: RE: Redistricting Plans - Wade
Date: Monday, April 25, 2011 2:38:54 PM
Thanks. It is really hard to see the changes on the maps so the precinct detail is really good to have.

Amanda


Sent: Monday, April 25, 2011 2:01 PM
To: Amanda Lehmert
Subject: FW: Redistricting Plans - Wade

Subject: Redistricting Plans - Wade

Mayor and Members of Council,

Councilmember Wade has recommended two council redistricting plans per the attached. The
plans are labeled Plan D and Plan E. These documents are being posted to the city’s web-site and
provided to the media to satisfy public records requests. Please let me know if you have any
questions. Denise

City of Greensboro
Phone: 336.373.2002 Fax: 336.373.2117
From: Nancy Vaughan
To: mrdannythompson@gmail.com; Turner, Denise; Bellamy-Small, T. Dianne; "Danny Thompson"; "Jim Kee";
"ZMatheny@bellpartnersinc.com"; zmatheny@bellpartnersinc.com
Cc: CMO
Danny, I simply addressed my comments to you since, at the time of my responding, you were the
only council member on-record in support of this legislation. (After I sent it I read the Mayor’s
email that he would like to reserve his opinion until he got more information and I am sure he will
consider my comments in the spirit in which they were written.) I was not arguing against your
position. I was merely restating mine. I believe that this is a very important philosophical issue
and I am very worried about the precedent it could set.

BTW I didn’t think it was necessary to state “as an elected official” my loyalty , first and foremost, is
to the citizens of Greensboro. But I guess it was.

To: Nancy Vaughan; 'Turner, Denise'; 'Bellamy-Small, T. Dianne'; 'Danny Thompson'; 'Jim Kee';
mary_rakestraw@bellsouth.net; 'Perkins, Robbie'; 'Wade, Trudy'; wknight@triad.rr.com;
Cc: 'CMO'

Nancy, why do you feel a need to argue my position to all members of council? Can I not
state my position as you have yours and move on? This is not our vote - we were simply
asked our individual position on a General Assembly piece of legislation.
I graciously recognize your position and humbly present mine - recognizing both come with
an emphatic passion as to what we believe is the best way to progress.
Danny

Date: Tue, 29 Mar 2011 18:41:16 -0400
Denise'<Denise.Turner@greensboro-nc.gov>; 'Bellamy-Small, T. Dianne'<Dianne.Bellamy-
Small@greensboro-nc.gov>; 'Danny Thompson'<dannythompson@triad.rr.com>; 'Jim
Kee'<jimkee2009@yahoo.com>; <mary_rakestraw@bellsouth.net>; 'Perkins,
Robbie'<rperkins@naipt.com>; 'Wade, Trudy'<twade2@triad.rr.com>;
<wknight@triad.rr.com>; <'ZMatheny@bellpartnersinc.com'>



Regards,
Nancy

Cc: 'CMO'

Denise,
position.
Association
Danny Thompson

Cc: CMO
Importance: High




City of Greensboro
Phone: 336.373.2002 Fax: 336.373.2117

=======================================================
third parties.

From: Nancy Vaughan
Cc: CMO


Cc: 'CMO'

Danny

Date: Tue, 29 Mar 2011 18:41:16 -0400



Regards,
Nancy

Cc: 'CMO'

Denise,
position.
Association
Danny Thompson

Cc: CMO
Importance: High




City of Greensboro
Phone: 336.373.2002 Fax: 336.373.2117

=======================================================
third parties.

From: Nancy Vaughan
Cc: CMO


Cc: 'CMO'

Danny

Date: Tue, 29 Mar 2011 18:41:16 -0400



Regards,
Nancy

Cc: 'CMO'

Denise,
position.
Association
Danny Thompson

Cc: CMO
Importance: High




City of Greensboro
Phone: 336.373.2002 Fax: 336.373.2117

=======================================================
third parties.

From: Nancy Vaughan
Cc: CMO


Cc: 'CMO'

Danny

Date: Tue, 29 Mar 2011 18:41:16 -0400



Regards,
Nancy

Cc: 'CMO'

Denise,
position.
Association
Danny Thompson

Cc: CMO
Importance: High




City of Greensboro
Phone: 336.373.2002 Fax: 336.373.2117

=======================================================
third parties.

From: Nancy Vaughan
Cc: CMO


Cc: 'CMO'

Danny

Date: Tue, 29 Mar 2011 18:41:16 -0400



Regards,
Nancy

Cc: 'CMO'

Denise,
position.
Association
Danny Thompson

Cc: CMO
Importance: High




City of Greensboro
Phone: 336.373.2002 Fax: 336.373.2117

=======================================================
third parties.

From: Nancy Vaughan
Cc: CMO


Cc: 'CMO'

Danny

Date: Tue, 29 Mar 2011 18:41:16 -0400



Regards,
Nancy

Cc: 'CMO'

Denise,
position.
Association
Danny Thompson

Cc: CMO
Importance: High




City of Greensboro
Phone: 336.373.2002 Fax: 336.373.2117

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third parties.

From: Nancy Vaughan
To: "Danny Thompson"; Turner, Denise; Bellamy-Small, T. Dianne; "Danny Thompson"; "Jim Kee";
Cc: CMO


Regards,
Nancy

Cc: 'CMO'

Denise,
position.
Association
Danny Thompson

Cc: CMO
Importance: High




City of Greensboro
Phone: 336.373.2002 Fax: 336.373.2117

=======================================================
third parties.

From: Nancy Vaughan
Cc: CMO


Regards,
Nancy

Cc: 'CMO'

Denise,
position.
Association
Danny Thompson

Cc: CMO
Importance: High




City of Greensboro
Phone: 336.373.2002 Fax: 336.373.2117

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third parties.

From: Nancy Vaughan
Cc: CMO


Regards,
Nancy

Cc: 'CMO'

Denise,
position.
Association
Danny Thompson

Cc: CMO
Importance: High




City of Greensboro
Phone: 336.373.2002 Fax: 336.373.2117

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third parties.

From: Nancy Vaughan
Cc: CMO


Regards,
Nancy

Cc: 'CMO'

Denise,
position.
Association
Danny Thompson

Cc: CMO
Importance: High




City of Greensboro
Phone: 336.373.2002 Fax: 336.373.2117

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third parties.

From: Nancy Vaughan
Cc: CMO


Regards,
Nancy

Cc: 'CMO'

Denise,
position.
Association
Danny Thompson

Cc: CMO
Importance: High




City of Greensboro
Phone: 336.373.2002 Fax: 336.373.2117

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third parties.

From: Nancy Vaughan
Cc: CMO


Regards,
Nancy

Cc: 'CMO'

Denise,
position.
Association
Danny Thompson

Cc: CMO
Importance: High




City of Greensboro
Phone: 336.373.2002 Fax: 336.373.2117

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third parties.

From: Nancy Vaughan
Perkins, Robbie; Wade, Trudy; wknight@triad.rr.com; "ZMatheny@bellpartnersinc.com"
Cc: CMO
I strongly object to this legislation. This is another example of the State inserting itself into our (the
City’s) business.

Cc: CMO
Importance: High






Phone: 336.373.2002 Fax: 336.373.2117

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third parties.

From: Nancy Vaughan
Cc: CMO
City’s) business.

Cc: CMO
Importance: High






Phone: 336.373.2002 Fax: 336.373.2117

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third parties.

From: Nancy Vaughan
Cc: CMO
City’s) business.

Cc: CMO
Importance: High






Phone: 336.373.2002 Fax: 336.373.2117

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third parties.

From: Nancy Vaughan
Cc: CMO
City’s) business.

Cc: CMO
Importance: High






Phone: 336.373.2002 Fax: 336.373.2117

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third parties.

From: Nancy Vaughan
Cc: CMO
City’s) business.

Cc: CMO
Importance: High






Phone: 336.373.2002 Fax: 336.373.2117

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third parties.

From: Nancy Vaughan
Cc: CMO
City’s) business.

Cc: CMO
Importance: High






Phone: 336.373.2002 Fax: 336.373.2117

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third parties.

From: Perkins, Robbie
To: Turner, Denise; Vaughan, Nancy; Zack Matheny; Young, Rashad
Cc: "Carole Perkins (cpguilford@aol.com)"
Subject: FW: FW: Black Bear
I know rules are rules but my wife’s comments make sense. The amount of resources we are
spending on Yogi is incredible. Time for some common sense. We are going to look really dumb
when the bear gets hit by a car on Battleground.

Robbie Perkins, CCIM
President
101 W Friendly Avenue

Suite 601
Greensboro NC 27401
www.naipt.com
tel 336 358 3219

fax 336 373 0260
rperkins@naipt.com

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From: CPGuilford@aol.com [mailto:CPGuilford@aol.com]
To: Robbie Perkins
Subject: Re: FW: Black Bear
Okay, so fill a tractor trailer with bear friendly food. Attach a ramp. The bear climbs into the truck. Shut
the door. Get the bear out of Kirkwood. Done. Need some honey?

In a message dated 5/25/2011 3:56:00 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time, RPerkins@naipt.com writes:
FYI
President

Suite 601
Greensboro NC 27401
www.naipt.com
tel 336 358 3219

fax 336 373 0260
rperkins@naipt.com

NAI Global is one of the world's leading providers of commercial real estate services. NAI
manages a network with 5,000 professionals and 350 offices in 55+ countries worldwide. We
bring together people and resources wherever needed to deliver outstanding results for our
clients and complete over $45 billion in transactions annually. Our clients come to us for our
deep local knowledge. They build their businesses on the power of our global managed
network. Building on the power of our network.
Per NC Real Estate Law, we ask you to review "Working with Real Estate
Agents", or if this is a lease transaction, "Working with Real Estate Agents ([Lease
Transaction]". After you have reviewed the applicable publication, please schedule a
meeting with us to discuss the contents of the publication.

Vaughan, Nancy; Robbie Perkins; Wade, Trudy; 'wknight@triad.rr.com';
Cc: CMO
Subject: Black Bear
You are maybe receiving questions regarding the black bear, as we have in the office.
Below are fact points regarding this situation to assist in responding to inquiries.
Fact Points
wildlife resources. As such, this agency has primary jurisdiction to resolve reports of black
bears in urban areas.
· The Greensboro Police Department cannot interfere unless the bear is threatening a
citizen.
· The Commission urges people to modify their behaviors to discourage bears from entering
or staying in populated areas.

City of Greensboro
Phone: 336.373.2002 Fax: 336.373.2117
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To: Young, Rashad; "Danny Thompson"; Bellamy-Small, T. Dianne; "Jim Kee"; "Mary Rakestraw"; Vaughan, Nancy;
Wade, Trudy; wknight@triad.rr.com; Matheny, Zack
Cc: CMO; Danish, Julia
Subject: RE: redistricting issue
Date: Thursday, April 21, 2011 5:12:27 PM
I would certainly want to hold up the submission until after the work session Tuesday. I would not
want the staff working over the weekend on something that may not be the wishes of the full
Council. Can others weigh in on this via email so that the manager has some direction?

President

Suite 601
Greensboro NC 27401
www.naipt.com
tel 336 358 3219

fax 336 373 0260
rperkins@naipt.com

NAI Global is the world's leading managed network of commercial real estate firms. With over 375
offices in 55 countries worldwide, we bring together people and resources to deliver results for our
clients wherever needed. Our clients come to us for our deep local knowledge. They build their
businesses on the power of our global managed network.

From: Young, Rashad [mailto:Rashad.Young@greensboro-nc.gov]
Sent: Thursday, April 21, 2011 4:59 PM
To: Danny Thompson (dannythompson@triad.rr.com); Bellamy-Small, T. Dianne; Jim Kee
(jimkee2009@yahoo.com); Mary Rakestraw (mary_rakestraw@bellsouth.net); Vaughan, Nancy; Perkins,
Robbie; Wade, Trudy; 'wknight@triad.rr.com'; Matheny, Zack
Subject: redistricting issue

Mayor and Members,

Joe Killian from the N&R called to ask me about the process we are following on the redistricting
plan that was approved at Tuesday’s Council Meeting and was I aware of Councilmember Vaughn’s
intent to move for the matter to be reconsidered. I told Joe that I was aware of Councilmember
Vaughns intent to ask for reconsideration as she called me about 2pm this afternoon. I told Joe, in
response to his question, that a member from the prevailing side could bring up a matter for
consideration and if seconded and a majority concurred, the matter would be back before the
Council. I also told Joe, in response to his question, that I intended to submit the plan that was
approved on Tuesday as soon as the package of information and supporting documentation
required by DOJ was completed because I could not presume to know what the outcome of a
motion for reconsideration and potential decision would be. If Council made a subsequent
determination with respect to redistricting that we would have to advise DOJ accordingly.

I finally told Joe, after he told me it was the Mayor’s intent to bring this matter up for discussion
about what sort of process to proceed with, that if the Council decided at its worksession on
Tuesday that it wanted to hold up on the submission of the package to DOJ assuming we wouldn’t
have already submitted it on Monday (we are submitting it as soon as it is completed and are
working through the weekend to put it together) that we would hold off.

Should you have any questions, please let me know.

RY

Rashad Young
City Manager
City of Greensboro
PO Box 3136
(336) 373-2002

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third parties.
Vaughan, Nancy; Wade, Trudy; wknight@triad.rr.com; "ZMatheny@bellpartnersinc.com"
Cc: CMO
I oppose the Billboard Legislation (S183) as written. The 250’ limit for cutting is more than
adequate. In addition, the bill takes away local municipalities ability to regulate billboards in their
jurisdictions.

President

Suite 601
Greensboro NC 27401
www.naipt.com
tel 336 358 3219

fax 336 373 0260
rperkins@naipt.com


Cc: CMO
Importance: High






Phone: 336.373.2002 Fax: 336.373.2117

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third parties.

From: Richardson, Betsey
To: Turner, Denise
Subject: RE: Resolution
Attachments: RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING EARLY VOTING SITES FOR THE 2009 MUNICIPAL PRIMARIES AND
ELECTIONS.doc
image001.png
Here you go.

Betsey Richardson, City Clerk
City Clerk's Office
City of Greensboro
Phone: 336-373-2397 Fax: 336.574-4003
P.O. Box 3136, Greensboro, NC 27402-3136

To: Richardson, Betsey
Subject: FW: Resolution

Betsey, could you forward me this resolution from last year. I want to update it for
Councilmember Vaughan. Thanks.

To: 'Zack Matheny'; Vaughan, Nancy

Sounds good. I am talking with my colleagues later today to get an update on some of the
lobbying efforts taking place from other cities as well on this issue. Nancy, I’ll have the
resolution prepared a long with some talking points for you to reference tomorrow
evening. Thank you both!

From: Zack Matheny [mailto:ZMatheny@bellpartnersinc.com]
To: Turner, Denise

I think it would be wise to have Nancy read the resolution as she supported it last year
and Senator Vaughn worked hard on it at the state level.

Zack Matheny
Director

Bell Partners Inc.
300 N. Greene Street, Ste. 1000 | Greensboro, NC 27401
phone 336.232.1978 | fax 336.232.4978
email zmatheny@bellpartnersinc.com
web www.BellPartnersInc.com

From: Nancy Vaughan [mailto:NVaughan@triad.rr.com]
To: Zack Matheny
Cc: 'Young, Rashad'; bill.knight@greensboro-nc.gov; 'Perkins, Robbie'; 'Danny Thompson';
'Bellamy-Small, T. Dianne'; 'Jim Kee'; mary_rakestraw@bellsouth.net; 'Wade, Trudy';
amanda.lehmert@news-record.com; richard.barron@news-record.com; john@rhinotimes.net
Subject: Resolution

Zack, just read today’s article by Richard Barron in the N&R. Last year, at my request, we
passed a similar resolution and delivered it to our Delegation. I agree that it would be
good to reaffirm, and possibly expand upon my original resolution. Last year, as our
Senator, Don worked very hard to protect Greensboro’s interests against “big cable”.
To: Turner, Denise
Attachments: RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING EARLY VOTING SITES FOR THE 2009 MUNICIPAL PRIMARIES AND
ELECTIONS.doc
image001.png
Here you go.

City Clerk's Office
City of Greensboro
Phone: 336-373-2397 Fax: 336.574-4003





To: Turner, Denise


Zack Matheny
Director

Bell Partners Inc.
phone 336.232.1978 | fax 336.232.4978

To: Zack Matheny
Subject: Resolution

From: Robbie Perkins
Cc: CMO
jurisdictions.

President

Suite 601
Greensboro NC 27401
www.naipt.com
tel 336 358 3219

fax 336 373 0260
rperkins@naipt.com


Cc: CMO
Importance: High






Phone: 336.373.2002 Fax: 336.373.2117

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third parties.

Cc: CMO
jurisdictions.

President

Suite 601
Greensboro NC 27401
www.naipt.com
tel 336 358 3219

fax 336 373 0260
rperkins@naipt.com


Cc: CMO
Importance: High






Phone: 336.373.2002 Fax: 336.373.2117

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third parties.

Cc: CMO
jurisdictions.

President

Suite 601
Greensboro NC 27401
www.naipt.com
tel 336 358 3219

fax 336 373 0260
rperkins@naipt.com


Cc: CMO
Importance: High






Phone: 336.373.2002 Fax: 336.373.2117

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third parties.

Cc: CMO
jurisdictions.

President

Suite 601
Greensboro NC 27401
www.naipt.com
tel 336 358 3219

fax 336 373 0260
rperkins@naipt.com


Cc: CMO
Importance: High






Phone: 336.373.2002 Fax: 336.373.2117

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third parties.

Cc: CMO
jurisdictions.

President

Suite 601
Greensboro NC 27401
www.naipt.com
tel 336 358 3219

fax 336 373 0260
rperkins@naipt.com


Cc: CMO
Importance: High






Phone: 336.373.2002 Fax: 336.373.2117

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third parties.

Cc: CMO
jurisdictions.

President

Suite 601
Greensboro NC 27401
www.naipt.com
tel 336 358 3219

fax 336 373 0260
rperkins@naipt.com


Cc: CMO
Importance: High






Phone: 336.373.2002 Fax: 336.373.2117

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third parties.

From: Speedling, Michael
To: Turner, Denise; Miller, Ken; Young, Rashad
I've been told relocation is not an option. State law prohibits tranquilizing or relocation. We can
only take action if the bear is threatening a citizen.



From: Miller, Ken

Ken Miller
Chief of Police
City of Greensboro
Phone: (336) 373-2450
Cell: (336) 482-1900
Fax: (336) 373-7721

Cc: CMO
Subject: Black Bear


Fact Points

in urban areas.






City of Greensboro
Phone: 336.373.2002 Fax: 336.373.2117
To: Turner, Denise; Miller, Ken; Young, Rashad
I've been told relocation is not an option. State law prohibits tranquilizing or relocation. We can
only take action if the bear is threatening a citizen.



From: Miller, Ken

Ken Miller
Chief of Police
City of Greensboro
Phone: (336) 373-2450
Cell: (336) 482-1900
Fax: (336) 373-7721

Cc: CMO
Subject: Black Bear


Fact Points

in urban areas.






City of Greensboro
Phone: 336.373.2002 Fax: 336.373.2117
To: Turner, Denise
Subject: RE: Google picked Kansas City
We hate google

Michael J. Speedling
Assistant City Manager for Public
Safety and Human Resources
Phone: 336-373-4773
Fax: 336-373-2117

Cc: CMO


Phone: 336.373.2002 Fax: 336.373.2117
To: Turner, Denise
Subject: RE: Google picked Kansas City
We hate google

Michael J. Speedling
Assistant City Manager for Public
Safety and Human Resources
Phone: 336-373-4773
Fax: 336-373-2117

Cc: CMO


Phone: 336.373.2002 Fax: 336.373.2117
To: Cornwell, Tasha
Date: Wednesday, June 01, 2011 11:06:02 AM
Mary_rakestraw@bellsouth.net

Phone: 336.373.2002 Fax: 336.373.2117
To: Danish, Julia
Subject: FW: Response to Landfill filing
Date: Wednesday, June 01, 2011 10:43:21 AM
Attachments: CityResponseLandfill_110601.pdf

Sent: Wednesday, June 01, 2011 10:41 AM
Cc: CMO
Subject: Response to Landfill filing


The attached statement is being released shortly from the City Manager to the media in response
to the landfill related court filings. We don’t anticipate any other media response beyond this.
Please let me know if you have any questions. Denise

City of Greensboro
Phone: 336.373.2002 Fax: 336.373.2117

To: Bill Knight
Thanks Mayor, I will ensure Mr. Martin receives your response. I will also check to determine how
Sharon manages your e-mail. I believe she receives your city e-mails as well. I believe the intent is for
her to give you e-mails that need action.
Bill Knight <wknight@triad.rr.com> wrote:
December 1, 2009.
BK
Cc: Young, Rashad
to present.
e-mails.

Thanks,
Denise
Name: Jeff Martin
Greetings:
them.

Thank you.
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parties.
is nearby.


in the economy.
To: Miller, Ken
We are getting multiple e-mails from Council and Susan Danielsen has received a request from Fox
8 for an interview as well.

From: Miller, Ken
To: Turner, Denise

Before we trouble them, let's see what happens through tomorrow. Dwight said it has been quiet
on the bear front today.
Ken Miller
Chief of Police
City of Greensboro
Phone: (336) 373-2450
Cell: (336) 482-1900
Fax: (336) 373-7721

help.


Ken Miller
Chief of Police
City of Greensboro
Phone: (336) 373-2450
Cell: (336) 482-1900
Fax: (336) 373-7721

From: Miller, Ken

Ken Miller
Chief of Police
City of Greensboro
Phone: (336) 373-2450
Cell: (336) 482-1900
Fax: (336) 373-7721

Cc: CMO
Subject: Black Bear


Fact Points

in urban areas.






City of Greensboro
Phone: 336.373.2002 Fax: 336.373.2117
To: Harris, Barbara
Subject: Fwd: Energy Grant- Community Comments

Date: May 23, 2011 4:56:17 PM EDT
To: "Bellamy-Small, T. Dianne" <Dianne.Bellamy-Small@greensboro-
nc.gov>, Danny Thompson <dannythompson@triad.rr.com>, Jim Kee
<jimkee2009@yahoo.com>, "mary_rakestraw@bellsouth.net"
<mary_rakestraw@bellsouth.net>, "Vaughan, Nancy"
<nvaughan@triad.rr.com>, "Perkins, Robbie" <rperkins@naipt.com>,
"Wade, Trudy" <twade2@triad.rr.com>, "'wknight@triad.rr.com'"
<wknight@triad.rr.com>, "'ZMatheny@bellpartnersinc.com'"
Subject: Energy Grant- Community Comments
Mayor and Council Members,
You likely noticed Tuesday evening and from the Yes! Weekly article on
Wednesday that there are some in the community concerned about the
future of the energy grant from two perspectives: 1. The geographic
location extending to the entire city, beyond the original designation of
east Greensboro and 2. Concern that the community outreach aspect of
the program will be abandoned. A News and Record reporter is also
planning an article for this week, either Tuesday or Wednesday.
The group speaking on the energy grant at the Tuesday Council meeting
held a meeting/rally the previous Sunday to get support in the community
to encourage the Council to implement the grant in its original form and
to move forward.
Changes are being recommended to the grant implementation plan to

address expressed concerns by some on Council that requiring residential
property owners to take loans to participate in the program was an item
of concern. The revised implementation plan was sent to Department of
Energy last Monday. They are reviewing the changes and will provide a
ruling before the Council June 7 meeting. With the recommended
revision, 50% of the residential activity would be implemented through
direct grants targeted to low and moderate income homeowners. These
grants would fund basic energy upgrade activity that would make a home
15% more energy efficient at minimum. The other 50% residential
activity would be targeted as loans for the moderate to higher income
homeowners as well as include some loan buy-down, making loans more
accessible for those who may be less likely to qualify for loans. I will
present these changes to you at the Council meeting on June 7.
However, it is not the changes implementing the grants for low income
the community is reacting to, rather it is the first two items that are of
concern, geographic location and community outreach. I will try with the
effort below to give you background of what I understand as the
consternation:
GEOGRAPHIC LOCATION
Some members of Council suggested in October that the grant

implementation would be more fair if the grant was available across the
city. Staff requested and received written approval (via e-mail) from the
Department of Energy in October stating that the geographic change from
east Greensboro to city-wide access to grant funds would be fine. The
community is concerned that extending the grant across the city will
dilute the funds and run the risk of the funds being taken mostly by
people who could afford the energy upgrade work on their own. Tying
grant access to income level will address this concern, at least partly.
Another point of importance is DOE has now requested that the city
submit a change to its original implementation plan (called a SOPO plan -
STATEMENT OF PROJECT OBJECTIVES) to formally approve the change
in geographic location. I believe the community concerns and research
for the Yes! Weekly Article added to this redirect by DOE. Again, this
request was submitted last Monday as part of the overall changes to the
SOPO.
COMMUNITY OUTREACH
Another important aspect of the program is how we encourage and

educate Greensboro residents on the benefits of being more
environmentally friendly, not only to participate in the program but to
change habits as it relates to the environment. The implementation plan
from the City proposes this occur on a neighborhood basis, engaging
community groups, neighborhood associations and others to participate
in this community outreach/education. This format has been very
successful in other cities, including Durham. This type of outreach would
be one of the numerous strategies used for informing people about the
program and encouraging participation.

The community representatives that spoke Tuesday evening are under

the belief that Council does not support community outreach in this
program and plans to change this aspect of the implementation plan.
They base this on comments made by some Councilmembers in
November that touch on outreach but I do not believe the comments
spoke against outreach as an aspect of the program. The changes to the
SOPO (implementation plan) submitted to DOE last week does not
recommend any changes to the outreach of the program.
I will let you know once a response is received from DOE and plan the
June 7 presentation to Council accordingly. I do expect there to be
continued focus on these two topics.

City of Greensboro
Phone: 336.373.2002 Fax: 336.373.2117
To: Harris, Barbara
Subject: Fwd: Energy Grant- Community Comments

Date: May 23, 2011 4:56:17 PM EDT
Subject: Energy Grant- Community Comments
Mayor and Council Members,
You likely noticed Tuesday evening and from the Yes! Weekly article on
Wednesday that there are some in the community concerned about the
future of the energy grant from two perspectives: 1. The geographic
location extending to the entire city, beyond the original designation of
east Greensboro and 2. Concern that the community outreach aspect of
the program will be abandoned. A News and Record reporter is also
planning an article for this week, either Tuesday or Wednesday.
The group speaking on the energy grant at the Tuesday Council meeting
held a meeting/rally the previous Sunday to get support in the community
to encourage the Council to implement the grant in its original form and
to move forward.
Changes are being recommended to the grant implementation plan to

address expressed concerns by some on Council that requiring residential
property owners to take loans to participate in the program was an item
of concern. The revised implementation plan was sent to Department of
Energy last Monday. They are reviewing the changes and will provide a
ruling before the Council June 7 meeting. With the recommended
revision, 50% of the residential activity would be implemented through
direct grants targeted to low and moderate income homeowners. These
grants would fund basic energy upgrade activity that would make a home
15% more energy efficient at minimum. The other 50% residential
activity would be targeted as loans for the moderate to higher income
homeowners as well as include some loan buy-down, making loans more
accessible for those who may be less likely to qualify for loans. I will
present these changes to you at the Council meeting on June 7.
However, it is not the changes implementing the grants for low income
the community is reacting to, rather it is the first two items that are of
concern, geographic location and community outreach. I will try with the
effort below to give you background of what I understand as the
consternation:
GEOGRAPHIC LOCATION
Some members of Council suggested in October that the grant

implementation would be more fair if the grant was available across the
city. Staff requested and received written approval (via e-mail) from the
Department of Energy in October stating that the geographic change from
east Greensboro to city-wide access to grant funds would be fine. The
community is concerned that extending the grant across the city will
dilute the funds and run the risk of the funds being taken mostly by
people who could afford the energy upgrade work on their own. Tying
grant access to income level will address this concern, at least partly.
Another point of importance is DOE has now requested that the city
submit a change to its original implementation plan (called a SOPO plan -
STATEMENT OF PROJECT OBJECTIVES) to formally approve the change
in geographic location. I believe the community concerns and research
for the Yes! Weekly Article added to this redirect by DOE. Again, this
request was submitted last Monday as part of the overall changes to the
SOPO.
COMMUNITY OUTREACH
Another important aspect of the program is how we encourage and

educate Greensboro residents on the benefits of being more
environmentally friendly, not only to participate in the program but to
change habits as it relates to the environment. The implementation plan
from the City proposes this occur on a neighborhood basis, engaging
community groups, neighborhood associations and others to participate
in this community outreach/education. This format has been very
successful in other cities, including Durham. This type of outreach would
be one of the numerous strategies used for informing people about the
program and encouraging participation.

The community representatives that spoke Tuesday evening are under

the belief that Council does not support community outreach in this
program and plans to change this aspect of the implementation plan.
They base this on comments made by some Councilmembers in
November that touch on outreach but I do not believe the comments
spoke against outreach as an aspect of the program. The changes to the
SOPO (implementation plan) submitted to DOE last week does not
recommend any changes to the outreach of the program.
I will let you know once a response is received from DOE and plan the
June 7 presentation to Council accordingly. I do expect there to be
continued focus on these two topics.

City of Greensboro
Phone: 336.373.2002 Fax: 336.373.2117
help.
Ken Miller
Chief of Police
City of Greensboro
Phone: (336) 373-2450
Cell: (336) 482-1900
Fax: (336) 373-7721



From: Miller, Ken

Ken Miller
Chief of Police
City of Greensboro
Phone: (336) 373-2450
Cell: (336) 482-1900
Fax: (336) 373-7721
Cc: CMO
Subject: Black Bear


Fact Points

in urban areas.






City of Greensboro
Phone: 336.373.2002 Fax: 336.373.2117

From: Miller, Ken

Ken Miller
Chief of Police
City of Greensboro
Phone: (336) 373-2450
Cell: (336) 482-1900
Fax: (336) 373-7721

Cc: CMO
Subject: Black Bear


Fact Points

in urban areas.






City of Greensboro
Phone: 336.373.2002 Fax: 336.373.2117
To: Turlington, Donnie; Jutte, Mary; Gray, Donna
Subject: FW: Black Bear

To: Bellamy-Small, T. Dianne; Danny Thompson; Jim Kee; mary_rakestraw@bellsouth.net; Nancy
Barakat Vaughan (nvaughan@triad.rr.com); Robbie Perkins; Wade, Trudy; 'wknight@triad.rr.com';
Cc: CMO
Subject: Black Bear



Fact Points

in urban areas.






City of Greensboro
Phone: 336.373.2002 Fax: 336.373.2117
To: Gray, Donna
Subject: Fwd: Board Meeting
FYI.
Mary Rakestraw
Greensboro NC 27403
PH 1-336-852-8639

<John.Rothkopf@marriott.com>; Will Stevens <wstevens@qwrh.com>;
mary_rakestraw@bellsouth.net; Steve Showfety <sshowfety@kourycorp.com>;
ccolema@co.guilford.nc.us; cantey.alexander@bbandt.com;
yjohnson@onestepfurther.com; bmann@ourstate.com; jeff@kotisprop.com
Sent: Wed, May 11, 2011 2:50:22 PM
We are cancelling the Board Meeting for Thursday, May 12th .

We only had 3 people to commit and we need a quorum for the
budget presentation.

Please let me know which day works best for you! Henri will
choose based on the day that the most people are available to
attend.

Michelle
Michelle Withrow
Executive Assistant
Greensoro, NC 27407
Direct: 336-335-1564
Fax: 336-230-1183
To: Gray, Donna
Subject: Fwd: Board Meeting
FYI.
Mary Rakestraw
Greensboro NC 27403
PH 1-336-852-8639

Sent: Wed, May 11, 2011 2:50:22 PM


attend.

Michelle
Michelle Withrow
Executive Assistant
Greensoro, NC 27407
Direct: 336-335-1564
Fax: 336-230-1183
To: FRANK & MARY RAKESTRAW
Subject: Re: Board Meeting
Thanks. I'll let Donna know.
On May 12, 2011, at 10:11 AM, "FRANK & MARY RAKESTRAW"

FYI.
Mary Rakestraw
Greensboro NC 27403
PH 1-336-852-8639

Sent: Wed, May 11, 2011 2:50:22 PM


attend.
Michelle
Michelle Withrow
Executive Assistant
Greensoro, NC 27407
Direct: 336-335-1564
Fax: 336-230-1183
Subject: FW: Procedural Guidance - REVISED
Attachments: Procedural Guidance for May 3 CC Mtg.docx
Please discard the previous.

Subject: Procedural Guidance - REVISED


The attached memo is revised from earlier. Councilmember Jim Kee has notified us that he will not
be at the Council Meeting this evening but will call-in, the procedural guidance was amended to
incorporate this.

If you have any questions, please contact Rashad or Rita (373-2695).

Thanks, Denise

City of Greensboro
Phone: 336.373.2002 Fax: 336.373.2117

Subject: FW: Procedural Guidance for May 3, 2011 Council Mtg
Date: Tuesday, May 03, 2011 11:30:52 AM
Attachments: Procedural Guidance for May 3, 2011 Council Mtg.pdf
Betsey, please have copies of the attached on hand in case any Council member is looking for a
copy this evening.

Subject: Procedural Guidance for May 3, 2011 Council Mtg


Attached is a memo regarding Procedural Guidelines for the meeting this evening from the City
Attorney. Let me know if you have any trouble opening the attached or need additional
information.

City of Greensboro
Phone: 336.373.2002 Fax: 336.373.2117

To: N&R-Lehmert (E-mail)
Subject: FW: Redistricting Plans - Wade
Date: Monday, April 25, 2011 2:01:17 PM
Attachments: Plan E.pdf
Plan D Precinct Changes.pdf
Plan D Precinct Contents.pdf
Plan D Validation Results.pdf
Plan D.pdf
Plan E Precinct Changes.pdf
Plan E Precinct Contents.pdf
Plan E Validation Results.pdf

Subject: Redistricting Plans - Wade

Mayor and Members of Council,

Councilmember Wade has recommended two council redistricting plans per the attached. The
plans are labeled Plan D and Plan E. These documents are being posted to the city’s web-site and
provided to the media to satisfy public records requests. Please let me know if you have any
questions. Denise

City of Greensboro
Phone: 336.373.2002 Fax: 336.373.2117
To: CMO
Subject: Fwd: Redistricting
Attachments: Rakestraw 2.mdb.pdf
ATT00001..htm
Redistricting Agenda_4.19.11.doc
ATT00002..htm
ValidationResults.pdf
ATT00003..htm
2010DistrictAnalysisMap.pdf
ATT00004..htm
CurrentDistrictPrecinctAssignmentDetails.pdf
ATT00005..htm
PrecinctChanges.pdf
ATT00006..htm
PrecinctContents.pdf
ATT00007..htm
Sorry, I pressed send before including you.

Date: April 15, 2011 7:31:17 PM EDT
To: "Wade, Trudy" <twade2@triad.rr.com>, Bill Knight
<wknight@triad.rr.com>, "Perkins, Robbie" <rperkins@naipt.com>,
"Vaughan, Nancy" <NVaughan@triad.rr.com>, "Bellamy-Small, T.
Dianne" <Dianne.Bellamy-Small@greensboro-nc.gov>, Jim Kee
<jimkee2009@yahoo.com>, Danny Thompson
<dannythompson@triad.rr.com>, "Ms. Mary Rakestraw"
<mary_rakestraw@bellsouth.net>, Zack Matheny
<ZMatheny@bellpartnersinc.com>
Subject: Redistricting
The attached documents are the materials associated with a redistricting

plan proposal recommended by Councilmember Rakestraw. These same
items are included in the packet delivered this evening by carrier along
with the solid waste disposal information. The redistricting proposal has
been placed on the Council Agenda for next Tuesday. In addition a news
release was sent to the media and these materials were posted on the
city's web-site. There were outstanding media and public records
requests for these items. Please let me know if you encounter problems
viewing any of these items.
Denise
The message is ready to be sent with the following file or link

attachments:
Rakestraw 2.mdb.pdf
PrecinctChanges.pdf
Note: To protect against computer viruses, e-mail programs

may prevent sending or receiving certain types of file
attachments. Check your e-mail security settings to
determine how attachments are handled.
To: CMO
ATT00001..htm
ATT00002..htm
ATT00003..htm
ATT00004..htm
ATT00005..htm
PrecinctChanges.pdf
ATT00006..htm
ATT00007..htm


Denise

attachments:
Rakestraw 2.mdb.pdf
PrecinctChanges.pdf

To: CMO
ATT00001..htm
ATT00002..htm
ATT00003..htm
ATT00004..htm
ATT00005..htm
PrecinctChanges.pdf
ATT00006..htm
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Denise

attachments:
Rakestraw 2.mdb.pdf
PrecinctChanges.pdf

To: CMO
ATT00001..htm
ATT00002..htm
ATT00003..htm
ATT00004..htm
ATT00005..htm
PrecinctChanges.pdf
ATT00006..htm
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Denise

attachments:
Rakestraw 2.mdb.pdf
PrecinctChanges.pdf

To: CMO
ATT00001..htm
ATT00002..htm
ATT00003..htm
ATT00004..htm
ATT00005..htm
PrecinctChanges.pdf
ATT00006..htm
ATT00007..htm


Denise

attachments:
Rakestraw 2.mdb.pdf
PrecinctChanges.pdf

To: CMO
ATT00001..htm
ATT00002..htm
ATT00003..htm
ATT00004..htm
ATT00005..htm
PrecinctChanges.pdf
ATT00006..htm
ATT00007..htm


Denise

attachments:
Rakestraw 2.mdb.pdf
PrecinctChanges.pdf

To: CMO
ATT00001..htm
ATT00002..htm
ATT00003..htm
ATT00004..htm
ATT00005..htm
PrecinctChanges.pdf
ATT00006..htm
ATT00007..htm


Denise

attachments:
Rakestraw 2.mdb.pdf
PrecinctChanges.pdf

To: CMO
ATT00001..htm
ATT00002..htm
ATT00003..htm
ATT00004..htm
ATT00005..htm
PrecinctChanges.pdf
ATT00006..htm
ATT00007..htm


Denise

attachments:
Rakestraw 2.mdb.pdf
PrecinctChanges.pdf

To: Turlington, Donnie
Subject: FW: Message to City Employees
Date: Thursday, April 07, 2011 4:43:55 PM

From: Young, Rashad
Sent: Wednesday, April 06, 2011 1:07 PM
To: Danny Thompson (dannythompson@triad.rr.com); Bellamy-Small, T. Dianne; Jim Kee
(jimkee2009@yahoo.com); Mary Rakestraw (mary_rakestraw@bellsouth.net); Vaughan, Nancy; Perkins,
Robbie; Wade, Trudy; 'wknight@triad.rr.com'; Matheny, Zack
Cc: Turner, Denise; McCollough, Mary
Subject: Message to City Employees

Mayor and Members,

On Friday, April 8, at 9am, I am giving a presentation/speech at the Odeon Theater, located at the
Coliseum. All City of Greensboro employees have been encouraged to attend. Obviously, not all of
our employees will be to attend, do to work demands or office coverage. We have arranged for
our IT Department to stream the presentation live over CityNet. This will give access to those
individuals who can not attend the meeting. The video will also be available for replay after the
meeting.

The purpose of the meeting is for employees to hear directly from me about “where we are” and
“where we are going”. I want to talk to them about some of the positive initiatives and things we
have done to improve on our mission and talk about the stark reality of the tough choices we have
had to make given the economic climate. I also am going to take their questions at the end of my
presentation.

Let me know if you have any questions.

RY

Rashad Young
City Manager
City of Greensboro
PO Box 3136
(336) 373-2002

To: Jackson, Greg
Subject: FW: Farmer"s market RFP
Date: Wednesday, April 06, 2011 2:20:07 PM
call me please.




proposals per direction from the referenced Councilmembers. Staff is contacting these individuals
to bring them into the process.

Jeanie Duncan
Andrea Neese

City of Greensboro
Phone: 336.373.2002 Fax: 336.373.2117
To: CMO
Subject: Fwd: South Elm Street Redevelopment Project
Date: Tuesday, April 05, 2011 12:48:40 PM
FYI-

To: Bill Knight <wknight@triad.rr.com>, "Vaughan, Nancy"
<NVaughan@triad.rr.com>, Jim Kee <jimkee2009@yahoo.com>, Danny
Thompson <dannythompson@triad.rr.com>, "Perkins, Robbie"
<rperkins@naipt.com>, "Ms. Mary Rakestraw"
<mary_rakestraw@bellsouth.net>, "Bellamy-Small, T. Dianne"
<Dianne.Bellamy-Small@greensboro-nc.gov>, "Wade, Trudy"
<twade2@triad.rr.com>, Zack Matheny
Subject: South Elm Street Redevelopment Project
The News and Record and the Business Journal has requested copies of
the proposals for the South Elm Street Redevelopment Project. The
responses will be posted on the city's web-site by the end of the day
today to accommodate the requests. The Clerk also has a full-set of the
copies if you would like a copy for yourself.
Denise
To: CMO
FYI-

Denise
To: CMO
FYI-

Denise
To: CMO
FYI-

Denise
To: CMO
FYI-

Denise
To: CMO
FYI-

Denise
To: FRANK & MARY RAKESTRAW
Thanks.
On Apr 1, 2011, at 9:16 AM, "FRANK & MARY RAKESTRAW"

Here is one.

Mary Rakestraw
Greensboro NC 27403
PH 1-336-852-8639

Mayor Knight,


more complicated.


Judy Stalder

jstalder@TREBIC.org

(Offfice) (336) 855-1453
(Fax) (336) 458-0370
www.TREBIC.org


<Proposed Offsite Real Estate Signs Text Amendment.docx>

To: Briggs, Cindy
Subject: Fwd: GSO Offsite Real Estate Signs
Attachments: Proposed Offsite Real Estate Signs Text Amendment.docx
ATT00001..htm
Hold for the phillips PIRT
From: FRANK & MARY RAKESTRAW <mary_rakestraw@bellsouth.net>

Date: April 1, 2011 9:16:04 AM EDT
To: "Turner, Denise" <Denise.Turner@greensboro-nc.gov>
Subject: Fw: GSO Offsite Real Estate Signs
Reply-To: FRANK & MARY RAKESTRAW
<mary_rakestraw@bellsouth.net>
Here is one.

Mary Rakestraw
Greensboro NC 27403
PH 1-336-852-8639

Mayor Knight,


more complicated.


Judy Stalder

jstalder@TREBIC.org

(Offfice) (336) 855-1453
(Fax) (336) 458-0370
www.TREBIC.org


To: Briggs, Cindy
Subject: FW: City Council e-mails
Date: Thursday, March 31, 2011 4:34:23 PM

Subject: City Council e-mails

We have received a public records request for all City Council e-mails from March 2010 – March
2011 regarding the White Street Landfill from Marikay Abuzuaiter. The IT Department is running a
scan on your City of Greensboro e-mail accounts. These e-mails will be evaluated by legal to ensure
the information is public record prior to being released. Please check your personal e-mail
accounts and forward me any relevant e-mails at your earliest convenience.

Phone: 336.373.2002 Fax: 336.373.2117
To: mrdannythompson@gmail.com
Subject: Re: Google picked Kansas City
And thanks for your effort!
"mrdannythompson@gmail.com" <mrdannythompson@gmail.com> wrote:
Thanks for the heads up Denise - and thank you for working on this - it was a valiant
effort.
Danny

Date: Wed, 30 Mar 2011 13:28:44 -0400


Phone: 336.373.2002 Fax: 336.373.2117
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third parties.
To: Briggs, Cindy
Subject: FW: Public Records Request

From: Bill Knight [mailto:wknight@triad.rr.com]
To: Turner, Denise



Cc: CMO



City of Greensboro
Phone: 336.373.2002 Fax: 336.373.2117

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third parties.

To: Briggs, Cindy

From: Bill Knight [mailto:wknight@triad.rr.com]
To: Turner, Denise



Cc: CMO



City of Greensboro
Phone: 336.373.2002 Fax: 336.373.2117

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third parties.

To: "mrdannythompson@gmail.com"
Thanks.

To: Turner, Denise

Denise,
mentioned.
Danny Thompson

Date: Wed, 30 Mar 2011 12:27:38 -0400
Vaughan,Nancy<NVaughan@triad.rr.com>; Perkins, Robbie<rperkins@naipt.com>; Wade,



City of Greensboro
Phone: 336.373.2002 Fax: 336.373.2117

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third parties.

To: Briggs, Cindy
I will send these to you as I receive them, please keep track and attach to the case.

To: Turner, Denise

Denise,
mentioned.
Danny Thompson

Date: Wed, 30 Mar 2011 12:27:38 -0400



City of Greensboro
Phone: 336.373.2002 Fax: 336.373.2117

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third parties.

To: Briggs, Cindy
I will send these to you as I receive them, please keep track and attach to the case.

To: Turner, Denise

Denise,
mentioned.
Danny Thompson

Date: Wed, 30 Mar 2011 12:27:38 -0400



City of Greensboro
Phone: 336.373.2002 Fax: 336.373.2117

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third parties.

To: Bellamy-Small, T. Dianne; "Danny Thompson"; "Jim Kee"; "mary_rakestraw@bellsouth.net"; Vaughan, Nancy;
Perkins, Robbie; Wade, Trudy; "wknight@triad.rr.com"; "ZMatheny@bellpartnersinc.com"
Cc: CMO
Date: Wednesday, March 30, 2011 10:27:49 AM
I apologize, Councilmember Matheny also reported in opposition to the bill.

Sent: Wednesday, March 30, 2011 10:20 AM
Cc: CMO
Importance: High

Based on the feedback I have received, I am going to inform the Guilford Delegation that the City
of Greensboro does not have a position in support or opposition to the legislation at this time.
Please contact me if you have any concerns. The NC Senate Transportation Committee will take
this item up today at 11:00 am. I will share with you the outcome and the expected next steps of
the legislation once determined. You will have an opportunity to weigh-in again prior to the full NC
Senate vote on this legislation.

Council Feedback:

Support
Councilmember Thompson

Oppose
Mayor Pro Temp Vaughan
Councilmember Perkins
Councilmember Kee

Reserving input
Mayor Knight

No Response
Councilmember Wade
Councilmember Rakestraw
Councilmember Bellamy-Small

Phone: 336.373.2002 Fax: 336.373.2117
Cc: CMO

Cc: CMO
Importance: High


Council Feedback:

Support

Oppose
Councilmember Kee

Reserving input
Mayor Knight

No Response
Councilmember Wade

Phone: 336.373.2002 Fax: 336.373.2117
Cc: CMO

Cc: CMO
Importance: High


Council Feedback:

Support

Oppose
Councilmember Kee

Reserving input
Mayor Knight

No Response
Councilmember Wade

Phone: 336.373.2002 Fax: 336.373.2117
Cc: CMO

Cc: CMO
Importance: High


Council Feedback:

Support

Oppose
Councilmember Kee

Reserving input
Mayor Knight

No Response
Councilmember Wade

Phone: 336.373.2002 Fax: 336.373.2117
Cc: CMO

Cc: CMO
Importance: High


Council Feedback:

Support

Oppose
Councilmember Kee

Reserving input
Mayor Knight

No Response
Councilmember Wade

Phone: 336.373.2002 Fax: 336.373.2117
Cc: CMO

Cc: CMO
Importance: High


Council Feedback:

Support

Oppose
Councilmember Kee

Reserving input
Mayor Knight

No Response
Councilmember Wade

Phone: 336.373.2002 Fax: 336.373.2117
Cc: CMO

Cc: CMO
Importance: High


Council Feedback:

Support

Oppose
Councilmember Kee

Reserving input
Mayor Knight

No Response
Councilmember Wade

Phone: 336.373.2002 Fax: 336.373.2117
Cc: CMO

Cc: CMO
Importance: High


Council Feedback:

Support

Oppose
Councilmember Kee

Reserving input
Mayor Knight

No Response
Councilmember Wade

Phone: 336.373.2002 Fax: 336.373.2117
To: Zack Matheny
This is the Mayor's first position.
Zack Matheny <ZMatheny@bellpartnersinc.com> wrote:
Who sent this?
Sent from my iPhone

Please disregard any typos
On Mar 29, 2011, at 9:01 PM, "Turner, Denise" <Denise.Turner@greensboro-nc.gov> wrote:


Cc: CMO
Importance: High


Senate Transportation last week. The Metro Mayors expressed strong concerns about the
bill in Committee. I have attached background documents from the Metro Mayors which
was provided to the committee. Sen. Brown (the original bill author) has agreed to convene
a group to negotiate changes to the bill.



2) we do not address directly how much vegetation cutting is permitted to maintain
visibility of the billboards along highways. However, we do have Scenic Corridor Overlay
Districts (SCOD) on the Urban Loop, specifically designed to maintain natural vegetation
along the major new gateway highway to the community. This proposed bill's expanded
cutting provisions would appear to violate the specifics and goals of the SCOD.
overruling local government. If they start with billboard/sign regulations dictated by the
state, do they then move into other zoning limitations? This is an area of concern for
Greensboro and all other local government.

Phone: 336.373.2002 Fax: 336.373.2117

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third parties.

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third parties.
To: Zack Matheny
From Nancy
Zack Matheny <ZMatheny@bellpartnersinc.com> wrote:
Who sent this response?
Sent from my iPhone

I strongly object to this legislation. This is another example of the State inserting
itself into our (the City’s) business.

Cc: CMO
Importance: High

We have been asked for the city’s position by our State Senators and the NC
Metropolitan Mayors on a current state bill known as the “Billboard Bill” (S183 – see
attached). I would appreciate your input by the end of the day tomorrow
(Tuesday), which would allow enough time for us to contact the
delegation. The bill is scheduled for a Transportation Committee meeting this
Wednesday, March 30. The bill would override community regulations regarding the
location and appearance of digital billboards, and dramatically expand the area
where public trees can be cleared along roadways. The bill was heard in Senate
Transportation last week. The Metro Mayors expressed strong concerns about the
bill in Committee. I have attached background documents from the Metro Mayors
which was provided to the committee. Sen. Brown (the original bill author) has
agreed to convene a group to negotiate changes to the bill.

The City of Greensboro’s staff points out the following concerns with the
bill:
1) we already allow in our LDO electronic billboards, with a change of copy
permitted no more than every 8 seconds (consistent with the bill).
2) we do not address directly how much vegetation cutting is permitted to

maintain visibility of the billboards along highways. However, we do have Scenic
Corridor Overlay Districts (SCOD) on the Urban Loop, specifically designed to
maintain natural vegetation along the major new gateway highway to the
community. This proposed bill's expanded cutting provisions would appear to
violate the specifics and goals of the SCOD.
3) the broader issue here is the state stepping in on traditional local land use
matters and overruling local government. If they start with billboard/sign
regulations dictated by the state, do they then move into other zoning limitations?
This is an area of concern for Greensboro and all other local government.

Phone: 336.373.2002 Fax: 336.373.2117
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third parties.
To: Zack Matheny
Subject: Fwd: Billboard Legislation -- Proponent Information
From Mayor:


Cc: CMO
Importance: High




City of Greensboro
Phone: 336.373.2002 Fax: 336.373.2117

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third parties.

To: Zack Matheny
Subject: Fwd: Billboard Legislation
City’s) business.

Cc: CMO
Importance: High






Phone: 336.373.2002 Fax: 336.373.2117

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third parties.

To: Zack Matheny


Cc: CMO
Importance: High






Phone: 336.373.2002 Fax: 336.373.2117

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third parties.

To: Zack Matheny
I oppose this bill.

From: Nancy Vaughan <NVaughan@triad.rr.com>
To: "Turner, Denise" <Denise.Turner@greensboro-nc.gov>; "Bellamy-Small, T. Dianne"
<Dianne.Bellamy-Small@greensboro-nc.gov>; Danny Thompson <dannythompson@triad.rr.com>; Jim
Kee <jimkee2009@yahoo.com>; mary_rakestraw@bellsouth.net; "Perkins, Robbie"
<rperkins@naipt.com>; "Wade, Trudy" <twade2@triad.rr.com>; wknight@triad.rr.com;
Sent: Tue, March 29, 2011 1:24:20 PM
I strongly object to this legislation. This is another example of the State inserting itself into our
(the City’s) business.

To: Bellamy-Small, T. Dianne; Danny Thompson; Jim Kee; mary_rakestraw@bellsouth.net; Vaughan, Nancy;
Perkins, Robbie; Wade, Trudy; 'wknight@triad.rr.com'; 'ZMatheny@bellpartnersinc.com'
Cc: CMO
Importance: High






Phone: 336.373.2002 Fax: 336.373.2117

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third parties.

To: Zack Matheny


Cc: 'CMO'

Danny

Date: Tue, 29 Mar 2011 18:41:16 -0400



Regards,
Nancy

Cc: 'CMO'

Denise,
position.
Association
Danny Thompson

Cc: CMO
Importance: High




City of Greensboro
Phone: 336.373.2002 Fax: 336.373.2117

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third parties.

To: Zack Matheny
Danny

Date: Tue, 29 Mar 2011 18:41:16 -0400


Regards,
Nancy

Cc: 'CMO'

Denise,
position.
Association
Danny Thompson

Cc: CMO
Importance: High




City of Greensboro
Phone: 336.373.2002 Fax: 336.373.2117

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third parties.

To: Zack Matheny


Regards,
Nancy

Cc: 'CMO'

Denise,
position.
Association
Danny Thompson

Cc: CMO
Importance: High




City of Greensboro
Phone: 336.373.2002 Fax: 336.373.2117

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third parties.

To: Zack Matheny


Cc: CMO
Importance: High




City of Greensboro
Phone: 336.373.2002 Fax: 336.373.2117

=======================================================
third parties.

To: Zack Matheny
Denise,
position.
Association
Danny Thompson

Cc: CMO
Importance: High




City of Greensboro
Phone: 336.373.2002 Fax: 336.373.2117

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third parties.

To: Zack Matheny
Subject: Fwd: city attorney
Attachments: CityAttorney_1110.docx
ATT00001..htm

Date: March 29, 2011 12:16:41 PM EDT
Subject: FW: city attorney
FYI – the following was sent to Sheeka Strickland, reporter with Fox 8 News, as a
follow-up to an e-mail from Monday. I wanted to ensure you have this information as
she may call you as well. Denise

To: 'Strickland, Sheeka'
Subject: RE: city attorney
Sheeka, the following is in response to your questions. Let me know if

you need additional information. Denise
Julia Danish Salary: $173,500 – Base Pay
$ 6,000 – Executive Compensation
$ 179,500 – Total Compensation

Hiring Process:
Mrs. McNeil-Danish was selected as part of a national competitive search

process. She has an extensive background in the practice of law in a
career that has expanded for over 21 years. Please see the attached
press release issued in November 2010 for additional information.
In regards to the legal allowance to serve in this role, the North Carolina
Supreme Court has held that any employee of a corporation may provide
legal advice to the corporation and prepare legal documents for the
corporation on matters in which the corporation is a party[1]. This
includes an attorney who is licensed in a state other than North Carolina.
The City of Greensboro is such a corporation and corporate general
counsels are often not licensed to practice law in the corporation’s home
state. However, an out of state lawyer may not represent the corporation
in court proceedings. Finally, the out of state lawyer must clearly indicate
in any public communication that he or she is not licensed to practice law
in North Carolina and specify in what state he or she is licensed to
practice law. In all of her external written communications, Mrs. McNeil-
Danish has complied with this requirement.

From: Strickland, Sheeka [mailto:Sheeka.Strickland@wghp.com]

To: Turner, Denise
Subject: city attorney

Hi Denise!
I hope you're well. I'm wondering if you can find some information for me. I'd like to
know what Julia Danish's salary is, and what kind of process she went through in order to
get hired.
Also, the NC State Bar Association says they can't find any information for her being
licensed to practice in North Carolina. Can you give me some guidance about how she
would act as a city attorney if she's not licensed? I saw in the press release sent out when
she was hired that, "Young has provided Danish with 2 years in which to sit for the NC
State bar," but how does that work?
Thanks for your help!
Sheeka Strickland
Reporter/Anchor
Fox8 News, WGHP
336-821-1195
sheeka.strickland@wghp.com
Follow me on Twitter! Fox8Sheeka
[1] State v. Pledger, 257 N.C. 634 (1962).

To: Zack Matheny
Attachments: outdoor-1.pdf
ATT00001..htm
Let me know if you get this.

nc.gov>, "Danny Thompson" <dannythompson@triad.rr.com>, "Jim Kee"
<mary_rakestraw@bellsouth.net>, "Nancy Barakat Vaughan
(nvaughan@triad.rr.com)" <nvaughan@triad.rr.com>, "Robbie Perkins"
<rperkins@naipt.com>, "Wade, Trudy" <twade2@triad.rr.com>,
"'wknight@triad.rr.com'" <wknight@triad.rr.com>,
"'ZMatheny@bellpartnersinc.com'" <'ZMatheny@bellpartnersinc.com'>
Cc: "CMO" <CMO@greensboro-nc.gov>
Mayor and Members of Council – I was asked for additional information

regarding this legislation. For clarification, the State Senators that
contacted us for the City of Greensboro’s position were Sens. Gladys
Robinson and Don Vaughan. The attached handouts are from billboard
bill proponents. They explain the purpose of this legislation is to address
vegetation growth around billboards that act as a barrier to advertising.
They also discuss the job creation and retention associated with the
outdoor advertising industry, as well as the financial contribution the
industry makes to non-profits and the state.
The Committee will meet tomorrow, Wednesday, at 11am. Please let me

know your position if you have not as of yet before the end of the day
today.

City of Greensboro
Phone: 336.373.2002 Fax: 336.373.2117
http://www.greensboro-nc.gov<http://www.greensboro-nc.gov/>
To: "Zack Matheny"
Subject: RE: Sunshine Legislation - IMMEDIATE ATTENTION NEEDED
Attachments: image001.png
Zack, I think the biggest change Council would see is having to more proactively evaluate your
minutes from closed session and decide whether to release any part of them or keep them closed.
As for the minutes from Council meetings, we already make those available on-line therefore that
portion of the bill would not impact us greatly. I have asked for clarification that what we currently
post on the city’s web-site would suffice and that they are not looking for us to create a whole
separate web-site just for minutes which I can’t imagine they would. If that is the case, I think the
closed session piece is the only arduous piece for Council.

To: Turner, Denise

Cliff notes version - please

Zack Matheny
Director

Bell Partners Inc.
phone 336.232.1978 | fax 336.232.4978

Nancy; Perkins, Robbie; Wade, Trudy; 'wknight@triad.rr.com'; Zack Matheny
Cc: Young, Rashad; Danish, Julia; Carruthers, Tom
Subject: Sunshine Legislation - IMMEDIATE ATTENTION NEEDED

Senator Vaughan’s office forwarded the attached draft legislation today regarding changes to
providing minutes from public meetings and closed session meetings. Primarily the changes set
parameters regarding when and how the minutes must be made available in the future. They are
seeking feedback from the City regarding these change by the end of business today. Please review
the attached and let me know your opinion at your earliest convenience. Denise

City of Greensboro
Phone: 336.373.2002 Fax: 336.373.2117

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third parties.

Sorry Betsey, this is the wrong topic, I am looking for the broadband resolution Council passed last
year.

To: Turner, Denise

Here you go.

City Clerk's Office
City of Greensboro
Phone: 336-373-2397 Fax: 336.574-4003





To: Turner, Denise


Zack Matheny
Director

Bell Partners Inc.
phone 336.232.1978 | fax 336.232.4978

To: Zack Matheny
Subject: Resolution

Sorry Betsey, this is the wrong topic, I am looking for the broadband resolution Council passed last
year.

To: Turner, Denise

Here you go.

City Clerk's Office
City of Greensboro
Phone: 336-373-2397 Fax: 336.574-4003





To: Turner, Denise


Zack Matheny
Director

Bell Partners Inc.
phone 336.232.1978 | fax 336.232.4978

To: Zack Matheny
Subject: Resolution

Thanks.

To: Turner, Denise

Here you go.

City Clerk's Office
City of Greensboro
Phone: 336-373-2397 Fax: 336.574-4003





To: Turner, Denise


Zack Matheny
Director

Bell Partners Inc.
phone 336.232.1978 | fax 336.232.4978

To: Zack Matheny
Subject: Resolution

Thanks.

To: Turner, Denise

Here you go.

City Clerk's Office
City of Greensboro
Phone: 336-373-2397 Fax: 336.574-4003





To: Turner, Denise


Zack Matheny
Director

Bell Partners Inc.
phone 336.232.1978 | fax 336.232.4978

To: Zack Matheny
Subject: Resolution

Betsey, could you forward me this resolution from last year. I want to update it for Councilmember
Vaughan. Thanks.


Sounds good. I am talking with my colleagues later today to get an update on some of the lobbying
efforts taking place from other cities as well on this issue. Nancy, I’ll have the resolution prepared
a long with some talking points for you to reference tomorrow evening. Thank you both!

To: Turner, Denise

I think it would be wise to have Nancy read the resolution as she supported it last year and
Senator Vaughn worked hard on it at the state level.

Zack Matheny
Director

Bell Partners Inc.
phone 336.232.1978 | fax 336.232.4978

To: Zack Matheny
Cc: 'Young, Rashad'; bill.knight@greensboro-nc.gov; 'Perkins, Robbie'; 'Danny Thompson'; 'Bellamy-
Small, T. Dianne'; 'Jim Kee'; mary_rakestraw@bellsouth.net; 'Wade, Trudy'; amanda.lehmert@news-
record.com; richard.barron@news-record.com; john@rhinotimes.net
Subject: Resolution

Zack, just read today’s article by Richard Barron in the N&R. Last year, at my request, we passed a
similar resolution and delivered it to our Delegation. I agree that it would be good to reaffirm, and
possibly expand upon my original resolution. Last year, as our Senator, Don worked very hard to
protect Greensboro’s interests against “big cable”.
To: Young, Rashad
FYI.



To: Turner, Denise


Zack Matheny
Director

Bell Partners Inc.
phone 336.232.1978 | fax 336.232.4978

To: Zack Matheny
Subject: Resolution

To: "Zack Matheny"; Vaughan, Nancy

To: Turner, Denise


Zack Matheny
Director

Bell Partners Inc.
phone 336.232.1978 | fax 336.232.4978

To: Zack Matheny
Subject: Resolution

To: Rhino-John Hammer (E-mail)
Subject: FW: Meeting with Friends of the Market.docx
Sorry John, I meant to send this to you yesterday.

To: Jackson, Greg; Maxson, Dan
Oooppss!

To: 'mrdannythompson@gmail.com'

Sorry – thanks!

To: Turner, Denise

Royal

Date: Mon, 7 Mar 2011 14:47:52 -0500
nc.gov>




Jeanie Duncan
Andrea Neese

City of Greensboro
Phone: 336.373.2002 Fax: 336.373.2117

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third parties.

To: Jackson, Greg; Maxson, Dan
Oooppss!

To: 'mrdannythompson@gmail.com'

Sorry – thanks!

To: Turner, Denise

Royal

Date: Mon, 7 Mar 2011 14:47:52 -0500
nc.gov>




Jeanie Duncan
Andrea Neese

City of Greensboro
Phone: 336.373.2002 Fax: 336.373.2117

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third parties.

To: "mrdannythompson@gmail.com"
Subject: RE: Farmer"s market RFP
Sorry – thanks!

To: Turner, Denise

Royal

Date: Mon, 7 Mar 2011 14:47:52 -0500
nc.gov>




Jeanie Duncan
Andrea Neese

City of Greensboro
Phone: 336.373.2002 Fax: 336.373.2117

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third parties.

To: Maxson, Dan
Cc: Jackson, Greg
Forgot to include number: Jay Rowal 288-1347

To: Maxson, Dan
Cc: Jackson, Greg
Subject: FW: Farmer's market RFP

Dan, please inform the respondents of the one additional.





Jeanie Duncan
Andrea Neese

City of Greensboro
Phone: 336.373.2002 Fax: 336.373.2117
To: Maxson, Dan
Cc: Jackson, Greg
Forgot to include number: Jay Rowal 288-1347

To: Maxson, Dan
Cc: Jackson, Greg
Subject: FW: Farmer's market RFP






Jeanie Duncan
Andrea Neese

City of Greensboro
Phone: 336.373.2002 Fax: 336.373.2117
To: Maxson, Dan
Cc: Jackson, Greg





Jeanie Duncan
Andrea Neese

City of Greensboro
Phone: 336.373.2002 Fax: 336.373.2117
To: Maxson, Dan
Cc: Jackson, Greg





Jeanie Duncan
Andrea Neese

City of Greensboro
Phone: 336.373.2002 Fax: 336.373.2117



Jeanie Duncan
Andrea Neese

City of Greensboro
Phone: 336.373.2002 Fax: 336.373.2117



Jeanie Duncan
Andrea Neese

City of Greensboro
Phone: 336.373.2002 Fax: 336.373.2117



Jeanie Duncan
Andrea Neese

City of Greensboro
Phone: 336.373.2002 Fax: 336.373.2117



Jeanie Duncan
Andrea Neese

City of Greensboro
Phone: 336.373.2002 Fax: 336.373.2117



Jeanie Duncan
Andrea Neese

City of Greensboro
Phone: 336.373.2002 Fax: 336.373.2117



Jeanie Duncan
Andrea Neese

City of Greensboro
Phone: 336.373.2002 Fax: 336.373.2117



Jeanie Duncan
Andrea Neese

City of Greensboro
Phone: 336.373.2002 Fax: 336.373.2117
From: Vaughan, Nancy
To: Perkins, Robbie
Cc: Turner, Denise; Zack Matheny; Young, Rashad; Carole Perkins (cpguilford@aol.com)
The Bear now has a Facebook page "Greensboro Bear". I understand that our
options are limited but he/she is causing a huge disruption.
On May 25, 2011, at 4:07 PM, Robbie Perkins <RPerkins@naipt.com> wrote:
I know rules are rules but my wife’s comments make sense. The amount of resources
we are spending on Yogi is incredible. Time for some common sense. We are going to
look really dumb when the bear gets hit by a car on Battleground.
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President

Suite 601
Greensboro NC 27401
www.naipt.com
tel 336 358 3219

fax 336 373 0260
rperkins@naipt.com
<image003.gif>Click Here To Sign Up For Our Email List
NAI Global is one of the world's leading providers of commercial real estate services.
NAI manages a network with 5,000 professionals and 350 offices in 55+ countries
worldwide. We bring together people and resources wherever needed to deliver
outstanding results for our clients and complete over $45 billion in transactions annually.
Our clients come to us for our deep local knowledge. They build their businesses on the
power of our global managed network. Building on the power of our network.
Per NC Real Estate Law, we ask you to review "Working with Real Estate Agents", or if
this is a lease transaction, "Working with Real Estate Agents ([Lease
Transaction]". After you have reviewed the applicable publication, please schedule a
meeting with us to discuss the contents of the publication.
From: CPGuilford@aol.com [mailto:CPGuilford@aol.com]

To: Robbie Perkins
Subject: Re: FW: Black Bear

Okay, so fill a tractor trailer with bear friendly food. Attach a ramp. The bear climbs into
the truck. Shut the door. Get the bear out of Kirkwood. Done. Need some honey?
In a message dated 5/25/2011 3:56:00 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time, RPerkins@naipt.com

writes:
FYI
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President

Suite 601
Greensboro NC 27401
www.naipt.com
tel 336 358 3219

fax 336 373 0260
rperkins@naipt.com
<image003.gif>Click Here To Sign Up For Our Email List
NAI Global is one of the world's leading providers of commercial real estate
services. NAI manages a network with 5,000 professionals and 350 offices
in 55+ countries worldwide. We bring together people and resources wherever
needed to deliver outstanding results for our clients and complete over $45
billion in transactions annually. Our clients come to us for our deep local
knowledge. They build their businesses on the power of our global managed
network. Building on the power of our network.
Per NC Real Estate Law, we ask you to review "Working with Real

Estate Agents", or if this is a lease transaction, "Working with Real
Estate Agents ([Lease Transaction]". After you have reviewed the
applicable publication, please schedule a meeting with us to
discuss the contents of the publication.

To: Bellamy-Small, T. Dianne; Danny Thompson; Jim Kee;
mary_rakestraw@bellsouth.net; Vaughan, Nancy; Robbie Perkins; Wade, Trudy;
'wknight@triad.rr.com'; 'ZMatheny@bellpartnersinc.com'
Cc: CMO
Subject: Black Bear
You are maybe receiving questions regarding the black bear, as

we have in the office. Below are fact points regarding this
situation to assist in responding to inquiries.
Fact Points
· NC General Statutes charge the NC Wildlife Resource Commission with

stewardship of all wildlife resources. As such, this agency has primary
jurisdiction to resolve reports of black bears in urban areas.
· The Greensboro Police Department cannot interfere unless the bear is
threatening a citizen.
· To support The Wildlife Commission’s policy, police may cordon an area as
a public safety measure in case the bear becomes agitated.

· Wildlife employees will not trap and relocate bears. They believe this would
relocate the problem, rather than solve it.
· The Commission urges people to modify their behaviors to discourage

bears from entering or staying in populated areas.
Please let me know if you have any additional questions. Thanks,

Denise

City of Greensboro
Phone: 336.373.2002 Fax: 336.373.2117
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Please note that email sent to and from this
address is subject
to the North Carolina Public Records Law and may
be disclosed to third parties.
=
Cc: CMO


Cc: 'CMO'

Danny

Date: Tue, 29 Mar 2011 18:41:16 -0400



Regards,
Nancy

Cc: 'CMO'

Denise,
position.
Association
Danny Thompson

Cc: CMO
Importance: High




City of Greensboro
Phone: 336.373.2002 Fax: 336.373.2117

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third parties.

Cc: CMO


Regards,
Nancy

Cc: 'CMO'

Denise,
position.
Association
Danny Thompson

Cc: CMO
Importance: High




City of Greensboro
Phone: 336.373.2002 Fax: 336.373.2117

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third parties.

Cc: CMO
City’s) business.

Cc: CMO
Importance: High






Phone: 336.373.2002 Fax: 336.373.2117

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third parties.

From: Young, Rashad
To: Young, Rashad; "Danny Thompson (dannythompson@triad.rr.com)"; Bellamy-Small, T. Dianne; "Jim Kee
(jimkee2009@yahoo.com)"; "Mary Rakestraw (mary_rakestraw@bellsouth.net)"; Vaughan, Nancy; Perkins,
Robbie; Wade, Trudy; "wknight@triad.rr.com"; Matheny, Zack
Subject: RE: Amanda Lehmert discussion
Mayor and Members,

I forgot to mention one additional point of conversation with Amanda, she asked me if the Council
members were aware of the fact that Rita was licensed in Ohio and not NC. I told Amanda that I
told the City Council members about the licensure issues and what the law says about how she can
practice in this state.

RY

Rashad Young
City Manager
City of Greensboro
PO Box 3136
(336) 373-2002

From: Young, Rashad
To: Danny Thompson (dannythompson@triad.rr.com); Dianne Bellamy-Small
(Bellamy.Small@greensboro-nc.gov); Jim Kee (jimkee2009@yahoo.com); Mary Rakestraw
(mary_rakestraw@bellsouth.net); Nancy Vaughan (NVaughan@triad.rr.com); Robbie Perkins; Trudy
Wade (twade2@triad.rr.com); 'wknight@triad.rr.com'; Zack Matheny (zackmatheny@gmail.com)
Subject: Amanda Lehmert discussion

Mayor and Members,

Amanda L from the N&R called to ask for my comments related to the local bill that just passed the
house related to the City Attorney and particularly the amendment from the committee that was
removed that would have delayed the implementation until December. I was asked why the
Council would want this authority immediately as opposed to waiting to have the authority in
December and what this meant with respect to the current City Attorney. I told her I could not
speak for the Council with respect to why the Council requested to remove the amendment placed
on the bill for delayed implementation nor could I speak to the Council’s overall intent and that she
would have to pose that question to the members of Council directly. I told her that no one from
Council had discussed this issue, the amendment offered by Rep Adams or their displeasure with it
or their intent with the new authority over the City Attorney, with me.

RY

Rashad Young
City Manager
City of Greensboro
PO Box 3136
(336) 373-2002

From: Young, Rashad
To: Matheny, Zack
Cc: Danish, Julia; Turner, Denise; Speedling, Michael
Date: Saturday, March 19, 2011 10:27:41 AM
Zack,
name spelled incorrectly. This is why obviously you didn't get the email. I'm not sure
yet how that happened and I apologize. Also, I agree we could have reached out
with a phone call as an extra measure of communication.
As for the release itself I appreciate your frustration however this document even in
draft form meets no test of exclusion from the public records statutes. We were an
are required to release such things even as drafts. Again, I apologize for my staffs
oversight in how this was communicated.
Rashad
Sent from my iPhone

"'dannythompson@triad.rr.com'" <dannythompson@triad.rr.com>,
"Wade, Trudy" <twade2@triad.rr.com>
<Ken.Miller@greensboro-nc.gov>, "Danish, Julia"
<Julia.Danish@greensboro-nc.gov>
records requests for a copy of the draft ordinance. I will make sure that
both of them are given a copy.

Sincerely,

City of Greensboro
Phone: 336.373.2320; Fax: 336.373.2078


Sincerely,

City of Greensboro
Phone: 336.373.2320; Fax: 336.373.2078

From: Young, Rashad
To: Matheny, Zack
Cc: Danish, Julia; Turner, Denise; Speedling, Michael
Date: Saturday, March 19, 2011 10:27:39 AM
Zack,
name spelled incorrectly. This is why obviously you didn't get the email. I'm not sure
yet how that happened and I apologize. Also, I agree we could have reached out
with a phone call as an extra measure of communication.
As for the release itself I appreciate your frustration however this document even in
draft form meets no test of exclusion from the public records statutes. We were an
are required to release such things even as drafts. Again, I apologize for my staffs
oversight in how this was communicated.
Rashad
Sent from my iPhone

"'dannythompson@triad.rr.com'" <dannythompson@triad.rr.com>,
"Wade, Trudy" <twade2@triad.rr.com>
<Ken.Miller@greensboro-nc.gov>, "Danish, Julia"
<Julia.Danish@greensboro-nc.gov>
records requests for a copy of the draft ordinance. I will make sure that
both of them are given a copy.

Sincerely,

City of Greensboro
Phone: 336.373.2320; Fax: 336.373.2078


Sincerely,

City of Greensboro
Phone: 336.373.2320; Fax: 336.373.2078

From: McCollough, Mary on behalf of Young, Rashad
To: Turner, Denise
Call Rashad when you get done with Zack please.

~M~
Mary McCollough, Executive Assistant
City of Greensboro
City Manager's Office
336-373-2002

To: Waterman, Jamiah; 'wknight@triad.rr.com'; Vaughan, Nancy; Bellamy-Small, T. Dianne;
'jimkee2009@yahoo.com'; 'zachmatheny@gmail.com'; Perkins, Robbie; 'mary_rakestraw@bellsouth.net';


For your information, John Hammer and Amanda Lemhert made public records requests for a copy
of the draft ordinance. I will make sure that both of them are given a copy.

Sincerely,

City of Greensboro
Phone: 336.373.2320; Fax: 336.373.2078



Attached to this email you will find a draft of proposed entertainment licensing ordinances. Please
contact the City Attorney if you have any questions or concerns.

Sincerely,

City of Greensboro
Phone: 336.373.2320; Fax: 336.373.2078

To: Turner, Denise
Attachments: Public Entertainment License.pdf
After this one, he sent another one telling about Hammer and Amanda. I will sent both.

~M~
City of Greensboro
336-373-2002

'zachmatheny@gmail.com'; Perkins, Robbie; 'mary_rakestraw@bellsouth.net';



Sincerely,

City of Greensboro
Phone: 336.373.2320; Fax: 336.373.2078

To: Turner, Denise
Call Rashad when you get done with Zack please.

~M~
City of Greensboro
336-373-2002

To: Waterman, Jamiah; 'wknight@triad.rr.com'; Vaughan, Nancy; Bellamy-Small, T. Dianne;
'jimkee2009@yahoo.com'; 'zachmatheny@gmail.com'; Perkins, Robbie; 'mary_rakestraw@bellsouth.net';


For your information, John Hammer and Amanda Lemhert made public records requests for a copy
of the draft ordinance. I will make sure that both of them are given a copy.

Sincerely,

City of Greensboro
Phone: 336.373.2320; Fax: 336.373.2078




Sincerely,

City of Greensboro
Phone: 336.373.2320; Fax: 336.373.2078

To: Turner, Denise
Attachments: Public Entertainment License.pdf
After this one, he sent another one telling about Hammer and Amanda. I will sent both.

~M~
City of Greensboro
336-373-2002

'zachmatheny@gmail.com'; Perkins, Robbie; 'mary_rakestraw@bellsouth.net';



Sincerely,

City of Greensboro
Phone: 336.373.2320; Fax: 336.373.2078

From: Young, Rashad
To: Danish, Julia; Turner, Denise
Subject: Fwd: N&R story
Date: Thursday, March 10, 2011 7:44:32 PM
Sent from my iPhone
From: "Young, Rashad" <Rashad.Young@greensboro-nc.gov>

Date: March 10, 2011 5:45:25 PM EST
<NVaughan@triad.rr.com>, "Perkins, Robbie" <rperkins@naipt.com>,
Danny Thompson <dannythompson@triad.rr.com>, Jim Kee
<jimkee2009@yahoo.com>, "Bellamy-Small, T. Dianne"
<Dianne.Bellamy-Small@greensboro-nc.gov>, 'Zack Matheny'
<ZMatheny@bellpartnersinc.com>, Mary Rakestraw
<mary_rakestraw@bellsouth.net>, "Wade, Trudy"
<twade2@triad.rr.com>
Subject: N&R story
Mayor and Members,
Amanda L with the N&R is calling asking questions about the

communication from the Mayor to Executive Director of the Board of
Elections, George Gilbert regarding additional early voting sites. I expect
an article in the N&R. Her questions were to Rita regarding the letter.
As background, I asked the Clerk to ascertain the sense of Council with
regard to the additional voting sites. That sense was communicated to
Mr. Gilbert by our Clerk. Mr. Gilbert requested that information in writing
and the Mayor then wrote a letter. Rita was not able to provide any real
information to Amanda as she is still assessing the facts of the situation.
Rashad
Rashad Young
City Manager
City of Greensboro
PO Box 3136
(336) 373-2002

From: Zack Matheny
To: Vaughan, Nancy; mrdannythompson@gmail.com; Turner, Denise; Bellamy-Small, T. Dianne; Danny Thompson;
Jim Kee; mary_rakestraw@bellsouth.net; Perkins, Robbie; Wade, Trudy; wknight@triad.rr.com
Cc: CMO
Fellow Councilmembers, from what I am hearing there is significant discussion about this
Bill that even one of the original draftees is not in favor of it anymore. Therefore, it seems
we need to find out a little more information in regards to the overall goal.

In my opinion, from the email Denise sent, we finally have our Guilford Delegation asking
us our opinion on a bill, led by Senator Vaughan. The almost 4 years I have been on City
Council, we have fought to get the respect we feel we deserve as Elected Officials from the
Guilford Delegation. We have sent the same resolutions year end and out to get very little
done. The fact that Sen. Vaughan, who stepped up as the leader of our local delegation, and
is working with the other leaders including Sen Berger, who represents all of us on the
Guilford delegation, is asking us for our opinion, is remarkable. I appreciate the ears we have
in Raleigh and really don’t care who is married to who.

Let’s see how this thing shakes out from the meeting today and then, we, as Council
members can decide, whether by resolution or not how we want to let our delegation know
our thoughts.

Zack Matheny
Director

Bell Partners Inc.
phone 336.232.1978 | fax 336.232.4978

To: mrdannythompson@gmail.com; 'Turner, Denise'; 'Bellamy-Small, T. Dianne'; 'Danny Thompson';
'Jim Kee'; mary_rakestraw@bellsouth.net; 'Perkins, Robbie'; 'Wade, Trudy'; wknight@triad.rr.com; Zack
Matheny; Zack Matheny
Cc: 'CMO'



Cc: 'CMO'

Danny

Date: Tue, 29 Mar 2011 18:41:16 -0400



Regards,
Nancy

Cc: 'CMO'

Denise,
position.
Association
Danny Thompson

Cc: CMO
Importance: High




City of Greensboro
Phone: 336.373.2002 Fax: 336.373.2117

=======================================================
third parties.

From: Zack Matheny
Cc: CMO


our thoughts.

Zack Matheny
Director

Bell Partners Inc.
phone 336.232.1978 | fax 336.232.4978

Cc: 'CMO'



Cc: 'CMO'

Danny

Date: Tue, 29 Mar 2011 18:41:16 -0400



Regards,
Nancy

Cc: 'CMO'

Denise,
position.
Association
Danny Thompson

Cc: CMO
Importance: High




City of Greensboro
Phone: 336.373.2002 Fax: 336.373.2117

=======================================================
third parties.

From: Zack Matheny
Cc: CMO


our thoughts.

Zack Matheny
Director

Bell Partners Inc.
phone 336.232.1978 | fax 336.232.4978

Cc: 'CMO'



Cc: 'CMO'

Danny

Date: Tue, 29 Mar 2011 18:41:16 -0400



Regards,
Nancy

Cc: 'CMO'

Denise,
position.
Association
Danny Thompson

Cc: CMO
Importance: High




City of Greensboro
Phone: 336.373.2002 Fax: 336.373.2117

=======================================================
third parties.

From: Zack Matheny
Cc: CMO


our thoughts.

Zack Matheny
Director

Bell Partners Inc.
phone 336.232.1978 | fax 336.232.4978

Cc: 'CMO'



Cc: 'CMO'

Danny

Date: Tue, 29 Mar 2011 18:41:16 -0400



Regards,
Nancy

Cc: 'CMO'

Denise,
position.
Association
Danny Thompson

Cc: CMO
Importance: High




City of Greensboro
Phone: 336.373.2002 Fax: 336.373.2117

=======================================================
third parties.

From: Zack Matheny
Cc: CMO


our thoughts.

Zack Matheny
Director

Bell Partners Inc.
phone 336.232.1978 | fax 336.232.4978

Cc: 'CMO'



Cc: 'CMO'

Danny

Date: Tue, 29 Mar 2011 18:41:16 -0400



Regards,
Nancy

Cc: 'CMO'

Denise,
position.
Association
Danny Thompson

Cc: CMO
Importance: High




City of Greensboro
Phone: 336.373.2002 Fax: 336.373.2117

=======================================================
third parties.

From: Zack Matheny
Cc: CMO


our thoughts.

Zack Matheny
Director

Bell Partners Inc.
phone 336.232.1978 | fax 336.232.4978

Cc: 'CMO'



Cc: 'CMO'

Danny

Date: Tue, 29 Mar 2011 18:41:16 -0400



Regards,
Nancy

Cc: 'CMO'

Denise,
position.
Association
Danny Thompson

Cc: CMO
Importance: High




City of Greensboro
Phone: 336.373.2002 Fax: 336.373.2117

=======================================================
third parties.

From: Zack Matheny
Cc: CMO


our thoughts.

Zack Matheny
Director

Bell Partners Inc.
phone 336.232.1978 | fax 336.232.4978

Cc: 'CMO'



Cc: 'CMO'

Danny

Date: Tue, 29 Mar 2011 18:41:16 -0400



Regards,
Nancy

Cc: 'CMO'

Denise,
position.
Association
Danny Thompson

Cc: CMO
Importance: High




City of Greensboro
Phone: 336.373.2002 Fax: 336.373.2117

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third parties.

From: Zack Matheny
To: Turner, Denise
Who sent this?
Sent from my iPhone



Cc: CMO
Importance: High


Senate Transportation last week. The Metro Mayors expressed strong concerns about the
bill in Committee. I have attached background documents from the Metro Mayors which
was provided to the committee. Sen. Brown (the original bill author) has agreed to convene
a group to negotiate changes to the bill.



2) we do not address directly how much vegetation cutting is permitted to maintain
visibility of the billboards along highways. However, we do have Scenic Corridor Overlay
Districts (SCOD) on the Urban Loop, specifically designed to maintain natural vegetation
along the major new gateway highway to the community. This proposed bill's expanded
cutting provisions would appear to violate the specifics and goals of the SCOD.
overruling local government. If they start with billboard/sign regulations dictated by the
state, do they then move into other zoning limitations? This is an area of concern for
Greensboro and all other local government.

Phone: 336.373.2002 Fax: 336.373.2117

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third parties.

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third parties.
From: Zack Matheny
To: Turner, Denise
Who sent this response?
Sent from my iPhone

I strongly object to this legislation. This is another example of the State inserting
itself into our (the City’s) business.

Cc: CMO
Importance: High

We have been asked for the city’s position by our State Senators and the NC
Metropolitan Mayors on a current state bill known as the “Billboard Bill” (S183 – see
attached). I would appreciate your input by the end of the day tomorrow
(Tuesday), which would allow enough time for us to contact the
delegation. The bill is scheduled for a Transportation Committee meeting this
Wednesday, March 30. The bill would override community regulations regarding the
location and appearance of digital billboards, and dramatically expand the area
where public trees can be cleared along roadways. The bill was heard in Senate
Transportation last week. The Metro Mayors expressed strong concerns about the
bill in Committee. I have attached background documents from the Metro Mayors
which was provided to the committee. Sen. Brown (the original bill author) has
agreed to convene a group to negotiate changes to the bill.

The City of Greensboro’s staff points out the following concerns with the
bill:
1) we already allow in our LDO electronic billboards, with a change of copy
permitted no more than every 8 seconds (consistent with the bill).
2) we do not address directly how much vegetation cutting is permitted to

maintain visibility of the billboards along highways. However, we do have Scenic
Corridor Overlay Districts (SCOD) on the Urban Loop, specifically designed to
maintain natural vegetation along the major new gateway highway to the
community. This proposed bill's expanded cutting provisions would appear to
violate the specifics and goals of the SCOD.
3) the broader issue here is the state stepping in on traditional local land use
matters and overruling local government. If they start with billboard/sign
regulations dictated by the state, do they then move into other zoning limitations?
This is an area of concern for Greensboro and all other local government.

Phone: 336.373.2002 Fax: 336.373.2117
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third parties.
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third parties.
From: Zack Matheny
To: Turner, Denise
Got this, what responses have you received?
Sent from my iPhone

>
> Let me know if you get this.
>
>
>
> Begin forwarded message:
>
> From: "Turner, Denise" <Denise.Turner@greensboro-nc.gov<mailto:Denise.Turner@greensboro-
nc.gov>>
> To: "Bellamy-Small, T. Dianne" <Dianne.Bellamy-Small@greensboro-nc.gov<mailto:Dianne.Bellamy-
Small@greensboro-nc.gov>>, "Danny Thompson"
<dannythompson@triad.rr.com<mailto:dannythompson@triad.rr.com>>, "Jim Kee"
<jimkee2009@yahoo.com<mailto:jimkee2009@yahoo.com>>,
"mary_rakestraw@bellsouth.net<mailto:mary_rakestraw@bellsouth.net>"
<mary_rakestraw@bellsouth.net<mailto:mary_rakestraw@bellsouth.net>>, "Nancy Barakat Vaughan
(nvaughan@triad.rr.com<mailto:nvaughan@triad.rr.com>)"
<nvaughan@triad.rr.com<mailto:nvaughan@triad.rr.com>>, "Robbie Perkins"
<rperkins@naipt.com<mailto:rperkins@naipt.com>>, "Wade, Trudy"
<twade2@triad.rr.com<mailto:twade2@triad.rr.com>>,
"'wknight@triad.rr.com<mailto:wknight@triad.rr.com>'"
<wknight@triad.rr.com<mailto:wknight@triad.rr.com>>,
"'ZMatheny@bellpartnersinc.com<mailto:ZMatheny@bellpartnersinc.com>'"
<'ZMatheny@bellpartnersinc.com<mailto:ZMatheny@bellpartnersinc.com>'>
> Cc: "CMO" <CMO@greensboro-nc.gov<mailto:CMO@greensboro-nc.gov>>
> Subject: Billboard Legislation -- Proponent Information
>
> Mayor and Members of Council – I was asked for additional information regarding this legislation. For
clarification, the State Senators that contacted us for the City of Greensboro’s position were Sens.
Gladys Robinson and Don Vaughan. The attached handouts are from billboard bill proponents. They
explain the purpose of this legislation is to address vegetation growth around billboards that act as a
barrier to advertising. They also discuss the job creation and retention associated with the outdoor
advertising industry, as well as the financial contribution the industry makes to non-profits and the
state.
>
> The Committee will meet tomorrow, Wednesday, at 11am. Please let me know your position if you
have not as of yet before the end of the day today.
>
> Please let me know if you need additional information. Thanks, Denise
>
> Denise N. Turner, Assistant City Manager
> City of Greensboro
> 300 W. Washington Street
> Greensboro, NC 27402-3136
> Phone: 336.373.2002 Fax: 336.373.2117
> http://www.greensboro-nc.gov<http://www.greensboro-nc.gov/>
> =======================================================
> Please note that email sent to and from this address is subject
> to the North Carolina Public Records Law and may be disclosed to
> third parties.
> <outdoor-1.pdf>
>>
From: Zack Matheny
To: Turner, Denise
Cliff notes version - please

Zack Matheny
Director

Bell Partners Inc.
phone 336.232.1978 | fax 336.232.4978

Nancy; Perkins, Robbie; Wade, Trudy; 'wknight@triad.rr.com'; Zack Matheny
Cc: Young, Rashad; Danish, Julia; Carruthers, Tom
Subject: Sunshine Legislation - IMMEDIATE ATTENTION NEEDED

Senator Vaughan’s office forwarded the attached draft legislation today regarding changes to
providing minutes from public meetings and closed session meetings. Primarily the changes set
parameters regarding when and how the minutes must be made available in the future. They are
seeking feedback from the City regarding these change by the end of business today. Please review
the attached and let me know your opinion at your earliest convenience. Denise

City of Greensboro
Phone: 336.373.2002 Fax: 336.373.2117

=======================================================
third parties.

From: Zack Matheny
To: Young, Rashad
Miller, Ken

released.




wrote:
Zack,
Rashad
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nc.gov>
Sincerely,

City of Greensboro
Phone: 336.373.2320; Fax: 336.373.2078


Sincerely,

City of Greensboro
Phone: 336.373.2320; Fax: 336.373.2078
=======================================================
third parties.
From: Zack Matheny
To: Young, Rashad
Miller, Ken

released.




wrote:
Zack,
Rashad
Sent from my iPhone


nc.gov>
Sincerely,

City of Greensboro
Phone: 336.373.2320; Fax: 336.373.2078


Sincerely,

City of Greensboro
Phone: 336.373.2320; Fax: 336.373.2078
=======================================================
third parties.
From: Zack Matheny
To: Turner, Denise

Zack Matheny
Director

Bell Partners Inc.
phone 336.232.1978 | fax 336.232.4978

To: Zack Matheny
Subject: Resolution


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From: Bill Knight

To: Turner, Denise

Bill Knight <wknight@triad.rr.com> wrote:

However, as he states in his message below, he is seeking a response

Name: Jeff Martin

I appreciate your assistance in this matter. However, if I do not

Thank you.

Pictures from Winston-Salem (city operated) landfill. The first picture of

In Winston-Salem and Raleigh, both neighborhoods are predominately white.

However, as he states in his message below, he is seeking a response

Name: Jeff Martin

I appreciate your assistance in this matter. However, if I do not

Thank you.

Subject: Emailing: Raleigh and Winston Salem landfills 001

Pictures from Winston-Salem (city operated) landfill. The first picture of

In Winston-Salem and Raleigh, both neighborhoods are predominately white.

Denis I sent a response to Mr. Martin's request a moment ago, but my

However, as he states in his message below, he is seeking a response

Name: Jeff Martin

I appreciate your assistance in this matter. However, if I do not

Thank you.

I have none in my private emails that are city business.

From: Turner, Denise [mailto:Denise.Turner@greensboro-nc.gov]

From: Turner, Denise [mailto:Denise.Turner@greensboro-nc.gov]

From: Turner, Denise [mailto:Denise.Turner@greensboro-nc.gov]

From: Turner, Denise [mailto:Denise.Turner@greensboro-nc.gov]

From: Turner, Denise [mailto:Denise.Turner@greensboro-nc.gov]

From: Turner, Denise [mailto:Denise.Turner@greensboro-nc.gov]

From: Turner, Denise [mailto:Denise.Turner@greensboro-nc.gov]

From: Turner, Denise [mailto:Denise.Turner@greensboro-nc.gov]

From: Turner, Denise [mailto:Denise.Turner@greensboro-nc.gov]

From: Turner, Denise [mailto:Denise.Turner@greensboro-nc.gov]

From: Turner, Denise [mailto:Denise.Turner@greensboro-nc.gov]

From: Turner, Denise [mailto:Denise.Turner@greensboro-nc.gov]

From: Turner, Denise [mailto:Denise.Turner@greensboro-nc.gov]

From: Turner, Denise [mailto:Denise.Turner@greensboro-nc.gov]

From: Turner, Denise [mailto:Denise.Turner@greensboro-nc.gov]

I received the accompanying message regarding White Street Landfill.

From: Turner, Denise [mailto:Denise.Turner@greensboro-nc.gov]

From: Curry, Dan [mailto:Dan.Curry@greensboro-nc.gov]

From: Curry, Dan [mailto:Dan.Curry@greensboro-nc.gov]

From: Curry, Dan [mailto:Dan.Curry@greensboro-nc.gov]

Councilman Zack Matheny

Sent from my iPhone

Begin forwarded message:

From: "Waterman, Jamiah" <Jamiah.Waterman@greensboro-nc.gov>

Cc: "Young, Rashad" <Rashad.Young@greensboro-nc.gov>, "Speedling,

Dear Mayor and Members of Council:

Subject: Draft Entertainment License Permit Ordinances

Councilman Zack Matheny

Sent from my iPhone

Begin forwarded message:

From: "Waterman, Jamiah" <Jamiah.Waterman@greensboro-nc.gov>

Cc: "Young, Rashad" <Rashad.Young@greensboro-nc.gov>, "Speedling,

Dear Mayor and Members of Council:

Subject: Draft Entertainment License Permit Ordinances

Councilman Zack Matheny

Sent from my iPhone

Begin forwarded message:

From: "Waterman, Jamiah" <Jamiah.Waterman@greensboro-nc.gov>

Cc: "Young, Rashad" <Rashad.Young@greensboro-nc.gov>, "Speedling,

Dear Mayor and Members of Council:

Subject: Draft Entertainment License Permit Ordinances