INSIDE HIGH POINT
CITYCOUNCIL
CYRILJEFFERSON MAYOR
Cyril Jefferson@highpointnc gov
VICKIEMCKIVER WARD1
Vickie McKiver@highpointnc gov
PATRICKHARMAN WARD4
Patrick Harman@highpointnc gov
BRITTMOORE MEMBERATLARGE
Britt Moore@highpointnc gov
TYRONEJOHNSON WARD2
Tyrone Johnson@highpintnc gov
TIMANDREW WARD5
Tim Andrew@highpointnc gov
AMANDACOOK MEMBERATLARGE
Amanda Cook@highpointnc gov
MONICAPETERS WARD3
Monica Peters@highpointnc gov
MICHAELHOLMES WARD6,MAYORPROTEM
Michael Holmes@highpointnc gov
DEBBYAFTERMATH
On Thursday, August 8, Tropical Storm
Debby swept through North Carolina bringing statewide flooding, gusty winds and a storm surge along the coast. The storm brought high winds and heavy rains to the City of High Point. The Ward Water Treatment plant
recorded 4.82 inches of rain that day and the local weather warned of wind gust around 30 to 40 mph. The Street Maintenance and Stormwater Services Divisions worked to remove around 40 trees and branches that were reported blocking roadways after initial calls started coming shortly before 5 a.m.
The following day and into Monday, all remaining trees and debris from roadsides were hauled to the Ingleside Compost Facility.
Crews worked diligently to restore power to more than 2,000 homes within a 12-hour time span and ensured
that our stormwater system worked properly. Public Services, Electric, 911 and Public Safety departments assisted residents; as well as Environmental Services staff who were able to still run routes and provide all collection services.
We extend heartfelt appreciation to all who ensured the safety and well-being of City of High Point residents, businesses and visitors.
On Friday, Aug. 16, the High Point Police Department celebrated the swearing-in of Chief Curtis H. Cheeks, III. Appointed on July 1, Chief Cheeks is the 40th chief of police for the City of High Point Government. He also makes history as the High Point Police Department’s first Black police chief. Chief Cheeks joined the department in 2002.
Throughout his career, he’s served variety of roles. Prior to his current appointment, Chief Cheeks served interim chief of police, assistant chief of the support services division, commander of the investigations section and lieutenant over the strategic intelligence unit, community engagement unit and public information office. He also served as field training supervisor.
Under Chief Cheeks leadership, the depa remains committed t making the lives of t people in our community better w focusing on crime-fig community engagem training and professi policing.
HIGHPOINTTRANSITRESPONDSTOTHE
assistance from the High Point Fire Department, assisted with a High Point Police Department effort to locate the parents of a young child who was alone at a bus stop and transported a group of High Point Housing Authority residents from South Elm Towers who were displaced after an electrical fire.
On August 13, Transit had the chance to bring a little joy to the faces of those same South Elm Towers residents who stayed over a week at a hotel in Archdale.
There were a lot of smiles on their faces as Transit put down bus ramps on South Elm Street and helped the residents get back into their own space. Their words of thanks and appreciation remind us that we are not merely here to "drive a route." The Transit department is in the Customer Service business and know that customers come from all walks of life and from all corners of the City.
Customers are the City’s livelihood – from the people riding the bus to work every day, seniors who need us to travel to their dialysis treatment, the Fire Department, and people who need a ride to Wal-Mart. Everyone in the High Point Transit System has chosen to be a Civil Servant – even though we may not know what that will
FARMER’SMARKETHOSTS PILOTSTORMDRAINARTPROJECT
On Aug. 17, the Farmer’s Market hosted a special event featuring three of the five artists from the City’s pilot Storm Drain Art project. Natalie Lucas, Naila (Dbnaila), and Kris Najera were in attendance, each showcasing their artwork and engaging with visitors at booths set up near their respective storm drains.
Their vibrant and creative paintings not only captivated attendees but also played a crucial role in highlighting the importance of water quality and stormwater management.
These eye-catching artworks are designed to draw attention to the often-overlooked storm drains, serving as a visual reminder of how they connect to our waterways and impact water quality.
By blending art with environmental education, the project encourages community members to think more critically about water
NATALIE LUCAS
DRAINARTPROJECT(CONT’D)
The Stormwater Division extends heartfelt thanks to Keep High Point Beautiful for their partnership, the High Point Public Library for hosting the project the artists for their exceptional work and the selection
NAILA (DBNAILA) NAJERA
KRIS NAJERA
HIGHPOINTHEROESCLUB
High Point Parks & Recreation offers recreational and social opportunities for local veterans and active-duty military, including monthly meetings of our High Point Heroes group.
Activities in 2024 have ranged from kayaking to discussion groups to open gym time and most recently, a pottery class at TAG: The Art Gallery at Congdon Yards. To learn more about High Point Heroes and similar opportunities, please contact
SummerCampKidsThank ParksMaintenance Timpani at 336.883.3483 or timpani.troxler@highpointnc.gov.
Kids enrolled in High Point Parks & Recreation’s summer camps made thank you notes and posters for the department’s Parks Maintenance staff, showing their appreciation for the clean, safe playgrounds and athletic fields where they enjoyed their summer!
HIGHPOINTMUSEUM PARTICIPATESIN NATIONALNIGHTOUT
On Tuesday, Aug. 6, the High Point Museum participated in National Night Out, a national community-building campaign promoting policecommunity partnerships. The Museum opened their doors to neighbors who enjoyed crafts, snacks, a movie and a chance to meet local firefighters and police. This year, 40 visitors made crafts in Little Red Schoolhouse before coming into the Museum to grab some popcorn and watch “Wallace & Gromit: The Curse of the Were-Rabbit.”
Keep High Point Beautiful also participated in National Night Out, as many different departments did. KHPB utilized the event highlighting efforts to spread the word about keeping High Point clean and beautiful. Booths were designated at several locations throughout the city and staff enjoyed talking with residents on how they can become part of cleanup efforts!
HIGH POINT MUSEUM HOSTS FAMILY FUN DAY
On Saturday, Aug. 24, the High Point Museum hosted Family Fun Day and invited visitors to come out and enjoy the last few days of summer with a picnic in the park, historic games, sidewalk chalk, Nintendo Switch, toys, and more!
Visitors played with a parachute in the park and practiced their skills of walking on stilts while cooling off from the summer heat with popsicles. 65 people were in attendance.
RUNTHEGREENWAY: PACKTHEBAGSFORSCHOOL
Promotions
BRANDON C. COTHREN
Groundskeeper I to Parks Maintenance Crew Leader
MICHAEL A. LASTER
Landfill Equipment Operator to Solid Waste Disposal Supt, Asst
WILLIAM F. TIBBENS
Police Officer II to Police Officer, Master I
New Hires
JUAN P. ABREU
IT Network & Security Manager
JONAH E. BOAN
Seasonal Park Attendant
RYAN S. CAIN
Firefighter
DESTINEE A. DORSEY
Crime Scene Technician I
ADELE W. DOTY
Administrative Associate
SAMANTHA R. FYNN
Seasonal Park Attendant
ANDREW J. GOLDKAMP
Police Officer Trainee
SHERAE A. HANCOCK
Police Officer Trainee
THOMAS H. HANSON
Golf Shop Attendant
NIKKI R. HARDIN
Custodian I
LOGAN T. HARDY
Motor Equipment Ope
DENTON S. HOLT
Firefighter
COREY H. INGRAM
Power Line Technician I
BENNIE JOHNSON, JR.
Sanitation Equipment Operator I
HOLLY B. JONES
Librarian II
New Hires
THOMAS G. KOPCHIK
Groundskeeper I
AARON N. MAYO
Summer Camp Counselor
BRITTANY L. MAZUR
Parks Maintenance Crew Supervisor
BRYCE M. MCDONALD
Lifeguard
COLBY D. NANCE
Sanitation Equipment O
RUSSELL A. NANCE
Power Line Technician
JUSTIN W. NIXON
Power Line Technician II
JAMES E. OURS
Sanitation Equipment Operator I
GARY D. PEARCE
Golf Shop Attendant
New Hires
COOPER V. REICH
Lifeguard
ERIC J. RICHARDSON
Summer Camp Counselor
CHRISTOPHER B. ROA
Accountant I
COLIN P. SMITH
Groundskeeper I
MICHAELA D. STAUDI
Lifeguard
TONY S. YOUNT
Wastewater Operator
