INSIDE HIGH POINT
NAMED HIGH POINT THEATRE DIRECTOR
CITYCOUNCIL
CYRILJEFFERSON MAYOR
Cyril Jefferson@highpointnc gov
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Patrick Harman@highpointnc gov
BRITTMOORE MEMBERATLARGE
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TYRONEJOHNSON WARD2
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AMANDACOOK MEMBERATLARGE
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Michael Holmes@highpointnc gov
CITYOFHIGHPOINT
HOSTSINAUGURAL MILESTONECEREMONY
The City of High Point employee recognition program was recently revamped into the Milestone Recognition Program, which included the first-ever ceremony held at the High Point Theatre on Tuesday, Sept. 17. The City recognized employees who have celebrated five, 10, 15, 20, 25, and more than 40 years of service. They received a newly branded recognition pin and certificate while enjoying a reception. Congratulations to the following honorees:
Virginia S. Baskins
Marshall J. Betts
Sara L. Blanchett
David A. Bowles
Benjamin A. Browning
Jerry L. Cox
Bobby D. Fitzjohn
Joshua D. Gillespie
Robert E. Greene Jr.
Leslie L. Harrison
Jesse K. Henderson
William D. Hicks
Justin K. Hite
Joseph P. Holden
Arianna J. Hudson
5 YEARS
Wendell E. Ingram Jr.
Yeymy Y. Jones
Michael A. Kappus
Jaylen U. Kittrell
Jonathan L. Lanning
Kimili N. Long
Meghan E. Maguire
Robert A. Maholic
Jordan A. Manning
Day M. McCarthy
Adrian J. McFarland
Noelle Miller
John A. Mouzone
Julio A. Paredes
Kelsey L. Piaseczny
Dustin R. Puckett
Terry F. Reddick
Dalen M. Riddle
Timothy E. Roberts
Daniela Ruiz
Cody T. Scott
Landon R. Slack
Genine T. Solis
Spencer T. Stanley
Jacob S. Steele
Danice L. Taylor
Christopher J. Tucker
Kristi L. Wallace
Jarod C. Whitlow
Miles G. Williams
10 YEARS
Matthew S. Ashby
Zachary J. Bailey
Robert A. Causey
Carrie L. Council
Benny L. Deel
Jacob M. Dykhoff
Errol W. Ford
15 YEARS
Danny W. Baughman
Edith W. Brady
Keoda R. Brown
Larry N. Brunson
Samuel W. Cecil
20 YEARS
Kimberly D. Ballantine
Kathryn R. Blake
Deborah J. Bragg
Edward G. Burcham Jr.
Adam S. Burkholder
Bayard L. Crump
Tammie R. Dodd
Andrew P. Lanier
25 YEARS
Michael D. Allen
Adam P. Baldwin
Melinda G. Barnes
Steven E. Berry
Connie L. Carter
Anna W. Duff
April P. Jones
Julie A. Luecht
David B. Mains
Gerald P. McLean
Jacob R. Motley
B W. Peele
William R. Riley
Ryan S. Gregory
Rachel A. Juren
Scott A. Lingerfelt
Adam D. Lockhart
Corinne D. Midgett
James E. Long Jr.
Joseph M. Meservey
Leland C. Neilson
Jeremy W. Nemitz
Christopher B. O’Toole
Garencha Rene
Garencha Rene
Mariely Rivera
Hunter J. Hayworth
Chris K. Hendricks
Jeremy D. Hill
Justin K. Hix
Shawn P. Hosier
Elizabeth D. Rush
Tammy L. Smith
Kaylyn B. Stewart
Ryan C. Stone
Elton Turnbull
Nathan H. Zebron
Chad A. Pendry
Paul C. Roumillat
Daniel W. Sellers
Ian E. Stanick
Penelope M. Westgard
Christopher G. Solustri
Corey W. Southerland
Michael D. Suggs
Zachary D. Trotter
Zachary P. Wilkins
Kimberly A. Wilks
Derrick E. Willard
Michael R. Purvis
Dennis B. Sadler
Amy M. Southards
Angela W. Wynes
Marty R. Lawson 4
30 YEA
Jamie S
Telly S.
Terrell R
David W
Timothy
35 YEA
Tammy
James E
40 YEA
William
45 YEA
Gloria N
DR.DANBARNARDNAMED HIGHPOINTTHEATREDIRECTOR
Dr. Dan Barnard has been appointed as the new High Point Theatre Director. Dr. Barnard has a national reputation in the performing arts industry. Most recently, he worked with the Board of Marty Stuart's Congress of Country Music to reopen the Ellis Theater in Philadelphia, MS. He has collaborated with and brokered partnerships with educational partners, sister organizations, internal colleagues, and vendors. He received his Doctoral of Musical Arts from Kansas University. He has spent the last 17 years providing curated programming across the country.
His experience includes directing a chamber music series in Erie, PA, an 811-seat performing arts center in Brownsville, TX, an 1100-seat theater in Fort Lauderdale, FL, and a historic 937-seat theater and conference center in Meridian, MS, with a regional draw and a $2M budget.
"Dr. Barnard brings experience, having worked in several venues nationwide. This experience will help our Theatre continue to evolve, providing offerings that educate and entertain our community," said City Manager Tasha Logan Ford. "We are excited to have him join our leadership team."
"I'm looking forward to bringing a creative and collaborative approach to the High Point Theatre. I want to use my composer skills and data-driven budget management experience to make a difference in this community," he said. Dr. Barnard's wife, Angela, and daughter, Iris, will join him as soon as Iris completes her senior year at the Mississippi School of the Arts.
as a recipient of the 2024 Garby Awards – Municipal Solid Waste Employee of the Year for North Carolina Solid Waste Association of North America (NCSWANA).
Errol's dedication to his role and proactive approach to training and development make him an invaluable asset to the City of High Point.
COHPEMPLOYEEWINSNATIONAL ROADEOCHALLENGE
Curtis Crisco, the City of High Point's water-sewer mains champion, recently showcased his machine-operating skills at the National Public Works Backhoe Roadeo Challenge during PWX (National American Public Works Association) in Atlanta, Georgia!
After winning first place at the state competition, Curtis proudly represented the City of High Point on the national stage! We are thrilled to announce that his precision and expertise with the backhoe and mini excavator earned him a spot among the top 10 out of 70 competitors from across the US. Congratulations, Curtis, on your hard-earned skills and this outstanding achievement!
The APWA Roadeo provides an ideal forum to showcase members' operating skills and offer participants learning and networking opportunities. Public works departments throughout the United States and Canada use a wide range of equipment, and the competition should use appropriate equipment to test operators' abilities in a safe and fun environment.
The High Point Public Library hosted September 11th Patriot's Displays in public and staff areas to remember those who served and lost their lives that day. The displays featured a poster and an electric candle that remained lit all day. Army Recruiters temporarily working at the library paused to remember those lost. For more information about these displays, please get in touch with Gail Simpson at gail simpson@@highpointnc gov
September is National Library Card Sign-Up Month, and this year's theme was "More than Meets the Eye!" This month highlights how library cards empower individuals and communities by providing free access to technology, multimedia resources, educational programs and more.
High Point Public Library has been busy hosting exciting activities to promote library card sign-ups. Recently, they partnered with FedEx to create 20 new library cards and share information with over 70 community members.
So far, 50 new cards have been issued and information distributed to various organizations in the local area. They’re also planning more sign-up events, incl di ll
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MIRACLELEAGUEKICKSOFFFALLSEASON
Mayor Cyril Jefferson was invited to throw out the first pitch of the fall season for the Miracle League of High Point. Aubrey with the Pirates was the first player up - and it happened to be her birthday!
It turns out this wasn't Mayor Jefferson's first experience volunteering on our "Field of Dreams." He served as a Miracle League "Buddy" as a high school student during the league's first year of operation in High Point in 2009! It was great to have him back with us; thank you, Mayor Jefferson! He was joined by volunteer groups from Wesleyan Christian Academy and D.H. Griffin Companies, whose service as Buddies to our players we also appreciate.
If you are interested in volunteering with the Miracle League, we would love to talk to you! Please contact Stephanie Hedgecock at 336.883.3477 or stephanie.hedgecock@highpointnc.gov.
On a beautiful late summer day, High Point Parks & Recreation's High Point Heroes Club enjoyed a pontoon boat ride around the Arnold J. Koonce, Jr. City Lake at High Point City Lake Park.
This group is open to local veterans and first responders. It meets once a month to participate in a variety of activities! If you are interested, please contact Timpani Lopp at 336.883.3483 or by email at timpani.lopp@highpointnc.gov. We would love to have you join us.
Some members of High Point Parks & Recreation's Challenger Soccer team, a program offered by our ASPIRE section, recently had the opportunity to attend a Carolina Core soccer game - and they even got to play against each other on the field during the halftime show! Our athletes loved this unique experience and had so much fun; thanks to Carolina Core for hosting them! For more information on ASPIRE (Adaptive Sports, Programs, and
and events, please call 336.883.3469.
"RUNTHEGREENWAY"5K EVENTENDSON SUCCESSFULNOTE
High Point Parks & Recreation's inaugural "Run the Greenway" 5K was held on Saturday, Sept. 7, collected donated school supplies for students in their afterschool programs and even featured some familiar faces among the participants!
ADOPT-A-STREAMADDS TOPROGRAM
Under the Stormwater Division, Adopt-a-Stream has been busy this summer! Two new additions have been welcomed to the program, Crew 26 of Venturing Boy Scouts of America and Lauren Hill.
Together with High Point University's Natural Sciences Fellows, the three groups collected approximately 600 pounds of trash and recyclables this season. Thank you to all our City of High Point volunteers for helping keep our community safe, prosperous, livable, and enjoyable for everyone!
Maria Mayorga (she/her/ella) was born and raised in Managua, Nicaragua, and later emigrated to Asheboro, NC. As a DACA beneficiary, she is passionate about access to higher education for first generation and Latinx youth, including service as Chair of the Adelante Education Coalition, and she The Human Relations Division is happy to celebrate our three newest Human Relations Commissioners. Consisting of nine residents appointed by the Mayor and the City Council, the Commission works to end discrimination and promote equal human rights.
has worked on various electoral, education, immigration and direct services efforts.
Committed to leadership development, she has played a leading role in the formation of the Triad-based grassroots group Fuerza Latina Unida para Triunfar (FLUT) and the Latina Leadership Institute (LLI). In addition to completing several state, national and international fellowships, she has been recognized as a Notable Latina of the Triad by the Latino Community Coalition of Guilford County, a Defender of Justice by the NC Justice Center and AMEXCAN's Exemplary Advocacy Partner. She also has the privilege of serving on several local nonprofit boards.
Allan Johnson is the Guilford County Schools Program Administrator for Community Engagement & Advocacy. Prior to that, he spent 20 years as the Communities In Schools Coordinator at Allen Jay Elementary.
In addition to the HRC, he is currently active on many other boards and committees including Communities in Schools High Point, High Point Schools Partnership, GO FAR and the social justice committee. Outside of his work in the community, you may find him at the Ragsdale YMCA, watching and discussing sports and cheering for his beloved Tar Heels.
Eric Foushee is the CEO of Mental Health Associates of the Triad, based in High Point, and previously served as a healthcare consultant with large U.S. health systems, including executive leadership roles at Cone Health. He holds a doctorate in Business Administration, a dual master's in business & healthcare administration and a bachelor's in health services administration from East Carolina University (GO PIRATES!).
With his extensive background in healthcare and community service, Eric is committed to improving our community through service on numerous local and
regional Boards focused on homelessness, affordable housing, food insecurities and economic development initiatives in Guilford County. He has also served on multiple national Boards, and previously served on the Pitt/Greenville Planning and Development committee and Transportation Committee.
Would you like to earn six hours of vacation time by helping with the High Point Big Sweep on Saturday, Oct. 5, from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.? Please contact Rebecca Coplin at rebecca.coplin@highpointnc.gov by 5 p.m. on Monday, Sept. 30 to get signed up.
The 2024 Summer Trash Smash was a big hit! Thank you to the High Point Police and Fire Departments for their partnership in working to find our winners for the eighth year in a row. We love working in the community to recognize residents who are doing beautiful things.
Promotions
NED H. BRILEY, JR.
Water Plant Supervisor to Water Plant Superintendent
GLENN GOLDEN
W/S Camera Technician to Survey Party Technician I
TRAVIS C. REAMS
Police Supervisor II to Police Commander I
JERRY L. TREW
Police Officer, Master II to Police Supervisor I
New Hires
JARAMIAH J. ALLEN Firefighter
DAN. R. BARNARD
Theatre Director
CHRISTOPHER C. BARTLETT
W/S Plant Mechanic I
ELLA M. BROOS
Telecommunicator Trainee
CHRISTOPHER L. CHEEK
Groundskeeper I
LINDSEY N. GALLAGHER
Firefighter
TERRANCE A. HEARST
Firefighter
SCOTT J. KAMMERER
Construction Inspecto
DYLAN C. KELLY
Firefighter
ROBERT S. KELLY
Firefighter
JOSEPH Z. LAWSON
Firefighter
MORGAN B. MARLEY
Firefighter
JESSICA A. MARSHALL
Telecommunicator Trainee
ZENEIYA N. MCALLISTER
Recreation Attendant
CHARLES E. PAYNE
Firefighter
New Hires
ROBERT J. RICHARDSON
Groundskeeper I
COLIN B. ROSENBAUM
Parks Maintenance Crew Supervisor
DAVID P. SIGMON
Firefighter
