Currituck County Government - eGoose Newsletter for January 6, 2010

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Operation Santa Helps Hundreds Enjoy The Holidays
Social Services responds to the needs of many Currituck children

The Currituck County Department of Social Services (DSS) provided Christmas assistance to more than 600 local children in 2009. Through its Operation Santa Claus, DSS distributed gifts to 627 children in 328 families within Currituck County.

DSS Director Kathy Romm expressed her gratitude for the large number of donations received during the holidays, which allowed DSS to provide for more children than ever before.

"I've been doing this program since 1981 and I'm certain that's a record," said Romm, referring to high number of children and families seeking assistance.

Romm credits the DSS staff and citizens throughout the region for making Operation Santa a huge success. The department received a significant boost from local media which publicized the effort. A large number of donations were received after WTKR TV 3 allowed DSS staff members to stage an impromptu telethon on Dec. 11.

In addition to public donations, county staff pitched in by sponsoring 51 children. Staff members also made other donations to sponsor an additional 14 children during Operation Santa Claus.

To find out how you can support the programs of Social Services, please call 232-3083.

Recycled Christmas Trees Collected Through This Weekend
Trees will help fortify dunes damaged in '09 nor'easter

Currituck residents have until Sunday, Jan. 10 to drop off Christmas trees at any of the county's Recycling Centers or the Southern Outer Banks water plant in Corolla. Drop-off sites are marked by new signage at each location. Trees must be free of tinsel and decorations.

Each tree collected will be used to help replenish the dune line on the Currituck Outer Banks beaches. More

Wanted: Public Input on Comprehensive Transportation Plan
Survey form available online and in certain county facilities

The Currituck County Planning staff is collaborating with the N.C. Department of Transportation to develop a Comprehensive Transportation Plan for Currituck County. Input from citizens is considered vital to this process and all participation is appreciated. To gather information, a public survey is available for county citizens to offer opinions on current and future transportation issues.

Click here to access the survey.

Cold Weather Safety Tips & Information
Take steps to protect home, family, autos and pets this winter

With winter weather now upon Currituck County, residents need to do more than just bundle up for the cold. County officials advise all citizens to be fully prepared for cold weather and take steps to ensure the safety of family, pets, automobiles and homes. More

It's Not Too Early To Register To Vote
2010 will be a busy election year in Currituck

Currituck County citizens will elect a considerable number of officials in 2010 and all residents are urged to register to vote. The election slate includes Clerk of Superior Court, Sheriff, three Commissioners and three members of the Board of Education.

Click here for Voter Registration information in Currituck County and to access an N.C. Voter Registration application.

Click here for a list of election dates, filing periods for candidates and offices up for election in Currituck County in 2010.

For all of your voting and election questions, contact the Currituck County Board of Elections office at 232-2525.

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New staff provides 'entertainment' at holiday gathering

2009 New Staff Members at the Annual Christmas Party

Employees new to county staff upheld tradition by singing Christmas carols at the Employee and Retiree Holiday Luncheon on Dec. 23, 2009. The group sang "Here Comes Santa Claus" and "Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree."