edited on May 14, 2012                                 Edited by Shirley Price

Welcome to the Town of Stoneville’s Newsletter!  We encourage you to let us know of special events so everyone is “in the know.”  Please contact Town Administrator Shirley Price at sprice@town.stoneville.nc.us or at the above numbers.  Kindly give enough notice so that we can get your announcement the full attention it deserves!

The Town Council will have a budget meeting on May 14, 2012 at 4pm.  The public is welcome to attend.  Scheduled to be discussed at this meeting is the proposed budget for the fiscal year 2012 - 2013.

Sponsored by the Western Rockingham Chamber of Commerce, Stoneville’s First Annual Pack the Park will be held Saturday, May 19, 2012 starting at 10:00am and ending around 8pm. Pay at the gate: $2.00.  This event will raise money for the Parks and Recreation Department.  We will have a festival atmosphere with all of the usual games for children, corn hole games, a dunking booth, and vendors selling soft serve and funnel cakes, to name a few fun items.  There are also fund-raising opportunities available.  Be getting your lounge chairs, appetites, singing voices, and dancing shoes ready!  For questions, please call Jackie Blackard at 1-276-358-2080 or Shirley Price at 336-573-9393. 

A committee of volunteers is needed to discuss ideas for renovations to the Vera Holland Building and to the Stoneville Library building.  Contact Michael Roche, Director, Rockingham County Public Library at mroche@rcpl.org, call 336-627-1106 or contact Patrick Fitzgerald Librarian, Western Rockingham County Libraries at pfitzgerald@rcpl.org or 336-573-9040.  Let’s work together to update both of these wonderful facilities.

TOWN OF STONEVILLE IMPLEMENTS UPGRADED RESIDENTIAL RECYCLING SERVICES TO STREAMLINE PROCESS AND INCREASE CONVENIENCE AND COLLECTION

            The Town of Stoneville took a major step in becoming a more sustainable community by announcing that it will be implementing new single-stream residential recycling services to streamline the process and increase collection beginning July 2012.

            Waste Management’s single-stream recycling system will revolutionize and simplify the way the Town recycles.  Rather than pre-sorting recyclables, residents will be able to easily co-mingle all of their recyclable paper and mixed containers in one collection bin.  These recyclables will then be sorted for processing and reuse.  The convenience of Single-stream has been shown to greatly increase participation and recovery in communities where it is implemented.

            “We are excited to bring our state-of-the-art and proven waste technology to the Town of Stoneville to revolutionize the way residents can recycle and ultimately increase their Diversion goals,” said Stan Joseph, community relations manager for Waste Management in North Carolina.

            Waste Management will also be distributing convenient new roll-cart recycling containers for residential customers.  Since these new containers have plenty of capacity, collection will be very efficient and the Town will be able to have an every other week collection schedule effective July 2012.  This reduced collection schedule will have many positive effects such as low collection costs and minimal truck traffic and impact on roadways.

            For more information about the new recycling services and collection schedules citizens can contact Town Hall at (336)573-9393, e-mail Waste Management at WMPiedmont@wm.com. You can also contact Stan Joseph at 336-531-3285 or SJoseph5@wm.com.

COLLECTION

Service will commence on Tuesday 3 July 2012.  Please have your cart placed at the curb on Tuesday morning by 6:00 am, and allow a minimum of 3 feet of spacing from mailboxes and your trash receptacles. The handles of your cart should face your house and not the street.

HOLIDAYS

During weeks where an observed holiday falls before or on your scheduled collection day, Waste Management will collect your recyclables the day following your scheduled service day.  In cases of inclement weather, they will provide service as soon as it is safe to do so.

Acceptable Items:

Junk Mail and Office Paper:  Shredded office paper may be placed in a brown bag in such a way as to reduce litter. 

Chipboard:  Cereal boxes, paper towel rolls, facial tissue boxes, etc. (usually brown or gray inside without a waxy finish).  Remove all foil or plastic liners

Newspaper:  Clean newspapers and their inserts

Magazines and Phone Books:  No binders or spiral notebooks

Plastics:  #1 through #7 Plastic Bottles (numbers can be found on the bottom of bottles).  Remove caps and discard.  Rinse

Aluminum and Steel Food and Beverage Containers:  Rinse, Lids only if still attached

Glass Food and Beverage Jars and Bottles:  Remove caps, lids, and discard, Rinse.

Please take the time to familiarize yourself with the following unacceptable Items, as Waste Management will not collect “contaminated” carts containing unacceptable items:  Aerosol Cans, Antifreeze Containers, Ceramic Containers, Deli Containers, Dishes, Mirrors, Motor Oil Containers, Paint Cans, Plastic bags, Plastic Wrap Pyrex Containers, Styrofoam, and Window Glass.

In the coming months, the Stoneville Police Department will begin using more part-time officers in its squad.  Please introduce yourself to these officers as they continue the work of the Police Department in providing the town with quality protection.  336-573-9861.

The Town Council has changed the Ordinance pertaining to the trashcans in the Town of Stoneville.  These changes are on the “Trash and Recycling” tab to the top left of this page.  For more information, please contact Town Hall at 336-573-9393.

Socceer games are going on now.  Please contact Jackie Blackard at 1-276-358-2080 for more information. 

We are very happy to announce that the Town of Stoneville is in the process of obtaining grants that would allow us to have a walking trail and greenway!  Our first leg of the trail will be from the end of the sidewalk across from Hampton Street down to the Park and on down to the Mayo State Park.  We need positive feedback from our citizens as to the want and need of such trails.  In this process, a study is being conducted.  To be a part of the study, please take a moment and follow this link: https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/C93G2G2 . 

The descendants of Thomas Price (ca. 1730 - 1792) of Pittsylvania County, VA Reunion will be held Sunday August 5, 2012 from 12:30 – 4:00 in Stoneville, NC at the Vera Holland Community Center, which is located at 203 E. Main St. Stoneville NC.  BBQ and fried chicken will be provided so cousins are asked to bring a side dish.  Donations will be accepted to assist with the cost of food and rent of the facility.  Most cousins in the Rockingham County area descend from Reece Price, son of Thomas.  However, all Thomas Price descendants from across the country are welcome.

Please note that it is required that you RSVP by June 30 with the number of people in your party.  Email Dean Riddick at laser692@yahoo.com or call 919-805-1676 to make your reservation.  This is the first multi-family Price Reunion since the early 1980’s so we are expecting a large turnout!

The Town of Stoneville is happy to announce that RockZ GirlZ Zumba® classes are being held at Service Logistics.  The address is 302 South Henry Street in Stoneville.  Classes are scheduled for Mondays with Amy Swisher (336-280-8340) teaching Zumba Toning® from 6-7pm.  Zumba Basic® will be taught by April Cox (336-932-2155) on Thursdays from 6-7pm.  All classes are $3.00.  These classes are for ages 12 & up.

The Eden Community Resource Center is open in Eden at 220 W. Kings Highway, Suite H (beside of the Peebles Store).  This resource center is designed to help anyone needing to obtain their GED/ABE, learn English as a second language (Cualquier idioma que usted habla, usted es libre de asistir nuestro clases de Ingles como Segunda Lengua) (ESL), learn basic computer skills, CRC education, and other resources.  Some classes are free to unemployed NC residents and some are paid according to your income.  Please contact the center at 336-623-3007 for more information.

The Ruby Rose Tea Room has closed.  Please call 336-573-3214, 336-453-4398, or 336-432-9889, email kchurch777@gmail.com or see their Facebook page for more details. 

GIVE.  ADVOCATE. VOLUNTEER.  LIVE UNITED.

The Rockingham County Chapter of the United Way has ended its current campaign.  Congratulations to everyone who helped them reach their campaign goal of One Million dollars!  Much dedicated work went into this worthy charitable organization, which supports programs provided to county residents.  You can contact Marilyn Payne, Resource Development Director with the United Way of Rockingham County NC for further information or to volunteer.  Her number is 336-342-7768 or email her at www.uwrockingham.org. Please continue to reach out and help in any way that you can.  Remember, monetary donations are tax deductible!

NOTICE: BUILDING MATERIALS, ELECTRONIC DEVICES, TVS, COMPUTERS, AND GARBAGE ARE NOT PICKED UP BY THE TOWN.  WE PICK UP BAGGED LEAVES AND LIMBS THAT ARE CUT 4 FEET IN LENGTH AND LESS.  PLEASE CONTACT TOWN HALL FOR REMOVAL OF BAGGED LEAVES OR SMALL LIMBS.  336-573-9393, 8AM – 5PM.  ACCORDING TO ARTICLE 11a OF THE TOWN’S ORDINANCES, LEAVING ARTICLES ON THE CURB IS A VIOLATION OF THE ORDINANCE AND COULD RESULT IN FINES.  SYNERGY RECYCLING, 320 S. GIBSON DRIVE IN MADISON, WILL TAKE TVs AND ELECTRONIC DEVICES FOR FREE ON TUESDAYS 8 -11:30 AND THURSDAYS 12-4.  GETTING THE DEVICES TO THEIR LOCATION IN MADISON IS THE RESPONSIBILTY OF THE OWNER.  WE WANT TO THANK THE RESIDENTS OF STONEVILLE AND THE STONEVILLE PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT FOR THEIR EFFORTS IN KEEPING STONEVILLE BEAUTIFUL.

The Town of Stoneville would like to recognize the efforts of the Lady Lawn Stars and their parents for their volunteer service to the Stoneville Park.  In an effort to “spruce up” the Park’s appearance, Shane Webb volunteered this group to work on the baseball diamond, weed-eated, painted, cleaned, and nailed the day away on April 6^th.  We recognize the value of their efforts and would ask that you show your appreciation by helping to keep our Park clean and beautiful when you visit it.  The Town of Stoneville also owes a special thank you to Tony London and Fidelity Bank.  Mr. London donated a beautiful, green giant arborvitae tree to the Town.  It was placed near the Rotary stage in the grassy area that belongs to Fidelity Bank.  This live tree will be a permanent Christmas tree for the Town.  We are thankful for the contributions that the Lady Lawn Stars, Mr. London, and Fidelity Bank have made toward the betterment and beauty of our town.

The Town of Stoneville currently has placed its recycling bin in the back parking lot of the Town Hall building until July 2012.  Please place your items in the proper doors.  Also, please remember that this is provided for recycling only and will be monitored. 

The June Town Hall meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, June 5 at 7 pm.  Anyone wishing to speak to the Board should arrive in time to sign up to speak.  There is a 3-minute limit for your speech.  Currently on the agenda is:

o Planning and Zoning Board

o Personnel Policy Book

o Staggered Terms

o Annexation Committee

o Public Forum Established

In an effort to assist with better planning and keeping you informed, the following are the Holidays left in 2012 that Waste Management will observe:

            Memorial Day                        Monday, May 28                   Thursday pickup

            Independence Day                Wednesday, July 4                 Thursday pickup

            Labor Day                               Monday, Sept. 3                    Thursday pickup

            Veteran’s Day                        Sunday, Nov. 11                    Thursday pickup

            Thanksgiving                          Thursday, Nov. 22                 No change in schedule

            Christmas                               Tuesday, Dec. 25                    Thursday pickup

Listed below are the current water, sewer, and garbage rates, which were adjusted at the February 7^th Town Hall meeting.  The rates below reflect what a 4000-gallon minimum amount will be.  For citizens using more than 4000 gallons in a two-month period, the total will be higher.  Remember, this bill goes out every two months.  The current bill has a payment due date of May 20, 2012 and went out April 30, 2012.

INSIDE TOWN LIMITS		OUTSIDE TOWN LIMITS
WATER	24.52	WATER	49.08
SEWER	24.52	SEWER	49.08
GARBAGE	25.96	GARBAGE	N/A
TOTAL	75.00	TOTAL	98.16

As always, please support our local merchants!!  Our Stoneville Merchants Association Members for 2011-2012 are:

Back-N-Time Antiques	Faye Frye Realty
336-541-5734	336-573-9339
105 North Henry Street	304 North Henry Street
Friday 9:30-4:40, Saturday 1-4	Monday - Saturday 9-5
Other times by Chance or Appointment
Ponderosa Golf Course	Rex & Julia's Antiques
336-573-9025	1-336-465-0913
108 Ponderosa Road	200 East Main Street
7 days/week	Friday - Saturday 10-5
7:30 until Sundown	Other times by Appointment
Summertime Tan & Gifts	T & M Hair Gallery
336-573-4338	336-573-2709
107 North Henry Street	200A North Henry Street
Monday: 1-7:30	Tuesday - Saturday By Appointment
Tuesday - Thursday: 10-7:30
Friday: 10-6
Saturday: 9-12
Air Brush Tanning by Appointment Only
The Drug Store	The Stoneville Barber Shop
336-573-2200	336-573-9995
104 North Henry Street	109 North Henry Street
Monday - Friday 9-6	Wednesday - Saturday 7-1
Saturday 9-12