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Vision Statement
Vision to
Improve the
Lifestyle and
Landscape of
Ayden through
Growth and
Enrichment
A clean, safe, and
attractive community
that encompasses
characteristics of a
village; consisting of an
economically thriving
retail and service
Historic downtown
district that is
abutted by residential
neighborhoods providing
a good mix of housing
options and that are
within walking distance
to downtown and
recreational
opportunities; and that
are all
surrounded by a
flourishing and
prosperous commercial
and industrial corridor.
Ayden is a vibrant
community with
hometown charm.
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“One of America’s Best Small Communities to Raise a Family”~ U.S. Media Group, 2013
Coming Up….
Thanksgiving Sanitation Schedule
Nov. 20th: Monday’s Route
Nov. 21st: Tuesday & Wednesday’s Route
Nov. 22nd: Recycling
Nov. 23rd-24th: NO COLLECTION
Christmas Sanitation Schedule
Dec. 25th:-Dec. 26th: NO COLLECTION
Dec. 27th: Monday’s Route
Dec. 28th: Tuesday & Wednesday’s route
Dec. 29th: Recycling
January Sanitation Schedule
Jan. 1st: NO COLLECTION
Jan. 2nd: Monday’s Route
Jan. 3rd: Tuesday & Wednesday’s Route
Jan. 4th: Recycle Route
Featured News: Ayden Police Department
During the holiday season, the Ayden
Police Department urges residents to
secure gifts in their cars out of sight
while shopping.
Also, if you are having packages delivered to your home
while you are at work or away, have a neighbor keep a
look out and sign for the items. This way you won’t have
packages in your door or on your porch that could be
easily taken by a thief.
If you plan on being away for the holidays, we always
encourage residents to stop by the Police Department and
complete a house check form. This lets us know that you
are away and we will check the residence each day and
night until you return.
Enjoy a Safe Holiday Season
Holiday safety is an issue that burns brightest from late
November to mid-January, the time when families
gather, parties are scheduled and travel spikes. By taking
some basic precautions, you can ensure your whole
family remains safe and injury-free throughout the
season.
Turkey Fryers
While many subscribe to the theory any fried food is
good – even if it's not necessarily good for you – there is
reason to be on alert if you're thinking of celebrating the
holidays by frying a turkey.
The Consumer Product Safety Commission reports there
have been 168 turkey-fryer related fires, burns,
explosions or carbon monoxide poisoning incidents
since 2002. CPSC says 672 people have been injured
and $8 million in property damage losses have resulted
from these incidents.
NSC discourages the use of turkey fryers at home and
urges those who prefer fried turkey to seek out
professional establishments or consider a new oil-less
turkey fryer. But for those who don't heed that advice,
please follow these precautions:
Set up the fryer more than 10 feet from the
house and keep children away
Find flat ground; the oil must be even and steady to
ensure safety
Use a thawed and dry turkey; any water will cause
the oil to bubble furiously and spill over
Fryer lid and handle can become very hot and cause
burns
Have a fire extinguisher ready at all times
* Information obtained from National Safety Council
Community Policing Officer, Jenny Clark, enjoyed
participating in the Tip A Cop event at Red Robin
benefiting the Special Olympics on October 21st.
CONTACT INFORMATION
Town of Ayden
4144 West Avenue/P.O. Box 219
Ayden, NC 28513-0219
(252) 481-5817
http://www.ayden.com
FOR PUBLIC WORKS & UTILITIES
EMERGENCIES
Ayden Customer Service at Town Hall
Call During Normal Business Hrs. (252) 481-5823/481-5821
Ayden Police Dept.
Call Nights/Weekends/Holidays (252) 481-5844
Town of Ayden
Inc. in 1891 - 2014 Population 5,018
Council – Manager Form of Government
A Full Service Municipal Government Offering
Electric, Water, Sewer, Solid Waste,
Recreation, Police, Fire and EMS Services
to the Ayden community.
Governing Body
Stephen W. Tripp, Mayor
Ivory Mewborn, Commissioner 1st Ward
Mary Alice Davenport, Commissioner 2nd Ward
Michael Harris, Commissioner 3rd Ward
Donnie Skinner, Mayor Pro-Tem/
Commissioner 4th Ward
Phyllis Ross, Commissioner 5th Ward
Management Staff
Steven L. Harrell, Town Manager
Sarah Radcliff, Executive Asst./Town Clerk
Stephen Smith, Planning Director
Barry Stanley, Chief of Police
James Proctor, Public Works & Utilities Director
Robert Taylor, Jr., Finance Director
Tommy Duncan, Arts & Recreation Director
Rachelle Mondovich, Librarian
Al Butts, Interim Housing Director
DECEMBER
Dec. 11th: 7pm—Governing Board
Meeting*
Dec. 12th: 6:30pm—Main Street
Committee, Community Bldg.
Dec. 18th: 7pm—Planning Board Meeting*
Dec. 18th: 6pm Arts/Rec Foundation of
Ayden Meeting, Community Bldg.
Dec. 20th—Pitt County Schools Early
Release Day
Dec. 21st-Jan. 1st—Pitt County Schools
Closed
Dec. 25th and 26th—Town Offices Closed
in Observance of the Christmas
Holiday
*Please call 481-5826 three(3) days prior to meeting time if you need special accommodations to attend.
JANUARY
Jan. 1st: Town Offices and Pitt County Schools Closed
Jan. 8th: 7pm—Governing Board Mtg.*
Jan. 9th: 6:30pm—Main Street Committee, Community Bldg.
Jan. 15th: Town Offices and Pitt County Schools Closed for Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Jan. 16th: 7pm—Planning Board Mtg.*
Jan. 22nd and 23rd: Pitt County Schools Teacher Workdays
Jan. 23rd: 7pm—Community Policing
Jan. 25th: Pitt County Schools Teacher Workday
Jan. 25th: 6:30pm—Arts & Rec. Board Mtg.
Customer Hot List
NEED TO KNOW ITEMS.. .
Wise Words: “The best preparation for tomorrow is doing your best today.” ~H. Jackson Brown, Jr.
If you know individuals involved in
committing a crime in Ayden,
please consider reporting it. You
need not fear your name/info will
be revealed in any way to anyone;
it will be kept anonymous. Please
call (252) 758-7777 or visit:
www.crimestopper.org
We need your help! The Barbecue Festival Committee and the Collard Festival Committee are in need of volunteers to join their committees. The Barbecue Festival Committee meets the 1st Tuesday of each month at the Ayden Operations Center at 6:30pm. The Collard Festival Committee meets the 2nd Thursday of each month at the Ayden Operations Center. If you are interested in joining either of these committees, please contact Sarah Radcliff, Town Clerk, at (252) 481-5826.
DO YOU CHECK YOUR AIR FILTER REGULARLY?
Did you know a dirty filter can increase your cooling costs by up to 15% and increase your heating costs by up to 25% according to the U.S. Dept. of Energy? Your Cooling and Heating System is designed to run with a clean filter. A dirty filter reduces the airflow, so it must run longer. Check your filter on a regular basis. If it looks dirty, it is and it’s time to replace it. Replacing your Cooling and Heating System’s filter when needed is the best maintenance investment you can make in the entire house!
Easy Christmas Sugar Cookie Cutouts from Betty Crocker Ingredients
Cookies 1 pouch (17.5 oz) Betty Crocker Sugar Cookie Mix 3 Tablespoons All Purpose Flour 1/2 cup butter, melted 1 egg Frosting 2 1/4 cups powdered sugar 2-4 TBSP milk 1/4 TSP Vanilla *Food Coloring and sprinkles as desired for decoration 1. Heat oven to 375°F. In a large bowl, stir cookie mix, flour,
melted butter and egg until soft dough forms. 2. On floured surface, roll dough 1/4 inch thick. Cut into
desired shapes with 3-inch cookie cutters. On ungreased cookie sheets, place cutouts 2 inches apart.
3. Bake 7-9 minutes or until edges are light golden brown. Cool 2 minutes; remove from cookie sheets to cooling rack. Cool completely, about 15 minutes.
4. In medium bowl, beat powdered sugar, 2-4 TBSP milk, and the vanilla with spoon until smooth and spreadable. If frosting is too stiff, add additional milk. 1 TBSP at a time. Tint with food color. Spread frosting on cooled cookies. Decorate as desired with candy sprinkles and colored sugars. Let stand about 30 minutes or until frosting is set. Store covered in airtight container with wax paper between layers.
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