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COVID-19 UPDATE
New restrictions for North Carolina residents
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As a reminder, Governor Roy Cooper has placed North Carolina under a Modified Stay at Home Order after a rapid increase in key COVID-19 trends.
As of Friday, December 11, all residents are required to stay at home between the hours of 10 p.m. and 5 a.m. Travel to and from work; to obtain food, medical care, fuel, or social services; or to take care of a family member is exempted.
The order will remain in place until at least
January 8, 2021.
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STAY SAFE THIS HOLIDAY SEASON
COVID-19 holiday reminders
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This pandemic will not slow down during the holiday season, so make your gift this year a commitment to staying safe and helping reduce the spread of COVID-19.
To protect yourself and your loved ones, both now and over the holidays, remember to follow the 3 W’s: wear a mask, wash your hands, and wait 6 feet apart.
A few merry modifications:
- Have a virtual holiday party in your Christmas pajamas
- Cook and prepare meals safely to deliver to neighbors
- Open presents virtually with friends and family
Better days are ahead; please take care of yourself and each other until they arrive.
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HELP FOR OUR NEIGHBORS
Available resources for those in need
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Pandemic assistance is available to Charlotte Water customers.
Funding is available to help residents pay bills, but millions of dollars in resources will expire on December 31, 2020.
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The Mecklenburg County Department of Social Services is disbursing Low Income Energy Assistance Program (LIEAP) funds to eligible families.
LIEAP is a federal program that assists households with their home heating needs.
Call 704-336-3000 or 704-432-1111 or visit this website for more details.
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STAFF SPOTLIGHT: CORPORAL GRAHAM SMITH
Introducing the people behind the Town
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Meet Corporal Graham Smith
If you're a fan of the Town's annual shred event, medicine drop, and National Night Out, then you know his work.
Corporal Smith joined the Cornelius Police Department in 2015. He spent his first few years in patrol, including a two-year stint patroling Lake Norman.
In 2019, Smith was promoted to Corporal and began overseeing our popular PD-sponsored community events.
From Coffee with a Cop to our annual senior luncheon, Corporal Smith takes pride in giving back to the community that supports the PD so well.
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"I'm fortunate to work in Cornelius," Smith said. "The Police Department is very supported by the community, and I love having the opportunity to support them in return. We try to go above and beyond to have a positive impact on the community, especially nowadays. That's the 'Cornelius Way.'" |
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One of the highlights of Corporal Smith's year is our annual Christmas Adoption Program. Each year, the PD works with community leaders to identify local families in need of a little holiday help.
"Once we have a list of names, we then reach out to the community looking for families to 'adopt' another family for the holiday," Smith explains. "The response from the community is incredible. In fact, we usually have more help than we can handle!"
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The sponsor families shop for and wrap gifts to be delivered to the family in time for Christmas. Pre-COVID, the sponsor family could travel with the officers to deliver the gifts, allowing the two families to meet and greet.
"It's a beautiful thing to witness," said Smith. "The families are extremely grateful for the help and the sponsor families are grateful for the opportunity to give back."
This year, the Christmas Adoption Program looks a little different. Sponsor families will drop the gifts off at the Police Department, and the officers will safely deliver them next Saturday, December 19.
Special thanks to Corporal Graham Smith, the entire PD, and our supportive community for making this event a success from year to year!
Want to learn more about how the PD supports our community?
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CELEBRATE WITH PARC
Make it a December to remember!
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Looking to bring the holiday fun this season? Our PARC Department has you covered!
See this month's calendar of events for a list of fun and festive activities for all in the family.
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To all in our community:
May the holiday season end the present year on a cheerful note and make way for a safe and bright New Year!
- The Town of Cornelius
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Town of Cornelius Communications || Website || Email || 704.892.6031
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