Sunday, January 31, 2010
Saturday, January 30, 2010
Some photos of the snow of the season!
If you have some photos send them to Mindy @ mssphotography@aol.com
All Photos have been taken by Mindy Schwartz.
All Photos have been taken by Mindy Schwartz.
Thursday, January 28, 2010
Schools Closed Friday In Anticipation Of Winter Storm
Posted: Jan 28, 2010 5:16 PM CST
NASHVILLE, Tenn. - Several Middle Tennessee school systems, including Davidson County, have already closed schools on Friday in anticipation of winter storms.
A winter storm watch has been issued for Middle Tennessee beginning late Thursday night, and a winter storm warning has been issued for southern Kentucky counties beginning at 6 a.m. Friday.
The National Weather Service said accumulation from the upcoming winter storm will be light at first but will increase with intensity on Friday.
NWS also said Northern Middle Tennessee will see mostly snow, while the southern two thirds of the mid state will see a mixture of rain, freezing rain, sleet and snow. By Friday, all of Middle Tennessee should be seeing snow as colder air moves in.
NASHVILLE, Tenn. - Several Middle Tennessee school systems, including Davidson County, have already closed schools on Friday in anticipation of winter storms.
A winter storm watch has been issued for Middle Tennessee beginning late Thursday night, and a winter storm warning has been issued for southern Kentucky counties beginning at 6 a.m. Friday.
The National Weather Service said accumulation from the upcoming winter storm will be light at first but will increase with intensity on Friday.
NWS also said Northern Middle Tennessee will see mostly snow, while the southern two thirds of the mid state will see a mixture of rain, freezing rain, sleet and snow. By Friday, all of Middle Tennessee should be seeing snow as colder air moves in.
Monday, January 25, 2010
Monday, January 18, 2010
Music City Center
Dear Constituents:
Please see below document outlining my decision regarding the proposed Music City Center scheduled for vote on Tuesday, January 19, 2010. Please contact me if you have difficulty viewing the attached document. Please feel free to share this information with other District 29 residents.
It is a pleasure to serve as your District 29 representative.
Gratefully,
Vivian Wilhoite
Metro Council Member, District 29
589-2003
January 17, 2010
Dear Constituents, After much deliberation I have come to the decision that I will support the Music City Center, the proposed new convention center, in Tuesday’s Council vote.
Throughout the entire process I have kept an open mind and listened to all sides of the issue. I have carefully considered the arguments of opponents and proponents of the new convention center. As you know, I am a neighborhood representative and as such, I believe that our neighborhood will, in the long-term, benefit from the expanded tax base that this project will provide.
In addition, I have attended many neighborhood meetings that included resident and business representatives. I have talked directly to many of you who live in the neighborhood I represent. Based on our conversations and my observations from the meetings, I have found that District 29 is evenly split in its opinion on whether Nashville needs a new convention center. That left me to base much of my decision on the careful study of the cost projections of the new convention center and evaluate the risks involved and compare them with the potential benefits for our neighborhood and our District.
Estimates always provide a risk. But the benefits in local work development, continued neighbor services and a significant increase in the tax base, in my mind, outweigh the current risk we’re taking by building the Music City Center. We are at a critical time where Nashville needs to create new jobs as well as maintain the ones that currently exist. I have worked directly with the Mayor’s Office to ensure that everything will be done to hire local workers to build the convention center. But most importantly, I will continue to work directly with the Mayor's Office to ensure that the neighborhood services earmarked for our area do occur, such as a community center for the youth and seniors, a new fire hall for the men and women that risk their lives to protect our lives and our homes, much needed traffic signals, increased police patrolling, and paving of streets just to name a few.
A city’s health is determined on its economic strength. Neighborhoods need city services, which can only be provided with a strong and diverse tax base. The potential for economic growth that the Music City Center provides will help us secure an economically stable Nashville for years to come.
This decision was not made in haste. My final decision was made after carefully considering what my constituents want and the direct benefits I believe this project will have on our District 29. Please feel free to contact me regarding this or future concerns. It is an honor and a privilege to serve as your council representative.
Sincerely,
Vivian Wilhoite
Councilmember, District 29
www.vivian-29.blogspot.com
Please see below document outlining my decision regarding the proposed Music City Center scheduled for vote on Tuesday, January 19, 2010. Please contact me if you have difficulty viewing the attached document. Please feel free to share this information with other District 29 residents.
It is a pleasure to serve as your District 29 representative.
Gratefully,
Vivian Wilhoite
Metro Council Member, District 29
589-2003
January 17, 2010
Dear Constituents, After much deliberation I have come to the decision that I will support the Music City Center, the proposed new convention center, in Tuesday’s Council vote.
Throughout the entire process I have kept an open mind and listened to all sides of the issue. I have carefully considered the arguments of opponents and proponents of the new convention center. As you know, I am a neighborhood representative and as such, I believe that our neighborhood will, in the long-term, benefit from the expanded tax base that this project will provide.
In addition, I have attended many neighborhood meetings that included resident and business representatives. I have talked directly to many of you who live in the neighborhood I represent. Based on our conversations and my observations from the meetings, I have found that District 29 is evenly split in its opinion on whether Nashville needs a new convention center. That left me to base much of my decision on the careful study of the cost projections of the new convention center and evaluate the risks involved and compare them with the potential benefits for our neighborhood and our District.
Estimates always provide a risk. But the benefits in local work development, continued neighbor services and a significant increase in the tax base, in my mind, outweigh the current risk we’re taking by building the Music City Center. We are at a critical time where Nashville needs to create new jobs as well as maintain the ones that currently exist. I have worked directly with the Mayor’s Office to ensure that everything will be done to hire local workers to build the convention center. But most importantly, I will continue to work directly with the Mayor's Office to ensure that the neighborhood services earmarked for our area do occur, such as a community center for the youth and seniors, a new fire hall for the men and women that risk their lives to protect our lives and our homes, much needed traffic signals, increased police patrolling, and paving of streets just to name a few.
A city’s health is determined on its economic strength. Neighborhoods need city services, which can only be provided with a strong and diverse tax base. The potential for economic growth that the Music City Center provides will help us secure an economically stable Nashville for years to come.
This decision was not made in haste. My final decision was made after carefully considering what my constituents want and the direct benefits I believe this project will have on our District 29. Please feel free to contact me regarding this or future concerns. It is an honor and a privilege to serve as your council representative.
Sincerely,
Vivian Wilhoite
Councilmember, District 29
www.vivian-29.blogspot.com
Friday, January 15, 2010
"2010 CENSUS CAUTIONS"
Be Cautious About Giving Info to Census Workers by Susan Johnson
With the U.S. Census process beginning, the Better Business Bureau (BBB) advises people to be cooperative, but cautious, so as not to become a victim of fraud or identity theft.. The first phase of the 2010 U.S. Census is under way as workers have begun verifying the addresses of households across the country. Eventually, more than 140,000 U.S. Census workers will count every person in the United States and will gather information about every person living at each address including name, age, gender, race, and other relevant data.
The big question is - how do you tell the difference between a U.S. Census worker and a con artist? BBB offers the following advice:
** If a U.S. Census worker knocks on your door, they will have a badge, a handheld device, a Census Bureau canvas bag, and a confidentiality notice. Ask to see their identification and their badge before answering their questions. However, you should never invite anyone you don't know into your home.
** Census workers are currently only knocking on doors to verify address information. Do not give your Social Security number, credit card or banking information to anyone, even if they claim they need it for the U.S. Census.
REMEMBER, NO MATTER WHAT THEY ASK, YOU REALLY ONLY NEED TO TELL THEM HOW MANY PEOPLE LIVE AT YOUR ADDRESS.
While the Census Bureau might ask for basic financial information, such as a salary range, YOU DON'T HAVE TO ANSWER ANYTHING AT ALL ABOUT YOUR FINANCIAL SITUATION. The Census Bureau will not ask for Social Security, bank account, or credit card numbers, nor will employees solicit donations. Any one asking for that information is NOT with the Census Bureau.
AND REMEMBER, THE CENSUS BUREAU HAS DECIDED NOT TO WORK WITH ACORN ON GATHERING THIS INFORMATION. No Acorn worker should approach you saying he/she is with the Census Bureau.
With the U.S. Census process beginning, the Better Business Bureau (BBB) advises people to be cooperative, but cautious, so as not to become a victim of fraud or identity theft.. The first phase of the 2010 U.S. Census is under way as workers have begun verifying the addresses of households across the country. Eventually, more than 140,000 U.S. Census workers will count every person in the United States and will gather information about every person living at each address including name, age, gender, race, and other relevant data.
The big question is - how do you tell the difference between a U.S. Census worker and a con artist? BBB offers the following advice:
** If a U.S. Census worker knocks on your door, they will have a badge, a handheld device, a Census Bureau canvas bag, and a confidentiality notice. Ask to see their identification and their badge before answering their questions. However, you should never invite anyone you don't know into your home.
** Census workers are currently only knocking on doors to verify address information. Do not give your Social Security number, credit card or banking information to anyone, even if they claim they need it for the U.S. Census.
REMEMBER, NO MATTER WHAT THEY ASK, YOU REALLY ONLY NEED TO TELL THEM HOW MANY PEOPLE LIVE AT YOUR ADDRESS.
While the Census Bureau might ask for basic financial information, such as a salary range, YOU DON'T HAVE TO ANSWER ANYTHING AT ALL ABOUT YOUR FINANCIAL SITUATION. The Census Bureau will not ask for Social Security, bank account, or credit card numbers, nor will employees solicit donations. Any one asking for that information is NOT with the Census Bureau.
AND REMEMBER, THE CENSUS BUREAU HAS DECIDED NOT TO WORK WITH ACORN ON GATHERING THIS INFORMATION. No Acorn worker should approach you saying he/she is with the Census Bureau.
Eventually, Census workers may contact you by telephone, mail, or in person at home. However, the Census Bureau will not contact you by Email, so be on the lookout for Email scams impersonating the Census.
Never click on a link or open any attachments in an Email that are supposedly from the U.S. Census Bureau.
PLEASE SHARE THIS INFO WITH FAMILY AND FRIENDS
Never click on a link or open any attachments in an Email that are supposedly from the U.S. Census Bureau.
PLEASE SHARE THIS INFO WITH FAMILY AND FRIENDS
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