Elizabeth City Area Chamber of Commerce March 2021 E-Newsletter

WELCOME NEW MEMBERS

Pasquotank Farm Bureau, Alex Fiorillo-Agent

Alex Fiorillo

For more information:

(252) 338-0173

911 Halstead Blvd.

Elizabeth City, NC 27909

allex.fiorillo@ncfbins.com

www.ncfbins.com

INSURANCE AGENCY

Select Rental Services

Julia Moore

For more information:

(252) 335-8633

1100 W. Ehringhaus St. Suite B

Elizabeth City, NC 27909

julia@selectrentalservices.com

www.selectrentalservices.com

PROPERTY MANAGEMENT

Thank you to our Ambassador Team

The Chamber is lucky to have a special group of people who volunteer their time to further our mission and ensure our members are connected and supported by the Chamber and the business community.

BB Barco - BB&T

Cheryl Bright - Townebank Mortgage

Kelly Campbell - Townebank of Currituck

Greg Dillard-The Legacy Agency, Elizabeth City

Meleka Dipietro, United Country Real Estate

Rachelle Gunter - COA Small Business Center

Jessica James - Taylor Mueller Realty

Travis James - Taylor Mueller Realty

Reanna Jimenez - ECSU Foundation

Christina King - Comfort Inn

Melanie Metzler - B&M Contractors

Cortney Simpson - NCWorks

March Member Moment

COMING SOON!

IN PARTNERSHIP WITH EYE CANDY DIGITAL VIDEO, WE WILL BE PREMIERING A NEW VIDEO ADDITION TO OUR MEMBER MOMENT FEATURE THIS MONTH.

Corporate Partnership Brochure

The Coastie Corner

Progress on the COVID Vaccine Front

Since we originally received our Pfizer COVID Vaccines in late December, 2020, the Base Elizabeth City clinic has administered over 1800 vaccines to Active duty, Reserve, and civilian employees spanning all types of Coast Guard units across the state of North Carolina. I’ve sent them down to Wilmington and Atlantic Beach to distribute the vaccines to units to our south, and they’ve been up to Base Portsmouth to assist with vaccinations in Virginia. They’ve even worked with Air Station Elizabeth City to move the vaccine by air to support Coast Guard Cutters in Charleston, SC. It has been a busy couple months – but we’re really making good progress in vaccinating our crews. I was thankful to receive my vaccine after reviewing the available information on it, and had very little symptomatic response following the first and second doses. Coast Guard wide, we’ve successfully distributed over 38,000 vaccinations. Here in E-City, we were also happy to be able to support the Albemarle Regional Health Services vaccination events being held nearby at the Elizabeth City Regional Airport. Like most, I’m looking forward to the day when the COVID-19 pandemic is no longer a threat.

On other exciting news, I wanted to also provide a quick update for the Coast Guard Half-Marathon and 5K which as you read this - is rapidly approaching! We are not the only ones excited about the Coast Guard’s first official road race … over 6,000 registrants have joined up to be part of the inaugural crew to run this race in March. Current registrants hail from all 50 states plus DC, Puerto Rico, the Virgin Islands as well as 10 countries and 4 different continents. I am glad to see the excitement for this event continue to swell and hope that you’re joining in! If you are interested, more details of this event can be found at CoastGuardRun.com or by contacting the Visit Elizabeth City staff.

Hope after all the rain over the last month or so, you’re keeping safe and dry! Remember even the coastal waters remain cold into early to mid-April – if you’re heading out in a boat, be prepared to be in the cold water in an emergency. Your preparation gives us time to get there so we can all talk about it afterwards!

CDR Brook Sherman, Commanding Officer, Base Elizabeth City

Upcoming Events

News from our Members

Albemarle Alliance for Children and Families

Albemarle Floral

Albemarle Home Care and Hospice

Albemarle Medical Associates, PLLC

Albemarle Regional Health Services

Amedisys Hospice

Angel's Fire Protection

Anna Jean Boutique

B&M Contractors, Inc

Camp Cale

Captain D's

1237 North Road Street in Elizabeth City

Chesapeake Regional Healthcare

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City of Elizabeth City

2020 Annual Drinking Water Quality Report

City of Elizabeth City

Water System Number: 04-70-010

We are pleased to present to you this year's Annual Drinking Water Quality Report. This report is a snapshot of last year’s water quality. Included are details about your source(s) of water, what it contains, and how it compares to standards set by regulatory agencies. Our constant goal is to provide you with a safe and dependable supply of drinking water. We want you to understand the efforts we make to continually improve the water treatment process and protect our water resources. We are committed to ensuring the quality of your water and to providing you with this information because informed customers are our best allies. If you have any questions about this report or concerning your water, please contact Raymond Staten, Water Treatment Superintendent at (252) 337-6647. We want our valued customers to be informed about their water utility. If you want to learn more, please watch the City’s Cable TV access channel 11 for water related information and to review the City’s Council agenda for upcoming items related to water supply or visit the City’s website at www.cityofec.com. Regular council meetings are held on the second and fourth Monday of each month at 7 pm in the Gardner Building located at 306 East Colonial Avenue.

Read the Full Report Here

Coastal Carolina Cannabis Center

Coastal Purl, LLC

Coastal Staffing

College of the Albemarle

College of the Albemarle Foundation

College of the Albemarle Small Business Center

Crank Shoe Repair Shop

Doctor Francis A. Bald & Associates

Two Locations:

2224 S. Croatan Highway Suite 7

Nags Head, NC 27959

252-441-4300

1134 N Road Street Building 7

Elizabeth City, NC 27909

252-338-8077

DR. FRANCIS A. BALD & ASSOCIATES

Please call today for an estimate.

At both locations we pull teeth AND place implants, do biopsies, and many other services. We will file your insurance for you.

We participate with Care Credit, Scratchpay, and Lending Club if you need to make a payment plan.

A new patient comment recently commented, "Every time I come to the office the ladies are very welcoming. Dr. Bald also makes me laugh and feel very welcome."

We look forward to serving you. As we move forward during this pandemic, Dr. Bald is now seeing all patients, not just emergencies.

www.docbald.com

Doctors Morris & Taylor, LTD

Dollar Saver Plus Magazine

Since 1986, Dollar Saver Magazine has been serving only the Greenville/Winterville area of Pitt County with direct mail marketing, providing powerful yet cost-effective use of a business’s marketing budget. We are now expanding to include ALL of Pitt, Beaufort, and Martin Counties. AND, we have added various zip codes in Elizabeth City, Tarboro, Rocky Mount, Wilson, Goldsboro, Kinston, and New Bern.

Offering over 34 years of experience, our new “PLUS” magazine now offers a brand recognition that our competitors can’t match. We’ve added content pages to include comics, word-games, editorial articles, state-wide events calendar, restaurant directory, and a children’s coloring contest, thus making it a “resource” for homes and businesses.

We are proud to deliver a professionally-designed, response-driven, full-color direct mail magazine with proven results of visibility, traffic, and sales for our advertisers. Our magazine is mailed to more than 190,000 homes and businesses every other month.

Lee Hemink

Dollar Saver Plus Magazine

Regional Account Representative

252-751-3074

Down Home Sheds

East Carolina Radio, INC

Education Foundation

Elder Help

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Elizabeth City Pasquotank County Economic Development Commission

Elizabeth City / Pasquotank County is currently in need of a new Economic Development Director to maintain and promote Elizabeth City / Pasquotank County’s reputation for proactive, attentive, and effective economic development. The Economic Development Director acts as a first point of contact for businesses seeking to locate or expand in Elizabeth City / Pasquotank County.

For More Information

Elizabeth City Habitat For Humanity

Sheetrock is now up and walls are painted in the new Habitat for Humanity house. We are getting excited about the progress that we have made but we’re not done yet! There’s a lot still to be done before our new homeowner can move in.

The end of construction is always expensive, and we are looking for donors to help with those expenses. Items that we still need: interior doors ($1400 for 9), ceiling fans ($300 for 5), light fixtures ($150 for 3), and bathroom lights ($90 for 2). We will also need unfinished kitchen cabinets and closet wire shelving but we don’t have exact measurements or costs at this time.

We also need volunteers for this final finishing stage. The youngest person on our construction crew will get his Medicare card in a few months. We need young volunteers! This is a great opportunity for businesses and offices to donate a few hours to a good cause. We usually work from 9-12, Tuesday to Saturday. To address safety concerns, we are limiting the number of people on site to 6 and we provide masks. Contact Jane Elfring, 252-384-0115, for information if you can help.

Jane Elfring

Vice-President, Elizabeth City Habitat for Humanity

For more information: Elizabeth City HFH

ECPC Senior Center

The ECPC Senior Center would like to recognize the senior citizens of Elizabeth City/Pasquotank County for their outstanding service throughout our community. This was developed to honor persons who are making significant contributions through their time, talents, and dedication. Please nominate someone that you feel is deserving of this honor. A senior from each age group listed below will be chosen for recognition, as well as an overall annual 2021 Outstanding Senior Citizen. The honorees chosen should serve as role models for compassion and be striving to help make our community a better place.

Nomination Form

ECSU Foundation, Inc.

Elizabeth City State University

EyeCandy Digital Video

EZ Tow and Services, LLC

F&H Print Sign Design. LLC

Fusion Office Business Centers

Fusion Office Business Centers offers a variety of packages to suit all types of businesses - big and small, local and out-of-area.

Whether you work out of your home or need a dedicated space to conduct your business-we have you covered.

The best part-flexibility! Fusion Office Business Centers will not lock you in to a long-term lease. Enjoy a flexible office experience without all of the expenses of traditional office space.

For more information, contact Sandi Ayres at

sayres@fusionobc.com or 252-319-6002.

Green Saves Green

H2OBX Waterpark

Hall & Nixon Real Estate

Phyllis Bosomworth and Erin Nixon are pleased to announce the Sales Agent and the Listing Agent for January 2021

Sales Agent of the Month for January 2021 is Rhonda B. Twiddy

Rhonda is a native and lifelong resident of Elizabeth City and has 40 years of experience in sales, business development and organizational management. Rhonda’s commitment to excellent service guides her clients to successful real estate decisions. Her extensive community knowledge makes her an asset to her clients. She serves as Past Chair of the Elizabeth City-Pasquotank County Tourism Development Authority, serves on the board of the Committee of 100 and is a Rotarian. Rhonda has been a Mega-Million Producer since 2017 and was recently recognized for the 2020 Highest Volume Sold by an Individual.

Listing Agent of the Month for December 2020 is Marie Chandler

Marie began her real estate career in 1995 after working for many years as an accountant in the construction industry. Since 1996 she has been a top selling or listing agent in the Albemarle area and was Realtor of the Year in 2003. She believes that hard work and caring for her clients has been the key to her success and she is a great asset to the Hall and Nixon team.