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CONGRATULATIONS TO THE AWARD RECIPIENTS FOR 2022

HAPPY NEW YEAR OFFICE CLOSED DEC 30TH - JAN 2ND

Congratulations to the 2022 REALTOR® of the Year, President's, James V. Townsend Advocacy, Affiliate, & Rookie Award Recipients

One of the best parts of the end of the year is being able to celebrate those who have done incredibly throughout the year! This year we had some hardworking, volunteer-minded, and exceptional individuals that received awards at our Holiday Gala. We want to thank them for everything they have done for our community and hold a written round of applause for them. They are as follows:

President's Awards: Teresa View, Mark Dow, Paula Dingwall, and Kevin

Wester

Affiliate of the Year: Brian Canady

Rookie of the Year: LaDerek Green

James V. Townsend Advocacy Award: Chet Oehme

REALTOR® of the Year Award: Laurie Linder

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Congratulations to the Longleaf Pine REALTORS® Who have Been Appointed to NC REALTORS® Committees

We would like to put two hands together for a round of applause celebrating the undermentioned individuals for their appointments to the 2023 State Committees. 

Association Executives Committee - Laurie Linder, RVP Liaison

Forms Committee- Laurie Linder & Jimmy Townsend

Diversity Committee - Deno Hondros

Economic Development Committee - Cynthia Ortiz

Image Committee - Logan Geddie, Vice Chair & Wendy Harris

Legislative Committee - Jason Kellum, Appraisal Second Vice Chair &

Mark Dow, Region 3

Professional Standards Committee - Amanda Smith, Chair & Trisha Taris

Innovation Forum - Antonio Jones, Vice Chair & Viktoria Green & David

Zeitz

Please Help the Fayetteville Urban Ministry

The Public Relations Committee is a proud supporter of the Fayetteville Urban Ministry. They are in desperate need of food items to help feed those who need help. Their shelves are bare. Please see the list below and do what you can to help them feed those in our community that cannot afford to buy food for their families.

Please see the list below for the needed items.

Small & Large Peanut Butter

Jelly

Canned Diced Crushed Tomatoes

Canned Whole Crushed Tomatoes

Canned Beef Pork Spam Treat

Large Beef Stew

Small & Large Can Tuna

Small & Large Can Chicken

Ramen Noodles

Canned Pasta

Creamed Condensed Soups

Black Beans

Pinto Beans

Pork Beans

Kidney Beans

Refried Beans

Can Peas

Can Carrots

Can Greens

Black Eyed Peas

Grits

Oatmeal

Hamburger Helper

Stuffing

Pancake Mix

Flour 

Sugar

Corn Meal

Corn Bread Mix

Cereal

Muffin Mixes

Cookie Mixes

Cake Mixes

Boxed Pasta

Canned Mixed Veggies

Rice Mix

Mac n Cheese

Spaghetti Sauce

Canned Fruit

Can Corn

Broth or Gravy 

Instant Potatoes 

Crackers

Frosting

Canned Potatoes

Canned Pumpkin

Cranberry Sauce

Protein Drinks Ensure

Sweet Potatoes & Yam

Baby Formula

Baby Foods

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Happening on February 15th & 16th from 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

RECHARGE! is a 12-hour learning event designed for real estate agents who want to take their business to the next level of production. This is a perfect course for top producing agents who want to sharpen their business skills or brand-new agents who want to build their business on the right foundation.

Some of the Topics Covered:

1. A Belief System for Success

2. World’s Simplest Business Plan

3. Building a Business for Life

4. Selling in Today’s World

5. Ten Step Buyer Process

6. World’s Greatest Listing Presentation

7. Pricing and Positioning Houses to Sell

Creating Wealth Through Real Estate

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Government Affairs Update

Angie Hedgepeth, Government Affairs Director for the Association, attends all the local meetings each month, as well as NAR® and NCAR® meetings, and keeps members abreast of the multiple issues being addressed in local, state, and national government. She prepares reports on the meetings she attends and they are included in the weekly "Government Affairs Update". View More Posts

She recently released her fifth issue of the GADZETTE which you can read by clicking here. It chronicles the recent government updates, RPAC wins, and a presidentially inspired recipe.

City of Fayetteville Seeking Applications for Boards and Commissions

The City of Fayetteville is currently seeking residents to help fill vacancies for the following boards and commissions: 

• Airport Commission – 5 Vacancies 

• Community Police Advisory Board – 6 Vacancies 
• Fair Housing Board – 1 Vacancy 
• Fayetteville Advisory Committee on Transit (FACT) – 2 Vacancies 
• Fayetteville City Planning Commission – 4 Vacancies 
• Fayetteville City Zoning Commission – 1 Vacancy 
• Fayetteville-Cumberland Human Relations Commission – 2 Vacancies 
• Historic Resources Commission – 4 Vacancies 
• Joint City and County Appearance Commission – 1 Vacancy 
• Joint Fayetteville Cumberland County Senior Citizen Advisory Board – 2 Vacancies 
• Liner Park, Inc. – 3 Vacancies 
• Millennial Commission – 4 Vacancies 
• North Carolina Firefighter’s Relief Fund Board of Trustees – 1 Vacancy 
• Personnel Review Board – 6 Vacancies 
• Public Arts Commission – 3 Vacancies 
• Stormwater Advisory Board – 5 Vacancies 

Boards and commissions are a great way for residents to engage in their community and continue to build a greater Fayetteville. Volunteers who are appointed to the boards and commissions by City Council serve as the link that connects residents to its governing body and serve as advisors that help shape the policies and programs of Fayetteville. 

Applicants can apply now through January 31, 2023, at Fayettevillenc.gov/boards. All qualified applications will be presented to the Appointments Committee in February. City Council will then approve the recommended applicants at a regular meeting in March 2023. 

For more information on how to get involved on boards and commissions please email boards@fayettevillenc.gov or call Jennifer Ayre, Deputy City Clerk at 910.433.1312.

Cumberland County Seeking Seats for Boards and Commissions

The Cumberland County Board of Commissioners recognizes the importance of public participation in good governance and invites County residents to apply to serve on the County’s citizen advisory boards.

Some of these boards meet during the day. Before submitting an application, please check the meeting schedule to be sure you are able to attend the meetings. Click on the links above to view a description of the citizen advisory boards, meeting schedules, and current vacancies.

YOU MUST BE A RESIDENT OF CUMBERLAND COUNTY TO APPLY

Links and Resources

• Descriptions and Current Members
• Vacancies

You may submit your downloaded application by fax to 678-7770 or mail to PO Box 1829, Fayetteville, North Carolina 28302-1829.