Town of Duck News: July 15, 2012

Second North Carolina Primary Election on Tuesday, July 17, 2012
A second Primary Election is scheduled for Tuesday, July 17, 2012.  The Duck voting location is the Duck Meeting Hall, 1200 Duck Road.  The polls are open from 6:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.  There will be a number of activities occurring at the Duck Municipal Facility on Tuesday.  There will be parking spaces specifically dedicated for voters in the front of the Town Office Building.  Please remember to vote!  For the sample ballot, click here.

 

Events for the Week of July 16, 2012

Tuesday, July 17, 2012 - Plants, Critters & Bugs and Toy Time. Toy Time with Kitty Hawk Kites begins at 9:15 a.m. on the Duck Town Green.  Kitty Hawk Kites will have a variety of toys available for everyone to enjoy.  Plants, Critters & Bugs presented by the Elizabethan Gardens and sponsored by Kitty Hawk Kites will begin at 10:00 a.m. in the Duck Amphitheater.  Gates are set to open at 9:30 a.m.  Seating is on a first-come, first-serve basis, and there is no guarantee of entry if the venue is full.  Please come early and enjoy Toy Time on the Town Green and the show!

Tuesday, July 17, 2012 - "Duck Unplugged" with Connected.  "Duck Unplugged", Duck's Singer/Songwriter Series will be at 6:00 p.m. in the Duck Amphitheater.  This jazz group from Elizabeth City, North Carolina, is back on the Duck Amphitheater stage after two appearances at the Duck Jazz Festival.  They perform sounds ranging from New Orleans to contemporary jazz melodies.

Wednesday, July 18, 2012 - Family Magic Show at 10:00 a.m - Witness incredible illusions, mind-bending magic, comedy, and audience participation that the entire family will love - live on stage by OBXTreme Magic.  Although this event is free, tickets will be required for entry as seating in the amphitheater is limited.  Visit Kellogg's Supply and The Cottage Shop, 1201 Duck Road beginning the Monday before the show for tickets.  There is a six ticket maximum for the event.  All attendees, of any age, must possess a ticket for entrance.  No tickets will be available at the show and non-ticket holders are not guaranteed admittance.  So please, get your tickets early as they normally are completely gone by noon on Monday.
Thursday, July 19, 2012 - Story Time at 10:00 a.m.  Join us for Story Time, sponsored by Duck's two bookstores: Duck's Cottage and Island Bookstore, on Thursday, July 12, 2012 in the Duck Amphitheater.  Story Time is geared to children between the ages of 3 and 7.  Children attending must be accompanied by an adult. Remember to bring a blanket or lawn chairs for events on the Duck Town Green.  Beach umbrellas or tents are NOT permitted within the Duck Town Park.  All events are outside and free.  In the case of inclement weather or site or performer unavailability, an activity may be cancelled.  Changes will be posted on the Town's website and social media, as well as at the Town Park.  For more information on Duck's Summer Events, visit the Events page of our website. 

Town Council Adopts Resolution Opposing the Proposed Dominion North Carolina Power Rate Increase
At its regular meeting on Thursday, July 5, 2012, the Duck Town Council approved a resolution opposing a proposed rate increase by Dominion North Carolina Power (DNCP).  On March 30, 2012, DNCP submitted an application to the North Carolina Utilities Commission to increase rates in North Carolina overall by 19.11%  including a 21% increase for residential customers.  DNCP serves 120,000 customers in North Carolina, including those located on the Outer Banks.  DNCP states in its application that it has not increased base rates (excluding fuel charge increases) since 1993, and that the increases are need to continue to provide reliable service by maintaining and upgrading facilities.  The 21% rate increase would increase average monthly bill of a residential customer using 1,000 kilowatt hours of electricity from $104 to $119, according to DNCP.

A hearing on the proposed rate increase will be held in Manteo on Thursday, September 6, 2012 at 7:00 p.m. at the Dare County Governmental Facilities.  Written comments may be sent to Mr. Robert Gruber, Executive Director, Public Staff - NC Utilities Commission, 4326 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-4326 and/or The Honorable Roy Cooper, Attorney General of North Carolina, c/o Utilities Division, 9001 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC  27699-9001.  Information on the proposed rate increase can be found at the Dominion North Carolina Site and the North Carolina Utilities Commission website.

Google Map of Duck Town Park & Boardwalk, Restaurants, and Shopping Centers Online
A Google Map listing Duck's restaurants, eateries, and shopping centers, along with locations and websites, is now online.  Special thanks to the Outer Banks Visitors Bureau for helping to create this for our use. 


Fishing Licenses are Required to Fish from Town Park Fishing/Crabbing Platform
Please remember that Fishing Licenses are required to fish from the Duck Town Park's Fishing/Crabbing Platform.  Fishing is regulated by the North Carolina Department of Natural Resources Division of Marine Fisheries and not by the Town.  For additional information, visit the NCDMF site. 


Volunteers Sought for Duck Jazz Festival
We are looking for volunteers to assist with all aspects of this year's Duck Jazz Festival set for Sunday, October 7, 2012.  This includes pre-event administrative activities, pre-event coordination and set up, day of activities, and post event wrap up.  If you are interested, please send an email to info@townofduck.com with "Duck Jazz Festival Volunteer" in the subject line.


Town of Duck Now on Google+ , Pinterest, FourSquare, Instagram, and Flickr
In addition to Facebook, Twitter, Nixle, and YouTube, the Town is now on Google+ , Pinterest, FourSquare, Instagram, and Flickr. If you use Google+, please find us at the "Town of Duck" and add us to one of your circles! If you are on Pinterest, please follow any or all of our boards! And when you are in Duck, check in to one of our venues on FourSquare. You can also view our feed on Instragram and our photo galleries on Flickr.


Town of Duck Now on Google+ , Pinterest, FourSquare, Instagram, and Flickr
In addition to Facebook, Twitter, Nixle, and YouTube, the Town is now on Google+ , Pinterest, FourSquare, Instagram, and Flickr.  If you use Google+, please find us at the "Town of Duck" and add us to one of your circles!  If you are on Pinterest, please follow any or all of our boards!  And when you are in Duck, check in to one of our venues on FourSquare.   You can also view our feed on Instragram and our photo galleries on Flickr.