Tuesday, November 30, 2010

New Ideas?

It has been several months since we began Lee Linked, our social media program.  We also have deployed Phase II of Lee Linked, which included two pieces of technology that no other local government in the State is using: live chat and Quick Response Codes.  We want to take a moment and gather feedback on all this new techonology and your thoughts on improvements to the program.  A discussion of new techonology you would like to see used by your local government is also relevant.  Please let us know how we are doing.  Email us at linked@leecountync.gov, Facebook us here, or chat with us here

IF YOU REALLY WANT TO EXCITE US, scan the QR Code below from your smartphone (Blackberry, Android phone, i-Phone, etc.) and send us an email from your phone!  Just download a free QR Code reader, scan the code and send the email.  It's that easy.  Many free readers exist, and a Google search will reveal most of them.  I-nigma seems to work across many smartphones and most types of codes, and you can download it by visiting http://www.i-nigma.mobi/ from your phone.  On the Android market, "Barcode Scanner" works exceptionally well too.  These are just a couple, and the choice is entirely yours.  Lee County Government does not endorse nor has any affiliation with any such QR Code applications.

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December Holiday Schedule

Please review the Calendar of Events section of the Lee County website for information on December holiday closings.

Click Here for Schedule

Friday, November 19, 2010

Eat Smart Move More Weigh Less (formerly NoonLiting)

What's your New Years resolution? To lose weight? We can help! is a 16-week weight management program to help you change bad eating habits and learn nutritional sound methods to lose and maintain a healthy weight. Class will be offered on Wednesdays at noon beginning January 26, 2011. Fee is $28 and must be paid in advance. Join today!

24th Annual Farm-City Ladies' Luncheon

The 24th Annual Farm-City Ladies' Luncheon will be held on Wednesday, December 1, 2010 at the McSwain Extension Education and Agriculture Center. We will begin serving at 11:45 a.m. and conclude our program by 1:00 p.m. Lunch will cost $8 per person and tickets must be purchased in advance at the McSwain Center. To get us moving into the holidays with the Eat Smart Move More Maintain Don't Gain Holiday Challenge, our speaker will be Greg Moore, Eat Smart, Move More, Weigh Less Lead Instructor with NC Cooperative Extension at NCSU . You won’t want to miss this exciting speaker! The Farm-City Ladies' Luncheon is sponsored annually by Lee County Extension and Community Association, Area Farm Women, Kiwanis Club of Sanford and North Carolina Cooperative Extension. If you would like to submit a recipe, please e-mail it to kay_morton@ncsu.edu no later than Nov. 22, 2010.

Tuesday, November 16, 2010

Action from 11-15-10 Commissioners Meeting

The Lee County Board of Commissioners met on November 15, 2010.  Action taken at that meeting can be viewed by clicking here.

Wednesday, November 10, 2010

11-15-10 Agenda for Commissioners Meeting

The Lee County Board of Commissioners will meet on November 15, 2010 for their second meeting of the month.  Click here to review the agenda.

Monday, November 8, 2010

Be Prepared: Staying Safe and Healthy in Winter Weather

Winter storms and cold temperatures can be hazardous, but if you plan ahead, you can stay safe and healthy. Prepare your home and cars. Keep emergency kits stocked. Be ready for power outages. Wear appropriate clothing. Check on children, the elderly and pets.
Click here for an in-depth discussion - courtesy of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Tuesday, November 2, 2010

Live Chat

We have assisted many, many citizens over the last several months through our LiveChat software.  Have you had an opportunity to communicate with county staff through this medium?  Tell us about your experience.  To access LiveChat, visit our county website at http://www.leecountync.gov/ and click on the "Chat with us LIVE!" image on the right side of the page.

Monday, November 1, 2010

Action Taken at November 1, 2010 Commissioners Meeting

The Lee County Board of Commissioners met for their regular meeting on November 1, 2010.  Action taken at the meeting may be reviewed by clicking here.

The 8th Annual Lee County Schools' Family Health and Benefits Fair

Please support Lee County Schools and Central Carolina Community College as they host this very well planned health fair.  The date is Tuesday, November 2nd, from 10am to 3pm in the Main Exhibit Hall at the Dennis Wicker Civic Center.  If you attend, you will leave with vital information to improve your family's life.

Thank you!
Lee County Public Health