Danny Wright new county commission chair
The normally smooth yearly transition to a new Vance County Board of Commissioners chair revealed a difference of opinion between members as to who should lead for the coming calendar year.
The chair of the county commission, unlike the mayor of Henderson, may cast votes on agenda items. He or she conducts the meetings of the board and acts as the chief executive for the county. The chair is also the county’s ranking member of his or her political party.
During yesterday evening’s meeting, Commissioner Deborah Brown nominated member Eddie Wright to chair the commission for 2010. The motion was seconded by member Tim Pegram. With no discussion before the vote, members voted three to three against Eddie Wright’s appointment as the board’s chair.
County Attorney Jonathan Care told the board that the tie vote meant that the motion failed.
The dissenting votes were cast by members Scott Hughes, Dan Brummitt, and Danny Wright. Member Terry Garrison was absent from the regular meeting.
In a second call for nominees, Hughes nominated Danny Wright for the position, citing Danny Wright’s recent announcement published in The Daily Dispatch that he would not seek re-election in 2010 by noting that Danny Wright “is in the last year of his last term”. The motion was seconded by Brown.
In the second vote on the matter of determining the commission’s chair, Eddie Wright cast the sole dissenting vote. Pegram did not cast a vote on the motion, stating, “I ain’t going to vote twice”.
A failure to vote is counted as an affirmative vote.
In accepting the commission chair, Danny Wright told outgoing chair Brummitt that “you represented us well”.
“I don’t have any hidden agendas,” Danny Wright went on to say in thanking the board for the opportunity to serve.
The board went on to re-elect Eddie Wright to the position of vice-chair.
In other yearly appointments, Kelly Grissom was re-elected to the office of county clerk, Jerry Ayscue to the position of county manager, Jonathan Care to county attorney, and Steven Stanton as finance officer.
It is so sad to see Danny not running for re-election. He is so caring and is one of the finest Christian men I have ever known. He has led Vance County through some trying times and has always had a vision of the future. I know this is a loss to the county but a real treat for his grandchildren. Thanks, Danny, for years of service and enjoy your family!
Comment by Nancy Ormond — December 8, 2009 @ 10:06 am
We are knee deep in trying times–do you see any change with the present “leaders” of the City and County?
Comment by north star — December 8, 2009 @ 11:12 am
MEE–Is on WIZS being a total idiot! She is the biggest bigot on the City Council. She believes in blacks rule and turn on WIZS and listen to her hatred.
Comment by north star — December 8, 2009 @ 11:21 am
Thank you, Danny, for all the years you served our county and the many, long hours you gave away from your family in doing so…your service has been a huge asset to this county and will be forever remembered…enjoy your time now, even more so, with Betty, your children and grandchildren!
Comment by Betty Mitchell Freitag — December 8, 2009 @ 11:58 am
This doen’t meeet with MEE’s approval (but, this is just her opinion as a private citizen.) she maybe JUST a
private citizen giving her opinion, but she is also a public official and what she says spills over into that arena. Doesn’t she realize how racist she sounds?
Comment by galloping gourmet — December 8, 2009 @ 12:31 pm
In spite of all the “Warm and Fuzzys”, I am troubled that our Vance County Board of County Commissioners even considered compromising the process that is in place to insure an orderly transition/appointment of the new chair.
As I have pointed out in past post, there always seems to be an “exception to the rule” when Vance County (Henderson) has the opportunity to follow an established process. It is not surprising that we constantly seem to be in a state of confusion.
The real issue here is why Eddie Wright has not served as the Chair of the Vance County Board of County Commissioners although he has been on the board long enough? Can he do the essential task required? Does he not desire to serve – it goes with being elected to the position of comissioner?
If I remember correctly, Eddie Wright became very upset at being passed over several years ago. Given his “NO Vote” last night, it seems he was not in total agreement this time?
Not to worry – it is just another day in the politics of Vance County.
Remember, we deserve what we are willing to accept!
Comment by Lewis H. Edwards — December 8, 2009 @ 1:51 pm
You don’t have to be an idiot to read between the lines regarding her comments; she might as well come right out and said it:
“why wasn’t a black man put there”
Comment by one voice — December 8, 2009 @ 3:43 pm
The “TOWN TALK” crew continues to laugh and giggle at her comments–and by letting Lewis Edwards talk twice in one program they are just goading her to go on and on. Grow some guys and take hold of the program before you lose most of your listeners. BTW George and Bill think the various boards made of regular citizens are chosen from applicants fairly–NOT.. I have tried on several occasions over the years–the City Clerk would call, but somewhere between her calls–I was taken off the list(s) or others STAYED on
I’m down to precious few reasons to stay in Henderson–.
Comment by north star — December 8, 2009 @ 5:40 pm
I absolutely HATE that giggling that the Town Talk does. It is because they have nothing to say, so they giggle.
John Charles….PLEASE replace the Town Talk crew and get somebody on there that understands what is going on in Henderson.
Giggling just does not cut it, and it is terrible.
They have lost ALL control of that program, and they let people go over the limit, especially MEE and the black man that calls in that thinks he’s all that!!!
JOHN CHARLES – your dad would be having a fit about now!!
Comment by Interesting — December 8, 2009 @ 7:06 pm
Just listened to today’s Town Talk.
Giggle, giggle, giggle.
That show needs new people – A.S.A.P.
MEE – EVERYBODY knows what you were trying to say. You’re just too chicken to get to the point.
John Charles – please bring in new hosts or cancel.
Comment by Interesting — December 8, 2009 @ 7:42 pm
I don’t think it’s the hosts who are the problem..but some of the callers.
I wish some people would make their call, then let others have a chance to get thru.
Frankly..today’s show was ultra-boring.
I usually like it when Bill Fleming is there, but they let the show get away from today.
but like I said..some callers seem to like to dominate the show, and think everyone is interested in what they are saying..every day.
The more I hear MEE, the more I dislike her, and know her to be the phony she is..
MEE…you know that old saying..”You can fool some of the people all of the time, and all of the people some of the time..but not all of the people all of the time.”
North Star..I agree..reasons to stay in Henderson get less and less.
does anyone know Tim Pegram? is he 12?
if he doesn’t get his way, he’ll take his marbles and go home?
or was his refual to vote a second time a sneaky way to vote in the affirmative?
pathetic.
Comment by ziggy — December 9, 2009 @ 12:07 am
you folks cannot talk about MEE in such a negative manner. She now has a docterate degree.plus she is an
“elected politician”.I am going to buy me a phd and run for prez. LOL
Comment by ruth jones — December 9, 2009 @ 2:03 pm
Well I have been told my new job starts in January in Durham County, which means I have to leave my home in Vance County to accept the job. This will be the second time I’ve left home (Henderson/Vance County) in my life, The first to serve my Country for 15 years,1975-1990 returning in 1993. Now even close by it will be another 7 or 10 years before I return and God willing I will either driving or in a casket to sunset. So you have sometime to get it straight and put it back together here before I return, try to get right this time I will at least have the internet to keep tabs on you, and will comment from time to time. It would be nice to reconize home when I return. Don’t mess it up.
Comment by rleonidash — December 9, 2009 @ 2:26 pm
#12 – Ruth Jones – you have MEE’s number for sure.
She is such a fake. Such a no-gooder, but she wants everybody to think she is a Saint…….NOT!!!
She has as much business being on the council as my dog does – my dog probably has more sense!
But, Sam wants her there so she will do what he wants her to do. How STUPID can she be? Pretty stupid.
Comment by Interesting — December 9, 2009 @ 5:06 pm
Someone needs to tell Miss Mary Emma that real children of God don’t have to constantly remind people that they are of “the faith.” If they truly are, it shows through and you don’t have to say a thing or at least not pat yourself on the back so often. Has anyone seen any Godly acts that she has performed lately? Complaining on WIZS about the plight of the black people does not qualify her. Most of them wish she would not say anything. She does not represent their interest at all. Where was she and her religion when the shootings happened last week? She should spend her time helping these young kids and maybe she would be rewarded for her Godly ways. Ruth, you sure know your stuff, maybe you could advise MEE.
Comment by Wonder if no show — December 9, 2009 @ 5:58 pm
Religion? MEE wouldn’t know religion if it slapped her in the face. She just uses that as a crutch.
Everybody has her number now. Give it up, MEE.
Comment by Interesting — December 9, 2009 @ 7:32 pm
#14 guess she got her degree from Sprint. She talked
down to me one day regarding how good the company takes such good care of her. maybe she does not know
that retirement is based on your job title. A.janitor is
rather low on the totem pole. I walked around with a
clip board and pager supervising others and making
critical decisions
I see very little professionaliism.
Comment by ruth jones — December 10, 2009 @ 2:32 am
rleon..Congratulations on your new job, and hope it works out well for you. Sorry you have to leave home, but at least it’s not too far away.
I hope you find a nice place to live, too..
drop in when you can and let us know how it’s going.
“Come see us”..
Comment by ziggy — December 10, 2009 @ 2:39 am
go for it Ruth!
let’s all be PHD’s..lol
Comment by ziggy — December 10, 2009 @ 2:42 am
Thank you Ziggy I will.
Comment by rleonidash — December 11, 2009 @ 12:21 am