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Reference Notes
Calvin Peck
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Weaknesses: None identified.
Larry Lammert – Former Bald Head Island Mayor, Bald Head Island, NC 910-457-6364
Mr. Lammert hired Mr. Peck in 2003. He was an excellent Village Manager. He is fully aware
of state and village ordinances. Mr. Peck dealt with a variety of problems, but many of them
involved tough personnel issues. That being said, he generally made good hiring decisions, and
the individuals he hired usually remained for a long period. Mr. Peck helped Bald Head Island
to function at a high level. One example occurred when Mr. Lammert and Mr. Peck went to
Washington DC to work with the Core of Engineers. Together they figured out a process that
would allow Bald Head to have sand put on its beaches.
Mr. Peck performed very well when dealing with the public. He handled individual concerns
and attended community meetings. His financial skills were strong. He was manager who was
in charge and who made sure tasks were completed on time. He expected his employees to do
their jobs. A Village Manager always has to face people who are not pleased with some action.
For example, one woman did not appreciate the beach renourishment project because she had to
walk further to reach to the water. However, Mr. Peck always responded to criticism with
professionalism.
Mr. Peck does not have anything controversial in his background. Mr. Barbour would certainly
hire Mr. Peck again. He will make an excellent City Manager.
Words or phrases used to describe Calvin Peck:
Dedicated,
Loyal,
Calm,
Intelligent,
Creative, and
Responsible.
Strengths:
Keeps Council well informed and keeps tasks moving in a timely manner.
Weaknesses: None identified.
David Hewitt – Holden Beach Town Manager, Holden Beach, NC 910-508-1950
Mr. Hewitt has known Mr. Peck since about 1999. Mr. Hewitt was the Manager in Leland while
Mr. Peck was managing Carolina Beach; so they were both members of the North Carolina City
and County Managers’ Association. Professionally, Mr. Peck seemed to do a fine job and
adeptly handled all the natural disasters that occurred in their beach communities.
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