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Sheriff Candidates Continued......... 8) As Sheriff, how will you make sure police aren’t abusing the badge? Jim Bray: “ An accountable chain of command and supervision of those who oversee the road will create checks and balances. A detailed report must happen. It is something required. I would also create a standard that all officers would wear the same uniform and be clean shaven to project a strong professional image.” Shelby White: “I’m only as good as the sheriff’s office. They are only as good as me. If there is an incident, I’ll sit down and talk to the offender and address the issue at hand. Perhaps they need more training, or we could move them somewhere around their gifting or release them. 9) As far as hiring practices, what will you look for in an applicant? Jim Bray: “ I will conduct a background check and go to [the applicant’s] high school and former employers to find out their character. Small counties are prime ground if officers want to move up in their careers later. It’s true that the younger officers are expecting higher salaries and moving to cities like Raleigh and Charlotte. Today money is a component of what the younger generation is seeking. A recruitment program is the goal, but I must work with County Commissioners. If I raise the standard of law enforcement in the county, Commissioners may recognize this and raise staff pay.” Shelby White: “Do they have heart, drive, and humility? I don’t want someone who’s arrogant, that’s not someone I want. I don’t want someone that’s just running numbers. Whenever we look at applications, we conduct background checks and talk to people they’ve worked with in the past. Whenever you got into this type of job, you knew it would be stressful. You don’t want someone who’s just collecting a paycheck. I ask the applicants why they chose Perquimans. Many say: ‘I see how Perquimans works, and there’s structure, a family, support.’ The problem I have many times with hiring is the pay. I couldn’t touch the pay of the last person I attempted to hire because his current position paid 5 times more than Perquimans. County commissioners control the money and there’s only so much I can do.” 10) Does an applicant have to complete BLET before working at the Sheriff’s Office? Jim Bray: “A deputy has one year to complete BLET while working.” Shelby White: “No, they can be hired before completing it within the first year.” 11) How hard is it for you to make a decision to fire someone if there is a complaint? In particular, residents who connected with our staff mentioned an incident where two employees in the Animal Control department were having inappropriate sexual relations on the job. Only one staff member was fired and the other kept the position. Jim Bray: “A Sheriff doesn’t have to have a reason to fire someone. The animal control works under the sheriff in this county, so I would have the ability to fire them. When a new Sheriff takes office and gets sworn in December 1st, people working as deputies are also sworn in. If the sheriff does not want to have them under employment, he simply doesn’t swear them in.” Shelby White: “A Sheriff can choose to release someone, but you have to document. [In the incident you mentioned,] it happened under Sheriff Tilley. There was a public misconception. The person who left wanted to resign and the other person was suspended. No crime occurred on the job, so he was able to keep his position.” 12) Why should we elect you as Sheriff? Jim Bray: “ I’m a strong leader who will restore professionalism into local law enforcement. I’m not afraid of making critical decisions and I like to make them. I’m not afraid to arrest people, even if it’s the County Commissioners and it is required by the law. I’m retired and don’t have to do this. I am because I believe in making a difference. I’m an outsider from Chowan County and don’t owe anyone special favors.” Shelby White: “I love Perquimans County and have lived here my whole life. I’ve dedicated my whole career since age 20 to working in Perquimans County Sheriff’s office. I put myself through BLET at age 21 because I wanted to do it. I want to give back to the community and continue to put the ‘serve’ back in ‘serve and protect.’ Drug use is 80% less likely among young people if they have positive relationships. Every Tuesday, the HOPE program I support brings law enforcement officers to the schools, building relationships. The Sheriff’s Office grew their turnout this year for a program at Camp Cale reaching 12 middle school and 20 Hertford Grammar School students selected by counselors and teachers. We play games and interact with the kids, talking about the future they have. Mothers have called my office thanking me for the encouragement we’ve provided in being a role model and father figure to children.” Shelby White (Courtesy, Shelby White) Jim Bray (Courtesy, Jim Bray) 22 Albemarle Tradewinds October 2018 albemarletradewinds.com
Rent to Own rent971.com 252-209-0999 1513 E. Memorial Drive Ahoskie 252-312-9796 US Highway 17 North Business Elizabeth City For all your Storage Needs “No Credit Check” or Buy Now The Secret Fruit If I am going to share this secret with you, caution dictates that you lean in a bit so as not to be overheard by others. Here is the reveal. The largest fruit native to, and found in, mid-Atlantic North America is borne on the pawpaw tree (Asimina triloba). The pawpaw fruit looks similar to a mango and the taste likens a cross between a mango and a banana, but the fruit is really a berry. It is the only temperate member of a tropical-like fruit. The Native Americans were able to enjoy this fruit only when in season because the pawpaw fruit does not store well. The pawpaw season begins around September and sadly generally ends just before the end of October. It is at its peak and begins its decline within a very short window of a few days. The fruits do not ripen very well off the tree, so optimum ripeness occurs just before they detach and fall to the ground. Some consumers prefer a “past its prime” ripeness as it accentuates the flavor and mellows the texture. The nutritional content of the pawpaw is similar to that of apples, bananas, and pears. Other than enjoyed in the moment when fresh, the pawpaw lends itself to recipes as a banana substitute and is popular in breads, pies, custards, and puddings. The fruit is quite versatile and is a real varietal addition to the more mainstream fruits. However, because it is such a treat, I do ask that you keep this information just between us. by: Coy Domecq Euell Gibbons, who credits “Mountain Measures, a collection of recipes compiled by the Junior League of Charleston, West Virginia” Pawpaw Pie or Parfait 1/2 c. brown sugar 1 envelope unflavored gelatin 1/2 tsp. salt 2/3 c. milk 3 eggs, separated 1 c. strained pawpaw pulp 1/4 c. sugar In a saucepan, mix together brown sugar, gelatin, and salt. Stir in milk and slightly beaten egg yolks. Heat and stir until mixture comes to a boil. Remove from fire and stir in pawpaw pulp. Chill until it mounds slightly when spooned (20 to 30 minutes in refrigerator). Shortly before the mixture is sufficiently set, beat egg whites until they form soft peaks; then gradually add sugar, beating until stiff peaks form. Fold the partly set pawpaw mixture thoroughly into egg whites. Pour into a 9-inch graham cracker crust or into parfait glasses and chill until firm. “Then lock the door to keep the neighbors out.” Thompson&Son AutoRepair Joseph H. Forbes, Jr. Attorney at Law We will be closed from October 1, 2018 until April 1, 2019 252-335-5568 General Maintenance and Repair A/C Repair, Suspension, Brakes, Steering, Wheel Alignment Consulting - Diagnosing a problem before you go to a Dealership 130 Brickhouse Lane Elizabeth City ClayThompson Owner/Mechanic 252-312-5046 FAX 252-335-4876 joeforbeslaw.com joe@joeforbeslaw.com 307 E. Church St Elizabeth City North Carolina 27909 buymidway.com 252-335-9800 facebook.com/AlbemarleTradingPost Albemarle Tradewinds October 2018 23
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