Bell House (Colonial Beach, Virginia)

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(VO) Coming up on this edition of Access Virginia BeachÖ Got snow? Virginia Beach certainly didÖsee how Public Works plows through it all! PlusÖdonít get left out in the cold! The police department warns of recent car thefts. And see how this controlled chaos will actually help feed the hungry! (ANCHOR ON CAM) MCU THAT AND MORE ARE COMING UP AS WE ACCESS VIRGINIA BEACH! FADE TO BLK/// OPEN///DISS FROM LOGO TO VIDEO WALL/// (ON CAM) MCU HELLO AND WELCOME TO VBTVíS ACCESS VIRGINIA BEACH, A PROGRAM THAT INFORMS YOU OF NEWS AND EVENTS FROM AROUND OUR CITY AND SCHOOLS... IíM MIKKI ACEDO, THANKS FOR JOINING US! (Anchor On Cam) OTS Well, winter has definitely blasted into Virginia Beach! Typically the mercury hovers around the mid 50ís for the month of December but record lows combined with a recent storm have left the city covered in a blanket of whiteÖ (VO) The recent ìflurryî of activity had drivers scraping off cars and left many students with a rare snow day! Once the snow stopped falling, totals around the city were only a couple of inches but it was enough to leave drivers with a big, slushy mess on their hands. And just a quick reminder for the kidsÖthe ice may look inviting, but stay off ponds or canalsÖalthough they may be frozen, the ice is not thick enough to support the weight of even a small child. Just because snow isnít a common occurrence here doesnít mean the cityís unprepared. In fact, when it comes to inclement weather the Department of Public Works has a plan in place.....hereís Access Reporter Lindy Fay with more. (From AV 395410) SOT 3:02-3:15 Mark Gemender, Operations Engineer, Public Works ìThe first thing we do is check our inventories and make sure we have enough material on hand to treat the storm. Then we monitor the news to find out just how bad the storm is going to be.î When winter conditions do hit our area, crews work hard to the clear the streets, safely and quickly. SOT 47-58 ìWe have a snow removal plan which basically breaks the city into four sections and we prioritize the streets in those sectors based up volume of traffic and volume of speed.î The goal during any snowstorm is to have main arteries passable for emergency vehicles. SOT7:29-7:58 ìWe have our prioritized list of roads that include 720 miles of primary roads that need to be addressed up front and 400 miles of lesser priority roadways but none the less we wonít stop until those are cleared. It takes a huge effort and requires a lot of coordination.î keep in mind, residential streets are not cleared by the city. SOT 5:09-5:25 ìIf we did get into the neighborhoods, there are always parked cars on the curb, we would always be windrowing snow on driveways which would inhibit people from getting out and the city just doesnít have the resources.î The landscape management DIVISION OF parks and recreation is responsible for shoveling and salting all municipal buildings throughout the city, including public schools. The highway division of public works has about 30 trucks that are equipped with spreaders or plows.....vdot is responsible for clearing the interstates and ramps. Old Man Winter is obviously making his presence known, and for many that means cold mornings and even colder vehicles. But before you start up your car and head back inside while it warmsÖ the police department wants to remind you that there are some scrooges out there who will drive off with your car. Hereís this monthís crime prevention tipÖ During the month of November and October more than 100 automobiles were reported stolen in Virginia Beach and in almost half of those cases, the owners had left their keys in the vehicle. And all this cold weather isnít just affecting usÖ.itís affecting our four legged friends too! (VO) Stranding Center Tape # 3959 Rapid water temperature drops along the Atlantic Coast have led to widespread turtle strandingsÖ. Sea turtles have been washing up along the shores, suffering from a type of hypothermia called ìcold stunning.î The Virginia Aquarium Stranding Response Team is leading the rescue effortÖso if you see one of these animals stranded on the beach, call 437-6159. Eleven percent of the community is considered disabled and thatís a number that will continue to grow as citizens get older. The city of Virginia Beach is committed to providing services to those disabled but they canít do it without the help of many volunteers. NATS 50:09 - 12 Mayor presenting award And as a way of saying thanks to those selfless volunteers, the Mayorís Committee for Persons with Disabilities recently held their annual awards program. SOT 36:15 ñ 26 Linda Johnson, Chair, Mayorís Committee for Persons with Disabilities ìThis honors people who have committed to working with people with disabilities in some way. Either theyíve made an impact in someoneís life or theyíve impacted the community as a whole.î In all, four groups were honored for their hard work including the Barker family, who has donated countless hours to SkillQuest, a program that provides training and support services for adults with intellectual disabilities. SOT 40:08 - 21 Anne Barker, Received Award ìMy husband and I have always volunteered since our sons were small, as they became adults and they went into skillquest services we continued to volunteer.î The annual program is a small way to give back to those who make a difference. SOT 41:56 ñ 42:08 Sandy Hart, Received Award ìThis is a great honor for my husband and I, we feel very honored in doing this. We like to volunteer when we can.î (Anchor On Cam) MCU Members of the Committee are appointed by the Mayor, their meetings are open to the public and are held every 3rd Thursday of the monthÖ.log on to vbgov.com for more information. WHILE MANY YOUNGSTERS WERE BUSY WONDERING WHAT THEYíD BE GETTING FOR CHRISTMAS, STUDENTS AT LANDSTOWN HIGH SCHOOL WERE BUSY GIVING THIS HOLIDAY SEASONÖ NATS 27:25 It was controlled chaos in the cafeteria at Landstown High SchoolÖ SOT 29:25 - 29 ìIím putting food and cans in this bag for the food drive.î As hundreds of students created a sea of helping hands to fill the stomachs of the hungry during the schoolís eleventh annual community service project. SOT 32:54 ñ 33:04 Claire Mahoro, 10th Grade Student, LHS ìWeíre here for operation blessing, weíre filling up the bags for people for the holidays and LHS loves this, they do it every year.î FROM MACARONI TO SWEET POTATOES....THOUSANDS OF POUNDS OF FOOD WAS PACKAGED FOR THE NEEDY. SOT 32:02 ñ 10 Eldon Valery, 10th Grade Student, LHS ìThey had peas, green beans, cookies, and all different types of stuff.î AND THANKS TO SOME HARD WORK FROM THESE STUDENTS...MORE THAN 500 LOCAL FAMILIES WILL RECEIVE A BAG OF FOOD FOR THE HOLIDAYS. SOT 37:42- 50 Malyssa Rekos, Senior, LHS ìDuring the holidays itís all about family and knowing that people care and it shows that our community cares.î (Anchor On Cam) OTS OPERATION BLESSING IS A NON PROFIT ORGANIZATION BASED IN VIRGINIA BEACHÖLANDSTOWN HIGH HAS PARTNERED WITH THEM SINCE 2001 AND OVER THE PAST 11 YEARS THE SCHOOL HAS PROVIDED OVER 300,000 POUNDS OF FOOD TO FAMILIES IN THE CITY. (ANCHOR ON CAM) MCU Coming up next on this edition of Access Virginia BeachÖ (VO) See how the school division is helping out students in needÖ Plus, the numbers are out and it was a successful summer for Virginia BeachÖweíll bring you the details. That and more are coming up next. Welcome back to Access Virginia Beach, Iím Mikki Acedo. Virginia Beach has been in the tourism business since the 1800s and it has continued to grow each yearÖrapidly becoming one of the East Coastís most popular tourist destinations.† And although tough economic times have had an impact on the trade nationwideÖour city recently received some good news. Jim Ricketts, Director, Convention & Visitorís Bureau 6:09:09.03 we had had a record summer in terms of lodgingÖ 6:09:42.02 Öand a 9.6 percent overall increase. Tax receipts also showed increases in other city-wide revenues: restaurant sales, amusement sales, participatory sports and retail sales. But attracting business in the winter months help to make the city a year-round destinationÖ Jim Ricketts, Director, Convention & Visitorís Bureau 6:10:31.19 we have been very fortunate becauseÖ 6:11:03.03 Öobviously enjoy that type of business. Hoteliers at the resort are hoping the increase in taxable lodging will promote another successful seasonÖ Jim Ricketts, Director, Convention & Visitorís Bureau 6:12:01.25 Most Convention & Visitors Bureauís in the countryÖ 6:12:20.20 Ö marketing to support the tourism industry. (ANCHOR ON CAM) MCU Perhaps not visible on the surface, but one huge benefit created from tourism?† Jobs... More than eleven thousand jobs are created because of the tourism industry. At the end of the school day, most students take the bus home to their families, but unfortunately for a growing number, this is no longer an option because they have no place to call home. In fact, during the last school year, nearly 500 students were homeless in Virginia BeachÖthe school division recognizes there is a problem and offers many solutions. Gay Thomas, Coordinator, Social Work Services, VBCPS 2:47:25.11 One of the primary things we are going to do isÖ. 2:47:36.26 Östudents who arenít homeless. Legislation mandates that homeless students have the right to attend their school of originÖthe school divisionís Social Work Services Department steps in to help. Gay Thomas, Coordinator, Social Work Services, VBCPS 2:51:46.21 With school social work services I haveÖ 2:52:18.25 Öregular bus area. But they canít do it aloneÖ faith organizations also lend a helping hand. Reverend Dr. James Young, Pastror, Wycliffe Presbyterian Church 2:36:45.23 We respond basically in three important waysÖ 2:37:21.08 Öwe do try to help. Community organizations help out with school suppliesÖ. Gay Thomas, Coordinator, Social Work Services, VBCPS 2:48:01:15 other things we do with the barriers is school suppliesÖ 2:48:20.11 Ögreat supply and help. NS/VO HRT Bus Stop Rides to and from school takes coordination from the department, and includes using HRT and other methods of transportation... Gay Thomas, Coordinator, Social Work Services, VBCPS 2:51:06.14 currently we have a contract with HRTI 2:51:31.15 Öjust like our bus drivers do. Homeless residences, including the Seton Youth Shelter, provide huge servicesÖ Gay Thomas, Coordinator, Social Work Services, VBCPS 2:54:50.05 where Seton Youth Shelters come inÖ 2:55:19.16 Öbe able to continue in school. Maintaining good grades is important to all studentsÖ after school tutoring is another service that is provided. Gay Thomas, Coordinator, Social Work Services, VBCPS 2:49:54.25 with the sheltersÖ 2:50:32.09 Öreally work on their school work. Tightening economic times keep the Social Work Services unit busy, but itís an important taskÖand most definitely, a worthwhile one. (Anchor On Cam) MCU If you would like to help homeless students, call 263-2300 or send an email to the address listed on your screen. KEY INFO: 263-2300 [email protected] (Anchor On Cam) OTS Middle and High School parents and students attended the Open House and Planning Ahead sessions held last week at the Advanced Technology CenterÖ Michael Taylor, Director, Advanced Technology Center 5:36:17.28 tonight we are conducting our annual open houseÖ 5:33:36.10 Öwhat it can mean to them and their future. Students had a chance to check out classes, meet one on one with teachers and learn exactly what the ATC has to offerÖ Michael Taylor, Director, Advanced Technology Center 5:36:35.16 Our audience this eveningÖ. 5:36:48.25 Öand learn about our programs. NS/VO 5:54:06.04 Welcome to Marketing Management at Town CenterÖ One and two-year programs are available at the center, preparing students for the future is a primary goal of the school division. Michael Taylor, Director, Advanced Technology Center 5:36:53.10 When they get out here this eveningÖ 5:37:24.03 Ö.visiting the programs and meeting with the instructors. (Anchor On Cam) OTS Despite the bad weather the open house was well attended. Keep in mind the registration deadline is January 21st, 2011Ö (Anchor On Cam) OTS And while weíre talking about Open HousesÖseveral of school divisionís advanced and academic programs are rolling out the welcome matt for parents and studentsÖ. VO Nowís your chance to find out more about the variety of programs beach schools has to offer. During the month of January each school will be hosting an open house. Find out firsthand what each academy has to offer and talk one-on-one with instructorsÖdates, times and locations are listed on your screen. The application deadline for all programs is Tuesday, February 1st. You can pick up applications at every middle and high school or online at vbschools.com There are five academies and two high school advanced academic programs in the division. Letís take an in-depth look at the Legal Studies Academy at First Colonial high schoolÖ Int. Baccalaureate, Princess Anne HS (Anchor On Cam) OTS And just a reminderÖ.the deadline to apply for all programs is Tuesday, February 1st. (Anchor On Cam) Every child knows that youíd better be good or Santa Claus might not come to town. Students at Seatack Elementary were on their best behavior as that magical old man from tinsel town paid them an early visit. VO/Santa saying Ho Ho Ho Thatís right; St. Nick himself left the elves in charge of making toys to pay a special visit to the boys and girls at SeatackÖ Question: Whatís going on here today? Dr. Mary F. Daniels, Principal, Seatack Elementary In Out And Santa brought along some helpers tooÖ.the basketball team, drama club as well as the orchestra and choral teams from First Colonial high school helped make the day a merry one. VO/Choral singing Christmas Carols Question: Why is this important event for you and your students? Mention members of this school matriculate to FC. Dale Holt, Principal, First Colonial High School In Out NS Santa handing out gift bags Question: Why is this event important to the students who attend Seatack? Maureen Atkinson, Teacher, Seatack Elementary In Out In all, about 400 goody bags filled with treats and school supplies were handed out. And how could we close this story without those magical words of the seasonÖ NS/Santa/ Ho Ho Ho, Merry Christmas to all and to all a good nightÖ (ON CAM) MCU AND WITH THAT, WEíVE COME TO THE END OF OUR SHOW. BUT IF YOUíVE MISSED SOMETHING OR WOULD LIKE TO SEE IT AGAIN, YOU CAN VIEW THIS PROGRAM ONLINEÖ LOG ON TO VBGOV.COM/E-STREAMÖ THEN FIND AND CLICK ON ACCESS VIRGINIA BEACH. FOR EVERYONE HERE AT V-B-T-V, IíM MIKKI ACEDO, THANKS FOR WATCHING! CLOSE SEQUENCE † † † 9