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Re-Elect Chris Thompson for Alderman
Because Kernersville Cares...
Helping to make our Downtown a better place for all…
Have you notice all of the continued revitalization going on downtown? A few projects you should notice while moving around downtown that the current Board of Alderman are responsible for; the old gas station on the corner of Cherry Street and Mountain Street was removed. As a book end for the historic district, the landscaped area with a few additional parking spaces is a better use of the corner site for visitors to see when entering town from West Mountain.
The School Tools building was also removed on the corner of Main Street and Mountain Street and now hosts Founders Park (and a public restroom was added). This park project is an effort to revitalize our downtown through parks and green spaces. This park adds to the beautification, recapturing nature, and a landmark establishment rather than active recreation.
While Harmon Park is two blocks away, it’s programmed for more active recreation activities. If you’re seeking a place to sit and enjoy some downtown purchases and read a book or just enjoy the weather, then this park will be the place to go.
Please do not hesitate to contact me if you have any questions.
I appreciate your consideration and hope you will vote for me on November 5th for the Kernersville Board of Aldermen.
Chris Thompson
Serving The Community
Cupid’s Park Theatre Restoration Presentation
Körner’s Folly Executive Director Dale Pennington and Chris Thompson show off some of the renovations made in Körner’s Folly’s Cupid’s Park during a presentation from the Kernersville Historic Preservation Society (KHPS). Chris Thompson played a vital role in Cupid’s Park renovations.
For the past nine years Chris has served on the Körner’s Folly Foundation Board of Directors (President in 2013) as well as being the Facilities Chairperson. Chris has been instrumental in overseeing the incredible restoration and renovation efforts thanks to our wonderful Community support. As Chris states, " I am proud to call Kernersville home! I am still actively involved and plan to continue as the Foundation is making great strides to preserve our Town’s most historic landmark." Visit www.kornersfolly.org to learn more.
Constructing the Farmer's Market
In 2010, Chris Thompson, of PCI Builders (left), and Preston Carter (right), of Carter and Stockton, working on the construction of the Downtown Farmer’s Market as the last roof trusses were placed.
Kernersville Museum
Both as a member of the Board of Directors as well as serving as the Facilities Committee Chairperson for the Kernersville Museum Foundaiton, Chris Thompson is playing a pivotal role in Both the Bellamy House (127 W. Mountain St.) and the 1873 Train Depot.
4th of July Park
Piney Grove School House
Chris Thompson has been instrumental in working with the Kernersville Historic Preservation Society to add electric, heating, cool and needed repairs to allow the community greater use of this historic structure.
Protecting the Environment
Thanks to Chris Thompson, builders in Kernersville now have the chance to recoup some of their permit fees under a new program meant to promote green construction. Builders can get up to a $500 rebate on permit fees if they receive third-party certification that their project meets certain environmental construction standards. Building green can include using recycled building materials, using special windows that reduce the need for cooling and heating, or installing energy-efficient appliances.