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GOV. PERDUE ANNOUNCES 2009 DR. JOHN R. LARKINS AWARD WINNER

1/16/2009 -

RALEIGH – Gov. Bev Perdue today announced that Raymond Burrell of Goldsboro received the 2009 John R. Larkins Award for contributions by a state employee to human and race relations in the workplace and community. Burrell is head of the Business and Computer Technologies Division at Wayne Community College. He was presented the award during the 28^th annual State Employees’ Martin Luther King Jr. Day Observance program.

Governor Perdue Announces Steps to Balance North Carolina’s Budget

1/15/2009 -

Raleigh, N.C. – Gov. Bev Perdue today instructed state agencies to take several steps to balance North Carolina’s budget. The budget management plan is in response to the executive order she signed on Tuesday after new estimates showed the shortfall increasing to $2 billion.

GOV. PERDUE ANNOUNCES AMERICORPS MEMBERS TO HONOR DR. MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. THROUGH SERVICE

1/15/2009 -

RALEIGH – Gov. Bev Perdue today announced that AmeriCorps members across North Carolina will celebrate the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. by volunteering their time to help others. More than 400 members will help build houses, distribute food, educate others about volunteerism and disaster preparedness, and participate in a variety of community events.

Governor Perdue Lauds House Action, Urges Senate Passage of Children’s Health Insurance Bill

1/14/2009 -

Raleigh, N.C. – Gov. Bev Perdue today urged the U.S. Senate to follow the action of the House of Representatives and authorize funding for the Children’s Health Insurance Program. Congressional action will allow an additional 24,000 uninsured children to be added to the 124,500 kids in North Carolina who already receive health coverage through the program.

Gov. Perdue Calls for Quick Federal Economic Stimulus Approval

1/14/2009 -

Washington, D.C. – Today Governor Bev Perdue called on North Carolina’s Congressional delegation to pass a substantial economic stimulus and recovery package that will rapidly put North Carolinians back to work. Governor Perdue met with North Carolina’s Congressional delegation, President-elect Obama’s transition office and the National Governors Association while in Washington, D.C.

GOV. PERDUE ANNOUNCES LAUNCH OF REDESIGNED TOURISM WEB SITE

1/14/2009 -

RALEIGH - Gov. Bev Perdue today announced the launch of the state’s newly redesigned tourism Web site, www.VisitNC.com. The site, which is run by the N.C. Department of Commerce’s Division of Tourism, Film and Sports Development, is aimed at today’s sophisticated Web user who can customize the site’s content and connect to more than 16,000 travel-related businesses, attractions and events across the state.

Perdue Outlines Emergency Steps to Address Increasing Budget Shortfall

1/13/2009 - Governor Bev Perdue today signed an executive order to address the increasing fiscal year 2008-09 budget shortfall now predicted by the Office of State Budget and Management (OSBM) to reach $2 billion or more.

Governor Perdue Signs First Day of Change Orders

1/12/2009 - Governor Bev Perdue today took immediate action by signing a series change orders on her first business day in office.

“We are changing the way North Carolina’s state government does business,” said Governor Perdue. “These change orders will make government more efficient, more accessible and more accountable to the people”.

Perdue Inaugurated as 73rd Governor, Pledges Strong, Hands-on Leadership in Tough Times

1/10/2009 - Raleigh, NC: After being sworn in as North Carolina’s 73rd governor, Perdue pledged strong leadership to guide North Carolina through challenging economic times.

Governor Bev Perdue Inaugural Speech

1/10/2009 - Welcome to all of you.

It is a privilege to be here today

With gratitude we salute my predecessor, Governor Mike Easley, for his years of service.

I want to thank so many of you. Especially my husband Bob Eaves-- North Carolina's first "First Gentleman." And, my two sons Emmett and Garrett who have been a part of this journey from my very first day of public life.

Governor-elect Bev Perdue Announces Additional Cabinet Secretaries, Names Leadership Appointees

1/6/2009 - Raleigh, NC: Governor-elect Bev Perdue today announced additional cabinet secretaries, and named leadership appointees. Among the appointments were Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services, Deputy Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services, Secretary of the Department of Administration, Secretary of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources, Secretary of the Department of Revenue, and Chief Operating Officer of the Department of Revenue.

Perdue Appoints Eddie Speas General Counsel to the Office of the Governor

1/6/2009 - Raleigh, NC: Governor-elect Bev Perdue today announced that she is appointing Eddie Speas as General Council to the Office of the Governor.

“Mr. Speas is an accomplished attorney and dedicated public servant,” said Governor-elect Perdue. “He will help ensure my administration operates both openly and ethically.”

Governor-elect Bev Perdue Announces Economic Development Cabinet Secretaries / Leadership Appointees

1/5/2009 - Raleigh, NC: Governor-elect Bev Perdue today announced cabinet secretaries and leadership appointees to help direct North Carolina’s economic development departments. Among the appointments were Secretary of the Department of Transportation and other Department of Transportation leadership positions, Secretary of Commerce and Deputy Secretary of Commerce, Secretary of Cultural Resources, and Chair of the Employment Security Commission.

Governor-elect Bev Perdue Announces Public Safety Cabinet Secretaries and Leadership Appointees

1/2/2009 - Raleigh, NC: Governor-elect Bev Perdue today announced cabinet secretaries and leadership appointees to help direct North Carolina’s public safety departments. Among the appointments were Secretary of Correction, Chief Operating Officer of Correction, Secretary of Crime Control and Public Safety, Chief Deputy Secretary of Crime Control and Public Safety, and Secretary of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention.