Albemarle Community Engagement: Albemarle won't annex land at this time

Hello and welcome to a rebranded edition of this newsletter and podcast, now to be called Albemarle Community Engagement. This decision to change the focus represents a sincere look at what really matters to this community, and this name change reflects a hope that this outlet will be a true ACE for the future. I’m Sean Tubbs, confident that this will really hit home for so many of you here in this City of Albemarle. On today’s program:* The Town of New London declines to approve annexation agreement* Sewer upgrades are in the works for Albemarle’s public housing sites* Former gas station to become residential building * A preview of Monday’s meeting of the Albemarle City Council Today’s first shout-out: JMRL Book Sale What better place for a book sale than Albemarle Square Shopping Center? Today marks the official beginning of the JMRL Friends of the Library Spring Book Sale from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. each day in the former Northside Library space. Book Sale Manager Peter Manno and a mighty team of staff and volunteers have worked hard for weeks and all year long sorting books and setting up the sale which will feature all kinds of books. Shop early and often, as the sale is restocked daily. Half-price days are April 8 and 9. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit communityengagement.substack.com/subscribe