Two snowmobile trail groomers were hired
To relieve some of the work of volunteers
They will answer to me and will be guided by their predecessors
Hopefully this will relieve some of your fears.

The firefighters are diligent, getting a new radio frequency,
More space in the building, and a new truck
The last to be paid solely from revenue from outlying communities,
And the special town meeting approval to pass (with a little luck).

Our friends in County government
Gave us no lump of coal
But rather a radio repeater, airport reserve funds,
And much-needed NREC funds to bring us closer to our goal.

Not to be outdone,
and keeping in pace
The National Weather service gave us a building and instruments
To measure wind, rain and snow, whether a foot or a trace.

The Police Department gave
To our business community this year
A new business visitation program
To make private security even more clear.

As our national economy takes a turn for the worst
Economic development efforts must be stronger than ever.
So our region has become the Highlands to attract even more tourists
And our friends at PCEDC have found ways to be even more clever.

More and more lots in our Industrial Park
are being sought for new development,
These efforts will soon leave their mark
As more jobs are to be created yet!

So enjoy this holiday season,
perhaps it means just a little more
For though September brought tragedy for no reason
Christmas in Greenville this year can come from the heart, even when we are at war.

Happy Holidays!
John Simko
Town Manager