And in addition to financial services, People s is providing customers with some of the extras that go along with managing personal finances. In addition, a stock quote terminal is available for real-time stock quotes. The Financial Center s large design has many additional features. At the Welcome area, customers can determine where to take their business within the center, or have their questions answered. In the Teller area, customers can perform all their banking transactions, while in the Investment area they can meet with a specialist from People s Securities, Inc., or buy and sell stock.
Customers also can meet with an insurance specialist or a trust officer.
In addition, customers can use ATMs and get a demonstration of People s Online, the bank s integrated Internet banking and trading solution. Those features and services are available for longer hours than any other non-supermarket People s branch. The center s lobby and drive-up are open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturday from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. The Avon Financial Center s distinctive design fits perfectly with the charm of Old Avon Village and Avon s commercial district. Part of the structure that houses the Financial Center is an historic building, and a barn-style addition complete with massive exposed beams and a vaulted ceiling house customer service areas. The public is invited to visit Financial Center manager Wendy DeMore and assistant manager Csaba Gabor and learn about People s grand opening specials, including bonus-rate CDs and an offer of free checking for one year plus 50 free checks.insurance services.