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Henderson’s Sewer Collection System Bypasses About 38,760 Gallons Untreated Water

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For those who don’t know the sound of a broken record, a scratch or imperfection causes the same portion of sound to repeat over and over.

In this case, it’s the City of Henderson’s Sewer Collection System that is broken, and the repeated information is the locations listed where the bypasses are occurring.

A press release from the City indicates, “The overflows occurred at Sandy Creek Pump Station, and several manholes including Neathery Street, intersection of Alexander Avenue/S. Elizabeth Street, intersection of Alexander Avenue/Willow Lane, intersection of Pinkston Street/Farrar Ave, and Bridgers Street.”

The 38,000 some-odd gallons of untreated water escaped on January 31 due to inflow and infiltration from rainfall.

Approximately 38,160 gallons of untreated water entered a tributary to Sandy Creek.  The press release shows approximately 600 gallons of untreated water was contained on the ground.

State statutes require a press release for all bypasses of 1,000 gallons or more that enter surface waters.

Questions concerning the matter should be phoned in to 252.226.4492 or 252.430.9387 or 252.431.6117.

In 2020, one of the wettest on record for this area, the City issued not fewer than 10 press releases about sewer bypasses, many in the same locations.

For nearby RDU airport in 2020, the National Weather Service indicates rainfall amounts about 10 inches above normal.  The Greensboro area was about 18 inches above normal.  In Fayetteville, the 2020 total was about 15 inches above normal.  The rain, precipitation and general soggy weather has persisted into 2021.

A December 24, 2020 press release read, “The overflows occurred at Sandy Creek Pump Station, and several manholes including Neathery Street, intersection of Alexander Avenue/S. Elizabeth Street, intersection of Alexander Avenue/Willow Lane, intersection of Pinkston Street/Farrar Ave, S. Pinkston street (Green Acres). Approximately 114,420 gallons of untreated water entered a tributary to Sandy Creek. Approximately 760 gallons of untreated water was contained on the ground.”

At that time, Henderson City Manager Terrell Blackmon wrote in an email to WIZS about the City’s plans to address “both our aging and in some cases non-existent infrastructure.”

Also, he wrote, “The City of Henderson recently adopted a storm water ordinance which is a requirement by the State of NC if we intend to keep issuing building permits and encouraging development in our community. There are basic requirements that we have up to five years to comply with as a part of our storm water management program. Further, the City Council did agree to apply for a $2.5 million loan to assist with addressing some of our storm water issues. We will know in early spring whether or not we were successful with this effort. This process will be a marathon and not a sprint, but we have started making strides to address these issues.”

Henderson City Council Strategic Planning Retreat Rescheduled

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The Henderson City Council’s Strategic Planning Retreat, which was postponed a few days because of the weather, has now been rescheduled for Wednesday.

On February 3, 2021 from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. at City Hall, the annual meeting will take place.  A quorum of council members is likely, but no decisive actions will take place during the meeting.

A public notice from City Clerk Esther McCrackin says the public can observe via Zoom and provides the following information:

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Meeting ID: 825 8232 8369
Passcode: 091682
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Henderson City Council Strategic Planning Retreat Thursday

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— submitted by the City of Henderson

UPDATE: Due to the weather, Council has elected to postpone the Strategic Planning Retreat scheduled for today, Thursday, January 28, 2021. It will be rescheduled.

The Henderson City Council will meet for its annual Strategic Planning Retreat on Thursday, January 28, 2021 from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at City Hall.   A quorum of Council Members is expected; however, no decisive action will be taken during this meeting.   The public is welcome to observe via Zoom:

Topic: Strategic Planning Retreat
Time: Jan 28, 2021 09:00 AM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
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City of Henderson Update 06/06/18

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Henderson City Council’s Land Planning Committee Meeting Dec. 6

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The Henderson City Council’s Land Planning Committee will meet on Wednesday, December 6, 2017, at 4:00 p.m. in the Large Conference Room, 134 Rose Avenue. The purpose of this meeting is to consider accepting a donation of land, bids for Abagayle’s Books building, and the status of the Henderson Laundry and the First National Bank Building. The public is welcome to attend.

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City of Henderson Sanitation Schedule for Holidays

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— courtesy City of Henderson, NC

Public Notice
Sanitation Reminders
The City of Henderson Public Works Department Sanitation Division will follow the schedule below for holidays during the months of November & December.

Friday, Veterans Day, November 10, 2017
Garbage collection by Waste Industries will run its normal schedule
Brush by the City will run its normal schedule
No recycling this week

Sanitation-Brush and Recycling by the City
November-23rdThanksgiving Day-collection will be Wednesday November 22nd
November-25th Friday route will run its normal schedule
No recycling this week
December-25th Christmas Day-normal route will be collected Tuesday December 26th

Garbage Collection-Waste Industries
November-23rd Thanksgiving Day-collection will be Friday November 24th
November-24th Friday’s normal route will be collected on Saturday November 25th
Since Christmas Day is on a Monday, garbage collection by Waste Industries will run a day behind its normal schedule for the week.

Loose leaf collection started the week of October 23rd, 2017 on a limited basis and is increasing as needed as the accumulation of leaves become heavier. Loose leaves should be placed in rows or piles at the roadside but NOT in the gutter, street, or open ditch which could cause flooding or blockage of the storm drains. Raked leaves must be leaves only and not contain any broken glass, rocks, large sticks or other debris including trash that could cause severe damage to the leaf collection equipment and delay pickup. Leaves will not be picked up if those items listed above are mixed in with the leaves.

Please visit https://ci.henderson.nc.us and search Municode for a copy of the Sanitation Code.

Any questions should be directed to Jeanetta Lyons or Andy Perkinson at 252-431-6115.

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Loose Leaf Collection

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The following from the City of Henderson, NC:

Loose leaf collection will begin the week of October 23rd, 2017 and will end Mid-January. This involves the use of a vacuum machine and trucks.  Therefore, it is essential that leaves be free of rocks, trash and limbs so that the equipment is not damaged. You may continue to bag the leaves or place in a container, however it is not required until the loose leaf pickup season is over.

LOOSE LEAVES – All leaves must be raked behind the curb (not into storm drains, ditches or gutters on the street).
BAGGED LEAVES – All leaves must be in CLEAR plastic bags and weigh less than 50 lbs. per bag. Bags must be left at the curb. Do not put in street or gutters and ditches.

Make certain that no leaves are left on top of your water meter. Leaves will generally be picked up on a two or three week rotation.  However, this is dependent on weather conditions and leaf accumulation. If you have any questions, contact the Public Services Department at 252-431-6115 or 252-431-6118. Also, please keep in mind after January 19, 2018 if leaves are not bagged, there will be a $75.00 charge.

City of Henderson/County of Vance to meet tomorrow

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There will be a joint meeting between the Henderson City Council and the Vance County Commissioners on Wednesday, May 3, 2017 at 10:00 a.m. in the Farm Bureau Room at the Perry Memorial Library, 205 Breckenridge Street, Henderson.  The purpose of this meeting is to hear a presentation from the NC School of Government regarding the Henderson urban redevelopment area.  No action will be taken during this meeting.  The public is welcome to attend.

Esther J. McCrackin

City Clerk – City of Henderson, NC

134 Rose Avenue

P.O. Box 1434

Henderson, NC 27536

Vance County Animal Control to Offer Free Rabies Clinic

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On Saturday, April 22nd, Vance County Animal Control will have a free rabies clinic at Great Zion Holiness Church in Henderson.

Vance County Animal Control requests that you have your dogs on a leash and your cats in carriers.

This is an opportunity to get your pet’s rabies vaccine updated.

You do not have to be a Vance County resident to attend the clinic.

The event will take place from 9:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m.

Greater Zion Holiness Church is located at 804 Flint Street in the City of Henderson.

Henderson Residents Asked to Conserve Water Starting Wednesday

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PRESS RELEASE: 13 February 2017

The City of Henderson/ Kerr Lake Regional Water System will begin repair on a 36” water main just outside the water plant beginning at 12:00 a.m. on the morning of February 15, 2017.

Due to the repair procedure it will be necessary to shut the main off to replace the pipe.

The plant will continue to produce and distribute the water through the existing 24” main parallel water main.  While there should be no disruption of service during this time, we do ask customers to practice conservation of water during this time and not to use fire hydrants except for emergency purposes.

It is anticipated that the 36” main will be back in service later in the day on the 16th.

Should you have any questions concerning this repair please contact Christy Lipscomb, KLRWP Director at 252-438-2142.

 

Esther J. McCrackin

City Clerk – City of Henderson, NC

134 Rose Avenue

P.O. Box 1434

Henderson, NC 27536