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Water line repaired, system pressure advisory rescinded

Boiling water is no longer necessary in the Watts Landing, NC Hwy 210 vicinity

 

BURGAW – Pender County Utilities rescinded the Dec. 14 system pressure advisory for water customers living in the vicinity of NC Highway 210 near Watts Landing and Surf City.

The drinking water has been sampled. Bacteriological analysis shows no coliform bacteria is present.

Normal operations have been restored and water may be used without boiling.

The water outage was caused by a private contractor who drilled into the PCU water main.  Crews responded and the broken section of line was isolated.

Holiday hours for Pender County Government offices

PENDER COUNTY – All Pender County Government offices will close Thursday, Dec. 23 through Monday, Dec. 27 for the Christmas holiday.

Government offices will reopen Tuesday, Dec. 28 at their normal hours of operation.

In celebration of the New Year, Friday, Dec. 31, offices will close. Normal office hours will resume Monday, Jan. 3, 2022.

 

NCDPS Juvenile Crime Prevention Council Continuation Funding FY 2022-2023

The Juvenile Crime Prevention Council having studied the needs of juveniles in the county hereby publishes this Request for Proposals.  Deadline is January 17, 2022.

The North Carolina Department of Public Safety (NCDPS) anticipates annual funds in the above stated amount will be available for programs serving delinquent and at-risk youth beginning on or after July 1, 2022.   The Juvenile Crime Prevention Council may recommend certain programs for one or two-year funding awards dependent upon program performance, compliance with JCPC policy, and the availability of state JCPC allocation funds.

Based on identified needed programs and possible gaps in the service continuum, the following program types will be considered for funding:

  • Parent/Family Skill Building

As a result of the Needs Assessment in the above-named county, programs that reduce risk, address the needs of juveniles, and increase protective factors will be considered for funding.

Elevated Risk Factors for delinquency: 

  • Regularly associating with other delinquent youth
  • Moderate to serious behavioral problems at school
  • Engaged in assaultive/aggressive behavior
  • Engaged in substance abuse
  • Inadequate supervision by parents/guardians
  • Referral to juvenile court prior to age 12
  • Prior involvement with juvenile court

Elevated Needs for adjudicated juveniles:

  • Association with other delinquent peers
  • Substance abuse; sexually offending behavior, mental health problems, involvement with juvenile court prior to age 12, multiple referrals to juvenile court
  • Parental supervision problems
  • Moderate to severe behavioral problems at school

Protective Factors to address risk and needs:

  1. Program services compatible with research that are shown to be effective with juvenile offenders.
  2. Program services are outcome-based.
  3. The program has an evaluation component.
  4. Program services detect gang participate and divert individuals, if applicable.

The web-based program application (NCALLIES) and instructions are available on line at the Department of Public Safety web-site:  https://www.ncdps.gov/Index2.cfm?a=000003,002476,002483,002482,002514

Only local public agencies, 501-C-3 non-profit corporations and local housing authorities will be considered for funding. For additional information regarding the application process:  Dee Turner, JCPC Chairperson/Designee at 910-663-3769.   For information about the grant writing workshop and other technical assistance:  Pam Stokes, Area Consultant at 910-920-4975.

The deadline for receiving applications is January 17, 2022.  Email to dturner@pendercountync.gov or deliver to:  805 S. Walker St., Burgaw, NC  28425.

Click here for a PDF of this Request for Proposals.

Professional Engineering Services – Water Plant Generator and Wastewater Plant Berm, RFQ # 211214-219

Pender County Utilities (PCU) is seeking Statements of Qualifications (SOQ) from consulting engineering firms experienced with the design of protective flood control berms and natural gas fueled generators.  The engineering firm will provide complete design, permitting, and construction administration/observation of a proposed approximately 1100 linear foot flood control berm around a portion of the PCU wastewater treatment plant (WWTP), and an approximately 1500 kW natural gas generator at the water treatment plant (WTP). Both plants are located on Quality Way off US 421 in southwestern Pender County, adjacent to the Pender Commerce Park.  Any questions concerning this RFQ should be directed to Kenny Keel, Director, Pender County Utilities, at kkeel@pendercountync.gov or (910) 259-0212 no later than January 5, 2022 at 10:00am.  Questions will be answered in the form of an Addendum on January 7, 2022.  SOQ’s should be submitted to Kenny Keel, Director, Pender County Utilities, at kkeel@pendercountync.gov no later than 3:00 PM on January 11, 2022.  Submitted information shall comply with NCGS 143-64.31 through 64.34 (aka Mini Brooks Act).  Click here to view the full RFQ # 211214-219.  Pender County reserves the right to reject any/all SOQ’s.

 

 

System Pressure Advisory – Water Outage

BURGAW – Pender County Utilities water customers living in the vicinity of 210 Highway going toward Watts Landing and Surf City are experiencing a water outage. This was caused by a contractor doing a line bore under 210 Highway and drilled into the PCU water main.  Crews are onsite and lines isolated.  Repairs should be finished in several hours and water restored.

Therefore, consumers in the area noted above are advised to boil all water used for human consumption (including drinking, making ice, brushing teeth, washing dishes and food preparation) or use bottled water until this advisory is lifted. This advisory will be in effect for a minimum of 24 hours.

Vigorous boiling for one (1) minute should kill any disease-causing organisms that may be present in the water. Water customers are strongly urged to conserve water whenever possible.

This advisory remains in effect until further written notification is issued.

This advisory will go in effect on Tuesday, Dec. 14, starting at 2 p.m.  The advisory will be lifted when 24-hour testing comes back negative for Bac-T.

Pender County Legal Services, RFP # 211207-216

Pender County is re-advertising for legal services to be provided to the County for Fiscal Year 2022. Legal services requested are primarily in the field of land use regulation and enforcement of related ordinances as well as grant administration. Only attorneys who are currently licensed to practice law in NC and maintain an office in NC or law firms including such attorneys, may respond to this RFP.  Questions on this RFP are due to thenley@pendercountync.gov by 5pm on December 30, 2021.  Reponses are due January 18, 2021, by 4pm to Travis Henley, Planning & Community Development Director, at 805 S. Walker Street, Burgaw, NC, 28425. Click here to view the full RFP # 211207-216.  The county reserves the right to reject any/all proposals.

Commissioners honor retirees

During the Dec. 6 meeting of the Pender County Board of Commissioners, employees were honored for their service to the county.

Alecia Williamson

Beverly Hall

Cynthia Kath

Karen Brown

Brenda Chasten-Allen

Stephanie Lewis

Joseph Camperlengo

Roy Horne

Pictured are Roy Horne with Chairman David Piepmeyer and Assistant County Manager Allen Vann.

 

Pictured are Joe Camperlengo with Commissioner David Williams and Assistant County Manager Allen Vann.

 

 

 

Application period closing Dec. 17 for HOPE rent and utility assistance program

More than $744 million awarded to help North Carolina families 

RALEIGH, N.C. — The application period for the Housing Opportunities and Prevention of Evictions (HOPE) Program will close at 6 p.m. Friday, Dec. 17, with available federal funding committed to applications currently in-process and those expected in the week ahead. Since opening in October 2020, HOPE has promoted housing stability during the pandemic by providing rent and utility assistance to North Carolina families financially impacted by COVID-19. To date, the program has awarded $744 million to help 148,939 households. Of that amount, $585 million has already been paid directly to landlords and utility companies statewide. 

The U.S. Department of Treasury recently ranked the HOPE Program as No. 3 in the nation for the number of households served, while North Carolina overall ranked No. 6 for the spending of federal Emergency Rental Assistance (ERA) money. Several other states have also announced the closure of their ERA programs, including Texas and Oregon. Due to a substantial increase in applications since the Thanksgiving holiday, the HOPE Program now expects to exhaust funds in the coming weeks and is closing intake to ensure that eligible applications received by the deadline will be awarded financial assistance.

“The HOPE Program has worked diligently to reach as many applicants as possible and has been watching the application volume carefully,” said Director Laura Hogshead of the N.C. Office of Recovery and Resiliency, which administers the HOPE Program. “We’ve seen a substantial increase in applications since the Thanksgiving holiday. As a result, the application period is closing sooner than expected to ensure eligible applicants who apply by the deadline will get the help they need.”

Renters experiencing financial hardship in the 88 counties served by HOPE are encouraged to apply at www.HOPE.NC.gov or by calling 888-9ASK-HOPE (888-927-5467) by this Friday, Dec. 17. HOPE applications already under review and new applications submitted by the deadline will be processed, with awards to be paid on behalf of eligible applicants. 

The closing of the HOPE Program’s application period does not impact federally funded local rent and utility assistance programs. In addition to HOPE, 12 counties and five Native American tribes received direct federal funding to operate their own emergency rent and utility programs. While the HOPE Program’s funding is projected to run out soon, local and tribal programs may still be accepting applications beyond Dec. 17. The HOPE Interactive Map provides a list of counties served by HOPE, local government programs, and tribal government programs.

Detailed information about the HOPE Program, including eligibility requirements, program benefits, and an online application, is available at www.HOPE.NC.gov. Applicants who cannot access the website should call 888-9ASK-HOPE (888-927-5467) for help with the application process. The HOPE Call Center will be open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. through Friday, Dec. 17. Both English- and Spanish-speaking representatives are available to assist callers. 

Landlords whose tenants are struggling to pay rent due to the pandemic can also submit names and contact information using the HOPE Program website or by contacting the HOPE Call Center at 888-9ASK-HOPE (888-927-5467). A program specialist will then follow up with the tenant to help start the application process.   

Funding for the HOPE Program is provided to the state through U.S. Department of Treasury Coronavirus Relief Fund allocations and the Emergency Rental Assistance Program. The HOPE Program is managed by the N.C. Office of Recovery and Resiliency, a division of the Department of Public Safety. To learn more about the HOPE Program, visit www.HOPE.NC.gov.

Community Health Needs Assessment, RFP #211209-218 and Addendum 1

The County of Pender is seeking letters of proposal for professional services to conduct, assist with data collection, analysis, and reporting of the Community Health Needs Assessment (CHNA). The CHNA allows the County to determine how to improve the health and well-being of the community within an array of categories. Analysis will aide in the strategic planning and development of programs utilized to benefit the health of the community. The successful candidate shall provide insight and assistance for the Pender County Health Department, promote a collaborative spirit, a positive and flexible approach to problem-solving, clear, and compassionate communication skills, and an energetic pace. A high level of professionalism and strong interpersonal skills are required. Professional shall have considerable knowledge of Community Health Needs Assessment requirements, the practice and principles of community resources, and other standards of public health.

Any questions related to this Request for Proposal should be submitted in writing via e-mail to Chasity Smith, Purchasing Agent at cjsmith@pendercountync.gov by December 16, 2021 at 5:00pm EST. Answers will be provided and attached as Addendum 1 on  December 22, 2021.

Sealed proposals are due on or before 3:00 pm EST on December 29, 2021. The submittal package should be clearly marked “RFP # 211209-218 Community Health Needs Assessment Services” and clearly identify the contractor submitting the proposal.

Sealed proposals shall be addressed to the attention of Chasity Smith, Purchasing Agent at the following address:

 

Pender County Health Department

Attention:  Chasity Smith

803 S. Walker Street

Burgaw, NC  28425

 

All responses submitted become the property of the Pender County Government. Submitting a proposal in response to this RFP does not commit Pender County to award a contract or pay any costs incurred in preparation, or travel to Pender County. The County reserves the right to contract with one or more vendors. Additionally, the County reserves the right to cancel this Request for Proposal in part or in its entirety.

Click here to view the full RFP # 211209-218.

Addendum 1 Questions and Answers can be viewed here.

 

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