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Eastern Equine Encephalitis Alert in Pender County

On Aug. 2, 2021 an unvaccinated two-year-old Quarter Horse gelding tested positive for Eastern Equine Encephalitis.

We strongly recommend horse owners vaccinate their horses per their veterinarian’s guidelines but at a minimum against Mosquito-borne illnesses every 6 months in southeastern NC where mosquito activity is so high. Vaccination against Eastern/Western Encephalitis & West Nile Virus are all VERY effective in preventing infection and are relatively inexpensive versus the cost of losing your horse.

Owners should also take precautions when engaging in outdoor activities during times when mosquitoes are most active – at dawn and dusk. Always wear long sleeves, long pants & use mosquito repellant to prevent bites as these viruses can also be contracted by people. Make sure to drain all standing water on you property to prevent mosquito breeding grounds.

The infected horse resided in the Rocky Point area.

Requesting Proposals for Mobile Dentist for the Pender County Health Department RFP #210805-205

The County of Pender is seeking letters of proposal from North Carolina licensed dentists experienced with public health medicine. The successful candidate will have proven medical skills preferably in a health department or similar setting, 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.

Sealed proposals are due by 2:00pm EST on August 13, 2021 to Chasity Smith, Health and Human Services Purchasing Agent, 803 S. Walker Street, Burgaw, NC 28425[dg ids=”177189″]

Library hosts NOAA meteorologist

Important storm information to be shared

BURGAW – On Thursday, Aug. 19 at 6 p.m., Pender County Library will host a meteorologist from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) for an exciting talk about hurricanes, storm safety, and being prepared during hurricane season.

This hour-long discussion will be held in the newly dedicated Michael Y. Taylor Meeting Room at the Main Library in Burgaw.

Evacuation maps, information about evacuation zones and shelter locations, hurricane prep checklists, pet preparedness, and other informational materials will be available at the event.

Registration for this event is suggested but not required. Online registration is available at bit.ly/PCLhurricanes, or go to the library’s website, https://penderpubliclibrary.org, and follow the links under “Events.” You can also call the library and staff will take your registration by phone.

For more information or assistance, call Pender County Library at 910-259-1234 during regular business hours.

 

Addendum 1 to RFP # 210713-202 Parks and Rec Comprehensive Master Plan Update

Please see attached Addendum 1 to the RFP # 210713-202 Parks and Recreation Master Plan Update.

Proposals are due August 12, 2021 by 3pm.

To submit electronically:  Please provide one (1) electronic (PDF) version by email to Vanessa Lacer at vlacer@pendercountync.gov.

To submit by mail or in-person:  Please provide five (5) copies of the proposals, clearly labeled as “Parks and Recreation Comprehensive Master Plan,” and mail or deliver to the following addresses:  Pender County Planning and Community Development

Mailing address: P.O. Box 5, Burgaw, NC, 28425

Physical address: 805 South Walker Street, Burgaw NC, 28425

North Carolina to Require Vaccine Verification for State Employees, Urges Other Government Agencies and Private Employers to do the Same

RALEIGH: Today, Governor Roy Cooper and North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Mandy K. Cohen, M.D. announced that the state government would begin verifying the vaccination status of its workers. Employees not vaccinated are required to wear a mask and be tested at least once a week. Today’s announcement comes as North Carolina’s latest upswing in COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations is driven by unvaccinated North Carolinians.

“Until more people get the vaccine, we will continue living with the very real threat of serious disease, and we will continue to see more dangerous and contagious variants like Delta,” said Governor Cooper.

NCDHHS updated guidance encourages private sector businesses to, at a minimum, verify vaccination status for their workers as well. The requirement for state government employees applies to cabinet agencies and is included in Executive Order 224.

“There is only one way out of this pandemic and that is vaccination. Our trends are accelerating at an alarmingly fast rate and the highest rates of viral spread are happening in areas with low vaccination rates and among those who are not fully vaccinated,” said Secretary Cohen. “If you are already vaccinated, I call on you to urge your unvaccinated family and friends to get their shot now. It is not an understatement to say that you will save lives by doing so.”

The NCDHHS updated guidance reminds unvaccinated people that they need to continue practicing the three Ws – wear a mask in all indoor public settings, wait six feet apart in all public settings and wash hands often. In addition, unvaccinated people should not gather with other unvaccinated people who do not live with them. If they do, they should stay outside and keep 6 feet of distance. In addition, unvaccinated people should not travel.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) issued new mask guidance this week based on levels of transmission in communities. The new maps designate counties as areas of low (blue), moderate (yellow), substantial (orange), or high (red) transmission. Moving forward, everyone in a red or orange county in North Carolina, including those who have been vaccinated, should wear a mask in public indoor settings.

Additionally, in accordance with the updated CDC guidance, all K-12 schools should require universal masking, regardless of vaccination status. NCDHHS is updating its guidance for schools to align with this recommendation.

To date, North Carolina has administered nearly 9.8 million doses of the COVID-19 vaccine, with 57 percent of the adult population fully vaccinated. 61 percent of adults have received at least one dose of the vaccine, including 86 percent of North Carolinians 65 and over.

Learn more about the state’s vaccine distribution at myspot.nc.gov (English) or Vacunate.nc.gov (Spanish). Details on the Your Shot at $1 Million Summer Cash Drawing can be found at covid19.ncdhhs.gov/summervaxcash. Use NCDHHS’ online tool Find a Vaccine Location to find a nearby vaccine site. Call the state’s COVID-19 vaccine hotline at 888-675-4567.

Read the Executive Order.

Read a Frequently Asked Questions document.

Addendums 2 and 3 to EWP Stream Clearing & Snagging Services and Streambank Stabilization RFP# 37-03-5038

Addendum 2 provides clarification to RFP # 37-03-5038.  Addendum 3 provides access to Plans and Specifications, as well as extends the deadline for Proposals to August 6, 2021 at 4pm.  Sealed proposals should be submitted to Daniel Adams, DFM-Floodplain Administrator, at 805 S. Walker Street, Burgaw NC 28425.

Please see Addendum 2 and Addendum 3 to Emergency Watershed Protection – Stream Clearing & Snagging Services and Streambank Stabilization RFP# 37-03-5038.

Note, Addendum 1 was previously issued to change the site walk date.

Bidders are reminded that each of the three Addenda issued for this RFP must be acknowledged in writing, dated, and noted by the bidder on Attachment A: Proposal Form, Item D. Addenda. This required form must be completed and submitted along with other required forms specified in the RFP to assure the submittal is complete.

Pender County reserves the right to reject any/all proposals.

Now Accepting Proposals for Veterinary Services for the Pender County Animal Shelter

Pender County is seeking  proposals from North Carolina licensed veterinarians experienced with shelter veterinary medicine and high-volume spay/neuter to provide shelter veterinary medical and surgical services for the Pender County Animal Shelter.  The successful candidate will have proven surgical and medical skills preferably in a shelter or similar setting, 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.  Proposals are due by 3:00pm EST on August 11, 2021 to Chasity Smith, Health and Human Services Purchasing Agent, 803 S. Walker Street, Burgaw, NC  28425 or to cjsmith@pendercountync.gov. Click here for the full RFP # 210726-204.

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