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Stay at home and take the Pender Hometown Hollywood Challenge

BURGAW – Pender County and the Town of Burgaw are poplar locations for Hollywood. Our shops, our parks, our schools, and more have been backdrops for hundreds of television and movie productions.

“We want to make the most of staying home during the pandemic,” said Tammy Proctor, Pender County tourism director. “Our staff has put together a list of movies for anyone who has visited or resides in Pender County, Topsail Beach, Surf City, Watha, Atkinson, St. Helena, or Burgaw can compete. Identify the Pender County locations and you can win a gift basket packed with items from our local shops.”

To take the Pender Hometown Hollywood Challenge, follow these simple rules:
Watch these movies.
Identify Pender County locations used in the production of these movies.
Make a list. Check it twice.
Then email your list to tourism@pendercountync.gov by May 15.

The family or individual with the most correct answers will win a gift basket, filled with items from Pender County.

If you need a little help, watch Michael Raab’s video Hometown Hollywood. The video will be found on
https://www.visitpender.com/pictures-and-videos.

“Some of these movies are family-friendly,” said Proctor. “Some require parental discretion. Most of these movies are available free on download or from the Pender County Library – call ahead to order.”

Here’s the list:
Secret Life of Bees
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (the original)
Date with an Angel
The Jailhouse
I Know What You Did Last Summer
Silver Bullet
Idlewood

“There are so many movies we could have selected, but this is a good start,” said Proctor. “Let’s start the movie marathon! You don’t have to be a resident to win.”

Pender County meeting cancelations and/or postponements

BURGAW – In accordance with Governor Cooper’s Executive Order #021, and to ensure public engagement and participation is available to conduct county business, the following meetings have been canceled. Agenda items will be rescheduled for meetings to be held in the future:

• April 2 – the meeting of the Board of Equalization and Review (BOER) has been canceled.
• Planning Board – April 7 – Cancelled, case will roll over to next meeting;
• Board of Adjustment – April 15 – Cancelled, no hearings were scheduled;
• Tourism Development Authority – April 16 – Cancelled. Next meeting is May 23.
• All NC Cooperative Extension face to face meetings are cancelled as well. We will conduct any scheduled meetings or classes via Zoom webcast.

Events
• The Parks Foundation of Pender County Golf Outing scheduled for May 1, has been postponed till the fall. TBD.

Pender County issues State of Emergency declaration

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PENDER COUNTY – With the spread of COVID-19 in Southeastern North Carolina, Pender County authorities declared a state of emergency effective Monday, March 30, beginning at 5 p.m.

“Pender County has carefully monitored the Coronavirus,” said George Brown, Pender County chairman of the board of county commissioners. “We are coordinating our efforts through our capable county health director, Carolyn Moser, and Carson Smith, our interim emergency manager.”

Brown signed a Pender County State of Emergency late Monday, following his statements made by video. The video is available for viewing on the Pender County website, pendercountync.gov and on the county’s Facebook pages.

Starting today, the Pender County State of Emergency declaration will closely adhere to Gov. Roy Cooper’s Executive Order 121, which mandates a Stay at Home policy through April.

“The Stay at Home order is vital to mitigating the spread of COVID-19,” said Carolyn Moser, Pender County director of health and human services.

All Pender County offices will remain open. Essential government work is being accomplished.

“The health department and human services are open and prepared to serve our citizens,” said Moser. “Our hours are 8 a.m.- 5 p.m., Mondays through Fridays.”

“Pender County Emergency Management continues to monitor the situation and we support the health department during the pandemic,” said Carson Smith, interim emergency manager. “We urge everyone to follow the Stay at Home emergency declaration and Executive Order 121.”

For assistance call Pender County Health Department at 910-259-1230 or the EM office at 910- 259-1210.

 

 

Pender County Health and Human Services Statement

Pender County Health and Human Services (PCHHS) continues to monitor the COVID-19 pandemic. We are working closely with state and federal officials and are following all guidelines and recommendations from the NC Department of Health & Human Services (NC DHHS) and the Centers for Disease Control (CDC).

Currently in the State of North Carolina 736 COVID-19 cases and three deaths have been reported. There have been no cases reported in Pender County to date.

According to the CDC, most people who get COVID-19 will recover without needing medical care. For that reason, people who think they have COVID-19 showing mild symptoms such as fever and cough without shortness of breath or difficulty breathing are encouraged to isolate themselves at home, separate themselves from others in their home as much as possible, and call their medical provider for advice.

People can stop isolating themselves when they have met the following:
• It has been at least 7 days since you first had symptoms
• You have had no fever for three days (72 hours) without any fever reducing medication
• Your other symptoms have improved

We urge our residents to stay informed. The CDC and the NC DHHS provides factual information and recommendations.

We strongly encourage our residents to follow the recommended safe hygiene practices and social distancing.

• Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds especially after you have been in a public place, or after blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing
• Avoid close contact with people who are sick
• Stay home if you’re sick
• Clean AND disinfect frequently touched surfaces daily
• Cover your mouth and nose with a tissue when you cough or sneeze or use the inside of your elbow.

If you are experiencing symptoms of COVID-19 – a cough, fever, and shortness of breath – please contact your health care provider. It is extremely important for people at higher risk of getting sick to call their medical provider if they develop symptoms of fever or cough. High-risk individuals include: those 65 years or older; someone with a high-risk condition like heart or lung disease, moderate to severe asthma, a compromised immune system, diabetes, or severe obesity, and pregnant women.

The Pender County Health Department clinic is open Mondays through Fridays 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. No appointment is necessary. We have COVID-19 testing kits and are following the testing criteria provided by NC DHHS and the CDC.

Pender County Health and Human Services is actively working to keep you informed. If you should have questions, please call the Pender County Health Department at 910-259-1230. The website, pendercountync.gov, features a COVID-19 microsite with information. For the latest information on COVID-19, visit reliable websites such as the NC Department of Health and Human Services https://covid19.ncdhhs.gov/ and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention www.cdc.gov/coronavirus.

NC 2-1-1 is an information and referral service provided by United Way of North Carolina. Families and individuals can call to obtain free and confidential information on health and human services and resources within their community.

Gov. Roy Cooper announces statewide Stay-at-Home order until April 29

Governor Cooper Announces Statewide Stay at Home Order Until April 29

Essential businesses may remain open, social distancing mandated

Executive Order No. 121 can be found here

RALEIGH: Governor Roy Cooper ordered people in the state of North Carolina to stay at home for 30 days, until April 29, 2020, in another step to slow the spread of the COVID-19 coronavirus. Governor Cooper’s Executive Order No. 121 takes effect on Monday, March 30 at 5:00 PM and reduces the size of gatherings to 10 people. The Order provides for essential businesses to continue to operate while prioritizing social distancing measures. The Order has the force of law and will be enforced in all 100 counties statewide.

“To continue our aggressive battle against COVID-19, I have signed a Stay at Home Order for the entire state of North Carolina. Though it is difficult we must do this to slow the disease spread,” said Governor Cooper. “We need our medical system to be able to care for the friends and family we know will become seriously ill from the virus.”

The Governor noted today that three North Carolinians have died due to COVID-19 and the state has 763 confirmed cases of the virus in 60 counties. He called on all North Carolinians to protect themselves by staying home and following social distancing guidelines. North Carolina is now considered to have widespread transmission of the virus, which means people who have tested positive cannot trace where they were exposed to the virus.

The Order directs people to stay at home except to visit essential businesses, to exercise outdoors or to help a family member. Specifically, the order bans gatherings of more than 10 people and directs everyone to physically stay at least six feet apart from others.

“I know this order may lead to even more hardship and heartache. Although we are physically apart, we must take this step together in spirit,” Governor Cooper said.

Unless noted in the order, previous closures and orders stand as written as do local government orders in cities and counties. Frequently Asked Questions about the Order can be found here.

If you do not think your business is included in the list of the essential services, and you think it should be, you may apply online at the NC Department of Revenue to be designated essential https://www.ncdor.gov/home/ncdor-actions-covid-19/covid-19-essential-businesses. Until your exemption is reviewed, you may operate as long as your business can accommodate social distancing in your workplace.

For more information about health recommendations and who is designated at high risk for becoming seriously ill, please visit the CDC’s website at www.cdc.gov/coronavirus and NCDHHS’ website at www.ncdhhs.gov/coronavirus.

Carson Smith returns to Pender County Emergency Management, interim post

BURGAW – State Representative Carson Smith will return to his former post as Pender County Emergency Manager as an interim director, effective March 26.

“Carson will be the stabilizing force to lead Emergency Management through this pandemic,” George Brown, chairman of the Pender County Board of Commissioners, said. “Our Emergency Management and Public Health both have vital leadership roles as they work together to help guide our county through this event.”

Carson attended Topsail schools where he began working in many different aspects of public safety including Pender East EMS, Hampstead Volunteer Fire Department, and Scott’s Hill Fire Department. Following his college education and training as a North Carolina Highway Patrolman, Smith returned to Pender County in the 90s to take the position of Emergency Management Coordinator. Shortly after taking the job, Pender County began facing many challenges created from the unusually high hurricane activity we saw in the mid and late 90’s. There were five Presidential Disaster Declarations due to hurricanes during his time as Coordinator including: Bertha ’96, Fran ’96, Bonnie ’98, Dennis ’99, and Floyd ’99. Smith served as Emergency Manager until he was elected sheriff in Pender County in 2002. He served as Pender County Sheriff for 16 years before running for office as a NC State Representative.

Smith will oversee the day-to-day operations of the emergency operations center as the interim director. He will replace Charles Tear, who resigned, effective March 24.

Advertisement to Bid: Pender County Courthouse – Interior Renovations

ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS

 

Sealed bids will be received until 3:00 p.m. (local time), April 23, 2020, in the Commissioner’s Room of Pender County Administration Building, 805 S. Walker Street, Burgaw, North Carolina, and then opened and publicly read for furnishing all labor and materials and performing all work connected with: Pender County Courthouse – Interior Renovations, as indicated in the plans and specifications dated March 29, 2020.

In response to social distancing recommendations by state and local health authorities, bids will be opened publicly through video/audio conference. Conference log-in information to be provided by Architect at the pre-bid meeting. Bidders shall notify the Architect in advance if they wish to be physically present during the bid opening.

 

A mandatory Pre-Bid Meeting will be held at 3:00 p.m. (local time), April 8, 2020 at the Pender County Courthouse, 100 S. Wright Street, Burgaw, North Carolina 28425.  Prime bidders and asbestos abatement subcontractors are required to attend. Subcontractors (other than asbestos abatement subcontractor) and suppliers are invited to attend.

Precautions will be taken with respect to COVID-19. If weather permits, the pre-bid meeting will be conducted outside of the courthouse.  In the event of bad weather, bidders shall meet in the courtroom and maintain distance between individuals as recommended by state and local health authorities. Bidders shall bring gloves and any other personal protective equipment desired. Bidders may tour the building in small groups after the pre-bid meeting.    

 

The project shall consist of storm damage repairs and renovations to the historic courthouse in Burgaw.  Work includes relocating mechanical and electrical systems from basement to first floor;  new HVAC systems throughout the building; data wiring; plaster demolition, repair and replacement; custom woodwork to match existing; new accessible bathrooms; new elevator and masonry shaft; ADA upgrades; a new building generator; site work to facilitate drainage; masonry screen wall at the generator and ADA ramp; upholstery replacement for courtroom seating; and miscellaneous paint and floor finishes throughout.    Hazardous materials, including asbestos floor mastic, asbestos ceiling coatings, and lead paint, will be removed under this contract.

 

Hazardous Material Abatement Subcontractors must be pre-approved to be eligible to submit bids and have their bids considered.  The following Abatement Subcontractors have been pre-approved for this Project.

  1. Demolition & Asbestos Removal, Inc., Division of D. H. Griffin; Glenn Collins dgcollins@daricorp.com
  2. CCI; Clay Fields or Justin fields@cci-env.com
  3. Enpuricon, Inc.; Scott Gordon sgordon@enpuricon.com
  4. NEO Corporation; Langdon Williams lwilliams@neocorporation.com
  5. EHG, LLC; Larry Crickmore LCrickmore@ehgllc.com

 

Bid Forms, Plans, Specifications, and Contract Documents may be examined at the Owner’s office at 805 S. Walker Street, Burgaw, North Carolina, between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., and the following plan rooms’ websites:

 

Dodge Data & Analytics – www.construction.com

Carolinas Plan Room – www.carolinasplanroom.com

iSqFt + bidclerk – www.iSqFt.com

 

Bidders may obtain a complete set of bidding documents beginning on March 30, 2020 from: McGee Cadd Reprographics, 2527 S. 17th St., Wilmington, NC 28401, (910) 392-5500, e-mail: mcgee01@mcgee-cadd.com, upon the non-refundable payment of services charges.

 

Electronic Documents:  Complete plans, specifications, and contract documents can be obtained electronically on March 30, 2020.  Go to http://infoexchange.ls3p.com and login using your e-mail address and “anonymous” as the password.  Click on the Pender Courthouse Interior Bid Documents download link.

Minority Participation:  Bidders shall note that compliance with the Owner’s Minority Participation Policy is applicable to this project.  The bidder shall make good faith efforts, as defined in the bid specifications, to subcontract 10% of the dollar value of the single prime contract to businesses owned and controlled by minorities.  Individuals who are minorities include women, Black Americans, Hispanic Americans, Native Americans, Asian-Pacific Americans, and Asian-Indian Americans.  Bidders are required to submit, along with the bid, information concerning minority business enterprises which will participate in the contract.  The information will include: (1) name and address of each minority firm; (2) description of the work to be performed by each minority firm named; and (3) the dollar value of the work to be performed by each firm named.  Bidders are required to submit along with the bid, specific documentation demonstrating that they made good faith efforts to meet established goals.  A bid which fails to meet these requirements may be considered non-responsive.

Visit NC Department of Administration at http://www.doa.nc.gov/hub/searchhub.aspx to search for Minority/Women Business Enterprises.

 

Bid security required is (5%) of the bid, in cash, certified check or Bid Bond.

 

Performance and Payment Bonds in the amount of (100%) of contract amount will be required.

 

Bids may not be withdrawn for sixty (60) days after bid due date.

 

The Owner reserves the right to reject each and every bid and to waive informalities in bidding.

 

/s/ Mr. Chad McEwan, Assistant Manager

Pender County, Burgaw, North Carolina

Pender County playground guidelines to prevent the spread of COVID-19

Burgaw – Pender County Parks and Recreation department’s playground equipment remains open at this time, but Pender County officials are advising residents to bring sanitizing wipes with them to wipe down any playground equipment before it is used.

“Pender County staff have been cleaning and disinfecting the playground equipment at the three county-owned parks, following the recommendations from the CDC, “said Zach White, Parks and Recreation supervisor. “Staff will continue to clean and disinfect the equipment twice per week.”

“COVID-19 spread can occur from touching your mouth, nose or possibly eyes after having contact with contaminated surfaces or objects, according to the CDC,” said Carolyn Moser, Pender County health director.

Residents should be prepared to wipe down playground surfaces with recommended cleaning products, if they choose to use county-owned playground equipment.

Here are some recommendations to help limit the spread of COVID-19:
• Follow social distancing: gatherings of more than 50 people are prohibited, under the NC State of Emergency, and individuals are encouraged to maintain 6-feet of distance from others.
• Wash hands frequently with soap and water, and for at least 20 seconds each time.
• Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth with unwashed hands.
• Avoid close contact with people who are ill.
• Cover your mouth and nose with a tissue when you cough or sneeze.
• Do not reuse tissue after coughing, sneezing, or blowing your nose.
• Clean and disinfect surfaces that are frequently touched (like your phone, tablet, countertops and daily work surfaces).
• Stay home and away from others when you are sick.

Internet connectivity available to Pender County residents

Burgaw – Pender County Board of Commissioners remind Pender County citizens that the Atkinson, Burgaw, and Hampstead libraries will continue to provide FREE public Wi-Fi Internet access.

“Under the recommendations of state health officials, social distancing is a must,” said Erik Harvey, Pender County IT director. “This FREE resource is available for both students and citizens who don’t have Internet access to stay connected and informed of the latest news on COVID-19.”

Available locations for wireless networks:
Atkinson Municipal Library
300 W Henry St.
Atkinson, NC 28421

Pender County Burgaw Library
103 S. Cowan St.
Burgaw, NC 28425

Pender County Hampstead Library
75 Library Dr.
Hampstead, NC 28443

Here’s what you need to know to access the Pender County Library Wi-Fi:

• Provide your own Wi-Fi enabled laptop or device
• Power on your own computer
• Select and connect to the appropriate Wi-Fi wireless network
• Open your Internet browser

Additionally, Spectrum is providing free Internet Service at all their hotspot locations. To locate a Spectrum hotspot in nearest you, go to https://www.ncbroadband.gov/covid19broadband/ and type in your address.

Starting on Tuesday, March 24, Pender County Schools will have designated “hotspots” for students to utilize in school parking lots.

For the safety of the public, the Pender County Sheriff’s Department will routinely patrol the area’s “hotspots.”

“We are working to bring better Internet connectivity to our county,” said Harvey. “In the interim, we urge our students and residents to utilize these free resources to stay connected to school and county updates.”

Resources for businesses impacted by COVID-19

Helpful links for your business

Wednesdy, March 25, 2-3:30 p.m. take a free online class from the Small Business Center entitled “Preparing Your Business for the Threat of Coronavirus.”

You must register online for this online panel discussion. Access is limited, so please, register today.

If COVID-19 has impacted your business, there’s assistance available.

Businesses and individuals may obtain information and loan applications by calling the SBA’s Customer Service Center at 1-800-659-2955 or 1-800-877-8339 for the deaf and hard-of-hearing, or by emailing disastercustomerservice@sba.gov.  Here’s a link for more information on low interest loans.

Be sure to visit SCORE, a free service with helpful links designed for your success.

The Small Business Administration offers information for businesses impacted by COVID-19. Click here for the link.

Misinformation and panic are two viruses you can control. Be informed. When in doubt, go to the CDC  or the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services for COVID-19 information.

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