HomeMy WebLinkAboutC.054.93011_1533 (2)3,846 customers. This project will construct a one million gallon water storage tank, and 2,000 -LF of 12 -inch water line in order
to meet the expansion needs of Polar Cold Storage. This project will assist with the creation of 30 jobs. The county has lost 1,592
jobs in the last two years. iredell County's poverty rate is 8.2%.
Town ofHarmonv. Preliminary Engineering Report. $10.000'.
The Town of Harmony is located in northern Iredell County and has a population of 546. Iredell County is considered a rural non-
distressed county; however, the Town of Harmony is a "distressed' community located near a growing rural area. Iredell County's
average per capita income is $19,245. The average income per capita in Harmony is $11,176, more than $8,000 lower than the
county average. The Town of Harmony is suffering from failing septic tanks and is in need of a new sewer system. The options for
sewer collection for Harmony must be explored considering not only thr needs of the community and the available resources but
also the Town's financial position.
This Preliminary Engineering Report (PER) will be an option analysis for sewer collection for the Town of Harmony. The report
will look at new collection lines, a new treatment system, construction wetlands, and a study of possible receiving streams as well as
other disposal options.
The PER will give the Town of Harmony a clear picture of what will be needed to develop a sewer collection system and will serve
as a new starting point which can lead to the development of a sewer collection system. In illustration, Harmony is presently at Point
A where they have a need but no idea of their options. The PER will move Harmony to Point B where they know their options and
can proceed to complete the sewer system through State Revolving Fund, RECD (Farmers Home) or The Rural Center.
Town of Harmony. Wastewater Collection and Treatment System. $1.020.000'.
The proposed project involves the design and construction of a wastewater collection system and a 250,000 gallon per day
constructed wetlands wastewater treatment facility.
City of Statesville. Statesville -Salisbury Water Line. $300.000•.
This project will construct an interconnection between the Statesville water system and the Salisbury water system. The
interconnection will provide up to 2 million gallons per day of treated drinking water to the City of Statesville. Statesville provides
water to 9492 customers. This project will assist in the retention of 1610 jobs. Iredell County has lost 1819 jobs in the past two
years. The city's poverty rate is 16.1 %. The city requested $400,000 toward the project. Rural Center staff recommends an award of
$300,000 based on the presence of a high fund balance in the cityf s coffers.
Town of Troutman — improved Capacity for Wastewater Treatment $3.000.000.
No project details available.
Iredell County -Water Lines-. $330.225'•. No project details available.
' Information provided by NC Rural Center
" Information provided by NC DENR Water & Sewer Divisions
Resolution of Support for the Clean Water Act of 2007
WHEREAS, North Carolina's continued prosperity depends on protecting the State's water resources
for current use and future generations; and
WHEREAS, North Carolina is expected to grow by 3.5 million people to exceed 12 million by the
year 2030, placing pressures on the State's water resources and local water providers; and,
WHEREAS, North Carolina's businesses, traditional and emerging industries all depend on reliable
supplies of clean water, reasonable utility costs, well maintained water infrastructure and an attractive
natural environment; and
WHEREAS, the 1998 Clean Water Bonds delivered significant benefits to North Carolina
communities and citizens, supporting 1,103 projects in 97 counties, which
• Helped create or retain 42, 000jobs
• Corrected major regulatory violations in 97 communities
• Addressed failing septic systems and contaminated wells in 59 counties
• Resulted in 50 communities receiving sewer service for the first time
• Encouraged regional efficiencies, sound planning and conservation practices; and
WHEREAS, North Carolina's public water sewer and storm water utilities will require investments
totaling $16.63 billion to keep pace with necessary improvements and population growth over the next 25
years, including $6.85 billion in investments within the next five years.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Iredell County Board of Commissioners urges the
North Carolina General Assembly to enact the "Clean Water Act of 2007, " which provides for a $500 million
bond issue to be expended over the next five years, and an annual appropriation of $50 million in recurring
funding to address urgent needs.