WQCS00325_Application_20210209

Jeffrey C. Brittain, Chair
Scott Mulwee, Vice Chair
Wayne F. Abele, Sr., Commissioner
Johnnie W. Carswell, Commissioner
Maynard M. Taylor, Commissioner
BURKE COUNTY
Kenneth B. Steen, County Manager
Kay H. Draughn, Clerk to the Board
J. R. Simpson, II, County Attorney
Kania Law Firm, P.A., Tax Attorney
February 4, 2021
NCDEQ-DWR
Water Quality Permitting Section
PERCS UNIT
ATTN: PERCS Unit Supervisor
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1617
Re:
RECEIVED
FEB 0 9 2021
NCDEQ/DWRINPDES
Burke County Sewer Collection System Renewal Application
Permit No. WQCS00324
Attached please find the following items to be reviewed for Burke County's Sewer Collection
System Permit Renewal:
1. Cover Letter
2. Application
3. Pump Station List
4. High Priority Lines List
5. Annual Budget for Collection System
6. Capital Improvement Plan
7. Response Action Plan
8. Contingency Plan
9. Comprehensive Collection System Map
Please feel free to contact me if any additional information is needed.
Sincerely,
Brian Tart
Interim General Services Director
828-764-9067
[e-mail]
200 Avery Avenue - P.O. Box 219 - Morganton, NC 28680-0219
County Manager: [phone] ^' Clerk to the Board: [phone] "' Fax: [phone]

DWR
Division of Water Resources
State of North Carolina
Department of Environmental Quality
Division of Water Resources
15A NCAC 02T .0400 — SYSTEM -WIDE WASTERWATER COLLECTION SYSTEMS
INSTRUCTIONS FOR FORM CSA 04-16 & SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION
Documents shall be prepared in accordance with 15A NCAC 02T .0100, 15A NCAC 02T .0400, and all relevant
Division Policies. Failure to submit all required items will necessitate additional processing and review time.
For more information, visit the System -wide Collection System Permittingwebsite:
General — When submitting an application to the Pretreatment, Emergency Response, & Collection Systems (PERCS) Unit,
please use the following instructions as a checklist in order to ensure all required items are submitted. Adherence to these
instructions and checking the provided boxes will help produce a quicker review time and reduce the amount of requested
additional information.
The Applicant shall submit one original and one copy of the application and supporting documentation.
A. Cover Letter
® Submit a cover letter listing all items and attachments included in the permit application package
B. No Application Fee Required
➢ No application fee is necessary. The permittee will be billed an annual fee upon issuance of the permit
➢ The appropriate annual fee for systemwide wastewater collection system permits may be found at:
➢ Annual Non -Discharge Fees
C. System -Wide Wastewater Collection System (FORM: CSA 04-16) Application:
® Submit the completed and appropriately executed System -wide Wastewater Collection System (FORM: CSA 04-
16) application. Any unauthorized content changes to this form shall result in the application package being
returned. If necessary for clarity or due to space restrictions, attachments to the application may be made, as long
as the attachments are numbered to correspond to the section and item to which they refer.
❑ If the Applicant Type in Section 1.3 is a Privately -Owned Public Utility, provide the Certificate of Public
Convenience and Necessity (CPCN) from the North Carolina Utilities Commission demonstrating the Applicant is
authorized to hold the utility franchise for the area to be served by the wastewater collection system, or
❑ Provide a letter from the North Carolina Utilities Commission's Water and Sewer Division Public Staff stating an
application for a franchise has been received and that the service area is contiguous to an existing franchised area
or that franchise approval is expected.
❑ If the Applicant Type in Section 1.3 is a corporation or company, provide documentation if it is registered for
business with the North Carolina Secretary of State.
D. General Information:
➢ The Authorized signing official listed in Section I.4 should match with that of the Applicant certification page in
accordance with 15A NCAC 02T .0106(b). Per 15A NCAC 02T .0106(c), an alternate person may be designated
as the signing official if a delegation letter is provided from a person who meets the criteria in 15A NCAC 02T
.0106(b).
➢ NOTE - Public Works Director's are not authorized to sign this permit application according to the rule
unless they are delegated.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR APPLICATION CSA 04-16 & SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION Page 1 of 5

E. Summary of Attachments Required:
• Instruction A:
• Instruction C:
❑ Instruction C:
❑ Instruction D:
• Section IV.3
® Section IV.4
® Section V.4
▪ Section V.6
® Section VI. 2
▪ Section VI.4
Cover Letter
Application
Ownership Documentation (i.e. CPCN) (If necessary)
Delegation Letter (If necessary for signing official)
Pump Station List
High Priority Lines List
Annual Budget for Collection System (Updated and Approved)
Capital Improvement Plan (Updated and Approved)
Response Action Plan
Contingency Plan
• Section VI.6 Comprehensive Collection System Map
❑ Section VII Note Any Potential Compliance Issues
THE COMPLETED APPLICATION PACKAGE INCLDING ALL SUPPORTING INFORMATION AND
MATERIALS, SHOULD BE SENT TO:
NCDEQ-DWR
Water Quality Permitting Section
PERCS UNIT
By U.S. Postal Service:
Attn: PERCS Unit Supervisor
1617 MAIL SERVICE CENTER
RALEIGH, NORTH CAROLINA 27699-1617
TELEPHONE NUMBER: [phone]
By Courier/Special Delivery:
512 N. SALISBURY ST. Suite 925
RALEIGH. NORTH CAROLINA 27604
INSTRUCTIONS FOR APPLICATION CSA 04-16 & SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION
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I. APPLICANT INFORMATION:
1. Applicant's name (Municipality, Public Utility, etc): Burke County
2. Facility Information:
Name: Burke County Collection System Permit No.: WQCS00324
3. Applicant type: ❑ Municipal ❑ State ❑ Privately -Owned Public Utility
® County ❑ Other:
4. Signature authority's name: Kenneth B Steen per 15A NCAC 02T .0106(b)
Title: County Manager
5. Applicant's mailing address: Burke Coun[ . Administration, PO Box 219
City: Moruanton State: NC Zip: 28680-0219
6. Applicant's contact information:
Phone number: [phone] Fax number: [phone] Email address: bn an.steen << burkenc.orl
II. CONTACT/CONSULTANT INFORMATION:
1. Contact Name: Brian Tart
2. Title/Affiliation: Interim General Services Director
3. Contact's mailing address: PO Box 1466
4. City: Morganton State: NC
5. Contact's information:
Phone number: [phone]
Zip: 28680-1466
Fax number: [phone] Email address: brian.tart(Feburkenc.ont
III. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS:
1. New Permit or Permit Renewal? ❑ New ® Renewal
2. County System is located in: Burke County
3. Owner & Name of Wastewater Treatment Facility(ies) receiving wastewater from this collection system:
Owner(s) & Name(s): Town of Valdese and City of Hickor4.
4. WWTF Permit Number(s): NC0041696 and NC0040797
5. What is the wastewater type? 15 % Domestic orI85 % Industrial (See 15A NCAC 02T .0103(20')
y Is there a Pretreatment Program in effect? ® Yes or ❑ No
6. Wastewater flow: 0.4025 MGD (Current average flow of wastewater generated by collection system)
7. Combined permitted flow of all treatment plants: 10.5 + 13.0 = 23.5 MGD
8. Explain how the wastewater flow was determined: ❑ 15A NCAC 02T .0114 or ® Representative Data
9. Population served by the collection system: 2500+/- (our system only - does not include satellite systems)
IV. COLLECTION SYSTEM INFORMATION:
1. Line Lengths for Collection System:
Sewer Line Description
Length
Gravity Sewer
18.4 (miles)
Force Main
12.0 (miles)
Vacuum Sewer
(miles)
Pressure Sewer
(miles)
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2. Pump Station
Pump Station Type
Number
Simplex Pump Stations (Serving Single Building)
Simplex Pump Stations (Serving Multiple Buildings)
Duplex Pump Stations
5
3. Submit a list of all major (i.e. not simplex pump station serving a single family home) pump stations. Include the following
information:
➢ Pump Station Name
➢ Physical Location
➢ Alarm Type (i.e. audible, visual, telemetry, SCADA)
➢ Pump Reliability (Can convey peak hourly wastewater flow with largest single pump out of service)
➢ Reliability Source (permanent/portable generator, portable pumps)
➢ Capacity of Station (Pump Station Capacity in GPM)
4. Submit a list of all high priority lines according per 15A NCAC 02T .0402 (2) known to exist in the collection system. Head
the list with "Attachment A for Condition V(4)" and include the system name.
➢ Use the same line identification regularly used by the applicant
➢ Indicate type of high priority line (i.e. aerial), material and general location
V. COLLECTION SYSTEM ADMINISTRATION:
1. Provide a brief description of the organizational structure that is responsible for management, operation and maintenance of
the collection system.
Burke Count% Board of Commissioners > County Manager > General Services Director > Water/Sewer Supervisor >
Water/Sewer Technicians
2. Indicate the current designated collection system operators for the collection system per 15A NCAC 08G.0201
Main ORC Name: Jonathon David Gragg,
Certification Number: 16065
Back -Up ORC Name: Brian Eades
Certification Number: 995176
See the "WOCS Contacts and ORC Report" for a current listing of the ORC(s) the Division has on file for WQCS permit
3. Approximate annual budget for collection system only: $ 7 — 800.000
4. Submit a copy of your current annual budget.
5. Approximate capital improvement budget for the collection system only: $ 0
6. Submit a copy of your current capital improvement plan.
7. Is this collection system currently a satellite system ® Yes or ❑ No
8. Do any satellite systems discharge to this collection system ® Yes or ❑ No (If yes complete table below)
Satellite S%stem
Contact Information (Name, Address, Phone Number)
Town of Rhodhiss
Barbara Harmon, Town Clerk, PO Box 40 (200 Burke St), Rhodhiss, NC
28667, 828-396-8400, townofrhodhissncagmail.com
Town of Hildebran
Alice Sanders, Town Clerk, PO Box 87 (109 S Center St), Hildebran, NC
28637, 828-397-5801, townhalUd,hildebrannc.org
Complete for Satellite Systems that have a flow or capacity greater than 200,000 GPD (Average daily flow)
9. List any agreements or ordinances currently in place to address flows from satellite systems:
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Both Town of Rhodhiss and Town of Hildebran. NC
VI. COLLECTION SYSTEM COMPLIANCE:
1. Is a Response Action Plan currently in place ® Yes or ❑ No
2. If Yes, submit a copy of the Response Action Plan or see table 6 below.
3. Is a pump station contingency plan currently in place? ® Yes or ❑ No
4. If Yes, submit a copy of the pump station contingency plan or see table 6 below.
5. Is a comprehensive collection system map currently in place? ® Yes or ❑ No
6. Submit a submit a copy of the collection system map (CD or hardcopy) or indicate a schedule for completion
7. Thoroughly read and review the System -Wide Collection System Permit Conditions. Typically compliance schedules
are only offered to NEW permit applicants and NOT permit renewals. Any compliance dates must be included within
the permit prior to issuance or the permit holder will be found in violation upon inspection.
Permit Condition
Current
Compliance?
If no, Indicate a
Compliance
Date
Typical
Compliance
Schedule
I(4) — Grease ordinance with legal authority to inspect/enforce
/ 1 Yes ❑ No
12 —18 mo.
I(5) — Grease inspection and enforcement program
►XI Yes ❑ No
12 —18 mo.
I(6) — Three to five year current Capital Improvement Plan.
® Yes ❑ No
12 —18 mo.
1(8) — Pump station contingency plan
►1 Yes ❑ No
3 mo.
I(9) — Pump station identification signs.
► . Yes ❑ No
3 mo.
1(11) — Functional and conspicuous audible and visual alarms.
►I Yes • No
3 — 6 mo.
11(5) — Spare pumps for any station where one pump cannot
handle peak flows alone (in a duplex station, the 2nd pump is
the spare if pump reliability is met).
6 — 9 mo.
►'4 Yes ■ No
11(7) — Accessible right-of-ways and easements.
►1 Yes ■ No
6 — 12 mo.
I1(9) — Response action plan with Items 9 (a — h).
111 Yes ❑ No
3 mo.
111(3) — Comprehensive collection system map
11 Yes ❑ No
10% per year
For conditions not listed, compliance dates are not typically offered. List any permit conditions that may be difficult for the
applicant to meet (attach clarification if needed):
VII. APPLICANT'S CERTIFICATION per 15A NCAC 02T .0106(b):
I, Kenneth B Steen, Burke County Manager attest that this application for Burke County Collection System
(Signature Authority's Name & Title from Item 1.4)
(Facility name from Item I.1)
has been reviewed by me and is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that if all required parts of this
application are not completed and that if all required supporting information and attachments are not included, this application package
will be retumed to me as incomplete.
Note: In accordance with NC General Statutes 143-215.6A and 143-215.6B, any person who knowingly makes any false statement,
representation, or certification in any application shall be guilty of a Class 2 misdemeanor which may include a fine not to exceed
$10,000 as well as civil penalties up to $25,000 per violation.
Signature:
Date: F-d.%YU t.1 y I 2002 l
APPLICATION CSA 04-16
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BURKE COUNTY SEWER COLLECTION
PERMIT NO WQCS00324
SEWER COLLECTION SYSTEM PERMIT RENEWAL 2021
COLLECTION SYSTEM INFORMATION
HIGH PRIORITY LINES
• Aerial line at Curville St flume
o LAT: N 35-45-29, LONG: W 81-32-43
• George Hildebran Sch FM, Henry River substream crossing on Johnson Bridge Rd,
o LAT: N 35-41-23, LONG: W 81-26-59
• Substream gravity crossing at removed Huffman Ave PS, PS removed 2012
o LAT: N 35-43-16, LONG: W 81-26-03
• Substream gravity crossing at Eckard Creek PS
o LAT: N 35-43-22, LONG: W 81-27-01
• Substream FM crossing at removed Drowning Creek PS, PS removed 2012/FM no longer
active
o LAT: N 35-43-46, LONG: W 81-28-44
• Substream gravity crossing at South Side US 70, west end of fish pond
o LAT: N 35-43-25, LONG: W 81-27-55
• Substream gravity crossing at EBMS line Old NC 10 (Not Rhoney Rd)
• EBMS gravity line exposed in box culvert under I-40
o LAT: N35-43-07, LONG: W 81-27-52
• Subsurface gravity line south of RR/south of Eckard Creek PS
o LAT: N 35-43-19, LONG: W 81-27-06
• Aerial gravity crossing south of US 70 and east of Curley's Fish Camp Rd
o LAT: N 35-42-59, LONG: W 81-26-29
• Aerial creek crossing at Island Creek PS
o LAT: N 35-45-13, LONG: W 81-30-48
• Aerial gravity creek crossing on Indian Hills outfall
o LAT: N 35-43-55, LONG: W 81-25-19

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BURKE COUNTY SEWER COLLECTION
PERMIT NO WQCS00324
SEWER COLLECTION SYSTEM PERMIT RENEWAL 2021
COLLECTION SYSTEM INFORMATION
MAJOR PUMP STATION INFORMATION
ECKERD CREEK
3274 Eckerd Creek Circle, Icard, NC
• Duplex Gorman -Rupp VS6A60-B/WW pumps with 75 hp WEG motors
o 1000 GPM @ 160 TDH
• 2 pumps and motors in PS, extra pump on hand
• SCADA monitoring — Audible, Visual, and Cellular Alarms
• Permanent back up diesel generator
• Spare Parts Kit — Cover plate 0-Ring(s), One mechanical seal, Rotating assembly 0-
Rings, One set impeller clearance adjustment spacers
GEORGE HILDEBRAN
8298 George Hildebran School Road, Hickory, NC
• Duplex Fairbanks -Morse 30 hp submersible pumps
o 300 GPM @ 147 TDH
• 2 pumps and motors in PS
• SCADA monitoring — Audible, Visual, and Cellular Alarms
• Permanent back up diesel generator
INDIAN HILLS
2769 Indian Hills Circle, Hickory, NC
• Duplex Gorman -Rupp Ultra-V series pumps with 150 hp WEG motor
o 1000 GPM @ 296 TDH
• SCADA monitoring — Audible, Visual, and Cellular Alarms
• Portable by-pass sewer pump connection
• Permanent back up diesel generator
• Spare G-R rotating assembly with impeller
• Spare 0-rings
ISLAND CREEK
131 Roderick Street, Rutherford College, NC
• Duplex Chicago submersible pump 125 hp
o 1000 GPM @ 199 TDH
• 2 pumps and motors in PS, extra rotating assembly (impeller) on hand
• SCADA monitoring — Audible, Visual, and Cellular Alarms
• Portable by-pass sewer pump connection
• Permanent back up diesel generator
• Electric hoist for pump removal (submersible)

REEP PARK
4473 Johnson Bridge Road, Connelly Springs, NC
• Duplex Myers model WGL-20 pumps
o 12-14 GPM @ 108 TDH
• 2 pumps and motors in PS, extra pump on hand
• Portable generator

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BUDGET ORDINANCE
FISCAL YEAR 2020-2021
SECTION I. BUDGET ADOPTION
There is hereby adopted the following Budget Ordinance for the County of Burke for the ycai ucywiIITit Iy July J,
2020 and ending June 30, 2021:
A. Revenues Anticipated:
B. Expenditures Authorized:
General Government
Public Safety
GENERAL FUND
SOURCE
Ad Valorem Taxes
Local Option Sales Taxes
Other Taxes
Permits and Fees
Intergovernmental Revenues
Sales and Services
Miscellaneous Revenues
Transfer from Other Funds
Fund Balance Appropriation
Fund Balance Appropriation Health Dept
Fund Balance Appropriation ROD AE
Total Revenues - General
County Manager
Courts
Debt Service
Elections
Finance
Garage
General Services
General Services - Buildings Summary
Governing Board
Human Resources
Information Technology
Land Records Management
Legal Services
Non Departmental
Register of Deeds
Tax Assessors and Collections
Tax Revaluation
Animal Services
Building Inspections
Communications
Community Development/Planning
Emergency Medical Services
Fire Marshal/Emergency Services
Other Public Safety
Sheriff
Sheriff - Jail
Sheriff - Animal Control
AMOUNT
$49,310,000
$7,141,010
$1,373,000
$1,488,035
$17,518,115
$4,203,300
$819,075
$6,456,595
$1,787,395
$23,225
$6,340
Fund $90,126,090
$325,350
$19,050
$8,079,465
$425,015
$588,145
$83,750
$685,325
$1,330,680
$185,615
$549,600
$1,716,540
$239,325
$169,920
$2,109,460
$440,020
$1,413,335
$226,835
Subtotal $18,587,430
$445,815
$279,215
$2,477,940
$575,590
$6,124,275
$323,735
$734,620
$8,213,965
$4,658,245
$94, 23 5
Subtotal $23,927,635

Environmental Protection
Transportation
Economic/Physical Development
Human Services
BUDGET ORDINANCE
FISCAL YEAR 2020-2021
Cooperative Extension Service $392,725
Soil and Water Conservation $153,725
Subtotal $546,450
Transportation $70,850
Subtotal $70,850
Aids and Donations $272,565
Economic Development $1,452,830
Subtotal $1,725,395
Department of Social Services $17,394,155
Health Department $3,584,630
Mental Health $265,000
Senior Services $530,890
Veterans Services $43,550
Subtotal $21,818,225
Education Burke County Board of Education $16,049,205
Western Piedmont Community College $2,627,610
Subtotal $18,676,815
Cultural and Recreational Library $1,674,170
Recreation $685,620
Subtotal $2,359,790
Transfers to Other Funds Transfer to Sales Tax Fund 150 $250,000
Transfer to Sales Tax Fund 151 $2,150,000
Transfer to Capital Projects Fund 215 $13,500
Subtotal $2,413,500
A. Revenues Anticipated:
B. Expenditures Authorized:
Total Expenditures - General Fund $90,126,090
ARTICLE 42-HALF CENT SALES TAX FUND
SOURCE AMOUNT
Article 42 Sales Tax $2,800,000
ABC Profit Distributions $90,000
Interest Income $40,000
Transfer from General Fund $250,000
Total Revenues - Article 42 Sales Tax Fund $3,180,000
School Equipment/Capital Requests $3,180,000
Total Expenditures - Article 42 Sales Tax Fund $3,180,000

BUDGET ORDINANCE
FISCAL YEAR 2020-2021
ARTICLE 39-ONE CENT SALES TAX FUND
A. Revenues Anticipated: SOURCE AMOUNT
Article 39 Sales Tax $5,200,000
Lottery Funds $860,000
Medicaid Hold Harmless $2,150,000
Total Revenues - Article 39 Sales Tax Fund $8,210,000
B. Expenditures Authorized: School Equipment/Capital Requests $1,938,150
Transfer to General Fund - Debt Service $5,126,850
Transfer to General Fund - Maint/Repairs $1,145,000
Total Expenditures - Article 39 Sales Tax Fund $8210,000
EMERGENCY TELEPHONE SURCHARGE FUND
A. Revenues Anticipated: SOURCE AMOUNT
Emergency Telephone Surcharge $668,565
Interest Income $10,000
Fund Balance Appropriation $20,935
Total Revenues - Emergency Telephone Surcharge Fund $699,500
B. Expenditures Authorized: Implemental Functions $55,000
Software $205,000
Employee Training $57,000
Telephone and Furniture $148,000
Hardware $234,500
A. Revenues Anticipated:
B. Expenditures Authorized:
Total Expenditures - Emergency Telephone Surcharge Fund $699,500
CAPITA) PROJECTS FUND
SOURCE AMOUNT
Transfer from General Fund $13,500
Total Revenues - Capital Projects Fund $13,500
Fonta Flora Trail $13,500
Total Expenditures - Capital Projects Fund $13,500

A. Revenues Anticipated:
B. Expenditures Authorized:
BUDGET ORDINANCE
FISCAL YEAR 2020-2021
FIRE TAX DISTRICTS FUND
SOURCE
Brendletown
Carbon City
Chesterfield
Drowning Creek
Enola
George Hildebran
Glen Alpine
Icard
Jonas Ridge
Lake James
Longtown
Lovelady
Oak Hill
Salem
Smokey Creek
South Mountain
Triple Community
West End
AMOUNT
$300,000
$11,495
$152,000
$77,330
$112,350
$270,000
$138,500
$640,500
$171,720
$240,000
$144,050
$500,000
$415,000
$330,000
$32,100
$100,700
$358,000
$390,000
Total Revenues - Fire Districts Fund $4,383,745
Brendletown $300,000
Carbon City $11,495
Chesterfield $152,000
Drowning Creek $77,330
Enola $112,350
George Hildebran $270,000
Glen Alpine $138,500
Icard $640,500
Jonas Ridge $171,720
Lake James $240,000
Longtown $144,050
Lovelady $500,000
Oak Hill $415,000
Salem $330,000
Smokey Creek $32,100
South Mountain $100,700
Triple Community $358,000
West End $390,000
Total Expenditures - Fire Districts Fund $4,383,745

BUDGET ORDINANCE
FISCAL YEAR 2020-2021
WATER / SEWER FUND
A. Revenues Anticipated: SOURCE AMOUNT
Sales and Services $1,765,750
Miscellaneous Revenues $111,150
Total Revenues - Water/Sewer Fund $1,876,900
B. Expenditures Authorized: Operations $1,876,900
Total Expenditures - Water/Sewer Fund $1,876,900
SOLID WASTE FUNDS
A. Revenues Anticipated: SOURCE AMOUNT
Intergovernmental Revenues $175,000
Charges for Services $5,022,720
Miscellaneous Revenues $50,100
Fund Balance Appropriated $215,175
B. Expenditures Authorized:
Total Revenues - Solid Waste Fund $5,462,995
Disposal Operations $4,461,540
Collection Operations $1,001,455
Total Expenditures - Solid Waste Fund $5,462,995
SECTION II. TAX RATES LEVIED
An ad valorem tax rate of $0.695 per $100 at full valuation is hereby established as the official tax rate for Burke
County for the fiscal year 2020-2021. This rate shall be levied on the estimated taxable value at $7,229,141,354.
Revenues are projected at a collection rate not to exceed the latest audited percentage.

BUDGET ORDINANCE
FISCAL YEAR 2020-2021
Ad valorem tax rates as listed below per $100 at full valuation are hereby established as the official tax rates for
Burke County Fire Protection Districts for the fiscal year 2020-2021. These rates shall be levied on the estimated
taxable property situated in each district. Revenues are projected at a collection rate not to exceed the latest audited
percentage for each district.
Tax Rate Per
Fire District Property Values $100 of Value
Brendletown $300,527,983 $ 0.105
Carbon City $13,124,570 $ 0.080
Chesterfield $171,558,197 $ 0.090
Drowning Creek $63,243,911 $ 0.120
Enola $103,870,446 $ 0.105
George Hildebran $251,520,463 $ 0.110
Glen Alpine $145,513,167 $ 0.100
Icard $637,952,357 $ 0.100
Jonas Ridge $128,737,479 $ 0.135
Lake James $270,477,840 $ 0.080
Longtown $119,321,996 $ 0.120
Lovelady $483,914,513 $ 0.105
Oak Hill $459,983,138 $ 0.090
Salem $471,542,580 $ 0.070
Smokey Creek $26,327,433 $ 0.118
South Mountain $72,140,226 $ 0.136
Triple Community $461,209,630 $ 0.078
West End $358,383,028 $ 0.110
SECTION III. FEES
All fees are continued as previously imposed and adopted as shown on Attachment A - Schedule of Fees. Any fee
not specifically listed on Attachment A shall be at the last adopted amount.
SECTION IV. COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
Employees shall receive a one-half percent (1/2%) merit increase in pay on each two year anniversary they have
been in the same position. The actual percentage increase will be determined based on the number of years the
employee is in their position and effective on each employee's anniversary date. Employees must have received a
positive performance review on the County's established evaluation form with no formal disciplinary action during the
performance period to be eligible for the increase.
If at any time during the year, the Burke County Manager finds any person to be delinquent in any financial
obligation to Burke County and who is also employed by a County Department, the County Manager shall have the
authority to suspend that employee from the Burke County merit pay plan for a period of two consecutive years from
the date of discovery.
The County may pay a holiday bonus of $100 to all permanent full-time employees and a prorated amount to all
regularly scheduled permanent part-time employees. Depending on the economy, the bonus may be paid in
December in a separate payroll. Indiividuals must be continuously employed by the County in a full time or regularly
scheduled permanent part time status from July 1, 2020 through Friday of the week prior to the payment date in
order to receive the bonus.

BUDGET ORDINANCE
FISCAL YEAR 2020-2021
SECTION V. PAY PLAN ADJUSTMENTS
The following changes are made to the County's Pay and Classification Plan:
Class Description Existing Grade New Grade
911 GIS/MSAG Specialist 24 22
Convenience Site Attendant 9 10
Deputy Sheriff/Major L12 L13
GIS Manager to Asst IT Director 25 28
GIS Technician 19 22
Grounds Maint Supervisor 17 20
Grounds Maint Worker 14 15
IT Technician 20 22
Landfill/Transfer Oper Supervisor 21 24
Parks & Rec Maint Supervisor 17 20
Senior IT Technician 22 24
Solid Waste Collections Supervisor 21 24
Water/Sewer Maint Tech 14 15
Water/Sewer Supervisor 21 24
The following positions are hereby established:
Child Protective Services Program Manager I
Assistant IT Director
SECTION VI. CHANGES TO BUDGETED POSITIONS
The following positions are added as funded in the budget:
1 Animal Services Enforcement Supervisor
2 Animal Services Enforcement Officers
1 Child Protective Services Program Manager I
12 Detention Officers
2 Facilities Maintenance Technician III
1 Public Health Nurse II
1 Senior Accounting Technician
1 Water/Sewer Supervisor
The following positions are eliminated effective no later than October 31, 2020:
1 Deputy Sheriff Lieutenant (Animal Control)
1 Deputy Sheriff Sergeant (Animal Control)
2 Deputy Sheriff (Animal Control)
The following positions are redassified:
Accounting Specialist to Senior Accounting Specialist
GIS Director to Assistant Information Technology Director
Elections Specialist I from 32 hours to 40 hours per week
Grade 28
Grade 28

BUDGET ORDINANCE
FISCAL YEAR 2020-2021
SECTION VIL BOARD OF EDUCATION
General Statutes of the State of North Carolina provide for budgetary control measures to exist between the County
and the public -school system. The Board of Commissioners hereby adopts the following measures for budget
administration and review:
1. In accordance with North Carolina General Statute 115C-429(b) the Board of County Commissioners allocates
current expense and capital outlay appropriations in lump sum for use by the Board of Education in accordance with
the School Budget and Fiscal Control Act, except for an appropriation by function for school nurses.
Furthermore, pursuant to North Carolina General Statute 115C-433(b), the Board of Education must obtain the
approval of the Board of County Commissioners for an amendment to the budget that increases or decreases the
amount of the County appropriation allocated to a function by twenty-five percent (25%) or more from the amount
contained in this budget ordinance adopted by the Burke County Board of Commissioners.
2. Further, budget requests are to be accompanied by the school system's State and Federal budgets as required by
General Statue 115C-429(c) which states, the school board shall submit its entire budget to the County
Commissioners, not just the part for which county support is requested.
3. The Board of Education shall make quarterly financial reports to the Board of Commissioners as to the
disbursement and use of local monies granted to the Board of Education by the Board of Commissioners.
SECTION VIII, MANAGERIAL AUTHORITY
The County Manager shall have management authority for the budget in accordance with the February 21, 1995
action of the County Commissioners as follows:
Approve budget amendments to receive and expend State, Federal and other non -tax revenues so long as
the action does not commit additional property tax dollars, create additional positions, or initiate a new
county function.
Approve budget adjustments for actual pass through of fire tax revenues received for respective fire
departments.
Permit transfer of funds within and between departments so long as the action does not commit additional
local tax dollars, create additional positions, or initiate a new county function.
Additionally, the County Manager is authorized as follows:
To impose a hiring freeze, a freeze on capital expenditures, a freeze on travel, and operating reductions up
to ten percent (10%) as deemed necessary by Burke County management. The Burke County Board of
Commissioners will serve as the Appellate Board for decisions made by the County Manager. All appeals will
follow the usual and customary agenda process.
To require the pre -approval of all out of county travel to attend training classes, workshops, and/or
conferences by the Department Head and County Manager prior to the training using the Travel
Authorization form. Travel costs incurred without proper authorization may not be paid or be eligible for
reimbursement.
To negotiate and approve change order increases up to $25,000 and all change order reducing the total
contract so long as such change orders do not significantly alter the scope or definition of the project or
exceed budgeted funds.

BUDGET ORDINANCE
FISCAL YEAR 2020-2021
To approve grants without a local match.
To accept both monetary and property donations up to $25,000 and authorize the appropriate accounting
entries.
To approve and execute contracts for budgeted expenditures up to $90,000 where such contracts are not
required to be bid or which G.S. 143-131 allows contracts to be executed on informal bids. The exception to
this shall be procurement decisions in which Board action is mandated by a State or Federal requirement.
To execute contracts with outside agencies to properly document budgeted appropriations to such agencies
where G.S. 153 A-248 (b), 259, 449 and any similar statutes require such contracts.
To increase the starting salary for candidates for vacant positions up to the mid point of the salary range, as
needed.
To review departmental appropriations quarterly and may transfer any anticipated excess funds to a budget
account in order to preserve Fund Balance.
To exempt county projects from procurement requirements of Article 3D - Procurement of Architectural,
Engineering, and Surveying Services, as permitted by G.S. 143-64.32. This authority may be delegated to
the Deputy County Manager/Finance Director.
SECTION IX. UTILIZATION OF BUDGET AND BUDGET ORDINANCE
This Ordinance shall be the basis of the financial plan for Burke County government during the 2020-2021 fiscal
year. The County Manager shall administer the budget and he shall ensure that operating officials are provided
guidance and sufficient details to implement their appropriate portion of the budget. The Deputy County
Manager/Finance Director shall establish and maintain records consistent with this ordinance and the appropriate
statutes of the State of North Carolina.
A copy of this ordinance shall be furnished to the Clerk to the Board of Commissioners, the County Manager, and
the Deputy County Manager/Finance Director to be kept on file by them for direction in the disbursement of funds.
Adopted this 16th day of June 2020.
Jphnni - W. Carswell, Chairman
rice aunty Board of Commissioners
Kay one ■ tt laugh , CMC, NCM
Clerk tot Board

DEPARTMENT MANAGER BOARD
FY 19-20 REQUESTED RECOMMENDED APPROVED
BUDGET FY 20-21
WATER / SEWER FUND
REVENUES
SALES & SERVICE
IRRIGATION WATER CHARGES 750 750 750 750
LATE CHARGES 30,000 30,000 30,000 30,000
METER FEES 7,000 10,000 10,000 10,000
MORGANTON H2O TANK/CELL TOWER 39,000 39,000 39,000 39,000
MORGANTON MONTHLY FEE 7,500 7,500 7,500 7,500
RECONNECTION FEES 5,000 5,000 5,000 5,000
SERVICE CHARGE SEWER 575,000 575,000 575,000 575,000
SERVICE CHARGE WATER 1,052,500 1,052,500 1,052,500 1,052,500
SEWER TAPS 1,000 1,000 1,000 1,000
WATER TAPS 35,000 45,000 45,000 45,000
TOTAL SALES & SERVICE $1,752,750 $1,765,750 $1,765,750 $1,765,750
MISCELLANEOUS
INVESTMENT EARNINGS 11,055 10,000 10,000 10,000
SALE OF FIXED ASSETS 16,000 0 0 0
MISCELLANEOUS REVENUE 7,500 7,500 7,500 7,500
FUND BAL APPROPRIATED 67,205 408,385 93,650 93,650
MISCELLANEOUS $101,760 $425,885 $111,150 $111,150
TOTAL REVENUES $1,854 510 S2 191 635 $1 876,900 $1 876 900
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DEPARTMENT MANAGER BOARD
FY 19-20 REQUESTED RECOMMENDED APPROVED
BUDGET FY 20-21
EXPENDITURES
SALARIES FULL TIME 128,180 183,875 183,875 183,875
OVERTIME 5,000 5,000 5,000 5,000
ALLOWANCE CELL PHONES 480 480 0 0
INSURANCE GROUP 39,030 49,535 49,535 49,535
SOCIAL SECURITY TAX 8,290 11,400 11,400 11,400
MEDICARE TAX 2,005 2,670 2,670 2,670
RETIREMENT 12,165 18,850 18,850 18,850
401K / 457 DEFERRED COMPENSATION 350 1,650 1,650 1,650
WORKERS COMPENSATION 2,000 2,500 2,500 2,500
ENGINEERING 10,000 10,000 0 0
UTILITIES 90,000 90,000 90,000 90,000
UTILITIES SEWER PROCESSING 310,000 450,000 450,000 450,000
CUSTODIAL SERVICES 1,440 1,440 1,440 1,440
M & R BUILDING & GROUNDS 7,500 7,500 7,500 7,500
M & R WATER & SEWER SYSTEM 295,140 461,755 283,000 283,000
M & R LONGVIEW SYSTEM 7,500 7,500 7,500 7,500
M & R EQUIPMENT 15,000 20,000 15,000 15,000
M & R SOFTWARE 11,000 11,000 11,000 11,000
M & R VEHICLES 10,000 16,000 16,000 16,000
UNIFORMS 2,500 3,000 3,000 3,000
COMMUNICATION TELEPHONE 7,865 8,000 8,000 8,000
COMMUNICATION WIRELESS/INTERNET 2,400 2,400 2,400 2,400
ADVERTISING 500 500 500 500
PRINTING 5,000 5,000 5,000 5,000
STAFF TRAINING 9,700 8,000 5,000 5,000
LICENSES & DUES 1,000 1,000 500 500
OPERATING PERMITS 3,500 3,500 3,500 3,500
OFFICE SUPPLIES 1,500 2,000 2,000 2,000
PROGRAM SUPPLIES 18,000 18,000 10,000 10,000
MOTOR FUELS 12,500 12,500 12,500 12,500
CHEMICAL SUPPLIES 1,000 0 0 0
POSTAGE 12,115 8,000 8,000 8,000
WATER FOR RESALE 365,000 383,000 383,000 383,000
TECHNOLOGY EQUIPMENT 6,500 43,000 3,000 3,000
VEHICLES 35,000 69,000 0 0
EQUIPMENT 103,000 10,000 10,000 10,000
COMPUTER EQUIPMENT 12,500 10,000 10,000 10,000
DEBT PRINCIPAL 12,135 68,835 68,835 68,835
TRANSFER TO WATER/SEWER CAPITAL FD 67,205 0 0 0
TRANSFER TO GENERAL FD DEBT SERV 220,210 184,745 184,745 184,745
TOTAL EXPENDITURES $1,854,210 $2,191,635 $1,876,900 $1,876,900
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BURKE COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
REGULAR MEETING
The Burke County Board of Commissioners held a regular meeting on Tuesday, September 15,
2015 at 6:00 p.m. The meeting was held in the Commissioners' Board Room in the Burke
County Services Building located at 110 N. Green Street in Morganton, North Carolina. Those
present were:
COMMISSIONERS: Wayne F. Abele, Sr., Vice Chairman
Jeffrey C. Brittain
Jack Carroll
Maynard M. Taylor
STAFF PRESENT: Bryan Steen, County Manager
Paul Ijames, Deputy County Manager/Finance Director
James R. Simpson, II, County & Tax Attorney
Beth Gibbons, Paralegal to the County Manager
ABSENT: Johnnie W. Carswell, Chairman
Kay Honeycutt Draughn, Clerk to the Board
CALL TO ORDER
Vice Chairman Abele called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. He announced the Chairman and
Clerk are attending a class at the UNC School of Government in Chapel Hill, NC.
INVOCATION
Pastor Jason Koon, Bridge42 Church, delivered the invocation.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Students from Mountain Crest Elementary lead the Pledge of Allegiance to the American Flag.
Afterwards, they had their photograph taken with the Board and staff.
APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES
Motion: To approve the meeting minutes of June 2, 2015 (Recessed) and June 4, 2015
(Recessed) as written.
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Jack Carroll, Commissioner
AYES: Wayne F. Abele, Sr., Jeffrey C. Brittain, Jack Carroll and Maynard M. Taylor
ABSENT: Johnnie W. Carswell
Note: The meeting minutes of June 9, 2015 (Recessed) were removed from consideration.
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APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Motion: To approve the agenda.
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Maynard M. Taylor, Commissioner
AYES: Wayne F. Abele, Sr., Jeffrey C. Brittain, Jack Carroll and Maynard M. Taylor
ABSENT: Johnnie W. Carswell
PRESENTATIONS
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COUNTY MANAGER - CONTINENTAL CORPORATION'S SUMMARY OF ACTIVITIES
David Jones, Continental Corporation's Manager for Plants No. 1 and No. 2, presented an
overview of Continental's Burke County operations: products, processes, customers, economic
contributions and people. Highlights of the presentation are as follows:
• State -of -the art manufacturing facility with $38.9 billion in sales in 2012.
• Employs approximately 177,000 employees in 46 countries with 600 people employed
at their two (2) assembly facilities in Morganton.
• Manufactures electronic braking systems (stability control) and electronic air
suspensions for vehicles.
• Will manufacture approximately 6,2 million units this year for the Jeep Grand Cherokee,
Dodge Ram pick-up truck and the Tesla electronic vehicle.
• Sales between the two (2) Morganton plants are approximately $1 billion dollars.
• Reviewed amount of property taxes and utilities paid to Burke County and City of
Morganton in 2014.
• Manufacturing and assembly processes are high-tech and robotics driven in a clean
room environment.
• Continental was the first to pass General Motors` stringent quality audits.
• Continental is looking to hire technically savvy people.
• Continental has reached out to community colleges, high schools and even middle
schools to let the community know there are great hi -tech career opportunities in
Morganton.
• Continental partners with the community college to provide scholarships and sponsors
science fairs in the school system.
Vice Chairman Abele opened the floor for questions from the Board. Mr. Jones responded to
several questions.
County Manager Steen stated Continental is a wonderful company and he is glad they are here.
Further, he wanted Continental to stay here and grow. He also mentioned a $750,000 Golden
LEAF grant awarded for the mechatronics expansion program to help meet local employment
needs, Lastly, he mentioned the financial benefit associated with a 2-year mechatronics
degree.
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Vice Chairman Abele expressed appreciation to Continental and Mr. Jones on behalf of the
Board.
RESULT: NO ACTION TAKEN
SCHEDULED PUBLIC HEARINGS
GENERAL SERVICES - CDBG-I GRANT APPLICATION FOR RHONEY ROAD & HWY 18 SOUTH -
PUBLIC HEARING
Director of General Services/County Engineer, Chris Hollifield and Leah Martin, Sr. Planner of
the Western Piedmont Council of Governments, were present to discuss the purpose of the
public hearing for the County's CDBG-I funding application. Mr. Hollifield briefly reviewed the
project area. The project area is on Highway 18 South, on Shoupe's Way heading South just
past River Road and a small portion off Highway 18 on Rhoney Road which would pick up where
the convenience site is located to Parker Industries near the George Hildebran Fire Department
is located. Ms. Martin stated the public hearing was to obtain citizen's views, respond to
funding proposals and answer any questions posed. She stated the meeting must cover the
County's community development needs, development of the proposed activities, and a review
of program compliance before the submission of the County's CDBG-I funding application to the
State of the North Carolina. She presented the following purpose, the funding availability and
eligible activities for the year for the CDBG-I grant program as:
To improve the quality of life for low to moderate -income people by providing a safe, clean
environment and clean drinking water through water and sewer infrastructure improvements
and extensions of service.
• To benefit a residential area where at least 51% of the beneficiaries are low to moderate
income as defined by the United States Department of Housing and Urban
Development.
• To perform eligible activities.
• To minimize displacement.
• Provide displacement assistance as necessary.
In a typical year, she said NC receives from the US Department of Housing and Urban
Development (HUD) $44 million with $26 million to the CDBG-I at DENR. For FY15, the CDBG-I
funds were split into two rounds and $13 million is expected to be available for award in
January 2016, For FY 2016, there is a similar distribution expected and discussion of only one
CDBG-I grant round due in September 2016. The maximum available grant is $2.0 million over
a 3-year period and applications for remaining FY15 funding must be received by September 30,
2015.
The CDBG program is able to fund a wide variety of community development activities. The
State of North Carolina has chosen to fund two activities: water and sewer infrastructure, and
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economic development projects that ►ead to job creation or retention. The infrastructure
program, or CDBG-I program can fund a range of water and sewer infrastructure activities,
including, but not limited to the following:
Water:
• Projects that resolve water loss in distribution systems.
• Projects that extend public water to areas with contaminated wells.
• Projects that extend water lines to areas with dry wells.
• Projects that assist with low water pressure in public water systems.
• Projects that regionalize two or more water systems.
• Projects that rehabilitate or replace a water treatment plant.
Wastewater:
• Projects that resolve inflow and infiltration to collection systems and surcharges from
pumps stations and manholes.
• Projects that extend public sewer to areas with failed septic tanks.
• Projects that rehabilitate a wastewater treatment plant to allow for greater
efficiency/compliance with regulations.
The proposed Burke County CDBG-I Hwy 18 $ and Rhoney Road Project is a grant application for
$2 million in CDBG-I funds to address critically needed public water extension to address
system deficiencies and due to private wells with critical and acute public water needs. The
proposed project is 11,230 linear feet of public water on NC 18 South connecting the dead end
lines currently on NC 18 South between 4824 NC 18 South and the John Abee Street
intersection on NC 18 South and 13,000 linear feet of water on Rhoney Road to Old NC 18
South. The proposed activities and estimated budget are water improvements - $1,800,000
and grant administration - $200,000, which includes easements and the environmental review.
A total of 100 percent of the CDBG- I funding will be used to benefit Low to Moderate Income
(LMI) people. The project areas have been determined by a door-to-door survey to have a 76.3
% LMI. She advised that number could increase slightly as a couple of homes have not been
surveyed.
The project proposed by the County is identified in its Capital Improvement Plan. Door-to-door
meetings were held in the project area to inform citizens of the potential project, and get
feedback from the residents.
The range of activities covered by the Burke County CDBG-I Hwy 18 S and Rhoney Road Project
includes:
• Water Construction
• Environmental Review
• Engineering Design
• Construction Administration and Observation
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• Legal Activities
• Surveying
• Grant Administration
If the County of Burke is awarded a CDBG-I grant, the County is required to adhere to federal
procurement requirements and other federal regulations, which include:
• American with Disabilities Act/Section 504 Survey
• Davis -Bacon & Related Labor Acts
• Adoption/Submittal of a Citizen's Participation Plan
• Adoption/Submittal of an Equal Opportunity Plan
• Adoption/Submittal of a Fair Housing Plan
• Adoption/Submittal of a Language Access Plan
• Adoption/Submittal of a Relocation Assistance Plan
• Adoption/Submittal of a Section 3 Plan
• Excess Force Provision
Ms. Martin further advised that these plans are already in place since the County has an open
CDBG project (Annas Street). In addition, she said the State of North Carolina requires that if
the County of Burke receives CDBG grant funding, the County will certify that it will comply with
the requirements of the general displacement and relocation policy for CDBG grant funding.
This policy assists low to moderate income people with costs associated with relocation or
displacement, should such relocation become necessary due to the project activities. It was
confirmed during the public hearing that no displacement and relocation will occur as a result
of the proposed CDBG-I grant activity.
In the past, the County of Burke has applied for and received the following completed CDBG
projects:
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$100,000
$750,000
$100,000
$400,000
$437,000
$75,000
$766,250
$400,000
$75,000
Anna's Street Water & Sewer Project — under construction
Fitzgerald Nursery SBEA —10 jobs created
Scattered Site —16 housing units addressed
CDBG-R — 8 housing units addressed
Taylor Ave Water Project -23,713 LF 76 households
Utility Hook Up Grant — 21 households
Scattered Site — 8 housing units addressed
Burke County Line Rd Water — 11,000 LF 50 households
Utility Hook Up Grant -30 households
Music Mountain Water Project
Scattered Site — 8 households
Water Tap Grant- 25 households
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Ms. Martin stated if the County wished to apply, the application must be submitted by
September 30, 2015. If additional information is needed, contact the Director of General
Services/County Engineer, Chris Hollifield at [phone]. Formal written complaints or
comments concerning the application process that are submitted to Burke County will be
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responded to within ten (10) working days by Bryan Steen, County Manager, P.O. Box 219,
Morganton, NC 28680, 200 Avery Avenue, Phone: [phone]. A project application will be
available for public review after September 16, 2015 at the Burke County General Services, 110
N. Green Street, Suite A.
Ms. Martin then responded to questions from the Board and reported a local grant local match
is not required. She further reported the grant, if awarded, covers taps and connections for
eligible households.
Commissioner Taylor asked if the county would have a required match amount. Ms. Martin
stated the county does not have any match on this project.
At 6:40 p.m., Vice Chairman Abele opened the public hearing, The Public Hearing Notice was
published in THE NEWS HERALD on September 4, 2015 and posted to the County's website
(www.burkenc.org). There was no one present to address the Board; therefore, Vice Chairman
Abele closed the public hearing. He then reviewed the authorizing resolution.
Motion to adopt Resolution No. 2015-18.
NORTH CAROLINA
BURKE COUNTY
Res. No. 2015-18
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BURKE COUNTY
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING FUNDING APPLICATION
TO THE NC DENR - DIVISION OF WATER INFRASTRUCTURE
CDBG-I HWY 18 SOUTH & RHONEY ROAD PROJECT
WHEREAS, Title I of the Federal Housing and Community Development Act of 1974, as
amended, has established the U.S. Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Community
Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program, and has authorized the making of grants to aid
eligible units of government in funding the cost of construction, replacement, or rehabilitation
of water and wastewater infrastructure, and that the North Carolina Department of
Environment & Natural Resources (NCDENR) Division of Water Infrastructure (DWI) was
delegated the authority by the state legislature to administer the water and wastewater
infrastructure portion of the state grant monies received from the U.S. HUD CDBG program by
Session Law 2013-360, Section 15.15(a) as amended by Section 5.3 of Session Law 2013-363,
and
WHEREAS, Burke County has need for and intends to construct a drinking water distribution
system project described as the Burke County CDBG-I Hwy 18 S and Rhoney Road Project, and
WHEREAS, Burke County intends to request State grant assistance for the project,
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, BY THE BURKE COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS:
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That Burke County, the Applicant, will arrange financing for all remaining costs of the project, if
approved for a State grant award.
That Burke County will adopt and place into effect on or before completion of the project a
schedule of fees and charges and other available funds, which will provide adequate funds for
proper operation, maintenance, and administration of the system.
That Burke County will provide for efficient operation and maintenance of the project on
completion thereof.
That Kenneth B. (Bryan) Steen, County Manager, and successors so titled, is hereby authorized
to execute and file an application on behalf of Burke County with the State of North Carolina for
a grant to aid in the implementation of the project described above.
That Kenneth B. (Bryan) Steen, County Manager, and successors so titled, is hereby authorized
and directed to furnish such information as the appropriate State agency may request in
connection with such application or the project: to make the assurances as contained above;
and to execute such other documents as may be required in connection with the application.
That Burke County has substantially complied or will substantially comply with all Federal,
State, and local laws, rules, regulations, and ordinances applicable to the project and to Federal
and State grants and loans pertaining thereto.
Adopted this the 15th of September, 2015 at Morganton, North Carolina.
/sJ: Wayne F. Abele, Sr.
Wayne F. Abele, Sr., Vice Chairman
Board of Commissioners
Attest:
/s/: Kay H. Draughn
Kay H. Draughn, CMC, NCCCC
Clerk to the Board
Ms. Martin showed the Board a large discolored water sample taken from the project area.
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RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Jeffrey C. Brittain
AYES: Wayne F. Abele, Sr., Jeffrey C. Brittain, Jack Carroll and Maynard M. Taylor
ABSENT: Johnnie W. Carswell
Note: The meeting minutes for the aforementioned public hearing were approved on
September 18, 2015 to comply with the Community Development Block Grant application
requirements.
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INFORMAL PUBLIC COMMENTS — None.
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CONSENT AGENDA
County Manager Steen read this list of items on the Consent Agenda aloud.
BOC - PROCLAMATION DECLARING SEPTEMBER 2015 AS ALCOHOL & DRUG ADDICTION
RECOVERY MONTH
The following proclamation proclaims September as "Alcohol and Drug Addiction Recovery
Month".
Motion: To adopt Proclamation No. 2015-06.
STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
BURKE COUNTY
Proclamation No. 2015-06
ALCOHOL AND DRUG ADDICTION RECOVERY MONTH 2015
BY BURKE COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA
A PROCLAMATION
WHEREAS, prevention of substance use does work and treatment can be effective; an
estimated 9,000 people are in recovery in Burke County, 600,000 people are in recovery in
North Carolina and 23,000,000 people are in recovery across the nation; and
WHEREAS, preventing and overcoming substance use is essential to achieving healthy lifestyles,
both physically and emotionally; and
WHEREAS, recent cost benefit studies consistently find that benefits to society that result from
the treatment of alcohol and/or drug use disorders include cutting drug use by 50 percent,
reducing crime by 80 percent, and reducing arrests by up to 64 percent, as well as improving
health, increasing employment, and increasing overall social functioning of the individuals who
have been treated; and
WHEREAS, to help more people achieve and sustain long-term recovery, Burke Recovery, Burke
Substance Abuse Network (BSAN), the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS),
the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), the White House
office of National Drug Control Policy (ONDCP), and the North Carolina Department of Health
and Human Services Division of Mental Health, Developmental Disabilities and Substance Abuse
Services invite all residents of North Carolina to participate in National Recovery Month;
NOW, THEREFORE, WE, THE BURKE COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS, do hereby proclaim
September 2015 as "ALCOHOL AND DRUG ADDICTION RECOVERY MONTH" in Burke County,
and commend its observance to all citizens.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, we have hereunto set by hand and affixed the Great Seal of the Burke
County this 15th day of September in the year of our Lord two thousand and fifteen.
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lsl: Johnnie W. Carswell
Johnnie W. Carswell, Chairman
Burke County Board of Commissioners
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Maynard M. Taylor, Commissioner
AYES: Wayne F. Abele, Sr., Jeffrey C. Brittain, Jack Carroll and Maynard M. Taylor
ABSENT: Johnnie W. Carswell
CLERK - REAPPOINTMENTS TO BURKE CO. SMART START (PARTNERSHIP FOR CHILDREN)
Kathy Smith, Executive Director of Burke County Smart Start, Inc. (Burke Partnership for
Children) requests the reappointment of Tracey Kincaid (DSS Designee) and Rebecca McLeod,
(Health Director) to the Burke County Smart Start, Inc. (Burke Partnership for Children) Board of
Directors for 3-year terms ending June 30, 2018.
Motion: To reappoint Tracey Kincaid (DSS Designee) and Rebecca McLeod, (Health Director)
to the Burke County Smart Start, Inc. (Burke Partnership for Children) Board of Directors for
3-year terms ending June 30, 2018. Further, approve an exemption to the County's residency
requirement (Article IV, Boards, Commissions and Committees, Section 2-99, Membership
Requirements) for Ms. McLeod.
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Maynard M. Taylor, Commissioner
AYES: Wayne F. Abele, Sr., Jeffrey C. Brittain, Jack Carroll and Maynard M. Taylor
ABSENT: Johnnie W. Carswell
578
CLERK - REAPPOINTMENTS TO THE CHILD PROTECTION CHILD FATALITY PREVENTION TEAM
The terms of appointment for Elizabeth Browning and David Rust on the Child Protection &
Child Fatality Prevention Team ended June 30, 2015. Both members desire reappointment and
the term is for three (3) years.
Motion: To reappoint Elizabeth Browning and David Rust to the Child Protection & Child
Fatality Prevention Team for 3-year terms ending April 30, 2018.
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Maynard M. Taylor, Commissioner
AYES: Wayne F. Abele, Sr., Jeffrey C. Brittain, Jack Carroll and Maynard M. Taylor
ABSENT: Johnnie W. Carswell
CLERK - REAPPOINTMENT OF ANN DIETZTO THE VETERANS SERVICE BOARD
Ann Dietz's term on the Veterans Service Board ends September 30, 2015. The Veteran Service
Officer recommends she be reappointed for another 3-year term ending September 30, 2018.
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Motion: To reappoint Ann Dietz to the Veterans Service Board for a 3-year term ending
September 30, 2018.
I RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
I MOVER: Maynard M. Taylor, Commissioner
AYES: Wayne F. Abele, Sr., Jeffrey C. Brittain, Jack Carroll and Maynard M. Taylor
ABSENT: Johnnie W. Carswell
CLERK - REAPPOINTMENT TO JURY COMMISSION
Robert Love's term on the Jury Commission ends September 30th. He has served on this
Commission for many years and wants to serve another term.
Motion: To reappoint Robert Love to the Jury Commission for a 2-year term ending
September 30, 2017.
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Maynard M. Taylor, Commissioner
AYES: Wayne F. Abele, Sr., Jeffrey C. Brittain, Jack Carroll and Maynard M. Taylor
ABSENT: Johnnie W. Carswell
CLERK - REMOVAL OF MEMBERS FROM PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION
Due to resignations, the removal of Jeremy Rhoney (Forest Hill) and Kevin Reese (Ray Childers)
from the Parks & Recreation Commission roster is requested.
Motion: To remove Jeremy Rhoney (Forest Hill) and Kevin Reese (Ray Childers) from the Parks
& Recreation Commission roster and thank them for their service to the community.
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Maynard M. Taylor, Commissioner
AYES: Wayne F. Abele, Sr., Jeffrey C. Brittain, Jack Carroll and Maynard M. Taylor
ABSENT: Johnnie W. Carswell
COUNTY MANAGER - BDI REQUEST TO USE FHEC TO STORE EQUIPMENT
Burke Development, in partnership with the Manufacturing Solutions Center and the Carolina
Textile District, applied for a $200,000 equipment grant from the Appalachian Regional
Commission (ARC) in 2014. The project requested equipment that would be placed at the
Manufacturing Solutions Center in Catawba County. The grant was approved by the North
Carolina ARC office; however, the federal ARC office would not approve the location as
Catawba is not an ARC county. The ARC -NC office, along with the Western Piedmont Council of
Governments, appealed the decision and provided supporting documentation for why placing
the equipment at MSC was appropriate; however, the appeal was denied. Therefore, BDI has a
$200,000 grant and need to find a new location for the equipment. The location will be
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temporary as this equipment will be moved to the Millennial Manufacturing campus to be built
at the Burke Business Park.
BDI would like to ask the County to allow us to use a room at FHEC for a period of two years to
temporarily house the equipment. The room is near the recreation department offices, is
currently a lounge area and, according to Keith Farris, is only used once a year. There will be no
cost to the County other than the in -kind use of the room itself. Use of the equipment will be
managed by the Manufacturing Solutions Center. Several Burke County companies, specifically
furniture and textile, were supportive of this grant application and would benefit greatly from
this equipment being in Burke County. They will have the opportunity to use the equipment for
production and they will also benefit from training conducted on the equipment, which will
provide them with skilled employees. If this issue for a new location is not resolved by Friday,
Sept. 4, BDI will be forced to give the grant monies back.
Motion: To allow BDI to use Room # 145 at the Foothills Higher Education Center to store
equipment for a 2-year period as outlined above.
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Maynard M. Taylor, Commissioner
' AYES: Wayne F. Abele, Sr., Jeffrey C. Brittain, Jack Carroll and Maynard M. Taylor
ABSENT: Johnnie W. Carswell
580
COUNTY MANAGER - FHEC INCREASE IN DAMAGE DEPOSIT FEE
The County is having a rash of clients renting half of the Foothills Higher Education Conference
Center (FHEC) but using the entire facility. Renters are also damaging the facility as indicated in
the following photographs and email(s). To address these issues, staff recommends the security
deposit be increased from $250.00 to $650.00. The proposed increase will cover unauthorized
use, eliminate abuse and cover repair costs. The "Rules and Regulations" was also updated.
Motion: To approve the aforementioned increase to the fee schedule for the FHEC and rules.
I RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Maynard M, Taylor, Commissioner
AYES: Wayne F. Abele, Sr., Jeffrey C. Brittain, Jack Carroll and Maynard M. Taylor
LABSENT: Johnnie W. Carswell
The revised fee schedule and rules are as follows:
Foothills Higher Education Conference Center
2128 South Sterling Street — Morganton, NC 28655
Fee Schedule
Conventions, Meetings and Social Functions
Public events where admission is charged: Plus 10% of gross receipts or 10% of table sales
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CONFERENCE AREA
(North Hall/South Hall /Room C-139
equipped with video conferencing)
Gross
Sq. Ft.
In -County
Daily
Rate
Out -of -
County
Daily Rate
North Hall or South Hall (7,360 sq. ft ea )
Multi -Purpose Room (North/South Combined)
Kitchen
7,360
14,710
600
$650
$1,300
$300
$675
$1,325
Small Meeting Room C-139 (AN equipped
BREAK OUT ROOMS:
590
$175
Small Room (Rooms 131-133 @ $100 ea $125 out-of-
countti
Large Room (Rooms 147-148 @ $150 ea ,$175 out -of -
county;
OTHER FEES:
Privilege of serving_alcoholic beverages
Utility, usage per day )*CHCS-BR Only) Entire Room
Utility usage per day (CHCS-BR Only) Rm. 131-133
Utility usage t)er day (*CHCS-BR Only) Rm. 147-148
Utility usage per day t*CHCS-BR Only; Rm C-139
County Department Fee (non -training events) 14,710 $325 l
*Western Piedmont Community College and Carolinas HeaithCare Systems -Blue Ridge (CHCS-BR) are
exempt from this fee schedule for training events but responsible for post event cleaning of space used and
CHCS-BR is charged a utility usage fee per event.
Note: Space exchanged from WPCC to Burke County will be charged the same as in FY2014-15 with the
understanding that WPCC will be responsible for post event cleaning of all rooms/space used for each
event as well as restocking of bathroom supplies. This agreement/fee schedule applies to: NCWOA Spring
Waterworks Operators' School, NCAWWA/WEA Western Biological Wastewater Operators' School,
NCAWWA/WEA Western Maintenance Technical School, NCAWWA/WEA Western Collection and
Distribution Operators' School, and WPCC Fire College.
**Clients contracting to rent the Multi -Purpose Room and Kitchen for consecutive days will receive a 20%
discount on the second and subsequent consecutive days of their rental period.
***Clients contracting to rent the Multi -Purpose Room and Kitchen for two or more consecutive days
at least three times per year and contract for a period of at least two consecutive years will receive up
to a 55% discount of their rental period.
****Manager may waive fees for certain governmental -related events
*****Manager may waive damage deposit for multiple use rentals
r—
1,000
1,680
$100
$150
581
Damage Room
Deposit Fee Capacity
(reimbursed if (# of ,
no damage) : eorleJj
$650 350
$300
$500 7001
I
$200 _ $50 ' 30
$125
$175
$75 40
$125 j 60
$100 $100
14,710 $135 '--
—
1,000 $25 -
1,680 $35 - i — 60
" 30
-- L 700
700
40
590 $20
Foothills Higher Education Conference Center
Rules and Regulations
1. Renter and members of party are only authorized to use parts of Conference Center
that they have contracted to rent. Usage of other parts of the Conference Center is NOT
permitted during event. If rooms are used that have not been rented, an additional
charge will be imposed.
2. Serving alcoholic beverages requires approval and compliance with permits, rules and
an additional fee. (Alcoholic Beverage rules are based on a memo from County Manager
Bryan Steen, sent to the Board of Commissioners dated August 4, 2011.)
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• Must provide proof of insurance that will cover alcoholic beverages (1,000,000.00
minimum limit).
• Must obtain a special one-time permit that complies with ABC laws if selling tickets
for event or serving fortified wine or spirituous liquor. (Contact NC ABC Commission
abc.nc.gov/permits/special.aspx at or [phone]) *Note: If serving unfortified
wine or beer and it is not a ticketed event, a special permit is not required. However,
80 liters of beer and 50 liters of unfortified wine is the maximum possession limit.
• County requires a copy of the alcohol permit prior to execution of the rental
agreement.
• Before serving alcohol, documentation must be provided that shows the Lessee has
obtained a NC licensed bartender or obtained a reliable person over the age of 21
whose background is subject to a criminal history check and reputation is acceptable
to the County Manager
• County requires documentation from the Sheriff's Department that off duty
deputies have been secured for the event. (Contact Major Banks Hinceman Sheriff's
Office at 764-9506 [e-mail]).
• All beverages (alcoholic & non-alcoholic) must be served to guests in plastic or other
non -breakable cups or aluminum cans unless renter provides a written guarantee
that they will provide adequate wait staff to immediately pickup up/cleanup all
breakage of glassware used during the event.
3. Food and beverage items may not be sold on the premises without special permission
from the County Manager. Kitchen may not be used to cook or hold raw meats of any
kind. Food may be prepared elsewhere or catered and re -heated in the kitchen.
4. Lessee assumes responsibility for all damages caused by the event or any of its guests.
(A damage deposit is required before event and will be reimbursed if determined no
damages occurred).
5. Lessee agrees not to post or exhibit or allow to be posted or exhibited: signs,
advertisements, show -bills, lithographs, posters, cards, or other signage in or on the
FHEC property without prior written approval. Subject to County's approval, Lessee
shall be permitted to utilize available advertising spaces at the rates as may be agreed
upon. The County/FHEC is at all times in control of said spaces.
6. Signs or other materials may not be attached to ceilings or walls.
• Lessee agrees that nothing will be affixed to any FHEC surface by tape, glue, nail,
screw, etc.
• No self -adhering decorations are permitted on any surface.
• Lessee may decorate only in those rooms Lessee is renting, not lobbies, hallways,
restrooms or any other non -teased area.
• Any type of tape to be applied to the floor (including any brand of double-faced
carpet tape) by Lessee, exhibitors or third party vendors must be approved in
advance by Burke County. Lessee is forewarned that many brands of tape do not
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easily peel off the floor. The cost for cleanup is substantial and will be the
responsibility of Lessee.
• No confetti or glitter is allowed,
• Lessee shall be responsible for removing all decorations and floor tape following the
close of the event. Should this function not be performed, Lessee will incur labor,
material and equipment cleanup charges that will affect reimbursement of damage
fees.
7. Animals: Other than certified guide or service animals, animals including fish are not
permitted inside FHEC. Approval must be set forth in writing by Burke County.
8. Lessee agrees to begin function promptly on scheduled time and agrees to vacate the
building at closing time indicated on agreement.
9. Lessee agrees to remove any food, displays, items on tables, etc. and deposit trash in
designated areas immediately following the event. Failure to do so may affect
reimbursement of damage deposit.
10. If use of the facility involves bringing in items for shows or sales, the Lessee must obtain
a fire permit from public safety. (432-2692) Note: Candles with a live flame are NOT
allowed in the Conference Center,
11. No later than ten days prior to the event date, Lessee is required to provide a certificate
of insurance to use facilities for special events.
12. Access to facility is determined by the agreement.
13. Lessee is responsible for having a working cell phone to contact 911 for emergencies
(medical/fire/law enforcement).
14. Lessee will leave the facility in the same condition it was in before event.
15. Lessee shall be responsible for all damages to the building, furnishings, fixtures,
equipment, or grounds, whether caused by Lessee or his/her patrons, exhibitors, guests,
etc.
16. County will be responsible for repairing or arranging for repairs. Costs of repairs may
affect reimbursement of damage deposit fee.
COUNTY MANAGER - USDA LEASE FOR FARM LOAN TEAM
Burke -McDowell Farm Service Agency needs to lease additional space in the Burke Agriculture
t to agricultural
Building for the Farm Loano receive srivate). The , commercPaPcroedit,sincluding direct special emphasis on
producers who are unable P
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beginning, minority and women farmers. Farm loans available are Direct Farm Ownership,
Direct Operating Loan, Guaranteed Farm Ownership, Guaranteed Operating Loan, Microloans,
Youth Loans, Down Payment Farm Ownership, Emergency Loans, Conservation Loans and
Primary Loan Servicing Program. Staff requests authority to negotiate a lease for the FLP with
similar terms and conditions to the existing lease held by FSA.
Motion: To authorize the County Manager to negotiate and execute a lease with the FSA as
set forth above.
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Maynard M. Taylor, Commissioner
AYES: Wayne F. Abele, Sr., Jeffrey C. Brittain, Jack Carroll and Maynard M. Taylor
ABSENT: Johnnie W. Carswell
584
FIRE MARSHAL- DELEGATE THE ANNUAL FIREFIGHTERS RELIEF FUND BOARD OF DIRECTORS
REPORT TO THE LOCAL FIRE CHIEFS
The Department of insurance - Office of the State Fire Marshal has moved to a new database
that will allow fire departments to complete and submit the annual Firefighters Relief Fund
Board of Trustees Report directly to their office. This report was formally known as the "Report
of Fire Conditions". Each year the Report of Fire Conditions has to be submitted on or before
October 3111 by the clerk or finance officer of each city or county that has a local board of
trustees under G.S. 58-84-46, or a fire chief if authorized by such a city or county to file the
certificate. The certificate of eligibility shall be filed with the Commissioner.
For the past several years the Report of Fire Condition was submitted by the Fire Marshal's
Office on behalf of the Finance Officer as permitted by previous Board action. The Fire Marshal
requests the Commissioners approve the delegation of the submission of the Firefighters Relief
Fund Board of Trustees report to the local fire chiefs. If approved, the Fire Marshal will be
required to notify the Office of the State Fire Marshal's Office, list the fire departments that the
County has delegated this authority to, and notify each Fire Chief that the County has delegated
this authority to them.
Motion: To approve the delegation of the submission of the Firefighters Relief Fund Board of
Trustees Report to the local fire chiefs.
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Maynard M. Taylor, Commissioner
AYES: Wayne F. Abele, Sr., Jeffrey C. Brittain, Jack Carroll and Maynard M. Taylor
ABSENT: Johnnie W. Carswell
GENERAL SERVICES - WATER & SEWER GRANT - CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PLAN
Note: This item was presented by Chris Hollifield, General Services Director, after the public
hearing for the CDBG grant application for Rhoney Road & Hwy. 18 South project. However,
action for this item was taken as part of the Consent Agenda.
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Chris Hollifield, General Services Director, reported this CIP is based on known current needs
and was revised since the Board's pre -agenda meeting at the WPCOG's request to include the
Rhoney Road & Hwy. 18 South CDBG grant project presented earlier in the meeting. The
adoption of this 10-year CIP for your water and sewer fund is necessary for entering into the
running for the CDBG-I project.
Motion: To adopt Resolution No. 2015-19.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Maynard M. Taylor, Commissioner
AYES: Wayne F. Abele, Sr., Jeffrey C. Brittain, Jack Carroll and Maynard M. Taylor
ABSENT: Johnnie W. Carswell
The Resolution is as follows:
North Carolina
Burke County
BURKE COUNTY
RESOLUTION ADOPTING CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PLAN
FOR WATER AND SEWER FUNDS
Res. No. 2015.09
WHEREAS, Burke County is pursuing a Community Development Block Grant for water
infrastructure from the North Carolina Department of Environment & Natural
Resources (NCDENR) Division of Water Infrastructure (DWI), and
WHEREAS, Burke County is pursuing all available points for a successful application of the
Burke County CDBG-I Hwy 18 S and Rhoney Road Project including 3 points for
an adopted Capital Improvement Plan,
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, BY THE BURKE COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS:
That Burke County, adopts the September 2015 Burke County Capital
Improvement Plan for Water and Sewer Funds.
Adopted this the 15th of September, 2015 at Morganton, North Carolina.
/s/: Johnnie W. Carswell
Johnnie W. Carswell, Chairman
Board of Commissioner
CERTIFICATION BY RECORDING OFFICER
The undersigned duly qualified and acting County Clerk, Kay Honeycutt Draughn of Burke
County does hereby certify: That the above/attached resolution is a true and correct copy of
the resolution authorizing the filing of an application with the State of North Carolina, as
regularly adopted at a legally convened meeting of the Burke County Board of Commissioners
duly held on the 15`h day of September, 2015; and, further, that such resolution has been fully
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recorded in the journal of proceedings and records in my office. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have
hereunto set my hand this 15tt' day of September, 2015.
/s/: Kay Honeycutt Draughn
(Signature of Recording Officer)
Kay Honeycutt Draughn
(Title of Recording Officer)
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General Services Department • Water and Sewer
Capital Improvement Plan
FY17
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FY20
FY21 I FY22
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FY24
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FY20
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HR - ARTICLE VI. EMPLOYEE BENEFITS POLICY ADDITION
In anticipation of the opening of the Employee Health and Wellness Clinic (Clinic), a new policy
addition is being recommended to establish policy guidelines for the eligibility and use of the
Clinic as well as clarifying maintenance of medical records and related administrative matters as
presented in the below proposed draft. The new section under Article VI., Employee Benefits is
highlighted in red.
Article VI. EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
Section 6.14 Employee Health and Wellness Clinic Use
The Employee Health and Wellness Clinic is available to employees as part of
the County's Health Insurance and Wellness Initiatives.
Employees and retirees must show a current health benefit insurance card and
picture identification at the time of appointment. Dependents must be listed
on the employees' health benefit insurance card to be seen at the Clinic. These
identifications will be checked at each visit to the Clinic.
Hours of operation are posted on the HR website as well as scheduling
information.
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Eligibility - Employees who are enrolled in the County's health plan are eligible.
Employees' dependents covered by the health plan will be eligible to use the
Clinic who are six (6) months and older. Burke County retirees participating in
the County's health insurance plan are also eligible.
Medical Records - All personal medical services will he confidential. The
medical records will be maintained by the medical provider contracted to
operate the Clinic and are not considered county records or part of an
employee's personnel file.
Use of Sick Time - In order to avoid being charged for sick leave, an employee's
intention must be to work on the day of the medical visit. If an employee is at
work but visits the Clinic and then returns to work immediately following the
medical visit, sick leave will not be charged.
Health Coaching/Biometric Screening - No leave is charged to employees who
have a health coaching or biometric screening appointment with the medical
provider at the Clinic.
Leave time must be used if an employee is accompanying a dependent to the
Clinic for a medical visit.
Motion: To approve the update to Article VI. Employee Benefits with addition of Section
6.14 Employee Health and Wellness Clinic of the Burke County Personnel Policy Manual.
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Maynard M. Taylor, Commissioner
AYES: Wayne F. Abele, Sr., Jeffrey C. Brittain, Jack Carroll and Maynard M. Taylor
ABSENT: Johnnie W. Carswell
587
JCPC - APPOINTMENT & REMOVAL TO JCPC
JCPC recommends the appointment of Ben Sholar to fill Seat No. 12 (Student < 18) and the
removal of Chelise Huffman, Seat No. 13 (Student < 18) due to her recent graduation.
Motion: To appoint Ben Sholar to the JCPC (Seat No. 12, Student < 18), remove Chelsie
Huffman's name from the official roster and thank her for her service to the community.
[RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Maynard M. Taylor, Commissioner
AYES: Wayne F. Abele, Sr., Jeffrey C. Brittain, Jack Carroll and Maynard M. Taylor
ABSENT: Johnnie W. Carswell
TAX DEPT. - EMS COLLECTION REPORT FOR JULY 2015
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Each month an EMS Collection Report is submitted to keep the Commissioners, County
Manager and Finance Director informed of the collection status for fees received in connection
with EMS services provided by Burke County. The report includes the annual budget amount,
amount collected year-to-date and the percentage of the annual budget collected.
2015-2016 Budget
$3.100,000.00
Collected YTD
$266,793.49
Balance to Collect
$2,833,206.51
Percent of Budget Collected
8.68%
Motion: To accept the EMS Collection Report for July 2015 as presented.
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Maynard M. Taylor, Commissioner
AYES: Wayne F. Abele, Sr., Jeffrey C. Brittain, Jack Carroll and Maynard M. Taylor
ABSENT: Johnnie W. Carswell
TAX DEPT. - RELEASE REFUND REPORT FOR AUGUST 2015
Releases in value and/or refunds of taxes typically occur when:
• Taxpayers submit information that creates a reduction in value.
• A tag is surrendered creating a proration.
• Situs is corrected between counties and/or municipalities.
• Valuation appeals reduce the value for real or personal property.
The postmark reveals a payment was timely sent.
The Board of Commissioners is presented with the following list of releases and refunds for
consideration.
Tax System Refunds and Releases
Releases (TR-304):
Refunds (TR-406):
$16,952.25
$ 736.70
VTS Refunds over $100,00
Adjustments: $ 628.54
Proration: $1,501.47
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a;,5;7315
143.16
40 57 1,4 52
9.0:3
589

September 15, 2015 (Regular)
120240,^.99A' 2015.70 5.0010.2C-RD3 SCOTT REID
Subtotal
TAX DISTRICT DURxe COUNTY RELEASE REASON. Mapprng Correction
L02,111338(Xb2015.- 21 E 'XXX;..0 RF.G AV-RY ,C-',1'.101,1 SL,2271
Subtotal
TAX DISTRICT BURKE. COUNTY RELEASE REASON Not:n Burke County
0972,00.3111"-2.015-2215.300.50-R:.. a NCu!OU:a .14,14I:E:
0000 81114 2015.2015-00200-00 REC 1652.N5177 LAV'IA R
00000830158-2514-2C:4-0000 00 REG 77111100E55 EDDIL
C0700E33 5.201 s2015-0000.CO-REG CNI':ORESS. BOCAE
0000W1717t114.71 -41CITCO.REr CARMELITE1T R061%'F
00:700.)64e47201 2J15-0000-004RE3 81,211,S. K YNeT2i
00002/A273512J15 2015 C005 00 REG I:.VE NTS FREIOS
40240L782 201523150200T 0-000 77L40, 37 437N
Subtotal
TAX DISTRICT BURKE COUNTY RELEASE REASON. Over ASsaSvne:'tt
CO000:112542015 2G?`.. al.20 :70 RF"Y HAhEL. FY 03Vl3
LM1TH YJnL.T ER
0100032251.2C15201152070- F4EG
027000518Aa.201; 201.. CO2i 4O REG
02001262601 20' S 2015 2000O0 REG
07.001352735.2015 L+050 C0.9000•RE'u
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Cr00050c.S-2015 2015 COD0.00.RErt
000505.1957•2015 2015.0040 00 RE3
02024530,38-27,215 2016-20.20-00-REG
00000531 11 2015.2015 C000 00 RE
0520-253255 2215 3215 5:3.00RE6
0200C453452. 2C13-0i10.COCO.0';-REG
CCCf1a53552.2115.1,15-00 0-4A-REG
0ti0005.68522::215.20: 5.1130OGRE
01-U05E38,12C17 2014.2020-00-RE0
Subtotal
TAX DISTRICT BURKE COUNTY RELEASE REASON Release LFUF
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711.2314
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701;015 Kid PAYE.,
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111,2345
7r1,2p14
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c ,12015
'..5,2015
8.50015
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3,512016
5 52C•15
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maxi 4733-2315 _C1SOC(t3-5J-REG BLUE R 3GECtlWYJ"1"
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TAX DISTRICT- BURKE COUNTY RELEASE REASON Snus Corroction
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TAX DISTRICT. BURKE COUNTY RELEASE REASON SoItl/7radeo
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O324.O99`1"..-231,.201E 000:-D''•REG SOI.U/HERS.:ERA D
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024:4021 2015 2015-CWAX: R G EI.CI5O LECDEGAR,O JR
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TAX DISTRICT- BURKE COUNTY RELEASE REASON. Wa'Yed
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TR.406 Refund De14111 Report
AUGUST 2015
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DATE
01 Tax (291 `. ) 7:00 (S21 921
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Total
Motion: To approve the Tax Releases and Refunds for August 2015 as presented.
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RESULT:
MOVER:
AYES:
ABSENT:
APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
Maynard M. Taylor, Commissioner
Wayne F. Abele, Sr., Jeffrey C. Brittain, Jack Carroll, Maynard M. Taylor
Johnnie W. Carswell
TAX DEPT. - TAX COLLECTION REPORT FOR AUGUST 2015
The Board of Commissioners is presented with the Tax Collection Report for July 2015. This
report is for period between July 1, 2014 and August 31, 2015. It reflects the status of
collections by the Burke County Tax Collection's Staff. For each category below, the following
information is provided: the annual budget amount, the amount collected year-to-date, the
balance to collect and the percent of budget collected. This report is a supplement to the
Settlement Report submitted annually to keep Commissioners, County Manager and Finance
Director informed of the status of tax collections in Burke County.
Category Annual Budget
Current Year Taxes
Delinquent Taxes
Late List Penalty
Category
Property Tax
I Motor Vehicle Tax
$42,250,000
$665,000
$280,000
594
Amount 1 Balance to Collect % Collected
Collected YTD
$24,004,383.02 $18,245,616.98 56.82%
$204,652.11 $460,347.89 L 30.77%
$51,091.69 $228,908.31 18.25%
Annual Budget
$38,350,000 $23,186,217,84
$ 3,900,000 $818,165.18 1
These two items below make up the current year taxes above.
Amount Collected Balance to
YTD Collect
$15,163,782.16
$3,081,834.82
Motion: To accept the Tax Collection Report for August 2015 as presented.
i RESULT:
MOVER:
I AYES:
l ABSENT:
% Collected
60.46%
20.98% I
APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
Maynard M. Taylor, Commissioner
Wayne F. Abele, Sr., Jeffrey C. Brittain, Jack Carroll and Maynard M. Taylor
Johnnie W. Carswell
ITEMS FOR DECISION — None.
REPORTS AND COMMENTS
TOURISM AUTHORITY - 2015 TOURISM UPDATE
Ed Phillips, Executive Director of the Tourism Development Authority, provided an update on
tourism activities and responded to questions from the Board. Highlights of the presentation
are as follows:
• Burke County's tourism economy surpasses $90 million for the first time in 2014.
• Travel and tourism industry directly employs more than 680 persons in Burke County
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for 2014. Total payroll generated by tourism in Burke County is $13.01 million.
• State tax revenue generated in Burke County for 2014 totaled $4.87 million.
• Burke County Visitors Center has had a record number of visitors during the summer
with increases of forty percent (40%) and forty-five percent (45%) in June and July
(2015) and August (2015) was up significantly with nearly 600 visitors to the Visitor
Center. Visitation is expected to further increase by the end of the third (3rd)
quarter 2015, surpassing all of 2014.
• For August 2015: Visitor Center Traffic — 495; Website traffic — 8,337; Lake James
State Park visitors — 61,476; and South Mountain State Park visitors — 27,567,
• In June 2015, Burke County hosted a group of "travel writers", which generated
several magazine articles.
• New Ridgeline Trolley is ahead of its revenue budget for the first few months of
operation. Twenty chartered events are scheduled now through the end of the
year.
• "Fun Updated Daily" campaign on Facebook: The campaign reached over 300,000
people and drove website traffic up over 70 percent from last year.
• "Fall Color Reports Updated Daily" media campaign will begin again in October,
which will reach out to newspapers, radio and television stations across the
Southeast highlighting the fall colors in Burke County,
• Historic Morganton Festival hired the Ridgeline Trolley (24 hours at an hourly rate)
to provide shuttle service during the Festival.
• Revenue for the trolley for the first three (3) months of ownership is up over three
hundred percent (300%) of what was projected. There are over twenty (20) events
scheduled through the middle of December.
Motion: To accept the report as presented.
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Jack Carroll, Commissioner
AYES: Wayne F. Abele, Sr., Jeffrey C. Brittain, Jack Carroll and Maynard M. Taylor
ABSENT: Johnnie W. Carswell
COUNTY ATTORNEY - MATTHEWS CONSTRUCTION MEMORANDUM OF MEDIATED
SETTLEMENT
County Attorney Simpson provided a brief report on the Memorandum of Mediated Settlement
agreement with Matthews Construction Company, Inc., the general contractor for the Burke
County Emergency Communication Center (Consolidated 911 Center) construction project.
Matthews Construction Company, Inc. received a $3.35 million contract from the County to
build the facility. However, the County had several problems with the contractor related to
delays in the project. When the contractor presented the final bill to the County of
approximately $94,000 in November of 2014, he said the County notified Matthews of the
County's intent to avail itself of the $500 per day penalty clause contained within the contract,
based on the number of days the project was late due to contractor delays. The County
claimed 64 days at $500 per day or a $32,000 offset. Matthews Construction did not agree with
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the offset. With the parties being unable to agree, he further reported Matthews Construction
filed a lawsuit in late January of 2015. Pursuant to Superior Court rules, a mediation was held.
Matthews Construction asked for approximately $100,000 while the County demanded the
offsets of $32,000. A settlement was reached in mediation for the County to pay Matthews
Construction $62,986. The parties entered into a Memorandum of Mediated Settlement on
September 2, 2015, subject to the approval by the Board of Commissioners in open session.
County Attorney Simpson also responded to questions from the Board.
Motion: To ratify the Memorandum of Mediated Settlement (15 CVS 91) between Burke
County and Matthews Construction Company, Inc. dated September 2, 2015.
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Maynard M. Taylor, Commissioner
AYES: Wayne F. Abele, Sr., Jeffrey C. Brittain, Jack Carroll and Maynard M. Taylor
ABSENT: Johnnie W. Carswell
BOC - RECEIVE COMMENTS FROM BOC AND STAFF
Commissioner Taylor reported the North Carolina Baptist Association is having a Bible Rally Day
in Raleigh on Friday, September 18, 2015. Additional information can be found on the N.C.
Baptist Pastor's Association website.
Vice Chairman Abele announced a special meeting is scheduled for September 18, 2015 at 3:00
p.m.
County Attorney Simpson reported the County has a contract with a senior meals provider,
which began July 1, 2015. However, the contractor has not provided the performance bond as
the contract requires. Therefore, the County will most likely proceed with a ten (10) day notice
period to the contractor to provide the bond within ten (10) days or their contract will be
terminated.
1 RESULT: NO ACTION TAKEN
VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENTS
CLERK - BOARDS AND COMMITTEES VACANCY REPORT
The following vacancies were announced:
• Hickory Regional Planning Commission
• Adult Care Home Community Advisory Committee
• Council on Aging
• Juvenile Crime Prevention Council
• City of Morganton - Board of Adjustment (ETJ)
• City of Morganton - Planning Board (ETJ)
• Voluntary Agriculture Board
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• Burke Co. Parks and Recreation Commission
• Burke Co. Board of Adjustment
RESULT: NO ACTION TAKEN
CLOSED SESSION
BOC - CLOSED SESSION TO DISCUSS THREATENED OR PENDING LITIGATION, TO PRESERVE THE
ATTORNEY -CLIENT PRIVILEGE, TO DISCUSS ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT MATTERS AND TO
DISCUSS PERSONNEL MATTERS
A closed session was not held.
ADJOURN
Motion: To adjourn at 7:05 p.m.
RESULT: APPROVED (UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Maynard M. Taylor, Commissioner
AYES: Wayne F. Abele, Sr., Jeffrey C. Brittain, Jack Carroll and Maynard M. Taylor
ABSENT: Johnnie W. Carswell
Attest:
Kay Honeycutt Draugh'rt, CMC, NCCCC
Clerk to the Board --
Approved this the 15th day of December, 2015.
Wayne F. Abele, Sr., Chairman
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Sec,-Kon v ,
Burke County
Sewer Station Emergency
Response Plan
Revised 01/29/2021

BURKE COUNTY SSO CONTINGENCY PLAN
PURPOSE
Burke County owns and operates a diverse collection system that consists of pump stations,
gravity flow sewer mains and force mains. These facilities are well maintained and normally
should not result in any sewage overflows or spills. However, the possibility exits that
unforeseen accidents, equipment failure or other events not controllable by Burke County could
result in a sewer overflow or spill. This plan, when enacted in response to a SSO event will
reduce or eliminate public health hazards, prevent unnecessary property damage, and minimize
service interruption.
GENERAL
Normal and routine maintenance of the collection system allows operation at maximum designed
capacity. In the event of an SSO this response plan will help facilitate a timely and technically
correct response.
In order for county staff to accurately assess the level of response, the potential liability claims
for property damage, and to accurately report overflows/spills to regulatory agencies the
following definitions shall apply:
SSO Categories
1. Category 1 — All discharges of sewage resulting from a failure of sewer system that result
that:
A. Equal or exceed 100 gallons
B. Result in a discharge to a drainage channel and/or surface water
C. Discharge to a storm drainpipe that was not fully captured and returned to the
sanitary sewer system
2. Category 2 — All other discharges of sewage resulting from failure of sewer system
3. Category 3 — Private Lateral Sewage Discharges — Sewage discharges that are caused by
blockages or other problems within a privately owned lateral.
STANDBY
Standby duty is defined as that period of time assigned in addition to the employee's normal
work week during which time the employee must be available by phone to respond to sanitary
sewer emergencies.

SAFETY
When county staff responds to an SSO, they may encounter an emergency situation that requires
immediate action. The most critical aspect of resolving an incident of this nature is to safely and
competently perform the actions necessary to return service as soon as possible and to keep
health and environment impacts toa minimum.
SAFETY ALWAYS TAKES PRECEDENT OVER EXPEDIENCY OR COST SAVING
SHORTCUTS.
Depending on nature or cause of SSO, staff may be performing repairs at the pump station,
removing a mainline blockage, or repairing a damaged section of line. All essential safety
procedures are to be followed so that the response does not escalate the situation.
Responses may require staff to implement the following types of safety procedures:
• Lockout/Tagout of equipment for repair
• Confined space entry procedures
• Traffic control procedures at site
• Trench and shoring procedures
• Equipment and/or vehicle operation
• Use of personnel protective equipment
Communication is critical when responding to an overflow/spill. Communication is maintained
via 2-way radio or cell phone. Staff may need to call for additional personnel as the situation
may warrant, notify a supervisor of the situation, and/or report overflow/spill to the proper
authorities.
PROCEDURES
When standby received notification of a possible sanitary sewer overflow/spill, he or she will
take immediate action and gather as much information as possible to determine the staffing and
equipment needed for the response. This section will provide step-by-step procedures explaining
the actions to be taken in response to an overflow/spill. The procedure will be based upon the
type of overflow/spill including mainline blockage, force main failure, pump station failure, and
private line/lateral failure.
TRAFFIC AND CROWD CONTROL
When responding to an overflow/spill location, staff will need to assess extent of area affected.
Staff will determine type of traffic or crowd control to secure area from public contact. Below
are methods used:
1. Use of traffic cones, barricades, or warning tape to detour vehicle and pedestrian traffic
safely around area.
2. Use of reflectorized clothing when working at night.
3. Use of proper traffic control patterns and advance warning signs as outlined by Burke
County standards when working in the roadway.

MAINLINE BLOCKAGE
1. Contact property owner or person reporting the overflow/spill and obtain information on
location to determine if the spill is within the county's service area.
2. Upon arrival at the overflow/spill location, make a determination as to the source of the
overflow/spill.
3. Secure area by placing cones or barricades around the affected area.
4. All reasonable methods to contain overflow/spill shall be used as soon as possible to
prevent overflow/spill from expanding. Examples of reasonable containment methods
are:
A. Vacuuming with combination vehicle
B. Building a dike/berm
C. Sandbagging/Geo Logs
D. Bypass Pumping
5. Inspect flow condition in structure/manholes up and downstream from the overflowing
structure/manhole to determine the location of the blockage.
6. Use hydraulic (combination cleaner) or mechanical (rodding machine) equipment to
relieve the blockage as soon as possible.
7. Once the blockage has been removed or problem is corrected and overflow has ceased,
use a vac truck or other similar methods available to clean up the spill debris. Call
additional personnel if needed to recover spill and begin the decontamination process.
8. If property damage has occurred, notify a Wastewater Supervisor immediately so
photographs of the damaged area can be taken for risk management records.
9. Provide proper cleanup, removing any debris, and disinfect affected area to minimize
health hazards and/or environmental impacts.
10. Do not volunteer information on liability. Only neutral comments shall be used by staff
indicating that the liability issue cannot be determined until all relevant information has
been evaluated. Be polite and sympathetic to the property owner's concerns. Assure
them that regardless who is at fault, you are there to assist them in expediting the cleanup.
A. If Overflow/Spill is Inside Structure
i. Assist the owner of the structure in calling a professional cleaning service
for proper cleanup.
ii. Draw a diagram of the area affected by overflow. Note any water damage
to private property. Take photographs of damaged area to assist Risk
Management in settling potential claims.
B. If Overflow/Spill is Outside the Structure
i. When possible, recover spill by vacuuming using combination machine
ii. If area is inaccessible, remove debris by means of rake and shovel and
disposed of properly.
iii. Wash are down and disinfect area.
11. Advise the property owner/occupant of procedure for filing a claim for damages with
Risk Management.
12. Make certain that the mainline is functioning properly before leaving the area.
13. Complete all required reports with pertinent details including estimate of spill volume.
Turn in all reports to a Wastewater Supervisor at the start of the next workday.

FORCE MAIN FAILURE
In the event that a spill occurs due to a leak from a force amin, the following actions will be
taken:
1. The leaking force main will be isolated and if necessary, bypassed if the pump station
retention area does not offer enough time to make the emergency repairs to the pipeline.
A temporary pipeline may be installed so that sewage can be pumped around the affected
area.
2. Any personnel or an approved contractor, depending on the damage, locations, volume of
overflow, and depth of pipe, may complete repairs to the force main.
3. If any overflow from the force main leakage discharges onto private property, public
right-of-way, or to surface waters, carry out the provisions for containment, reporting,
and clean up as described in MAINLINE BLOCKAGE.
PUMP STATION FAILURE
1. Most pump stations are equipped with a Supervisory Control And Data Acquisition
(SCADA) to monitor pump stations around the clock. Set point for low and high-water
thresholds are set to alert the county staff of a pump station system failure.
2. County staff will check the status of alarm utilizing the interface via their desktop
workstation or portable laptop and determine if a remedy can be made remotely, or
whether county staff needs to go to the lift station.
3. If a site visit is warranted, upon arrival at the pump station, a determination is made as to
what extent of action is required. Staff performs the necessary actions to return the pump
station to normal operations.
4. If an overflow has occurred, staff carries out provisions for containment, reporting, and
cleanup as described in MAINLINE BLOCKAGE.

BURKE COUNTY SEWER STATION CONTINGENCY PLAN
NOTE: Sewer pump trucks and by-pass pumps available upon request to maintain wet well
levels until repairs are complete
ECKERD CREEK
3274 Eckerd Creek Circle, Icard, NC
• Duplex Gorman -Rupp VS6A60-B/WW pumps with 75 hp WEG motors
o 1000 GPM @ 160 TDH
• 2 pumps and motors in PS, extra pump on hand
• SCADA monitoring — Audible, Visual, and Cellular Alarms
• Permanent back up diesel generator
• Spare Parts Kit — Cover plate 0-Ring(s), One mechanical seal, Rotating assembly ()-
Rings, One set impeller clearance adjustment spacers
GEORGE HILDEBRAN
8298 George Hildebran School Road, Hickory, NC
• Duplex Fairbanks -Morse 30 hp submersible pumps
o 300 GPM @ 147 TDH
• 2 pumps and motors in PS
• SCADA monitoring — Audible, Visual, and Cellular Alarms
• Permanent back up diesel generator
INDIAN HILLS
2769 Indian Hills Circle, Hickory, NC
• Duplex Gorman -Rupp Ultra-V series pumps with 150 hp WEG motor
o 1000 GPM @ 296 TDH
• SCADA monitoring — Audible, Visual, and Cellular Alarms
• Portable by-pass sewer pump connection
• Permanent back up diesel generator
• Spare G-R rotating assembly with impeller
• Spare 0-rings
ISLAND CREEK
131 Roderick Street, Rutherford College, NC
• Duplex Chicago submersible pump 125 hp
o 1000 GPM @ 199 TDH
• 2 pumps and motors in PS, extra rotating assembly (impeller) on hand
• SCADA monitoring — Audible, Visual, and Cellular Alarms
• Portable by-pass sewer pump connection
• Permanent back up diesel generator
• Electric hoist for pump removal (submersible)

REEP PARK
4473 Johnson Bridge Road, Connelly Springs, NC
• Duplex Myers model WGL-20 pumps
o 12-14 GPM @ 108 TDH
• 2 pumps and motors in PS, extra pump on hand
• Portable generator
PRIVATE LINE/LATERAL FAILURE
1. If is determined that the overflow is originating from a private line or lateral, the owner
or property manager will be notified that they are responsible for corrective measures.
2. If any SSO from a private line or lateral discharges onto public property, public right of
way, or onto surface waters, staff will carry out provisions for containment, reporting,
and cleanup as described in MAINLINE BLOCKAGE.
3. If it is determined that the SSO is originating from a sewer tap, Burke County will make
the necessary repairs. Burke County is only responsible for maintenance to the customer
connection clean out located at the edge of customer property. County staff will advise
customer on best possible corrective action if it is determined to be the customers
responsibility.
ALL SSO'S THAT ARE AT LEAST 1000 GALLONS OR REACH SURFACE WATERS
SHALL BE REPORTED BY PHONE AND IN WRITING IMMEDIATELY TO:
NCDENR-DWQ
SURFACE WATER PROTECTION SECTION — ARO
2090 US Highway 70
Swannanoa, NC 28778
Office: 828-296-4500
Per NC DEQ website:
Voice mail messages or faxed information shall not be considered as the initial verbal report.
SSOs (and other types of spills) occurring outside normal business hours may also be reported
to the Division of Emergency Management at telephone number [phone] or (919) 733-
3300.

Emergency Responses Management Plan
828-437-1911
BURKE COUNTY EMERGENCY CONTACTS
Burke County General Services Department
110 North Green Street, Door C
Morganton, NC 28655
Vacant, General Services Director
Email:
Office: 828-764-9062
Cell:
Brian Tart, Interim General Services Director
Email: brian.tart(2)burkenc.prg
Office: 828-764-9067
Cell: 828-405-4315
Burke County General Services Department
Water and Sewer Department
302 South Center Street, Suite E
Hildebran, NC 28637
Office: 828-764-9063 & 828-764-9064
After Hours: 828-437-1911
Beryl Cook, Water/Sewer Supervisor
Email: bervl.cook(d)burkenc.orc.4
Office: 828-764-9068
Cell: 828-443-3406
Peyton Bryant, Water/Sewer Technician
Cell: 828-448-8312
Bobby Byrd, Water/Sewer Technician
Cell: 704-466-0383
Dawson Hubbard, Water/Sewer Technician
Cell: 828-439-6003

BURKE COUNTY OTHER DEPARTMENTS TO NOTIFY
Burke County — County Manager Department
Bryan Steen, County Manager
Office: 828-764-9355
Burke County General Services Department
Sherry Gordon, Senior Accounting Specialist
Office: 828-764-9065
Burke County General Services Department, Water and Sewer Department
Jennifer Whisenant, Administrative Specialist Supervisor
Office: 828-764-9066
Burke County Emergency Services (EOC) and Emergency Traffic Control
828-437-1911
Burke County Environmental Health
Office: 828-764-9240
Burke County Sheriff's Department
24 Hour Service
828-438-5500
LOCAL FIRE & RESCUE DEPARTMENTS TO NOTIFY
These are Volunteer Fire Departments and are only manned part time.
Enola Fire Dept
828-438-9002
George Hildebran Fire Dept
828-874-4610
Icard Fire Dept
828-397-6400
Lovelady Fire Dept
828-879-9801
Lovelady Fire & Rescue #2
828-368-0660
South Mountain Volunteer Fire Dept
828-438-8300

GOVERNMENT ASSISTANCE AGENCIES
FEDERAL
National Response Center
(For CERCLA List chemical spills/transportation emergencies)
Office: 800-424-8802
STATE
NC DEQ/Water Quality Regional Operation
2090 US Highway 70
Swannanoa, NC 27107
Contact: Linda Wiggs
Office: 828-296-4500
State Division of Emergency Management
1636 Gold Star Drive
Raleigh, NC 27607
Office: 919-825-2500
24 Hour Operations Center: 919-733-3300 or 1-800-858-0368
NC State Warning Point (Non -Business Hours)
800-662-7956
NC Pesticide Emergency Reaction Team
(To report pesticide spills and fires to NC Department of Agriculture)
800-858-0368
OSHA - NC Department of Labor
(To report a work -related fatality or injuries of in -patient hospitalization, amputation, and loss of
an eye. Refer to the state website https://www.labor.nc.gov/contact/report-workplace-accident
for timing for reporting.)
800-625-2267 or 919-779-8560 — Weekdays 8am — 5pm
919-733-3333 — After working hours, weekends, and holidays (State Capitol Police)
Poison Control Center
800-222-1222
LOCAL
Burke County Emergency Management
200 Avery Avenue
Morganton, NC 28655
Contact: Michael Willis
Office: 828-764-9321

NEWS MEDIA
TELEVISION STATIONS
WHKY-TV & Radio Station
Hickory, NC
828-322-1290
RADIO STATIONS
WMNC
Morganton, NC
828-437-0521
POWER COMPANIES
Duke Energy
800-769-3766
Rutherford Electric Member Corporation (REMC)
828-584-140
800-228-9756
COMMUNCATION COMPANIES
AT&T
866-620-6900
Century Link
611 or 800-222-3680

VENDOR SUPPORT LIST
EMERGENCY EQUIPMENT RENTAL
Sunbelt Equipment Rental & Sales
Generators and Pumps
1800 Clement Blvd NW
Hickory, NC 28601
828-327-4369
United Rentals
22 17th St NW
Hickory, NC 28601
828-322-3201
Pumping & Shoring Solutions, LLC
2801 Lippards Creek Lane
Lincolnton, NC 28092
828-244-9477
Hertz Equipment Rental
1859 East Dixon Blvd
Shelby, NC 28152
704-482-4223
CONTRACTORS
Evans Construction
2646 Raintree Street
Connelly Springs, NC 28612
Office: 828-397-6545
Cell: 828-312-4236 — Mickey Evans
F&S Contractors
979 Summers Road
Morganton, NC 28655
Office: 828-433-5270
Cell: 828-217-1901 — Ronnie Franklin
Locke -Lane Construction
5063 Taylorsville Highway
Stony Point, NC 28678
Office: 704-585-6625
Cell: 828-381-4260 — John Livengood

Max Preston Construction
1231A Fairview Dr SW
Lenoir, NC 28645
828-754-9312
Smart Electric
PO Box 684
Connelly Springs, NC 28612
Office: 828-874-2875
Cell: 828-320-5930 — Steve Smart
Cell: 828-448-7769 — Neal Singleton
Asbury Septic Tank Cleaning & Backhoe Service
1651 Connelly Road
Morganton, NC 28655
Office: 828-584-1126
Cell: 828-443-7104 — Jay
ENGINEER
West Consultants PLLC
405 S Sterling St
Morganton, NC 28655
828-433-5661
CHLORINATOR SALES COMPANY
HACH Company
2207 Collections Center Drive
Chicago, IL 60693
800-227-4224
MATERIALS SUPPLY COMPANIES
Consolidated Pipe & Supply
201 East 16 Street
Charlotte, NC 28206
Office: 704-373-1880
Cell: 770-365-5700 — Charles Proctor, Sales Representative
HD Supply
315 9th St SE
Hickory NC 28602
828-324-9705

Western Carolina Supply Company
773 1st Ave SW
Hickory, NC 28602
828-328-8126
SEWER ALARM SYSTEM
Pete Duty & Associates Inc
2219 Leah Drive
Hillsborough, NC 27278
Cell: 704-564-8353 - Gary Hager, Sale Representative
OTHER
Water Tech Labs
5 Pinewood Plaza Drive
Granite Falls, NC 28630
828-396-4444
Burke Oil
PO Box 128
Valdese, NC 28690
828-397-3421

CONTAMINATION OF WATER SOURCE
POSSIBLE CAUSES
Spills, Backflow, Back -siphon age, Biological, Terrorism, or Chemical Contamination
ACTION
1. Shut pump down and valve off to isolate from system.
2. The Operator in Responsible Charge (ORC) should notify the General Services Director,
verbally and in writing, of contamination of water supply.
3. Notify NC DEQ/Water Quality Regional Operation
4. Contact government agencies
5. Notify all users. Contact local media for public service announcement if customers
cannot be notified by phone or door-to-door.
6. Arrange for alternate source of water if necessary, bottled water, bulk hauler, or storage
tank.
CONTACTS
NC DEQ/Water Quality Regional Operation
Asheville Regional Office

SEWER ELECTRICAL ACCOUNTS AND LOCATIONS
DUKE POWER OUTAGE
800-769-3766
REMC POWER OUTAGE
828-584-140
800-228-9756
LOCATION
SERVICE ACCT# METER#
Curville Flume Meter DUKE 1723431 440799
Curville Street
Rutherford College, NC
Eckerd Creek Pump Station DUKE 1903119 87951
3274 Eckerd Creek Circle
Icard, NC
George Hildebran Pump Station REMC 20114402 20192195
8298 George Hildebran School Road
Hickory, NC
Indian Hills Pump Station DUKE 1723433 506476
2769 Indian Hills Circle
Hickory, NC
Island Creek Pump Station DUKE 1723440 804818
131 Roderick Street
Rutherford College, NC

SEWER DEPARTMENT EMERGENCY EQUIPMENT LIST
Kubota L-35 Front Loader & Backhoe
Kubota Side by Side
Dump Truck
Kubota Mini Trac Hoe
Honda 8.0 HP Trash Pump with 3" hoses
Honda 13.0 HP Pressure Washer with Jet Nozzle Hose
Honda 2200 Watt Generator
Portable Welding Unit
Shoring
Emergency Lights
Stihl Cut Saw
Zinch Sump Pump with 2" 50" Discharge Hose
Inflatable Sewer Main Plugs (all sizes)
Confined Space Entry Equipment
Available for use and located at the Landfill:
Hoist Truck
Yamaha 350 Four -Wheeler with Trailer

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OPERATIONS AND MAINTENANCE PLAI
BURKE COUNTY SEWER SYSTEM
COLLECTIONS SYSTEM PERMIT # WQCS00324
JANUARY, 2015
DAVID W. POORE, PE, CPESC
West Consultants, PLLC
405 South Sterling Street
Morganton, North Carolina 28655
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
[e-mail]
NC License No. P-0210
www,west-consultants.com
RECEIVED
FEB 0 9 2021
NCDEQ/DWR/NpDES
CONSULTANTS ptic

Table of Contents
Purpose and Sewer System Overview 2
Section 1 — Description of System Components 3
Section 2 — Routine Operation/Maintenance Procedures 5
start-up & operations
record keeping
equipment inventory
spare parts inventory
contact info
Section 3 — Emergency Response/Action Plan 15
Section 4 — Sanitary Sewer Overflow Response Procedures 21
Section 5 — Employee Training .24
SSO Reporting Form
Sewer Collection System Map

Purpose
This Operations and Maintenance Plan was developed, in part, to satisfy the
requirements of the Division of Water Quality of the North Carolina Department of
Environment and Natural Resources. This plan contains a detailed system description
(gravity sewers, forcemains, and pump stations) and weekly/monthly operation and
maintenance procedures. This purpose of this 0 & M Plan is to help the County
maintain the design capacity in its sewer system, and minimize backups, pump station
failures, and sanitary sewer overflows.
Sewer System Overview
Burke County's sewer system was originally constructed in the 1970's and has been
added to over the years. This system contains approximately 19 miles of gravity
sewers ranging in size from 8 inch to 18 inch, approximately 12 miles of sewer
forcemains ranging in size from 8 inch to 12 inch, and four pump stations. These
four pump stations are referred to as the George Hildebran pump station, the Island
Creek pump station, Eckerd Creek pump station, and the Indian Hills pump station.
Of these four, the Island Creek pump station and the Indian Hills pump station has
been upgraded in recent years.
The George Hildebran pump station receives flow from the area adjacent to the
George Hildebran Elementary School and conveys this flow to the Indian Hills pump
station.
The Island Creek pump station receives flow from the towns of Rutherford College
and Connelly Springs and conveys this flow to the Town of Valdese WWTP.
The Eckerd Creek pump station receives flow from an area west of Hildebran and
conveys this flow to the Indian Hills pump station.
The Indian Hills pump station is a large pump station that receives flow from an area
west of Hildebran and north of Interstate 40 and conveys this flow to the City of
Hickory WWTP.
2

SECTION 1 — DESCRIPTION OF SYSTEM COMPONENTS
This section provides a detailed description of our sewer pump station infrastructure.
George Hildebran Pump Station:
Pumps: Fairbanks Morse 4" Figure 5435MV, Submersible Sewage Pumps
Pump Capacity: 300 gpm @ 147' TDH
Pump Motors: 30 hp, 1770 rpm
Model: D5430 MT, 480 v., 3 phase
Permanent Generator: Olympian, 112 kw, Model D90P1, 277/480v., 3 phase
Chemical Feed System: Bioxide AQ, injects nitrate containing salts and
Anthraquinone
Chemical Feed Pumps: USFilter's, Davis Products, Model #15907-002, 24 rpm, 1.9
gph @ 40 psi, 115 v., single phase
Controls: Float switches, Pump Station is monitored through Omni -Site Control
System
Pump Station Street Address: 8078 George Hildebran School Road
Electric Service Provider: Rutherford Electric
Account Number: 400362001
Phone Number: 828-584-1410 or 1-800-228-9756
Island Creek Pump Station:
Pumps: Chicago Pump, Model 4153L submersible, solids handling pump
Pump Capacity: 1,150 gpm @ 199' TDH
Pump Motors: 125 hp, 1750 rpm, 460 v., 3 phase
Model: integral with submersible pump
Permanent Generator: Cummins, Model DSHAD-7151121, 230kW, 3-phase
Controls: Pump Station is monitored through Omni -Site Control System
Pump Station Street Address: 131 Rodrick Street, Rutherford College
Electric Service Provider: Duke Energy
Account Number: 1808990121, 0001723440
Phone Number: 1-800-769-3766
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Eckerd Creek Pump Station:
Pumps: Fairbanks -Morse, Model 4"-5444, 1750 rpm, solids handling pumps
Pump Capacity: 1,000 gpm @ 139' TDH
Pump Motors: 60 hp, 230/460 v., 1750 rpm, 3 phase
Permanent Generator: Generac, 188.7 kW, 277/480 v., 1800 rpm.
Controls: Pump Station is monitored through Omni -Site Control System
Pump Station Street Address: 3274 Eckerd Creek Circle, Hildebran
Electric Service Provider: Duke Energy
Account Number: 0001903119
Phone Number: 1-800-769-3766
Indian Hills Pump Station:
Pumps: Gorman -Rupp, Model V56A60-B/WW, Serial # 1501472
Pump Capacity: 1,000 gpm @ 293' TDH
Pump Motors: WEG, 150 hp, 380 v., Horizontal ODP, 1900 rpm, Frame 444/5T
Model: 05DEZ 11 1014239809
Grinder Pumps: Channel Monster Model #CDM1810-XSD2.0
Pump Capacity: 1,000 gpm with a maximum head loss of 21" of water
Pump Motors: 3 hp, 1785 rpm, 230/460 v., 3 phase
Permanent Generator: Generac,175 kw, 480 v., 3 phase
Controls: Allen Bradley Micrologix 1500 with remote monitor capability through
Omni -Site Control System
Pump Station Street Address: off of Indian Hills Circle, Hildebran
Electric Service Provider: Duke Energy
Account Number: 0001723433
Phone Number: 1-800-769-3766
4

SECTION 2 - ROUTINE OPERATIONS/MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES
This section provides a description of the routine operation and maintenance (O&M)
procedures designed to maximize operating techniques and preventative maintenance
to ensure proper operation of the system.
Weekly Activities for Pump Stations:
Record: Flows
Pump operating levels
Pump run times
General characteristics of flow into station
Discharge pressures
Abnormal station operating conditions
Clean pump station building
Lubricate pumps and motors (Indian Hills)
Inspect drive belts (if applicable)
Clean bar screen
Test Alarm system
Monthly Activities for Pump Stations:
Exercise emergency generator
Monthly Activities for Forcemains, Gravity Sewers and Outfall Sewers:
Walk outfall lines looking for problem areas and SSO's
Check for missing/broken manhole covers
Look for possible areas of infiltration
Ride forcemain routes looking for leaks
Semi -Annual Activities for Forcemains. Gravity Sewers and Outfall Sewers:
Inspect aerial or high priority lines
Mow outfall rights of way
Jet or clean any known problem areas
5

Record Keeping
Routine record keeping is accomplished by utilizing the following reports.
• Operations Checklist for Pump Stations
• Weekly/Monthly Inspection Report
• Maintenance Activity Report
• Incident/Follow-up Action Report
A copy of the Operations Checklist should be kept at each pump station. The form
should be used to ensure that start-up activities are properly conducted, especially in
the event of an emergency when the regular operator is not available.
The Weekly/Monthly Inspection Report can be used to document weekly and/or
monthly inspections of mechanical equipment and appurtenances. Weekly/monthly
inspections will ensure that the system is operating properly and in compliance with
all applicable rules, regulations, and permit conditions.
The Maintenance Activity Report can be used to document preventative maintenance
and testing activities, based on the manufacturer's recommendations and
specifications for equipment.
The Incident/Follow-up Action Report can be used to record follow-up measures
taken to correct any deficiencies noted during daily, weekly or monthly inspections.
Copies of the above reports are filed at General Services office .
Distribution maps are located at Maintenance office .
Technical Manuals are located at Maintenance office .
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Operations Checklist for Pump Stations
Inspected by: Date:
o pumps operational
o performed physical inspection of pumps
o performed physical inspection of piping, motors
o performed electrical inspection of wires, conduits, panel boxes
o checked to see if pumps and motors are adequately lubricated
o inspected pumps and piping for leaks
Notes:
7

Weekly / Monthly Pump Station Inspection Report
Date / Time
Observations/Initials
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Electrical Panels
Pump Building or wetwell
Fence
Emergency Generator, check oil level and
water level
Test Alarm System
Listen for unusual noises
Any unusual vibration while pump is
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Maintenance Activity Report
Activity Performed: Location Initials / Date
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Equipment Inventory
This section identifies our on -site inventory of equipment and spare parts including
safety equipment such as eye washes, fire extinguishers, first aid kits, etc.
Equipment Description Location Quantit
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Spare Parts Inventory
Spare Pumps
Type/Manufacturer
Service Capabilities
Location
Spare Pump Parts
Part
Location
Spare Collection System Parts
Part
Location
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Contact Information
Orzanization
Contact
Phone {day) Phone (24/7
Electrician
Smart Electric
828-874-2875
828-320-5930
Plumber
County Staff
Pump Specialist
B & M Electric Motors
828-267-0829
Excavator/
Contractor
F & S Contractors
828-433-5270
828-217-1901
Excavator/
Contractor
Equipment Rentals
Equipment Repairman
SCADA Repair
Gopher Utilities
704-932-7662
704-798-3696
Pump Supplier
Pipe Supplier
Division of Water
Resources
Asheville Regional Office
828-296-4500
1-800-858-0368
Pumping Contractor
Asbury's Septic Tank Service
828-584-1126
Omni -Site Controls
Gary Hager; Pete Duty, &
Associates, Inc.
704-256-9155
704-564-8353
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SECTION 3 — EMERGENCY OPERATION PROCEDURES
This section addresses the protocols (actions and responses) to be followed in the
event of an emergency situation or an intervening factor which mandates deviation
from routine O&M procedures.
An Emergency Response Plan was developed for our system. This plan details the
actions, procedures, and identification of equipment that can be utilized to
significantly lessen the impact of an emergency situation. Due to the confidential
nature of our Emergency Response Plan, distribution has been limited to employees
as indicated below:
Employee Distributed by Date
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Emergency Response Plan
For Sewer Systems
Sewer System: Burke County Sewer System
Street Address: Burke County General Services, P.O Box 219
City, State, Zip: Morganton, NC 28680
Phone: [phone]
Contact: General Services Director
COLLECTIONS SYSTEM PERMIT #: WQCS00324
County: Burke
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Table of Contents
Page
Section 1 Communication Charts 17
Section 2 ... ............... ............ System Checklist 19
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Section 1 - Communication Charts
Sewer System Chain of Command — Lines of Authority
Order Name, Title & Responsibilities Contact Information
Sewer System Manager (General Services Director) Phone: [phone]
Responsible for overall management and decision -making. The 1 Cell:
1 Sewer System Manager is the lead for managing the
emergency, coordinating with support agencies, and providing
information to regulatory agencies
• Office Administrator Phone: [phone]
Responsible for administrative functions in the office including
2 receiving phone calls and keeping a log of events. This person
will provide a standard pre -scripted message to those who call Cell:
with general questions. Additional information will be released email:
through the Sewer System Manager.
Maintenance Staff
3 ` Makes system repairs and assists sewer system operator.
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Phone:
Cell:

Organization or
Department
Emergency Notification List
Name & Position Telephone Cell Phone
e-mail
State Warning Point
Duty Officer 828-296-4500
Local Law Enforcement
County Emergency
Management
Pumping contractor
County Health
Department
County Manager
City of Hickory
Town of Valdese
NCDENR, Asheville
Regional Office
Mike Long
Asbury's Septic Tank
Service
Kenneth B. Steen
Kevin Greer
Bryan Duckworth
Organization Or
Department
Electric Utility Co
911
828-764-9320
828-584-1126
828-764-9150
828-764-9350
828-323-7427
828-879-2080
828-296-4500
828-443-8447
Service / Repair Notifications
Name & Position Telephone
Cell Phone
email
Excavation F & S Contractors
Contractor
Rental Equipment
NC One Call
828-433-5270
828 217 1901
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Designated Public Spokesperson
Public Spokesperson I Name & Position Telephone
Cell Phone
Spokesperson ; Kenneth B. Steen, Co. Mgr. j 828-764-9350
Develop possible messages in advance, and update them as the emergency develops (Boil Water
Notices, Emergency Water Outages, Emergency Conservation Measures, Water Quality Issues, etc.)
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Section 2 - System Checklist
Pump Stations
Description &
Condition
❑ The pump station and pumping facilities are in excellent / good / poor condition.
0 The pump station is in excellent / good / poor condition.
Vulnerability 0
Security - ❑
Improvements ❑
Pump station might be vulnerable to falling trees during major storms.
Pumps could be damaged by intentional physical attack.
Pump station could be impacted by flooding
Pump station has security fencing or lighting and is NOT prone to vandalism.
Fencing, lighting, and signage protect against unauthorized entry.
Tamper -proof padlocks and harden entry points protect against unauthorized entry.
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1
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Vandalism or Sabotage Response Procedures
1. Utility Staff first aware of incident or damage:
a) Calls Sewer System Manager
b) Calls County Emergency Management/Local law enforcement
2 Sewer System Manager determines severity of incident and notifies:
a) County Manager
b) NCDENR Division of Water Quality
3, Sewer System Manager determines need to contact others:
a) County Emergency Management Director
b) County Health Department
c) Public notification if deemed necessary
4. Sewer System Manager assesses damage and directs repairs as needed:
a) Isolate components (if necessary)
b) Minimize damage and SSO
c) Repair facilities
5. Upon completion of repairs, Sewer System Manager returns system to normal:
a) Reports findings to County Manager and receiving WWTP.
b) Update Emergency Response Plan if needed.

SECTION 4 — SANITARY SEWER OVERFLOW RESPONSE PROCEDURE
The North Carolina General Statues require entities that own or operate wastewater
collections or treatment systems to report sanitary sewer overflows (SSO's) of
untreated wastewater in the following manner:
Discharge of any volume of wastewater that reaches surface waters, or
discharge of 1,000 gallons or more of wastewater to the ground surface must be
reported to the Division of Water Resources within 24 hours of first knowledge
of the occurrence.
Also, the owner must issue a press release to the media in the affected county within
24 hours after it has been determined that a discharge of 1,000 gallons or more of
untreated waste has reached surface waters.
Example Press Release:
NOTICE OF DISCHARGE OF UNTREATED SEWAGE
The (utility) had a discharge of untreated wastewater from our (collection system,
pump station) located at (street/highway) of approximately (amount) gallons. The
discharge occurred on (date) for approximately (amount) hours. The untreated wastewater
entered into (stream, creek, water body) in the (name) river basin. (List action) has been
taken to prevent further discharge. This notice was required by North Carolina General
Statutes Article 21, Chapter 143.215C. For more information contact (name, title) at
(phone number).
In the event of a discharge of 15,000 gallons or more of untreated wastewater to
surface waters the owner must also publish a notice of the discharge in a newspaper
having general circulation in the county in which the discharge occurs and in each
county downstream from the point of the discharge that is significantly affected by
the discharge. This publication is to be coordinated with the Division of Water
Resources. In the event of a discharge, contact the Asheville Regional Office at 828-
296-4500.
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Spill Responses for spills occurring on:
Major Sewer Interceptor Right of Way:
1. Put up warning tape such as "DO NOT ENTER" around SSO site to restrict
access.
2. In open areas, add lime, remove debris, roto-till area, re -seed and mulch with
straw.
In areas of undergrowth and small trees, flush SSO area with potable water
until no waste remains. Wait 12 — 24 hours, and then lime the area as above.
Be certain that no lime reaches receiving stream.
In Citizen's Yard:
1. Till entire SSO area if possible. Apply lime, seed, and straw.
2. If debris is not visible, add 2 inches of topsoil and mix thoroughly. Apply
lime, seed, and mulch.
On Asphalt or Concrete:
1. Set up containment area at or near the storm drainage system. Do not allow
the spill to enter the storm drain system.
2. Put up "DO NOT ENTER" tape around the SSO area.
3. Spread lime on spillage and sand or other similar material to a depth of 1
inch. Let this material absorb for one hour then sweep up. Dispose of debris
properly. Repeat if spill is still evident.
4. After removing the contaminated material, wash down area with high
pressure water and bleach.
5. Pump clean up materials and wash water into sanitary sewer.
In a Creek or Stream:
1. Take conductivity readings of the creek upstream and downstream to
determine where temporary dam should be placed.
2. The dam should be constructed near a manhole which is accessible to the
vacuum truck.
3. Dam should be placed below the spill as indicated by low conductivity
readings.
4. Construct a dam sized to contain the flow of water plus any flush water
added during clean up.
5. Station two pumps at clean-up site, one to be used as a back-up.
6. Have a backhoe at the site for dam repairs if needed.
7. Wash down rocks in stream bed until no residue is evident.
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8. Put up "DO NOT ENTER" tape at spill site and 400 feet downstream.
9. Pull stream samples for fecal coliform, upstream and downstream of SSO
site.
10. Repeat sampling until normal, background counts are near 500 cts/100 ml.
11. If settled sludge is evident, sweep stream bottom until it is clean.
12. If creek or stream is recreational water, notify the affected community and
local officials as soon as the SSO is discovered.
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SECTION 5 — EMPLOYEE TRAINING
Employees are trained in the applicable aspects of the Occupational Safety and
Health Administration Standards, 29 CFR 1910 et seq. (including, but not limited to
lockout/tagout procedures, confined space entry, heavy equipment operation, etc.).
Safety protocols and workplace policies and procedures are also reviewed routinely.
Content and frequency of employee training is recorded below:
Date Course Title Course Content
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