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HomeMy WebLinkAboutWQ0021730_Regional Office Historical File 2002 to 2013WQCSD0609 Macon County Collection System at LBJ Job Corps Center 3170 Wayah Road, Franklin, NC 28734 Phone numbers and Contacts: Macon County: 828-349-2025 Jack Horton, County Manager, Macon County retired September 2013 828-349-2020 Mike Decker, Interim County Manager Chester Jones, County Attorney LBJ JCC: 828-524-1473 Arthur Phalo, Director, LBJ Job Corp Center 828-524-1430 Kent Gibson, LBJ - collection system 828-524-4446 " -cell 571-329-0987 Mr. Chris Jones, ESC Project Manager, Engineers Support Contractor (ESC) US Dept of Labor (office in Virginia) Town of Franklin: 828-524-2516 Warren Cabe, Town Manager (& Fire Chief) 828-524-4540 Town Hall fax 828-524-2516 x 6 Carolyn 828-524-2516 Summer Woodard, Asst. to Town Manager mailing:. Town of Franklin PO Box 1479; Franklin NC 28744 physical: 95 East Main Street; Franklin, NC 28734 828-421-2002 cell Jay Gibson, Public Works Director Town of Franklin, Public Works Director email: jaygibson(a�franklinnc.com) 5 ecP Collection System Extensions issued to the County: Permit Number: WQ0017928 Facility name: LBJ Job Corps For: Gravity sewer extension, pump stations & pressure sewer Issued / effective: September 26, 2000 Owner: Macon County Government Owner type: County Government Owner affiliation: Jack Horton, County Manager Address: 5 West Main Street; Franklin, NC 28734 Permit Number: WQ0021730 Facility name: LBJ Job Corp Center - Dormitory For: Gravity sewer extension: 330 ft of 8 inch gravity sewer to serve a new 250 student dormitory Issued / effective: August 30, 2002 Owner: LBJ Job Corp Center Owner affiliation: Jay Marquis, Center Director Address: 3170 Wayah Road; Franklin, NC 28734 US Forest Service Engineers (PE Certifications and As -built Plans): Lynn Hicks, P.E. — Asheville office Barry Jones, P.E. Charlie Gay, P.E. September 2013 Environmental Pipe Cleaning, Ashland, VA (804-644-6288) repaired 60 ft section of sewer line from cafeteria to dormitory in September 2013 at a cost of $10,250. Permit Number WQCSD0609 Central Files: APS SWP 10/30/13 Permit Tracking Slip Program Category Status Project Type Non -discharge Active New Project Permit Type Version Permit Classification Deemed permitted collection system management and operation 1.00 Individual Primary Reviewer Permit Contact Affiliation kevin.barnett Coastal SW Rule Permitted Flow Facilit Facility Name Major/Minor Region LBJ Job Corps Center Minor Asheville Location Address County Macon Facility Contact Affiliation Owner Owner Name Owner Type Macon County Government Government - County Owner Affiliation Jack Horton County Manager 5 W Main St Dates/Events Franklin NC 28734 Scheduled Orig Issue App Received Draft Initiated Issuance Public Notice Issue Effective Expiration 03/01 /00 03/01 /00 03/01 /00 03/01 /00 Regulated Activities Wastewater collection Outfall NULL Waterbody Name Stream Index Number Current Class Subbasin Central Files: APS SWP 07/02/13 Permit Number Q"U1U,1l`1V50 ` Permit Tracking Slip Program Category Non -discharge Permit Type "GravitysSewer-Extensiorn, Pump Stations,:°& Presure Sewer Extemsions -- Primary Reviewer forrest.westall Coastal SW Rule Permitted Flow Status Project Type Active New Project Version Permit Classification 1.00 Individual Permit Contact Affiliation Dana J. Bolden 5 W Main St Franklin NC 28734 Facility Facility Name = Major/Minor Region aeon Co Lbj�Job'CorpsCenter Minor Asheville Location Address County Macon Facility Contact Affiliation Owner Owner Name Owner Type Macon County Governrrlent Government - Coun .yam sa !' CO, Owner Affiliation re t'l ln1 O / �y� 0 / y� t'!^ �vj Q rtCIICIlJ4 �,P0 PS) EIqlS5--l�q �1ack Horton /lCount manager �0 to�f � -E f 5 W Main St 2008-r`�� Dates/Events Franklin NC 28734 Scheduled Orig Issue App Received Draft Initiated Issuance Public Notice Issue Effective Expiration i09126/00 01/21/00 09/26/00 09/26/00 Regulated Activities Requested/Received Events Wastewater collection RO staff report requested 01/31/00 Outfall NULL waterbody Name Stream Index Number Current Class Subbasin re i'C red O(%� Coffin`tn'� y-'�ans e �otans I; ne p ml/I Creek, } n v `Fl�z r .fed u5 �le /I '� 0 Json 8�8- Sa -l4 3 0 State of North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Asheville Regional Office Michael F. Easley, Governor William G. Ross, Jr., Secretary Alan W. Klimek, P.E., Director Division of Water Quality WATER QUALITY SECTION August =3Q:_2:Q02 Mr. Jay Marquis, Center Director LBJ Job Corp Center 3170 Wayah Road Franklin, North Carolina 28734 / • • NCDENR NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES SUBJECT: ' Permit NoPWULGa 2 Z3_0 ,LAB` "-'J.ob rCor D°ormityo p= :. LBJ Job Corp Center Wastewater Collection System Extension Macon County Dear Mr. Marquis: In accordance with your application received August 22, 2002, please find attached Permit No. WQ0021730 for the construction and operation of the subject wastewater collection system extension. This Permit shall be effective from the date of issuance until rescinded and shall be subject to the conditions and limitations as specified therein. This cover letter shall be considered a part of this permit and is therefore incorporated therein by reference. Please pay particular attention to condition three (3) of the permit which requires that the wastewater collection facilities be properly operated and maintained in accordance with 15A NCAC 2H .0227 or any individual system -wide collection system permit issued to the Permittee. Permitting of this project does not constitute acceptance of any part of the project that does not meet 15A NCAC 2H .0200; the Division of Water Quality's (Division) Gravity Sewer Minimum Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996 as applicable; and the Division❑s Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast -Track Permitting of Pump Stations and Force Mains adopted June 1, 2000 as applicable, unless specifically mentioned herein. Division approval is based on acceptance of the certification provided by a North Carolina -licensed Professional Engineer in the application. It shall be the Permittee❑s responsibility to ensure that the as constructed project meets the appropriate design criteria and rules. Failure to comply may result in penalties in accordance with North Carolina General Statute 143-215.6A through 143-215.6C, construction of additional or replacement wastewater collection facilities, and/or referral of the North Carolina -Licensed Professional Engineer to the licensing board. Jay Marquis August 30, 2002 Page Two In accordance with the provisions of Article 21 of Chapter 143, General Statutes of North Carolina as amended, and other applicable Laws, Rules, and Regulations, permission is hereby granted to LBJ Job Corp Center for the construction and operation of approximately 330 linear feet of eight (8) inch gravity sewer to serve a new 250 student dormitory with no net increase in the amount of discharged domestic wastewater into the Town of Franklin's existing sewerage system, pursuant to the application received August 22, 2002, and in conformity with 15A NCAC 2H .0200; the Division's Gravity Minimum Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996 as applicable; the Division's Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast -Track Permitting of Pump Stations and Force Mains adopted June 1, 2000 as applicable; and other supporting data subsequently filed and approved by the Department of Environment and Natural Resources and considered a part of this permit. The sewage and wastewater collected by this system shall be treated in the Town of Franklin's Wastewater Treatment facility (NPDES Permit No. NC0021547) prior to being discharged into the receiving stream. If any parts, requirements, or limitations contained in this permit are unacceptable, you have the right to request an adjudicatory hearing upon written request within 30 days following receipt of this permit. This request must be in the form of a written petition, conforming to Chapter 150B of North Carolina General Statutes, and filed with the Office of Administrative Hearings, 6714 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-6714. Unless such demands are made, this permit shall be final and binding. If you need additional information concerning this matter, please contact Mr. Kevin Barnett at 828/251-6208. Sincerely, Alan W. Klimek, P. E. Enclosure xc: Macon County Health Department Non -Discharge Permitting Unit Town of Franklin Mark D. Cathey, P.E., McGill Associates, P.A. Kevin Barnett 0) NORTH CAROLINA ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT COMMISSION DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES RALEIGH WASTEWATER COLLECTION SYSTEM EXTENSION PERMIT LBJ JOB CORP CENTER PERMIT NUMBER WQ0021730 This permit shall be effective from the date of issuance until rescinded and shall be subject to the following specified conditions and limitations: This permit shall become voidable unless the wastewater collection facilities are constructed in accordance with the conditions of this permit: 15A NCAC 2H .0200; the Division of Water Quality's (Division) Gravity Sewer Minimum Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996 as applicable; the Division's Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast -Track Permitting of Pump Stations and Force Mains adopted June 1, 2000 as applicable; and other supporting materials unless specifically mentioned herein. 2. This permit shall be effective only with respect to the nature and volume of wastes described in the application and other supporting data. 3. The wastewater collection facilities shall be properly maintained and operated at all times. The Permittee shall maintain compliance with an individual system -wide collection system permit for the operation and maintenance of these facilities as required by 15A NCAC 2H .0227. If an individual permit is not required, the following performance criteria shall be met as provided in 15A NCAC 2H .0227: a. The sewer system shall be effectively maintained and operated at all times to prevent discharge to surface waters, and any contravention of the groundwater standards in 15A NCAC 2L .0200 or the surface water standards in 15A NCAC 213 .0200. b. A map of the sewer system shall be developed prior to January 1, 2004 and shall be actively maintained. C. An operation and maintenance plan shall be developed and implemented. d. Pump stations that are not connected to a telemetry system shall be inspected every day, as defined in 15A NCAC 213 .0503(5). Pump stations that are connected to a telemetry system shall be inspected at least once per week. e. High -priority sewer lines shall be inspected at least once per every six-month period of time. 3 WQ0021730 A general observation of the entire sewer system shall be conducted at least once per year. g. Inspection and maintenance records shall be maintained for a period of at least three years. h. Overflows and bypasses shall be reported to the appropriate Division Regional Office in accordance with 15A NCAC 2B .0506(a), and public notice shall be provided as required -by North Carolina General Statute 143-215.1C. 4. This permit shall not be transferable. In the event there is a desire for the wastewater facilities to change ownership, or there is a name change of the Permittee, a formal permit request shall be submitted to the Division accompanied by documentation from the parties involved, and other supporting materials as may be appropriate. The approval of this request shall be considered on its merits and may or may not be approved. 5. Construction of the gravity sewers shall be scheduled so as not to interrupt service by the existing utilities nor result in an overflow or bypass discharge of wastewater to the surface waters of the State. 6. Upon completion of construction and prior to operation of these permitted facilities, a certification, a copy of the construction record drawings, as well as supporting design calculations for any pump stations permitted as part of this project shall be received from a North Carolina -licensed Professional Engineer certifying that the facilities have been installed in accordance with this permit; 15A NCAC 2H .0200; the Division's Gravity Sewer Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996 as applicable; the Division's Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast -Track Permitting of Pump Station and Force Main adopted June 1, 2000 as applicable; and other supporting materials. If this project is to be completed in phases and partially certified, you shall retain the responsibility to track further construction approved under the same permit, and shall provide a final certificate of completion once the entire project has been completed. A copy of the construction record drawings, indicating the facilities constructed in the phase being certified, shall be submitted with each partial certification. Mail the Engineer's Certification, one copy of the "Construction Record Drawings", and one copy of the supporting design calculations to the Non -Discharge Permitting Unit, 1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-1617. 7. A copy of the construction record drawings shall be maintained on file by the Permittee for the life of the wastewater collection facilities. 8. Failure to abide by the conditions and limitations contained in this permit; 15A NCAC 2H .0200; the Division's Gravity Sewer Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996 as applicable; the Division's Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast -Track Permitting of Pump Station and Force Mains adopted June 1, 2000 as applicable; and other supporting materials may subject the Permittee to an enforcement action by the Division, in accordance with North Carolina General Statutes 143-215.6A through 143-215.6C. rd WQ0021730 9. In the event that the wastewater collection facilities fail to perform satisfactorily, including the creation of nuisance conditions, the Permittee shall take immediate corrective action, including those as may be required by this Division, such as the construction of additional or replacement facilities. 10. The issuance of this permit shall not exempt the Permittee from complying with any and all statutes, rules, regulations, or ordinances that may be imposed by other government agencies (local, state and federal) which have jurisdiction, including but not limited to applicable river buffer rules in 15A NCAC 213.0200, erosion and sedimentation control requirements in 15A NCAC Ch. 4 and under the Division's General Permit NCG0100000, and any requirements pertaining to wetlands under 15A NCAC 2B .0200 and 15A NCAC 2H .0500. 11. Non-compliance Notification: The Permittee shall report by telephone to the Asheville Regional Office, telephone number 828/251-6208 as soon as possible, but in no case more than 24 hours or on the next working day, following the occurrence or first knowledge of the occurrence of either of the following: a. Any process unit failure, due to known or unknown reasons, that renders the facility incapable of adequate wastewater transport, such as mechanical or electrical failures of pumps, line blockage or breakage, etc.; or b. Any failure of a pumping station or sewer line resulting in a by-pass directly to receiving waters without treatment of all or any portion of the influent to such station or facility. Persons reporting such occurrences by telephone shall also file a written report in letter form within five days following first knowledge of the occurrence. This report must outline the actions taken or proposed to be taken to ensure that the problem does not recur. Permit issued this the thirtieth day of August, 2002. NORTH CAROLINA ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT COMMISSION Alan W. Klimek, P.E., Director Division of Water Quality By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission Permit Number WQ0021730 Permit No. WQ0021730 August 30, 2002 ENGINEERS CERTIFICATION Partial Final I, , as a duly registered Professional Engineer in the State of North Carolina, having been authorized to observe (periodically, weekly, full time) the construction of the project, LBJ Job Corp Dormitory, LBJ Job Corp Center, Franklin, N.C., Macon County for the Project Name Location and County Permittee hereby state that, to the best of my abilities, due care and diligence was used in the observation of the construction such that the construction was observed to be built within substantial compliance of this permit; 15A NCAC 2H .0200; the Division of Water Quality's (Division) Gravity Sewer Minimum Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996 as applicable; the Division's Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast -Track Permitting of Pump Stations and Force Mains adopted June 1, 2000 as applicable; and other supporting materials. North Carolina Professional Engineer's seal, signature, and date: The above Engineer's Certification shall be completed and submitted to the address below with one copy of the "Construction Record Drawings" of the wastewater collection system extension as well as supporting design calculations for any pump stations permitted as part of this project. This project shall not be considered complete nor allowed to operate until this Engineer's Certification and all required supporting documentation have been received by the Division. Any wastewater flow made tributary to the wastewater collection system extension prior to completion of this Engineer's Certification shall be considered a violation of the permit and shall subject the Permittee to appropriate enforcement actions. NORTH CAROLINA DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY WATER QUALITY SECTION NON -DISCHARGE PERMITTING UNIT 1617 MAIL SERVICE CENTER RALEIGH, NORTH CAROLINA 27699-1617 31 -E p7p �+ J 1:24 o,5*: ]'�•'Y.I7,%7V%f �i+L 1. '.��� �: !} 1 + I o lUWN OF FRANKLIN Post Office Box 1479 Franklin, North Carolina 28744 (828)524-2516 Mr. Warren Cabe Manager Town of Franklin PO Box 1479 Franklin, NC 28744 December 10, 2013 Mr. Mike Decker Interim Manager Macon County 5 West Main Street Franklin, NC 28734 EC! � ? C 1 1 2013 DWG/S,,rface ?stater A-orection Section Asheville Regional Office Dear Mike: Jack Horton and I had been working on some issues involving sewer and water prior to his retirement and the County and Town still have work to do to clear up some unresolved issues. The most pressing issue we have at present is the LBJ Sewer line and associated sewer pump stations. Jack was going to have Municipal Engineering take a look at the lines and get an opinion as to what is causing increased pressures on the lines, which may be indicative of a blockage somewhere. The NC Department of Natural Resources indicates that Macon County still holds the permits on the facilities and there are some questions as to whether the Town of Franklin officially ever accepted responsibility for this system. I have also been unable to locate any type of agreement that permits the Town of Franklin official access to LBJ property to inspect the pump station on the property on a regular basis. Macon County and the Town of Franklin need to resolve as many issues as possible concerning this particular situation and other water and sewer issues to clear up any questions or concerns about these systems. These systems are extremely important to the end customers. Pending any significant progress particularly toward the LBJ sewer line issues, on February 18, 2014 the Town of Franklin will cease our daily inspections of the LBJ system that we are currently conducting. Although this is a busy time of year, that timeframe allows 45 working days to develop a solution to ensure adequate service is maintained and any problems are addressed. Please feel free to contact my office at 828-524-2516 to set up a time convenient for both of us so we can discuss what we need to do next or with any questions or other concerns you. may have. Sincerely; Warren J. Cabe Cc: File, Board of Aldermen, J Gibson, A Phalo, W Frazier 01 COMMUNICATION, ASSESSMENT and SPILL RESPONSE PROCEDURES for LBJ JOB CORPS CENTER PREPARED BY: (NAME OF COLLECTION SYSTEM OPERATOR) (FACILITY NAME) (ADDRESS) (TOWN), NORTH CAROLINA (DATE) PURPOSE: This plan is to be implemented in the event of a Sanitary Sewer Overflow, (SSO) or spill within the Collection System. The plan was developed to insure the key personnel response to ever spill event within 60 minutes of a reported event. INITIAL RESPONSE: Spills reported to or detected by collection system personnel require immediate attention. The Collection System ORC or his appointed Back-up Operator will make the preliminary assessment of the spill within 15 minutes after receiving report. That assessment includes visiting the spill site. The ORC or Back-up will determine the appropriate response and request assistance from key personnel as necessary. The attached callback list will be maintained current and be ranked according to essential response including, i.e. equipment operators. Local contractor may be employed as deemed necessary. Key personnel will, upon assessing the site, continue to document the event and determine the severity, magnitude, and potential environmental impact. Ever effort should be made to minimize the spill event consistent with the containment and source control section of this plan. The safety of the response dent should in no way be compromised. Key personnel should implement recovery actions to eliminate the cause of obstruction and/or system failure as outlined in this plan. POST SPILL RESPONSE, (REPORTING): After containment is achieved, the Division of Water Resources, (DWR) must be contacted as soon as possible, but in no case later than 24 hours after initial detection if; 1) the spill has reached surface waters, "Waters of the State" or 2) the spill exceeds 1,000 gallons. Every small spill must be logged on site including time, date, approximate volume, name of respondent. Spills that are fully contained and removed quickly and are less than 1,000 gallons, are not required to be reported to DWR. However, a full spill report form will be filled out and kept on file. 'J UPDATED: KEY PERSONNEL CONTACT NUMBERS (semi-annually) BY: Name of Collection System Operator CONTACT / TITLE TELEPHONE # (NAME) WORK COLLECTION SYSTEM OPERATOR HOME CELL/PAGER (NAME) WORK BACK-UP OPERATOR HOME CELL/PAGER POLICE DEPARTMENT IF NEEDED FOR TRAFFIC CONTROL OTHERS: NC DENR — DIVISION OF WATER RESOURCES Water Quality Regional Operations — Asheville Regional Office Landon Davidson, Supervisor 2090 US Highway 70; Swannanoa, North Carolina 28778 Phone: 828-296-4500 FAX: 828-299-7043 Internet: http://portal.ncdenr.org/web/wq/ws SOURCE CONTROL AND CONTAINMENT PROCEDURE Depending on the nature of the spill or overflow, the initial assessment should indicate the priority of source control and/or containment. 1) When the source can be isolated through valves, plugs or other methods, the flow should be discontinued immediately or reduced to the least possible volume. 2) If the pumps on the location are not operating the control panel should be checked for; a. Power on? Check breaker. b. Breaker closed? Check thermal overloads (external button). C. Overload good? Check fuses, if you are trained to do so. d. Is pump straining? Clogged with debris? e. Do you smell a burnt motor? Call for Electrician from approved list. 3) Containment methods will typically include; a. Sand or dirt dikes and dams (small streams, creeks). b. Holes or pits (to prevent run off to surface waters). If the spill event resulted from an area wide power outage you should contact Power Company and identify your site as critical. You must have account number for location. If the problem is mechanical in nature, retrieve parts from inventory and make repairs. Re -order parts as they are used! If the problem results from sewer blockage, call for jet rodding machine (in house or contractor from approved list). KEY CONTRACTORS AND VENDORS WATER AND SEWER CONTRACTORS: TELEPHONE#'S Plumbing, Trenching and Digging (000)000-0000 Sewer Pump Trucks, Septic Tank Hauler, ETC.. Contract Jet Rodder Electrical Contractors Power Company Account #'s each lift station..... Parts and Equipment Vendors RESPONSE EQUIPMENT (000)000-0000 (000)000-0000 (000)000-0000 (000)000-0000 EQUIPMENT IN-HOUSE OPERATOR PHONE # Back Hoe Jet Rodder Safety Equipment Personal Protective Equipment (name) 1) RESPONSE SUPPLIES SUPPLY LOCATION VENDOR Lime Shop FCX Straw Shop Southern States (000) 000-0000 PHONE # (000) 000-0000 REMEDIAL ACTIONS TO BE TAKEN FOR SPILLS OCCURRING ON: MAJOR INTERCEPTOR RIGHT OF WAY Put up warning tape "DO NOT ENTER "around SSO site to restrict access. In open areas lime, remove debris and lime site rotor -till if needed. Re -seed and mulch with straw. In areas were there is under growth and small trees, flush area with potable water until no waste remains. Wait twelve to twenty four hours then lime the area. Be certain that lime does not flush to receiving stream. NOTE: DO NOT LIME IF RAIN IS FORECASTED. IN CITIZEN'S YARD Till entire area if possible. Apply lime and follow with seed and straw. If waste / debris not visible, apply lime and 2 inches of top soil and mix thoroughly. Apply lime lightly, seed and mulch. ON ASPHALT OR CONCRETE Set up containment at or near the storm drainage system. Do not let the spill enter the storm drain system. Put up Black or Red "DO NOT ENTER" tape around the SSO area. Spread lime on spillage and sand or other material to a depth of one inch. Let this material absorb for one hour, then sweep up. Dispose of debris appropriately. If the spill is still evident repeat application. After removing the contaminated material, wash down area with high pressure water and bleach. Pump clean up materials and wash water into sanitary sewer. IN A CREEK OR STREAM Take conductivity readings of the creek upstream and downstream to determine were temporary dam should be placed. The dam should be constructed near a manhole which is accessible to the jet rodder and vacuum truck. Dam should be placed below the spill as indicated by low conductivity reading. Construct a dam sized to contain the flow of water plus any flush water added during clean up. Station pumps at the clean up site; use one for back-up. Have a back hoe at the site for dam repairs as needed. Wash down all rip -rap in stream bed until no residue is evident. Put up warning tap "DANGER - DO NOT ENTER". AT THE SPILL SITE AND 400 FEET DOWNSTREAM Pull stream samples for fecal coliform: upstream and downstream. Repeat sampling until normal. Background counts are normally 200 colonies per 100 mi. If settled sludge evident sweep bottom until clean. If creek or stream is classified recreational waters, notify the affected community and local officials as soon as the problem is discovered. Pat McCrory Governor July 22, 2013 NCDENR North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Water Quality Thomas A. Reeder CERTIFIED MAIL RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED Mr. Jack Horton, County Manager Macon County 5 West Main Street Franklin, NC 287234 Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION NOV-2013-DV-0159 Permit No. WQCSD0609 Macon County LBJ Job Corps Center Macon County Dear Mr. Horton: Acting Director John E. Skvarla, III Secretary A review has been conducted of the LBJ Job Corps Center's self -reported Sanitary Sewer Overflows (SSOs) 5-day reports submitted by the Town of Franklin. This review has shown the subject facility to be in violation of the requirements found in Collection System Permit WQCSD0609 and/or G.S. 143-215.1(a)(1). The LBJ Job Corps Center pump station was permitted to Macon County on September 26, 2000 as part of state issued Permit Number: WQ0017928. The violations that occurred are summarized below. Area Violation Date Description Violation Type Sanitary Sewer Overflow (SSO) 4/29/2013 SSO of 4500 gallons Discharge Without @ LBJ Pump Station into Wayah Creek Valid Permit DWQ Incident # 201300810 Sanitary Sewer Overflow (SSO) 6/10/2013 SSO of 4500 gallons Discharge Without @ LBJ Pump Station into Wayah Creek Valid Permit DWQ Incident # 201301125 Sanitary Sewer Overflow (SSO) 7/6/2013 SSO of 4500 gallons Discharge Without @ LBJ Pump Station into Wayah Creek Valid Permit DWQ Incident # 201301655 SURFACE WATER PROTECTION SECTION —ASHEVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE Location: 2090 U.S. Highway 70, Swannanoa, North Carolina 28778 Phone: 828-29645001 FAX: 828-299-7043 Internet: www.ncwaterquality.org An Equal Opportunity 1 Affirmative Action Employer Mr. Jack Horton, County Manager Macon County LBJ Job Corps Center NOV-2013-DV-0159 Page 2 of 2 Additionally, the pump station may not comply with the following regulations: 15A NCAC 02T — WASTE NOT DISCHARGED TO SURFACE WATERS - SUBCHAPTER 02T .0403 PERMITTING BY REGULATION, which requires the following. (a) Collection systems having an actual, permitted or Division approved average daily flow less than 200, 000 gallons per day are deemed permitted pursuant to Rule. 0113 of this Subchapter provided the system meets the criteria in Rule .0113 of this Subchapter and all specific criteria required in this Rule: (1) The sewer system is effectively maintained and operated at all times to prevent discharge to land or surface waters, and to prevent any contravention of groundwater standards or surface water standards. (2) A map of the sewer system has been developed and is actively maintained. (3) An operation and maintenance plan including pump station inspection frequency, preventative maintenance schedule, spare parts inventory and overflow response has been developed and implemented. (4) Pump stations that are not connected to a telemetry system (i.e., remote alarm system) are inspected by the permittee or its representative every day (i.e., 365 days per year). Pump stations that are connected to a telemetry system are inspected at least once per week. (5) High -priority sewers are inspected by the permittee or its representative at least once every six -months and inspections are documented. (6) A general observation by the permittee or its representative of the entire sewer system is conducted at least once per year. (7) Overflows and bypasses are reported to the appropriate Division regional office in accordance with 15A NCAC 02B .0506(a), and public notice is provided as required by G.S. 143-215.1 C. (8) A Grease Control Program is in place as follows: (A) For publicly owned collection systems, the Grease Control Program shall include at least biannual distribution of educational materials for both commercial and residential users and the legal means to require grease interceptors for new construction and retrofit, if necessary, of grease interceptors at existing establishments. The plan shall also include legal means for inspections of the grease interceptors, enforcement for violators and the legal means to control grease entering the system from other public and private satellite sewer systems. (B) For privately owned collection systems, the Grease Control Program shall include at least biannual distribution of grease education materials to users of the collection system by the permittee or its representative. (C) Grease education materials shall be distributed more often than required in Parts (A) and (B) of this Subparagraph if necessary to prevent grease -related sanitary sewer overflows. (9) Right-of-ways and easements are maintained in the full easement width for personnel and equipment accessibility. (10) Documentation shall be kept for Subparagraphs (a)(1) through (a)(9) of this Rule for a minimum of three years with exception of the map, which shall be maintained for the life of the system. (b) Private collection systems on a single property serving an industrial facility where the domestic wastewater contribution is less than 200, 000 gallons per day shall be deemed permitted. . (c) The Director may determine that a collection system should not be deemed to be permitted in accordance with this Rule and Rule .0113 of this Subchapter. This determination shall be made in accordance with Rule .0113(e) of this Subchapter. Remedial actions should be taken to correct this problem. The Division of Water Quality may pursue enforcement action for this and any additional violations of State law. You should address the causes of noncompliance and all actions taken to prevent the recurrence of similar situations and respond in writing to this office within 15 days of receipt of this letter. If you should have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Wanda Frazier, of the Asheville Regional Office at 828-296-4500 extension 4662. Sincerely, Chuck Cranford, Regional Supervisor Surface Water Protection Section Asheville Regional Office Cc: Arthur Phalo — Director, LBJ Job Corps Center Warren Cabe — Town Manager, Town of Franklin DWQ ARO Files - WQCSD0609 DWQ Central Files PERCS Unit SASWP\Macon\Collection Systems\LBJ Job Corps Center WQCSD0609\NOV-2013-DV-0159.doc Macon cottntv August 1st, 2013 Mr. Chuck Cranford, Regional Supervisor Surface Water Protection Division Asheville Regional Office NC Dept. of Environment and Natural Resources Dear Mr. Cranford, RECEIVED AUG - 5 2013 DWQ/surfac a water Protection Secdon Asheville Regional Office I I am in receipt of your notice postmarked July 23rd, 2013 concerning the LBJ Job Corp Center sanitary sewer overflows and the notice of violation. Upon receiving your letter, I did speak to Ms. Frazier from the Asheville Regional Office and discussed with her by phone this situation of'which I was totally unaware of until now. I was not the Macon County Manager when this project was undertaken, and permitted back in September, 2000.. I have been County Manager here since January 2008 and was under the impression that the Town of Franklin was maintaining the sewer pump station and associated lines. I was given a copy of a deed recorded in 2004 that transferred the system and property to the Town of Franklin. We understand that the town has taken a position that they have not formally accepted the system even though this is now some nine;years,later. ; We are currently working with the Town of Franklin to hopefully facilitate a permanent transfer of this system to them since they obviously are better suited to maintain these types of operations on an ongoing basis. Following Ms. Frazier's advice I met with Mr. Arthur Palo, Director of the LBJ Job Corp Center, and went over the situation with him. I found that Mr. Palo and the town have identified the problem and are working' closely to resolve it. I have been made aware that the center has a formal request and a verbal commitment for additional federal funds to effectuate a permanent solution to this continuing problem. (Copy attached). Macon County's goal, I assure you, is to help the Town and the Center resolve this issue immediately and to put into place the necessary measures that are critical in order to provide long term, safe, and reliable sewer service to this important facility and to protect the water supply for our town and county. MACON COUNTY COURTHOUSE ANNEX 5 WEST MAIN STREET FRANKLIN, NORTH CAROLINA 28734 PHONE 828-349-2000 FAX: 828-349-2400 We intend to follow up with your office as we move forward in our efforts to respond to the immediate need, and a long term solution to this problem. Thank you and Ms. Frazier for working with us on this issue. Sincerely, C. Jack Horton, Macon County Manager cc: Wanda Frazier Asheville Regional Office Warren Cabe, Franklin Town Manager Arthur Palo, Director LBJ Job Corp Jack Horton From: Phalo, Arthur -FS <aphalo@fs.fed.us> Sent: Thursday, August 01, 2013 3:56 PM To: jhorton@maconnc.org Cc: Phalo, Arthur -FS Subject: FW: CRA Funding Request (4342) - Lyndon B. Johnson - Infiltration of Ground Waste Jack, Per our conversation here is an email/document to use for communication with NCDENR. If you need more information please contact me. Arthur L. Phalo Jr Center Director 3170 Wayah Rd Franklin, NC 28734 From: Gibson, Kent -FS Sent: Thursday, August 01, 2013 3:49 PM To: Phalo, Arthur -FS Subject: FW: CRA Funding Request (4342) - Lyndon B. Johnson - Infiltration of Ground Wate FYI Kent Gibson Work Program Officer Lyndon B Johnson CCC 3170 Wayah Rd. Franklin NC 28734 828-524-1430 kgibson01@fs.fed.us From: JobCorpsSP@dol.gov [JobCorpsSP@dol.gov] Sent: Wednesday, July 31, 2013 2:58 PM To: phalo.arthur@jobcorps.org . Cc: Jones. elizabeth@dol.gov; JONES.CHRISTOPHER@DOL.GOV; Dakshaw.Bill@dol.gov; hoffman.johannes@dol.gov; Meeks.Justin.L@dol.gov; Campbell. Mark@dol.gov; Encarnacion.Justin@dol.gov; sharma.vineet@dol.gov; Bogdan. Olga @dol.gov; Wickboldt.James@dol.gov; Pritchett, Roger -FS; Long, Lola -FS; Chavarria, Deborah A -FS; Ingram.Kwame@dol.gov; Horton.Annette@dol.gov; Herro.Chris@dol.gov; tatnall. ryolanda@dol.gov; Phalo, Arthur -FS; Gibson, Kent -FS; Doolittle, Todd -FS; DeHart, Sharon M -FS; Templeton, Del -FS; Jackson, Richard A -FS Subject: CRA Funding Request (4342) - Lyndon B. Johnson - Infiltration of Ground Wate Roger Pritchett of the Forest Service has forwarded the Lyndon B. Johnson CRA funding request to National Office for approval. Forest Service Response: Submitted to the National Office for approval. LBJ has been working with Parsons on an immediate repair to this line. This is critical for the timeline set by the City of Franklin to rectify the source of infiltration in to the city's sewage system. CRA Funding Title: Infiltration of Ground Water CRA Funding Type Emergency $12,500.00 Non -Emergency $0.00 Supplemental $0.00 Redirect $0.00 CRA Funding Request Details: Installation of Cured -in -place -pipe (CIPP)lining inversion method for rehabilitation of approximately 60' of sewer line. The existing pipe reconstruction will be accomplished using a reinforced liner tube utilizing a thermosetting resin that meets physical and chemical resistance properties. The intent of this cured -in -place lining is to reconstruct the pipeline by installing a resin impregnated flexible tube that will fit tight and continuous against the orginal pipeline. This process will eliminate any water intrusion and guards against any environmental impact because there is no ground distrubrance. Cost of repair is approximately $200.00 per foot @ 60' _ $12,000 plus and additional $500 for raising of manhole cover, total cost is $12,500. Unit costs came from webpage of contractor and from the National Office. Impact If Not Done: This infiltration of ground water has increased the centers sewage cost three fold. (Jan. normal $2000.00, Jan. 2013 6000.00) The area in which the sewer pipe is located contains a small stream in which the pipe passes through. This could also cause a negative environmental impact should raw wastewater intrude the stream. In addition this infiltration has caused the down stream lift station to overflow several times and by state law was reported to state EPA authorities. Links: Center: Go to FNC icon on Citrix desktop. Others: Login to CRA Funding Request This electronic message contains information generated by the USDA solely for the intended recipients. Any unauthorized interception of this message or the use or disclosure of the information it contains may violate the law and subject the violator to civil or criminal penalties. If you believe you have received this message in error, please notify the sender and delete the email immediately. fi� .s.� :N'_'' k� —t�I L Pat McCrory Governor July 22, 2013 WCDEPIR North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Water Quality Thomas A. Reeder CERTIFIED MAIL RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED Mr. Jack Horton, County Manager Macon County 5 West Main Street Franklin, NC 287234 Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION NOV-2013-DV-0159 Permit No. WQCSD0609 Macon County LBJ Job Corps Center Macon County Dear Mr. Horton: Acting Director 7012 1010 0002 1967 6100 John E. Skvarla, III Secretary A review has been conducted of the LBJ Job Corps Center's self -reported Sanitary Sewer Overflows (SSOs) 5-day reports submitted by the Town of Franklin. This review has shown the subject facility to be in violation of the requirements found in Collection System Permit WQCSD0609 and/or G.S. 143-215.1(a)(1). The LBJ Job Corps Center pump station was permitted to Macon County on September 26, 2000 as part of state issued Permit Number: WQ0017928. The violations that occurred are summarized below. Area Violation Date Description Violation Type Sanitary Sewer Overflow (SSO) 4/29/2013 SSO of 4500 gallons Discharge Without @ LBJ Pump Station into Wayah Creek Valid Permit DWQ Incident # 201300810 Sanitary Sewer Overflow (SSO) 6/10/2013 SSO of 4500 gallons Discharge Without @ LBJ Pump Station into Wayah Creek Valid Permit DWQ Incident # 201301125 Sanitary Sewer Overflow (SSO) 7/6/2013 SSO of 4500 gallons Discharge Without @ LBJ Pump Station into Wayah Creek Valid Permit DWQ Incident # 201301655 SURFACE WATER PROTECTION SECTION —ASHEVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE Location: 2090 U.S. Highway 70, Swannanoa, North Carolina 28778 Phone: 828-296-45001 FAX: 828-299-7043 Internet: www.ncwaterquality.org An Equal Opportunity 1 Affirmative Action Employer Mr. Jack Horton, County Manager Macon County LBJ Job Corps Center NOV-2013-DV-0159 Page 2 of 2 Additionally, the pump station may not comply with the following regulations: 15A NCAC 02T — WASTE NOT DISCHARGED TO SURFACE WATERS - SUBCHAPTER 02T .0403 PERMITTING BY REGULATION, which requires the following. (a) Collection systems having an actual, permitted or Division. approved average daily flow less than 200, 000 gallons per day are deemed permitted pursuant to Rule .0113 of this Subchapter provided the system meets the criteria in Rule . 0113 of this Subchapter and all specific criteria required in this Rule: (1) The sewer system is effectively maintained and operated at all times to prevent discharge to land or surface waters, and to prevent any contravention of groundwater standards or surface water standards. (2) A map of the sewer system has been developed and is actively maintained. (3) An operation and maintenance plan including pump station inspection frequency, preventative maintenance schedule, spare parts inventory and overflow response has been developed and implemented. (4) Pump stations that are not connected to a telemetry system (i.e., remote alarm system) are inspected by the permittee or its representative every day (i. e., 365 days per year). Pump stations that are connected to -a telemetry system are inspected at least once per week. (5) High -priority sewers are inspected by the permittee or its representative at least once every six -months and inspections are documented. (6) A general observation by the permittee or its representative of the entire sewer system is conducted at least once per year. (7) Overflows and bypasses are reported to the appropriate Division regional office in accordance with 15A NCAC 02B .0506(a), and public notice is provided as required by G. S. 143-215.1 C. (8) A Grease Control Program is in place as follows: (A) For publicly owned collection systems, the Grease Control Program shall include at least biannual distribution of educational materials for both commercial and residential users and the legal means to require grease interceptors for new construction and retrofit, if necessary, of grease interceptors at existing establishments. The plan shall also include legal means for inspections of the grease interceptors, enforcement for violators and the legal means to control grease entering the system from other public and private satellite sewer systems. (8) For privately owned collection.. systems, .the..Grease Control Program shall include at least biannual distribution of grease education materials to users of the collection system by the permittee or its representative. (C) Grease education materials shall be distributed more often than required in Parts (A) and (B) of this Subparagraph if necessary to prevent grease -related sanitary sewer overflows. (9) Right-of-ways and easements are maintained in the full easement width for personnel and equipment accessibility. (10) Documentation shall be kept for Subparagraphs (a)(1) through (a)(9) of this Rule for a minimum of three years with exception of the map, which shall be maintained, for the life of the system. (b) Private collection systems on a single property serving an industrial facility where the domestic wastewater contribution is less than 200, 000 gallons per day shall be deemed permitted. (c) The Director may determine that a collection system should not be deemed to be permitted in accordance with this Rule and Rule .0113 of this Subchapter. This determination shall be made in accordance with Rule .0113(e) of this Subchapter. Remedial actions should be taken to correct this problem. The Division of Water Quality may pursue enforcement action for this and any additional violations of State law. You should address the causes of noncompliance and all actions taken to prevent the recurrence of similar situations and respond in writing to this office within 15 days of receipt of this letter. If you should have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Wanda Frazier, of the Asheville Regional Office at 828-296-4500 extension 4662. Sincerely, Chuck Cranford, Regional Supervisor Surface Water Protection Section Asheville Regional Office Cc: Arthur Phalo — Director, LBJ Job Corps Center Warren Cabe — Town Manager, Town of Franklin �QVAR;OFil:s WQCSD.-O_609 �DWQ Central Files PERCS Unit SASWP\Macon\Collection Systems\LBJ Job Corps Center WQCSD0609\NOV-2013-DV-0159.doc 7012 1010 o 0002 am m, 1967 Q m9 6100 d n) C! 0 m C N a $ = x H r. '~ m m ' ■ Complete items 1, 2, and 3. Also complete A. i at e ❑Agent w m aCL am m a�17 o item 4 if Restricted Delivery is desired. ■ Print your name and address on the reverse ❑Addressee - = o m m m m m so that we can return the card to you. B. Received by (P red Name) Date of Avery ■ Attach this card to the_back_of-the_mailoiece. - -- { North Carolina Department of Dss di At item 1? J^-C Ye MA Environment and Natural Resources below: No ��� - Division of Water .Q Surface Water. Protecti sic o 2090 UiS. Highway70, Suvanna NCDENR - Jack Horton, County Manager Macon County S rvloo Type ❑ ' x ° m 5 West Main Street Certified Mail Franklin, NC 28734 Registeredsetp`tf arch dise x �ii ii�u�u nun u 4. Re a iv ra Fee) ❑ ., -- - - - - 7012 1010 0002 1967 6100 - PS Form 3811, February 2004 i— ! i Domestic Return Receipt 102595-02-M-1540 - RE EIVED fU.' a�lATr`,90� M AY - 2 2013 Form CS-SSO Col ction System Sanitary Sewer Overflow Reporting Form DWQ/sur&ce water Protection SM60R V 112009 Asheville Regional Office PART I This form shall be submitted.to the appropriate DWQ Region t�&e wit n five days of the first knowledge of the sanitary sewer overflow (SSO). Permit Number: n /(WQCS# if active, otherwise use WQCSD#) Facili=�b ty.!1✓ U I Incident # Owner. I UW 1 ry Region: A� City: F4U1�Iiy\ County: aap Source of SSO (check applicable) : ❑ Sanitary Sewer pump Station / Lift Station SPECIFIC location of the SSO (be consis nt in de cription fr m t.reports or documentation - i.e. Pump Station 6, Manhole at Westall & Bragg Street, etc.) : L run\A �t6n n Manhole# Latitude (deg rees/minute/seco Longitude(degrees/minute/second): Incident Started Time:T00 Incident End Dt: Time:ILLI ► My� (mm-dd-yyyy) hM/PM (mm-dd-yyyy) , hh:mm AM/PM Estimated volume of the SSOil gallons Estimated Duration (Round to neare"our):J� Describe how the volume was determined: W�the . onditionS.duri SSO evg�yie Did SSO reach surface waters? Surface water name: Did the SSO result in a fish kill? ❑ Yes[ SPECIFIC cause(s) of the SSO: V evereNatural Condition flow and Infiltration ❑ Vandalism ❑ Pipe Failure (Break) 24-hour verbal notification (name of person 0 DWQ E3 Emergency Mgmt. No❑ Unknowns Volu a reaching surface waters (gallons): J No❑ Unknown If Yes, what is the estimated number of fish killed? X.. ❑ Grease ❑ Roots ❑ Pump Station Equipment Failure ❑ Power outage ❑ Debris in line ❑ Other (Please explain in Part II) Po Date Time (hh:mm If an SSO is ongoing, please notify Regional Office on a daily basis until SSO can be stopped. Per G.S. 143-215.1C(b), the responsible party of a discharge of 1,000 gallons or more of untreated wastewater to surface waters shall issue a press release within 48-hours of first knowledge to all print and electronic news media providing general coverage in the county w ere e�lc "ischarge occurred. When 15,000 gallons or more of untreated wastewater enters surface waters, a public notice shall be published within 10 days and proof of publication shall be provided to the Division within 30 days. Refer to th—e—reTe-re-n—ce-a statute for further detail. The Director, Division of Water Quality, may take enforcement action for SSOs that are required to be reported to Division unless it is oemonstrateo that: 1) the discharge was caused by severe natural conditions and there were no feasible alternatives to the discharge; or 2) the discharge was exceptional, unintentional, temporary and caused by factors beyond the reasonable control of the Permittee and/or owner, and the discharge could not have been prevented by the exercise of reasonable control. Part II must be completed to provide a justification claim for either of the above situations. This information will be the basis I for the determination of any enforcement action. Therefore, it is important to be as complete as possible. WHETHER OR NOT PART II IS COMPLETED, A SIGNATURE IS REQUIRED AT THE END OF THIS FORM. CS-SSO Form ' Page 1 Inflow and Infiltration Are you under an SOC (Special Order by Consent) or do you have a schedule in any permit that ❑ Ye4dNo ❑ NA❑ NE addresses 1/1? Explain if Yes: What corrective actions have been taken to reduce or eliminate I & I related overflows at this spill location within the last year? Has there been any flow studies to determine 1/1 problems in the collection system at the SSO location? ❑ Ye No ❑ NA❑ NE If Yes, when was the study completed and what actions did it recommend? Has the line been smoke tested or videoed within the past year? ❑ Ye _ No ❑ NA❑ NE If Yes, when and indicate what actions are necessary and the status of such actions: Are there 1/1 related projects in your Capital Improvement Plan? ❑ Ye _ No ❑ NA❑ NE If Yes, explain: Have there been any grant or loan applications for I/1 reduction projects? El YeM No ❑ NA❑ NE If Yes, explain: Do you suspect any major sources of inflow or cross connections with storm sewers? _ Yea No ❑ NA❑ NE If Yes, explain: Have all lines contacting surface waters in the SSO location and upstream been inspected recently? If Yes, explain: What other corrective actions are planned to prevent future 1/1 related SSOs at this location? Comments: No ❑ NA❑ NE CS-SSO Form Page 6 System Visitation ORC n Yes Backup 11 Yes Name: Cert# Date visited: Time visited: How was the SSO remediated (i.e. Stopped and cleaned up)? As a representative for the responsible party, I certify that the information contained in this report is true and accurate to the best o my now edge. Person submitting claim: Signature: LM Date: - l - 30 - 1 3 Title: 0 t L /vo Ac9 RECEIVED 71 JUN 1gllidtl8n Form CS-SSO Sanitary Sewer Overflow Reporting Form V 112009 PART I This form shall be submitted.to the ap ro riatd%Q fi days of the first knowledge of the sanitary sewer overflow (SSO). Permit Number : ��� (WQCS# if active, otherwise us W CSD#) e Facility: l' � r �` (`^ Incident # Owner: Region: City: n�`t County: 1 y a (Uh Source of SSO (check applicable) : ❑ Sanitary Sewer Pump Station / Lift Station SPECIFIC location of the SSO (be consister Q ftcription frgm p?ast.reports or documentation - i.e. Pump Station 6, Manhole at Westall & Bragg Street, etc.) : Manhole# Latitude (degrees/minute/second): Incident Started Dt: Time: (mm-dd-yyyy) hh:mm AWPM Estimated volume of the SSO: _ gallons Describe how the volume was determined:_ C� P(\A Weather conditions during SSO event r rLcnu A rut If � Did SSO reach surface waters?j� event ❑ No❑ - Unknown Surface water name: uj� A Y� �f'�Q 11 k Did the SSO result in a fish kill? ❑ Yes 5No❑ Unknown SPECIFIC cause(s) of the SSO: L! evere Natural Condition LM Inflow and Infiltration ❑ Vandalism ❑ Pipe Failure (Break) ,,24-hqur verbal notification (name of person 1!2 DWQ ❑ Emergency Mgmt. Longitude(degrees/minute/second): Incident End Dt: Time: (mm-dd-yyyy) hh:mm AM/PM Esjimated Duration (Round to nearest hour): r_t—� Volume reaching surface waters If Yes, what is the estimated number of fish 'Ak ❑ Grease ❑ Roots ❑ Pump Station Equipment Failure ❑ Power outage ❑ Debris in line ❑ Other (Please explain in Part II) If an SSO is ongoing, please notify Regional Office on a daily basis until SSO can be stopped. Per G.S. 143-215. 1 C(b), the responsible party of a discharge of 1,000 gallons or more of untreated wastewater to surface waters shall issue a press release within 48-hours of first knowledge to all print and electronic news media providing general coverage in the county w er—efe he discharge occurred. When 15,000 gallons or more of untreated wastewater enters surface waters, a public notice shall be published within 10 days and proof of publication shall be provided to the Division within 30 days. Refer to the —reTe—ren—cea statute for further detail. The Director, Division of Water Quality, may take enforcement action for SSOs that are required to be reported to Division unless it is demonstrated IffiF 1) the discharge was caused by severe natural conditions and there were no feasible alternatives to the discharge; or 2) the discharge was exceptional, unintentional, temporary and caused by factors beyond the reasonable control of the Permittee and/or owner, and the discharge could not have been prevented by the exercise of reasonable control. Part II must be completed to provide a justification claim for either of the above situations. This information will be the basis for the determination of any enforcement action. Therefore, it is important to be as complete as possible. WHETHER OR NOT PART II IS COMPLETED, A SIGNATURE IS REQUIRED AT THE END OF THIS FORM. CS-SSO Form Page 1 Inflow and Infiltration Are you under an SOC (Special Order by Consent) or do you have a schedule in any permit that ❑ YeWo ❑ NA[] NE addresses 1/1? Explain if Yes: What corrective actions have been taken to reduce or eliminate I & I related overflows at this spill location within the last year? Has there been any flow studies to determine 1/1 problems in the collection system at the SSO location? Q YeZ No ❑ NAC:] NE If Yes, when was the study completed and what actions did it recommend? Has the line been smoke tested or videoed within the past year? [3 Ye& No C] NA❑ NE If Yes, when and indicate what actions are necessary and the status of such actions: Are there 1/1 related projects in your Capital Improvement Plan? ❑ Ye No Q NA❑ NE If Yes, explain: Have there been any grant or loan applications for 1/1 reduction projects? If Yes, explain: No [I NAQ NE Do you suspect any major sources of inflow or cross connections with storm sewers? _ YeO No [] NAO NE If Yes, explain: Have all lines contacting surface waters in the SSO location and upstream been inspected recently? 0 Ye No n NA[—] NE If Yes, explain: What other corrective actions are planned to prevent future 1/1 related SSOs at this location? Comments: G!V\ -'k �4w 1trt5 CS-SSO Form Page 6 System Visitation ORC Backup Name: —any C . b S� Cert# /5—3 2 0 Date visited: (/ —/'// '-% l Time visited: /f / 6 v How was the SSO remediated (i.e. Stopped and cleaned up)? ❑ Yes As a representative for the responsible party, I certify that the information contained in this report is true and accurate to the best of my knowledge. Person submitting claim: j� �r C-A , -1117 Date: Signature: Title: Telephone Number: �92 d — S,? y Z�f� Any additional information desired to be submitted should be sent to the appropriate Division Regional Office within five days of first knowledge of the SSO with reference to the incident number (the incident number is only generated when electronic entry of this form is completed, if used). CS-SSO Form Page 15 RECEIVED J UCol1Ution�System Form CS-SSO Sewer Overflow Reporting Form DWQ/Surface Water Protection 5ectiopv V This form shall be submitted.to the appropriate DWQ the sanitary sewer overflow (SSO). Permit Number tdoessoop t o ( QVor if active, otherwise use Facility: Owner. 4+- city: ��✓/�w1if5[al./ Source of SSO (check applicable) : ❑ Sanita Sewer PART I the first knowledge of cideht # Region: County: ry Pump Station / Lift Station SPECIFIC location of the SSO (be consistent in description from st.reports or documentation - i.e. Pump Station 6, Manhole at Westall & Bragg Street, etc.) : '�� nn pI's� tF►9 Manhole# Latitude (degrees/minute/second): Longitude(degrees/minute/second): Incident Started Dt: Time: �v Ate` Incident End Dt: 2-4 -/3 Time: " t '.400'#' (mm-dd-yyyy) 1� hh:mm AM/PM (mm-dd-yyyy) hh:mm AM/PM Estimated volume of the SSO: _ ��� gallons Estimated Duration (Round to nearest hour):r Describe how the volume was determin Weather conditions during SSO event: Did SSO reach surface waters? IAJ Yes U NoLI. Unknown Surface water name: Did the SSO result in a fish kill? Yes IgNo❑ Unknown SPECIFIC cause(s) of the SSO: �s Severe Natural Condition Inflow and Infiltration ❑ Vandalism ❑ Pipe Failure (Break) 24-hour verbal notification (name of person IWI DWQ ❑ Emergency Mgmt. Volume reaching surface waters (gallons): sz)o If Yes, what is the estimated number of fish killed? ❑ Grease ❑ Roots ❑ Pump Station Equipment Failure ❑ Power outage ❑ Debris in line ❑ Other (Please explain in Part II) ;ontacted) l�D-D`Nil Date (mm-dd-yyyy): Time (hh:mm AM/PM)' �� If an SSO is ongoing, please notify Regional Office on a daily basis until SSO can be stopped. Per G.S. 143-215.1C(b), the responsible party of a discharge of 1,000 gallons or more of untreated wastewater to surface waters shall issue a press release within 48-hours of first knowledge to all print and electronic news media providing general coverage in the countyw ere a ischarge occurred. When 15,000 gallons or more of untreated wastewater enters surface waters, a public notice shall be published within 10 days and proof of publication shall be provided to the Division within 30 days. Refer to th—e-re-15ir—enc-e-d statute for further detail. The Director, Division of Water Quality, may take enforcement action for SSOs that are required to be reported to Division unless it is aemonstratea tnat: 1) the discharge was caused by severe natural conditions and there were no feasible alternatives to the discharge; or 2) the discharge was exceptional, unintentional, temporary and caused by factors beyond the reasonable control of the Permittee and/or owner, and the discharge could not have been prevented by the exercise of reasonable control. Part II must be completed to provide a justification claim for either of the above situations. This information will be the basis for the determination of any enforcement action. Therefore, it is important to be as complete as possible. WHETHER. OR NOT PART II IS COMPLETED, A SIGNATURE IS REQUIRED AT THE END OF THIS FORM. CS-SSO Form Page 1 A/ V 3 /'5. q Inflow and Infiltration Are you under an SOC (Special Order by Consent) or do you have a schedule in any permit that ❑ YeQ No Q NA❑ NE addresses UP Explain if Yes: What corrective actions have been taken to reduce or eliminate I & I related overflows at this spill location within the last year? Has there been any flow studies to determine 1/1 problems in the collection system at the SSO location? Q Ye No Q NAQ NE If Yes, when was the study completed and what actions did it recommend? Has the line been smoke tested or videoed within the past year? ❑ YeJ%, No Q NAQ NE If Yes, when and indicate what actions are necessary and the status of such actions: Are there 1/1 related projects in your Capital Improvement Plan? Q Ye No Q NAQ NE If Yes, explain: Have there been any grant or loan applications for 1/1 reduction projects? 13 YedW No Q NAQ NE If Yes, explain: Do you suspect any major sources of inflow or cross connections with storm sewers? YeO No Q NAQ NE If Yes, explain: /V ' l c 0'J Have all lines contacting surface waters in the SSO location and upstream been inspected recently? JYeXN, Q NAQ NE If Yes, explain: What other corrective actions are planned to prevent future 1/1 related SSOs at this location? We- �,crck ':.s4LJ./5 &fo CS-SSO Form Page 6 System Visitation ORC Backup Name: �� X r 16 Pll--- r- Cert# d 6 Date visited: Time visited: How was the SSO remediated (i.e. Stopped and cleaned up)? El Yes As a representative for the responsible party, I certify that the information contained in this report is true and accurate to t e est o my now a ge. Person submitting claim: ` ' ' t�� q` 1� �E� Date: �� l ' / 4�r Signature: Ti07"tle: Telephone Number: Any additional information desired to be submitted should be sent to the appropriate Division Regional Office within five days of first knowledge of the SSO with reference to the incident number (the incident number is only generated when electronic entry of this form is completed, if used). CS-SSO Form Page 15 Permit Number: W(..,--17928 Facility name: LBJ Job Corps For: Gravity sewer extension, pump stations and pressure sewer Issued / effective: September 26, 2000 Owner: Macon County Government Owner type: County Government Owner affiliation: Jack Horton, County Manager Address: 5 West Main Street; Franklin, NC 28734 Macon County Permit Number: WQ0021730 Facility name: LBJ Job Corp Center - Dormitory For: Gravity sewer extension: 330 ft of 8 inch gravity sewer to serve a new 250 student dormitory Issued / effective: August 30, 2002 Owner: LBJ Job Corp Center Owner affiliation: Jay Marquis, Center Director Address: 3170 Wayah Road; Franklin, NC 28734 Macon County Historv: 1998: 11-18-1998 Interlocal agreement between Macon County and the Town of Franklin to extend sewer service along Wayah Road from the LBJ Job Corp Center (to the intersection of old US Hwy 64 West), which is owned and operated by the United States of America ... Obligations of the County: 1. a) The County will finance & construct the new wastewater collection line and all necessary pumps along old US Hwy 64 West to its intersection with Wayah Road and along Wayah Road to the LBJ Job Corp Center. 1. e) To maintain, repair & replace the wastewater collection lines and the pumps 1. h) To provide and install meters of extension lines (water meters?) Obligations of the Town: 2. a) To accept wastewater ... from the LBJ JCC in a volume not to exceed 24,000 gpd Terms & Conditions: 3. d) County shall be solely responsible for all costs and expenses for and in any way connection with the construction, repair and maintenance and replacement of said wastewater collection lines, pumps or accessories. Signed by: Yelton Bates, Chairman, Board of Commissioners, Macon County Sam Greenwood, County Manager, Macon County Thomas Woodlee, Mayor, Town of Franklin Janet Anderson, Town Clerk, Town of Franklin 2002: 9-3-2002 Town of Franklin Water and Sewer Extension Policy adopted (revised 7-5-2005) Part II. Municipal sewer services: Town does NOT own and maintain the line serving the LBJ CCC facility on Wayah Road. 2003: 9-8-2003 Interlocal agreement between Macon County and the Town of Franklin County's total project cost: $ 1,500,000 Town shall pay their share / percentage: 31.4% _ $ 471,000 as annual payments beginning 2005, ending 2025 (total with 2.5% interest = $ 588,750) Signed by: Mark West, Chairman, Board of Commissioners, Macon County Sam Greenwood, County Manager, Macon County ?, Mayor, Town of Franklin Janet Anderson, Town Clerk, Town of Franklin 9-8-2003 Macon County Board of Commissioners — minutes Interlocal agreement between Macon County and the Town of Franklin * (7-2013) Warren Cabe, Town Manager said that the Town signed this agreement for accepting the new wastewater collection system (30 inch trunk line) and pumps along old US Hwy 64 West to its intersection with Wayah Road and along Wayah Road to the LBJ Job Corp Center. He said that this did NOT include the LBJ pump stations or existing collection system. 9-9-2003 DWQ sent NOV & RE for discharge without a permit & failure to report spill of wastewater reaching surface waters to: Sam Greenwood, County Manager, Macon County Macon County - LBJ Job Corps Center Permit Number: WQ0017928 9-18-2003 NOV response from: Sam Greenwood, County Manager, Macon County Indicated that stormwater lines were tied into the collection system and that the Town of Franklin had taken the measures noted in the NOV RE letter. CC: Town of Franklin Joel Storrow, McGill & Associates 2004: 2-4-2004 Warranty Deed Macon County Register of Deeds Prepared by R.S. Jones, Jr., attorney 9-8-2003 Deed date Macon County conveys improvements and easements to the Town of Franklin for: 1st Conveyance: LBJ sewer lines, pump stations, manholes extending from LBJ JCC (as constructed & installed by plans & specs prepared by McGill Associates, P.A.). 2nd Conveyance: lands owned by Charles W. Enloe 3rd Conveyance: easements acquired from DOT per ROW Encroachment Agreement Signed by: Mark West, Chairman, Board of Commissioners, Macon County Sam Grey.,..rood, County Manager, Macon Cwuaty (Note: This was never agreed upon, signed or accepted by the Town of Franklin.) 2-23-2004 Sam Greenwood, County Manager — signed SSO report on 2-25-2004 SSO reported at LBJ pump station Undetermined volume 2-24-2004 Sam Greenwood, County Manager — signed SSO report on 2-25-2004 SSO reported at LBJ pump station Volume: several hundred gallons 12-7-2004 Town of Franklin Board of Aldermen meeting notes: Alderman Curtis said that he talked to a Town Planning Department employee, who was at the courthouse and in the process of transferring ownership of the LBJ pump stations to the Town, per instructions from Sam Greenwood, County Manager. Alderman Curtis told him/her that the Town had NOT accepted ownership of the pump stations and that they were still permitted to the County. The Mayor indicated in the meeting (12-7-2004) that the Town needs something in writing concerning these pump stations. 2005: 2-9-2005 LBJ Job Corps and Mill Creek Area Infiltration and Inflow Study Prepared by: David Honeycutt, E.I. and Jeffrey Bishop, P.E. McGill Associates (job # 04717) Contact: Mike Waresak for blueprints. The report contained a map of the site, recommendations made from visual observations of 35 (of the 41) manholes and 6 smoke tests performed. A large portion of the system was in fair to poor condition. Potential sources of I&I were identified and suggested remedies were given. 2007: 1-30-2007 Roy Davis, DWQ: Indicated that the LBJ JCC pump stations do NOT work properly. 3-21 & 4-17-2007 DWQ Technical Assistance - Don Price Jay Gibson & staff, Town of Franklin Kent Gibson, LBJ JCC Forrest Westall, McGill Associates Recommendations sent to: Leo Elliott, Manager, LBJ JCC Charlie Gay, Engineer, US Forest Service "Entire system is in critical need of rehabilitation"...including the replacement of the undersized pumps at the pump stations. 2013 April 2013 Jay Gibson replaced one of the pumps at the LBJ pump station with a higher horsepower (10 HP) pump in an effort to handle the I&I and increased flows. The system useage flows have begun increasing during the last 8 months. The December sewer useage (11-7 to 12-17) jumped to 1,136,000 gallons. The average for the five previous months was 486,800 gallons. 4-29-2013 SSO occurred at the LBJ pump station. Approximately 4500 gallons reached Wayah Creek as a result of excessive I&I. 6-10-2013 SSO occurred at the LBJ pump station. Approximately 4500 gallons reached Wayah Creek as a result of excessive I&I. 6-12-2013 Warren Cabe and Jack Horton held a meeting to discuss the LBJ situation. 7-1-2013 Meeting at LBJ Attending: ,Arthur Phalo, Director, LBJ Job Corp Center ;Kent Gibson, LBJ - maintenance of pump stations & collection system. 'Mr. Chris Jones, Engineers Support Contractor, US Dept of Labor (office in Virginia -- cell: 571-329-0987) Warren Cabe, Town Manager, Town of Franklin Town Hall: 828-524-2516 x 6 Carolyna Jay Gibson, Town of Franklin, Public Works Director�� _ �Dp (cell: 828-421-�i --- email: jaygibson@franklinnc.com) Arthur indicated that he would have someone smoke test the collection system lines. 7-2-2013 Jack Horton, County Manager, Macon County (828-349-2025) Left Wanda Frazier, DWQ, a voice mail message on 7-2-2013 @ 3:17 pm stating that the LBJ property and collection system lines were transferred to the Town of Franklin in September 2003. 7-6-2013 SSO occurred at the LBJ pump station. Approximately 4500 gallons reached Wayah Creek as a result of excessive I&I. The students were not on campus this week. 7-10-2013 Meeting at the Town Hall, Town of Franklin Warren Cabe, Town of Franklin, Town Manager Jay Gibson, Public Works Director Wanda Frazier, NCDENR — Division of Water Quality Notes: Notes: • Warren Cabe sent a letter and documents to Jack Horton, County Manager, stating that the Town does NOT own the pump stations at LBJ, nor are they responsible for them. • Warren sent a letter to Arthur Phalo, LBJ JCC Director concerning the SSOs, I&I and unreimbursed expenses related to the pump stations. • McGill designed and engineered the pump stations. Terry Brothers installed them. McGill evaluated the performance of the pumps at the LBJ & Enloe pump stations and indicated that there were both undersized and needed replacing. This was indicated in the 2007 Technical Assistance report. • In 2005, the Town began checking the lift stations in an effort to determine if they were operating properly for one year, before agreeing to take over the O&M. • After SSOs, the Town upsized one of the LBH pump station pumps from a 5.0 or 7.5 HP to a 10 HP pump. The 10 HP pump was still unable to prevent SSOs. The pumps run 20 hours/day and pump 60-80 gpm (w/ 8-10 ft head). There is an ultrasonic flow meter at the pump station, used by the Town for sewerage billing. • The Town has $30,000 worth of unreimbursed expenses during the past two years for expenses involving the pump stations. • This system is still permitted to the County. The County pays the electrical bill for the pump stations. • The County says they turned over the pump stations, but the Town says that they did NOT accept them. • The Town said that before the pump stations would be accepted, they would have to perform one year trouble -free (no SSOs), per the Town's (2005) sewer line extension policy. The Town performs daily (7 days/wk) visits to the LBJ JCC pump stations. The lift stations do NOT have telemetry. They do have diesel emergency generators. • The Macon County Tax records 7010-2013 (indicate that the LBJ pump station property is owned by the Federal government and the Enloe pump station property is owned by Macon County. • Documents indicating the transfer of ownership from the County to the Town is required in order for the Town to be responsible for the LBJ JCC sewer collection system. These documents would include the acceptance by the Town for this system. • Transfer of ownership for the NC DWQ sewer extension permits: WQ0017928 and WQ0021730, is also required. The change of ownership application form (PNOCF 12-12) is on the DWQ web site: hftp://www.ncwaterquality.org/web/wq/swp/ps/cs/pnoc • The LBJ JCC currently has an enrollment of — 175 students plus staff members. TOWN OF FRANKLIN FY 2013-2014 UB TRANSACTION REPORT BY ALPHA SORT 07/01/2012 TO 06/30/2013 ------------ READINGS ------------ BILL DATE DATE TRANS CODE/DESC CURRENT PREV USAGE UPD/BATC CHECK 3925 LBJ Job Corp 43 - 10 - 0- 1 3170 Wayah Road -SEWER ONLY Franklin, NC 28734 INIT AMOUNT BAL: 07/23/2012 PAYSW PAYMENT SEWER 07/27/2012 10770866 KBB 400324/ 0 07/27/2012 SEW SEWER BILLED 305180 301190 399000 07/27/2012 CPC 07/16 06/12 400682/ 0 08/20/2012 PAYSW PAYMENT SEWER 08/29/2012 4030118087 KBB 404355/ 0 08/29/2012 SEW SEWER BILLED 310060 305180 488000 08/29/2012 CPC 08/15 07/16 404849/ 0 09/20/2012 PAYSW PAYMENT SEWER 09/26/2012 13024285 KBB 408053/ 0 09/26/2012 SEW SEWER BILLED 314720 310060 466000 09/26/2012 CPC 09/11 08/15 408299/ 0 10/16/2012 PAYSW PAYMENT SEWER 10/29/2012 13793018 KBB 4110551 0 10/29/2012 SEW SEWER BILLED 320620 314720 590000 10/29/2012 CPC 10/11 09/11 411927/ 0 11/28/2012 SEW SEWER BILLED 325530 320620 491000 11/28/2012 CPC 11/02 10/11 415361/ 0 12/18/2012 PAYSW PAYMENT SEWER 12/31/2012 16530121 KBB 418628/ 0 12/31/2012 SEW SEWER BILLED 336890 325530 1136000 12/31/2012 CPC 12/17 11/02 419565/ 0 12/31/2012 PAYSW PAYMENT SEWER 01/29/2013 17020290 KBB 419653/ 0 12/31/2012 PAYSW PAYMENT SEWER 01/29/2013 17020290 KBB 419653/ 0 01/29/2013 SEW SEWER BILLED 339590 336890 270000 01/29/2013 CPC 01/08 12/17 423384/ 0 02/27/2013 SEW SEWER BILLED 348210 339590 862000 02/27/2013 CPC 02/14 01/08 427069/ 0 03/01/2013 PAYSW PAYMENT SEWER 03/26/2013 19000340 KBB 427324/ 0 03/15/2013 PAYSW PAYMENT SEWER 03/26/2013 19562658 KBB 430038/ 0 03/26/2013 SEW SEWER BILLED 353540 348210 533000 03/26/2013 CPC 03/13 02/14 430564/ 0 04/18/2013 PAYSW PAYMENT SEWER 04/29/2013 20659139 KBB 433612/ 0 04/18/2013 PAYSW PAYMENT SEWER 04/29/2013 20659139 KBB 433612/ 0 04/18/2013 PAYSW PAYMENT SEWER 04/29/2013 20659139 KBB 433612/ 0 04/29/2013 SEW SEWER BILLED 359140 353540 560000 04/29/2013 CPC 04/11 03/13 434014/ 0 SUMMER 07/10/2013 1:57:01PM ar012r44 (1,998.76)B 2,808.00 B (2,808.00)B 3,431.00 B (3,431.00)B 3,277.00 B (3,277.00)B 4,145.00 B 3,452.00 B (3,452.00)B 7,967.00 B (693.00)B (3,452.00)B 1,905.00 B 6,049.00 B (1,905.00)B (6,049.00)B 3,746.00 B (13.00)B (1,905.00)B (1,828.00)B 3,935.00 B BALANCE 1,998.76 0.00 2,808.00 0.00 3,431.00 0.00 3,277.00 0.00 4,145.00 7,597.00 4,145.00 12,112.00 11,419.00 7,967.00 9,872.00 15,921.00 14,016.00 7,967.00 11,713.00 11,700.00 9,795.00 7,967.00 11,902.00 Page 1 -- TOWN OF FRANKLIN FY 2013-2014 UB TRANSACTION REPORT BY ALPHA SORT 07/01/2012 TO 06/30/2013 ------------ READINGS ------------ BILL DATE DATE TRANS CODE/DESC CURRENT PREV USAGE UPD/BATC CHECK INIT AMOUNT BALANCE 3925 LBJ Job Corp 43 - 10 - 0- 1 3170 Wayah Road -SEWER ONLY Franklin, NC 28734 05/14/2013 PAYSW PAYMENT SEWER 05/30/2013 21458811 KBB (4,221.00)B 7,681.00 436465/ 0 05/14/2013 PAYSW PAYMENT SEWER 05/30/2013 21458811 KBB (3,746.00)B 3,935.00 436465/ 0 05/20/2013 PAYSW PAYMENT SEWER 05/30/2013 21728377 KB13 (3,935.00)B 0.00 437040/ 0 05/30/2013 SEW SEWER BILLED 367370 359140 823000 05/30/2013 CPC 5,776.00 B 5,776.00 05/20 04/11 437411/ 0 06/18/2013 PAYSW PAYMENT SEWER 06/27/2013 22639270 KBB (5,776.00)B 0.00 440314/ 0 06/27/2013 SEW SEWER BILLED 372680 367370 531000 06/27/2013 CPC 3,732.00 B 3,732.00 06/17 05/20 440703/ 0 TOTAL BALANCE: 3,732.00 SUMMER 07/10/2013 1:57:01PM Page 2 ar012r44 Macon County GIS bttn-,//gis2.maconnc.org/lightmap/Maps/default.htm Enter Search Text . ............. .............. .... 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Cabe Manager Town of Franklin PO Box 1479 Franklin, NC 28744 Mr. Arthur Phalo Director LBJ Job Corps Civilian Conservation Center 3170 Wayah Road Franklin, NC 28734 Dear Mr. Phalo; The Town of -Franklin has reported two separate incidents of untreated sewer discharge from the pump station on Wayah Road in the last few months. One incident occurred on April 29, 2013 and one incident occurred on June 10, 2013 and both appear related to infiltration of the sewer lines. In June 2011, the Town Attorney also sent notification of previous problems concerning the lines related to infiltration. An Engineering Firm was also retained by Macon County in February 2005 to provide engineering services to investigate the possibility of significant inflow and infiltration into the system and identified several areas of potential problems and recommended solutions. It is obvious at this point that either those problems have never been addressed, were addressed improperly, or perhaps there are new problems with the system. The Town of Franklin has gone to considerable lengths to keep the line in service and also incurred several expenses with such and will seek reimbursement where permitted for such expenses. It is imperative that the problems with the inflow and infiltration be addressed immediately before the problems multiply and cause significant environmental damage and require further action from the Town of Franklin. Please feel free to contact me concerning any questions you might have and please keep us informed of any progress made to mitigate the problems. Sincerely; Warren J. Cabe Cc: Board of Aldermen, J Horton, File Michael F. Easley, Governor 4 William G. Ross Jr., Secretary North Carolina Depar0- _ .'of Environment and Natural Resources Alan W. Klimek, P.E. Director Division of Water Quality SURFACE WATER PROTECTION Apn1�2�20.07 Mr. Leo Elliott, LBJ-Job Corps Center Manager Mr. Charlie Gay, U.S. Forest Service Engineer 3170 Wayah Road Franklin, N.C. 28734 Dear Mr. Elliott and Mr. Gay, Asheville Regional Office SUBJECT: March 21, and April 17, 2007 Technical Assistance Inspection L�B�lo.b��arps�CoJJectlonSysterri` Macon County WL`� DD 1 -717.2- S Enclosed please find a detailed summary and copy of Technical Assistance Inspection form resulting from the Wastewater Collection System Technical Assistance, that I conducted on March 21, and April 17, 2007. The Wastewater Collection System was found to have several compliance issues at the time of the Technical Assistance, which are outlined in the summary. Participating in the Technical Assistance were: Mr. Jay Gibson of the Town of Franklin and his staff, Mr. Ken Gibson, with the LBJ-Job Corps, and Mr. Forrest Westall with McGill Associates. Their participation in the Technical Assistance is appreciated. The Technical Assistance consisted of a physical inspection of the entire system including every manhole and smoke testing of the system. Orange spray paint was applied to areas identified at the manholes that require priority maintenance. The collection system for the Arrowood Glade restroom has been repaired and the upper manhole, number 41 on a previously developed map (attached), and just below the restroom facilities, replaced and re -grouted. The two downstream manholes, numbers 38 and 39 on the previously developed map, in this "spur" to the overall facility have been refurbished and "sealed" with some sort synthetic material, but the effectiveness of this repair needs to be evaluated. One of the manholes, number 38 on the previously developed map, exhibited significant "peeling of the material'. The contractor who did this work should be required to redo the work, and an inspection conducted afterwards to determine its acceptability. The "plugging" of this spur line at the fourth manhole, number 34 on the previously developed map, below the restroom (facility has been closed over the winter and not reopened yet) showed no accumulation of water within the manholes upstream of the plug. With the exception of noted repair needs and rehab and raising of the additional manholes in this spur line behind the houses, numbers 33,36,37, and 40 on the previously map, along the creek and before the elevated stream crossing, the Arrowood Glade line looked OK. N ne Carolina tally 2090 U.S. Highway 70, Swannanoa, NC 28778 Telephone: (828) 296-4500 Fax: (828) 299-7043 Customer Service 1 877 623-6748 LBJ-Job Corps- Technical Assistance page two Detailed Summ - Entire system is in critical need of rehabilitation, particularly almost all the manholes on campus: Service taps from campus buildings are made directly into manholes, these taps are "Hammer Taps", which is NOT a practice recommended by plumbing code or experienced sewer collection system staff. - Service tap "grouting" is incomplete or non-existent. Should be corrected by re - grouting with a suitable material such as epoxy or other equivalent. - Manhole location makes manholes subject to surface water runoff. Manholes are consistently "too low", they should be raised to grade level. - Replace manhole rings and covers. Several of the cover rings and lids should be replaced and modified to standard conditions. One method would be to use " Composite Plastic or Fiberglass" rings and covers. This would be appropriate in areas that `DO NOT" have vehicular traffic. - Manhole Interiors, drops are non-existent inside the manholes. This condition allows for solids and other debris to fall, wad up, and allow for the "Wastewater" flow to continue through the system creating conditions that cause sewer "back-ups", system "stoppages", and "sewer overflows", in addition to creating a health and environmental hazard. All improvements to the system must include appropriate manhole drop rehabilitation. Other factors affecting the operation of the collection system include the composition of the sewage flow into this collection system. This includes materials inconsistent with the proper operation of a gravity sewer collection system and with proper operation of a pump station. Each and every collection system user should be encouraged to NOT dispose of paper towels, fabric, and other "foreign" materials into the system. This will make maintenance and operation of the new bar screen easily accomplished, work on the installation of the "Bar Screen" needs to be completed "immediately". The bar screen should be inspected periodically during each operational day, particularly after expected maximum flow periods (morning meal, lunch and dinner, etc.) The work that is needed within the Job Corps collection system will require funding from the Center and the Forest Service. The needed repairs and rehab work is essential to protection of the students and staff of the Center as well as the public with access to the area, the facilities within the Arrowood Glade restroom, and the surrounding surface waters. The two Sanitary Sewer Overflow's reported at the LBJ and Enloe Pump Stations are related to the condition of the sewer collection system and are the reason for the non- compliance. If the needed repairs of the collection system are not accomplished, failures of the collection system and downstream pump stations are expected. A failure will result in the release of raw sewage to the environment endangering the public health and ecological integrity of the natural systems (streams, groundwater, and terrestrial) adjacent to and downstream of these systems. Such a failure of a Collection System under N.C. laws can also result in enforcement actions up to and including a Civil Penalty Assessment being levied for the failure. LBJ-Job Corps- Technical Assistance page three eualuahtewpreyio'usly bysfiaffofiMfc:GII�Asoci'fies. The results of the evaluation were not available during the T/A, but Town of Franklin staff reported and LBJ staff concurred that one of the two pumps installed at the LBJ pump station, pumped below its system rated capacity. This pump should be replaced with one that will pump at least at the systems rated capacity. Regulations and pump station minimum design criteria require that every pump in a pump station, be capable of pumping at 2 Y2 times the rated system capacity. It is also suggested that a "spare" pump be available for the station. The Job Corps Center representative indicated that the Center would have no students starting in June and running into July of this year. This time should be the best opportunity to undertake the needed rehab work. Specific actions and efforts related to the ongoing upkeep and maintenance of the collection system within the Forest Service/Job Corps Center is the responsibility of these agencies, and is outlined in NCAC Title 15A, Subchapter 2T, Section .0400 described as follows: SECTION .0400 — SYSTEM -WIDE COLLECTION SYSTEM PERMITTING 16A NCAC 02T .0401 SCOPE The rules of this Section apply to system -wide collection systems pursuant to G.S. 143-215.913, where the Director may issue system -wide permits for collection systems relating to operation and maintenance of sewers, pump stations, force mains and all appurtenances. History Note: Authority G.S. 143-215.1(a); 143-215.3(a); 143-215.9B; Eff. September 1, 2006. 15A NCAC 02T .0402 DEFINITIONS The following definitions are used in this Section: (1) "Collection system" means a public or private sewer system, consisting of sewer lines, force mains, pump stations or any combination thereof that conveys wastewater to a designated wastewater treatment facility or separately -owned sewer system. For purposes of permitting, the collection system is considered to be any existing or newly installed system extension up to the wastewater treatment facility property or point of connection with a separately owned sewer system. (2) "High -priority sewer" means any aerial sewer, sewer contacting surface waters, siphon, sewer positioned parallel to streambanks that is subject to erosion that undermines or deteriorates the sewer, or sewer designated as high priority in a Division issued permit where the sewer does not meet minimum design requirements. History Note: Authority G. S. 143-215, 1 (a); 143-215.3(a); 143-215.9B; Eff. September 1, 2006. 15A NCAC 02T .0403 PERMITTING BY REGULATION (a) Collection systems having an actual, permitted or Division approved average daily flow less than 200,000 gallons per day are deemed permitted pursuant to Rule .0113 of this Subchapter provided the system meets the criteria in Rule .0113 of this Subchapter and all specific criteria required in this Rule: (1) The sewer system is effectively maintained and operated at all times to prevent discharge to land or surface waters, and to prevent any contravention of groundwater standards or surface water standards. (2) A map of the sewer system has been developed and is actively maintained. (3) An operation and maintenance plan including pump station inspection frequency, preventative maintenance schedule, spare parts inventory and overflow response has been developed and implemented. (4) Pump stations that are not connected to a telemetry system (i.e., remote alarm system) are inspected by the permittee or its representative every day (i.e., 365 days per year). Pump stations that are connected to a telemetry system are inspected at least once per week. (5) High -priority sewers are inspected by the permittee or its representative at least once every six -months and inspections are documented. (6) A general observation by the permittee or its representative of the entire sewer system is conducted at least once per year. (7) Overflows and bypasses are reported to the appropriate Division regional office in accordance with 15A NCAC 02B .0506(a), and public notice is provided as required by G.S. 143-215.1C. LBJ-Job Corps- Technical Assistance page four (8) A Grease Control Program is in place as follows: - (A) For publicly owned collection systems, the Grease Control Program shall include at least biannual distribution of educational materials for both commercial and residential users and the legal means to require grease interceptors for new construction and retrofit, if necessary, of grease interceptors at existing establishments. The plan shall also include legal means for inspections of the grease interceptors, enforcement for violators and the legal means to control grease entering the system from other public and private satellite sewer systems. (B) For privately owned collection systems, the Grease Control Program shall include at least biannual distribution of grease education materials to users of the collection system by the permittee or its representative. (C) Grease education materials shall be distributed more often than required in Parts (A) and (B) of this Subparagraph if necessary to prevent grease -related sanitary sewer overflows. (9) Right-of-ways and easements are maintained in the full easement width for personnel and equipment accessibility. (10) Documentation shall be kept for Subparagraphs (a)(1) through (a)(9) of this Rule for a minimum of three years with exception of the map, which shall be maintained for the life of the system. (b) Private collection systems on a single property serving an industrial facilitV where the domestic wastewater contribution is less than 200,000 gallons per day shall be deemed permitted. (c) The Director may determine that a collection system should not be deemed to be permitted in accordance with this Rule and Rule .0113 of this Subchapter. This determination shall be made in accordance with Rule .0113(e) of this Subchapter. History Note: Authority G. S. 143-215. 1 (a); 143-215.3(a); 143-215.98; Eff. September 1, 2006. 15A NCAC 02T .0404 MULTIPLE COLLECTION SYSTEMS UNDER COMMON OWNERSHIP If a public entity owns multiple but separate collection systems (i.e., tributary to separate plants) and any one is subject to an individual permit, all collection systems shall be covered under one permit. This shall not be applicable to public utilities authorized to operate by the North Carolina Utilities Commission who own several individual systems within the state. History Note: Authority G.S. 143-215.1(a); 143-215.3(a); 143-215.98; Eff. September 1, 2006, 15A NCAC 02T .0405 IMPLEMENTATION (a) Permit applications for the initial issuance of a collection system permit shall be completed and submitted to the Division within 60 days of the collection system owner's certified mail receipt of the Division's request for application submittal. Permit renewal requests shall be submitted to the Director at least 180 days prior to expiration, unless the permit has been revoked in accordance with 15A NCAC 02T .0110. All applications must be submitted in duplicate, completed on official forms, and fully executed. (b) Collection systems subject to an individual permit shall comply with the standards in Rule .0403 of this Section until such time as their individual permit is issued. History Note: Authority G.S. 143-215.1(a); 143-215.3(a); 143-215.913; Eff. September 1, 2006. Based upon the above mentioned regulations and criteria the collection system serving the Forest Service/LBJ Job Corps Center would fall under 15A NCAC 02T .0403,10(b) and be "Deemed Permitted" by regulation, requiring the system comply with the 10 items" under that section of the regulation. The operation of the collection system should be in compliance with these and any other requirements the Town of Franklin may apply to the system. In order to comply with the above Collection System Standard, the LBJ collection system have the options of applying for an individual Collection System Permit, or becoming a Satellite System under the Town of Franklins Collection System permit and adhering to and following their requirements. LBJ-Job Corps- Technical Assistance page five With a strong, established system of ongoing maintenance and the ability of the Town of Franklins Collection System operator to inspect and address any issues under a local permit or the conditions of a "Deemed permitted" status within LBJ, the gravity sewer collection system under Forest Service authority should remain in good condition, allowing the two pump stations to operate properly. If you have questions regarding this report or other issues relating the sewer collection system, please call me at (828) 296-4500. Sincerely, Don Price, WWTP Consultant Enclosure cc: Jay Gibson, ORC-Town of Franklin Collection System Mike Decker, Franklin Town Administrator Ken Gibson, LBJ-Job Corps Center Maintenance Sam Greenwood, Macon County Manager Central Files Asheville Regional Office Files J LBJ JOB CORPS AND MILL CREEK AREA INFILTRATION AND INFLOW STUDY MACON COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA PREPARED BY: DAVID L. HONEYCUTT, E.I. REVIEWED BY: JEFFREY R. BISHOP, P.E. "'McGill A S S O C I A T -ES Engineering • Planning • Finance Post Office Box 2259 Asheville, North Carolina 28802 FEBRUARY 2005 04717 daae9,l;r: McGill Associates, P.A. was retained by Macon County to provide professional engineering services to investigate the possibility of significant inflow/infiltration (I/I) into the sewer system at the LBJ Job Corps Campus and the Mill Creek Country Club subdivision. The area of study was confined to the following areas: 1. LBJ Job Cot campus 2.. Arrowwood Glade Sewer Line serving U.S. Forest Service restroom facilities 3. Lower portion of Mill Creek Country Club sewer system The sanitary sewer system in each area was field inspected for general condition and data was collected. regarding the size, material, 'and structural condition of the pipes, inlets, and structures; invert depths; the presence of any blockages or debris; and any special conditions. Methods This study consisted of a field assessment, including visual inspection and smoke testing of all manholes in the LBJ Job Corps area that drain to the LBJ Job Corps pump station and one day of inspections and smoke . testing in the Mill Creek Country Club area. Manholes were located based on record drawings provided by McGill Associates and a dated sewer system map provided by LBJ Job Corps maintenance staff. Inspections consisted of recording the physical attributes of the manholes including: • Condition of the Manhole, Cover, Invert, and Steps • Diameter and Depth of the Manhole • Manhole Material • Height of Cover Above Ground • Type of Cover • Inflow and Outflow Pipe Diameter and Material Page 1 • Service Connection Pipe Diameter and Material • Evidence of Surcharging • Depth of Flow • General Notes A summary of the data collected for each manhole is provided in the Appendix. . The second part of the study was the performance of smoke testing through the system. This is . achieved by using a smoke blower. to discharge smoke into a manhole and blow it through the sewer system. The smoke will normally discharge from manhole lids and roof vents allowing the test limits to be determined. Smoke will also be emitted by other openings in the system. that may be sources of I/I, such as roof drains or the ground around a broken manhole or pipe. LBJ Job Corps Evaluation and Results: A total of 41 manholes were .located in the LBJ Job Corps area, 35 of which were inspected. The remaining 6 manholes were buried or could not be opened. The locations were marked on a base map and the manholes were numbered as inspected. See the attached map. A total of 6 smoke tests were performed. Smoke was blown into manholes 3, 9, 14, 19, 34, and 39. The test limits and findings are denoted in the Appendix. The field assessment of the existing sewer system indicated that a large portion of.the system is in fair to poor condition. Manholes labeled as being in poor condition include those with no inverts, inverts shaped improperly for the flow conditions and other manholes with improper pipe connections. Fair manholes include those having inverts that are working but may have some minor solids accumulation or other minor substandard conditions. Several manholes were located in the system with minor potential for infiltration or inflow. The most significant potential sources of infiltration and inflow located were at manholes 17 and 18, manholes in low areas with inadequately sealed covers, and the Arrowwood Glade line. Manholes 17 and 18 are located on a service line behind the Business. Technologies building. Both manholes are constructed identically and have similar potential for inflow. Over a foot of Page 2 solids was standing in both manholes. Concrete slabs that do not seal well are used as covers on the manholes (see picture below). They are located at the building corners and have downspouts from roof drains discharging within five (5) feet of the manholes. Manhole 17 located behind Business Technology building Several manholes throughout the system are located in low areas and have the potential for inflow in a rain event where standing water may accumulate above them. A high potential exists for the standing water to seep through improperly sealed or vented covers. Although individual manholes in this situation may not be a significant source, the cumulative effect could be considerable. The Arrowwood Glade sewer line begins at manhole 34 and connects the United States Forest Service restroom facilities to the LBJ Job Corps pump station. The manholes on this line are in overall poor condition and given the location, parallel to a creek, create a likely source of infiltration and inflow. Pipe .connections to manholes 34,. 38 and 39 are improperly connected into the manhole with poor grouting or no grouting at all. At manholes 38 and 39, smoke was observed coming from the ground around the manholes. Page 3 Mill Creek Country Club Evaluation and Results: Approximately 15 manholes were inspected in the Mill Creek area. Most of the manholes inspected were on lines along, creeks or in the older parts of the system. There was no significant sources of infiltration or inflow were found during the manhole inspections. Minor sources located during the inspections include two service lines which cross creeks at' or just below the water level and were constructed of polyvinyl chloride (PVC) pipe. Manhole 1 had some potential for infiltration through a poorly grouted sewer service connection. Three (3) smoke tests were performed in the Mill Creek area. Smoke was blown into manhole S- 4-1, manhole 2 and a manhole located below the tennis courts on the main line. There was no significant individual sources of infiltration or inflow were located during the smoke testing. A cleanout located behind the Country Club office building was missing its lid and had some potential for inflow because.it was located at ground level. Mill Creels Country Club also provided McGill Associates, P.A. with a table denoting pump run times and rainfall amounts from April 14, 2004 through June 3, 2004. A summary of the data provided is included in the Appendix. The pump run times for periods, during which rain events occurred, do not appear to be affected by the rain. The highest peak in average run time occurred on a day when only a minor rain event occurred and the data from other rain event periods does not coincide with this single data point. It is therefore concluded that the rain events did not affect the average pump run times for the periods in which they occurred and indicate that the overall system is not impacted by inflow or infiltration into the system. Mill Creek Country Club Recommendations: Based on the field assessment of the existing sewer system the following repairs are recommended to reduce infiltration and inflow into the subject sewer system. • Sewer Service connection to manhole 1 should be grouted properly to prevent inflow and extended to discharge, over the manhole invert to avoid depositing solids on the bench. • Existing PVC sewer services which cross any creels less than 3 feet below the creels bed should be replaced with ductile iron pipe to a minimum of 5' either side of the creek. Page 5 APPENDIX Page 6 LBJ JOB CORPS AREA Summary of Manhole Data ,u ?-� � ! S i _. ,. s, , ' �'E'2!}_.'t�....i .. ` ;r;. =13tt r.. .. v � ci� ,.. ' ,.. Pr �.- •'U'"' 3^"�i5 '4 �.� 1. ti�i+' � •. ,� .a .o. __ .._':.... • �Q S'I • ' �a jQ t.:.10 r�'ci ' �.'� _° . " . �`' � ^_ 1 41313 8" PVC 8" PVC New Manhole 2 4' 8" 8" DIP 8" PVC New Manhole, surcharging evident 3 4' 7" 811DIP 8" DIP New Manhole 4 3' 8" IP 8" PVC New Manhole 5 3' 4", 8", 6" VCP 8" IP jPoor non-standard manhole. Recommend replacing manhole 6 3' 10" 8" VCP 8" VCP Poor manhole, Recommend rebuild invert 7 4' 3" 6" VCP 6" IP MH in good condition with cracked frame, Recommend replacing frame. 8 MH buried at top of bank. Recommend raising MH above grade. 9 3' 4" PVC SS 6" Fair MH. Plate steel vented cover. Recommend replacing frame/cover. 10 Burried approximately 5" Recommend raising lid to ground level 11 2' 8" 2, 6" VCP 6" VCP I MH in fair condition 12 2' 10" 6" DIP 6" DIP MH fair/poor dondition. Recommend rebuild invert 13 .3' 2" . 2, 4" PVC SS 6" DIP Brick MH, Poor invert, Recommend rebuild invert 14 TT 6" VCP, 2, SS's 6" VCP Poor MH, Recommend rebuild invert 15 5' 10" 6" VCP • 6" VCP Good MH 16 Burried under parking area 17 3' 6" MH full of solids. Lid doesn't seal. Potential 111. Recommend replace with cleanout 18 2' Same situation as MH 17 Recommend replace with cleanout 19 5181, 6" IP 6" VCP Fair MH 20 3' 8" 4" VCP, 4" PVC 4" VCP Fair MH 21 3' 8" 2, 4" PVC 4" PVC Poor MH with no invert. Recommend build invert. 22 End of line, MH appears not connected. Recommend confirm not connected. 23 Buried in grass slope. Could not locate 24 1' I " . 4" SS 6" PVC Fair MH 25 Buried possible in landscaping 26 2' 6" VCP 6" VCP Poor MH with 4" FM connection not in use. Recommend plug FM, build invert. 27 2' 7" 6" VCP 6" VCP Fair MH .28 11811 6" 4" Cl Poor MH. Possible bend in line between MH 27 and MH 28 29 2' 8" 2, 4" PVC 4" PVC Fair MH with cover marked Storm Sewer 30 4' 2, 4" PVC 4" PVC Good MH with vented cover. 31 6' 5" 8" DIP 8" PVC New MH with surcharging evident 32 3' 6" VCP 6" DIP Poor MH, Recommend rebuild invert 33 3' 6" VCP 6" VCP Vented cover MH in low area. Recommend raise and replace cover 34 4' .6" VCP, 4" PVC 6" VCP Recommend raise cover above grade, grout 4" PVC from Arrowwood 35 6' 6" VCP 6" VCP lFair MH, 36 Burried in mulch below "LBJ" bushes 37 3' 2" 4" VCP SS 6" VCP Dirt in MH possible from infiltration. Recommend rebuild invert 38 3' 5" 4" IP 4" PVC Poor MH. 4" iron pipe penetration broken in. Recommend grout pipe penetration. 39 310" 4" PVC 4" IP Poor MH, Recommend grout pipe penetrations. 40 3' 6" VCP 6" VCP Fair MH. Root penetrations. Cover doesn't seal well. Recommend replace cover 41 3' 6" 1 4" PVC Poor MH. Lid not seated well. In wet low area. Recommend raise MH cover LBJ JOB CORPS AND MILL CREEK COUNTRY CLUB AREAS Smoke Testing Data 11" 1-ff-M-10mlit" NO LBJ JOB CORPS 3 PS, 8, 11 Smoke from ground around MH 5 and MH 6 2 14 Ended premature due to smoke in dental office, 3 19 13,21,24 No unusual sources found. Smoke at several stack vents, 4 9 7,30 Smoke from abandoned sewer pipes at old building site 5 34 39,31,37 Located MH 40 between MH 32, 33* 6 39 -1 34,41 Smoke from ground around MH 38 and 39 MILL CREEK COUNTRY CLUB I S-4-1-- I lNo unusual sources found. 2 2 1 - INo unusual sources found. 3 TENNIS I jCleanout located behind office building Missing cap MILL CREEK COUNTRY CLUB SEWAGE PUMP STATION DATA jjjr='., tis 4/15/2004 1 25 4.00 0 4/16/2004 1.1 25.0 4.40 0 4/19/2004 2.8. 70.0 4.00 0 4/21/2004 2 52.0 3.85 0 4/22/2004 1.3 29.0 4.48 0 4/26/2004 3.4 91.5 3.72 1 4/27/2004 0.9 23.5 3.83 0.1 4/28/2004 0.8 25.0 3.20 0 4/3 0/2004 1.2 49.0 2.45 0 5/l/2004 1.8. 26.0 6.92 0.1 5/2/2004 1 26.0 3.85 0.6 5/3/2004 , 0.8 21.5 3.72 .0 5/5/2004 1.6 48.5 3.30 0 5/7/2004 1.8 . 48.0 3.75 ' 0 5/9/2004 .2 55.0 3.64 0.8 5/10/2004 0.8 21.0 3.81 0 5/12/2004 1.4 48.0 2.92 0 5/13/2004 1 26.0 3.85 1.375 5/14/2004 ' 0.7 19.0 3.68 0 5/18/2004 3.5 98.0 3.57 0 5/21/2004 2.6 74.0 3.51 0 5/23/2004 1 48.0 2.08 0.7. 5/25/2004 2.2 44.0 5.00 0 5/28/2004 3 76.0 3.95 0 5/31/2004 3.4 72.0 4.72 2.1 6/2/2004 2 44.0 .4.55•. 0 6/3/2004 0.8 22.0 3.64 0 Rn . 14..........I K:... .. ffl MIN: I FELT ..s. e.T•R4! LBJ JOB CORPS SEWER MAP NOTE: UNCLEAR FROM FIELD LBBJJOB CORPS INFILTRATIONANFLOW STUDY INSPECTION WHERE MH 17 AND MACO N CO U N rY 18 CONNECT TO SYSTEM MACON COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA 18 17 37 BUSINESS � TECHNOLOGY " OD 13 8 36 RES�ootA 16 15 0 23 14 0 0 0 0 41 2 20 35 12 27 38 El Z o 34 39 21 W z Y 26 Dn 22 a 10 25 33 U x POOL < 3 GYM 5 3 40 4 3 30 29 8 7 6 DORMITORY 31 32 NOT TO SCALE 2. S 1 OMcGifl ASSOCIATES ENGINEERING•PLANNING-FINANCE IJHROA STRE6f ASHBVHI$ NC m (829) 252.W75 December 7, 2004 meeting, The regular meeting of the Town of Franklin Board of Aldermen was held on Tuesday, December 7, 2004 at 7:00 P.M. in the Town Hall Board Room. Mayor Joe Collins presided. Aldermen Verlin Curtis, Edwin Hall; Charles Roper, Bob Scott and Jim Williamson were present. Alderman Billy Mashburn was absent. Approval of the minutes Motion was made by Williamson, seconded by Hall to approve the minutes for the November 1, 2004, November 8, 2004 and December `2, 2004 meetings as presented. Motion carried. Vote: 5 to 0. Public hearing on proposed Neighborhood Mixed Use zoning district text Mayor Collins opened the public hearing on the proposed Neighborhood Mixed Use zoning district text at 7:02 P.M. No persons were present to speak at the hearing. Mayor Collins closed the public hearing at 7:04 P.M. Consideration of addition of new zoning district text to the town's zoning ordinance Motion was made by Curtis, seconded by Williamson to adopt Ahe Neighborhood Mixed Use zoning district text. Motion carried. Vote: 5 to 0. A copy is attached. Persons to be heard Narelle Kirkland said I am glad the speed limit is up to 45 miles per hour on Depot Street Extension and the timing has been changed on the traffic light. She said various groups are doing cleanup on the greenway. She said there are several potholes near a manhole on the walking path that needs to be repaired.. Ms. Kirkland said there are three houses near the north end of the greenway that are a public hazard. She said the tenants need to be relocated and the buildings be razed. Bobby Key said the Town has no legal responsibility for the Greenway since this is a county project. Mayor Collins said Jay Gibson can look at the problem. He said we can fix it if we are able. Mayor Collins asked Rebecca Crawford to look at the problems with the houses. Departmental reports Fire Chief Pete Haithcock gave the fire department report. A copy of the report is attached. Public Works Director Jay Gibson reported the following: (1) the Christmas lights are up, (2) the Baird Cove sewer line has been completed and a punch list has been done, (3) the Town Mountain sewer line has been completed and the punch list will be done soon and (4) the work on Panorama Drive has been started. December 7, 2004 meeting continued, Police Chief Terry Bradley gave the police department report. A copy is attached. He said the police department Christmas dinner will be on Thursday, December 9, 2004 at 6:00 P.M. at the Boiler Room. He said the Christmas parade went well. Recommendation on bid award for Macon Middle School sewer line — Joel Storrow, McGill Associates Joel Storrow said the initial low bid was from L-J, Inc. for $542,156.00. He said the original cost estimate for the project construction was $382,600.00. Mr. Storrow said we are proposing the following changes to the project: (1) relocating the pump station on the Macon County property adjacent to the parking area for the athletic fields which reduced the amount of twelve inch gravity sewer by 1,850 lineal feet, (2) reduction in the number of manholes required and (3) the elimination of paving repairs required. He said the estimated new total construction cost is $462,306.00. Mr. Storrow said the funding for the project is from the following sources: (1) North Carolina Rural Economic Development Center - $400,000.00, (2) Macon County School Board - $113,322.00, (3) Macon County - $10,000.00, (4) Owens (Sanders Property) - $10,750.00 and (5) Mark Berry - $10,750.00. He said we have provided a breakdown of the anticipated future allocation for tap fees and availability fees as a result of easement negotiations. He said the following persons would receive a waiver of tap and availability fees: (1) Wells Grove Baptist Church - $1,980.00, (2) Vanderwoude - $1,980.00, (3) Van Hook - $1,980.00 and (4) Gary Owens (Sanders property)-$21,500.00. He said also the school would be getting one free sewer tap and waiver of availability fees. Alderman Williamson said I don't like giving Gary Owens that much in free taps and availability fees. Alderman Roper said I think like Alderman Williamson does. Mayor Collins said can we condemn the property? Mr. Storrow said the Sanders easement is the longest at around 2,600 feet. He said there will be no stub out at Dowdle Mountain since this part is not eligible for funding. He said Mark Berry would then be receiving nothing for his money. He said there has been no engineering done yet. Mr. Storrow said we may need to take Mark Berry's money off the table. Alderman Curtis said I would like to award the bid and negotiate later about the easements. Motion was made by Curtis, seconded by Roper to award the revised bid to L-J, Inc. in the amount of $462,306.00. Motion carried. Vote: 5 to 0. Motion was made by Williamson, seconded by Curtis to do the engineering on providing water and sewer to the Wells Grove businesses. Motion carried. Vote: 5 to 0. Copies are attached. Petition from the Fred Cruse family — Doris Hunter No one was present to speak. December 7, 2004 meeting continued, Update on Window Wonderland — Hal Chapman Hal Chapman said this is the fourth year for Window Wonderland. He said our goal is to bring people downtown. He said I want to thank Jay Gibson and the town crew for their help. He said I also want to thank Chief Bradley for the help with traffic control. He said the weather should be good this Friday and I invite all of you to come. Second consideration of franchise extension for J&B Disposal, Inc. Motion was made by Williamson, seconded by Scott to extend the franchise agreement with J&B Disposal for an additional five years. Motion carried. Vote: 5 to 0. Persons to be heard (continued) Jim Vanderwoude said I have two projects I am working on. He said there is water at the Nantahala Bank site but to get sewer to the site from the manhole it will cost me $39,000.00. He said if the Town is planning to do a larger project to provide sewer to the new library site and to the Southwestern Community College site, I would be willing to increase my contribution to $50,000.00. He said my allocation to the Mayberry village has ended. He said I am formally requesting the same amount in water and sewer allocations. Joel Storrow said the big sewer project has been delayed and additional studies will have to be done. He said at this time until we do the larger sewer project we cannot accommodate the library or the school. Alderman Scott said what impact will Mayberry have on the environment? He said I would like to see some plans of the project. Motion was made by Curtis, seconded by Williamson to give the following allocation for one year of water (135,000 gallons per day) and sewer (110,000 gallons per day). Motion carried. Vote; 5 to 0. Recess Mayor Collins recessed the meeting at 8:07 P.M. Mayor Collins called the meeting back to order at 8:18 P.M. Update on intervention in Franklin Hydroelectric Project relicensing application Mike Decker said we have a proposed contract with Fish and Wildlife Associates, Inc. for John Boaze to do the intervention with Duke Power. A copy of the contract is attached. He said the cost is not to exceed $1,500.00. Alderman Scott said I have a problem with the expenses. He said it seems to me they could be unlimited. Bobby Key said I have talked to. him and he indicated he would be working for the Town, Macon County and Jackson County. He said the total cost would be around $9,000.00 thus our part would be $3,000.00. Alderman Scott said the problem goes way further than Lake Emory. He said I don't think Duke Power is at fault. He December 7, 2004 meeting continued, said agriculture, developers, landowners are all part of the problem. He said the contract is too open-ended. Alderman Scott said I would not sign this contract. Mayor Collins said we will have a part in helping with the solution. Alderman Williamson said Fred Alexander did not show much interest in Lake Emory. Alderman Curtis said the intervention may be contested and studies may need to be done. Motion was made by Curtis, seconded by Williamson to accept the contract with Fish and Wildlife Associates, Inc. Motion carried. Vote: 3 to 2. Voting yes: Curtis, Roper and Williamson. Voting no: Hall and Scott. Update on Wright property acquisition — Mayor Collins Mayor Collins said Joe Wright has approached us about the Whitmire property being a gift/sell. He said Mr. Wright has indicated that the value of the property is higher than what we paid for it. He said Mr. Wright is willing to cut the purchase price by $5,000.00. He said there is no down side to the Town financially. Alderman Curtis said what is the appraisal? Mayor Collins said it is $1.9 million. Alderman Scott said has our offer not been accepted already? Mayor Collins said yes. He said if we issue a letter Mr. Wright can save on his taxes. Bobby Key said we will have to show the purchase price. Motion was made by Williamson, seconded by Curtis to agree to give the authority to Mayor Collins to sign the contract. Motion carried. Vote: 5 to 0. Consideration of public meeting for input on town issues — Alderman Scott Alderman Scott said I would like to have a meeting at the meeting room at Macon Bank. He said the keynote speaker would be from Western Carolina University. He said we would have tables for different groups. Alderman Scott said I would like to have the meeting on a Sunday afternoon in February. He said the board members and the department heads would be present to answer questions. He said there will be no cost to the Town. Petition for rezoning from Derrick Wong Motion was made by Curtis, seconded by Hall to have the public hearing on the Derrick Wong rezoning petition at 7:00 P.M. on January 3, 2005. Motion carried. Vote: 5 to 0. A look back at 2004 Mike Decker said I have done a list of the board's accomplishments during the past year. A copy is attached. Additional departmental and committee reports Alderman Williamson said I will get with Alderman Roper about hand rails for the steps on Main Street. Alderman Scott said I want to commend the fire and police departments for keeping us safe. December 7, 2004 meeting continued, Alderman Scott said are the billboard companies giving us any money? He said they need to be taxed. Alderman Williamson said on the west end of the football field on Wayah Street water is eroding out our sidewalk. He said in the spring we will need to replace the sidewalk there. He said there is 45 feet of right of way on Wayah Street, 40 feet of right of way on Ulco Drive and 40 feet of right of way on Forest Avenue. He said we will need to take care of the open hole on the old Paul Ward property which is in the right of way. ,derman Curtis said Alderman Mashburn, Sam Greenwood and I have discussed about the town rew working on the LBJ and Enloe pump stations when necessary and billing any cost to the county. Bobby Key said I was in the courthouse and an employee from the planning office was transferring these pump stations to the Town on Sam Greenwood's instructions. He said I told her that the Town had not taken ownership of these pump stations. Alderman Curtis said McGill Associates needs to look at fixing the problems with the pump stations. Jay Gibson said we have done no work in the past on these pump stations. Alderman Curtis said these pump stations are still licensed to the county. Mayor Collins said we need something in writing concerning these pump stations before we begin working on them. Mike Decker said I have done a work plan for Rebecca Crawford and myself. He said please look over my work plan and talk to me about your expectations of me for the coming year. Copies are attached. Mike Decker said F. P. Bodenheimer of Zickgraf Enterprises has declined the $10,000.00 in matching grant funds from the Town. A copy of the letter is attached. Mike Decker said Wesley Grindstaff, North Carolina Department of Transportation district engineer, has written me that public utilities located within the state right-of-way have to be owned by the Town and cannot be privately owned. A copy of the letter is attached. Mr. Decker said I have not received a response to my November 2, 2004 letter concerning the 441 North sewer line. Mike Decker said the Macon Middle School water line is finished. He said Tugaloo needed sixteen additional days to finish the project. He said the work come in under the original bid by $2,368.21. Motion was made by Curtis, seconded by Scott to approve the change order in the amount of $2,268.21. Motion carried. Vote: 5 to 0. A. copy of the change order is attached. Mike Decker said I have enclosed a punch list for the Baird Cove Road sewer line project for your information. A copy is attached. Motion was made by Scott, seconded by Williamson to give the employees a Christmas bonus. Motion carried. Vote: 5 to 0. f � ' December 7, 2004 meeting continued, Janet Anderson said the Christmas dinner will be on Wednesday, December 22, 2004 at 12 noon at the Jaycee Building. Water adjustments, tax discoveries and payment of the bills Water adjustments for November, tax discoveries and payment of the bills were approved on motion made by Williamson, seconded by Scott. Motion carried. Vote: 5 to 0. Copies are attached. " !Closed session The Board went into closed session at 9:25 P.M., on motion made by Scott, seconded by Williamson to discuss property acquisition and easements. Motion carried. Vote: 5 to 0. The Board came out of closed session at 9:45 P.M., on motion made by Curtis, seconded by Scott. Motion carried. Vote: 5 to 0. Open session Motion was made by Curtis, seconded by Scott to offer Mrs. Prince $52,000.00 (appraisal value) for a piece of property on Wilkie Street for a water tank site for ten days and if there is no response for the Town's attorney (Bobby Key) to start condemnation proceedings. Motion carried. Vote: 5 to 0. Motion was made by Williamson, seconded by hall to defend against a small claims suit brought by Dan Williams with an attorney representing the Town's insurance carrier. Motion carried. Vote: 5 to 0. Adiournment Mayor Collins adjourned the meeting at 9:50 P.M. Joe Collins, Mayor Janet A. Anderson, Town Clerk 3 NORTH CAROLINA MACON COUNTY Presented for registration and recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds for Macon County, North Carolina, in Book .7 Page(s) 357 A)% this _� day of 20.� at _ //•' Sf! o'clock A.M. Th18 instrument prepared by R, S. Jones, Jr. Jones, Key, Melvin & Patton, P.A. NORTH CAROLINA MACON COUNTY WARRANTY DEED BOOK— a-.Z% PAGE(S) Lf �Sq THIS DEED, Made this the 8 h day of September, 2003, by MACON COUNTY, a body politic and political subdivision of the State of North Carolina, party ofthe first part, and THE TOWN OF FRANKLIN, a Municipal Corporation and political subdivision of the State of North Carolina, party of the second part; whether one or more; the neuter gender shall be deemed to include the masculine and feminine and the singular number the plural, and vice versa; WITNESSETH: WITNESSETH, That the said party of the first part in consideration of Ten Dollars and other valuable consideration, the receipt of which is hereby acknowledged, has bargained and sold and by these presents does bargain, sell and convey unto said party of the second part, and its successors and assigns, improvements upon and easements over those certain tracts or parcels of land in Franklin Township, Macon County, State ofNorth Carolina, being moreparticularly described as follows: First Conveyance: All right, title and interest of party of the first part in and to the existing sewer lines, pump stations, pumps, man -holes and other associated appurtenances extending from the Lyndon .B. Johnson Job -Corp Center along State Road 1310, and State Road 1442, to the point of intersection with the present sewer system of the Town of Franklin, all as has been constructed and installed pursuant to the plans and specifications thereof, prepared by McGill Associates, P. A. and is now installed within the ground. Second Conveyance; All right, title and interest of party of the first part in and to all lands, rights, privileges and easements conveyed by Charles W. Enloe, et ux, et al, to Macon County, by instrument dated October 17, 2000 and recorded in Book H-27 at page 1376-1378, Public Records of Macon County, North Carolina. Third Conveyance; All right, title and interest of party of the first part in and to all rights, privileges and easements acquired by Macon County from the North Carolina Department of Transportation pursuant to that Right of Way Encroachment Agreement dated August 14, 2000, a copy ofwhichis attached hereto, and incorporated herein by reference as if herein fully set forth. All rights, privileges, easements and lands are conveyed hereby subject to all existing agreements between Macon County and the respective property owners, as to sewer taps and sewer usage agreements with respect to said sewer system and the rights hereby granted. The Tovin of Franklin, by its acceptance hereof, does hereby specifically agree to honor said rights and agreements. 000357 TO HAVE AND TO HOLD the aforesaid interest in and easements over those certain tracts or parcels of land and all privileges and appurtenances thereunto belonging, or in anywise thereupon appertaining, unto the said party of the second part, and its successors and assigns, to its only use and behoof, in fee simple forever, subject to those exceptions, reservations, limitations and conditions and agreements with respect to the use thereof, which are of record or presently in effect. IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, the said party of the first part has caused these presents to be signed in its name by its Chairman of the Board of County Commissioners, and its corporate seal to be hereto affixed, and attested to by its County Manager, Clerk to the Board of Commissioners of Macon County, all by authority of its Board of Commissioners duly given, the day and year first above written, i v MACON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS SEPTEMBER 8, 2003 MINUTES Chairman West convened the meeting 6 p.m. All Board Members, the County Manager, County Attorney, Deputy Clerk, County Finance Director, members of the news media and interested citizens were present. Rev. John Makinson from Franklin Covenant Church gave the invocation. CDBG - PUBLIC HEARING: Chairman West immediately recessed the regular meeting and convened the second public hearing, as noticed, for comment on obtaining a 2004 CDBG scattered site rehabilitation grant. No one wished to comment, the public hearing was adjourned and the Board reconvened in regular session. MINUTES: Upon a motion by Commissioner Leatherman and seconded by Commissioner Bryson the Board unanimously voted to approve the minutes from the August 4th and 25th meetings as submitted. ADDITIONS/ADJUSTMENTS TO THE AGENDA: The Board agreed to add the following items to the agenda: Commissioner Simpson requested an item be added to personnel (agenda item 415) and that item #15 be considered after closed session, add sur�llus property as 17(a), funding request from the State of Franklin as 17(b), request fro Board of Education 17(c) and an interlocal agreement with the Town of Franklin as ite 17(d). CEL� TOWER APPLICATION - PUBLIC HEARING: Chairman West recessed the regular meeting at 6:05 p.m. to convene a public hearing on a cell tower application fro Cingular Wireless AAT Communications/Cingular Wireless. Joe Stark, Director of Planning & Development and Jonathon Yates from Cingular explained the tower would be located on the property of Gregory D. Hoover at 151 Mi Mountain Road. Mr. Stark advised approximately twenty-three adjoining property owners had been notified by mail with no responses. No one wished to speak during the hearing and the hearing was adjourned' The Board reconvened in public session. Mr. Stark explained no action was necZsary The the Commissioners wish to exercise the authority to require special cond.tions in order to make the tower more compatible with surrounding property as outl'ned in the county ordinance. No action was taken at this time. SOUTHWESTERN COMMUNITY COLLEGE (SCC): George Stanley, Gene Couch and Dwight Wiggins gave an update on SCC expansion and facilities noting that Bowers, Ellis and Watson Architectural Firm of Asheville has been selected as the architect firm to design the Macon Campus. Mr. Stanley presented three proposed designs for the campus stating that no decision has been made. Also present were local representatives on the SCC Board of Trustees. Appreciation was expressed to the county for their suppprt of SCC. No action was necessary. PUBLIIC SESSION: Narella Kirkland stated she loves Macon County, expressed concerns about recent salary increases for certain county employees and volunteered to coordinate planting trees on Highway 28 north near Lee Tallent Road to hide the junk yardlnearby. NORTHLAND CABLE FRANCHISE: Upon a motion by Commissioner Bryson and seconded by Commissioner Simpson the Board unanimously approved the second reading of the cablevision franchise with Northland Cable for service in the Highlands area (Attachment #1) AIRPORT HAZARD ORDINANCE: Airport Authority Chairman Milles Gregory and Engineer Gary Varga were present to answer questions concerning the propoed Airport Hazard Ordinance which would regulate and restrict the height of structures and objects of natural growth and otherwise regulate the use of property in the vicinity of the Macon County Airport. Mr. Varga assured the Board that, most likely, the ordinance would not restrict residential development and generally stated that one of the few things that could be a�fected by the ordinance would be cell towers. Upon a motion by Commissioner Shepherd and seconded by Commissioner Bryson the Board unanimously voted to approve the first reading of the ordinance and to schedule a public hearing for 6:05 p.m. on October 6, 2003. (A copy of the proposed ordinance is on file in the Planning Department and the County Manager's Office.) EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT: Emergency Management Director Warren Cabe requested consideration of a resolution requesting the continued allowance of volunteer fire department members to operate certain emergency services vehicles per attachment #2. Mr. Cabe explained members who drive emergency vehicles are already required to take special training. Upon a motion by Commissioner Bryson and seconded by Commissioner Leatherman the Board unanimously voted to adopt the resolution as presented changing the word "and" to "or" in the final paragraph. HOLIDAY SCHEDULE: After a brief discussion Commissioner Shepherd made a motion to adopt the State Holiday schedule as the County Holiday schedule effective January 1, 2004. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Leatherman and all favored. APPPOINTMENTS: Rest/Nursing Home Advisory Committee - Upon a motion by Commissioner Simpson and seconded by Commissioner Leatherman the Board unanimously voted to accept the recommendation to waive term limits for Gene Hawkins and Merritt Fouts on the Rest/Nursing Home Advisory Committee and reappoint them along with Karen Wiseman from the Department on Aging for three year terms to expire August 31, 2006. Transportation Advisory Committee —Action to replace Jennie Neal on the Transportation Advisory Committee was tabled to determine if she is the Nantahala representative and if so try to find a replacement from the Nantahala Community. TAX RELEASES: The County Attorney questioned tax releases 201 through 206 and recommended approval of releases 1 through 200 and 207 through 209 in the amount of $59,755.58 per the computer print-out presented. Upon motion by Commissioner Leatherman and seconded by Commissioner Shepherd the Board unanimously voted to approve releases as recommended by the Attorney. (A computer printout of releases is on file in the Tax Department and the County Manager's Office.) FINANCE: The following budget revisions were unanimously approved unless otherwise stated: revision #17, upon motion by Commissioner Bryson and seconded by Commissioner Simpson passed four to one with Commissioner Leatherman opposing, reducing the Board of Elections budget by $31,233 for personnel changes; revision #18, upon motion by Commissioner Leatherman and seconded by Commissioner Shepherd, appropriating $6,882 additional funding for surveillance contracts in the Sheriff's Department; revision #19, upon motion by Commissioner Simpson and seconded by Commissioner Leatherman, appropriating $39,000 FEMA funding for disaster planning contract; revision #20, upon motion by Commissioner Leatherman and seconded by Commissioner Simpson, appropriating $16,200 Medicaid cost settlement funds for the Health Department; revision #21, upon motion by Commissioner Shepherd and seconded by Commissioner Simpson, appropriating $4,448 prior year Smart Start funds in the Health Department; revision #22, upon motion by Commissioner Simpson and seconded by Commissioner Shepherd, appropriating Tobacco Wellness Grant receipts from prior year and adjusting FY 2004 funding; revision #23, upon motion by Commissioner Bryson and seconded by Commissioner Leatherman, appropriating $1,953 BCCCP funds in the Health Department; revision #24, upon motion by Commissioner Leatherman and seconded by Commissioner Simpson, appropriating $692 prior year receipts from car seat rentals and adjusting current year budget in the Health Department; revision #25, upon motion by Commissioner Shepherd and seconded by Commissioner Simpson, appropriating $5,000 funding from the NC Trails Grant; revision #26, upon motion by Commissioner Bryson and seconded by Commissioner Simpson, appropriating ROAP funds of $773; revision #27, upon motion by Commissioner Shepherd and seconded by Commissioner Leatherman, appropriating $168,615 DSS TANF funding; revision #28, upon motion by Commissioner Simpson and seconded by Commissioner Leatherman, appropriating $700,OOOfor Macon County Schools, revision #29, upon motion by Commissioner Shepherd and seconded by Commissioner Bryson, appropriating drug forfeitures and reimbursement funds for August, 2003 of $34,988; revision #30, upon motion by Commissioner Leatherman and seconded by Commissioner Shepherd, appropriating $10 restitution check from Clay County CSC; revision #31, upon motion by Commissioner Bryson and seconded by Commissioner Simpson, appropriating $60,193 in E-911 to complete the Carolina Resource Mapping contract; revision #32, upon motion by Commissioner Bryson and seconded by Commissioner Leatherman, appropriating $17,000 Medicaid cost settlement funds in the Health Department; revision #33, upon motion by Commissioner Shepherd and seconded by Commissioner Simpson, appropriating $437 interest earnings in School Package A; revision #34, upon motion by Commissioner Leatherman and seconded by Commissioner Simpson, appropriating $411 in the LBJ Water/Sewer project for utilities; revision #35, upon motion by Commissioner Shepherd and seconded by Commissioner Leatherman, appropriating interest earnings and contingency for expenditures in the 441-South Water/Sewer capital project; revision #36, upon motion by Commissioner Simpson and seconded by Commissioner Shepherd, appropriating $146 interest earnings in School Package B; and revision #37, upon motion by Commissioner Bryson and seconded by Commissioner Simpson appropriating $129,800 addition for engineering services in the Cartoogechaye Sewer capital project. (Note: revisions with corresponding numbers are attached.) SURPLUS PROPERTY: Upon a motion by Commissioner Simpson and seconded by Commissioner Leatherman vehicles on the attached list were declared surplus and authorized to be sold at public auction on September 20th. (Attachment #3) STATE OF FRANKLIN FUNDING: A request from the State of Franklin Health Council allocation of at least $6,000 to help fund 47 senior aid positions was discussed. It was noted in previous years the Community Funding Pool had approved funding but did not recommend any funding for FY 2003/04. Commissioner Bryson stated this was an important project for senior citizens and made a motion to fund the $6,000 from Contingency. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Simpson and all favored. SCHOOL FUNDING: Upon a motion by Commissioner Bryson and seconded by Commissioner Leatherman the Board unanimously voted to accept the recommendation from School Superintendent Rodney Shotwell and Board of Education member Donnie Edwards to amend the contract with Larry Rogers Construction by $5,500 for additional work on the Highlands School project as outlined in the attached letter from Dr. Shotwell. (Attachment #4) CLOSED SESSION: The County Attorney advised the Board needed to go into closed session to discuss two matters of potential litigation, one contractual matter concerning the sale of real and personal property and personnel matters. Commissioner Bryson made a motion to go into closed session to discuss recommended matters. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Leatherman and all favored. During closed session the above referenced items were discussed with no action being taken. Upon motion by Commissioner Simpson and seconded by Commissioner Shepherd the Board unanimously voted to return to regular session: PERSONNEL: Merit - In accordance with policy, the County Manager presented for approval a list of merit increases for individuals reporting directly to him and for informational purposes a list of other employees recommended by department heads for merit explaining merit is one -percent (1%) of the annual salary and is a one time payment. Upon a motion by Commissioner Simpson and seconded by Commissioner Shepherd the Board unanimously voted to approve the merit recommendations for individuals reporting directly to the County Manager per attachment #6. Register of Deeds, Sheriff and Veterans Service - Recommendations for salary adjustments for the Register of Deeds, Sheriff and Veterans Service Officer were presented for discussion. Deeds - Commissioner Shepherd made a motion to increase the Register of Deeds salary to $42,000 per year. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Leatherman and passed four to one with Commissioner Simpson opposing. Sheriff - Commissioner Leatherman made a motion to increase the Sheriff's salary to $51,150 annually. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Bryson and passed four to one with Commissioner Simpson opposing. Veterans Service - Commissioner Leatherman made a motion to approve a two grade increase at five percent (5%) per grade for the Veterans Service Officer setting the grade as 27 at a salary of $27,736.50. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Shepherd and passed four to one with Commissioner Simpson opposing. Salary Increases - Commissioner Simpson stated he had requested this item be added to the agenda and although the recent salary increases were discussed at the August 25th meeting, he still questioned the magnitude, how and why these raises were given. He stated he felt if the Board let the raises stand they would undermine the trust of the people and therefore made a motion that the Board rescind non -departmental raises, those not included in the budget, and turn them over to the Human Resource Officer, let him research job descriptions and compensation for those position and come back to the Board with a recommendation. Commissioner Leatherman seconded the motion for sake of discussion stating he agreed with some of Commissioner Simpson's concerns but felt the Board, through actions and conversation, have passed along their displeasure with the situation and have amended the policy to insure this doesn't happen in the future. After further discussion, Chairman West called for the vote and the motion failed one to four with Chairman West, Commissioners Bryson, Leatherman and Shepherd opposing. ADJOURNEMNT: Upon a motion by Commissioner Bryson and seconded by Commissioner Simpson the Board unanimously voted to adjourn. Sam K. Greenwood, County Manager Mark B. West Ex Officio Clerk to the Board Board Chairman Minutes 09/08/03 Page #1 NORTH CAROLINA MACON COUNTY THIS INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT, made and entered into this the day of �igr�s , 2003, by acid between MACON COUNTY, a body politic and political subdivision of the State of North Carolina, hereinafter referred to as "County" and the TOWN OF FRANKLIN, a body politic and political subdivision of the State of North Carolina, hereinafter referred to as "Town"; WITNESSETH That Whereas, the parties hereto have previously entered into agreements whereby water and/or sewer extension projects have been undertaken so as to provide accessibility to the Town of Franklin public water and sewer systems to designated portions of the County, both inside and outside the Town limits; and Whereas, water and sewer lines have previously been extended from the Town of Franklin City Limits, southerly along U.S. Highway 441 South to the State of North Carolina Welcome Center and beyond; and Whereas, both water and sewer lines have been extended from along U. S. Highway 64 West (old U.S. 64) to Mill Creek Country Club; and Whereas, both water and sewer lines have been extended from U.S. Highway 23/441 to service the Macon County South Macon School and from old U.S. 64 along Wayah Road to service the L. B. J. Job Corp property; and Whereas, the parties hereto have agreed that it will be. in the best interest of both parties for the replacement and/or extension of a public wastewater collection line from Main Street 1 extending along the Little Tennessee River and thence along Cartoogechaye Creels to the Macon County Industrial Park, in that such replacement and extension will retire the existing lift stations located at the Indian Mound, Belden Factory site and the Industrial Park, and will reduce wastewater flow into the treatment plant by eliminating infiltration/inflow in older gravity lines along the Tennessee River, and will allow back -wash waste from the Town's water plant to be conveyed to the Wastewater Treatment Plant by gravity, and will provide better access to existing users and new access to additional users in the areas to be serviced; and Whereas, it appears that the Town's Wastewater Treatment Facilities have sufficient capacity to meet the Town's existing wastewater treatment demand, plus the additional wastewater from the proposed extensions contemplated herein; and Whereas, the parties have heretofore agreed upon the contributions by each of them which will be required to be made in conjunction with the funding of this project; and Whereas, the parties desire to confirm their prior agreements and to pursue the replacement and extension of sewer lines and services as hereinabove set forth; and Whereas, Article 20 of Chapter 160 of North Carolina General Statutes "Interlocal Cooperation", Part 1, G.S. 160A-460, et sec, expressly authorizes units of local government to enter into contracts or agreements with each other, in order to implement cooperative agreements between them and to define the obligations and benefits accruing to each of the parties; Now therefore, for and in consideration of the premises and the respective obligations of each party to the other and the mutual benefits, covenants and promises contained herein, the receipt and sufficiency of which is hereby aclmowledged, the parties hereto do hereby agree as follows: 2 1. Obligations of the County A. To obtain easements from all property owners necessary to accomplish new construction easements; and in connection therewith to maintain records of such easements including a record of all tap allocations and other special considerations made to each respective property owner in connection therewith; providing copies thereof to Town, as and when the same are available. Easements replacing or relocating prior easements will be obtained in the name of Town; others in name of County. B. To enter into financing agreements and obtain grants and/or loans as necessary to finance the wastewater collection lines and all necessary man -holes required to complete the project. C. To plan, advertise and enter into construction contracts for the implementation and completion of the project. D. To enforce all construction contracts and when changes to the plans and specifications shall become necessary to participate with Town in making construction decisions E. To designate the County Manager as the representative of the County to make decisions relating to the project. F. To enforce the Contractor Warranty with respect to all work during the minimum of one year warranty period after acceptance of the project. G. To turn over to Town all responsibility for the maintenance, repair and operation of the wastewater collection facilities immediately upon the system being placed into use; provided 3 1 however, County shall continue to be responsible for Contractor's Warranty work during the minimum of one year warranty period as required by Paragraph "P. H. To transfer all easements, wastewater collection lines and all necessarypumps and other accessories to the Town of Frarildin immediately upon full payment of all County debt in connection with the project. I. To immediately upon placing the wastewater collection extensions into service, allow Town full and complete use thereof, in connection with any of Town's connector or feeder lines within the Town limits or otherwise. J. To transfer, assign, or otherwise deliver to Town the right to receive all operating revenue and all tap revenue received or to be received after the system is put into operation. It is understood and agreed that County may authorize taps and waivers of availability fees up to a maximum of $154,000.00 in fees in connection with the acquisition of utility easements along the entire project route, which fees the Town will waive. K. To arrange for all wastewater connections contemplated hereby and to insure that these connections are installed and maintained in accordance with the requirements and specifications established by Town. L. To cooperate and negotiate through its authorized agent, the County Manager, with the Town in good faith so as to refine and complete any of the agreements made herein. M. County shall insure compliance with all of the terms and conditions of grant agreements and/or loan agreements which it may obtain as a part of the financing of this project. 2. Obligations of the Town A. To accept wastewater and provide wastewater treatment service for the wastewater 4 collection lines herein called for, in accordance with all applicable rules and regulations of the State of North Carolina, or the Federal Government. B. To provide and pay to the County a principal amount not exceeding $471,000 toward the total cost of constructing said wastewaterImprovements. This amount to be paid to the County represents thirty-one and four tenths percent (31.4%) of the total cost of the project, which percentage may be applied to the County's annual debt service to derive the Town's share of the County's annual payment of principal and interest due on the state revolving loan which the County procured to finance the subject wastewater project. Said prorated annual payments of debt services by the Town are established in schedule A, which is attached to this agreement. These annual payments shall be made to the County no later than April 1 of each calendar year so that the County shall receive said payments at least 30 days prior to malting its own debt service payment. However, at any time during the term of the County's debt, the Town shall have the opportunity to pay the entire outstanding principal balance of its debt to the County, plus any accrued interest due, at the date of such payment. This calculation of outstanding principal plus interest shall be made by the County and approved by the Town prior to said payment being remitted to the County C. To assume sole responsibility for maintenance, repair and replacement of the wastewater collection line and pumps. and other accessories immediately upon the system being placed into use; but subj ect however to County's obligation to enforce the Contractor's Warranty for all defects covered thereby, for a period of at least one year after acceptance and being placed into use. D. To designate and authorize the Town of Franklin Water and Sewer Committee as the representative of the Town to cooperate and negotiate with the County in good faith so as to refine and complete any of the agreements made herein. E. To accept ownership of all easements and wastewater treatment lines and facilities upon payment in full of County debt in connection with the project. F. To waive availability and tap fees to be utilized in conjunction with the project as a portion of easement acquisition costs, up to a maximum of $154,000.00 in fees. 3. Other Terms and Conditions Applicable to the Project A. The new and replacement wastewater collection lines, pumps and other accessories necessary to complete the project shall be constructed in accordance with plans and specifications provided by McGill Associates, P.A. which shall be approved in writing by the Town prior to the commencement of the construction of the proposed wastewater collection line extensions. B. Town shall have the right to have the lines and any other accessories to the project inspected in its behalf and no lines shall be covered until approved by the inspector designated by the Town. All Town inspections shall be performed in an orderly and expedited manner so as not to delay the project or any portion thereof, C. Except for the funds hereby agreed to be provided by the Town, (including the costs for waiver of availability and tap fees) County shall be solely responsible for all costs and expenses in any way connected with the construction, repair, maintenance and replacement of said wastewater collection lines, until the same are accepted by the Town as hereinabove provided. D. The County will neither connect to or allow to be connected to the lines extended pursuant to this agreement, any users other than those expressly contemplated hereby, without first securing the written agreement of the Town to do so. rel E. All industrial users of wastewater treatment services contemplated herein shall be subject to and must comply with the Town's Ordinances concerning pre-treatment as said Ordinance shall be from time to time amended. F. The County shall contact Town and secure its approval prior to the installation of any taps contemplated by this agreement including the methods, materials and location thereof. G. The Town shall pay for its share of the project cost as annual payments to the County, which payments shall be established as prorated portions of the County annual debt service payments for the financing of the subject wastewater project. Said prorated payments of debt service by the Town shall be based on the percent of the Town's share of the project cost, which is established at $471,000.00 by this agreement. The County's total project cost is also herein established at $1,500,000.00, making the Town's percentage of the County's total annual debt service 31.4%. 4. Other General Provisions A. The parties acknowledge that no joint agency is established hereby nor shall be established by virtue of actions taken pursuant to this agreement. The Town will provide all personnel necessary to comply with its agreements as herein set forth and County will provide all personnel necessary to comply with its agreements herein set forth. B. The method of financing the project hereby contemplated shall be, the sole prerogative and obligation ofthe County, provided however, the Town will pay its obligated portion in the amount and manner as herein set forth. C. This Contract and Agreement may be amended or terminated only by the mutual agreement of the parties, evidenced by a written document, duly approved by the governing Boards 7 of each party, D. This Agreement shall become effective as of the date hereof and will continue until terminated as hereinabove set forth. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have caused these presents to be executed in their official names, first having the approval of their respective governing Boards, this the day of Ags003. Ma n 'e to the Board (OFFICIAL SEAL) Attest: own Clerk (OFFICIAL SEAL) 8 Board of Commissioners Vt9101/2003 13:02 FAX 2529333 McGILL ASSOCS. [a002 • .L' P1REUMINARY SCHEDULE A TOWN OF FRANKLJK, NORTH CAROLINA Amount: $ 1,500,000.00 20 WEARS Term: Interest Rate: 2.509/4 Est. Date of Comps 9130105 Factor 0.314 i.'iseal Ontstsadiag intcsest Nov,1 Interest May 1 Intere6i )Principal Tote] Aunnsl FramiZfia Pa vnt yQ Balance' Rnte Pu eati Paysaent Psyment Payment 2005-06 1,500,000 0 2.5/0 18,750.00 17,812-50 75,000.00 75,000.00 93,750.00 110,625.00 $ $ 29,437.50 34,736.25 2006-07 1,425,000 2.5410 2.5% 17,812.50 16,875,00 i6,875.00 76,000.00 106,87500 00 1S 34-147-50 2007.08 2008-09 1;360,000 1,275.000 2.5% 15.937.50 15,937.50 75,000.00 106. 105,000.00 4 3,658.75 32,970.00 2009.10 1.200,000 2.5% 2.5% 15,000.00 14.062-50 • 15,000.00 14,052.50 75,000.00 75,000.00 103,125.00 ''$ 32,381-25 2010-11 2011-X2 1,125,000 1,050,000 2.5% 13,125.00 13,125.00 75,000.00 101,250.00 '$ 99,375.00 S 31,792-50 31,203.75 2012-13 976,000 2.6%4 12.187,50 12.187.50 11,250.00 75,000.00 76,000.00 97,500.00 $ 30,615.00 2013.14 900,000 21579 2.5% 11,250.00 10,312.50 10,312.50 75,000.00 96,625.00 , $ 30,0260,25 2014.16 826,000 2.50/0 9,375.00 9,375.00 75,000.00 93,750.00 $ 29.437.50 2015.16 750,000 2.5% 8,437.50 8,431.60 75,000.00 91,875.00 $ 28,848.75 20�6-17 675.000 600,000 2.5% 7,500.00 7,500.00 75,000.00 90,000.00 is 28,260.00 2017-1$ 2018.19 526,000 2.5% 6.562.50 6,582.50 75,000.00 88,125.00 ' S 86,250.00 $ 27,671.25 27,082.50 2019-20 4501000 2.5% •5.625.00 6,625.00 4,681.50 • 75,000.00 75,000.00 84,375.00. $ 26,493.75 2020.21 375,000 2.5% 2.5% 4,687.50 3,750.00 3,750.00 75,000.00 82,500.00 $ 25,905.00 2021-22 2022-28 300,000 225,000 2.5% 2,812.50 2,812.50 75,000.04 80,750.00 $ 24,727 50 2023.24 150,000 2.5% 1,875.00 1,875.00 937,50 75,000.00 75,000.00 78, 76,875.00 $ 24,138.75 2024-295 75,000 2.5% 937.50 178,126 196,875 1,500,000 1,875,000 $ 586,750-00 TOTALS J `- q_ 3-aoo� Version 3.0 07/05/05 Town of Franklin Water and Sewer Service Extension Policy -- I. Purpose The objective of the Water and Sewer Service Extension Policy is to set forth guidelines for the extension of water and sanitary sewer facilities. Such extensions are intended to facilitate planned growth and development and to provide essential water and sanitary sewer services to unserved areas. II. Jurisdictional Considerations Public water services in this area are provided by the Town of Franklin, although Macon County maintains ownership of lines through Patton Valley and along Addington Bridge Road, plus a water tank near Addington Bridge. The extension of water service facilities may consist of the construction of the following: • Water transmission lines and large water mains • Water storage tanks • Water treatment plants • Water pumping stations • Related equipment Municipal sewer services in this area are also provided by the Town of Franklin, and the town owns and maintains all components of the sewer system, with the exception of the line serving the Lyndon B. Johnson Civilian Conservation Center facility on Wayah Road and the line serving the South Macon Elementary School on Addington Bridge Road. Service may be extended beyond the town limits only if the provisions of Section III-2 of this policy are satisfied. The extension of sewer service facilities may consist of the construction of the following: • Collector sewers • Interceptor sewers • Sanitary sewer force mains • Sewer treatment plants 1 • Sewer pumping stations • Other appurtenances necessary to provide sewer service 1. Definitions a. Annexation. The process whereby land is incorporated into and under -the jurisdiction of the municipal government. b. Building sewer. The building sewer (sewer lateral) is the pipe which connects a building or house to the collector sewer or sewer main. It is usually four (4) inches in diameter. The building sewer is owned and maintained by the property owner from his/her residence or building to the public right-of-way (street or sewer). c. Collector sewer. The collector sewer is the pipe which receives wastewater from one or more building sewers. The minimum diameter of new collector sewers is eight (8) inches. Collector sewers generally discharge into sewer mains, but may discharge into interceptor sewers. d. Eligible refund. That portion of the project cost qualified for reimbursement to the petitioner according to the stipulations in this policy. e. Extension. Any water main or sewer line segment required to connect a water or sewer service(s) to a large water main or collection sewer or sewer lateral. f. Interceptor sewer. The interceptor sewer is the pipe which receives wastewater from the sewer mains and collectors and conveys it to the wastewater treatment plant or to another interceptor sewer. g. Oversized mains. A main extension that, because of future demands or other reasons, is larger than required for servicing the immediate adjacent property. Oversized mains are those greater than eight (8) inches in diameter. Commercial or industrial developments will be considered on a case -by -case basis, based upon demand and availability of service. h. Pumping station. A pumping station (lift station) is the sewer appurtenance which pumps wastewater from a sewer line of lower elevation to a sewer line of higher elevation. i. Sewer collection main. A sanitary sewer main with the primary purpose of collecting flow from the customer service line and transporting it to an outfall line. j . Sewer line. May refer to a collector, main or interceptor sewer. W k. Sewer outfall main. A sanitary sewer main with the primary purpose of receiving flow from the collection mains and transporting it to an interceptor main or pump station for the transmission to a treatment facility. 1. Sewer tap. The connection of a building sewer or service line to a sewer line. m. Tap/availability fee. -An established fee for connection to an existing water distribution or sewer collection system. The purpose of the fee is to defray, in part, the cost of extending water and/or sewer infrastructure and the related cost of maintaining and expanding treatment capacity to accommodate the demand for service. n. Water distribution main. A water main, six (6) to eight (8) inches in diameter, with the primary purpose of supplying water to customers. o. Water line. May refer to a water line which transmits water to users and connects to the individual water meters. p. Water transmission main. A water main with a diameter greater than eight (8) inches, with the primary purpose of transporting water from a point of origin to a point of need. q. Water tap. The connection of a water service to a water main or water line. III. General Polic It shall be the policy of the Town of Franklin to extend, or to allow others to extend, the water and sewer systems according to the terms and conditions of this policy. Extension of water and sewer infrastructure and service may be accomplished at the town's initiative or, with the town's consent, by allowing others to extend such facilities and services. When other parties are involved in such extensions, the town will be guided by this policy. 1 Extension Within Municipal Limits It is the policy of the Town of Franklin to provide water and sewer service availability to all in -town water users to the extent funding is available. New customers requesting sewer service must also have water service when it is available from the town. Customers who are already receiving sewer service but do not have water service may be required by the town to have sewer flow meters and vaults in order to measure usage. 3 2. Extension of Water and. Sewer Service Beyond Municipal Limits No water or sewer shall be provided to any property outside the municipal limits of the town and no subdivision plat shall be recorded for any property outside the municipal limits for which water and sewer will be provided except upon compliance with one of the following provisions: a. If the property is contiguous to the municipal limits of the town or if it is not contiguous but meets the requirements of satellite annexation (G.S. 160A-58 through G.S. 160A-58.6), prior to receiving sewer or recording a subdivision plat, the property owners shall irrevocably petition for annexation of said property into the municipal limits of the town. Subsequent action shall be at the discretion of the town board of aldermen. b. If the property is not contiguous to the municipal limits of the town and satellite annexation cannot be accomplished, or it is not approved by the town board of aldermen, the property owners shall enter into a binding written agreement with the town for. the annexation thereof at such future date as said property shall be contiguous to the municipal limits of the town or meets the requirements of a satellite annexation, and is approved by the town board of aldermen. Any property petitioning for annexation will be considered "outside" and therefore will pay a fee based on that status. Any property meeting the requirements set forth in section (a) or (b) above shall be granted the prevailing "inside" water and sewer rate on or after the effective date of that parcel's annexation. Exceptions to these stipulations are as follows: a. Property more than three (3) miles from any municipal limit of the town or from any boundaries which are deemed for any purpose to be the municipal limits of the town is not eligible for "inside" rates. b. Property within another municipality or covered by an annexation agreement with another municipality is not eligible for "inside" rates. 3. Options for Accomplishing Water and Sewer Service Extensions The town recognizes certain options by which to accomplish extensions of water and sewer services. The determination as to which option described below is most appropriate shall be at the sole discretion of the town. M a. Any petitioner having need. for the extension of water and/or sewer service shall petition the town for such extension(s). The town board of aldermen, in response to a request for an extension of service, may elect to address such requests in one of the following ways: 1. Require the petitioner to install the extension to meet all town requirements, at his/her expense, and dedicate the improvements to the town for operation and maintenance. 2. Deny the requested utility extension. 3. Require the installation of a master meter at the end of town services. The water system must meet all town regulations, but the town will not take ownership or responsibility of the water and sewer system. Water and sewer systems must be operated in accordance with North Carolina General Statutes. b. Any municipality or public water system owner having need of interconnection to the town's system or to other public water or sewer systems shall petition the town for such interconnection. Such extensions of infrastructure shall be accomplished without cost to the town. c. The Town of Franklin Board of Aldermen may authorize the extension of water or sanitary sewer facilities on its own volition without receipt of a petition from developers or abutting property owners. The town may collect tap/availability fees from those who connect to the system. The board may, at its own discretion, make improvements to the town's water or sewer systems in order to remedy inadequacies in the existing system, to address public health issues, or to extend service as it deems appropriate. d. The town will not allow the extension of sewer service where water service is not also extended or available. 4. Petitioner Financed Extensions. a. The full cost of facilities required within private developments, including all connections, taps, fire hydrants, loops necessary for fire protection and services to all lots within the property, shall be borne by the petitioner. Petitioners requesting service shall also pay the appropriate fees as set forth in this policy. See 5 Attachment A for a tap fee schedule and Attachment B for an availability fee schedule. b. Petitioners will be required to pay the cost of extensions from existing town facilities, except in instances where the town determines that such extensions, in part or in total, are the responsibility of the town. C. Installation of water and sewer extensions shall be accomplished by the petitioner with a requirement that all projects will have to be completed by a licensed North Carolina General Contractor that is acceptable to and approved by the town, unless special approval is obtained from the town. d. If a proposed extension will connect to an existing line which, in the opinion of the town, requires rehabilitation or replacement with larger diameter pipe to provide adequate capacity, the petitioner may be responsible for all or part of the rehabilitation or replacement costs, as determined by the town. e. The town may elect to increase the size of certain lines or facilities that are constructed by the petitioner. If the town chooses to require mains that are larger than those necessary to serve the project and are so located to serve other properties, the town may reimburse the petitioner for any additional costs incurred as a result of installing such oversized mains. In such instances, the town may elect to contribute to the difference in the cost of the larger line(s) or facilities. f. Prior to construction, the petitioner shall present evidence of having obtained state approval of the project plans and construction documents. 5. Joint Financing of Water and Sewer Extensions a. Availability of funds. Approval of any extension(s) involving financial participation by the town shall always be based on the service provider's determination that funds are available for such extension(s). b. Priority economic development projects. The town may elect to provide timely water and sewer service for significant economic development projects which would generate substantial new manufacturing or commercial employment and new tax base. W c. Endangerment of public health. The town may determine that significant public health risks can be eliminated or avoided by its participation. d. Planned utility improvements. The town may determine that certain investments are strategic to the development of its water and sewer program and therefore justify its financial participation. e. General rule of participation. must not exceed the petitioner's provider shall solely determine participation for each project. 6. Water and Sewer Fees The town's capital investment investment, and the service the appropriate level of its a. Tap/availability fees may be collected from those users who connect to the system. The fees shall be calculated to re -coup an appropriate proportion of the cost of the town's capital investment in its water and sewer infrastructure. These fees recover part of the costs of connecting services, including the installation of water meters and sewer cleanouts. b. Water and sewer user fees will be assessed to users on a monthly basis, to compensate the town for developing, owning, operating and maintaining the systems, in accordance with an adopted schedule of water and sewer user rates. A rate fee schedule is available upon request from the town office. Each occupant or property owner must make application for service and pay fees as applicable. Each of the above fees shall be adjusted periodically by the town to reflect the current cost of providing water and sewer services. IV. General Requirements 1. Request for commitment of service availability a. Any applicant desiring new or increased water or sewer service may request a commitment from the town as to the availability of service at a designated location. The request should be made at the town and a commitment letter or form will be issued from that office. 7 b. When a commitment is issued, it will be valid for one year after the date of issuance and is not transferable. 2. Application for extension a. All petitioners desiring to construct water or sewer improvements and to connect to the water and/or sewer system of the Town of Franklin for operation and maintenance by the town shall make application in writing to the town regardless of the service being requested. b. The application shall specify: 1. The name, address and telephone number of the petitioner(s) . 2. The location of the property (including parcel identification numbers) and geographic alignment for which the connection is desired. 3. The total number of residential units, commercial establishments or industrial facilities to be served with a description of each. 4. The size of the water and sewer services and facilities proposed. 5. The schedule by which the petitioner plans to construct and/or install the extension(s); and evidence that all necessary permits, easements, rights -of -way, encroachments or other approvals necessary have been or will be obtained by the petitioner, at no expense to the town. 6. The estimated cost of proposed improvements. 7. The estimated water usage in gallons per day and peak gallons per hour. 8. The number and location of new jobs to be created, if commercial, industrial or institutional development is to be served, by the proposed improvements. 9. The tax value of the property to be developed or benefited in connection with the facilities extension(s) as of the date the initial request is made. : The application shall be accompanied by a plat and plans showing the proposed extensions in relation to all properties to be passed or served, as well as a non-refundable application fee of $50. 3. Requirements, conditions and provisions to be met upon receipt of application a. The petitioner shall employ, at his expense, a competent engineer, registered in the State of North Carolina, to prepare plans for the proposed water or sewer extensions or improvements. The applicant is responsible for obtaining a copy of the Record or As - Built Drawing Submittal Check List and providing it to their engineer for completion. The town shall make available any master specifications which may be available and/or necessary to prepare the construction documents. The petitioner shall also employ, at his expense but selected and/or approved by the town, an inspector to oversee the installation of the proposed water or sewer extensions or improvements. As the town requires its consulting ,engineer to review plans for such improvements on its behalf, the cost of those reviews shall be borne by the petitioner. b. Four (4) sets of completed plans and specifications shall be submitted to the town for review and approval prior to submittal to other agencies. The plans shall be prepared by a registered professional engineer, with the engineer's seal affixed thereto, and shall meet the utility requirements of the town, the North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources (NCDENR), NCDENR Public Water Supply Section and NCDENR Division of Water Quality. c. The engineer shall provide as -built plans and location maps for all lines, valves, hydrants, manholes, pump stations, easements, service locations and any other facilities. d. Approval of plans and specifications by the town does not release the petitioner from obtaining any and all approvals and permits necessary for the construction of said water or sewer facilities. e. Upon town approval, the petitioner shall submit related construction documents to the appropriate State agencies for their approval, with such approval being granted prior to construction. f. Upon approval of the project by the town, it shall issue a commitment form or letter. The petitioner shall have one (1) year from the issuance of this permit to complete the project. Should the project not be completed within this time period, the petitioner 9 may request a permit extension. This request must be made in writing not less than ten (10) days prior to the date of expiration of the permit. Requests for extensions may be granted if the project is deemed to be substantially progressing toward completion. g. The petitioner shall agree to indemnify and hold harmless the town from any and all loss, cost, damages, expense and liability (including attorney's fees) caused by accident or occurrence causing bodily injury or property damage arising from the installation of such utilities by the petitioner or the petitioner's contractor(s). 4. Construction requirements a. The contractor will be required to obtain a copy of the Construction Specifications that are an attachment to this policy. It should be obtained from the town office at 188 West Main Street in Franklin. Graphs, drawings and diagrams will be submitted as required in that attachment. b. All water and sewer extensions shall be designed and constructed in conformance with the State of North Carolina's and the town's requirements and be approved by the town's consulting engineer, who must verify that adequate water pressure or hydraulic conditions exist or can be attained and that the projected extension would not unduly tax the town's available water supply and/or the sewage treatment capacity before any facilities may be extended. c. The minimum distance for any extension of a water main or sanitary sewer line shall be determined by the town. In general, the minimum distance shall be across the entire length or width of all properties being developed in order to provide access to adjoining parcels of land, wherever feasible. d. The minimum size water line shall be eight (8) inches, except as specified by the town. e. The minimum size sewer line shall be eight (8) inches, except as specified by the town. f. When the town determines that utility lines larger in size than the required minimums established are necessary to serve only the property of the petitioner, the petitioner shall install such larger lines as his/her expense. 10 g. No tie-ins to the existing systems shall be made until all permits have been secured by the applicant. All provisions of the developer checklist must be satisfied. See Attachment C for the checklist. h. The petitioner shall secure the services of a professional engineer, licensed in North Carolina, to design the system in accordance with town specifications and North Carolina regulations. The town shall inspect the water and sewer facilities and appurtenances during and after construction to ensure conformity with approved design drawings. The facilities must be built in accordance with approved plans and specifications before they may be placed in service. If any part of the system fails inspection, no further building permits will be issued until corrections are made. i. Mains and lines shall be located within dedicated public rights -of - way, or easements must be provided. When required, the petitioner and/or present and future property owners shall grant to the town such utility easements as they may require. The permanent rights -of -way or easement shall be twenty (20) feet in all cases the town deems necessary, and all combined temporary construction and permanent easements shall be at least thirty (30) feet in width. Within these boundaries the service provider shall have the right to operate, maintain, inspect, repair and replace such facilities. j . Meters, expansion wheels, washers and locks meeting town specifications and of appropriate size for desired application shall be furnished to the town at the expense of the petitioner prior to final inspection of the project. k. All gravity sewer lines shall be subject to a low-pressure air test to determine the presence of damaged pipe or faulty installation. The test shall be conducted in accordance with the Town of Franklin's Minimum Gravity Sewer Design Criteria. A copy of these specifications can be obtained from the town. 1. Maintenance and location of services within a private development shall be the responsibility of the petitioner until all town requirements are met and the deed is duly recorded. The town shall make every effort reasonably possible by use of record drawings, inspection documents and locating devices to aid in the location of services. m. Upon completion of the final inspection of the project, the petitioner shall provide technical literature for any equipment to the town. Operation and maintenance manuals will be required for 11 any and all mechanical devices required for the operation of the system. Further, all warranties and guarantees, for such equipment shall be transferred or assigned to the town. n. All facility extensions installed under the provisions of this document shall become the sole property of the town and under its jurisdiction and control for any and all purposes, at the time such facilities are connected to the town system or as agreed upon prior to approval. 5. Post -construction requirements a. Upon completion of construction, the project engineer shall submit to the town certification that the project was completed in accordance with approved plans and specifications. See Attachment D for the Contractor's Certificate of Completion and Warranty. b. The petitioner shall warranty the accepted facilities to be free of defects in materials and workmanship and to be properly functioning in all respects for a period of one (1) calendar year from the date of acceptance by the town. The date of acceptance shall be the date upon which the town records the deed transferring ownership to the town. c. During the year of warranty, the petitioner shall correct or have corrected any defects that may develop in material, equipment or workmanship. In the event that the petitioner neglects to correct defects, the town shall have the right to declare all or any of the rights of the petitioner under the contract forfeited, and to remove and/or disconnect any connections that might have been made to the water and/or sewer system, or the town may elect to make the necessary repairs and institute a lien on the petitioner's property, both real and personal. d. As -built drawings shall be provided to the town prior to conveyance of the improvements to the town by the petitioner, in the form of computer files and reproducible drawings. e. Upon completion of the construction and connection thereof to the town's water and/or sewer systems, the water lines or sewer lines and any fire hydrants, valves, manholes, sewer lift stations, force mains or other facilities or equipment required in connection therewith shall thereupon and thereafter be the entire and sole 12 property of the town and under the sole and exclusive control of the town. This policy was unanimously approved by the Town of Franklin Board of Aldermen on September 3, 2002, and may be revised and amended from time to time as needed. Attest: Town Clerk Mayor Town of Franklin 13 STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF MACON THIS INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT, made and entered into this the I ?JV-N day of November, 1998, by and between MACON COUNTY, a body politic and political subdivision of the State of North Carolina, hereinafter referred to as "County" and the TOWN OF FRANKLIN, a body politic and political subdivision of the State of North Carolina, hereinafter referred to as "Town"; WITNESSETH: That whereas, the parties hereto have previously entered into agreements whereby water and/or sewer extension projects have been undertaken so as to provide accessibility to the Town of Franklin public water and sewer systems to designated portions of the County, both inside and outside the Town limits; and Whereas, water and sewer lines have previously been extended from the Town of Franklin 1 City Limits, southerly along U.S. Highway 441 South to the State of North Carolina Welcome Center and beyond; and Whereas, both water and sewer lines have been extended from along U.S. Highway 64 West (old U.S. 64) to Mill Creek Country Club; and Whereas, the parties have agreed that it will be in the best interest of the parties hereto that a public wastewater collection line be extended from the present system near the Welcome Center property, in a westerly direction along or near Skeenah Creek to old U.S. Highway 23/441 and thence to the properties recently acquired by Macon County from Coin and from Boatwright and other properties in the general area owned by the County or acquired by the County within one year; and Whereas, the parties hereto have further agreed that the provision of a public wastewater collection line from the present system along old U.S. 64, continuing along the right of way of the said old U.S. 64 and thence along Wayah Road, to the L. B. Johnson Job Corp property will provide assistance 1 to the L.B. Johnson Job Corp Center which is owned and operated by the United States of America and will provide protection and safeguard the public water system of the Town of Franklin which is downstream from the L. B. Johnson Job Corp Center; and Whereas, it appears that the Town's wastewater treatment plant has sufficient capacity to meet its existing wastewater treatment demand plus the additional wastewater from the proposed extensions as contemplated herein; and Whereas, the Town of Franklin's existing water plant and distribution facilities have sufficient capacity to meet the existing potable water demands of its citizens and previous extensions of the system plus the additional demand for potable water resulting from the proposed extensions as contemplated herein; and Whereas, the parties have heretofore agreed upon expenditures which will be required to be made by each of them in connection with the L. B. Johnson Job Corp project; and Whereas, the parties desire to confirm their prior commitments and to pursue the extension of water and sewer as hereinabove set forth; and Whereas, Article 20 of Chapter 160A of North Carolina General Statutes "Interlocal Cooperation", Part I, G.S. 160A-460, et sec., expressly authorizes units of local government to enter into contracts or agreements with each other, in order to implement cooperative agreements between them and to define the obligations and benefits accruing to each of the parties; Now therefore, for and in consideration of the premises and the respective obligations of each party to the other and the mutual benefits, covenants and promises contained herein, the parties hereto do hereby agree as follows: 1. Obligations of the County: a) To finance and construct the new wastewater collection line and all necessary pumps and other accessories along old U.S. Highway 64, West to its intersection with Wayah Road, and thence 2 along Wayah Road to the L. B. Johnson Job Corp Center. b) To finance and construct a new wastewater collection line and all necessary pumps and other accessories from the existing line of the Town of Franklin, near the North Carolina Welcome Center and running thence in a westerly direction along or near Skeenah Creek, to old U.S. Highway 23/441 and to the Coin and Boatwright property and other properties in the general area owned by the County or acquired by the County within one year. c) To finance and construct a new potable water supply line and all necessary pumps and other accessories from the present water supply line near the State of North Carolina Welcome Center, at U.S. 441 South, so as to extend the same in a westerly direction along or near Skeenah Creek, to old U.S. Highway 23/441 and thence to the Coin Property and the Boatwright Property recently acquired by Macon a County and other properties in the general area owned by the County or acquired by the County within one year. d) To pay the Town of Franklin at its then prevailing outside of Town rate such sums as shall be required based upon the usage of water and wastewater treatment service by all users contemplated hereby along the extension. e) To maintain, repair and replace the wastewater collection lines and the pumps and other accessories and the water supply lines and the pumps and other accessories as herein called for. f) To arrange for all wastewater connections and for all potable water connections contemplated hereby , and insure that these connections are installed and maintained in accordance with the requirements and specifications established by the Town. g) To cooperate and negotiate with the Town in good faith so as to refine and complete any of the agreements herein made. h) To provide and install meters during the construction of such extension lines at such locations as selected by the Town and to provide and install meters at the locations of each user 3 -� contemplated hereby. 2. Obligations of the Town: a) To accept wastewater and provide wastewater treatment service for the wastewater collection lines herein called for, in accordance with all applicable rules and regulations of the State and Federal governments as follows and no further: gallons per day. i) From the L.B. Johnson Job Corp Center in a volume not to exceed 24,000 ii) From the Macon County School project to be located on either the Coin property or the Boatwright property above -referenced or other properties in the general area of the same owned by the County or acquired by the County within one year in a volume not to exceed 9,000 gallons per day. iii) From the Macon County Industrial site project to be located on either the Coin property or the Boatwright property above -referenced or other properties in the general area of the same owned by the County or acquired by the County within one year in a volume not to exceed 11,500 gallons per day. b) To provide a supply of potable water to the following and no further: i) to the Macon County School project to be located on either the Coin property or the Boatwright property above -referenced or other properties in the general area of the same owned by the County or acquired by the County within one year in a volume not to exceed 9,000 gallons per day. ii) To the Macon County Industrial site project to be located on either the Coin property or the Boatwright property above -referenced or other properties in the general area of the same owned by the County or acquired by the County within one year in a volume not to exceed 11,500 gallons per day. c) To provide those funds which Town has previously agreed to provide in connection with `l 4 the financing of the L. B. Johnson Job Corp Center extension. d) To cooperate and negotiate with the County in good faith so as to refine and complete any of the agreements herein made. 3. Terms and Conditions Applicable to the Project: a) The new wastewater collection lines and necessary pumps and other accessories shall be constructed according to plans and specifications including but not limited to the type and quality of materials used, which are approved in writing by the Town prior to the commencement of the construction of said proposed wastewater collection line extensions. b) The new water distribution lines and necessary pumps and other accessories shall be constructed according to plans and specifications including but not limited to, the type and qualify of materials used which have been approved in writing by the Town prior to the commencement of the construction of said proposed water distribution lines. c) Town shall have the right to have said lines inspected in its behalf and no lines shall be covered over until approved by the inspector designated by the Town. All Town .inspections shall be performed in an orderly and expedited manner so as not to delay the projects, or any of them. d) Except for the funds previously committed by the Town for the financing of the L.B. Johnson Job Corp Center sewer line extension as referenced herein, County shall be solely responsible for all costs and expenses for and in any way connection with the construction, repair, maintenance and replacement of said wastewater collection lines and/or said potable water supply lines together with any pumps or other accessories. e) The County will collect all wastewater connection fees and water connection fees from new customers to be connected to the lines extended pursuant to this agreement and shall remit to the Town tap fees in the amount of the then prevailing outside of Town rates set by the Town for the same; and will pay to Town the then prevailing outside of Town rate for all potable water supplied by and/or all 5 wastewater treated by the Town pursuant to the terms hereof. f) The County will neither connect to or allow to be connected to the lines extended pursuant to this agreement any users other than those expressly contemplated hereby without first securing a written agreement with the Town concerning the same. g) The County acknowledges that the Town is currently treating with chemicals the sewer line which runs from along U.S. Highway 64 West (old U.S. 64) to Mill Creek Country Club to alleviate a odor problem associated with the same. The County agrees to pay Town the incremental cost increase, if any, of treating said sewer line for odor that results from the increased sewage flow which results from this agreement. In addition, the County agrees to pay Town the incremental cost, if any, of chemically treating the sewer line which runs to the North Carolina Welcome Center south of the Town and the extension thereof contemplated by this agreement if increased odor results from the increased sewage flow which results from this agreement. h) All industrial users of water and/or waster water treatment services contemplated / herein shall be subject to and must comply with the Town's Ordinance concerning pretreatment, as from time to time amended. i) The County shall first contact the Town and secure its approval of the methods, materials and location for installing the taps contemplated by this agreement. 4. General Provisions: a) The parties acknowledge that no joint agency is established hereby nor shall be established by virtue of actions taken pursuant to this agreement. That the Town will provide all personnel necessary to comply with its agreement herein set forth, and County will provide all personnel necessary to comply with its agreements herein set forth. b) The method of financing the projects hereby contemplated shall be the sole prerogative and obligation of the County, provided, however, the Town will pay its obligated portion of the match for 0 the L. B. Johnson Job Corp project. i c) This Contract and Agreement may be amended or terminated only by the mutual agreement of the parties, evidenced by a written document, duly approved by the governing Boards of its party. d) This Agreement shall become effective as of the date hereof and will continue until terminated as hereinabove provided. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have caused these presents to be executed in their official names, with approval of their respective governing Boards, this the I Qf k day of November, 1998. Attest: MACON COUNTY ' Cha' man, Board of Commissioners Manager, Clerk to the Board IAL SEAL) TOWN F ANKLIN y: Eiji• Mayor Attest: wn Clerk (Official Seal) 1 7 TO:988283492185 FEB-24-2004 08:20 FROM: P:2/9 V Fm!!t�ry' Form CS-SSO Sewer Overflow Reporting Form IZQ �,;S PART I This form shall be submitted to the appropriate DWQ Regional Office within five days of the first knowledge of the sanifary sewer overflow (SSO). Permit Number : tAjJ-ICJ o yvr l pfNIgCS# if active, otherwise use treatment plant NCMIQ#t) Facility:.. L�.r esrErZ-�✓. . c. • Owner: rq Crs rl v, Region: City,, i(Lp /KLI �i County; M'�G°� Sanitary' anita Sewer �1'ump Station Source of SSO (check applicable):ry SPECIFIC location of the SSO (be consistent in description from past reports or documentation - Le, Pump Station 6, Manhole at Westall & Bragg Street, otc,) :. ' S S ,/PIA "�I 0' 5?A1-ldd S'i N `,, / Lai➢tude (dGgreeslm➢note/se 3<� � , �I longitude(dogrees/minut®!second)- �3 30 VV [' alrNJW1`b Incident Started Dt 9- - T➢m®' (mm•dd-yyyy) Lj hhhh:mm AM/PM Estimated volume of the SSO: Ur- V-.tjaW tJ gallons incident End Dt: Tlmo --�' �-� (mm-dd-yyyy) hh:mm AMIPM Estimated Duration (Round to nearest hour) Describe how the volume was determined: Weather conditions during SSO event: ��' z �� ' y n,GAS-r Did SSO reach surface waters? Yes ❑ No ❑ Unknown volume reaching surface waters (gallons): y�lGn/ay✓i✓ Surface water name; CA n�o Did the SSO result in a fish kill? ❑ Yes 2I No ❑ Unknown if Yes, what is the estimated number of fish kiiled7� SPECIFIC cause(s) of the SSO: ❑ Severe Natural Condition ❑ inflow and Infiltration ❑ Vandalism Immediate 24-hour verbal notification reported to: E2 pWQ ❑ Emergency Mgmt. ❑ Grease 0VP oots Pump Station Equipment Failure ewer outage r s ther (Please explain in Part 11) /Zola ErL• 91> Aw"35 Date (mm-dd-yyyy): Z-ul -v y Time (hh:mm AMIPM):. tel: �o Am If an SSO is ongoing, please notify Regional Office on a dally basis until SSO can be stopped. Per G.S.143-215,1C(b), the responsible party of a discharge of 1,000 gallons or more of untreated wastewater to surface waters shall issue a ross release within 48-hours of first knowledge to all print and electronic news media providing goneral coverage in the county w are t o ischarge occurred. When 15,000 gallons or morQ of untreated wastewater enters surface waters, a public notice shall be published within 10 days and proof of publication shall be provided to the Division within 30 days, Refer to the referonced statute for further detail. Tho Director Divislon of Weter Quality, may take enforcement action for SSOs that are required to be reported to Division unless it Is demonstrate I. -hat;. 1) the discharge was caused by severe natural conditions and there were no feasible alternatives to the discharge; or 2) the discharge.was exceptional, unintentional, temporary and caused by factors beyond the reasonable control of tho Permittee andlor ownar, and the discharge could not have been prevented by the exercise of reasonable control. Part II must be completed to provide a Justification claim for either of the above situations. This information will be the basis for the determination of any enforcement action. Therefore, It Is Important to be as complete as possible. -WHETHER OR NOT PART II IS COMPLETED, A SIGNATURE IS REQUIRED AT THE END, OF THIS FORM. FEB-24-2004 08:21 FROM: TO:9882e3492185 P:3/9 Form CS-SSO Collection System Sanitary Sewer Overflow Reporting Form PART I I ANSWER THE FOLLOWING QUESTIONS FOR EACH RELATED CAUSE CHECKED IN PART I OF THIS FORM AND INCLUDE THE APPROPRIATE DOCUMENTATION AS REQUIRED OR DESIRED COMPLETE ONLY THOSE SECTIONS PERTAINING TO THE CAUSE OF THE SSO AS CHECKED IN PART I In the check boxes below, NA = Not Applicable and NE = Not Evaluated A HARDCOPY OF THIS FORM SHOULD BE SUBMITTED TO THE APPROPRIATE DWQ REGIONAL OFFICE UNLESS IT HAS BEEN SUBMITTED ELECTRONICALLY THROUGH THE ONLINE REPORTING SYSTEM Severe Natural Condition hurricane, tomado etc. Describe the "severe natural condition" In detail. How much advance warning did you have and what actions wer© taken In preparation for the event? Comments:' actions, past oyemow reports, eaucauundl iliukul �l al►u u��w�iuuuv�� �H��-, etc. should be available upon re nest. When was the last time this specific line (or wet well) was claaned? Do you have an enforceable greaso ordinance that requires new or retrofit of grease trapstiinterceptom? E]Yes[I No ❑NAC3NE Have there been recent inspections and/or enforcement actions taken on nearby restaurants or other ❑Yasl No 0NA 0NE nonresidential grease contributors? Explain. Have there bacn other SSOs or blockages in this ares'that were also caused by grease? ❑Y.E] No 0NA ❑Np When? If yes, describe them: Have cleaning and inspections ever boon Increased at this location? ❑YesO No ❑Nn ❑N'F- Explain. .� FEB-24-2004 08:21 FROM: Have educational, materials about grease been dlstributod In the past? When? and to whom? ' TO:988283492185 P:4/9 ❑Yer0 No❑NADNF Explain? if the SSO occurred at a pump station, when was the wet well and pumps last checked for grease accumulation? ❑YesONo❑NA❑NE Wero the floats clean? comments: Roots. ❑YeJ--J No NA NE Do you have an active root control program? pescribe � ❑Yes❑No❑NAElNE= Have cleaning and Inspections ever been Increasod at this location because of roots? Explain: What corrective actions have been accomplished at the SSO location (and surrounding system It assoclated with the SSO)7 What corrective actions are planned at the SSO location to reduce root intrusion? ❑Yea❑ No❑NA❑NE Has the line been .smoke. tosted or vldooed within the past year? If `(es, when? comments: ; Inflow and Infiltration i Are you under an SOC (Special Order by Consent) or do you have a schedule in any permit that: ; ❑Ye" No ❑ NA NE addresses III? FEB-24-2004 08:21 FROM: TO:988283492185 P:5/9 Explain'if Yes: What corrective actions have been taken to reduce or eliminate I & I related overflows at this spill location within the last year?. Has there been any flow studies to dotermine 1/1 problems in the collection system at the SSO location? ❑Yes❑ No ONA ONE If Yes, when was the study completed and what actions did it recommend? Has the line been smoke tested or videoed within the past year? ❑Yes❑ No ❑ NA ❑NC If Yes, when and indicate what actions are necessary and the status of such actions, Are there 1/1 related projects In your Capital Improvement Plan? OYesO No QNA ❑NE If Yes, explain: Have there been any grant or loan applications for 1/1 reduction projects? ❑YoJl No ❑NA ONE If Yes, explain. - Do you suspect any major sources of inflow or cross connections with storm sewers? OYeE13 No ❑NA ONE If Yes, oxpiain: Have all linos contacting surface waters in the SSO location and upstream boon inspected recontly? DYZ No El NA ONE If Yes, explain: What other corrective actions are planned to prevent future VI related SSOs at this location? Comments: Pump Station Equipment Failure (Documentation of testinn, records etc., shoul he provided upon request.) What kind of notification/alarm systems are present? Auto-dialer/telometry (one-way communication) Yes CS-SSO Form October 9.2003 FEB-24-2004 08:21 FROM: Audible Visual SCAOA (two-way communication) Emergency Contact Signage Other TO:988283492185 PYes LJYes ❑ Yes ENDS ❑Yes P:6/9 To-��✓,o�ErL i�✓O nioT GALS- ONT fd A'NNaa�E, /vrRi,:al3Eh 5 Describe the equipmont that failed? Tf/ E Rvo vwTpZ-6 rJ�Fo -86"w wsi j.✓TiaE �7,n��- ✓'/1�g�gc� A �vwC power failure, What kind of situations triggor an alarm oondltion at this station (i.e, pump failure, p water. etc.)? L �A�` �% 1 aN wn r w wax �a ��a ✓L G- E a ?jA07P SEA ❑Ye6 NaaNAON� 'Were notification/alarm systems operable? 1,i4.-kT �,vp5 If no, explain: If a pump Felled, when' was the last malntenanee and/or inspection performed? • i E I+ L'r p ro r � µ�1GNJwT•► 5 EV t� y✓G- 6t� S ? LEpST ; What specifically was cheokedlmaintained? ' GaE�KE If a valve flailed, when was it last axerclsed? Wero all pumps set to alternate? Did any pump show abovo normal run times prior to and during the SSo oven%? Or Were adequate spare parts on hand to fix the equipment (switch, fuse, valve, seal, etc.)? Was a spare or portable pump immediately available? ; IlaYo NoONAElNE ❑YesO No0NA11NG LYJYesQ No13NAaNp ❑Yes8No ❑ NA NE If a float problem, when were the floats last tested? Flow? If an auto-dlalor or SCADA, when was the system last tested? How?�� ✓, s Gu✓ • G7V a wN ' �AT� i � � � �Yt - AS i✓ • / J►�lCYtiv/-1 L NELK • S' �1 STC�M COmmCnl'6:. f%a E Wti�,ot ✓�io ivE L .. •, ;, •. jQE.S vG1%�1% •' Utz trips �✓En,F �o�+N9 � �,,r: �?wEy ti.Er1.E ,z�s Er .sou yn �/� ' �'� . • ' '/ti/6 �Gyy�HE%L:. �ILT✓a� TPIGE'7�•� v1•aiTI.L•: R/�� ✓7�4vI �Z-Z'�` �) ..�� _ r FEB-24-2004 08:22 FROM: TO:988283492185 P:7/9 Power outage (Documentation of testing, records, eh, should be provided of alternative power source upon request.) What Is your alternate power or pumping source? N! i'w Tv YL' Did it function properly? ❑Yo No ❑NA ❑NE Describe? A fu•SE APD gi0j Kerfl►avt-6 61 urK�/�w� i�i�tiry `�!J/�T i)IS oacc-6 Gc-n.¢►LA-ra►� C-rn oV, �%S IS 5EGK'►�-E1� 13�1 FG/vGG Aa0 CtcT6 1 When was the alternate powor or pumping source Inst tested under load? _lA,N+CuowrJ rvpS S6rAP 7a Ak'd&W-nC.AaH'1 cyGL(- 21-66 Per-'W66-K- If caused by a weather event, how much advance warning did you' havo and whet actions were taken to prepare for the ovent? Comments: Ass'4P"I6' P11—@rn. I)kt*-A C4wS e6 ►viAe Fµ"174- of .2,011d ,P„01,6n- /34SE,b or -I ►�A�T EuP.� qe.s� M�'"� iaA✓Ezra.4PPI-,b A4VI'105 Vandalism Provide police report number. Was the site secured? If Yos, how? ❑YZ No ❑ NA ❑ NE Have there been previous problems with vandalism at the SSO location? ❑YosO No ❑NA ❑NE If Yes, explain: What security measures have been put In place to prevent similar occurrences in the future? ❑Yas13No ❑ NA ❑ NE Comments: Debris in line (Rocks, sticks, rags and other Items not allowed in the What type of debris has been found In the line? How could It have gotten there? Are manholes in the area secure and Intact? YesL1 No ❑NA NF 1 CS-SSO Form October 9, 2003 - FEB-24-2004 08:22 FROM: TO:988283492185 P:8/9 When was tho area last checked/cleaned? ONE cleaning and Inspectlons ever been Increased at this location due to previous problems with debris? UYes� NO NA Have g Explain: Are a ropriate educational materials being developed and distributed to prevent future similar Dyas� NoEINACINE occun•ences? Comments: uu�-,= Describe: Were adequate equipment and n3sources -available to fix the problem? If Yes, explain: and a olice ra ort $hould be avallablo u on taken to lessen the impact of the If the problem could not be Immediately repalred, what actions were SSO? Comments: For DWQ Use Onl DWQ Requested an Additional Written Report: If Yes, What Additional Information is Needed: Comments: No ❑ AN ❑Yes014o ❑ NA Q NE D�nca 7 FEB-24-2004 08:22 FROM: TO:988283492185 P:9/9 0 As a representative for the responsible party, I certify that the Information contained in this report is true and accurate to tho best of my knowledge. ; Porson• submitting claim: ' Date: SignE Telephone Number: Title: Any additional Informatlon desired to be submitted should be sent to the appropriate Division Regional Office within We days of first knowledge of the SSO with reference to the Incident number (the incident number is only generated when electronic entry of this form Is completed, if used). CS-SSO Form October 9, 2003 FEB-24-2004 08:20 FROM: Ij u TO:988283492185 P:2/9 . �� w�ar�9Q. • � • rii'�IEV�II.� �EQf01VAl ®fftCE i . • G• Form GS-SSO s ' ry'• Collection System Sanitary Sewer Overflow Reporting Form PART This form shall be submitted to the appropriate DWQ Regional Office within five days of the first knowledge of the sanitary sewer overflow (SSO). Vj0(Cx�rz1-7.30 Parmlt Number: jAr wtibed , (WQCS# if active, otherwise use treatment plant NC/WQ#f) _..1---, Facility i�u�0 .ST,47ioi✓ Incident # Owner. , !`/1 �C,a rratir✓�'`1 Region: / /ESrEi��✓ . C.• - City: • r112411 N r� c i nl - - County: Source of SSO (check applicable) : ❑ Sanitary Sewer Pump Station SPECIFIC location of the 550 (be cunsistent in description from past reports or documentation - Le, Pump Station R, Manhole at Westall & Bragg Street, otc.) : VJ LQ? purh� STAT��� / Latitude (degrees/minute/second): 3S� ~ l ongitude(dogress/minute/second): k i �a a� incident End �4 Time, Incident Startod Dt: �' �' Timer (mm-dd-yyyy) i hh:mm AM/PM (mm-dd-yyyy) hh:mm AM/PM Estimated volume of the SSO: v�n,�r, rdµ�®� gallons Estimated Duration (Round to nearest hour):`--� Describe how the volume was determined: �✓ar f�E�Ci2ia� �,vG-•p Weather conditions during SSO event:. o/En oA s i c. NY R� i ni Did SSO reach surface waters? ❑ Yes Iallo ❑ Unknown Volume reaching surface waters (gallons): Surface water name: Did the SSO result In a fish kill? ❑ Yes RNo ❑ Unknown IF Yes, what is the estimated number of fish killed?• SPECIFIC cause(s) of the SSO: ❑ Severe Natural Condition ❑ Inflow and Infiltration ❑ Vandalism ❑-�/Greaso 4� )dump Station Equipment Failure ❑ Debrls In lino ❑ Roots Power outage Other (Please explain in Part 11) ,IIm-m, edlete 24-hour verbal notification reported to: &:qa ede- - G a wa n�pS � pWQ ❑ Emergency Mgmt. pate (mm-dd-yyyy): 2-7,"- a Time (hh:mm AWPM): %7�6 A$ — If an SSO Is ongoing, please notify Regional Office on a daily basis until SSO can be stopped. Per G.S. 143-215,1C(b), the responsible party of a discharge of 1,000 gallons or more of untreated wastewater to surface waters shall Issue a rocs release within 48-hours of first knowledge to all print and electronic news media providing goneraI coverage in the county w ere t o ischarge occurred. When 15,000 gallons or more of untreated wastewater enters surface waters, a public notice shall be published within 10 days and proof of publication shall be provided to the Division within 30 days, Refer to the referonced statute for further detail, Tlic Director, Division of Water Quality, may take enforcement action for SSOs that ara required to be reported to Division unless it Is demonstrate that,,. 1) the discharge was caused by severe natural conditions and there were no feasible altematives to the discharge; or 2) tho dlscharge.was exceptional, unintentional, temporary and caused by factors beyond the reasonable control of tho Permittes and/or ownor; and the discharge could 'not'have been prevented by tho exercise of reasonable control, Part II must be completed to provide a Justification claim for either of the above situations. This information will be the basis for the'determination of any enforcement action. Thererore, It Is Important to bo as completo as possible. WHETHER OR NOT PART 11 IS COMPLETED, A SIGNATURE IS REQUIRED AT THE END OF THiS FORM, FEB-24-2004 08:21 FROM: TO:988283492185 P:3/9 aF Form CS-SSO Collection System Sanitary Sewer Overflow Reporting Form PART I I ANSWER THE FOLLOWING QUESTIONS FOR EACH RELATED CAUSE CHECKED IN PART I OF THIS FORM AND INCLUDE THE APPROPRIATE DOCUMENTATION AS REQUIRED OR DESIRED COMPLETE ONLY THOSE SECTIONS_ PERTAINING TO THE CAUSE OF THE SSO AS CHECKED IN PART I In the check boxes below, NA = Not Applicable and NE = Not Evaluated A HARDCOPY OF THIS FORM SHOULD BE SUBMITTED TO THE APPROPRIATE DWQ REGIONAL OFFICE UNLESS IT HAS BEEN SUBMITTED ELECTRONICALLY THROUGH THE ONLINE REPORTING SYSTEM Severe Natural Condition (hurricane, tomado, etc.) Describe the "severe natural condition" In detail. How much advance warning did you have and what actions wer© taken in preparation for tho event? Comments:' Grease (Documentation such as cleaning, inspections, enforcement actions past overflow reports, educational material and distribution date, etc. should be available upon request.) When was the last time this specific line (or wet well) was cleaned? Do you have an enforceable greaso ordinance that requires new or retrofit of grease trapsAnterceptors? ❑Yes❑ No ❑NA LINE Have there boon recent inspections and/or enroreement actions taken on nearby restaurants or other Dyes(- No DNA ONe nonresidential grease contributors? Explain. Have there been other SSOs or blockages in this area'that were also caused by grease? ❑Mesa No ❑NA ❑ NE When? If yes, describe them: Have cleaning and inspections ever boon increased at this location? ❑YesD No El NA ❑NP- Explain. :f FEB-24-2004 08:21 FROM: TO:988283492185 P:4/9 ❑YesO NoDNAQ,NE Have educational materials about grease been distributod In the past? When? . and to whom? ' Explain? If the SSO occurred at a pump station, when was the wet well and pumps last checked for grease accumulation? ❑Yes[] NoONAONE Were the floats cloan7 Comments; Roots ❑Yew No NA 0 NE Do you have an active root control program? Describe ❑YesLJNoQNAONE Have cleaning and inspections ever been Increased at this location beceuse of roots? Explain: What corrective actions have been accomplished at the SSO location (and surrounding system if associated with the SSO)7 What corrective actions arc planned at the SSo location to reduce root intrusion? ❑ Yell No ❑ NA NE Has the line been'smoke, tasted or vidooed within the past year.? If Yes, when? Comments: Inflow and Infiltration Order b Consent) or do you have a schedule in any permit that : �Yec� No 0 NA ❑NE i Are you under an SOC (Special y addresses I/I? FEB-24-2004 08:21 FROM: TO:988283492185 P:5/9 Cxplain If Yes: What corrective actions have been taken to reduce or eliminate I & I related overflows at this spill location within the last year?. Has there been any (low studies to dotormine 1/1 problems In the collection system at the SSO location? ❑Yes❑ No ❑NA ❑NE If Yes, when was the study completed and what actions did it recommond? Has the line been smoke tested or videced within the past yoar? ❑Yes❑ No ❑ NA ❑NC If Yes, when and indicate what actions are necessary and the status of such actions, Are there 1/1 related projects In your Capital Improvement Plan? ❑Yes❑ No ❑NA ONE If Yes, explain: Have there been any grant or loan applications for III reduction projects? ❑YssO No ❑NA FINE If Yes, explain: Do you suspect any major sources of inflow or cross connections with storm sewers? ❑Yes❑ No ❑NA ❑NE If Yes, explain: Have all linos contacting surface waters in the SSO location and upstream boon Inspected recontly? ❑Yes❑ No ❑NA❑NE If Yes, explain: What other corrective actions are planned to prevent future VI related SSOs at this location? Comments: Pump Station Equipment Failure Documentation of testing, records etc., shoul be provided upon request,) What kind of notification/alarm systems are present? Auto-dialerltelometry (one-way communication) I►iJYes � CS-SSO Form October 9.2003 - FEB-24-2004 08:21 FROM: Audible Visual SCADA (two-way communicatlon) Emergency Contact Signage Other TO:988283492185 dYeS ® Yes ❑Yea 11Yos ❑Yes P:6/9 Describe the equipment that failed? ; What kind of situations trigger an alarm condltion at Ihls station (i.e. pump failure, powerfallure, high water, etc.)? jMlt PdwGYI, v�,�rpl.E /i1GN v✓ptEh— (,EVE` v�r�P �G-pL 0Ye62 NoQNAONE Were hotificatlon/alarm systems operable? a o u r o+,y� �q Gera +131/j e, & J & H -r w arv/4w� N Lo s-r If no, explain: If a pump felled, when•was the last malntenance and/or inspection performed? • l ExPGt �qTE G1NK/✓awn/ SC E ` yvE�KS 7' 1.E�S What specifically was checked/maintained? �� P �,� f✓►'iE �� �roS Ex�n•GrSE A�-/�r�-""S GN�GKE� , If a valve failed, when was it last exercised? No0NAONE Wero all pumps set to alternate? YeSQ No0NA❑NG Did any pump show above normal run times prior to and during the SSO event? (mot �X awry ❑ ❑Yeslr► NoDNAaNE Were adequate spare parts on hand to fix the equipment (switch, fuse, valve, seal, etc.)? ❑Yeses NoQNAONE Was a spare or portable pump immediately avallable? If a float problom, when were the floats last tested? How? If an auto -dialer or SCADA, when was the system last tested? How? I vPE" 74'�' Aug � sKsrGK-• T A ' ril !�n/dw TNb G_rw� L ✓JNtt� Comments:', Tia�rT ?W �LI h/6x� or��y 14 "PJ�� A 6 � ' . �j//.V:'�7�5 TYL�'P�6� AitA9r% i'OH /✓� NGYS+ES •d z .2l� v�L pN�• Ta .. 4?✓JyHPE� vvcT 43b1•S&P�L iyL. GK favlNl� SE✓F L ! e�p y� L� .evG ^rY4A-r fPuvYrP_% W FFB-24-2004 08:22 FROM: TO:988283492185 P:7/9 should be What Is your alternate power or pumping source? Did it function properly? ❑Yas❑ No ❑NA ❑Nt: Describo? When was the alternate power or pumping source last tested under load? If caused by a weather ovent, how much advance warning did you havo and what actions were taken to prepare for the event? Commonts: Van-- d Provide police report number. Was the site secured? If Yos, how? ❑YwO No ❑ NA ❑ NE Have there been previous problems with vandalism at the SSO location? ❑Yasl No El NA ❑NEI If Yes, explain: What security measures have been put in place to prevent similar occurrences in the future? ❑YosO No ❑NA ONE Comments: Debris in line Rocks sticks rags and other items not allowed in the collection system_ Ptc.1 What typo of debris has been found In the line? 9-0 GIGS l-b ' G/LA vt-L / A/ Pm &ip. ,STarivi✓ How could it have gotten there? TiNEXZ 6,VAs /LEex-A-r fin, STYLee { /Jr 7-/4e L-8 lOA'P-ro ANEw'�a�Rrvlr+�Ps Con.sR-l�.c,TF� /JrY® T��,p �wrd •s��i�.C�. s�ST6K-.. .' • , Are manholes in the area secure and intact? ell No []Nn NF 1 .'ar/e-�p�r,�o�E Npo �3EEN P✓Lo�v oPdn� fC454� ,g y po,vro�3r,F 'a F,cE Ti�Aic�rz CS-SSO Form October 9, 2003 _ tt8-24-tC�b4 08:22 FRaM: TO:988283492185 P:8/9 When was tho area last chocked/cleaned? (o.- IZ. Iw�•.��'taS ONE • location duo to previous problems with debris? OYeJ1 No �NA Have cleaning and Inspectlons ever been Increased at this Explain: boing developed and distributed to prevent futuro similar Are appropriate educational materials ❑Ye [INANE occurrences? Comments: Other Pictures and a olice report should be avallable upon re uest. Describe: n Yes -I NoQNAONE Were adequate equipment and resources avallable to U the problem? /Zoc.K i De"S'& S ,,y,OYE PaA'r-C 05'9 f � A'Cta11 gt'1 ?owl OF 1�O.Al�iK..t-MN VA LTd�= pg"ae"gL. LEL 1 F000 G E� 1-& cJ Z o�' oNC a� NGI M ® r� ICEEP I.EdE1.5 AO,N @j • I'' 'A P 1-4-VV aN 2�•1 6b aura. Gd L pb�,r�PS fi✓ILe. THE GuvN/�s w1et, SE �zE,gut�T 1!% p�53int,Ej a..� Z-Z[�-�((Z� NEw If Yes, ezplalnt vn- rbbYH alr4.• A22%VE Ar✓D ON If tho problem could not be immediately repaired, whai actions were taken to lessen the impact of the SSO? SEE A BoA :1 Comments: For OWQ Use Only: ❑YAsO NoONAONE DWQ Requested an Additional Written Report. If Yes, What Additional Information Is Needed: Comments: o�nw 7 t-td-d't-eU1J9 loin: C=- t-KUITI: I U: 7titi�ti 5'+y�'lti5 h': y�y As a representative for the responsible party, I certify that the Information contained in this report Is true and accurate to tho best of my knowledge. ; ('arson submitting claim: ` Date: Signature: Title: TeWphone Number: Any additlonal Information desired to be submitted should be sont to the appropriate Division Regional Office within five days of first knowledge of the SSO with reference to the Incident number (the incident number is only generated when electronic entry of this form Is completed, if used). CS-SSO Form October 9, 2003 �0F 1f AT�RQ Michael F. Easley, Governor William G. Ross Jr., Secretary \Q G North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources rAlan W. Klimek, P. E. Director Division of Water Quality 4 `C Coleen H. S011ins, Deputy Director Division of Water Quality Asheville Regional Office WATER QUALITY SECTION ►►i1Aiy [6] T_1 T ; To: Jeff Poupart, Supervisor, Non -Discharge Permitting Unit Through: Forrest R. Westall, Regional Office Supervisor From: Kevin H. Barnett, Environmental Chemist Date: gpft� giber 22;��0:03D Subject: Enforcement for Failure to Report SSO which Reached Surface Waters. Jeff: Please find, attached, an F&D for Macon County for failure to report an sso from it's LBJ Job Corps pump station which reached surface waters. Thanks Kevin) O 59 Woodfin Place Asheville, North Carolina 28801 Telephone (828) 251-6208 Fax (828) 251-6452 Customer Service 1-877-623-6748 STATE OF NORTH CAROLILin COUNTY OF MACON IN THE MATTER OF �MZ�.CON� COU:NT�Y FOR FAILURE TO PROPERLY REPORT SPILL/OVERFLOW FOR MAKING AN OUTLET TO THE WATERS OF THE STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA WITHOUT A PERMIT NORTH CAROLlivri DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES File No. DV FINDINGS AND DECISION AND ASSESSMENT OF CIVIL PENALTIES Acting pursuant to North Carolina General Statute (G.S.) 143-215.6A, I, Alan W. Klimek, P.E., Director of the Division of Water Quality (DWQ), make the following: I. FINDINGS OF FACT: A. Macon County is a municipality organized and existing under the laws of the State of North Carolina. Macon County owns and operates a wastewater collection system including �-wastewataer-pump stations - sery nct `LBJ Jab Coups n_Ma_UA C. Macon County was issued Non -Discharge Permit Permit No �WQ:G,1'7'928 on t$ePt;em�es_�26, 2003 effective on the same date. D. On September 3, 2003, an undetermined quantity of untreated wastewater was discharged from the pump station located within the LBJ Job Corps facility to �WayahyC-ree'), Class WS III - Tr waters of the State. E. Macon County had no valid permit for the above described discharge. F. Said permit contains the following relevant reporting requirements in Condition 10. Non -Compliance Notification: The Permittee shall report by telephone to the Asheville Regional Office, telephone number 828/251-6208, as soon as possible, but in no case more than 24 hours or on the next working day following the occurrence or first knowledge of the occurrence of either of the following: A. Any process unit failure, due to known or unknown reasons, that renders the facility incapable of adequate wastewater transport, such as mechanical or electrical failures of pumps, line blockage or breakage, etc.; or B. Any failure of a sewer line resulting in a by-pass directly to receiving waters without treatment of all.or any portion of the influent to such station or facility. Persons reporting such occurrences by telephone shall also file a written report in letter form within five (5) days following first knowledge of the occurrence. This report must outline the actions taken or proposed to be taken to ensure that the problem does not recur. G. On September 3, 2003, Macon County discharged an undetermined amount of untreated wastewater from its pump station located on the LJB Job Corps site. Macon County did not report by telephone within 24 hours of the bypass to the Division of Water Quality nor was a written report submitted within five (5) days. H. The cost to the State of the enforcement procedures in this matter totaled $ 185.00. II. CONCLUSIONS OF LAW: A. Macon County is a "person" within the meaning of G.S.143-215.6A pursuant to G.S. 143-212(4). B. Wayah Creek constitutes class WS III - Tr waters of the State within the meaning of G.S. 143-215.1(a)(1) pursuant to G.S. 143- 212 (6) . C. The above -cited discharge constituted making an outlet to waters of the State for purposes of G. S. 143-215. 1 (a) (1) , for which a permit is required by G.S. 143-215.1 D. Macon County holds Non -Discharge Permit No. WQ0017928 which is required by G.S. 143-215.1. to collect wastewater and make it tributary to the Town of Franklin's collection system. E. Macon County holds Non -Discharge Permit No. WQ0017928 which is required by G.S. 143-215.1. The Non -Discharge Permit requires the facility to properly report in Permit Condition 10. F. Macon County may be assessed civil penalties in this matter pursuant to G.S. 143-215.6A(a)(2), which provides that a civil penalty of not more than twenty-five thousand dollars per violation may be assessed against a person who is required but fails to apply for or to secure a permit required by G.S. 143- 215.1. Macon County may be assessed civil penalties in this matter pursuant to it's Non -Discharge Permit Number WQ0017928, which provides that a civil penalty of not more than twenty-five thousand dollars assessed against a person who fails to comply with the condition to properly operate and maintain the facility according to the issued permit. G. The State's enforcement costs in this matter may be assessed against the Town of Rutherfordton pursuant to G.S. 143-215.3(a)(9) and G.S. 143B-282.1(b)(8). H. The Director, Division of Water Quality, pursuant to delegation provided for by G.S. 143-215.6A(h), has the authority to assess civil penalties in this matter. Based upon the above Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law, I make the following: III. DECISION: Accordingly, Macon County is hereby assessed a civil penalty of: R S 1.1 for making an outlet to the waters of the State on September 3, 2003 without a permit as required by G.S. 143-215.1 (a) (1) . for failure to notify the Division of Water Quality within 24 hours as required by General Statues 143-215.65 Non - Discharge Permit No. WQ0017928 and T15A: NCAC 02B .0506 (3). for failure to submit a written report within five (5) days as required by General Statues 143-215.65, Non -Discharge Permit No. WQ0017928 and T15A: NCAC 02B .0506 (3). TOTAL CIVIL PENALTY $ 185.00 Enforcement costs $ TOTAL AMOUNT DUE As required by G.S: 143-215.6A(c), in determiiil,ig the amount of the penalty I have considered the factors listed in G.S.143B-282.1(b), which are: (1) The degree and extent of harm to the natural resources of the State, to the public health, or to private property resulting from the violation; (2) The duration and gravity of the violation; (3) The effect on ground or surface water quantity or quality or on air quality; (4) The cost of rectifying the damage; (5) The amount of money saved by non-compliance; (6) Whether the violation was committed willfully or intentionally; (7) The prior record of the violator in complying or failing to comply with programs over which the Environmental Management Commission has regulatory authority; and (8) The cost to the State of the enforcement procedures. (Date) Alan W. Klimek, P.E., Director Division of Water Quality CERTIFICATION PAGE I certify that the information in this report is true to the best of my knowledge. All violations of self -monitoring data have been verified by hard copy review of the monthly reports (if applicable) and the appropriate permit (if applicable). Signature of Principal Investigator(s): DATE: 09/18/O3 THU 10:55 FAX 828 IdO 2400 MACON CTY i TO: ,,r- From Sam Greenwood F= qa'? 6 pagam ip, P 'Kas as c0ab� omft R-1.9,0 _ Urgm* Fw Ravlow ❑ Pie Cwmmmt 0 Pig Idly 17 PIS Rooydo 69/18/03 THU 10:56 FAX 828 s49 2400 MACON CTY Q 002 Macon County � STA s �NCCU September 18, 2003 Mr. Kevin 6amett NCDENR — Water Quality Section Asheville, Regional Office 59 Woodfin Place Asheville, N, C. 28801 RE. Notice of Violation Permit # WQ0017928 Mr. Barnett 1 have passed the aforementidned notice of violation to the. Town of Franklin, which has already taken the measures noted. The problem, appears Ito be intemal to the LBJ collectidn system as the flows recorded in the metering station at LBJ show much higher flows than the engineer design con ' This, in turn, appears'to be the result of LBJ having some storm ter7rnas tied into(heir internal wastewater, collection system. McGill Engines ' g has been trying to d r the problem up. Sincerely m n d C my Manager Cc• . Joel Storrow, McGill Associbtes Mike Decker, Administrator, Town of Franklin MACON COUNTY COURTHOUSE ANNEX 5 WEST MAIN STREET FRANKLIN, NORTH CAROLINA 28734 PHONE 828-349-2000 FAX: 9Ze-S4e-24oa 09/18/03 THU'10:57 FAX 828 ?"° 2400 MACON CTY Z 003 Miehucl R. F'asley, Guvemur William G, Rors Jr., SOeretary North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources WATER (QUALITY SECTION CERTIFIED MAIL RETURN RECEIPT REl'J'UES1f Mr. Sam Greenwood, County Manager Macon County 5 West Main Street Franklin, NC 28734 Dear Mr. Greenwood: Alan W. Klimek, P. E. Director Division of Water Quality Colecn H. Sullins, Deputy Director Division of Water Quality Asheville Regional Office September 9, 2003 ID S--? I 0 2003 I . Subject: Notice of Violation and Recommendation for Enforcement Discharge Without a Permit Failure to Report Spill of Wastewater Reaching Surface Waters Macon Cc-LBJ Job Corps Center Permit Number: WQ0017928 Macon County On September 4, 2003, Mr. Kevin Barnett of my staff discovered evidence of a discharge of wastewater from a pump station located at the LBJ Job Corps facility. This primp station was permitted to Macon County on September 26, 2000 as part of state issued Permit Number: WQ0017928. The existing evidence at the site showed that the wastewater spilled entered an unnained tributary of Wayah Creek. A review of both, the Division of Water Quality's records and the State Emergency Response Center's records failed to reveal a report of any sewage spill in the area during 2003. The following must occur within 5 days of receipt of this letter. 1. Any solids left at the spill site Faust be removed and disposed of in an approved manner- ( ie: shoveled into a waste receptacle and further disposed of at a peunitted land fill.) 2. The site must be limed (with ag. lime) to limit the potential health threat of the spread of pathogens. 3. A 24 hour, 7 day a week emergency convict name and phone number must be posted at the site Should you wish to provide any reason or mitigating circumstances for the cause of this discharge of waste to surface waters of the state, or for the failure to report to spill as required by 15A NCAC 02B .0506(a)(2), you must do so within 10 calendar days of receipt of this letter. Any response you provide will be given consideration in preparation of any further en'Forcement documents. 59 Woodfin Place Asheville, North Carolina 29801 Telephone (828) 251-6209 Fux (828) 251-6452 Cusmmer Service 1,877-623-6748 0.9/18/03 THU 10:59 FAX 828 nea 2400 MACON CTY 2004 Notice of Violation and Recommenda.tioD -for Enforcement Macon Co-Ll3J Job Corps Ceuter Page 2. Additionally, the pump station may not comply with 15A NCAC 2H .0227(d) which requires the following: • The sewer system must be properly maintained and operated at all times to prevent discharge of waste. • A map of the sewer system must be developed and maintained. • An operations and maintenance plan mtlst be developed and implemented. • Pump stations without teleme(ry musl be inspected seven (7) days a week. • A general oUAGLVaLlull 0l LUC ulnllu oymr,111111LUM Uc pG11V1111UU a11U 11UL:UL11Ci1Lcu ELL 10USL UILUO PUY Ycar. • Inspection and- maintenance records are to be maintained for a period of 3 years. • Overflows and bypasses are reported to the appropriate Division regional office in accordance with 15A NCAC 2B .0506(a) and public notice is provided as required by North Carolina General Statute (G.S.) 143- 215. 1 C. • Emergency contact information with the owner's name, pump station locator, and a 24 - hour emergency contact number must be posted prorninately at each pump station. • Lastly, each pump station must limit public access using devices such as a locked fence, or padlocks on all controls, access panels, and appurtenances. Should any of the above not exist, you must brim, the permitted wastewater pump station (and the down stream wastewater pump station) into compliance immediately. Should you have any questions in regards to this document, please do not hesitate to contact Mr. Kevin Barnett of my staff at 828.251.6208. Sincerely, 7A W Forrest R. Westall Water Quality Regional Supervisor cc: Macon County Health Department Macon County Building Inspectors Office Non -Discharge Compliance and Enforcement Unit 59 waodfl Place Asheville, North Carolina 28801 rcicphono (828) 25l-6208 Fax (828) 251-6452 Customer Service I.877-623.6748 �QF MA�E9Q Michael F. EIVICY, Governor William G. Ross Jr., Secretary North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources co P' Alan W. Klimek, P. E. Director --1 Division of Water Quality O `C Coleen H. Sullins, Deputy Director Division of Water Quality Asheville Regional Office WATER QUALITY SECTION Septembeer 9;;2`003"' CERTIFIED MAIL RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED Mr. Sam Greenwood, County Manager Macon County 5 West Main Street Franklin, NC 28734 Subject: Notice of Violation and Recommendation for Enforcement Discharge Without a Permit Failure to Report Spill of Wastewater Reaching Surface Waters Macon Co-LBJ Job Corps Center Permit Number:`W 0 1V7,928J Macon County Dear Mr. Greenwood: On September 4, 2003, Mr. Kevin Barnett of my staff discovered evidence of a discharge of wastewater from a pump station located at the LBJ Job Corps facility. This pump station was permitted to Macon County on September 26, 2000 as part of state issued Permit Number: WQ0017928. The existing evidence at the site showed that the wastewater spilled entered an unnamed tributary of Wayah Creek. A review of both, the Division of Water Quality's records and the State Emergency Response Center's records failed to reveal a report of any sewage spill in the area during 2003. The following must occur within 5 days of receipt of this letter. 1. Any solids left at the spill site must be removed and disposed of in an approved manner. ( ie: shoveled into a waste receptacle and further disposed of at a permitted land fill.) 2. The site must be limed (with ag. lime) to limit the potential health threat of the spread of pathogens. 3. A 24 hour, 7 day a week emergency contact name and phone number must be posted at the site Should you wish. to provide any reason or mitigating circumstances for the cause of this discharge of waste to surface waters of the state, or for the failure to report to spill as required by 15A NCAC 02B .0506(a)(2), you must do so within 10 calendar days of receipt of this letter. Any response you provide will be given consideration in preparation .of any further enforcement documents. 59 Woodfin Place Asheville, North Carolina 28801 Telephone (828) 251-6208 Fax (828) 251-6452 Customer Service 1-877-623-6748 Notice of Violation and Recommendation for Enforcement Macon Co-LBJ Job Corps Center Page 2. Additionally, the pump station may not comply with 15A NCAC 2H .0227(d) which requires the following: • The sewer system must be properly maintained and operated at all times to prevent discharge of waste. • A map of the sewer system must be developed and maintained. • An operations and maintenance plan must be developed and implemented. • Pump stations without telemetry must be inspected seven (7) days a week. • A general observation of the entire system must be performed and documented at least once per year. • Inspection and maintenance records are to be maintained for a period of 3 years. • Overflows and bypasses are reported to the appropriate Division regional office in accordance with 15A NCAC 2B .0506(a) and public notice is provided as required by North Carolina General Statute (G.S.) 143- 215.1C. • Emergency contact information with the owner's name, pump station locator, and a 24 - hour emergency contact number must be posted prominately at each pump station. • Lastly, each pump station must limit public access using devices such as a locked fence, or padlocks on all controls, access panels, and appurtenances. Should any of the above not exist, you must bring the permitted wastewater pump station (and the down stream wastewater pump station) into compliance immediately. Should you have any questions in regards to this document, please do not hesitate to contact Mr. Kevin Barnett of my staff at 828.251.6208. Sincerely, Forrest R. Westall Water Quality Regional Supervisor cc: Macon County Health Department Macon County Building Inspectors Office Non -Discharge Compliance and Enforcement Unit MEt+ 59 Woodfin Place Asheville, North Carolina 28801 Telephone (828) 251-6208 Fax (828) 251-6452 Customer Service 1-877-623-6748 m Corrolete items 1, 2, and 3. Also complete item 4 if Restricted Delivery is desired. N-,Print your name and address on the reverse so that we can return the card to you. N Attach this card to the back of the mailplece, or on the front if space permits. 1. Article Addressed to: A. Si I —. ;, x 7, Agent Additesse B. 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