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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1995-09-18 Water & Sewer NEW HANOVER COUNTY WATER AND SEWER DISTRICT BOOK 2 REGULAR MEETING, SEPTEMBER 18, 1995PAGE 253 ASSEMBLY The District Board of Commissioners of the New Hanover County Water & Sewer District met in Regular Session on Monday, September 18, 1995, at 10:46 A.M. in the Assembly Room of the New Hanover County Courthouse, 24 North Third Street, Wilmington, North Carolina. Members present were: District Commissioners William A. Caster; William E. Sisson, Jr.; Vice-Chairman Sandra Barone; Chairman E. L. Mathews, Jr.; Deputy County Manager, Andrew J. Atkinson; County Attorney, Wanda M. Copley; and Clerk to the Board, Lucie F. Harrell. Chairman Mathews called the meeting to order and reported District Commissioner Robert G. Greer and County Manager O'Neal were absent. NON-AGENDA ITEMS Chairman Mathews inquired as to whether anyone from the general public would like to present an item not listed on the Regular Agenda. No items were presented; however, Commissioner Sisson requested a few minutes to discuss the following item: Discussion of Sewer Capacity in the City's Northside Wastewater Treatment Plant District Commissioner Sisson reported it is assumed that the City of Wilmington's Northside Wastewater Treatment Plant has an eight million gallons per day capacity with the County receiving a sewer allocation of 150,000 gallons per day. As a result of investigation, there appears to be some question as to whether or not the City's Northside Wastewater Treatment Plant can actually process eight million gallons per day. He expressed appreciation to the City for the capacity allocation to the District, but expressed concern for approving additional sewer allocations until the District is sure the capacity figure is accurate. Assistant County Manager, Dave Weaver, responded after discussion with the City, he felt the capacity figure was accurate; however, he would be glad to check into this matter and report back to the District Board. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Motion: District Commissioner Caster MOVED, SECONDED by Vice- Chairman Barone to approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting of September 5, 1995, as presented by the Clerk to the District Board. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED AS FOLLOWS: Voting Aye: District Commissioner Caster District Commissioner Sisson Vice-Chairman Barone Chairman Mathews NEW HANOVER COUNTY WATER AND SEWER DISTRICT BOOK 2 REGULAR MEETING, SEPTEMBER 18, 1995PAGE 254 Absent:District Commissioner Greer POSTPONEMENT OF SEWER ALLOCATION REQUESTS FOR THE PROPOSED SUBDIVISION ADJACENT TO NORTHBROOK DRIVE, AND THE MURRAYVILLE STATION, PHASE II DEVELOPMENT PROJECT Assistant County Manager, Dave Weaver, advised that approval of the two sewer allocation requests would leave the District approximately 9,000 to 10,000 gallons of sewer capacity at the City's Northside Wastewater Treatment Plant. District Commissioner Sisson informed the District Board that a company was seriously considering relocation to New Hanover County and would need a sewer capacity allocation of less than 50,000 gallons per day. He expressed concern for not having ample capacity to accommodate commercial and industrial development in the northern end of the County if sewer allocations are continually approved for residential development. After discussion of the difference in the capacity allocated and the actual capacity used, County Engineer, Wyatt Blanchard, advised that in order to provide an exact figure, the sewer transported would have to be compared to the capacity allocated. He reported, in his opinion, he would estimate a capacity of approximately 15,000 to 20,000 gallons per day would be left if the two sewer allocations are approved. Discussion was held on the impact of residential development on the infrastructure in comparison to commercial development. After further discussion, District Commissioner Sisson recommended deferring action on the two sewer allocation requests until this company decides if it plans to locate in the northern end of the County. Motion: District Commissioner Sisson MOVED, SECONDED by Vice- Chairman Barone to delay action on the sewer allocation requests under Items 3 and 4 until the meeting of October 16, 1995. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED AS FOLLOWS: Voting Aye: District Commissioner Caster District Commissioner Sisson Vice-Chairman Barone Chairman Mathews Absent: District Commissioner Greer The Deputy County Manager was requested to contact the Committee of 100 to find out more details about the possible relocation of this company and the time frame involved with the proposed relocation. NEW HANOVER COUNTY WATER AND SEWER DISTRICT BOOK 2 REGULAR MEETING, SEPTEMBER 18, 1995PAGE 255 District Commissioner Caster inquired as to when the Regionalization Study by Hobbs, Upchurch & Associates, P.A. would be presented to the District Board. County Engineer Blanchard responded that final details were in the process of being worked out, and when completed, the report would be presented to the District Board. APPROVAL OF CONTRACT AMENDMENT TO INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT WITH THE CITY OF WILMINGTON, CONTRACT 92-0457A County Engineer, Wyatt Blanchard, requested approval of an amendment to the Interlocal Agreement with the City of Wilmington for an additional 150,000 gallons of sewer capacity in the City's Northside Wastewater Treatment Plant. He reported this request had been approved by the Wilmington City Council. Motion: Vice-Chairman Barone MOVED, SECONDED by District Commissioner Caster to approve the contract amendment and authorize the Chairman to execute the necessary documents. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED AS FOLLOWS: Voting Aye:District Commissioner Caster District Commissioner Sisson Vice-Chairman Barone Chairman Mathews Absent:District Commissioner Greer DISCUSSION OF EXPANDING THE SEWER SOUTH OF MONKEY JUNCTION Assistant County Manager, Dave Weaver, reported that Staff and the developers had met numerous times and have agreed that following the Master Plan as originally established would be the best option for the provision of sewer beyond Monkey Junction. The District Board was requested to consider the following actions: (1)Remove the work component of the contract with Blackmon (Contract #95-0151) dealing with construction of the pump station and force main. County funds that would have been spent for the pump station could be used to construct the expansion as outlined in the Master Plan. (2)Add a work component in the Blackmon contract requesting that the contractor construct the gravity interceptor to River Road in accordance with the Master Plan, if the Board requests staff to pursue this option. (3)Move with speed to authorize construction of the Mott's Creek interceptor, pump station, and River Road force main in accordance with the Master Plan, in order to take advantage of developers' willingness to contribute upfront funds for this project. NEW HANOVER COUNTY WATER AND SEWER DISTRICT BOOK 2 REGULAR MEETING, SEPTEMBER 18, 1995PAGE 256 Mr. Dan Dawson, an engineer representing the developers, reported after meeting with Staff and finding out that an increased flow into the Barnard's Creek pump station could overburden that station, it was felt that the District should follow the Master Plan. This means that wastewater from Monkey Junction could be pumped directly to the Wastewater Treatment Plant without the use of pump stations in between the route. This proposal would eliminate five to six pump stations that have a great potential to incur maintenance problems because these stations were installed before the District developed standard criteria for pump stations. The cost for constructing the Mott's Creek interceptor, pump station, and River Road force main would be approximately $1,550,000. It is felt that with increased growth, the construction of this portion of the sewer system will pay for itself as the system is developed. He reported that Staff had been most cooperative and was appreciative of the private sector offering to contribute to the system as outlined in the Master Plan. The Commissioners were requested to commit to the long-term solution and follow the Master Plan in lieu of the temporary improvements to the Monkey Junction Pump Station. Mr. Dawson advised the District Board that the contract with the company now constructing the pump station and force main could be amended by a change order to construct the gravity interceptor down River Road. He, again, recommended proceeding with the Master Plan and stated the private sector was ready to commit to its contribution to the project. He urged the District Board to move forward as quickly as possible in order for the funds to remain available from the private sector. District Commissioner Sisson commented on the Work Session scheduled for October 12, 1995, at 10:00 A.M. in Room 501 of the County Administration Building and recommended not rendering a decision on this matter until after the Work Session. Consensus: It was the consensus of the District Board to defer action on this matter until the Work Session scheduled for October 12, 1995. ADJOURNMENT Chairman Mathews adjourned the meeting at 10:40 A.M. Respectfully submitted, Lucie F. Harrell Clerk to the District Board