Weaverville's Fire Department Participates in the 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb
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The 9-11 Memorial Stair Climbs serve as a way for firefighters and the community to honor and remember the FDNY firefighters who selflessly gave their lives so that others might live.
Each participant pays tribute to a FDNY firefighter by climbing or walking the equivalent of the 110 stories of the World Trade Center. These individuals' participation not only pay tribute to the sacrifice of an FDNY brother, but symbolically completes their heroic journey to save others. Through firefighter and community participation the lives of the 343 firefighters who made the ultimate sacrifice are honored.
"There were over 800 firefighters who participated this year. Our crew has grown from Captain Sims and Captain Duckworth the first year to six (6) this year including Sims, Duckworth, Engineer Dean Greens, Firefighter Bryan Trantham, Firefighter Justin Dobson and Firefighter Jeremy Ramsey. The event is held at the Duke Energy Building and is sponsored by Wells Fargo Bank. Each person is given a picture of a firefighter that was killed on 9/11 and that is who we are climbing the 110 stories for." - Captain Sims
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Highlights from the Town's 9/11 Observance
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What about Weaverville's Water?
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You may have heard that the Town of Weaverville is submitting an application for USDA loan funds for the construction of waterlines along Clark's Chapel Road and Ollie Weaver Road. The Town has developed a fact sheet to answer your questions regarding this expansion of the Town's water system. You can view and download this document from the Town's website by clicking on this link:
What about Weaverville's Water?
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Reems Creek Greenway Preliminary Engineering Study Begins
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The Town of Weaverville, in conjunction with Buncombe County, is undertaking a preliminary engineering study for a local greenway in the Town and adjacent section of Reems Creek Valley. A $480,000 Federal grant, augmented by $60,000 matching funds each from the Town and the County will finance the study.
The 2.25-mile greenway project will extend from the western extent of Town-owned property west of Future I-26, eastward along Reems Creek, past Lake Louise, crossing Merrimon Aveneue and Reems Creek Road, to the eastern extent of Karpen Field. This is part of the Buncombe County Greenway and Trail Master Plan, approved by County Commissioners in 2012. A subsequent feasibility study in 2014 identified options for the project. The current preliminary engineering study will further refine project specifications and provide construction plans. The Master Plan call for this small section to connect eventually witht eh Route 251 Corridor (Riverside Drive) that will tie into the Woodfin Greenway and to Asheville.
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In the coming weeks, an oversight committee comprised of County officials, Town representatives and French Broad Metropolitan Planning Organization staff will publish a Request for Proposals, interview prospective vendors, and select the best qualified firm(s) to conduct the engineering study. The study project will take several months and will include ample opportunities for engagement by interested citizens and groups, as did the earlier feasibility study. Throughout the process, the Town’s Project Coordinator will provide periodic updates to Town Council and staff at regular Council meetings and workshops.
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Call Public Works to Purchase a Toter 64-Gallon Garbage Can
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The Public Works Department is responsible for the collection and disposal of garbage within the town limits. Residential collection is done once per week on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday in various areas of the town. As a reminder, all garbage must be placed in garbage bags (not to exceed 25 pounds) or in cans (limited to 32 gallon capacity and 50 pounds in weight). Recently, the Public Works staff has noticed that some residents are not observing these weight restrictions, thereby slowing the collection times and affecting the health of our crew members as they struggle to lift the overweight bags and cans.
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To assist our crews and help to resolve the issues of overweight cans, the Town will be purchasing 100 “Toter” brand 64 gallon garbage cans (pictured here) for re-sale to the public. These garbage cans are intended to be filled by the home owner and then rolled to the street on garbage day. Our garbage crews can roll the “Toter” to the back of the garbage truck where a lift-assist device mounted on the truck uses a special attachment on the back of the can to pick it up and empty it into the truck. Our crew then rolls the empty “Toter” back to the curb, without ever having to manually pick up the loaded can. Retail price for a comparable can is $65-70; the Town’s cost for town residents is $45 per “Toter” and includes delivery to the resident’s home and future maintenance of the lid, wheels, and axle. When a homeowner needs to add or replace their garbage
can, the Town encourages its citizens to consider purchasing a “Toter” to speed our garbage collection and more importantly to save the backs of our hard-working sanitation staff.
For additional information, please call the Public Works Department at 645-0606 and speak with Kara Shea. If you wish to purchase a toter, please come to Town Hall to arrange payment and delivery.
~ Submitted by Weaverville Public Works
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Weaverville Police Department Collaborates with the Pink Patch Project
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The Pink Patch Project is a collaborative effort between the Los Angeles County Police Chief's Association and over 110 public safety agencies throughout the United States. The program centers on vibrant pink versions of the agency’s uniform patches. Officers from the participating agencies wear pink patches or pink badges on their uniforms during “Breast Cancer Awareness Month” in October.
The Pink Patch Project is an innovative public awareness campaign designed to bring attention to the fight against cancer and to support breast cancer research or treatment organizations in combating this devastating disease. The Weaverville Police Department’s Pink Patches are intended to stimulate conversations with our community and to encourage public awareness about the importance of early detection.
The Weaverville Police Department will donate all money from the sales of our Pink Patches and
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memorabilia to The Hope Chest For Women and other women's cancer charities in Western North Carolina.
Please contact Detective Somer Oberlin at (828) 645-5700 at the Weaverville Police Department for more information about this important project.
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Main Street in Weaverville
Saturday, October 20, 2018
10:00am - 5:00pm
This is a free event, but donations are welcome!
Spaces Available
QUESTIONS? 828-777-9206
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Benefits
Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 124
Sponsored by
Shop around the Corner
and
Rodney's Auto Service
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Weaverville Tailgate Market
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The Tailgate Market is open for the season and will be held every Wednesday from 2:30pm – 6:00pm until the end of October. The Market is held at Lake Louise at the site of the old community center.
This year we will be offering the following and much more!
Seasonal, Locally Grown Vegetables, Fruits, Flowers & Herbs • Handmade Jewelry, Wood Crafts & Soaps • Herbal Tinctures • Trees & Plants • Baked Goods • Mustards, Dressings & Salsas • Tamales & Empanadas • Eggs • Pork • Rabbit • Chicken • Grass-fed Beef • Chair Massages • Dog & Cat Treats • Seafood
• Pickles • Jams • Jellies • Coffee
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Also be sure to "like" us on our
Facebook
page for the latest updates on what's going to be at market each week!
~ Submitted by the Tailgate Market
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Fourteenth Annual Thanksgiving Dinner at Blue Mountain Pizza and Brew Pub
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Blue Mountain Pizza will once again offer a free Thanksgiving dinner to anyone who might otherwise be alone, in need or just looking for a place to go on the holiday.
As a way to give back to the community of Weaverville, Blue Mountain located at 55 N. Main Street in downtown Weaverville, will open their doors at noon until 3:00pm on Thursday, November 22, offering a traditional dinner of turkey, ham, potatoes, dressing and all the trimmings.
Last year the restaurant fed almost 450 people with a goal this year to reach out to at least that number. By working with local churches, schools and community leaders, Blue Mountain hopes to get the word out to those who could benefit from this program. Normally they welcome a mix of
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senior citizens, students and families in need that might not otherwise be able to enjoy the holiday.
If you, a neighbor or friend is looking for a place to go this Thanksgiving please let them know of this opportunity.
~ Submitted by Blue Mountain Pizza & Brew Pub
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Mayor & Town Council
Al Root, Mayor
Doug Jackson, Vice Mayor
Dottie Sherrill, Councilwoman
Patrick Fitzsimmons, Councilman
Andrew Nagle, Councilman
Jeff McKenna, Councilman
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Town Hall Physical Location:
30 South Main Street, Weaverville, NC 28787
Mailing Address:
P.O. Box 338, Weaverville, NC 28787
Phone:
(828) 645-7116
Town Hall Business Hours:
8:30am- 5:00pm Monday - Friday
Town Council Meetings:
3rd Monday of each month at 7:00pm
Meeting at Town Hall, 30 South Main Street
Town Council Meeting Agendas & Minutes:
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