Cape Connection
Cape Connection, composed monthly by Town Manager Frank Rush, is the official newsletter of the Town of Cape Carteret.
Edition 23-2
March 1, 2023
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Town Accepting Applications from Residents Interested in Serving on Park Improvements Committee
The Board of Commissioners has established a new, ad hoc committee to consider and recommend park improvements in the Town, and is currently soliciting Town residents to serve on this committee.
The new committee is expected to begin meeting this spring, and will identify desired park improvements at the Town’s 4 non-waterfront parks (Community Park, Bahia Lane Park, Quailwood Park, and Taylor Notion Road Park), identify neighborhood concerns and develop recommendations that will be supported by the neighborhood in which any new park improvements would be installed, and also identify any existing vacant parcels of land that the Town should consider acquiring for future park development.
The committee will include a total of 8 members, as follows:
1 member of the Board of Commissioners,
2 members of the Planning Board,
1 representative from the Star Hill North property owners association,
1 additional representative who resides in the Star Hill North neighborhood,
1 representative from the Star Hill property owners association, and
2 residents of other neighborhoods in Cape Carteret.
Residents interested in serving on this new committee should submit an email to Heather Leffingwell, Town Clerk by Tuesday, March 7 .
The Board of Commissioners is expected to appoint the committee members at its March 13 regular meeting.
Thank you for your interest in improving Cape Carteret!
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Next Vegetative Debris Collection Begins March 13
The next Town-wide vegetative debris collection event will begin on Monday, March 13. Residents should place vegetative debris at the curbside between now and March 12, and Public Works staff will collect the debris as soon as possible beginning on March 13.
Limbs should generally be limited to 8 feet in length and 6 inches in diameter. Please avoid placement directly under utility lines and large trees.
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Town Increasing Frequency of Vegetative Debris Collection -
See the Entire 2023 Schedule
In an effort to better serve our residents and property owners, the Town is increasing the frequency of vegetative debris collection events.
The Town previously conducted collection events every 3 months, but will now provide this service every other month in 2023. Vegetative debris collection events are scheduled to begin on the following dates:
March 13
May 8
July 17
September 25, and
November 27.
Residents and property owners may place vegetative debris at the curbside up to 2 weeks prior to the scheduled dates.
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New Ferry Landing Park Bulkhead Complete,
Old Restroom Building Demolished
The Town's contractor, GW Moore Construction / Norris Marine Construction, recently completed the installation of 230 linear feet of new bulkhead at Ferry Landing Park.
The new vinyl bulkhead replaces an older, deteriorated wooden bulkhead, and results in the entire 330 feet of shoreline at the park being protected. The Town also recently demolished the old restroom building at the park, and is planning additional improvements to Ferry Landing Park in the future.
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Old Street Name Signs Available for Purchase
The Town is almost finished replacing the existing street name signs with new, attractive blue signs in all neighborhoods. The old, green street name signs are being removed by Public Works staff, and are available for purchase for $20. To secure your sign, please visit Town Hall during normal business hours (Monday - Friday, 9 am - 5 pm) or call 252-393-8483.
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Town Working to Finalize Design of Storm Water Improvements
Town staff continue to work with multiple consulting engineers and nearby property owners to finalize the design of cost-effective storm water improvements at 3 locations in the Town:
Sutton Drive - The Town is working cooperatively with Star Hill Golf Course on a design that involves regrading the existing fairway to allow storm water from significant rainfall events to flow across the fairway and into recently reopened catch basins and an existing storm water pipe that leads to Pettiford Creek. The design will also include the construction of a new ditch leading from Sutton Place to the fairway, and improvements to another existing ditch that drains Sutton Place. The Town is also considering storm water pipe improvements leading from Sutton Drive to the fairway.
Ardan Oaks - The Town is working cooperatively with nearby property owners on a design that includes construction of a new vegetative swale that would convey storm water from low areas near the entrance of the subdivision to Rocky Run, a small stream located south of Ardan Oaks. The new vegetative swale would only be engaged during significant rainfall events, and the design will include features to protect water quality in Rocky Run and the ultimate receiving waters of Deer Creek.
Bogue Sound Drive - The prelininary design for this area includes improvements to existing ditches, the creation of new bioretention areas in the street right of way, an alternate drainage path to a nearby canal, and improvements to stabilize the existing discharge to a nearby canal. The combination of these improvements should result in positive flow away from low areas in the neighborhood.
The Town expects to finalize the design for each of these 3 areas in the coming weeks, and will solicit construction bids later this spring. The Town hopes to have the improvements at all 3 locations constructed this summer, prior to the peak of the 2023 hurricane season in late August and September.
All design work and the construction of planned improvements is funded by a combination of grant funds and the Town's allocation under the American Rescue Plan Act.
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Town Receives Grant for Employee Safety Initiatives
The Town has been awarded a $2,383 grant from the NC League of Municipalities for the purchase of two new pieces of equipment aimed at enhancing the safety of the Town's Public Works employees.
The Town will utilize $2,000 to cover a portion of the cost of a new utility vehicle that will allow for safer, more efficient removal of litter from the NC 24 and NC 58 right of ways, and an additional $383 to cover a portion of the cost of new safety signage.
The Town is fortunate to be served by a dedicated team of Public Works employees, led by Public Works Director Ryan Hutchinson.
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Planning Underway for Western Carteret Fireworks Celebration
Officials from the 5 towns located in western Carteret County are busy planning for the 2023 Western Carteret Fireworks Celebration, to be held on Monday, July 3.
2023 marks the second year that the 5 towns are partnering with Emerald Isle Realty and MacDaddy's to produce a spectacular display over the grounds of MacDaddy's and Golfin Dolphin, with multiple vantage points available in Cape Carteret and Cedar Point. The 2023 event will include great music, great food, and amazing fireworks as we celebrate our country's 247 birthday!
More details on how you can enjoy the event will be publicized in June.
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Fall Festival Set for Saturday, November 4
Town staff are already busy planning for an expanded and improved Fall Festival, scheduled for Saturday, November 4. The Town is working to establish the Fall Festival as the Town's signature annual event, and is considering several potential enhancements, including a larger venue, additional childrens activities and attractions, and more!
Mark your calendar, and plan to join us on November 4!
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Interested in Serving on the Planning Board?
The Board of Commissioners is accepting applications from residents interested in serving on the Planning Board, and will appoint a new member in May. To apply, please submit an email expressing your interest and qualifications to Heather Leffingwell, Town Clerk by April 30.
The Board is expected to appoint a new member to a 3-year term at its May 8 meeting.
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Upcoming Town Meetings
The Board of Commissioners will hold its next regular monthly meeting on Monday, March 13 at 6 pm.
The Planning Board will hold its next regular monthly meeting on Tuesday, March 21 at 6 pm.
Both meetings are held in the Debbie E. Stanley Boardroom at Town Hall, located at 102 Dolphin Street.
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Stay Informed About the Town of Cape Carteret!
The Town of Cape Carteret is committed to providing timely, concise, and relevant information to the residents, property owners, businesses, and visitors to Cape Carteret, and "Cape Connection" is a great way to stay informed about the Town's issues, activities, and initiatives.
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Thank you for your interest in the Town of Cape Carteret!
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Did You Know?
The Town of Cape Carteret provides service to our residents and property owners with a total of 15 authorized positions - a Town Manager, a Town Clerk, a Finance Director, an Administrative Assistant, a Town Planner, a Police Chief, a Poice Lieutenant, 5 Police Officers, a Public Works Director, and 2 Public Works Technicians. The Town Planner and Police Chief positions are currently vacant, and the Town will begin recruitment for these positions in the coming weeks.
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