FAN Mail Volume 48 | December 15, 2023

Utilities System Operator IV

The County of Fluvanna is recruiting for the position of Water- Utilities System Operator IV- This position is a full-time non-exempt hourly position that performs advanced work in the operation, maintenance, and repair of water & wastewater treatment plants, pump stations and piping systems, and related equipment and appurtenances; does related work as required. Assists in supervising and instructing Utility System Operators (II and III) and Trainees.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES: 

• Operates maintains, and repairs equipment associated with wastewater treatment plants, drinking water treatment plants, pumping stations, and piping systems.
• Monitors the proper functioning of water/sewer pumps, motors, bar screens, chlorinators, filters, chemical feed systems, and other process equipment; makes adjustments as necessary to maintain proper flow quality of water/sewage. Reports problems to Utilities Manager.
• Adds, or adjusts feed rates of, chemicals to water/sewage as necessary; notes and records readings of meters and indicators.
• Collects samples at designated points, performs chemical tests, and records results; properly prepares samples and delivers them to testing laboratories.
• Monitors plant operations and makes corrective adjustments to processes as needed; performs preventive maintenance on equipment and pumps; Prepares and maintains plant records; prepares monthly and other periodic reports for submission to regulatory agencies.
• Assists in supervising and instructing Utility System Operators (II and III) and Trainees in their essential functions and tasks.
• Reads water meters; records consumption.
• Repairs water and sewer lines as needed, often on a time-critical basis, after normal working hours and/or in inclement weather.
• Attends and participates in Operator Training program(s), other training and continuing education.
• Maintains and cleans vehicles, plant operations areas and labs
• Performs related tasks and other duties as assigned.

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2025 Reassessment

Pearson Mass Appraisal is beginning their reassessment work for 2025, and will be visiting each property in Fluvanna County. Appraisers will be visiting properties throughout the County from now until late 2024, and will be traveling in vehicles with "Fluvanna Reassessment" signs. For additional information, please call the Commissioner of the Revenue Office at (434) 591-1940.

Get Your Car Ready

Have maintenance service on your vehicle as often as the manufacturer recommends. In addition, every fall, do the following:



• Have the radiator system serviced or check the antifreeze level yourself with an antifreeze tester. Add antifreeze as needed.
• Replace windshield-wiper fluid with a wintertime mixture.
• Make sure the tires on your car have adequate tread and air pressure. Replace any worn tires and fill low tires with air to the proper pressure recommended for your car (typically between 30-35 psi).
• Keep the gas tank near full to help avoid ice in the tank and fuel lines.
• Keep your car in good working order. Be sure to check the following: heater, defroster, brakes, brake fluid, ignition, emergency flashers, exhaust, oil, and battery.

Create an Emergency Car Kit

It is best to avoid traveling, but if travel is necessary, keep the following in your car:

• Cell phone, portable charger, and extra batteries
• Items to stay warm such as extra hats, coats, mittens, and blankets
• Windshield scraper
• Shovel
• Battery-powered radio with extra batteries
• Flashlight with extra batteries
• Water and snack food
• First aid kit with any necessary medications and a pocket knife
• Tow chains or rope
• Tire chains
• Canned compressed air with sealant for emergency tire repair
• Cat litter or sand to help tires get traction, or road salt to melt ice
• Booster cables with fully charged battery or jumper cables
• Hazard or other reflectors
• Bright colored flag or help signs, emergency distress flag, and/or emergency flares
• Road maps
• Waterproof matches and a can to melt snow for water

Holiday Safety Tips

• Stay off the road during and after a winter storm.
• Keep candles at least 12 inches away from flammable materials.
• Keep an eye on food when cooking.
• Turn off holiday lights at night.
• Keep your tree watered; don’t let your holiday tree dry out.
• Shop securely online over the holidays.
• Inspect holiday lights each year for frayed wires, bare spots, gaps in the insulation, broken sockets, and excessive kinking. Use only lighting listed by an approved testing laboratory.
• Do not link more than three light strands to an electrical outlet, unless the directions indicate it is safe. Connect strings of lights to an extension cord before plugging the cord into the socket. Make sure to periodically check the wires; they should not be warm to the touch.
• Never put wrapping paper in a fireplace. It can throw off dangerous sparks and produce a chemical buildup that could cause an explosion. Adult partygoers should establish and reward a designated driver.
• If you’re traveling overseas, remember to enroll in the U.S. Department of State’s Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive important information from the Embassy about safety conditions in your destination country, helping you make informed decisions about your travel plans.

o By enrolling, the U.S. Embassy can contact you in an emergency, whether a natural disaster, civil unrest or family emergency.

• Take a look at the U.S. Department of State’s Traveler’s Checklist too, where you can get helpful tips about safety and security, crisis planning, health precautions and money matters.

Join Fluvanna County Parks and Rec on December 14th through December 17th for the Community of Lights Celebration!

Drive through light show at Pleasant Grove Park.

FCPR is looking for businesses, organizations, groups, clubs, scout troops, churches, families or anyone who would like to set up a family friendly holiday light display.

You may display a sign or banner promoting your business or organization etc.

Space will be approximately 15' x 15'. FCPR will be supply the electricity. This Event is FREE!

Deadline to Register, Noon December 8, 2023: https://fluvanna.recdesk.com/Community/Program/Detail?programId=1845

Rivanna Master Naturalists

Bring the family and enjoy a Virginia Master Naturalist-led Monthly Hike on the first Saturday of each month at 10 AM. Please register in advance: Eric Armentrout at 434-842-3150 or email at earmentrout@fluvannacounty.org or online at Programs (recdesk.com)

The Fluvanna County Interagency Council is comprised of over 25 local and regional human service organizations.

Mission:

• A network of human service agencies and organizations committed to improving resources and services to meet the needs of the Fluvanna community.

Vision:

• A community that partners to improve the quality of lives.

Values:

• Every person has something to contribute to the community.
• All people have dignity and worth and deserve respect
• Community Collaboration through effective communication

SARA is hosting a winter support group for adult women and nonbinary individuals from December 5th to January 30th at our office! We intend for this group to be a space where survivors can provide peer-to-peer support for each other, build connections, strengthen confidence to assert boundaries, and discuss their healing journey. We will begin screening calls from November 13th-17th which must be completed before attending. Fill out this form if you're

interested in joining or learning more: https://apricot.socialsolutions.com/document/edit/id/new/form_id/490

Winter weather will be here soon...

We are starting our Emergency Bag Food Collection for 2023. We deliver 4 days of shelf stable meals to clients so they have food in case we are closed for inclement weather. Please share this information with friends, churches, or other community organizations who might be interested in sponsoring Emergency Food Bags.

EMERGENCY FOOD BAGS

Fluvanna Meals on Wheels asks the community to fill and donate Emergency Food Bags so that we may deliver these bags before the winter storms hit. These “E-Bags” contain 4 full meals, which our clients are to use in the event that we are unable to deliver their lunchtime meals due to inclement weather. For a list of item to donate, visit our web site at mealsonwheelsfluvanna.org.

IMPORTANT DATES AND CONTACT INFORMATION:

Emergency Food Bag Drop off

Meals on Wheels Office - 105 Crofton Plaza, Suite 8

Oct 20th through Dec 15th, 2023

Monday – Friday (8am-1pm) – also by appointment (please call numbers below)

* Please notify the office staff or leave a note with your name and the number of bags dropped off

Points of Contact Office: 589-1685