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Happy
Independence Day! July 4th
is a time of celebration- backyard grilling, neighborhood gatherings, parades,
and pool parties. Unfortunately, July is also peak month for grill fires, and
every year, an estimated 11,000 people are treated for injuries related to
fireworks. As you
prepare to celebrate, the City of Concord would like to remind you to take the
following precautions to keep you, your family, and neighborhoods safe. 1.
Fire up
the grill! But only outdoors and never on porches. Keep children and pets
away from the grill and never leave it unattended. Only you can prevent grill
fires! 2.
Regarding fireworks,
leave the lighting to the professional. Remember, fireworks such are firecrackers,
fireworks that spin on the ground, roman candles, bottle rockets, and any
aerial fireworks are illegal and quite dangerous. 3.
While
we know swimming will most likely be in your Fourth of July plans, never swim
alone. Avoid using alcohol around water. And please, NEVER leave children
unattended near any body of water. Note: In
observance of Independence Day, City of Concord offices will be closed on
Wednesday July 4. Garbage,
recycling, and bulky waste collection by Waste Pro will operate on a one-day
delay for Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday customers. Additionally,
all customers are asked to place yard waste at the curb by 6:00 a.m. on
Monday, July 2. All yard waste will be collected by the end of the day
Friday, July 6. For more information about the holiday schedule, visit
concordnc.gov or call the Customer Care Center at 704-920-5555. Have a
wonderful holiday! Welcome
Aboard!
City
Council recognizes Hampden Village Homeowners Association
On Thursday June 12, the Hampden Village Homeowners Association was
formally recognized by City Council. Hampden Village is located off of Roberta Road. The neighborhood boundaries are
Farmbranch Drive Southwest at the northern and
eastern border, and Runneymede Street Southwest is
the southern border and eastern border.
The neighborhood was constructed in 2007 and
consists of single family homes with people of diverse backgrounds. The
neighborhood also has a pool, and small playground area. The street
design allows for walking and riding bikes. Officers for the Association are:
President/ - Derek Durand; Vice President – Teresa Townes;
Treasurer/Secretary – Patrick Jones. Neighborhood meetings are held quarterly
as needed at the Main Library on Union Street in downtown. Police
Captain Robert Ledwell has been appointed
by the City Manager to serve as the neighborhood Liaison. Every neighborhood plays an integral part in the
vitality of the City of Concord. Currently there are 65 neighborhood
organizations throughout the City of Concord formally recognized by the City
Council to participate in the City's Neighborhood Program. To learn
more, visit concordnc.gov/neighborhoods.
Good Neighbor Tip: Yard
Sales
Yard
/Garage sales provide residents with a great opportunity to get rid of
unwanted items, but did you know that the City code regulates this type of
activity? Good neighbors should know
that the City of Concord has an ordinance regulating yard sales. First,
there can be no more than three sales per year and no single sale can be
displayed longer than two consecutive days. So plan
accordingly. Secondly, yard sales can only occur during the daylight hours
and only on the property of the person holding the sale. Yard sale signs
should not be attached to utility poles, telephone poles, trees, bridges and
overpasses, rocks, other signs, benches and refuse containers in the city
limits. Finally, make sure the sale does not spill out in areas within
the public right-of-way like the sidewalk or street. Generally
speaking most
yard sales are held in spring or in the fall right before the holidays.
It is best to coordinate your yard sale with neighbors. Doing so will ensure
that neighbors are aware of the anticipated increase in non-resident
traffic. Remember, a yard sale is selling of unwanted household or
personal items such as tools, furniture, or clothing from your own property on
an infrequent basis. Having one provides you with a great way to
declutter and earn a few extra bucks. However, a good neighbor understands
that there’s more to it than putting price tags on your old stuff and a sign
out in your front yard. For more information on
zoning, housing, or city code enforcement, contact your assigned Code
Enforcement Officer. To report a violation, call the Customer Care Center at
704-920-5555.
If your neighborhood is
planning a NNO activity, please submit the details
to Chris Friguglietti no later than July 15. Mail –
PO Box 308, 28026, Fax – 704-920-6970, Phone: 704-920-5063 or Email: friguglc@concordnc.gov . National Night Out is Tuesday, Aug. 7. Every year, neighborhood organizations across the city plan various
events and activities including, but not limited to, block parties, cookouts,
parades, rallies and marches, exhibits, youth events, safety demonstrations
and seminars, in an effort to heighten awareness of
the importance of crime prevention and to further enhance community relations
with public safety and city officials. This year marks the 17th year of National Night out
Celebration for the City of Concord!!! City of Concord Annual Street Resurfacing: The annual street
resurfacing program construction is starting. This project will involve
resurfacing various city maintained streets. Click the link below to view city
maintained streets designated for resurfacing in 2018 or click on the
image to download a PDF copy of the map. Street
Preservation Contract No. STR17-18 *Additional patching includes King's Crossing
subdivision and Copperfield Blvd.
Visit http://www.concordnc.gov/Transportation
for additional information. Parks and Recreation highlights Take
a trip with City of Concord. Register
today to go to the NC APPLE FESTIVAL Activity
#7009.218.
A day of fun including one of the best-known Street Fairs in
the Carolinas with freshly picked apples, arts & crafts, festival food,
and entertainment at the Historic Courthouse on Hendersonville’s beautiful
Main Street. Bus Departs: 8:00 a.m.; Return: 5:00 p.m. Day: Friday, 8/31, pre-register by 8/24; MUST
cancel by 8/28 Fee: $16 plus cost of meal Check out the Summer
2018 issue of Leisure Times for a
full list of programs offered by the Parks and Recreation Department. Community
Meeting Police
Crime & Safety Briefing - July 18
On
Wednesday, July 18, 2018 at 6:30 p.m., the Concord Police Department will
hold a Crime and Safety Briefing and the public is invited to attend. During
the briefing the department will present crime statistics for 2018 year to
date and discuss police response to an active shooter. City of Concord
Transportation Director Phillip Graham will also be there discussing current
and future projects within the city. The meeting will be held at the Smith
Tower at Charlotte Motor Speedway and will begin at 6:30 p.m. This is an
opportunity for residents to interact directly with members of the Concord
Police Department and receive information regarding their neighborhoods, so
please attend. If anyone
attending is in need of special accommodations,
please contact Sgt. Larry Hubbard or Captain Robert Ledwell @ 704-920-5000.
Monday August 27 Mark
your calendars! The first day of school is Monday, August 27. CCS will
host open house for the 2018-2019 school year on August 22nd and 23rd. Visit
www.cabarrus.k12.nc.us
for more information. July
2018 Neighborhood Meeting Calendar
Neighborhood News is published monthly and information from
neighborhood associations and others are welcome. Please share this newsletter by forwarding it to your
neighbors - post an excerpt in your community's newsletter, post a copy on your
community bulletin board, website, Facebook or Nextdoor
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