WYDaily.com is your source for free news and information in Williamsburg, James City & York Counties. Governor Mike Pence speaking with supporters at a campaign rally for Donald Trump at the Phoenix Convention Center in. Brunswick is abuzz with excitement as city crews spruce up the area in preparation for the arrival of the USNS Brunswick, a new U.S. Navy vessel named after the port. With Independence Day and Norfolk’s 150th anniversary celebration occurring at the same time, Norfolk and area residents will find the Fourth of July weekend to be full of activities. Events begin with the opening ceremony. City prepares to shut off water for nonpayments. By John Howell. Warwick Water Division crews have been out with cans of blue spray paint and have already marked the location of nearly 3. Water Division Director Daniel O’Rourke said Friday. Shutoffs, which the city has not done in the past, are a prelude to putting a property up for tax sale. The City of Sacramento stands ready to face a flooding emergency. City staff and the Sacramento Fire and Police Departments have worked closely together to create tools and plans to prepare for emergencies within our City. Winter Park, Florida's City Commission gave a preliminary approval to make an “emergency public safety ordinance” permanent. It would effectively shut down most if not all protests within fifty feet of any home and no. It was the listing of more than 2,5. Ward 5 Councilman Ed Ladoceur to call for a committee to examine how best the city could avert the drastic measure of a tax sale by getting delinquents to pay or go on a payment plan.“Until then there was no program,” Ladouceur said Monday, pointing out that of the 2,5. The committee provided for hardship cases and offered a payment plan that avoided a tax sale.“We want to avoid the most draconian measures if we can,” said administrative director Bruce Keiser. He said delinquents with bills in excess of $1,0. He said the more than 9. June, when they were first sent letters of potential shutoffs that collectively owed more than $4 million. On the top of that list, he said, was Universal Properties, which owed in excess of $3. Olive Garden and Smokey Bones. Next in line was the Hilton Garden Inn with an outstanding balance of about $3. Payment plans have been reached with the owners of both properties, and in the case of Universal, future payments will be made by the tenants, Keiser said. City tax collector Kayla Jones reported that in response to the June letter, 3. The plans require a down payment of 2. But while almost 4. Keiser point out that the overall list is has not declined because of the numbers surpassing that $1,0. June. He said the shutoff letters are going to those who haven’t responded to city efforts to thus far. He said water crews are making curb stops, marking where shutoff valves are located, and placing door hangars informing them that a shutoff is imminent. O’Rourke said the city would follow the guidelines set by the Public Utilities Commission on the shutoff of utilities and would not cut off water during winter months as followed by National Grid. But why would the city pursue delinquencies now, especially with the election about a month away? Keiser said the city had planned on issuing shutoff notices soon after the June letter, but there were delays in the programming to get out the notices and put the program in place.“Those faithfully making payments would expect we would . He said it is unfair to those paying their bills not to pursue those ignoring them.“The city can’t just sit back and say it’s for free,” he said. O’Rourke said locating some shutoff valves has required digging up lawns. He said the very presence of crews has prompted a flurry of payments as well as users establishing payment plans.“We know people are hurting and don’t have means,” he said. O’Rourke said the city seeks to verify those with disabilities and hardships in working up a payment plan. Overall, he projected 9. As for those who haven’t and face shutoff, he said it won’t come as a surprise.“They’re had plenty of prior notification,” he assured. City Prepares for Heavy Rainfall. The safety of our citizens is our number one priority. City crews have been out checking and clearing inlets and outlets, clearing catch basins, and taking an inventory of signage and barricades. Saint John EMO will monitor and is prepared to respond if necessary. Those who live in low- lying areas that have been prone to flooding are reminded to take extra precautions to protect themselves and their property. Residents should ensure proper drainage around their home by clearing eaves troughs and drainage swales, as well as catch basins or ditches on or near their property. With heavy rains, road conditions can deteriorate quickly and localized flooding can occur. Motorists are asked to drive with extreme caution; observe all barricades, signage and direction from public safety personnel; and avoid driving through flooded areas, whether marked or unmarked, due to unknown depths and hidden hazards such as sink holes and missing man hole covers. The City of Saskatoon could pump up to $375,000 into the prevention of Dutch elm disease over the next two years. The rapidly spreading wilting disease was first identified in the city this summer. An infected tree was removed. City prepares to crack down on marijuana shops Friday is deadline for illegal marijuana dispensaries to close doors. Mike Howell / Vancouver Courier. April 29, 2016 02:53 PM Driving through flooded areas can cause damage to homes, businesses and personal property, and can leave drivers and passengers stranded. Saint John Water continuously monitors its drinking water for turbidity with on- line instrumentation. In the event that an increased level of turbidity requires the need for a boil water order, Saint John Water will work with the Department of Health and promptly notify citizens accordingly. To prepare for the event of a prolonged power outage, citizens are reminded to have everything they need for at least 7. This includes preparing an emergency kit for home and car. An emergency kit should include food, water, batteries, a battery- powered radio, first- aid supplies and any special items such as prescriptions, infant formula and equipment for people with disabilities. To sign up to receive emergency alerts, visit Emergency Alert on www. To report flooding, contact the City’s Customer Service at 6. To report a fallen power line or power outages, call SJ Energy at 6. For emergencies, call 9. Click here for information on reducing the risk of a flood. For updates, visit www. Twitter or Facebook and local media.
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