Woodfin
Board continues water
conservation discussion
ternal controls as concerned with The board also approved the use
By Matt Tate
the handling of funds within the of funds, which are not to exceed
department. $8,000, to repair aging water lines
The drought throughout the While most of the language on Riverside Drive. The repairs
Woodfin Water District has been in the resolution reflects already could be approved to work con-
ongoing for three years. The antici- administered standards, Martin junctively with a proposed national
pated return of an dry climate this said, “The biggest danger is getting economic stimulus package for
year continues to drive discussions complacent.” “shovel-ready” projects.
for development of a comprehensive
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water conservation plan.
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The Woodfin Water Board dis-
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Weaverville Rotary Club
EECE’S TIRE DEALS
cussed several proposed aspects of
the plan at its monthly meeting
New Location
Monday (Jan. 19), including block
American Flag Program
(Old Kelly Building)
water rates based on usage.
283 Weaverville Hwy.
The board has a preliminary ver-
The Club wishes to thank the various businesses, groups &
Over 30 years experience! sion of the rates, which Woodfin
individuals whose sponsorship of the flags make this pro-
Fastest service in town! Sanitary Water and Sewer District
Director Joe Martin said would af-
gram possible, please let them know you appreciate their
fect no more than 4 percent of the
support.
district’s customers.
Trustee Marjorie Meares request-
Ace Hardware – Weaverville
ed Martin tweak the rate structure
Curtis Wright Outfitters
to investigate how much water
Weaverville Tribune
Same friendly faces & quick
would be conserved if 30 percent of
Dry Ridge Appraisal & Central Barber Shop
service that you’re used to,
the district’s customers were affected
Brank Insurance Agency
by the new rates.
Beverly Hanks
just at a new location.
Both Meares and Trustee Keith
Cloninger, Elmore, Hensley & Searson
Snyder agreed that any proposal
Subway - Weaverville
New & Used Tires
for changing rates would need to
Dry Ridge Inn
Lawn & Garden Tires Danny Whitted
be implemented with sensitivity
Custom Wheels owner since 1998
Quality America
in regards to the current depressed
Secret Garden Inn & Spa
Mon-Fri.-8-5:30 – Sat 8-12 • Closed Sunday
economy.
Blue Mountain Pizza
828-645-6666 or 252-2254
The board will continue discuss-
Bolinger Dentistry
ing rate structure, as well as review
Weaverville Eye Associates
feedback from area contractors
HomeTrust Bank
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on water conservation, at its work
Weaverville Drug Company
euben
session Feb 5. At Chair James Lati-
General Equipment Rental
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more’s request, Meares will head
Rodney’s Auto Service
aldwell Drilling, Inc.
discussions about the proposed plan
Locus Grove Ladies Friendship Class
through work sessions, and Snyder
Robert & Priscilla Shepard
will guide a public hearing on the
Cole Vending
(828) 254-3581
plan when it reaches that stage.
KFC – Weaverville
“I want everyone to be involved
Burger King – Weaverville
with this project,” Latimore said.
“All your water needs since 1953”
West Funeral Home
The board, while stimulated by
Bo jangles – Weaverville
the plan’s possibilities, is in no hurry
Xpress Lube - Weaverville
351 New Leicester Hwy. ~ Asheville, NC 28806
to approve an unrealized version.
Preservation Hall
Latimore said, “I approach [this
conservation plan] with great timid-
ity and uncertainty. I’m glad we are
The program is open to individuals, groups or business
easing into this.”
sponsors, if you are interested please contact Darcy Willis
The water level, currently, at the at Preservation Hall, 115N. Main Street, 645-1047, or the
district’s reservoir is at a high capac-
Weaverville Rotary Club at PO Box 283, Weaverville, NC
ity, prompting the board to remove
natural foods • remedies
28787. Contributions are tax deductible and support vari-
the mandatory water restrictions
supplements • toys • supplies • gifts
which had been in place since last
ous activities for our local schools & the community. First
year.
time sponsorship is $100/yr.;
Over 20 Lines of Natural & Organic Foods for Dogs, In other news, the board passed ongoing support is $75.00/year.
Cats, Small Animals, Birds & Fish its first resolution of the calendar
year. The resolution dictates in-
Castor & Pollux • Wellness • California Natural
Solid Gold & more!
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6 THE TRIBUNE - Jan 22 - 28, 2009
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