Water Department Moves to New Mainland Office
Beginning on Wednesday, June 3, 2009, the Water Department's mainland staff office and customer service center will be located at the new water treatment facility in Maple.
Customers wishing to pay water bills in person will be served by a convenient drive-up window at the office, which is located at 444 Maple Road. The county's newest water plant is across Maple Road from the Currituck Sheriff's Office and features a Reverse Osmosis treatment process, laboratory, and administrative offices.
County Budget Available for Public Review
Citizens may review the FY 2009 - 2010 County Budget prior to a Board of Commissioners public hearing scheduled for June 15, 2009. The new budget must be approved by the end of June and takes effect on July 1, 2009.
One highlight included within the budget proposal is the property tax rate for Currituck County, which will remain at the current level of $0.32. In the present fiscal year, this ranks Currituck as the 7th lowest property tax rate among North Carolina's 100 counties.
Anyone wishing to review the budget may do so online here. A printed version is available in the County Manager's office at the Historic Courthouse. Call 232-2075 for more information.
July 4 Celebration to Feature Rising Country Music Star
Currituck's 17th Annual Independence Day Celebration will feature a performance by rising country music star Stephen Cochran. This free event, held at Currituck Heritage Park in Corolla, begins at 5:00 p.m.
Cochran will take the stage at 7:30 p.m., with the fireworks show to start at dusk. More
Citizens should be aware that July 4 falls on a Saturday and plan accordingly, as this is a "changeover" day for most rental homes. Those attending the Celebration should be aware that traffic on NC 12 could be heavier than normal due to the high number of tourists leaving and entering the Currituck Outer Banks. For more information, contact the Tourism Department at 453-9612.
Hurricane Season is Here - Be Prepared!
Though Currituck County has not faced a major hurricane in a number of years, residents should always be prepared. Hurricane season officially began on June 1, 2009 and Currituck Emergency Management encourages all citizens to update emergency safety kits and family plans.
Local information on pre-storm planning, protecting property, and evacuations can be found online here. Currituck County also maintains an Evacuation Assistance Registry, for citizens who may need special help during an evacuation due to age or medical conditions. Please contact Social Services at 232-3083 for Registry information.
Another excellent source of useful information can be found online at the state's ReadyNC.org site. This includes a wide variety of information, such as checklists for safety kits.
For more information on hurricane preparedness, contact Currituck Emergency Management at 232-2115.
Tips for an Emergency Safety Kit
- Water - 1 gallon per person per day
- First Aid kit
- Non-perishable food
- Baby supplies
- Non-electric can opener
- Blankets or sleeping bags
- Portable radio, flashlight ,and extra batteries
- Essential medications
- Extra house and car keys
- Pet supplies
- Extra clothing, shoes, and cash
Happy Anniversary! Coinjock Canal Celebrating 150 Years
Currituck County will recognize 2009 as the 150th Anniversary of the "Coinjock Canal", a section of the Albemarle and Cheseapeake Canal, during a special ceremony on Sunday, June 14, 2009. More
Governor's Office Launches JobsNOW Website
In May, the state of North Carolina launched JobsNOW, an online resource to help citizens locate job opportunities, embark on a new career, or expand or create a business in North Carolina. Visit this website for a range of information on careers, businesses, financing, government contracts, and relocation.
Check Out Extension's "Ask An Expert" Web Tool
County residents now have the expertise of the nation's land-grant universities at their fingertips, thanks to a new web tool offered by the Currituck Cooperative Extension Center. With this new Extension resource, called the Ask an Expert Widget, county residents can submit questions, via the county Extension web site, at any time of day or night. More
4-H Summer Camp Information and Registration
The Currituck 4-H club is now accepting registration for its 2009 summer camps. 4-H is operated by Cooperative Extension.
The summer day camps include Camp Cloverbud, for children ages 5 - 8, and 4-H/SOS Around the World in 5 Days for children ages 9 - 13. More
Parks & Rec Activities and Summer Camps
Currituck Parks & Recreation is currently accepting registration for Adult Softball. A fee of $200 per team is due, with a maximum of three out-of-county players on each team. Information is also available on the upcoming British Challenger Soccer Camp and the Currituck Knights Basketball Camp. More
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