Did you know?
Did you know the City's utility payment drive-through remains during construction of the new City Hall? Market Street SW has been converted to a one-way street, with the drive-through being accessible coming from Barbrick Avenue. The drive-through is open weekdays from 8:00 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. Visit concordnc.gov for more information about utility payment options.
Don’t be a victim, stay alert to scammers
This week, the Customer Care Center reported multiple customers calling after being contacted by scam artists. Scammers fraudulently threaten to have utilities cut off unless immediate payment is received. This sort of scam is not new or limited to any certain type of utility. The City of Concord reminds customers that any call received claiming to be your utility company and demanding immediate payment or personal information is a scam. If this happens, hang up the phone and call the customer service number on your bill and notify Concord Police at 704-920-5000.
Spring Into Arts TOMORROW!
The Spring Into Arts Festival is an annual family-friendly event in Downtown Concord that showcases and promotes the visual and performing arts. Enjoy the juried art show, musical entertainment, fantastic food, and a children's area that inspires the artistic side of all of us. The festival begins at 10:00 a.m. and continues until 4:00 p.m. Learn more at concorddowntown.com.
Annual Water Quality Report now available
The Annual Drinking Water Report for 2014 for the City of Concord is now available at concordnc.gov/WaterQualityReport. The report contains important information regarding the sources and quality of your drinking water. If you have any questions regarding the report, or if you would like to receive a paper copy, please call 704-920-5555.
Water Resources staff explain seasonal source water changes
Currently, some City of Concord water customers are detecting unusual chlorine and/or earthy smells in the drinking water. Seasonal changes can cause small changes in source water characteristics. In response to these changes, the water treatment facilities have modified the dosage of chlorine. As a result of both the source water turn-over and the change in treatment strategy, some customers may experience unusual taste and odors. Please note, the water is completely safe to drink, including normal chlorine levels in the system, and continues to meet or exceed all federal and state regulations. We regret any inconvenience, but be assured City of Concord staff are frequently monitoring the water throughout the system to ensure the safety of our drinking water customers.
NCDOT Beginning Work on I-85 Widening in Cabarrus County
The N.C Department of Transportation will begin its second Interstate 85 widening project in Cabarrus County on Monday, May 4, starting with shoulder strengthening work that will require some nighttime lane and shoulder closures. The shoulder strengthening is necessary so that traffic can be shifted over onto the shoulder during future widening work. This $197 million project will add four additional travel lanes, two in each direction, to approximately eight miles of I-85 from north of N.C. 73 (Exit 55) to north of Lane Street (Exit 63) in Cabarrus County. The primary purpose of this project is to improve traffic flow on I-85 and the interchanges in the project area. Currently, the project completion date is scheduled for late 2017. For more information, visit ncdot.gov.
Free CPR Training available to the public beginning May 8
The Fire Department, in partnership with the Parks and Recreation Department, will soon offer Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) training free of charge to the public. While not providing official certification, the program will educate the public in the lifesaving skill of CPR. The latest research indicates that hands-only CPR has a tremendous positive effect on the survivability rates in cardiac incidents. Participants will learn the fundamentals of adult and infant CPR, and how to use an automatic electronic defibrillator. The first class will take place May 8; more information and registration are now available at concordnc.gov.
Just two weeks left until Haulers on Union honors Vietnam Vets
The Haulers on Union parade will honor local veterans and included actual haulers of the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series teams on their way to Charlotte Motor Speedway. But that’s not all, the day is full of activities! Prior to the parade stop by Ride Now in Concord to enjoy a Fan Fest and the staging location for the haulers. Grab your free t-shirt and get autographs! Fan Fest will take place from 1:00 until 4:30 p.m. Then head Downtown for the Vietnam Veterans Commemorative Program at 5:00 and following the hauler parade, enjoy the sounds of Route 66. Additional details are at 600festival.com.
Parks and Recreation highlights
Please see the Spring 2015 issue of Leisure Times for a full list of programs offered by the Parks and Recreation Department.
Sign up now for the Couch to 5K Challenge
This group training and exercise program is designed to encourage, motivate, and challenge the individual to compete with his or her peers. No running experience is necessary. The final goal is to run the Streetlight 5K on Friday, July 10. Meets at Dorton Park Tuesdays and Thursdays at 6:30 p.m. between May 5 and July 7. The $15 registration fee includes a t-shirt and $5 discount on Streetlight 5K registration. Learn more and register at concordparksandrec.org.
City of Concord upcoming meetings
Unless otherwise noted, location is second floor of Municipal Building, 26 Union Street, S.
May
12 at 6:00 p.m. City Council regular session (typical Thursday session moved to Tuesday to accommodate May 14 Haulers on Union Event)
19 at 6:00 p.m. Planning and Zoning Commission
21 at 7:00 p.m. Historic Preservation Commission
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