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Welcome to the Cornelius Public Works Department
Our department is located at:
18520 Starcreek Drive-Cornelius, NC 28031
We can be reached at:
Telephone: 704.895.5212
Fax: 704.895.5588
Email:
Khawkins@cornelius.org
Mailing address:
P.O. Box 399 Cornelius, NC 28078
Loose leaf pick up will begin November 2007 and will continue to the last week of February 2008. Please make sure that there are no small branches mixed in with the leaves. Also make sure that the leaves are not blocking or in the path of storm drains, storm drain ditches or sidewalks. If you have any questions concerning this service please contact us by email or phone.
You may also bag your leaves in 25 gallon clear plastic bags for Waste Management to pick up on your regular trash service day.
The Public Works Department has ten full time employees and is headed up by Ricky Overcash. Ricky has been with the Department since 1991 and has become an essential part of our Town.
The Public Works Department is responsible for the maintenance of streets including the annual paving contracts, right-of-way mowing, street lights and traffic signs. The Town also contracts its garbage collection and recycling services to a private contractor, Waste Management. There are also many services that are "traditionally" handled by cities or towns are instead handled by other local government agencies. Water and sewer issues within the Town, for example, are usually addressed by the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Utilities Department. Storm water issues are a function of Mecklenburg County Storm Water Services. There is a similar arrangement with regard to electricity. The Town’s electricity is divided into three power companies ElectriCities, Duke Power and Energy United.
Compost Bins and Rain Barrels for Sale
Cornelius, in partnership with Mecklenburg County, is offering rain barrels and compost bins for homeowners use. They can be purchased through Mecklenburg County at www.charmeck.org Or you can call 704-432-1970 for compost bins and 704-336-2455 for rain barrels. Water and Wastewater Water and wastewater services for the Town of Cornelius are provided by Mecklenburg County. For more information about water and wastewater services call the information help line at 311or if calling from cell phone 704-336-7600 or visit the Charlotte-Mecklenburg County government website at:
For compost bins visit-http://www.cboinc.com/mecklenburg
For rain barrels visit-http://www.charmeck.org/Departments/LUESA/Water+and+Land+Resources/Programs/Conservation/Rain+Barrel+.htm
Pothole Patching
The patching or filling of ruts or holes in the pavement is an essential function of the Public Works Department. Pothole repair preserves the safety of the town streets and improves the riding quality for motorists. North Carolina Department of Transportation maintains the following roads in Cornelius: I-77 ramps, Highways 21, 73, & 115, W. Catawba Ave., Nantz Rd., Jetton Rd., Bethel Church Rd., Torrence Chapel Rd., Washam Potts Rd., Westmoreland Rd., and Bailey Rd.
All other roads and streets within the Town limits (except those within new developments not yet turned over to the Town), are maintained by the Public Works Department. If you would like to request a pothole repair you can e-mail all request to Khawkins@cornelius.org or call the Public Works Department.
HOUSEHOLD GARBAGE COLLECTION
Holidays Observed
Thanksgiving Not operating Thanksgiving Day; will operate a day behind on Friday and Saturday
Christmas Not operating Christmas Day; will operate a day behind for rest of week
New Year’s Operating on a normal schedule; not off anytime.
Household garbage collection is handled by Waste Management and will be picked up once a week. All garbage must be placed in roll-out containers and placed curbside by 6:30 a.m. on your collection day. Waste Management utilizes fully automated curbside waste collection, so please follow the guidelines outlined below when curbing your roll-out:
· Curb your roll-out container the night before your collection day. Please leave space between carts of 3 feet.
· Place your roll-out within 4 feet of the road. Do not place the roll-out next to your mailbox.
· Make sure it is clear of trees and overhanging limbs.
· Make sure the wheels of your roll-out are away from the road (the lid hinge should be placed away from the road).
A resident may add a second collection cart for $70 plus a $7.52 monthly rate. This is the same negotiated rate that the Town is charged by Waste Management, and it is substantially cheaper than what the market rate is. Residents will have to set this up on their own by contacting Waste Management's Customer Service # 1-800-927-8362.
Waste Management is not responsible for missed pick-ups if the container is not curbside. Roll-out containers are the property of Waste Management and the Town of Cornelius and must not be removed from the premises.
YARD WASTE COLLECTION POLICY
Please review the following guidelines to ensure compliance with the Collection Policy:
· Yard waste consists of excess leaves, grass, shrub limbs, and tree limbs less than 4 inches in diameter and 5 feet in length, and other organic material removed in general maintenance of property by the homeowner.
· Yard waste does not consist of construction debris, demolition debris, dirt, rock, brick, block, sod, water, pavement, or any other material that could be defined as household waste or is not compost material.
· Service level is based on a per house basis. Yard waste must be placed on the curb by 6:30 a.m. of the specified pick-up day. Do not place yard debris on the sidewalk. Yard waste should only be placed on the curb of the house that generated the yard waste.
· Waste generated by private landscaping contractors will not be collected.
· Yard waste will be collected same day as solid waste and recycling.
· Yard waste service consists of one time a week pick up of yard waste from the curb.
In order for yard waste to be collected it must be prepared as follows:
· Grass clippings must be placed in clear plastic bags no larger than 25 gallons in size.
· In addition to the yard waste that is bagged, manageable piles of limbs or brush will be collected. The overall dimension of the pile should be no larger than 6 inches in diameter, 5 feet in length, 4 feet in width, and 4 feet tall.
· During heavy leaf generating months (November 1 – January 15) the contracting crew will make every effort to collect bags of leaves up to a maximum of 20. Bags must be clear plastic and no larger than 25 gallon.
· Under no circumstances will the contractor spend more than 10 minutes collecting yard waste from one house.
· During the holidays, the contractor will collect Christmas trees, garlands, and wreaths. These items must be stripped of all wires, lights, ornaments, or any other inorganic materials and placed at the curb. No flocked trees.
Yard waste that does not meet the above criteria will be tagged. If the resident makes the pile conform, it will be collected in accordance with service level stated above.
If a resident wishes a yard waste container call Waste Management at 800-927-8362. The yard waste container is 96 gallons in size and brown in color to easily identify that it is yard waste. Plastic bags will not be allowed in the yard waste cart. Only organic materials may be put in the cart. The cost of the container is $70 payable to Waste Management via a credit card before delivery will be made.
RECYCLING COLLECTION
Recycling collection is handled by Waste Management and will be collected once a week. Recycling must be curbside by 6:30 a.m. on your collection day. Waste Management is not responsible for missed pick-ups if recycling is not curbside. Recycling is collected same day as garbage and yard waste.
Items that can be recycled include:
· Metal Cans (aluminum or steel): These include soft drink, beer & food cans. Rinse out cans.
· #1 & #2 Plastic Containers: These include soft drink, liquor bottles, milk jugs and detergent bottles.
· Glass Bottles & Jars: Clear, green and brown glass is acceptable. Remove caps & lids and rinse out.
· Paper Grocery Bags: If you do not use paper grocery bags, start using them – they are better for the environment.
· Newspapers, Magazines, Catalogs, Phone Books, Junk Mail & White Paper: When recycling these items, please separate them from other recyclables by placing them in a paper bag and stacking them beneath or beside your recycling bin.
· Cardboard Boxes: Must be broken down into 3’ x 2’x 2’ bundles and tied with twine.
BULK ITEM COLLECTION
Due to an increase in the costs of providing waste services, the Town of Cornelius will no longer be providing Bulky Item pick up effective July 1, 2007. Bulky Item waste includes large items such as furniture, household appliances, electronics, and new-move bulk cardboard. the town will continue to provide solid waste, recycling and yard waste services. The Town sincerely regrets not being able to provide Bulky Item pick-up, but feels this is a prudent step to maintain other Town services at a cost-effective rate.
You may take your Bulky Items to a local landfill or view a list of private service providers below.
Private Haulers that will service Bulk Items:
Wade Brookover
Indian Trail, NC
704-821-7988
You Call We Haul
1901 Gemway Drive
Charlotte, NC 28216
704-506-6368
RID-O-VIT
18808 W. Catawba Avenue
Cornelius, NC 28031
704-895-6902
1 800 GOT JUNK
10806 Reames Road Charlotte, NC
704-509-2608
Absolute Rubbish Removal
Charlotte, NC
704-622-7926
Victor’s Hauling & Services
PO Box 5014 Charlotte, NC
704-377-1224
North Mecklenburg Recycle Center
12300 N. Statesville Rd. Huntersville, NC
Directions: From I-77 North turn right onto Reames Road. Exit 18. Turn left at stop light US 21 and travel North approximately 3 miles. The entrance will be on your right.
Phone: 704-875-1563
Hours: Tuesday-Saturday 7:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
North Mecklenburg Landfill, Inc.
15300 Holbrooks Rd., Huntersville, NC
Directions: From downtown, take I-77 to exit 18 (Reames Rd.). Go East on Reames Rd.; pass Hwy 21 (Statesville Rd.). Take a left on Hwy 15 (Old Statesville Rd.). Holbrooks Road is on the right after "The Oaks Hospital".
Phone: 704-875-3367
Hours: M-F 7:00am- 6:00pm & Sat. 7:00am-Noon
Here are other alternatives for Construction debris call the landfill or you can visit
http://www.charmeck.org/Departments/luesa/solid+waste/home.htm?header=www%2ewipeoutwaste%2ecom
for hazardous materials or any questions you may have.
Hwy. 49 C&D Landfill & Recycling Center
2105 Speedrail Court Harrisburg, NC 28025
Direstionx: From Charlotte, North on Hwy. 49, facility is off Hwy. 49 on Speedrail Court just north of Harrisburg.
Phone: 704-455-1561
Hours: M-F, 7:00 am-6:00 pm / Sat. 7:00am-Noon
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