United States Census 2020

The Census is a population count of every person living in the U.S. and its five territories. In March 2020, households across the country began receiving invitations to respond. Results will shape how billions of dollars in federal funds are allocated to communities for critical public services such as healthcare, education, infrastructure, and public safety. They also determine the number of seats each state will have in the U.S. House of Representatives, and are used to draw congressional and state legislative districts.

Knowing who lives throughout the nation means that communities can better support programs and services benefitting people aged 65 and older, low-income people, veterans, children, and newborns.

When you respond to the 2020 Census, you are helping to shape the future of your community.

This year is the first time everyone can respond online, by phone, or by mail. For more information, check out this video, or connect with me to set up an interview with a Census representative.

Don’t forget to fill out the #2020Census! This week, 500,000 census takers across the country will go door to door to assist people who have not yet responded. If you don’t want visitors, you can respond online, by phone, or by mail. Learn more here: https://2020census.gov/. 

 

 

United States Coast Guard Auxiliary Resumes Free Vessel Safety Checks

The United States Coast Guard Auxiliary, Oak Island, has resumed offering free vessel safety checks. A vessel safety check is now available by appointment. At this time, vessel safety checks are limited to open cockpit vessels. Vessel owners should anticipate about a one-week period between requesting the appointment and the actual vessel examination.

The vessel examiner will be wearing a mask and will maintain safe social distancing throughout the vessel safety check.

To schedule an appointment, go to the Flotilla 10-05 website and follow the prompts to schedule a vessel safety check.

www.Flotilla10-05.org and click on vessel safety check

City of Southport announces a Virtual Merchant Showcase

Beginning today, up to 50 retail merchants and restaurants that are located within the Southport city limits who take the “Southport Safe Pledge” can sign up to receive a FREE promotional package from the city valued at $3000. This includes a 2-minute video interview, business/product photography, a video listing in the Merchant Showcase, print advertising, and digital promotions through the holiday season. An online “Southport Virtual Merchant Portal,”  is available with all program details, helpful resources, and the online sign-up form. The deadline to sign-up is Friday, August 14th and is limited to the first 50 eligible businesses to apply. SIGN-UP NOW!

Click here for a sneak preview of the Southport Virtual Merchant Showcase !

City of Southport Board of Aldermen Special Meeting

City of Southport Board of Aldermen Special Meeting
UDO Rewrite Draft Text Amendment Public Hearing Notice

The public will take notice that the City of Southport Board of
Aldermen will meet on Monday, August 31st, 2020 at 6 PM at the
Southport Community Building, located at 223 E. Bay St. for the
purpose of holding a public hearing on a zoning text amendment that
would rewrite and update the Unified Development Ordinance.

The public is encouraged to attend. The Proposed Draft of the UDO
Rewrite can be found at https://cityofsouthport.com/planning-and-inspections/.

Questions and comments concerning the proposed UDO Draft can be
forwarded to [email protected].

Meetings of the Board of Aldermen are now open. Facial coverings are required. Meetings will
have a 50-person capacity and social distancing must be adhered to.

Thomas Lloyd
City Planner

 UDO Revised Draft

UPDATE – Yard Debris Pickup

Normal yard debris that was not picked up last week will be picked up today, August 17th.  The regular yard debris schedule will resume on Wednesday, August 19th.

Note:  This does not include storm debris from the hurricane.  Storm debris pick up is being arranged and will be announced at a later date.

 

BATALLION CHIEF OF OPERATIONS

BATALLION CHIEF OF OPERATIONS

The City of Southport has an opening in the Fire Department.

The BATALLION CHIEF OF OPERATIONS is a full-time permanent position in the Fire Department.

The immediate supervisor for this position is the Fire Chief. The person in this position is supervised daily regarding briefings and task assignments. The person in this position works autonomously, conferring daily with his/her immediate supervisor. The person in this position works regular hours during the week, also working two to three times a month attending various training/business meetings of the department held in the evenings. There is no shift work associated with this position.

The employee will perform duties for the Southport Fire Department as related with directing a variety of departmental activities to include fire suppression, fire prevention and education programming, and emergency medical response to protecting the lives and property of the citizens from fire damage and injury. The Battalion Chief of operations focuses on the emergency medical services planning, organizing and service while also assisting with fire related matters.

The person in this position must have a valid North Carolina driver’s license, NC Fire Fighter 1 & 2 certification, EMT-Basic is preferred, may obtain within 1 year of hire, Fire Officer I required, Fire Officer II preferred, Emergency Vehicle Driver Certification required, must obtain and maintain yearly CPR certifications.

Annual salary is 56,603.00 plus full benefits with retirement and health insurance.

Applications are available at 1029 North Howe Street or www.cityofsouthport.com. Applications may be submitted to Chief Charles A. Drew [email protected] .

Closing date to receive applications Tuesday, August 25, 2020 2:00pm.