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Commissioner Shedd told us that Oakleaf Bridge had to be repaired and
resurfaced in March. Other pot holes were repaired and corners resurfaced
throughout the town. He also reported that upon recommendation of the state
the Town would not seek a reclassification of the canals from SA to SB but
rather would seek a variance to allow this runoff only in the case of extreme
emergency.
There were 6 Rescue calls during March, 132 police calls, 1 fire call
(false alarm) and 76 traffic violations.
The Land Use Update is complete and a copy will be available for your
inspection before May 26th when two hearings will be held for your
convenience: at 2:00 P.M. and again at 7:30 P.M.
Commissioners declared May 10-16 as Municipal Clerk's week in honor of
Town Clerk Corinne Geer and her assistant, Sylvia Shaver.
Bob Gallo presented an assessment of the pros and cons of purchasing a
new fire engine or making do with the present Pumper #1.
Mayor Hanan made several announcements. A military operation called
"Solid Shield" will begin on April 25th and last through night operations on
May 4th. This will involve Harriers and helicopters flying from Bogue Field
and landing on the USS Saratoga anchored off shore. 40,000 troops will be
involved. If dangerously low flights cause concern notify the Town Hall or
Mayor Hanan at home. Such low flying is not part of the plan.
The Core Sound MOA, about which there has been controversy, will lift
the original 100 ft. altitude flying to 500 ft. on weekdays over an 11-mil^^
wide area on weekdays. On weekends over the Cape Lookout area they will
remain at 3000 ft. Some people feel that it is still a threat to fishing and
recreation activities. It is suggested that you write Senators Sanford or
Helms or Congressman Jones if you wish to have your feelings known.
Trash on Salterpath Rd. is a serious eye sore. Our own volunteers can
be helpful in cleaning up our town if enough men respond to the mayor's
request at Men's Night. However, the county and the state will take action
against those who litter. The fine is now up to $200. If you see a violation
and can identify the vehicle--license plate number is best--report to the
town. Officials will refer the matter to Diane Warrender (728-8450) or write
to Jean Dodd of DOT, Box 25201, Raleigh 27611.
Many residents have not yet obtained the required town license tag for
their cars. Please attend to this without delay. Also, now is the timie to
have your re-entry permit stamped for 1987. If you wait until it's time to
evacuate it will be too late to have it validated.
Another safety measure in case of emergency; See that your house or
living unit number is clearly visible on your own place. Don't rely on a
mailbox which is across the street, for instance. If you need police, fire
or rescue assistance they must be able to find you quickly.
In February we told you about a bill coming before the North Carolina
General Assembly which would permit mobile homes in any single family zone.
We had been given the wrong number. The correct number is Senate Bill 306.
One of you followed through by contacting his senator and he, in turn, called
Shore Line to say he knew of no such bill. We jumped the gun with the wrong
number. But there is such a proposed bill now, dated April 7, 198 7. It says
that a city cannot enforce zoning ordinances which prohibit manufactured
homes as long as they comply with all requirements applicable to single
family homes in that zone. Nor can this bill preempt valid restrictive
covenants running with the land. It may be that these conditions protect
Pine Knoll Shores but it should be watched. The concern and follow through
of this senator was impressive and made us feel good about our representation
in Raleigh.