Why are Weddington Residents concerned about this facility? (please see below for some salient points resides have raised)
Health Issues from ground contamination and aerobic distribution of bacteria
Close to Schools
Danger to ground drinking water
Odor
Mismanagement by private contractual agreements
Potential burden on Weddington Tax Payers in the event of HOA failure
Proliferation of like facilities
Danger to children and wildlife from “non-drinkable” water with “The Woods” development and other surrounding developments
Lower land values in surrounding areas
Lower tax base from residents leaving communities due to concerns about the facility.
Spillage from trucks removing bio-solids from facility.
“The Woods” community not selling due to reclaimed water use.
Do any other similar facilities exist in North Carolina?
Yes. A similar facility exists in Cary, NC. There's a recent entry on our blog that has links to articles with more details.
Has the decision been made yet?
No. The official decision has not been made. The Planning Committee unanimously rejected The Woods
proposed sewer facility. It will now be up to the Town Council to
decide whether to accept the Planning Committee's recommendation or to overrule
them and approve the facility.