OCEAN FRONT PARK GROUNDBREAKING CEREMONY TO BE HELD THIS SATURDAY, JULY 16 @ 1PM

     The Town is pleased to announce that construction of the Ocean Front Park will begin the week of July 11, 2011.  The Town has contracted with Integrity Builders LLC. The park site will include an open air pavilion with a stage area for concerts and educational events; a public restroom; a small playground for young children; a rain garden; walking path with memorial pavers, native plantings and swings and benches. The park site will also include an underground storm water infiltration system that will retain approximately four blocks of storm water.

     Additionally, as part of the construction, the Town will replace the paving on Atlantic Avenue in front of the park with asphalt sloped to pervious pavers in the parking spaces for storm water management. The Town will also replace the two blocks of existing boardwalk from K to L Avenue.

     Beginning July 11, 2011, all parking on the west side of Atlantic Avenue in front of the park site will be removed and this area will be used as a construction staging area. Also, five parking spaces on the east side of Atlantic Avenue will be closed off. The Town has identified 76 new parking spaces that are located five short blocks west of the pier at Joe Eakes Park, and signage will be placed at these locations.

     We apologize in advance for any inconvenience construction during the summer months may cause. Atlantic Avenue and the boardwalk will remain open as much as is possible during this time. Due to circumstances beyond the Town’s control and grant timelines, construction must begin. The Town anticipates no work will be done to Atlantic Avenue or the boardwalk until after the Labor Day weekend.

     The Town will be offering the opportunity in the near future to contribute to the park by sponsoring a bench, swing, garden and or plantings, memorial pavers and general donations for future additions or upkeep.

 

SUMMER CONCERT THIS COMING FRIDAY NIGHT

The summer concert had to be canceled last week due to poor weather. So, come on down to the Ft. Fisher Air Force Recreation Area this Friday night from 6:30-8:30 pm to hear the country & bluegrass sounds of Kure Beach’s homegrown band, “South of K,” as part of the Summer Concert Series sponsored by the Town of Kure Beach. We hope you’ll come down and lend your support. Food is available for purchase from the concessions on the concert field, or you can bring your own. No alcohol allowed, but it can be purchased from the beer vendor at the concert.

 

STREET FESTIVAL T-SHIRT CLOSEOUT SALE!!!!

We’re putting the remaining KB Street Festival t-shirts on sale for just $5 each to close out this year’s supply. The following sizes are available. Come to Town Hall to purchase.

  • Men’s 2XL – 3 left
  • Children’s Large – 3 left
  • Children’s Medium – 15 left
  • Children’s Small – 14 left

 

NOTICE OF CANDIDACY & FILING - OFFICE OF MAYOR OR TOWN COUNCIL

The filing period for persons wishing to file Notice of Candidacy for the office of Mayor or Town Council member opens at noon on Friday, July 1 and closes at noon on July 15, 2011.

FULL NOTICE

NHC BOARD OF ELECTIONS WEBSITE

 

NORTH CAROLINA HOMESTEAD EXEMPTION

The North Carolina Homestead Exemption excludes the greater of the first $25,000 or 50% of the appraised value of the permanent residence of a qualifying owner. A qualifying owner must either be at least 65 years of age or be totally and permanently disabled. The owner cannot have an income amount for the previous year that exceeds the income eligibility limit for the current year, which for the 2012 tax year is $27,100. You may call the NC Tax Office at 919-733-3991 or New Hanover County Tax Office at 798-7300 for more information about this exemption. Forms are available at Town Hall, or you may click on this link to access the form.

http://www.dor.state.nc.us/downloads/fillin/av9_2012.pdf

 

TENNIS LESSONS – NEW REGISTRATION PROCEDURE

Registrations and payments for KB Parks & Recreation Tennis lessons will no longer be taken at Town Hall. Access the new Pleasure Island Tennis website at www.pleasureislandtennis.info to register for future sessions. The July 25 & 26 sessions are now forming. Payments will be accepted by the instructor on the first day of class.  If you have any problems with this new website, call Billie Fitzsimons @ 910-200-4101.

 

TOWN TO “ROLL OUT” NEW RESIDENTIAL RECYCLING CARTS – REVISED ROLL OUT DATE IS AUGUST 15TH

     During the month of August 2011, we will swap our recycle containers from the 18-gallon bins we currently use, to 65-gallon roll-out carts. The carts are smaller than the Town’s garbage carts, but they will hold 3-½ times more recycling material than the current recycle bins hold. Waste Management and a Town representative will begin delivering the carts to each Kure Beach residence beginning Monday, August 15th.The old recycle bins will be collected at this time. However, if you have paid for a recycle bin and wish to keep it, DO NOT put it out with your recyclables in August. Once your cart has been delivered, Waste Management won’t pick up anything placed in the small bins. All recycling will need to be put in the cart from that point on.

     We ask that you not put out additional boxes, plastic bins, and so forth for OVERFLOW RECYCLABLES. If you have overflow each week, you should take your overflow to the County’s recycle center at the Moose Lodge on Carolina Beach Road past Monkey Junction. If you decide one roll-out cart is not enough for your household, contact Town Hall at 458-8216 to request a SECOND cart. The recycling fee is $4.52 per cart, per month. An additional cart will cost you another $4.52 per month on your utility bill, whether it is put out each week or not. Because there will be no charge to obtain a cart, all carts will remain the property of Waste Management and must not be taken with you if you move away.

     Recycling will continue to be picked up every Monday, including Monday holidays. If you do not receive a roll-out cart by mid-August but notice that your neighbors have theirs, please call Town Hall and let us know.

 

KURE BEACH PARKS & RECREATION “LEGENDS IN CONCERT” BUS TRIP: TAKING RESERVATIONS NOW!!!

Make your reservation at Kure Beach Town Hall for the upcoming bus trip to see “Legends in Concert” in Myrtle Beach, SC. This trip will take place on Tuesday, September 27 for the very low price of just $46 per person. The bus will leave from Town Hall at 9:00 am and will return at 6:00 pm. This show is internationally acclaimed and is known as the pioneer of live celebrity impersonator shows. You’ll find the greatest collection of celebrity impersonators ever assembled showcasing music legends such as Elvis Presley, The Blues Brothers, Garth Brooks, Tim McGraw, Rod Stewart, Tina Turner, Cher, Madonna and many more. Space on the bus is limited, so reserve your spot today! For additional information, call Kure Beach Town Hall at 458-8216.

 

 KURE BEACH COMMITTEE VACANCIES

The Town of Kure Beach is always looking for residents who would like to serve on Town committees. For a list of committees and member vacancies, access the Town’s website and view the list at the bottom of the calendar list on the homepage. The Town is particularly looking for a volunteer to serve on the Planning and Zoning Commission.

 

COFFEE WITH THE MAYOR

Mayor Dean Lambeth wants to hear your thoughts and concerns regarding the Kure Beach community. Come and meet with him on Saturday mornings at Town Hall from 9:00 -11:00 am.