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JANUARY 28, 2010
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Weather Alert
The Town's Public Works Crews are preparing for adverse weather. Snow and/or ice removal is performed in accordance with an adopted priority plan: main streets first, then subdivision "through" streets, and lastly, cul-de-sacs.

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Market Analysis
We've prepared a short online survey about the Holly Springs Farmers Market, which opens its fourth season May 1.

Our market staff will analyze the responses to help us make this season the best yet for patrons and vendors.

The survey will remain open throughout this month.

>>Click here for the survey
BUSINESS WATCH
See an update of Holly Springs' economic development, which continues despite the slowdown nationally.

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Support for Rex
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Rex Healthcare, with the strong and unilateral support of the Town of Holly Springs, has announced it will submit a certificate of need application to the N.C. Division of Health Service Regulation for three new operating rooms, including two at a facility Rex will open here in 2012.

Support Rex Healthcare's request by writing the state Division of Health Service Regulation by Feb. 5. For details on expressing support, see the News Highlights section of www.hollyspringsnc.us.

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Holly Springs to Haiti
Haiti Relief LogoIn response to the earthquake in Haiti, the Town of Holly Springs has partnered with Crescent State Bank to collect monetary donations to be sent to the American Red Cross.

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Counting on You to Be Counted
Census Logo Did you know that over 15 percent of the Town budget comes from revenues that are based on population?

In mid-March every household in Holly Springs and the nation will receive their census forms in the mail. These forms are to be filled out completely and returned by April 1. The questionnaire has 10 questions and  takes only about 10 minutes to complete. Responses are confidential and protected by law.

Christine Mackey, partnership specialist with the US Census Bureau, will be at the Feb. 2 Town Council meeting to discuss the importance of participating in the 2010 census.

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Keeping Your Water Clean
Although your water is safe to drink, it may smell and taste more like chlorine in March. This is because treatment plants change how they disinfect water each March.

waterState and federal rules require a balancing of treatment methods for safe drinking water. Water plants throughout the state do this month-long switchover each year.

Kidney dialysis users should be aware that the water may contain chloramines, chlorine, or a mixture during March.
 
During April, the water plant will return to the use of chloramines disinfection. Mixtures of chlorine and chloramines may be present during the early days of April. Aquarium owners should use neutralizers that work on chlorine as well as chloramines.
 
We will flush lines during this period. That may cause minor discoloration of the water. It remains safe. Call Kai Vannoy, utilities supervisor, at (919) 552-9170 or (919) 577-1090 if you have any questions.
 
Photo Contest
photog Amateur photographers of all ages are invited to enter the first Bass Lake Photography Contest.

Entries are due March 31. A show and reception for participants will be Friday, April 30 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at  our Bass Lake Park and Retreat Center.

>>Click here for details