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Pender County delays park opening after septic problems; engineer agrees to redesign at no cost

Pender County Board of Commissioners · January 6, 2026
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Commissioners paused approval of a parks change‑order item after soil and septic issues surfaced. Staff said the engineering firm will redesign the wastewater solution at no cost and provide temporary restrooms; the board asked for bond‑counsel review and deferred action until more details can be provided.

Pender County commissioners on Jan. 5 paused action on a parks project after staff reported soil and septic problems that threaten the scheduled opening of a new park.

Commissioners pressed staff for details about earlier soil studies and change orders, which staff said numbered roughly 11 to 12 and included owner‑requested items and field discoveries. Project staff said an engineering firm…

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