Wilmington signs regional letter opposing Fuquay Varina interbasin transfer request
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The council unanimously approved signing a Cape Fear Council of Governments letter opposing Fuquay Varina’s proposed interbasin transfer, citing risks to the Cape Fear River; staff urged residents to submit comments to the state by April 1.
The Wilmington City Council voted unanimously to join a regional coalition in opposing Fuquay Varina’s proposed interbasin transfer request to take water from the Cape Fear River basin.
Legislative affairs director Kara Spencer briefed the council and said the letter—drafted by the Cape Fear Council of Governments—aligns with the city’s legislative priorities to protect the Cape Fear River and seek return flows. Spencer said the request involves about 6,170,000 gallons per day and urged residents to submit comments; Councilmember Clinton Quintana read the contact email for DEQ (mayaholcomb@deq.nc.gov) and staff noted a public comment deadline of April 1.
Mayor Bill Saffo and other council members described the proposal as a regional concern with potential effects on water quality and supply and urged community participation. The council approved the resolution to sign the letter without opposition.
