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City Hall flooded by ruptured water tank; council praises public-works snow response
Summary
A ruptured water tank flooded the City Hall basement; staff installed new drains and a shut-off valve. Council praised Public Works and emergency departments for snow and ice response and interdepartmental assistance on a difficult transport.
Public Works reported that a water tank ruptured and flooded the City Hall basement; crews installed new drains and a shut-off valve to minimize damage and replaced a leaking toilet. The report also noted heating loss caused by cracked single-pane windows and ongoing snow removal operations. Council discussed considering a V blade for sidewalk clearing between Food Lion and Speedway.
Councilor Natalie Haddix highlighted a recent coordinated response when EMS, Public Works and the Fire Department assisted a resident during snow and ice conditions, calling attention to interdepartmental cooperation. "Everyone worked together. We always hear the bad, but it is very important to focus on the good as well," she said. Councilors also praised Public Works for continued snow removal efforts.
