Robert Houston

The Water Shortage Management Implementation Plan details the mechanics for putting the Water Shortage Ordinance into practice during water supply problems and emergencies. This plan outlines priority uses (essential, community/business, discretionary), establishes notification procedures, defines multiple stages of response with escalating restrictions, and details enforcement measures, appeals processes, and variance considerations. The primary objective is to enable the City of Conover Water Department to quickly and effectively respond to crises, ensuring minimal cost and maintaining a safe and reliable water supply for the community.

The document outlines the fee schedule for the fiscal year 2025-2026. It includes fees for various administrative services such as cemetery plots, civil citations, community room rentals, park shelters, and convenience fees for debit/credit card transactions. The schedule also covers fees related to the fire department, including hazardous material emergency response, fire inspections, and code violations. Additionally, it details charges for planning department services like certificate of occupancy, driveway permits, zoning amendments, and construction permits. The document further includes fees for public utilities, such as water and sewer customer charges, connection charges, excess usage charges, utility deposits, and charges related to pretreatment programs, public works equipment and services.

The City of Conover's 2025-2026 Strategic Plan focuses on prosperity through growth control, core infrastructure development, and economic development initiatives. It aims to enhance well-being by ensuring safe neighborhoods, vibrant walkable places, and citizen preparedness. Additionally, the plan emphasizes innovation and excellence by prioritizing the city as a preferred employer, fostering an engaged City Council, and creating inviting parks and facilities.

The City of Conover's 2023-2024 Strategic Plan focuses on five key areas: Good Governance, Organizational Excellence, Quality of Life & Community Development, Infrastructure, and Responsible Growth. Good Governance aims to improve communication with citizens, streamline regulations, and foster effective council dynamics. Organizational Excellence focuses on data-driven decision-making, performance measurement, and attracting/retaining a qualified workforce. Quality of Life initiatives include restoring pre-pandemic event programming, improving marketing efforts, and building unique public spaces. Infrastructure priorities involve sustainable funding, regional partnerships, and improving community walkability. Responsible Growth focuses on promoting quality development patterns, encouraging non-residential development, and streamlining development regulations.