VINELAND WATER UTILITY IMPLEMENTS WATER USE RESTRICTIONS
Due to the recent heat wave and well below average rainfall for the past 60 days, the City of Vineland Water Utility is experiencing much higher-than-normal customer demand. Although there has been some improvement over the weekend, as of today, June 24, the Vineland Water Utility is continuing to experience dangerously low water volume pumping capacity required to meet the existing water consumption demands by residents and commercial customers.
“Because of the situation, we have three primary concerns,” said Vineland Municipal Utilities Director John Lillie “First, due to the demand, the system is already experiencing lower water pressure than normal. Second, we face the possibility of having a demand higher than our pumping capacity, resulting in loss of water to our residents and business community. Finally, reduced capacity could impact public safety in the event of a major fire, which could lead to fire trucks literally sucking a water main dry. Our residents and business community conserving water is our best resource to alleviate the stress currently affecting our water distribution system.“
“As a result, we are instituting water use restrictions as outlined in the Vineland Municipal Code Chapter 687 – Part 4-Article 687-149. These restrictions will remain in effect until pumping capacity is restored. We thank you in advance for your cooperation and apologize for any inconvenience this may cause residents or businesses,” Director Lillie concluded.
Vineland Water Utility customers are required to take the following steps to reduce their water use:
Restrictions on outdoor water use apply to all users in the City of Vineland at all times regardless of source of supply (e.g., public water supplies, well or ground water, lakes, streams, or ponds) unless expressly exempt in § 687-154, Exemptions. Such outdoor water use shall conform to the following water use restrictions:
A. Car washing, pressure washing, and other non-landscape outdoor water uses:
(1) Properties may only use water for this purpose two days per week.
(a) Properties with even number addresses may only use water on Wednesdays and Saturdays.
(b) Properties with odd number addresses may only use water on Thursdays and Sundays.
B. Lawn watering with a hose or hose-end sprinkler:
(1) Properties may only use water for this purpose two days per week.
(a) Properties with even number addresses may only use water on Wednesdays and Saturdays.
(b) Properties with odd number addresses may only use water on Thursdays and Sundays.
(2) Watering shall only be conducted between the hours of 6:00 a.m. and 9:00 a.m. or between the hours of 5:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m.
(3) The watering of any single area shall not exceed thirty minutes per day.
(4) Flowers and shrubs may be watered as needed with a hand-held hose equipped with an automatic shut-off nozzle.
(5) No hose or hose-end watering shall be permitted when it is raining.
C. Irrigating lawns and landscapes with automatic irrigation systems equipped with a conventional irrigation controller:
(1) Properties may only use water for this purpose two days per week.
(a) Properties with even number addresses may only use water on Wednesdays and Saturdays.
(b) Properties with odd number addresses may only use water on Thursdays and Sundays.
(2) Irrigation shall only be conducted between the hours of 12:00 midnight and 10:00 a.m.
(3) Operation of any irrigation zone equipped with spray (mist) heads shall not exceed 15 minutes per zone. Operation of any irrigation zone equipped with rotary sprinkler heads shall not exceed 50 minutes per zone.
D. Flowers and shrubs irrigated with drip or micro irrigation:
(1) Properties may use water for this purpose as needed.
E. State of New Jersey requirements shall supersede those identified in this document when more stringent than those identified in the city ordinance.
EXTREME HEAT CONDITIONS
Today, June 17, kicks off a multi-day heatwave that will grip the area. Humidity will be on the rise with temperatures in the 90’s, but by mid-week the REAL FEEL temps will be around 100. On top of the heat and humidity, there is no appreciable rain in the forecast for at least the next 7 days.
An extreme heat event is a series of hot days, much hotter than average for a particular time and place. Extreme heat is deadly and kills more people than any other weather event. Please take action, as needed, to protect yourself and your loved ones. CLICK HERE for more information.
APPLICATION FOR NEW AFFORDIBLE HOMES
The City of Vineland is pleased to announce the upcoming construction of four new affordable homes, expected to be ready for occupancy this fall. If you belong to a low or moderate-income household and are interested, you can fill out a preliminary application to be part of the applicant pool. Visit https://www.triadhousingprograms.com/vineland-mta for the pre-application. For additional information about the affordable housing application process, please contact us at housing@triadincorporated.com. We look forward to assisting you in making these homes.
Nominating Petitions for the 2024 Vineland Municipal Elections are now available
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GET THE myVineland MOBILE APP
The City of Vineland has launched a new mobile app, myVineland, which is free and can be downloaded from the Apple Store or Google Play Store.
The user-friendly tool features an easy-to-use interface where you can submit and track non-emergency service requests, and receive important news updates, and emergency alerts. It also provides quick links to frequently visited sections of the city’s website including contact information, online payments options, forms and other documents, the Municipal Calendar of Events, social media pages, and more.
AppleGoogleNascolite Corporation Superfund Site Review
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is conducting its fourth five-year review of the Nascolite Corporation Superfund Site in Millville and Vineland, New Jersey. This review will evaluate whether the cleanup plans selected by EPA in the 1988 and 1991 Records of Decision and modified through an Explanation of Significant Differences (ESD) in 2004, are protective of human health and the environment. For the complete Public Notice Click Here.
PROJECT BEAUTIFY
The city has launched a new Exterior Improvement Program which is available to UEZ certified small businesses and small nonprofits with 10 employees or less located anywhere within the Vineland Urban Enterprise Zone. The Program will offer 5-year forgivable loans with a maximum amount of $50,000, and a 10% match by the property owner. It is designed to improve the appearance of Vineland’s commercial corridors which are the economic arteries of the city.
In order to apply for the Program, your business must be UEZ certified, pay prevailing wages, and be in tax compliance. For more information about the program, or how to become a certified UEZ business, please contact the Economic Development Department at (856) 794-4000, ext. 4102.
CLICK HERE for the “Project Beautify” application.
NEW ELECTRONICS, MOTOR OIL AND ANTIFREEZE DROPOFF LOCATION
Beginning Tuesday, January 17, 2023, all Electronics, Used Motor Oil, and Used Antifreeze should be dropped off at the Material Handling Facility located at 1271 S. Mill Road. Hours are Monday through Friday from 7:30 am to 3:00 pm. For questions, please call the Solid Waste and Recycling Department at 856-794-4089.
EMERGENCY RESCUE MORTGAGE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
New Jersey’s Emergency Rescue Mortgage Assistance (ERMA) program provides financial assistance for eligible homeowners who have experienced a significant decrease of income or increase of expenses due to COVID-19 and have been unable to remain current with their mortgage payments.
Applicants may receive up to $75,000 per household, in the form of a three-year forgivable loan, with no interest or payments due. Funds can be used for mortgage reinstatement assistance; escrow shortages; delinquent property taxes; municipal or tax liens; and up to four future mortgage payments, inclusive of principal, interest, taxes, and homeowner’s insurance. For more information, email the ERMA team at HAFServicing@njhmfa.gov, or call them at (855) 647-7700.
RENTING A CITY PARK
If you are interested in reserving a city park for an event, please call the Vineland Recreation Department at 856-794-4084, or visit their office at 1045 E. Butler Avenue between the hours of 7:00 AM and 3:00 PM. Please remember, when visiting park facilities it is the user’s responsibility to maintain proper conduct and to keep the park and field areas free from trash and debris for the future enjoyment of others. The Recreation Division reserves the right to bar access for any neglect or abuse.
Deployed Military Member Utility Services Discount
The City of Vineland recognizes the sacrifices of the men and women in our military and find it necessary to provide a benefit to assist those serving our Country during their deployment in order to relieve some of their burdens while protecting our country, and providing for the needs of their families in their absence. Please click here to access the application form.
GOLD STAR FAMILIES DISCOUNT
The City of Vineland recognizes the sacrifices of the men and women in our military and the continued suffering and grief felt by their Gold Star Family members and other loved ones, and as such we wish to provide a benefit to assist the Gold Star Families in honor of their sacrifice. Please click here to access the application form.
