Dave Fauber is the Director of Public Works & Utilities. Dave can be reached at 757.331.3259 x17 or by email at publicworks@capecharles.org.

Tammy Teague is the Accounting Clerk/Utility Administrative Assistant. Tammy can be reached at 757.331.3259 x21 or by email at utilityclerk@capecharles.org.

For Public Works & Utilities assistance please call Tammy Teague at 757.331.3259 x21.

Remember to “Freeze the Grease” This Holiday Season

Monday, November 21, 2011 · 11:30 am
Reprinted with permission from the City of Virginia Beach Department of Public Utilities

Over the next few weeks, many households will be cooking more than usual as they prepare to host family members for the holidays. That’s why the Department of Public Utilities is asking residents to avoid sending fats, oils, and grease (FOG) down the drain.

Any FOG that enters the plumbing system, whether through your kitchen sink or bathroom toilet, can thicken and block pipes, causing sewage to back up into homes. Proper disposal can save you an inconvenient (and expensive) visit from your plumber.

Here are some simple tips to protect your home from nasty sewer back-ups and save you money this holiday season:

• Store any used oil in a can and freeze it for reuse (make sure to strain out any food particles first). Oil can be kept for up to six months and reused for up to six hours of fry time.

• Pour used oil in a can and place it in the fridge. After the grease hardens, plop the can in the trash.

And remember, turkey grease isn’t the only thing you have to be mindful of this holiday season. Many other foods, like salad dressings, butter, ice cream and even baked goods contain large amounts of FOG that can wreak havoc on your sewer system. So be sure to dispose of these foods in the trash as well.

Change in Utility Clerk Office Location

Effective December 19, 2011, the Utility Clerk’s office will be located on the second floor in the Accounting Office. If you are unable to go upstairs, a bell has been placed on the counter in the lobby. Ring the bell and someone will come downstairs to assist you. After hours, on weekends and holidays, payments can be placed in the drop box located on the exterior wall next to the front entrance of Town Hall. 

If you have any problems or issues with your utility service, you may contact the Dave Fauber, Director of Public Utilities at 331-3259 x17 or at dave.fauber@capecharles.org. 

Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant Upgrades
The Town is in the process of upgrading its water and wastewater treatment plants. Please visit the project page for the latest updates.

2010 Cape Charles Water Quality Consumer Confidence Report (June 27, 2011)
The Town of Cape Charles has just received the Consumer Confidence Report regarding our water quality. Please click here to view this report.

Waste Disposal Announcements
Due to high demand, Davis Disposal has provided a cardboard recycling dumpster located in the west parking lot beside the old Fresh Pride Grocery Store. All cardboard boxes must be broken down and placed through the narrow slot in the front of the dumpster. Businesses and individuals needing pick up services should call Public Works and be put on the list. Pick up will occur on Tuesdays only. Rates are subject to change without notice.

100+ Tips to Conserve Water
Water is a valuable resource on the Eastern Shore. Click here for 100+ Tips to Conserve Water and save on your utility bills.

Yard Debris
Yard debris will be picked up on Mondays.  The yard debris must be stacked in the front yard between the sidewalk and the curb.  Limbs and branches must be cut in maximum lengths of 4’ (See Town Code Section 58-32b.)  No limbs larger than a 2” radius will be picked up.  Loose debris, vines and leaves must be bagged. Construction Debris WILL NOT be picked up.

If you have a large or bulky item to be picked up, please call or email Tammy Teague at 331-3259 x21 or utilityclerk@capecharles.org. A $25 fee is charged for each item.

Recycling Facilities
Northampton County provides several Recycling Facilities that accept plastic, glass, newspaper, cardboard, aluminum and steel cans, waste oil and batteries.  The closest location to the Town is in Bayview at 22564 Bayview Circle.  The hours of operation are Monday – Saturday 7 AM – 12 Noon and 2 PM – 7 PM; Sunday 1 PM – 6 PM.  More information can be located on the Northampton County website at www.co.northampton.va.us/departments/landfill.html.