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Matt Bernhardt
Director of Public Works and Utilities
P.O. Box 1748
Gastonia, NC 28053
704.866.6843 (phone)
704.867.0120 (fax)
Water / Sewer
Mayor and City Staff at the Long Creek Wastewater
Treatment Plant receiving a plaque from Secretary
William G. Ross, of NC Department of Environment
and Natural Resources for being the 1st government
entity to become a North Carolina Environmental
Steward - January, 2005.
NC Environmental Stewardship Initiative
ATTENTION
IMPORTANT MESSAGE!
NEW! Temporary Water Restrictions (Starting 9-27-08 thru 1-31-09)
Conservation Tips
Water Conservation FAQ's
Variance from Mandatory Water Restrictions(pdf)
Thank you for your assistance in protecting this most valuable resource. If you have questions or concerns please contact:
- Ed Cross, Water Supply and Treatment Division Manager – 704.866.6827
- Lisa Richardson, Water Supply and Treatment -Asst. Division Manager – 704.854.6686
- Mike Bynum, Customers Service Division, Civil Engineer III – 704.866.6043
- Water and Sewer Main Contact Number – 704.866.6843
Welcome
Welcome to the City of Gastonia Department of Public Works and Utilities. The Department provides a wide range of municipal services to our citizens and customers. The Department is dedicated to maintaining our "Commitment to Excellence" in service as reflected in our Mission Statement.
Our Mission
We are dedicated to continually strive toward excellence in the delivery of municipal services to our citizens and customers in the areas of Water Distribution and Treatment; Wastewater Collection and Treatment; Transportation Systems; Engineering Services and other Public Works and Utility Programs.
General Information
The Department's administrative offices are located at 1300 North Broad Street, Gastonia, North Carolina. Currently there are 202 full-time employees (excluding part-time employees) representing 22% of the total number of employees of the City. For Fiscal Year 2005-06 the Department's Operating Budget is $31,625,937 and a five year Capiltal Improvment Budget of $15,000,000. The Department is divided into four major divisions each of which is responsible for development and administration of their operating and capital budgets.
PW/Utilities Divisions
Public Works
Utilities
Water Supply and Treatment Division
Vision Statement
We will be a recognized and valued leader in the delivery of Public Works and Utility Services; provide effective leadership and management that enables the department to operate in an efficient and cost competitive manner; be the preferred provider of water and wastewater services in our region; and create a work environment that attracts and retains highly competent, dedicated, and productive employees.
Specific inquiries can be directed to Matt Bernhardt.
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