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Water Restrictions During Water Tower Updates

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This notice is for all residents and non-residents with City water services. The announcement attached was mailed to residents and should be in your mailboxes today or tomorrow.

We are taking this very seriously and will have employees out 24/7 ensuring the restrictions are being adhered to. Below are some questions and answers that we have anticipated our residents having. Please review these and the announcement before calling the City Office. If your question(s) is not answered below, we welcome you to call or ask the question in the comments.

Thank you in advance for helping us to make this a smooth process.

Q: How did you choose when this would be completed?

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Q: Why would the City not have more say in something like this?

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Q: How often will this need to be done?

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Q: Why do we have water restriction this time when we haven’t in the past?

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Q: How long with this take?

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Q: What will happen if we are caught watering using a sprinkler, underground watering system or any other extended period watering device?

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***Click on the announcement for a printable version***

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Power outages happen unexpectedly and usually at the most inopportune times. Most only lasting a few hours but in cases like last Saturday, the power outage can last for extended lengths of time and it is important to know how to protect yourself and others.

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Monday – Friday (8a – 5p) 402.821.3233

After-hours 402.821.2111

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??????? ???? ????????? ???????. Most homeowners’ insurance policies cover damage caused by power surges and food spoilage up to a certain dollar amount. There could be exceptions and stipulations, so it is important that t you are in the know and get a hold of your agent to ask those questions.

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??????????. Disconnect appliances and electronics to avoid damage from electrical surges. Install carbon monoxide detectors with battery backup in central locations on every level of your home to avoid carbon monoxide poisoning.

???? ???????. Keep freezers and refrigerators closed. A refrigerator will keep food cold for four hours. A full freezer will keep the temperature for about 48 hours. If you are in doubt, monitor temperatures with a thermometer and throw out food if the temperature is 40 degrees or higher. Maintain a few days’ supply of nonperishable food and water.

???? ???? ??????? ?????. If you rely on electricity for any medical needs, make a power outage plan for medical devices or refrigerated medicines. Find out how long medication can be stored at higher temperatures and get specific guidance for any medications that are critical for life.

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Most of the information above was from FEMA’s website. For more preparation and safety tips, visit https://www.ready.gov/power-outages

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Due to ongoing drought conditions, The City of Wilber is initiated Stage 1 water conservation measures by implementing voluntary utility water conservation measures. If conditions worsen, it may require the City to implement mandatory water use restrictions. Effective immediately, the following voluntary water use restrictions are in place:

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? On odd number days, odd number houses water. On even number days, even number houses water.

? If you have underground sprinklers that can be set, we ask that you water throughout the night to reduce water usage during the day.

? If you are home throughout the day, try to spread water usage throughout the day and night. We are seeing the highest usage in the mornings when people are getting ready for work and watering yards before it gets hot. We need to see a reduction during this time.

? Minimize or discontinue water use for non-essential purposes.

? Check for and repair all leaks, dripping faucets, and running toilets.

Thank you for your cooperation – residents will be notified when these restrictions are no longer required or if conditions warrant additional conservation measures. Notifications will be posted at the City Office, Banks, the City of Wilber website and Facebook page. We will also put a notice in the paper.

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We will be on the southwest corner of the City Park by the sign.

Come a little early as the presentation will start promptly at 1pm.

Jayda Yager will be sharing how the 8th grade class planned this project and how they chose what items they would include.

There will be extra room in the capsule so if you or your business have something that you would like to include, please bring it with you. Make sure it coincides with Wilber and current times.

Hope to see you all there!

Licensing & Fees

Building Permits Building permits are required for any building, addition, outbuilding, fence, etc. Complete this application and return to the Wilber City Office. It is also important to note that you must call the Diggers Hotline (Dial 811) before any digging may take … Read More

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City of Wilber
110 W. Third Street
PO Box 486
Wilber, NE 68465

P: (402) 821-3233
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