Chem-Nuclear's Involvement in the Community

Chem-Nuclear has always been actively involved in the local community. The list below includes a variety of ways Chem-Nuclear impacts the community through donations and direct involvement. Employees of Chem-Nuclear have been board members of organizations such as the Barnwell County Chamber of Commerce, Tri-County Alliance Economic Development Board, the Barnwell County United Way, the Barnwell County Rotary Club, the Barnwell County Chapter of the American Cancer Society, and the Tri-County Workforce Readiness Partnership. Chem-Nuclear donated a tract of land to the Town of Snelling for their fire main pump. In addition, Chem-Nuclear donated five fire hydrants to the Town of Snelling. The Snelling Volunteer Fire Deptartment and the Chem-Nuclear Fire Brigade work together. Chem-Nuclear's fire truck is available to Snelling if needed. Chem-Nuclear has trained firefighters who are always ready to assist in any fire emergency. In 1983, Chem-Nuclear agreed to protect a Carolina Bay (Craig Pond) through the SC Heritage Trust Program. Through the years, Chem-Nuclear recognized the unique characteristics of this wetlands area should be permanently protected. On January 19, 1995, Chem-Nuclear granted a Conservation Easement on 267 acres where there are two Carolina Bays - Craig Pond and Long Pond. Since 1992, Chem-Nuclear has assisted the SC Waterfowl Association (SCWA) and SC Wildlife and Marine Resources Department with tours of Craig Pond for groups including students, garden clubs, civic organizations and others. The SCWA is tracking wood duck nest productivity in Craig Pond. A platform next to one of the wood duck boxes allows visitors to see ducks, eggs, and/or abandoned boxes. Chem-Nuclear was a major contributor to the Barnwell County Historical Committee's Courtyard Project. This project was completed in 1999. Chem-Nuclear is a corporate sponsor of the Barnwell County Arts Council. Chem-Nuclear is a sponsor of the Annual Hooked on Fishing - Not On Drugs Fishing Rodeo held in conjunction with the SC Wildlife Department and the Barnwell County Chamber of Commerce. Chem-Nuclear employees volunteer to assist at this event that combines fishing and drug awareness programs for youth in the county. Chem-Nuclear funds transportation costs for Barnwell County special-needs children attending a summer camp program coordinated by the Barnwell County Health Department. Chem-Nuclear supports the Barnwell Recreation Department by sponsoring local baseball and soccer teams. Chem-Nuclear volunteers host parties for the residents of the Barnwell County Nursing Home at Halloween and Christmas. Chem-Nuclear supports the American Cancer Society by sponsoring a team in the annual Walk for Life. Chem-Nuclear employees participate in fund raising for Muscular Dystrophy Association. Chem-Nuclear employees participate in the United Way Campaign in Barnwell and in Columbia, SC. The Company also donates funds to the local United Way campaigns. Chem-Nuclear supports the Barnwell County Disaster Preparedness Agency through training programs and participation in drills. Chem-Nuclear supports the American Red Cross by having blood drives at the Barnwell Disposal Facility and at the corporate offices in Columbia, SC. Chem-Nuclear purchases more than $10 million per year in goods and services in SC. Chem-Nuclear pays approximately $600,000 per year in Barnwell County taxes through vehicle taxes, real estate taxes, and business license taxes.   CHEM-NUCLEAR SYSTEMS 140 Stoneridge Drive :: Columbia, SC 29210 :: (803) 256-0450 Copyright ©1997 Chem-Nuclear Systems. All rights reserved.