Front & Center: Keeping You Informed of City of Statesville Happenings (09/04/2024)

Weekly updates from the desk of April Nesbit, Public Information Officer for the City of Statesville. Continue reading below updates for the week of September 4-10, 2024.

Front & Center: A podcast from the City of Statesville

Rezoning and Growth in Statesville with City Manager Ron Smith

In the latest episode of Front & Center, City Manager Ron Smith explains how rezoning and annexation are transforming local neighborhoods amid Statesville's rapid growth. We explore the impact of higher-density developments, the critical role of sewer systems, and the balance between expanding city services and maintaining quality of life, with real-world examples like Warren Woods and River Hills.

Read more or watch the full episode here

Statesville City Council

Statesville City Council did not meet on Monday, September 2, 2024 due to the Labor Day Holiday. The next Council Meeting is scheduled for Monday, September 16, 2024. View meeting agendas or watch previous City Council meetings here.

Statesville's City Council is made up of the mayor, six (6) ward seats, and two (2) at-large seats. Learn more about the Statesville City Council here.

National Preparedness Month in Statesville: Take Control in 1, 2, 3

September is National Preparedness Month. Statesville residents are encouraged to be proactive and prepare now for severe weather and other emergencies using the 'Take Control 1, 2, 3' theme.

This theme holds true for all those in our community but has particular significance for older adults and their caregivers. This plan encourages our community to:

1> Assess you needs.

2> Make a plan.

3> Engage with your support network to ensure their safety during challenging times.

Let's delve into the three crucial calls to action that can empowers everyone in our community, including older adults, in Statesville to enhance your resilience and preparedness for extreme weather or emergency situations.

Read more about how to Take Control this National Preparedness Month here.

2024 Fall Litter Sweep

There is still time for you to join a team! The 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟒 𝑭𝒂𝒍𝒍 𝑳𝒊𝒕𝒕𝒆𝒓 𝑺𝒘𝒆𝒆𝒑 is just around the corner! Join us September 14–28 as we get outside and help keep our state clean! We can’t do this without you. 𝑾𝒊𝒍𝒍 𝒚𝒐𝒖 𝒋𝒐𝒊𝒏 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝒕𝒆𝒂𝒎: ncdot.gov/littersweep

The City of Statesville NC also offers residents (Civil Groups, School Groups, Businesses) a way to be involved all year long. Learn more at www.statesvillenc.net/adopt-a-street.

Upcoming City Events

THIS WEEK:

🔹Technical Review Committee Meeting - Wednesday, September 4, 2024

Save the date for these upcoming events:

🔹 Pickleball (Homeschool Program) - Wednesday, September 11, 2024

🔹 Piedmont HealthCare Friday After 5 - Friday, September 13, 2024

🔹 Statesville City Council Meeting - Monday, September 16, 2024

🔹 Explore the Carolina Raptor Center (Day Trips) - Tuesday, September 17, 2024

🔹 Dog Day at the Pool - Saturday, September 21, 2024

🔹 National Night Out - Thursday, October 3, 2024

🔹 Blood Drive with the American Red Cross - Thursday, October 3, 2024

🔹 Dog Day at the Park - Saturday, October 12, 2024

🔹Carolina BalloonFest - Friday, October 18, 2024 - Sunday, October 20, 2024

View all upcoming City events here.

Did You Know?!

Looking to be a part of the growing community in Statesville!? The City of Statesville provides information on how to 'Become a Vendor', review details on current or upcoming 'Request for Proposal', and how to purchasing 'Surplus Property' from the City.

Learn more about doing business with the City of Statesville here.

Statesville Careers

Take the opportunity to make your community a better place to live every day, and you will be rewarded with exciting career opportunities, a competitive salary, and great benefits! Learn more about just a few of the available opportunities here at the City of Statesville:

🔹Building Standards Director (Full-Time): Performs complex and advanced professional, technical, and managerial work planning, organizing and directing a department responsible for compliance with zoning regulations and building codes at construction sites and, upon completion of construction, investigating complaints of zoning and code violations, resolving violations, and related work. Specific departmental functions include construction plan review, building inspections, building code and ordinance enforcement, and building permitting functions within the City of Statesville.

🔹Police Attorney (Full-Time): The police attorney is expected to protect and defend the legal interests of the police department, provide legal advice to the Chief of Police on a broad range of issues, and engage in litigation in support of or defense of the department in a timely, responsive, and ethical manner.

Learn more about careers with the City here or view all current career opportunities with the City of Statesville here.

Front & Center Weekly Updates

That wraps up this week’s edition of Front & Center. Stay tuned for more updates and remember to follow the City of Statesville on social media for real-time news and announcements. Have a great week, Statesville!

View previous updates on our website here.