Front & Center: Keeping You Informed of City of Statesville Happenings (09/25/2024)

Last Updated 11/14/2024Posted in Latest City News, Homepage, Front & Center (Weekly Blog)

September 25 - October 1, 2024

Weekly updates from the desk of April Nesbit, Public Information Officer for the City of Statesville. Continue reading below updates for the week!

Front & Center: A Podcast from the City of Statesville

Have you missed an episode or two of the Front & Center Podcast? Don’t worry, you can catch up on all episodes right here on our website.

Front & Center pulls back the curtain on local government operations, offering a behind-the-scenes look into the inner workings of one of North Carolina’s bustling cities. Hosted by April Nesbit, Public Information Officer, and co-host Nakayla Griffin, Community Resource Officer, this podcast is your guide to understanding how our city runs.

Join us as we navigate through the corridors of city government, exploring the processes, policies, and people that make Statesville thrive. With exclusive interviews featuring key officials, in-depth analyses of public initiatives, and discussions on city development projects, Front & Center connects you to the heart of our community.

🎙️Read more or watch previous episodes here

Statesville City Council

Did you miss the last Statesville City Council meeting on Monday, September 16, 2024? View the meeting agenda and/or watch the full replay here.

The next Council meeting is Monday, October 7th. You can view the meeting agenda 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.


Human Resources Professional Day 09/26/24

We celebrate our amazing Human Resource Team who work tirelessly behind the scenes to make the City a great place to work! From recruiting top talent to fostering a positive workplace culture, they ensure our city is thriving with dedicated and passionate employees.

✨ Would you join us in thanking our HR Professionals for their commitment and hard work! Learn more about the Human Resources Department at the City here.

9 Energy Saving Tips for Fall

As the leaves begin to change and the crisp autumn air settles in, it's the perfect time for residents to prepare their homes for the upcoming fall season. Beyond the cooler weather, fall brings its own set of energy-saving opportunities.

By implementing some simple strategies, you can not only reduce your energy bills but also minimize your environmental footprint.

Let's take a look at some effective fall energy-saving tips here.

Upcoming City Events

FEATURED EVENT:

The Statesville Police Department invites you to National Night Out! Attendees will enjoy FREE Food, public safety displays, inflatables, entertainment, information and resources from various organizations and much more!

🗓️ Thursday, October 3, 2024

📍 Downtown Statesville

🔗 Learn more here

THIS WEEK:

🔹Statesville Historic Preservation Commission Meeting - Thursday, September 26, 2024

🔹Statesville Board of Adjustment Meeting - Tuesday, October 1, 2024

🔹Healing Steps Line Dance - Tuesday, October 1, 2024

Save the date for these upcoming events:

🔹 National Night Out - Thursday, October 3, 2024

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

🔹 Piedmont HealthCare Friday After 5 - Friday, October 4, 2024

🔹 Statesville City Council Meeting - Monday, October 7, 2024

🔹 Community Health Fair - Wednesday, October 9, 2024

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

🔹 Family Night: Pumpkin Carving - Thursday, October 17, 2024

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

🔹Fall Festival - Saturday, October 19, 2024

View all upcoming City events here.

Did You Know?!

The Adopt-A-Street Program in Statesville, North Carolina is a partnership between the City of Statesville NC and its merchants and residents. Groups or individuals agree to adopt an area and take responsibility for keeping the street and sidewalk clean.

How can you get involved? Learn more about how you can keep Statesville beautiful 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:

🔹Leaf Collector (Seasonal): This position is responsible for collecting and disposing of leaves during our loose-leaf season; responsible for working on a garbage, trash, or recycling crew as needed.

🔹Line Technician (Full-Time): This position is responsible for performing technical work assisting in the construction, maintenance, repair, and operation of electric transmission and distribution lines.

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.



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