Front & Center: Keeping You Informed of City of Statesville Happenings (10/02/2024)

October 2-8, 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: Fire Safety Unlocked: Practical Tips with Pete Morrison

In the latest episode of Front and Center, Fire Marshal Pete Morrison from the Statesville Fire Department discusses the three pillars of fire prevention—engineering, enforcement, and education—and why smoke alarms are your home's best defense. He shares essential fire safety tips, from handling kitchen hazards and checking alarms monthly to planning family escape routes and safely enjoying seasonal fire activities like fire pits and fireplaces.

🎙️Watch now or read more here

🎙️Watch all previous episodes of the Front & Center Podcast 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.

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, a time to stand together and raise our voices against abuse. 💜

Join us in supporting survivors, spreading awareness, and fostering a community where everyone feels safe and valued. If you or someone you know needs help, resources and support are available—reach out. Let’s break the silence and end the cycle of violence.

Read more and access valuable information and resources here. Together, we can make a difference.

Energy Efficiency Day (October 2, 2024)

On October 2, 2024, the City of Statesville, like communities across the nation, will celebrate 𝑬𝒏𝒆𝒓𝒈𝒚 𝑬𝒇𝒇𝒊𝒄𝒊𝒆𝒏𝒄𝒚 𝑫𝒂𝒚.

This designated day serves as a reminder of the importance of conserving energy and making sustainable choices, but the truth is that energy efficiency is a year-round commitment.

Let's discuss the best ways to be more energy-efficient in your home and business, helping you save money and reduce pollution not just on this special day, but every day here.

Public Power Week (October 6-12, 2024)

𝑳𝒊𝒈𝒉𝒕𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝒘𝒂𝒚.💡 Did you know that 1.3 million homes and workplaces are illuminated by Public Power in North Carolina?

'Public power helps communities thrive. There is tremendous value in public power, and it’s so much bigger than just energy. It’s the lifeblood that enables growth within communities, driving them towards progress, while helping them celebrate their rich histories.'

National Fire Prevention Week (October 6-12, 2024)

As Fire Prevention Week (October 6-12) approaches, the Statesville Fire Department is reminding residents to check their smoke alarms to ensure they are functioning properly.

This year’s theme, “Smoke alarms: Make them work for you!™,” emphasizes the critical role working alarms play in reducing fire-related deaths and keeping families safe. Read more from the Statesville Fire Department here.

Upcoming City Events

FEATURED EVENT:

Join Downtown Statesville and the Greater Statesville Chamber of Commerce for the final Friday After 5 of the summer! Enjoy live music from the Megan Doss Band, a five-piece group from the NC/VA Triad area, delivering a perfect blend of country favorites, top 40 pop, classic rock hits, and a hint of rock 'n' roll!

🗓️ Friday, October 4, 2024

📍 Downtown Statesville

🔗 Learn more here

THIS WEEK:

🔹 CANCELED: 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

Save the date for these upcoming events:

🔹 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

🔹Day Trips: Explore Shoppes on the Parkway - Tuesday, October 22, 2024

🔹District 2 & District 3 Community Meeting - Thursday, October 24, 2024

🔹Drug Take Back Event - Saturday, October 26, 2024

🔹Trick or Treat at the Greenway - Tuesday, October 29, 2024

🔹Downtown Statesville Trick-or-Treat - Thursday, October 31, 2024

View all upcoming City events 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:

🔹Motor Equipment Operator - Sanitation (Seasonal) - Responsible for driving and operating a bulk container service truck in the collection and disposal of industrial/commercial garbage and refuse.

🔹Police Officer (Full-Time) - Performs intermediate protective service work involving a variety of general or support duty police assignments; does related work as required. Work is performed under the supervision of Patrol Corporals and Sergeants.

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.