City of Statesville Proclaims October 6-12, 2024 as Public Power Week

Last Updated 10/8/2024Posted in Latest City News, Homepage, City Council

City of Statesville, North Carolina

Office of the Mayor

Proclamation

Public Power Week, October 6-12

A week-long celebration of Statesville Public Power's Year-Round Service to the City of Statesville

WHEREAS, public power is a crucial component in cities and towns across North Carolina, driving the overall health of communities by providing unmatched electric reliability, affordable and sustainable power, excellent local service, and essential jobs in communities;

WHEREAS, North Carolina's more than 70 public power cities and towns are among more than 2,000 across the country, providing electricity with a reliability rating of 99.98 percent to nearly 1.3 million North Carolinians;

WHEREAS, many of North Carolina's public power cities and towns have been electric providers for more than 100 years, assisting their communities through boom times as well as pandemics and economic downturns, maintaining life-saving electricity to homes and businesses;

WHEREAS, North Carolina public power communities are part of a mutual aid network that spans the state and country, providing invaluable support during times of hurricanes and other natural disasters while maintaining a superior safety record;

WHEREAS, North Carolina's public power providers are essential community assets that contribute to the well-being of the community and provide irreplaceable economic development opportunities; 

WHEREAS, North Carolina's public power utilities are dependable institutions that provide excellent service, valuable energy solutions, and a commitment to community'

WHEREAS, the City of Statesville recognizes Public Power Week and commends the public power cities and towns across our state and nation for their outstanding contributions to our communities;

NOW, THEREFORE, the City of Statesville hereby proclaims October 6-12, 2024, as "PUBLIC POWER WEEK" in Statesville and commends its observation to all citizens. 

IN WITNESS WHEREOF I have set by Hand and caused the Great Seal of the City of Statesville to be affixed this 7th day of October 2024.

Constantine H. Kutteh, Mayor



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