Front & Center: Keeping You Informed of City of Statesville Happenings (05/14/2025)
May 14-20, 2025
Weekly updates from the desk of April Nesbit, Public Information Officer for the City of Statesville. Continue reading below updates for the week!
Memorial Day: Holiday Closings and Revised Sanitation Schedule
City of Statesville offices will be closed on Monday, May 26, 2025, in observance of Memorial Day. There will be no garbage collection on this day.
Revised schedule for residential sanitation routes for the week of May 26 – May 30:
- Monday’s routes will be collected on Tuesday.
- Tuesday and Wednesday's routes will be collected on Wednesday.
- Thursday and Friday’s routes will operate on the regular schedule.
Revised schedule for commercial businesses with roll-out carts or garbage containers for the week of May 26 – May 31:
- Monday and Tuesday’s routes will be collected on Tuesday.
- Wednesday – Saturday’s routes will operate on the regular schedule.
The Statesville Fitness & Activity Center will be closed on Memorial Day.
The Leisure Pool, Splash Pad, and Bentley Community Center will be open. Visit recreation.statesvillenc.net/aquatics for information on admission and hours of operation.
View the full 2025 City Holiday Closings and Revised Sanitation Schedule here
National Public Works Week (MAY 18-24, 2025)
This annual observance, instituted by the American Public Works Association (APWA) in 1960, serves as a public education campaign to highlight the vital role of public works in our communities. Public Works professionals contribute to enhancing the well-being and quality of life in their communities through their dedication to maintaining and improving infrastructure, public spaces, and essential services.
The Essential Services of Statesville’s Public Works Team
The City of Statesville’s Public Works Department comprises eight essential service areas:
Statesville City Council
Did you miss the recent City Council meeting on May 5, 2025? This Council meeting brought forth several proclamations and recognitions. Learn more about those in this blog, view the meeting agenda here or watch the full replay below.
The next Council meeting is Monday, May 19, 2025. You can view the meeting agenda here.
*City Council meeting agendas are typically posted by Wednesday the week before the upcoming Council meeting and are archived on the website for one year.
If you would like the agenda emailed to you each week or require older information, please contact us by completing the Contact Us Form here.
🎙️ Front & Center: A podcast from the City of Statesville
Front and Center, a podcast from the City of Statesville, navigates 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.
🎧 Watch previous Front and Center episodes on our website here.
Upcoming City Events
FEATURED EVENT: The Little Mermaid (Dive-In Movies with the Statesville Recreation & Parks Department)
Join us for an unforgettable evening of poolside entertainment, where you can enjoy a feature film while floating under the stars. Dive-In Movie Nights offer a unique and exciting way to experience your favorite movies like never before.
🎫 Tickets go on sale Monday, May 19, 2025
THIS WEEK:
🔹Statesville Regional Airport Commission Meeting - Wednesday, May 14, 2025
🔹 Human Relations Commission Meeting - Thursday, May 15, 2025
🔹Statesville City Council Meeting - Monday, May 19, 2025
🔹 Statesville Community Appearance Commission Meeting - Tuesday, May 20, 2025
🔹 Public Engagement Session for the Garfield/Green Street National Historic District - Tuesday, May 20, 2025
Save the date for these upcoming events:
🔹Community Fun Day - Rolling Lane (Statesville Police Department) - Thursday, May 22, 2025
🔹Auto Belay Certification - Thursday, May 22, 2025
🔹Statesville Leisure Pool and Splash Pad OPEN for the Season - Saturday, May 24, 2025
🔹Dive-In Movie: The Little Mermaid (Statesville Leisure Pool) - Sunday, May 25, 2025
🔹Community Meeting with the Statesville Police Department - Tuesday, May 27, 2025
🔹National Senior Health & Fitness Day - Wednesday, May 28, 2025
🔹Summer Sports Camps with the Statesville Recreation & Parks Department - Available dates in June & July
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:
🔹 Administrative Associate - Public Works Administration (Part-Time): This position responsible for performing skilled administrative and clerical work for the Public Works Administration Department.
🔹 Certified Wastewater Operator (Full-Time, Night Shift 8p-8a): This position is responsible for performing semi-skilled work in the operation of a wastewater treatment plant.
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.
