Front & Center: Keeping You Informed of City of Statesville Happenings (05/20/2026)
May 20 - 26, 2026
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 - Monday May 25, 2026
City of Statesville offices will be closed on Monday, May 25, 2026, in observance of Memorial Day. There will be no garbage collection on this day.
The Statesville Recreation Center, Bentley Community Center, and Statesville Event Center will be closed on Memorial Day.
The Statesville Leisure Pool will open for the season on Saturday, May 23, and will be open on Memorial Day. Visit recreation.statesvillenc.net/aquatics for admission information and hours of operation.
The Bentley Splash Pad will remain closed until drought-related water restrictions have been lifted.
View the full 2026 City Holiday Closings and Revised Sanitation Schedules here.
Summer Movie Series Kicks Off Friday
Mark your calendars and get ready - Statesville’s Summer Movie Series is back! From Memorial Day through Labor Day Weekend, Statesville Recreation & Economic Vitality is bringing the community together for a season full of cinematic fun for all ages.
Enjoy the unique experience of Dive-In Movies at the Statesville Leisure Pool or stay cool with our Indoor Movie Series at the Statesville Event Center. With a variety of family-friendly films and unforgettable settings, there’s something for everyone to enjoy this summer.
Tickets are on sale for the first DIVE-In Movie of the Summer for this Friday, May 22, 2026, featuring Lilo & Stitch (Live Action). Purchase tickets here.
Be sure to check out the full schedule and start planning your movie nights: recreation.statesvillenc.net/summer-movie-series
Statesville Leisure Pool Opens May 23rd
The Wait is Almost Over - the Statesville Leisure Pool OPENS Saturday, May 23, 2026! Grab your sunscreen and your swim gear - summer fun officially starts May 23rd! Whether you’re looking to cool off, splash around, or relax by the water, we’ve got something for everyone. Let’s make a splash this summer, Statesville! Learn more here.
Levitt AMP Statesville Music Series
The Levitt AMP Statesville Music Series continues to bring the community together through a vibrant lineup of free, family-friendly outdoor concerts held throughout the spring and fall.
Featuring a diverse mix of genres - from rock and soul to country and indie - the series showcases talented artists from across the country while creating a welcoming space for residents and visitors to connect and enjoy live music.
The next concert is on Saturday, May 30, 2026 featuring Nik Parr & the Selfless Lovers. Learn more and view the full schedule here.
Youth Agility Bootcamp
The Youth Agility Bootcamp with Statesville Recreation & Economic Vitality is a high-energy fitness program designed to improve speed, coordination, balance, and overall athletic performance through dynamic drills and movement-based training.
From June 23 - July 30, 2026 (on Tuesdays and Thursdays), participants will engage in exercises focused on agility, endurance, and strength in a motivating group environment suitable for a variety of fitness levels. Learn more or register now here.
A Celebration of Heritage: Garfield Green Street Historic District
Join the Statesville African American Heritage Preservation Commission and the City of Statesville on Friday, June 19, 2026, from 12 to 3 p.m. as the community comes together to celebrate the Garfield Green Street National Historic District and its recent listing on the National Register of Historic Places.
Youth Summer Sports Camps + Fall Youth League Registration
Statesville Recreation & Economic Vitality is excited to kick off registration for both Fall Youth Leagues and Youth Summer Sports Camps.
This fall, young athletes can get in the game with soccer, softball, and volleyball, while summer offers a wide variety of camps including wrestling, tennis, track & field, softball, baseball, volleyball, and soccer. These programs provide great opportunities for kids to stay active, build skills, and have fun in a supportive, team-focused environment:
Statesville City Council
Did you miss the recent City Council meeting on Monday, May 11, 2026? View the meeting agenda here or watch the full replay here.
The next Council meeting is Monday, June 01, 2026. 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.
Statesville at Stage D3 Extreme Drought; Water Restrictions in Effect
The City of Statesville is currently under Stage 3 (Extreme Drought) conditions, as declared by the North Carolina Drought Management Advisory Council based on the latest U.S. Drought Monitor data.
As of May 4, 2026, the City will enforce water use restrictions, including fines for noncompliance, in accordance with City of Statesville Code of Ordinances and the City’s Water Shortage Response Plan, following a drought advisory and the establishment of the City’s Water Shortage Leadership Team.
All residents and businesses are asked to comply with the current drought restrictions as we work together to protect our community’s water resources. Read more here.
Upcoming Road Closures & Detours
Looking for information on upcoming or ongoing road closures here in the City of Statesville? This page provides details on planned construction, emergency repairs, special events, and other activities that may impact traffic.
Stay informed about current and upcoming road closures in the City of Statesville here.
Upcoming City Events
FEATURED EVENT: National Senior Health & Fitness Day
Join us! We're excited to offer a day full of activities, classes, and resources tailored for our senior community.
THIS WEEK
🔹Stormwater Advisory Commission - Thursday, May 21, 2026
🔹Human Relations Commission - Thursday, May 21, 2026
🔹Dive-In Movie Night: Lilo & Stitch (Live Action) - Friday, May 22, 2026
🔹Statesville Convention & Visitors Bureau - Tuesday, May 26, 2026
🔹Statesville ABC Board Meeting - Tuesday, May 26, 2026
🔹Statesville Housing Authority Meeting - Tuesday, May 26, 2026
🔹Statesville Planning Board Meeting - Tuesday, May 26, 2026
Save the date for these upcoming events
🔹National Senior Health & Fitness Day - Wednesday, May 27, 2026
🔹Field Day (AIR Program) - Thursday, May 28, 2026
🔹Youth Summer Sports Camps - Dates and programs vary from June 1 - July 9, 2026
🔹Blood Drive with the American Red Cross - Thursday, June 4, 2026
🔹Piedmont HealthCare Friday After 5 - Live Music by Silk Groove & Insomniacs - Friday, June 5, 2026
🔹Art in the Park - Saturday, June 6, 2026
🔹A Celebration of Heritage: Garfield Green Street Historic District - Friday, June 19, 2026
🔹Youth Agility Bootcamp - June 23 - July 30, 2026 (Tuesdays & Thursdays)
🔹Pickleball 101: Learn to Play - July 6 - 29, 2026 (Mondays and Wednesdays)
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:
🔹Wastewater Control Operator Trainee - 4th Creek WWTP (Full-Time): This position is responsible for learning all aspects of the operation and maintenance of the City’s wastewater treatment facilities; responsible for assisting certified wastewater control operators with duties and maintenance of the plant after successfully completing orientation and trainee instruction. This position is designed for the progressive movement into a Certified Shift Operator position; therefore, the candidate hired for this position will be the next staff member to fill an open shift when it becomes available.
🔹Substation Technician (Full-Time): Under the direction of the Substation Supervisor, the Substation Technician position is responsible for technical work in the operation, installation, repair, inspection, and maintenance of electrical substation equipment and load management systems. Performs maintenance on high voltage equipment up to 100,000 volts.
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.
