City of Statesville, North Carolina
City Council

Statesville's City Council is made up of the mayor, six (6) ward seats, and two (2) at-large seats.  Meetings are held on the first and third Mondays of each month at 6:00pm in the Council Chambers of the City Hall building located at 227 S. Center Street.  The agenda is released on the Wednesday before the scheduled meeting by the City Clerk.  On the second meeting of each month, thirty minutes are set aside for the public to address Council about any issue.

Pictured from left to right:  Tip Nicholson, Doris Allison, Kristi Pfeufer, Trey Robertson, Mayor Doug Hendrix, David Jones, Amy Lawton, James Pressly, Lisa Pearson

ADA Requests: In accordance with the American Disabilities Act, all reasonable requests for assistance at public meetings will be honored.  Please make your request by calling 704-832-3884.


Mayor Doug Hendrix

City Office: 704-878-3585

Cell: 980-540-8361

Contact Mayor Hendrix

David Jones, Ward One

Mayor Pro-Tem

Cell: 704-929-0363

Contact David Jones

Kristi Pfeufer, Ward Two


Cell: 704-929-0505

Contact Kristi Pfeufer

Doris Allison, Ward Three

Cell: 704-873-6177

Contact Doris Allison

Amy Lawton, Ward Four

Business: 704-873-2435

Contact Amy Lawton

Tip Nicholson, Ward Five

Cell: 704-880-4111

Contact Tip Nicholson

Lisa Pearson, Ward Six

Cell: 980-540-8967

Contact Lisa Pearson

James Pressly, At-Large

Cell: 980-540-8118

Contact James Pressly

Trey Robertson, At-Large

Cell: 980-540-5334

Contact Trey Robertson

Public Hearing Procedures

The Rules of Procedure and Decorum are designed to assist the public body in conducting public hearings in a manner so as to allow a fair opportunity for persons to comment on the matter. These Rules of Procedure and Decorum are adopted pursuant to NCGS § 160A-81 and shall apply to all legislative public hearings conducted by the Statesville City Council, or any of its duly authorized boards or commissions.

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Public Comment Procedures

The Statesville City Council is committed to allowing members of the public an opportunity to offer comments and suggestions for the efficient and effective administration of government. In addition to public hearings, a special time is set aside for the purpose of receiving such comments and suggestions. North Carolina General Statute § 160A-81.11 allows the City Council to adopt reasonable rules to maintain order and decorum.

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Election Wards Map

In the United States, a WARD is an optional division of a city or town for administrative and representative purposes, especially for purposes of an election.

Not sure what ward you are in?

Use this easy interactive tool to enter your address to find out.

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Upcoming City Council Meetings:

Displaying 15 Events:
Statesville City Council Pre-Agenda Meeting
Aug 06, 2026
4:00 PM EDT
227 S. Center Street.
Statesville, NC 28677
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Statesville City Council Meeting
Aug 10, 2026
6:00 PM EDT
227 S. Center Street.
Statesville, NC 28677
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Statesville City Council Pre-Agenda Meeting
Sep 10, 2026
4:00 PM EDT
227 S. Center Street.
Statesville, NC 28677
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Statesville City Council Meeting
Sep 14, 2026
6:00 PM EDT
227 S. Center Street.
Statesville, NC 28677
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Statesville City Council Pre-Agenda Meeting
Oct 01, 2026
4:00 PM EDT
227 S. Center Street.
Statesville, NC 28677
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Statesville City Council Meeting
Oct 05, 2026
6:00 PM EDT
227 S. Center Street.
Statesville, NC 28677
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The North Carolina Drought Monitor map, updated June 18, 2026, shows worsening drought conditions across much of the state. Large portions of central and northern North Carolina are shaded red and dark red, indicating extreme (D3) and exceptional (D4) drought conditions. Much of the remainder of the state is experiencing severe drought (D2), shown in orange, with smaller areas of moderate drought (D1) in tan. According to the North Carolina Drought Management Advisory Council, City of Statesville water customers remain under D2 severe drought conditions, and water restrictions remain in effect. The map includes drought classifications and data from the USDA, National Drought Mitigation Center, NOAA, and partner agencies.
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