Front & Center: Keeping You Informed of City of Statesville Happenings (08/20/2025)

August 20-26, 2025

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: Breaking Barriers - Statesville's Adaptive and Inclusive Recreation Program

In the latest episode of Front and Center, we’re highlighting the Adaptive and Inclusive Recreation (AIR) Program with Emily Diehl from the Statesville Recreation & Parks Department - an innovative initiative making recreation accessible for everyone, regardless of ability. 💙

From adaptive pool parties to puzzle competitions and more, AIR is creating inclusive experiences that bring our community together.

🎧 Watch our recent episode below or previous Front and Center episodes on our website here.

National Aviation Week (August 19–25, 2025)

✈️ Soaring Skies & Community Connections - National Aviation Week

August 19–25, 2025 is National Aviation Week - a time to celebrate the thrill of flight and the places that make it possible. For nearly 81 years, Statesville Regional Airport (KSVH) has been a hub of aviation excellence, connecting our community to the skies and the world beyond.

From its opening in 1940 to serving Fortune 500 companies, NASCAR teams, and local pilots today, KSVH continues to be an economic engine for our region - generating $146 million in economic impact and supporting 730 local jobs.

Whether it’s corporate jets, colorful hot air balloons at Carolina BalloonFest, or the everyday flights that keep our community moving, the airport is more than runways and hangars - it’s a symbol of innovation, connection, and the freedom to soar. Read more here.

City Manager August 2025 Update to City Council

City Manager, Ron Smith, shared his monthly update to Council at the recent City Council meeting on Monday, August 4, 2025.

View the presentation and/or watch the replay 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. You’ll find closure dates, detour routes, and project information to help you plan your travel and avoid delays.

Updates are posted as soon as information is available, and schedules may change due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances. Stay informed about current and upcoming road closures in the City of Statesville here.

Statesville City Council

Did you miss the recent City Council meeting on August 18, 2025? Learn more about those in this blog, view the meeting agenda here or watch the full replay below.

The next Council meeting is Monday, September 15, 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.

Upcoming City Events

FEATURED EVENT: Stop the Violence

Join Clean Heart of Statesville for a community gathering focused on unity, peace, and action. You'll enjoy a day of celebration with fun, fellowship, and food.

📆 Saturday, August 23, 2025 from 11a-4p

📍 Kimbrough Park (1833 Greenbriar Rd, Statesville)

🔗 Learn more here

THIS WEEK:

🔹Human Relations Commission Meeting - Thursday, August 21, 2025

🔹 Stop the Violence - Saturday, August 23, 2025

🔹Public Engagement Session: Garfield/Greet Street National Historic District - Tuesday, August 26, 2025

🔹Statesville ABC Board Meeting - Tuesday, August 26, 2025

🔹Statesville Housing Authority Meeting - Tuesday, August 26, 2025

🔹Statesville Planning Board Meeting - Tuesday, August 26, 2025

Save the date for these upcoming events:

🔹Pool Party: AIR Program - Thursday, August 28, 2025

🔹First Aid & SPR Training (In partnership with Iredell County EMS) - Saturday, August 30, 2025

🔹Moana 2: Dive-In Movies - Sunday, August 31, 2025

🔹Puzzle Competition: Community Night - Thursday, September 4, 2025

🔹Puzzle Competition: AIR Program - Thursday, September 4, 2025

🔹Piedmont HealthCare Friday After 5 - Chocolate Chip & Co.  - Friday, September 5, 2025

🔹IF: Movies in the Park - Saturday, September 6, 2025

🔹Pickleball (Homeschool Program) - Wednesday, September 10, 2025

🔹Adult Day Trip (Pottery at Meg-Art Pottery Studio) - Tuesday, September 16, 2025

🔹Dog Day at the Pool - Saturday, September 20, 2025

🔹Youth Agility Bootcamp - Tuesdays & Thursdays from September 23 - October 30, 2025

Learn more about these + 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:

🔹Accountant (Full-Time): This position is responsible for maintaining and preparing financial records, performing a variety of accounting tasks including bank reconciliations, journal entries, and assisting with year-end audit procedures. The role also involves generating a range of financial reports and performing related fiscal duties to support the organization’s financial operations.

🔹Police Telecommunicator (Full-Time): This position is responsible for receiving and prioritizing 911 and non-emergency telephone calls from the public, dispatching appropriate public safety officials, and maintaining open lines of communication with public safety during emergency situations.

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.