July 4th holiday closings and revised sanitation schedules
In observance of Independence Day, all City of Statesville offices will be closed on Friday, July 3, 2026.
The following facilities will be closed on Friday, July 3:
The Statesville Leisure Pool will remain open. For admission information and hours of operation, visit www.statesvillenc.net/aquatics.
Residents are encouraged to review the sanitation holiday schedule adjustments for the week. View the full 2026 City Holiday Closings and Revised Sanitation Schedules here.
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City of Statesville launches 2026 school supply drive
The City is once again rallying the community to help local students start the school year prepared and ready to learn. Beginning June 17 and continuing through July 24, residents are encouraged to donate school supplies at collection sites throughout the city.
Donations will support the Village Intervention Partnership's (VIP) annual backpack giveaway during the Statesville Heritage Festival on Saturday, August 1, 2026, at the Statesville Event Center. Learn more 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.
Summer youth sports and fitness opportunities
From team sports and summer camps to tennis, pickleball, and youth fitness programs, Statesville Recreation & Economic Vitality (REV) offers a wide variety of opportunities to help young athletes stay active, build confidence, and develop new skills this summer. Select one or all of the programs below to learn more:
- Fall Youth Leagues: Registration is now open in soccer, softball and volleyball. Registration closes July 1. Learn more here.
- Summer Sports Camps: Weekly camps available through July 9 in wrestling, tennis, track & field, softball, baseball, volleyball, and soccer. Registration closes the Friday prior to each camp start date.
- Youth Tennis: Unlock their tennis potential with year-round youth tennis. Monthly group tennis lessons are the perfect way to dive into the world of tennis or enhance your existing skills. Registering now for June and July sessions.
- Pickleball: Ready to join one of the fastest-growing sports in the country? Whether you've never held a paddle or are looking for a refresher on the fundamentals, this program will give you the skills and confidence to enjoy the game. The upcoming July course is for ages 14 - 17. Registration ends July 3.
Stage D2 extreme drought continues; water restrictions still in effect
The City of Statesville has reduced its water shortage response level to Stage 2 following improved drought conditions and guidance from state drought officials. Read more here.
This week
- 🔹Car Seat Check - Monday, June 29, 2026
- 🔹Fire Station 5 Ribbon Cutting Ceremony - Tuesday, June 30, 2026
Save the date for these upcoming events
- 🔹2026 Fireworks Celebration - Friday, July 3, 2026
- 🔹Pickleball 101: Learn to Play - July 6 - 29, 2026 (Mondays and Wednesdays)
- 🔹Community Fun Day at Summit Village Community Center - Thursday, July 9, 2026
- 🔹Ice Cream (or Snoball) with a Cop - Thursday, July 16, 2026
- 🔹Indoor Movies: Zootopia 2 - Friday, July 17, 2026
- 🔹Youth Fit (An Introductory Fitness Class) - Monday, July 20 & Wednesday, July 22, 2026
- 🔹Popsicles in the Park - Thursday, July 23, 2026
- 🔹Bowling with a Cop - Thursday, July 23, 2026
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:
- 🔹Construction Inspector (Full-Time): The Construction Inspector performs complex technical work performing a variety of engineering design and construction inspection for construction projects for specification compliance and related assignments.
- 🔹Code Compliance Officer (Part-Time): The Code Compliance Officer is an entry-level professional responsible for supporting municipal code enforcement. Work is performed under moderate supervision with opportunities for training and professional development. This position is responsible for enforcing compliance with codes, regulations, and ordinances.
