City of Concord
Recent News About City of Concord
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Brookwood Avenue NE Closed for Emergency Culvert Repair
The City of Concord has announced the closure of a section of Brookwood Avenue NE for emergency culvert repair, effective Friday, June 10 at 9 a.m. The closure will remain in place until further notice, impacting the stretch between Branchview Drive NE (NC 3) and Birchwood Trail NE.According to city officials, stormwater crews will be conducting repair work on a culvert headwall and addressing a bank washout during this closure. The decision to implement this extended closure is primarily aimed at ensuring the safety of both workers and the general public in the vicinity...
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Annual Rehabilitation Work on City Sewer Lines to Commence June 13
The City of Concord Water Resources Department has announced that the annual Sewer Cured in Place Pipe (CIPP) Lining project is set to commence on June 13, lasting through November 10, 2022. This project, aimed at enhancing the city's infrastructure, will cover approximately 21,000 linear feet of sewer line, 89 manholes, and 53 laterals.According to a City official, "The annual CIPP Lining project helps to improve the longevity of the city’s infrastructure." As part of the process, city contract crews will undertake cleaning of all sewer lines and utilize a steam process...
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Concord International Festival Returns on October 1!
Concord International Festival Returns on October 1!The City of Concord and El Puente Hispano are set to host the second annual Concord International Festival in Downtown Concord on Saturday, October 1, 2022. The event aims to celebrate the diverse cultures and communities within Concord and Cabarrus County through music, dance, food, and more.Mayor Bill Dusch expressed his excitement for the upcoming festival, stating, "The festival showcases the rich cultures and diverse communities that contribute to our vibrant city and make Concord one of the fastest growing and...
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Concord seeks residents for board and commission roles
The City of Concord is seeking individuals to fill vacancies on its Board of Adjustment, Library Board of Trustees, and Stormwater Management Advisory Committee.
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Concord announces closures and modified schedules for Memorial Day
City of Concord government offices will not be open on Monday, May 30, in observance of Memorial Day.
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Concord begins four-month streetscape project with road closures
Contractors in Concord are set to begin work on a new downtown streetscape project, resulting in the closure of Barbrick Avenue SW for four months.
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Concord earns top honors at NC3C communications awards
The City of Concord has been recognized for its communication and marketing efforts at the North Carolina City & County Communicators (NC3C) 2022 Excellence in Communications Awards.
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Concord city manager presents fiscal year 2023 budget proposal
City Manager Lloyd Payne has submitted the Fiscal Year 2023 budget proposal to the Mayor and City Council.
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Public safety training scheduled at Concord's City Hall
The City of Concord is set to conduct a public safety training exercise at City Hall on Wednesday, May 18, from 4:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. This exercise will simulate an active threat scenario, aiming to provide first responders with enhanced hands-on...
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Biden awards Medal of Valor to Concord police officers
President Joseph R. Biden awarded the Public Safety Officer Medal of Valor to four Concord Police Officers in Washington, D.C., recognizing their acts of extraordinary valor.
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Concord's Hector H. Henry Greenway earns state recognition
The Hector H. Henry Greenway-Riverwalk in Concord has been recognized as one of North Carolina's top multimodal transportation projects by the North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) at the 2022 Mobi Awards.
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Max Solutions announces major investment and job creation initiative in Concord
Max Solutions, Inc., a specialty packaging manufacturer, is set to create 150 new jobs in Cabarrus County, North Carolina.
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Cabarrus Events Association Announces Salute to Essential Workers Community Poster Contest Winners
The Cabarrus Events Association has announced the winners of the Salute to Essential Workers community poster contest. The ceremony honoring the winners will take place on Thursday, May 12 at the ClearWater Arts Center & Studios in Concord. The winning artworks, along with all the poster submissions, are currently on display at the Main Gallery of the Center.According to the organization, the contest was held in conjunction with the TrueCare 93rd Concord Christmas Parade, with participants encouraged to display their posters along the parade route to pay tribute to local...
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Remembering Concord City Council Member Jim Ramseur
The City of Concord is mourning the loss of former City Council Member J.E. “Jim” Ramseur who passed away on Friday, April 29, 2022. Ramseur's more than 30 years of dedicated service to Concord have left a lasting impact on the city, as expressed by Mayor Bill Dusch, who said, “Jim’s life work was about making our city what it is today.”Ramseur's dedication to preserving Concord's history and planning for its future was evident throughout his career. Council Member Andy Langford noted, “Jim was an exceptional lover of Concord's history with a vision for its future,” while...
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Concord offers mortgage relief for COVID-affected homeowners
City of Concord homeowners who faced financial difficulties due to the COVID-19 pandemic and fell behind on their mortgage payments are encouraged to apply for assistance through the Emergency Mortgage Assistance Payment Program.
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Concord hosts two free community events on Earth Day
If you're considering ways to celebrate Earth Day, Concord offers two free community events on April 22.
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Masks now optional at Concord-Padgett Regional Airport following TSA guidance
Face masks are now optional at Concord-Padgett Regional Airport and Rider Transit facilities following new guidance from the Transportation Security Administration (TSA).
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Concord partners with KONGSBERG for air traffic modernization at regional airport
The City of Concord and Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace (KONGSBERG) have taken a significant step toward modernizing the air traffic control system at Concord-Padgett Regional Airport.
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Country Club Drive NE closed for electric systems work due to material delay
Due to unexpected delays in material delivery, additional work is required to complete the installation of a new transformer at the electric substation on Country Club Drive NE.
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Concord invites community input on area development plans
The City of Concord is inviting residents and business owners to participate in a community meeting focused on the George W. Liles Parkway Small Area Plan and the Weddington Road Corridor Plan.