City of Concord
Recent News About City of Concord
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Concord addresses temporary water clarity issues with system flushing
The City of Concord Water Resources Department is working to address reduced water clarity in parts of the city's water system.
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Retired director Bob Pate receives prestigious Order of the Long Leaf Pine
The Concord City Council and Mayor William C. "Bill" Dusch recently honored retired Electric Systems Director Robert "Bob" Pate, Jr. with the Order of the Long Leaf Pine during their October meeting.
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Concord addresses temporary cloudiness in city’s tap water supply
Due to low water levels at Lake Fisher and changes in intake procedures at the Hillgrove Water Treatment Plant, residents in Concord may notice a cloudy appearance in their tap water.
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Concord releases FY 2021-2022 budget video for public transparency
The City of Concord has released its Fiscal Year 2021-2022 Budget Video, designed to provide an overview of how the city allocates its financial resources.
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Concord receives GFOA's triple crown award
The Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA) has honored the City of Concord with the Award for Outstanding Achievement in Popular Financial Reporting.
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Virtual fair housing workshop scheduled for October 28
Cabarrus County, the City of Concord, and the City of Kannapolis are set to host a virtual fair housing workshop titled "Home Sweet Home" on Thursday, October 28, 2021.
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Corban Avenue night closures scheduled for utility work
Corban Avenue will be closed between Church Street and Union Street from 9 p.m. to 6 a.m. on Wednesday, October 20th and Thursday, October 21st.
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Concord ranks among safest cities in North Carolina
Concord has been recognized as one of the safest cities in North Carolina, according to a report by SafeWise.
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Concord seeks new members for Alcoholic Beverage Control Board
The City of Concord is seeking residents to join the Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) Board.
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Google Fiber expands high-speed internet services to Concord
Google Fiber is set to expand its high-speed internet services to Concord, North Carolina.
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Concord enters top ten most populous cities in North Carolina
The City of Concord has emerged as one of the fastest-growing cities in North Carolina, according to recent data from the U.S. Census Bureau.
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Ball Corporation invests $383M in Concord creating 220 jobs
Ball Corporation is set to invest $383 million in a new beverage production hub in Concord, Cabarrus County.
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Concord advances with second phase of sewer line rehabilitation
The City of Concord Water Resources Department has initiated the second phase of its annual Sewer Cured in Place Pipe (CIPP) Lining project.
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Concord partners with El Puente Hispano for inaugural international festival
The City of Concord, in collaboration with El Puente Hispano, is set to host the inaugural Concord International Festival on October 2.
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Concord names new northwest park after longtime council member Jim Ramseur
The City of Concord has announced that its first park in the northwest area will be named J.E. "Jim" Ramseur Park, in honor of former Council Member Jim Ramseur.
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Beverage campus brings major investment and job creation to Concord
A new beverage manufacturing, filling, and distribution campus is set to be established in Concord, North Carolina.
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City Council Statements on the Passing of Former Council Member Lamar Barrier
The Concord City Council is mourning the loss of former Council Member Lamar Barrier, who passed away recently. Barrier, known as one of the longest-serving council members in the state, dedicated over three decades of service to the citizens of Concord. Mayor Bill Dusch expressed his grief over the passing of Barrier, stating, “With the passing of my friend, Lamar Barrier, our community has lost one of our most dedicated and beloved leaders. He deeply cared for his community and served the citizens of Concord with honor, integrity, and humility.”Council Member W. Brian...
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Lamar Barrier Honored with Naming of Airport Commercial Terminal Building
The City of Concord has named the commercial airport terminal building at Concord-Padgett Regional Airport after former Council Member Lamar Barrier. The building located at 7435 Zephyr Place NW will now be called the W. Lamar Barrier Terminal. A formal ceremony honoring Barrier and unveiling the new terminal signage will be scheduled at a later date.Barrier is Concord’s longest serving city councilman, and one of the longest serving in the state. He faithfully served the citizens of Concord as the council member for District 5 from 1985 until his retirement in 2017....
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Water System Improvements Now Complete
The City of Concord’s newest elevated storage tank, providing improvements to fire flows and pressures for a large portion of the city’s growing water system, has been placed into operation for the first time. The changes, including some pressure zone boundary changes, are now complete, as first announced in February.According to the Water Resources Department, "Customers experiencing issues with their private services should contact a licensed plumber to help diagnose their issue." The Department also strongly suggests that "every private service have a pressure reducing...
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Concord residents voice support for educational focus in Barber-Scotia revitalization
Nearly 800 individuals participated in a community survey organized by the City of Concord and Barber-Scotia College.