City of Concord
Recent News About City of Concord
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Spring St SW and Chestnut Dr SW intersection reopens after six months
After six months of construction, the intersection at Spring St SW and Chestnut Dr SW is now open.
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Concord seeks public input for Hartsell Park's future development
The City of Concord is inviting residents to contribute their views on the future development of Hartsell Park and Athletic Complex.
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Rider Transit resumes full operations with new app launch on July 1
Rider Transit will resume its regular operations and start collecting fares again on July 1, 2021.
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Concord City Council approves FY22 budget without changing tax rate
The Concord City Council has approved the Fiscal Year 2022 budget without changes from its prior recommendation.
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Concord city manager proposes fiscal year 2022 budget with increased spending
City Manager Lloyd Payne has put forward the Fiscal Year 2022 budget proposal to the Mayor and City Council.
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Allegiant launches direct flights from Concord-Padgett Airport to Sarasota
Allegiant Airlines has launched a new nonstop service from Concord-Padgett Regional Airport to Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport.
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Larry Barbee receives top honor at Concord City Council meeting
During the May 13 Concord City Council Meeting, Larry Barbee, a long-time employee of the Electric Systems Department, was recognized as the 2021 recipient of the Jo Atwater Continuous Core Values Award.
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Patrick Graham named first CEO by Concord Family Enrichment Association
The Concord Family Enrichment Association (CFEA) has appointed Patrick C. Graham, Ph.D., as its first Chief Executive Officer, effective June 1, 2021. Dr. Graham brings over two decades of executive experience in the social and public sectors.
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City of Concord introduces self-service BillPay Kiosk for utility payments
Amid the challenges posed by the coronavirus pandemic, the City of Concord sought to limit face-to-face interactions while still providing customers with a way to pay their bills.
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Concord appoints first diversity coordinator; Emma Sellers joins as DEI lead
City Manager Lloyd Payne has announced the appointment of Emma Sellers as the City of Concord's first Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Coordinator.
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City of Concord Seeks Applicants for Federal Mobility Funding
The City of Concord, on May 4, 2021, announced its search for eligible applicants to submit project proposals for funding under the Federal Enhanced Mobility of Seniors and Individuals with Disabilities (Section 5310) program. An estimated $389,323 in grant funding is available under this program for transit programs in the Concord Urbanized Area.According to the City's official statement, the funding allocation will follow a competitive selection process outlined in the City of Concord’s 5310 Program Management Plan. The City is encouraging various organizations to...
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Concord employees collect over 400 bags during spring litter sweep
The City of Concord recently saw a significant cleanup effort as nearly 400 city employees collected over 400 bags of trash during the annual Spring Litter Sweep.
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Concord initiates annual sewer maintenance project with no service disruption expected
On Monday, April 26, the City of Concord Water Resources Department will commence its annual Sewer Cured in Place Pipe (CIPP) Lining project.
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Concord unveils new mural honoring The Avett Brothers
The City of Concord is set to unveil a tribute mural dedicated to The Avett Brothers, a band with local roots.
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Fair housing TikTok contest winners announced by Cabarrus County
Cabarrus County, along with the Cities of Concord and Kannapolis, has announced the winners of their Fair Housing Month TikTok Contest.
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Concord receives Tree City USA recognition for second year
The City of Concord has been recognized as a Tree City USA for the second consecutive year by the Arbor Day Foundation.
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Cabarrus County receives federal funds for rental assistance amid pandemic
The U.S. Department of Treasury has allocated over $6.5 million to Cabarrus County Government to assist local households struggling with rent and utilities due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Concord seeks public input on designs for new Northwest community park
The Northwest region of Concord is experiencing rapid growth, yet it remains underserved in terms of public parks and recreational facilities.
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Concord cemeteries spring cleaning scheduled for March 22
The City of Concord's Buildings and Grounds Department, Cemetery Division, is set to commence its annual spring cleaning at three local cemeteries starting March 22.
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Concord Electric Systems to Launch Customer Survey
The City of Concord Electric Systems Department will soon be reaching out to its residential and commercial customers for feedback through a telephone survey. The survey, set to begin on March 8th, is part of a long-term planning study aimed at understanding customer opinions and preferences regarding the electric service provided by Concord Electric Systems.Electric Systems Director, Bob Pate, expressed the importance of customer feedback, stating, "We sincerely value our customers and want to ensure our long-term planning best reflects their needs." Pate emphasized that...