City of Concord
Recent News About City of Concord
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Concord celebrates Arbor Day with tree planting at Dorton Park
The City of Concord marked Arbor Day by planting a Regal Prince Oak at Dorton Park.
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Fair housing information sessions offered by Cabarrus County and cities
Cabarrus County, along with the Cities of Concord and Kannapolis, is organizing two fair housing information sessions in October.
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Concord prepares for tree lighting ceremony & Christmas parade this November
Holiday traditions will return to Downtown Concord next month with the 27th Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony on Friday, November 22, and the 96th Concord Christmas Parade on Saturday, November 23.
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Concord's annual loose leaf collection starts October 28
The City of Concord will begin its annual loose leaf collection on Monday, October 28.
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Community invited to shape new Les Myers Park mural design
A new public art project is underway at Les Myers Park, and the community has an opportunity to influence the mural's design through an online survey.
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Concord announces Labor Day closures and service schedule changes
City of Concord government offices will not be open on Labor Day, Monday, September 2, 2024.
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Avelo Airlines expands service at Concord with six new nonstop routes
Avelo Airlines is set to expand its network at Concord-Padgett Regional Airport, located near Charlotte, by introducing six new nonstop routes.
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Concord announces Independence Day closures and modified service schedules
The City of Concord has announced that its government offices will be closed on Thursday, July 4, in observance of Independence Day.
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Concord invites residents to join educational program for civic engagement
Residents of Concord have the opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of their city through the Concord 101 program.
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Concord adopts language access plan to aid non-English speakers
The City of Concord, one of the largest and fastest-growing cities in North Carolina, has adopted a Language Access Plan to address communication barriers and ensure the city remains welcoming for its diverse population.
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Concord presents FY2025 budget proposal focusing on infrastructure and community needs
City Manager Lloyd Payne presented the recommended Fiscal Year 2024-2025 budget to the Mayor and City Council on Thursday. The budget aims to deliver essential services and invest in critical infrastructure to support Concord's growing community while maintaining its high quality of life. It also prioritizes enhancing city parks, improving traffic flow, and expanding affordable housing options.
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Three local artists awarded $1K each in Clearwater arts center t-shirt contest
Friends, family, and community gathered at ClearWater Arts Center & Studios on Friday, May 24, for an evening celebrating art, culture, and inclusivity. The event marked the conclusion of ClearWater’s T-shirt design competition, which encouraged aspiring artists and designers to share their creativity and express what inclusivity at the art center means to them. Three winning designs were selected by a panel of judges, earning each artist $1,000 for their creative work. In a surprise outcome, two artists tied for the People’s Choice award and will move on to a second round of...
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Concord announces Memorial Day closures and modified service schedules
The City of Concord government offices will be closed on Monday, May 27, for Memorial Day. Several services will operate on modified schedules due to the observed holiday.
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Concord Electric Systems honored for restoration efforts in Gastonia
The City of Concord Electric Systems has been honored with a national commendation from the American Public Power Association (APPA) for its instrumental role in restoring electric power in Gastonia, N.C. This recognition comes after six crew members were dispatched to assist the City of Gastonia Utilities between May 9-11, 2024, following severe storms and two confirmed EF1 tornadoes that caused power outages across Gaston County.
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Closure Scheduled for Cabarrus Avenue Intersection in Downtown Concord
The intersection of Cabarrus Avenue and Union Street in Downtown Concord is set to undergo a temporary closure starting on May 20, 2024. This closure is part of the Downtown Concord Streetscape Project, aimed at enhancing the city's infrastructure and aesthetics. Contractors will be working on the streetscape and updating existing utilities during this period.According to project officials, "The intersection of Cabarrus Avenue and Union Street is scheduled to close on May 20, 2024, as part of the Downtown Concord Streetscape Project." Despite the closure, access to the...
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Concord Electric Systems Receives National Safety Award for Outstanding Practices
Concord Electric Systems in the City of Concord has been recognized with the American Public Power Association’s Safety Award of Excellence for their exceptional safety practices in 2023. Alex Burris, the Director of Concord Electric Systems, expressed his pride in the team's hard work and dedication, stating, "This award reflects our team’s hard work and dedication to achieving the highest safety standards." Burris commended the employees for their commitment to ensuring safety while performing their challenging tasks, emphasizing the importance of their well-being and...
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City of Concord Issues Advisory on Third-Party Payment System, Urges Caution
The City of Concord is advising customers to use caution and be aware of potential late payment and other user fees when using the online third-party bill payment system, doxo.com. In a recent advisory, the city emphasized that "doxo.com is not an approved vendor, partner, or in any way affiliated with the City of Concord."Amidst concerns raised by utility customers, the city highlighted that they have "received complaints from utility customers that their payments are not being received by the due date." The City of Concord clarified that they "cannot control when...
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Holiday Closures and Weekend Road Closures for the Bunny Run 5K & Festival
City of Concord government offices will be closed on Friday, March 29, for Good Friday, as announced by city officials. The annual Bunny Run 5K & Festival is set to return to Downtown Concord on Saturday, March 30, with a series of activities planned for the community.The event will commence with a free one-mile fun run at 8:30 a.m., followed by festival activities along McCachern Boulevard starting at 9 a.m. According to the City of Concord, McCachern Boulevard will be closed to through traffic during the event, with lane closures in effect on Union Street South and...
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Concord International Festival Returns October 5th
The fourth annual Concord International Festival is set to return to Downtown Concord on Saturday, October 5, 2024, from 12-6 p.m. The event promises a day filled with shopping, entertainment, food, and family fun, showcasing global flavors, music, dance, and a special kids’ zone. Mayor Bill Dusch expressed his enthusiasm for the event, stating, “We are excited to once again partner with El Puente Hispano to transform the streets of Concord with the colors, sights, sounds, and flavors of our city’s diverse cultures. The festival has quickly become one of our most beloved...
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ClearWater Arts Center & Studios Launches New Partnership and T-Shirt Design Contest
ClearWater Coordinator, Sarah Gay, expressed that "ClearWater is a place where people from all walks of life and cultural backgrounds and ages can come together and find community through the activity of art." The T-shirt design contest, in partnership with Studio Print Shop, aims to connect with diverse communities across the city and region, fostering creativity and inclusivity.The initiative is made possible by a grant from the Grassroots Arts Program of the North Carolina Arts Council and the Cabarrus Arts Council. ClearWater Arts Center hopes that the contest will...