Town of Red Cross

Why is RED CROSS referred to as a TOWN WHEN IT DOESNT HAVE A POST OFFICE ?

Reminder:

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In observance of the Memorial Day holiday on Monday, May 25th, trash collection services will operate on a one-day delay next week. Waste Management will collect trash on Tuesday, May 26th.
Thank you, and we hope you have a safe and enjoyable Memorial Day holiday.

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PUBLIC HEARING

In accordance with North Carolina General Statutes, notice is hereby given that the Town of Red Cross will conduct a Public Hearing during its regular Town Board meeting on June 8, 2026, at 7:00 p.m.
The purpose of this hearing is to receive public comment, both for and against, regarding a proposed rezoning of the property located at 420 Peach Tree Road, owned by Teresa Curry. The applicant has requested that the property be rezoned from Rural Agriculture (RA) to R-20 Residential to permit the construction of a single-family residence.
Additional information is available at Red Cross Town Hall or by calling 704-485-2002.
This notice shall be published in a local newspaper on May 20, 2026, and May 27, 2026.

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Reminder: The Town Council will meet on Monday, May 11th at 6:30 PM for their pre-meeting session. A public hearing for the reading of the 2026–2027 budget will begin at 7:00 PM, followed by the regular monthly council meeting.

🔥 BURN BAN LIFTED 🔥

The Stanly County Fire Marshal’s Office and City of Albemarle Fire Marshal’s Office have lifted the local burn ban effective 12:00 p.m. today, Friday, May 8, 2026. This follows the North Carolina Forest Service lifting the statewide burn ban effective 8:00 a.m.

⚠️ Burn permits are still REQUIRED for any open burning. Previous permits issued before the burn ban are no longer valid and residents must obtain a new permit.

Get a permit here:
https://apps.ncagr.gov/burnpermits

✅ LEGAL TO BURN:
• Leaves
• Limbs & brush
• Yard debris
• Untreated natural vegetation

❌ ILLEGAL TO BURN:
• Trash or household garbage
• Plastics or rubber
• Treated lumber
• Construction debris
• Tires or shingles

Please burn responsibly:
• Never leave a fire unattended
• Keep water or extinguishing tools nearby
• Avoid burning during windy conditions

Residents within municipal limits should also check with local officials regarding any additional burning ordinances.

For questions, contact the Stanly County Fire Marshal’s Office or City of Albemarle Fire Marshal’s Office.

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2nd Notice

Notice: Public Hearing to view the proposed budget for FY 26-27 please visit town hall or our website https://www.townofredcross.com/budgets

Reminder the Planning and Zoning board will be meeting Monday May 4 at 6pm for their regular monthly meeting. The Town Council will hold a budget workshop after that.

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Notice: Public Hearing to view the proposed budget for FY 26-27 please visit town hall or our website https://www.townofredcross.com/budgets