City of Concord Government

Today, is giving a big high-five to our lineworkers who competed in this year’s North Carolina Association of Municipal Electric Systems (NCAMES) Lineman’s Rodeo! ✋⚡️

TJ Hurlocker earned 3rd place overall in the journeyman division, earning him a spot at this year’s national competition for the third year in a row! He also earned 3rd place in the Double Pin Insulator Change-Out event.

Joshua Key competed for the first time ever this year and placed 6th overall in the apprentice division.

Joining TJ and Joshua in competing this year were Bobby Fink, Philip Tyrseck, Joseph Tyrseck, Thomas Farmer, Houston Barbee, and Pedro Gonzalez.

We’re so proud of all our competitors for representing our City so well and showcasing the skills, strength, and knowledge needed to keep our power on. 💡🫶

☀️🥵It’s going to be a HOT weekend,

If you’re looking for a place to cool off - check out the McInnis Pool!

For residents, a day pass is $2 for children and $5 for adults. For non-residents, it costs $5 for children and $10 for adults. Children aged 3 and under are always free. You can purchase your day pass in-person just before entering the pool area. To avoid credit/debit card fees, cash payment is accepted.

Pool Hours:
Sunday – Thursday: 1:00 P.M. – 5:00 P.M.
Friday & Saturday: 12:00 P.M. – 6:00 P.M.

Learn more about our pool and get your season pass here 👉 ConcordNC.gov/McInnisPool

We’ve got not just one, but TWO free concerts this weekend, !

Les Myers LIVE! - Friday, June 5 at 6:00 P.M. 🤠🎶

Join us Friday evening at Les Myers Park where Country music band, Metro Jethro, will bring blend of bluegrass, country, and rock to the stage! A food truck will be onsite for the evening and additional parking is available at R. Brown McAllister Elementary School, with a convenient shuttle taking visitors to and from the park.

Harmony Nights in Downtown Concord - Saturday, June 6 at 6 P.M. 🎸🎤

On Saturday, Carolina Barnburners will take the stage in the heart of Downtown Concord NC and fill the streets with popular dance and party hits, classic rock, and beach music! Grab dinner or a sweet treat from your favorite downtown spot and have a drink in the social district while enjoying the live music.

Whether you're a longtime resident or visiting for the first time, we hope you’ll join us Downtown or at Les Myers Park this weekend! Bring your lawn chair or a blanket and tell your friends and neighbors!

Don’t forget to join us this Thursday for our second in-person Church Street corridor community meeting!

Based on your feedback from our last community meeting and online survey, we’ve developed guiding principles and recommendations for the corridor plan and want your continued input!

If you live, work, or visit places along the Church Street corridor, join us to learn more about what the corridor plan is (and isn’t) and share your vision for the corridor’s future.

🗓️ Thursday, June 4
⌚️ Drop in between 5-7 p.m.
📍 The Nook – 363 Church St N

Learn more 👉 publicinput.com/churchstreet

New Month ➡ New Look! The glow up continues at Caldwell Park and the Academy-Gibson fields ✨. Plus lots of progress at the brand new Ramseur Park! Check out what’s been happening with our Parks & Rec Bond projects.

Marvin Caldwell Park:
Crews are nearly finished with the stage and seating area of the Robert Mathis Amphitheater and the covered basketball courts, Next, they’ll install the playground and much anticipated splash pad equipment!

Academy-Gibson Athletic Fields:
Last month the artificial turf field was completed, making a huge visual impact on the renovations. This month, crews installed the backstop and netting along the baseball field, continued renovations on the existing buildings, and they are nearing completion on construction of the new restroom and storage facility.

J.E. “Jim” Ramseur Park:
Site grading and stormwater drainage system installation continues, along with boardwalk installation for the new portion that will connect to the Clarke Creek Greenway.
David Phillips Park:
We’re excited to share that construction of the new David Phillips Park will begin later this summer!

Academy-Gibson Skate Park, Pump Track, and Sculpture Garden:
We’re in the final design phase of the much-anticipated Skate Park, Pump Track ,and Sculpture Garden! Once the designs are finalized, we will present them to City Council later this summer for approval.

Learn more and track the progress of our Parks & Rec bond projects 👉 ConcordBonds.com/ProjectUpdate

Looking for a summer camp for your little golfer? Check out the summer clinics at Rocky River Golf Club and sign up here 👉 https://www.rockyrivergolf.com/clinics/

1st Junior Camp of the summer is off and running! Visit rockyrivergolf.com to see registration info for camps offered in June, July, and August.

's City Manager Lloyd Payne presented the recommended FY27 budget to Mayor Morris and City Council today. They will further discuss the budget and hold a public hearing during the City Council meeting on June 11 at 6 p.m. in City Hall.

The budget continues the City’s commitment to providing exceptional service to residents while supporting a high quality of life. To achieve this, the recommended budget maintains the current property tax rate and prioritizes funding for essential City services and employee retention to sustain the high level of services residents expect and deserve.

Learn more 👉 https://bit.ly/4viaUTY

📣 Come work with us! Check out our latest job openings and apply today by visiting ConcordNC.gov/Careers

Our Safe Disposal Event is THIS SATURDAY!

Join us from 9 - 11 a.m. at the Village Shopping Center parking lot at 280 Concord Parkway S.

When entering the event, please use the entrance at the intersection of Concord Parkway S. and Warren C. Coleman Blvd., near the Burger King and KFC/Taco Bell. See the map for details!

📄 Paper: limited to 5 trash bags or bankers boxes per person

📺 Electronic Waste: televisions, computers, and other devices

💊 Unused or expired medications: the City of Concord Police Department will be on site to safely dispose of unused and expired medications. Needles will not be accepted during this event.

🔋Lithium-ion batteries: should be brought in a sealed, plastic bag