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🏙️ Albemarle Invites Residents to “Envision Albemarle 2045” Open House
The City of Albemarle is inviting residents to learn more about Envision Albemarle 2045, the city’s updated comprehensive land use plan, during two upcoming open house sessions.
📅 Thursday, October 23rd – City Hall Council Chambers
- Session 1: 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM
- Session 2: 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
Both sessions will cover the same material, and residents only need to attend one.
Brittani McClendon, Albemarle’s Interim Planning Director, said:
“We’re looking forward to welcoming our residents and showing how their input has been incorporated into the city’s comprehensive land use plan. This plan wouldn’t be complete without their voices.”
Over the past several months, city staff and volunteers have gathered input from more than 700 residents through surveys, neighborhood meetings, and interactive exercises. That feedback helped shape the draft plan, which is available for public review at albemarlenc.gov/future.
The open house will give residents a chance to explore the draft plan and provide feedback on:
- Residential and business growth
- Transportation and connectivity
- City services
- Environmental sustainability
The Envision Albemarle 2045 plan serves as a 20-year road map to guide land use, development, and infrastructure decisions across the city.
🧪 Oakboro STEM School Earns State Distinction and Grant
Oakboro Choice STEM School has been renewed as a STEM School of Distinction, recognizing excellence in science, technology, engineering, and math education.
Dr. Charles Aiken presented the renewal at a recent Board of Education meeting, praising the efforts of students, staff, and community partners.
In addition, the school has received a $14,942.50 grant from the National Inventors Hall of Fame, supporting two new modules for K–5 students in STEM AMP classes.
“This recognition highlights the incredible work of our students, staff, and community in preparing learners for success through innovation, collaboration, and hands-on learning,” said Dr. Dennis.
🏗️ Locust Sees Strong September Growth
The City of Locust reported a total of 15 new home permits issued in September, along with:
- 1 garage
- 1 remodel
- 3 new commercial permits
- 1 storage structure
- 1 sign
That brings the city’s total to 104 new home permits issued through the end of September.
🎖️ Albemarle Honors 100-Year-Old Veteran
At Monday’s city council meeting, Mayor Ronnie Michael and the Albemarle City Council honored James Nance, a 100-year-old World War II veteran, with a proclamation celebrating his service and lifelong contributions.
Mr. Nance served in the U.S. Army’s 100th Infantry Division, earning the Bronze Star for heroism in France and Germany. He was also the longtime dealer and owner of Confederate Chevrolet in Albemarle from 1953 to 2007.
The proclamation noted Nance’s decades of community service and his 75-year marriage to his wife, Helen.
“We hereby honor James Nance on the occasion of his 100th birthday and extend our best wishes for his continued good health,” said Mayor Michael.
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