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Economic and Workforce Development

  • Extended the Downtown Parking Program pilot by an additional year to gather further data and community feedback.
  • Officially designated the Downtown Municipal Service District as a Community and Economic Development project area, as allowed by local authority and the City Charter.
  • Modified the City’s Investment Grant Program to align tier percentages with Rowan County’s investment policy, based on projected investment levels.
  • Approved a pilot Small Business Assistance Program in partnership with the Rowan County Chamber of Commerce, aimed at fostering local entrepreneurship.
  • Awarded a Level 3 incentive grant to RP Salisbury Partners, LLC, supporting their estimated $3.14 million investment.
  • Revised the Downtown Revitalization Grant Program to better support ongoing improvements.
  • Advanced the Micro Transit pilot program by securing approval from NCDOT-IMD and releasing a Request for Proposals for vendor implementation.
  • Approved key documents for the Empire Project, including the authorization of Phase I and agreements defining milestones for Phases II and III.

Sustainable Infrastructure

  • Received a $400,000 pre-construction planning grant for the SRU Wastewater Master Plan.
  • Approved the local water supply plan for the SRU system.
  • Secured a $400,000 grant through the Local Assistance for Stormwater Infrastructure Investments Program.
  • Authorized staff to proceed with the Main Street project design, including city-owned lighting and mast arms.
  • Approved three voluntary annexations totaling 67.35 acres.
  • Initiated the Downtown Sewer Rehabilitation Project.
  • Approved a municipal agreement with NCDOT for Congestion and Air Quality funds to support the Multi-Modal Depot Project’s sustainable infrastructure.
  • Approved the 2025 Downtown Salisbury Master Plan.
  • Partnered with the Tourism Development Authority to install a brick sidewalk in the Railwalk District.
  • Implemented Office 365 for all employees.
  • Received two all-electric, ADA-accessible 25-foot buses, purchased through the Volkswagen Settlement Program.

Healthy, Safe and Engaged Neighborhoods

  • Partnered with Shelter Ministries of Rowan County and First Horizons Community to construct 10 units of permanent supportive housing using HOME ARPA funds.
  • Launched the South Main Street small area plan with a walking assessment.
  • Continued making progress on the 10-Year Housing Strategy Plan.
  • Added an additional homeless liaison position in the Police Department to address needs of the unhoused.
  • Continued work with the Development Finance Institute to issue a Request for Proposals for development of the former Kesler Mill Site.
  • Applied for a Reconnecting Communities grant to study West Innes corridor improvements.
  • Piloted a Neighborhood Beautification Grant program.
  • Hosted the 14th annual Blockwork project in the 1100 and 1200 blocks of West Horah Street.

Cultural Amenities

  • Approved the Arch of Freedom installation at Patriot’s Flag Concourse in City Park, in partnership with the Salisbury Rotary Club.
  • Collaborated with Rufty-Holmes Senior Center to develop a Master Plan for a multi-generational community center and pool.
  • Completed a new Paint the Pavement project near Lee and Kerr Streets.
  • Contracted with an architect to remodel the Parks and Recreation Event Center at 130 S. Main St.
  • Started planning process for additional murals.
  • Coordinated and planned 16 events at Bell Tower Green including Juneteenth, Pride and Hispanic festivals.
  • Hosted the 16th annual Sculpture Show and held the first public reception to meet the artists.

Organizational Excellence

  • Adopted the City’s inaugural Strategic Plan, laying a foundation for long-term goals and direction. Updated the City’s Core Values, Mission and Vision.
  • Approved a compensation increase for employees with a 1.5% COLA and a 4.5% range adjustment, alongside a continued longevity bonus and an average 3% merit raise.
  • Reviewed employee benefits and maintained a no-cost health insurance option.
  • Completed training sessions focused on diversity and bias awareness.
  • Organized the Health & Wellness Olympics to foster teamwork, highlight wellness initiatives, and support the community at Rowan Helping Ministries.
  • Implemented a Paid Parental Leave policy granting four weeks of paid leave to eligible employees.
  • Appointed Carlton A. Jackson, Jr. to fill a vacancy on the City Council.
  • Started a pilot employee mentorship program to pair employees to help them explore opportunities to grow in their positions, while breaking down silos between departments and positions.
  • Continued the Passport Program, an internal program modeled after the Citizens Academy, to give employees a chance to learn about other departments and build relationships across functional areas.
  • Started Employee Interest Groups which are led by employees and brings employees together through areas of shared interest (reading, sports, theater)
  • Continued the Employee Advisory Committee that meets with the City Manager once each month for three months. Employees then roll off and new employees participate to share information and ask questions.
  • Soft-launched an employee newsletter to improve communication with employees.
  • Hired a consultant to review recruiting and promotional policies and review organizational employee data for fairness and equity.
  • Implemented Management Essentials for new supervisors and rising leaders in the organization.
  • Created an informational handbook for Boards and Commissions members.

Public Safety

  • Revised City Code on panhandling to enhance public safety in rights-of-way and install educational signage.
  • Continued construction of the new Fire Station 3 to include a new Emergency Operations Center.
  • Purchased ballistic vests funded through the directed appropriation from the State to address public safety.
  • Contracted with United Way to administer and manage $222,200 in non-profit grant funds through the Byrne Criminal Justice Initiative, supporting West End community vitality.
  • Adopted an ordinance defining e-scooters and prohibiting their use on public property within the Municipal Service District.
  • Continued “Community Conversations” sessions, focusing on specific groups including seniors, Hispanic residents, youth, and LGBTQ+ communities.
  • Budgeted and contracted for improved firefighter physicals and enhanced cancer screening.

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