In a collaborative approach aimed at increasing mental health support and crisis intervention, Rowan County Public Health and the city of Salisbury have joined forces to launch an initiative promoting the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline's new three-digit number, 988. As part of this effort, magnets featuring the 988 crisis line will soon be displayed on both Salisbury police cars and fire trucks.
The event will take place on Saturday, March 23, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at The Bell Tower Green. Spring crafts, hayrides, snacks and family-friendly fun will also be available…all for FREE.
Photos will be posted to the DSI Facebook page within a few days of the event for you to download and print.
Within the recent City of Salisbury’s Tree Canopy Assessment Report, 45% of Salisbury’s land area is covered with canopy. This report also looks at neighborhood canopy coverage, beneficial cost of tree canopies, and an overview of future planting areas within Salisbury.
City departments kicked off the upcoming budget year, Wednesday, Jan. 30, in preparation for the next fiscal year. Fiscal Year 2025 (FY2025) is the city’s budget year that will run from July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025. The adopted budget ordinance will set the new tax rate and city fees.
Employee Spotlight: R. J. Hill
This month’s employee spotlight is R.J. Hill, a detective for the Salisbury Police Department.
Remaining weekdays are by appointment only
Salisbury’s land and development services department transitions to a Wednesday walk-in only service and a by-appointment format for the remaining weekdays to create a more efficient and consistent permitting process for residents, business owners and developers. The new office schedule will begin Monday, Jan. 22.