Loose Leaf Collection Begins October 24 KANNAPOLIS CITY COUNCIL M. Darrell Hinnant Mayor
dhinnant@kannapolisnc.gov
Tom Kincaid Mayor Pro-tem
tkincaid@kannapolisnc.gov
Dianne Berry
dberry@kannapolisnc.gov
Ryan G. Dayvault
rdayvault@kannapolisnc.gov
Roger Haas
roger@racetocharlotte.com
Darrell Jackson
dljackson@kannapolisnc.gov
Doug Wilson
dwilson@kannapolisnc.gov
Leaves are banned from landfills by North Carolina law and cannot be disposed of in your garbage container. The City offers loose leaf collection Monday, October 24, 2016 - Friday, March 3, 2017. During the loose leaf collection period it is not necessary to bag leaves for them to be collected. However, if you do choose to bag your leaves, the bags will be collected weekly, the same day as your garbage is collected. Loose leaf collection will occur on ALL holidays EXCEPT Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day. For those two holidays, Waste Management will operate on a one-day delay for the remainder of the week. Loose Leaf Collection Schedule There are 10 zones in the city for loose leaf collection. To determine your loose leaf collection zone, please visit www.kannapolisnc.gov. Loose Leaf Collection Dos & Don’ts • Leaves must be placed at the curb or along the ditch line – not in ditches – in rows parallel with the street. • Leaves must be clear of sidewalks and the street. • Place leaves at the curb by 7 am to ensure collection on the scheduled day. • Leaves mixed with limbs, other yard waste, sweet gum balls, gravel, glass or other solid matter will not be collected. • Leaves in garbage containers will not be collected. • Leaves must be clear of water meters and fences, and placed on the street side of retaining walls.
Don’t Wait – Check the Date!
Calendar of Events OCTOBER 1 Fire Department 100th Anniversary Parade & Open House 10 am-3 pm, City Hall 8
Kannapolis Cruise-In 1-7 pm, Downtown
22
Fall Festival & Movie Night 3 pm (movie begins at 6:30 pm), Village Park
29
Kaleidoscope Cultural Arts Festival, 12-5 pm, Downtown
november 12 Run Kannapolis: Nutrithon 5k 8 am, Downtown Kannapolis 12
Kannapolis Cruise-In 1-7 pm, Downtown
25-26 Holiday Market 10 am-5 pm, City Hall 26
Annual Tree Lighting 6 pm, Village Park
26-30 Winterland Express & Celebration of Lights 6 pm, Village Park For a complete schedule, visit kannapolisnc.gov.
In 2015, U.S. fire departments responded to more than 368,000 house fires, which resulted in more than 2,700 deaths. Tragically, three out of five of these deaths were in homes with outdated or non-working smoke alarms. “Don’t Wait – Check the Date – Replace Smoke Alarms Every 10 Years” is an important message from the Kannapolis Fire Department to you. Working smoke alarms are vital to the safety of you and your family if a fire were to occur in your home or business. Please remember to: Test smoke alarms once a month; change batteries (if applicable) every six months; and replace smoke alarms every 10 years. Need assistance with your smoke alarms? The Kannapolis Fire Department can help!* Call 704-920-4260 or complete the public education request form found on the fire department’s web page at www.kannapolisnc.gov.
*Kannapolis Fire Personnel cannot install or provide technical assistance with hard-wired smoke alarms and other safety devices. For assistance with hard-wired safety devices, please consult a master electrician.
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Plan Your Event in Kannapolis
id you know that the City of Kannapolis has several different locations where you can rent space for anything from a small party to a large corporate event? The Cabarrus Bank Building, Dale Earnhardt Plaza, Laureate Center, Public Works Building, the Train Station, as well as locations at Veterans Park and Village Park are all available for reservation by businesses and the public. Kannapolis’ newest facility, The Laureate Center, has more than 15,500 square feet of space, making it the perfect location to host events, seminars, professional development classes and conferences. Located in the new Kannapolis City Hall & Police Headquarters, the center has a lovely gallery where receptions or other celebratory events can be held, as well as two beautifully landscaped terrace The Laureate Center areas that are ideal for social gatherings, in addition to the indoor meeting space. It also comes with all the available amenities you would need for your event, including audio/visual equipment, tables, chairs, podiums and Wi-Fi. Other facilities, like Dale Earnhardt Plaza and Veterans Park, are perfect for outdoor functions. The one-acre Dale Earnhardt Plaza honors Kannapolis hometown hero and racing legend, Dale Earnhardt Sr. The 900-pound, ninefoot-tall bronze statue is surrounded by walkways and gardens. The Veterans Park Gazebo offers an outdoor, covered facility, as well as walkways, fountains and green space to create a beautiful community gathering place for concerts and special events. Veterans Park also features the eternal flame, granite Ring of Honor, Memorial Plaza monument and a bronze wreath to create an atmosphere of respect and celebration.
Follow the City on Facebook (facebook.com/cityofkannapolis) and Twitter (twitter.com#Kannapolis) for regular updates and more ideas for fun.
The City of Kannapolis | 401 Laureate Way | Kannapolis, NC 28081 704.920.4300 | www.kannapolisnc.gov
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Veterans Park gazebo
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Planning a workshop or event that needs a classroom setting? The Public Works and Train Station facilities offer indoor space that is perfect for just such an event, with accommodations for as few as 36 guests and up to 299. Finally, the Cabarrus Bank Building, located in the historic downtown core, has become very popular with brides and others celebrating milestone family events. With 3,860 square feet, this facility will accommodate up to 144 people for any occasion, including receptions, weddings and birthday parties. It’s not too early to be planning for 2017. Reservations can be made up to 24 months in advance and are confirmed on a first-come, first-served basis. To secure a date for any event, a completed reservation application must be submitted and approved. These facilities or room(s) may only be used if paid for and confirmed through a reservation. A $100 security deposit is required for all conferences, meetings and other business uses, and a $250 security deposit for all social events. Multi-use and multi-day packages are available. Information and forms are available online at kannapolisnc.gov, via email at rentals@kannapolisnc.gov or call 704-920-4314.
Fall Festival 2016! N.C. Music Hall of Fame to Host Induction Ceremony The North Carolina Music Hall of Fame (NCMHOF) 2016 Induction Ceremony will take place on October 20 at the Kannapolis Performing Arts Center at A.L. Brown High School.
K-9 Units Join Police Department The Kannapolis Police Department has two new K-9 officers. K9 Stark is a 15-month-old Dutch Shepherd originally from Hungary and is assigned to Officer Chris Hamilton. K9 Banner is a 17month-old Belgian Malinois, also from Hungary. He is assigned to Officer Joseph Galyan.
There are also many picnic shelters and athletic fields available throughout the city that may be reserved. To inquire about renting these shelters, contact Parks & Recreation at 704-920-4343. For more information on the facilities, you may also visit www.kannapolisnc.gov/HowDoI/ReserveCityFacilities/tabid/172/Default.aspx. Cabarrus County residents can head to the ballot box early for one-stop absentee voting for the 2016 General Election beginning Thursday, October 20. Registered voters can cast their ballots over a 16-day period that ends the Saturday before the election. This year, one-stop voting is offered at four locations from October 20 through November 5. Cabarrus Board of Elections 369 Church Street N., Concord Thursday, Friday, October 20-21 • 8:30 am-5 pm Monday-Friday, October 24-November 4 • 8:30 am-5 pm Saturday, November 5 8:30 am-1 pm Concord Fire Station #9 1020 Ivey Cline Road, Concord
Harrisburg Library 201 Sims Parkway, Harrisburg
Cabarrus Bank Building 201 West Avenue, Kannapolis Thursday, Friday October 27-28 • 11 am-7 pm Monday-Friday, October 31-November 4 • 11 am-7 pm Saturday, November 5 • 8:30 am-12:00 noon IMPORTANT: You do not need any identification to vote. For more information, visit www.cabarruscounty.us/elections or call 704-920-2860.
Join us at the Fall Festival on Saturday, October 22 , from 3-6:30 pm for a day of family fun at Village Park! Come dressed in your costume and enjoy games, treats, crafts and more!
The Avett Brothers
Inductees, The Avett Brothers, The Band of Oz, David Holt and special guest artist Chairmen of the Board will perform live. Inductee Justin Robinson – original member of the Carolina Chocolate Drops – will accept the award on behalf of the group but will not perform. Inductee Ron Tyson will not appear, he will be in Europe touring with his group The Temptations. The late Chuck Brown and the late Percy Heath are being inducted posthumously. General admission tickets remain for the event, but are selling quickly. Tickets may be purchased online at NorthCarolinaMusicHallofFame.org or at the museum located at 600 Dale Earnhardt Blvd., Kannapolis. Contact the NCMHOF Museum for details at 704-934-2320.
K-9 Banner
The Fall Festival is always a wonderful time of fun, food and fellowship for the community! After sunset, join us under the stars for the feature film: Hotel Transylvania 2. For more information, contact Kannapolis Parks & Recreation at 704-920-4343 or parks@kannapolisnc.gov.
Both dogs completed a six-week course with Southern Police Canines, located in Spring Hope, NC. K-9 Stark They are certified in patrol and narcotics detection, as well as tracking and handler protection.
Kannapolis Fire to Host Training
for Special Populations On Tuesday, November 29, Kannapolis Fire and the Charlotte Regional Center of the N.C. Health and Human Services will host Safety Awareness Day for the Deaf/Hard-of-Hearing/Deaf-Blind community at Kannapolis City Hall (401 Laureate Way) from 10 am -12 pm.
This training is the second time these two groups have joined together to host and is made possible by N.C. Office of State Fire Marshal, N.C. Department of Health and Human Services, N.C. Fire & Life Safety Educators’ Association and Kannapolis Fire Department.
This free training seminar will provide information on medical alert devices, winter safety and fall prevention. There will also be an opportunity to tour Kannapolis City Hall and the 911 Communications Center. The event is limited to 50 attendees and early registration is encouraged.
To register contact: Brenda Lusk Freeman, Community Accessibility Consultant Division of Services for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing, Charlotte Regional Center North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services 704-568-8558 Office | 800-835-5306 TTY | 800-835-5302 Voice 704-935-2043 Videophone | 704-568-9516 Fax Brenda.Freeman@dhhs.nc.gov 5501 Executive Center Drive, Suite 200 | Charlotte, NC 28212
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Planning a workshop or event that needs a classroom setting? The Public Works and Train Station facilities offer indoor space that is perfect for just such an event, with accommodations for as few as 36 guests and up to 299. Finally, the Cabarrus Bank Building, located in the historic downtown core, has become very popular with brides and others celebrating milestone family events. With 3,860 square feet, this facility will accommodate up to 144 people for any occasion, including receptions, weddings and birthday parties. It’s not too early to be planning for 2017. Reservations can be made up to 24 months in advance and are confirmed on a first-come, first-served basis. To secure a date for any event, a completed reservation application must be submitted and approved. These facilities or room(s) may only be used if paid for and confirmed through a reservation. A $100 security deposit is required for all conferences, meetings and other business uses, and a $250 security deposit for all social events. Multi-use and multi-day packages are available. Information and forms are available online at kannapolisnc.gov, via email at rentals@kannapolisnc.gov or call 704-920-4314.
Fall Festival 2016! N.C. Music Hall of Fame to Host Induction Ceremony The North Carolina Music Hall of Fame (NCMHOF) 2016 Induction Ceremony will take place on October 20 at the Kannapolis Performing Arts Center at A.L. Brown High School.
K-9 Units Join Police Department The Kannapolis Police Department has two new K-9 officers. K9 Stark is a 15-month-old Dutch Shepherd originally from Hungary and is assigned to Officer Chris Hamilton. K9 Banner is a 17month-old Belgian Malinois, also from Hungary. He is assigned to Officer Joseph Galyan.
There are also many picnic shelters and athletic fields available throughout the city that may be reserved. To inquire about renting these shelters, contact Parks & Recreation at 704-920-4343. For more information on the facilities, you may also visit www.kannapolisnc.gov/HowDoI/ReserveCityFacilities/tabid/172/Default.aspx. Cabarrus County residents can head to the ballot box early for one-stop absentee voting for the 2016 General Election beginning Thursday, October 20. Registered voters can cast their ballots over a 16-day period that ends the Saturday before the election. This year, one-stop voting is offered at four locations from October 20 through November 5. Cabarrus Board of Elections 369 Church Street N., Concord Thursday, Friday, October 20-21 • 8:30 am-5 pm Monday-Friday, October 24-November 4 • 8:30 am-5 pm Saturday, November 5 8:30 am-1 pm Concord Fire Station #9 1020 Ivey Cline Road, Concord
Harrisburg Library 201 Sims Parkway, Harrisburg
Cabarrus Bank Building 201 West Avenue, Kannapolis Thursday, Friday October 27-28 • 11 am-7 pm Monday-Friday, October 31-November 4 • 11 am-7 pm Saturday, November 5 • 8:30 am-12:00 noon IMPORTANT: You do not need any identification to vote. For more information, visit www.cabarruscounty.us/elections or call 704-920-2860.
Join us at the Fall Festival on Saturday, October 22 , from 3-6:30 pm for a day of family fun at Village Park! Come dressed in your costume and enjoy games, treats, crafts and more!
The Avett Brothers
Inductees, The Avett Brothers, The Band of Oz, David Holt and special guest artist Chairmen of the Board will perform live. Inductee Justin Robinson – original member of the Carolina Chocolate Drops – will accept the award on behalf of the group but will not perform. Inductee Ron Tyson will not appear, he will be in Europe touring with his group The Temptations. The late Chuck Brown and the late Percy Heath are being inducted posthumously. General admission tickets remain for the event, but are selling quickly. Tickets may be purchased online at NorthCarolinaMusicHallofFame.org or at the museum located at 600 Dale Earnhardt Blvd., Kannapolis. Contact the NCMHOF Museum for details at 704-934-2320.
K-9 Banner
The Fall Festival is always a wonderful time of fun, food and fellowship for the community! After sunset, join us under the stars for the feature film: Hotel Transylvania 2. For more information, contact Kannapolis Parks & Recreation at 704-920-4343 or parks@kannapolisnc.gov.
Both dogs completed a six-week course with Southern Police Canines, located in Spring Hope, NC. K-9 Stark They are certified in patrol and narcotics detection, as well as tracking and handler protection.
Kannapolis Fire to Host Training
for Special Populations On Tuesday, November 29, Kannapolis Fire and the Charlotte Regional Center of the N.C. Health and Human Services will host Safety Awareness Day for the Deaf/Hard-of-Hearing/Deaf-Blind community at Kannapolis City Hall (401 Laureate Way) from 10 am -12 pm.
This training is the second time these two groups have joined together to host and is made possible by N.C. Office of State Fire Marshal, N.C. Department of Health and Human Services, N.C. Fire & Life Safety Educators’ Association and Kannapolis Fire Department.
This free training seminar will provide information on medical alert devices, winter safety and fall prevention. There will also be an opportunity to tour Kannapolis City Hall and the 911 Communications Center. The event is limited to 50 attendees and early registration is encouraged.
To register contact: Brenda Lusk Freeman, Community Accessibility Consultant Division of Services for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing, Charlotte Regional Center North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services 704-568-8558 Office | 800-835-5306 TTY | 800-835-5302 Voice 704-935-2043 Videophone | 704-568-9516 Fax Brenda.Freeman@dhhs.nc.gov 5501 Executive Center Drive, Suite 200 | Charlotte, NC 28212
Loose Leaf Collection Begins October 24 KANNAPOLIS CITY COUNCIL M. Darrell Hinnant Mayor
dhinnant@kannapolisnc.gov
Tom Kincaid Mayor Pro-tem
tkincaid@kannapolisnc.gov
Dianne Berry
dberry@kannapolisnc.gov
Ryan G. Dayvault
rdayvault@kannapolisnc.gov
Roger Haas
roger@racetocharlotte.com
Darrell Jackson
dljackson@kannapolisnc.gov
Doug Wilson
dwilson@kannapolisnc.gov
Leaves are banned from landfills by North Carolina law and cannot be disposed of in your garbage container. The City offers loose leaf collection Monday, October 24, 2016 - Friday, March 3, 2017. During the loose leaf collection period it is not necessary to bag leaves for them to be collected. However, if you do choose to bag your leaves, the bags will be collected weekly, the same day as your garbage is collected. Loose leaf collection will occur on ALL holidays EXCEPT Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day. For those two holidays, Waste Management will operate on a one-day delay for the remainder of the week. Loose Leaf Collection Schedule There are 10 zones in the city for loose leaf collection. To determine your loose leaf collection zone, please visit www.kannapolisnc.gov. Loose Leaf Collection Dos & Don’ts • Leaves must be placed at the curb or along the ditch line – not in ditches – in rows parallel with the street. • Leaves must be clear of sidewalks and the street. • Place leaves at the curb by 7 am to ensure collection on the scheduled day. • Leaves mixed with limbs, other yard waste, sweet gum balls, gravel, glass or other solid matter will not be collected. • Leaves in garbage containers will not be collected. • Leaves must be clear of water meters and fences, and placed on the street side of retaining walls.
Don’t Wait – Check the Date!
Calendar of Events OCTOBER 1 Fire Department 100th Anniversary Parade & Open House 10 am-3 pm, City Hall 8
Kannapolis Cruise-In 1-7 pm, Downtown
22
Fall Festival & Movie Night 3 pm (movie begins at 6:30 pm), Village Park
29
Kaleidoscope Cultural Arts Festival, 12-5 pm, Downtown
november 12 Run Kannapolis: Nutrithon 5k 8 am, Downtown Kannapolis 12
Kannapolis Cruise-In 1-7 pm, Downtown
25-26 Holiday Market 10 am-5 pm, City Hall 26
Annual Tree Lighting 6 pm, Village Park
26-30 Winterland Express & Celebration of Lights 6 pm, Village Park For a complete schedule, visit kannapolisnc.gov.
In 2015, U.S. fire departments responded to more than 368,000 house fires, which resulted in more than 2,700 deaths. Tragically, three out of five of these deaths were in homes with outdated or non-working smoke alarms. “Don’t Wait – Check the Date – Replace Smoke Alarms Every 10 Years” is an important message from the Kannapolis Fire Department to you. Working smoke alarms are vital to the safety of you and your family if a fire were to occur in your home or business. Please remember to: Test smoke alarms once a month; change batteries (if applicable) every six months; and replace smoke alarms every 10 years. Need assistance with your smoke alarms? The Kannapolis Fire Department can help!* Call 704-920-4260 or complete the public education request form found on the fire department’s web page at www.kannapolisnc.gov.
*Kannapolis Fire Personnel cannot install or provide technical assistance with hard-wired smoke alarms and other safety devices. For assistance with hard-wired safety devices, please consult a master electrician.
D
Plan Your Event in Kannapolis
id you know that the City of Kannapolis has several different locations where you can rent space for anything from a small party to a large corporate event? The Cabarrus Bank Building, Dale Earnhardt Plaza, Laureate Center, Public Works Building, the Train Station, as well as locations at Veterans Park and Village Park are all available for reservation by businesses and the public. Kannapolis’ newest facility, The Laureate Center, has more than 15,500 square feet of space, making it the perfect location to host events, seminars, professional development classes and conferences. Located in the new Kannapolis City Hall & Police Headquarters, the center has a lovely gallery where receptions or other celebratory events can be held, as well as two beautifully landscaped terrace The Laureate Center areas that are ideal for social gatherings, in addition to the indoor meeting space. It also comes with all the available amenities you would need for your event, including audio/visual equipment, tables, chairs, podiums and Wi-Fi. Other facilities, like Dale Earnhardt Plaza and Veterans Park, are perfect for outdoor functions. The one-acre Dale Earnhardt Plaza honors Kannapolis hometown hero and racing legend, Dale Earnhardt Sr. The 900-pound, ninefoot-tall bronze statue is surrounded by walkways and gardens. The Veterans Park Gazebo offers an outdoor, covered facility, as well as walkways, fountains and green space to create a beautiful community gathering place for concerts and special events. Veterans Park also features the eternal flame, granite Ring of Honor, Memorial Plaza monument and a bronze wreath to create an atmosphere of respect and celebration.
Follow the City on Facebook (facebook.com/cityofkannapolis) and Twitter (twitter.com#Kannapolis) for regular updates and more ideas for fun.
The City of Kannapolis | 401 Laureate Way | Kannapolis, NC 28081 704.920.4300 | www.kannapolisnc.gov
OCTOBER 2016
Veterans Park gazebo
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