Concert on the Green Features Lake Norman Big Band: June 2 at 6:00 p.m.

The Lake Norman Big Band (LNBB), a 20-member ensemble composed of talented musicians from the Lake Norman region, takes the stage on Davidson’s town green on Sunday, June 2 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. as part of the Concerts on... Read on...

Watercolor Art Exhibit at Town Hall: Opening Reception June 7 at 6:00 p.m.

The Town of Davidson Parks and Recreation department is pleased to announce The Beautiful World of Watercolor Art Exhibit, presented by instructor Jim Kerr and his students, June 7- 28, Monday to Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5... Read on...

The Town of Davidson Offices Close for Memorial Day Holiday on May 27

The Town of Davidson offices, including town hall at 216 South Main Street and the Parks and Recreation Department at 859 South Street, will close Monday, May 27, in observance of the Memorial Day holiday. We will re-open... Read on...

Rough Draft Band to Perform on Green Sunday, May 19

Charlotte-based Rough Draft will perform on the green this Sunday from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. This rhythm and blues variety band features dance hits from artists like Michael Jackson, Gloria Gaynor, The Gap Band, Earth, Wind and... Read on...

Davidson Board of Commissioners Retreat Scheduled for May 17

The Davidson Board of Commissioners and town staff will be attending a retreat (listed on the adopted meeting schedule) on Friday, May 17 at the Foundation for the Carolinas located at 220 North Tryon Street, Charlotte, NC... Read on...

Citizens Invited to Hear Results of Davidson Pedestrian Plan: May 21 at 7:00 p.m.

On Tuesday, May 21 at 7:00 p.m., citizens are invited to a joint meeting of the Livability and Planning boards at town hall. The draft of the Davidson Pedestrian Master Plan, as well as recommendations, will be presented by... Read on...

Town of Davidson Releases Quarter-End Department Reports

The Town of Davidson’s department head reports for the third quarter of FY 2012-2013 are now available at this link:

http://nc-davidson.civicplus.com/DocumentCenter/View/4026

Agenda for Davidson Board of Commissioners May 14 Meeting Now Available

Agenda for Davidson Board of Commissioners
May 14 Meeting Now Available

The agenda for the Davidson Board of Commissioners Meeting scheduled for Tuesday, May 14, at 6:00 p.m. at town hall is as follows:
AGENDA
TOWN OF... Read on...

Mayor John Woods Proclaims May 17 “Town of Davidson Bike to Work and School Day”

Mayor John Woods proclaimed Friday, May 17 as “Bike to Work and School Day” in Davidson. The town values the use of the bicycle as a practical, healthy, economical, and environmentally sound means of transportation and... Read on...

The Dickens Band is Re-scheduled to Play on Davidson’s Town Green May 12

The Dickens Band is Re-scheduled to Play on Davidson’s Town Green May 12

Citizens are invited to the town green on Sunday, May 12 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. to hear The Dickens Band perform as part of the Concerts on the... Read on...

Davidson Board of Commissioners to Meet May 7

Davidson Board of Commissioners
Will Meet May 7

The Davidson Board of Commissioners is holding a regularly-scheduled meeting Tuesday, May 7, at 4:15 p.m. at town hall located at 216 South Main Street. There is no... Read on...

Davidson Lifeline Committee Offers Free QPR Training To All Citizens: Goal Is To Prevent Suicide

Davidson Lifeline, a citizen-led and town-supported suicide prevention committee, offers QPR training to all citizens, free of charge. QPR (“Question, Persuade, Refer”) training is a curriculum, created by the QPR Institute... Read on...

Manager’s Report: April 2013

Manager’s Report: April 2013

Board of Commissioner meeting (April 9) update:

We recognized our Civics 101 attendees at the beginning of the meeting on April 9.

We had a few presentations:
Stacey Reimer spoke on... Read on...

The Dickens Band to Play on Davidson’s Town Green May 5

Citizens are invited to the town green on Sunday, May 5 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. to hear The Dickens Band perform as part of the Concerts on the Green series. These veterans of the Southeastern music scene have joined forces... Read on...

MI-Connection Board of Directors Share 2014 Budget, Excellent Q3 Results and Product Updates

The MI-Connection Board of Directors met Thursday, April 25 at Davidson town hall to present their FY 2014 budget and share their Q3 2013 results and product updates.

The meeting began with a public hearing regarding the... Read on...

Special Meeting Notice: Community Chat April 30

The Town of Davidson Board of Commissioners will hold a Community Chat on Tuesday, April 30, 2013 from 5:00 to 6:30 p.m. in Hance Auditorium at the top of the Chambers Building on Davidson College’s campus. All citizens are... Read on...

Join us for TOWN DAY on the Green May 4: Culminates with Concert at 5pm

Join us for Town Day from 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Saturday, May 4 on the town green. We’re encouraging all citizens to walk or ride a bike (May is National Bike Month) to the green, and police officers will be stationed... Read on...

Applications Now Available For MI-Connection Board of Directors: Deadline May 14

Due to three upcoming board member term expirations, the MI-Connection Board of Directors seeks applicants.

Board members serve two-year terms and will also participate on “ad hoc” committees for strategic planning,... Read on...

The Davidson Police Department Announces Arrest of Fifth Third Bank Robber

The Davidson Police Department is pleased to announce the arrest of Mooresville resident Alfred Ray Gibson, charged with common law (unarmed) robbery of the Fifth Third Bank on Main Street on April 8, 2013.

A warrant was... Read on...

Agenda for Davidson Board of Commissioners April 23 Work Session Now Available

The agenda for the Davidson Board of Commissioners work session scheduled for Tuesday, April 23, at 6:00 p.m. at town hall is now available via this link:
http://davidsonpublic.novusagenda.com/

Here it is in text format... Read on...

Agenda for Davidson Board of Commissioners April 9 Meeting Now Available

The agenda for the Davidson Board of Commissioners Meeting scheduled for Tuesday, April 9, at 6:00 p.m. at town hall is as follows:

AGENDA
TOWN OF DAVIDSON
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
216 South Main Street -
April 9, 2013... Read on...

Citizens Invited to Give Input on Davidson Pedestrian Plan: Public Workshop on April 8

Citizens Invited to Give Input on Davidson Pedestrian Plan:
Public Workshop on April 8
DAVIDSON, NC -- The Davidson Pedestrian Master Plan Steering Committee and the consultants from Alta Planning + Design invite you to... Read on...

Citizens Invited to Hear Dr. Martin Birley,Pioneer of Health Impact Assessment, Speak

Citizens are invited to hear Dr. Martin Birley, a pioneer of health impact assessment, speak at town hall on Friday, April 19 at noon on “Incorporating Health Impact Assessment Into Government and Corporate Activities.” ... Read on...

Agenda for Davidson Board of Commissioners March 26 Work Session Now Available

The agenda for the Davidson Board of Commissioners work session scheduled for Tuesday, March 26, at 6:00 p.m. at town hall is now available via this link:
http://davidsonpublic.novusagenda.com/

Here it is in text format... Read on...

Town of Davidson Offices Close for Good Friday on March 29

The Town of Davidson offices, including town hall at 216 South Main Street and the Parks and Recreation Department at 416 Armour Street, will be closed March 29, in observance of Good Friday. We will re-open Monday, April 1... Read on...

Citizens Invited to Celebrate April is for Arts:Gallery Crawl, Art on the Green Festival and Concert

April is for Arts is a month-long celebration of the arts in Davidson. Citizens and visitors are invited to three exciting community events: the Gallery Crawl, the Art on the Green festival, and the first concert on the... Read on...

Citizens Encouraged to Contact Legislators:

Citizens Encouraged to Contact Legislators:
House Bill 150 Limits Authority of Our Municipal Government

Citizens are encouraged to contact legislators regarding House Bill 150: Zoning/Design and Aesthetic Controls,... Read on...

Davidson Board of Commissioners To Meet March 19

A special meeting of the Davidson Board of Commissioners will be held at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday, March 19 at the Business Center located at 442 South Main Street, Suite 200 in Davidson. A quorum of commissioners is expected... Read on...

MI-Connection Offers Complete NCAA Division I Men’s Basketball Championship Tournament Coverage

For the third consecutive year, all 67 games of the NCAA Division I Men’s Basketball Championship tournament (March 19 through April 8) will be available live on TV in their entirety across CBS, TBS, TNT and truTV for... Read on...

Town of Davidson Arbor Day Proclaimed for Friday, March 22, 2013: Citizens Invited to Tree Planting

At their meeting yesterday, the Town of Davidson Board of Commissioners proclaimed Friday, March 22 as Arbor Day in Davidson, the same day it will be celebrated state-wide.

Arbor Day is designated to encourage individuals... Read on...

We Want Your Six-Word Stories About Davidson: Participate April 9, 29 or May 4

The Town of Davidson is collecting six-word stories about Davidson from our citizens to post on our website.

Here’s how you can participate:
1) Create a six-word story about Davidson. Here are some examples:

“It’s... Read on...

Agenda for Davidson Board of Commissioners March 12 Meeting Now Available

Agenda for Davidson Board of Commissioners
March 12 Meeting Now Available

The agenda for the Davidson Board of Commissioners Meeting scheduled for Tuesday, March 12, at 6:00 p.m. at town hall is as follows... Read on...

Applications for Davidson’s Town Day Now Available

The Town of Davidson announces applications for Town Day, scheduled for Saturday, May 4, 2013, starting at 10:00 a.m., are now available at town hall and at www.townofdavidson.org/TownDay. Nonprofits and food vendors are... Read on...

Davidson Police Department Seeks Information In Fire Hydrant Hit-and-Run Incident

The Davidson Police Department seeks information on a hit-and-run accident involving a fire hydrant on Sunday, February 24, 2013, at approximately 2:30 a.m. in front of 230 South Main Street. An unknown driver struck, and... Read on...

Agenda for Davidson Board of Commissioners February 26 Work Session Now Available

Agenda for Davidson Board of Commissioners
February 26 Work Session Now Available

The agenda for the Davidson Board of Commissioners work session scheduled for Tuesday, February 26, at 6:00 p.m. at town hall is now... Read on...

Davidson Board of Commissioners To Meet February 19

The Davidson Board of Commissioners will hold a special meeting on Tuesday, February 19, 2013 at 6:00 p.m. located at 618 James Alexander Way, Davidson. The discussion will focus on team building. A quorum of commissioners... Read on...

Davidson Nonprofits Invited to Request Start-Up Grants and Funding: Deadline February 28

The Town of Davidson announces that it is accepting applications from Davidson-based nonprofits for start-up grants or funding until February 28, 2013. At that time, the nonprofit committee will determine eligibility. ... Read on...

The Business Center @ South Main Square Hosts Open House; Offers MI-Connection Video Conferencing

The Business Center @ South Main Square will host an open house on Tuesday, February 19th from 4:30 – 6:00 pm to showcase its newly installed MI-Connection video conferencing technology. The only one of its kind in the Lake... Read on...

Citizens invited to art reception in town hall: Davidson artist Deanna Wilson

Citizens are invited to a reception from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Friday, February 22 in the town hall lobby to meet Davidson artist Deanna Wilson and see her work. Paintings will be exhibited Monday through Friday from 8... Read on...

Citizens Invited to Share Thoughts on the Charlotte Mecklenburg Library

Citizens Invited to Share Thoughts on the Charlotte Mecklenburg Library

The Charlotte Mecklenburg Library is developing a 3-year Strategic Plan for library programs and services in cooperation with Mecklenburg County.... Read on...

New Flag Retirement Depository Box Available at Post Office

The Town of Davidson announces a new flag retirement depository box at the Davidson Post Office, created by Eagle Scout candidate and Davidson resident Daniel Griffeth. It is located on the side of the building facing the... Read on...

April is for Arts Applications Now Available:

The Town of Davidson announces that applications for April is for Arts are now available. Forms for the Gallery Crawl, to take place on Friday, April 12 and for the Art on the Green festival, scheduled for April 20-21, are... Read on...

Davidson Board of Commissioners Retreat Scheduled for February 1

The Davidson Board of Commissioners and town staff will be attending a retreat on Friday, February 1 at the Starrette Farm located at 204 Pecan Tree Lane, Statesville, NC. The purpose of this retreat is team building and... Read on...

Special Meeting Notice: Community Chat on January 29

The Town of Davidson Board of Commissioners will hold a Community Chat on Tuesday, January 29, 2013 from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. at the Summers Walk Clubhouse located at 17240 Summers Walk Blvd.in Davidson. The discussion will... Read on...

Agenda for Davidson Board of Commissioners January 22 Work Session Now Available

Agenda for Davidson Board of Commissioners
January 22 Work Session Now Available

The agenda for the Davidson Board of Commissioners work session scheduled for Tuesday, January 22, at 6:00 p.m. at town hall is now... Read on...

Manager’s Report: January 2013

Manager’s Report: January 2013

Lowe’s Charitable and Educational Foundation: New bridge at Roosevelt Wilson Park

The Lowe’s Charitable and Educational Foundation awarded the town $25,000 to be used for a new pedestrian... Read on...

Downtown Davidson Recycles! Citizens invited to ceremony January 30 at 12:30 p.m.

Downtown Davidson Recycles!
Citizens invited to ceremony January 30 at 12:30 p.m.

Visitors to downtown Davidson can now recycle! The Davidson Public Works Department has installed 11 new duo recycling/trash bins in... Read on...

Citizens Invited to Reception Honoring Sgt. Scott Misenheimer

Citizens Invited to Reception Honoring Sgt. Scott Misenheimer:
Sunday, January 27 at the Ada Jenkins Center

Citizens are invited to celebrate Sergeant Scott Misenheimer’s 24 years of service to the Davidson Police... Read on...

Duke Energy to Prune Trees in January

Duke Energy to Prune Trees in January:
Goal to enhance service reliability while using certified pruning methods

During January, Duke Energy’s contractor, Asplundh Tree Expert Co. will be doing some tree pruning work in... Read on...

The Town of Davidson Offices Close for Martin Luther King Holiday on January 21

The Town of Davidson offices, including town hall at 216 South Main Street and the Parks and Recreation Department at 416 Armour Street, will be closed Monday, January 21, in observance of the Martin Luther King holiday. We... Read on...

Davidson Board of Commissioners To Meet January 15

The Davidson Board of Commissioners will meet Tuesday, January 15, from 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. at the home of Commissioner Laurie Venzon at 13816 Tributary Court to discuss team-building. A quorum of commissioners is expected... Read on...

Lowe’s Charitable and Educational Foundation Awards $25,000 To Town for Roosevelt Wilson Park Bridge

The Town of Davidson is pleased to announce a $25,000 award from the Lowe’s Charitable and Educational Foundation to be used toward a new pedestrian bridge at Roosevelt Wilson Park along Griffith Street in Davidson... Read on...

Town of Davidson Employees Recognized for Service

The Town of Davidson is pleased to announce that Town Attorney Rick Kline and Parks and Recreation staff members have been recognized for their service to the community. The North Carolina Chapter of the American Planning... Read on...

Citizens Invited to Presentation:“The Economics of Land Use” on Tuesday, January 8, 2013

The Town of Davidson invites you to attend a presentation on “The Economics of Land Use” on Tuesday, January 8, 2013, led by featured speaker Joseph Minicozzi. There will be two presentation sessions offered; one at 12:00 p... Read on...

Town of Davidson Offices Close for the Holidays

Due to the upcoming holidays, the Town of Davidson offices will be closed, Monday, December 24 through Wednesday, December 26, re-opening on Thursday, December 27. The offices will close again on Tuesday, January 1, 2013,... Read on...

NEWS FLASH from the North Pole: Santa Claus is Coming to Town Sunday, December 16

NEWS FLASH from the North Pole:
Santa Claus is Coming to Town Sunday, December 16

Santa will be in Davidson for a brief pre-Christmas Eve visit to review his route with the Davidson Fire Department. Santa will transfer... Read on...

Davidson Board of Commissioners To Meet Twice on Thursday, December 6

The Davidson Board of Commissioners will meet Thursday, December 6 from 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the home of Commissioner Jim Fuller, located at 450 Windward Drive in Davidson, to discuss team-building.

They will meet... Read on...

Be An Angel And Give a Gift Through our Angel Tree Program

Be An Angel And Give a Gift Through our Angel Tree Program

The Davidson Police and Fire Departments have teamed up to create an “Angel Tree” to support families in need in Davidson and the surrounding area this holiday... Read on...

Applications Now Available for 2013 Civics 101 Course

Applications Now Available for 2013 Civics 101 Course

Are you interested in learning more about the operations of our town government? Register for Civics 101! Applications are being accepted from now until December 31... Read on...

Citizens Invited to Jack Burney Award Ceremony:December 2 at 4:00 p.m.

Citizens are invited to the G. Jackson Burney Community Service Award Ceremony on Sunday, December 2 at 4:00 p.m. at town hall – the program is now available online.

The ceremony and following reception will honor... Read on...

November 27 Board of Commissioners Meeting Agenda Now Available

The agenda for the Davidson Board of Commissioners Meeting scheduled for Tuesday, November 27, at 6:00 p.m. at town hall is now available via this link:
http://davidsonpublic.novusagenda.com/

Christmas in Davidson Celebrates 25 Years: November 29, 30 and December 1

Christmas in Davidson, celebrating its 25th anniversary this year, will be held on November 29, 30 and December 1 from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. each night. Opening ceremonies begin on Thursday at 6:00 p.m. with the arrival of... Read on...

Thursday’s Trash Collection Deferred to Friday

Due to the Thanksgiving holiday, those residents who would typically put out their black trash cart on Thursdays are instructed to put out their cart on Friday, November 23 for collection. For more information on our... Read on...

Manager's Report: November 2012

Affordable Housing Program
Two HOME funds approved
When Davidson began its affordable housing program in the 2000s, we, along with the Davidson Housing Coalition (DHC), joined a HOME funds consortium. In that consortium,... Read on...

Register for Christmas in Davidson Events

Register for Christmas in Davidson Events

This year, there are three fun holiday-themed Christmas in Davidson events which require pre-registration:

• The 1st Annual Gingerbread House Contest at the Copeland House... Read on...

The Town of Davidson Offices Close for Thanksgiving Holiday: November 22 and 23

The Town of Davidson Offices Close for Thanksgiving Holiday:
November 22 and 23

The Town of Davidson offices, including town hall at 216 South Main Street and the Parks and Recreation Department at 416 Armour Street will... Read on...

Citizens invited to art reception in town hall: Friday, November 16

Citizens invited to art reception in town hall:
Friday, November 16

This Friday, November 16, citizens are invited to a reception from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. to meet the artist and see her work. Davidson artist Nancy... Read on...

Town Hires Two New Employees: Jason Burdette and Patrick Poitras

Town Hires Two New Employees:
Jason Burdette and Patrick Poitras

The Town of Davidson announces the arrival of two new employees to the staff: Jason Burdette in the Planning department and Patrick Poitras in the Public... Read on...

Christmas in Davidson Ugly Sweater Contest

Christmas in Davidson Asking Participants to “Get Ugly” for Contest

Christmas in Davidson is giving people the opportunity to pull those ugly Christmas sweaters out from the back of the closet and show them off in the... Read on...

The 25th Anniversary of Christmas in Davidson Now Seeking Volunteers

The 25th Anniversary of Christmas in Davidson Now Seeking Volunteers

This year marks the 25th anniversary of the three-night holiday extravaganza known as Christmas in Davidson. We are now seeking volunteers who are ready... Read on...

Citizens Invited to Veterans Day Celebration on Green: Monday, November 12

The Town of Davidson invites all citizens to the town green on Monday, November 12 at 11:00 a.m. to celebrate Veterans Day. The program will include a welcome and keynote address by Mayor John Woods, the Community School of... Read on...

The Town of Davidson Police Department Arrests Marcus Holloway, Suspect in Vehicle Larceny and Break

The Town of Davidson Police Department Arrests Marcus Holloway, Suspect in Vehicle Larceny and Break-Ins

The Davidson Police Department announces they arrested Marcus Tyler Holloway, the suspect in the vehicle larceny... Read on...

Davidson Fire Department Conducts Fire Burning for Training Purposes Saturday, November 3

On Saturday, November 3, 2012, the Davidson Fire Department will be partnering with the Cornelius Fire Department for a joint training exercise. These departments will be conducting a training burn on an existing structure... Read on...

Work to Begin at Fisher Farm This Week: Piedmont Natural Gas Installing New Gas Line

Starting this week, Piedmont Natural Gas (PNG) will begin to prepare Fisher Farm for the installation of their new gas line. PNG will begin clearing the area along the West Branch of the East Rocky River on Wednesday,... Read on...

All Citizens Invited to “Gathering on the Green”:A Community Conversation About Suicide Prevention,

The Town of Davidson invites all citizens to a community program about suicide prevention, called “Gathering on the Green,” on Saturday, November 3 at 2:00 p.m. The short program will include a welcome by Mayor John Woods,... Read on...

MI-Connection Board of Directors Boast Excellent Results and New Plans for Future

The MI-Connection Board of Directors met Thursday, October 25 at Davidson’s town hall to share their external audit report, Q1 2013 results, new product launches and new marketing campaign.

Auditors Dixon Hughes Goodman... Read on...

“Race the Reaper” 5K Race at Fisher Farm

The Town of Davidson Parks and Recreation Department and Charlotte Sports Cycling will host the “Race the Reaper” 5K tomorrow, Saturday, October 27 at 7:00 p.m. at Fisher Farm. The race is a fundraiser for the Parks and... Read on...

Community Chat Tuesday, October 30

Community Chat Tuesday, October 30

Mayor Woods and the Davidson Board of Commissioners invite all Davidson citizens to attend a community-wide chat on Tuesday, October 30 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Davidson United... Read on...

From the desk of Leamon Brice -- Manager’s report: October 2012

From the desk of Leamon Brice
Manager’s report: October 2012

Here is an update on recent town business:

Capital Improvement Plan/Needs List/Budget

The budget, Capital Improvement Plan (5-year plan) and overall... Read on...

October 23 Work Session Agenda Now Available

Agenda for Davidson Board of Commissioners
October 23 Work Session Now Available

The agenda for the Davidson Board of Commissioners Work Session scheduled for Tuesday, October 23, at 6:00 p.m. at town hall is now... Read on...

Applications now available for town advisory boards

Interested in getting involved in shaping Davidson's future? Here's your chance: The Town of Davidson is now accepting applications for 2012 appointments to its advisory boards.

A nominating committee will review... Read on...

Davidson Police Department Seeks Public’s Assistance in Locating Suspects

The Town of Davidson Police Department Seeks Public’s Assistance in Locating Suspects in Vehicle Larceny and Break-Ins

The Davidson Police Department seeks the public’s assistance in locating Marcus Tyler Holloway. Mr.... Read on...

Help Prevent the Return of Cankerworms: Protect Your Trees

Help Prevent the Return of Cankerworms:
Protect Your Trees

Remember the cankerworm infestation we had this past spring? The Town of Davidson’s Public Works Department encourages all citizens to help prevent the return... Read on...

Join the Halloween March on Davidson’s Main Street:

Join the Halloween March on Davidson’s Main Street:
Friday, October 26 at 5:00 p.m.

Put on your costume and join us at town hall on Friday, October 26 at 5:00 p.m. for the Halloween March down Main Street. Davidson’s... Read on...

Christmas in Davidson Applications Now Available

The Town of Davidson announces that applications for Christmas in Davidson, one of its signature events, are now available. Forms for sponsorship, food vendors, vendors, entertainment, and participating merchants are all... Read on...

Davidson Schools to Celebrate “International Walk to School Day” on October 3, 2012

The Community School of Davidson, Davidson Day School, Davidson Elementary School, and Woodlawn School will join schools from around the world to celebrate “International Walk to School Day” on October 3, 2012. ... Read on...

Agenda for Davidson Board of Commissioners September 25 Work Session

Agenda for Davidson Board of Commissioners
September 25 Work Session Now Available

The agenda for the Davidson Board of Commissioners work session scheduled for Tuesday, September 25, at 6:00 p.m. at town hall is now... Read on...

Manager's Report: September 2012

From the desk of Leamon Brice

Manager’s report: September 2012

Here is an update on recent town business:

Piedmont Natural Gas Easement

More than a year ago, Piedmont Natural Gas (PNG) began to look for... Read on...

Town Resurfaces Streets Starting Week of September 17

The Town of Davidson will be resurfacing the following streets starting Monday, September 17:

Jetton Street, from Potts Street to Griffith Street
Davidson Gateway Drive, from Potts Street to John Ross Way
Mallard... Read on...

Town’s Public Art Commission Dedicates Book Garden:Great event for families with children

The town’s Public Art Commission invites all citizens to the Book Garden dedication tomorrow (Saturday, September 15) at 3:30 p.m. at the new installation between the library and CVS along Main Street.

The ceremony will... Read on...

Davidson Board of Commissioners Retreat Scheduled for September 13-14

Special Meeting Notice:
Davidson Board of Commissioners Retreat Scheduled for September 13-14

The Davidson Board of Commissioners will be attending a retreat in Asheville, NC, scheduled for the evening of Thursday,... Read on...

Last Concert on the Green Sunday, September 16

Last Concert on the Green Sunday, September 16
Features Davidson College Symphony Orchestra and Jazz Ensemble,
Special Encore Appearance by Sunday Union

Don’t miss out on the last concert of the season! Please come... Read on...

New Garbage and Recycling Carts to be Delivered in September; Changes to Pick-Up Schedule Announced

On October 1, the town will adopt a new garbage and recycling collection schedule. Starting September 19 and 26, the town’s solid waste contractor, Republic Waste Services, will collect old garbage carts and recycling bins,... Read on...

Agenda for Davidson Board of Commissioners

The agenda for the Davidson Board of Commissioners Meeting scheduled for Tuesday, September 11, at 6:00 p.m. at town hall is now available via this link:
http://davidsonpublic.novusagenda.com/

Applications now available for town advisory boards

Interested in getting involved in shaping Davidson's future? Here's your chance: The Town of Davidson is now accepting applications for 2012 appointments to its advisory boards.

A nominating committee will review... Read on...

Town Announces Parking Changes

The town announces parking spaces along sections of North Main Street and Concord Road will change from all-day parking to 2-hour parking. The town is following the recommendation of the parking study conducted by Rich and... Read on...

Town’s Public Art Commission Dedicates Book Garden: Saturday, September 15 at 3:30 p.m.

The town’s Public Art Commission announces its Book Garden dedication is Saturday, September 15 at 3:30 p.m. at the new installation between the library and CVS along Main Street. Citizens are invited to attend the... Read on...

ReadDavidson Kicks-Off its 2012 Season: Ann Patchett’s State of Wonder is This Year’s Pick

ReadDavidson announces State of Wonder, the latest novel by Ann Patchett, as its pick for the fall of 2012. The program started in 2007 as a partnership between the Davidson Public Library, Main Street Books, and several... Read on...

Jack Burney Community Service Award Committee accepting nominations

The Town of Davidson is now accepting nominations for the G. Jackson Burney Community Service Award through October 1.

The Award honors Jack and those who improve the Davidson community through unselfish service. The... Read on...

2011 Solid Waste Fees Unbilled for Some Residents: Letters of Explanation Go Out Today

Today the Town of Davidson informs a segment of citizens via letter that their solid waste fee for 2011 was inadvertently omitted from their property tax bill, and that they will be billed by the Mecklenburg County... Read on...

Local Band Sunday Union Plays on Green: September 2

Sunday Union, a local musical group, performs Sunday, September 2, from 6:00-8:00 p.m., as part of the town’s Concert on the Green series.

The group got its start in 2009 when musical members of Davidson College... Read on...

Planning Board Agenda for August 27, 2012

TOWN OF DAVIDSON
PLANNING BOARD

Agenda
Monday, August 27, 2012

The Town of Davidson Planning Board
will meet on Monday, July 30, 2012
at 7:00 p.m. in the Davidson Town Hall Board Room.
A preliminary agenda for... Read on...

Town of Davidson Work Session Agenda for August 28

The agenda for the Town of Davidson Board of Commissioners Work Session, scheduled for Tuesday, August 28 at 6:00 p.m. at town hall, is now available via this link: http://davidsonpublic.novusagenda.com.

The Town of Davidson Benefits from College Intern: Matthew Christian

The Town of Davidson announces the addition of Matthew Christian, a student at Appalachian State University, to the staff until December. This internship allows him to finish his degree in Political Science/Public... Read on...

Ben McCrary Named Planning Manager for The Town of Davidson

The Town of Davidson is pleased to announce that Ben McCrary is the new Planning Manager. He has been serving as Interim Planning Manager since the departure of Lauren Blackburn in April. McCrary will perform the strategic... Read on...

New Canoe/Kayak Rack Rental Policy at

The Davidson Department of Parks and Recreation announces it new rental policy for canoe and kayak rack rentals at the Lake Davidson Nature Preserve, effective October 1, 2012.

All canoes and kayaks will require a rented... Read on...

Agenda for August 14 Davidson Board of Commissioners Meeting

Agenda for August 14 Davidson Board of Commissioners
Meeting Now Available

The agenda for the Davidson Board of Commissioners Meeting scheduled for Tuesday, August, 14 at 6:00 p.m. at town hall is now available via this... Read on...

Sterling Martin Trail Dedication August 18

New Lake Davidson Preserve Nature Trail
to be Dedicated to Sterling Martin:
August 18

Davidson citizens are invited to the Sterling Martin Trail Dedication on Saturday, August 18 at 10:30 a.m. The ceremony will take... Read on...

Rusty Knox Band Plays August 19 on Green

Davidson’s Own, Rusty Knox, Plays on the Green;
Concert August 19

Come hear hometown favorite, The Rusty Knox Band, play on Davidson’s green on Sunday, August 19 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.
Rusty Knox grew up around... Read on...

Davidson Police Dept. Invites Citizens to Cook-Out August 7

The Davidson Police Department invites all Davidson citizens to participate in National Night Out: America’s Night Out Against Crime, a program that heightens awareness of and strengthens participation in local anticrime... Read on...

Town Board Votes to Rescind Motion Proposing Term Change

At last night’s special 5p.m. meeting at town hall, the Davidson Board of Commissioners voted to rescind a resolution of intent considering an ordinance to amend the charter of the Town of Davidson proposing four-year terms... Read on...

Special Meetings Notice: July 31, 2012

Special Meetings Notice
The Town of Davidson Board of Commissioners will hold a special meeting on July 31, 2012 beginning at 5:00 p.m. at Town Hall, 216 South Main Street, Davidson NC 28036. The Town Board may vote on an... Read on...

MI-Connection officials say system is in growth mode

Officials for Mooresville and Davidson’s state-of-the-art cable and broadband system say the system’s preliminary revenue and earnings numbers for the 2011-2012 fiscal year showed steady growth, and the subscriber numbers... Read on...

Town’s Design Review Board Approves Building Design for MSC

The Town of Davidson has approved the building design and site plan for Melville, NY-based MSC Industrial Direct Co., Inc. The company announced on June 20, 2012 that they will build a co-headquarters in Davidson north of... Read on...

Three Important Town Meetings

The Town of Davidson hosts three important meetings this month and seeks input from citizens who are all invited to attend.

On Wednesday, July 25 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. in the town hall board room, we will host a public... Read on...

"The Stranger" plays August 5th

Come hear ‘The Stranger,’ a premier band paying tribute to the music of the Piano Man himself, Billy Joel, perform on Davidson's town green on Sunday, August 5 from 6-8 p.m. Fronted by accomplished pianist and vocalist... Read on...

Town of Davidson Agrees to Settlement

The Town of Davidson has agreed to accept a settlement in a lawsuit with CommunityOne Bank, the owner of the Davidson East property.
At its regular meeting Tuesday, the Board of Commissioners passed a resolution that... Read on...

Design Review Board Meeting: July 18 at 7pm

Agenda
Design Review Board
Town of Davidson, NC
July 18, 2012

A meeting of the Town of Davidson Design Review Board will be held at 7:00 p.m. in the Town Hall, Board Room, 216 S. Main St. The following is a preliminary... Read on...

Economic Impacts of Proposed Behavioral Health Center Announced

Town studies economic impacts of new Behavioral Health Hospital

Davidson, NC, July 13, 2012 -- Development Planning and Financing Group, Inc. of Chapel Hill completed a fiscal analysis of the economic impact of the... Read on...

Hear The BackBeat on Davidson’s Town Green

Join us on Sunday, July 15 from 6-8 p.m. on Davidson’s Town Green to hear The BackBeat perform. Based in Chapel Hill, NC, Beatles and 60's rock-and-roll band The BackBeat pleases crowds of all ages with hits from the Fab... Read on...

Planning and Public Health Experts from Wilmington, NC visit Davidson for Training Session

On Thursday, June 28th and Friday, June 29th, the Town of Davidson hosted planning and public health experts from Wilmington and New Hanover County, North Carolina. Seven representatives from the Wilmington Urban Area... Read on...

Carolinas HealthCare Systems

You're invited to hear more about Carolinas HealthCare System's plans
for the behavioral health hospital in Davidson onThursday, July 12 from 6:30 - 8 p.m.
The presentation will include information from CHS, the Town... Read on...

Share Your Thoughts on Davidson’s Streets

Davidson Design for Life (DD4L) will be hosting a booth at the Davidson Farmer’s Market on July 7th and 21st to distribute information on street safety and healthy street design. Katherine Hebert, DD4L Project Coordinator,... Read on...

MSC Industrial Direct Co., Inc. to Build in Davidson

The Town of Davidson is pleased to announce that Melville, NY-based MSC Industrial Direct Co., Inc. will build a new, 180,000 square foot Customer Service Center in Davidson. The company plans to purchase a 14-acre parcel on... Read on...

Celebrate Independence Day in Davidson

Citizens are invited to celebrate our nation’s independence with a home-spun downtown parade and a Concert on the Green on Sunday, July 1. The parade will include a color guard, fire engine, and lots of patriotic residents. ... Read on...

Newly-Renovated Oak Hill Apartments Dedicated on June 11

The Town of Davidson celebrated its partnership with the Community Housing Program (CHP) with a ribbon-cutting ceremony and dedication of the newly-renovated Oak Hill Apartments, which took place on-site yesterday. Oak Hill... Read on...

June 9 Training Burn CANCELLED

The North Carolina Division of Air Quality has issued a Code Orange Ozone Action Day for tomorrow. Due to state regulations in place, the Davidson Fire Department has to cancel the live burn training that was scheduled for... Read on...

Town of Davidson Benefits from Two Summer Interns

This summer, two college students are interning with the Town of Davidson -- Andrew Coccia, in overall town management, and David Furr, in the planning department.
Andrew Coccia, a resident of Mint Hill who started May 16th... Read on...

Davidson Fire Department Conducts Fire Burning for Training Purposes June 9

On Saturday, June 9, 2012, the Davidson Fire Department will be partnering with the Cornelius Fire Department for a joint training exercise. These departments will be conducting a training burn on an existing structure on... Read on...

Lake Norman Big Band

The Lake Norman Big Band (LNBB), a 20-member ensemble composed of talented musicians from the Lake Norman region, takes the stage on Davidson’s Town Green on Sunday, June 17th from 6-8pm as part of the Concerts on Green... Read on...

Increase in Reported Fox Sightings, DPD Offers Advice

NCDOT Resurfaces Hwy 115

Popular Band of Oz Plays on Davidson Town Green: June 10

New Business Offers Tours and Tastes of Local Cuisine in Davidson

Davidson’s Pet Ordinance Gets Updated: Who Let The Dogs Out?

State of the Town

The first of edition of the State of the Town is now available and has been mailed to all town residents. The State of the Town is a brief annual year-end review of town business and updates of ongoing issues such as... Read on...

Davidson Parks and Recreation Office Moving to New Location: Closing April 29-30, Opening May 1

The Davidson Parks & Recreation Department will be closed to the public Monday, April 29 and Tuesday, April 30 as they move to their new location at 715 South Street, next to Davidson Elementary School and the Kincaid... Read on...

Davidson Parks and Recreation Summer Camps Guide Now Available: Register Today!

The Town of Davidson Parks and Recreation department is pleased to announce registration is now open for 2013 summer camps for children and teens. Summer is a terrific time for making new friends, exploring new activities,... Read on...

New Canoe/Kayak Rack Rental Policy at

The Davidson Department of Parks and Recreation announces it new rental policy for canoe and kayak rack rentals at the Lake Davidson Nature Preserve, effective October 1, 2012.

All canoes and kayaks will require a rented... Read on...

Citizens Invited to Give Input on Davidson Pedestrian Plan:Public Workshop on April 8

The Davidson Pedestrian Master Plan Steering Committee and the consultants from Alta Planning + Design invite you to attend a public workshop to discuss goals and objectives, opportunities and barriers, and safety and... Read on...

Citizens Encouraged to Contact Legislators:HB150 Limits Authority of Our Municipal Government

Citizens are encouraged to contact legislators regarding House Bill 150: Zoning/Design and Aesthetic Controls, which would limit the authority of all North Carolina municipalities as it relates to residential building. This... Read on...

Delburg Street Infill Master Plan

Design Review Board Agenda for September 19, 2012

Agenda
Design Review Board
Town of Davidson, NC
September 19, 2012

A meeting of the Town of Davidson Design Review Board will be held at 7:00 p.m. in the Town Hall, Board Room, 216 S. Main St. The following is a... Read on...

Planning Board Agenda for August 27, 2012

TOWN OF DAVIDSON
PLANNING BOARD

Agenda
Monday, August 27, 2012

The Town of Davidson Planning Board
will meet on Monday, July 30, 2012
at 7:00 p.m. in the Davidson Town Hall Board Room.
A preliminary agenda for... Read on...

Davidson Police and Fire Departments Respond to Scene of Pedestrian Accident This Morning

At 7:02 a.m. this morning an emergency call was made to 911 by the driver in a pedestrian accident. Officers arrived on the scene to find a 16-year-old male victim who was transported to Carolinas Medical Center by... Read on...

The Davidson Police Department Announces Arrest of Fifth Third Bank Robber

The Davidson Police Department is pleased to announce the arrest of Mooresville resident Alfred Ray Gibson, charged with common law (unarmed) robbery of the Fifth Third Bank on Main Street on April 8, 2013.

A warrant was... Read on...

Teen Safety Top Priority This Spring: Davidson Police Chief to Offer Free Public Presentation

Davidson Police Chief Jeanne Miller will present to teens and their parents on Thursday, May 2 at 7:00 p.m. the dangers of teen drinking and distracted driving. The presentation will take place at the River Run Country Club... Read on...

Police Department Seeks Leads in Fifth Third Bank Robbery

Today at 11:55 a.m., the Fifth Third Bank on Main Street was robbed by a person with the following description:

White male; in his 40’s; approximate height of 5’8.5” to 5’10”; very slender build; a grey, scruffy beard and... Read on...

The Town of Davidson Police Department Arrests Marcus Holloway, Suspect in Vehicle Larceny and Break

The Davidson Police Department announces they arrested Marcus Tyler Holloway, the suspect in the vehicle larceny and break-ins, around 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday, October 30 in Cornelius. Mr. Holloway is currently being held at... Read on...

Main Street Parking To Be Restricted April 10-12: Public Works Department to Re-Stripe Spaces

The Town of Davidson will mark parking spaces on Main Street, from Griffith Street to Eugenia Street this week. Work will start on Wednesday, April 10. The expected completion date is Friday, April 12. Parking will be... Read on...