News | Town of Valdesehttp://townofvaldese.com/blog/2024-03-18T12:57:42-04:00The latest news for the Town of Valdese, get information about new things in Valdese here first.Hydrant Flushing 3/19/242024-03-18T12:57:42-04:00mangihttp://townofvaldese.com/blog/author/mangi/http://townofvaldese.com/blog/hydrant-flushing-31924/<p>Important Message from the Valdese Water Department: We will be completing routine hydrant flushing on Tuesday, March 19 in the areas of Phillip Avenue, Louise Avenue, Bellview Avenue,Kathy Drive, Forest Drive, Oakland Court, Lovelady Road, North Laurel, McGalliard Park Avenue, Callaway Drive, Meytre Avenue, Crescent Street, Massel Avenue, and Main Street. If you notice discoloration to the water in your home, flush with cold water until water runs clear. If water does not clear after 15 minutes, please call 828-879-2128. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause our utility customers.</p>Marc A. Sharpe appointed as Police Chief2024-03-11T14:58:25-04:00mangihttp://townofvaldese.com/blog/author/mangi/http://townofvaldese.com/blog/marc-a-sharpe-to-be-appointed-police-chief/<p><strong>FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:</strong></p>
<p>Bryan Steen, Interim Town Manager<br/> Town of Valdese<br/> 828-879-2120<br/> FAX: 888-798-1022<br/> <strong>bsteen@valdesenc.gov</strong><br/> <strong><a href="http://www.visitvaldese.com">townofvaldese.com</a></strong></p>
<p><strong>Valdese, NC – Valdese hires new Chief of Police</strong></p>
<p>The Town of Valdese proudly announces the appointment of Marc Sharpe as the new Chief of Police effective March 25, 2024. With an impressive career spanning more than thirty-five years in law enforcement, Chief Sharpe brings a wealth of experience, leadership, and dedication to our community. </p>
<p>Chief Sharpe has a proven record of accomplishment in fostering community trust, implementing innovative strategies for crime prevention, and promoting a culture of accountability within law enforcement agencies. Throughout his career, he has demonstrated an unwavering commitment to public safety and the well-being of the citizens he served.</p>
<p>Chief Sharpe was born in Valdese and returned eighteen months ago with his wife, Lisa Crenshaw Sharpe. They have a combined family of three children who are now successful adults. Throughout his career, he has remained connected to Valdese through family, friends, and community involvement. Chief Sharpe was instrumental in the start of the Waldensian Presbyterian Children’s Soccer Camp Program. In 2012 he approached the church pastor with the idea of sharing the skills he acquired as a collegiate athlete on the Pembroke State soccer team with the children of Valdese and the surrounding area. For six years Chief Sharpe led the summer camp program as a Christian outreach and the summer camp continues today. </p>
<p>Early in his career, Chief Sharpe worked as a police officer with the City of Wilmington where he served the department by conducting patrol functions, and street-level drug interdiction, and was selected to serve on the City’s SWAT team. His duties also included undercover assignments and community policing. He worked to develop a community policing approach within one of the city’s public housing neighborhoods. This resulted in restoring the relationship and trust between the neighborhood’s residents and law enforcement. In the mid to late 1990’s he served locally on the Burke County Narcotics Task Force as an Asset Forfeiture Investigator, Conspiracy Case Investigator, and SWAT Team Member.</p>
<p>Chief Sharpe comes to Valdese with extensive supervisory experience. In his most recent years in law enforcement, he served as Chief Detective with the Avery County Sheriff’s Office (July 2022-March 2024), Investigator with Greenville County Sherriff’s Office (January 2018-July 2022), and Special Agent III later retiring as Assistant Special Agent in Charge with the North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation. Chief Sharpe serves as an adjunct criminal justice professor with Catawba Valley Community College as well as Gardner Webb University.</p>
<p>“We are delighted to welcome Chief Sharpe to our Town and the Town of Valdese Police Department.,” said Mayor Watts. “His more than thirty-five years of experience, strong leadership qualities, and dedication to community policing make him the ideal candidate to lead our police force. We are confident that under his guidance, the department will continue to uphold the highest standards of professionalism and service.”</p>
<p>Chief Sharpe expressed his enthusiasm for the new role, stating, “I am honored to serve as the Chief of Police for The Town of Valdese. I am committed to building upon the department’s successes and working collaboratively with our community members to ensure a safe and secure environment for all.”</p>
<p>The Town of Valdese will formally welcome Chief Sharpe during a swearing-in ceremony on Monday, March 25<sup>th</sup> at 10am at the Town Hall Council Chambers. Please join us in welcoming Chief Marc Sharpe to the Town of Valdese and the Town of Valdese Police Department.</p>
<p><strong>For information about employment opportunities with the Town of Valdese, visit townofvaldese.com.</strong></p>Hydrant Flushing Nov 7 and 82023-11-06T14:58:58-05:00mangihttp://townofvaldese.com/blog/author/mangi/http://townofvaldese.com/blog/hydrant-flushing-nov-7-and-8/<p>Important Message from the Valdese Water Department: We will be completing routine hydrant flushing on Tuesday, November 7 and Wednesday November 8 in the areas of Old NC 18, Bethel Road, Zion Road, and Holly Hills Circle. If you notice discoloration to the water in your home, flush with cold water until water runs clear. If water does not clear after 15 minutes, please call 828-879-2128. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause our utility customers.</p>Drought Advisory2023-11-06T13:23:12-05:00mangihttp://townofvaldese.com/blog/author/mangi/http://townofvaldese.com/blog/drought-advisory/<p>The Town of Valdese is currently in a Stage One Drought. We request all residential water users to voluntarily reduce their normal water use by 5%. Suggested ways to conserve water include irrigating landscapes at a maximum of two days per week, reducing residential vehicle washing, washing only full loads in clothes and dishwashers; using spring-loaded nozzles on garden hoses; and identifying and repairing all water leaks. Please refer to the townofvaldese.com for more ways to conserve water or call 828-874-6789 for additional information.</p>Drought Advisory2023-11-06T13:23:12-05:00mangihttp://townofvaldese.com/blog/author/mangi/http://townofvaldese.com/blog/drought-advisory-1/<p>The Town of Valdese is currently in a Stage One Drought. We request all residential water users to voluntarily reduce their normal water use by 5%. Suggested ways to conserve water include irrigating landscapes at a maximum of two days per week, reducing residential vehicle washing, washing only full loads in clothes and dishwashers; using spring-loaded nozzles on garden hoses; and identifying and repairing all water leaks. Please refer to the townofvaldese.com for more ways to conserve water or call 828-874-6789 for additional information.</p>Main Street to Close 10/31 for Treats in the Streets2023-10-30T15:59:05-04:00mangihttp://townofvaldese.com/blog/author/mangi/http://townofvaldese.com/blog/main-street-to-close-1031-for-treats-in-the-streets-1/<p>The annual Treats in Streets event will take place downtown from 4-6:00 P.M. Main Street will begin closing from between 3:30 P.M. and 4:00 P.M. and will re-open approximately 6:00 P.M. Have a safe and fun Halloween! </p>Main Street to Close 10/31 for Treats in the Streets2023-10-30T15:59:05-04:00mangihttp://townofvaldese.com/blog/author/mangi/http://townofvaldese.com/blog/main-street-to-close-1031-for-treats-in-the-streets/<p>The annual Treats in Streets event will take place downtown from 4-6:00 P.M. Main Street will begin closing from between 3:30 P.M. and 4:00 P.M. and will re-open approximately 6:00 P.M. Have a safe and fun Halloween! </p>Water Off For Micol Ave Residents 10/262023-10-24T10:53:57-04:00mangihttp://townofvaldese.com/blog/author/mangi/http://townofvaldese.com/blog/water-off-for-micol-ave-residents-1024/<p>Important Message from Valdese Public Works: Water will be off for residents along Micol Ave Northeast on Thursday, October 26 starting at approximately 8:00 A.M. and lasting approximately 5 hours due to a water line relocation. Please contact Public Works at 828-879-2128 if you have any questions. Thank you.</p>Hydrant Flushing 10/242023-10-23T08:06:12-04:00mangihttp://townofvaldese.com/blog/author/mangi/http://townofvaldese.com/blog/hydrant-flushing-1024/<p>Important Message from the Valdese Water Department: We will be completing routine hydrant flushing on Tuesday, October 24 in the areas of Heritage Drive, Waterside Development, The Settings, Royce Street, Huffman Bridge Road, Devinney Street, Nolan Woods Heights, Et Camp Road, Eastwinds Development, Baker Street, Moose Lodge Road, Berrytown Avenue, Enon Road, Bass Avenue, and Devinney Avenue. If you notice discoloration to the water in your home, flush with cold water until water runs clear. If water does not clear after 15 minutes, please call 828-879-2128. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause our utility customers. </p>Hydrant Flushing 10/172023-10-16T11:38:05-04:00mangihttp://townofvaldese.com/blog/author/mangi/http://townofvaldese.com/blog/hydrant-flushing-1017/<p>Important Message from the Valdese Water Department: We will be completing routine hydrant flushing on Tuesday, October 17 in the areas of Lydia Avenue, Fontaine Avenue, Bienvenue Avenue, Tron Avenue, Faet Street, Millstone Avenue, Barus Road, Orchard Street, Abernathy Drive, Powell Drive Extension, Pine Ridge Street, Main Street and Ledger Road. If you notice discoloration to the water in your home, flush with cold water until water runs clear. If water does not clear after 15 minutes, please call 828-879-2128. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause our utility customers.</p>Hydrant Flushing 10/22023-10-02T10:38:34-04:00mangihttp://townofvaldese.com/blog/author/mangi/http://townofvaldese.com/blog/hydrant-flushing-102/<p>Important Message from the Valdese Water Department: We will be completing routine hydrant flushing on Tuesday, October 3 in the areas of Phillip Avenue, Louise Avenue, Bellview Avenue, Forest Drive, Oakland Court, Kathy Drive, Lovelady Road, North Laurel Street, McGalliard Park Avenue, Callway Drive, Meytre Avenue, Crescent Street, Massel Avenue, and Main Street. If you notice discoloration to the water in your home, flush with cold water until water runs clear. If water does not clear after 15 minutes, please call 828-879-2128. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause our utility customers. </p>Hydrant Flushing 9/182023-09-18T06:00:00-04:00mangihttp://townofvaldese.com/blog/author/mangi/http://townofvaldese.com/blog/hydrant-flushing-918/<p>Important Message from the Valdese Water Department: We will be completing routine hydrant flushing on Tuesday, September 19 in the areas of Drexel Road, Bethel Road, NC 18, Brookwood Drive, Alta Vista Way, Village Drive, Advent Street, and Skyland Drive. If you notice discoloration to the water in your home, flush with cold water until water runs clear. If water does not clear after 15 minutes, please call 828-879-2128. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause our utility customers.</p>Hydrant Flushing 9/122023-09-11T11:13:10-04:00mangihttp://townofvaldese.com/blog/author/mangi/http://townofvaldese.com/blog/routine-hydrant-flushing-2/<div>
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</div>Hydrant Flushing 8/152023-08-14T09:07:34-04:00mangihttp://townofvaldese.com/blog/author/mangi/http://townofvaldese.com/blog/hydrant-flushing-815/<p>Important Message from the Valdese Water Department: We will be completing routine hydrant flushing on Tuesday, August 15 in the areas of Meytre Avenue, Crescent Street, Lovelady Road, Massel Avenue, Main Street, Phillip Avenue, Louise Avenue, Bellview Avenue, Forest Drive, Oakland Court, Kathy Drive, North Laurel Street, McGalliard Park Avenue and Callaway Drive. If you notice discoloration to the water in your home, flush with cold water until water runs clear. If water does not clear after 15 minutes, please call 828-879-2128. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause our utility customers.</p>Hydrant Flushing2023-08-01T14:42:52-04:00mangihttp://townofvaldese.com/blog/author/mangi/http://townofvaldese.com/blog/hydrant-flushing-11/<p>Important Message from the Valdese Water Department: We will be completing routine hydrant flushing on Wednesday August 2 and Thursday August 3 in the areas of Skyland Drive, Bethel Road, Devinney Road, Hazel Street, and Montanya View Drive. If you notice discoloration to the water in your home, flush with cold water until water runs clear. If water does not clear after 15 minutes, please call 828-879-2128. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause our utility customers.</p>Hydrant Flushing 8/12023-07-31T09:04:24-04:00mangihttp://townofvaldese.com/blog/author/mangi/http://townofvaldese.com/blog/hydrant-flushing-81/<p>Important Message from the Valdese Water Department: We will be completing routine hydrant flushing on Tuesday, August 1 in the areas of Drexel Road, Bethel Road,Alta Vista Way, Village Drive, Advent Street, Skyland Drive, Ridgewood Court, and Brookwood. If you notice discoloration to the water in your home, flush with cold water until water runs clear. If water does not clear after 15 minutes, please call 828-879-2128. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause our utility customers.</p>Hydrant Flushing 7/252023-07-24T10:39:31-04:00mangihttp://townofvaldese.com/blog/author/mangi/http://townofvaldese.com/blog/hydrant-flushing-10/<p>Important Message from the Valdese Water Department: We will be completing routine hydrant flushing on Tuesday July 25 in the areas of Drexel Road, Bethel Road,Alta Vista Way, Village Drive, Advent Street, Skyland Drive, Ridgewood Court, and Brookwood. If you notice discoloration to the water in your home, flush with cold water until water runs clear. If water does not clear after 15 minutes, please call 828-879-2128. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause our utility customers.</p>Hydrant Flushing 7/182023-07-17T13:21:30-04:00mangihttp://townofvaldese.com/blog/author/mangi/http://townofvaldese.com/blog/hydrant-flushing-718/<p>Important Message from the Valdese Water Department: We will be completing routine hydrant flushing on Tuesday July 18 in the areas of Heritage Drive, Waterside Development, The Settings, Royce Street, Huffman Bridge Road, Nolan Wood Heights, ET Camp, Baker Street, Moose Lodge Road, Berrytown Avenue, Enon Road, Bass Avenue, Devinney Avenue, and Zion Road. If you notice discoloration to the water in your home, flush with cold water until water runs clear. If water does not clear after 15 minutes, please call 828-879-2128. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause our utility customers.</p>Hydrant Flushing 7/182023-07-17T13:21:30-04:00mangihttp://townofvaldese.com/blog/author/mangi/http://townofvaldese.com/blog/hydrant-flushing-718-1/<p>Important Message from the Valdese Water Department: We will be completing routine hydrant flushing on Tuesday July 18 in the areas of Heritage Drive, Waterside Development, The Settings, Royce Street, Huffman Bridge Road, Nolan Wood Heights, ET Camp, Baker Street, Moose Lodge Road, Berrytown Avenue, Enon Road, Bass Avenue, Devinney Avenue, and Zion Road. If you notice discoloration to the water in your home, flush with cold water until water runs clear. If water does not clear after 15 minutes, please call 828-879-2128. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause our utility customers.</p>Routine Flushing 7/102023-07-10T09:21:46-04:00mangihttp://townofvaldese.com/blog/author/mangi/http://townofvaldese.com/blog/routine-flushing-710/<p>Important Message from the Valdese Water Department: We will be completing routine hydrant flushing on Tuesday, July 11 in the areas of Lydia Avenue, Fontaine Avenue, Bienvenue Avenue, Tron Avenue, Faet Street, Millstone Avenue, Barus Road, Orchard Street, Abernathy Drive, Powel Drive Extension, Pine Ridge Street, Main Street, and Ledger Road. If you notice discoloration to the water in your home, flush with cold water until water runs clear. If water does not clear after 15 minutes, please call 828-879-2128. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause our utility customers</p>