North Carolina Association of County Commissioners

Happy New Year! ✨ A heartfelt thank you to county leaders, staff, and partner organizations for your continued dedication and collaboration in supporting all 100 #NCCounties. As we enter 2025, we remain committed to working together in partnership, especially in the recovery efforts across Western North Carolina. Here’s to another year of shared progress, community, and strength! 🎉 #NewYear #NCACC #100Strong #WNC

🚨 UPDATE — FEMA has granted North Carolina an extension for disaster survivors to apply for federal assistance until February 6, 2025. You can apply in 4 ways: 1️⃣ Online: https://buff.ly/3PeCFJC 2️⃣ Call: 1-800-621-3362 3️⃣ Use the FEMA App: http://fema.gov/app 4️⃣ Visit a Disaster Recovery Center: http://fema.gov/DRC #HeleneNC #WNC

As we enter this season of celebration and reflection, the Association extends heartfelt gratitude to our county leaders, staff, and partners for your unwavering dedication and hard work this year. We’re thankful for the opportunity to collaborate in supporting the well-being of all 100 #NCCounties. Let’s keep the spirit of community and togetherness strong, especially as we continue to support our western counties! 💚 Check your county’s website for service updates and closings. #HappyHolidays #100Strong #WNC

For the past two months, state, local, federal and private entities have worked tirelessly to respond to the impacts of #Helene in Western North Carolina. A lot of progress has been made and there is a lot of work to continue. Thank you to those that have worked around the clock to help North Carolinians in their time of need.

Today marks two months since Hurricane Helene swept through Western North Carolina causing unimaginable destruction from the high flood levels. One of our members, Lake Lure Flowering Bridge (LLFB) lost all 30 gardens, and the floods swept away hundreds of commemorative bricks. These bricks honored loved ones, friends, or beloved pets and added sentimental value. Volunteers worked tirelessly clearing silt and dirt to recover nearly 400 commemorative bricks. The exact count at this time is 398 out of the 724 bricks have been recovered. The bricks were placed in their original location. The volunteers have come from all over North Carolina to assist in the recovery of LLFB and slowly returning it to its former glory. Spokes of Hope Faith Responders from both North and South Carolina brought 40 volunteers to assist in digging out the garden paths, clearing debris, and pressure-washed the paths. The cherished Rainbow Bridge was also washed away during the hurricane and sadly, there are no plans to rebuild it at this time. They are focusing on recovering the gardens. We are thinking about our members and so very grateful for the dozens of volunteers working long hours to help LLFB. We will keep you all updated as we learn news. #GoPublicGardens #PublicGarden #PublicGardens #lakelure #lakelurefloweringbridge #northcarolina #hurricanehelene

The Association extends our heartfelt thanks to county leaders, staff and partner organizations for your unwavering dedication to counties across the state. We are grateful for the opportunity to work alongside you in supporting and promoting the well-being of all 100 #NCCounties. Please keep the needs of our western counties in your thoughts during this season of giving. Check your county’s website for updates on services and closings. #HappyThanksgiving #Gratitude #NCACC #Thanksgiving

>> WE’RE HIRING! << Strategic Project Coordinator Ready to make an impact in local government? We’re looking for early-career professionals to join the Strategic Project Coordinator Program. If you hold a master’s degree and are interested in supporting North Carolina counties with critical projects, this is your opportunity to grow your career, gain mentorship and contribute to meaningful change. Join #TeamCounty! 🌟 Learn more & apply ⬇️ https://buff.ly/3CWCCzt #hiring #jobopportunity #localgovernment #ncacc #nccounties #ncjobs #publicservice #strategiccoordinator

⭐️ Thank you for attending the 2024 NCACC Legislative Goals Conference! Your county’s participation is crucial in shaping the legislative priorities for the 2025 session. Leaders from across #NCCounties discussed and voted on 47 key proposals to guide our advocacy on issues impacting local governments. Together, we’re building a unified voice for our communities. 🔗 https://buff.ly/4eOgLYe #CountiesMatter #CountyGovernment #CountyLeadership #LegislativeGoals #ncgov

Support Western North Carolina Christmas Tree Farmers and buy a tree from NC! We have received many questions about where you can buy a North Carolina Christmas Tree this holiday season. Here is a link from the North Carolina Christmas Tree Association that you can search for locations to shop that might be helpful. #ReadyNC #HeleneNC #NCStrong https://lnkd.in/gUZUHDhJ

Thank you to everyone who joined us in honoring those who have served! #OperationGreenlight for #Veterans 2024 photos: https://lnkd.in/ebzYiyyy Special thanks to Governor Roy Coooper North Carolina Department of Administration North Carolina Association of County Commissioners National Association of Counties SECU Wake County and a host of others. Photo Courtesy of Carteret County Government Chatham County  Cumberland County, NC Guilford County City of Durham City of Greensboro City of Raleigh Municipal Government Town of Cary Town of Hillsborough, NC Town of Holly Springs Town of Morrisville Town of Wake Forest, NC