Mission Statement
Our mission is Beauty....but what does this mean?
A City is made up of many parts, all working together to improve the lives of its citizens. The protection of Police and Fire Departments, the comfort ensured by Public Works, the diversions of Recreation and Parks...the prosperity of any City relies on the well-being of its citizens. We now know, after years of study, that beautiful surroundings are essential to the nurture of that well-being.
When it comes to Statesville, a City with its heels in the past and its eyes on the future, a delicate balance must be maintained between the frantic pace of modern constructiion and the historic beauty of the old City. The Statesville Community Appearance Commission is appointed by the Mayor and charged to "Initiate, promote and assist in the implementation of programs of general community beautification in the city."
To see the full scope of the commission's Powers and Duties (as defined by City Code) click here.
Who are we?
Current Members of the Statesville Community Appearance Commission are:
Anne Rhyne, Chair
Peggy Koepnick
Ellie McMillian
Cecelia (Ann) Moore
Hazel Sutton
Sharon Molleur
Ann Speaks
Nancy Saint
City Staff Liaison: Lynn Miller
How do we operate?
The Commission meets on the third Thursday of each month at the Statesville Fitness & Activity Center in the Administrative Conference Room at 11:45 am. These meetings are open to the public and all records of each meeting are available for Public Review. These records include member attendance, Commission findings, recommendations and actions.
Mayor's Cup
The Mayor's Cup is given annually to the owner of the location which has most improved the appearance of the City of Statesville in the past year. The 2008 winner of this award was Mrs. Gloria Hager for Gigi's located on East Broad Street in Downtown Statesville. For more information about nominating someone for this award, please contact us at 704.878.3429.
2009 Mayor's Cup Recipient
Congratulations to John and LeAnda Barnard of the Barnard/Lippard Building located at 140 North Center Street.
Community Appearance Award
Community Appearance Awards are given quarterly to individuals and businesses whose properties enhance the beauty of our City. You may nominate any property for consideration for a Community Appearance Award, whether your own or someone else's. For a copy of the nomination form, with submission instructions included please click here.
Annual Garden Tour
Each year the Community Appearance Commission hosts the Annual Garden Tour. The public has the opportunity to tour some of the most pristine gardens in Statesville.
To follow the Community Appearance Commission please visit our website with helpful information and links to other garden related newsources www.statesvilleappearance .org
If you have any suggestions, questions, or award nominations you can email us at statesvilleappearance@gmail.com.