Valdese officials say below-market pay and outdated public safety facilities are straining staffing and services. A proposed pay plan and fire department needs could add more than $600,000 in costs ahead of key budget decisions.
Valdese officials say below-market pay and outdated public safety facilities are straining staffing and services. A proposed pay plan and fire department needs could add more than $600,000 in costs ahead of key budget decisions.
The new Valdese Town Manager Todd Herms proposed separate scopes for the police and fire departments in the public safety building project to ensure progress isn't hindered.
Three contractor firms have made their best pitches in a four-hour meeting on May 22. And now it’s up to the council to decide which proposal best suits the project’s logistical requirements and financial parameters.
The Valdese town council is facing uncertainty regarding the location of the police and fire departments, with discussions lingering for years and multiple changes in plans and architects.Â
Valdese hit-and-run investigation concludes with the arrest of Cody Shane Hildebran, 36, for a Class F felony hit-and-run causing serious bodily injury.Â
The incident occurred on June 5th when a pedestrian was struck on Eldred St. SE, resulting in severe injuries.Â
Following community assistance and investigative efforts, Hildebran was identified as the driver. The investigation remains ongoing.
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