Sustainable Salisbury

09/28/2026

Fall Spruce Up Week begins next Monday, October 5. During this time, neatly place any extra trash, furniture, mattresses, and appliances at the curb by 7 a.m. to be collected on your normal trash collection day.
Remember:
-Loose items must be bagged or containerized to be collected
-Building materials such as lumber, sheet rock, carpet, toilets, and doors will NOT be accepted
-Electronics such as TVs and computers are NOT accepted
-A limit of 5 tires without rims is accepted. The tires will be collected the following week
*Please leave your tires out during Spruce Up Week for our team to count how many need to be picked up.
For more information on Spruce Up Week, visit:
https://salisburync.gov/SpruceUp

09/24/2026

Due to the rainfall this week, the compost facility located at 1955 Grubb Ferry Road will be closed on Friday, September 25.

We appreciate your patience and understanding as we allow site conditions to improve.

09/22/2026

Citizens Academy at the Public Works Department was a great success!

We had the opportunity to welcome local residents to the Public Works Department for a behind-the-scenes look at what we do and how our department operates.

Participants learned more about our different divisions, got to test out some of our equipment, and ask questions directly to our staff.

We enjoyed connecting with our residents and giving them a closer look at the work that goes into keeping Salisbury operations running smoothly every day. A big thank you to everyone who participated!

09/21/2026

Rowan County Creek Week was a great success! Through Water Wednesday, community litter sweeps, and storm drain marking, we were able to engage with residents and educate the public about the importance of protecting our local waterways. These events provided hands-on opportunities for the community to learn how everyday actions can impact our creeks, streams, and water quality. We appreciate everyone who came out, volunteered, and helped make these events successful!

09/16/2026

It’s Water Wednesday! 🎣

Come on out TODAY from 4–6 p.m. at City Park Lake, 355 W Miller St. for an afternoon of free fishing, educational activities, and family fun!

Don’t have fishing gear? No worries! Loaner fishing gear will be provided by the NC Wildlife Resources Commission.

Plus, enter our FREE raffle for a chance to win a kids’ fishing rod, generously provided by Fleming Candy Company!

Bring the family, enjoy the outdoors, and learn more about our local waterways. We hope to see you this afternoon!

09/13/2026

Come on out to Water Wednesday this week for an afternoon of free fishing, educational activities, and family fun on September 16 from 4-6 p.m. at City Park Lake located at 355 W Miller St.
Don't have any fishing gear? No worries! Loaner fishing gear will be provided by the NC Wildlife Resources Commission.
Bring the family, enjoy the outdoors, and learn more about our local waterways. We hope to see you there!🎣🐟

09/06/2026

Storm E Water was spotted at City Park Lake practicing his fishing skills for Water Wednesday!

Come join Storm E Water for an afternoon of free fishing, educational activities, and family fun on Wednesday, September 16 from 4-6 p.m. at City Park Lake located at 355 W Miller St.

Don't have any fishing gear? No worries! Loaner fishing gear will be provided by the NC Wildlife Resources Commission.

Bring the family, enjoy the outdoors, and learn more about our local waterways. We hope to see you there!🎣🐟

09/04/2026

Come join us for multiple Rowan County Creek Week events happening September 12–19!

We’ll be hosting multiple litter sweeps throughout the week, along with free fishing at Water Wednesday.🎣

Bring a friend, get involved, and help us celebrate and protect our local waterways!

The 8th Annual Rowan County NC Creek Week is Saturday, Sept. 12 through Saturday, Sept. 19. This is a week-long celebration of local waters throughout North Carolina.

The City of Salisbury has several opportunities to get involved:

Keep Salisbury Beautiful Cleanup | Saturday, Sept. 12
Join Keep Salisbury Beautiful for a litter cleanup in Downtown Salisbury. Participants will meet and park in the train parking lot. Register at: https://form.jotform.com/230945203230949

Water & Wastewater Plant Tours | Wednesday, Sept. 16
Ever wonder where your water comes from or what happens after it goes down the drain? Join Salisbury-Rowan Utilities for a behind-the-scenes look at how our drinking water is treated and how wastewater is cleaned before being returned to the environment. Registration is required for the plant tours: https://form.jotform.com/262393793486069

Water Wednesday | Wednesday, Sept. 16
Bring the whole family to City Park Lake for a fun-filled evening outdoors! Enjoy free fishing provided by the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission, along with kid-friendly activities hosted by local community organizations. Come explore, play and fish!

There are plenty more events happening throughout Rowan County. Visit rowancountync.gov for more information and a full list of activities.

09/01/2026

Please use caution as our crews complete roadwork at the intersection of West Kerr and North Main Street on Wednesday, September 2.

08/25/2026

Air filters and pet food bags are made from multiple layers of plastic, paper, and other materials that are too difficult to separate and process at a recycling facility.

Help keep our recycling clean by keeping air filters and pet food bags out of your recycling cart and placing them in your trash cart instead!