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Connecting Salisbury with Public Works updates, collection information, recycling tips, Adopt-A-Street, and ways to keep our community clean, green, and sustainable!

10/28/2026

Significant tree maintenance work was recently completed at the Chestnut Hill Cemetery, reflecting the City’s commitment to maintaining the cemetery grounds while prioritizing the safety of visitors and the preservation of surrounding gravesites and memorial markers.

Several aging trees, estimated to range from 80 to 175 years old, were found to have internal rot and, after careful evaluation, were removed. While some trees appeared healthy from the outside, internal rot had compromised their condition.

Maintaining the cemetery’s grounds requires balancing the care of this historic space with the responsibility of addressing potential safety hazards.

The City of Salisbury is committed to the thoughtful care and maintenance of Chestnut Hill Cemetery, with continued attention to its historical significance, the families it serves, and the safety of the community.

If you have questions or would like additional information about the tree maintenance at Chestnut Hill Cemetery, please contact Lindsey Stegall, City of Salisbury Cemetery Administrator, at [email protected].

10/22/2026

Pumpkin Collection With Yard Waste 🎃

Did you know that approximately 1 billion pounds of pumpkins end up in landfills across the United States each year? Help the City of Salisbury reduce pumpkin waste this fall!

From now until December 4, you can place your pumpkins with your regular yard waste for collection on your scheduled yard waste collection day.

- Pumpkins must be real and natural.
- No glitter, paint, lights, or other decorations can be on the pumpkins.

Help us become a more sustainable Salisbury! 🍂

10/20/2026

The 2026-2027 Loose Leaf Collection season has begun! During this time, all leaves must be neatly placed in a pile near the curb by 7 a.m. on the Monday of your area pickup date.

To ensure proper pickup of your leaves, remember to:
- Remove sticks, tree limbs, trash, and other debris from your leaf pile.
- Leave at least 3 feet of space between your pile and objects such as vehicles, mailboxes, and utility poles.
- Leaf piles can be no more than 5 feet deep.
- Do not place your leaf pile in the street.

For more information or to view our interactive loose leaf collection map, please visit: salisburync.gov/Leaf

10/08/2026

🚫 NO ENGINE OIL IN RECYCLING CARTS! 🚫

Engine oil and other automotive fluids do not belong in your recycling cart. Even small amounts of oil can contaminate an entire load of recyclable materials and create safety concerns for collection crews and recycling facility staff.

To dispose of your used motor oil safely, please visit a local auto parts store near you. Many local auto parts stores will accept your used oil for free.

10/05/2026

Fall Spruce Up Week begins today, 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

09/30/2026

The 2026-2027 Loose Leaf Collection season will begin Monday, October 19, and last until March 8, 2027. During this time, all leaves must be neatly placed in a pile near the curb by 7 a.m. on the Monday of your area pickup date.

To ensure proper pickup of your leaves, remember to:
- Remove sticks, tree limbs, trash, and other debris from your leaf pile.
- Leave at least 3 feet of space between your pile and objects such as vehicles, mailboxes, and utility poles.
- Leaf piles can be no more than 5 feet deep.
- Do not place your leaf pile in the street.

For more information or to view our interactive loose leaf collection map, please visit: salisburync.gov/Leaf

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!

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303 West Franklin Street
Salisbury, NC
28144

Website

http://salisburync.gov/publicworks

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