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StreetFest & Fireworks Announces Lineup for Oct 14 Festival

This festival held annually on the second Saturday of October offers a full day of music, demos, local art, food trucks, craft brews, and fireworks. Read on...
Notice of October 3 Special Called City Council Meeting

The meeting scheduled for 5:00 p.m. will be at 1:00 p.m. to accommodate National Night Out. Read on...
City Creates New Process for Engineering Submittals

The process will streamline reviews and approvals for developers and design consultants. Read on...
Depot Park to Close Soon for Building Renovation

Depot Park will soon close to the public as the City of Sanford renovates the depot building. Read on...
Sanford Breaks Ground on New Fire Station

The groundbreaking ceremony was held on Tuesday, August 29, 2023. Read on...
Registration for Bradford Pear Bounty Program Now Open for Lee County

Property owners can exchange up to five Bradford pear trees for the same number of free native trees. Read on...
NCDOT Publishes Transit Oriented Development Study

Communities along the S-Line rail corridor now have plans and strategies to prepare for Transit Oriented Development. Read on...
Sanford Fire Department Receives $338K FEMA Grant

Funds are earmarked for emergency response needs, such as protective gear, emergency vehicles, and/or training. Read on...
City Earns Excellence Award for Financial Reporting

The recognition was awarded for the City of Sanford's annual comprehensive financial report. Read on...
Sanford and Pittsboro Sign Historic Utility Merger Agreement

The City of Sanford and the Town of Pittsboro have agreed to merge utilities. Read on...
City Set to Expand Water Filtration Facility with Partners

Sanford, Fuquay-Varina, Holly Springs and Pittsboro will form a regional partnership to meet each municipality’s water needs. Read on...
City Credits Team Effort for Cleaning Up The Prince

After years of battling crime and blight at The Prince Downtown motel, the City of Sanford and its community partners have worked together to stop its nuisance activities -- permanently. Read on...
City of Sanford Rescinds Boil Water Advisory

The boil water advisory issued on Monday, July 10, 2023, has been lifted, effective immediately. Read on...
Downtown Sanford Inc Awarded MSD Management Contract

The Downtown Sanford MSD management contract takes effect July 1, 2023 and runs through June 30, 2028. Read on...
City Seeks Applicants for Several Board Vacancies

Applicants must be registered to vote in Lee County and reside within Sanford’s city limits. Read on...
Utility Service Rate Increases to Take Effect July 1

The approved budget for FY 2023-2024 includes rate increases for water and wastewater users. Read on...
Sanford and Pittsboro Consider Utility Merger

If both the merger is executed, Pittsboro’s assets would be transferred to Sanford no later than June 30, 2024. Read on...
Proposed Municipal Budget for FY 2023-2024 Now Available

Sanford City Council has set two dates to discuss budget as proposed. Read on...
Public Hearing for the Downtown Sanford MSD Management Contract

Property owners, business owners, and residents are invited to make comments and suggestions pertinent to the management contract. Read on...
Arbor Day Foundation Names Sanford a 2022 Tree City USA

The Tree City USA program is sponsored by the Arbor Day Foundation. Read on...
Kiwanis Family Park Splash Pad to Open Saturday

Enjoy face painting, a live DJ, prize giveaways, and a public input opportunity from 11a to 1p. Read on...
Public Works Service Center Open to the Public

The facility is open to the public after having closed on February 13, 2023. Read on...
Celebrate Piedmont Blues on May 13 in Depot Park

The celebration will feature live music from the sons of blues legends and mural subjects Floyd Council and Pink Anderson. Read on...
City Seeks Proposals for Downtown Sanford MSD Management

The deadline to submit an RFQ is May 12, 2023 at 5:00 p.m. Read on...
City Announces 2023 Summer Music Series

Concerts will run on Thursdays in Depot Park starting at 6:30 p.m. from June through August. Read on...
City Residents Donate to Sanford Cares Utility Assistance Program

The contribution will help residents struggling to pay their water and sewer bills. Read on...
Jean Dabbs Sworn In to Represent Ward 5

Dabbs fills the vacant seat previously filled by Mayor Salmon. Read on...
Remembering the late Jackie Pearce

In celebration of Women's History Month, the City is highlighting Jackie Pearce, the first woman elected to Sanford City Council. Read on...
Former Mayor Recognized as 'Main Street Champion'

Former mayor Chet Mann was nominated for the award for his contributions to the economic development of downtown Sanford. Read on...
City Launches Project Hub

The hub is a central location for residents to learn about current and ongoing projects. Read on...
City Publishes Annual Water Quality Report

The report is published in March of each year and mailed to customers with their May utility bill. Read on...
Flag Ceremony to Honor Vietnam Veterans

Veterans, their families, and all members of the community are invited to the Veterans Memorial on March 29 for the event. Read on...
New ‘From’ Address for Utility Bills, Purchase Orders, & EFTs

Customers and vendors should look for emails from noreply@cityofsanfordnc.net. Read on...
Remembering the late Walter McNeil, Jr.

Celebration of Black History Month by remembering the late Walter McNeil, Jr. Read on...
Food Truck Ordinance Now in Effect

The ordinance guides how food trucks are allowed to operate within city limits. Read on...
TJCOG Awarded $250k to Study Road Safety in Sanford

Award includes improvement plans for Broadway, Lee County, and Morrisville. Read on...
City Offers Options to Avoid Lengthy Mail Processing Times

To accommodate slowed postal delivery, the City of Sanford offers several payment options to help customers to avoid mail. Read on...
Ting Internet Installing Fiber in Sanford

All locate paint marks, flags, and digging will take place in the public right of way. Read on...
City Awarded $5.8 Million for Affordable Housing Initiatives

The funds will be used for two neighborhood revitalization projects. Read on...
City First Responders Host Christmas Toy Drives

All donations should be new and unwrapped. Read on...
City Commits $4.2M for Affordable Housing, Downtown Transformation

Initiatives will leverage grant opportunities and partnerships to 'jumpstart the next wave of revitalization.' Read on...
City Joins Operation Green Light

The green light will shine on the Sanford Veterans Memorial through November 13. Read on...
City of Sanford Celebrates Completion of 226 Linden Avenue

The project yielded 5 permanent, affordable housing units for families who live below the poverty line. Read on...
Piedmont Blues Celebrates Sanford’s Musical Heritage

Mural showcases Sanford's connection between Piedmont blues music and rock band Pink Floyd. Read on...
New Regular Meeting Time for Sanford City Council

Meetings will now begin at 5:00 p.m. Read on...
$3.4M Grant Awarded to S-Line Mobility Hub Planning Project

The grant was announced Tuesday at a media event at Depot Park. Read on...
Sanford Launches Revamped Municipal Website

The site underwent a comprehensive redesign process by CivicPlus, a leading government website provider. Read on...
City Council Approves System Development Fees

The fees will apply to all newly connecting water and wastewater customers, effective September 1, 2022. Read on...
Sanford Hires New Fire Chief

Chief Matthew Arnold will fill the vacancy left by Chief Wayne Barber in January. Read on...
Sanford Ag Marketplace Awarded Rural Transformation Grant

The City of Sanford has been awarded $900,000 to develop the marketplace in downtown Sanford. Read on...
Youth Council Donates 900+ Books to Local Schools

The donations were made possible by funds from the Race to Read 5K, last held in 2017. Read on...
Proposed Budget for FY 2022-2023 Now Available

City staff presented the proposed budget for the upcoming fiscal year at the May 24, 2022 meeting of the Sanford City Council. Read on...
St Andrews Church Rd to Close Wednesday for 6 Months

Bridge #34 over the Upper Little River will be replaced. Read on...
Sanford's Vision Leads to Historic Economic Development Deal

Historic transformation started with innovative water and wastewater projects helmed by the City of Sanford. Read on...
Service Offsite Solutions selects Sanford for New Facility

The company will create 235 jobs at an average salary of more than $50,400. Read on...
Public Works Department Recognized as Main Street Champion

The recognition is awarded by the N.C. Department of Commerce. Read on...
Housing-Related Assistance Available for NC Homeowners

The assistance is earmarked for homeowners whose finances have been impacted by the pandemic. Read on...
City of Sanford Receives Distinguished Budget Presentation Award

The award reflects the City's commitment to meeting the highest principles of governmental budgeting. Read on...
City Releases Popular Annual Financial Report for FY 2020-21

The report summarizes the City’s financial activities for the last fiscal year. Read on...
Appearance Commission Requests Proposals for Two Murals

The murals will showcase J.D. McDuffie and the Piedmont Blues. Read on...
Emergency Assistance Available for Water Bills

Low-income households affected by the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic can apply for assistance paying water bills. Read on...
Customer Service Department Gives Gifts to Nursing Center

The City of Sanford’s customer service department delivered gifts to residents at a Sanford nursing home today. Read on...
City Projects Recognized for Excellence in Engineering

Two Sanford projects have received excellence awards from the American Council of Engineering Companies of North Carolina. Read on...
City of Sanford Fire Chief Recognized as Hometown Hero

Chief Wayne Barber of the Sanford Fire Department was honored by the NC Automobile Dealers Association. Read on...
Three Benches Donated to the City of Sanford

Shook Construction has donated the benches for use at Kiwanis Family Park Read on...
Street Pianos Coming to Downtown Sanford

The pianos have been hand painted by local artists. Read on...
Free Wi-Fi Now Available in Downtown Sanford

Lee County Government, the City of Sanford, and Downtown Sanford have partnered to provide free Wi-Fi. Read on...
Pilgrim’s to Build Sanford Agricultural Marketplace with Hometown Strong Funds

Pilgrim’s will contribute $505,000 to establish a permanent home for the Sanford Agricultural Marketplace in downtown. Read on...
NCDOT Awarded Grant for Passenger Rail in Sanford

The funding will help Sanford and five other communities develop plans for areas around S-Line stations. Read on...
SHA, City Collaborate to Offer Housing for Homeless Families

The project will develop five units to house homeless families. Read on...

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