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Myers Named North Carolina Assessor of the Year

Catawba County Tax Administrator Brian Myers was named the 2024 North Carolina Assessor of the Year by the North Carolina Association of Assessing Officers (NCAAO). The Assessor of the Year Award is presented annually to one outstanding North Carolina tax assessor in recognition of outstanding achievement in tax administration and public service. As the county’s tax administrator, Myers is responsible for planning, directing… View More

Catawba County 101: Sheriff's Office

MAKING. LIVING. BETTER: SHERIFF’S OFFICE - PATROL/WARRANTS/CIVIL DIVISION What is its mission/purpose? Patrol: The Uniform Patrol Division is divided into four platoons including a Sheriff’s Office Reserve Division that provides 24 hours of law enforcement service seven days a week for the residents of Catawba County. The Uniform Patrol Division and the Reserve Division is comprised of 58… View More

Frank Ballentine

EMERGENCY SERVICES: Frank Ballentine, Emergency Management Project Specialist Years worked with the County: 6+ What is a typical workday like for you? My position is not like most jobs that have a “usual” day, which is one of the things I love about it. I maintain emergency preparedness supplies, so several days a month I am out of the office, in all types of weather,… View More

Tonia Elrod

DETENTION FACILITY: Tonia Elrod, Corporal Years worked with the County: 17 Briefly describe your job. What do you do? Supervise the Booking Department in the Detention Facility. I process inmates in and out of the facility. I supervise the employees on the shift as she is the first line of supervision on the shift.  What is a typical workday like for… View More

FEMA Public Notice

The United States Department of Homeland Security’s Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) will be receiving subgrant applications from the State of North Carolina for acquisition and demolition or mitigation reconstruction and/or elevation of residential and commercial properties. Pursuant to Executive Order (EO) 11988 and 44 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Part 9.12, FEMA hereby gives… View More

BOC Meeting Recap: 12/16/24

The December 16, 2024 Board of Commissioners meeting was called to order at 7pm. The agenda for tonight’s meeting can be found here. BOC approved minutes from the Board’s regular meeting and closed session of December 2, 2024. Chair Isenhower recommends the reappointment of Michael "Shawn" Hooper to the Catawba County… View More

Hazard Mitigation Grants for Homeowners

Hazard Mitigation Grants for Homeowners North Carolina homeowners and renters in 25 counties and the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians who had uninsured damage or losses caused by Hurricane Helene may be eligible for FEMA disaster assistance. FEMA may be able to help with serious needs, displacement, temporary… View More

Seniors Morning Out Activities for January 2025

HICKORY – Participants will enjoy a variety of activities in January including musical performances, crafting classes, cooking demonstrations and a visit to Hart Square.  The visits to Hart Square are supported by Arts Culture Catawba through the North Carolina Arts Council, with funding from the state of North Carolina. Any resident of Catawba County who is 60 or older is invited to join Seniors Morning Out, which is held… View More

Catawba County 101

MAKING. LIVING. BETTER: Library: Sensory Play Space What is its mission/purpose? The Main Library in Newton is excited to announce the completion of our newly redesigned children’s area, now featuring a sensory-friendly space designed to support all children, with a special focus on those with autism and sensory sensitivities. This new learning environment features a pretend play… View More

Liv Liccione

LIBRARY: Liv Liccione - Library Services Specialist What is something you like for people to know about you?  Both personally and professionally, I believe that anything worth doing is worth making fun! Having fun is of the utmost importance to me.    What brought you to the library?  Either fate or exceptionally good luck, although I’m not sure which.… View More