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Yearly Archives: 2026

Town of Mocksville Presents Proposed FY 2026–2027 Budget

2026-05-13T15:48:47-04:00

Balanced plan focuses on infrastructure, workforce, and long-term community investment The Town of Mocksville has officially presented its proposed Fiscal Year 2026–2027 budget to the Board of Commissioners, outlining a balanced financial plan that supports essential services, infrastructure improvements, and continued investment in the community’s future. Presented on May 5th, the proposed budget reflects months of planning and collaboration between Town staff and leadership, with a focus on maintaining financial stability while addressing key priorities across departments. A Balanced Budget with No Tax Rate Increase The proposed budget maintains the current property tax rate of $0.29 per $100 valuation, continuing the [...]

Town of Mocksville Presents Proposed FY 2026–2027 Budget2026-05-13T15:48:47-04:00

Mocksville to Convert Key Downtown Intersection to Four-Way Stop in June

2026-05-11T14:37:58-04:00

The Town of Mocksville is moving forward with a change designed to improve traffic flow, reduce costs, and simplify navigation at one of its downtown intersections. Following a detailed intersection analysis and communication with the Mocksville Board of Commissioners, the Town will partner with the North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) to convert the existing traffic signal at the intersection of Gaither Street, Wilkesboro Street, Avon Street, and Salisbury Street into a four-way stop. The conversion is expected to take place sometime in June. Why the Change is Being Made The decision comes after evaluating both the performance and cost of [...]

Mocksville to Convert Key Downtown Intersection to Four-Way Stop in June2026-05-11T14:37:58-04:00

Mocksville Continues Planning for the Future with Downtown Workshop #3

2026-04-28T15:22:56-04:00

The Town of Mocksville continues to make meaningful progress on its Comprehensive Plan Update and Downtown Master Plan, with the third downtown workshop held on April 20, 2026. This ongoing effort, led in partnership with Benchmark Planning, is designed to guide the town’s future while preserving the character and charm that make Mocksville unique. A Roadmap for Mocksville’s Future The Comprehensive Plan serves as a long-term “roadmap” for the town, evaluating development trends, infrastructure needs, and community input to guide future decisions. It establishes a vision for expansion, growth, land use, and investment across Mocksville. Working alongside it, the Downtown Master [...]

Mocksville Continues Planning for the Future with Downtown Workshop #32026-04-28T15:22:56-04:00

Fresh, Local, and Community-Focused: The Mocksville Farmers’ Market Returns for the Season

2026-04-23T11:06:56-04:00

The Town of Mocksville is proud to welcome residents and visitors back to the Mocksville Farmers’ Market for another vibrant season of fresh food, local goods, and community connection. Conveniently located at 317 Sanford Avenue, the market will be open each Wednesday from 3–6 p.m., May 6 through October 21. Whether you’re picking up ingredients for dinner, supporting local agriculture, or simply enjoying a midweek outing, the market offers a relaxed and inviting space to experience the best of Davie County—now with the added charm of down-home Americana-folkgrass music by Danny & Eva Casstevens. What to Expect at the Market Each [...]

Fresh, Local, and Community-Focused: The Mocksville Farmers’ Market Returns for the Season2026-04-23T11:06:56-04:00

Mocksville Celebrates 33 Years as a Tree City USA with Arbor Day Festivities

2026-04-06T17:20:50-04:00

Join the Arbor Day Celebration on April 24th! The Town of Mocksville is proud to celebrate its 33rd consecutive year as part of Tree City USA! Join us on Friday, April 24th, at 10 a.m. at Rich Park Shelter 1, 202 Park Drive, Mocksville, as we commemorate this milestone with a special tree-planting ceremony. Honoring Our Commitment to Trees During the event, Mayor Will Marklin will read the official Arbor Day proclamation, reinforcing our community’s commitment to tree planting, care, and preservation. Students from Mocksville Elementary School will join us in planting the trees. We are also honored to welcome Ranger [...]

Mocksville Celebrates 33 Years as a Tree City USA with Arbor Day Festivities2026-04-06T17:20:50-04:00

Mocksville Residents Help Shape the Future of Downtown

2026-04-06T16:55:10-04:00

Community Input Guides Comprehensive Plan Update and Downtown Master Plan The Town of Mocksville continues to move forward with its Comprehensive Plan Update and Downtown Master Plan, with strong community participation helping shape the vision for the future. Throughout March, residents, business owners, and stakeholders gathered for two interactive downtown workshops, offering ideas, feedback, and priorities that will guide future development, infrastructure, and investment decisions. The planning process is being led by the Town of Mocksville in partnership with Benchmark Planning, the consulting firm managing the development of both plans. Both plans are being developed together as a roadmap for Mocksville’s [...]

Mocksville Residents Help Shape the Future of Downtown2026-04-06T16:55:10-04:00

Manager’s Corner – Spring 2026

2026-03-26T17:30:48-04:00

Spring and Summer bring out the best in Mocksville. The Town is committed to providing family-friendly opportunities to enjoy downtown events, including the 20th Annual Daniel Boone Festival on Saturday, May 2nd, and the Farmers' Market opening on May 6th. We can’t forget the beginning of downtown Cruise-In’s, the first Monday of each month as well. Mocksville can add the title “home” baseball team beginning in May. The Davie Crocketts college-age baseball team will call Mocksville’s Mando field home for the summer. What a great opportunity to enjoy America’s favorite pastime with friends and family. Stay engaged through the town’s website [...]

Manager’s Corner – Spring 20262026-03-26T17:30:48-04:00

A Message From the Mayor – Spring 2026

2026-04-06T16:31:38-04:00

The 35th Annual Shamrock Run is in the history books. The race is over, and the medals have all been handed out. We have packed up the tents and put away the signs until next year. Coming together as a community is what living in a “small town” is all about. I love seeing the runners who come out each year and support the non-profits that benefit from the annual run. We had folks here from neighboring counties, some young first-time racers who were nervous about a long road race, and some folks who decided they just needed to get out [...]

A Message From the Mayor – Spring 20262026-04-06T16:31:38-04:00

Mocksville Planning for the Future with Comprehensive Plan Update and First Downtown Master Plan

2026-03-10T17:46:56-04:00

Residents invited to participate in upcoming public workshops to help shape downtown’s future The Town of Mocksville is continuing an important planning effort that will guide future growth, strengthen downtown, and help preserve the community character that residents value most. During the Mocksville Town Board’s March meeting, consultants with Benchmark Planning presented an update on the Town’s Comprehensive Plan update and the development of Mocksville’s first-ever Downtown Master Plan. Together, the two plans will help shape decisions about land use, infrastructure, downtown revitalization, connectivity, and long-term investment priorities for years to come. Benchmark Planning representatives Bridget Calaya and Vaughn Hansen told [...]

Mocksville Planning for the Future with Comprehensive Plan Update and First Downtown Master Plan2026-03-10T17:46:56-04:00

A New Place to Play: SBA Home North Carolina Gifts Six Pickleball Courts to Mocksville

2026-02-25T11:12:00-05:00

The new pickleball courts at Rich Park reflect SBA Group’s desire to invest not only in local jobs but in the quality of life for the families who call Mocksville home. (L to R)  Angelika Matczak, CEO of SBA Home North Carolina; Mocksville Mayor Will Marklin, and Mocksville Town Manager Lee Rollins  Celebrating Community Partnership at Rich Park The Town of Mocksville proudly celebrated the opening of six new public pickleball courts at Rich Park this week, made possible through a generous gift from SBA Home North Carolina. Town leaders joined company representatives for a ceremonial first serve and paddle exchange, [...]

A New Place to Play: SBA Home North Carolina Gifts Six Pickleball Courts to Mocksville2026-02-25T11:12:00-05:00
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