Mayor Goodwin shared the following statement this afternoon —

Congratulations to Lieutenant Oldham, Captain Webb, Sergeant Bailes, and Corporal Smith III -- with the Charleston Police Department -- on your promotions!

We're excited about this weekend's Team Up to Clean Up! Folks can pick up clean up supplies, shirts, snacks, and water at the staging area at the KVRTA parking lot on Stockton St. from 9A - 1P.

To complete the Volunteer Waiver>>> bit.ly/3VaW4zI.

As we celebrate National Public Safety Telecommunications Week, please join us in saying THANK YOU to our dispatchers for being the lifeline between our community and emergency responders, for being a calming presence, and for making a positive impact every day!

📣 Join our Team!

The City is accepting applications for the Mayor’s Summer Youth Jobs Program. Positions are available through Public Art, Constituent Services, CFD, Planning, Municipal Court, Parking, Public Grounds, and P&R.

Read more here >>> bit.ly/3UnEjMY

ICYMI: Mayor Goodwin announced a $1.2M project to turf a multi-use athletic field at North Charleston Community Center. The investment reflects the city's commitment to providing spaces for our youth to play, and growing sports tourism.

Read more >>> bit.ly/3UkfUI3

ICYMI: You still have time to register your youngster for the inaugural Charleston Sternwheel Regatta Young Entrepreneurs Market on July 6!

This market is for children, 8-17, to sell their homemade items.

Register >>> bit.ly/RegattaEntrepr…

Registration closes April 30.

Mayor Goodwin toured areas with flood damage, got updates from our City Team on the progress being made to clear flood debris, and talked to community members in the affected areas. Crews are continuing to assess flood damage, conduct cleanup, and work with local partners.

Weather Damage Surveys for the Flooding on April 11, 2024 in Kanawha County

If you were impacted by the April 11, 2024 flooding in Kanawha County, please fill out a WEATHER DAMAGE SURVEY. Scan the QR Code or click this link to fill out this survey. survey123.arcgis.com/share/de033ec0…

‼️The National Weather Service has issued a Flood Warning in effect until 11:15am for Kanawha County. Flooding of rivers, larger creeks, and other low-lying locations is imminent or occurring.

‼️ Per NWS Flash Flood warning in effect for the Kanawha County area until 11:30 PM. This is a dangerous and life-threatening situation.

ICYMI ⬇️

‼️ Be weather AWARE and PREPARED.

The Mayor's Office of Economic and Community Development (MOECD) has rescheduled the public meeting, previously scheduled for March 19, to April 16 at 5:30P via zoom.

More info >>> bit.ly/3BqKQvI.

Our P&R Department in partnership with Legendary Lifeguards is providing eligible lifeguard candidates FREE certification if they are at least 15yo, apply to work at one of the City’s pools, and pass the Lifeguard Water Skill Evaluation.

Read more >>> bit.ly/43BD2of

📣 Street sweeping will begin APR 2.

➡️ 9A on Tuesdays (eastbound side of street as signed)
➡️Noon on Thursdays (westbound side of street as signed)

Citizens are encouraged to heed all posted signs--vehicles could be subject to ticketing and/or towing at the owner's expense.

It's almost time for the Magic Island Easter Egg Hunt! 🐰 Join Charleston P&R and Kanawha County P&R for a fun-filled afternoon -- Saturday, March 30!

Interested in being part of the 2024 CPD Citizen Police Academy?

Seats are limited. Apply today >>> bit.ly/3x24ob0

ICYMI: Our P&R Spring Break Camps at North Charleston and the King Center start Monday, March 25 at 8:30A.

More info 👇
King Center: 304.348.6404
North Charleston: 304.348.6884

Yesterday, we joined the Charleston CVB to announce the routes for the USA Cycling Pro Road National Championships in May!!

Want to know more, check out >>> charlestonwv.com/usa-cycling/.