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August 1, 2025

J. Reuben Daniel City Hall & Police Station

1040 Roanoke Avenue, Roanoke Rapids, NC

(252) 533-2800

www.roanokerapidsnc.com

CALENDAR OF MEETINGS: 

(All City meetings are open to the public)

CITY COUNCIL MEETING

Tuesday, August 5, 2025 at 4:00 p.m.*

Lloyd Andrews City Meeting Hall

700 Jackson Street

Roanoke Rapids, NC 27870

*Please note the earlier start time for the meeting.

City Council meetings may now be viewed on YouTube 

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES:   

The City of Roanoke Rapids is now accepting applications for the following positions:

Certified Police Officer

Firefighter

Public Works Building Maintenance Worker

Parks & Recreation Custodial Worker

PT School Crossing Guard

PT Lifeguard

PT Recreation Building Supervisor

For more information on our job opportunities, please visit

www.roanokerapidsnc.com/employment

The City of Roanoke Rapids is an Equal Opportunity Employer

We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

Applications may be obtained at www.roanokerapidsnc.com or may be picked up at

City Hall – 1040 Roanoke Avenue, Roanoke Rapids, NC

Christina Caudle – Human Resources Director – City of Roanoke Rapids

Phone: (252) 533-2845 – Fax (252) 537-2097

BRIEFS

NATIONAL NIGHT OUT:  The Roanoke Rapids Police Department, Weldon Police Department, and Halifax County Sheriff’s Office invite you to National Night Out on Tuesday, August 5, 2025, 5:00 - 8:00 p.m. at the Ervin V. Griffin Sr. Centre on the campus of Halifax Community College, 100 College Drive. This event is an opportunity to bring neighbors and law enforcement together in a fun and positive environment. Come out and enjoy some great food, fellowship, entertainment, and so much more!

COMMITTEE VACANCIES:  

Contact Traci Storey, City Clerk at (252) 533-2840 for committee information.

Library Advisory Committee

Roanoke Canal Commission

Senior Center Advisory Committee

ROANOKE RAPIDS CITY COUNCIL

Mayor Emery G. Doughtie    Mayor Pro Tem Sandra W. Bryant

Council Members:  W. Keith Bell, Andy Jackson, Rex Stainback, Curtis Strickland

Kelly Traynham, City Manager   Geoffrey Davis, City Attorney

Traci V. Storey, City Clerk