NOTICE: Garbage pick-up scheduled for Monday, November 11, will occur a day later, on Tuesday, November 12. Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday's routes will be collected on normal schedule. If you have any questions, contact the Public Works Department at 704-484-6846.
Is the City of Shelby responsible for vehicle damage resulting from striking a City trashcan or recycle can?
The City of Shelby is not considered negligent in these cases. A trashcan or recycle can is considered a stationary object. You must maintain a proper lookout to avoid striking these objects. Please contact Safety and Risk Management for more information, 704-484-6470.
Is the City of Shelby responsible for vehicle damage resulting from a pothole, manhole and/or other road hazards?
The City is not legally liable for damages in these types of cases. This type of incident is considered a road hazard in the State of North Carolina. The City of Shelby is not liable unless the City had prior knowledge of the pothole and/or any other hazards existing in the roadway and failed to correct that problem within a reasonable amount of time. This type of damage is usually covered under the Collision Coverage of your personal automobile policy. Please contact Safety and Risk Management for more information, 704-484-6470.
What happens to a claim after it has been filed?
The City of Shelby’s Insurance Provider will review the claim and any additional supporting documentation. After the claim is reviewed, you will be contacted via mail or phone by the City’s Insurance Provider. A decision will be made as to accept or deny the claim by the City’s Insurance Provider. Please contact Safety and Risk Management for more information, 704-484-6470.
How does a citizen file a damage claim against the City of Shelby?
If you feel the City of Shelby is responsible for personal injury or property damage, you may call the Safety & Risk Management Coordinator to file a claim at: 704-484-6470. Please be prepared to provide: date, time and place of the alleged loss, brief description of the circumstances, and names and numbers of witnesses, if available. Please contact Safety and Risk Management for more information, 704-484-6470.
What if I want to work for the City of Shelby but do not see an open position that I qualify for at this time?
Visit the City’s Employment Opportunities Portal and click on the “Notify Me” tab on the left to receive notifications when new positions become available.
How do I find a list of the job openings & how do I apply?
You can search and apply for available positions with the City of Shelby by clicking here. If you have any questions email Gracie Freeman, Employment Coordinator , at gracie.plonk@cityofshelby.com.
What is a Social District?
A social district is a defined outdoor area where alcoholic beverages, sold by an establishment licensed for the sale of alcoholic beverages for on-premises consumption, may be consumed.
When does the Social District go into effect?
Uptown Shelby's Social District will take effect on July 1, 2024.
What type of drinks can be served in the Social District cups?
Beer or wine will be sold and served in social district cups by permittees in the social district.
How will the social district boundaries be marked?
Signage will be posted at prominent points to indicate the boundaries of the district. A map of the social district and its boundaries is found on the city webpage.
What are the days and hours of operation of the social district?
Monday through Sunday from 10:00 am until 10:00 pm.
How will participating and non-participating businesses be identified?
Signage or window clings will be displayed in businesses to identify whether the establishment has opted-in or out of the social district. Participating & Non-participating Businesses will also be noted on this webpage once the ABC Commission grants approval of the social district.
How does a business opt-in to the social district?
Businesses can use the 'Participating & Non-participating Businesses' link on this webpage to indicate their preference for participation in the Uptown Shelby Social District.
What are the requirements of a social district cup?
The cup clearly displays a logo or some other mark that is unique to the social district in which it will be consumed.
The cup clearly identifies the permittee from which the alcoholic beverage was purchased.
The cup displays, in no less than 12-point font the statement, "Drink Responsibly. Be 21."
The cup shall not hold more than 16 fluid ounces.
The cup is not comprised of glass.
Can I bring my own alcoholic beverage, pour it into a social district cup and walk around in the social district?
No. Only drinks purchased from participating, permitted businesses within the social district are allowed. No outside beer, wine, or liquor can be brought into the social district.
How many alcoholic drinks can I purchase at one time in the social district?
A single patron may purchase any combination of the following at one time:
Two beers, or
Two wines, or
One wine and one beer, or
One mixed drink
See N.C. Gen. Stat. 18B-300.1 (e)(3) and 18B-1010.
Can I take an alcoholic beverage in my social district beverage home with me?
No. Beverages should be disposed of in the appropriate receptacle prior to exiting the social district.
What about retailers within a social district that do not want alcohol inside their business?
All businesses located within the social district have the option to opt-out of the district; they do not have to allow alcohol within their place of business. Signage will be provided to all participating and non-participating businesses to clearly indicate their status within the district.
Can I take my alcoholic beverage into a vehicle within the social district?
No. No person shall possess an alcoholic beverage while driving a vehicle, including bicycles, golf carts, and scooters. An open container of any alcoholic beverage is also prohibited in the passenger area of any vehicle while on the right-of-way within the social district.
What happens if I leave the social district boundaries with an alcoholic beverage?
Individuals who leave the social district in possession of open containers of alcoholic beverages can be criminally charged, including aiding and abetting another.
How will the social district be enforced?
Alcohol Law Enforcement (ALE) and local law enforcement have jurisdiction over the social district.
How can I report when I see individuals breaking the regulations of the social district?
You can call the Shelby Police Department’s non-emergency number at 704.484.6845. In case of an emergency, when an immediate response is needed, call 911 to report the details of the crime you witness.
