Winter Weather Update
đź“ŚDue to additional snow this morning, and out of an abundance of caution, town offices will operate on a 2 hour delay on 2/5/26. The Community Center will open at 10:30am.
❄️Today’s trash collection will be spread over today and tomorrow due to Winter Weather.
❄️Today, 2/5/26 will be Trash SE, same customers as Recycling 3 & tomorrow, 2/6/26 will be SW zone, same customers as Recycling 4
❄️Recycling 3 is still tomorrow and Recycling 4 is still Saturday.
❄️Next week Lake Trash is still Monday, 2/9/26 then back on regular schedule Friday, 2/13/26. All other routes will be on a one-day delay.
❄️Weather permitting regular schedule will return the week of 2/16/26.
Burke County 911 will remain fully-operational, but response times may be longer when road conditions become hazardous. Residents are asked to reserve 911 for life-threatening emergencies
Non-Emergency Fire & Police related Calls: 828-879-2101
Including calls that cannot wait until the next business day. These calls will be directed to Burke County communications for dispatch. Do not use this number for emergency calls.
Burke County Non-Emergency hotline: All non-emergency questions can be directed to the PIO Hotline at 828-764-9388.
Town Council Meeting
Next Regular Town Council Meeting: February 9th, 2026 at 6pm
(Postponed from 2/2/26 Due to inclement weather)
Valdese Town Hall Council Chambers
The meeting will be live-streamed!
For information on other meetings please go to the Meetings & Agendas Page.
The Town of Valdese is Hiring!
The Town of Valdese offers a workplace where you can truly thrive. Here, you’ll find supportive teammates, meaningful and rewarding responsibilities, and the chance to make a daily impact in a community we’re proud to call the best town in North Carolina. Choosing a career with the Town of Valdese isn’t just a job — it’s an opportunity to grow, serve, and belong.
The Town of Valdese welcomes growth and diversity to enhance, while preserving, our existing neighborhoods, natural amenities and rich history for current residents and future generations.
-Town of Valdese Mission Statement adopted April 2, 2018
Valdese, in the heart of Burke County is located in the foothills of Western North Carolina "where the Piedmont meets the Mountains." The Catawba River traverses Burke County west to east creating a wide valley and Lake Rhodhiss. The valley is intersected by I-40, US Highways 64 and 70, and NC Highways 18 and 181. Interstates 26, 77, and 85 are within a 50-mile radius. Founded on the rich traditions of 19th century Waldensian settlers, the Town of Valdese honors the heritage and determination of the Waldenses with its historic attractions, parks and annual events. Bordered by Mineral Springs Mountain to the south and the beautiful waters of Lake Rhodhiss to the north, Valdese is the perfect destination for a small-town experience surrounded by nature. The Town of Valdese website has been created to assist citizens, businesses and visitors with up-to-date information about the services the Town of Valdese provides. Browse our website to see what Valdese has to offer.
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Valdese Mailing Address:Â PO Box 339, Valdese, NC 28690
