TOWN HALL HOLIDAY HOURS
TOWN HALL WILL BE CLOSED
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 31ST AT 1PM AND
ALL DAY THURSDAY, JANUARY 1ST
TOWN OF SIMS HOLIDAY CLOSINGS
Sims Town Hall will be closed Wednesday, December 24th, Thursday, December 25th, and Thursday, January 1st. Trash pickup will run as scheduled on Thursday, December 25th, Christmas Day. If you are in need of assistance during this time, please visit our website and Facebook page for up-to-date information. We would like to wish everyone a safe and Happy Holiday Season!
Fire Hydrant Testing Notice
Given the Wilson County/Town of Sims water contract, we would like to pass the following information on to our customers.
Beginning Monday 12/15 through Friday 12/20, Rock Ridge Volunteer Fire Department will be conducting hydrant testing in Wilson County’s Southwest Water District.
Fire hydrant testing may cause temporary inconveniences such as an expected reduction in water pressure and aesthetic issues such as discoloration of the drinking water. Discolored water poses no threat to the public’s health, but can stain laundry and if consumed, may have an unpleasant taste. Residents should be certain that all discolored water is out of their home’s plumbing and hot water heater prior to washing clothes or consuming water. If you notice discolored water coming from your fixtures, please flush the cold water side for approximately 15 minutes.
If you experience continued loss of pressure or water discoloration for longer than 12 hours, please contact our emergency number at 252-265-8017 and leave your address and contact information.
We appreciate your cooperation and apologize in advance for any inconvenience. Thank you for being a Wilson County Water Services Customer.
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TRASH PICKUP FOR THANKSGIVING HOLIDAY
Trash pickup is scheduled to run on its usual day, Thursday, Nov 27th, Thanksgiving Day. Don’t forget to put it out Wednesday, the night before, as we do not know what time they will be in town. If you have any questions, please contact Town Hall during normal business hours.
Changes to Town of Sims Cash Payment Policy
The Town of Sims will only be accepting exact change as of January 1, 2026.
The United States Mint has stopped producing new pennies, and many of the pennies in circulation are not returning through banks. As fewer coins circulate, banks are increasingly unable to meet penny requests in change orders. Many local governments throughout the state of North Carolina have already begun to experience challenges in collecting cash payments.
You can still pay all utility bills and permitting fees using cash. However, if you do not have exact change, you may apply any change due back – to your account balance. As always, you can pay with check, money order, pay with card in-person or online at Online Bill Pay — Town Of Sims. A $3.00 convenience fee will apply.
2025 Municipal Election Results
Following a closely contested election, Sims voters have re‑elected the incumbent Town of Sims Board of Commissioners. Congratulations to:
Eddie Henderson
Heather Burke
Kaleb Woodard
Thank you to every candidate and to all residents who cast a ballot—your participation keeps Sims strong.
The outcome reflected in the unofficial totals is expected to be affirmed during canvass and then certified by the Wilson County Board of Elections in the days ahead.
The swearing‑in for all re‑elected commissioners is scheduled for the December Board of Commissioners meeting.
Disclaimer: Results remain unofficial until certification by election officials.
Tras unas elecciones muy disputadas, los votantes de Sims han re‑elegido a la actual Junta de Comisionados de la ciudad de Sims. Felicitaciones a:
Eddie Henderson
Heather Burke
Kaleb Woodard
Gracias a todos los candidatos y a todos los residentes que emitieron su voto—su participación mantiene a Sims fuerte.
Se espera que el resultado reflejado en los totales no oficiales sea confirmado durante el sondeo y luego certificado por la Junta Electoral del Condado de Wilson en los próximos días.
La juramentación de todos los comisionados reelegidos está programada para la reunión de la Junta de Comisionados de diciembre.
Descargo de responsabilidad: Los resultados permanecen no oficiales hasta la certificación por parte de los funcionarios electorales.
Changes to Town of Sims Solicitation Ordinance
Current State Legislation deems it unconstitutional for a municipality to enforce a blanketed no-solicitation policy. Please see ( G.S. Chapter 160A, Article 8 (160A-174 et seq. and (G.S. 160A-178).
Therefore, the Town of Sims Board of Commissioners voted at the last meeting, Monday, October 13, 2025, to make changes to the Town of Sims Solicitation Ordinance effective immediately.
Changes to the Sims Town Ordinance include the following:
Section 62.02 Permit required-It is unlawful for any person, firm or corporation to sell, offer for sale, or solicit orders for goods, wares, merchandise, food, periodicals or services by going from door-to-door (“peddle” or “solicit”) within the town without having first secured a peddler/solicitor’s permit from the town as provided for in this section, unless it is done with the prior request or invitation of the residents or occupants of the premises visited. Each individual engaged in solicitation must be in possession of a permit, even those employed by the same company. Additionally, it is unlawful to peddle or solicit unless the following requirements are met:
1) Such peddling/soliciting shall be permitted only between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 7:00p.m., Mondays through Saturdays. Peddling/solicitating shall not be permitted on Sundays or Holidays.
2) The peddler/solicitor permit issued for that person shall be carried and displayed at all times while conducting such solicitations in such a manner as to be clearly visible to a reasonable person of adequate vision.
3) All other permits or licenses required by law shall have been obtained.
Should you be visited by a peddler/solicitor, you are authorized to ask for their Town of Sims permit to be displayed. If they cannot present one, please direct them to Town Hall to obtain one. If you ask such peddler/solicitor to leave your home and they ignore the request or put up resistance, please call the Wilson County Sheriff’s Office Emergency Line.
While peddling/soliciting town wide is not prohibited within the parameters of the Town Ordinance, it is unlawful for such to approach a home with intent to solicit when the property is clearly marked with a No Soliciting Sign. Incidents of this manner may be reported to the Wilson County Sheriff’s Office Emergency Line.
The Town of Sims would like to provide citizens with a No Soliciting sticker to place in a high visibility location at their homes or place of business. Please look out for this sticker with your next billing statement. If you do not receive your billing statement with the enclosed sticker, you may visit Town Hall during normal business hours to request another.
To see full ordinance click here.
HELP END HUNGER IN OUR COMMUNITY
Please join us for the 5th Annual Community Park Celebration Event, Saturday, October 11th, from 10am-4pm. Admission is free, however we ask that if you are able, please bring a non-perishable food item for donation to the Family Food Basket. Your generosity will help those in need within our community.
Please visit the Town of Sims Welcome Table where there will be a designated collection station upon arrival. Every donation counts in making a difference. Thank you for your support!
TOWN OF SIMS PRESENTS MOVIES IN THE PARK
Movies in the Park – Sat 8/23 at 8pm, 6215 Broad St.
Rain or Shine, the show must go on! In the event of rain at Saturday’s Movie in the Park, the movie will be moved inside the New Community Center Building located at 6249 Main St. You will still need to bring chairs or blankets, but you will be on concrete instead of grass. Free popcorn and snow cones for everyone!
Join us at 8pm for Pixar’s Inside Out 2, see you all there.
Parking will be in the following locations:
*Town Hall lot 6501 US Hwy 264Alt W
*Community Center Building at 6402 US Hwy 264Alt W
*Broad St across from the water tower, there is a small area. Turn on Broad from US Hwy 264Alt W, Broad St will be closed on the Green Pond side down to the water tower
*Handicapped – Lot in front of the new Community Building, 6249 Main St/Green Pond