Sims Volunteer Fire Department has scheduled a control burn for training purposes on Saturday, April 26, 2025. The small building at 6249 Main St was due to be removed as part of the new Community Center expansion. The SVFD offered to help the Town and allow for vital training while doing so. The Sims Community Park will be closed to the public as a safety measure the day of the burn. Please proceed with caution. The Town of Sims would like to thank you for your cooperation.
TOWN OF SIMS SPRING FLING
The Town of Sims is delighted to announce the Sims Volunteer Fire Department will be selling BBQ chicken plates for $12 at the Spring Fling.
There will be no presale for plates. Dessert will be available as well.
The SVFD is the first line of defense in an emergency for the Town of Sims. Please come out and show support.
The Spring Fling event will be host to local food trucks, Brandy’s Italian and Woodfired Pizza and BBQ, from 11am-2pm. Come visit the Easter Bunny and have your picture taken. The local churches are sponsoring the egg hunts for all age groups and one hunt for children with special needs and sensory sensitivities. There will be games, prizes, face painting, D’licious Icys, a live DJ – Louie Bowen, and much more.
TOWN OF SIMS UTILITY BILL IS GETTING A NEW LOOK
Residents and customers of the Town of Sims should be receiving their monthly utility bill for February usage by mail this week. The format has changed from a loose postcard to a sealed envelope with paper bill inside.
This new billing method will provide more privacy for account information and should reduce the amount of lost or misdelivered bills.
Please detach the bottom portion along the perforated edge and return to Town Hall with your payment. If you do not receive your utility bill in a timely manner, please contact Town Administration to check the status of your account. Mon-Thurs 9am – 5pm, Fri 9am – 6pm, closed for lunch 1-2pm (252) 237-4226
For more information on how to pay your bill please follow the link How to Pay — Town Of Sims
NCDOT 2025 SPRING LITTER SWEEP
The 2025 Spring Litter Sweep is taking place April 12-26.
Traditionally scheduled for the last two weeks of April and September, Litter Sweep is the N.C. Department of Transportation’s biannual statewide roadside litter removal initiative. Residents throughout the state participate in local efforts to help clean up North Carolina’s roadways.
In addition to volunteers, NCDOT maintenance crews devote one week of their time to pick up litter and collect orange bags placed on the roadsides by volunteer pickups.
Volunteers are provided cleanup supplies, such as reversible orange/blue trash bags, gloves and orange safety vests, from their local NCDOT County Maintenance Yard office.
If you or your team needs supplies, or if you have any questions, contact your local NCDOT litter program coordinator below.
Ready to Get Involved?
If you or your team needs supplies, or if you have any questions, contact your local NCDOT litter program coordinator.
N.E.W. Regional Hazard Mitigation Plan
Nash, Edgecombe, and Wilson Counties and incorporated communities are updating the N.E.W Regional Hazard Mitigation Plan. This plan update is required for all communities to maintain eligibility for pre-and post-disaster mitigation funding from FEMA. This effort will also help the counties and communities to identify hazard risks, understand vulnerability, and develop ways to proactively mitigate risk. Public input is vital to understanding local risks and mitigation opportunities.
Town of Sims has several representatives on this planning committee, including the Mayor/Town Administrator and Zoning Administrator. However, it is crucial that local business owners and residents give their input. Wilson Co is our first point of contact in a disaster situation.
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THE TOWN OF SIMS WELCOMES NEW FINANCE OFFICER
The Town of Sims is incredibly pleased to announce Nichole Weeks has been chosen to serve as the new Town Finance Officer. She will have in-office hours to help manage the rising workload as Sims continues to rapidly grow.
Nichole grew up in Lucama and has been a long-time resident of Sims. She is married and is a mother to two lovely daughters.
Nichole is bringing her experience in finance, planning, and organization to the role. She will be a valuable asset for the town. Nichole is a former Town Commissioner and served on the Planning Board and Board of Adjustment, as well as the Land Use Committee.
Please stop by to say hello and help welcome Nichole.
Snow in Sims!
We hope you are enjoying the snow! Due to the weather and potentially hazardous road conditions, Town Hall is Closed today, Wednesday, January 22. All meetings scheduled for today have been cancelled and will be rescheduled at a later time.
Trash pick-up will remain on schedule for tomorrow, so please put your bins by the road tonight, as usual.
Stay warm and safe! If you must travel, please drive slowly and be careful.
Make a Difference in your community today!
The Town of Sims is offering several enjoyable volunteer experiences. Do you need community service hours? Are you a scout? Do you want to beautify and enhance your community? Sims now has several different committees and events for which volunteers will be greatly appreciated. If you interested, please fill out the volunteer form and return it to Town Hall via email, the front or rear drop box, or stop in during normal business hours.
Holiday Trash Schedule
Trash will be picked up on Thursday, December 26th and Thursday, January 2nd.
Please put the cans out on Wednesday night.
Town Hall will be closed on Tuesday December 24th and Wednesday, December 25th, and Wednesday, January 1st.
Happy Holidays!
BOIL WATER ADVISORY HAS BEEN LIFTED AS OF 12/19/24 4:21 PM
There is no need to continue boiling water for cooking and drinking. We apologize for the inconvenience and thank you for your patience. Happy Holidays!