Bessemer City North Carolina
Bessemer City

Bessemer City Government

Bessemer City’s community values are reflected in our vision for the city’s future. Our values and vision form the basis of our goals.

May 13 Council Meeting Agenda

May 13th, 2013

Bessemer City Council Agenda, City Council Chambers. May 13, 2013 – 7:00 PM.

Call to Order, Prayer, Pledge of Allegiance

Adjustment & Approval of May Agenda:  Items will only be added or removed upon approval of the Mayor and City Council.

Special Presentations A)    Presentation to former Recreation Specialist, Carlos Jackson. B)    Student Appreciation:  Students from Bessemer City High School, Bessemer City Middle School, Bessemer City Primary and Bessemer City Central will be recognized by their principals and the City Council.  Students are chosen based on their attention to detail, quality of work and character.  Principals from each school will introduce their students and present them with a certificate.

Opportunity for Public Comment:  This is an opportunity for members of the public to express items of interest to the Mayor and City Council. 

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City Officials

City Manager: James Inman
Assistant City Manager: Kevin Krouse
City Clerk:
Melaney Brakefield
Attorney at Law: David Smith
Code Enforcement: Jeff Kirchner

City Officials

Elected Officials

Mayor: Becky Smith
Ward 1: Dan Boling
Ward 2: Kay McCathen
Ward 3: Joe Will
Ward 4: Howard Jones
Ward 5: Alfred Carpenter
Ward 6: Donnie Griffin

Elected Officials

Planning & Zoning

The Bessemer City Planning and Zoning Department is committed to excellent public service and enhancing the quality of life in the community by guiding its orderly growth and development while preserving its cultural heritage and natural resources.

Planning and Zoning Department

Planning Board

  • Ellen Bullard
  • Ronald Burleson
  • Michael Flanigan
  • Jean Floyd
  • Danny Garrett
  • Bonnie Gehring
  • Charlene Hill
  • Mack Jenkins

Bessemer