Welcome to Stanly County, NC!
Home to its county seat, the city of Albemarle
"A Place to Visit, A Place to Live, A Place to Love!"
Stanly County is located in the Piedmont region of the state. The bordering counties are: Cabarrus, Rowan, Montgomery, Anson, Davidson & Union. Stanly County was founded in 1841 and is named for John Stanly.
Want to get involved in Stanly County Government?
Come to the next Board of Commissioners Meeting! The Board’s major responsibilities include adopting the annual County budget, setting the County property tax rate, and assessing and establishing priorities on the many community needs, especially those related to health, education, welfare, mental health and the environment. The Stanly County Board of Commissioners is composed of seven members elected at large for a period of four year staggered terms. The current chairperson is Jann Lowder, pictured right below. The current County Manager is Andy Lucas, pictured left below. The Stanly County seal is pictured in the middle.
Andy Lucas
Stanly County Manager
Stanly County Seal
Jann Lowder
Chairperson of the Stanly County Board of Commisssioners
What is there to do in Stanly County?
Family Fun that will take your breath away!
Morrow Mountain State Park offers swimming, hiking, picnicking, and family fun. Relax on Beautiful Lake Tillery and watch the sunset. Reel in a world-class catfish on High Rock Lake. Enjoy the day exploring our local wineries and stables in the area! No matter what your interests and hobbies are-Stanly County has you covered.
Want to learn about the city of Albemarle, Stanly County's seat of government?
Albemarle is governed by a council-manager-mayor plan.
Albemarle was founded as the county seat of Stanly County in 1871. The City of Albemarle is served by Mayor Elbert L. Whitley and seven council members. Council meetings are held the first and third Mondays of each month at 7:00 p.m. in the City Annex Building at 157 North Second Street in downtown Albemarle. These members serve 4-year terms. The council hired City Manager Raymond Allen in 1986, who continues to serve in that capacity.
The City Council of Albemarle with the Mayor
Pictured are all 7 members of the city council and the mayor.
The County Seat of Stanly County!
Mayor Ronnie Michael
Mayor Michael was elected in 2013.
Come visit us in Albemarle...the little city with lots to do!
Parks with wide open spaces!
Beautiful downtown shopping!
Great family restaurants!
Pictured here is the iconic Whispering Pines BBQ
Hope to See you Soon!
Website: www.ci.albemarle.nc.us
Location: Albemarle, NC, United States
Phone: (704) 984-9405