Finance Department
The Finance Department is responsible for administering the Town’s financial operations in accordance with all applicable local, state, and federal regulations. Responsibilities within this department include accounting, accounts payable, purchasing, cash management and investment, utility billing and collection, real and personal property tax billing and collection, debt management, financial reporting and assisting the Town Manager/Budget Officer with preparation and oversight of the yearly budget.
Finance Staff
located at the Town Office at 30 Park Square (828.396.3131)
Finance Director - Ashley Presnell
Deputy Finance Director - Kim Eckard
Tax Collector/Payroll Technician - Katie Parlier
Accounts Payable Clerk / Customer Service - Paula Kirby
Senior Utility Billing / Customer Service - Shawnasi Holland
Senior Utility Billing / Customer Service - Cara Setzer
To reach the town office staff via email, you may send your inquiries to utilities@granitefallsnc.com.
Remember to include your name, address and phone number in order for us to better assist you.
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On Monday, September 9th, the Granite Falls Fire Department will be conducting a live burn training exercise at a house located at 19 Pine Street.
Traffic closures will be in effect on Pine Street from just past Cascade Lane to Falls Avenue on the side where the Baird House Transportation Museum is located, from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. No other traffic interruptions are expected.
The structure will be burned to its foundation, but smoldering embers will be visible inside the foundation after the training exercise is completed.
Residents in this area that have breathing difficulties should keep their windows closed and their HVAC systems off during this time frame. Town residents should not be alarmed to see a column of smoke from this area during this time.
If you have any questions or concerns, please call the Granite Falls Fire Department at 396-2379.
Traffic closures will be in effect on Pine Street from just past Cascade Lane to Falls Avenue on the side where the Baird House Transportation Museum is located, from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. No other traffic interruptions are expected.
The structure will be burned to its foundation, but smoldering embers will be visible inside the foundation after the training exercise is completed.
Residents in this area that have breathing difficulties should keep their windows closed and their HVAC systems off during this time frame. Town residents should not be alarmed to see a column of smoke from this area during this time.
If you have any questions or concerns, please call the Granite Falls Fire Department at 396-2379.