Special to IFNA new ordinance regulating regulating the activities of solicitors, peddlers, and panhandlers takes effect in the City of Statesville on October 1. The Statesville City Council unanimously approved the second reading of the ordinance on August 4. Soliciting on private property with “No Soliciting” or “No Trespassing” signs is also prohibited. “These updates give the Statesville Police Department the tools to verify who is soliciting, respond quickly to complaints, and ensure both residents and legitimate businesses are protected,” said Statesville Police Chief David Onley. Residents or businesses planning to solicit or peddle in Statesville after October 1 should contact the Statesville Police Department for permit instructions.