Civil Municipal Magazine - Dec 2023

90 CIVIL AND MUNICIPAL VOLUME 4, ISSUE 12 he warm and welcoming charm of Ayden, North Carolina, embodies the essence of a classic American village. With a historic downtown bustling with thriving businesses, the century old community offers a genuine sense of nostalgia. In Ayden, neighbors are friends, and the town is dedicated to providing a clean, beautiful and safe home for all. Mayor, Steve Tripp, elaborates on what makes Ayden such a special place. He shares, “It is a community that is enriched with family traditions and values. Ayden is a town that has some historical buildings, but also a town that has integrated with progress and growth.” He describes businesses that have been a part of the community for over 100 years thriving alongside up and coming establishments. T AYDEN, NORTH CAROLINA A VIBRANT COMMUNITY  WITH HOMETOWN CHARM