Also, this past June Corporal Dietz was officially named the North Carolina Officer of the Year for 2022 by the NC Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) organization. Corporal Dietz was recognized for that award at the meeting with a plaque commemorating the honor. Locust Mayor Steve Huber who retired as a lieutenant after a 34-year career with the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department said Corporal Dietz is in the “Top 3 of the finest officers I have ever known”.
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Steve retired as a lieutenant after a 34-year career with the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department.

Mayor's Office - City of Locust, NC

Steve Huber retired as a lieutenant after a 34-year career with the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department.

In the city of Locust, Mayor Steve Huber has filed for re-election. Seven candidates are running for Locust City Council: Joseph Abbatiello, Larry Baucom, Jeff Claiborne, Rusty Efird, Mike Haigler, Mario Miller, and Denise Nathan.

Local filing period for municipal office concludes – Stanly News Journal

2026 North Carolina General Election

As of September 2, 2026, Steve Huber did not have a website or any information online.

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On Friday, March 27, 2020 N.C. Governor Roy Cooper signed Executive Order #121 entitled: “Stay at Home Order and Strategic Directions for North Carolina In Response To Increased COVID-19 Cases”
In consultation with Cabarrus and Stanly County officials, and based upon guidance from the Center for Disease Control (CDC) and the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS), Mayor Steve Huber declared a State of Emergency within the jurisdiction of the City of Locust effective 5:00 PM on Monday, March 30, 2020.
The City of Locust’s top priority is and always will be the safety and security of the community. City officials are closely working with Cabarrus and Stanly County officials to monitor the situation. While there have been some changes to City services, all necessary arrangements are being made to ensure that all City essential services are provided during this evolving situation.

City of Locust – News & Events – Page 5

As mayor, Steve declared a local state of emergency in March 2020 in response to increased COVID-19 cases.

- As mayor, Steve declared a local state of emergency in March 2020 in response to increased COVID-19 cases.

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- The mayor leads the executive branch of local government, presiding over city council meetings, making sure city departments run smoothly, and providing services to citizens. 
- The mayor attends and runs City Council meetings, serving as an important leader for how local laws get set. These laws affect local services, such as Police, City Planning, Parks & Recreation, and Transportation.  
- The Mayor in some circumstances may vote to break a tie in council meetings. They do not have veto power.