Posts by Tanner W

Metropolitan Public Transportation Authority What is the MPTA? The newly established Metropolitan Public Transportation Authority (MPTA) is charged with expanding and modernizing the region’s transit infrastructure, improving connectivity, and increasing mobility options for residents and visitors across Mecklenburg County. The MPTA will be responsible for implementing the approved 2055 Transit System Plan, including bus, rail,…

REBIC – Your Primary Candidates Revealed. March Voting will Matter From REBIC – January 13, 2026 Don’t get comfortable. The days are whizzing by and now that all primary candidates have filed for office, it’s time to dig in and learn. Here is a list of competitive primary races in our area for you to…

REBIC – Charlotte Development Center Leader Details Process to Ease Pain Points From REBIC – January 13, 2026 January’s first LDC Luncheon (HBAGC’s Land Development Council) was packed with industry members all clamoring to watch and listen to an informative and valuable session given by Shannon Frye, Director of Charlotte Development Services. Her comprehensive overview helped clarify…

REBIC – Charlotte City Council Revamps Committees From REBIC – January 6, 2026 There are several items to report on today. The Charlotte City Council Committees met yesterday for the first time in 2026 and there have been a few changes worth noting. Along with the addition of several new council members, the Safety Committee…

REBIC – An Invitation to Attend Charlotte UDO Text Amendment Information Sessions From REBIC Join the City of Charlotte UDO Community update session on January 6 at noon or January 8 at 6:00 pm for a proposed maintenance text amendment to the Unified Development Ordinance (UDO). Text Amendment #2025-118 revises the UDO to improve clarity, graphics, and standards related…