Local Government Affairs

REBIC – Mecklenburg County Annual Retreat 2026 Summary The FY2026-2027 annual budget retreat took place Jan. 28 and 30, 2026 at the CPCC Harris Conference Center. See the Agenda and Presentations Here. If you have a chance, please have a look at some of the video from the two-day event: FY27 BOCC Annual Retreat – Day…

REBIC – Early Voting Starts Thursday 2/12. You Can Still Register to Vote up until 2/28/2026! Please, share these resources and links for those who need to know where to register, where to vote, and what the candidates stand for. (Plus, some exceptional links in the MyTake below!) Zoning, school boards, law enforcement, taxation, small business…

REBIC – Meck County Master Plan Update: Park and Recreation to Host Workshops, Survey for Future Investments From REBIC – February 3, 2026 Mecklenburg County is inviting community members to help shape the future of local parks and recreation. The Park and Recreation department is updating Meck Playbook, a 10-year master plan adopted in 2021. The plan sets…

REBIC – Mecklenburg County Code Enforcement Reports on Enhancements, Seeks Feedback From REBIC – February 3, 2026 (Content taken from Mecklenburg County email communication.) One year ago, after years of preparation and advanced work, AccelaMeck became our preferred customer portal. As we began 2026, the vast majority of our projects were being managed in the new platform.…

REBIC- Clerk’s Office Seeks Applicants for 2027 Meck County Citizens Revaluation Advisory Committee From REBIC – January 27, 2026 The 2027 Citizens Revaluation Advisory Committee is charged with reviewing general operations, monitoring developments, and analyzing statistical reports pertaining to the 2027 Revaluation’s progress. Committee members will work closely with the County Assessor’s Office. The Committee will convene…

REBIC – HBAGC 2026 Market Forecast Presentation From REBIC – January 20, 2026 At the recent Home Builders Association of Greater Charlotte (HBAGC) 2026 Member Luncheon, speaker Danushka Nanayakkara-Skullington, AVP of Forecasting & Analysis from NAHB, provided a full spectrum forecast covering micro to macro issues. With detailed slides and narrative insight, she showcased areas…

REBIC – Union County Commissioners Propose Additional Regulatory Controls on Subdivisions From REBIC – January 20, 2026 Copied from an editorial published by the Citizen Portal, we quote, “Commissioners voiced particular concern about farmland loss and the cumulative effect of many small divisions. One commissioner said the agricultural advisory board considers eight lots “a little… high,” and…

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…