Beginning the week of Feb. 25th, Mecklenburg County will no longer accept new applications for small commercial projects, new trade permits (commercial or residential), or equipment changeouts or trade internet permits (TIPS) (commercial or residential) through POSSE Outrider, also known as the contractor dashboard. Customers should submit applications for these project types using Accela. More information on our Accela page.

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Reedy Creek Greenway Construction Progresses With Tree, Brush Clearing

Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation has started clearing trees and brush to prepare for the construction of a new greenway through Reedy Creek Park and along Reedy Creek Nature Preserve.
Extreme Weather: Update on Charlotte-Mecklenburg Homeless Shelters and Assistance

In response to extreme weather, forecasted through Sunday, Jan. 21, 2024, an activation of extreme weather protocols will begin today at 6 p.m., and includes expanded hours of operation and additional capacity at area homeless shelters.
Building a Budget: Survey Open for Residents to Indicate Priorities: Your Money. Your Community. Your Voice.

We want to hear what residents think. Mecklenburg County’s resident survey for the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 budget is now open at Budget.MeckNC.gov.
Hiring Now: Get Ready for a Construction, Maintenance or Manufacturing Career

Mecklenburg County is helping residents climb the career ladder in the construction, maintenance and facility management, and advanced manufacturing industries.
107 Years of Caring: Mecklenburg County Honors Teacher for Her Dedication to Students

Mecklenburg County is honoring a long-time pillar of the Charlotte-Mecklenburg educational community in recognition of her 107th birthday. At this week’s regular meeting, the Board of County Commissioners proclaimed Jan. 17 as “Julia Ann McKnight Teamer Day.”
BDC Quarterly Bulletin - January 16, 2024

The latest BDC updates in the quarterly bulletin.
BDC Quarterly Bulletin - April 16, 2024

The latest BDC updates in the quarterly bulletin.
Health Leaders Caution Community to Be Vigilant During Peak Respiratory Virus Season

Health leaders caution residents that respiratory illnesses including COVID and influenza are circulating at high levels in our community, resulting in spikes in emergency room visits and hospitalizations.
Mecklenburg County GIS Time Machine: Going Forward by Seeing Where We’ve Been

Mecklenburg County Geospatial Information Services (GIS) is starting off t2024 by reflecting on our growth and tree canopy.
Honoring of Martin Luther King Jr.: Acts of Service That Add Up

Three decades ago this year, Congress passed the King Holiday and Service Act, designating the Martin Luther King Jr. Federal Holiday as a National Day of Service.