Mecklenburg County public meetings in 2020
49 substantive meetings from 2020, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings regarding a transportation grant application and the closing of the Limehurst Place right-of-way. The meeting also includes updates on COVID-19 response and affordable housing.
- Public hearing for FY2022 FTA 5307 Urban Transportation Grant
- Public hearing to close the right-of-way for Limehurst Place
- Public hearing for Hearthstone Subdivision Preliminary Assessment Roll
- COVID-19 response and spend plan update
- Eastway Park Apartments affordable housing presentation
Board of Commissioners
The Mecklenburg County Board of Commissioners and Charlotte-Mecklenburg Board of Education scheduled a joint special meeting. The agenda focused on the statutory duties and powers of the respective boards and Chapter 13 funding for public schools.
- Review of statutory duties and powers of respective boards
- Discussion of Chapter 13 funding for public schools
Budget Public Policy
The Budget Public Policy meeting will review updates on North End homelessness encampments and food desert research. The board will also consider draft modifications to the Environmental Leadership Policy and Action Plan. Additionally, the 2021 BOCC meeting schedule is on the agenda.
- Update on North End homelessness encampment response
- Food desert research and UNCC food insecurity proposal
- Draft modifications to Environmental Leadership Policy & Action Plan
- Review of 2021 BOCC meeting schedule draft
BOCC - Special Meeting
This special meeting is for a swearing-in ceremony and the election of board leadership. The agenda includes administering oaths of office and electing a temporary chairperson, chairperson, and vice chairperson.
- Swearing-in ceremony
- Election of Temporary Chairperson
- Election of Chairperson
- Election of Vice Chairperson
Board of Commissioners
The Mecklenburg County Board of Commissioners is reviewing a $4.6 million request for CMS security upgrades and receiving a COVID-19 response update. The agenda also includes several consent items regarding budget amendments, grant applications, and landfill construction. Additionally, the board will review reports from the Information Services and Technology Advisory Committee.
- CMS carry forward request for security upgrades totaling $4.6 million
- COVID-19 response update
- Foxhole Landfill Phase 2 Cell 2 construction and asphalt pad paving
- US EPA LUESA Air Quality grant application
- Public hearing for FY2022 FTA 5307 Urban Area Transportation Grant
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will review updates regarding the COVID-19 response and public health. The agenda also includes engineer selection for stream restoration projects and budget amendments for the Department of Social Services. Additionally, the Board will consider street improvement assessments and land exchange proposals.
- COVID-19 response and public health updates
- Engineer selection for FY 2021 and 2022 stream restoration projects
- Public hearing setting for Hearthstone street improvements
- Budget amendment increase for Department of Social Services (DSS)
- Land exchange for Cullman Ave. flood mitigation
Budget Public Policy
The Mecklenburg County Board of Commissioners will review the 2020 Community Surveys. The meeting also includes a COVID-19 response update and commissioner reports.
- 2020 Mecklenburg County Community Surveys
- COVID-19 Response Update
- Commissioner Reports
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will receive a COVID-19 public health update and a presentation on the Economic Development Framework and Strategic Initiatives. The agenda also includes consent items for park renovations, lighting contracts, and budget amendments.
- Presentation on Economic Development Framework and Strategic Initiatives
- Construction contract for Independence Park Renovation
- Budget amendment for Health Department revenue increase
- Public hearing to close a portion of Limehurst Place right-of-way
- Duke Lighting Service Contracts for Renaissance Park and TC Elder Park
Budget Public Policy
The Board of Commissioners will receive an update on the first quarter FY2021 budget priorities. The agenda also includes a review of 2020 employee climate survey results and a COVID-19 response update.
- FY2021 First Quarter Board Budget Priorities Update
- 2020 Employee Climate Survey Results
- COVID-19 Response Update
- Commissioner Reports
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding street lighting final assessments for several residential areas. The agenda also includes reviews of budget amendments for the Department of Social Services and land acquisition for Irvins Creek Greenway. Additionally, the board will receive updates on COVID-19 response efforts.
- Public hearing for Street Lighting Final Assessment
- Budget amendment for FY21 revenue increase for Department of Social Services
- Land acquisition for Irvins Creek Greenway
- Grant application to NIST/DoC for the Sheriff's Office
- Grant application from North Carolina Alliance of YMCAs COVID-19 Grant
Budget Public Policy
The Board of Commissioners will review the Billingsley Mixed-Income Housing project. The agenda also includes updates regarding violence prevention and the COVID-19 response. Commissioner reports are scheduled for discussion.
- Billingsley Mixed-Income Housing
- Violence Prevention Update
- COVID-19 Response Update
- Commissioner Reports
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will review updates on COVID-19 response plans and the Naturally Occurring Affordable Housing (NOAH) Pilot Project resolution. The meeting includes a public hearing regarding the Socrates Academy Foundation and several budget amendments. The agenda also contains various grant applications and committee appointments.
- Resolution for the Naturally Occurring Affordable Housing (NOAH) Pilot Project
- Public hearing regarding Socrates Academy Foundation TEFRA resolution
- Budget amendments for the Department of Social Services and Health Department
- Grant applications for Ryan White Part A and SHIIP
- Intent to lease the Pence Road Site
Budget Public Policy
The Board of Commissioners will receive updates on the Elder Response Initiative Critical Home Repair Program and the Charlotte Works Workforce Development Partnership. The meeting also includes a COVID-19 response update and budget public engagement discussion.
- Elder Response Initiative - Critical Home Repair Program update
- Charlotte Works Workforce Development Partnership update
- Budget Public Engagement
- COVID-19 Response Update
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners is conducting a public hearing for the FY2021 Urban Area Transportation Grant. The agenda includes proposed amendments to the county sick leave policy and updates on COVID-19 response efforts. Several budget amendments and grant applications for senior centers are also scheduled for consideration.
- Public Hearing: FY2021 FTA 5037 Urban Area Transportation Grant Application
- Proposed amendments to the county sick leave policy
- Development and Lease Agreement for Pineville Library
- Budget amendments for Community Support Services revenue increases
- Grant applications for Eastway, North Meck, and Tyvola Senior Centers
Budget Public Policy
The Board of Commissioners will review a report on the health, social, and economic factors related to COVID-19. The meeting also includes a COVID-19 response update and commissioner reports.
- COVID-19 health, social, and economic factors report (20-6369)
- COVID-19 response update (20-6379)
- Commissioner reports (20-6380)
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding a business investment grant for Centene Management Company LLC. The meeting also includes updates on the NOAH Pilot Project, taxpayer assistance programs, and COVID-19 response efforts.
- Public Hearing: Business Investment Grant for Centene Management Company LLC
- Manager's Report: $15 hourly wage proposal for CMS non-certified staff
- Budget Amendment: Reduction of FY2021 budget items for the Republican National Convention
- Construction Contract: Security cameras for Park and Recreation facilities
- Capital Reserve Expenditure: Cadillac Golf Ranch Driving Range
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will hold a special remote meeting to review COVID-19 response updates and education plans for youth and families. The agenda also includes discussions regarding jail support and emergency assistance funds.
- COVID-19 response and public health updates
- COVID-19 education plan for youth and families from DSS
- Emergency Assistance and COVID-19 Response Fund update
- Jail support discussion
- Appointments to the Planning Commission and various boards
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will discuss an interlocal agreement with the City of Charlotte for Pearl Park redevelopment. The meeting also includes a COVID-19 response update and a public hearing regarding KIPP Charlotte, Inc.
- Interlocal Agreement with the City of Charlotte - Pearl Park Redevelopment
- Public Hearing: KIPP Charlotte, Inc TEFRA Resolution
- Construction Contract: Pearl Street Park Renovations
- Construction Contract: Historic Stewart Creek Stream Enhancement Project-Phase II
- Appointments for COVID-19 Recovery & Renewal Task Force Co-Chairs
Board of Commissioners
The Mecklenburg County Board of Commissioners is holding a special meeting. The agenda includes an update regarding the county's COVID-19 response.
- COVID-19 Response Update (20-6303)
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will review updates on the FY2020 budget priorities and the county's COVID-19 response. Public hearings are scheduled regarding closing portions of the right-of-way for Lahaina Lane, Ogden Lane, and Mallaranny Road. The agenda also includes appointments to a COVID-19 recovery task force.
- Public hearing for closing right-of-way on Lahaina Lane and Ogden Lane
- Public hearing for closing right-of-way on Mallaranny Road
- Update on COVID-19 response and CARES Act funds
- Revised Junk and Abandoned Vehicles Ordinance
- Sole source purchase of a mail screener for the Sheriff's Office
Budget Public Policy
The Board of Commissioners will receive updates on the COVID-19 response and the "Welcome Back Mecklenburg" overview. The meeting includes discussions regarding department strategic business plans and Habitat for Humanity critical home repairs. Additionally, several appointments to various county boards and agencies are scheduled.
- COVID-19 Response Update
- COVID-19 Recovery and Renewal Task Force nominations
- Habitat for Humanity - Critical Home Repair update
- Department Strategic Business Plan updates
- Appointments to the Mecklenburg EMS Agency and various boards
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings regarding closing portions of Lahaina Lane and Ogden Lane. The meeting includes updates on the Discovery Place Nature Museum project and the county's COVID-19 response. Several consent items, including contract awards and budget amendments, are also scheduled for consideration.
- Public hearing for closing right-of-way at Lahaina Lane and Ogden Lane
- Contract award for Grady Cole Center electrical and HVAC replacement
- Update on Discovery Place Nature Museum project
- COVID-19 response update and spend plan
- Amended fee schedule for the Health Department
Budget Public Policy
The Board of Commissioners will receive updates on the county's COVID-19 response and equity and inclusion efforts. The agenda also includes an update regarding juvenile detention and 'Raise the Age.' Commissioner reports are scheduled for discussion.
- Update on Raise the Age and Juvenile Detention
- Equity and Inclusion Update
- COVID-19 Response Update
- Commissioner Reports
Board of Commissioners
The Board is considering the adoption of the Fiscal Year 2020-2021 Budget Ordinance and reviewing a COVID-19 response update. The agenda includes discussions on redevelopment options for Spirit Square and the 7th & Tryon project. Several budget amendments and grant applications are also presented for consideration.
- Adoption of Fiscal Year 2020-2021 Budget Ordinance
- Memorandum of Understanding for the 7th & Tryon Redevelopment Project
- Interlocal Agreement for Ballantyne Redevelopment
- Public hearing set for closing the Mallaranny Road right-of-way
- FY2021 Mecklenburg County Solid Waste Fee Ordinance
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners is holding a remote workshop for budget straw votes. This session includes reviewing the FY2021 budget spreadsheet and related documents. The agenda also features a review of the 8th & Tryon proposal.
- FY2021 Budget Straw Vote Workshop
- 8th & Tryon Proposal
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners is holding a special remote meeting to conduct budget straw votes. This workshop focuses on the FY2021 budget process. The meeting is being held remotely due to the COVID-19 Stay at Home Order.
- FY2021 budget straw vote workshop
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners is reviewing a COVID-19 response update and the 7th & Tryon Redevelopment Project MOU. The agenda also includes public hearings for Neck Road right-of-way closure, surface water pollution control ordinance revisions, and TEFRA hearings for local schools.
- Public hearing to close a portion of right-of-way for Neck Road
- TEFRA hearings for Bradford Preparatory School and Pioneer Springs Community School
- Public hearing on Surface Water Pollution Control Ordinance Revision
- COVID-19 response update and CRF Spend Plan
- 7th & Tryon Redevelopment Project MOU update
BOCC - Special Meeting
The Board of County Commissioners will review the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools FY21 budget request. The meeting also includes a presentation regarding the Town of Cornelius Cain Center for the Arts. This special meeting is being conducted remotely due to COVID-19 stay at home orders.
- Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools FY21 Budget Request review
- Town of Cornelius Cain Center for the Arts presentation
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding the proposed FY2021 budget. Due to the COVID-19 Stay at Home Order, this meeting will be conducted remotely. The Clerk to the Board is accepting written comments on the proposal.
- Public hearing for the proposed FY2021 budget (item 20-6136)
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will hold a Budget/Public Policy Special Meeting. The agenda includes an overview of the County Manager's recommended budget for fiscal year 2020-2021. Additionally, the Board will consider several nominations and appointments to various advisory committees.
- County Manager's Recommended Budget FY 2020-2021 overview
- Nominations for various advisory boards including Library Board and Waste Management Advisory Board
- Closed session
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will receive an update on the COVID-19 response and review a special revenue fund for COVID-19 relief. The agenda also includes consideration of various grant applications and greenway easements.
- DOJ Coronavirus Emergency Supplemental Funding grant for the Sheriff's Office
- FEMA Hazard Mitigation Assistance grant application
- Greenway easements for Cross Charlotte Trail, 7th to 10th Street Connector
- CDBG Plan Update for 2020-2024 and FY20 Annual Plan
- Retail tenant lease for Government District Parking Deck
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will receive a presentation regarding the County Manager's recommended budget for fiscal year 2020-2021. Due to the COVID-19 Stay at Home Order, this meeting is being conducted remotely.
- Presentation of the County Manager's Recommended Budget for FY2020-2021
BOCC - Special Meeting
The April 28, 2020, special meeting agenda contains only procedural items. No specific topics or decisions are detailed in the provided text beyond a reference to an attachment.
Budget Public Policy
The Board of Commissioners will review FY2021 budget requests from Central Piedmont Community College and Mecklenburg County Court Officials. The agenda also includes a COVID-19 response update and commissioner reports. This meeting is being conducted remotely due to the COVID-19 Stay at Home Order.
- Central Piedmont Community College FY2021 Budget Request
- Mecklenburg County Court Officials FY2021 Budget Request
- COVID-19 Response Update
- Commissioner Reports
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will receive updates on the COVID-19 response, federal relief, and homelessness. The agenda also includes discussions on proposed FY2021 fee adjustments and several consent items regarding land donations and easements.
- Proposed FY2021 fee adjustments
- COVID-19, federal relief, and homelessness updates
- Proclamation honoring UNC-Charlotte mass shooting victims
- Land and easement donations for Stewart Creek and Paw Creek projects
- Grant application for Criminal Justice Housing & Client Engagement COVID-19 Response Plan
Budget Public Policy
The Board of Commissioners is holding a workshop to discuss the county's COVID-19 response and 2020 Census update. The agenda also includes presentations regarding proposed fee adjustments for fiscal year 2021.
- COVID-19 response update
- 2020 Census update
- FY2021 proposed fee adjustments
- Commissioner reports
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will receive updates on the COVID-19 response and the Small Business Emergency Stabilization Loan Fund. The agenda also includes several consent items regarding budget amendments, grant applications, and public hearings.
- COVID-19 Small Business Emergency Stabilization Loan Fund resolution
- Public hearing for closing a portion of Neck Road right-of-way
- Budget amendment for DSS Child Care programs
- Grant application for the NCDOT Bicycle Helmet Initiative
- Public hearing for Surface Water Pollution Control Ordinance Revision
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will discuss COVID-19 updates regarding emergency leave, IT acceleration, and tax payments. The meeting also includes public hearings for business investment grants and reviews of facility security upgrades.
- COVID-19 State of Emergency policy changes for emergency leave, IT, and tax payments
- Business Investment Program Grant public hearings for Saertex multiCom LP and Stratifyd Inc.
- Security upgrades for Mecklenburg County facilities
- Construction contract for the Long Creek Greenway project
- Budget amendments for Parks and Recreation summer camps and Solid Waste
Board of Commissioners
The Mecklenburg County Board of Commissioners is holding a joint meeting with the Gaston County Board of Commissioners. The provided agenda does not list specific topics for discussion or decisions.
- Joint meeting (20-6029) between Mecklenburg and Gaston County Boards of Commissioners
Budget Public Policy
The Mecklenburg County Board of Commissioners will hold a Budget Public Policy meeting. The agenda includes a presentation by Cardinal Innovations Healthcare.
- Cardinal Innovations Healthcare presentation (20-6025)
Board of Commissioners
The Mecklenburg County Board of Commissioners will review a coronavirus update and a budget amendment for the 2020 Census donation. The agenda also includes a public hearing regarding closing portions of right-of-way at Lahaina Lane and Ogden Lane. Additionally, the board will consider grant funding for greenways and various committee appointments.
- Public hearing for closing part of right-of‑way at Lahaina Lane and Ogden Lane
- Budget amendment for a donation to the 2020 Census
- NCDOT grant funding for McDowell Creek Greenway and Stewart Creek Greenway
- Duke Energy lighting service contract for Albemarle Road Recreation Center
- Appointments to several advisory boards, including Air Quality and Women's Advisory Board
Budget Public Policy
The meeting includes an update regarding the Read Charlotte initiative. No other substantive items or decisions are listed on this agenda beyond procedural motions.
- Read Charlotte Update (Item 20-5994)
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding the closure of parts of the right-of-way for Lahaina Lane and Ogden Lane. The agenda also includes consideration of several grant applications and various board appointments.
- Public hearing for closing a portion of right-of-way for Lahaina Lane and Ogden Lane
- Construction contract for Toby and Mallard Creek Stream Rehabilitation and Water Quality Improvement Project
- Grant application for Housing Opportunities for People with AIDS (HOPWA)
- Duke Energy lighting service contract for Martin Luther King Jr. Park
- Revisions to the Mecklenburg County Air Pollution Control Ordinance (MCAPCO)
Budget Public Policy
The Mecklenburg County Board of Commissioners is meeting to review items regarding the Arts & Science Council and the 2030 CATS Transit System Plan. The agenda includes a presentation deck for the Arts & Science Council and a handout for the transit plan.
- Arts & Science Council presentation (Item 20-5968)
- 2030 CATS Transit System Plan review (Item 20-5969)
Board of Commissioners
The Mecklenburg County Board of Commissioners will discuss the Billingsley Mixed-Income Housing report. The meeting also includes consideration of budget amendments for Parks and Recreation and a grant application to the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services.
- Appointment of David Tirey to the Town of Mint Hill Board of Adjustment
- Manager's report on Billingsley Mixed-Income Housing
- Budget amendment for Senior Health Insurance Information Program revenue increase
- Budget amendment for Nancy Lieberman Charity Donation revenue increase
- Grant application to NC Department of Health and Human Services for Healthy Opportunities
BOCC - Special Meeting
This special meeting is a joint session between the Mecklenburg County Board of Commissioners and the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Board of Education. The provided agenda contains only procedural information and does not list specific discussion topics or decisions.
Board of Commissioners
The Mecklenburg County Board of Commissioners will consider budget amendments for DSS and Storm Water Management. The agenda includes grant applications for Parks and Recreation and the Sheriff's Office. Additionally, the board will recognize the 2019 Zebulon B. Vance High School football champions.
- Budget amendment for DSS revenue increase
- Land acquisition for Irvins Creek Greenway via tax foreclosure
- WBTV Grant application for Urban Outdoor Connections Camp
- Governor's Crime Commission grant application for the Sheriff's Office
- Recognition of 2019 Zebulon B. Vance High School football champions
Budget Public Policy
The Board of Commissioners is reviewing funding options and potential tax rates for the Volunteer Fire Department (VFD). The discussion includes reviewing budget funding options for fiscal year 2021.
- Volunteer Fire Department (VFD) funding options and potential tax rates
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will conduct a public hearing regarding the FY2020-2021 budget. The agenda also includes appointments to several advisory committees and reviews of various grant applications and donations.
- Public hearing for the FY2020-2021 budget
- Appointments to Air Quality, Historic Landmarks, and Park and Recreation Commissions
- Architect/engineer selection for Mecklenburg County Detention Centers Modernization Project
- Proposed closing of rights-of-way for Lahaina Lane and Ogden Lane
- Health Department amended fee schedule