Mecklenburg County public meetings in 2025

Board of Commissioners

The Board will hold a public hearing on a business location and expansion incentive for SoFi Technologies. It will also receive a staff briefing on the 'A Home for All' affordable housing initiative and consider appointments to several boards. Consent items include authorizing participation in the C-PACE program for commercial property energy upgrades, a budget amendment for the Health Department, and approval of tax refunds and settlement.

• Public hearing for SoFi Technologies business location and expansion incentive
• Staff briefing update on 'A Home for All' affordable housing plan
• Resolution to participate in Commercial Property Assessed Capital Expenditure (C-PACE) program
• Budget amendment for Health Department (revenue increase/decrease)
• Architect selection for CMGC 3rd Floor Renovations

Budget Public Policy

The Budget Public Policy body is meeting to discuss the implementation of the Mecklenburg County Behavioral Health Strategic Plan and the 2025 Mecklenburg County Community Survey. The meeting also includes the presentation of Commissioner Reports.

• Mecklenburg County Behavioral Health Strategic Plan Implementation
• 2025 Mecklenburg County Community Survey
• Commissioner Reports

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will elect a new Chair and Vice Chair, hold a public hearing on a business location and expansion agreement with Scout Motors, Inc., and consider appointments to the Park and Recreation Commission and the P.A.V.E. Act MPTA. Consent items include a lease amendment with the City of Charlotte, grant applications, and an ABC Board CEO salary approval.

• Election of BOCC Chair and Vice Chair (policy selection)
• Public hearing on Scout Motors business location and expansion (BIP county resolution)
• Appointments to Park and Recreation Commission
• Consent item: Lease amendment with City of Charlotte (25-0612)
• Consent item: ABC Board CEO salary approval (25-0665)

Budget Public Policy

The Budget Public Policy Committee will receive a presentation on HB307 (Iryna's Law) and its anticipated impact on Mecklenburg County, and hear commissioner reports. No votes are scheduled; the meeting is a discussion and information-gathering session.

• 25-0667 HB307 Iryna's Law: presentation on anticipated impact on Mecklenburg County
• 25-0666 Commissioner Reports
• FY 2026-2027 Board Budget Priorities listed: Economic Development, Education, Environmental Stewardship, Health Equity and Wellness, Services for Seniors, Workforce Development, Reducing Racial Disparities

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings on the Comprehensive Plan for Unincorporated Southern Mecklenburg County and on a resolution to participate in the North Carolina Commercial Property Assessed Capital Expenditure Program (C-PACE). The board will also consider a resolution affirming constitutional protections and expressing support for the immigrant community, along with consent items including lease amendments, interlocal agreements, tax refunds, and donations.

• Public hearing on the Comprehensive Plan for Unincorporated Southern Mecklenburg County (6:30 PM)
• Public hearing on resolution to join the North Carolina Commercial Property Assessed Capital Expenditure Program (C-PACE)
• Resolution affirming constitutional protections and expressing support for the immigrant community (Commissioner Rodriguez-McDowell)
• Consent item: Donation from Tepper Sports & Entertainment for Frazier Park improvements
• Consent item: Lease agreement with EPIC iO for mobile security camera units

Budget Public Policy

The Budget Public Policy Committee will discuss updates on the unsheltered response strategy, a follow-up on community service grant redesign, and an update from the Carolina Farm Trust. Commissioner reports are also on the agenda. No votes are scheduled; these are discussion items.

• Unsheltered Response Strategy Update (25-0644)
• Community Service Grant Redesign Follow-Up Discussion (25-0635)
• Carolina Farm Trust Update (25-0614)
• Commissioner Reports (25-0641)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review a construction contract for the Valerie C. Woodard Center Deep Energy Retrofit Project and proposed revisions to the Mecklenburg County Air Pollution Control Ordinance. The meeting also includes presentations on food resource planning during SNAP benefit pauses and the Project BOAST transit initiative.

• Construction contract for Valerie C. Woodard Center Deep Energy Retrofit Project
• Revisions to the Mecklenburg County Air Pollution Control Ordinance (MCAPCO)
• Capital improvements for Edgewater Farm Park
• Acquisition of floodprone property at Kildare Dr under Hazard Mitigation Assistance Grant
• Public hearing request for the Comprehensive Plan for Unincorporated South Mecklenburg

BOCC - Annual Retreat

The Board of County Commissioners is holding a fall retreat to discuss priorities for the FY 2026-2027 budget. Topics include economic development, education, environmental stewardship, health equity, seniors, workforce development, and reducing racial disparities. No votes or final decisions are scheduled; the retreat is for deliberation and planning.

• Discussion of FY 2026-2027 budget priorities
• List of seven priority areas: Economic Development, Education, Environmental Stewardship, Health Equity and Wellness, Services for Seniors, Workforce Development, Reducing Racial Disparities
• Attachment: 2025 Fall Board Retreat Binder (item 25-0594)
• Retreat runs October 27-28, 2025

BOCC - Annual Retreat

The Mecklenburg Board of County Commissioners is holding its annual fall retreat on October 27-28, 2025. The agenda is largely procedural, with the main focus being the discussion of FY2026-2027 Board Budget Priorities in areas such as economic development, education, health equity, and reducing racial disparities. No specific votes or proposals are listed; the retreat includes a call to order, presentation of visions and mission, and a single attachment of the retreat binder.

• Discussion of FY2026-2027 Board Budget Priorities covering economic development, education, environmental stewardship, health equity, senior services, workforce development, and reducing racial disparities
• Retreat binder (item 25-0593) provided as the main reference document

Board of Commissioners

The Mecklenburg County Board of Commissioners will meet to consider budget amendments, including funds for the Excelsior Club restoration and the Sheriff's Office, as well as permanent greenway easements and construction contracts.

• Budget Amendment - Historic Excelsior Club Restoration and Revitalization Partnership
• Budget Amendment - Sheriff's Office - Revenue and Expense Increase
• Permanent Greenway Easement - McAlpine Creek Greenway
• Greenway Easement Acquisition - Walker Branch Greenway
• Construction Contract - Freedom Park Pond - Sediment Removal Project

Budget Public Policy

The Budget Public Policy Committee will follow up on the vacant Lasalle building and receive a recommendation for its use. The committee will also discuss the Commercial Property Assessed Capital Expenditure (C-PACE) program. Commissioner reports will be presented.

• 25-0570 Vacant Lasalle Building - Follow-Up and Usage Recommendation
• 25-0571 Commercial Property Assessed Capital Expenditure (C-PACE) program
• 25-0573 Commissioner Reports

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will vote on a consent agenda containing multiple items, including a construction contract for a deep energy retrofit of the County and Courts Office Building, a land donation for McAlpine Creek Greenway, and a floodplain acquisition along the Catawba River. Other actions include appointments to advisory committees, a proclamation for Domestic Violence Awareness Month, and adoption of a hazard mitigation plan. The meeting also includes a closed session and a manager's report on state and federal legislative updates.

• Construction contract for County and Courts Office Building Deep Energy Retrofit Project
• McAlpine Creek Greenway Land Donation
• Storm Water Program Hazard Mitigation Catawba River Floodplain Acquisition
• Amendment regarding Former Second Ward High School Gymnasium
• Grant application to NCDHHS for RUSH (aging services) funding

Budget Public Policy

The Mecklenburg Board of County Commissioners will discuss FY 2026-2027 budget priorities and review the Comprehensive Plan for Unincorporated Mecklenburg County. The meeting agenda lists items such as the 2025 Employee Climate Survey Results and Commissioner Reports.

• FY 2026-2027 Board Budget Priorities
• Comprehensive Plan for Unincorporated Mecklenburg County
• 2025 Employee Climate Survey Results
• Commissioner Reports

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing and discuss the organization of a Metropolitan Public Transportation Authority under the PAVE Act. The meeting also includes a public hearing regarding a name change for Suttle Avenue and several board appointments.

• Public hearing on organizing a Metropolitan Public Transportation Authority (MPTA)
• Public hearing for the Suttle Avenue name change
• Appointments for the Building Development Commission, Lake Norman Marine Commission, and Air Quality Commission
• Budget amendments for the Health Department and Community Support Services
• Preliminary street lighting assessments for multiple areas including Capps Hollow and Cardinal Woods

Budget Public Policy

The Budget Public Policy committee is meeting to review a proposal for the vacant Lasalle building and discuss intergovernmental affairs. The body will also review the 2025 state and federal legislative agenda.

• Proposal for vacant Lasalle Building usage (Item 25-0493)
• Intergovernmental Affairs Strategy (Item 25-0510)
• 2025 Mecklenburg County State and Federal Legislative Agenda
• Commissioner Reports (Item 25-0511)

Board of Commissioners

The Mecklenburg Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings on business incentives for TOROMONT USA, Citigroup Technology, and AssetMark Financial Holdings. The consent agenda includes approval of the National Opioids Settlement Agreement with Purdue Pharma, greenway land donations, and a request for a public hearing on organizing a Metropolitan Public Transportation Authority. The board will also consider appointments to several committees and a resolution on Medicare for All.

• Public hearings on business location and expansion incentives for TOROMONT USA, Citigroup Technology, and AssetMark Financial Holdings
• Consent item to approve resolution for National Opioids Settlement Agreement with Purdue Pharma
• Public hearing request on organizing a Metropolitan Public Transportation Authority
• Land donations for Kings Branch, Mallard Creek, and Back Creek greenways
• Capital reserve request for Mecklenburg County Sportsplex synthetic turf fields

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding the Projects for Advancing Vehicle-Infrastructure Enhancements (P.A.V.E.) Act. They are discussing a resolution to place an advisory referendum on the November 4, 2025 ballot. The meeting also includes various budget amendments and construction contracts.

• Public hearing and resolution for P.A.V.E. Act advisory referendum
• Abandonment of a portion of the right-of-way on Catawba Avenue
• Construction contract for Eastland Park
• Budget amendments for Steele Creek Volunteer Fire District and Sheriff's Office
• National Opioid Settlement Agreement with eight additional pharmaceuticals

BOCC - Special Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss and vote on an advisory referendum resolution (item 25-0411) proposing a one-cent increase to the county sales and use tax. No other agenda items are listed for this special meeting.

• 25-0411 One-Cent County Sales and Use Tax Referendum – advisory referendum resolution

Board of Commissioners

The Mecklenburg County Board of Commissioners will hear a new update on the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) study and an update on the Projects for Advancing Vehicle Infrastructure Enhancement (P.A.V.E.) Act. The consent agenda includes construction contracts for Mountain Island Library building systems replacement and the Kings Branch at Archdale Drive stream and sewer project, as well as resolutions related to opioid settlement spending and participation in a national opioid settlement. The meeting also features proclamations for Park and Recreation Month and ADA Disability Pride Day, and appointments to the Town of Mint Hill Planning Board and Juvenile Crime Prevention Council.

• Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Study Update – new item in Manager's Report
• Projects for Advancing Vehicle Infrastructure Enhancement (P.A.V.E.) Act Update – new item
• Construction contract award for Mountain Island Library building systems replacement
• Construction contract award for Kings Branch at Archdale Drive stream and sewer project
• Opioid settlement spending plan resolution and participation in national opioid settlement

BOCC - Special Meeting

This is a special meeting of the Mecklenburg County Board of Commissioners with only one agenda item: a discussion between the Board and Fire Chiefs. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the meeting consists of this discussion and adjournment.

• Discussion item 25-0397: Board of County Commissioners and Fire Chiefs Discussion

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on minor storm water fee adjustments for Charlotte, Matthews, and Mint Hill. The agenda includes consent items for greenway easement donations, a construction contract for solar panels at the Hwy-16 Park and Recreation Administrative Office, and a budget amendment for park operations.

• Public hearing on minor storm water fee adjustments for Charlotte, Matthews, and Mint Hill
• Greenway easement donations for McDowell Creek, Ramah Creek, and Hoover Creek
• Construction contract for solar photovoltaic panel installation at Hwy-16 Park and Recreation Administrative Office
• Budget amendment for Park and Recreation - Park Operations - Revenue Increase
• Grant application to NC Department of Public Safety Governor's Crime Commission

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will vote on the FY2025-2026 budget ordinance and approve the five-year capital plan for FY2026-2030. A new solid waste fee ordinance for FY2026 is also up for adoption. The board will hear a presentation on a gun violence prevention art installation and consider several appointments and proclamations.

• Adoption of Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Budget Ordinance (25-0339)
• Approval of Proposed Capital Plan FY2026-2030 (25-0278, consent)
• Solid Waste Fee Ordinance for FY2026 (25-0325, consent)
• Gun Violence Prevention Art Installation presentation (25-0289)
• Appointments to Park and Recreation Commission, Community Relations Committee, Jury Commission, and Groundwater Advisory Committee

BOCC - Special Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners will conduct a straw vote workshop on the FY2026 budget. Participants will review the straw vote slides and handout. The meeting is primarily for discussion and preparation ahead of the June budget adoption.

• 25-0349 Budget Straw Vote Workshop
• Strawvote Slides.pdf
• FY2026 BOCC Strawvote Handout.pdf

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners holds a public hearing on the recommended budget for fiscal year 2025-2026. Residents can provide comments during the hearing. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

• Public hearing on the recommended FY2025-2026 budget (item 25-0333)

Budget Public Policy

The Budget Public Policy Committee is reviewing the County Manager's recommended budget for FY2025-2026 and receiving a third-quarter budget priorities update. Commissioners will discuss the presentations and may submit reports. This meeting precedes a second public hearing on May 22 and budget straw votes on May 29.

• FY2025 third-quarter board budget priorities update
• County Manager's recommended FY2025-2026 budget overview
• Commissioner reports

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners holds a public hearing on proposed fee changes by the Land Use and Environmental Services Agency. They will consider appointments to several boards and commissions, including CPCC and Planning Commission. Consent items include tax refunds, land acquisitions for floodplain and greenway, a vendor contract for wayfinding signage, and expansion of opioid settlement funding.

• Public hearing on Land Use and Environmental Services Agency fee ordinance changes
• Appointments to Central Piedmont Community College Board of Trustees and Charlotte-Mecklenburg Planning Commission
• Land acquisition for tax foreclosures at Mallard Creek and McAlpine Creek areas
• Vendor selection for greenway and park wayfinding signage fabrication and installation
• Opioid Settlement: Wave 1 funding expansion

BOCC - Special Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners will meet for a special session to receive the County Manager's recommended budget for the 2025-2026 fiscal year. This presentation precedes upcoming budget public hearings and straw votes.

• Presentation of the County Manager's Recommended Budget for FY2025-2026

Budget Public Policy

The Budget Public Policy committee is meeting to review budget requests for the 2025-2026 fiscal year. The session includes presentations from Central Piedmont Community College and County Court Officials.

• Central Piedmont Community College FY2026 Budget Request (25-0296)
• Mecklenburg County Court Officials FY2026 Budget Request (25-0297)
• Commissioner Reports (25-0298)

BOCC - Special Meeting

The Board of Commissioners is holding a special meeting to address the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools FY2026 budget request. This is part of a series of budget presentations and workshops scheduled for May.

• Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools FY2026 Budget Request (Item 25-0285)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings regarding the County’s Major System Component of the Storm Water Fee and a business location and expansion proposal for HSP US, LLC (Trench Group). The board is also considering rental subsidies for three NOAH multi-family housing projects.

• Public hearing to amend the County’s Major System Component of the Storm Water Fee
• Public hearing for business location and expansion of HSP US, LLC (Trench Group)
• Rental subsidy program for Willow Park NOAH, LLC, Sharon Pointe NOAH, LLC, and Arrowhawk NOAH, LLC
• Construction contract for solar photovoltaic panel installation at Southview Recreation Center
• Construction management for the 7th & College Street Parking Deck

BOCC - Special Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a special meeting on April 23, 2025 to discuss MEDIC and first responder issues (agenda item 25-0261). The meeting is open to the public and will be streamed online. No other agenda items are listed.

• Agenda item 25-0261: MEDIC and First Responder Discussion

Budget Public Policy

The Budget Public Policy committee will discuss funding options for Volunteer Fire Departments for FY26. The body is also reviewing a Capital Improvement Plan update and proposed fee adjustments for the 2026 fiscal year.

• Funding options for Volunteer Fire Departments (VFD) for FY26
• Capital Improvement Plan Update
• FY2026 Proposed Fee Adjustments

Board of Commissioners

The Mecklenburg County Board of Commissioners will hold a TEFRA public hearing on Novant Health's proposed tax-exempt bonds and consider the Juvenile Crime Prevention Council's FY26 funding allocation plan. Consent items include greenway construction contracts, interlocal agreements with Charlotte, and an amendment to the storm water fee for major system components.

• Public hearing on TEFRA bonds for Novant Health
• Juvenile Crime Prevention Council proposed FY26 funding allocation plan
• Latta Place Reimagined project update
• Interlocal agreements with City of Charlotte (Kings Branch and Reedy Creek)
• Construction contracts for Briar Creek Greenway Phase 1 and Sugar Creek Greenway

Budget Public Policy

The Budget Public Policy committee will hear presentations on the Park and Recreation Commission's budget priorities for FY2026 and the Citizen's Capital Budget Advisory Committee's annual report on the FY2026-2030 Capital Improvement Plan. Commissioners will also review the proposed FY2026-2030 Capital Improvement Plan before receiving commissioner reports and adjourning.

• Park and Recreation Commission budget priorities for FY2026
• Citizen's Capital Budget Advisory Committee report on FY2026-2030 Capital Improvement Plan
• Proposed FY2026-2030 Capital Improvement Plan (includes appendix)
• Commissioner reports

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on a business location and expansion for DetraPel, Inc. The consent agenda includes multiple stormwater floodplain acquisitions along the Catawba River, a solar panel installation contract for Tyvola Senior Center, and several grant applications. Proclamations for Take Down Tobacco Day and Child Abuse Prevention Month will also be presented.

• Public hearing on business location and expansion for DetraPel, Inc. (25-0179)
• Construction contract for Tyvola Senior Center solar photovoltaic panel installation (25-0145)
• Storm Water Program hazard mitigation floodplain acquisitions on Catawba River: Harwood Ln, Riverside Drive, Lake parcels (25-0168, 25-0174, 25-0175, 25-0181, 25-0185)
• Architect selection for 7th & College Street Parking Deck (25-0171)
• Grant application for Ending the HIV Epidemic Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program (25-0172)

Budget Public Policy

The Budget Public Policy committee is reviewing end-of-year presentations from law enforcement agencies and budget engagement data. The meeting includes reports on policing in extraterritorial jurisdictions (ETJ).

• Law Enforcement Service District Update (Item 25-0194)
• CMPD 2024 End of Year County Commission Presentation
• ETJ Policing presentations from Cornelius PD, Huntersville, and Pineville Police Department
• FY2026 Budget Engagement Update and Survey Results (Item 25-0178)
• Commissioner Reports (Item 25-0193)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings on business location and expansion incentive agreements for RXO Corporate Solutions, LLC and Groninger USA, LLC. Consent items include a budget amendment for Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools operating expenses, a development and reimbursement agreement for Eastland Park, and an auction for surplus equipment. The board will also receive an update on the impact of federal executive orders and consider appointments to several advisory boards.

• Public hearing on Business Location and Expansion – RXO Corporate Solutions, LLC
• Public hearing on Business Location and Expansion – Groninger USA, LLC
• Budget amendment for Charlotte Mecklenburg Schools operating expenses by purpose/function
• Development and Reimbursement Agreement – Eastland Park
• Storm Water Program – Hazard Mitigation Catawba River Floodplain Acquisition (Riverhaven Dr.)

Budget Public Policy

The Budget Public Policy committee will receive an update on the Innovation District and hear fiscal year 2026 budget priorities from the Women's Advisory Board and the Citizen Advisory Board (Air Quality Commission). Commissioner reports are also scheduled.

• 25-0146 Innovation District Update
• 25-0156 Women's Advisory Board FY2026 Budget Priorities
• 25-0083 Citizen Advisory Board Budget Priorities - Air Quality Commission
• 25-0166 Commissioner Reports

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will meet to vote on a consent agenda that includes a street renaming, several grant applications, floodplain acquisitions, and budget amendments. No public hearings are scheduled. The meeting also features a proclamation for Social Worker Appreciation Month and a Public Art Commission annual report.

• Street renaming application for a portion of Baxter Street to 'Pearl Park Way'
• Grant application to NC Land and Water Fund for restoration at McDowell at Beatties
• Storm Water Program hazard mitigation acquisitions: Summers Property and Brown Property in Catawba River floodplain
• Budget amendment for Sheriff's Office Special Revenue Fund and DOJ Justice Assistance Grant
• Amendment to dock lease with Duke Energy at McDowell Nature Preserve for CMPD Boathouse

Budget Public Policy

This Budget Public Policy meeting includes a presentation on the final Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan (item 25-0143) and a discussion of the FY26-27 Board Budget Priorities and Goals (item 25-0141). Commissioners will also deliver reports (item 25-0142). No votes are scheduled; items are for discussion and input.

• 25-0141: Presentation and discussion of FY26-27 Board Budget Priorities and Goals
• 25-0143: Final Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan presentation
• 25-0142: Commissioner Reports

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on a proposal to rename Stowe Lane to Team Hendrick Way. They will also consider several consent items including appointments to advisory committees, contract awards for testing and commissioning services, and grant applications. Proclamations for Ramadan and Teen Dating Violence Awareness and Prevention Month will be recognized.

• Public hearing on renaming Stowe Lane to Team Hendrick Way
• Proclamation declaring February 2025 Teen Dating Violence Awareness and Prevention Month
• Proclamation for the Month of Ramadan
• Grant applications: US EPA Clean Air Act Section 103 grant and NC DHHS Emergency Solution Grant
• Duke Lighting Service Contracts for Latta Recreation Center and Colonel Francis Beatty Park

Budget Public Policy

The Budget Public Policy committee is meeting to review the Charlotte Mecklenburg Library strategy and county investments in state justice system agencies. The agenda also includes a closed session and commissioner reports.

• Charlotte Mecklenburg Library Strategy presentation
• County Investment in State Justice System Agencies (AOC Contract)
• Closed Session (Item 25-0114)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will receive an update on the Brooklyn Village redevelopment project and hold a public hearing on the Mecklenburg County Work First Block Grant Standard County Survey for 2026-2028. The consent agenda includes development agreements, construction contracts, and a policy amendment on architect selection. A closed session is also scheduled.

• Public hearing on Work First Block Grant Standard County Survey 2026-2028 (25-0077)
• Manager’s report on Brooklyn Village Redevelopment Update (25-0061)
• Development Agreement and Lease Agreement for The Umbrella Center (24-0673)
• Subcontractor pre-qualifications for Courthouse Security Improvements and HVAC Controls Upgrades (25-0065)
• Construction contract for new generator installation at LUESA ($ amount not specified) (25-0076)

BOCC - Annual Retreat

The Mecklenburg County Board of County Commissioners will convene for its annual retreat on January 31, 2025. The retreat is a planning session and does not include formal agenda items or decisions. The agenda lists upcoming regular meetings and budget public policy workshops for February.

• Upcoming regular meeting: Tuesday, February 4 at 5:00 p.m.
• Budget Public Policy Workshop: Tuesday, February 11 at 2:30 p.m.
• Upcoming regular meeting: Tuesday, February 18 at 5:00 p.m.
• Optional Budget Public Policy Workshop: Tuesday, February 25 at 2:30 p.m.

BOCC - Annual Retreat

The Board of Commissioners is meeting for an annual retreat from January 29-31, 2025. The provided agenda does not list specific discussion topics or items for decision.

BOCC - Annual Retreat

The Mecklenburg County Board of Commissioners is meeting for its annual retreat on January 29–31, 2025, at the Kimpton Cardinal Hotel in Winston-Salem. The agenda lists no specific items for discussion or decision; the only attached detail is a PDF titled 'Retreat Agenda.pdf' that is not included in the provided text. The meeting is procedural in nature, with upcoming regular and budget meetings noted.

• Retreat held outside Charlotte at Kimpton Cardinal Hotel, 51 East Fourth Street, Winston-Salem, NC
• Upcoming Regular Meeting on February 4 at 5:00 p.m.
• Upcoming Budget Public Policy Workshop on February 11 at 2:30 p.m.
• Attached document 'Retreat Agenda.pdf' not provided in this text
• Board reserves right to deviate from the agenda

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings regarding the FY2025-2026 budget, the Providence Square Redevelopment interlocal agreement, and the TELRA Institute Project. The body will also consider a resolution prohibiting the use of pornography.

• Public Hearing: Budget FY2025-2026
• Public Hearing: Interlocal Agreement with City of Charlotte for Providence Square Redevelopment
• Resolution regarding the prohibition of pornography (NCGS Section 143-805)
• Construction contract for Board of Elections new generator installation
• Property donation from Colonial Pipeline to West Branch Nature Preserve

Budget Public Policy

The Budget Public Policy committee will hear an update on workforce development, including the Workforce Ecosystem Strategic Vision from Charlotte Works. They will also receive a progress report on the Equity Action Plan from the Office of Equity and Inclusion. Commissioner reports are scheduled. Upcoming meetings include a regular meeting with the first budget public hearing on January 22 and an annual retreat January 29-31.

• Update on Workforce Development and Workforce Ecosystem Strategic Vision by Charlotte Works
• Equity Action Plan Progress Report from the Office of Equity and Inclusion
• Commissioner Reports

BOCC - Special Meeting

The Mecklenburg County Board of Commissioners and the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Board of Education are holding a joint meeting. The session focuses on presentations regarding school data, Pre-K updates, and bond financing.

• Presentation by Adrian Cox
• SY24 Data Presentation
• Pre-K Update
• Bond-Finance Update