Bring Back Red-Light Cameras To Save Lives
Earlier this week, our community lost Lance Sotelo, a 25-year-old whose life was cut short when a driver ran a red light on The Plaza. Lance was young, full of promise, and deeply […]
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New Mecklenburg Public Transit Authority launches
The new Metropolitan Public Transportation Authority (MPTA) held its very first organizational meeting on Thursday evening to formally begin the transition toward a new, regionally governed transit system for Mecklenburg […]
City Council Adopts New Plans for Half of Charlotte, Delays the Rest
At their November 24 meeting, the Charlotte City Council voted to delay the adoption of all 14 Community Area Plans (CAPs), choosing instead to adopt seven and delay the rest. These plans set […]
Why Expanding I-77 South with New Toll Lanes Is the Wrong Path for Charlotte
Renderings of the proposed I-77 toll lane designs include this graphic depicting the I-77/I-277 interchange. (Photo by Ryan Pitkin) For more than 60 years, Interstate 77 has been a physical […]
Press release: Sustain Charlotte opposes elimination of federal transit funding
CHARLOTTE — The news released Friday regarding proposed cuts to federal transit funding is deeply troubling and bears serious implications for our region. For Charlotte and the entire region served […]
Standing With Charlotte’s Immigrant Community
Reports that federal agents may begin operations in Charlotte as soon as this weekend have created understandable fear and uncertainty in many of our neighborhoods. We want our immigrant neighbors […]
We made history — now we build what comes next
Friends, Tuesday night was a moment we’ll never forget. Our community came together, chose progress, and voted for a future where everyone can move more freely, breathe cleaner air, […]
Voters Approve Historic Transportation Investment
CHARLOTTE – Tonight, Mecklenburg County voters chose a future with more connection, opportunity, and mobility for everyone. The passage of the transportation referendum marks a transformative moment — one that […]
Fast, easy, reliable bus and microtransit – but only if you vote for it
As the region grows, so do the opportunities and the challenges of getting around. Here in Mecklenburg County, the proposed one-percent county-wide sales tax referendum offers a once-in-a-generation chance to […]
More trains – but only if the referendum passes
Voters in Mecklenburg County have a historic opportunity to approve a 1 % sales-tax dedicated to transportation infrastructure that will fund roads, buses, and critical rail expansion across our […]