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Cotham’s transportation bill advances in Raleigh. Will Mecklenburg back plan? (Charlotte Observer)

Supporters of Charlotte’s plan to overhaul the region’s transportation system are celebrating a flurry recent progress in the North Carolina General Assembly. But some local stakeholders still have questions and […]

Sustain Charlotte Statement on NC House Passage of Mecklenburg County Transportation Bill

We are thrilled to celebrate a major victory for sustainable and equitable transportation in Mecklenburg County! The NC House’s overwhelming 102-6 vote to pass the local option sales tax bill […]

WCNC PAVE

Light rail to Matthews excluded as PAVE Act advances in NC House (WCNC)

A bill that could reshape how people move around Mecklenburg County is one step closer to the ballot. House Bill 948 — also known as the P.A.V.E. Act — passed […]

What is the difference between crosswalks and refuge islands? (WCNC)

Traffic islands across Charlotte have sparked confusion among pedestrians and drivers alike. The cutout in the median resembles a pedestrian crossing, but with no painted lines, many are asking: Is […]

New LimeBikes to launch in Charlotte, company says (WCNC)

Charlotte is one of the world’s first cities to launch the new LimeBike, giving folks another option for getting around the Queen City without a car. Lime says its new […]

Charlotte Gives Green Light to $3.8 Billion Bus System Overhaul (Country 103.7)

City officials backed a massive bus system upgrade last week. The $3.8 billion plan will boost service and add 2,000 shelters across Charlotte in the next three decades. The Better […]

Axios

73-year-old cyclist’s death sparks call for safer streets in Charlotte (Axios)

On a Friday in May, 73-year-old Bill Yoder was riding his recumbent bike, as the grandfather often did to maintain his independence. Traffic had backed up at the intersection of […]

Meet Sustain Charlotte’s Summer 2025 Interns

We’re thrilled to welcome two passionate and talented college students to the Sustain Charlotte team this summer: Seven Saenz and Shruti Agrawal! Both bring unique perspectives and lived experiences that […]

Let’s explore why it’s so important for Charlotte to pass all 14 Community Area Plans right now instead of waiting for later!

Charlotte finds itself at an exciting crossroads. Our city has invested years in developing a community-driven vision for a more inclusive, sustainable, and livable future. That vision is laid out […]

Advocating for a Healthier, More Sustainable North Carolina

Yesterday, I had the privilege of spending the day at the North Carolina General Assembly alongside fellow advocates Ryan Carter and Ellie Riggs from the Catawba Riverkeeper Foundation. Together with […]