“We believe every person in our region deserves access to safe, affordable, and reliable transportation—no matter where they live or how they get around. That’s why we’re working together to make our streets and systems work better for everyone.”
— Charlotte Regional Transportation Coalition
Our Mission
To build an equitable regional transportation ecosystem by empowering neighborhoods and community groups to advocate for safe, accessible, multi-modal transit options that connect people to jobs, healthcare, education, and community resources.
“The Charlotte Regional Transportation Coalition was born from a simple idea: that the people most impacted by our transportation challenges must have a seat at the table—and the power to shape the solutions. Together, we’re building a more connected, equitable, and sustainable region.”
— Shannon Binns, Founder and Executive Director, Sustain Charlotte
Origins & Growth
In late 2019, Sustain Charlotte convened key neighborhood leaders from CharlotteEAST, West Blvd, North End, and other communities to form the coalition through Climate Challenge grant support.
A steering committee of this “core four” group—supported with stipends and guided by external experts—built foundational decisions, a shared mission, vision, and principles leading to the January 2021 launch.
By 2020–21, the coalition formally launched with about 20 partner organizations; today it includes more than three dozen groups across Mecklenburg, Union, and Iredell counties.
What We Do
Coalition Building & Facilitation
Sustain Charlotte convenes monthly members, supports facilitation, and manages communications and logistics.
Transit Asset Mapping & Policy Research
In 2019, undergraduates mapped transit assets—sidewalks, health services, grocery access—to ground advocacy in data.
Influence Major Plans & Pilots
CRTC submitted formal input to Charlotte MOVES, the City’s 2040 Comprehensive Plan, Mecklenburg County’s “Playbook” greenway plan, and supported a Central Avenue bus‑lane pilot in 2020.
Expand Community Voice
Member groups like neighborhood and faith organizations bring input from North, East, and West Charlotte, helping ensure transportation policy reflects diverse needs.
Impact Highlights
- Grounded decisions in equitable community outreach and research-based mapping.
- Actively shape regional plans that directly impact transit equity, greenway access, and bus practice changes.
- Guide pilot projects and maintain sustained policy presence with city and county decision-makers.
Get Involved!
We welcome new partners—grassroots groups, faith communities, transit advocates—with a sincere interest in mobility equity. Members shape advocacy, develop campaigns, and join steering or subcommittee teams.
Want to get involved? Email [email protected].
