Posts by Tanner W
Reminder: Development is What Brings Improvements
Reminder: Development is What Brings Improvements From REBIC – 12/2/25 A story that may not have been seen by anyone other than those who encounter the closure, we must remember that development is what pays and paves the way for the future. As you review this story, remember that we have a dramatic housing shortage. Estimates…
Read More2026 NC Primaries Candidate Filing Open Monday Dec 1 – Friday Dec 19.
2026 NC Primaries Candidate Filing Open Monday Dec 1 – Friday Dec 19. From REBIC – 12/2/25 Statewide candidate filing for the 2026 primary election began at noon on Monday, Dec. 1, 2025, and ends at noon on Friday, Dec. 19, 2025. The withdrawal deadline is 5 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 16, 2025. Candidates file at the appropriate county…
Read MoreCharlotte City Council Makes Remaining Appointments to Transportation Authority, Mecklenburg County Up Next
Charlotte City Council Makes Remaining Appointments to Transportation Authority, Mecklenburg County Up Next From REBIC Last night the Charlotte City Council voted to approve this resolution to add its final three members to the Metropolitan Public Transit Authority (MPTA). Charlotte’s final list is as follows: Frank Emory David Howard Todd Collins Jocelyn Jones-Nalley Wyatt Dixon Lucia Zapata-Griffith…
Read MoreCharlotte City Council Adopts “Some” 2040 Community Area Plans
Charlotte City Council Adopts “Some” 2040 Community Area Plans From REBIC For nearly 3 years the Charlotte City Council has been focusing on efforts to gather and codify information to be used to inform the important Charlotte 2040 Plan. REBIC has solicited feedback from our members on several occasions in the hopes that this document…
Read MoreMember Spotlight: Bobbi Jo Lazarus
Member Spotlight: Bobbi Jo Lazarus Professional Background Current Role & Company: What is your current position, and what does your company specialize in? As a Shareholder with Elliott Davis, I provide tax strategy and advisory services to real estate developers and funds. With a forward-thinking approach, we deliver value-added solutions that leverage the firm’s real…
Read MoreMeck County Clerk’s Office Accepting Applications for Storm Water Advisory Committee.
Meck County Clerk’s Office Accepting Applications for Storm Water Advisory Committee. The Mecklenburg County Clerk’s Office is encouraging residents to apply to serve on the Storm Water Advisory Committee (SWAC). Committee members are charged with reviewing and recommending storm water management policies, policy changes, long-range plans, and their budgetary and rate impacts. In addition, participants…
Read MoreWSOC Interview With Larry Shaheen Offers The Clearest Who, What, When, Where, and Why for the Referendum
WSOC Interview With Larry Shaheen Offers The Clearest Who, What, When, Where, and Why for the Referendum You have 5 minutes, right? Spend it watching this video on the WSOC news page. Because if you want to correctly explain to your friends and neighbors what their 1 cent sales tax increase is paying for, here are…
Read MoreHow to Achieve Fair Valuation of Renewable Energy Facilities
How to Achieve Fair Valuation of Renewable Energy Facilities By Raymond R. Gray, Esq. for Market Share Blog | November 13, 2025 As renewable energy assets become more prevalent in commercial real estate portfolios – especially among industrial and data center users – property owners face a critical challenge: ensuring that intangible assets are not mistakenly included…
Read MoreIredell EDC Discusses Recent Project Development And Data Centers At Their Second Development Council
Iredell EDC Discusses Recent Project Development And Data Centers At Their Second Development Council From REBIC On October 28, Iredell EDC once again convened their Development Council at the Statesville Country Club. | The Development Council was recently created to provide local developers, contractors, and industry partners with a forum to share insights and exchange…
Read MoreYes Vote on Transportation Funding Carries the Day!
Yes Vote on Transportation Funding Carries the Day! From REBIC The clear winners last Tuesday were the current (and future) residents of Mecklenburg County when they voted 52% to 48% to approve a one-cent sales tax increase that will fund future transportation and infrastructure projects. The measure also includes a provision that creates a Transit…
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