Local Government Affairs
To Inform Needed Revisions, Charlotte Seeking Comments on Land Development Standards Manual (CLDSM).
To Inform Needed Revisions, Charlotte Seeking Comments on Land Development Standards Manual (CLDSM). From REBIC – 9/29/26 The Charlotte Land Development Standards Manual (CLDSM) Committee determined that various revisions are necessary to the CLDSM. Below is a PDF of proposed Draft text details for public review and comment: 2026 CLDSM Update – Draft(PDF, 2MB) Please…
Read MoreNew Charlotte City-Wide Initiative, Skilled to Build, Links Local Businesses to Opportunities Tied to Transit Investment.
New Charlotte City-Wide Initiative, Skilled to Build, Links Local Businesses to Opportunities Tied to Transit Investment. From REBIC – 9/29/26 The City of Charlotte has launched Skilled to Build, a new citywide initiative that aims to equip local businesses and workers for opportunities emerging from more than $25 billion in transportation and transit investments tied…
Read MoreCharlotte Votes In Favor of I-77. REBIC Leaders Visible in Meeting In Force.
Charlotte Votes In Favor of I-77. REBIC Leaders Visible in Meeting In Force. We extend our sincere thanks to the members of CREDA Charlotte who took the time to attend the City Council meeting and advocate for transportation solutions that support our region’s continued growth. Your engagement and willingness to lend your voices to this…
Read MoreBoth Parties Are Dealing with Populist Opposition to Data Centers
Both Parties Are Dealing with Populist Opposition to Data Centers Aquiles Suarez for Market Share Blog | September 17, 2026 Not a day goes by without a story running in a major newspaper, or a segment airing on CNBC’s Squawk Box, regarding the populist backlash against data centers and voter concern with artificial intelligence (AI).…
Read MoreStaff Briefs Charlotte City Council on I-77, New Vote Set for September 21st
Staff Briefs Charlotte City Council on I-77, New Vote Set for September 21st From REBIC – 9/15/26 During Monday night’s Action Preview section of its regularly scheduled business meeting, the Charlotte City Council received a presentation from staff regarding the proposed I-77 enhancement project. Deputy City Manager Rebecca Hefner provided a historical timeline of the…
Read MoreCharlotte City Council Committees Meet Following Long Holiday Weekend
Charlotte City Council Committees Meet Following Long Holiday Weekend From REBIC – 9/8/26 Charlotte City Council committees are meeting today, September 8th. And we are reporting on the Housing Committee. During this session, I was joined by several members of the Canopy Realtor® Association Government Affairs Committee. Two items of discussion included updates to the City’s Affordable…
Read MoreData Center Moratorium Update
Data Center Moratorium Update City of Charlotte Community Task Force has had two meetings and the next meeting is Thursday 8/27. More details can be found at the bottom of the FAQ page here. Register to Attend Community Input Session Complete the Data Center Survey Below are members of the Task Force: Categories Federal Government…
Read More8/24 Charlotte City Council Public Forum Meeting Recap.
8/24 Charlotte City Council Public Forum Meeting Recap. From REBIC – 8/25/26 Last night, the regular monthly Public Forum was held during the meeting of the Charlotte City Council. This is simply a chance to hear community voices offer their perspectives on the key issues at hand. Those key topics for discussion included further consideration of the I-77 expansion…
Read MoreAs Final I-77 Decision Looms, Here’s How to Get Engaged
As Final I-77 Decision Looms, Here’s How to Get Engaged From REBIC – 8/18/26 On Wednesday, Sept. 23, 2026, the Charlotte Regional Transportation Planning Organization (CRTPO) Board is scheduled to vote on the proposed expansion of I-77 south of Uptown, marking a critical decision for the future of transportation and mobility in our community. It…
Read MoreREBIC – City of Statesville Holds Hearing on Data Center Moratorium
REBIC – City of Statesville Holds Hearing on Data Center Moratorium From REBIC – 8/11/26 The data center controversy continues to make the rounds. On August 10, Statesville City Council Meeting – 56:06, the Statesville City Council held a hearing on a proposed 150-day Data Center Moratorium. City leaders chose to hold a hearing after it…
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