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City Council Business Meeting

Monday, April 13, 2026 · 4:00 PM AM · Council Chamber

TL;DR

Charlotte City Council held a business meeting approving multiple infrastructure and planning initiatives, including water/sewer financing, the Charlotte Future 2040 long-term community plan, and various airport and transportation projects. The council also approved several affordable housing support measures and deferred action on several property transactions related to pedestrian safety and road improvement projects.

Key Decisions

  • 2026 Water Sewer Revenue Bonds and Construction Period Financing Approved
  • Charlotte Future 2040 Community Area Plans and Revised Policy Map Adopted
  • Solid Waste Services Ordinance Amendment Approved
  • Affordable Housing Support (Johnnette Drive and 1001 Tyvola Apartments) Approved
  • Albemarle Road and Harrisburg Road Property Transactions (multiple parcels) Deferred
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Agenda

  1. 4:00 P.M. CITY COUNCIL ACTION REVIEW AND CONSENT AGENDA, CHARLOTTE-MECKLENBURG GOVERNMENT CENTER, REGULAR MEETING ROOM 267
  2. This meeting will also be accessible via the Government Channel, the City's Facebook page, and the City's YouTube channel.
  3. 1. Mayor and Council Consent Item Questions and Answers
    Consent Item
    Action: For Information Only
  4. 2. Consent agenda items 23 through 52 may be considered in one motion except for those items removed by a Council member. Items are removed by notifying the City Clerk.
    Consent Item
    Action: Approve Passed

    A motion was made by Council Member Driggs and seconded by Council Member Ajmera to Approve the Consent Agenda items 23 through 52 with the exception of items 44, 45, 46, 47, 48, and 49. The motion carried unanimously.

  5. 3. Action Preview Overview
    Action Review
    Action: For Information Only
  6. 4. Action Preview Items
    Action Review
    Action: For Information Only
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  8. 5. Closed Session
    Closed Session

    A motion was made by Council Member Owens and seconded by Council Member Mayfield to Go Into Closed Session. The motion carried unanimously.

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  10. 6:30 P.M. CITY COUNCIL BUSINESS MEETING, CHARLOTTE-MECKLENBURG GOVERNMENT CENTER, COUNCIL CHAMBER
  11. Call to Order
  12. Introductions
  13. Invocation
  14. Pledge of Allegiance
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  16. AWARDS AND RECOGNITIONS
  17. 6. National Arbor Day
    Awards and Recognitions
    Action: For Information Only
  18. 7. National Library Week
    Awards and Recognitions
    Action: For Information Only
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  20. 20 PUBLIC HEARING
    Action: For Information Only

  21. 8. Public Hearing on the Housing and Community Development Fiscal Year 2027 Annual Action Plan
    Public Hearing Item
    Action: Close the Public Hearing Passed

    A motion was made by Council Member Driggs and seconded by Council Member Mazuera Arias to Close the Public Hearing. The motion carried unanimously.

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  23. POLICY
  24. 9. City Manager’s Report
    Policy Item
    Action: For Information Only
  25. 10. Solid Waste Services Ordinance Amendment
    Policy Item
    Action: Approve Passed

    A motion was made by Council Member Driggs and seconded by Council Member Ajmera to Approve this Policy Item. The motion carried unanimously.

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  27. BUSINESS
  28. 11. 2026 Water Sewer Revenue Bonds and Construction Period Financing
    Business Item
    Action: Excuse Passed

    A motion was made by Council Member Driggs and seconded by Council Member Mazuera Arias to Excuse this Business Item. The motion carried unanimously.

  29. 12. Municipal Agreement for the Metrolina Regional Travel Demand Model
    Business Item
    Action: Approve Passed

    A motion was made by Council Member Driggs and seconded by Council Member Mazuera Arias to Approve this Business Item. The motion carried unanimously.

  30. 13. Johnnette Drive Affordable Housing Contract Amendment
    Business Item
    Action: Approve Passed

    A motion was made by Council Member Driggs and seconded by Council Member Mazuera Arias to Approve this Business Item. The motion carried unanimously.

  31. 14. Naturally Occurring Affordable Housing Preservation Support for 1001 Tyvola Apartments
    Business Item
    Action: Approve Passed

    A motion was made by Council Member Mayo and seconded by Council Member Mayfield to Approve this Business Item. The motion carried unanimously.

  32. 15. Charlotte Future 2040 Community Area Plans and Revised Policy Map
    Business Item
    Action: Adopt Passed

    A motion was made by Council Member Mayo and seconded by Council Member Driggs to Adopt this Business Item. The motion carried unanimously.

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  34. 34 NOMINATIONS
    Action: For Information Only

    A motion was made by Council Member Driggs and seconded by Council Member Mayfield to Approve all nominations receiving six or more votes. The motion carried unanimously.

  35. 16. Nominations to the Business Advisory Committee
    Nomination
    Action: Approve Passed

    A motion was made by Council Member Driggs and seconded by Council Member Mazuera Arias to Close the Public Hearing. The motion carried unanimously.

  36. 17. Nominations to the Charlotte Business Inclusion Advisory Committee
    Nomination
    Action: Approve Passed

    A motion was made by Council Member Driggs and seconded by Council Member Mazuera Arias to Close the Public Hearing. The motion carried unanimously.

  37. 18. Nominations to the Charlotte International Cabinet
    Nomination
    Action: Approve Passed

    A motion was made by Council Member Driggs and seconded by Council Member Mazuera Arias to Close the Public Hearing. The motion carried unanimously.

  38. 19. Nominations to the Charlotte Water Advisory Committee
    Nomination
    Action: Approve

    A motion was made by Council Member Driggs and seconded by Council Member Mazuera Arias to Close the Public Hearing. The motion carried unanimously.

  39. 20. Nominations to the Community Relations Committee
    Nomination
    Action: Approve Passed

    A motion was made by Council Member Driggs and seconded by Council Member Mazuera Arias to Close the Public Hearing. The motion carried unanimously.

  40. 21. Nominations to the Neighborhood Matching Grants Fund
    Nomination
    Action: Approve Passed

    A motion was made by Council Member Driggs and seconded by Council Member Mazuera Arias to Close the Public Hearing. The motion carried unanimously.

  41. 22. Nominations to the Passenger Vehicle for Hire Board
    Nomination
    Action: Approve Passed

    A motion was made by Council Member Driggs and seconded by Council Member Mazuera Arias to Close the Public Hearing. The motion carried unanimously.

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  43. CONSENT
  44. 23. Building Controls and Related Electrical Components
    Consent Item
    Action: Approve Passed

    A motion was made by Council Member Driggs and seconded by Council Member Ajmera to Approve this Consent Item. The motion carried unanimously.

  45. 24. Mechanical Engineering and Design Services
    Consent Item
    Action: Approve Passed

    A motion was made by Council Member Driggs and seconded by Council Member Ajmera to Approve this Consent Item. The motion carried unanimously.

  46. 25. Ornamental Fountain and Splash Pad Maintenance Services
    Consent Item
    Action: Approve Passed

    A motion was made by Council Member Driggs and seconded by Council Member Ajmera to Approve this Consent Item. The motion carried unanimously.

  47. 26. Real Estate Legal Services
    Consent Item
    Action: Approve Passed

    A motion was made by Council Member Driggs and seconded by Council Member Ajmera to Approve this Consent Item. The motion carried unanimously.

  48. 27. Irwin Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant Chemical System Improvements
    Consent Item
    Action: Approve Passed

    A motion was made by Council Member Driggs and seconded by Council Member Ajmera to Approve this Consent Item. The motion carried unanimously.

  49. 28. Iris Drive Storm Drainage Improvement Project
    Consent Item
    Action: Approve Passed

    A motion was made by Council Member Driggs and seconded by Council Member Ajmera to Approve this Consent Item. The motion carried unanimously.

  50. 29. Shamrock Gardens Storm Drainage Improvement Project
    Consent Item
    Action: Approve Passed

    A motion was made by Council Member Driggs and seconded by Council Member Ajmera to Approve this Consent Item. The motion carried unanimously.

  51. 30. Storm Water Repair and Improvement Projects - G
    Consent Item
    Action: Approve Passed

    A motion was made by Council Member Driggs and seconded by Council Member Ajmera to Approve this Consent Item. The motion carried unanimously.

  52. 31. Airport CLT Logistics Center Relocation
    Consent Item
    Action: Approve Passed

    A motion was made by Council Member Driggs and seconded by Council Member Ajmera to Approve this Consent Item. The motion carried unanimously.

  53. 32. Airport Communications Coverage Reimbursement Agreement
    Consent Item
    Action: Approve Passed

    A motion was made by Council Member Driggs and seconded by Council Member Ajmera to Approve this Consent Item. The motion carried unanimously.

  54. 33. Airport Customer Support Services for Terminal Operations
    Consent Item
    Action: Approve Passed

    A motion was made by Council Member Driggs and seconded by Council Member Ajmera to Approve this Consent Item. The motion carried by the following vote:

  55. 34. Airport Fourth Parallel Runway 1C-19C and Connectors Change Order
    Consent Item
    Action: Approve Passed

    A motion was made by Council Member Driggs and seconded by Council Member Ajmera to Approve this Consent Item. The motion carried unanimously.

  56. 35. Airport Perimeter Fence Phase II Construction
    Consent Item
    Action: Approve Passed

    A motion was made by Council Member Driggs and seconded by Council Member Ajmera to Approve this Consent Item. The motion carried unanimously.

  57. 36. Airport Surveillance Radar and Center Airfield Lighting Vault Relocation Design Services
    Consent Item
    Action: Approve Passed

    A motion was made by Council Member Driggs and seconded by Council Member Ajmera to Approve this Consent Item. The motion carried unanimously.

  58. 37. Airport Transfer-Point Canopy Construction
    Consent Item
    Action: Approve Passed

    A motion was made by Council Member Driggs and seconded by Council Member Ajmera to Approve this Consent Item. The motion carried unanimously.

  59. 38. Professional Engineering and Planning Services for the Charlotte Regional Transportation Planning Organization
    Consent Item
    Action: Approve Passed

    A motion was made by Council Member Driggs and seconded by Council Member Ajmera to Approve this Consent Item. The motion carried unanimously.

  60. 39. Meeting Minutes
    Consent Item
    Action: Approve Passed

    A motion was made by Council Member Driggs and seconded by Council Member Ajmera to Approve this Consent Item. The motion carried unanimously.

  61. 40. Resolution of Intent to Abandon a Portion of Winona Street, Penman Street, and the Adjoining Alleyway
    Consent Item
    Action: Approve Passed

    A motion was made by Council Member Driggs and seconded by Council Member Ajmera to Approve this Consent Item. The motion carried unanimously.

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  63. CONSENT - PROPERTY TRANSACTIONS
  64. 41. In Rem Remedy: 2831 Columbus Circle
    Consent - Property Transaction
    Action: Approve Passed

    A motion was made by Council Member Driggs and seconded by Council Member Ajmera to Approve this Consent - Property Transaction. The motion carried unanimously.

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  66. 42. In Rem Remedy: 5728 Ganymede Place
    Consent - Property Transaction
    Action: Approve Passed

    A motion was made by Council Member Driggs and seconded by Council Member Ajmera to Approve this Consent - Property Transaction. The motion carried unanimously.

  67. 43. In Rem Remedy: 1126 Mineral Springs Road
    Consent - Property Transaction
    Action: Approve Passed

    A motion was made by Council Member Driggs and seconded by Council Member Ajmera to Approve this Consent - Property Transaction. The motion carried unanimously.

  68. 44. Property Transactions - Albemarle Road Pedestrian Safety and Connectivity, Parcel # 7
    Consent - Property Transaction
    Action: Defer
  69. 45. Property Transactions - Albemarle Road Pedestrian Safety and Connectivity, Parcel # 13
    Consent - Property Transaction
    Action: Defer
  70. 46. Property Transactions - Albemarle Road Pedestrian Safety and Connectivity, Parcel # 14
    Consent - Property Transaction
    Action: Defer
  71. 47. Property Transactions - Albemarle Road Pedestrian Safety and Connectivity, Parcel # 16
    Consent - Property Transaction
    Action: Defer
  72. 48. Property Transactions - Harrisburg Road Shared-Use Path Winterwood to Sam Dee, Parcel # 1
    Consent - Property Transaction
    Action: Approve Passed

    A motion was made by Council Member Driggs and seconded by Council Member Ajmera to Approve this Consent - Property Transaction. The motion carried unanimously.

  73. 49. Property Transactions - Harrisburg Road Shared-Use Path Winterwood to Sam Dee, Parcel # 8
    Consent - Property Transaction
    Action: Defer
  74. 50. Property Transactions - Kuykendall Road Improvements, Parcel # 10
    Consent - Property Transaction
    Action: Approve Passed

    A motion was made by Council Member Driggs and seconded by Council Member Ajmera to Approve this Consent - Property Transaction. The motion carried unanimously.

  75. 51. Property Transactions - Kuykendall Road Improvements, Parcel # 11
    Consent - Property Transaction
    Action: Approve Passed

    A motion was made by Council Member Driggs and seconded by Council Member Ajmera to Approve this Consent - Property Transaction. The motion carried unanimously.

  76. 52. Property Transactions - Village Lake Drive, Parcel # 2
    Consent - Property Transaction
    Action: Approve Passed

    A motion was made by Council Member Driggs and seconded by Council Member Ajmera to Approve this Consent - Property Transaction. The motion carried unanimously.

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  78. Adjournment
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  80. REFERENCES
  81. 53. Reference - Property Acquisitions and Condemnations
    Reference
  82. 54. Reference - Property Transaction Process
    Reference
  83. 55. Reference - Charlotte Business INClusion Program
    Reference
  84. 15. Charlotte Future 2040 Community Area Plans and Revised Policy Map
    Business Item
    Action: Approved as modified Passed

    A motion was made by Council Member Driggs and seconded by Council Member Owens to Approved as modified this Business Item. The motion carried unanimously.

  85. 15. Charlotte Future 2040 Community Area Plans and Revised Policy Map
    Business Item
    Action: Adopt Passed

    A motion was made by Council Member Driggs and seconded by Council Member Owens to Adopt this Business Item. The motion carried unanimously.

  86. 5. Closed Session
    Closed Session

    A motion was made by Council Member Mazuera Arias and seconded by Council Member Driggs to Go Into Closed Session. The motion carried unanimously.

  87. 11. 2026 Water Sewer Revenue Bonds and Construction Period Financing
    Business Item
    Action: Approve Passed

    A motion was made by Council Member Driggs and seconded by Council Member Mayfield to Approve this Business Item. The motion carried unanimously.