- Charlotte Future 2040: Council Set to Vote on Community Area Plans and Revised Policy Map
Charlotte Council will consider adopting the Charlotte Future 2040 Community Area Plans and a Revised Policy Map, capping a multi-year process with broad engagement and a 7–0 recommendation.
- Parks or Pumps: Charlotte District 5 Pushes Back on Gas Station Near 27-Acre Park
A four-pump fueling proposal at E. W. T. Harris and Idlewild faced staff opposition and a sharp rebuke from District 5’s Marjorie Molina, who points to a nearly 27.5-acre county park coming up the road. The hearing closed with no vote, but the signals were clear. What Was Proposed at Harris and Idlewild The case…
- Charlotte auditor seeks disclosure on $305,000 CMPD settlement and fund choice
The state auditor urges Charlotte to enter the $305,000 CMPD settlement into public minutes and to consider using the Risk Management Fund instead of the General Fund.
- District 3 flips to Joi Mayo, District 5 likely recount, and a campaign reshaped by Iryna Zarutska’s killing
Joi Mayo ousts Tiawana Brown in District 3, District 5 heads toward a recount, and safety on Charlotte’s Blue Line becomes a central test for November.
- District 5 Primary: Mazuera Arias Leads Molina by 33 Votes With Four Precincts Outstanding
District 5 is a cliffhanger. With 26 of 30 precincts in, J.D. Mazuera Arias leads Marjorie Molina 2,712 to 2,679. Four precincts remain. Margin 33 votes, about 0.61 percent. Unofficial.