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Outsourcing Charlotte: Council Weighs Consultants vs. In-House Capacity After $3M Safety Plan

Jack Beckett22 hours ago14 hours ago010 mins

A $3 million federal safety plan sparked a bigger question at City Council: should Charlotte keep paying consultants, or rebuild in-house capacity to deliver projects and keep the know-how.

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Charlotte Civic Calendar: 10-Day Political Events Preview (Oct 3–13, 2025)

Jack Beckett2 weeks ago2 weeks ago010 mins

Charlotte’s next 10 days decide zoning, preservation, transit, and ballot logistics. Here’s what to watch, how to attend, and why it matters.

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Charlotte Future 2040: Council Set to Vote on Community Area Plans and Revised Policy Map

Jack Beckett3 weeks ago2 weeks ago06 mins

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.

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Parks or Pumps: Charlotte District 5 Pushes Back on Gas Station Near 27-Acre Park

Jack Beckett4 weeks ago2 weeks ago012 mins

A four-pump fueling proposal at E. W. T. Harris and Idlewild faced staff opposition and a sharp rebuke from District…

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Charlotte auditor seeks disclosure on $305,000 CMPD settlement and fund choice

Jack Beckett1 month ago2 weeks ago09 mins

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.

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Guide to Charlotte City Council At-Large Candidates 2025

Jack Beckett2 months ago1 month ago06 mins

Charlotte’s at-large races decide four citywide seats. Meet the field, see key dates, and track positions on the transit tax, housing, and stadium funding. Privacy-first, all receipts linked.

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When Neighbors Push Back: Far East Charlotte Residents Challenge Dense Townhome Plan

Jack Beckett2 months ago2 months ago09 mins

At an Aug. 18 Charlotte City Council zoning hearing, Far East Charlotte residents—led by neighbor Ray Timothy—pressed safety, flooding, and trust concerns over a 94‑unit townhome plan with retail. Here’s what they said, what the developer promised, and what happens next.

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Charlotte 2025 City Council Candidate Guide | District-by-District Profiles & Election Details

Jack Beckett2 months ago2 months ago03 mins

Explore Charlotte’s 2025 City Council races. District-by-district profiles, records, priorities, and key election dates for Mecklenburg voters.

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Candidate Filing Opens for Charlotte’s 2025 Elections: What to Know Before July 18

Jack Beckett3 months ago3 months ago05 mins

Charlotte’s 2025 campaign season opens July 7 as every City Council seat—and the mayor’s gavel—go up for grabs. Filing runs only 12 days. Get in line or get left out.

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