City of Charlotte  
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Government Center  
600 East 4th Street  
Charlotte, NC 28202  
Meeting Agenda  
Monday, May 11, 2026  
Council Chamber  
City Council Business Meeting  
Mayor Vi Lyles  
Mayor Pro Tem James Mitchell  
Council Member Dimple Ajmera  
Council Member Dante Anderson  
Council Member JD Mazuera Arias  
Council Member Ed Driggs  
Council Member Malcolm Graham  
Council Member Renee Johnson  
Council Member LaWana Mayfield  
Council Member Joi Mayo  
Council Member Kimberly Owens  
Council Member Victoria Watlington  
4:00 P.M. CITY COUNCIL ACTION REVIEW AND CONSENT  
AGENDA, CHARLOTTE-MECKLENBURG GOVERNMENT  
CENTER, REGULAR MEETING ROOM 267  
This meeting will also be accessible via the Government Channel, the City's Facebook page, and  
the City's YouTube channel.  
1.  
Mayor and Council Consent Item Questions and Answers  
Staff Resource(s):  
Marie Harris, Strategy and Budget  
Time: 5 minutes  
Synopsis  
Mayor and Council may ask questions about Consent agenda items.  
2026-5.11 Council Agenda QA  
2.  
Consent agenda items 24 through 43 may be considered in  
one motion except for those items removed by a Council  
member. Items are removed by notifying the City Clerk.  
Time: 10 minutes  
Consideration of Consent Items shall occur in the following order:  
A. Items that have not been pulled,  
B. Items with residents signed up to speak to the item, and  
C. Items that have been pulled for a separate vote.  
3.  
Action Preview Overview  
Staff Resource(s):  
Marcus Jones, City Manager  
4.  
Action Preview Items  
Data Centers  
Staff Resource(s):  
Alyson Craig, City Manager’s Office  
Time: Presentation - 15 minutes; Discussion - 30 minutes  
Explanation  
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Receive an update following Council discussion related to data center considerations.  
MPTA Transition Update  
Staff Resource(s):  
Andrea Leslie-Fite, City Attorney  
Time: Presentation - 15 minutes; Discussion - 30 minutes  
Explanation  
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Receive an update on the transition of CATS to the Metropolitan Public Transportation  
Authority.  
4.1 Data Centers presentation  
4.2 MPTA Transition Update presentation  
4.2 Draft Interlocal Agreement  
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5.  
Closed Session (as necessary)  
6:30 P.M. CITY COUNCIL BUSINESS MEETING,  
CHARLOTTE-MECKLENBURG GOVERNMENT CENTER,  
COUNCIL CHAMBER  
Call to Order  
Introductions  
Invocation  
Pledge of Allegiance  
AWARDS AND RECOGNITIONS  
6.  
Navy Week  
Action:  
Mayor Lyles will read a proclamation recognizing May 4 through 10 as Navy Week.  
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7.  
Public Works Week  
Action:  
Mayor Lyles will read a proclamation recognizing May 17 through 23 as National Public Works  
Week.  
PUBLIC HEARING  
8.  
Public Hearing and Decision on Sumitomo Mitsui Banking  
Corporation Business Investment Grant  
Action:  
A.  
Conduct a public hearing regarding approval of a City of Charlotte Business Investment  
Grant to Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation, and  
B.  
Approve the city’s Business Investment Grant to Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation for a  
total amount not to exceed $852,036 over 10 years.  
Staff Resource(s):  
Alyson Craig, City Manager’s Office  
Shahid Rana, Economic Development  
Matt Dufore, Economic Development  
Explanation  
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On April 7, 2026, Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation (SMBC) announced it would open its second  
U.S. headquarters in Charlotte.  
On March 23, 2026, City Council, in closed session, indicated their intent to approve this Business  
Investment Grant (BIG).  
Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation (SMBC) has committed to a capital investment of $50,536,697  
and creation of 2,000 jobs to be hired with an average wage of $165,686.  
Background  
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Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation (SMBC) offers a broad range of financial services, including  
banking, securities, leasing, credit cards, and consumer finance.  
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This will be the second U.S. headquarters for SMBC's Americas Division.  
Business Investment Grant  
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Actual grant payments are based on the value of the investment as appraised by the Mecklenburg  
County Tax Office.  
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Property taxes due from SMBC must be paid before grant payments are made.  
If SMBC removes the investment from Charlotte during the grant term, it shall pay back 100 percent  
of the investment grant paid to date.  
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If SMBC moves the investment from Charlotte within 10 years of the end of the Business  
Investment Program (BIP) grant term, a portion of the grant must be repaid as follows:  
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Within one year of the end of the BIP Term: 90 percent of grant payments;  
Within two years of the end of the BIP Term: 75 percent of the grant payments;  
Within three years of the end of the BIP Term: 60 percent of the grant payments;  
Within four years of the end of the BIP Term: 45 percent of the grant payments;  
Within five years of the end of the BIP Term: 30 percent of the grant payments;  
Within six years of the end of the BIP Term: 20 percent of the grant payments; and  
Within seven to 10 years of the end of the BIP Term: 10 percent of the grant payments.  
Fiscal Note  
Funding: Business Investment Grant  
9.  
Public Hearing on Municipal Service District 5 Boundary  
Expansion  
Action:  
Conduct a public hearing on the proposed expansion of Municipal Service District 5.  
Staff Resource(s):  
Alyson Craig, City Manager’s Office  
Shahid Rana, Economic Development  
Policy  
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State law allows cities to create municipal service districts (MSDs) to promote economic  
development and/or provide services at a higher level in the district than provided for the entire  
city.  
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Urban development/redevelopment areas are one of the municipal services for which a district can  
be created.  
MSDs are funded through an assessment on all property owners within the district boundaries. All  
the money raised by the MSD assessment must be spent on district enhancement programs.  
In accordance with NC General Statute Section 160A-536, projects funded through MSD revenue  
may include (but are not limited to): expansions/improvements to support utility provision, street  
lighting, streets and sidewalks; construction of pedestrian and bicycle paths, construction of public  
buildings, improvements to relieve traffic congestion, improvements to reduce the incidence of  
crime, providing city services or functions in addition to or to a greater extent than those provided  
for the entire city, sponsoring events, promoting business investment and economic vitality,  
coordinating public private partnerships, and marketing support.  
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NC General Statute 160A-538 requires a public hearing prior to decisions on MSD boundary  
expansion.  
Explanation  
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MSD 5 is operated by University City Partners.  
On January 16, 2026, University City Partners requested a boundary expansion for FY 2027.  
Council received information about the potential boundary expansion on January 29, 2026.  
On March 5, 2026, the Budget, Governance, and Intergovernmental Relations Committee received  
an overview of the potential boundary expansion.  
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A boundary expansion of MSD 5 was included in the Manager’s Proposed FY 2027 Budget, which was  
presented on May 4, 2026.  
Council will consider approval of the proposed boundary expansion as part of the FY 2027 Budget  
Adoption on June 8, 2026.  
Boundaries  
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The current MSD 5 boundary follows property lines and includes properties between the Highway  
29/49 connector off Interstate 85 on the south, the rear property line of parcels on the west side  
of Mallard Creek Road on the west, Mallard Creek Church Road and some adjacent commercial  
properties on the north, and the rear property line of parcels on the east side of Highway 49 on the  
east.  
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State law outlines several guidelines for determining boundaries of municipal service districts.  
Properties within the MSD 5 boundaries must satisfy at least one of the following guidelines:  
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Location in or surrounding existing or redeveloping concentrations of retail, office, or  
significant employment-generating uses,  
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Surrounding major institutional uses, such as a university or hospital, and  
Location within 1,500 feet of major transportation and transit corridors, except for residential  
parcels which must be within 150 feet.  
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The proposed MSD 5 boundary expansion extends the existing district north and northeast to  
include additional properties that are contiguous to, and functionally part of, the University City  
Town Center, including:  
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Properties beginning at the current northern edge of the district near JW Clay Boulevard and  
extending northward to include areas along and south of Mallard Creek Church Road between  
North Tryon Street on the west and Mallard Creek Road on the east;  
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Properties east of Mallard Creek Church Road including those bounded by University City  
Boulevard and the Mecklenburg County line, following parcel lines and natural edges where  
applicable; and  
Properties located north of Interstate 85 in the vicinity of Pavilion Boulevard and surrounding  
parcels, while generally limiting further northern extension to areas consistent with existing  
development patterns and roadway boundaries.  
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The proposed boundary continues to follow property lines and major transportation corridors,  
including North Tryon Street, JW Clay Boulevard, Mallard Creek Church Road, Mallard Creek Road,  
Interstate 85, and University City Boulevard, creating a contiguous and cohesive district that aligns  
with the primary commercial, retail, and economic activity areas of University City.  
Community Input  
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University City Partners utilized a mix of outreach methods to ensure diverse participation including  
listening sessions, public information sessions, digital outreach, and informational postcards.  
Key outcomes of engagement efforts include over 19,453 emails sent, 2,094 postcards mailed, 240  
outreach surveys completed, and 286 in-person outreach interactions with rate payers.  
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Attachment(s)  
Map  
Map - Current and Expanded MSD 5  
10. Public Hearing on Municipal Service District 5 Millage Rate  
Increase  
Action:  
Conduct a public hearing on the proposed Municipal Service District 5 millage rate increase.  
Staff Resource(s):  
Alyson Craig, City Manager’s Office  
Shahid Rana, Economic Development  
Policy  
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State law allows cities to create municipal service districts (MSDs) to promote economic  
development and/or provide services at a higher level in the district than provided for the entire  
city.  
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Urban development/redevelopment areas are one of the municipal services for which a district can  
be created.  
MSDs are funded through an assessment on all property owners within the district boundaries. All  
the money raised by the MSD assessment must be spent on district enhancement programs.  
In accordance with NC General Statute Section 160A-536, projects funded through MSD revenue  
may include (but are not limited to): expansions/improvements to support utility provision, street  
lighting, streets and sidewalks; construction of pedestrian and bicycle paths, construction of public  
buildings, improvements to relieve traffic congestion, improvements to reduce the incidence of  
crime, providing city services or functions in addition to or to a greater extent than those provided  
for the entire city, sponsoring events, promoting business investment and economic vitality,  
coordinating public private partnerships, and marketing support.  
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City Council adopted a policy, Municipal Service District: Property Owner Engagement Policy,  
effective October 14, 2019, which requires a public hearing prior to decisions on MSD millage rate  
increases.  
Explanation  
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MSD 5 was established in 2003 and is operated by University City Partners.  
The current MSD 5 boundary follows property lines and includes properties between the Highway  
29/49 connector off Interstate 85 on the south, the rear property line of parcels on the west side  
of Mallard Creek Road on the west, Mallard Creek Church Road and some adjacent commercial  
properties on the north, and the rear property line of parcels on the east side of Highway 49 on the  
east.  
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The current millage rate for MSD 5 is 2.62¢ per $100 valuation. University City Partners has  
requested approval for a millage rate of 3.80¢ for FY 2027, a 1.18¢ increase from FY 2026.  
Council received information about the potential millage rate increase on January 29, 2026.  
On March 5, 2026, the Budget, Governance, and Intergovernmental Relations Committee received  
an overview of the potential millage rate increase.  
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A millage rate increase for MSD 5 was included in the Manager’s Proposed FY 2027 Budget, which  
was presented on May 4, 2026.  
Council will consider approval of the proposed millage rate increase as part of the FY 2027 Budget  
Adoption on June 8, 2026.  
Community Input  
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University City Partners utilized a mix of outreach methods to ensure diverse participation including  
listening sessions, public information sessions, digital outreach, and informational postcards.  
Key outcomes of engagement efforts include over 19,453 emails sent, 2,094 postcards mailed, 240  
outreach surveys completed, and 286 in-person outreach interactions with rate payers.  
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Attachment(s)  
Map  
Map - MSD 5 Existing Boundary  
11. Public Hearing on the Proposed Fiscal Year 2027 Operating  
Budget and Fiscal Years 2027-2031 Capital Investment Plan  
Action:  
Conduct a public hearing on the City Manager’s Proposed Fiscal Year 2027 Operating Budget and  
Fiscal Years 2027-2031 Capital Investment Plan.  
Committee Chair:  
Malcolm Graham, Budget, Governance, and Intergovernmental Committee  
Staff Resource(s):  
Marcus Jones, City Manager  
Marie Harris, Strategy and Budget  
Matthew Hastedt, Finance  
Explanation  
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On May 4, 2026, the City Manager presented the Proposed Fiscal Year (FY) 2027 Operating Budget  
and FY 2027-2031 Capital Investment Plan. The proposed budget represents the city’s proposed  
operating and capital budgets for the fiscal year which begins July 1, 2026.  
State law requires the city hold a public hearing following the presentation of the Manager’s  
Proposed Budget and prior to the City Council adoption of the budget, currently scheduled for June  
8, 2026.  
Charlotte’s Proposed FY 2027 Budget was developed to lead the City of Charlotte toward addressing  
the most foundational and pressing needs of the city.  
Proposed FY 2027 Operating and Capital Budgets Summary  
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The City Manager’s Proposed FY 2027 Operating Budget and FY 2027-2031 Capital Investment Plan  
were developed consistent with the City Council’s strategic priorities. These priorities served as the  
foundational elements against which all FY 2027 budget decisions were measured.  
The proposed budget includes a property tax rate of 29.30¢ per $100 of assessed valuation, a  
1.89¢ increase from FY 2026.  
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The proposed budget for the city consists of three major components supported by general tax  
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A General Fund budget of $1.04 billion for FY 2027, representing a 10.5 percent increase  
from FY 2026, to support initiatives that will continue to deliver exceptional government  
services to the community;  
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A $261.7 million Municipal Debt Service Fund; and  
A $520.1 million General Capital Investment Plan for FY 2027.  
Proposed FY 2027 Budget Highlights  
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Structurally balanced budget with a two-year lens that:  
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Preserves core services,  
Advances Public Safety,  
Invests in transformational Mobility+, and  
Maintains reserves.  
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Proposed 1.89¢ property tax increase dedicated to enhancing Public Safety.  
Continues Charlotte’s achievement of affordability for government services, ranking lowest among  
North Carolina’s largest cities with a population of 250,000 or above.  
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Promotes recruitment and retention of Police and Fire employees in the Public Safety Pay plan with  
across the board pay increases, that are above typical pay plan years.  
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Includes $12.4 million in funding for police and fire vehicle replacements.  
Adds an additional 35 cars for the police take home vehicle program.  
Includes $2.3 million to add Engine 46 at Miranda Road Infill Station.  
Adds funding for Fire to include Field Technicians for the three Operations Division Chiefs ($366,225)  
and two civilian support positions to improve fire training and response times ($225,298).  
Reserves funding for a commercial burn building for fire training and moves forward on a schedule to  
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construct new or replacement Fire facilities every two years.  
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Provides funding for a new helicopter hangar for Police.  
Invests in small businesses and neighborhoods with $600,000 for Business District Organizations and  
Main Street programs, $500,000 for Neighbors Building Neighborhoods, $500,000 for the Business  
Matching Grant program to revitalize business corridors.  
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Elevates engagement by creating a new partnership with Foundation for the Carolinas to enhance  
engagement, adding a new International Relations Manager position, and strengthening the Office of  
Constituent Services team to advance community engagement with seven positions (six support  
specialists and one communications specialist).  
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Invests in youth with $500,000 to support youth internships at the city in FY 2027 and a $1.5  
million commitment to the expanded Road to Hire program.  
A new sales tax in FY 2027, which is projected to generate $100 million in FY 2027 to be used for  
mobility projects.  
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Matches the historic 2024 Transportation and Neighborhoods Bonds at $300 million.  
Matches the historic 2024 Housing Bond plus a one-time bump of $25 million to support  
anti-displacement efforts.  
Proposed FY 2027 Employee Compensation and Benefits  
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Increases the minimum pay to $25 per hour or $52,000 per year for non-temporary, full-time general  
city employees.  
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Funds a four percent compensation increase for general hourly employees (1.5 percent in July and a  
2.5 percent merit pool in November).  
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Provides a four percent merit pool for salaried employees.  
Provides a 10 percent pay increase for eligible sworn Police personnel in the Public Safety Pay Plan  
and a seven percent pay increase for eligible sworn Fire personnel in the Public Safety Pay Plan.  
Provides for increases in the city’s contribution to the Local Government Employees’ Retirement  
System and Charlotte Firefighters’ Retirement System in order to responsibly fund the city’s pension  
liabilities.  
Covers the majority of healthcare increases for employees and increases the city’s employer  
contribution to city-provided medical, dental, and other employee benefits by 12.5 percent.  
Continues flexible work options for feasible positions.  
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Continues pay incentives including:  
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Second and third shift differential pay,  
Language incentives,  
CDL incentive for General Fund employees, and  
Military and education incentives for Police and Fire personnel in the Public Safety Pay Plan  
with a new option to stack associate’s degree and military incentives.  
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Continues employee programs including:  
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Pre-paid tuition assistance,  
Career coaching,  
Rental and down payment assistance, and  
Financial counseling and assistance.  
Proposed FY 2027 Nongeneral Departments’ Revenue  
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Charlotte Water: The FY 2027 Water and Sewer Fee for the typical homeowner is proposed to  
increase by 5.74 percent. The typical homeowner would experience a $4.41 per month increase.  
Storm Water: The FY 2027 Storm Water Services Fee is proposed to increase by 4.44 percent. The  
typical homeowner would experience a $0.48 per month increase.  
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Aviation: Select non-regulatory fees were adjusted based on Aviation’s cost-recovery model.  
CATS: In FY 2027, CATS’ fares will remain the same as in FY 2026.  
Proposed FY 2027 Financial Partners and Outside Agency Funding  
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Funds seven General Fund Discretionary Organizations with $891,012 and funds Crisis Assistance  
Ministry with an additional $425,000 from Innovative Housing Pay-As-You-Go (PAYGO) for a total of  
$515,000 for Crisis Assistance Ministry.  
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The FY 2027 recommended budgets for Charlotte Center City Partners, University City Partners, and  
SouthPark Community Partners (Municipal Service Districts #1-6) support economic, cultural, and  
social development within designated districts. Their allocations are based on the valuation of  
properties in their respective districts.  
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The Proposed FY 2027 tax rate in Municipal Service District 5 (University City) includes a  
1.18¢ increase from the FY 2026 Budget, for a total rate of 3.80¢ per $100 assessed  
valuation.  
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The Charlotte Regional Visitors Authority’s budget reflects an increase of 2.5 percent over FY 2026.  
Proposed FY 2027-2031 Capital Investment Plan (CIP)  
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The five-year total Proposed FY 2027-2031 CIP is $7.93 billion (this includes the total General CIP,  
as well as the five-year capital plan totals for nongeneral departments: Aviation, CATS, Charlotte  
Water, and Storm Water).  
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The five-year General CIP totals $1.72 billion (this includes general obligation bonds, other sources,  
reappropriation of prior authorization, and PAYGO funds).  
The nongeneral departments’ five-year capital plans total $6.22 billion and are summarized below:  
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Aviation totals $1.98 billion,  
CATS totals $1.24 billion,  
Charlotte Water totals $2.57 billion, and  
Storm Water totals $423 million.  
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The Proposed FY 2027-2031 General CIP includes:  
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Funding reserved for a commercial burn building for fire training;  
Funding reserved for a new or replacement Fire facility planned for every two years;  
$10 million in FY 2027 to construct a new helicopter hangar for Police, with another $10  
million planned in FY 2028;  
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Funding to advance and complete the Animal Care and Control Satellite Adoption Center  
project with $12 million in FY 2027 and $10.5 million planned in FY 2028;  
A new Mobility PAYGO Program to provide a sustained source of cash funding for  
smaller-scale transportation programs, including $7 million to support the acceleration of  
early-stage future transportation projects;  
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A new steady state Housing Bond of $100 million plus a one-time increase of $25 million to  
support anti-displacement, making the proposed 2026 Housing Bond the largest in city  
history at $125 million;  
$300 million total of 2026 Transportation and Neighborhood Bonds, matching the historic  
2024 bond levels, which include:  
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$60 million for Strategic Investment Areas (SIAs), which will be expanded to the  
Corridors of Opportunity;  
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$22 million for Vision Zero projects;  
$50 million for sidewalks;  
$10 million for bicycle facilities;  
$2 million for a new Orphan Roads program;  
$100 million to deliver seven mobility projects by 2030 (Big Moves), which include:  
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Eastway/Shamrock Intersection,  
Bryan Farms Road Phase 2,  
Robinson Church Road,  
Ashley/Freedom/Tuckaseegee Intersection,  
Brown-Grier Road,  
DeArmon Complete Street, and  
Shamrock Drive Complete Street; and  
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$5.95 million for Mobility+ programming to proactively build workforce and small business  
capacity alongside increased capital transportation investments.  
Budget Process  
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The following is the Council-adopted remaining budget meeting schedule:  
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May 18 Budget adjustments,  
June 1 Budget straw votes, and  
June 8 Budget adoption.  
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State law requires local governments to adopt a budget by July 1 of each year.  
A complete copy of the proposed budget is available online at:  
https://charlottenc.gov/budget/Pages/default.aspx  
Attachment(s)  
Proposed FY 2027 Budget Presentation  
FY 2027 Proposed Budget presentation  
POLICY  
12. City Manager’s Report  
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13. I-77 Resolution  
Action:  
Council to consider proposed resolution.  
26 0511Approved I-77 Resolution  
BUSINESS  
14. 2026 Water Sewer Revenue Bonds and Construction Period  
Financing  
Action:  
A.  
Adopt bond orders and resolutions authorizing and approving issuance of Water Sewer  
Revenue Bonds and Revenue Bond Anticipation Notes and calling for the execution and  
delivery of various documents necessary to complete the sale,  
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Provide for the issuance of Water Sewer Revenue Bonds in an amount not to exceed  
$570,000,000 to refund outstanding 2024 Bond Anticipation Notes and callable Water and  
Sewer Refunding Revenue Bonds series 2015 and 2018,  
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Provide for the issuance of Water Sewer Construction Period Financing in an amount not to  
exceed $530,000,000,  
Provide for the issuance of additional Water Sewer Revenue Bonds for optional redemption  
to refund all or a portion of the city’s outstanding Water and Sewer System Refunding  
Revenue Bonds for approximately $633,000,000 Series 2018, Series 2019, and series 2020  
through tender and purchase of such bonds, and  
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Adopt a budget ordinance appropriating $1,203,000,000 in revenue bond proceeds to the  
Charlotte Water Revenue Bond Debt Service Fund.  
Staff Resource(s):  
Matt Hastedt, Finance  
Angela Charles, Charlotte Water  
Melissa Westfall, Charlotte Water  
Explanation  
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At the April 13, 2026, Business Meeting, City Council authorized the application to the Local  
Government Commission for debt issuance to fund Charlotte Water Capital Investment Plan  
projects and to refund existing debt.  
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This action provides for the issuance of up to $570 million comprised of the following:  
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Refunding of the 2024 construction period financing, which utilized a Bond  
Anticipation Note (BAN), of approximately $505 million. In 2024, the city obtained the  
BAN to fund projects on a short-term, interim basis and planned to convert it to  
long-term, fixed rate revenue bonds at the end of the 24-month construction period.  
Refunding of the callable Water and Sewer Refunding Revenue Bonds series 2015 and  
2018 up to $65 million for economic savings.  
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This action also authorizes a new construction period financing program for up to $530 million to  
provide for the short-term financings for projects in active construction or design.  
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Construction period financing such as Bond Anticipation Note (BANs) and Commercial Paper  
(CP), are commonly used debt financing tools used by municipal governments to help provide  
short term interim financing to capital projects.  
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Utilizing Construction Period Financings reduces interest cost, promotes rate stability, and  
provides flexibility in the timing of the spending.  
The 2026 Construction Period Financing of up to $530 million is planned in two steps: a  
short-term construction period draw program lasting up to 36 months, which will then be  
converted into long-term, fixed rate revenue bonds.  
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This action also provides for the issuance of additional Water Sewer Revenue Bonds to be used to  
refund all or a portion of approximately $633,000,000 bonds outstanding for the city’s non-callable  
Water and Sewer Refunding Revenue Bonds series 2018, 2019, and 2020 through purchase of such  
bonds upon tenders but will only be issued if and to the extent the city is able to achieve debt  
service savings.  
The revenue bonds and construction period financing will provide funding for projects  
concentrated in three areas:  
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Maintenance of existing treatment facilities to ensure reliable treatment process and  
regulatory compliance;  
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Rehabilitation and replacement of existing water and sewer infrastructure that has met its  
useful performance life; and  
Water and sewer infrastructure capacity and expansion due to growth of the service  
area.  
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These actions do not require rate increases.  
Fiscal Note  
Funding: Charlotte Water Revenue Bond Debt Service Fund  
Attachment(s)  
Bond Orders  
Resolutions  
Budget Ordinance  
Bond Anticipation Note Resolution - Charlotte Water and Sewer BANs, Series 2026  
Bond Order - Charlotte Water and Sewer Bond Anticipation Note, Series 2026  
Bond Order - Charlotte Water and Sewer Revenue Bonds, Series 2026  
Bond Resolution - Charlotte W&S Revenue Bonds, Series 2026  
Budget Ordinance - FY 2026 WS Revenue Bonds  
NOMINATIONS  
15. Nominations to the Business Advisory Committee  
Action:  
Nominate residents to serve as specified.  
Staff Resource(s):  
Stephanie Kelly, City Clerk’s Office  
Explanation  
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One appointment for a partial term recommended by the Black Chamber of Commerce beginning  
upon appointment and ending April 28, 2027.  
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Charlene Henderson did not meet attendance requirements.  
One appointment for a three-year term recommended by the Certified SBE-Hispanic Contractors  
Association beginning April 29, 2026, and ending April 28, 2029.  
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Domenico Santilli is ineligible for reappointment.  
One appointment for a three-year term recommended by the Charlotte Regional Business Alliance  
beginning April 29, 2026, and ending April 28, 2029.  
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Catherine Morrison did not meet attendance requirements.  
One appointment for a three-year term recommended by the LGBT+ Chamber of Commerce  
beginning July 1, 2026, and ending June 30, 2029.  
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John Castano Gallego is eligible for reappointment.  
One appointment for a three-year term recommended by the National Association of Women  
Business Owners beginning April 29, 2026, and ending April 28, 2029.  
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Marise Fernandes Kumar has served two terms and is ineligible for reappointment.  
One appointment for a three-year term recommended by the Metrolina Minority Contractors  
Association beginning April 29, 2026, and ending April 28, 2029.  
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Melody Compton did not meet attendance requirements.  
One appointment for a three-year term recommended by the Metrolina Native American Association  
beginning April 29, 2026, and ending April 28, 2029.  
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Gregory Bryant did not meet attendance requirements.  
Attachment(s)  
Business Advisory Committee Applications  
16. Nominations to the Charlotte Business Inclusion Advisory  
Committee  
Action:  
Nominate residents to serve as specified.  
Staff Resource(s):  
Stephanie Kelly, City Clerk’s Office  
Explanation  
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One appointment for a three-year term recommended by the Carolinas Association of General  
Contractors beginning March 1, 2026, and ending February 28, 2029.  
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Sharon Walters has resigned.  
One appointment for a three-year term recommended by the Hispanic Contractors Association of  
the Carolinas beginning March 1, 2026, and ending February 28, 2029.  
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Carolina Shoffner has resigned.  
One appointment for a three-year term recommended by the LGBT+ Chamber of Commerce  
beginning March 1, 2026, and ending February 28, 2029.  
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Ciara Lilly has resigned.  
One appointment for a three-year term recommended by the Metrolina Native American Association  
beginning March 1, 2026, and ending February 28, 2029.  
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Rebecca LaClaire has resigned.  
Attachment(s)  
Charlotte Business Inclusion Advisory Committee Applications  
17. Nominations to the Charlotte International Cabinet  
Action:  
Nominate residents to serve as specified.  
Staff Resource(s):  
Stephanie Kelly, City Clerk’s Office  
Explanation  
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One appointment for a three-year term beginning July 1, 2026, and ending June 30, 2029.  
Joseph Hoff is eligible for reappointment.  
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Attachment(s)  
Charlotte International Cabinet Applications  
18. Nominations to the Charlotte Water Advisory Committee  
Action:  
Nominate residents to serve as specified.  
Staff Resource(s):  
Stephanie Kelly, City Clerk’s Office  
Explanation  
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One appointment for a Financial Expert category representative for a partial term beginning upon  
appointment and ending June 30, 2027.  
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Cemental Grayson Rountree did not meet attendance requirements.  
Attachment(s)  
Charlotte Water Advisory Committee Applications  
19. Nominations to the Civil Service Board  
Action:  
Nominate residents to serve as specified.  
Staff Resource(s):  
Stephanie Kelly, City Clerk’s Office  
Explanation  
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One appointment for a three-year term beginning May 16, 2026, and ending May 15, 2029.  
Joshua Loyd is eligible for reappointment.  
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Attachment(s)  
Civil Service Board Applications  
20. Nominations to the Historic District Commission  
Action:  
Nominate residents to serve as specified.  
Staff Resource(s):  
Stephanie Kelly, City Clerk’s Office  
Explanation  
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One appointment for a three-year term beginning July 1, 2026, and ending June 30, 2029.  
Sean Sullivan is eligible for reappointment.  
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Attachment(s)  
Historic District Commission Applications  
21. Nominations to the Historic Landmarks Commission  
Action:  
Nominate residents to serve as specified.  
Staff Resource(s):  
Stephanie Kelly, City Clerk’s Office  
Explanation  
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One appointment for a partial term beginning upon appointment and ending July 16, 2027.  
Christina Benton has resigned.  
One appointment for a three-year term beginning July 17, 2026, and ending July 16, 2029.  
Charlie Miller is eligible for reappointment.  
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Attachment(s)  
Historic Landmarks Commission Applications  
22. Nominations to the Neighborhood Matching Grants Fund  
Action:  
Nominate residents to serve as specified.  
Staff Resource(s):  
Stephanie Kelly, City Clerk’s Office  
Explanation  
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One appointment for a Non-Profit Sector Representative for a two-year term beginning April 16,  
2026, and ending April 15, 2028.  
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Phillip Gusman has served two terms and is ineligible for reappointment.  
Attachment(s)  
Neighborhood Matching Grants Fund Applications  
23. Nominations to the Passenger Vehicle for Hire Board  
Action:  
Nominate residents to serve as specified.  
Staff Resource(s):  
Stephanie Kelly, City Clerk’s Office  
Explanation  
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One appointment for a Company Operating Certificate Licensee category representative for a  
three-year term beginning July 1, 2025, and ending June 30, 2028.  
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Alvin Stennett has served two terms and is ineligible for reappointment.  
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One appointment for a Representative of Persons with Disabilities for a partial term beginning upon  
appointment and ending June 30, 2026, and a three-year term beginning July 1, 2026, and ending  
June 30, 2029.  
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Melanie Dunston has resigned.  
Attachment(s)  
Passenger Vehicle for Hire Board Applications  
CONSENT  
24. Animal Care and Control Adoption Center Project  
Action:  
Approve a contract amendment in the amount of $7,315,090 with Albion General Contractors, Inc.  
for an early site package of the Animal Care and Control Adoption Center project.  
Staff Resource(s):  
Phil Reiger, General Services  
Kathleen Cishek, General Services  
Catherine Buchhofer, General Services  
Explanation  
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The Animal Care and Control Adoption Center will accommodate the growing number of animals  
coming into the main facility on Byrum Road while also providing a dedicated, accessible location for  
the public to meet, adopt, and foster animals in need of permanent homes.  
The adoption center will be over 30,000 square feet and will include dog kennels and dedicated  
space for cats, small pets, and kittens.  
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The facility will be located at 5400 South Tryon Street in Council District 3.  
On January 17, 2025, following a competitive selection process, City Council approved a contract  
with Albion General Contractors, Inc. in the amount of $1,529,572 for Design-Build design services  
for the Animal Care and Control Adoption Center project. Based on the design, a guaranteed  
maximum price (GMP) for an early site package was developed.  
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The early site package includes initial site preparation activities such as erosion control, tree  
removal, clearing, and grading to prepare the site for construction. Completing this work early  
expedites overall project delivery.  
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A second amendment to be issued at a later date will encompass the remaining construction  
services.  
The city’s design-build delivery method is in conformance with NC General Statute 143-128.1(a) and  
consistent with the Design-Build Institute of America best practices for progressive design-build.  
The project is anticipated to be complete by second quarter of 2028.  
Charlotte Business INClusion  
The city negotiates subcontracting participation for Design-Build contracts after the firm is selected, and  
scopes of work are defined for design and construction services. Albion General Contractors, Inc. has  
established project goals of 6.00% MBE and 12.00% WSBE participation. Albion General Contractors, Inc.  
has the opportunity to increase the goal throughout the life of the project.  
Fiscal Note  
General Capital Investment Plan  
Attachment(s)  
Map  
Map - AC&C Adoption Center  
25. NASCAR Hall of Fame Improvement Project  
Action:  
A.  
Approve a guaranteed maximum price not to exceed $12,500,000 with Holder Construction  
Group LLC for Construction Manager at Risk services for the construction of the NASCAR Hall  
of Fame Improvement Project, and  
B.  
Authorize the City Manager, or his designee, to negotiate, execute, amend, and modify the  
contracts consistent with the purpose for which the contract was approved.  
Staff Resource(s):  
Phil Reiger, General Services  
Kathleen Cishek, General Services  
Cathy Buchhofer, General Services  
Explanation  
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The NASCAR Hall of Fame welcomes more than 200,000 visitors each year, 65 percent of whom stay  
overnight, and engages approximately 21,000 students annually through its education program.  
On November 24, 2025, City Council approved $25 million in capital improvements to the NASCAR  
Hall of Fame.  
This project will create flexible learning and multi-purpose spaces, incorporate the NASCAR studio  
into a new merchandise shop, and improve entry, guest flow, and security to enhance the visitor  
experience.  
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This Guaranteed Maximum Price contract with Holder Construction Group LLC is for the initial phase  
of construction to expedite project delivery.  
Construction Manager at Risk services can consist of multiple phases including pre-construction,  
early work packages, and the construction phase.  
The pre-construction phase contract with Holder Construction Group LLC was executed on February  
24, 2026, in the amount of $458,099. A contract for the remainder of the construction phase will be  
brought to Council for approval in the summer of 2026.  
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The project is anticipated to be complete by the first quarter of 2028.  
Charlotte Business INClusion  
The city has negotiated an overall project goal of 12.00% MBE and 10.00% WSBE. Because this is a  
Construction Manager at Risk, Holder Construction Group LLC has the opportunity to add Minority (MBE),  
Women (WBE), or Small (SBE) Business Enterprise participation throughout the life of the Project.  
Fiscal Note  
Funding: NASCAR Hall of Fame Tax Fund  
26. Rea Road Widening  
Action:  
Authorize the City Manager to execute a contract in the amount of $9,215,000 to the lowest  
responsive, responsible bidder Sealand Contractors Corp for the Rea Road Widening (Interstate  
485 to Williams Pond Lane) Project.  
Staff Resource(s):  
Phil Reiger, General Services  
Kathleen Cishek, General Services  
Keith Bryant, General Services  
Explanation  
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This project, located in Council District 7, will improve mobility along Rea Road between Interstate  
485 and Williams Pond Lane by adding through lanes and turn lanes.  
Improvements will also include increased turn lane capacity at the intersections of Piper Station  
Drive and Ballantyne Commons Parkway.  
North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) will contribute $6,973,340 toward the cost of  
the project.  
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On April 10, 2026, the city issued an Invitation to Bid; three bids were received.  
Sealand Contractors Corp was selected as the lowest responsive, responsible bidder.  
The project is anticipated to be complete by third quarter of 2029.  
NCDOT Minority and Woman Business Enterprise  
In accordance with the USDOT Interim Final Rule, at this time, State MWBE goals cannot be established on  
contracts executed after October 3, 2025.  
Fiscal Note  
Funding: General Capital Investment Plan and North Carolina Department of Transportation funding  
Attachment(s)  
Map  
Map - Rea Road Widening  
27. Remount Road at West Boulevard Intersection  
Improvements  
Action:  
Approve a contract in the amount of $1,286,501.70 to the lowest responsive, responsible bidder  
Husky Construction Corp. for the Remount Road at West Boulevard Intersection Improvements  
Project.  
Staff Resource(s):  
Phil Reiger, General Services  
Kathleen Cishek, General Services  
Keith Bryant, General Services  
Explanation  
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This project will improve mobility and safety at the intersection of Remount Road and West  
Boulevard located in Council District 3 and the West Boulevard Corridor of Opportunity.  
Improvements will increase pedestrian walkability, improve transit access, and support placemaking  
while incorporating the history and culture of the surrounding community along the corridor.  
Work will include sidewalks, a decorative plaza, concrete seat walls, bus shelters with amenities,  
landscaping, and public art.  
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On February 24, 2026, the city issued an Invitation to Bid; six bids were received.  
Husky Construction Corp. was selected as the lowest responsive, responsible bidder.  
The project is anticipated to be complete by the first quarter of 2028.  
Charlotte Business INClusion  
Established MBE Goal: 5.00%  
Committed MBE Goal: 5.83%  
Husky Construction Corp. exceeded the established subcontracting goal and has committed 5.83% ($75,000)  
of the total contract amount to the following certified firm(s):  
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Streeter Trucking Company Inc. (MBE) ($75,000) (hauling)  
Established WSBE Goal: 14.00%  
Committed WSBE Goal: 14.69%  
Husky Construction Corp. exceeded the established subcontracting goal and has committed 14.69%  
($189,000) of the total contract amount to the following certified firm(s):  
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C & M Recycling, Inc. (WBE) ($8,000) (materials)  
JM Custom Construction LLC (WSBE) ($181,000) (concrete)  
Fiscal Note  
Funding: General Capital Investment Plan  
Attachment(s)  
Map  
Map - Remount Rd at West Blvd Intersection Improvements  
28. River District Firehouse 44 Design-Build Project  
Action:  
Approve a guaranteed maximum price in the amount of $17,635,415 with Samet Corporation for  
construction services for the River District Firehouse 44 Design-Build project.  
Staff Resource(s):  
Phil Reiger, General Services  
Kathleen Cishek, General Services  
Catherine Buchhofer, General Services  
Explanation  
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River District Firehouse 44 was identified in the Construct Fire Facilities Program and included in the  
Fiscal Year 2024 Adopted Budget.  
The River District Firehouse will be located at 7800 Dixie River Road in Council District 3 and will help  
manage response time standards and alleviate high call volume for surrounding firehouses.  
On October 28, 2024, following a competitive solicitation process, City Council approved a contract  
with Samet Corporation in the amount of $1,595,789 for the design phase of the River District  
Firehouse 44 Design-Build Project.  
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This contract amendment will complete 100 percent design and include construction services for the  
project.  
The city’s design-build delivery method is in conformance with NC General Statute 143-128.1(a) and  
consistent with the Design-Build Institute of America best practices for progressive design-build.  
The project is anticipated to be complete by first quarter of 2028.  
Charlotte Business INClusion  
The city negotiates subcontracting participation for Design-Build contracts after the firm is selected, and  
scopes of work are defined for design and construction services. Samet Corporation has established project  
goals of 15.00% MBE and 10.00% WSBE participation. Samet has the opportunity to increase the goal  
throughout the life of the project.  
Fiscal Note  
Funding: General Capital Investment Plan  
Attachment(s)  
Map  
Map - River District Firehouse 44 Design-Build Project  
29. Charlotte Water On-Call Professional Engineering Services  
Action:  
A.  
Approve contracts for on-call professional engineering services for a term of three years  
with the following:  
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Black & Veatch International Company,  
Brown & Caldwell, Inc.,  
CDM-Smith, Inc.,  
CMTA, Inc.,  
Garver,  
Gavel & Dorn Engineering,  
GHD,  
Hazen & Sawyer, P.C.,  
HDR Engineering of the Carolinas,  
Highfill Infrastructure (SBE),  
Southeastern Consulting Engineers Inc. (SBE),  
Stantec,  
Sturgill Engineering PA, and  
B.  
Authorize the City Manager to renew the contracts for one, two-year term with possible  
price adjustments and to amend the contracts consistent with the purpose for which the  
contracts were approved.  
Staff Resource(s):  
Angela Charles, Charlotte Water  
David Czerr, Charlotte Water  
Chuck Bliss, Charlotte Water  
Explanation  
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Charlotte Water requires professional engineering services for:  
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Facilities and infrastructure projects;  
Water and wastewater conveyance analysis, system modeling, and design;  
Industrial and commercial electrical work; and  
Structural, civil, and building systems.  
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On December 30, 2025, the city issued a Request for Qualifications (RFQ); 37 responses were  
received.  
The selected companies are the best qualified firms to meet the city’s needs based on  
demonstrated competence and qualification of professional services in response to the RFQ  
requirements.  
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Annual aggregate expenditures are estimated to be $8,000,000.  
Charlotte Business INClusion  
Southeastern Consulting Engineers, Inc. and Highfill Infrastructure are city-certified SBEs. The city negotiates  
subcontracting participation after the proposal selection process. Each of the firms listed identified certified  
firm(s) to be utilized as scopes of work are defined:  
Black & Veatch International Company  
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AME Consulting Engineers, PC (SBE) (building and mechanical design)  
Avioimage Mapping Services, Inc. (SBE) (aerial mapping)  
CES Group Engineers, LLP (WBE) (subsurface utility engineering and traditional survey services)  
CriTek Engineering Group, P.C. (MBE, SBE) (design and construction support services)  
Froehling & Robertson, Inc. (MBE) (geotechnical, testing, special inspections, and environmental)  
Richa Graphics (SBE) (reprographics)  
Southeastern Consulting Engineers, Inc. (SBE) (electrical engineering services)  
Tidemark Land Services (SBE) (land surveying)  
Brown & Caldwell, Inc.  
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Forrest Geomatics PLLC (SBE) (surveying services)  
Froehling & Robertson, Inc. (MBE) (geotechnical investigations, construction material testing, and/or  
inspection services)  
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Habitat Assessment and Restoration Professionals, Inc. (WBE, SBE) (wetlands and environmental  
fieldwork)  
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Hinde Engineering, Inc. (SBE) (permitting assistance and pipeline design services)  
Richa Graphics (SBE) (reproduction services)  
Southeastern Consulting Engineers, Inc. (SBE) (electrical design)  
CDM Smith, Inc.  
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AME Consulting Engineers, PC (SBE) (mechanical and plumbing engineering services)  
Avioimage Mapping Services, Inc. (SBE) (aerial photography)  
CES Group Engineers, LLP (WBE) (surveying and subsurface utility engineering)  
EDT, PLLC (MBE) (field engineering and inspections)  
Froehling & Robertson, Inc. (MBE) (geotechnical engineering and drilling)  
Richa Graphics (MBE, SBE) (printing and documentation reproduction)  
Southeastern Consulting Engineers, Inc. (SBE) (electrical engineering)  
Stewart Engineering, Inc. (MBE) (surveying and subsurface utility engineering)  
CMTA, Inc.  
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Neighboring Concepts, PLLC (MBE) (architectural services)  
Garver  
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Avioimage Mapping Services, Inc. (SBE) (aerial photography)  
Froehling & Robertson, Inc. (MBE) (geotechnical evaluation and materials testing)  
Neighboring Concepts, PLLC (MBE) (architecture)  
Southeastern Consulting Engineers, Inc. (SBE) (electrical engineering)  
The Survey Company, Inc. (SBE) (surveying and subsurface utility engineering)  
Gavel & Dorn Engineering  
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CG2 Exploration LLC (SBE) (subsurface exploration drilling)  
Southeast Geomatics Group LLC (SBE) (professional land surveying services)  
GHD  
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Avioimage Mapping Services, Inc. (SBE) (aerial survey)  
CES Group Engineers, LLP (WBE) (surveying and subsurface utility engineering)  
CriTek Engineering Group, P.C. (MBE, SBE) (engineering support)  
Froehling & Robertson, Inc. (MBE) (geotechnical)  
Habitat Assessment and Restoration Professionals, Inc.(WBE, SBE) (environmental)  
Richa Graphics (SBE) (reproduction)  
Sweetwater Utility Exploration LLC (WBE) (subsurface utility locate)  
Hazen & Sawyer, P.C.  
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Amplify Consulting LLC dba Civility Localized (MBE, SBE) (community outreach and engagement)  
Avioimage Mapping Services, Inc. (SBE) (aerial mapping)  
CES Group Engineers, LLP (WBE) (surveying)  
EDT, PLLC (MBE) (supplemental construction field services)  
Froehling & Robertson, Inc. (MBE) (geotechnical engineering investigations)  
Gulf Coast LLC (SBE) (real estate/easement acquisition)  
Lawrence Associates, PA (SBE) (surveying)  
Mid-Carolina Reprographics (WBE) (document reproduction)  
Neighboring Concepts, PLLC (MBE) (architecture)  
Southeastern Consulting Engineers, Inc. (SBE) (electrical engineering)  
Sweetwater Utility Exploration, LLC (WBE) (subsurface utility locates)  
HDR Engineering of the Carolinas  
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AME Consulting Engineers, PC (SBE) (mechanical, electrical, plumbing)  
Amplify Consulting LLC dba Civility Localized (MBE, SBE) (strategic communications)  
Avioimage Mapping Services, Inc. (SBE) (aerial survey)  
Capstone Civil Engineering, Inc. (MBE, SBE) (geotechnical)  
CES Group Engineers, LLP (WBE) (surveying)  
CriTek Engineering Group, PC (MBE, SBE) (conveyance, resident project representative)  
Froehling & Robertson, Inc. (MBE) (geotechnical, special inspections)  
Highfill Infrastructure Engineering PC (SBE) (civil engineering)  
Richa Graphics (SBE) (printing)  
Southeastern Consulting Engineers, Inc. (SBE) (electrical)  
Highfill Infrastructure (SBE)  
Carolina Wetland Services, Inc. (WBE, SBE) (environmental and permitting support)  
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CriTek Engineering Group, PC (MBE, SBE) (engineering and construction support)  
Southeastern Consulting Engineers, Inc. (SBE) (electrical engineering services)  
Tidemark Land Services (SBE) (surveying)  
Southeastern Consulting Engineers, Inc. (SBE)  
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Capstone Civil Group, Inc. (MBE) (subsurface geotechnical support)  
Mid-Carolina Reprographics (WBE) (document reproduction)  
Sweetwater Utility Exploration, LLC (WBE) (subsurface utility locates)  
Tidemark Land Services (SBE) (surveying)  
Stantec  
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Avioimage Mapping Services, Inc. (SBE) (aerial survey, LiDAR)  
Carolina Wetland Services, Inc. (WBE, SBE) (wetland delineation and environmental permitting)  
CriTek Engineering Group, PC (MBE, SBE) (civil/site design)  
Froehling & Robertson, Inc. (MBE) (geotechnical investigation)  
Lawrence Associates, PA (SBE) (survey and SUE investigation)  
Richa Graphics (SBE) (printing)  
Southeastern Consulting Engineers, Inc. (SBE) (electrical systems design)  
Sturgill Engineering, PA  
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Richa Graphics (MBE, SBE) (signage, printing, and document reproduction)  
Smart Electric Company, Inc. (WBE) (field data collection)  
Fiscal Note  
Funding: Charlotte Water Capital Investment Plan  
30. Water and Sanitary Sewer Service Installations  
Action:  
Approve a contract in the amount of $8,585,958.70 to the lowest responsive, responsible bidder  
Fuller & Co. Construction, LLC for the installation of water and sanitary sewer service connections.  
Staff Resource(s):  
Angela Charles, Charlotte Water  
David Czerr, Charlotte Water  
Chuck Bliss, Charlotte Water  
Explanation  
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This contract is for small diameter water and sanitary sewer service installations.  
On March 11, 2026, the city issued an Invitation to Bid; five bids were received.  
Fuller & Co. Construction, LLC was selected as the lowest responsive, responsible bidder.  
This project is anticipated to be complete by the second quarter of 2028.  
Charlotte Business INClusion  
Established MWSBE Goal: 10.00%  
Committed MWSBE Goal: 4.26%  
Fuller & Co. Construction, LLC failed to meet the established contract goal but earned the required minimum  
Good Faith Effort Points. Fuller & Co. Construction, LLC has committed 4.26% ($365,500) of the total  
contract amount to the following certified firm(s):  
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Mohawk Traffic Services LLC (SBE) ($90,000) (traffic control)  
J. T. Wilson Hardscapes & Concrete (SBE) ($185,500) (concrete)  
Safeway Traffic Control, Inc. (WBE) ($90,000) (traffic)  
Fiscal Note  
Funding: Charlotte Water Capital Investment Plan  
31. Water Transmission Main Improvements and Repair  
Action:  
Approve a contract amendment for $4,317,453 to State Utility Contractors, Inc. for additional  
Design-Build design and construction services for the Water Transmission Improvements and  
Repairs Project.  
Staff Resource(s):  
Angela Charles, Charlotte Water  
David Czerr, Charlotte Water  
Chuck Bliss, Charlotte Water  
Explanation  
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On June 8, 2020, following a competitive solicitation process, City Council approved a contract with  
State Utility Contractors, Inc. in the amount of $1,923,793 for Design-Build design services for  
Water Transmission Main Improvements and Repairs.  
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Design of a water transmission main in the Iron District along Cedar Street in Council District  
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Design for replacing a water transmission main in Old Statesville Road from Gibbon Road to  
Pete Brown Road in Council District 2, and  
Construction costs for replacing an existing valve necessary for distribution system on Old  
Statesville Road near Independence Hill Road adjacent to Council District 4.  
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Requests for the approval of additional guaranteed maximum prices for construction of various  
project segments will be presented to City Council in the future.  
The project is anticipated to be complete by the first quarter of 2027.  
Charlotte Business INClusion  
The city negotiates contract participation for Design-Build contracts after scopes of work are defined for  
construction services. State Utility Contractors, Inc. has committed ($136,125) or 3.15% of the contract  
amendment for design and construction services to the following certified firm(s):  
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Froehling & Robertson, Inc. (MBE) ($14,225) (geotechnical drilling and investigations)  
JM Custom Construction, LLC (WBE, SBE) ($4,200) (concrete)  
Lawrence Associates PA (SBE) ($3,500) (surveying)  
Trull Contracting, LLC (SBE) ($114,200) (asphalt repair and traffic markings)  
Fiscal Note  
Funding: Charlotte Water Capital Investment Plan  
Attachment(s)  
Maps  
Map - Water Transmission Main Improvements and Repair  
Map - Iron District Transmission Main  
Map - Old Statesville Rd Transmission Main  
Map - Old Statesville Rd Valve Replacement  
32. Elvis Drive Storm Drainage Improvement Project  
Action:  
A.  
Approve a contract in the amount of $2,783,020.63 to the lowest responsive, responsible  
bidder GS Construction, Inc. for the Elvis Drive Storm Drainage Improvement Project, and  
B.  
Authorize the City Manager to amend the contract consistent with the purpose for which the  
contract was approved.  
Staff Resource(s):  
Angela Charles, Charlotte Water  
Mike Davis, Storm Water Services  
Logan Oliver, Storm Water Services  
Explanation  
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This project will replace aging infrastructure and reduce flooding on Cedarbrook Drive, Denbur Drive,  
and East Lake Road in Council District 5.  
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The work includes grading, storm drainage, water, in-stream structures, plantings, and asphalt  
paving.  
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On February 23, 2026, the city issued an Invitation to Bid; eight bids were received.  
GS Construction, Inc. was selected as the lowest responsive, responsible bidder.  
The project is anticipated to be complete by the second quarter of 2028.  
Charlotte Business INClusion  
Established MBE Goal: 5.00%  
Committed MBE Goal: 5.00%  
GS Construction, Inc. met the established contract goal and has committed 5.00% ($139,151) of the total  
contract amount to the following certified firm(s):  
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Mid-Atlantic Erosion Control, Inc. (MBE, SBE) ($60,740) (erosion control)  
Silverback Brothers LLC (MBE, SBE) ($78,411) (hauling services)  
Established WSBE Goal: 6.00%  
Committed WSBE Goal: 6.51%  
GS Construction, Inc. exceeded the established contract goal and has committed 6.51% ($181,166) of the  
total contract amount to the following certified firm(s):  
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B & N Grading, Inc. (WBE) ($151,801) (asphalt pavement)  
Pentacle, Inc. (WBE) ($29,365) (fence installation)  
Fiscal Note  
Funding: Stormwater Capital Investment Plan  
Attachment(s)  
Map  
Map - Elvis Dr SDIP  
33. Robert L. Smith Pond Water Quality Enhancement Project  
Action:  
A.  
Approve a contract in the amount of $2,047,717.96 to the lowest responsive, responsible  
bidder J. D. Goodrum Co., Inc. for the Robert L. Smith Pond Water Quality Enhancement  
Project, and  
B.  
Authorize the City Manager to amend the contract consistent with the purpose for which the  
contract was approved.  
Staff Resource(s):  
Angela Charles, Charlotte Water  
Mike Davis, Storm Water Services  
Logan Oliver, Storm Water Services  
Explanation  
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The project, located within Robert L. Smith District Park in Council District 3, consists of pond  
retrofits to improve surface water quality. Work will include grading, storm drainage infrastructure,  
forebay berm, toe drain system, filter diaphragm, spillway, and sanitary sewer.  
Detention ponds reduce stormwater runoff from development. These retrofits will increase the  
detention time to allow additional filtration and removal of pollutants.  
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On March 23, 2026, the city issued an Invitation to Bid; three bids were received.  
J. D. Goodrum Co., Inc. was selected as the lowest responsive, responsible bidder.  
The project is anticipated to be complete by the fourth quarter of 2027.  
Charlotte Business INClusion  
Established MWSBE Goal: 4.00%  
Committed MWSBE Goal: 59.73%  
J. D. Goodrum Co., Inc. exceeded the established contract goal and has committed 59.73% ($1,223,000)  
of the total contract amount to the following certified firm(s):  
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Pressley Site Works, LLC (WBE) ($1,200,000) (sitework)  
Trull Contracting, LLC (WBE) ($23,000) (paving)  
Fiscal Note  
Funding: Stormwater Capital Investment Plan  
Attachment(s)  
Map  
Map - Robert L Smith WQEP  
34. CATS Human Resources, Organizational Development, and  
Training On-Call Services  
Action:  
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Approve contracts for human resources, organizational development, and training on-call  
services for a term of three years with the following:  
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ApplePark Learning Solutions Inc.,  
California Creative Solutions Inc.,  
CPS HR Consulting,  
D. Wilson Agency LLC,  
DLT Consulting,  
Eagle Hill Consulting LLC,  
Educational Data Systems Inc.,  
Federal Management Partners LLC,  
Fountainworks Inc.,  
Goodwill Industries of the Southern Piedmont Inc.,  
Growmetix LLC,  
Insight Strategies Inc., and  
B.  
Authorize the City Manager to renew the contracts for up to four, one-year terms with  
possible price adjustments and to amend the contracts consistent with the purpose for  
which the contracts were approved.  
Staff Resource(s):  
Brent Cagle, CATS  
Elizabeth Presutti, CATS  
Explanation  
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To complement the existing CATS and City of Charlotte resources, CATS seeks to engage  
multidisciplinary consulting teams to provide professional services across a range of critical areas,  
including organizational strategy, professional training and development, human resources, and  
workforce development.  
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Services will include, but are not limited to, human resources infrastructure and policy development,  
position classification, talent acquisition, employee relations, compensation and compliance  
alignment, and workforce planning. Consultants will also design and deliver workforce development  
initiatives, including training, leadership development, and performance management programs that  
promote engagement, retention, and career mobility.  
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On December 10, 2025, the city issued a Request for Proposals (RFP); 74 responses were received.  
The companies selected best meet the city’s needs in terms of qualifications, experience, cost, and  
responsiveness to RFP requirements.  
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Out of the 12 selected vendors, three are based in the Charlotte region and an additional two are  
based in North Carolina. The remaining vendors have demonstrated expertise in transit operations,  
government-sector work, and/or highly specialized niche services. All selected vendors bring  
relevant experience supporting transit agencies or delivering specialized services within local  
government environments, ensuring alignment with CATS’ operational and strategic needs.  
At renewal, potential price adjustments may be considered based on legitimate and justified  
increases in the cost of doing business. The ability to consider price adjustments also allows the  
city to accept decreases, if warranted.  
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Annual aggregate expenditures are estimated to be $1,000,000.  
Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE)  
In accordance with the USDOT Interim Final Rule, dated October 3, 2025, DBE goals cannot be established on  
contracts executed after October 3, 2025.  
Fiscal Note  
Funding: CATS Operating and Capital Budgets  
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35.  
INLIVIAN Housing Revenue Bond Issuance Approval for  
Joyfield at Woodward Apartments  
Action:  
Adopt a resolution granting INLIVIAN’s request to issue new multi-family housing revenue bonds  
in an amount not to exceed $16,500,000 to finance the development of an affordable housing  
development known as Joyfield at Woodward Apartments.  
Staff Resource(s):  
Rebecca Hefner, Housing and Neighborhood Services  
Warren Wooten, Housing and Neighborhood Services  
Explanation  
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The action will not obligate the city financially or impact the Capital Investment Plan and is  
requested to satisfy Section 147(f) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, which requires the  
issuance of housing bonds to be approved by the local governmental unit with jurisdiction over the  
area where the development is located.  
INLIVIAN is requesting that City Council adopt a resolution authorizing the issuance of new  
multi-family housing revenue bonds for the Joyfield at Woodward Apartments, a 141-unit new  
construction affordable housing development to be developed, owned, and operated by Woodward  
Venture, LP, a North Carolina limited partnership (Developer) or an affiliated or related entity.  
The development will be located on approximately three acres at 901 Woodward Avenue, near the  
intersection of Woodward Avenue and North Graham Street and in walking distance to Camp North  
End in Council District 1, and will serve households earning up to 70 percent of the area median  
income.  
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The INLIVIAN bonds in an amount not to exceed $16,500,000 will be used to finance land acquisition  
and construction of the development.  
There is no Housing Trust Fund allocation or other city financial support affiliated with this  
development.  
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The Developer applied for four percent low-income housing tax credits and a housing bond allocation  
capacity from the North Carolina Housing Finance Agency (NCHFA) to help finance the land  
acquisition and construction of the Development, both of which received approval from the NCHFA.  
Tax credit and bond allocations are subject to federal income limits and set-aside rules and include  
deed restrictions.  
INLIVIAN, as a public housing authority, is duly authorized to issue housing bonds to finance  
developments that serve persons of low and moderate income, including developments in which it  
does not have an interest. The INLIVIAN Board of directors approved the issuance of the  
multi-family housing revenue bonds on August 19, 2025.  
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Attachment(s)  
Map  
Resolution  
Map - Joyfield at Woodward Apartments  
Resolution - INLIVIAN approval for Joyfield at Woodward Apartments  
36. Set a Public Hearing on the Dilworth Methodist Church South  
Historic Landmark Designation  
Action:  
Adopt a resolution setting a public hearing for June 22, 2026, to consider historic landmark  
designation for the property known as the “Dilworth Methodist Church South” (parcel identification  
number 121-053-01).  
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Historic Landmarks Commission Representative(s):  
Stewart Gray, Historic Landmark Department Director  
Tommy Warlick, Historic Landmarks Department Historic Preservation Specialist  
Staff Resource(s):  
Erin Chantry, Planning, Design, and Development  
Explanation  
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The city has received a recommendation from the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Historic Landmarks  
Commission (HLC) to designate the Dilworth Methodist Church South as a local historic landmark.  
Public hearings are required prior to City Council action on designation requests.  
The Dilworth Methodist Church South is located at 1829 Cleveland Avenue in Council District 1.  
Designation of this property could significantly contribute to its long-term preservation.  
The Dilworth Methodist Church South is listed under parcel identification number 121-053-01, and  
the recommended designation would include the exterior of the building and the land listed under tax  
parcel number 121-053-01.  
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The property is zoned NC(EX) HDO.  
The property is owned by On Cleveland LLC.  
Based on the current value, the potential amount of deferrable taxes would be approximately  
$4,311.09 for the City of Charlotte taxes and $7,749.28 for Mecklenburg County taxes.  
Attachment(s)  
Information Sheet  
Resolution  
Info sheet - Dilworth Methodist Church South HLD  
Resolution - Dilworth Methodist Church South HLD Public Hearing  
37. Set a Public Hearing on the Foard House Historic Landmark  
Designation  
Action:  
Adopt a resolution setting a public hearing for June 22, 2026, to consider historic landmark  
designation for the property known as the “Foard House” (parcel identification number  
107-172-19).  
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Historic Landmarks Commission Representative(s):  
Stewart Gray, Historic Landmark Department Director  
Tommy Warlick, Historic Landmarks Department Historic Preservation Specialist  
Staff Resource(s):  
Erin Chantry, Planning, Design, and Development  
Explanation  
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The city has received a recommendation from the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Historic Landmarks  
Commission (HLC) to designate the Foard House as a local historic landmark.  
Public hearings are required prior to City Council action on designation requests.  
The Foard House is located at 7410 Shady Lane in Council District 5.  
Designation of this property could significantly contribute to its long-term preservation.  
The Foard House is listed under parcel identification number 107-172-19, and the recommended  
designation would include the interior and exterior of the house and the land listed under tax parcel  
number 107-172-19.  
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The property is zoned N1-A.  
The property is owned by Virginia L. Walker.  
Based on the current value, the potential amount of deferrable taxes would be approximately  
$573.78 for the City of Charlotte taxes and $1,031.47 for Mecklenburg County taxes.  
Attachment(s)  
Information Sheet  
Resolution  
Info sheet - Foard House HLD  
Resolution - Foard House HLD Public Hearing  
CONSENT - PROPERTY TRANSACTIONS  
38. In Rem Remedy: 12024 Susanna Drive  
Action:  
Adopt an ordinance authorizing the use of In Rem Remedy to demolish and remove a  
structure at 12024 Susanna Drive.  
Property Address: 12024 Susanna Drive  
Parcel Identification Number: 031-221-29  
https://polaris3g.mecklenburgcountync.gov/pid/03122129  
Council District: 2  
Public Purpose:  
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Eliminate a blighting influence  
Remedy substandard, dilapidated or dangerous housing  
Support public safety initiatives  
Uphold the Minimum Housing Code  
Council Priorities: Great Neighborhoods and Safe Communities  
Attachment(s)  
In Rem Packet  
In Rem Packet - 12024 Susanna Dr  
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39. In Rem Remedy: 1101 Vickery Drive  
Action:  
Adopt an ordinance authorizing the use of In Rem Remedy to demolish and remove a  
structure at 1101 Vickery Drive.  
Property Address: 1101 Vickery Drive  
Parcel Identification Number: 097-104-11  
https://polaris3g.mecklenburgcountync.gov/pid/09710411  
Council District: 1  
Public Purpose:  
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Eliminate a blighting influence  
Remedy substandard, dilapidated or dangerous housing  
Support public safety initiatives  
Uphold the Minimum Housing Code  
Council Priorities: Great Neighborhoods and Safe Communities  
Attachment(s)  
In Rem Packet  
In Rem Packet - 1101 Vickery Dr  
40. In Rem Remedy: 4621 Willard Street  
Action:  
Adopt an ordinance authorizing the use of In Rem Remedy to demolish and remove a  
structure at 4621 Willard Street.  
Property Address: 4621 Willard Street  
Parcel Identification Number: 063-084-62  
https://polaris3g.mecklenburgcountync.gov/pid/06308462  
Council District: 2  
Public Purpose:  
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Remedy substandard, dilapidated or dangerous housing  
Support public safety initiatives  
Uphold the Minimum Housing Code  
Council Priorities: Great Neighborhoods and Safe Communities  
Attachment(s)  
In Rem Packet  
In Rem Packet - 4621 Willard St  
41. Aviation Property Transactions - 7830 Douglas Drive  
Action:  
Approve the following acquisition: 7830 Douglas Drive  
The property is acquired in accordance with Federal Regulations in 49 C.F.R. Part 24  
that implement the Uniform Acquisition and Relocation Act of 1970. Acquisition costs  
are eligible for Federal Aviation Administration Reimbursement.  
Project: Aviation Master Plan  
Owner(s): Keith Douglas Cain Estate  
Property Address: 7830 Douglas Drive  
Total Parcel Area: 39,509 sq. ft. (0.907 ac.)  
Property to be acquired by Fee Simple: 39,509 sq. ft. (0.907 ac.)  
Property to be acquired by Easements: None  
Structures/Improvements to be impacted: Single-family home  
Landscaping to be impacted: Minimal impact on small shrubs and trees  
Zoned: N1-A (ANDO)  
Use: Single-family residential  
Parcel Identification Number(s): 141-221-22  
https://polaris3g.mecklenburgcountync.gov/pid/14122122  
Purchase Price: $343,000, and all relocation benefits in compliance with federal,  
state, or local regulations  
Council District: 3  
42. Aviation Property Transactions - 7920 Steele Creek Road  
Action:  
Approve the following acquisition: 7920 Steele Creek Road  
The property is acquired in accordance with Federal Regulations in 49 C.F.R. Part 24 that  
implement the Uniform Acquisition and Relocation Act of 1970. Acquisition costs are eligible  
for Federal Aviation Administration Reimbursement.  
Project: EIS Mitigation Land South  
Program: N/A  
Owner(s): Olympia & Wright LLC  
Property Address: 7920 Steele Creek Road  
Total Parcel Area: 37,026 sq. ft. (0.85 ac.)  
Property to be acquired by Easements: None  
Structures/Improvements to be impacted: None  
Landscaping to be impacted: None  
Zoned: N1-A(ANDO)  
Use: Vacant Land  
Parcel Identification Number(s): 141-112-31, 141-112-32, and 141-112-33  
https://polaris3g.mecklenburgcountync.gov/pid/14111231  
https://polaris3g.mecklenburgcountync.gov/pid/14111232  
https://polaris3g.mecklenburgcountync.gov/pid/14111233  
Purchase Price: $445,000, and all relocation benefits in compliance with federal, state, or  
local regulations  
Council District: Adjacent to City Council District 3  
43. Property Transactions - Arrowood Road and Forest Point  
Boulevard, Parcel # 2  
Action:  
Approve the following condemnation: Strategic Investment Area Arrowood Road and  
Forest Point Boulevard, Parcel # 2  
Project: Arrowood Road and Forest Point Boulevard  
Owner(s): Faison-Arrowood Properties Limited Partnership  
Property Address: 7901 Forest Point Boulevard  
Total Parcel Area: 69,945 sq. ft. (1.606 ac.)  
Property to be acquired by Easements: 334 sq. ft. (0.008 ac.) in sidewalk utility  
easement, 114 sq. ft. (0.003 ac.) in permanent shelter easement, and 400 sq. ft. (0.009  
ac.) in temporary construction easement  
Structures/Improvements to be impacted: None  
Landscaping to be impacted: None  
Zoned: B-D (CD)  
Use: Distributive Business (conditional zoning)  
Parcel Identification Number(s): 203-031-34  
https://polaris3g.mecklenburgcountync.gov/pid/20303134  
Appraised Value: $4,300  
Property Owner’s Concerns: The property owner is concerned about the easement  
language.  
City’s Response to Property Owner’s Concerns: The city explained the rationale of the  
easement language and how it meets the objectives for the project. The city continues to  
negotiate with the property owner.  
Recommendation: The recommendation is to proceed to condemnation during which time  
negotiations can continue, mediation is available, and if necessary, just compensation can  
be determined by the court.  
Council District: 3  
Attachment(s): Map  
Map - Arrowood Rd and Forest Point Blvd, Parcel #2  
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REFERENCES  
44. Reference - Property Acquisitions and Condemnations  
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The city has negotiated in good faith to acquire the properties set forth below.  
For acquisitions, the property owner and staff have agreed on a price based on appraisals and/or  
estimates.  
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In the case of condemnations, the value was established by an independent, certified appraisal  
followed by a third-party appraisal review.  
Real Estate staff diligently attempts to contact all property owners by:  
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Sending introductory letters via regular and certified mail,  
Making several site visits,  
Leaving door hangers and business cards,  
Seeking information from neighbors,  
Searching the internet,  
Obtaining title abstracts, and  
Leaving voice messages.  
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For most condemnation cases, the city and the property owner(s) have been unable to reach a  
settlement. In some cases, condemnation is necessary to ensure a clear title to the property.  
If the City Council approves the resolutions, the City Attorney’s office will initiate condemnation  
proceedings. As part of the condemnation process, real estate staff and the City Attorney’s Office  
will continue to negotiate, including court-mandated mediation, in an attempt to resolve the matter.  
Most condemnation cases are settled by the parties prior to going to court.  
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If a settlement cannot be reached, the case will proceed to a trial before a judge or jury to  
determine “just compensation.”  
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Full text of each resolution is on file with the City Clerk’s Office.  
The definition of easement is a right created by grant, reservation, agreement, prescription, or  
necessary implication, which one has in the land of another, it is either for the benefit of land, such  
as right to cross A to get to B, or “in gross,” such as public utility easement.  
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The term “fee simple” is a synonym for ownership and is an estate under which the owner is entitled  
to unrestricted powers to dispose of the property, and which can be left by will or inherited.  
45. Reference - Property Transaction Process  
Property Transaction Process Following City Council Approval for Condemnation  
The following overview is intended to provide further explanation for the process of property transactions  
that are approved by City Council for condemnation.  
Approximately six weeks of preparatory work is required before the condemnation lawsuit is filed. During  
this time, the City continues to negotiate with the property owner in an effort to reach a mutual  
settlement.  
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If a settlement is reached, the condemnation process is stopped, and the property transaction  
proceeds to a real estate closing.  
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If a settlement cannot be reached, the condemnation lawsuit is filed. Even after filing, negotiations  
continue between the property owner and the City’s legal representative. Filing of the  
condemnation documents allows:  
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The City to gain access and title to the subject property so the capital project can proceed  
on schedule.  
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The City to deposit the appraised value of the property in an escrow account with the Clerk  
of Court. These funds may be withdrawn by the property owner immediately upon filing, and  
at any time thereafter, with the understanding that additional funds transfer may be required  
at the time of final settlement or at the conclusion of litigation.  
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If a condemnation lawsuit is filed, the final trial may not occur for 18 to 24 months; however, a vast  
majority of the cases settle prior to final trial. The City’s condemnation attorney remains actively  
engaged with the property owner to continue negotiations throughout litigation.  
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North Carolina law requires that all condemnation cases go through formal non-binding  
mediation, at which an independent certified mediator attempts to facilitate a successful  
settlement. For the minority of cases that do not settle, the property owner has the right  
to a trial by judge or jury in order to determine the amount of compensation the property  
owner will receive.  
46. Reference - Charlotte Business INClusion Program  
The following excerpts from the City of Charlotte’s Charlotte Business INClusion Administrative Procedures  
Manual are intended to provide further explanation for those agenda items that reference the Charlotte  
Business INClusion Program in the business meeting agenda.  
Section 7.11 Small Business Market Strategy  
Section 7.11: The Business Inclusion Officer may develop a market strategy for SBEs that may consist of  
setting aside certain classes or sizes of contracts for targeted Solicitations to SBEs.  
Section 3.1 Contract Goals  
Section 3.1.2: Contract Goals: One or more contract goals may be established for all Contracts of  
$100,000 or more.  
Section 3.1.3: Types of Contract Goals: A Contract Goal can be a (i) MWSBE Goal, (ii) MBE Goal, (iii) SBE  
Goal, (iv) WBE Goal, (v) MSBE Goal, (vi) WSBE Goal or (vii) MWBE Goal.  
Section 3.1.4: Participation Plan for Specific City Agreements:  
3.1.4.1: Participation Plans shall be used for Contracts using the Infrastructure Reimbursements  
Agreements, Developer Agreements, Financial Partner agreements, design-build construction  
delivery method, construction manager at-risk delivery method, and public-private partnership  
construction delivery method. The Business Inclusion Officer may require a Participation Plan for  
other Contracts not specified in this section.  
3.1.4.2: The Business Inclusion Officer shall draft a Participation Plan describing what outreach and  
other efforts the Contractor will be required to undertake to meet the Contract Goals established  
for the Contract. Any revisions to a Participation Plan after submission shall be approved in writing  
by the Business Inclusion Officer.  
Section 3.1.5: Negotiated Contract Goals:  
3.1.5.1: The City may negotiate with a Business Enterprise regarding prospective MWSBE utilization on  
a Contract prior to its Solicitation. In such instances, the negotiation regarding any Contract Goals  
may involve scopes of work that are undefined prior to Solicitation but will consist of an overall City  
expenditure of funds that is known.  
Section 3.1.6: No Contract Goals: Contract Goals will not be established on a Contract if (i) there are no  
MWSBEs to perform the work for the Contract or (ii) it is an Exempt Contract.  
Section 8.0 Definitions  
Section 8.15: Contract: Any written agreement between the City and Business Enterprise, or any  
modification thereof, obligating the Business Enterprise to furnish goods or services to the City or perform  
construction activities for the City. This term shall not include exempt contracts.  
Section 8.21: Exempt Contracts: The following Contracts are exempt from all aspects of the CBI Program  
unless a Department elects otherwise:  
8.21.1 Federal Funded Agreements: Contracts that are subject to the U.S. Department of  
Transportation Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Program as set forth in 49 CFR Part 26 or any  
successor legislation.  
8.21.2 Financial Partner Agreements: Contracts with a Financial Partner that has an existing MWSBE  
program or DBE program that the Financial Partner uses regularly and can provide evidence thereof.  
8.21.3 Interlocal Agreements: Contracts with other units of federal, state, or local government.  
8.21.4 Legal Services: Contracts to provide legal services on behalf of the City or its employees or  
elected officials.  
8.21.5 No Competitive Process: Contracts that are entered into without a competitive process, or  
entered into based on a competitive process administered by an entity other than the City,  
including but not limited to agreements that are entered into by sole sourcing, piggybacking, buying  
off the North Carolina State contract, buying from a competitive bidding group purchasing program  
as allowed under North Carolina General Statutes § 143-129(e)(3), or using the emergency  
procurement procedures established by the North Carolina General Statutes.  
8.21.6 Real Estate Leasing and Acquisition: Contracts for the acquisition or lease of real estate.  
8.21.7 Special Exemptions: Contracts where the Department and the Business Inclusion Officer agree  
that there was no discretion to hire an MWSBE including, but not limited to, payments or  
reimbursements to City employees or the procurement of utilities.  
8.21.8 State Funded Agreements. Contracts that are subject to an MWBE Goal set by the State of  
North Carolina pursuant to North Carolina General Statutes § 143- 128.2  
Section 5.0: Responsibilities After Contract Award  
Section 5.4: New Subcontracting Opportunities  
5.4.1: If a Contract has a previously unidentified opportunity for MWSBE participation or if a scope of  
work has been enlarged or increased, then the Contractor shall notify the Department Head.  
5.4.2 Notice: Contractor shall promptly notify the Department Head of the new opportunity for MWSBE  
participation and whether existing MWSBE Subcontractors on the Contract can and/or will perform  
the new work.  
5.4.3 Response: Upon receipt of the notice under Section 5.4.2, the Department Head shall notify the  
Contractor that (i) there will be no Supplemental Goal or (ii) there will be a Supplemental Goal based  
on MWSBE availability.  
Section 7.12: Financial Partners  
7.12.1 Exemption: If a Financial Partner currently administers a program for MWSBEs, then the Financial  
Partner may seek an exemption from the Business Inclusion Officer by communicating an intent to  
use the Financial Partner’s existing program in lieu of adhering to the CBI Program. Determinations  
are made on a case-by-case basis by Business Inclusion Officer.  
7.12.2 Contract Goals: A Financial Partner shall be subject to Section 3 (Goals) and Section 4 (Good  
Faith Efforts) if the Financial Partner has not been exempted pursuant to Section 7.11.1.