Mecklenburg County News Releases

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  1. Resident Budget Survey: What Would Make Mecklenburg County a Better Place? Your Money. Your Community. Your Voice.

    Residents of Mecklenburg County have until the end of February to let us know what they think would make our community a better place. The resident budget survey for Mecklenburg County’s Fiscal Year 2024-2025 spending plan will be open through Feb. 29. It is available at Budget.MeckNC.gov.
  2. Siemens Energy Selects Mecklenburg County for Upcoming Expansion

    Siemens Energy, one of the world's leading energy technology companies, has selected Mecklenburg County for its advanced manufacturing facility to produce large power transformers. The company will invest $149,859,000 and bring 475 new jobs to Charlotte.
  3. County’s Juvenile Crime Prevention Council Seeking to Support Organizations that Work with At-Risk Youth

    The Juvenile Crime Prevention Council (JCPC) is now accepting applications for funding of programs that serve at-risk and delinquent youth, or otherwise under the supervision of juvenile court. 
  4. National ‘Give Kids A Smile Day’ to Serve Uninsured Children and Families

    Public Health will participate in National Give Kids A Smile Day, offering free dental services to Mecklenburg County children.
  5. Caring for Clients: CSS’s Substance Use Services Re-accredited for Three Years

    Mecklenburg County’s Substance Use Services team recently earned re-accreditation for three years by the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF).  
  6. Public Health Recognizes National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day

    Mecklenburg County Public Health will observe National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day on Feb. 7. The day was first observed in 1999. 
  7. Park and Recreation Launches a Spring Youth Pickleball League

    The Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation Department is starting off 2024 with a new youth pickleball league.  
  8. 2024 Mecklenburg County Senior Games and SilverArts Registration to Open Feb. 5

    Established to promote health and wellness for people 50 years old and up, the annual Mecklenburg County Senior Games and SilverArts provide a forum to meet new people, enjoy healthy competition, be creative, and, most importantly, to HAVE FUN! Will you be the winner of the next annual Senior Games?
  9. Celebrate Black History Month with Mecklenburg County

    Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation is celebrating Black History Month in February with several events that honor the legacy of Black Americans in Mecklenburg County and beyond.  
  10. Property Tax Relief: Apply Now for a Break on Your Bill

     Senior citizens on a fixed income. A disabled resident unable to work. A veteran living in a home adapted for their needs. These are examples of Mecklenburg County residents who might qualify for a break on their property taxes.