Five-Term Mayor Vi Lyles Reflects on Legacy Published on June 30, 2026 In her final interview as mayor of Charlotte, Mayor Vi Lyles reflects on the legacy she is leaving and what is next for her. Tagged as: , Honors & Awards
Newly Appointed Charlotte Mayor to be Sworn In Published on June 29, 2026 Rob Harrington will take the oath of office to officially begin his term as the 60th mayor of the City of Charlotte. Harrington was appointed to the office by Charlotte City Council on June 22, 2026. Tagged as: , Media Releases
No Delay to Independence Day Trash Collection Schedule Published on June 29, 2026 City of Charlotte Solid Waste Services will collect residential garbage, recycling and yard waste on Friday, July 3. Bulky waste will be collected as scheduled. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Great News! Another year of great water Published on June 25, 2026 Charlotte Water has published its 2025 Drinking Water Quality Report, showing zero violations and continued delivery of safe, high-quality water to over one million customers. The report, mailed to Mecklenburg County homes in early June, details water sources, over 180,000 annual tests, and safety updates on lead, copper, and forever chemicals. Tagged as: , Announcements
City of Charlotte Announces Interim Mayor Published on June 23, 2026 Charlotte City Council announced the selection of Interim Mayor Robert Harrington to fill the vacancy created by the resignation of Mayor Vi Lyles. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Mayor Pro Tem James Mitchell to Hold Town Hall Event Published on June 22, 2026 Join Mayor Pro Tem James Mitchell to discuss collaboration in order to better communicate. Tagged as: , Media Releases
What are Stormwater Control Measures? Published on June 22, 2026 Stormwater Control Measures (SCMs) are engineered systems that can store and slow down stormwater, reducing flooding, erosion and pollutant loads before the stormwater reaches local waterways like creeks, rivers and lakes. Tagged as: , Announcements, Environment
Father's Day: Legacies of Service within the City of Charlotte Published on June 21, 2026 For Father’s Day, we are spotlighting fathers who work alongside their children at the City of Charlotte. Tagged as: , Honors & Awards
Freedom, Service and the Uniform Published on June 19, 2026 For Juneteenth, three Charlotte Fire members reflect on family history, representation and service, showing how the uniform carries more than rank. It carries pride, sacrifice and the responsibility to inspire the next generation. Tagged as: , Arts & Culture, Public Safety
Charlotte Urban Design Center Announces 2026 Placemaking Grants Published on June 18, 2026 The City of Charlotte has chosen the recipients for this year’s Placemaking Grant program. In partnership with the Corridors of Opportunity program, the Office of Sustainability and Resilience, and the Vision Zero program, the city awarded a total of $175,000 to support community-led projects. Tagged as: , Media Releases