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Press release: Charlotte needs emergency action on deadly streets

Press release: Charlotte needs emergency action on

Charlotte needs to step up its game to keep the residents who use our streets safe.

Bring Back Red-Light Cameras To Save Lives

Bring Back Red-Light Cameras To Save Lives

Automated enforcement can reduce deadly crashes at Charlotte intersections.

Press release: Charlotte needs emergency action on deadly streets
Bring Back Red-Light Cameras To Save Lives
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Together, We’re Shaping a Community Where Everyone Thrives

We believe great communities don’t happen by accident — they’re built through thoughtful choices about how we grow and move.

When we design neighborhoods where people can easily walk, bike, ride transit, and live close to what they need, we create places that are healthier, more equitable, and more connected.

By working together — neighbors, leaders, and advocates — we’re building a region where everyone can thrive. And with your support, we can get there even faster.

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Bring Back Red-Light Cameras To Save Lives

January 16, 2026

Earlier this week, our community lost Lance Sotelo, a 25-year-old whose life was cut short when a driver ran a red light on The Plaza. Lance was young, full of promise, and deeply […]

New Mecklenburg Public Transit Authority launches

December 19, 2025

The new Metropolitan Public Transportation Authority (MPTA) held its very first organizational meeting on Thursday evening to formally begin the transition toward a new, regionally governed transit system for Mecklenburg […]

City Council Adopts New Plans for Half of Charlotte, Delays the Rest

November 24, 2025

At their November 24 meeting, the Charlotte City Council voted to delay the adoption of all 14 Community Area Plans (CAPs), choosing instead to adopt seven and delay the rest. These plans set […]

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