Local Government Affairs
2026 NAIOP NC State Conference Highlights
2026 NAIOP NC State Conference Highlights The 2026 NAIOP NC State Conference marked a historic milestone for our organization, welcoming a record-breaking 400+ industry professionals from across North Carolina. Whether you joined us in person or are catching up now, the conference featured timely insights, dynamic discussions, and meaningful connections that continue to strengthen our…
Read MoreREBIC – Charlotte Commercial Real Estate – 2026 Economic Outlook Speculates on Growth, Data Centers, Tariffs, Labor Trends and More.
REBIC – Charlotte Commercial Real Estate – 2026 Economic Outlook Speculates on Growth, Data Centers, Tariffs, Labor Trends and More. From REBIC – 3/24/26 Taken from the Charlotte Business Journal. Published 2.27.2026 Despite tariffs, persistent inflation worries and a challenged labor market, Charlotte continues to outpace its peers, with some of the strongest evidence coming in…
Read MoreREBIC – 2027 Citizens Revaluation Commission is Announced
REBIC – 2027 Citizens Revaluation Commission is Announced From REBIC – 3/24/26 The 2027 Citizens Revaluation Commission was just appointed last week by the Mecklenburg County Commission. This group will oversee the County’s property revaluation process which now takes place every four years. Here are the commission’s primary duties: Monitor Progress: Works directly with the County…
Read MoreREBIC – City Of Charlotte Holds Annual Strategy Meeting
REBIC – City Of Charlotte Holds Annual Strategy Meeting From REBIC – 3/17/26 On March 2nd and 3rd, the Charlotte City Council held its 2026 Annual Strategy Meeting at the Ballantyne Hotel. As the event closed, councilmembers expressed a renewed focus on trust, transparency, and execution, as they and senior staff outlined priorities for public safety,…
Read MoreREBIC – Gaston Association of Realtors® Holds Productive Lunch with Senior Planners
REBIC – Gaston Association of Realtors® Holds Productive Lunch with Senior Planners From REBIC – 3/10/26 Yesterday the Gaston Association of Realtors® held their quarterly luncheon with Senior Planners from the various municipalities within Gaston County. This regular gathering offers an opportunity for staff and real estate professionals to exchange ideas, discuss common pain…
Read MoreREBIC – Mecklenburg County Seeks Applicants to Fill Critical Advisory Board Vacancies
REBIC – Mecklenburg County Seeks Applicants to Fill Critical Advisory Board Vacancies From REBIC – 3/10/26 The County Clerk’s Office is currently accepting applications for the following advisory boards and commissions: Board of Equalization and Review (6) Charlotte-Mecklenburg Community Relations Committee (5) Women’s Advisory Board (6) Juvenile Crime Prevention Council (7) Nursing Home Community Advisory Committee (23) Adult Care…
Read MoreREBIC – A Good News Report From Statesville as Council-Member At-Large Attends NAHB’s “America’s Housing Comeback.”
REBIC – A Good News Report From Statesville as Council-Member At-Large Attends NAHB’s “America’s Housing Comeback.” From REBIC – 3/3/26 A message from Statesville Council-member At Large James Pressly: “One of the biggest issues relevant to REBIC members working in the Statesville market is that the city is working hard on updating its Unified Development…
Read MoreREBIC – Rob Nanfelt Interviewed for Charlotte Ledger Report on Growth
REBIC – Rob Nanfelt Interviewed for Charlotte Ledger Report on Growth From REBIC – 3/3/26 The Charlotte Ledger, a media voice for the region, generally presents a balanced view of the most urgent voices commenting on growth and development. To that end, they recently reported about the cities surrounding Charlotte that are “Tapping the…
Read MoreI-485 interchange named after Ned Curran
I-485 interchange named after Ned Curran From NCDOT Left: Charlotte Mayor Vi Lyles, N.C. Board of Transportation At-Large Member Stephen Rosenburgh. Right: Matthews Mayor John Higdon and Matthews Commissioner Jennefer Garrity. Recently, the N.C. Department of Transportation joined local officials to unveil signs honoring Edward “Ned” Curran, a commercial real estate developer and accountant who…
Read MoreREBIC – Gaston County. US News & World Report Ranks Them in Top 10 Best, And Other News….
REBIC – Gaston County. US News & World Report Ranks Them in Top 10 Best, And Other News…. All of these stories are featured in the Gaston Gazette. We featured these stories to bring you more news from around the region and the flutter of activity in Gaston is a snapshot of issues all municipalities should…
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