Local Government Affairs
Iredell EDC Discusses Recent Project Development And Data Centers At Their Second Development Council
Iredell EDC Discusses Recent Project Development And Data Centers At Their Second Development Council From REBIC On October 28, Iredell EDC once again convened their Development Council at the Statesville Country Club. | The Development Council was recently created to provide local developers, contractors, and industry partners with a forum to share insights and exchange…
Read MoreYes Vote on Transportation Funding Carries the Day!
Yes Vote on Transportation Funding Carries the Day! From REBIC The clear winners last Tuesday were the current (and future) residents of Mecklenburg County when they voted 52% to 48% to approve a one-cent sales tax increase that will fund future transportation and infrastructure projects. The measure also includes a provision that creates a Transit…
Read MoreGrab Our Multi-County REBIC Voter Guide and Go Vote!
Grab Our Multi-County REBIC Voter Guide and Go Vote! From REBIC It’s finally here! Today is Election Day! This year we’ve improved the layout and readability of our Voter Guide making it much easier to use and refer to. Please pass on to your friends, colleagues, and influential platforms. Download, read, share, and VOTE! For additional information about where to…
Read MoreUNC Charlotte Releases 2025 State of Housing Report
UNC Charlotte Releases 2025 State of Housing Report From REBIC Charlotte’s rapid growth has created persistent, strong demand for housing. While supply has started to catch up with demand, and income growth has helped, affordable housing has hovered out of reach for many in the region, according to the State of Housing in Charlotte 2025 report. “Rapid…
Read MoreMooresville Invites Public Comment on Comprehensive Plan Draft Version
Mooresville Invites Public Comment on Comprehensive Plan Draft Version Taken from an email from City Explained, Inc. Great news! A full draft of the Mooresville Tomorrow comprehensive plan is available for review and comment. It represents a 99% complete version of the document minus a “top ten list of initiatives” (page 4) and a plan implementation…
Read MoreStatewide Support Swells for Mecklenburg County Transportation Referendum
Statewide Support Swells for Mecklenburg County Transportation Referendum Yes for Meck. It’s three little words. But it packs a punch. We’ve come so far to get this on the ballot, and have garnered so much support. Over this last year we’ve redoubled our efforts to get transportation right here in the region, and on November 4th…
Read MoreREBIC – Our Multi-County REBIC Voter Guide is Available!
REBIC – Our Multi-County REBIC Voter Guide is Available! This voting season we’ve improved the layout and readability of our Voter Guide making it much easier to use and refer to. Instead of a narrative below each candidate we’re publishing a single ‘My Take’ at the beginning of the guide with specific details about the candidates. This…
Read MoreGovernor Allows Regulatory Reform Act of 2025 to Become Law
Governor Allows Regulatory Reform Act of 2025 to Become Law From REBIC On October 6, 2025, Governor Josh Stein allowed House Bill 926 (Regulatory Reform Act of 2025) to become law without his signature. Although the Governor did not sign the measure, he took no action within the 10-day period prescribed by the North Carolina Constitution, thereby…
Read MoreData Center Fails Perpetuate. But, What Are the Facts?
Data Center Fails Perpetuate. But, What Are the Facts? From REBIC The story in Matthews is the same story everywhere. Proposed data centers are being rejected by communities across the board. The “Project Accelerate” data center in Matthews, NC was withdrawn by its developer, Crosland Southeast, following significant community opposition where residents voiced concerns over potential…
Read MoreLeading on Opportunity Releases Policy Brief Demonstrating Transportation’s Critical Role in Economic Mobility
Leading on Opportunity Releases Policy Brief Demonstrating Transportation’s Critical Role in Economic Mobility From REBIC Policy Brief: Transportation as a Lever for Economic Mobility in Charlotte -MecklenburgPrepared for: Local Government, Community Stakeholders, and Business LeadersPrepared by: Leading On Opportunity Background Charlotte Mecklenburg faces one of the steepest transportation challenges in the nation. With an average one-way commute of…
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