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June 19, 2013

Final Day to Register for the 2013 Neighborhood Board Retreat

On Saturday, July 20, the Community Engagement Division of Neighborhood & Business Services (N&BS) will host the 2013 Neighborhood Board Retreat, which helps neighborhood and business association leaders assess the current state of their communities, identify solutions and plan actions to improve quality of life in the neighborhoods where they live, work and play.

The event allows attendees to:

  • Work with trained facilitators to identify the strengths and areas of growth for communities and organizations
  • Develop a project and plan of action
  • Network with other community leaders

To attend, organizations must have five individuals attend the event, and first time Board Retreat participants will receive priority participation. Breakfast and lunch will be provided. 

2013 Neighborhood Board Retreat
Saturday, July 20 
8:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Foundation For The Carolinas (220 N. Tryon Street)

To attend the Board retreat, submit your application by Wednesday, June 19.

Animal Care & Control June Events

Throughout the month of June, Animal Care & Control (AC&C) will hold several events and pet adoption specials to kick off the pet lover’s summer.

Take Your Dog to Work Day Happy Hour Celebration

On Friday, June 21, AC&C, along with the Zoom Room, will host a happy hour event as a part of the “National Take Your Dog to Work Day” celebration. This annual celebration is held to increase adoption awareness and strengthen the bond between human and canine.

Friday, June 21
5 – 7 p.m. 
Zoom Room (12239 N Community House Rd #134)


An Un-BULLY-vable Deal

Are you looking or an intelligent, affectionate, funny and loyal addition to your family? If so, AC&C and the Humane Society of Charlotte have the deal for you. From June 22-23, bully breeds will be available for adoption for $10. So if you're in the market for a new bully buddy, be sure to visit the following locations:

Animal Care & Control
8315 Byrum Drive

or

Humane Society of Charlotte
2700 Tummey Avenue

For the full list of events and adoption specials, visit the AC&C website.

City of Charlotte Holiday Schedule

City of Charlotte offices will be closed on Thursday, July 4. 

Solid Waste Services will provide Curb It! collection services - garbage, recycling, yard waste and bulky waste - according the normal collection schedule on Thursday, July 4. For the complete 2013 holiday collection schedule, click here.

CATS will operate on a Sunday schedule on Thursday, July 4. For the complete Cats holiday schedule, visit ridetransit.org.

National Night Out

On Tuesday, August 6, cities across the nation will participate in “America’s Night Out against Crime”, which is an effort to promote involvement in crime prevention activities, police-community partnerships and strengthen neighborhood camaraderie.

Neighborhood & Business Services (N&BS) wants to remind community participants that the Charlotte Department of Transportation (CDOT) requires neighborhoods to submit petitions for street closing permits, four weeks prior to the event. Late petitions will NOT be accepted.  

For more information about National Night Out preparations, contact Candace Inge at cinge@charlottenc.gov.

Restaurants, Nightclubs, Bars & Lounges

The Charlotte Mecklenburg Planning Department staff will host several meetings to address the current regulations of Restaurants, Nightclubs, Bars & Lounges to review the required distance separation from residential districts and residential uses.  

Public input is a vital part of determining whether a use is a restaurant or nightclub and whether distance separations are appropriate. The Planning Department is seeking volunteers to serve on a citizens advisory group to provide valuable information that will be used to assist in crafting a text amendment to clarify these uses. The citizens advisory group will be comprised of residents, neighborhood leaders, business owners, attorneys and other interested parties. 

Planning staff will also be available through September to attend meetings for neighborhood & business organizations, and businesses to present information on recommended changes to the zoning ordinance. 

If you are interested in having Planning staff attend your neighborhood or business meeting to present the recommendations, please contact:

Barry Mosley
704-336-8314
bmosley@charlottenc.gov

or

Sonda Kennedy
704-336-3818
skennedy@charlottenc.gov

For more information, visit the Planning Department webpage.

2013 Recycle & Win Program

The City of Charlotte has partnered with Coca-Cola, Harris Teeter and Mecklenburg County to promote residential recycling through the Recycle & Win program which began on Monday, June 17. The six-month campaign will offer residents an opportunity to win a $50 Harris Teeter gift card for  proper recycling.

Residents will soon receive program details in the mail along with a “YES!” sticker that depicts what can and cannot be recycled, and the “Give It Back” sticker which residents can place on their recycling container to opt in to the program. Additional mailers and stickers will be available at all Harris Teeter locations throughout Mecklenburg County.

The GOV Channel is Your City Source

The GOV Channel brings you the latest City Source episode on Thursday, June 20 at 7 p.m. In this episode, see how police handle crime, traffic and nightlife, learn how you can help keep Charlotte "tree-mendous," see what it's like to be an animal foster parent, find out why we're excited about Jeff's good news and more!

For your convenience, you can view episodes of City Source online.