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Help Steer The City's Transportation Future
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If you want to help steer Charlotte's transportation future ... now is the time to get involved.
The Charlotte Department of Transportation (CDOT) is recommending $3.5 billion be spent to address transportation issues the City will face over the next 25 years. A draft of Charlotte's first, comprehensive transportation plan, known as the Transportation Action Plan (TAP), was presented to City Council last month. Charlotte's next step is to engage the public in the process.
Residents can participate by taking a transportation funding and priorities survey or by attending public workshops. The survey will be available on-line through March 31.
For more information, including workshop schedules, click here.
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Commuters in Charlotte-Mecklenburg now have a new source for accessing transit information any time of the day. The Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) has joined the North Carolina 511 Travel Information Network.
511 is part of a nationwide effort to give commuters travel information via telephone. The voice-activated system provides travel details on public transportation, highway conditions and weather as well as rail, tourism and ferry services.
To access CATS information through the network, call 511 or 1-877-511-4662. Press "2" for public transportation, then press "1" for CATS information. For more information about 511, visit www.ncsmartlink.org.
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Are you strong enough to run into a burning building when everyone else is running out? If so, then the Charlotte Fire Department (CFD) invites you to take the firefighter written exam.
The exam is the first step in the hiring process for firefighter candidates. CFD will administer the exam on Saturday, March 11 at the Charlotte Convention Center. The exam registration deadline is 5 pm, March 3.
To learn more about the CFD recruitment process or to register for the exam, call 704-336-2979 or visit www.charlottefire.org.
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Join Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) for a public workshop on plans to improve safety at rail/highway crossings along the proposed North Corridor Commuter Rail line:
Tuesday, March 7 at 6:30 pm
Derita Presbyterian Church
2230 W. Sugar Creek Road
Also, make plans to attend a public workshop regarding the latest developments on the Center City Streetcar project:
Thursday, March 16 at 6:30 pm
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Government Center
600 E. 4th Street, Room 267
For more information, call 704-336-RIDE or visit www.ridetransit.org.
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CATS Opens New Park And Ride Lot
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On Monday, February 27, Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) will open the new Mallard Creek Park and Ride Lot, located on J.N. Pease Drive, off of Medical Plaza Drive.
The Mallard Creek Park and Ride Lot is the third CATS-owned and maintained park and ride in Mecklenburg County. Improved passenger waiting amenities, bicycle lockers and security enhancements are included in the design of the facility.
For more information, call 704-336-RIDE or visit www.ridetransit.org.
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Join The High School Police Academy
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The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department (CMPD) is offering an opportunity for young people interested in a law enforcement career to get hands-on experience at the:
High School Police Academy
July 17 - 21, 8 am – 4 pm
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Academy, 1770 Shopton Road
Students who meet the following criteria are encouraged to apply:
- Entering 9th, 10th, 11th or 12th grade in August 2006
- Attend a school in Mecklenburg County (Public, Private or Home School)
- No arrests
- No out of school suspensions for the 2004-2005 school year
- Must maintain a "C" average or better
- Must participate in all activities (Academic/Physical)
For more information or to request an application, contact Officer Tom Barry at 704-432-1637 or tbarry@cmpd.org.
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Wanted: Comments, Suggestions
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The City of Charlotte Solid Waste Services is updating its website and needs your help to determine improvements.
Tell us what you think about the site content by taking the Solid Waste Website Survey. Regardless if you're a regular or first time site visitor, your opinion counts. So, take a few minutes to surf the site at http://curbit.charmeck.org and then complete the survey to log your opinion.
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Fire Training Internship For Students
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The Charlotte Fire Department (CFD) and Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools Academic Internship Program (AIP) are sponsoring a:
Summer High School Fire Training Internship
July 17 – 21
Fire Training Academy, Shopton Rd.
Any rising 10th, 11th, or 12th grader with an interest in a fire protection career is encouraged to apply. Students must complete the CFD and AIP applications by April 30.
For more information, contact Sarah Price at 980-343-2642 or Captain JD Thomas at 704-432-1706.
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Nominate A Deserving Officer
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Nominations are being accepted for the 27th Annual Police Community Relations Awards sponsored by the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Community Relations Committee. The award recognizes Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department officers and work teams for building positive, problem-solving relationships with the community.
To find out how to nominate an officer, click here. The nomination deadline is Monday, April 3. Officers selected will be honored at an awards ceremony on Friday, May 19.
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Tune in to The Government Channel – Cable 16 for the latest government news and information.
City Source – Thursday, February 23 at 5:30 pm
Take a closer look at a comprehensive plan that could help ease your transportation woes. Also, find out what's being done to fight an increase in car thefts in Charlotte and Mecklenburg County.
To learn more about The Government Channel, visit http://govchannel.charmeck.org.
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