Campaign Signs Pledge
September 7
Forty-six candidates for office in Mecklenburg County have signed pledge forms - a commitment to remove their campaign signs after the primary and general elections.
N.C. Big Sweep
September 6
Pick up a bag, put on some gloves and help sweep Mecklenburg County waterways clean on Saturday, October 6, 2007.
Well Water Users Should Conserve
August 24
Mecklenburg County's Groundwater/Wastewater Services Program is urging residents who use well water also to cut back on water use.
Traveling Shows & Water Quality
August 20
Inspectors from Storm Water Services are checking traveling shows for compliance with water protection ordinances.
$$$ For Water Conservation
August 20
The Mecklenburg Soil and Water Conservation District wants to help farmers and other agricultural businesses (such as nurseries) prevent water pollution.
Save The Rain...
August 16
Save water and money. Purchase a rain barrel to help you capture rain water to use on your plants and shrubs.
Avoid Mistakes... Before You Make Them
August 9
Unique seminar will raise money for the United Way while educating the Mecklenburg County construction community.
Center City Park Workshops
August 8
Citizens are invited to comment on plans for two new uptown parks, made possible by a land swap for a baseball stadium.
July 2, 2007
Mecklenburg County now rewards builders and contractors who pass their building inspections on the first request.
New Building Rules For RunoffJune 18, 2007 The Post Construction Storm Water Ordinances take effect in the County's six towns and a small area in southern Mecklenburg County. The goal is to reduce water pollution and flooding.
Little Sugar Creek Uncapped
June 13, 2007
For the first time in more than forty years, a stretch of the Little Sugar Creek glistens in the sunlight. The County conducted a ceremonial "uncapping of the creek."
Warm weather; drought conditions lead to fish kills in local ponds
June 1, 2007
During the past two weeks, Charlotte-Mecklenburg Storm Water Services has responded to numerous reports of fish dying in local ponds. Heat and extremely dry weather are two of the biggest factors.
Organizations recognized for waste-cutting programs
May 29, 2007
A wide variety of businesses and organizations, and three schools, were recognized for their efforts in recycling and waste reduction.
Tax Assessor searching for undeclared personal property
May 25, 2007
Mecklenburg County is on the look-out for boats, jet skis, unregistered cars, even airplanes - personal property that has not been declared to the Tax Assessor's office.
Little Sugar Creek Greenway: After decades under concrete, creek will emerge at ceremony
May 21, 2007
Mecklenburg County is preparing to "uncap" part of the Little Sugar Creek in the old Midtown Square area.
Save the rain: Discount rain barrels for sale to help combat the summer heat
May 17, 2007
Store natural rainwater for your plants this summer in a rain barrel, while saving money and improving water quality.
Dollars available to help farmers and ag business prevent pollution
April 20, 2007
The Mecklenburg Soil and Water Conservation District wants to help farmers and agricultural businesses prevent water pollution.
St. Ann's Catholic School take first place in Fire and Life Safety Bowl
March 20, 2007
What is the best way to put out an electrical fire? What three elements are needed for a fire to start? Those are the types of questions that students answered in the 29th annual "Fire and Life Safety Bowl."
Mecklenburg County staffer brings home national award for his 'black gold.'
March 8, 2007
The U.S. Composting Council named Mecklenburg County's Steve Elliott "Composter of the Year" for 2006.
Advisory lifted after sewage spill in Lake Wylie
February 12, 2007
The advisory issued by Mecklenburg County Water Quality Program (MCWQP) and the Mecklenburg County Health Department for Withers Cove on Lake Wylie has been lifted.
Senior citizens eligible for property tax break
February 7, 2007
North Carolina gives elderly or totally and permanently disabled citizens an exemption of $20,000 or 50% of the appraised value of their home – whichever is greatest.
Communities partner with national program to increase curbside recycling
January 23, 2007
Mecklenburg County, along with the City of Charlotte and the Towns of Davidson, Huntersville and Mint Hill, is partnering with a national program to launch a County-wide education program on recycling.
Northern office now offers property assessment services
January 23, 2007
The County's northern office of the Land Use and Environmental Services Agency now offers property assessment services Tuesday - Thursday to walk-in customers.
From flood-prone homes to award-winning ecological garden
January 16, 2007
Storm Water Services' Hidden Valley Ecological Garden project has won an award for its efforts to improve water quality and reduce flood damage.
Taxpayers and businesses reminded to list personal property by January 31
January 29, 2007
Mecklenburg County reminds citizens that they must pay tax on such property, and it's their responsibility to make sure it's listed with the tax assessor by January 31.
Vehicle inspection stations help put a 'cap' on air pollution
January 10, 2007
Forty-five inspection stations have volunteered to partner with Mecklenburg County Air Quality to test and replace leaking vehicle gas caps - free of charge.
Banish the winter blues by signing up for environmentally friendly yard care class
January 17, 2007
Enroll now to learn how to reshape your yard and make it an oasis for birds, butterflies and your family.
