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Eastland: Something New Under the Sun

On March 27, Charlotte City Council authorized the start of Phase 1 of redevelopment activities for the Eastland Mall property as a due diligence effort to identify and understand challenges that currently prohibit redevelopment. Activities in this phase, guided by stakeholder group input, will encourage early stage incremental development to illustrate action.

The Local Business Open House: 5:00 - 7:00 p.m., Monday, May 15, 5624 Executive Center Drive, 2nd Floor. This event is to engage a focused, energized cross section of the local business community for a targeted discussion of the neighborhood business climate to help the consultant team better understand the challenges, opportunities and perceptions of the Eastland Mall site and surrounding area. Ideal participants will own or operate businesses in East Charlotte, be familiar with the Eastland Mall site and have a vested interest in the neighborhood's long-term success. 

Something New Under the Sun: 4:00 - 8:00 p.m., Thursday, May 18, Eastland Mall. Eastland "days gone by" and Eastland "days to come" will collide in a fun, free event at the Eastland site where people can gather to reminisce and imagine new possibilities for the site as part of the evolving Eastland story. The event will include family activities centered on the site's history, the local community, and the opportunity for residents to imagine and participate in the future of the site. Ideal participants include East Charlotte neighbors and any Charlottean with a past, present or future connection to Eastland.

For more information, CLICK HERE.

 

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Applications for July 15th Neighborhood Board Retreat are now being accepted 

The City of Charlotte will host a Neighborhood Board Retreat on Saturday, July 15. The event will be held 8 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at CPCC's Overcash Building, located at 1206 Elizabeth Ave.

The retreat is open to all neighborhood organizations and business or merchant associations in Charlotte city limits. In addition to current board members, participating organizations are encouraged to invite neighbors, business owners, school representatives and nonprofit partners that may help them achieve their goals. Each organization can have up to 15 participants; a minimum of five participants is required.

Neighborhood Board Retreat attendees will receive:

  • A customized Quality of Life Study report
  • Networking and idea sharing with other community leaders
  • Guidance with planning yearly goals and board priorities
  • Idea development with trained, experienced facilitators
  • Expert support from staff and community resources
  • A $1,500 Neighborhood Matching Grant credit incentive for eligible neighborhoods

Capacity is limited. Applicants will be considered on a first-come, first-served basis with priority given to first-time attendees. A light breakfast and lunch will be provided. Please click here to apply. The deadline to register is June 11, 2017. For more information, please contact Steve Wood at 704-336-4161.
 

  

Fast Five: Check out what's going on in local communities

  • Upcoming Neighborhood Matching Grants Deadlines
    • The Neighborhood Matching Grants program awards up to $25,000 to eligible neighborhood-based organizations to complete projects that will improve their community's quality of life. Applications are due by Thursday, June 1. Interested neighborhoods must attend a pre-application workshop before applying. The next workshop will be held Tuesday, May 16 at Old City Hall from 1 - 1:30 p.m. If you are interested in attending remotely (internet and phone access required), please contact Philip Freeman at 704-336-4595 or philip.freeman@charlottenc.gov.
       
  • City of Charlotte is Seeking General Contractors/Tradesmen
    • The City of Charlotte is seeking general contractors and skilled tradesmen to participate in various single family housing repair and rehabilitation projects through the Safe Home and Lead Safe housing programs. Contractors must have a NC Contractor's License if bidding over $30,000 and an appropriate amount of insurance depending on bid specifications. Rehab contracts will be awarded through a public procurement process in which a bid request will be sent to registered contractors. To participate, please complete a contractor's application or register online. Please email Jim Mahon or call 704-432-2321 with any questions or to have an application form mailed to you.

  • Need a speaker for your next community meeting?
    • We've got you covered. From more than 45 topics ranging from recycling to CIP projects, Need a Speaker can connect you to more than 90 speakers who can tailor a presentation to fit your meeting's needs.
  • Business Matching Grants Program
    • Companies located in Business Redevelopment Corridors can apply for a variety of City programs that provide innovative tools for small businesses, property owners and developers. Business and commercial property owners may apply for matching grants to assist with the cost of improving their properties. The program includes Façade Improvement and Security Improvement Grants, Brownfield Grants and Business District Organization Program (BDOP). Applications are accepted quarterly, except the BDOP, which is every May. The next round of applications is due May 15. For more information, contact Lori Lencheski at 704-336-3285 or at Lori.lencheski@charlottenc.gov.

  • Code Enforcement Tip of the Month
    • Large commercial vehicles (rollbacks, semi-trucks, etc.) are not allowed on residentially zoned property. A violation of this ordinance could result in escalating fines up to $500/day.