City of Charlotte

Solid Waste Services will not collect garbage, recycling, yard waste and scheduled bulky waste on Monday, May 25, in observance of Memorial Day. This holiday follows an updated collection pattern this year. Details include: • No collection on the holiday (Monday). • Crews will begin service on Tuesday and work through Friday to complete all routes. • No Saturday collection. • No yard waste will be collected during this week, so crews can focus on completing garbage and recycling routes. Learn more at curbit.charlottenc.gov.

Beginning today Charlotte Water will implement mandatory water restrictions to help protect our region’s water supply. These measures are an important step to reduce non-essential water use and ensure we can meet the needs of our growing community, especially during changing conditions. I encourage everyone to do their part—small actions like limiting outdoor watering and reducing unnecessary use can make a big difference. Learn more about the restrictions and how you can help: charlottewater.org Thank you for working together to conserve this vital resource.

The proposed budget is here! 🥁 It's a known fact that Charlotte is growing. So, this year’s proposed FY2027 budget is all about keeping up with that growth in ways that matter to you. From safer neighborhoods to smoother commutes, the City is focusing on the important things that help our community thrive and stay connected. You’ll see investments aimed at supporting public safety, improving mobility, and continuing to give departments the tools they need to succeed. This is your city, and your voice matters. As the budget process moves forward, we encourage you to stay engaged. On May 11, have your voice heard at the FY 20227 Budget Presentation. The 2027 fiscal year begins July 1. Together, we can shape a Charlotte that works for everyone now and into the future. Get all your budget information at cltgov.me/proposedFY27.

The City of Charlotte is proud to celebrate #SmallBusinessMonth throughout May. This month, Charlotte Economic Development will recognize the contributions of our city's entrepreneurs by sharing resources to help businesses grow and highlighting the people behind them. Head over to cltgov.me/sbm26 to see what's on the horizon for Small Business Month 2026. For more, be sure to follow @cltecon! Pictured: West End Fresh Seafood Market, one of this year's featured businesses in #31DaysofBiz.

Charlotte Water is moving to Drought Stage 2 with Mandatory Water Restrictions starting May 15. For full details and drought updates, visit charlottewater.org #CLTDrought #LessWaterCLT

It's National Arbor Day! 🌳 And with great trees comes the great responsibility to preserve and protect them. That's where the City of Charlotte's Landscape Management division comes in. From providing free tree plantings for residents to hosting volunteer events, our city arborists are committed to keeping our tree canopy thriving. Part of that commitment includes education, and what better way to test your knowledge than with a quiz?! Test your tree knowledge by taking the 16-question Arbor Day Quiz by Friday, May 8. By taking the quiz, you'll be entered in a random drawing for a City of Trees swag bag! Head to cltgov.me/arborquiz to get started. While you've got trees on the brain, consider signing up for TreeMail, a bi-monthly newsletter from City of Trees, by visiting cltgov.me/subscribe2trees.

Charlotte Water is in Stage 1: Voluntary Water Restrictions as of April 20 due to dry conditions. Help protect our water supply by limiting outdoor watering to 2 days/week, fixing leaks, and reducing non-essential use. Learn more: bit.ly/4cCNbWU

Happy Earth Day, Charlotte! 🌎 Here at the City of Charlotte, we're committed to continuously improving, protecting and preserving the environment. From long-term goals for 2050 to the everyday activities of our field crews, Team Charlotte is always working toward a better, brighter future for all, and that starts with taking care of our planet. Want to join the City of Charlotte in our Earth Day efforts? Check out some opportunities to support, attend, volunteer and learn at cltgov.me/earthday26.

For the first time in over 20 years, the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Board of Education, the City of Charlotte, and Mecklenburg County came together for a Joint Legislative Forum with members of the North Carolina General Assembly from Mecklenburg County.

It's your LAST CHANCE to have a life-changing impact on a Charlotte student! Sign up to host a summer intern or sponsor an intern at a local nonprofit through the Mayor's Youth Employment Program by Friday, April 10. Learn more & fill out the interest form at cltgov.me/myep2026.

The Queen City and economic development go hand in hand! Today, @NC_Governor announced one of Japan’s largest financial institutions, SMBC Group, will establish its second U.S. headquarters in Charlotte. The company plans to create 2,000 jobs over six years and invest $50.5 million in Mecklenburg County. This is one of the largest economic development announcements in Charlotte's history. SMBC plans to hire about 1,800 employees locally with the remainder relocating to Charlotte. “As SMBC continues to grow substantially in the United States, Charlotte is a standout location for us to invest in North Carolina for the long term in a major expansion that will establish our roots in the community,” Hirofumi Otsuka, CEO for SMBC Americas, said. Read the full release here: cltgov.me/smbc

UPDATE: The FY 2027 budget survey is officially closed. We thank all residents who took the time to share their priorities with our Strategy & Budget team.

The sun is setting on your opportunity to provide feedback on the city's Fiscal Year 2027 budget! Today (April 6) is the LAST DAY to take the budget survey. Visit cltgov.me/budgetsurvey and submit your priorities before the midnight deadline!

Solid Waste Services will be operating on its regular schedule on Good Friday. Be sure that carts are at the curb no later than 6 a.m. on collection day. It is a green recycling collection week. Find more information about the city's holiday collection schedule at curbit.charlottenc.gov.

You can help keep roads free of debris and obstructions by securing your garbage and recycling carts. If your collection day is the same day as the storm, set your carts out as usual so crews can provide service. After your carts have been emptied, bring them back from the curb when it is safe to do so. If it is NOT your collection day, store carts beside your home or in a garage until the storm passes. Small actions like securing carts help keep streets safe for neighbors and emergency vehicles

911 vs. 311 - Know the Difference during a Storm 📞 Dial 911 for emergencies that need immediate police, fire or medical help — like a fire, downed power lines or serious injury. If a tree or part of a tree has fallen and is obstructing or completely blocking the road, call 911 immediately. Use 311 for non-emergency city services. If a tree or part of a tree has fallen outside the roadway and onto the shoulder, sidewalk or public right-of-way, call 311 or use the CLT+ mobile app to report. After the Storm: Before starting cleanup on your property, look for dangerous hanging limbs, downed utility lines, broken limbs and other failures. Also, block off damaged trees with caution tape, rope and/or traffic cones. Watch out for scammers showing up at your house claiming to be tree specialists. Do your homework, check references and make sure the business is legitimate.

⚠️ Weather Update: CATS is monitoring severe weather this morning. Operations are currently normal, but please watch for potential bus delays/detours due to downed trees or power lines. 📱 Track your ride in real-time on the CATS-Pass App. 🔔 Major updates will be posted here & on the app. Stay safe, Charlotte! ⛈️

CharMeckALERT: EXTREME WIND & TORNADO RISK TODAY Charlotte-Mecklenburg is at extreme risk for severe winds and possible tornadoes today. Wind gusts may be up to 30 mph throughout the day. Remember: If a tornado WATCH is issued, find your "safe space". Look for an interior room with no windows (like a closet or bathroom) at home or work. If a tornado WARNING is issued, move to your safe space immediately and wait for further instructions.

ROAD CLOSURE ALERT ⚠️ The following roadway closures are scheduled for Monday, March 16, to support work on the adjacent railroad. Be sure to plan your route accordingly and allow extra travel time. Affected Roadways: • East 36th Street between North Davidson Street and Cullman Avenue • North Davidson Street between East 36th Street and Mercury Street • Mercury Street between North Alexander Street and North Davidson Street • East 37th Street between North Alexander Street and North Davidson Street • Anderson Street between Spencer Street and Atmore Street • Tipperary Place between Foxford Place and Denson Place • Market Street between Hickory Grove Road and Wickville Drive • Parkton Road between Harrisburg Road and Meisenheimer Road Thank you for your patience as this work is completed. You can view additional information about current closures on CDOT's interactive street closure map: cltgov.me/streetclosings. TIP: Closure information is automatically populated in the Waze app and updated daily. Use waze.com online or download the app to your phone before you head out to help avoid closures.

ROAD CLOSURE ALERT ⚠️ The following roadway closures are scheduled for this Thursday, March 12, to support work on the adjacent railroad. Be sure to plan your route accordingly and allow extra travel time. Affected Roadways: • East 36th Street between North Davidson Street and Cullman Avenue • North Davidson Street between East 36th Street and Mercury Street • Mercury Street between North Alexander Street and North Davidson Street • East 37th Street between North Alexander Street and North Davidson Street Thank you for your patience as this work is completed. You can view additional information about current closures on CDOT's interactive street closure map: cltgov.me/streetclosings. TIP: Closure information is automatically populated in the Waze app and updated daily. Use waze.com online or download the app to your phone before you head out to help avoid closures.