http://charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/_layouts/feed.aspx?xsl=1&web=/mecklenburg/county/MediaRoom/PR&page=5fbda83a-c807-4551-8be1-978f67ac51bf&wp=487c661b-f9ab-4303-9d43-ea7d152b7a2c60http://charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/MediaRoom/PR/Pages/CPCC-CMS-Present-Funding-Requests-at-Budget-and-Public-Policy-Meeting.aspx Central Piedmont Community College and Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools will both present funding requests for FY14 to the Board of County Commissioners during the Budget and Public Policy meeting, at 3 p.m., at the Government Center.Thu, 23 May 2013 20:25:14 GMThttp://charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/MediaRoom/PR/Pages/County-Announces-Closings-For-Memorial-Day.aspxCharlotte, NC – Mecklenburg County government offices and agencies will be closed Monday, May 27, 2013 for the Memorial Day holiday. Wed, 22 May 2013 17:27:47 GMThttp://charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/MediaRoom/PR/Pages/MeckLINK-Behavioral-Healthcare,-Mecklenburg-County-Area-Leaders-and-Others-Join-Anti-Stigma-Campaign.aspx“Pledge to Plant” Sunflowers of HOPE Wed, 22 May 2013 17:31:46 GMThttp://charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/MediaRoom/PR/Pages/Veterans.aspxThis Memorial Day, the Mecklenburg County Veterans Services Office and American Legion Post 235 will host a ceremony to honor POW/MIAs and soldiers who have died while serving our nation.Tue, 21 May 2013 14:22:28 GMThttp://charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/MediaRoom/PR/Pages/Get-Ready-for-Summer-Reading-2013-at-the-Charlotte-Mecklenburg-Library.aspxWhat comes to mind when you think about summer? Swimming? Summer camp? Barbecues? Music in the park? This year, why not make reading and sharing books part of your summer fun?Tue, 21 May 2013 20:08:50 GMThttp://charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/MediaRoom/PR/Pages/FY14-Recommended-Budget.aspx Interim County Manager Bobbie Shields is recommending increasing the County’s property tax rate by 2.5 cents next fiscal year to sustain current services while bolstering education funding. Tue, 21 May 2013 23:55:23 GMThttp://charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/MediaRoom/PR/Pages/Outdoor-Pools-Spraygrounds-Open-Memorial-Day-Weekend.aspxCharlotte, NC - Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation Department’s outdoor swimming pools and spraygrounds will open for the summer season just in time for Memorial Day weekend! Pool admission is $1 and spraygrounds are FREE. Thu, 23 May 2013 20:16:40 GMThttp://charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/MediaRoom/PR/Pages/What-Health-Issues-Matter-to-You-Let-Us-Know-by-Completing-the-2013-Community-Health-Assessment.aspx The survey is available in English and Spanish; answers are anonymous. Mon, 20 May 2013 13:18:22 GMThttp://charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/MediaRoom/PR/Pages/Aquatic-Center-Hosts-16th-Annual-Rodney's-Great-Kids-Triathlon.aspxThe Mecklenburg County Aquatic Center on Saturday hosted the 16th annual Rodney's Great Kids Triathlon. Mon, 20 May 2013 21:43:41 GMThttp://charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/MediaRoom/PR/Pages/Mecklenburg-WOW-Wins-NC-Recycling-Award.aspxThe Mecklenburg County Wipe Out Waste (WOW) Ambassador Program was recognized by the Carolina Recycling Association (CRA) at their 2013 Annual Conference.Sat, 18 May 2013 07:20:38 GMThttp://charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/MediaRoom/PR/Pages/New-Department-of-Social-Services-Director-Hired.aspxInterim Mecklenburg County Manager Bobbie Shields announced today the hiring of a new Department of Social Services (DSS) director for Mecklenburg County. Tue, 21 May 2013 14:20:30 GMThttp://charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/MediaRoom/PR/Pages/Board-Discusses-Management-Transition.aspxThe Board of County Commissioners met May 14 to receive an overview of the Human Services Agency and an update from the Interim County Manager.Sat, 18 May 2013 07:20:36 GMThttp://charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/MediaRoom/PR/Pages/Celebrate-the-Mecklenburg-Declaration-of-Independence-this-Monday.aspxOn Monday, May 20, join Mecklenburg County as we celebrate our independence from the King and Parliament of Great Britain on May 20, 1775. Mon, 20 May 2013 13:13:41 GMThttp://charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/MediaRoom/PR/Pages/Interim-County-Manager-Announces-Reorganization.aspxInterim Mecklenburg County Manager Bobbie Shields announced today a reorganization of the County’s executive management staff.Sat, 18 May 2013 07:20:35 GMThttp://charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/MediaRoom/PR/Pages/-Portions-of-Lower-McAlpine-Creek,-McMullen-Creek-Greenways-Close-for-Construction-Beginning-Monday--.aspxConstruction work on the two I-485 bridges that pass over Lower McAlpine Creek and McMullen Creek greenways will cause sections of both trails to close periodically over the next year. Sat, 18 May 2013 07:20:34 GMThttp://charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/MediaRoom/PR/Pages/CommissionCapsuleDec20.aspxAt its regular meeting on May 7, the Mecklenburg Board of County Commissioners voted 6-2 to terminate the employment of County Manager Harry L. Jones Sr. without cause. Sat, 18 May 2013 07:19:08 GMThttp://charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/MediaRoom/PR/Pages/Connect-with-Mecklenburg-County-in-a-Brand-New-Way.aspxYou now have a new way to connect with Mecklenburg County to let your voice be heard on issues that matter to you. Sat, 18 May 2013 07:20:32 GMThttp://charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/MediaRoom/PR/Pages/County-Health-Department-Facility-Renamed-the-Commissioner-Neil-C-Cooksey-SR-Health-Center.aspxThe Mecklenburg Board of County Commissioners today officially renamed the building at 249 Billingsley Road as the Commissioner Neil C. Cooksey, Sr. Health Center in memory of his life and service to the community.Sat, 18 May 2013 07:20:30 GMThttp://charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/MediaRoom/PR/Pages/May-is-National-Mental-Health-Awareness-Month.aspxMeckLINK Behavioral Healthcare has arranged several activities throughout May to promote mental wellness, educate the public about mental illness, and how to receive services. Sat, 18 May 2013 07:20:28 GMThttp://charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/MediaRoom/PR/Pages/Romare-Bearden-Park-Grand-opening-is-postponed-.aspxThe grand opening of Romare Bearden Park, originally scheduled for June 14 and 15, 2013, has been postponed until late August due to delays in project construction caused by unforeseen site conditions and prolonged bad weather. Sat, 18 May 2013 07:20:29 GMThttp://charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/MediaRoom/PR/Pages/Mobile-Technology-Boosts-Festival-T-shirt-Sales.aspxThe use of technology onsite at Saturday's Bark in the Park Top Dog Festival made paying for T-shirts with credit and debit cards possible.Sat, 18 May 2013 07:20:27 GMThttp://charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/MediaRoom/PR/Pages/Latta-Plantation-Cleanup.aspxLatta Plantation was cleaned up as a part of our Great American Cleanup Earth Day activities. County staff and community volunteers participated. See the results!Sat, 18 May 2013 07:20:26 GMThttp://charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/MediaRoom/PR/Pages/Community-Garden-Tour-Scheduled-for-May-4.aspxThe Mecklenburg County Fruit & Vegetable Coalition is hosting its 3rd Annual Can You Dig It, Charlotte Community Garden Tour on Saturday, May 4 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at four diverse community locations.Sat, 18 May 2013 07:20:25 GMThttp://charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/MediaRoom/PR/Pages/Boardbriefedonfacility,technologyandfleetneeds.aspxAt its Budget/Public Policy meting April 23, the Board received a report on the cost of repairing and replacing facilities, vehicles and IT infrastructure.Sat, 18 May 2013 07:20:24 GMThttp://charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/MediaRoom/PR/Pages/AppreciateanAdministrativeProfessional.aspxOn this Wednesday, the appreciation spotlight is on Veronica Davis and other County employees who do the work of administrative support.Sat, 18 May 2013 07:20:25 GMThttp://charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/MediaRoom/PR/Pages/MecklenburgWebsiteScoresHighMarksinNationalReview.aspxMecklenburg County has received a top ranking from a national non-profit review firm for overall transparency and quality of its website.Sat, 18 May 2013 07:20:23 GMThttp://charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/MediaRoom/PR/Pages/MakingMobilityMatterontheJob.aspxThe way Patti Haney tells it, Mecklenburg County's Information Technology division helped her enjoy her job again.Sat, 18 May 2013 07:20:23 GMThttp://charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/MediaRoom/PR/Pages/CharlotteMecklenburgLibraryCelebratesNationalLibraryWeek.aspxCharlotte Mecklenburg Library joins libraries in schools, campuses and communities nationwide in celebrating National Library Week, a time to highlight the value of libraries, librarians and library workers. Sat, 18 May 2013 07:20:22 GMThttp://charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/MediaRoom/PR/Pages/ParkAndRecHoldsFreeGolfClassic.aspxAll military veterans (including National Guard and Reserves) and active duty military personnel are invited to sign-up to play in the 8th annual Veterans & Reservists Golf Classic at Sunset Hills Golf Course, 800 Radio Road, on June 27, 2013.Sat, 18 May 2013 07:20:21 GMThttp://charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/MediaRoom/PR/Pages/SustainCharlotteRecognizesCountyLeadersat2ndAnnualCommunitySustainabilityAwards.aspxSustain Charlotte recently hosted the 2nd Annual Community Sustainability Awards at the 7th Street Public Market in Uptown Charlotte. Sat, 18 May 2013 07:20:20 GMThttp://charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/MediaRoom/PR/Pages/CommunityServiceGrantProcessUpdate.aspxAwarding yearly grants to local partners is one way Mecklenburg County leaders seek cost-effective collaborations that help provide services and programs.Sat, 18 May 2013 07:20:20 GMThttp://charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/MediaRoom/PR/Pages/BOCChearsaboutpossiblefeeincreases.aspxDuring the Board's Public Policy Workshop on April 9, staff presented a plan to increase certain County user fees starting July 1.Sat, 18 May 2013 07:20:19 GMThttp://charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/MediaRoom/PR/Pages/CommissionersDiscuss.aspxThe Mecklenburg Board of County Commissioners will hold a Budget and Public Policy Workshop on Tuesday, April 9, at the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Government Center.Sat, 18 May 2013 07:20:02 GMThttp://charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/MediaRoom/PR/Pages/RevaluationReviewCommitteefinalizesrecommendations.aspxThe Revaluation Review Committee met April 8 and completed work on a set of recommendations to improve the property value appeal process.Sat, 18 May 2013 07:20:17 GMThttp://charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/MediaRoom/PR/Pages/2012PerformanceReportScoresCounty'sProgress.aspxHow well is Mecklenburg County government moving forward to meet long-term goals toward the community vision?Sat, 18 May 2013 07:20:18 GMThttp://charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/MediaRoom/PR/Pages/GetaFreeTarpandHelpKeepMecklenburgBeautiful.aspxIt’s a frustrating sight: You’re riding down the road and a small truck with an uncovered load flies by, with trash, dirt, wood chips or who knows what else blowing out. Sat, 18 May 2013 07:20:16 GMThttp://charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/MediaRoom/PR/Pages/Board'sEconomicDevelopmentCommitteeholdsorganizingmeeting.aspxThe Board's reactivated Economic Development Committee met for the first time April 2 and was briefed on its function.Sat, 18 May 2013 07:20:16 GMThttp://charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/MediaRoom/PR/Pages/CommissionCapsule-April2,2013.aspxThe Mecklenburg Board of County Commissioners met on Tuesday, April 2, at the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Government Center.Sat, 18 May 2013 07:20:14 GMThttp://charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/MediaRoom/PR/Pages/WOWAmbassadorLuncheon.aspxGuests learned how to implement a successful recycling program at the most recent Ambassador Luncheon.Sat, 18 May 2013 07:20:12 GMThttp://charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/MediaRoom/PR/Pages/PublicHealthWeek.aspxApril 1-7 is National Public Health Week. Learn more about the Mecklenburg County Health Department and Public Health's Return on Investment.Sat, 18 May 2013 07:20:13 GMThttp://charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/MediaRoom/PR/Pages/ParkandRecreation's3rdAnnualHatsOfftoParksLuncheontoSupportNewtonMemorialPlaygroundBuild.aspxThe Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation Department will hold the 3rd Annual Hats Off to Parks Luncheon on Friday, May 10, 2013, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., at Freedom Park. Sat, 18 May 2013 07:20:11 GMThttp://charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/MediaRoom/PR/Pages/CountyAnnouncesClosingsForGoodFriday.aspxMecklenburg County government offices and agencies will be closed on Friday, March 29, 2013 for the Good Friday holiday.Sat, 18 May 2013 07:20:10 GMThttp://charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/MediaRoom/PR/Pages/RevaluationReviewCommitteegetclosertorecommendation.aspxThe Board's Revaluation Review Committee held its third meeting March 25 and hopes to have a recommendation for the full Board by April 1.Sat, 18 May 2013 07:20:10 GMThttp://charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/MediaRoom/PR/Pages/CountyAssessor'sOffice.aspxThe Mecklenburg County Assessor’s Office has made available an easy-to-use online tool that will allow property owners to review how the County has their real property listed.Sat, 18 May 2013 07:20:08 GMThttp://charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/MediaRoom/PR/Pages/EnvisionCharlotteCountyCityJoinBusinessesandResidentsforEarthHourthisSaturday.aspxEnvision Charlotte, Mecklenburg County, the City of Charlotte, major employers, and uptown residential neighborhoods will turn off their lights—excluding essential safety lighting—for one hour this Saturday as part of the global "Earth Hour" effort.Sat, 18 May 2013 07:20:08 GMThttp://charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/MediaRoom/PR/Pages/HistoricSiteGetsRenovationGo-Ahead.aspxAn integral piece of the County's history is closer to getting the needed attention that will enable a new use for the old structure at 301 Campus Street in Charlotte.Sat, 18 May 2013 07:20:09 GMThttp://charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/MediaRoom/PR/Pages/CountyManagerstatesfutureintentions.aspxCounty Manager Harry Jones tells employees that he intends to stay on the job through the last quarter of 2015.Sat, 18 May 2013 07:20:06 GMThttp://charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/MediaRoom/PR/Pages/RevaluationReviewCommitteecontinuesfact-findingmission.aspxThe Board's Revaluation Review Committee met March 18 and discussed ways to improve procedures used by the Board of Equalization and ReviewSat, 18 May 2013 07:20:07 GMThttp://charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/MediaRoom/PR/Pages/CommunityMeetingsAnnouncedFor.aspxThe Towns of Mooresville, Davidson, Cornelius, Huntersville, the City of Charlotte, and Iredell and Mecklenburg Counties will host a series of community meetings to inform the public about planning for the Mooresville to Charlotte Trail.Sat, 18 May 2013 07:20:05 GMThttp://charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/MediaRoom/PR/Pages/BringUnusedorExpiredPrescriptionMedicationstoOperationMedicineDrop.aspxHelp protect your family and the environment; bring unused or expired medication to any of the following locations and law enforcement will dispose of them properly:Sat, 18 May 2013 07:20:06 GMThttp://charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/MediaRoom/PR/Pages/FreeCompostingClasses.aspxMecklenburg County Solid Waste will offer free classes this spring on how to reduce waste the natural way. Sat, 18 May 2013 07:20:04 GMThttp://charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/MediaRoom/PR/Pages/TurnAround,Don'tDrownIsn'tOnlyForMotorists.aspxMost of Charlotte’s flood deaths in the past 20 years were people on foot. So, just how dangerous is walking in or near floodwater?Sat, 18 May 2013 07:20:03 GMThttp://charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/MediaRoom/PR/Pages/InnovationEarnsMecklenburgCountyPrestigousFinanceAward.aspxMecklenburg County’s Human Services Finance Division has won the 2012-2013 State Treasurer’s Award for Excellence in Accounting and Financial Management. Sat, 18 May 2013 07:19:59 GMThttp://charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/MediaRoom/PR/Pages/EnterYourPoochforTopDogHonorsatthe2013BarkintheParkTopDogFestivalPresentedbyPurinaandHarrisTeeter.aspxSign-up your dog for this year’s Top Dog Photo Contest, part of the 2013 Bark in the Park Top Dog Festival presented by Purina® and Harris Teeter. Sat, 18 May 2013 07:20:01 GMThttp://charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/MediaRoom/PR/Pages/CommissionCapsuleMarch5,2013.aspxThe Mecklenburg Board of County Commissioners met Tuesday, March 5 at the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Government Center. Sat, 18 May 2013 07:20:01 GMThttp://charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/MediaRoom/PR/Pages/Delinq.aspxAbout 35,000 Mecklenburg County property owners who have not paid their 2012 real and personal property tax bills will have their names and the amount they owe published, as required by state law, in The Charlotte Observer, on Sunday, April 7, 2013.Sat, 18 May 2013 07:19:58 GMThttp://charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/MediaRoom/PR/Pages/MeckLINKBehavioralHealthcare.aspxMeckLINK Behavioral Healthcare announced today that it will partner with Community Care of North Carolina (CCNC) to provide support for patients who suffer from both medical and mental health illnesses.Sat, 18 May 2013 07:19:59 GMThttp://charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/MediaRoom/PR/Pages/BoardaskedtoapprovesecuritycamerasforCMSschools.aspxThe CEO for Charlotte Mecklenburg Schools has presented a plan to the Board of County Commissioners to have the County fund $33.7 million in additional security at system schools.Sat, 18 May 2013 07:19:57 GMThttp://charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/MediaRoom/PR/Pages/MecklenburgCountyMarks250YearsWithABoom.aspxRain did little to dampen the spirit of the celebration as Mecklenburg County and the Mecklenburg County District Attorney's Office joined forces to rededicate the Historic Courthouse at 700 E. Trade Street.Sat, 18 May 2013 07:19:56 GMThttp://charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/MediaRoom/PR/Pages/HuzzahMecklenburgCounty.aspxMecklenburg County is celebrating its 250th birthday this year, and is marking the occasion along with the Mecklenburg County District Attorney’s Office to rededicate the Historic Courthouse at 700 East Trade Street on Feb. 26, 2013, at 2 p.m.Sat, 18 May 2013 07:19:55 GMThttp://charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/MediaRoom/PR/Pages/ASestercentennialStumperWhenWasMecklenburgCountyReallyFounded.aspxHere’s a quick test of your knowledge of these celebrated dates: Which one of the three is accurate? Sat, 18 May 2013 07:19:56 GMThttp://charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/MediaRoom/PR/Pages/ApplyNowtoServeontheBoardof.aspxApplications are now being accepted for 15 spots on the Mecklenburg County Board of Equalization and Review (BER).Sat, 18 May 2013 07:19:54 GMThttp://charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/MediaRoom/PR/Pages/MecklenburgCountyHealthDepartmentPublicHealthAuthorityofCabarrusCountyCabarrusHealthAllianceReport.aspxPeople who ate at Hooters in Concord on Feb. 7 or 8, 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., or Whiskey Warehouse in Charlotte on Feb. 6, 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., Feb. 9, 4:30 p.m. to 3:30 a.m., or Feb. 13, 7 p.m. to 8 30 p.m., may have been exposed to hepatitis A. Sat, 18 May 2013 07:19:53 GMThttp://charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/MediaRoom/PR/Pages/FieldtoFork.aspxFuel Pizza has partnered with the Mecklenburg County Health Department, Mecklenburg County Fruit & Vegetable Coalition, Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools, LandSculptors and Earth Farm Organics to bring “Field to Fork” Pizza Gardens to 15 elementary classes. Sat, 18 May 2013 07:19:50 GMThttp://charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/MediaRoom/PR/Pages/MECKLINKBehavioralHealth.aspxMeckLINK Behavioral Healthcare, a department of Mecklenburg County Government, was informed today by the North Carolina Department of Health & Human Services that it has been cleared to proceed to operate fully under the 1915 (b)(c) Medicaid Waiver.Sat, 18 May 2013 07:19:50 GMThttp://charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/MediaRoom/PR/Pages/ColoradoCountyofficialsbriefedonPerformanceManagement.aspxThe Mecklenburg County Office of Management and Budget hosts officials from Adams County, Colorado to brief them on Managing for Results.Sat, 18 May 2013 07:19:51 GMThttp://charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/MediaRoom/PR/Pages/MecklenburgCountyCodeEnforcement.aspxMecklenburg County Code Enforcement has reached an important milestone in international standards. Sat, 18 May 2013 07:19:52 GMThttp://charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/MediaRoom/PR/Pages/revalactionplan.aspxThe Mecklenburg Board of County Commissioners got an update on the Revaluation Action Plan on February 12, focusing mainly on the Board of Equalization and Review. Sat, 18 May 2013 07:19:48 GMThttp://charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/MediaRoom/PR/Pages/HowShouldOurRegionGrowHaveYourSayatInteractiveWorkshops.aspxCONNECT Our Future, a federally funded collaboration between Mecklenburg County, the City of Charlotte and Centralina Council of Governments seeks to identify the qualities and characteristics that residents value as the region grows.Sat, 18 May 2013 07:19:49 GMThttp://charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/MediaRoom/PR/Pages/MecklenburgCountyLaunches.aspxResidents and businesses alike now have a great tool available to help identify recycling opportunities in Mecklenburg County. Sat, 18 May 2013 07:19:47 GMThttp://charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/MediaRoom/PR/Pages/CodeEnforcement's.aspxThe Commercial Technical Assistance Center (CTAC) has now moved into electronic plan submittal and review.Sat, 18 May 2013 07:19:46 GMThttp://charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/MediaRoom/PR/Pages/BoardtoReceiveUpdates.aspxA review of the Mecklenburg Board of County Commissioners meeting from February 5, 2013.Sat, 18 May 2013 07:19:25 GMThttp://charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/MediaRoom/PR/Pages/MecklenburgCountyMarks250Years.aspxWe’ve come a long way since news and information was shared around a crackling fire or recorded on scrolls with ink scratched out from a quill pen.Sat, 18 May 2013 07:19:44 GMThttp://charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/MediaRoom/PR/Pages/Children'sDentalClinicWorksToMakeKidsSmile;AppointmentsAvailable.aspxEach February, the American Dental Association (ADA) sponsors National Children's Dental Health Month to raise awareness about the importance of oral health.Sat, 18 May 2013 07:19:45 GMThttp://charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/MediaRoom/PR/Pages/HowShouldOurRegionGrow.aspxResidents in the City of Charlotte and Mecklenburg County will have a unique opportunity to provide input that will help to build a planning framework to address the region's growth and ensure the continued vitality of local communities.Sat, 18 May 2013 07:19:41 GMThttp://charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/MediaRoom/PR/Pages/CityofCharlotteandMecklenburgCountyRelease.aspxThe City of Charlotte and Mecklenburg County have recently released the new Quality of Life Study, performed under contract with University of North Carolina – Charlotte (UNCC) Metropolitan Studies Institute. Sat, 18 May 2013 07:19:42 GMThttp://charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/MediaRoom/PR/Pages/Volunteer-Built.aspxThe Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation Department will honor the victims of the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting in Newtown, Conn., with a playground built by volunteers and inspired by children.Sat, 18 May 2013 07:19:39 GMThttp://charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/MediaRoom/PR/Pages/KeepingMecklenburgBeautifulwithBulbs.aspxThis spring, more than 20,000 flowers will bloom at various Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools and throughout several County parks thanks to a generous donation made by Keep Winston-Salem Beautiful.Sat, 18 May 2013 07:19:36 GMThttp://charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/MediaRoom/PR/Pages/DHHSSecretarySetsMeckLinkGoLiveDatetoMarch1,.aspxMecklenburg County and DHHS Secretary Aldona Wos, M.D. have reached an agreement that allows MeckLINK to move forward with implementing the State’s Medicaid waiver. Sat, 18 May 2013 07:19:34 GMThttp://charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/MediaRoom/PR/Pages/CountySets.aspxMecklenburg County budget staff plan to hold an information session for nonprofits to learn how the County’s Request for Proposal (RFP) process works and how they can apply for community service grants.Sat, 18 May 2013 07:19:32 GMThttp://charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/MediaRoom/PR/Pages/Boardmembersattendstatewidelegislativeconference.aspxMembers of the Mecklenburg Board of County Commissioners will attend a legislative conference sponsored by the North Carolina Association of County Commissioners Thursday and Friday.Sat, 18 May 2013 07:19:33 GMThttp://charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/MediaRoom/PR/Pages/MecklenburgCountyGoesLiveWith.aspxMecklenburg County is now part of a statewide system designed by the Administrative Office of the Courts to issue and track warrants for all wanted persons in North CarolinaSat, 18 May 2013 07:19:31 GMThttp://charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/MediaRoom/PR/Pages/KeepMecklenburgBeautifulRecycling.aspxKeep Mecklenburg Beautiful, LUESA’s litter prevention plan, won the 2012 Nestlé Pure Life Recycling Award for its efforts in the Great American Cleanup from March 1 to May 31.Sat, 18 May 2013 07:19:29 GMThttp://charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/MediaRoom/PR/Pages/CountyAnnouncesClosingsForKingHoliday.aspxMecklenburg County government offices and agencies will be closed on Monday, Jan. 21, 2013 in observance of the Martin Luther King Jr. holiday.Sat, 18 May 2013 07:19:30 GMThttp://charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/MediaRoom/PR/Pages/CityandCountAttorneysAnnounceEndTobaseballLawsuits.aspxJerry Alan Reese has ceased all efforts to stop the construction of a minor league baseball stadium in Center City Charlotte.Sat, 18 May 2013 07:19:27 GMThttp://charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/MediaRoom/PR/Pages/Board.aspxLegal Defects in DHHS Secretary's Decision CitedSat, 18 May 2013 07:19:23 GMThttp://charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/MediaRoom/PR/Pages/HelptheCharlotte-MecklenburgLibraryPlanforitsFuture.aspxThe Charlotte Mecklenburg Library is developing a 3-year Strategic Plan for library programs and services in cooperation with Mecklenburg County. Sat, 18 May 2013 07:19:22 GMThttp://charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/MediaRoom/PR/Pages/CountyStaffMemberPickedfor.aspxA domestic violence educator with Mecklenburg County’s Community Support Services Agency is one of six Americans taking part in an international exchange program in South-Central Asia.Sat, 18 May 2013 07:19:20 GMThttp://charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/MediaRoom/PR/Pages/FieldtoForkProgramApplicationsDueJan31.aspxThe Mecklenburg County Health Department is partnering with Fuel Pizza, Mecklenburg County Fruit & Vegetable Coalition, Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools, Landsculptors, and EarthFarm Organics to bring Field to Fork Pizza Gardens to 15 elementary classes. Sat, 18 May 2013 07:19:21 GMThttp://charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/MediaRoom/PR/Pages/AvoidtheInterest.aspxMecklenburg County residents are reminded that real estate and personal property tax payments must be paid or postmarked (not metered) by the United States Postal Service today, Jan. 7, 2013, to avoid interest charges.Sat, 18 May 2013 07:19:18 GMThttp://charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/MediaRoom/PR/Pages/CountyManager.aspxNew North Carolina DHHS Secretary Aldona Wos has told County Manager Harry L. Jones, Sr. that she will uphold last week's decision on who will manage the state's federal Medicaid program for Mecklenburg County's consumers. Sat, 18 May 2013 07:19:19 GMThttp://charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/MediaRoom/PR/Pages/MecklenburgCountyGovernment.aspxThe three major rating services have given Mecklenburg County government high marks for the way it rebounded financially following the great recession.Sat, 18 May 2013 07:19:15 GMThttp://charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/MediaRoom/PR/Pages/Mecklenburg.aspxLong before there were glittering skyscrapers, crisscrossing superhighways or even a town called Charlotte, there was a ramshackle wooden cabin where, legend holds, the first act of Mecklenburg County government took place almost 250 years ago. Sat, 18 May 2013 07:19:17 GMT