City of Charlotte $280 Million Transportation Bonds Referendum
Source: er.ncsbe.gov
What does this measure do?
Supports: Public Infrastructure
Charlotte would borrow $280 million to repair roads, bridges, sidewalks, bike paths, drainage, and traffic signals. City property taxes would repay it, but the city estimates no added tax rate is needed for these bonds.
Proposed by: Charlotte City Council (bond orders and referendum resolution, Aug. 10, 2026)
The city's elected council. It approved the borrowing plan after a public hearing. North Carolina cities need voter approval to borrow money that is paid back with property taxes.
Source: charlottenc.legistar.com
A YES vote means
Charlotte can borrow $280 million for the listed transportation projects. The city expects no extra property tax rate increase to repay it.
A NO vote means
Charlotte cannot borrow this $280 million for the projects; they would need other funding or wait.
Sources: charlottenc.gov2
Sources: voteyesforbonds.com · cityviewnc.com