City of Charlotte $20 Million Neighborhood Improvement Bonds Referendum
Source: er.ncsbe.gov
What does this measure do?
Supports: Public Infrastructure
Lets Charlotte borrow $20 million for neighborhood improvement projects such as sidewalks, lighting, streetscapes, and other public infrastructure in underserved areas. Property owners repay the bonds through city property taxes; the city says the plan needs no tax rate increase.
Proposed by: Charlotte City Council (bond orders and referendum resolution, Aug. 10, 2026)
The city's elected council. On Aug. 10, 2026 it held a public hearing and approved the borrowing plan. North Carolina cities need voter approval to borrow money paid back with property taxes.
Source: charlottenc.legistar.com
A YES vote means
The city can sell $20 million in bonds for neighborhood infrastructure projects, repaid through property taxes.
A NO vote means
The city cannot borrow this money, and those neighborhood projects wait for other funding.
Sources: voteyesforbonds.com · cityviewnc.com
Source: cityviewnc.com