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Consultants offer ideas to add more parking by Justin Vick justin@cmgweekly.com

MATTHEWS – Consultants have advised town leaders that to improve downtown parking, they'll want to resist the urge to build spaces before beefing up enforcement and partnering with the private sector. The town enlisted Alta Planning + Design last year to conduct a downtown parking and mobility study. The firm returned before town commissioners on Jan. 27 with a

representative from Stantec to discuss their findings. For the parking piece of the study, consultants began by counting the number of spaces, as well as the number of vehicles using them, to determine how parking ebbs and flows on a typical day, according to Joel Mann, principal of Stantec. They counted 3,659 parking spaces, of which 2,983 are private off-street and 676 are public spaces. Of the public spaces, 467 are on-street and 209 are public lot. The largest concen-

tration of public parking is in the middle of downtown. “That is the parking that everyone is going to want to use most,” Mann said. “One, it is centrally located. It's right next to everything that is going on downtown. Two, there's no ownership to it.” However, having desirable parking next to desirable land uses without any kind of time limit or enforcement is what leads to shortage, Mann said. see PARKING, Page 5A

Joel Mann, principal of Stantec, and John Cock, vice president of Alta Planning + Design, explain mobility options for the Town of Matthews. Justin Vick/MMHW photo

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Crab house planning huge menu by Kayla Berenson kayla@cmgweekly.com

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Fine Print Parent coordinators can help with custody, 3A

Take it from the top The cast of “Mamma Mia” spends at least four hours rehearsing songs, scenes and dances to make sure they are perfect by the show’s Jan. 31 opening. Kayla Berenson/MMHW photos

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Matthews Playhouse cast puts in work to perfect 'Mamma Mia' by Kayla Berenson

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MATTHEWS – Inside the Matthews Community Center, a group of actors gather around a piano as they warm up their voices. They’re preparing for a long night of dancing, singing and running scenes until they get it just right. The cast of “Mamma Mia,” presented by the Matthews Playhouse of the Performing Arts, has rehearsed and prepared for its opening since mid-December. If a scene, song or dance does not play out the way the show’s leaders see fit, they stop, correct it and run it again. And again. And again.

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The show opens Jan. 31 and runs through Feb. 9. “Mamma Mia” follows the story of Sophie and her mother, former “Donna and the Dynamos” pop star Donna, as Sophie prepares for her wedding on a Greek island. Unbeknownst to Donna, Sophie has invited three men to the wedding whom she believes could be her father. Meanwhile, Donna is reunited with her best friends and former backup singers. The jukebox musical score is to the music of ABBA, including the favorites, “Dancing Queen,” “Super Trouper” and “Gimme, Gimme, Gimme.” see MAMMA, Page 4A

CHARLOTTE – Crown Point Crab House will offer guests a unique experience compared to other seafood restaurants, from the large menu to the sports bar and game atmosphere, when it opens Feb. 10 at 2518 Sardis Road N. The 6,000-square-foot space has a large seating and dining area, an outside patio with a barbecue, pool tables, games, a full bar and 32 TV screens. Owner Andy Gal said there is something on the menu for everyone. “We have way more choices,” Gal said. “If people don’t like seafood or are allergic to seafood, we have options for them.” Menu options include seafood, Asian dishes, pasta, sandwiches, burgers and salads. The restaurant also has specials and discounts depending on the day of the week. Daily from 3 to 5 p.m., visitors can order 10 wings for $6 and wings for 60 cents each. The restaurant offers $5 off specialty margaritas on Mondays, half-off wine bottles on Tuesdays, 60-cent oysters in half shells on Wednesdays and $5 mimosas and Bloody Marys on Sundays. Gal said guests can order seafood skewers to add on to the Bloody Marys, which also makes the restaurant unique. Along with an extensive menu, Gal has designed the restaurant so that the whole family can enjoy the experience. With 32 TV screens, Gal said the restaurant will broadcast all sports games, as well as kid-friendly channels. “People’s kids can watch the games, watch Disney, enjoy the meal and have fun,” Gal said. see CRAB, Page 5A

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Independence boys hang on to SW4A by Andrew Stark andrew@cmgweekly.com

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CHARLOTTE – Despite the sinking Independence boys basketball team’s recent two-game slide, the Patriots still hold a share of the Southwestern 4A title with Myers Park. The Independence boys surged out to a 6-0 start in conference play, but they dropped consecutive games to Myers Park (77-72) and,

most recently, at Hickory Ridge (59-48) to fall to 11-7 overall and 6-2 in conference. They are now in a tie with the Mustangs (13-5, 6-2) who have reeled off five straight wins. Hickory Ridge (13-4, 5-2), Butler (9-9, 5-3) and Rocky River (86, 4-3) remain in the hunt for the top spot, but have a larger hurdle to climb. Independence junior Tachai Miller scored a career-high 15

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points to go with six steals, five rebounds and four assists in the loss to Myers Park, joining Omarion Broderick (20 points and 11 rebounds), Anthony Allen (18 points, seven assists and five steals) and Jalen Hinton (10 points) in double figures. But the Mustangs countered with Drake Maye (23 points and 10 rebounds), who led five double-figure see BASKETBALL, Page 3A

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Urgent Care opens in Mint Hill

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MINT HILL – Novant Health-GoHealth Urgent Care has opened a new urgent care center across from Mint Hill Town Hall. The center will provide access to convenient, high-quality healthcare services, including on-site lab and X-ray capabilities. “The Novant Health-GoHealth Urgent Care experience begins before even setting foot in our centers,” said Kirsten P. Jones, North Carolina market president Jones of GoHealth Urgent Care. “We’re excited that the Mint Hill community can experience the convenience of our digital tools, including online and mobile check-in, Greear real-time wait clocks and online registration, that are designed to enhance the remarkable care that patients have come to expect from Novant Health.” The center features an open floor plan, as well as larger treatment and exam rooms to accommodate patients’ families and friends. Patients benefit from integrated electronic medical records and the ability to choose

when they want to be seen at www.goheal thuc.com/nc. They can minimize wait times by registering online, which will confirm insurance eligibility and any co-pay amounts before arrival. The Novant Health-GoHealth Urgent Care network has 10 centers in Charlotte and 17 in North Carolina, with more opening this year. “Novant Health continues to create a coordinated health system to help ensure that our patients get the right care, at the right time and at the right cost,“ said Joy Greear, president and chief operating officer of Novant Health Mint Hill Medical Center. “Having access to a comprehensive urgent care center allows the Mint Hill community to be treated for non-life threatening medical issues when a primary care provider is not available as an alternative to a more costly emergency department visit.” Want to go? Novant Health-GoHealth Urgent Care is located at 11300 Cresthill Drive. Centers are open from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. weekdays and from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Weekends. Visit www. gohealthuc.com/nc for details.

NEWS BRIEFS Heritage museum extends HELP Center exhibit MATTHEWS – The Matthews Heritage Museum’s exhibit “House with a Heart” has been extended for another month, closing March 7. It spotlights the 40-year anniversary of the Matthews HELP Center, which made its home for the first 25 years in the Massey-Clark House, now home to the museum. This exhibit traces the four decades of growth of the Matthews HELP Center from an all-volunteer agency assisting those needing aid and support to the now seven full-time and six part-time staff. The community rose to the challenge in 1979 when several churches, the Council of Aging and others recognized a need to assist those who needed guidance and temporary support. The museum is open Thursday to Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at 232 N. Trade St.

St. Stephen UMC continues supporting Habitat MATTHEWS – Greater Matthews Habitat for Humanity and St. Stephen United Methodist Church are partnering to provide affordable housing in the community for their 24th housing project. The partnership is primarily being funded through the donations of St. Stephen parishioners, who donated over $20,000 for the Greater Matthews Habitat as part of its Christmas Eve offering. Natisha Rivera-Patrick, president & CEO of Greater Matthews Habitat, joined St. Stephen’s congregation for their Sunday services on Jan. 12 to accept their offering. This home will also be dedicated to the legacy of longtime Habitat volunteer, Walter Donham, who passed away in September. Donham volunteered in the construction of Greater Matthews Habitat homes for nearly 30 years. Greater Matthews Habitat will break ground on this home at 10 a.m. Feb. 1 at 3410 Weddington Road. The nonprofit is still seeking community partners to be a part of this build. Anyone interested can email Sarah Galligan at sarah@habitatmatthews.org.

Sip, Savor, Support event serves charities MINT HILL – The Mint Hill Women's Club invites the community to sip beverages, savor hors d'oeuvres and support a good cause at their 45th annual Sip, Savor, Support. The wine and craft beer tasting event takes place from 6 to 8:30 p.m. Feb. 27 at Pine Lake Country Club. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Tickets will be sold in advance, not at the event. Buy them at www.MHWClub.com.Attendees must be 21. More than 80 items will be up for raffle and silent auction with values ranging from $30 to

$1,500. Proceeds from the event will be donated back to the community in the form of scholarships to Central Piedmont Community College or donations to organizations such as the Community Culinary School of Charlotte, Honor the Warriors, Healing Vine Harbor, Mint Hill Arts, Servants Heart, Idlewild Fire Department and various other small organizations in the area. Contact Kathy Raiano at mhwclub@gmail. com for details.

CATS adjusts several bus routes starting Feb. 3 CHARLOTTE – The Charlotte Area Transit System has unveiled changes to routes taking effect Feb. 3, including Route 27. CATS is increasing the frequency of three routes (8, 16 and 27). Route 27, which serves Monroe Road, will increase frequency to 15 minutes during peak and mid-day periods. CATS also adjusted schedules for routes 11, 23, 41X, 56, 61 and 88. Call 704-336-7433 for details.

Police, fire will hold year-inreview meetings with public MATTHEWS – The Matthews police and fire departments will hold a series of community meetings to discuss crime stats, calls for service, fire response and other information. Each chief will present this information regarding his respective agency, answer any questions, listen to suggestions, as well as provide agency goals and objectives for 2020 and beyond. Meetings will be held in four geographical areas, including: Beat 1: Feb. 4, 6:30 p.m. at Matthews Police Department, 1201 Crews Road. Beat 2: Feb. 5, 6:30 p.m. at Matthews United Methodist Church, 801 S. Trade St.

Police renovating records division office lobby MATTHEWS – The front lobby and records division office of the Matthews Police Department began receiving a facelift Jan. 21. The area will have no public access during the renovation, which is expected to take six to eight weeks. People who need to request records, speak to an officer or make a delivery can press the call button on the intercom that is temporarily mounted outside to the right of the front door. Police will suspend its Medicine Drop Program until renovations are complete.

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The Fine Print

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Southwestern 4A Standings Myers Park 6-2 13-5 Independence 6-2 11-7 Hickory Ridge 5-2 13-4 Butler 5-3 9-9 Rocky River 4-3 8-6 Porter Ridge 4-4 10-8 East Meck 1-7 2-16 Garinger 0-8 0-18 Games are through Jan. 27

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Custody case getting tough? Consider a parent coordinator Dear Attorney, I'm involved in a difficult child custody case with the other parent. We cannot seem to agree on much of anything from bedtimes for our children, how to handle parent teacher conferences, to holiday schedule. My lawyer has suggested I consider employing a parent coordinator to help us resolve these issues. What I cannot understand is how a parenting coordinator is different than a lawyer and why I would incur the costs of one? – Perturbed Parent Dear Perturbed, If your custody case is “difficult,” that's a sign that a parenting coordinator (PC) may be a good option to consider. Under North Carolina's parenting coordinator statute, a judge can appoint a PC in high-conflict cases to work with the parents on making day-to-day decisions. The PC is a neutral third party brought into a custody matter to reduce tension by helping parents effectively communicate, solve problems and co-parent. Some examples of high-conflict cases are those that involve: • Excessive litigation (constantly going back and forth to court); • Anger and distrust between parents that affects decisions they make regarding their child(ren); • A history of abuse of any kind rendering communication between parents a bad idea; • Difficulty communicating about daily decisions that must be made by parents in order to raise their child(ren). PCs exist, in part, due to the severe backlog that family law courts are experiencing in child custody cases. We often think of contentious court proceedings as involving major issues, such as where to send a child to school or whether one parent can move to another state with the child. These conflicts do occur, but more commonly it is something small that sets off a parent and lands them both in front of the judge. This costs time, money and delays other parties that need to have their cases heard. The PC cannot modify a child custody order or make fundamental custody decisions; that's the role of the judge in your case. The PC can be appointed at the request of a party or with the parents' consent. One major benefit of having a PC is his or her neutrality in making a decision about daily matters like what is a reasonable bedtime for your child or holiday visitation schedule. This is done after having received input from you and your former spouse. Thus, instead of waiting months to get in front of a judge, leaving your child in limbo, and increasing tension between the parents, the PC can quickly resolve the issue and help both parents forward. If the judge appoints a PC, he or she will also set forth the specific issues that the PC can assist with and bring to decision. If the PC makes a decision in your matter, that decision will be enforceable as if it were an order of the court. For that reason, you should consult your attorney for guidance

About Jennifer L. Fleet Jennifer L. Fleet, Esq. practices domestic law and appellate law at Weaver | Budd, Attorneys at Law. She is also a parent coordinator. To schedule a consultation with her, please call (704) 841-0760.

on the PC's authority in your case. A PC's fee will depend largely on his or her experience and qualifications. In order to be eligible to be a PC, an individual must meet all of the following requirements: • Hold a masters or doctorate degree in psychology, law, social work, counseling, medicine or a related subject area; • Have at least five years of related professional post-degree experience; • Hold a current license in the parenting coordinator's area of practice, if applicable; • Participate in 24 hours of training in specific topics before they are licensed. Parents can generally expect to pay anywhere from $175 to $350 an hour for the services of a PC. However, this will likely be less expensive than numerous court hearings between you and the other parent. Oftentimes, the PC fee is split equally between the parents. It is important for you and your attorney to discuss the pros and cons of a PC from all angles, including costs. This is especially true if you and the other parent have a history of conflict and poor communication. In any event, talk to your attorney about the history of your relationship with the other parent so the two of you can make an informed decision on whether to employ a parenting coordinator to help reduce the conflict and the costs associated with a difficult custody case. Disclaimer: The information contained in this article is general in nature and not to be taken as legal advice, nor to establish an attorney-client relationship between the reader and Jennifer Fleet or Weaver | Budd, Attorneys at Law. Submit questions for The Fine Print to: inquiries@weaverbuddlaw.com.

scorers. The Patriots could never find their footing at Hickory Ridge, as they shot just 30% from the field and made just 3-of-25 3-point shots in their second consecutive loss. Butler had a golden opportunity last Friday to force a three-way tie in the league standings, but couldn’t get past Rocky River. The Ravens stayed within striking distance with the 57-52 win that saw them outscore Butler 18-8 in the final quarter before Calik “Duke” Thomas nailed a corner three to give Rocky River the late lead. Thomas (20 points), Nick Burns (11 points) and Stephen Richards (10 points) also scored in double digits for the Ravens, who have won six of their last nine. The loss snapped Butler’s three-game win streak and put some distance between themselves and a league title. Patrick Wessler (7-of-8 from the field, 18 points, 10 rebounds and five assists) led the way for the Bulldogs, who also got 15 points from Jesse Taylor. Butler guard Jordan McPhatter (12.8 points per game) missed his sixth straight game with injury and hasn’t played this calendar year.

Recent Games Jan. 17: Myers Park 77, Independence 72 Jan. 17: Rocky River 79, Garinger 21 Jan. 17: Butler 64, East Meck 55 Jan. 23: Rocky River 57, Butler 52 Jan. 24: Hickory Ridge 59, Independence 48 Upcoming Games Jan. 28: East Meck @ Independence (after deadline) Jan. 28: Rocky River @ Myers Park (after deadline) Jan. 28 : Butler @ Porter Ridge (after deadline) Jan. 29: Rocky River @ Hickory Ridge (after deadline) Jan. 31: Hickory Ridge @ Rocky River Jan. 31: Porter Ridge @ Independence Jan. 31: Myers Park @ Butler Feb. 4: Independence @ Butler

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Superstar Taylor Henderson and Myers Park hold a one-game lead over the surging Butler girls and a two-game lead over upstart Independence. The lead has been in Myers Park’s (12-6 overall, 8-0 conference, through Jan. 27) hand since the race began last December, but Butler (11-7, 7-1) and Independence (14-4, 6-2) remain hot on their heels. There are big games coming on the horizon with Butler hosting Myers Park (Jan. 31) and Independence (Feb. 4) on a night when former Butler star Cierra Burdick will have her jersey retired. On the court, the Mustangs have won five straight, including a 77-11 win over Garinger. Henderson scored a team-high 24 points to go with 11 rebounds, six steals and three assists. Nia Nelson added 10 for the Mustangs. Henderson is averaging 20.9 points, 8.4 rebounds, 3.1 assists and three steals per game to pace Myers Park’s attack. Butler has reeled off six straight wins to remain in striking distance with their big matchup with Myers Park coming Friday. The Bulldogs most recently blew out Southwestern 4A Standings Myers Park 8-0 12-6 Butler 7-1 11-7 Independence 6-2 14-4 Hickory Ridge 3-4 8-9 Rocky River 3-4 5-8 Porter Ridge 3-5 6-11 East Meck 1-7 2-15 Garinger 0-8 1-14 Games are through Jan. 27 Recent Games Jan. 17: Myers Park 71, Independence 58 Jan. 17: Rocky River 72, Garinger 15 Jan. 17: Butler 72, East Meck 22 Jan. 23: Butler 75, Rocky River 33 Jan. 24: Independence 50, Hickory Ridge 37

Rocky River 75-33 behind a near quadruple-double for senior point guard Payton Sutton (16 points, 10 rebounds, 10 assists and eight steals). Sutton got plenty of help from Michaela Lane (19 points, 11 rebounds, five assists and five steals), Ashlynn Dotson (14 points) and freshman Chelya Scott (11 points, seven rebounds and five assists). The feel-good story of the season has to be Independence, but the Patriots aren’t settling for that as they remain in the race. After losing 71-58 to Myers Park last week, the Patriots rebounded with a 50-37 win at Hickory Ridge. Trinity Thompson played a great floor game in the win, as she finished with 14 points, eight steals and five assists. Braylyn Milton, the Patriots' leading scorer on the year, finished with 13. Independence dominated on the glass as Gracie Breckenridge (17 rebounds, seven blocks and five points), Ayanna Anderson (14 rebounds and five points) and Laura Flynn (10 rebounds and nine points) filled up the stat sheet. The Patriots aren’t out of anything with games at Butler (Feb. 4) and at Myers Park (Feb. 14) to close the regular season.

Upcoming Games Jan. 28: East Meck @ Independence (after deadline) Jan. 28: Rocky River @ Myers Park (after deadline) Jan. 28 : Butler @ Porter Ridge (after deadline) Jan. 29: Rocky River @ Hickory Ridge (after deadline) Jan. 31: Hickory Ridge @ Rocky River Jan. 31: Porter Ridge @ Independence Jan. 31: Myers Park @ Butler Feb. 4: Independence @ Butler Social: Follow Sports Editor Andrew Stark on Twitter @andrewstark66 for live tweets and game coverage.

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“The women characters in this show are strong and independent, and the male characters are sensitive and compassionate,” Director Billy Ensley said. “It’s a good show and it’s a fun show. It’s also fun to watch a scene and watch it move into a song that the audience is familiar with. I want them to walk away having a song in their head and a shuffle in their feet.” Ensley is returning to the Matthews Playhouse stage for this production. The Charlotte native has directed previous shows in Matthews and has worked professionally throughout the Charlotte region. He oversees the entire production of “Mamma Mia,” putting his vision together while staying true to the classic favorite that audiences love. “The vision for me was that we would make the scenes and the characters very real with a real story to tell,” Ensley said. “Then, we would make the music numbers have a pop to them so that it’s a party atmosphere and a fun atmosphere for the audience.” The cast includes a mix of seasoned, professional actors and upand-coming performers. Ensley said he was able to bring in talent whom he knew already, as well as pull from the talent in the local community. He said it has been rewarding to get to work with some of his friends professionally while providing experience and opportunity for a younger generation of performers. After the show was cast, the actors were given their scripts and music and were asked to “do their homework.” Ensley said they had discussions about the concept of the show and their goals for the production. After that, they moved into music rehearsals with musical director Ellen Robinson. Ensley then began blocking, staging and developing characters with the actors before they worked on choreography with Lisa Blanton. Then, all of the elements are combined to put the show on its feet. “We do a whole lot in a compressed amount of time,” Ensley said.

Ensley has enjoyed working with the cast and putting the show together, but the directing process has not come without challenges. Many of the cast members work, have families or are in school while balancing their commitment to the show, so Ensley has had to find a way to manage schedule conflicts while still rehearsing effectively. Almost one week before the show’s opening, an actor had to drop out of the production. The assistant stage manager for the show, Hunter Stilwell, has stepped in to take on an ensemble role while still performing his backstage duties. He is not the only one wearing multiple hats. Blanton doubles as the show’s choreographer and plays the role of Tanya, one of Donna’s backup singers. “It’s been a challenge,” Blanton admitted. “It’s challenging to stop watching everybody and rehearse myself. It’s hard to let go of what it looks like and just focus on what I need to do.” Blanton has choreographed in studios, schools and theaters all over Charlotte. For this show, she drew inspiration from her own experience listening to ABBA when she was younger. She and Ensley also attended another production of the show in a different city to see what they did with choreography. “It’s a little easy since I’m the right age,” Blanton said. “The ABBA music and the old videos, that’s my era. Being familiar with the music makes it easier. And the Internet allows you to watch a lot of different versions. Usually, it just starts with seeing the music in your head.” Because she was chosen as the choreographer before the show was cast, Blanton had to adapt her choreography ideas to the cast’s size, strengths and experience. Once the show was cast, she could put the choreography together. Blanton has worked with Ensley and Robinson many times. She said it is “always a treat” to collaborate with them, especially because she knows what Ensley is expecting and what direction he wants to go in with the show. The biggest challenge when it comes to choreography is teach-

Lisa Blanton (left) doubles as the show's choreographer and plays the role of Tanya, a member of the singing group Donna and the Dynamos. Kayla Berenson/MMHW photos

ing it in the space at the Matthews Community Center. Sometimes, they have large spaces, like the community room. But other times, they have been in smaller classrooms. This makes it challenging when adapting it for the stage. “You have to teach a big group, squish it into the space and then translate it onto the set, and that will be a whole new challenge,” Blanton said. “We’ll have levels and things in our way, so that’s always a challenge.” The cast only moves the production to the stage once they are done piecing the show together. They then get to work with the set, props, costumes, music, sound and lights. This is when the show begins to come to life. John Bayless designed the set. It is centered around Donna’s Greek taverna and gives the audience a view into Donna’s room on stage, as well as opportunities for the actors to enter the stage from other parts of the theater. By Jan. 31, the cast will be ready for its opening night. “It’s a challenge that everyone is up for and everybody loves,” Ens-

Above: Alexa Thomas (left) plays Sophie, who invites three men to her wedding who could potentially be her father.

Want to go? “Mamma Mia” runs through Feb. 9 at Matthews Playhouse. Tickets for the evening and matinee performances are available at www.matthewsplayhouse.com.

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Crown Point Crab House owner Andy Gal hopes to combine a casual dining atmosphere with a sports bar feel at the restaurant through an expansive menu, 32 TVs around the restaurant, a pool table and other games for visitors to enjoy. Kayla Berenson/MMHW photos

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With such a huge space, Gal said reservations and walk-ins are both welcome. Gal said the restaurant has passed all inspections, and he is now hiring waitstaff and bartenders. “We want to hire only friendly people with good energy to make our restaurant more friendly,” Gal said. Making personal connections has been important to Gal from the start. He has spent the last few months connecting with

businesses within a five-mile radius of Crown Point Crab House and has personally invited them to the restaurant’s grand opening. He wants all guests to feel welcome at the restaurant. “We love this location,” Gal said. “There’s a lot of people in this area. People are friendly, and I love Matthews.” Want to go? Crown Point Crab House will be open weekdays from 11:30 a.m. to 2 a.m. and on weekends from noon to 2 a.m. Visit www. crownpointcrabhouse.com for more information.

• Special Touch Catering and Deli, 1310 Wesley Chapel Stouts Road, Indian Trail – 84 Violations include: Certified food protection manager wasn't available; staffer washed hands in dish sink with dishes; block of cheese in reach-in cooler was spoiled with microbial growth; can opener had food debris on blade; sour cream and shredded lettuce cooled slowly in walkin cooler; and cut melon, sliced tomatoes, shredded lettuce, deli meats, cheeses, cooked pasta, cooked taco beef, milk and cooked taco chicken didn't have date marks. • LAM's Kitchen, 1369, 1369 Chestnut Lane, Matthews – 90 Violations include: Plastic pan was in hand sink; raw seafood was stored above ready-to-eat vegetables in walk-in cooler; hot and sour soup wasn't held hot enough; raw duck wasn't held cold enough; and dishes were stacked wet.

Indian Trail • Bojangles', 6550 Old Monroe Road – 95 • Cathy's Coffee, 606 Indian Trail Road – 98.5 • Lady's Go-Gos, 3816

This slide shows an inventory of parking spaces in downtown Matthews. Purple is private spaces. Blue is public. Photo courtesy of Town of Matthews

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“We need to have more of this publicly accessible parking,” Mann said. “I think that jives pretty well with what people have said. They feel like there is a shortage and that we need to have more of it. I am very careful to say that we don't need to construct more necessarily, but we do need to add to what is publicly available, what is predictable and what is used.” Stantec developed a parking program that includes six steps, each increasing in complexity. The framework identifies events that would trigger the next step and actions to get started. The first step consists of treating all of the parking downtown as a managed district. This involves understanding where spaces are located and work with businesses to ensure available parking is accessible. The study explains how Matthews could create “virtual public spaces,” in which the town could make some of the private parking more public through leasing arrangements. Consultants even offered suggestions to calculate such leases. “This is parking you don't need to build,” Mann said. “This is parking that exists today.” Future steps involve enforcing existing regulations, providing parking management services to businesses, working with developers to add parking, offering developers the option to pay a fee instead of parking and building more spaces. While adding parking would seem like the logical first step, Mann puts it last for good reason. “You want to get those other things in place first and have a management system that really understands how to treat existing parking as an asset before jumping ahead and building more of it or else you're going to

Commissioners John Urban and Jeff Miller listen to consultants explain potential mobility options. Justin Vick/MMHW photo

replicate these problems on a larger scale,” he said. Stantec identified three areas downtown that could sustain future parking, such as lots on Trade and Matthews streets, Charles and John streets and a church site. Luke Mabry, senior pastor of Matthews Presbyterian Church, is among members of the Matthews Transportation Advisory Committee, which helps town commissioners make decisions regarding mobility. He attended the presentation and noted there are two other churches in close proximity to his. “I think I speak for all of us in saying we want to be good community players,” Mabry said of the churches. “We don't use those lots when a lot of people do. I think it's reasonable to compensate those churches for wear and tear on their parking lots, but I think all three would be certainly amenable to any kind of sharing program we have in the city. I know we are.” Enforcing parking rules was a key point of the presentation. “We recommend when you start looking at managing parking that it is not about trying to generate revenue,” Mann said. “It is not about trying to generate turnover and push people out. It is really just trying to manage to a level of availability.” The industry standard for parking is that enforcement involves a time limit to park and then graduates to pricing. He doesn't believe that Matthews has reached the point of pricing yet. After the presentation, Town Manager Hazen Blodgett asked if there was modern technology the town could use in place of a parking enforcement officer, which he described as the “bad guy driving around town.” “This will be a tough nut, I think, for the community,” Blodgett said. Mann replied there is technology the town could use but most code enforcement is still human-driven. However, the town could move away from penalties in favor of guidance. “It's really important when you start rolling this out to make sure people know how the whole system works and what the options are,” Mann said. For example, if people can't get what they need to do done within a two-hour parking limit, there are more appropriate places to park. Editor's note: The discussion about parking is part of a broader study on mobility. Pick up next week's edition for more recommendations that consultants gave to town leaders on mobility.

News Editor Karie Simmons recently tried Lady's Go-Go's in Indian Trail and shared her experience on social media. The vegan Mexican restaurant received a 98 on its health inspection. Karie Simmons/MMHW photo Sardis Church Road – 98 • Special Touch Catering and Deli, 1310 Wesley Chapel Stouts Road – 84 • Viva Chicken, 6461 Old Monroe Road – 97

7800 Stevens Mill Road – 100 • LAM's Kitchen, 1369 Chestnut Lane – 90 • Poppy Seeds Bagels, 1311 Chestnut Lane – 97.5

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• Chin Chin II, 9013 Albemarle Road – 96.5 • Mi Barrio's Halal Food Cart, 7308 E. Independence Blvd. – 95.5

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Crestdale band nets two all-state nominations by Andrew Stark andrew@cmgweekly.com

CHARLOTTE – Seven Crestdale Middle School students were honored as all-district by North Carolina’s South Central District Bandmasters Association. Two of those band members were nominated for all-state recognition. To qualify for all-district, members must play a piece specific to their instrument in front of judges. Bands from Union, Mecklenburg, Iredell and surrounding counties make up the district. Members are then grouped into “chairs” based on their mastery of the piece in accordance with other players within the district and placed into concert or symphony orchestras, with the latter being

harder to achieve. The students who were awarded all-district were Kailin Marciniak (sixth chair flute, symphonic band), Rithik Ramkumar (first chair alto saxophone, concert band), Lindsay Pfeffer (sixth chair trombone, symphonic band), Addison Carnow (first chair percussion, concert band) and Matthew Moore (first chair mallets, concert band). In addition, two band members – eighth-graders Davis Weber and Joshua Pagan – earned another honor on top of the all-district nod as they were nominated to compete for all-state recognition in March. There, they’ll compete with other all-district players who placed within the top three chairs in their instrument. “Recently, we haven’t had many

(all-district band members) come from here,” said first-year band director O’Shae Best. “I think the biggest part is just being high enough in our district to even be recognized. Our state has some really strong players and especially in middle school. For us, getting that eligibility is a big step.” Weber said he started playing the french horn, with which he finished in the third chair in the district, when he was in the sixth grade because his brother had played it and because he thought it was a cool-looking instrument. “The solo was tough because there were a few fast parts in it with really weird combinations,” Weber said. “I think see BAND, Page 2B

Crestdale Middle School had seven band members earn all-district honors including Joshua Pagan, band director O’Shae Best and Davis Weber. Pagan (first chair trumpet) and Weber (third chair french horn) will be competing for all-state honors in March. Andrew Stark/MMHW photo

Give wisely to those in need – not scammers by Josh Stein

N.C. Attorney General

Atrium Health officials ceremoniously celebrate the first shovels in the dirt during the Jan. 23 groundbreaking of Atrium Health Union West.

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Atrium Health breaks ground on Union West hospital

Renderings show what Atrium Health Union West will look like when the hospital opens in early 2022. The campus will include offices for medical specialties. Kayla Berenson/MMHW photos

by Kayla Berenson kayla@cmgweekly.com

STALLINGS – The 10-year vision of a hospital and medical facility in western Union County was brought to life Jan. 23 as Atrium Health officials broke ground on the site of the future Atrium Health Union West hospital. The hospital, located at 1500 Stallings Road, is expected to be completed by the end of 2021 and open in early 2022. Officials say the project will be completed on time and under budget. When Eugene Woods stepped into his role as president and CEO of Atrium Health, he met Donnie Baucom, who serves on the Atrium Health board of commissioners. Baucom gave him a tour of Union County see HOSPITAL, Page 3B

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With the growing population, there’s a need for another hospital in the community.” • Michael Lutes Atrium Health

Earlier this month, the Durham Housing Authority relocated about 270 families from McDougald Terrace, a Durham public housing Stein complex, after inspections indicated elevated carbon monoxide levels in appliances. As a result, concerned community members have worked to raise funds for residents who had to temporarily relocate and deal with significant life disruptions. However, my office received notice of an unauthorized GoFundMe campaign that claimed to be raising money for McDougald Terrace residents. We worked with GoFundMe to shut down that fraudulent campaign and are keeping an eye out for others, but as we start 2020, the incident is a good reminder to be aware of charity scams. There are so many ways to give to charity and many deserving charities to choose from when you’re donating. Before you give anything, do your research. Prioritize charities that you are personally familiar with or that operate in your local community. You’ll have more confidence in how your donation can help make a difference. Remember to ask how your donation will be used, so you can be sure that your money is going to help those in need instead of paying for the telemarketers. Call my office’s Consumer Protection Division at 1-877-5-NOSCAM to check whether the charity see STEIN, Page 3B

Panthers girls are on their way Win over Ardrey Kell gives Providence a path to conference title by Andrew Stark andrew@cmgweekly.com

CHARLOTTE – Ardrey Kell has been the gold standard in the So. Meck 7 conference, winning or having a share of the title for each of the past nine seasons. But Providence secured a two-game lead for the conference crown Jan. 17 by defeating the Knights, 56-40. “Every time they started to make a run, we countered,” Providence coach Jennifer Bean said. “That’s something we’ve struggled a little bit in the past years. They’d start to make a little run and we’d panic a little bit. We didn’t do that at all. We were composed, and we played tough.” The Panthers went on a 24-8 run to break the lead open at 40-20 early in the third quarter led by super junior Nyla

McGill before cruising to victory. McGill finished with a game-high 23 points on 9-of-13 shooting, seven assists, five rebounds, five steals, a highlight-reel block, just one turnover and not a single personal foul. The Panthers beat the Knights at Ardrey Kell last season, but this marked the first time Providence has ever beaten them at home. It also gave the Panthers a two-game lead in the So. Meck 7. “This means that we’re the best team in the conference and we can finally put an official banner on our wall,” said McGill, who averages 15.4 points, 7 rebounds, 6 assists and 4 steals per game. “I’m very proud of these girls. I love their energy and persistence and this team is playing well. We don’t see PANTHERS, Page 2B

Providence point guard Nyla McGill is among the area’s top players. She leads the team with 15.4 points and also averages seven assists and six rebounds per game. Andrew Stark/MMHW photo

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it’s a pretty big deal. I’m the third chair in the South Central District, so I guess that means I’m pretty good at playing.” Weber, who will attend Providence next year, said this recognition makes him want to continue with the band. Best thinks that would be a good idea, too. “For Davis, I can say ‘Can you help watch the section for me?’ and he will,” Best said. “I’ve talked with his mom about this, but it’s like having another adult in the room.” Pagan led the way for the Crestdale honorees, as he earned the first chair in the district for the trumpet. He said his family has played the trumpet, but even so, the accomplishment was well-earned. During the performance, Pagan said “the rhythms in the solo were kind of confusing and that threw me off a little bit. It is a

big deal and it’s definitely an honor. I know there were a lot of trumpet players, so it’s an honor.” While Pagan, who will attend Butler next year, and Weber took the highest honors, Best said the experience and exposure of even the band members who tried and didn’t get selected will be invaluable moving forward as Crestdale enters its third year as Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools magnet for performing arts. “I had a lot of seventh-graders try out,” Best said. “Even if they didn’t make it, they still got the experience of auditioning, so we’re getting the ball rolling so they can pass that along, have more people get in next year and continue that cycle. “We have a really hard district to make. We had a lot of students make it, but we didn’t have a lot of students make it to the top. For me, I can use this information and tell what our students may need to do better with these scales or do better with sight reading or really see what held them back and encourage them more.”

Coach Jennifer Bean gives instructions to Providence during their 56-40 win over Ardrey Kell. Bean has helped raise the program from doormat to contender since inheriting a squad that went 5-20 in 2016-17. Andrew Stark/MMHW photo

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take the losses as a loss, we take it as a learning experience.” Providence opened the new year with out-of-conference losses to Hickory Ridge and Central Cabarrus but they've since reeled off convincing wins over Harding, Olympic, Ardrey Kell and West Mecklenburg. The Panthers are getting great contributions from senior transfer Amari Davis, who scored 20 in the win over Ardrey Kell, Cameron Mulkey and sophomore Eva Butler, who has turned into the Panthers’ best defensive stopper. “Her stat line doesn’t show how valuable she is to our team,” Bean said. “She consistently shuts down the other teams' best players.” As the Panthers enter their home stretch, they’re hoping for better memories than last season when, after a 20-4 start, they lost to Berry – a team that finished the season with a losing record – in the conference and state tournaments. Now is their shot at redemption. The win over Ardrey Kell shows this team is more than capable. “We were in a similar situation last year and struggled at the end,” Bean said. “We need to keep the foot on the gas pedal and keep doing what they’re doing.”

The Panthers defense swarmed Ardrey Kell all night, forcing them into bad shots and multiple turnovers. Here, Eva Butler (15) and Marlow Chapman (11) protect the basket in the Panthers’ 56-40 win over the Knights. So. Meck 7 standings Providence 7-0 16-2 South Meck 5-2 13-3 Olympic 5-2 12-4 Ardrey Kell 4-3 10-8 Berry 2-4 8-8 Harding 0-6 0-14 West Meck 0-6 6-12 Games are through Jan. 27 Last 5 Games Jan. 10: Providence 63, Harding, 13 Jan. 14: Providence 52, Olympic 43 Jan. 17: Providence 56, Ardrey Kell 40 Jan. 24; Providence 67, West Meck 39 Jan. 28: Providence @ Berry (after deadline) Upcoming Games Jan. 31: South Meck @ Providence Feb. 7: Harding @ Providence Feb. 11: Olympic @ Providence Feb. 14: Providence @ Ardrey Kell

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and expressed the need for a hospital and more expanded medical services. Woods said in the eight years Atrium Health has served Union County, it has invested $179 million in the community, providing jobs and economic growth while expanding access to quality health care. The 150,000-square-foot hospital will have 40 acute care beds, 10 emergency department bays, two operating rooms, one endoscopy suite, one C-section operating room, imaging services, lab services and pharmacy services. Additionally, the site will include a 40,000-square-foot medical office building with physician practices. “This will be the largest development project in Union County’s history,” Woods said. “It shows that we are committed. We believe in this community and what we can be together moving forward.” Atrium Health began a strategic plan for the hospital between 2007 and 2008, according to Michael Lutes, market president. Lutes said as the county continues to grow, so does its need for a hospital in closer proximity to its residents. Stallings was chosen because it provides access to a rapidly growing part of the county. “Western Union County has grown so much and unfortunately, with that, it means there’s not really a hospital close by,” Lutes said. “So, bringing these specialty services and having a hospital locally will prevent people from having to travel into Charlotte or back into Monroe.” Though Novant Hospital in Matthews is located about 3.5 miles from Atrium’s new location, Lutes believes Atrium

has complaints against it and check its license with the Secretary of State. You can also research a charity’s ratings and history using resources including the Better Business Bureau’s Wise Giving Alliance, Charity Navigator, Charity Watch, or GuideStar. Watch out for fake charities that have names very close to the names of real charities. Scammers use this trick to confuse you into thinking you’re giving to a legitimate charity. Don’t be pressured by pushy telemarketers. No one should pressure you into giving money or sharing your personal or financial information on the spot. And watch out for unsolicited emails and text messages or unverifiable social media posts asking for your donation. They could be phishing scams that will redirect you to copycat websites to steal your personal information. Once you’ve chosen a charity, contact it at a website or phone number you know to be valid. If you’re donating online, make sure the website is secure – look for a lock icon in the address bar and a URL that begins with “https.” It’s best to pay by credit card for security and tax record purposes. If you decide to pay by check, make it out to the charity, not an individual. When we give to charity, we’re making an effort to help people in need or causes we believe in. Scammers who use that sense of community to take our money are unconscionable, and my office will do everything we can to stop them. You can learn more about charity scams at www. ncdoj.gov/charity. If you believe that you or someone you know has been the victim of a scam, please file a complaint with my office’s Consumer Protection Division at www.ncdoj.gov/complaint or 1-877-5-NO-SCAM.

Eugene Woods, president and CEO of Atrium Health, spoke about the past, present and future of health care in Union County during his remarks at the groundbreaking. Kayla Berenson/MMHW photo

Health will be able to differentiate itself and serve nearby communities. “With the growing population, there’s a need for another hospital in the community,” Lutes said. “We’re going to continue to grow our services, particularly around women’s services and cardiology and really have specialized services that will attract patients to Atrium Health Union West.” Dr. Natasha Adams-Denny, who serves as an OB/GYN at Atrium Health Union in Monroe, said she thinks her patients who live in Stallings and Indian Trail will be happy to soon have medical services closer to them. In his speech to guests at the groundbreaking ceremony, Woods thanked Stallings Town Council, the Union County Board of Commissioners and state elected officials for their support of the project. He also expressed his intent to partner with local organizations. “It’s not just about the care that we provide inside of our walls,” Woods said.

“80% of any of our health is what happens outside of our walls, so we look to partner with other community organizations so that we keep people healthy, not just when they’re inside, but also when they’re traveling throughout their day-to-day lives.” Woods reflected on the last 100 years, when the first hospital opened in Union County. He said when Alto Mahoney ran Ellen Fitzgerald Hospital, it was common knowledge that anyone, no matter what they looked like or where they were from, would be taken care of. Woods hopes to continue that mission in Union County as Atrium Health Union West opens. “I think that Dr. Mahoney would be beaming with pride at this moment that a century later, we’re continuing the vision of caring for all,” Woods said. “Let’s launch a new beginning here and let it be that people 100 years from now are reflecting back on this moment on the care that we brought to countless lives.”

Public can give input on future NCDOT projects ALBEMARLE – Residents will get a chance to provide input on what transportation projects they would like to see included in the next N.C. Department of Transportation’s 10-Year transportation plan for 2023 to 2032. NCDOT uses data and local input to determine which projects get funded in the 10-year plan based on a formula created by the Strategic Transportation Investments law. The formula considers safety, congestion and economic growth. The public can send project suggestions through an interactive survey on the 2023-2032 STIP web page during a public comment period between Jan. 27 and Feb. 28. There also will be an open house during business hours from Feb. 10 to 12 at NCDOT Division 10 headquarters at 716 W. Main St., Albemarle, for in-person input about potential projects. Residents who can’t attend can submit comments during

the 30-day public comment period to Tim Boland at tboland@ ncdot.gov or 704-983-4400. Projects can be as large-scale as an interstate improvement or as small as a new turn lane or intersection improvement. The comment period is not for maintenance-related projects such as patching potholes or resurfacing. Project scores and a draft statewide project list will be released by March 2021. There will be another public comment period regarding regional projects in spring 2021, with the same process taking place for division-level projects in fall 2021. The 2023-2032 draft STIP will be released in February 2022, with approval by the board of transportation in the summer. Projects scheduled in the first six years are considered committed, while projects in the final four years will be re-evaluated again as part of the next STIP development process.

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