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MINT HILL – Mint Hill leaders are not interested in expanding the downtown district. Resident Jerry Helms introduced his concept for Mint Hill Meadows to town commissioners prior to their April 14 meeting. Helms envisioned a 55-and-older community with 90 patio homes in the form of 19 quadruplexes and seven duplexes.

The problem is that his property on Lawyers Road is just outside of the town’s downtown overlay district. “There has been no conversations at this point in time by this board to increase the size of the downtown overlay area,” Mayor Brad Simmons told Helms. “For you to get to the unit count, we would have to take that property into the downtown overlay area. I’m

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not in favor of that. I don’t want to increase the size of the downtown area.” Simmons acknowledged that Helms’s property abuts the downtown area, but letting him in could cause a chain reaction. “”There are so many people – probably some in this audience – who also have a piece of property that abuts the downtown overlay,” Simmons said. “If we start

increasing the downtown area, then we get caught up in the vicious cycle that never stops. It takes away the downtown-area feel.” Helms wanted to replicate the success at the Traditions at Lawyers Glen. He saw potential in ranch-style homes with access by foot to shopping and dining. The neighborhood would have had two pickleball courts, a gazebo and enough parking

at each home for four cars. “Mint Hill, like it or not, is one of the hottest developments in the Carolinas,” Helms said. “The growth, whether you like it or not, is coming and it’s here already. We’re trying to provide some attractive housing with all the amenities people want.” Simmons took a straw poll around the dais. None of the commissioners supported the idea either.

Matthews formalizes plans for downtown loop by Justin Vick

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MATTHEWS – Town leaders have updated the Composite Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan to include the Matthews Downtown Loop. The project consists of two loops with a connector on Trade Street and alternate routes throughout. It will have 7.7 miles of 10-foot wide multiuse paths. “Staff developed this loop by thinking about existing multi-use paths, where paths are planned, and where short links could be added,” Transportation Planner Dana Stoogenke explained in a memo to the Matthews Board of Commissioners. “This would create a looped network for recreation that could also serve a transportation need.” Commissioners adopted the plan in 2015 to guide staff and developers when it comes to planning for bike lanes, multi-use paths and greenways. It was updated in 2021 to include the rail trail corridor. “We recognized the rail trail corridor was something we needed to preserve, get into a document so that when we and developers are working here in Matthews on developing sites there is a reference for what needs to be done,” Town Engineer Susan Habina-Woolard said. The Matthews Develop Loop has come up in recent discussions about potential bond projects. Stoogenke explained in the memo

to commissioners that bicycle or pedestrian projects need to be identified in town plans to qualify for certain types of funding or to require developers to incorporate them into their projects. “I can say unequivocally, especially since COVID, that all of our loops

and multi-use paths are being used much much much more,” Mayor John Higdon said. “As I sit in my office overlooking the greenway, I can see people riding skateboards, rollerblading and lots of bikes. It’s important we keep this document updated.”

TOP: Charlotte opened new bike lanes along Fifth and Sixth streets April 16 that will eventually connect to a network of more than 40 miles of lanes across the city. Matthews is planning a loop of its own. David Flower/City of Charlotte ABOVE: Matthews Downtown Loop features 10 foot sidepaths set at least eight feet from the curbline or edge of pavement. Photo courtesy of Town of Matthews

County reviewing property values for 2023 reval by Justin Vick justin@cmgweekly.com

MINT HILL – The Mecklenburg County Assessor’s Office is making the rounds to educate the community about the 2023 revaluation. Staff gave updates to the Pineville Town Council on April 12, Mint Hill Board of Commissioners on April 14 and a slew of community groups since September. They’ll visit the Matthews Board of Commissioners on

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CHARLOTTE – The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Board of Education voted 7-2 on April 19 to terminate the contract of Superintendent Earnest Winston. The school board spoke highly of Winston’s character, but the majority of members expressed a need for new leadership. Ruth Jones and Thelma Byers-Bailey voted against the motion. CMS will pay Winston $24,033.33 monthly for 24 months as part of his severance package. He did not attend the meeting. The school board has appointed Scott McCully to serve as acting superintendent and former district leader Hugh Hattabaugh to serve as interim superintendent from April 25, 2022 to June 30, 2023. Below are remarks from select members of the school board about terminating Winston: Elyse Dashew, chair After careful deliberation, this board is meeting today to terminate superintendent Earnest Winston’s contract, exercising the contract’s termination for convenience clause. We have not arrived here easily. It has been a difficult decision to end the contract with an individual whom we hold in such high regard. Earnest Winston cares deeply for CMS, for our students, our employees and our community, and he has given his awe in his 18 years in this district, especially these last three years as superintendent. And he is a good man and nobody can dispute this. As a new superintendent, he persevered through the cataclysmic COVID-19 pandemic in what has proven to be the most difficult chapter in the history of public education in the United States. However, we believe that a different leader is needed to shore up this district and place our students on track to achieve high goals in literacy, math, and career and college readiness. Student outcomes are what matters most. We are confident this decision

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is the right one at the right time for the CMS staff, the community, and most important, the students. So while he is not the leader for the future of CMS, we acknowledge his character and his skills and we thank him for his service.

spotlights the influence that Charlotte offers. I emphasize the term convenience, a legal term, because no cause, another legal term, could be established. Change in leadership sets us back.

Rhonda Cheek Of all the responsibilities of a school board, our greatest responsibility is to ensure the academic success for all of our students. But the heaviest burden is our role in hiring, supporting and in some cases, removing the superintendent. That is where we find ourselves today. We hired a good man and have supported his leadership journey in many ways for the past two and a half years, but now we must move forward on a different path. As we have heard many times in the last year, student outcomes cannot change until adult behavior changes. I thank Mr. Winston for his service and wish him the best in future endeavors, and I look forward to what the future holds for CMS under new leadership.

Margaret Marshall I can hold two things in my heart and head simultaneously, I can have deep respect and gratitude toward Earnest Winston. And at the same time, know that we need new leadership to move us in the direction of meeting the needs and aspirations of our students. Our job as a board is to ensure that there is leadership in place to achieve student success even when it is difficult to do. I support this motion. Sean Strain In looking at this, I was reflecting on our retreat, almost a year ago, April 30 of last year. We were having our first day retreat on student outcomes and focused governance and Ernest made the statement that he wanted his legacy to be one of elimination of achievement and opportunity gap between all subgroups of students. Unfortunately, that’s not where we are. Where we are is that that gap has widened. A year ago, I said this board could not separate the performance of the district from that of the superintendent. That’s what we’re doing today is looking at the performance of the district and that of the superintendent. We also have a growing list of federal and state compliance issues … That being said, whilst I’ve advocated for termination for cause, I believe that case to be sound, I will support the motion the board has taken to terminate for convenience.

Ruby Jones I see that this has been a spectacle ramrodded by Elyse Dashew that was not thoughtful, nor aimed to be productive for this district of 74% minority children. and certainly not respectful of this superintendent who has worked arduously during this unusual circumstance. Longterm serving superintendents across this country have resigned or retired. Yet, Ms. Dashew met with, listened to and ramrodded the termination of Mr. Winston – get this – for convenience. Not cause. I say the convenience being that of the shiny shoe people, the people of influence who want to project an image that sells or

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Lenora Shipp This is an unfortunate situation – a no win. I thank Superintendent Winston for his hard and dedicated work and I respect all that he’s done for the district. I have seen now over the months that much confidence has been lost in the leadership from the top down. For me, this is not just about black or white. It is about doing what is right for all our children in CMS – a focus on what’s best for all children. As a former principal and a teacher, I know this is a difficult time where we are right now today, but we can’t go backwards. We can’t stand still. We must move forward, and I must have the courage to be uncomfortable with this difficult decision in a time like this in this season. Jennifer De La Jara A change in leadership is always a hard decision. The board of education’s decision to separate from Superintendent Earnest Winston is painfully difficult, because all of us on the board, recognize what a principled, ethical, kind and loyal person Mr. Winston is. He cares about our kids. All of them as a parent, a leader and a member of our community. Upcoming action items that the board will take momentarily will further explain how we arrived at this decision. I also want to be very clear that despite certain radical political forces taking a victory lap that they made this happen, that no one, no parent group, no faith-based group have led me to my decision today. The facts will speak for themselves and I’m astonished that others are celebrating right now. When it has nothing to do with you.

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What business owners should DINING SCORES consider if inflation forces them to take on debt Health departments in Mecklenburg and Union counties inspected these restaurants from April 8 to 14:

Small business owners often take out loans to start or expand a business, but lately a new reason is prompting business people to borrow money. Inflation. Unable to keep up with the rising costs of producing their goods or services, these small business owners hope that an influx of cash from a lender will help see them through. But the trick, as with any loan, is finding the right lender to do business with, says Elijah McCoy, CEO of McCoy Brokerage Service (www.mccoybrokerageservice.com). “Different lenders target different types of investments,” McCoy says. “One of the keys is to match your objectives with the most appropriate lender in the most timely manner.” Loans aren’t the only ways that businesses have addressed the rising costs of doing business. They have raised prices, trimmed staff, and taken other measures to try to bring their costs under control. But more business owners are finding that a loan, like it or not, is their only way forward to keep operating. The U.S. Chamber of Commerce, in its quarterly Small Business Index, reported that 39% of small business owners said they have taken out a loan in the past year to manage higher costs caused by inflation. Similarly, the Associated Press reported that a Federal Reserve survey found that while at one time most

business loans were for expansion, in the last year the majority have been simply to cover day-to-day expenses. McCoy points out that when the COVID-19 pandemic began, the federal government created a Paycheck Protection Program that provided loans to small businesses to help them keep their workforce employed. But that program ended a year ago. McCoy has tips for business owners who are struggling with inflation and need a loan to tide them over: Check with the Small Business Administration. The Small Business Administration provides loans both small and large. McCoy says SBA offers loans that can be used for most business purposes, including operating capital that business owners hit hard by inflation might be in dire need of. Shop around. Interest rates are also on the rise, so business owners should explore multiple lenders to make sure they are getting the best deal, McCoy says. Also, the interest rate isn’t the only thing to consider. Compare other loan details, such as the length of time you will have to pay the money back and how quickly you will have the money. Beware of predatory lenders. Sometimes people who claim they can provide help in securing loans aren’t on the up and up, and business owners find themselves

Lowest Scores • Dakshin Indian Grill, 16640 Hawfield Way Drive, Charlotte – 84.5 Violations include: Unwashed mushrooms and bell peppers were above ready-to-eat in-house sauces without lids; in-use dish machine wasn’t at proper concentration; fried vegetables, potatoes and shredded cheese were out of cold holding temperature; some items in walk-in cooler, flip cooler and low boy didn’t have date labels. • Gong Cha, 7808 Rea Road, Charlotte – 87 Violations include: Employees weren’t aware of person in charge duties; employee was unaware of the illness, symptoms and exposure requirements; employee drink was stored on shelf above bags of powders; ice was in hand-washing sink; waffle mix with raw egg in it was stored above a carton of milk in a cooler; and tapioca pearls weren’t held hot enough.

scammed out of thousands of dollars. “It’s a common situation, so it’s important for business owners who are looking for loans to check out who they are dealing with,” McCoy says. He recommends against paying money upfront. He also says business owners seeking loans should check the clientele of the person they are doing business with and read contracts carefully. Don’t give up. Lenders at times can be stingy with money, but McCoy says he urges his clients not to give up when they receive that first rejection. Or even the second or third rejection. “It takes some effort, but the right lender is out there; you just have to find them,” he says. “When the economy shifts, business owners always need funding to sustain their businesses,” McCoy says. “Successfully securing that funding can be the difference in whether a business continues to thrive.”

Charlotte (28209) • 1900 Mexican Grill, 5110 Park Road – 96 • Harris Teeter (Deli), 2717 South Blvd. – 96.5 • Jimmy Johns, 4500 Park Road – 98 • Lai Lai Express, 1607 Montford Drive – 96 Charlotte (28210) • JC Tacos, 1343 Sharon Road W. – 94 • Showmars, 1317 Emerywood Drive – 98.5 Charlotte (28211) • Chick-fil-A, 4400 Sharon Road – 98 • Chipotle Mexican Grill,l4400 Sharon Road – 96.5 • Dairy Queen, 108 S. Sharon Amity Road – 97 • Domino’s Pizza, 4350 Colwick Road – 98 • Mezzanotte, 2907 Providence Road – 98

Mint Hill • Circle K, 9201 Lawyers Road – 98

Charlotte (28226) • Dunkin Donuts, 7845 Colony Road – 94 • Harris Teeter (deli), 3333 Pineville-Matthews Road – 98.5 • Harris Teeter (melon), 3333 Pineville-Matthews Road – 99.5 • Harris Teeter (seafood), 3333 Pineville-Matthews Road – 100 a • Panera Bread, 3207 Pineville-Matthews Road – 98.5 • Rice & Spice Thai Street Food, 8314 Pineville-Matthews Road – 97 Charlotte (28227) • Burger King, 7026 Albemarle Road – 94 • Ichiban Buffet Sushi & Hibachi, 7201 Albemarle Road – 93.5 Charlotte (28277) • Antojitos Arroyo, 15105 John J Delaney Drive – 94

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The pandemic has been a tremendous source of stress and sadness for far too many Carolinians, especially our seniors. However, one positive outcome has been seniors’ ability to pivot and find new ways to maintain continuity of their healthcare, most often via telemedicine or at-home care. A recent Humana poll revealed that more than four in five seniors used technology to manage their health and wellness during the pandemic. Among them, onein-three used telehealth to meet with their doctor during the pandemic. At-home care also experienced a surge in

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About Elijah McCoy Elijah McCoy is CEO of McCoy Brokerage Service (www.mccoybrokerageservice.com) a company he founded in 2006. McCoy’s firm works with businesses throughout the country that are trying to secure financing. Much of McCoy’s clientele is in healthcare, such as doctors, dentists and pharmacists, but he also has worked with a broad range of people in other industries.

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Indian Trail • DJ’s Diner, 88 Dale Jarrett Blvd. – 97 Matthews • Baltimore Crab Cake Company, 131 E John St. – 99.5 • Delicious Foods, 11329 E. Independence Blvd. – 99.5 • Outback Steakhouse, 9623 E. Independence Blvd. – 94 • Rey Taco, 11329 E. Independence Blvd. – 98 • Tropical Smoothie, 2309 Matthews Township Pkwy. – 97.5 • Umami Sushi & Grill, 200 E. Matthews St. – 95 • Yanni Bistro, 131 E. John St. – 97

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CALENDAR April 22 Earth Day Waxhaw Parks and Recreation holds its Earth Day Celebration at Town Creek Park. Register in advance for the free event. 704-8432195 or www.waxhaw.com 10-11:30 a.m.; 4240 Waxhaw-Marvin Road, Waxhaw Music on Main Legacy Motown Revue performs at Monroe’s Music on Main series.. www.monroenc.org 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.; Downtown Monroe April 23 Earth Day The Matthews Parks Recreation & Cultural Resource Department and HAWK offer environmentally friendly activities for children and families at Squirrel Lake Park. https://hawkncwf.weebly.com/ 10 a.m.-1 p.m.; 1631 Pleasant Plains Road, Matthews Author Talk Michelle Tonkin talks about her new book, “Simon and the Seahorse and the Secret Cave Coloring Book” at Park Road Books. 704-525-9239 or www.parkroadbooks.com 11 a.m.-noon; 4139 Park Road, Charlotte Play Festival The Union County Playmakers perform a 10 Minute Play Festival at Wingate University Batte Center. The performance is free. https:// unioncountyplaymakers.org/ 6 p.m.; 403 N. Camden Road, Wingate Disney Trivia Mint Hill Coffee & Social House hosts a Disney Trivia Night with prizes. 980-875-9584 or www.minthillroastingcompany.com 6-8 p.m.; 7201 Matthews-Mint Hill Road, Mint Hill Music in the Park The Town of Marshville will pair live music from Robosol for Music in the Park. www.marshville.org 6-9 p.m.; 820 Park Drive, Marshville Legend Concert The Drifters perform a concert at Dowd Center Theatre. Tickets range from $35 to $45. https://dowdcentertheatre.com 8 p.m.; 120 S. Main St., Monroe April 24 Author Talk Kimberly Wilson talks about her new book, “A Penny’s Worth” at Park Road Books. 704-525-9239 or www. parkroadbooks.com Noon; 4139 Park Road, Charlotte April 25 Golf Tournament The Turning Point Classic Golf Tournament takes place at The Club at Longview. Registration starts at $500 for single players. Proceeds benefit Turning Point programs. https://turningpointnc.org/get-involved/events/ 11 a.m.-7 p.m.; 8801 Longview Club Drive, Waxhaw

April 26 Book Club The Foodie Book Club talks about “Coming to My Senses: The Making of a Counterculture Cook” by Alice Waters at Park Road Books. 704-525-9239 or www.parkroadbooks.com 7-8:30 p.m.; 4139 Park Road, Charlotte April 27 Community Yoga Indian Parks and Recreation offers a weekly yoga class at town hall. Advance registration is recommended. Each class costs $5. www. indiantrail.org 7:30-8:30 a.m.; 315 Matthews-Indian Trail Road, Indian Trail

holds an Adult Recess program for people 18 and older at DreamChaser’s Brewery. Registration costs $10 for Waxhaw residents and $15 for others. https://waxhaw.recdesk. com/ 6-8 p.m.; 115 E. North Main St, Waxhaw

cert, “A Night at the Movies,” at the Matthews Community Center’s Fullwood Theater. Tickets are required. http://stepsnmotion.com/ or 704845-1180 6 p.m.; 100 W. McDowell St., Matthews

Spring Ballet Steps N Motion Dance Studio holds its inaugural spring ballet con-

Puppet Show South County Regional Library presents a puppet show at Pineville Lake Park. Register in advance. 704416-6600 or https://cmlibrary.bibliocommons.com/ 9:30-10 a.m.; 909 Lakeview Drive, Pineville Senior Coffee Indian Parks and Recreation offers Coffee, Cards and Conversation for ages 55 and older at town hall. Register at www.indiantrail.org. 9:45 a.m.-noon; 315 Matthews-Indian Trail Road, Indian Trail Women Luncheon The Matthews Chamber of Commerce Women in Business meet for a Ladies Luncheon and Garden Party at the Reid House. Register in advance. Registration costs $15 for members and $20 for others. www. matthewschamber.org Noon-2 p.m.; 134 W. John St., Matthews Author Talk Mary Childs talks about her new book, “The Bond King: How One Man Made a Market, Built an Empire and Lost It All,” at Park Road Books. 704525-9239 or www.parkroadbooks. com 7 p.m.; 4139 Park Road, Charlotte April 28 Bowling Fundraiser The Kiwanis Club of Matthews holds a bowling fundraiser at Bowlero Matthews. Registration costs $40 per person. Register by April 26 at https://www.matthewskiwanis.org. 5:30-7 p.m.; 11210 Brigman Road, Matthews Adult Recess Waxhaw Parks and Recreation

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Comedy Show Joe Bob Briggs, known as America’s drive-in movie critic, explains “How Rednecks Saved Hollywood” at the Dowd Center Theatre. Tickets range from $35 to $45. https:// dowdcentertheatre.com/ 8 p.m.; 120 S. Main St., Monroe

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Playwright Festival Kenyatt Godbolt, Donald Hall, Crystal Joseph and Rona Siddiqui read from their works at the Matthews Playhouse of the Performing Arts’ Playwright’s Festival at Matthews Community Center. The event is free but reserve seats at www. matthewsplayhouse.com. 2 p.m.; 100 E. McDowell St., Matthews

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April 30 Pop Up Shop Shredding Event Mint Hill Coffee & Social House The Town of Matthews and Rehosts a Spring Pop Up Shop with cord Storage Systems collabofairy hair, feathers and jewelry. 980rate on a free document shedding 875-9584 or www.minthillroastingevent at Matthews United Methodcompany.com ist Church. The limit is four banker 11 a.m.-7 p.m.; 7201 Matboxes per person. No paperclips, thews-Mint Hill Road, Mint Hill staples, metal or plastic allowed. 704-588-2820 India Festival The New York Times Syndication Sales Corporation 9 a.m.-noon; 801 S. Trade St., Mat- New The Town of Matthews 620 Eighth Avenue, York, N.Y. 10018 presents thews Festival of India at Stumptown Park. For Information Call:This 1-800-972-3550 cultural experience includes For Release Monday,art, January 24, 2022 Spring Tea food, dance and education. Broadcaster Sheri Lynch speaks www.matthewsnc.gov

April 29 Outdoor Concert 20 Ride, a Zac Brown tribute band, performs at Beats ‘n Bites in Stumptown Park. The concert series blends music with food trucks. The series continues monthly through September. www.matthewsnc.gov 5-9 p.m.; 120 S. Trade St., Matthews

Car Seat Safety The Matthews Police Department holds a free car seat checking station. https://www.matthewsnc.gov/ 8 a.m.; 1201 Crews Road, Matthews

at the Mint Hill Chamber of Commerce’s second manual spring tea fundraiser at Arlington Baptist Church. Register in advance at www. minthillchamberofcommerce.com. 11 a.m.-1 p.m.; 9801 Arlington Church Road, Mint Hill

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www.LeighAltman.com • For a new jobs plan which prepares our residents for employment in our region

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• For a strong mental health system to meet our residents’ needs • For expanded mass transit options • For better funded parks and more green spaces • For a science-based response to the pandemic which prioritized health and human life • For a comprehensive countywide non-discrimination ordinance protecting LGBTQ residents • And for transparency in government

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Rev. Dr. Monte Witherspoon

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Neighbors worry about trees as decision looms on 83-lot subdivision by Justin Vick justin@cmgweekly.com

MINT HILL – Marty Pearsall and his wife have lived in the Farmwood East neighborhood for 26 years. They’ve long anticipated Mint Hill would grow and the land around them would be developed at some point. That time has arrived. Pearsall and some of his neighbors along Hoodridge Lane and Hollow Oak Drive have been engaged with TRI Pointe Homes Carolinas as the developer pursues rezoning to build 83 houses on 31.5 acres at 6412 Matthews-Mint Hill Road. “I and our neighbors are not against this project,” Pearsall told Mint Hill commissioners during the April 14 public hearing for Alton Creek. “We just think it needs some modifications, particularly at the narrowest point.” Pearsall worries about development occurring within the drip lines of tall oak and poplar trees. He believes taking out a cou-

ple lots from the project could help preserve those trees. ”How many trees like this are left in Mint Hill?” he asked commissioners. “Trees this size? Trees that are worth protecting?” Margaret Puckett, vice president of land acquisition at TRI Pointe Homes Carolinas, said her firm has been communicating individually with families on Hoodridge Lane and Hollow Oak Drive concerning trees and buffers. “While we recognize and understand that many of these homeowners in these two neighborhoods have enjoyed trees and wooded buffers behind them for many decades and now the property is getting redeveloped – it’s hard. Change is difficult. TRI Pointe is committed to working with them on additional solutions from additional landscape screening, hazardous tree removal and any possible site restrictions we can provide within our proposed layout.” Neighbors Mark Little and Dale Schmidt

have concerns about stormwater runoff into their yards. Both already experience flooding during heavy rains. Ed Abel wanted to see some variation to the elevations so the homes don’t look like tract housing. Puckett said TRI Pointe is listening and willing to find ways that her firm and neighbors can benefit. “We can’t save all of the trees and we really can’t lose homesites.” she said. “ It’s just not a financial option for us but we want to be good neighbors and find solutions that will benefit both groups.” She said Queen’s Grant Community Schools has supported the project. TRI Pointe plans to provide connectivity to the

school through a trail system. This will allow people who live in the neighborhood to walk or bike to school. Puckett said TRI Pointe will also improve the N.C. 51 and Phyliss Lane dip that makes it difficult for traffic going in and out of Queen’s Grant. The developer is adding 350 feet of turn lane to allow for better traffic flow. TRI Pointe has also offered to complete fencing along the Philadelphia Presbyterna Cemetery to prevent children from getting in there. Commissioners are expected to decide on the rezoning May 12 following vetting from the planning board on April 18.

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OPINION: Mint Hill should pursue partnership, not pressure with CMS by Justin Vick justin@cmgweekly.com

Mint Hill is missing a homework assignment from 2020. Town commissioners have got to pass a resolution that states Mint Hill has no intention of developing municipal charter schools to avoid any more penalties when it comes to school construction projects. House Bill 514 granted Matthews, Mint Hill, Cornelius and Huntersville the ability to operate charter schools. The bill was created out of concern that Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools was falling behind on construction projects in these growing towns. CMS reacted by passing the Municipal Concerns Act of 2018, which placed a lower priority on building schools in these communities unless they committed to not opening charter schools for 15 years. This was a hot-button issue during the 2019 election in Matthews. And shortly after the new Matthews Board of Commissioners was installed, members passed a

resolution stating an intent to work with CMS and not pursue a municipal charter school system. Matthews Mayor John Higdon even attended a school board meeting to reinforce positive vibes. Fast forward to March 2, when Mint Hill Commissioner Tony Long attended a Municipal Education Advisory Committee meeting. This committee formed after the charter school bill drama to keep towns involved in

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Long told town commissioners later that month. “I know that we have some elementary schools that need help real bad.” Community advocate Karen Trauner worries that Mint Hill isn’t going to get its fair share of school construction funding compared to other towns. She asked commissioners last week: “What are you going to do to fix that?” The answer is simple. Copy your neighbor’s home-

I know we have some elementary schools that need help real bad. Tony Long Mint Hill Commissioner

school planning and construction. Long learned at the meeting that CMS uses a rubric to assess capital needs and that Huntersville and Mint Hill projects are penalized 100 points due to the Municipal Concerns Act of 2018. “I have to admit I don’t know what that means,”

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The tax assessor’s office breaks Mecklenburg County down into smaller pieces through neighborhood delineation. Fowlers said these more manageable pieces make it easier for his staff of 40 appraisers to determine value. The community can use the Property Record Card Property Search tool on Mecklenburg County’s website to see the value of their property and comparable sales. Fowler encourages the public to contact his office

work. Pass a resolution similar to the one that Matthews created and turn it into CMS. Taking this action is not a statement against charter schools, especially the fine ones in Mint Hill, but it’s merely opting not to use a specific tool to fix a broken toilet.

if they see something incorrect with their property records. The county assessor office will finalize values in December. Notices of value will be mailed out to property owners in January 2023. Property owners can appeal their values through May 2023. Tax bills based on the new assessments will go out in July 2023. Mecklenburg County has programs to help adults 65 and older ($31,900 income requirement for 2022 application) as well as disabled veterans, pay their property taxes. The deadline to apply for these programs is June 1.

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2022 GUIDE The Weekly • April 22 2022 • Page 1B

Finding the right programs for your children Summer camps aren’t hard to find in the Charlotte region. There’s so many that finding the right one for a child with so many interests can be daunting for time-starved parents. Here are some ideas to help narrow your search for the right camp. • Athletic teams – The Charlotte Hornets, Charlotte 49ers and Wingate Bulldogs are teams offering kids a chance to learn from coaches. A lower cost alternative are skills clinics offered by high school coaches, which can give younger children an idea of expectations when they eventually try out for JV and varsity sports. • Churches – Churches provide good avenues for parents wanting to ensure their children have positive influences away from home. Many offer two-day vacation Bible schools with fun themes. • Companies – Companies devoted to cheerleading, dance, arts, crafts and even LEGOS have been known to offer summer camps that center on the core of their business. • Parks & Recreation – Matthews, Indian Trail and Cornelius are the most active towns in Mecklenburg and Union counties in terms of summer programming. Their parks and recreation departments organize

multiple camps, often partnering with community organizations or companies to provide the content. • Schools – Summer school isn’t so bad, especially when you’re doing hands-on activities. Colleges and private schools offer summer programs that accelerate learning. • YMCAs – The YMCA of Greater Charlotte hosts day camps throughout the region. The Morrison branch typically has the best variety, but other branches are good alternatives for camps closer to home.

Bike Charlotte pedals to milestone

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CHARLOTTE – Bike to Breakfast is back in person on April 22, kicking off the 20th year of Bike Charlotte. After two years of “virtual rides,” Bike Charlotte, a citywide celebration of all things cycling, kicks off April 22 with its traditional breakfast ride along the Little Sugar Creek Greenway to the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Government Center. Government center activities include breakfast, informative speakers about Charlotte’s bike and pedestrian infrastructure and a trail bike demonstration by “Trail Boss” Jeff Lenosky, three-time national trail bike champion and world record holder for the “bunny hop.” Bike Charlotte events continue through May 8 and include organized rides, skills clinics, mountain bike rides and bike bingo. “The past few years, we talked virtually about the best places to ride, where to ride safely and how to ride,” said Will Washam, bicycle program coordinator for the City of Charlotte. “Now we can all ride together!” Bike Charlotte promotes the everyday use of bicycles for transportation, recreation and discovery and has been instrumental in improving Charlotte’s bicycle infrastructure and in

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Ask questions to know how much time your camper will spend inside or outside so they know what to bring and how to dress. CMG file photo

The ABCs of summer camp This handy list of odds and ends will help get you in the mood for summer camp planning.

: Anawanna – Camp Anawanna was a fictional camp in the 1991 Nickelodeon TV show, “Salute Your Shorts.” While initially reluctant about going to camp, the kids grow to relish their experiences. : Bug spray – We often forget about those pesky little jerks with wings until they start invading our personal space to bathe in our perspiration. Repel those suckers. : Counselor – These authority figures often serve as your guide to adventure, but they sometimes have been known to dole out punishment to rowdy campers. : Drop-off – This is why you drink coffee on a summer

morning. The morning drives to drop your kids off at day camp may be the first time you seriously consider putting them in overnight camps. : Experience – Summer camp is a rite of passage, an experience you never forget. : Fire – In the game of “Survivor,” fire means life. But in summer camp, fire means s’mores and great stories. : Groups – One way to ease a child into his first summer camp experience is to enroll him with a group of friends. Being able to room or hang out with people you know helps break the ice. : Housing – Whether your overnight camp involves cabins or college dorm rooms, there’s a good chance your children are going to have roommates. Remind them about that sharing rule you

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told them years ago. : Independence – Some kids are eager to leave home. Others are clingy. Summer camp provides a gentle nudge toward independence.

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APRIL 29-30, 2022

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JOIN US AT THE PRESIDENT JAMES K . POLK STATE HISTORIC SITE FOR THE SLAVE DWELLING PROJECT WEEKEND LED BY MR. JOSEPH MCGILL, FOUNDER AND EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF THE SLAVE DWELLING PROJECT. On April 30, 2022, join us for a day of living history to learn about the lives of the enslaved in “Inalienable Rights: Living History Through the Eyes of the Enslaved.” Hear from first-person interpreters, watch blacksmith and masonry demonstrations, and learn about the people who were enslaved on the Polk farm.

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The Slave Dwelling Project weekend is supported in part by North Carolina Humanities (NCHumanities.org), the state affiliate of the National Endowment for the Humanities, and in part with funding from ASC (ArtsAndScience.org), and the N.C. Arts Council, a division of the Department and Natural and Cultural Resources. Any views, findings, conclusions, or recommendations expressed in this program do not necessarily represent those of North Carolina Humanities or the National Endowment for the Humanities. Special thanks also to the African American Heritage Commission, the Hilton Garden Inn of Pineville, NC and of course the Friends of President James K. Polk’s Birthplace for supporting this event!

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Pickleball complex A YouTuber’s guide to summer camp opening in Lower South End Tips & Tricks

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In today’s world, we can get information from pretty much anywhere. YouTube is one of my favorite sources because I’m a visual learner, especially when it comes to hanging curtains, applying makeup, changing a flat tire and other “life hacks.” There’s a YouTube video for everything these days, so I figured there would probably be a few videos with helpful tips and tricks for summer camps. Here are the five best videos I found:

Nervous about camp? Julie Sams has great tips for parents with kids who are worried about their upcoming summer.

1. Summer Camp – Practical Tips to Conquer Anxiety! As summer creeps closer, many kids will start planning and preparing for summer camp. Whether it’s their first time away from home or their first time at a new camp, they could also be getting worried and anxious about attending. In this video, licensed professional counselor Julie Sams gives parents a few pointers to help kids ease their fears and transition into having a fun summer, like showing them pictures of the camp and reminding them everyone will be trying to make new friends. Sams is the owner of Bowman Family Services, which oversees a team of counselors in Raleigh, Wake Forest, and Rolesville, N.C. She has over 18 years of experience working with children and families and specializes in childhood anxiety. • Release date: 2016 • Length: 3:02 • Link: https://youtu.be/Cti1ryBtjbw

This reporter says even the most prepared parents don’t know everything when it comes to summer camps.

gives tips like don’t go to camp with a friend from home, don’t bring expensive clothes and it’s better to over pack than under pack. She also recommends putting clothes in Ziploc bags and then pressing the air out to save space in your suitcase. • Release date: 2016 • Length: 10:03 • Link: https://youtu.be/C4TkdBicSuY

2. Five Things Summer Camps Won’t Tell You You may think you know what your kids need to bring, what they’ll be doing and what they’ll be eating at summer camp, but you could be wrong. In this video posted by the Wall Street Journal, MarketWatch reporter Jen Wieczner shares five things summer camps won’t tell you. For starters, getting in can be really competitive and bug spray is practically useless against bed bugs. She also says peanut butter and cellphones are a no-no at most camps these days. • Release date: 2013 • Length: 3:23 • Link: https://youtu.be/hQzD0bqyzq8

4. Summer/Sleepaway Camp Hacks+Tips! YouTuber Maddie Elaine is an expert when it comes to preparing for an overnight camp. Some of her videos about what she buys and packs each summer have up to 100,000 views, so you know she’s a good source. In this video, she shares some unique tips, like using a scarf hanger to fit multiple hangers for drying wet towels and bathing suits. She also suggests bringing a small towel to use as a bathmat when you get out of the shower and says not to worry about bringing makeup because you won’t have time to put it on. • Release date: 2017 • Length: 10:29 • Link: https://youtu.be/U2dHb5U0r6E

HeyItsAnna tells it like it is. Her honest take gives viewers insider info from a veteran camper’s perspective.

5. Bunk Organization Hacks with Glamping 101! It’s easy to remember to pack a toothbrush and bathing suit before heading to camp for the summer, but most people don’t think about bringing items to keep their cabin neat. In this video, girls from Camp Ton-AWandah in Hendersonville, N.C., give viewers some bunk organization hacks every camper should know. They suggest bringing a shoe bin, damage-free hooks, plastic drawers for clothes, a clip-on fan, lap desk and throw rug to jazz up your area. • Release date: 2017 • Length: 3:29 • Link: https://youtu.be/q8Bt3ENEPYY

3. Summer Camp: Tips, Tricks and Advice What better way to get camp advice than straight from a camper herself? In this video, a YouTuber by the username HeyItsAnna delves into the many tips and tricks she’s learned from six years at sleep-away camp. Skip to 2:05 to get to the meat of the video, where Anna

CHARLOTTE – Rally, an urban pickleball and entertainment experience, is coming to Charlotte in early 2023. Located in the Lower South End neighborhood at the corner of Old Pineville Road and Southside Drive, Rally will deliver a pickleball social experience anchored by premium food and drink, thoughtfully designed spaces and a slate of events and entertainment. Rally will span two buildings on a 1.9-acre site, totaling 27,650 square feet of indoor space. It will feature a total of eight pickleball courts (four indoor, four outdoor), two signature cocktail bars, private and semi-private event spaces, and lots of lounge and spectator seating to take in all of the action. Rally is the brainchild of Barrett Worthington and Megan Charity. The duo previously founded a tennis and pickleball company that connected racquet sports enthusiasts with local, affordable instruction via a web-based social platform. Charity is a worldranked pickleball professional who competes on the pickleball pro circuit. She will lead Rally’s pickleball program, designing fun events, social leagues and tournaments for all levels, including people new to pickleball. “What’s so incredible about this game is that literally anyone can step onto a court and have a fun, competitive game their

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first time out,” said Charity, co-founder of Rally. “But we’re designing Rally to be about so much more than pickleball. We’ve got a top-notch culinary program that will be a draw in and of itself.” Rally will feature a full-service restaurant with a menu inspired by global street food and designed by an award-winning hospitality team based out of Washington D.C. Guests can expect premium signature cocktails and creative twists on local and international classics. Charlotte will be Rally’s first location. The company plans to bring the concept to urban markets across the Southeast and Mid-Atlantic over the next few years. “Charlotte is such a vibrant city that embraces active living and has a thriving experiential entertainment scene,” said Worthington, co-founder of Rally (and alumni of Davidson College). “We knew it would be the perfect place to launch the Rally brand and can’t wait to open in such a buzzworthy neighborhood as LoSo.” Rapid growth and development in LoSo and the South Boulevard corridor have catapulted the neighborhood to be one of Charlotte’s most dynamic and desirable areas. Rally expects to break ground this spring, with Liles Construction as the general contractor for the project.

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buffet-style environment. You don’t want them to overdo it on desserts. : New friends – Consider enrolling your children in a local camp the summer prior to starting middle or high school. The student body tends to increase, so a camp could give them the momentum needed to make friends without feeling overwhelmed by their new surroundings. : Overnight camp – They may be pricey, but overnight camps build confidence in your children. They also give parents a true vacation. Packing – Preparation is the key to a pleasant packing experience. : Questions – It’s not only important to ask camp organizers plenty of questions about the upcoming experience, but it’s also good to quiz your children when they return home to

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planning for a better biking future. Highlights include: • The Queen City has more than 120 miles of paved, on-road bike lanes, with another 43 miles expected in the next five years. • An uptown “cycle track” of protected bike lanes will open in midApril, connecting Little Sugar Creek in Midtown to Irwin Creek in West End. • The 6th Street Cycle Track will connect cyclists

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