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Welcome to Charlotte. JOAN GOODE RealtorÂŽ/Broker 704.953.3035 jgoode@dickensmitchener.com

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INDEX Welcome to Charlotte

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Charlotte's National Rankings & Accolades

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Charlotte in Detail

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Introduction

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Population

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Government & Taxes

11-12

Education

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Cost of Living

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Quality of Life

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Migration

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Commuting

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International Presence

19-20

Labor & Industry

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New & Expanded Business Corporate Neighbors

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Office Space

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Manufacturing

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Transportation

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Construction Charlotte Overview: Living Here

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Overview

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Cost of Living

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Homes & Neighborhoods

37-39

Healthcare

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Taxes & Utilities

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Education

57-71

Transportation

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Sports & Recreation

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Arts & Culture

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INDEX CONT. Charlotte Overview: Doing Business Here Overview

Industry Resources

Headquarters

Major Industries Manufacturing

Research & Development International Business

Relocation Resources & Incentives

Charlotte Douglas International Airport

Construction Office Space Utilities

Education

Mecklenburg County Incentives

Jobs & Employment Resources

Resources for Older Adults Retirement & Assisted Living Getting Settled Guide Planning Your Leisure Time Family Activities List CMPD Resources Maps Commuter Drive Time Overview Travel Times Maps

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Ballantyne Profile

Nestled on 2,000 acres between South Carolina and South Charlotte sits one of the city’s newest upscale communities. It has its own luxury hotel and spa, its own country club, its own PGA-ranked golf course, and its own corporate park that houses Fortune 500 Companies. Welcome to Ballantyne. Though the Ballantyne community is part of Charlotte, some people say it feels like a city within itself. From the luxurious hotel and spa to the country club to the huge office park, there are plenty of opportunities for residents to live, work, and play without leaving the area. Sidewalks and bike paths are everywhere, so anyone who wants to get some exercise or save gas money can easily bike or walk to dining, shopping, and other amenities. Some residents even choose to walk or bike to work. While it is easy to feel removed from the city in Ballantyne, most people appreciate the fact that Uptown is just 20 miles north. This means ample opportunities for career growth and recreation without adding too much time to your commute.

History The land that is now Ballantyne was once part of the late North Carolina Governor Cameron Morrison’s hunting preserve. Morrison’s grandchildren inherited the land and eventually decided to do something with it. Development began on the neighborhood during the early 1990s, and today, it is a thriving community. Charlotte itself dates back to 1768 when European immigrants incorporated the city and named it for Queen Charlotte of Great Britain. It saw the first gold rush in the country around 1800 and played a role in the Civil War. Most notably, it served as the location for the Confederate Navy Yard, as well as the location for the last cabinet meeting of Jefferson Davis. After the war, the city became a major railroad hub with a thriving textile industry. By the mid to late 1900s, some residents turned their focus from agriculture to banking, and today, Charlotte is the second-largest banking center in the United States. It also has one of the fastest growing metropolitan areas.

Quick Facts Population: 23,000 The Ballantyne Corporate Park sits on 535 acres and is home to over 4,000,000 square feet of office space. Companies like SPX, ESPN, Extended Stay America, Premier Inc., Babcock & Wilcox, MetLife, Tree.com, and Snyder’s-Lance all have offices or headquarters here. Public school students who live in Ballantyne will attend Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools. Private schools in and around Ballantyne include British American School of Charlotte, Charlotte Country Day School, Charlotte Latin School, United Faith Christian Academy, and South Charlotte Baptist Academy.


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Indian Land Profile

Whether you’re searching for a rural bungalow or a beautiful country estate, Indian Land has plenty to offer. As a charming country town, Indian Land couldn’t be more different from the hustle and bustle of urban Charlotte. Amenities and attractions are just a short drive away in the nearby cities of Fort Mill, Ballantyne, or Charlotte. Indian Land is a small and charming countryside community and suburb of Charlotte, NC. Located just southwest of the North and South Carolina border, it offers serene country living, affordable homes and taxes, and beautiful outdoor recreation just minutes from attractions and amenities.

History Indian Land is located in the northern panhandle section of Lancaster County where SC 160 intersects US 521. Its name comes from the fact that the area continued to be populated by Indians – predominantly of the Catawba and Waxhaw tribes – after Europeans settled in surrounding areas. Rock Hill, in neighboring York County, is the largest city near Indian Land. Here are maps of the Rock Hill area and of the Lancaster area in Indian Land’s own county.

Quick Facts Lancaster County Population: 78,516 Population Growth Since 2000: +5% Indian Land students are served by Lancaster County School District. Schools in Indian Land include Indian Land Elementary, Harrisburg Elementary, Indian Land Middle School, and Indian Land High School.


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Fort Mill Profile

Low taxes, excellent schools, beautiful new homes, and booming businesses. The beautiful and serene Lake Wylie sits to its northwest; one of the largest and fastest-growing cities in the United States sits to its northeast, and both are just minutes away. Welcome to Fort Mill, South Carolina. Fort Mill has the distinct pleasure of being both a town in South Carolina and one of Charlotte, North Carolina’s most popular suburbs. The town has one of the best school districts in the area, and it is becoming a hub for big business, but not everything about Fort Mill is fast-paced. The pride of this historic town is its beautiful downtown area, much of which was built during the late 1800s and early 1900s, as well as the annual South Carolina Strawberry Festival that takes place here each year. There is also plenty of green space all around, providing a peaceful getaway from the hustle and bustle of daily life right in your own backyard. No wonder both Bloomberg and Family Circle consider the well-rounded town one of the best places to raise children.

History Long before it became a town, the Catawba Indians occupied the land now known as Fort Mill. By the mid-1700s, Scotch-Irish settlers began arriving in the area, after a man named Thomas “Kanawha” Sprat and his wife, Elizabeth, were invited to live there by the Catawba. After the Civil War, in 1873, Fort Mill incorporated into a town and continued to become a popular destination for newcomers. Named for an old British fort and grist mill, the town’s popularity had something to do with its central geographic location. It was easily accessed by both railroad and river, and still today, by major highways and interstates. In 1887, the Fort Mill Manufacturing Company helped establish the town as a hub for the textiles business. Though the Fort Mill Manufacturing Company has changed names and owners throughout the years, it still has a corporate presence in the town under the name Springs Global. The Fort Mill area remains an attractive spot for a variety of businesses.

Quick Facts Population: 12,500 inside the town limits; 50,000 in the surrounding Fort Mill Township Students living in Fort Mill will attend schools in the Fort Mill School District. It is often considered one of the best school systems in the entire state of South Carolina. Several large companies have headquarters or major offices in Fort Mill, including Black and Decker, Continental AG, Domtar, Comporium, Wells Fargo, Daimler Trucks North America, Muzak, URS, and One Main Financial. Fort Mill is often considered one of the best places to live in the Charlotte area, as well as one of the top places to live in South Carolina. In 2015 alone, it was named one of the “Best Places to Live Near Charlotte for Young Couples,” “Best Places to Live Near Charlotte for Young Professionals,” and “Best Places for South Carolina Millennial Job Seekers.” It was also considered one of the safest places to live in South Carolina in 2014, as well as one of the best places for home ownership.


welcome to charlotte People love to live in Charlotte. Our experience with relocating companies demonstrates repeatedly that they are successful in recruiting highly talented individuals from all regions of the U.S. and abroad. Charlotte has one of the highest in-migration rates in the nation. Once they are here, most transferees do not want to leave, and here are a few of the reasons why: With a population of more than 2.4 million, metropolitan Charlotte offers all of the advantages and amenities of a major urban area. Charlotte’s composite cost of living at 96.2 is one of the lowest for cities of its size. A key component of that figure is housing, which in Charlotte is 84.7 percent of the national average. Charlotte is rapidly bouncing back from the recession with one of the strongest housing recoveries in the nation. Charlotte and Mecklenburg County offer a comparatively uncomplicated system of taxation. Because the city and county jointly operate one tax department, taxpayers are only subject to one payment. Charlotte has the 17th lowest residential property tax rates compared to the largest city in each state. Charlotte is strategically located in the U.S. and is only a two-hour plane ride from 60 percent of the U.S. population. The highest mountains in eastern North America are a short 2-hour drive away, while some of the best Atlantic coast beaches can be reached by car in only 3 to 3.5 hours. Charlotte Douglas International Airport provides superior air service with nonstop daily service to 159 destinations, including international service to Dublin, Frankfurt, Munich, London, Montreal, Toronto, Mexico City, Rome, Madrid and many Caribbean islands. For relocating spouses and partners, job opportunities in Charlotte are greater than in most other U.S. cities. Charlotte boasts 291 Fortune 500 operations, more than 1,300 companies that regionally employ 100 or more, and seven Fortune 500 headquarters. During 2014, 1,133 different companies in Mecklenburg County alone announced the creation 13,134 new jobs. It is no

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surprise that Charlotte experienced the second-fastest population growth in the country in 2014. Charlotte’s economy is also highly diversified. No single industry sector, including financial services, has a dominant share of the employment market. All major industry groupings are represented. While the finance, manufacturing, and technology sectors all have a major presence, Charlotte is consistently named a top city for entrepreneurs wishing to start their own business. Though Charlotte is not immune from swings in the economy, this diverse mix provides greater stability than what is found in many other urban markets. Charlotte also offers a highly developed and sophisticated international business environment. There are currently more than 950 foreign-owned companies in the metro area, and their presence spawns a large number of international business and cultural organizations. Expatriates will find many of their countrymen in Charlotte and a valuable support network. Charlotte is firmly established as one of the country’s most recognized and respected regional health care centers. Cutting-edge facilities offer top-notch care, and a very wide network of senior living facilities supports relocating professionals with family members in need of such services. Charlotte offers a nationally acclaimed level of higher education. The 51 colleges and universities within the area serve more than 222,000 students. Annual In-state tuition starts at $4,629 per year in the highly regarded North Carolina state university system. Residency status requires that individuals live in the state at least one year. Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools (CMS), the public school system serving Mecklenburg County, continually ranks as one of the best urban systems in the country. Thirty-four CMS schools were recently named honor schools of excellence or distinction by the state of North Carolina. Charlotte neighborhoods and residences have distinct personalities and offer diverse housing options. At any given time, more than 20,000 homes are available to choose from. Charlotte’s thriving arts community enhances an already rich and stimulating quality of life. Symphony, dance, theater, opera, art museums and a wide range of other venues are supported by the Arts & Science Council, which conducts one of the highest per capita annual campaigns of its type in the country. A large number of arts venues are located downtown within walking distance of each other and the LYNX Blue Line light rail. If sports are your pleasure, Charlotte has it all: NFL, NBA, NASCAR, PGA, MLL, USL, AAA baseball and an NHL/AHL affiliate, not to mention collegiate sports. Outdoor recreation opportunities abound in Charlotte: canoeing and kayaking at the U.S. National Whitewater Center; boating and fishing on lakes Norman, Mountain Island and Wylie; golfing on courses that are accessible from all residential and business areas; skiing in the Appalachian mountains; and camping, horseback riding, hiking and more. Nothing could be finer than Charlotte’s North Carolina weather. Four distinct seasons with balanced summers and winters prevail. Extreme conditions are rare, allowing year-round use of the city’s 17,600 acres of parks, 37 miles of greenways and more than 30 public and private golf courses. More courses are available in outlying counties. Only half of winter days fall below the freezing point, and sub-zero temperatures have been recorded in Charlotte only five times since 1878. Spring and fall seasons are protracted and extremely pleasant, and weather rarely interrupts outdoor activities.

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charlotte’s national rankings & accolades 2016 No 1. Top Tech M omentum M arkets July 2016 CBRE Group of 50 metro areas

No. 7 Best City to Start a Business M ay 2016 W alletHub of 150 large cities

No. 4 Top States for Summer Roadtrips June 2016 W alletHub of states

No. 9 Solar Jobs M ay 2016 Solar M arket Insight of states

No. 11 Highest Startup Growth June 2016 Business Insider of 40 cities

No. 3 Solar Capacity May 2016 Solar M arket Insight of states

No. 9 STEM Job Growth June 2016 RCLCO of 12 cities

No. 8 Top Cities M ost M oved to by M illenials Apr. 2016 M ayflower of 10 cities

No. 6 Top 10 Sweet Hotspots for Homeownership June 2016 Zillow of 10 cities

No. 7 Best Environments for Families M arch 2016 Apartment List of 30 metro areas

No. 1 Destination for most One-W ay M oving Truck Rentals M ay 2016 UHaul of states

No. 19 Best Skyline in America M arch 2016 Thrillist of 20 cities

No. 10 Biggest Population Growth M ay 2016 U.S. Census Bureau of 15 large cities No. 8 Best Big Cities for Jobs M ay 2016 Forbes of 15 metro areas No. 5 Place W here Retirees are M oving M ay 2016 SmartAsset of 10 cities No. 3 M ost Frugal Cities M ay 2016 Coupons.com of 25 cities No. 2 Average Growth of Number of Small Businesses M ay 2016 W alletHub of 150 large cities

No. 13 Fastest Growing Cities M arch 2016 Forbes of 100 metro areas No. 10 Growth in W omen-Owned Businesses M arch 2016 Center For An Urban Future of 25 cities No. 4 Governor’s Cup M arch 2016 Site Selection M agazine of states No. 15 Best Places to Live M arch 2016 U.S. News and W orld Report of 20 cities No. 10 Hardest W orking Cities M arch 2016 W alletHub of 116 cities No. 2 Solar Construction in the U.S. Feb. 2016 Solar M arket Insight of states

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No. 1 U.S. Growth State Feb. 2016 UHaul of states

2015 No. 10 Top States for Job Growth Nov. 2015 Bureau of Labor Statistics of states No. 9 America’s Best Running Cities Oct. 2015 Active.com of 10 cities No. 3 Real Estate M arkets to W atch Oct. 2015 PW C and Urban Land Institute of 75 cities

No. 5 New Clean Energy Jobs Sept. 2015 Environmental Entrepreneurs of states No. 1 Best New Ride - Fury 325 Sept. 2015 Amusement Today of amusement park rides No. 11 Best Community College System Sept. 2015 W alletHub.com of states No. 7 Total Aircraft M ovements in 2014 (CLT) Aug. 2015 Airports Council International of airports

No. 2 Best States for Businesses and Careers Oct. 2015 Forbes of states

No. 5 Cities W here Craft Beer is Taking Off July 2015 TheStreet.com of cities

No. 10 High-Tech Perform ance Oct. 2015 U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation of states

No. 9 Big Cities W here W hite-Collar Employment is Booming July 2015 Forbes of cities

No. 10 Innovation and Entrepreneurship Oct. 2015 U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation of states

No. 14 Best Places for Business and Careers July 2015 Forbes of cities

No. 1 Growth in Number of Businesses Sept. 2015 W alletHub.com of 260 large cities No. 5 Population Growth Sept. 2015 W alletHub.com of 260 large cities No. 5 Job Growth Sept. 2015 W alletHub.com of 260 large cities No. 6 Fastest Growing Economies Sept. 2015 W alletHub.com of 260 large cities No. 2 Cities You Didn’t Know W ere Startup Hotbeds Sept. 2015 Inc.com of four cities No. 4 Solar Electricity Installations Sept. 2015 Environment North Carolina Research & Policy Center of states

No. 16 Cities W here Paycheck W ill Go the Furthest June 2015 Forbes of cities No. 5 Cities W inning the Battle for Information Jobs June 2015 Forbes of cities No. 9 Top States for Business June 2015 CNBC of states No. 10 Top States for Clean Energy Venture Capital Investment June 2015 Clean Edge, Inc. of all states No. 2 Fastest Growing Food and Drink Cities M ay 2015 EventBrite of 10 cities No. 1 Best Ballparks in the M inors M ay 2015 BaseballAmerica.com of minor league ballparks

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No. 3 States with Top Business Climate M ay 2015 Chief Executive M agazine of all states No. 1 Best Cities to W ork for a Small Business M ay 2015 W alletHub.com of 100 cities No. 1 M ost Competitive State for New Plants in 2014 M ay 2015 Site Selection of all states’ No. 14 Best Places for Tech Jobs April 2015 Nerdwallet.com of 100 M SAs No. 7 Strongest Housing Recovery April 2015 SmartAsset of 100 largest housing markets No. 6 Nationwide Aircraft M ovements and No. 7 W orldwide Aircraft M ovements M arch 2015 Airport Council International of all airports No. 8 Nationwide Passenger Traffic and No. 24 W orldwide Passenger Traffic M arch 2015 Airports Council International of all airports No. 9 M ost W ildlife Friendly Cities M arch 2015 National W ildlife Federation of all cities No. 1 Highest Percentage of W omen in IT W orkforce by State Feb. 2015 NCTA of states No. 9 Fastest-Growing Cities Jan. 2015 Forbes of 100 metro areas No. 4 Cities W here AfricanAmericans Are Doing the Best Economically Jan. 2015 Forbes of 52 largest metro areas No. 19 Best M etro Areas for STEM Professionals Jan. 2015 W alletHub.com of 100 M SAs

No. 3 Top M oving Destinations Jan. 2015 United Van Lines of all states

2014 No. 4 M ost Affordable Destinations for 2015 Dec. 2014 Priceline.com of 15 cities No. 1 M ost Entrepreneurial Cities Dec. 2014 Global Trade M agazine of 50 cities No. 2 Fastest-Growing Big Cities in the U.S. Dec. 2014 U.S. Census Bureau of 34 cities No. 3 Best States for Business Nov. 2014 Forbes of all states No. 3 Top State Business Climates Nov. 2014 Site Selection magazine of all states No. 3 Best States for Business Oct. 2014 Development Counsellors International of all states No. 3 America’s Top 5 Cities to Keep on Your Radar Oct. 2014 Huffington Post of cities No. 1 Best Big City Bargains Sept. 14 M oney M agazine of cities with 500,000+ population No. 1 M ost Competitive Large-Size Airports Sept. 14 Air Transport Research Society of 200 airports No. 2 M ost Efficient Large-Size Airports Sept. 14 Air Transport Research Society of 200 airports No. 4 U.S. Cities Attracting the M ost Families Sept. 14 Forbes of 52 largest M SAs

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No. 8 Top States for Doing Business Sept. 14 Area Development M agazine of all states No. 4 Best Domestic Airports Aug. 2014 Travel + Leisure of U.S. airports No. 3 Fastest Growing States for Technology Jobs Aug. 2014 Dice.com of all states No. 2 Best Places for Families to Live July 2014 ZipRealty of 23 metro areas No. 4 Cities You W ouldn’t Expect for Tech July 2014 Verigent of U.S. states

No. 2 Best Cities for Recent College Graduates April 2014 Apartments.com of 100 cities with highest apartment availability No. 4 M ost Cost-Friendly Business Locations M arch 2014 KPM G of 31 largest U.S. metro areas No. 3 Fastest Statewide Growth in W omen-Owned Businesses M arch 2014 American Express OPEN of all states No. 1 Best Cities for High Pay and Low Expenses M arch 2014 Yahoo Finance of 60 U.S. cities

No. 5 Top States for Business June 2014 CNBC of U.S. states

No. 4 M ost Affordable (and Fastest Growing) Cities Jan. 2014 Cheapism.com of U.S. cities

No. 4 Best Cities for Starting an Online Business M ay 2014 HighSpeedInternet.com of U.S. cities

No. 3 Opportunity Cities Jan. 2014 Yahoo.com of metro areas of 1 million plus in population

No. 4 Best States for Business M ay 2014 Chief Executive M agazine of all U.S. states

No. 5 Best Places for Job Seekers Jan. 2014 Nerdwallet.com of 50 large cities

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Charlotte in Detail

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introduction

FROM AROUND THE COUNTRY AND AROUND THE WORLD, PEOPLE KEEP COMING TO CHARLOTTE. They come for the thousands of new jobs created each year. They come to start their own businesses, attracted by our region’s entrepreneurial spirit and business friendly environment. They come for months of mild weather and high quality housing at a reasonable cost. For these reasons and more, Charlotte has become the second fastest growing city in the country. Charlotte’s 10-county metro region includes amenities for all lifestyles – from vibrant city streets to quiet cul-de-sacs to quaint small towns and country roads. You’re never far away from great vacation destinations in Charlotte either. Some of the best rated beaches in the country are a few hours’ drive to the east. A few hours west are the resort towns and ski slopes of the Great Smoky Mountains. Closer to home, Mecklenburg County’s 37 miles of greenway and three man-made lakes – Mountain Island, Norman and Wylie – offer plenty of opportunities for outdoor recreation.

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population

Percent of Population by Age Group

A city’s population says a lot about its quality of life. With a population growth of almost 40 percent in the last 10 years, it is easy to see why people are flocking to the Charlotte region. Boasting a young and diverse populace, Charlotte ranks No. 16 in total population among U.S. cities. The Charlotte metropolitan area ranks No. 23. Having recently surpassed the one-million mark, Mecklenburg County is expected to keep growing, reaching a population of 1.3 million by 2030.

Mecklenburg County

21.2

19.3 16.7

15.7

13.8

13.4

Year

City of Charlotte

Mecklenburg County

Charlotte MSA

2014

809,958

1,012,539

2,376,688

2009

716,874

935,304

1,725,759

2004

614,330

790,809

1,500,338

2000

540,828

695,454

1,330,448

Population Projections

1990

395,934

511,433

1,024,096

1.6 mil.

1980

315,473

404,270

855,538

1970

241,420

354,656

741,118

0-14

15-24

25-34

35-44

45-54

55+

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2009-2013 5-Year Estimates

1.4 mil. 1.2 mil. 1 mil.

1960

201,564

272,111

426,549

2015

2020

2025

2030

Source (2013-2015): North Carolina Department of Commerce, Labor and Economic Analysis Division; South Carolina Employment Security Commission, Labor Market Information Department Source (1960-2013): U.S. Census Bureau; Charlotte Chamber Population Estimates

Median Age

Population rankings

U.S. population rank, City of Charlotte

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U.S. population rank, MSA

39.5

38.5 37.9

Total Male Female

37.6 35.6 34.5

34.2 33.3

16 36.3 United States Source: U.S. Census Bureau; Charlotte Chamber Population Estimates

36.2 North Carolina

33.2 Mecklenburg County

32.5 Charlotte

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2013 American Community Survey. Table B01002, “Median Age by Sex” 9


population

Household Income City of Charlotte

Mecklenburg County

Total Households

292,150

362,465

Less than $10,000

7%

7%

$10,000 to $14,999

5%

4%

$15,000 to $24,999

10%

10%

$25,000 to $34,999

11%

11%

$35,000 to $49,999

15%

15%

$50,000 to $74,999

18%

18%

$75,000 to $99,999

11%

11%

$100,000 to $149,999

12%

13%

$150,000 to $199,999

5%

6%

$200,000 or more

6%

7%

Household Income

City of Mecklenburg Charlotte County Median income . . . . . . . . . . . $52,375 . . . . . . . . . . $54,278 Mean income . . . . . . . . . . . . . $78,641 . . . . . . . . . . $80,917 Source: Nielsen Site Reports, Mecklenburg County

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2013 American Community Survey 1-Year Estimates. Note: In 2013 inflation-adjusted dollars.

Population Comparisons Race

2004 Population

2014 Population

% Change

American Indian or Alaskan Native, Non-Hispanic

6,883

8,553

24%

Asian, Non-Hispanic

41,339

75,302

82%

Black, Non-Hispanic

395,878

523,200

32%

Hispanic all races

124,431

237,607

91%

628

1,188

89%

18,598

40,104

116%

White, Non-Hispanic

1,292,277

1,490,734

15%

Total

1,880,033

2,376,688

26%

Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander, Non-Hispanic Two or More Races, Non-Hispanic

Source: EMSI, Charlotte MSA 10


government and taxes The city of Charlotte and Mecklenburg County jointly operate one tax department, allowing for an uncomplicated taxation system. Charlotte has the 17th lowest residential property tax rate compared to the largest city in each state and experiences a low cost of living compared to cities of similar size. Form of City Government . . . . . . . Council-Mayor and Manager Form of County Government . . . . . Commissioners and Manager

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Personnel . . . . . . . 2,332 Fire Stations, City of Charlotte . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Fire Personnel, City of Charlotte (full-time) . . . . . . 1,154 Volunteer Fire Stations, Mecklenburg County . . . . . . .18 Volunteer Fire Personnel, Mecklenburg County . . . . . 672

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Property Tax Year

Rate Per $100 Valuation

Assessed Valuation (Bil.)

Tax Levy (Mil.)

FY 15-16

1.294

N/A

N/A

FY 14-15

1.284

N/A

$958.1

2012

1.229

$115.7

$924.8

2011

1.254

$117.1

$977.0

2010

1.297

$100.3

$842.1

2009

1.297

$99.4

$834.0

2008

1.297

$97.3

$816.0

2007

1.297

$93.6

$727.0

2006

1.278

$90.5

$682.8

2005

1.257

$84.3

$638.2

2004

1.177

$83.5

$618.2

Source: Mecklenburg County Office of the Tax Collector. Note: Fiscal years are used, and run from July-June.

Public Libraries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20 Total Volumes Held (Public Libraries) . . . . . . . 1.16 million Total Circulation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.9 million Sources: CMPD, Charlotte Fire Department, Charlotte Mecklenburg Library

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government and taxes Sources of County Revenue 2015-2016

% Total

2015-2016 County Budget Summary

61.3%

Total: $1,163.9 million

Property Taxes

% Total

Education Services (CMS & CPCC)

37.7%

Education Debt Service

20.2%

Sales Tax Federal Sources

15.7%

Charges for Services

5.7%

Efficient Government

14.7%

Other Revenues

4.4%

Community Health & Safety

14.5%

7.2%

2.5%

State Sources

6.5%

Social, Education and Economic

Licenses and Permits

1.5%

Sustainable Community

3.7%

Law Enforcement Service District Tax

0.9%

General Debt Service

2.7%

Fire District Tax

0.3%

Investment Income

0.3%

Local ABC Profits

0.2%

Source: Mecklenburg County, FY2015-16 Office of Management and Budget

CAROLINAS HEALTHCARE STSTEM

Source: Office of the Tax Collector, Mecklenburg County FY2015-2016

Sources of City Revenue 2015-2016 Total: $519.7 million 4% Intergovernmental Services 8% Utilities Franchise

2015-2016 City Budget Summary Total: $2,131.8 million

3% Licenses and Fees 2% Other taxes

4% Community Investment 9% Other

17%

Water & Sewer

66%

Propery tax

21%

Aviation

Source: City of Charlotte Budget Office FY 15-16

24%

General government

14%

Sales tax

4% Storm Water

24% Public Transit

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education The Charlotte-Mecklenburg School district is one of the largest in the country with more than 145,000 students in 161 public schools. Charlotte is also home to 95 private and charter schools and 35 higher learning institutions. In addition to traditional public and private schools, there are a number of magnet, STEM and International Baccalaureate programs offered at schools throughout the county. More than 175,000 students are enrolled in Charlotte area colleges and universities.

Charlotte-Mecklenburg School System Number of Schools Public . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164 Private and Charter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107 Magnet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Alternative . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Enrollment Public . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145,112 Private & Charter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30,295 Academics Average SAT Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1,491 High School Graduation Rate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85% Number of AP Exams Taken . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8,416 Students Taking AP Exams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4,196 CMS Enrollment Total Number of Students . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145,112 Source: Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools Fast Facts 2014

CMS High School Students 2014 graduates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8,619 4-Year Cohort Graduation Rate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85% Source: Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools

Higher Learning in the Charlotte MSA, 2015 Universities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Four Year Colleges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Community Colleges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Junior Colleges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Graduate/Professional Schools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Technical Institutes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Vocational Schools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Educational Attainment

Source: National Center for Education Statistics; North Carolina Community College System; Individual colleges and universities, 2014.

Population 25 years and over 30% 25% 20% 15% 10% 5% 0

Less than 9th to 12th 9th grade grade, no diploma

High school graduate

Mecklenburg County

Some college, no degree

Associate degree

North Carolina

Bachelor’s Graduate or degree professional degree

United States

Source: Economic Modeling Specialists, Inc. 13


cost of living

95% Cost of living in Charlotte is 95% of the national average. [C2ER Inter-City Cost of Living Index, 2014]

Charlotte Area Residential Unit Sales Year

Total Sold

Average Price

Total Volume

2014

36,191

$231,308

$8,371,267,828

2013

34,468

$222,207

$7,659,030,876

2012

27,668

$208,715

$5,774,726,620

2011

22,927

$200,364

$4,575,541,390

2010

22,139

$201,145

$4,453,149,155

2009

22,998

$201,036

$4,623,425,928

2008

27,710

$220,670

$6,114,765,700

2007

39,983

$231,170

$9,242,870,110

2006

43,748

$220,510

$9,646,871,480

2005

38,818

$209,901

$8,147,937,018

2004

33,114

$198,918

$6,586,970,652

2003

25,426

$192,042

$4,882,859,892

2002

23,795

$185,251

$4,408,047,545

Carolina Multiple Listing Services, Inc., Local Market Update 14


quality of life Quality of life is something that makes Charlotte truly unique. Mecklenburg County has more than 210 parks with amenities including tennis courts, swimming pools, golf courses, community centers, fitness trails, mountain biking, fishing and much more. Charlotte lies between the Appalachian Mountains to the west and the Atlantic Ocean to the east, yet maintains a mild climate throughout the year. With a robust variety of recreational activities, professional sports stadiums, museums and a growing micro-brewing industry, there is always something to do.

Charlotte Climate Summary (monthly average) Daily Max. Temp. F°

Daily Min. Temp. F°

Average Mo. Temp.

Relative Humidity

Precip.

Avg. No. of Sunny Days

January

51

32

41

72

4.00

15

February

56

34

44

68

3.55

15

March

64

42

51

68

4.39

17

April

73

49

60

68

2.95

18

May

80

58

68

78

3.66

18

June

87

67

76

80

3.42

18

July

90

71

79

82

3.79

19

August

88

69

78

84

3.72

20

September

82

63

72

83

3.83

19

October

73

51

61

80

3.66

21

November

63

42

51

76

3.36

18

December

54

35

43

73

3.18

16

Year

72

51

61

76

43.51

212

Month

Source: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration; National Weather Service, 30 year averages. 15


quality of life Attractions There are more than 14 unique attractions including Carowinds Amusement Park, NASCAR Hall of Fame and U.S. National Whitewater Center in the Charlotte area.

Sports • B ank of America Stadium, home of the NFL’s Carolina Panthers • T ime Warner Cable Area, home of the NBA’s Charlotte Hornets • B B&T Ballpark, new home of the Charlotte Knights AAA baseball team

Recreational District, Neighborhood and Community Parks Miles of Greenway Total Park Acres

210 37 19,000

• B ojangles Coliseum, home of Charlotte Checkers AHL ice hockey team • N ew Professional (USL) Soccer Team – Charlotte Independence

Nature Preserves

21

Culture

Public and Semi-Private Golf Courses

16

Private Golf Courses

18

• A rts & Science Council impacted 183 organizations with almost $13 million in investments in 2014

Country Clubs

17

Parks With Public Boat Launches/Docks Disc Golf Courses

3 14

Dog Parks

6

Equestrian Center

1

BMX Track

1

Skate Parks

1

Athletic Fields

200+

Tennis Courts

144

Playgrounds

100+

Basketball Courts

100+

• U nited Way of Central Carolinas raised $26.2 million and partnered with 84 agencies in 2014 • C harlotte is home to 15 museums and 10 performing arts venues • M ore than 20 breweries in Charlotte MSA with additional breweries, cideries and distilleries announced

Source: Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation

Medical • 7 acute care hospitals and 5 specialty care hospitals • 90+ Independent living, assisted living and nursing facilities • 7 Nursing programs

Worship • 500+ Protestant Churches • 16 Catholic Churches • 6 Temples • 40+ other places of worship 16


migration

Domestic In-Migration: Top 10 States Rank

The Charlotte metropolitan area has one of the highest in-migration rates in the country and is consistently considered one of the top moving destinations in the U.S. People are coming to Charlotte not only from surrounding counties and states, but from many different countries as well, creating a more diversified city each year. People moving to Charlotte can expect a relatively low commute time compared to other large cities, averaging 15 to 30 minutes.

State

No. of People

1

Other NC Counties

2

South Carolina

4,705

3

Florida

3,960

4

New York

3,950

5

Virginia

2,705

6

Georgia

2,590

7

New Jersey

1,532

8

Pennsylvania

1,487

9

Maryland

1,329

Ohio

1,324

10

22,690

Source: 2008-2012 American Community Survey Migration Flows

Travel Time to Work Minutes

Meck.

Gaston

Iredell

Lincoln

Lancaster, SC

Rowan

Stanly

Catawba

9.9%

10.3%

11.5%

10.4%

12.7%

11.3%

11.0%

13.6%

17.4%

12.6%

10 to 14

13.4%

12.4%

13.6%

13.4%

17.6%

11.9%

14.5%

18.5%

15.9%

18.8%

15 to 19

16.3%

17.0%

15.2%

16.3%

17.3%

11.7%

14.3%

17.2%

14.9%

21.4%

20 to 24

17.9%

16.7%

14.9%

13.5%

15.2%

11.1%

12.2%

15.3%

11.1%

17.5%

25 to 29

7.7%

8.3%

7.6%

7.6%

5.5%

5.5%

4.7%

6.6%

4.9%

5.5%

30 to 34

16.8%

16.5%

15.6%

13.7%

11.1%

16.3%

13.8%

10.4%

8.6%

10.6%

35 to 44

7.2%

7.3%

7.7%

8.9%

5.6%

10.6%

9.4%

4.2%

5.8%

3.1%

45 to 59

6.0%

*7.8%

8.5%

10.0%

8.5%

13.3%

11.7%

6.8%

11.2%

4.4%

More than 59

4.8%

*7.8%

5.5%

6.2%

6.6%

8.4%

8.5%

7.4%

10.2%

6.1%

24.7

24.4

25.1

26.4

24.4

29.4

27.5

23.4

25.7

22.4

Less than 10

Average

York, SC Cabarrus

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2009-2013 5-Year American Community Survey. *Note: Due to some data collection error, these numbers do not sum to 100% 17


commuting Number of People Who Commute To and From Mecklenburg County

IREDELL Out: 12,827 In: 6,079 ROWAN Out: 7,508 In: 2,403

LINCOLN Out: 9,544 In: 1,665

CABARRUS Out: 31,433 In: 12,394

GASTON Out: 28,959 In: 7,792

MECKLENBURG Total In: 275,433 Total Out: 103,741

N.C. S.C.

STANLY Out: 4,263 In: 752

UNION Out: 37,359 In: 9,103

YORK Out: 28,135 In: 8,587 N.C. S.C.

LANCASTER Out: 6,008 In: 2,020 0

20

40 Miles

Source: U.S. Census Bureau Local Employment Dynamics, 2012

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international presence For foreign-owned firms in particular, Charlotte offers exceptional air service, foreign trade zones, transparent government and business practices, and numerous nonprofit organizations that focus on international business, foreign policy and global culture.

Company Locations by Country Country

Total Firms

Total Locations

Australia

20

28

784

Austria

14

15

757

Belgium

14

113

8,136

Bermuda

5

6

772

Brazil

8

12

1,429

Canada

92

134

4,992

China

32

34

1,324

Colombia

2

8

167

Czech Republic

3

3

19

12

13

1,162

Finland

7

7

243

France

62

98

5,509

193

265

14,462

1

1

310

India

13

13

71

Ireland

18

23

3,363

Denmark

960

foreign-owned companies in the Charlotte area. There were only 606 in 2003.

Germany Iceland

Total Employees

Israel

6

7

251

Italy

51

63

2,072

Japan

80

117

5,176

Lebanon

1

1

102

Liechtenstein

2

2

16

Luxembourg

6

6

419

Mexico

10

24

597

Other

16

18

204

Saudi Arabia

2

3

275

Singapore

4

4

635

South Africa

5

5

84

South Korea

8

8

547

Spain

6

6

139

Sweden

35

45

2,482

Switzerland

56

71

2,919

Taiwan

10

10

89

The Netherlands

47

81

3,463

United Kingdom

120

235

6,038

Grand Total

960

1,478

69,011

Source: Charlotte Chamber

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international presence

Mecklenburg’s Foreign-Born Population, Top 25 Countries All countries: 131,228 Mexico

26,458

India

12,742

El Salvador

China

2,861

Ecuador

2,855

United Kingdom

2,620

Korea

2,516

Dominican Republic

2,515

Germany

2,319

Jamaica Peru

2,185 2,170

Canada

2,088

Guatemala

1,909 1,693

Brazil

1,514

Cuba

1,459

Nicaragua Russia

1,439 1,249 1,210

Liberia

1,182

Nigeria

Ukraine

1,025

Laos

1,020

U.S. market access from a central Atlantic coast

airport hub with direct international flights

■ P ro-business ■ Highly

3,784

Colombia

Philippines

■ L arge

7,399 6,330

Vietnam

■ E xcellent

location

9,113

Honduras

Reasons international companies choose Charlotte:

local government

productive workforce for manufacturing and services

■ S tate-funded

worker training programs

■ Extraordinary

quality of life

■ B elow-average ■ R ich

cost of living

international business and cultural communities

■ F oreign

language schools

■ E xcellent

universities and research programs

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2009-2013 Five-Year Estimates

International In-Migration 1,381 Location People Asia 3,157 Europe 1,381 Central America 1,007 South America 304 Africa 439 Caribbean 290 U.S. Island Areas 119 Puerto Rico 212 Northern America 76 Oceania 54

76

3,157 290

1,007

386

409 439 304 54

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2008-2012 5-Year Estimates 20


labor and industry Charlotte is experiencing booming economic growth. Jobs are on the rise and unemployment is rapidly declining. With more than 13,000 new jobs created in 2014, Charlotte ranked No. 6 in fastest growing metros by Gross Domestic Product. Charlotte consistently ranks as a top place for business and is characterized by a wide variety of industries including Manufacturing, Finance and Banking, Healthcare and Logistics. More than 290 Fortune 500 firms are represented in the MSA and eight Fortune 500 Headquarters call the Charlotte region home.

Mecklenburg County Labor Force (March, 2015) Total Labor Force . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .550,524 Employed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 522,514 Unemployed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28,010 Unemployment Rate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.1% Source: N.C. Department of Commerce, Local Area Unemployment Statistics & Quarterly Census of Earnings and Wages

New Job Growth vs. Unemployment 18,000

12%

16,000 10%

New Jobs

12,000

8%

10,000 6% 8,000 6,000

4%

Unemployment Rate

14,000

Jobs Created Unemployment

4,000 2% 2,000 0

0% 2004

2005

2006

2007

2008

2009

2010

2011

2012

2013

2014

Source: N.C. Department of Commerce, Local Area Unemployment Statistics Original Unadjusted Data (December) & Charlotte Chamber of Commerce New and Expanded Report 21


labor and industry Wages by Sector, Charlotte MSA Average Employment

Total Wages

Employment percentage

Percentage of total wages

Accommodation and Food Services

85,611

$1,456,125,854

9.15%

2.95%

Administrative and Waste Services

75,840

$2,763,383,124

8.10%

5.60%

2,623

$101,072,705

0.28%

0.20%

Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation

21,447

$970,832,080

2.29%

1.97%

Construction

47,507

$2,486,869,508

5.08%

5.04%

Educational Services

63,895

$2,381,070,229

6.83%

4.83%

Finance and Insurance

58,771

$6,321,211,695

6.28%

12.81%

112,034

$5,907,132,858

11.97%

11.97%

Information

23,047

$1,960,124,520

2.46%

3.97%

Management of Companies and Enterprises

34,501

$4,165,875,252

3.69%

8.44%

Manufacturing

83,837

$4,703,134,614

8.96%

9.53%

573

$27,022,350

0.06%

0.05%

Other Services, Ex. Public Admin

23,417

$789,598,092

2.50%

1.60%

Professional and Technical Services

54,070

$4,137,561,443

5.78%

8.38%

Public Administration

32,695

$1,590,189,924

3.49%

3.22%

Real Estate and Rental and Leasing

14,192

$772,291,595

1.52%

1.57%

105,591

$3,049,120,960

11.28%

6.18%

43,536

$2,240,751,454

4.65%

4.54%

3,189

$298,425,947

0.34%

0.60%

49,424

$3,223,937,762

5.28%

6.53%

Industry

Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing & Hunting

Health Care and Social Assistance

Mining

Retail Trade Transportation and Warehousing Utilities Wholesale Trade

Source: Quarterly Census of Employment and Wages, North Carolina Employment Security Commission, 2014

Jobs by Industry, Charlotte MSA Health Care and Social Assistance Retail Trade Accommodation and Food Services Manufacturing Administrative and Waste Services Finance and Insurance Professional and Technical Services Educational Services Wholesale Trade Construction Transportation and Warehousing Management of Companies and Enterprises Public Administration Other Services, Ex. Public Admin Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation Information Real Estate and Rental and Leasing Utilities Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing & Hunting Mining

0

20,000

40,000

60,000

80,000

100,000

Source: N.C. Division of Employment Security, Quarterly Census of Employment and Wages, 2014 Annual Averages 22


labor and industry Jobs by Occupation, Charlotte MSA Office and Administrative Support Sales and Related Food Preparation and Serving Related Transportation and Material Moving Business and Financial Operations Production Management Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Education, Training, and Library Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Computer and Mathematical Construction and Extraction Protective Service Building & Grounds Cleaning & Maintenance Healthcare Support Personal Care and Service Architecture and Engineering Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports, and Media Community and Social Services Legal Life, Physical, and Social Science Farming, Fishing, and Forestry

0

20,000

40,000

60,000

80,000

100,000

120,000

140,000

Source: N.C. Division of Employment Security, Quarterly Census of Employment and Wages, 2014 Annual Averages

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new & expanded business Firms

2014

2013

2012

2011

2010

2009

2008

2007

2006

2005

2004

2003

NC Governor Pat McCrory and Jerome Peribere, president and CEO of Sealed Air.

2002

1,400 1,200 1,000 800 600 400 200 0

Jobs Created

2014

2013

2012

2011

2010

2009

2008

2007

2006

2005

2004

2003

2002

18,000 16,000 14,000 12,000 10,000 8,000 6,000 4,000 2,000 0

Square Feet (Millions) 30 25 20 15 10 5

2010

2011

2012

2013

2014

2010

2011

2012

2013

2014

2008 2008

2009

2007 2007

2006

2005

2004

2003

2002

0

Investment ($ Millions)

2009

2006

2005

2004

2003

2002

4,500 4,000 3,500 3,000 2,500 2,000 1,500 1,000 500 0

Source: Charlotte Chamber 24


corporate neighbors

Charlotte Region’s Largest Employers, 2014 Rank Employer

Employees

Retail Sales by Category

1

Carolinas HealthCare System

35,000

Mecklenburg County ($ Billion)

2

Wells Fargo Company

22,000

18

3

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools

18,143

16

4

Wal-Mart Stores Inc.

16,100

5

Bank of America

15,000

14

6

Lowe's Companies Inc.

12,960

12

7

Novant Health

11,000

10

8

American Airlines

10,600

8

9

Harris Teeter Supermarkets

8,239

10

Duke Energy Corp.

7,800

11

North Carolina State Government

7,684

4

12

Delhaize America Inc.

6,900

2

13

City of Charlotte

6,000

0

14

U.S. Government

5,360

15

Daimler Trucks North America LLC

5,200

16

Compass Group North America

4,860

17

Mecklenburg County

4,520

18

Union County Public Schools

4,456

19

U.S. Postal Service

4,000

20

CaroMont Health Inc.

3,980

21

Gaston County Schools

3,824

22

Cabarrus County Schools

3,803

23

AT&T North Carolina

3,290

24

Time Warner Cable, Inc.

3,100

24

University of North Carolina at Charlotte

3,100

26

Target Stores

3,049

Retail Sales by Category

27

Rowan-Salisbury Schools

3,000

Mecklenburg County ($ Billion)

27

TIAA-CREF

3,000

Retail Sales

29

CORESTAFF Services

2,900

Building Material, Garden Equipment Stores

$1,641,897,416

29

Iredell-Statesville Schools

2,900

Clothing & Clothing Accessories Stores

$1,339,729,239

31

S.C. State Government

2,826

32

YMCA of Greater Charlotte

2,783

33

Central Piedmont Community College

2,700

34

Adecco Staffing

2,600

35

McDonald's Corp.

2,600

35

Bi-Lo LLC

2,500

37

Family Dollar Stores Inc.

2,500

6

‘06

‘07

‘08

‘09

‘10

‘11

‘12

‘13

‘14

Source: North Carolina Department of Revenue

Mecklenburg County

Electronics & Appliances Stores Food & Beverage Stores

$185,620,268 $1,104,023,774

Foodservice & Drinking Places

1,802,843,634

Furniture & Home Furnishings Stores

$522,220,777

General Merchandise Stores

$2,698,602,305

Health & Personal Care Stores

$928,902,605

Motor Vehicle & Parts Dealers

$4,268,277,000

38

FedEx Corp.

2,500

$266,405,003

39

IBM Corp.

2,500

40

Marriott International

2,500

Sporting Goods, Hobby, Book, Music Stores Source: Nielsen Site Reports, 2014

Source: Charlotte Chamber Major Employers Database 25


Total number of Fortune 500 firms represented in the Charlotte MSA:

291

corporate neighbors The Charlotte region offers companies an educated workforce, a strategic geographic location and a business friendly environment. It’s no wonder that many businesses choose Charlotte for their corporate headquarters location. Corporate headquarters help form a core part of Charlotte’s identity and provide a positive economic impact on the region. In addition to the professional service businesses that grow around headquarters operations, headquarters professionals invest substantial time and resources into community development, philanthropy and other good works. A total of 248,547 people are employed by company headquarters in the Charlotte region. Spending by those companies and their employees supports an additional 281,102 jobs. These total 529,649 employees and the businesses that hire them have $67 billion total economic impact on the Charlotte region.

$67 BILLION Total economic impact

Charlotte-Area MSA Headquartered Fortune 1,000 Companies Rank

Name

Revenues ($ billion)

Regional Employment

23

Bank of America

95.2

15,000

50

Lowe’s

56.2

12,960

116

Duke Energy

25.7

7,800

139

Nucor

21.1

100

281

Family Dollar Stores

10.5

2,500

315

Sonic Automotive

9.2

610

366

Sealed Air

7.8

1,262*

470

Domtar

5.6

645

514

American Tire Distributors

5

475

542

SPX

4.7

350

596

Resolute Forest Products

4.3

609

610

Belk

4.1

2,315

640

CommScope

3.8

200

715

Carlisle

3.2

35

772

Babcock & Wilcox

2.9

85

798

MSC

2.8

400**

834

Curtiss-Wright

2.6

459

264.7

44,143

Totals

34.7%

of the regional economy is supported by headquarters operations

529,649

Total impact of jobs supported by headquarters operations

$34.8 billion in total wages, salaries and benefits

*announced **announced by 2017 Source: Fortune Magazine, 2015 Fortune 1000 List. 26


office space Trends in Rentable Office Space Charlotte-Mecklenburg (Millions of square feet) 50 40 30 20 10 0 ’04 ’05 ’06 ’07 ’08 ’09 ’10 ’11 ’12 ’13 ’14 Source: Karnes Research Company, 2014. Note: Prior to 2012, data came from Lincoln Harris, so 2012 data are not comparable to prior years.

Trends in Vacant Office Space Charlotte-Mecklenburg (Millions of square feet) 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0

’04 ’05 ’06 ’07 ’08 ’09 ’10 ’11 ’12 ’13 ’14

Source: Karnes Research Company, 2014. Note: Prior to 2012, data came from Lincoln Harris, so 2012 data are not comparable to prior years.

Office Space Survey by Area Area

Rentable SF

Vacant SF

Percent Vacant

Average Rates/SF

Uptown

16,974,361

1,817,011

10.7%

$27.83

Suburban

32,973,161

5,197,434

15.8%

$20.94

Total

49,947,522

7,014,445

14.0%

$23.38

Karnes Research Company, 2015

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manufacturing

Charlotte Area Manufacturing Firms Manufacturing Type

Firms

Employment

Apparel Manufacturing

79

4,678

Beverage and Tobacco Product Manufacturing

42

1,125

Chemical Manufacturing

244

6,339

Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing

133

4,132

Electrial Equipment, Appliance, and Component Manufacturing

93

6,610

Fabricated Metal Manufacturing

662

15,251

Food Manufacturing

143

7,715

Furniture and Related Product Manufacturing

309

14,528

Leather and Allied Product Manufacturing

16

344

Machinery Manufacturing

456

11,286

Miscellaneous Manufacturing

376

8,435

Nonmetallic Mineral Product Manufacturing

249

4,860

Paper Product Manufacturing

113

6,435

Petroleum and Coal Products Manufacturing

39

555

Plastics and Rubber Products Manufacturing

189

10,307

Primary Metal Manufacturing

93

3,070

Printing and Related Support Activities

455

3,719

Textile Mills

142

8,749

Textile Product Mills

116

4,370

Transportation Equipment Manufacturing

187

13,303

Wood Product Manufacturing

179

6,158

4,315

141,964

Total

Major Manufacturer Headquarters in Mecklenburg County* Company

Employees Description

Areva

645

Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing

Cato Corporation

600

Apparel Manufacturing

Coca-Cola Bottling Co. Consolidated

300

Beverage Manufacturing

Curtiss-Wright Corporation

372

Transportation Equipment Manufacturing

Electrolux

900

Fabricated Metal Manufacturing

Husqvarna

290

Machinery Manufacturing

Rubbermaid Consumer

225

Plastics and Rubber Products Manufacturing

Sealed Air Corporation

1200

Plastics and Rubber Products Manufacturing

Source: Charlotte Chamber of Commerce

Snyder's-Lance, Inc.

250

Food Manufacturing

SPX Corporation

300

Machinery Manufacturing

Source: Charlotte Chamber of Commerce, 2015. *Headquarters may not include manufacturing operations on premise 28


transportation

Total Air Passengers

Public transportation plays a significant role in connecting the people of Charlotte. The Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) is growing at a rapid pace, serving Mecklenburg County and the five surrounding counties. The LYNX Blue Line is the region’s first light rail system, running from South Charlotte to Center City and is currently being extended 9.3 miles through northeast Charlotte. Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) hosts over 43 million passengers a year with nonstop flights to 151 destinations, 38 of which are international. In 2014, Norfolk Southern opened a new intermodal facility at CLT that links air, rail and truck services to East Coast seaports.

25

(Millions of people)

20

15

10

Commercial Airport

5

Major Airlines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Regional Carriers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Foreign Flag Carriers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Daily Flights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 680 Direct/Nonstop Flights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151

0

Charlotte Douglas International

’04 ’05 ’06 ’07 ’08 ’09 ’10 ’11 ’12 ’13 ’14

Total International Air Passengers (Thousands of people)

1,600 Rankings Total operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 1,400 Total passengers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Cargo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 1,200

Air Cargo Loaded (tons) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63,910

1,000 800 600

Air Cargo Unloaded (tons) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68,434

400 200 0

Source: Charlotte-Douglas International Airport, Fast Facts

’04 ’05 ’06 ’07 ’08 ’09 ’10 ’11 ’12 ’13 ’14 Source: Charlotte-Douglas International Airport, 2014 Aviation and Activity Report

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transportation

Air – Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) • C LT ranks 6th nationwide and 7th worldwide for total operations • It is the 8th largest airport based on passenger totals • 9 Major airlines • 683 Daily flights • Nonstop service to 151 destinations, 38 of which are international

Public Transportation • • • • • • • •

overs 11 municipalities C Spans 425 square miles Largest system between DC and Atlanta Charlotte Area Transportation System (CATS) Buses 374 buses; 13 hybrid electric 74 routes ADA accessible 24.3 million passengers

LYNX Light Rail • 9 .6 mile track • ADA accessible • 15,000 riders per day

Charlotte Area AMTRAK Station Locations • C harlotte • Gastonia • Kannapolis

Highways & Trucking • C harlotte is the meeting point for major U.S. Interstates 77 and 85 • 13 U.S. and State primary highways run through the region • Charlotte is home to over 300 trucking firms • 40 percent of the nation’s 100 largest trucking firms have operations in Charlotte

Rail & Intermodal • • • •

L argest consolidated rail system in the U.S. 300 trains pass through Charlotte each week Hubs for CSX Transportation and Norfolk Southern Links to 27,000 miles of rail systems between the region and 23 other states

Port & Intermodal Facilities • I nland port that handles more than 32,000 containers annually • Easy accessibility to Port of Charleston and Port of Wilmington • Charlotte Intermodal Terminal is the first fully operational inland container staging and storage facility operated by a port authority • Norfolk Southern TBT, Norfolk Southern CSX, and RSI Leasing all have intermodal facilities in Charlotte 30


construction New Residential Units

Construction Permits 3,000

2014 2013 Permit Value ($ Million)

2012 2011 2010 2009 2008 2007 2006 2005

30

Permits (Thousands)

2,500

25

2,000

20

1,500

15

1,000

10

500

5

0

0

Multifamily

Single Family

Source: Charlotte-Mecklenburg Building Standards Department

Residential

Non-Residential

Source: Charlotte-Mecklenburg Building Standards Department

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2014

2013

2012

2011

2010

10,000

2009

8,000

2008

6,000

2007

4,000

2006

2,000

2005

2003

2004

2004


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OVERVIEW People love to live in Charlotte. CharlotteMecklenburg has one of the highest in-migration rates in the nation. In fact, the area consistently ranks among the top 10 most popular U.S. moving destinations. And Charlotte is the fourth-fastestgrowing large city in the country. Why Charlotte? Low cost of living and high quality of life. With a population of more than 2.4 million, the Charlotte metropolitan area offers all of the advantages and amenities of a major urban area but with the feel of a small town. Charlotte’s population of 827,000 makes it the largest city in the region and the 17th largest in the United States. Located in the Piedmont region of North Carolina, Charlotte is two hours east of the Appalachian Mountains and three hours west of the Atlantic Ocean. Charlotte’s strategic location makes the area only a two-hour plane ride from 53 percent of the U.S. population.

Although settled by the Scots-Irish in the 1740s, the Charlotte area felt the strong influence of German colonists who came south about the same time. The city owes its name to German-born Queen Charlotte, wife of England’s King George III, and the county to her birthplace of Mecklenburg-Strelitz. From its modest beginnings as a small village, Charlotte abruptly attained city status with America’s first discovery of gold in 1799. It was also the first small step in establishing the city as a financial center. Charlotte quickly became the gold mining capital of the country and maintained that position until the California Gold Rush 50 years later. A few decades later, the cotton textile industry moved south from New England. By 1903, the Charlotte area was clearly defined as a textile leader. Today, Charlotte enjoys a vibrant, balanced economy that encompasses many sectors and companies ranging in size from multinational to microbusiness.

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Charlotte, N.C. # # #

1 2 3

Destination state for one-way moving truck rentals U-Haul

City for growth of Small Businesses Wallethub.com

Real Estate Market to Watch PwC and Urban Land Institute

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COST of LIVING Charlotte is one of the nation’s most affordable metros – a big city with a cost of living that is only 95.9 percent of the national average. It costs less to live here than in most major metropolitan areas, including Atlanta, Denver, New York City, San Francisco and Seattle. A key component of that figure is housing, which in Charlotte is 85.9 percent of the national average. And Charlotte is gaining national attention for its low cost of living. Money Magazine ranked the Queen City No. 1 on its list of “Best Big-City Bargains” based on housing affordability, economic strengths and livability. Zillow.com places Charlotte in the top 10 as a “sweet spot” for home ownership.

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T OF LIVIN G

I

S CO

Rank | 1 3 5 7 9 11 13 15 16 18 21 23 24 27 29 31 33 34 37 39

NDE X

City

San Antonio TX St. Louis MO-IL Indianapolis IN Salt Lake City UT Orlando FL Raleigh NC Pittsburgh PA Austin TX Detroit MI Cleveland OH Houston TX Fort Worth TX Minneapolis MN Denver CO Philadelphia PA Providence RI Portland OR Los Angeles-Long Beach CA Washington-Arlington-Alexandria DC-VA

San Francisco CA

Source: C2ER Cost of Living Index, 3Q 2016 Note: Data not available for Columbia, SC

City

85.4 89.7 91.5 93.1 93.7 94.7 95.7 96.3 97.2 98.2 99.4 101.7 104.8 112.6 115.9 120.7

| Rank

89.3

Columbus OH

2

91.1

Cincinnati OH

3

92.2

Tampa FL

6

93.5

Jacksonville FL

8

94.1

Kansas City MO-KS

10

95.1

Nashville-Murfreesboro TN

12

95.9

Charlotte NC

14

97.1

New Orleans LA

16

97.6

Atlanta GA

18

98.6

Phoenix AZ

20

101.3

Las Vegas NV

22

103.2

Dallas TX

24

108.7

Miami-Dade County FL

26

115.1

Baltimore MD

28

117.6

Chicago IL

30

123.1

Newark-Elizabeth NJ

32

143.1

Seattle WA

34

146.4

Boston MA

36

177.0

New York (Brooklyn) NY

38

232.0

New York (Manhattan) NY

40

128.2 143.6 151.6 181.9

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BALLANTYNE

Ballantyne spans about 2,000 acres in south Charlotte. Located along the South Carolina border, Ballantyne offers upscale living as well as shopping and dining options such as Ballantyne Village and Ballantyne Commons. The five-star Ballantyne Hotel and Ballantyne Country Club offer upscale recreation opportunities This area is also home to over 4 million square feet of office space, including the headquarters of Snyder’s-Lance, MetLife, SPX, and Babcock & Wilcox.

CORNELIUS

485

Cornelius is a small-town feel located along Lake Norman in northern Mecklenburg County. The town is rich in history and boasts a highly diverse community with 10 public parks, retail and office centers, a championship golf course in the Peninsula Club, and a variety of housing opportunities along 70 miles of lakeside property.

485

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DAVIDSON

Davidson, located in northern Mecklenburg County, is home to Davidson College. Also on the shores of Lake Norman, Davidson has a small town feel with a quaint, historic downtown area. Davidson is a pedestrian-friendly and bicycle-friendly town with a wide variety of shops and restaurants and more than 12 miles of greenway.

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ELIZABETH

277

Elizabeth, southeast of uptown Charlotte, takes its name from Elizabeth College, a small Lutheran women’s college founded in 1897 on the present-day site of Presbyterian Hospital. It is home to Independence Park, the first public park in the city. A substantial portion of the neighborhood is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

HUNTERSVILLE

Just 12 miles north of Charlotte, Huntersville is a family-friendly town with close proximity to Lake Norman. One of the fastest-growing areas in Mecklenburg County, Huntersville attracts families and businesses alike. Shopping options include the mixed-use Birkdale Village. Microban International, Forbo Siegling, and American Tire Distributors are headquartered there.

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MYERS PARK

Myers Park is a mainly residential area just south of uptown and has the highest concentration of adults with a bachelor’s degree or higher in Mecklenburg County. Known for its winding streets, Myers Park is home to the Myers Park Historic District and consists of notable examples of bungalow, craftsman, colonial, and Tudor revival style houses, most built from the early to mid-20th century. It is also home to Queens University of Charlotte.

Charlotte 485

HUNTERSVILLE

ELIZABETH

MADISON PARK

MYERS PARK

NODA

POPULATION 2015

57,875

4,866

6,317

17,588

3,258

8,656

10,948

POPULATION 2010

50,911

4,053

5,377

15,881

2,607

7,969

10,307

PERCENT BACHELOR'S DEGREE

53%

68%

53%

80%

45%

44%

73%

MEDIAN HOUSEHOLD INCOME

$88,177

$72,005

$73,445

$120,855

$66,194

$68,593

$97,147

MEDIAN AGE

36

32

37

39

33

34

40

397, 399, 412, 413, 416, 417, 418, 419, 420, 421, 422, 424, 434, 437, 445, 446, 447, 450, 452, 462, 463, 464, 466, 467

367

393, 132

392, 208, 133, 358, 69

343, 344 378, 87, 314

358, 8, 213, 210, 7, 69

NPAs

PLAZA SOUTHPARK MIDWOOD

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NoDa

DILWORTH

PLAZA MIDWOOD

UNIVERSITY

SOUTHPARK

UPTOWN

NoDa, the historic arts district just north of uptown Charlotte, offers art galleries, funky boutiques, breweries and renowned local eateries. Charlotte’s planned LYNX light rail extension will run through the neighborhood by fall 2017.

Plaza Midwood, located a few miles northeast of uptown Charlotte, is one of Charlotte’s historic “streetcar suburbs.” Here, you’ll find bungalows and mansions from the 1920s alongside newly built homes and apartments. Central Avenue provides a wide variety of entertainment options, including perhaps the largest concentration of international eateries in town. SouthPark is one of the biggest neighborhoods in Mecklenburg County, spanning much of the southern portion. It is a well-known retail hub, anchored by SouthPark Mall. It is also one of the largest business districts with numerous headquarters operations, including Nucor, National Gypsum, Coca-Cola Bottling Consolidated and Piedmont Natural Gas.

485

SOUTH END

Just south of uptown, rapidly growing South End was once an industrial area. Now, it is filled with new apartments and nightlife. This area has a growing food and craft beer scene, as evidenced by the number of fine dining restaurants, breweries, and food trucks. Dimensional Fund Advisors is building its new headquarters in the area.

Dilworth was known as Charlotte’s original “streetcar suburb,” and many historic homes from the turn of the 20th century remain intact and renovated. The area offers tree-lined streets, local restaurants along East Boulevard and the 98-acre Freedom Park. The University area is home to the University of North Carolina at Charlotte and its 28,000 students and 3,000 faculty and staff. Several of the university’s research centers make the neighborhood a hub for innovation. Hewlett-Packard, IBM, and Red Ventures are among the companies that operate large research and development and customer service centers in University Research Park. Uptown Charlotte is the urban core of the city and the secondlargest financial center in the country. Uptown houses a number of museums and cultural centers, ssports venues (Bank of America Stadium and Spectrum Center), and a variety of restaurants and nightlife venues. It is marked by urban, upscale condos and apartments.

MADISON PARK

Nestled between Myers Park to the east and SouthPark to the south, Madison Park is a mostly residential area offering many mid-century homes with short commutes to uptown and accessibility to the LYNX Blue Line light rail. Recreation options include the southern end of the Little Sugar Creek Greenway. A full range of upscale retail is available around the Park Road Shopping Center.

N e ig h bor h o o ds

1

SOUTH END

DILWORTH

UNIVERSITY CITY

UPTOWN

DAVIDSON AREA

CORNELIUS

BALLANTYNE

8,918

7,938

38,932

15,436

12,783

23,022

57,646

5,023

6,563

32,585

12,489

10,271

18,785

50,881

43%

75%

51%

67%

64%

53%

64%

$50,028

$76,002

$57,714

$72,648

$123,385

$86,987

$102,057

30

33

29

29

37

38

38

339, 388, 338, 30, 290

3

62, 219, 66, 65, 67, 60, 80, 331, 153, 152, 254, 334, 218, 154, 265, 251, 252, 275

341, 340, 342, 384

473, 475, 469, 438, 405, 458, 404, 468, 451 448, 409, 472, 474,

355, 356, 257, 188, 151, 169, 75, 115, 379, 172, 308, 294, 170, 20, 255, 176, 171, 261, 233, 262, 25

449 410, 398

1 Neighborhood population, income and median age statistics are based on the Mecklenburg County Neighborhood Quality of Life Explorer, produced by the City of Charlotte, Mecklenburg County and the UNC Charlotte Urban Institute. These neighborhoods are combinations of the city’s “Neighborhood Profile Areas.” Other neighborhood definitions might vary.

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Charlotte neighborhoods offer something for everyone. Whether they prefer to live close to the city or nestled in the suburbs, whether they favor a historic home or a modern apartment or condominium, newcomers can find the perfect place to call home. Not surprisingly, Charlotte is regularly included on lists of the most livable U.S. cities. With a strong road network and mass transit options, the average commute time is only 26.5 minutes. Charlotte has been ranked as one of best places for home ownership. Carolina Multiple Listing Services, Inc. reports that the average sales price for a home in Mecklenburg County through the first nine months of 2016 was $281,397.* This is based on more than 14,800 single-family home closings, totaling $4.2 billion in sales volume.

Wylie provide exciting waterfront housing opportunities that are short commutes from the central business district. And master-planned residential communities, including a PGAsanctioned golf development, can be found throughout the county. For those who prefer the ease of multifamily locations, there are a number of options. Multistory and townhouse condos can be found in Center City near office buildings, museums and restaurants; in neighborhoods convenient to shopping, schools and entertainment; and in suburbs near lakes, universities and amenities. Apartments offer the same variety of location, price and amenities, with an average rental rate of $1,065 per month. Luxury complexes have swimming pools, tennis courts, clubhouses, social programming and other features.

The Charlotte area has many communities in a variety of styles, price ranges and living environments. Center City offers both sleek high-rise condos and historic Victorian homes. Surrounding neighborhoods, including Dilworth, Myers Park, NoDa, Plaza Midwood and South End, also offer multiple housing options. The Catawba River, Mountain Island Lake, Lake Norman and Lake

Single Family Average Price

Townhome/ Condo Average Price

Charlotte

$284,341

$214,922

Cornelius

$438,267

$198,150

Davidson

$442,365

$225,192

Huntersville

$292,328

$174,100

Matthews

$287,457

$193,156

Mint Hill

$294,810

$160,000

Pineville

$241,882

$168,500

Lake Norman

$486,713

$246,397

Lake Wylie

$470,589

$222,450

Uptown Charlotte

$473,000

$341,570

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PHOTO BY DAVID JAFFE

Homes

*Source: Carolina Multiple Listing Services, Inc. – October 2015


HEALTH C AR E The Charlotte region is a growing health care hub, home to national and international leaders in the health care field. The region is home to two nationally ranked hospital systems as well as a variety of specialty provider practices. Recently, medical equipment manufacturing has emerged as a growth industry. Research Made Possible By:

• More than 137,000 health care sector jobs in Charlotte* • Nearly 5,000 certificates & degrees awarded annually at regional higher education institutions** • Above-average growth in medical equipment manufacturing

Q4 2017

W W W.C H A R LOT T EC H A M B E R .CO M

*Source: JobsEQ **Source: IPEDS via JobsEQ


HEALTH C A R E A broad range of companies make up the health care sector in the Charlotte region. From primary care facilities and comprehensive hospitals, to health care research and technology, to a growing medical equipment and pharmaceutical industry, health care is crucial to the region’s economy. Health care accounts for 1 in 10 jobs in the Charlotte region. That’s more than 137,000 diverse workers of different skill sets and education levels. From home health care workers to hospital support professionals to physicians and life sciences researchers, much of the area’s health care talent is recruited from the more than 23 nearby colleges and universities and 18 community colleges and technical institutes in the region. Each year, nearly 5,000 students in the area earn health care-related degrees from phlebotomy certifications to Ph.D.s in bioinformatics.

THE HEALTH CARE SECTOR HAS A

$ 13.4 B I L L I O N T O TA L I M PAC T O N T H E

CHARLOTTE REGION’S ECONOMY.

Source: JobsEQ, Chmura Economics

With the flagship institutions of two nationally ranked hospital systems in Atrium Health (formerly Carolinas HealthCare System) and Novant Health, a growing health care technology and medical equipment supplies manufacturing industry and a world-class research institution in the North Carolina Research Campus, Charlotte’s health care industry is poised to continue growing.

TOP 10 HEALTH CARE EMPLOYERS T O P 1 0 H E A LT H C A R E S U B - I N D U S T R I E S COMPANY

REGIONAL EMPLOYMENT

COUNTY

Atrium (formerly Carolinas HealthCare System)

35,700

Regional

Novant Health

12,468

Regional

Caromont Health Inc.

3,980

Gaston

Iredell Health System

1,600

Iredell

Piedmont Medical Center

1,600

York

Premier, Inc.

1,200

Regional

OrthoCarolina

1,100

Mecklenburg

White Oak Manor

938

Regional

Springs Memorial Hospital

875

Lancaster

Brookdale Senior Living

835

Regional

Sources: Charlotte Chamber, Businesswise

PROJECTED ANNUAL GROWTH RATE

EMPLOYMENT

AVG. ANNUAL WAGES

General Medical Hospitals

43,189

$61,878

0.7%

Offices of Physicians

26,268

$92,751

2.5%

Home Health Care Services

12,358

$28,850

5.2%

Nursing Care Facilities

11,208

$30,373

1.3%

Retirement & Assisted Living Facilities

9,225

$23,431

4.4%

Offices of Dentists

8,093

$57,504

2.2%

General Health Practitioners

6,536

$45,976

4.1%

Outpatient Care Centers

4,482

$48,949

3.9%

Disability, Mental Health & Substance Abuse Facilities

4,104

$24,562

3.0%

Ambulatory Health Care Services

3,172

$38,587

4.0%

INDUSTRY

(THROUGH 2027)

Source: JobsEQ

AN ADDIT IONAL 96,041 JOBS ARE INDIRECTLY SUP P ORT E D BY EXPENDITURE S OF HE ALTH CARE COM PANIE S & WORK E RS. Source: JobsEQ, Chmura Economics


234,016 J O B S :

T O TA L E M P L O Y M E N T I M PA C T O F H E A LT H C A R E S E C T O R Source: JobsEQ, Chmura Economics

ADVANTAG E S O F D OI N G BU SI N ESS I N C H ARLOTTE ACC E S S

TALENT

A F FORDABILITY

QUALITY OF L I FE

A central location on the U.S. East

Charlotte’s health care centers

Comprehensive tax reform has

Charlotte consistently ranks

and agencies rely on a talented,

brought North Carolina one of

high as a destination city for

young and growing workforce.

the lowest flat corporate tax

all ages. More than 37,000

The region’s 23 colleges and

rates in the nation at 3 percent.

newcomers arrive in the

Coast and the seventh busiest global airport put the world within Charlotte’s reach. 53 percent of the U.S. population lives within 12-hours trucking distance or a two-hour flight, and with more than 700 daily nonstop flights to

universities, plus 18 community

Charlotte area each year,

colleges and vocational schools

drawn by career opportunities,

offer training for all types of skills

diverse living options and a cost

and occupations in health care.

of living 96.2 percent of the national average.

150-plus destinations, nowhere is too far away.

L A R G E S T 2 0 H E A LT H C A R E O C C U P AT I O N S ANNUAL GROWTH RATE BY 2027

OCCUPATION

2017 EMPLOYMENT

AVERAGE WAGES

CURRENT ONLINE JOB ADS

Registered Nurses

22,427

$61,700

1,803

2.0%

Nursing Assistants

10,674

$23,600

616

1.8%

Home Health Aides

6,110

$19,500

112

4.5%

Medical Assistants

4,703

$33,300

289

3.3%

Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses

4,338

$42,600

260

1.8%

Pharmacy Technicians

3,067

$30,900

151

1.7%

L I F E S C I E N CE -

Physicians and Surgeons, All Other

2,891

$229,100

123

2.1%

R E L ATE D

Dental Assistants

2,321

$42,100

75

2.5%

C E RTI F I CAT E S &

Pharmacists

2,053

$117,000

46

1.1%

DEGREES AWARDED

Dental Hygienists

1,699

$70,700

9

2.5%

Emergency Medical Technicians and Paramedics

ANNUALLY,

1,631

$36,600

87

1.9%

Medical Records and Health Information Technicians

1,524

$36,900

147

2.1%

Radiologic Technologists

1,482

$55,400

264

1.8%

Massage Therapists

1,349

$40,200

34

3.0%

Physical Therapists

1,252

$81,900

72

2.7%

Phlebotomists

1,155

$31,000

93

3.0%

Family and General Practitioners

1,113

$247,400

12

2.2%

Nurse Practitioners

1,058

$98,700

133

3.8%

Medical and Clinical Laboratory Technicians

857

$41,300

93

2.0%

Medical and Clinical Laboratory Technologists

614

$59,200

44

1.8%

Source: JobsEQ, Q4 2017

NE AR LY

5,000

HE ALTH CA R E O R

I NC LU D IN G

1,800 4 -Y E A R D EGR E ES & 493 P OS TGR A D UAT E D EGR E ES. Source: IPEDS and institutions


RECEN C ATI ON S AN D EXPAN SI ONS REC E N T R E LO LOC Announced a $170 million expansion of Levine Cancer Institute, including a new outpatient care center and renovation of patient rooms.

Ensemble Health Partners, a health care revenue consulting company, announced the addition of 120 jobs and the expansion of its Huntersville office in June 2016.

Announced a $45.6 million expansion of Huntersville facility, including 44 new beds, additional operating room and intensive care unit to be complete early 2019.

M E D I C A L E Q U I P M E N T M A N U FA C T U R I N G G R O W T H Capitalizing on an educated workforce, two major national hospital groups and proximity to research and development institutions such as the North Carolina Research Campus, the Charlotte region’s medical equipment manufacturing industry has rapidly expanded. Jobs in the Surgical Appliance and Supplies Manufacturing industry grew by more than 9 percent per year between 2011 and 2016. During the same period nationally, the industry grew by less than 1 percent. Dental equipment manufacturer Pelton & Crane, employs 400 workers at its Southwest Charlotte production facility.

NEW INVESTMENT

In early 2017, France-based Selenium Medical, which manufactures sterile packaging for the medical devices industry, announced plans to open a manufacturing facility in Mecklenburg County.

In 2017, Chinese-based pharmaceuticals manufacturer Prinston announced 127 new jobs and a $3 million investment into a new Charlotte facility.

Research Made Possible By: W W W.C H A R LOT T EC H A M B E R .CO M


COMMUNITY PARTNERS

CARE RING

HEADQUARTERS: Charlotte, N.C. EMPLOYEES IN CHARLOTTE MSA: 25

Care Ring provides quality health care for low-income individuals and families.

For decades, Care Ring has been a recognized leader in providing and improving access to quality health care for low-income individuals. Through partnerships with health

Care Ring, a nonprofit that provides care to indigent populations, partners with volunteer physicians to improve access to and quality of health care in the Charlotte area. Care Ring is recognized as a leader in providing affordable care largely due to the community partnerships it has built. By working with companies such as BlueCross BlueShield of North Carolina, Carolinas Healthcare Systems, Mecklenburg County, OrthoCarolina, Menaker Rodney Dentistry, Novant Health, Regions Bank, United Way, and Wells Fargo, Care Ring is able to reach more neighbors and promote healthy living for all Charlotteans.

care professionals and the public and private sectors, Care Ring is able to serve thousands of uninsured and underinsured individuals every year.

NINTH LARGEST YMCA ASSOCIATION IN THE UNITED STATES YMCA OF GREATER CHARLOTTE HEADQUARTERS: Charlotte, N.C. EMPLOYEES IN CHARLOTTE MSA: 4,000

The YMCA, one of the nation’s leading nonprofits, promotes youth development and healthy living through several initiatives in Charlotte. The YMCA of Greater Charlotte, comprised of 19 membership locations and two resident camps, is the ninth largest Y association in the United States. The YMCA of Greater Charlotte engages approximately 274,000 men, women and children to improve the area’s health and well-being, and provides opportunities to give back and support neighbors. Deeply rooted in the community for more than 140 years, the YMCA of Greater Charlotte delivers a wide range of community health initiatives, including recreational sports activities, youth camps, health consultations, nutrition management, and wellness and prevention classes. Also involved in the Chamber’s Healthy Charlotte Council, the YMCA helps to make Charlotte nationally recognized for its healthy initiatives and robust health services industry.

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ARAMARK HEALTHCARE TECHNOLOGIES HEADQUARTERS: Charlotte, N.C. EMPLOYEES IN CHARLOTTE MSA: 70

With medical technology continuing to evolve and health care systems becoming more connected, Aramark decided to create one hub for the development of its expertise and innovation. Focusing on research and development, Aramark constructed a multimillion-dollar Technology & Innovation center in Charlotte that brings program support staff, quality assurance, and technical operations together. With 70 experts in fields ranging from biomedical engineering to diagnostics imaging to software engineering, Aramark is able to test all of its parts and systems through patient care simulations and 32 live systems developed for hands-on training. Aramark Healthcare Technologies

By consolidating training, parts testing and administrative services into one technology center, Aramark has been able to efficiently address its health care partners’ needs while fueling innovation across the asset management continuum.

PREMIER INC.

HEADQUARTERS: Charlotte, N.C. EMPLOYEES IN CHARLOTTE MSA: 900 Premier maintains one of the nation’s largest comparative databases, allowing it to track and share clinical, financial, and operational data. It helps approximately 3,600 hospitals across the country and 120,000 other providers make decisions based on data and purchase quality medical supplies in bulk. Premier has seen tremendous growth since relocating its headquarters to Charlotte in 2009, increasing its employee base by approximately 40 percent. Premier attributes part of its success to Charlotte’s strong and dynamic health care presence.

IMAGINE SOFTWARE

HEADQUARTERS: Charlotte, N.C. EMPLOYEES IN CHARLOTTE MSA: 135 Headquartered in Charlotte, Imagine Software is a homegrown company that serves the technology needs of health care providers across the country. With a wide variety of software solutions, Imagine Software provides billing automation software, revenue management and analytics applications to over 20 specialty areas including hospitals, anesthesiology, pathology, radiology and urgent care. Started in a basement over 16 years ago by its founder, Sam Khashman, ImagineSoftware found success in Charlotte and has plans to employ 135 people by the end of 2016. With an increasing number of technology-driven competitors in the health care industry, Imagine Software differentiates itself by staying true to its values and roots as a software company. “Imagine Software is different than many others because our emphasis is on culture and our focus is technology. Preserving that focus allows us to stay on top of emerging tech trends, provide an excellent work climate, and remain competitive in the health care market,” said Khashman. 46


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TOP 20 MOST COMMON HEALTH CARE OCCUPATIONS CH ARLOT TE MSA

Occupation

Employed

Avg. Annual Salary

Registered nurses

23,330

$60,770

Nursing assistants

10,570

$23,310

Home health aides

8,260

$19,290

Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses

3,790

$41,660

Medical assistants

3,550

$31,930

Pharmacy technicians

3,230

$30,570

Physicians and surgeons

1,930

$226,140

Dental assistants

1,970

$38,810

Pharmacists

2,220

$120,960

Emergency medical technicians and paramedics

1,810

$36,050

Dental hygienists

1,320

$69,800

Medical records and health information technicians

1,380

$35,240

Radiologic technologists

1,540

$54,920

Physical therapists

1,120

$82,960

920

$38,370

1,100

$41,650

Family and general practitioners

650

$233,500

Medical and clinical laboratory technologists

890

$57,670

1,050

$29,710

780

$100,830

Massage therapists Medical and clinical laboratory technicians

Phlebotomists Nurse practitioners Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics and JobsEQ

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MANUFACTURING, LIFE SCIENCES AND RESEARCH LINET AMERICAS

HEADQUARTERS: Charlotte, N.C. EMPLOYEES IN CHARLOTTE MSA: 16 Based in the Czech Republic, LINET chose to establish its American headquarters in Charlotte because of its connectivity and business-friendly environment. LINET manufactures hospital beds that are designed for the ICU and medical-surgical environments. These beds help facilitate mobility and pain management and reduce infection rates. Since establishing a U.S. headquarters six years ago, the company has doubled its revenue every year. North Carolina Research Campus

NORTH CAROLINA RESEARCH CAMPUS HEADQUARTERS: Kannapolis, N.C. Built on the 350-acre site of a former textile mill by Dole Corporation CEO David Murdock, the North Carolina Research Campus hosts eight universities and several private companies, including

General Mills, LabCorp, Inc. and Monsanto. The campus is also home to the David H. Murdock Research Institute. While primarily focused on breakthroughs in biotechnology and

nutrition research, the 350-acre campus also includes medical office space and a biotechnology workforce training institute through nearby RowanCabarrus Community College.

MOST COMMON LIFE SCIENCE OCCUPATIONS CH ARLOT TE MSA, 2016

Occupation

Employees

Avg. Annual Wages

Environmental scientists and specialists, including health

704

$58,600

Medical scientists, except epidemiologists

555

$80,000

Biological technicians

324

$37,700

Natural sciences managers

317

$115,300

Biological science teachers, postsecondary

313

$63,000

Biochemists and biophysicists

173

$79,600

Biomedical engineers

144

$85,300

Microbiologists

111

$66,200

54

$69,700

Life scientists Source: Bureau of Labor Statistcs, JobsEQ

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MANUFACTURING, LIFE SCIENCES AND RESEARCH

Pelton & Crane’s Charlotte manufacturing facility, an example of the dental equipment and supplies manufacturing industry.

TO P E I G H T L I F E S C I E N C ES I N D U ST R I ES CH ARLOT TE MSA, 2016

INDUSTRY

EMPLOYEES

AVERAGE WAGES

Medical, dental, and hospital equipment and supplies merchant wholesalers

2,080

$88,940

Pharmaceutical preparation manufacturing

1,239

$83,889

Surgical and medical instrument manufacturing

921

$74,437

Surgical appliance and supplies manufacturing

844

$62,133

Biological product (except diagnostic) manufacturing

464

$95,837

Dental laboratories

371

$36,028

Analytical laboratory instrument manufacturing

169

$79,916

Dental equipment and supplies manufacturing

161

$51,741

Source: JobsEQ; industries in green have higher than average concentration in Charlotte MSA.

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EDUCATION AND WORKFORCE

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QUEENS UNIVERSITY OF CHARLOTTE BL AIR COLLEGE OF HEALTH

Blair College of Health at Queens University serves the Charlotte health care system in many capacities. With an average of 600 students enrolled, the college fills a growing demand for nurses in Charlotte, offering both bachelor’s and master’s degrees in nursing. The Health Sciences program prepares students for careers in bioscience, occupational therapy, physical therapy and healthcare

research. The Kinesiology department focuses on exercise and sport sciences, sport management and health science. Students undergo clinical immersion experiences at both Carolinas HealthCare System and Novant Health to provide an interactive experience for seniors in the nursing program. Carolinas Medical Center is a collaborative partner in shaping the curriculum for the master’s

degree program in nursing. Students also have the opportunity to volunteer for clinics at Charlotte public and nonprofit organizations, including Care Ring, Mecklenburg County Health Department and Charlotte Mecklenburg Schools. More than 25 percent of Queens’ student body is enrolled in a program within the Blair College of Health.

UNIVERSITY OF NORTH CAROLINA CHARLOTTE HEALTH CARE INFORM ATICS GRADUATE PROGRAMS The University of North Carolina Charlotte (UNC Charlotte) serves as a key source of talent for the health care industry in the Charlotte region. From the School of Nursing to the College of Health and Human Services, UNC Charlotte fosters education in areas such as public health, health administration, social work and gerontology. UNC Charlotte is also helping to meet the growing demand for data scientists in the health care field through its Health Informatics program.

The only program of its kind in the region, UNC Charlotte’s Health Informatics Masters program teaches students how to merge health care research with data. As health care entities rely heavily on technological innovations and data collection, data scientists are key to managing those processes. The program is appealing to a number of professionals in different industries, from nurses and physicians to information technology analysts and computer scientists. There is no shortage of IT and data analysts

because of Charlotte’s large banking base. The Health Informatics program aims to leverage that talent so that hospitals and medical offices can build, maintain, and better utilize their data. The Health Informatics program relies on valuable partnerships with companies, including Carolinas HealthCare System, Novant Health, IBM Watson, SAS, Premier Inc, and Duke Health help provide the community with well-prepared data scientists. 50


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EDUCATION AND WORKFORCE CERTIFICATES AND 2-YEAR DEGREES PROGRAMS & OCCUPATIONS*

EDUCATION

Dental Assisting/Assistant (57)

Carolinas College of Health Sciences

Dental Hygiene/Hygienist (61)

Catawba Valley Community College

Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training (122)

Central Piedmont Community College

Massage Therapy/Therapeutic Massage (111)

Cleveland Community College

Medical Administrative/Executive Assistant and Medical Secretary (67)

Gaston College

Medical/Clinical Assistant (634)

Mercy School of Nursing

Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide (80)

Mitchell Community College

Radiologic Technology/Science – Radiographer (64)

Rowan-Cabarrus Community College

Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse (674)

South Piedmont Community College

Surgical Technology/Technologist (82)

Stanly Community College University of South Carolina – Lancaster York Technical College

MORE THAN 4,600 HEALTH CARERELATED DEGREES ARE AWARDED IN THE CHARLOTTE MSA EACH YEAR. BACHELOR’S PROGRAMS & OCCUPATIONS*

EDUCATION

Athletic Training/Trainer (46)

Cabarrus College of Health Sciences

Biology/Biological Sciences, General (332)

Gardner-Webb University

Foodservice Systems Administration/Management (219)

Lenoir-Rhyne University

Human Nutrition (15)

Pfeiffer University

Kinesiology and Exercise Science (68)

Queens University of Charlotte

Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse (507)

University of North Carolina at Charlotte

Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist (45)

Wingate University

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Cannon Research Center Laboratories at Carolinas Medical Center.

GRADUATE PROGRAMS & OCCUPATIONS*

EDUCATION

Athletic Training/Trainer (12)

Gardner-Webb University

Biology/Biological Sciences, General (23)

Lenoir-Rhyne University

Human Nutrition (31)

Northeastern University – Charlotte Campus

Kinesiotherapy/Kinesiotherapist (20)

Queens University of Charlotte

Nursing Administration (23)

University of North Carolina at Charlotte

Occupational Therapy/Therapist (23)

Winthrop University

Pharmacy (74) Physician Assistant (31) Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing (75) Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse (56)

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TAXES Rate per $100 Valuation

Source: Mecklenburg County Office of the Tax Collector

PROPERTY TAX (REAL) Real property is assessed at 100 percent of the fair market value and is assessed every four to eight years. Rental property is taxed at its full assessment. Both businesses and individuals are taxed at the same rate.

Year

Charlotte

Unincorporated Area

2016 2015 2014 2013 2012

$1.2944 $1.2944 $1.2844 $1.2844 $1.2544

$1.0271 $1.0094 $1.0094 $1.0094 $0.7922

Property located within the corporate limits of the city of Charlotte is taxed by both city and county. A police service district tax of $0.1937 is applied to the unincorporated area of the county. There is no State of North Carolina tangible property tax. Detailed property tax examples can be found at charlottechamber.com.

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SALES TAX

Charlotte and Mecklenburg County offer a comparatively uncomplicated system of taxation. Because the city and county jointly operate one tax department, taxpayers are only subject to a single payment. Charlotte has the 31st-lowest residential property tax among the nation’s largest 50 cities.

A 4.75 percent state tax plus a 2.5 percent local tax make up the 7.25 percent Mecklenburg County sales tax. Additional taxes of 1 percent on prepared food purchases and 8 percent on hotel room occupancy rates are collected locally. Qualifying foods are taxed at a rate of 2 percent. Motor vehicle sales are covered under the highway use tax. North Carolina levies a tax for the privilege of using the highway at the rate of 3 percent of the retail value of a motor vehicle.

INCOME TAX All residents of the state of North Carolina and some nonresidents are subject to personal income taxes. In 2013, the state of North Carolina passed a flat tax rate for everyone, regardless of income. For tax year 2014, the income tax rate was 5.8 percent. For tax year 2016, the income tax rate was 5.75 percent. In 2017, the income tax rate will fall to 5.5 percent. For more information on North Carolina personal income tax, visit dor.state.nc.us/taxes/individual.

MOTOR VEHICLE REGISTRATION The state’s annual registration license fee is $28 per private passenger vehicle and private truck less than 4,000 pounds. In 2013, North Carolina began collecting vehicle property taxes along with registration renewal fees. For more information on the Tax and Tag Together program, visit ncdot.gov.

Charlotte is home to Duke Energy, the largest electric power holding company in the nation. Electricity prices in Charlotte are consistently lower than the national average – the average residential price is 9.4 cents per kilowatt-hour compared to the national average of about 13 cents/kWh. Natural gas customers are served by Piedmont Natural Gas, the main supplier for North Carolina, South Carolina and Tennessee. In October 2015, Duke Energy announced it would purchase Piedmont Natural Gas. Both companies will remain in Charlotte. Federal regulators approved the deal in 2016. More than 30 companies offer telecommunications services in Charlotte, including major national and regional providers. Charlotte telecommunications offerings are diverse and up-to-date with the newest technology trends. There are thousands of miles of fiber optic cable and a wealth of wireless providers in the region. In 2015, Google began installing its gigabit Internet and television service, Google Fiber, in select neighborhoods of Charlotte. Broadband providers in Charlotte include AT&T, Spectrum and Windstream.

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Property Tax Examples for Charlotte-Mecklenburg 2015-2016 House and Lot Purchase Price: $100,000

Tax Rate (Per $100 Valuation) Revaluation in 2011 — $100,000 Tax Rate x $100 Value on $100,000 Solid Waste Fee** Two Examples of Automobiles Auto Fee (each) 2012 Kia Rio @ $9,152 2007 Jeep Wrangler @ $15,148 TOTAL TAXES

Charlotte

Unincorp. County*

Cornelius

Davidson

Huntersville

Matthews

Mint Hill

Pineville

1.2944

1.0094

1.0557

1.1657

1.1207

1.1557

1.0857

1.1657

$1,294.40 40.00

$1,009.40 15.00

$1,055.70 —

$1,165.70 201.00

$1,120.70 54.00

$1,155.70 —

$1,085.70 —

$1,165.70 —

30.00 118.46 196.08

— 92.38 152.90

10.00 96.62 159.92

20.00 106.68 176.58

20.00 102.57 169.76

15.00 105.77 175.07

10.00 99.36 164.46

— 106.68 176.58

$1,708.94

$1,269.68

$1,332.24

$1,689.97

$1,487.03

$1,466.54

$1,369.53

$1,448.97

House and Lot Purchase Price: $150,000

Tax Rate (Per $100 Valuation) Revaluation in 2011 — $150,000 Tax rate x $100 Value on $150,000 Solid Waste Fee** Two Examples of Automobiles Auto Fee (each) 2011 Toyota Camry LE @ $13,391 2007 Honda Accord EX V6 @ $9,797 TOTAL TAXES

Charlotte

Unincorp. County*

Cornelius

Davidson

Huntersville

Matthews

Mint Hill

Pineville

1.2944

1.0094

1.0557

1.1657

1.1207

1.1557

1.0857

1.1657

$1,941.60 40.00

$1,514.10 15.00

$1,583.55 —

$1,748.55 201.00

$1,681.05 54.00

$1,733.55 —

$1,628.55 —

$1,748.55 —

30.00 173.33 126.81

— 135.17 98.89

10.00 141.37 103.43

20.00 156.10 114.20

20.00 150.07 109.79

15.00 154.76 113.22

10.00 145.39 106.37

— 156.10 114.20

$2,341.75

$1,763.16

$1,848.35

$2,259.85

$2,034.85

$2,031.53

$1,900.30

$2,018.85

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Property Tax Examples for Charlotte-Mecklenburg 2015-2016 House and Lot Purchase Price: $250,000 Charlotte Tax Rate (Per $100 Valuation) Revaluation in 2011 — $250,000 Tax Rate x $100 Value on $250,000 Solid Waste Fee** Two Examples of Automobiles Auto Fee (each) 2012 Honda Pilot EX-L @ $24,175 2009 Toyota Camry SE @ $11,065 TOTAL TAXES

Unincorp. County*

Cornelius

Davidson

Huntersville

Matthews

Mint Hill

Pineville

1.2944

1.0094

1.0557

1.1657

1.1207

1.1557

1.0857

1.1657

$3,236.00 40.00

$2,523.50 15.00

$2,639.25 —

$2,914.25 201.00

$2,801.75 54.00

$2,889.00 —

$2,714.25 —

$2,914.25 —

30.00 312.92 143.23

— 244.02 111.69

10.00 255.22 116.81

20.00 281.81 128.98

20.00 270.93 124.01

15.00 279.39 127.88

10.00 262.47 120.13

— 281.81 128.98

$3,792.15

$2,894.21

$3,031.28

$3,566.04

$3,290.68

$3,326.52

$3,116.85

$3,325.04

Huntersville

Matthews

House and Lot Purchase Price: $400,000

Tax Rate (Per $100 Valuation) Revaluation in 2011 — $400,000 Tax Rate x $100 Value on $400,000 Solid Waste Fee** Two Examples of Automobiles Auto Fee (each) 2014 Volvo S80 @ $35,247 2011 Chevy Tahoe @ $28,741 TOTAL TAXES

Charlotte

Unincorp. County*

Cornelius

Davidson

1.2944

1.0094

1.0557

1.1657

1.1207

$5,177.60 62.00

$4,037.60 15.00

$4,222.80 —

$4,662.80 201.00

30.00 456.24 372.02

— 355.78 290.11

10.00 372.10 303.42

$6,105.86

$4,698.49

$4,918.32

Mint Hill

Pineville

1.1557

1.0857

1.1657

$4,482.80 54.00

$4,622.80 —

$4,342.80 —

$4,662.80 —

20.00 410.87 335.03

20.00 395.01 322.10

15.00 407.35 332.16

10.00 382.68 312.04

— 410.87 335.03

$5,649.71

$5,293.91

$5,392.31

$5,057.52

$5,408.71

*Unincorporated county includes a county rate of $.8157 and a police service district rate of $.1937 **An additional solid waste fee is added to each tax bill at a rate of $15.00 for Mecklenburg County and $47.00 for the city of Charlotte for a combined $62.00 within the city limits. Note: Vehicles are no longer a lien against real estate. The law changed as of January 1, 1993. Vehicles are assessed at the same time as tag renewal or issue of a new tag. Source: Mecklenburg County Assessor’s Office, Town and City Governments; Kelley Blue Book online - June 2015

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EDUCATION Nationally recognized for combining academic rigor with rich opportunities, Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools (CMS) offers a world of choices including arts and humanities programs, STEM programs, culinary arts, information technology, and the highly acclaimed International Baccalaureate and Advanced Placement diploma programs. As the 18th largest school district in the country, CMS serves 164 schools and over 145,000 students. With 175 native languages spoken by students in CMS, the diverse makeup of the student body serves to enhance the district’s educational opportunities. Additionally, over 19,000 students are enrolled in 111 charter and private schools in Mecklenburg County. This growing system includes elementary, middle and high schools with various religious affiliations as well as cultural and independent institutions. Higher education plays a vital role in the Charlotte region’s success. Over 240,000 students are enrolled in the 50 colleges, universities, community colleges, and technical institutions located in the 16-county region. There are 23 public and private institutions that offer a wide array of baccalaureate programs and 17 schools that offer graduate opportunities. Average in-state tuition starts at just $4,497 annually for a North Carolina resident living off campus at a public school.

In 2011, Charlotte Mecklenburg Schools won the Broad Prize, which is presented annually to four school districts in the country for elevating their achievement levels.

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SCHOOLS

SCHOOLS

50 HIGHER

EDUCATION

TOTAL INSTITUTIONS IN THE REGION

CMS was the first large, urban school system to earn accreditation from AdvanceEd, the world’s largest education network.

In 2013, five CMS high schools were ranked among America’s top 1,000 high schools by Newsweek Magazine. 330 South Tryon Street, Charlotte, NC 28202

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One of the reasons Charlotte’s business environment flourishes is its proximity to several prestigious higher education institutions. The University of North Carolina at Charlotte, the fourth largest of the 16 member institutions of the University of North Carolina, is the state’s urban research university and grants approximately 5,500 degrees per year in a wide variety of undergraduate and graduate programs with particular strength in engineering and information technology.

Colleges in the Southeast # of Students (Undergrad)

Regional Schools Central Piedmont Community College

58,000

0 mi

Clemson University

16,000

132 mi

Davidson College

1,800

21 mi

Duke University

6,500

143 mi

Georgia Tech

14,500

244 mi

North Carolina State University

24,000

166 mi

N/A

0 mi

2,200

0 mi

UNC Chapel Hill

18,000

140 mi

UNC Charlotte

26,500

0 mi

University of South Carolina

24,000

93 mi

University of South Carolina School of Business — Charlotte campus

60

0 mi

University of Tennessee — Knoxville

21,500

230 mi

Virginia Tech

24,000

173 mi

200

0 mi

4,800

80 mi

Northeastern — Charlotte Campus Queens University

Charlotte is also no more than a 4-hour drive from prominent research institutions in the southeast. Every year graduates from schools like Clemson, Georgia Tech, UNC Chapel Hill, and Virginia Tech flock to Charlotte because of its robust economy and low cost of living. These graduates come with experience in a variety of fields including engineering, information technology, and business administration.

Distance from Charlotte

Wake Forest — Charlotte Campus Wake Forest University

Virginia Tech 81

Wake Forest University

University of Tennessee — Knoxville

40

75

Duke University North Carolina State University UNC Chapel Hill

CHARLOTTE

85

Georgia Tech

20

Clemson University

77

520

University of South Carolina Central Piedmont Community College Davidson College Northeastern University Queens University University of North Carolina — Charlotte University of South Carolina School of Business — Charlotte campus Wake Forest — Charlotte

26

95

01

55

10

Miles 220

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Fast Facts All numbers and data reflect information for the 2014-2015 school or fiscal years unless noted otherwise.

Our Budget Operating Budget................................................................................$1.3 billion Per-pupil expenditure...................................................................................$8,473 Beginning teacher salary..........................................................................$35,418 Average budgeted classroom teacher salary...................................$44,600

Our Schools Enrollment .....................................................................................................145,363 Total number of schools....................................................................................164 Elementary schools.................................................................................................91 Middle schools..........................................................................................................39 High schools...............................................................................................................31 Alternative schools.....................................................................................................3

School and Academic Options Number of magnet schools.................................................................................43 Number of magnet-school programs................................................................9 Number of schools offering Career and Technical Education options....5 Number of early and middle colleges...............................................................4 Number of Advanced Placement courses....................................................32 Number of schools with an International Baccalaureate program.............14

Our Promise: To provide a personalized environment of academic excellence that prepares Every Child. Every Day. For a Better Tomorrow.

Student Diversity African-American.................................................................................................42% American Indian/multiracial.............................................................................3% Asian..............................................................................................................................5% Hispanic....................................................................................................................18% White.........................................................................................................................32% Native languages spoken by students in CMS........................................175 Countries represented in CMS......................................................................158

P.O. Box 30035 Charlotte, NC 28230 www.cms.k12.nc.us CMS-TV

In compliance with federal law, Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools administers all education programs, employment activities and admissions without discrimination against any person on the basis of gender, race, color, religion, national origin, age or disability.

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Fast Facts, continued Graduation Rate (2014) Four-year Cohort Graduation Rate......................................... 85.1%

Scholarships Received by CMS Students (2013-2014) Academic/Athletic........................................................... $93,000,000 Scholarships earned by students........................more than 2,000

Our Employees CMS is one of the largest employers in Mecklenburg County. Total number of employees........................................................18,143 Total full-time teachers and student support staff...........10,798 Total administrative/office staff...................................................... 995 Total certified teachers....................................................................9,180 Total teachers with advanced degrees......................................3,547 National Board-certified teachers..............................................1,995 Average teacher experience.................................................10.5 years * These figures represent the number of employees that work in various departments not all departments are represented here.

Our Volunteers Number of volunteers...................................................................35,806

Other Information Child Nutrition

Approximate number of breakfasts served daily..............30,000 Approximate number of lunches served daily..................94,000 Approximate amount of after-school snacks served daily....8,500 Meal Cost

Pre-kindergarten................................ breakfast Free / lunch $2.00 Elementary and middle ................. breakfast Free / lunch $2.25 High ........................................................ breakfast Free / lunch $2.50 Adult....................................................... breakfast & lunch / a la carte Transportation

Total number of buses.....................................................................1,020 Average daily miles......................................................................107,000 Approximate number of students assigned to buses.....125,000

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Why choose Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools? Our promise: To provide a personalized environment of academic excellence that prepares Every Child. Every Day. For a Better Tomorrow.

1 A commitment to safe schools Safe learning environments are paramount to meet our goals of high achievement for all students. By promoting a culture of safety, respect, anti-bullying and character development in every school, we teach our students valuable lessons about inclusion and acceptance that will last a lifetime.

2 Student achievement We are a nationally recognized leader in academic achievement and instructional programs. CMS students have equaled or outperformed their peers in other urban schools on the National Assessment of Educational Progress in reading and math. CMS also received the Broad Prize in 2011, which recognized the district’s progress in narrowing gaps and raising achievement. The graduating class of 2014 was awarded more than $93 million in sports and academic scholarships. CMS advanced placement test scores are above the national average.

3 Personalized academic choices We are dedicated to meeting each child’s individual learning needs. Our students have a wide range of academic choices that personalize their learning experiences. CMS offers International Baccalaureate elementary, middle and high school programs and 32 Advanced Placement courses. The district also offers students nine specialized magnet programs at 43 schools as well as six different specialized themes and Career and Technical Education. CMS will offer several new academic options in the 2014-2015 school year, including a medical science magnet, middle-college opportunities that allow students to complete an associate degree as well as twilight and virtual learning opportunities.

4 Teacher excellence We have a highly talented teaching staff of 9,200 full-time teachers who have an average of 10½ years of experience. More than 3,500 of them have advanced degrees. CMS ranks fourth nationwide and second among school districts in North Carolina in newly certified National Board Teachers. Professional learning communities in our schools build a supportive and collaborative environment for instruction.

5 Student transportation Our transportation fleet has been nationally recognized for its safe, timely and efficient service to students. Over 1,000 CMS buses travel more than 100,000 miles to transport students to and from school each day.

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6 Healthy, nutritious meals We are proud to offer a Universal Breakfast Program that ensures all of our students can begin each school day with a nutritious meal. Our Child Nutrition Services team has earned two HealthierUS School Challenge Bronze Awards from the U.S. Department of Agriculture for providing nutritious affordable meals and encouraging healthy eating habits for every student.

7 Technology Our educators use technology to reach beyond the classroom and access global learning opportunities for students. CMS equips all teachers with mobile devices and provides professional development on how to use technology to inspire learning. Every CMS school is Wi-Fi capable and many of them allow students to bring their own technology for use during the day to further enhance learning.

8 Community partnerships We recognize the important connection between parent involvement and student success. The Community Partnerships and Family Engagement department provides a variety of tools, resources and support to help families and schools work together for the benefit of children. With more than 35,000 volunteers and many faith-based, community and corporate partners, CMS is dedicated to providing a sustainable system of support for each child.

9 Fiscal responsibility We have a strong track record of completing capital projects on time and on- or under-budget. In 2013, Mecklenburg County voters approved a $290 million bond for CMS. The bond money will be used efficiently to increase access to high-demand programs, build new schools and fund renovations and upgrades to ensure safe, 21st-century learning environments for our students.

10 Strategic Plan 2018 Strategic Plan 2018: For a Better Tomorrow is our roadmap to help every CMS student graduate with the skills and competencies needed to succeed in college and the workplace. Together, the goals and strategies in the plan reflect our comprehensive approach to providing the personalized learning environments our children need and deserve. View the full plan at www.cms.k12.nc.us in the Quicklinks section.

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With over 26,000 students enrolled, private (non-public) schools and charter schools make up a significant part of Mecklenburg County’s educational landscape. There are approximately 85 private schools, some of which offer education with a religious or cultural focus.Charter schools, which are public, tuition-free institutions, are becoming an increasingly popular school choice in Mecklenburg County. For additional information on tuition and enrollment openings, please contact individual schools directly. For additional information on CharlotteMecklenburg’s diverse educational facilities, please call the chamber at 704.378.1300. All schools have a Charlotte address unless otherwise indicated.

Private Schools in Mecklenburg County School

Grades No. Taught Students Staff Affiliation

School

Grades No. Taught Students Staff Affiliation

Academic Illumination Day School 21106 Catawba Ave., Cornelius, 28031 Mrs. Patricia Campbell

9-12 7 1 Independent 704.987.9655 lakenormanlearningcenter.com

Charlotte Catholic High School* 7702 Pineville-Matthews Rd., 28226 Mr. W. Kurt Telford

9-12 1,330 107 Catholic 704.543.1127 charlottecatholic.org

Adventist Christian Academy* 4601 Emory Ln., 28211 Mr. Gerald Ban

PK-8 56 9 Seventh Day 704.366.4351 Adventist adventistchristianacademy.org

Charlotte Christian School* 7301 Sardis Rd., 28270 Mr. Barry Giller

JK-12 1,015 97 ACSI 704.366.5657 charlottechristian.com

Anami Montessori School 2901 Archdale Dr., 28210 Mrs. Joan Horlbeck

PK-6 30 5 AMI 704.556.0042 anamimontessori.org

Charlotte Country Day School*† 1440 Carmel Rd., 28226 Mr. Mark Reed

K-12 1,593 325 Independent 704.943.4500 charlottecountryday.org

Back Creek Christian Academy* 1827 Back Creek Church Rd., 28213 Mrs. Janet Ballard

TK-8 158 24 ACSI 704.549.4101 bccaschool.org

Charlotte Country Day Middle School*† 5-8 5936 Green Rea Rd., 28226 704.943.4800 charlottecountryday.org

Berean Junior Academy 3748 N. Beatties Ford Rd., 28216 Mrs. Henrietta Bishop

K-8 47 5 Seventh Day 704.391.7800 Adventist antm28.adventistschoolconnect.org

Charlotte Islamic Academy* 4301 Shamrock Dr., 28215 Mr. Abdel J. Lamti

K-12 85 110 Islamic 704.537.1772 ciacademy.us

Bethune Mays Classical Academy 800 Briar Creek Rd., Ste. DD400, 28205 Dr. Christina Christian

4-12 63 24 Christian 704.919.2031 bethunemaysclassical.org

Charlotte Jewish Day School* 5007 Providence Rd., 28226 Mrs. Mariashi Groner

K-5 100 13 Jewish 704.366.4558 cjdschool.org

Charlotte Latin School* 9502 Providence Rd., 28277 Mr. Arch McIntosh, Jr.

K-12 1,384 179 704.846.1100 charlottelatin.org

Charlotte Leadership Academy P.O. Box 680476, 28216 Ms. Doan Clark facebook.com/charlotteleadershipacademy

6-12 19 1 Independent 704.712.1195

Charlotte Preparatory School* 212 Boyce Rd., 28211 Mr. Blair Fisher

K-8 296 64 Independent 704.366.5994 charlotteprep.com

Charlotte United Christian Academy 7640 Wallace Rd., 28212 Mrs. Janet Atwell

K-12 163 41 ACSI 704.537.0331 cucawarriors.com

Bible Baptist Christian School PK-12 116 8 2724 Margaret Wallace Rd., Matthews, 28105 704.535.1694 Pastor Damian Ahrens bbcscolts.com

Baptist

Brisbane Academy* 5901 Statesville Rd., 28269 Mr. Christopher A. Crooks

K-9 50 11 Independent 704.598.5208 brisbaneacademy.org

British International School of Charlotte 7000 Endhaven Ln., 28277 Mr. Adam Stevens

PK-9 112 34 British Schools 704.341.3236 of America britishschoolofcharlotte.org

Brookstone Schools 2414 Lester St., 28208 Dr. Donald Larsen

K-8 131 10 ACSI 704.392.6330 brookstoneschools.org

Carmel Christian School* K-12 782 111 ACSI, Baptist 1145 Pineville-Matthews Rd. , Matthews, 28105 704.849.9723 Mr. J. Van Wade carmelchristian.org 330 South Tryon Street, Charlotte, NC 28202

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Private Schools in Mecklenburg County School

Grades No. Taught Students Staff Affiliation

Chesterbrook Academy Elementary School K-4 38 10 Nobel 15115 Norman View Ln., Huntersville, 28078 704.896.6605 Learning Communities Mrs. Karen Barrett huntersville.chesterbrookacademy.com

School

Grades No. Taught Students Staff Affiliation

Grace Covenant Academy 17301 Statesville Rd., Cornelius, 28031 Mrs. Kim Goodwin

K-5 96 22 ACSI 704.892.5601 gracecovenantacademy.org

Greyfriars Classical Academy 2701 Rice Rd., Matthews, 28105 Rev. John McGowan

9-12 32 22 Presbyterian 704.315.5774 greyfriarsca.net

Hickory Grove Baptist Christian School* 6050 Hickory Grove Rd., 28215 Pastor Clint Pressley

K-12 933 96 704.531.4000 hgchristian.org

Holy Trinity Catholic Middle School* 3100 Park Rd., 28209 Mr. Kevin Parks edline.net/pages/holy_trinity_catholicms

6-8 892 66 Catholic 704.527.7822

Christ the King Catholic High School* 2011 Crusader Way, Huntersville, 28078 Mr. Brendan Keane

9-12 140 29 Catholic 704.799.4400 christthekinghs.com

Christian Montessori School 14101 Stumptown Rd., Huntersville, 28078 Mrs. Sonya Curry

K-4 9 5 AMS, ACSI 704.875.1801 christianmontessorischool.org

Countryside Montessori Schools*† 9026 Mallard Creek Rd, 28262 Dr. Wilhelmenia Rembert

K-12 308 51 AMS 704.503.6000 countrysidemontessorischools.org

Countryside Montessori Schools*† 4125 Johnston Oehler Rd., 28269 countrysidemontessorischools.org

1-6 704.503.6000

John Crosland School, The* 5146 Parkway Plaza Blvd., 28217 Dr. Sean Preston

1-12 93 33 Independent 704.365.5490 johncroslandschool.org

Covenant Day School* 800 Fullwood Ln., Matthews, 28105 Mr. Mark Davis

K-12 813 73 Christian 704.847.2385 covenantday.org

Kent Academy 1819 Charlotte Dr., 28203 Dr. Jane Robinson

1-8 39 1 Independent 704.996.8283 kentacademycharlotte.com

Crossway Academy 9129 Monroe Rd., Ste. 100-105, 28270 Ms. Dorian Ladue

K-5 11 3 Independent 704.847.3911 crosswayacademy.com

Keystone Montessori School 2830 Dorchester Pl., 28209 Mrs. Hawley Hoggard

K-1 6 2 AMI 704.523.4338 keystonemontessorischool.org

Cyzner Institute Day School 7022 Sardis Rd., 28173 Dr. Lisa Cyzner

1-9 25 24 Independent 704.366.8260 cyznerinstitute.com

K 8 6 Independent 704.543.5581

Davidson Day School 750 Jetton St., Davidson, 28036 Mr. Gene Bratek

Kiddie Academy of Charlotte 9310 Blakeney Center Dr., 28277 Mr. David Willis facebook.com/kiddieacademyblakeney

K-12 450 77 Independent 704.237.5200 davidsonday.org

Davidson Green School 511 S. Main St., Davidson, 28036 Ms. Jennifer Jakubecy

King’s Academy 2202 W. Sugar Creek Rd., 28262 Mrs. Diane Nall

5-12 24 2 Christian 704.400.8389 kingsacademycharlotte.org

K-4 24 4 Independent 704.892.0091 davidsongreenschool.org

Dream Children School PO Box 62035, 28262 Mrs. LaTavia Drakeford Epiphany School of Charlotte 1000 E. Morehead St., 28204 Ms. Stacy Kasberg Evelyn Mack Academy 6850 Monroe Rd., 28212 Mrs. Evelyn Mack Faith Baptist Christian School 6840 Wilson Grove Rd., 28227 Mrs. Amy Rogerson Fletcher School* 8500 Sardis Rd., 28270 Ms. Margaret Sigmon Grace Academy 3645 Pleasant Plains Rd., Matthews, 28104 Mr. Bob Daniel

Lake Norman Christian School* 251 South St., Davidson, 28036 Mr. Wes Johnston K 3 6 Independent 704.503.5823 Male Leadership Academy of Charlotte facebook.com/dreamchildreninc 5901 Nations Ford Rd., 28217 Mr. Todd Pipkin 4-8 13 6 Independent 704.644.4407 Manus Academy* theepiphanyschool.com 6203 Carmel Rd., 28226 Ms. Lesley Taylor K-12 29 6 Independent 704.535.8304 Mosaic School 401 E. Arrowood Rd., 28217 Ms. Nancy Tilton K-12 34 8 Baptist 704.545.0937 Mountain Island Day School 8101 Fallsdale Dr., 28216 Mrs. Kathy Keane K-12 257 89 Independent 704.365.4658 New Life Christian Academy thefletcherschool.org School of the Arts 1337 Samuel St., 28206 K-12 301 52 Christian Ms. Sheila Stokes 704.234.0292 graceacademync.com Charlotte-Mecklenburg Private and Charter Schools

ACSI, Baptist

K-12 107 28 ACSI 704.987.9811 lakenormanchristian.com K-4 15 5 Christian 704.405.2012 themaleleadershipacademy.com 4-12 54 24 Independent 704.542.6471 manusacademy.com K-6 19 5 Independent 240.643.8380 mosaic-school.org K-9 13 2 Christian 704.391.5516 midschool.org K-7 58 9 Christian 704.370.3477 nlcacharlotte.com

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Private Schools in Mecklenburg County School

Grades No. Taught Students Staff Affiliation

School

Grades No. Taught Students Staff Affiliation

Northside Christian Academy* 333 Jeremiah Blvd., 28262 Mr. Tony Fajardo

K-12 450 38 ACSI 704.596.4074 ncaknights.com

Saint Mark Catholic School* 14750 Stumptown Rd., Huntersville, 28078 Mrs. Debbie Butler

K-8 743 70 Catholic 704.766.5000 stmarkcatholicschool.net

Oasis Performing Arts School 512 West Blvd., 28203 Pastor Cynthia Williams

K-10 38 5 Christian 704.713.2284 oasisperformingartsschool.com

Saint Matthew Catholic School* 11525 Elm Ln., 28277 Mr. Kevin O’Herron

TK-5 595 71 Catholic 704.544.2070 st-matts.com

Omni Montessori School* 9536 Blakeney-Heath Rd., 28277 Mr. Grae Baker

K-9 160 25 AMI 704.541.1326 omni-montessori.org

Saint Patrick Catholic School* 1125 Buchanan St., 28203 Ms. Debbie Mixer

K-5 267 26 Catholic 704.333.3174 saintpatrickschool.org

One7 Academy 2223 Eastway Dr., 28205 Mrs. Mary Catherine Garrett

5-11 17 5 Christian 704.493.7043 one7.org

Sedgefield School 2830 Dorchester Pl., 28209 Mrs. Hawley Hoggard

K-4 25 2 Independent 704.523.4338

Our Lady of Assumption Catholic School* K-8 144 20 Catholic 704.531.0067 4225 Shamrock Dr., 28215 Mrs. Allana-Rae Ramkissoon olainfo.com

Shands Institute 130A W. Matthews St., Matthews, 28105 Ms. Elizabeth Morris

2-6 7 2 Independent 704.321.5705 shandsinstitute.org

Palisades Episcopal School* 13120 Grand Palisades Pkwy., 28278 Mrs. Kerin Hughes

JK-8 155 24 Episcopal 704.583.1825 pescharlotte.org

SOAR Academy 2409 Plantation Center Dr., Ste. A, Matthews 28105 Mrs. Vanessa Reed

5-11 10 5 Independent 704.230.0485 soaracademync.org

Paw Creek Christian Academy 5110 Tuckaseegee Rd., 28208 Mr. Joseph Chambers

K-12 25 9 Pentecostal 704.391.0588 pawcreek.org

South Charlotte Baptist Academy 12416 Lancaster Hwy., Pineville, 28134 Mr. Nathan Bailey

K-12 88 19 Baptist 704.544.7323 scbacademy.org

Philips Academy 3115 Providence Rd., 28211 Ms. Deborah Hofland

6-12 17 8 Independent 704.365.4533 philipsacademync.org

Southlake Christian Academy* 13820 Hagers Ferry Rd., Huntersville, 28078 Mr. Phillip Horton

K-12 749 68 ACSI 704.949.2200 southlakechristian.org

Phoenix Montessori Academy 412 Armour St., Davidson, 28036 Mrs. India Adams

PK-12 53 13 Independent 704.892.7536 phoenixmontessori.org

Talented Tenth Boys Academy 1500 Rocky River Rd. W, 28213 Ms. Audrey Howard III

2-9 5 2 Christian 980.939.6272 tttbanc.org

Plaza Road Academy 6035 Hunters Crossing Ln., 28215 Mrs. Marie Kivett

6-12 10 2 Religious 704.567.6012

Presbyterian Academy 200 Hawthorne Ln., 28233 Ms. Ashley Smith

2-12 23 1 Boarding 704.384.4791

Providence Day School* 5800 Sardis Rd., 28270 Dr. Glyn Cowlishaw

TK-12 1,568 283 Independent 704.887.6000 providenceday.org

Renaissance Christian School of Excellence 2-9 9 5 11000 Dekalb Pl., 28262 704.323.5938 Ms. GaVonne Hamilton

Christian

Rod of God Christian Academy 7400 S. Tryon St., 28217 Dr. Annette Allen

K-12 10 4 Christian 704.527.9900 rodofgod.com

Saint Ann Catholic School* 600 Hillside Ave., 28209 Mrs. Kathy McKinney

K-5 136 38 Catholic 704.525.4938 stannscatholicschool.com

Saint Gabriel Catholic School* 3028 Providence Rd., 28211 Mrs. Sharon Broxterman

K-5 577 40 Catholic 704.366.2409 stgabrielcatholicschool.org

Teaching Achieving Students Academy K-6 17 3 Christian 7829 Old Concord Rd., 28213 704.453.9534 tasacademy.org Mrs. Fanisha Cowan Trinity Christian Preparatory School* 7516 E. Independence Blvd., Ste. 100, 28227 Mr. Doug Corwin

8-12 68 10 Christian 704.569.1900 trinityprep.com

Trinity Episcopal School* 750 E. Ninth St., 28202 Mr. Thomas Franz

K-8 430 76 Episcopal 704.358.8101 tescharlotte.org

United Faith Christian Academy* 8617 Providence Rd., 28277 Dr. Daniel Patton

K-12 199 51 ACSI 704.541.1742 ufca.org

Victory Christian Center School*† 1501 Carrier Dr., 28216 Mr. Michael Pratt

PK-12 204 22 Christian 704.391.7339 vccskings.com

Note: Excludes those facilities that offer kindergarten only. All schools are recognized by the state of North Carolina. *Accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. †School has multiple locations; enrollment information given for entire school. JK = Junior Kindergarten PK= Pre-Kindergarten TK = Transitional Kindergarten Affiliations: ACSI — Association of Christian Schools International; AMI — Association Montessori International; AMS — American Montessori Society. Sources: N.C. Directory of Non-Public Schools, 2013-14.

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Charter Schools in Mecklenburg County School

Grades Taught

Aristotle Prep Academy 2461 Arty Ave., 28208 Ms. Lauren Tucker

K-3 124 10 704.412.1086 aristotle.teamcfa.org

5-12 1,580 70 Lake Norman Charter School† 12701 Old Statesville Rd., Huntersville, 28078 704.875.3389 lncs.org Ms. Shannon Stein

Bradford Preparatory Academy 2502 Salome Church Rd., 28262 Ms. Kelly Painter

K-8 704.701.8132 bradfordprepschool.org

Charlotte Choice Charter 8000 Robinson Church Rd., 28215 Ms. Shelly Goines-Harris

Lake Norman Charter School Middle School† 5-8 12435 Old Statesville Rd., Huntersville, 28078 704.948.8600 lncs.org

K-6 216 9 980.272.8308 charlottechoicecharter.org

Charlotte Lab School 301 E. Ninth St., 28202 Dr. Mary Moss

K-8 980.277.4522

Charlotte Learning Academy 701 Scaleybark Rd., 28209 Ms. Stacy Rose

6-11 980.355.2077 charlottelearningacademy.org

Charlotte Secondary School 8601 McAlpine Park Dr., 28211 Ms. Nancy Dillon

6-12 475 704.295.0137 charlottesecondary.org

Commonwealth High School 5112 Central Ave., 28205 Ms. Sydney Culver

9-12 704.899.4998 commonwealthhs.com

Community Charter School 510 S. Torrence St., 28204 Ms. Anissa Miller

K-5 141 7 704.377.3180 charlottecommunitycharter.com

Community School of Davidson*† 404 Armour St., Davidson, 28036 Ms. Joy K. Warner

Kennedy Charter Public School 1717 Sharon Rd. W, 28210 Mr. William Stubbs

K-12 1,189 157 704.897.8061 Sugar Creek Charter School K-8 875 csdnc.org 4101 N. Tryon St., 28206 704.509.5470 Ms. Cheryl Turner thesugarcreek.org K-4 88 8 704.717.7550 Thunderbird Preparatory Academy K-5 corvian.org 17609 Old Statesville Rd., Cornelius, 28031 704.412.1024 thunderbirdprep.org Ms. Patty Moreira 9-12 201 12 United Community School 704.597.5100 K-2 crossroadscharter.org 5309 Idlewild Rd. N, 28227 980.819.0663 Ms. Erika Hedgepeth ucsnc.org K-6 704.900.4226 VERITAS Community School K-5 investcollegiate.org 800 Everett Pl., 28205 980.333.1939 Ms. Katy Ridnouer vertias.teamcfa.school K-12 360 30 704.688.2939 *Accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. kennedycharter.org

KIPP: Charlotte 931 Wilann Dr., 28215 Ms. Tiffany Flowers-Washington

5-8 336 704.537.2044 kippcharlotte.org

Corvian Community School 9501 David Taylor Dr., 28262 Ms. Stacey Haskell Crossroads Charter High 5500 N. Tryon St., 28213 Ms. Gentry Campbell Invest Collegiate 2100 Suttle Ave., 28208 Ms. Antoinette Ellison

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Grades Taught

No. No. Students Teachers

Metrolina Regional Scholars’ Academy K-8 359 5225 Seventy-Seven Center Dr., 28217 704.503.1112 Mr. Anthony Yodice scholarsacademy.org

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Pioneer Springs Community School 9200 Bob Beatty Rd., 28269 Ms. Cheryl Demers

K-3 31 704.494.0777 pioneersprings.org

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Queen City STEM 8701 Mallard Creek Rd Ms. Atila Akyurek

K-12 210.202.9090 queencitystem.org

Queen’s Grant High School 10323 Idlewild Rd., Matthews, 28105 Dr. Mike Smith

K-12 1,286 61 704.545.0736 qgphs.com

Queen’s Grant Community School K-8 6400 Matthews-Mint Hill Rd., Mint Hill, 28227 704.573.6611 Ms. Christy Morrin nhaschools.com/schools/queensgrant Socrates Academy 3909 Weddington Rd., Matthews, 28105 Ms. Kristen Priganc

K-6 606 704.321.1711 socratesacademy.us

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HIGHER EDUCATION Higher education is as important in the affairs of the Charlotte metro region as business and government. This is especially apparent in the partnership between the city’s colleges and universities and the rest of the community. More than 240,000 students are enrolled in degree, college-transfer or continuing education programs at the 48 colleges, universities, community colleges and technical institutes located in the Charlotte region. Within the region, 25 public and private secondary institutions offer a wide range of baccalaureate degrees, and 18 schools offer graduate opportunities, master’s or doctoral programs, in a variety of disciplines. In addition, 21 junior colleges, community colleges, vocational schools and technical institutes offer two-year associate degrees.

Tuition for four-year degree programs in North Carolina starts at just $4,497 annually for a N.C. resident living off campus at a public school. With more than 28,000 students, UNC Charlotte is the fourth largest of the 16 member institutions of the University of North Carolina. As the state’s urban research university, UNC Charlotte offers a broad array of bachelor’s degree, master’s degree and doctoral programs. Each year, UNC Charlotte grants about 5,500 degrees and now has more than 100,000 alumni.

Serving more than 60,000 students each year, Central Piedmont Community College is the largest of the 58 colleges in the North Carolina Community College System. Its six area campuses and online virtual campus make the college very accessible to students and employers. CPCC offers two-year associate degrees and short-term diploma and certificate programs in more than 100 technical specialties. 70


Higher Learning in Mecklenburg County, Fall 2014 Name of Institution

Location

Zip Code

Art Institute of Charlotte

Charlotte

28217

Carolina School of Broadcasting

Charlotte

Carolinas College of Health Sciences

Charlotte

Central Piedmont Community College

Students

Type

1,308

C

28214

57

V

28203

449

V

Charlotte

28204

58,788

CC

Charlotte School of Law

Charlotte

28244

1,410

P

Davidson College

Davidson

28035

1,788

C

DeVry University/Keller Graduate School of Management

Charlotte

28273

737

U

ECPI University

Charlotte

28208, 28262

NA

T

Gardner-Webb University at Charlotte

Charlotte

28273

NA

U

ITT Technical Institute at Charlotte

Charlotte

28217, 28262

875

T

Johnson & Wales University

Charlotte

28202

2,325

U

Johnson C. Smith University

Charlotte

28216

1,387

U

Kaplan College

Charlotte

28212

382

V

King’s College

Charlotte

28204

381

V

Lee University

Charlotte

28269

103

U

Mercy School of Nursing

Charlotte

28273

137

V

Montreat College at Charlotte

Charlotte

28217

201

C

New Life Theological Seminary

Charlotte

28205

144

C

Northeastern University - Charlotte

Charlotte

28246

NA

U

Pfeiffer University at Charlotte

Charlotte

28209

705

U

Queens University

Charlotte

28274

2,285

U

Reformed Theological Seminary

Charlotte

28226

145

P

Southeastern Institute

Charlotte

28217

345

V

Strayer University

Multiple Locations

NA

U

Union Presbyterian Seminary, Charlotte

Charlotte

28274

NA

P

University of North Carolina at Charlotte

Charlotte

28223

26,571

U

University of Phoenix at Charlotte

Charlotte

28273

933

U

University of South Carolina Darla Moore School of Business

Charlotte

28202

60

P

Wake Forest University at Charlotte

Charlotte

28202

200

U

Total:

101,716

C – Four-Year College CC – Community College

P – Graduate/Professional School T – Technical Institute

U – University V – Vocational School

Community college enrollment includes curriculum and continuing education students. Sources: National Center for Education Statistics; North Carolina Community College System; Individual colleges and universities.

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GETTING AROUND CHARLOTTE AREA TRANSIT SYSTEM As quickly as Charlotte has grown, so has the area’s public

The Blue Line is currently being extended 9.3 miles to northeast

transportation provider, the Charlotte Area Transit System

Charlotte, terminating at UNC Charlotte. When the line is

(CATS). CATS serves a six-county region with daily services while

completed in 2017, the vibrant neighborhoods of South End,

also advancing regional transit planning. Serving more than 23

Uptown, NoDa and University City will be connected like never

million trips each year, CATS operates bus, light rail and vanpool

before.

routes, as well as services for the disabled. All CATS vehicles are

The Charlotte Transportation Center, located near the Spectrum

CHARLOTTE DOUGLAS INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT

Center in uptown Charlotte, serves as the main hub for all radial

Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT), home to the

bus routes and the LYNX Blue Line light rail line.

second-largest hub of newly merged American Airlines and

handicap accessible and contain bicycle storage.

US Airways, offers nonstop service to 151 destinations, including The LYNX Blue Line opened in 2007 as the region’s first light

Dublin, Frankfurt, London, Madrid, Munich, Paris, Rome,

rail service. Running adjacent to South Boulevard, the line runs

Toronto, the Caribbean and several Mexican cities. More than

from the city center to Interstate 485 in the southern part of

700 flights leave Charlotte daily.

Mecklenburg County. Its 15 stations vary from walk-up stations to park-and-ride stations with space for as many as 1,100

CATS offers an express service to and from the airport

vehicles. Running every 10 minutes in peak periods, LYNX offers

throughout the day. The route runs frequently between the

a consistent trip time from the farthest station to the city center.

Charlotte Transportation Center and the airport terminal with a few stops in between, utilizing dedicated buses modified to accommodate visitors who may be traveling with luggage.

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TRANSPORTATION Whether catching a business flight to Europe or just trying to get across town, Charlotte’s has the transportation assets to fit the bill. Charlotte-Douglas international airport (CLT) offers more than 700 daily flights to more than 150 national and international destinations. The city’s position at the intersection of two major interstate highways puts Charlotte within a day’s driving distance of more than half the U.S. population. The Charlotte area has a robust and growing public transit system. With the addition of the 9.3-mile Lynx Blue Line light rail in 2007 linking southeastern Mecklenburg County with uptown, interest in transit ridership surged. Today, Charlotte area residents take more than 100,000 daily rides on the Charlotte Area Transit System’s (CATS) 73 bus and rail routes each day. In 2017, the Blue Line Extension will connect Charlotte’s Center City with the 27,000-student University of North Carolina at Charlotte, passing through the city’s Applied Innovation Corridor and NoDa arts and entertainment district along the way. In addition to several traditional taxi companies and more than 60 limousine and car service companies, ride-sharing services such as Uber and Lyft have also expanded their presence in Charlotte in recent years.

100,000 DAILY RIDES ON CATS

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CLT By the Numbers

Top Domestic Destinations

• 44 Million Passengers in 2013-2014 • M ore than 150 non-stop destinations • More than 700 daily departures • 26,000 parking spaces • 95 gates • 5 concourses • 1.8 million square feet International • 3 2 international destinations • N early 3 million international passengers annually • N onstop service to Canada, Mexico, Europe and the Caribbean Business • E xecutive terminal at Wilson Air Center • 2 50,000 square feet of heated hangar space • 132,351 total tons of cargo shipped in 2014

Airport

Daily Passengers

Atlanta

2,443

New York — LaGuardia

1,685

Dallas Fort Worth

1,665

Chicago — O’Hare

1,553

Boston

1,495

Orlando

1,470

Phoenix

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Charlotte is an ideal place for millennials, families, sports fans, arts enthusiasts and outdoor lovers. From professional sports teams to miles of greenway trails to museums, there is always something to do in Charlotte. Lake Norman, the biggest manmade lake in North Carolina, spans the north end of the county while the amusement park, Carowinds, attracts people to south Charlotte. The city’s mild climate makes it perfect for outdoor activities and competitive events most of the year. Charlotte hosts many foot races (5K and 10K) annually, and a marathon has been run every year in Charlotte since 1977.

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Charlotte will host the 99th PGA Championship at the Quail Hollow golf course in 2017.

With more than 210 parks, Mecklenburg County provides excellent access to tennis courts, swimming pools, golf courses, community centers, fitness trails, mountain biking, fishing and much more.

Located in Charlotte, the U.S Whitewater Center is where Olympic hopefuls train for canoe and kayak events. The Center also offers hiking and biking trails, ziplining, ropes courses, and paddle boarding for visitors.

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WITH THE NFL’S CAROLINA PANTHERS and the NBA’s Charlotte Hornets calling Charlotte home, this city is the pinnacle for professional sports as well as recreation and tourism. Whether it is a mountain bike ride along a trail or world-class golf at the Wells Fargo Championship, 50 laps in the pool or 600 laps at Charlotte Motor Speedway, there is something for everyone. Charlotte spectators can cheer the home team in just about any sport and enjoy the city’s many beautiful parks, specialized facilities, annual festivals and other community events. The city’s mild climate makes it perfect for outdoor activities and competitive events most of the year. Charlotte hosts many foot races (5K and 10K) annually, and a marathon has been run every year in Charlotte since 1977. For those needing variety in their competitive workouts, Mecklenburg County is home to three major triathlons, which attract more than 1,750 participants each year.

MORE THAN 72,000 FANS REGULARLY ATTEND PANTHERS HOME GAMES. The Catawba River and its system of man-made lakes provide many activities for water lovers. The river is home to the new U.S. National Whitewater Center, which is an official U.S. Olympic Training Site. Located just 30 minutes north of the city, Lake Norman has 520 miles of shoreline and is the state’s largest man-made lake. Sailing, wind surfing, boating and fishing are just a few of the activities to be enjoyed on this 34-mile long lake.

Spectacular Spectator Sports Charlotte is a national sports hub, home to NFL, NBA, NASCAR, AAA baseball, MLL (lacrosse), USL (soccer) and an NHL/AHL affiliate.

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NFL — The Carolina Panthers panthers.com Bank of America Stadium, in downtown Charlotte, has 73,778 seats and had the eighth highest attendance of all NFL teams for the 2013 season. The $187 million state-of-the-art facility, designed specifically with football in mind, gives every spectator a clear view of the playing field. This team began when NFL owners unanimously selected Carolina as the 29th NFL franchise on Oct. 26, 1993. Just 10 years later in 2003, the Panthers played in Super Bowl XXXVIII against the New England Patriots. In 2013, the Panthers finished 12-4 and clinched their third

NFC South division championship in just 19 seasons as a franchise.

NASCAR — Stock Car Racing charlottemotorspeedway.com nascarhall.com Charlotte is the “pit stop” for all things NASCAR and was chosen as the home of the new NASCAR Hall of Fame and museum in 2006. The $195 million facility opened in 2010 and is located in the heart of downtown Charlotte. Charlotte Motor Speedway is the largest sports facility in the Southeast and is recognized as one of the finest NASCAR facilities in the U.S. It is also used for race team testing and automobile manufacturing research. The Speedway has 140,000 permanent seats and capacity for nearly 40,000 more spectators in the infield of the 1.5-mile super speedway. As one of the busiest sports facilities in the country, Charlotte Motor Speedway hosts three series of racing: • Sprint Cup Series: NASCAR Sprint All-Star Race, Coca-Cola 600 and Bank of America 500. • Nationwide Series: Dollar General 300 and History 300. • Camping World Truck Series: North Carolina Education Lottery 200. The Coca-Cola 600 has the second-largest attendance of all sporting events in the nation. 79


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Hockey — The Charlotte Checkers gocheckers.com

NBA — The Charlotte Hornets hornets.com When the Charlotte Hornets relocated from Charlotte to New Orleans, the NBA promised Charlotte a new team. Black Entertainment Television founder Robert Johnson was awarded the franchise in 2004, making him the first majority African-American owner in U.S. professional sports. The Charlotte Bobcats began playing in the Time Warner Cable Arena, a new $260 million arena built in the center city specifically for the NBA. In 2010, Michael Jordan announced he was buying the majority ownership of the team. In 2014, the team became the Charlotte Hornets again. The Time Warner Cable Arena is also used for the Charlotte Checkers (NHL/AHL affiliate) as well as for concerts and other major events such as the Democratic National Convention in 2012.

In 2010, the old ECHL Charlotte Checkers Ice Hockey Team became a member of the Western Conference of the American Hockey League. The team is the AHL affiliate of the Carolina Hurricanes of the NHL. The new Checkers played their first home game in the Time Warner Cable Arena on October 15, 2010, in front of 12,512 spectators. This attendance set a record for a hockey game in Charlotte, and each year the record continues to break with 12,933 fans in 2011 and 13,102 in attendance in 2012.

Golf — The Wells Fargo Championship wellsfargochampionship.com Golf lovers are fortunate to have the PGA’s Wells Fargo Championship played in Charlotte each year during the first week in May. The Wells Fargo Championship is one of the top events on the PGA TOUR, where such prestigious players as Tiger Woods, Phil Mickelson, Jim Furyk and Rory McIlroy compete at Charlotte’s Quail Hollow Club. The championship has raised more than $16 million for charity. The Quail Hollow Club will also host the 99th PGA Championship in 2017. In addition, Augusta National is not too far away for Masters Tournament enthusiasts. Nor is the Verizon Heritage at Harbour Town Links in Hilton Head.

Soccer — Charlotte Eagles and Lady Eagles charlotteeagles.com The Charlotte Eagles, a men’s soccer team, plays in the Second Division of the United Soccer League (USL).

Baseball — The Charlotte Knights charlotteknights.com The Charlotte Knights are the Chicago White Sox’s AAA affiliate, so watching a game in Charlotte is just one step below major league. The Charlotte Knights made it to the International League Championship Series in their 2012 season. Games are held at BB&T Ballpark in uptown Charlotte, a new $54 million stadium that brought baseball back to the city of Charlotte. The 10,000-seat facility opened in April 2014 just in time for the 2014 season. ©PATRICKSCHNEIDERPHOTO.COM

Lacrosse – Charlotte Hounds charlottehounds.com Major League Lacrosse expanded into Charlotte for the 2012 season. The Charlotte Hounds are part of an eight-team league and play home games at American Legion Memorial Stadium in uptown Charlotte. In their second season, the Hounds came in second place in the MLL championship game against the Chesapeake Bayhawks. 80


It is the second-toughest division and the foundation of professional soccer in the United States. The Charlotte Lady Eagles play in the W-League of the USL where in their first year of play (2001), they were the W-2 national champions. Both Eagles games can be attended at various soccer fields in the Charlotte area.

Roller Derby charlotterollergirls.com Charlotte is home to the Women’s Flat Track Derby Association’s Charlotte Roller Girls (CLTRG). Established in 2006, CLTRG is a skater-owned and operated organization comprised of men and women.

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Competitive Class Act: Collegiate Sports College Football — The Belk Bowl belkbowl.com The Belk Bowl game pits an ACC team against a Big East team. The first game hosted in Charlotte (Virginia vs. West Virginia) set a record for the largest crowd at 75,535 attendees, making it the second-highest attended inaugural bowl game in NCAA history. The bowl has averaged more than 62,000 attendees per year over its 12-year history.

College Basketball — The CIAA Tournament ciaatournament.org The Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association (CIAA) moved its tournament to Charlotte in 2006. Since then it has called Charlotte home. In 2011, the CIAA Tournament set attendance records by drawing more than 190,000 fans during the week-long event. The tournament is made up of 10 historically Black colleges situated on the East Coast, and the tournament’s goal is to raise money for CIAA scholarship funds. The CIAA is more than a basketball tournament – it also features various entertainment and well-known celebrities.

First-Class Tourism Facilities U.S. National Whitewater Center usnwc.org

The U.S. National Whitewater Center (USNWC) is an outdoor adventure center along the Catawba River that provides the world’s most unique outdoor recreation and environmental learning experience. In 2008 and 2012, it hosted the U.S. Olympic Trials and Canadian Olympic Trials for canoe slalom. The USNWC is just 15 minutes from downtown Charlotte. Since its opening, Olympic-caliber athletes, weekend warriors and casual observers have been able to experience this world class sports and training center. The facility includes hiking and mountain biking trails, eco trekking, a high ropes course, a 57-foot climbing tower, a zip line, and flat and whitewater kayaking.

AT CAROWINDS, THE INTIMIDATOR, NAMED FOR DALE EARNHARDT, IS THE TALLEST ROLLERCOASTER AT THE PARK AND COST $23 MILLION TO BUILD. Carowinds Amusement Park carowinds.com Located on the North and South Carolina border, this 122-acre theme park offers more than 100 breathtaking rides, such as the $23 million Intimidator, the park’s tallest rollercoaster, as well as water parks. Carowinds has a variety of shows and attractions at the recently renovated Palladium; kids can enjoy Snoopy’s Starlight Spectacular — a million dollar walk-through experience with lights and a stunning fireworks show. Another amphitheater, Verizon Amphitheatre, opened in 1991. This 19,000-seat facility hosts a variety of entertainment options including rock concerts, Broadway shows and classical programs.

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Mecklenburg County has more than 210 parks with tennis courts, swimming pools, golf courses, community centers, bowling alleys, picnic areas, ball fields, fitness trails, mountain biking, fishing, soccer fields, disc golf courses, playground equipment, skate parks, a dirt bike track, and an indoor water park, which opened in 2002. Specialized facilities include the Latta Plantation Park with its equestrian center, raptor center and canoeing. Numerous organized sports programs are available to residents of all ages. For information concerning the Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation Programs, call 704.336.3854. The parks Locator Map can be found at maps.co.mecklenburg.nc.us/website/parklocator. The Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation Department also operates the pools and gyms at the Mecklenburg County Aquatic Center. Featuring a 50-meter pool and a 25-yard pool with handicap accessibility, this outstanding facility offers an incredibly wide variety of programs for all ages and abilities. Charlotte also offers other public and private facilities for swimming. Visit charmeck.org for further information. The YMCA of Greater Charlotte is one of the largest YMCA programs in the country with 19 facilities and more than 150,000 members (ymcacharlotte.org). The metro area is also home to a variety of private gyms, indoor rock walls, in-line and ice hockey rinks and many other facilities to stay active all year long.

Golf An avid golfer does not have to drive far to find quality golfing in the Charlotte area. Two of Golf Digest’s top courses in North Carolina are in Charlotte at Charlotte Country Club and at Quail Hollow Club. Charlotte has 21 private and 80 public and semi-private golf courses.

Disc “Frisbee” Golf The Charlotte area has become a haven for disc golf and has 22 disc golf courses for the public to enjoy. The Charlotte region hosts at least two major tournaments a year and currently has the most and finest quality courses of any city in the U.S.

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scenery, a drive along the Blue Ridge Parkway is less than two hours away. The North Carolina mountains are also home to several ski and snowboarding areas, which offer fun and challenging slopes. Adventure in the mountains continues throughout the year with whitewater rafting hitting its peak season in the spring and rock climbing, backpacking, camping and mountain biking trips possible almost year round. In addition, the Pinehurst-Southern Pines area, the golf capital of the world, is only a short two-hour trip. Steeped in tradition, the eight courses of Pinehurst proper are renowned for their quality and subtleties. Its premier course, Pinehurst No. 2, is rated as having some of the finest greens in the world.

Cuisine and Culture is Always on the Calendar

Charlotteans love to socialize and celebrate; as a result, the community calendar is full of events (charlottesgotalot.com). These include Speed Street, a huge outdoor festival held downtown in conjunction with NASCAR’s Coca-Cola 600 race. The Carolina Renaissance Festival and the Loch Norman Highland Games are hosted in nearby Huntersville. In the fall the Festival in the Park features arts, crafts, music and entertainment in a setting of full, fall colors. Cultural celebrations occur at different times throughout the year, including Greek, Italian, Indian, Native-American, Latino and Asian festivals. The Taste of Charlotte Festival each year celebrates local cuisine and attracts top celebrity chefs to the area, and the Charlotte Shout Festival also offers a celebration of the arts and culinary exploration. To receive a free brochure about North Carolina’s many exciting and diverse attractions, call 1.800.VISITNC.

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ARTS and CULTURE Charlotte-Mecklenburg’s cultural community is alive and thriving. The greater Charlotte community understands that diverse cultural offerings are key to providing a rich and stimulating quality of life, complementing overall education and contributing to Charlotte’s reputation as an outstanding city. The Arts & Science Council of Charlotte-Mecklenburg (ASC) is

rich history and heritage by exploring museums, historic plantations

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experiences, thus enhancing quality of life. In 2003, the City of Charlotte and Mecklenburg County approved ordinances that

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appropriate 1 percent of Capital Improvement Project funds for

community calendar is full of events (charlottesgotalot.com).

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The Charlotte cultural community generates $202.8 million in total

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Alive Leading WithFinancial Arts andCenter Culture CHARLOTTE-MECKLENBURG’S CULTURAL community is alive and thriving with arts, science and history. The greater Charlotte community understands that diverse cultural offerings are key to providing a rich and stimulating quality of life, complementing our children’s overall education and contributing to our reputation as an outstanding city. The Arts & Science Council of Charlotte-Mecklenburg (ASC) is committed to building appreciation, participation and support for arts and culture. The nonprofit organization serves and supports our cultural community through grant-making, planning, programs and services to ensure a vibrant community enriched with arts, science and history. ASC is poised to continue as one of the most vital United Arts Funds and Local Arts Agencies in the U.S.

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ASC’s Annual Fund Drive raises more than $8 million with the support of 26,000 individual and corporate

CHARLOTTE’S THRIVING ARTS COMMUNITY PROVIDES A RICH AND STIMULATING QUALITY OF LIFE. supporters. Additional funding is received from the City of Charlotte, Mecklenburg County, other Mecklenburg towns and the North Carolina Arts Council. As a result of the community’s support, ASC has granted more than $14 million to support artists and cultural education, neighborhood cultural products, and many arts, science and heritage organizations.

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Public Art Enhances Communities Public art plays a role in helping to personalize community history and identity, while enriching neighborhoods and community experiences, thus enhancing quality of life. Artwork includes an interactive sound installation at Bank of America’s Seventh Street Station, a walkway trolley corridor in the Charlotte Convention Center, artwork for the Time Warner Cable Arena and a nationally recognized plaza at ImaginOn. In 2003, the City of Charlotte and Mecklenburg County approved ordinances that appropriate 1 percent of Capital Improvement Project funds for public art. The ordinances ensure that artwork enhances and defines public spaces, while becoming an integral part of urban and economic development efforts. For more information about ASC, visit artsandscience. org or call 704.333.2ASC.

Something for Everyone

The Charlotte cultural community generates $202.8 million in total economic activity and supports more than 6,240 jobs. Area cultural organizations offer volunteer and social opportunities for people of all ages. Children have an array of cultural avenues in which to participate, including choir and theater as well as hands-on children’s museums. Residents and visitors can discover Charlotte’s rich history and heritage by exploring museums, historic plantations and cultural centers. For students, multiple colleges and universities offer training in the arts. Visit CharlotteCultureGuide. com to explore hundreds of local cultural events.

Cultural Organizations

Actor’s Theatre of Charlotte Actor’s Theatre of Charlotte is a contemporary, professional theatre company dedicated to producing works by new and thought-provoking playwrights. It presents a diverse and challenging array of comedy and drama. 704.342.2251. actorstheatreofcharlotte.org

Bechtler Museum of Modern Art The Bechtler museum is a jewel of a museum – only the second in the country designed by the Swiss architect Mario Botta. The art presented includes works by the most 84


important and influential artists of the mid-20th century, including Miró Giacometti, Picasso, Calder Hepworth and Andy Warhol. The museum opened in 2010. 704.353.9200. bechtler.org

Carolina Raptor Center

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Carolina Raptor Center is dedicated to environmental education and the conservation of birds of prey through public education, the rehabilitation of injured and orphaned raptors, and research. More than 23 species of raptors (eagles, hawks, owls, vultures and falcons) can be found along several nature trails. 704.875.6521. carolinaraptorcenter.org

Carolina Voices Carolina Voices is an umbrella organization supporting three distinct choral groups: MainStage Choir, Impromptu and Festival Singers. These vocal groups range from a 10-part vocal jazz ensemble to a 100-voice mixed adult choir. 704.374.1564. carolinavoices.org

Charlotte Ballet Charlotte Ballet is the oldest professional dance company in N.C. with a versatile repertoire ranging from full-length classical ballets to contemporary works. The Charlotte Ballet Academy offers classes to dance enthusiasts of all ages. 704.372.0101. charlotteballet.org

Charlotte Children’s Choir The Charlotte Children’s Choir is a broad-based community organization dedicated to choral excellence and to providing unique educational and performance opportunities to boys and girls with a goal of attaining the highest level of artistic excellence in choral music performance. 704.374.1892. charlottechildrenschoir.org

Charlotte Civic Orchestra The Charlotte Civic Orchestra provides opportunities for accomplished volunteer musicians and a diverse listening public to share artistic cultural experiences through live performances. 704.344.0098. charlottecivicorchestra.org

Charlotte Museum of History The Charlotte Museum of History consists of 36,000 square feet of exhibition space in four galleries. It is home to the American Freedom Bell and the Hezekiah Alexander Homesite, Charlotte’s oldest home dating to 1774. 704.568.1774. charlottemuseum.org

Children’s Theatre of Charlotte The Children’s Theatre of Charlotte, located in ImaginOn, specializes in professional adult theatre for youth and educational programming for ages three to 18. Productions include classics, innovative new works and issue-oriented productions. 704.973.2800. ctcharlotte.org

Clayworks Clayworks is dedicated to the promotion of ceramic arts and offers workshops, classes, community outreach, studio space and gallery sales. 704.344.0795. clayworksinc.org

Community Arts Project The Community Arts Project serves as a hub for arts enthusiasts of all ages. The organization strives to encourage creativity, expand the community’s access to a broad array of art experiences and promote the region’s local artists. 704.896.8823. thecommunityartsproject.org

Community School of the Arts Community School of the Arts provides quality arts education to all children, youth and adults, while cultivating appreciation and enjoyment of the arts. 704.377.4187. csarts.org

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The Charlotte Symphony is the area’s full-time professional symphony orchestra, performing nearly 100 concerts annually including Classics, POPS, KnightSounds, Lollipops and Summer Pops concerts in Charlotte and the outlying communities. 704.972.2000. charlottesymphony.org

Charlotte Trolley, Inc. Charlotte Trolley, Inc. is a volunteer organization dedicated to returning vintage streetcars to Charlotte. 704.375.0850. charlottetrolley.org 85


Davidson Community Players For the past 46 years, Davidson Community Players’ mission has been to engage, educate, entertain and enrich the community through live theater. While offering summer workshops and year-round classes for youth ages four to 18, it also holds multiple productions annually. 704.892.7953. davidsoncommunityplayers.org

Discovery Place One of the top hands-on science museums in the nation, Discovery Place provides ever-changing, entertaining exhibits, which foster experiences in areas ranging from life science to space exploration. More than half a million people from all over the United States visit Discovery Place, its IMAX Dome Theatre and its planetarium each year. 704.372.6261. discoveryplace.org

Harvey B. Gantt Center for African-American Arts + Culture The Gantt Center for African-American Arts + Culture serves the community through music, dance, theater, visual

decorative arts and lifestyle of the 19th century Catawba River Valley region. 704.335.0325. historicrosedale.org

Levine Museum of the New South The Levine Museum of the New South houses the nation’s most comprehensive interpretation of post-Civil War Southern society. Interactive, multi-sensory exhibits engage visitors of all ages. With vibrant, inviting spaces, the museum presents history that inspires and challenges, educates and amuses. 704.333.1887. museumofthenewsouth.org

The Light Factory Contemporary Museum of Photography and Film As one of four photography and film museums in the U.S., the Light Factory promotes the power of image and regularly presents changing solo and group exhibitions by local, regional, national and international artists. 704.333.9755. lightfactory.org

McColl Center for Visual Art McColl Center for Visual Art is dedicated to connecting art and artists to the community by providing a state-of-the-art facility, a challenging and dynamic environment, collaboration among artists and the community, bold exhibitions and strong affiliations with arts organizations worldwide. 704.332.5535. mccollcenter.org

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art, film, arts education programs, literature and community outreach. The center showcases the life experiences, struggles and talents of the African and African-American experiences. 704.547.3700. ganttcenter.org

Historic Latta Plantation Built in 1800, Latta Plantation is the last remaining Catawba River Plantation open to the public. This 52-acre farm of James Latta, a Scotch-Irish merchant, consists of the original home and smokehouse and is enhanced by outbuildings, fields, farm animals, a garden, a visitor center and interpreters in period clothing. 704.875.2312. lattaplantation.org

Historic Rosedale Plantation Constructed in 1815, Historic Rosedale Plantation is one of the finest examples of Federal period architecture in North Carolina. The plantation promotes the heritage of the southern Piedmont through the preservation, exhibition and interpretation of the

The Mint Museum of Art houses important holdings of American paintings, furniture and decorative arts; African, Pre-Columbian and Spanish Colonial art; an internationally acclaimed collection of porcelain and pottery; regional crafts; and historic costumes. The Mint Museum of Craft + Design is hailed as a leader in the field. The museum features studio craft in ceramics, glass, wood, fiber and metals from leading artists throughout the world in addition to historic crafts from the early 19th century to the modern era. 704.337.2000. mintmuseums.org

Opera Carolina Opera Carolina is North Carolina’s premiere professional opera company, presenting productions of traditional grand operas, operettas and contemporary operas starring international guest artists alongside the finest regional artists. 704.332.7177. operacarolina.org

Theatre Charlotte Theatre Charlotte is North Carolina’s oldest community theatre with a tradition dating back to 1927. It is volunteerdriven and stages five mainstage plays each season as well as innovative theatre productions and in-school classes in conjunction with Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools. 704.376.3777. theatrecharlotte.org

Wing Haven Gardens & Bird Sanctuary Wing Haven is a sanctuary for wild birds created for the enjoyment and education of the general public. The gardens, 86


circa 1927, are enclosed on all sides by brick walls and encompass more than three acres in the heart of Charlotte. 704.331.0664. winghavengardens.com

Performing Arts Facilities

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Knight Theater

Located at Levine Center for the Arts, Knight Theater is the primary venue for the North Carolina Dance Theatre and holds performances by Opera Carolina and the Charlotte Symphony as well as touring productions. The design of the 1,150 seat theater provides for artistic grandeur in an intimate setting. 704.372.1000. blumenthalcenter.org

N.C. Blumenthal Performing Arts Center The North Carolina Blumenthal Performing Arts Center is a multi-purpose arts and entertainment venue with a mission to educate and vitalize the regional community in and through the performing arts. Blumenthal Performing Arts presents the Duke Energy Broadway Lights Series, which features national touring Broadway shows, several family attractions, celebrated headliners and international artists. The center is also home to several resident arts organizations including the Charlotte Symphony, North Carolina Dance Theatre and Opera Carolina. The center houses Belk Theater, Booth Playhouse and Stage Door Theater and manages and programs Spirit Square, a venue for the performing and visual arts with two theaters (180 and 720 seats), three art galleries and a host of classroom and studio spaces. 704.372.1000. blumenthalcenter.org

Ovens Auditorium This 2,460-seat facility was built as part of a ColiseumAuditorium complex in the mid-1950s and still serves the community well. A wide variety of performances are held here including concerts, symphony concerts, opera and touring Broadway shows. 704.372.3600. ovensauditorium.com

Spirit Square This historic facility is a focal point for innovative theater productions, probing exhibits, exciting performances and wonderfully diverse educational opportunities for all ages. Three interconnected buildings house two performance theaters, three galleries, studios and various classroom spaces. The 730-seat McGlohon Theatre continues to be the pride of Spirit Square. 704.372.1000. blumenthalcenter.org

Additional Facilities Concert Facilities

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outdoor amphitheaters and pavilons seating thousands to small, intimate settings. Charlotte has something to offer for every fan, artist and season, with live music found all over the city.

NASCAR Hall of Fame The 150,000-square-foot NASCAR Hall of Fame is an interactive entertainment attraction honoring the history and heritage of NASCAR. The high-tech venue opened in 2010 and is designed to educate and entertain race fans and visitors of all ages. 704.654.4400. nascarhall.com

Education and Training in the Arts

Colleges, universities and schools located in Charlotte enrich the community’s arts environment. They provide diverse educational opportunities as well as outstanding performances in music, theater and dance. Art Institute of Charlotte 704.357.8020 artinstitutes.edu/charlotte Central Piedmont Community College 704.330.2722 cpcc.edu Davidson College 704.894.2000 davidson.edu Johnson & Wales University 866.598.2427 jwu.edu/charlotte Johnson C. Smith University 704.378.1010 jcsu.edu Queens University of Charlotte 704.337.2200 queens.edu University of North Carolina at Charlotte 704.687.2000 uncc.edu

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OVERVIEW Charlotte’s well-known pro-business environment is evident in its ability to move people and products efficiently and conveniently throughout the world. Service is available by air, rail, land and inland port. Factor in geographic location, amenable climate, convenience to major U.S. markets, the Foreign Trade Zone, the U.S. Customs and Border Protection office and the inland port, and it becomes clear that Charlotte offers advantages that make business easier to conduct and more profitable. Charlotte is the 17th-largest U.S. city with a population of 827,097, making it the biggest city within the region. Charlotte has 7.4 million people living within a 100-mile radius, which stacks up well against Atlanta (8.3 million) in a comparison

of major metro centers in the Southeast. This radius population well exceeds Miami’s 6 million and Memphis’ 2.6 million. As a result, Charlotte has emerged as a financial, distribution and transportation center for the entire urban region. North Carolina claimed the top spot in Site Selection magazine’s listing of the most competitive states for economic development in 2015. The magazine also ranked North Carolina second on the list of best business climates in North America, trailing only Georgia. The Queen City has such a pro-business environment that 291 of Fortune’s top 500 companies have placed one or more facilities within the region.

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TOP 10 REASONS TO DO BUSINESS IN

CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA:

1

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Charlotte was listed as the No. 1 Top Tech Momentum Market

4

#

2

2nd Highest Growth in Number of Small Businesses

5

#

3

#

6

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North Carolina is No. 5 on the List of Top Moving Destinations in the Country

Charlotte is the 6th Sweetest Spot for Home Ownership (Zillow, 2016)

7

(Urban Land Institute, 2015)

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No. 8 on the List of Cites Most Moved to by Millennials (Mayflower, 2016)

9

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(United Van Lines, 2016)

(WalletHub, 2016)

No. 3 on the List of Top Real Estate Markets to Watch

8

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(BBC, 2015)

(CBRE Group, 2016)

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CLT Douglas Airport is the 4th Best American Airport

7th Best City to Start a Business

Charlotte has the 9th Most Favorable Tax Structure for Businesses (KMPG, 2016)

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North Carolina is the 10th Best State for Job Growth (Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2015)

(WalletHub, 2016)

Population Comparison 650 Mile Radius POPULATION (mil.)

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CHAMBER SUPPORT FOR

COMPANIES The Charlotte Chamber is a private, nonprofit organization dedicated to the economic development of the city of Charlotte and Mecklenburg County. One of our main objectives is to attract companies to our city, and we offer our services at no charge. Our role is to confidentially support investors in all phases of their projects with the following services: •

• • • • • • • • • •

P rovide data on all aspects of local infrastructure, including highway and air connections; wages and salaries; availability and skill level of local workers; commercial real estate lease rates; and the availability of office, warehouse and manufacturing space, among other things. Develop contacts with selected managers of the many foreign-owned companies in Charlotte-Mecklenburg so that clients may form a completely independent impression of our city and county. Provide referrals to law firms that specialize in establishing foreign companies’ U.S. subsidiaries and obtaining U.S. visas for key employees. Provide contacts with tax advisers, accountants, bankers and other providers of services typically required by new U.S. subsidiaries. Identify suitable real estate options, including office space, warehouses, existing manufacturing buildings and greenfield sites, for new building construction. Conduct tours of identified real estate options. Conduct city-county tours to familiarize clients with Charlotte’s many areas: downtown, industrial zones, residential housing neighborhoods, etc. Provide referrals to local real estate firms that specialize in finding houses and apartments for relocating managers. Make introductions to regional technical schools and universities that offer customized training programs for new workers. Provide lists of manufacturers that work as subcontractors, particularly in plastics and metalworking. Provide information on financial incentive programs and develop contacts with the state and local authorities who manage such programs. 91


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INDUSTRY RESOURCES

While Charlotte is known for its banking services, the Queen City thrives because of its vibrant, balanced economy that encompasses many sectors and companies that range in size from multinational to microbusiness. That variety helps make Charlotte’s economy one of the healthiest and strongest in the nation. Diverse business interests shelter the city from problems that can result from slowdowns and other economic challenges. The solid base also facilitates exceptionally strong growth during economic upswings.

Employment and wages by industry, Mecklenburg County Industry

Establishments

Employees

Total Wages

Health Care and Social Assistance

2,903

72,824

$4,480,260,081

Retail Trade

3,565

63,257

$1,951,708,736

Finance and Insurance

2,538

56,807

$6,710,989,431

Accommodation and Food Services

2,567

56,318

$1,095,586,304

Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services

2,668

54,874

$2,190,308,840

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

5,906

50,688

$4,178,253,406

Wholesale Trade

3,041

36,885

$2,680,755,616

Educational Services

709

35,284

$1,418,865,428

Transportation and Warehousing

977

34,349

$1,925,995,541

Manufacturing

1,014

32,721

$2,270,854,433

Construction

2,634

30,559

$1,855,643,442

Management of Companies and Enterprises

380

28,615

$3,726,021,669

Information

697

22,205

$1,996,017,871

Public Administration

67

17,396

$1,013,227,496

3,078

15,389

$593,080,002

Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation

565

14,637

$670,392,123

Real Estate and Rental and Leasing

1,968

11,668

$726,736,723

Utilities

23

1,914

$200,654,773

Mining

13

212

$14,069,843

Other Services (except Public Administration)

Source: Quarterly Census of Employment and Wages, Q4 2015

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Headquarters

HEADQUARTERS Charlotte’s balanced economy is reflected in the numerous headquarters located here. Seven Fortune 500 companies have established their headquarters operations in the Charlotte region, and they span a wide variety of industries. Powerhouse institutions in the banking and energy industries, Bank of America and Duke Energy, are both headquartered in the heart of Charlotte. Retail giant Lowe’s is headquartered just outside of Charlotte in Mooresville. And manufacturers Nucor, Domtar and Sealed Air are all headquartered in the Charlotte area.

Charlotte MSA Headquartered Fortune 1000 Companies Rank

Name

Revenue ($B)

26

Bank of America

$93.1

47

Lowe’s

$59.1

115

Duke Energy

$24.0

170

Nucor

$16.4

297

Sonic

$9.6

375

Sealed Air

$7.0

489

Domtar

$5.6

612

CommScope

$3.8

624

Albemarle

$3.6

625

Resolute Forest Products

$3.6

639

Carlisle

$3.5

867

SPX Flow

$2.4

889

Coca-Cola Bottling

$2.3

903

Curtiss-Wright

$2.2

Source: Fortune Magazine 2016 Fortune 1000 List

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MAJOR INDUSTRIES HEALTH CARE With more than 72,000 employees, health care represents the region’s largest industry by employment. Leaders in the industry — including hospital giants Carolinas HealthCare System and Novant Health, along with health care providers like OrthoCarolina — have helped establish Charlotte’s reputation as an innovative health care hub. Companies like Premier, Inc., and Aramark Technology and Innovation Center help to improve and connect the health care industry across the country.

TECHNOLOGY Charlotte’s thriving technology industry is anchored by powerhouse companies with large IT departments, including Bank of America, Wells Fargo, Duke Energy, and Carolinas HealthCare System. Many information technology consulting firms, engineering firms and software developers contribute to the strength of the industry. Charlotte is also investing in technological infrastructure, as Google Fiber and AT&T are installing high speed internet across the city.

DISTRIBUTION & LOGISTICS The Queen City is strategically located along the East Coast at the center of major highways I-77 and I-85. Charlotte Douglas International Airport is one of the busiest airports in the country and ships more than 130,000 tons of cargo annually. Norfolk Southern operates a 200-acre intermodal facility capable of 200,000 lifts per year. All of these transportation assets set up an environment for success for the more than 1,000 logistics and distribution companies in the Charlotte region.

CORPORATE OPERATIONS Many major companies choose Charlotte as the destination for a variety of corporate operations. With a professional services sector more than 22 percent larger than the national average, the talent pool for all types of corporate operations runs deep. Research and Development offices are served by an educated population. More than 41.5 percent of adults hold advanced degrees. The area’s location within two hours by air and 12 hours by truck of most of the U.S. population makes Charlotte a strategic choice for sales and marketing offices serving multiple markets.

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MANUFACTURING With such a strong workforce, operation and distribution infrastructure, pro-business climate and more, it is no wonder that manufacturers increasingly choose to call Charlotte home. Since 2011, companies such as Madrona Specialty Foods, Bosch Rexroth Corporation, Karl Marbach GmbH & Company, JELD-WEN, Beardow Adams, Masterwork USA, Tropical Nut and Fruit, SCHLEICH, Kubler Group and Nutec Group have announced new jobs in the Charlotte manufacturing market. Nearly one-third of the manufacturing firms in Mecklenburg County are involved with importing or exporting goods. Manufacturing in Mecklenburg County has grown and diversified through the decades. The Charlotte area has countless firms specializing in sophisticated intelligent manufacturing, with precision metrology, optoelectronic

and biomedical technology developing alongside such traditional manufacturing as primary and fabricated metals, machinery, chemicals, plastics, electronics, transportation equipment, and food and beverages. Manufacturers come to Charlotte to tap into the skilled and productive workforce. Charlotte is home to Central Piedmont Community College, the state’s largest community college, and the University of North Carolina at Charlotte, the fourth-largest university in the 16-campus UNC system. Both offer worker-training programs, including programs that can be customized to meet employers’ needs. CPCC has multiple campus locations around Mecklenburg County and also offers companies on-site training programs.

Manufacturing Advantages: •

The 16-county Charlotte region is by far the largest manufacturing center in North Carolina, accounting for one-third of the state’s 10,300 manufacturing firms.

Nearly 4,000 manufacturing firms employ more than 140,000 workers in the Charlotte region.

The industry contributes an estimated $7 billion in payroll.

Charlotte ranks in the top 50 U.S. cities in number of industrial jobs.

In the Charlotte MSA, the average manufacturing production hourly wage is $17.05 — well below the national average of $17.41.

orth Carolina is the nation’s 10th-largest manufacturing state, but the second most productive. N For every dollar of labor cost, North Carolina’s manufacturing workers add $5.46 in value.

Union membership comprises 2.3 percent of North Carolina manufacturing employees, one of the lowest rates in the country.

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Manufacturing Productivity by State

Production Wage Comparisons

Manufacturing Employees

Productivity

Louisiana

219,526

5.96

North Carolina

396,563

5.46

Texas

758,954

4.81

Nebraska

92,109

4.79

Virginia

226,443

4.61

Indiana

465,029

Tennessee

Metropolitan Area

Wage

Atlanta

$15.74

Dallas

$15.95

Charlotte

$17.05

National Average

$17.41

4.32

Cleveland

$17.43

290,226

4.20

Columbia, SC

$17.43

West Virginia

46,966

4.17

Denver

$17.71

Georgia

334,051

4.06

Alabama

234,726

3.98

Richmond

$18.64

Missouri

242,214

3.98

Philadelphia

$19.87

South Carolina

207,021

3.90

Houston

$19.96

22,042,951

3.88

Detroit

$20.36

State

United States

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2014 Annual Survey of Manufacturers Note: Productivity is a calculation of value added divided by total payroll

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2015

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RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT Higher education is key to any city’s — and company’s — future growth. Within the Charlotte region, 25 public and private institutions offer baccalaureate degrees. Eighteen schools offer graduate degrees, including master’s degrees and doctorates, in a variety of disciplines and with flexibility to meet the schedules of today’s full-time employees. UNC Charlotte is North Carolina’s urban research university, serving the region through applied research, knowledge transfer and engaged community service. More than 28,000 students, including approximately 5,000 graduate students, are enrolled in the university’s doctoral, master’s and bachelor’s programs. The university created the Charlotte Research Institute (CRI), which focuses on applied research in intelligent energy, manufacturing and precision metrology, eBusiness technology, optoelectronics and optical communications, biosciences and biotechnology. CRI has grown to become one of the top research centers in the region and works with the community and the campus to accelerate technology commercialization and the growth

of entrepreneurial ventures. Globally, CRI develops intellectual capital through collaborations with industry, government and academia. New business and research ventures, university partnerships with regional and national enterprises, and CRI spinoff companies draw research and businesses to the region, spurring economic growth. Science and engineering ventures at CRI are driven by the internationally known results of its research centers in precision metrology, visualization and optoelectronics. CRI’s research vision continues to grow with initiatives in bioinformatics, biomedical engineering systems, energy production and infrastructure, information security, motorsports and automotive engineering, sustainability, nanoscale science and translational research. With facilities on the CRI campus and at the North Carolina Research Campus in Kannapolis, CRI helps companies initiate research and development partnerships at UNC Charlotte and offers a variety of opportunities to engage talented faculty and make use of specialized resources available at UNC Charlotte.

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INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS The increasing number of international companies is important to the Charlotte area, and CharlotteMecklenburg has seen steady and impressive growth in international business. The presence of foreign-owned firms in Mecklenburg County dates back to 1925 when Sandoz Corp. moved to Charlotte. Currently, there are more than 989 in the region, representing 46 countries and employing more than 61,000 workers. Charlotte offers a nurturing climate for regional, national and international companies of all sizes. The area’s high quality of life, reasonable cost of living, world-class arts, major league sports, and educational and advancement opportunities attract talented individuals from around the globe. Charlotte offers exceptional air service, a foreign trade zone, transparent

government and business practices, and numerous nonprofit organizations that focus on international business, foreign policy and global culture. CharlotteMecklenburg is home to the honorary consuls of Austria, Canada, France, Germany, Great Britain, Guatemala, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Mexico, Moldova, Nicaragua and Switzerland. A steady influx of new residents moving to Charlotte each year keeps the city’s business and social structure fresh and vibrant. The Queen City welcomes new leaders and encourages them to help shape and build its future. This is an easy city for making fresh starts and leaving a mark on a company or on the community. Our business community is actively engaged in steering public policy, and many of Charlotte’s top leaders come directly from the corporate sector, making Charlotte one of the most business-focused cities in the United States.

Companies with foreign parent companies, Charlotte region 2016

2005

Germany

200

169

United Kingdom

118

74

Canada

99

53

Japan

80

75

Switzerland

57

37

France

56

37

Italy

50

43

The Netherlands

50

21

China

39

8

Sweden

38

30

Ireland

20

3

Australia

18

8

India

16

4

Austria

14

5

Belgium

14

12

Denmark

11

8

Mexico

11

9

Taiwan

12

7

Other

86

51

Total

989

654

Why International Companies Choose Charlotte • •

• •

E xcellent U.S. market access from a central Atlantic coast location Large airport hub with direct international flights Pro-business local government H ighly productive workforce for manufacturing and services State-funded worker training programs Extraordinary quality of life Below-average cost of living R ich international business and cultural communities Foreign language schools Excellent universities and research programs

Source: Charlotte Chamber Foreign Firms Database

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RELOCATION RESOURCES Taxes & Fees •

• • •

Corporate Income Tax: 4.0% This rate will drop to as low as 3% in 2017 and any subsequent year when general fund revenue goals are met. This rate will drop to a flat rate of 5.499% in 2017 Property Tax: $1.2944 per $100 of assessed value in Charlotte Note: this rate varies and each city within the county levies its own rate Sales and Use Tax: 7.25% The statewide sales tax is 4.75% and Mecklenburg County levies an additional 2.5%

Additional Taxes Franchise Tax All corporations operating in the state are levied a franchise tax at the rate of $1.50 per $1,000 of the largest of three alternative bases: 1. The amount of the capital stock, surplus and undivided profits apportionable to the state. 2. Fifty-five percent of appraised value of property in the state subject to local taxation. 3. The book value of real and tangible personal property in the state less any debt outstanding that was created to acquire or improve real property in the state. Book value may be computed by use of the same depreciation methods as are permitted for federal income tax purposes. The minimum franchise tax is $35. Franchise tax and income tax are reported on the same return.

Occupation License Tax These are levied by the county and city government on a variety of businesses. These fees vary with the type of business and volume of sales. Though not a tax, most states require an insurance fee be paid on a portion of taxable wages. This fee varies with each business based on its history of unemployment claims. North Carolina requires a fee of 1.2 percent of the first $19,700 in wages paid per employee for new firms operating within the state. Existing firms are charged a rate from 0-6.84 percent of the first $19,700 in taxable wages; the average rate is 1.2 percent.

Payroll Taxes Employers are required to withhold several types of payroll taxes. The Social Security tax imposed on employers and employees is called the FICA tax, which is based on wages. Wages in excess of an annually adjusted FICA cap are excluded from the definition of FICA wages. The tax is generally imposed at the same rate on both the employee and employer. There is also a hospital insurance tax of 1.45 percent of Medicare wages imposed at the same rate on both the employer and the employee. Medicare does not have a cap and applies to almost all wages.

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INCENTIVES Job Development Investment Grant Program (JDIG) This program serves as a deal-closing incentive for large job creation projects and will rebate a negotiated portion of a company’s withholding taxes generated by the new project over a set number of years not to exceed 12 years. Projects must create a minimum of 250 new jobs and pay a minimum average annual wage of $60,000. The JDIG program also requires that the local government in the community where the project intends to locate also participate with a local grant to be determined based on the specifications of the project.

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One North Carolina Fund Grant Program (One NC) The One NC program also serves as a deal-closing incentive for large job creation prospects that may not qualify for a JDIG. It offers a specific grant amount per new job created by the project. This program also requires a matching grant amount from the local government where the project intends to locate based on the specifications of the project. Customized Workforce Training Assistance North Carolina was one of the first states to develop a customized workforce training program through its community college system. This program is regarded as one of the top in the nation in meeting the needs of new and expanding companies. Administered in Mecklenburg County by Central Piedmont Community College, the program is available to both new and expanding companies that are creating new jobs, making an appreciable capital investment, or may be deploying new technology in their facility. Eligible businesses include manufacturing, distribution centers, air courier services, customer support centers, national headquarters and technology intensive operations in the IT and life sciences sectors. Utility Rate Discounts The utility companies that service Mecklenburg County may offer discounts to new and expanding companies that add significant service to the utility’s system. Charlotte Chamber economic development project managers will work with client companies and representatives of the utility companies to determine the applicability of these programs.

Employment Recruitment and Screening Finding the best talent for a new or expanding operation is one of the important, if not the most important, tasks for a company. In Mecklenburg County, Charlotte Works provides its services at no cost to the company. Charlotte Works is a statefunded organization that will develop a list of job openings and requirements for each position with the client company. They then match applicants with job positions and refer selected individuals to the company. Charlotte Works screens the applicants based on the specific needs of the company and can also provide on-site space for interviews and employee orientation sessions. They provide on-the-job training grants and can assist companies in determining eligibility for those funds. Local Business Investment Grant Program (BIP) The BIP is designed to encourage job creation and capital investment in Mecklenburg County. Qualifying projects that meet the requirements may receive a cash grant over a specific number of years. The program also requires that the project be competitive and that the grant is a determining factor in the company choosing to locate in Mecklenburg County versus other locations outside the county. Projects locating within the BIP zone that invest a minimum of $3 million and create a minimum of 20 new full-time positions paying an average wage of $48,297 or higher may qualify for the BIP. For more information, please contact one of the Charlotte Chamber’s economic developers. Data Center Infrastructure Data centers not engaged in internet publishing that meet the minimum qualifications of the program will be exempt from sales tax on sales of electricity and data center support equipment. Data center support equipment is defined as property that is capitalized for tax purposes. Qualifying data centers must have a minimum capital investment of $75 million over five years. Co-location data centers may combine the investment of an operator with the investment of tenants.

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CHARLOTTE DOUGLAS INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT Charlotte is a significant transportation and distribution center. At its heart, Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT), home to the second-largest hub of American Airlines, offers nonstop service to more than 150 destinations. Among those cities are Dublin, Frankfurt, London, Munich, Paris, Rome, Toronto, Mexico City and several Caribbean destinations, including one of the first direct flights to Havana, Cuba. More than 700 flights leave Charlotte daily.

Charlotte serves its active business community with excellent airfreight service. In 2015, more than 135,000 tons were carried by approximately 20 cargo carriers supported by 500,000 square feet of warehouse space in the Charlotte Air Cargo Center. CLT also offers both domestic freight and international airfreight services from 70 freight forwarders, customhouse brokers and professional international service providers.

CLT is the world’s sixth-most-active airport in total operations and the nation’s ninth busiest in total passengers. The airport is less than 25 minutes from most Charlotte business parks.

General aviation is also available at CLT and is served by Wilson Air Center. Fixed base operations services include personal and corporate aircraft storage, maintenance and fueling.

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TOP CITIES SERVED BY CLT

CLT ENPLANEMENTS BY YEAR

Rank

Destination

Daily Passengers

Year

Enplanements

International

1

Atlanta

2,471

Q1 2016

5,104,544

295,091

2

New York- LaGuardia

1,789

2015

22,410,744

1,408,152

3

Dallas/Fort Worth

1,693

2014

22,109,249

1,449,282

4

Chicago-O’Hare

1,625

2013

21,703,638

1,403,343

5

Boston

1,493

2012

20,584,641

1,340,197

6

New York - Newark

1,493

2011

19,453,212

1,303,578

7

Phoenix

1,389

2010

19,096,963

1,240,684

8

Orlando

1,378

2009

17,246,594

1,089,964

2008

17,357,993

1,081,005

9

Philadelphia

1,356

2007

16,569,354

1,020,885

10

Baltimore-Washington

1,208

2006

14,829,903

988,878

Source: USDOT Bureau of Transportation Statistics, May 2015-April 2016

Source: Charlotte Douglas International Aiport Monthly Activity Reports

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CONSTRUCTION CONSTRUCTION COST COMPARISONS

The growth of Charlotte is a magnet for construction companies. Low costs, high construction activity levels, and convenient access to both materials and skilled labor provide the reasons why more than 5,355 construction firms employ 50,833 qualified workers in the metro area. In addition to the quality and variety of Charlotte’s construction companies, you will also find a wealth of additional services to design the perfect new space for your business or reconfigure current space into optimal quarters. The Charlotte area has 981 engineering and architecture firms that employ 8,337 people.

City

The R.S. Means Commercial Construction Cost Index reflects the total cost, excluding cost of land and other peripheral expenses (e.g., architectural fees), of residential and commercial construction. Many cities have seen higher costs recently, but Charlotte’s cost index is currently at 83.6 percent of the national average. Keeping construction prices low are favorable weather conditions and proximity to some of North Carolina’s major products: lumber, brick and laminates.

MECKLENBURG COUNTY 5-YEAR CONSTRUCTION SUMMARY

Index

Charlotte

83.6

Dallas

85.4

Memphis

87.3

Phoenix

88.4

Atlanta

88.6

Cincinnati

91.8

Denver

92.3

Baltimore

93.2

Washington, D.C.

98.5

Cleveland

99.3

Source: R.S. Means Commercial Construction Cost Index, 2016

Permits

Residential Value (mil.)

Non-Residential Value (mil)

Total (mil.)

2015

17,836

$1,672.00

$1,715.58

$3,387.58

2014

16,987

$1,433.87

$1,281.14

$2,715.01

2013

15,882

$1,417.72

$1,260.96

$2,678.68

2012

15,046

$1,149.42

$1,259.53

$2,408.95

2011

13,321

$762.67

$1,173.84

$1,936.51

Source: U.S. Department of Commerce Monthly Reports for Mecklenburg County

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OFFICE SPACE Charlotte’s office market has blossomed in recent years to accommodate companies looking for a pro-business city located on key transportation routes with cultural amenities, high quality of life, an attractive climate and affordable cost of living. According to Karnes Research Company, CharlotteMecklenburg has more than 556 buildings accounting for 51 million square feet of office space with an approximate 12.3 percent vacancy rate. In addition, currently proposed or under construction projects total nearly 11 million square feet of

office space. Average full-service rental rates are competitive at $26.33 for Class A and $20.85 for Class B office space. Industrial space is equally competitive with 36.5 million square feet of warehouse and 10.8 million square feet of flex space with vacancy rates of 8.4 percent and 9.7 percent, respectively. Average rental rates are $4.51 per square foot of warehouse space and $9.27 per square foot of flex space. More than 2.7 million additional square feet of industrial space is either under construction or is proposed construction.

CHARLOTTE-MECKLENBURG HISTORICAL TRENDS IN OFFICE SPACE Year (1Q)

Rentable Square Feet

Vacant Square Feet

2016

50,718,045

6,307,283

2015

49,947,552

7,014,445

2014

49,473,195

7,077,916

2013

50,146,848

8,311,246

PHOTO BY DAVID JAFFE

Source: Karnes Research Company

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PHOTOS BY DAVID JAFFE

ECONOMICAL UTILITIES Charlotte is home to Duke Energy, the nation’s largest electric power holding company. It now provides energy to more than 7 million residential, commercial and industrial customers in the U.S., using an efficient combination of nuclear, coal-fired and hydroelectric facilities. The average industrial price of 6.13 cents/kWh is below the national average of 6.97 cents/kWh, and Duke Energy has incentives for companies looking to develop or redevelop sites and add jobs. Natural gas is available from Charlotte-based Piedmont Natural Gas, owned by Duke Energy. The company serves more than 1 million residential, commercial and industrial utility customers in North Carolina, South Carolina and Tennessee, including municipalities that are wholesale customers. Charlotte receives water from the Catawba River, whose headwaters are in the Appalachian Mountains. The utility maintains hundreds of thousands of commercial and residential water connections. Fully funded by water and sewer customers, Charlotte Water is using its AAA bond rating to fuel an aggressive capital program to ensure future water and wastewater treatment capacity. There are currently three water treatment plants and five wastewater treatment plants. More than 30 companies offer telecommunications services in Charlotte, including major national and regional providers. Charlotte telecommunications offerings are diverse and up-to-date with the newest technology trends. There are thousands of miles of fiber optic cable and a wealth of wireless providers in the region. Broadband providers in Charlotte include AT&T, Spectrum and Windstream. In 2015, Google Fiber announced plans to install high-speed internet service in Charlotte and began offering service in 2016.

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SUPERIOR EDUCATION AND WORKFORCE K-12

Serving more than 146,000 students, Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools (CMS) is the 18th largest district in the nation. Student achievement test results are consistently above the national average at all grade levels. School offerings range from traditional school settings to magnet and charter schools with specialized curriculums. Private (nonpublic) schools and charter schools make up a significant part of Mecklenburg County’s educational landscape. In fact, more than 26,000 students are enrolled in 100 private schools and charter schools in the county. This growing system includes elementary, middle and high schools with various religious affiliations, as well as independent institutions.

COLLEGES & UNIVERSITIES

The Charlotte area is home to 49 colleges and universities that serve approximately 216,000 students and award almost 29,000 degrees annually. There are a wide variety of programs and degrees that students can choose from, ranging from associates’ degrees from Central Piedmont Community College to master’s and post-doctoral programs at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte.

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COLLEGES/UNIVERSITIES IN REGION Name of Institution

City

Enrollment

Type

Art Institute of Charlotte

Charlotte

1,308

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Belmont Abbey College

Belmont

1,647

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Cabarrus College of Health Sciences

Concord

451

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Carolina School of Broadcasting

Charlotte

57

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Carolinas College of Health Sciences

Charlotte

449

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Catawba College

Salisbury

1,310

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Catawba Valley Community College

Hickory

16,976

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Central Piedmont Community College

Charlotte

58,788

CC

Charlotte School of Law

Charlotte

1,410

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Shelby

10,228

CC

Rock Hill

185

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Davidson College

Davidson

1,788

C

DeVry University/Keller Graduate School of Management

Charlotte

737

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ECPI University - Charlotte

Charlotte

NA

T

ECPI University - Concord

Charlotte

NA

T

Gardner-Webb University

Boiling Springs

4,656

U

Cleveland Community College Clinton College

Gardner-Webb University at Charlotte Gaston College

Charlotte

NA

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Dallas

19,319

CC

Hood Theological Seminary

Salisbury

181

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Johnson & Wales University

Charlotte

2,325

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Johnson C. Smith University

Charlotte

1,387

U

Kaplan College

Charlotte

382

V

King’s College

Charlotte

381

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Lee University

Charlotte

103

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Lenoir-Rhyne University

Hickory

1,898

U

Livingstone College

Salisbury

1,175

C

Mercy School of Nursing

Charlotte

137

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Mitchell Community College

Statesville

10,808

CC

Montreat at Charlotte

Charlotte

C

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1,510

T

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144

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NASCAR Technical Institute New Life Theological Seminary Northeastern Technical College Northeastern University, Charlotte Pfeiffer University

Cheraw

1,153

T

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NA

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1,860

Pfeiffer University at Charlotte

Charlotte

U

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Charlotte

2,285

U

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Salisbury

20,407

CC

Southeastern Institute

Charlotte

345

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Albemarle

9,330

CC

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Charlotte

NA

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NA

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Strayer University - North Charlotte

Charlotte

NA

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Charlotte

NA

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University of North Carolina at Charlotte

Charlotte

28,000

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University of Phoenix at Charlotte

Charlotte

933

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Wake Forest University at Charlotte

Charlotte

NA

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Strayer University - Huntersville

Wingate University

Wingate

3,002

U

Winthrop University

Rock Hill

6,130

U

York Technical College

Rock Hill

5,030

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Sources: National Center for Education Statistics; North Carolina Community College System; Individual colleges and universities.

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Mecklenburg County Incentives Summary Overview State and local incentives may be available to projects that meet the requirements of several discretionary programs as well as statutory programs. Charlotte Chamber economic development staff can provide an obligation free analysis of any project to determine if the project may potentially qualify for one or more programs. Contact any member of our recruitment team for a project specific analysis. At the state level, North Carolina has both statutory and discretionary incentive programs. The discretionary programs are targeted toward larger projects with significant job creation and capital investment associated with them. These programs include the Job Development Investment Grant program and the One North Carolina Fund program. Statutory programs include North Carolina’s highly regarded customized workforce training program. The following summary covers incentives available to companies that (a) invest in Charlotte or other locations in Mecklenburg County, (b) meet individual incentive program criteria, and (c) receive formal approval from the government authorities and utility company executives who administer these programs. The incentives described below relate to nine programs: 1.) J ob Development Investment Grants from the State of North Carolina, paid as a percentage of state withholding taxes collected on new jobs created by approved projects; 2.) C ash grants from the One North Carolina Fund, a discretionary state program for projects that generate significant jobs and investment; 3.) R esearch and Development tax credits 4.) C ash grants available under the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Business Investment Program for investment in special zones or, in the case of “large economic impact” projects, anywhere in the City of Charlotte; 5.) C ash grants available from the towns of Huntersville, Cornelius, Davidson, Matthews and Mint Hill; 6.) E lectricity and natural gas rate discounts; 7.) F ree Employee Recruitment and Screening services from Charlotte Works and the North Carolina Division of Employment Security (DES). 8.) T raining support + reimbursement of training expenses under North Carolina’s Customized Training Program;

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JOB DEVELOPMENT INVESTMENT GRANTS The Job Development Investment Grant (JDIG) is a discretionary incentive that provides cash grants (in the form of annual payments up to a maximum of 12 years) to high-impact new and expanding businesses in North Carolina. An important factor in obtaining approval is that the grant be deemed necessary for the completion of the project in North Carolina. The JDIG statute authorizes grants up to 75 percent of state withholding taxes collected from eligible employees, i.e. employees who fill new jobs created by an investment project. The JDIG program is administered by the state’s Economic Investment Committee (EIC), which is comprised of the Secretary of Commerce, the Secretary of Revenue, the Director of the Office of State Budget and Management and two citizens appointed by the General Assembly. The EIC has discretion in weighing a variety of factors to award grants and to fix their amount, performance terms and length. The Economic Investment Committee is authorized to award up to 25 individual project grants in a single year, and the sum of all grant payments made by North Carolina in a given year is capped at $15 million. Given the annual 25-grant limit, the JDIG is a limited resource that is reserved for projects that create at least 250 jobs and pay a minimum average annual wage of $60,000. In Mecklenburg and other wealthy counties, 25 percent of awarded grants must be paid to a state industrial infrastructure fund for low-income counties elsewhere in the state. The JDIG application process is managed by the North Carolina Department of Commerce. Applications are reviewed and evaluated by the Economic Investment Committee, who make the ultimate approval decision. Assuming a company’s project satisfies statutory and program criteria for a grant and an award is made, payments are made in annual installments and are contingent upon (1) the company’s meeting measurable performance criteria as set out in a Community Economic Development Agreement, and (2) actual withholding taxes collected and paid to the state from new jobs generated by the project. (See North Carolina General Statute 143B – 437.50 et seq.) In order to explore the potential of the JDIG program for a specific project, it is necessary to review detailed information about the number and type of jobs being created, the salaries of those new positions, other incentives packages being offered, and the overall competitive nature of the project.

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ONE NORTH CAROLINA FUND The One North Carolina Fund was created in 1993 to recruit high value-added, knowledge-driven industries by providing financial assistance to those companies deemed by the Governor to be vital to a healthy and growing State economy. The fund currently consists of nonrecurring appropriations made by the General Assembly. Grants are available to companies that plan new expansion or new operations in the state. One North Carolina Fund grants may be used for the following purposes: • Installation or purchase of equipment • Structural repairs, improvements, or renovations of existing buildings to be used for expansion. • C onstruction of — or improvements to — new or existing water, sewer, gas or electric utility distribution lines or equipment for existing buildings. Companies are eligible for grant consideration only if they meet or exceed the average wage test of $60,000 per year — Mecklenburg County 2016). In addition, a local entity (typically, a city or county) must provide a dollar-for-dollar match of the grant. The State typically uses a $1,000-per-new-job guideline in awarding One North Carolina Fund grants. The following factors determine grant allocation: • Economic impact of project, including costs and benefits to the state. • Strategic importance of the project to the state, region or locality. • Quantity and quality of jobs. • Quality of industry and project. • Environmental impact of project. • Competition with other states for the project in question. Applications are accepted by the North Carolina Department of Commerce subject to the availability of funds. Companies whose applications are approved must create projected new jobs and meet all criteria set out in the performance agreement before grants are disbursed. Projects that are awarded a Job Development Investment Grant by the State (previous page) are typically not eligible for a grant from the One North Carolina Fund.

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RESEARCH + DEVELOPMENT TAX CREDIT North Carolina corporate taxpayers with qualified North Carolina research expenses are eligible for a tax credit based on a percentage of applicable expenses. Taxpayers may take only one of three potentially available credits (defined below) in a given tax year. The credit may be applied, at the taxpayer’s option, against either the North Carolina corporate income tax or state franchise tax. The R+D credit may not exceed 50 percent of tax liability for the year in which qualified research expenses were incurred. Unused R+D credits may be carried forward fifteen years. Taxpayers with R+D expenses incurred at or through North Carolina universities may take a credit that equals 20 percent of such expenses. Otherwise, the following categories of credits and percentages of expenses for each that may be taken as a credit: Allowable percent of R+D Expenses

Credit Category Small Business (per SBA rules)

3.25%

Low-Tier Research

3.25%

Other Research R+D expenses up to $50 Million

1.25%

R+D expenses $50 to $200 million

2.25%

R+D expenses over $200 million

3.25%

CASH GRANTS CASH GRANTS: Charlotte The City of Charlotte and County of Mecklenburg offer cash grants to qualifying companies that invest in special zones or, in the case of “large economic impact” projects, anywhere in the City of Charlotte. In general, the following categories of operations are eligible for consideration under the Business Investment Program (BIP): • Headquarters: corporate, divisional and regional • Financial, insurance and professional services* • Transportation / distribution (logistics) • Manufacturing • Emerging technologies / industries+ Law, accounting or other professional services firms that predominantly serve the Charlotte region are not eligible.

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Includes opto-electronics, alternative energy, bioinformatics, film and video production, or industries that create synergies with the Charlotte Research Institute or local colleges and universities. +

Grants are awarded at the discretion of the Charlotte City Council and the Mecklenburg County Commission. Formal approval by these bodies is required, but it is possible to pursue grant approvals without disclosing company identity to the public until the final stages of the process. Prior to submitting applications for approval, City of Charlotte staff will determine whether (1) other cities are competing for the project in question, and (2) the company’s proposed 111


relocation or expansion is realistic in view of its product and market. Company executives must also certify that completion of the project is contingent upon receiving local incentives. Following approval, grant recipients must execute a formal contract that contains “clawback” provisions if the company should leave Charlotte within five years of the last grant payment. BIP grants are based on new business property taxes and real property taxes derived by the city and county from the qualifying investment project. Grants must be “revenue positive,” i.e., they cannot exceed the value of property taxes generated. In certain cases, grant calculations may consider the value of leasehold interests in existing buildings if it can be reasonably demonstrated that the lease will cause additional investment to replace the leased space, or that the lease results in a higher value for the building. Grant recipients must consummate the qualifying investment and pay all property taxes before grants are paid. Grant payments are suspended if qualifying investment and job levels are not maintained through the term of the grant.

Investment within the BIP Zone Companies that invest within the BIP Zone are eligible if they meet the following general criteria: • Invest $3.0 million or more • C reate a minimum of 20 new jobs that pay 100 percent of the average annual wage rate for the Charlotte Metropolitan Statistical Area (MSA). • M anufacturing companies that create fewer than 20 but at least 10 jobs may be eligible if their qualifying investment is $6 million or more. Please see the map of Charlotte’s BIP Zone on the following page. Properties that lie within the following areas are eligible for grant consideration: • The BIP core area (largest blue area on map) • The Arrowood-Westinghouse industrial area (blue area in Southwest) • T ransit corridors (existing transit station mixed use areas, or areas within ¼ mile of planned or future transit stations, which are shown as yellow circles) • V acant retail “big boxes” anywhere within the City that are converted or adapted by qualifying companies in a manner consistent with adopted land use plans for the area in question In the Southwest portion of the BIP Zone (Arrowood-Westinghouse), BIP grants are available only to manufacturing or transportation / distribution operations. The 2013-14 real property and business personal property tax rate in Charlotte (city and county combined) is $1.2844 per $100 valuation. BIP grant payments are made over three years based on the following percentage of property tax paid: Year

Percent of property tax

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Large Economic Impact Projects Larger projects may be eligible for BIP grants anywhere within the City of Charlotte if they meet these general criteria: • Invest $30 million or more • Create 150 jobs that pay an average of 125 percent of the average annual wage rate for the Charlotte MSA. Within the above guidelines, however, there is flexibility to consider projects that entail higher investment but fewer jobs, or higher paying jobs and less investment. Those projects may still be considered for BIP grants. In general, these factors are considered for large economic impact grants: • • • • • • • • •

number and quality of jobs number of new jobs to be filled locally amount of investment quality of company net tax benefit to city and county primary economic impact competition from other cities demonstrated need for assistance location within the geographic BIP Zone

Guidelines for determining the amount of “large economic impact” grants are as follows:

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CASH GRANTS: Huntersville, Cornelius & Davidson The Towns of Huntersville, Cornelius and Davidson in northern Mecklenburg County have an incentive policy that permits cash grants for companies that invest in new or expanded operations within the town limits. Grants are negotiated individually with investing companies and are based on the amount of each company’s capital investment and the number of new jobs to be created. Each grant application is examined — and approved or denied — on the merits of the proposed project. No standard formula has been established for the amount of the grant. In most cases, however, companies whose projects are approved can expect to receive grants between 50 percent and 75 percent of the local property tax that will be assessed on the new investment. The grant payment period is typically five years. In addition, grants awarded by Huntersville, Cornelius and Davidson are supplemented by a grant from Mecklenburg County based on the latter’s portion of new property tax collected. The 201-15 property tax rates (per $100 valuation) for the three towns are listed in the following table: Local Rate per $100 Valuation

County Rate per $100 Valuation

Combined Rate per $100 Valuation

Cornelius

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Huntersville (2015-16)

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CASH GRANTS: Matthews The Town of Matthews has an incentive policy that provides cash grants to qualifying companies that invest in new or expanded locations within the town limits. Grants will be considered on a case-by-case basis and will be negotiated with each company individually. In determining whether a project may receive a grant from the town, the following information will be taken into account: type of facility, effect on the environment, size of the project’s capital investment, the number of jobs to be created and their wage levels, the relationship between the jobs development and total investment, potential for future expansion and increased employment, impact of the project on the town’s infrastructure, impact of the project on stimulating other development in nearby areas that the town would deem of significant benefit to the community. Grant may be made in-kind or in cash. Grants will be made in annual installments. A Basic Grant is for 75 percent of the new real and personal property tax generated over a four-year period. The minimum investment amount required is $1.5 million. A Small Business Grant is for 75 percent of the new real and personal property tax generated over a threeyear period. The minimum investment range would be $500,000 to $1.5 million.

CASH GRANTS: Mint Hill Although the Town of Mint Hill has not formally adopted an incentives policy, the Town is willing to discuss, on a case-bycase basis, investment grants similar to those offered by the City of Charlotte and the Towns of Huntersville, Cornelius and Davidson. Mint Hill grants would also be backed by Mecklenburg County, which has adopted an official policy of supporting all municipalities in the county that create investment grant programs like that of the City of Charlotte. Please contact Jeff Edge at the Charlotte Chamber with questions. He can be reached at 704.378.1307 or jedge@charlottechamber.com 115


UTILITY RATE DISCOUNTS Duke Energy Duke Energy, one of the nation’s most efficient electrical utilities, offers two rate reduction programs for qualifying economic development projects: Rider EC — Economic Development Rider EC (NC) provides billing credits that can significantly reduce a company’s power costs over the first four years of operation. The credits begin, at the customer’s discretion, up to 18 months after the initial delivery of electric service, at which point they are applied as follows: Year 1 — 20 percent discount Year 2 — 15 percent discount Year 3 — 10 percent discount Year 4 — 5 percent discount Year 5 and beyond — 0 percent discount Rider EC is available to new or expanding establishments that are billed under Duke Energy’s G, GA, I or OPT rate schedule and add a minimum of 1,000 Kilowatts (kw) of new load at one delivery point. Initiate either: 1. A capital business investment of $400,000 per 1,000 kw of load added, plus a net increase in full-time equivalent (FTE) employees, or 2. An increase of at least 75 full-time employees per 1,000 kw of new load in Duke Energy’s service area. •A gree to a minimum contract term with Duke Energy for 10 years. •M aintain a monthly average of 250 hours use of electric demand. •A re not classified as Retail Trade or Public Administration by the Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) manual published by the U.S. Government Application to take advantage of Rider EC may be requested by executing a letter of request with Duke Energy. In the letter of request, the customer must affirm that the “availability of the Rider is a factor in the customer’s decision to locate the load on the Duke system.” It is thus imperative that the letter be executed prior to any public announcement, property purchase, lease signing or any other action that may suggest a location decision was made before the request for Rider EC is submitted. Rider ER — Economic Redevelopment Rider ER provides a 50 percent discount on the purchase of electricity over the first 12 months of operation. This program is geared toward companies that choose to locate in an existing building already served by Duke Energy that has been vacant for at least six months. Projects that qualify for Rider ER must add a minimum of 500kW new demand on Duke’s system and maintain a monthly average of 300 hours use of demand. They also must either create 35 new full-time jobs or make a minimum capital investment of $200,000 and a net gain of fulltime jobs. Companies desiring to receive Rider ER must make a request in writing and receive approval before a location decision and public announcement. For both of the above mentioned Duke Energy programs, customers must file an application, receive approval from Duke before announcing their projects, and affirm that availability of the Rider was a factor in their decision to place the new load on the Duke System. For more information please contact Ms. Tammy Whaley 704.995.4084.

Other Discount Programs Electricities, EnergyUnited and Piedmont Natural Gas offer discount programs and other potential assistance on a case-by-case basis depending on the size of the project and the amount of utility usage. NC State law does not allow for discounted water rates for any customer type.

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Data center Infrastructure Data centers not engaged in internet publishing that meet the minimum qualifications of the program will be exempt from sales tax on sales of electricity and data center support equipment. Data center support equipment is defined as property that is capitalized for tax purposes. Qualifying data centers must have a minimum capital investment of $75 million over five years. Co-location data centers may combine the investment of an operator with the investment of tenants.

MOTORSPORTS INCENTIVES The lease of an engine to a professional motorsports racing team (or a related member of the team) for use in a competition in a sanctioned race series is now exempt from sales tax if the engine is furnished with an operator. Two sales tax refund provisions for motorsports entitle professional motorsports racing teams to claim refunds for half the sales tax paid to North Carolina on tangible property (other than tires or accessories) that comprise any part of a professional motorsports vehicle. The second entitles a professional motorsports racing team or sanctioning body (or a related member of either) to claim a refund of sales tax paid on aviation fuel used to travel to or from certain motorsports events. Finally, if a motorsports racing team is entitled to a sales tax refund with respect to an item of property, a service contract on that property is exempt from sales tax. This exemption has been expanded retroactive to 2014 specifically to cover transmissions, engines and rear-end gears and to cover service contracts on qualifying items purchased by related members of the racing team.

EMPLOYEE RECRUITMENT & SCREENING Charlotte Works (charlotteworks.com) and the Charlotte offices of NCWorks provide free of charge a wide range of services geared to help employers recruit and screen job candidates. Their services are especially valuable because they reduce the time and manpower an expanding company’s HR department spends in narrowing large groups of applicants down to a workable group of qualified candidates. The value of this service varies from project to project but can be conservatively estimated at $500 per new hire. New companies provide Charlotte Works a list of job openings and requirements for each position. With assistance from NCWorks and other organizations, Charlotte Works matches applicants (both those on file in the NCWorks Online database and those who respond to company-placed ads or project-specific websites) with job positions and refers selected individuals to the company by setting up interviews, sending resumes or implementing other referral procedures determined by the company and Charlotte Works. Job positions can also be posted on NCWorks Online. Charlotte Works also administers certain on-the-job (OJT) and incumbent workforce training grants and can help companies assess their eligibility for such programs. Under North Carolina law, companies that terminate any newly hired employees for poor performance within 100 days of employment can request non-charging of unemployment insurance. This applies to all new hires, not just DES referrals. North Carolina is the only state that offers this probationary period for unemployment insurance purposes. For more information, please contact the Charlotte Chamber or Charlotte Works: Natasha Warren, Director of Business Services 1401 W. Morehead St., Ste. 100, Charlotte, NC 28208 704.206.1349 117


CUSTOMIZED TRAINING This North Carolina Community College System program provides company-tailored free training support, including expense reimbursement, to support new, full-time production and service positions created in the State. Eligible companies are either (1) units of a central administrative office or (2) operations engaged in manufacturing, intensive technology, customer service or data processing, warehousing or distribution, and air courier service. Eligible trainees include (a) newly hired, full-time employees engaged in the direct production of goods and services, and (b) their firstlevel supervisors. The Customized Training Program is also available to companies that purchase new equipment and need to train existing employees in order to enhance their productivity. In Charlotte and Mecklenburg County, the Customized Training Program is administered by Central Piedmont Community College (CPCC), the largest community college in North Carolina and one of the most highly recognized schools of its type in the United States. CPCC works closely with new and expanding companies to develop training curricula specific to their individual needs. The program makes instructors available at no expense and draws on a statewide network of skilled professionals with industry-based experience in a wide range of technologies and disciplines. The Customized Training Program also recognizes that, in some cases, the most effective training is available from the company’s own trainers who use an in-house curriculum. In this instance, the program can offset the costs of instructor wages, “train the trainer” expenses, a percentage of training materials costs, and trainer travel expenses. Expense reimbursement under the program is available according to the terms of the customized training plan that qualifying companies negotiate with the North Carolina Community College System. This process, which requires that CPCC be contracted for at least some portion of the company’s training needs, is governed by pre-established rates for the cost of instructors’ time, travel and training. The per-employee value of the New and Expanding Industry Training Program varies from project to project but can be as high as $1,000 to $2,000, depending on the complexity of company technology and type of training required. For further information, please contact the Charlotte Chamber or Ms. Allison Bowers: Director, Economic Recruitment, Corporate & Continuing Education, Central Piedmont Community College PO Box 35009, Charlotte, NC 28235 704.330.4662

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JOBS &EMPLOYMENT Charlotte has a business-friendly climate

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ith its business-friendly climate, Charlotte has a wealth of opportunities for job seekers and entrepreneurs alike. Mecklenburg County’s employment number has increased by an average of more than 11,000 each year since the end of the recession. The county continues to draw and retain people, as individuals and the companies that employ them continue to move to Charlotte.

Being Your Own Boss If you’re moving an existing business to Charlotte, your first stop should be the Charlotte Chamber’s Economic Development department. The staff will help you navigate the ins and outs of business relocation. Contact them at 704.378.1300 or visit charlottechamber.com. If you’re starting from scratch, visit CharlotteBusinessResources.com, a Web portal that represents the combined effort of various government and nonprofit agencies. It includes information and links on starting, growing, relocating and financing a business in Charlotte.

Starting a Job Search Your job search should begin with the Charlotte Chamber’s Career Center Web page at charlottechamber.com/careercenter, sponsored by Carolinas HealthCare System. Take advantage of the special Charlotte Chamber membership package, which includes free admission to some network events and discounted admission to others. At the Career Center page you’ll also find a link to Charlotte Works, an innovative publicprivate partnership. Charlotte Works offers customized resources for job seekers by working closely with local employers to understand their hiring needs in rapidly growing industries

such as health care, financial services, advanced manufacturing and the energy sector. In addition to helping job seekers identify where to find local jobs, Charlotte Works also provides free workshops on topics such as LinkedIn, personal branding, resume writing, interview strategies and many others. Oneon-one resume and career coaching from

Your job search should begin with the Charlotte Chamber’s Career Center Web page at charlottechamber.com/careercenter, sponsored by Carolinas HealthCare System. local professionals in a friendly and supportive environment is also available. Job seekers will also learn about the Workforce Investment Act (WIA), which can provide funding for training in high-demand occupations to those who qualify. You can visit Charlotte Works directly at charlotteworks.com.

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The Major Employer’s Directory is a listing of all employers with 100 employees or more in the 16-county Charlotte region. Approximately 1,300 organizations are listed with contact information, including chief executive officers, chief financial officers and human resource directors. Also included are phone numbers, website addresses and industry descriptions. This directory is available in hard copy as well as in Excel database format.

Also visit the chamber’s website at charlottechamber.com to access these directories and databases that may prove helpful in your search. The Manufacturer’s Directory lists all manufacturing companies, both small and large, within the 16-county Charlotte region. Like the Major Employer’s Directory, it lists the contact information for the CEO, phone, fax, email, employment number and industry description. More than 3,000 companies are within the directory, and it is also available in database format. The Foreign Firms directory is a listing of all foreign-owned companies with operations in the 16-county region. This useful piece is

for those who have international experience or speak additional languages. More than 900 companies are listed in the updated directory. The directory is also available in database format and lists the same type of information as the Major Employer’s and Manufacturer’s directories. The New and Expanded Business Report is published every quarter and is comprised of the new or expanded companies within Mecklenburg County. These companies range from small to very large businesses. The company contact information along with employment number and investment dollars are also included when available. This is a good resource for contacting companies that have not yet physically moved to the Charlotte region but are looking for employees. The Fortune 500 list includes 291 companies with operations in the Charlotte area that have been listed in Fortune Magazine’s annual ranking of the largest companies. When you land those interviews, don’t forget to make eye contact, offer a bright smile, shake hands firmly and send a thank you note! Best of luck to you, and your fellow Charlotteans thank you in advance for your contributions to the community.

The Charlotte Chamber’s research department, the Charlotte Chamber Career Center and Charlotte Works are some of the best resources for those newly arrived Charlotteans looking for employment. Some additional employment-related resources are listed below. Charlotte Chamber charlottechamber.com/careercenter 330 South Tryon Street Charlotte, NC 28202 704.378.1300

Charlotte Works

N.C. Works ncworks.gov Division of Employment Security JobLink Career Centers (Main) 5601 Executive Center Drive, Suite 124 Charlotte, NC 28212 704.566.2870

charlotteworks.org 1401 West Morehead Street, Suite 100 Charlotte, NC 28208 704.206.1350

North Carolina Department of Commerce N.C. Workforce nccommerce.com/workforce 877.632.2447

(South Charlotte) 7140 Forest Point Boulevard, Suite A Charlotte, NC 28217 704.565.6865

Equal Employment Opportunity Commission eeoc.gov 129 West Trade Street, Suite 400 Charlotte, NC 28202 1.800.669.4000

North Carolina Department of Labor nclabor.com 1101 Mail Service Center Raleigh, NC 27699 1.800.NC.LABOR (625.2267)

Social Security Administration ssa.gov 5800 Executive Center Drive, Suite 300 Charlotte, NC 28212 1.800.772.1213, TTY 1.800.325.0778

The Employers Association employersassoc.com 3020 West Arrowood Road Charlotte, NC 28273 704.522.8011

U.S. Department of Labor dol.gov

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Resources for Older Adults: Retirement and Assisted Living in Charlotte Charlotte is well endowed with facilities that provide retirement and assisted living quarters for the elderly. Please refer to the following pages for a listing of the 94 different facilities in Mecklenburg County that provide independent living, assisted living, nursing care, memory care, and family care resources.

The following referral agencies may also be useful to note: All About Seniors Online resource and referral directory for older adults, caregivers, and healthcare professionals in the Carolinas www.allaboutseniors.org Centralina Area Agency on Aging Provides information and services for older adults and caregivers in the Greater Charlotte Region (704) 372-2416 www.centralinaaging.org Council on Aging Information resource and advocacy group for seniors (704) 391-5216 www.charmeckcoa.org Department of Social Services Provides services for older adults in Mecklenburg County (704) 336-4812 www.charmeck.org/Departments/DSS

Eldercare Locator Nationwide service of the Administration on Aging, US Department of Health and Human Services, to assist in locating information on senior services (800) 677-1116 www.eldercare.gov Just 1 Call Provides information and assistance to seniors and adults with disabilities in Mecklenburg County, and to their families and professional caregivers (704) 432-1111 www.just1call.org NCcareLINK Statewide information resource for services for older adults (800) 662-7030 www.nccarelink.gov Senior Centers Provides services and activities to older adults throughout the Charlotte Mecklenburg community (704) 522-6222 www.cmseniorcenters.org

330 South Tryon Street • P.O. Box 32785 • Charlotte, NC 28232 • Ph. 704-378-1300 • www.charlottechamber.com

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A Lot Like Home, Inc. 8117 Starnes Randall Rd., Charlotte, NC 28215 (704) 568-7656 Beds: 6 Type: F

Cardinal Glen 6602 Cardinal Glen Ct., Charlotte, NC 28269 (704) 473-5263 Beds: 3 Type: F

Aldersgate 3800 Shamrock Dr., Charlotte, NC 28215 (704) 532-7000 www.aldersgateccrc.com

Carmel Hills 2801 Carmel Rd., Charlotte, NC 28226 (704) 364-8302 Beds: 38 www.carmelhills.org

Aldersgate ­— Asbury Care Center 3800 Shamrock Dr., Charlotte, NC 28215 (704) 537-7000 Beds: 100 www.aldersgateccrc.com Aldersgate — Cuthbertson Village 3800 Shamrock Dr., Charlotte, NC 28215 (704) 537-7000 Beds: 45 www.aldersgateccrc.com Aldersgate — Parker Terrace 3800 Shamrock Dr., Charlotte, NC 28215 (704) 537-7000 Beds: 53 www.aldersgateccrc.com Atria MerryWood 3600 Park Rd., Charlotte, NC 28209 (704) 523-4949 Beds: 20 www.atriaseniorliving.com Avanté at Charlotte 4801 Randolph Rd., Charlotte, NC 28211 (704) 364-8363 Beds: 100 www.avantecenters.com Brian Center 5939 Reddman Rd., Charlotte, NC 28212 (704) 563-6862 Beds: 120 www.savaseniorcare.com Brian Center Nursing Care 2727 Shamrock Dr., Charlotte, NC 28205 (704) 563-0886 Beds: 100 www.savaseniorcare.com

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Brighton Gardens of Charlotte 6000 Park South Dr., Charlotte, NC 28210 (704) 544-2094 Beds: 125 Type: A, M www.sunriseseniorliving.com/communities/brighton-gardensof-charlotte Brookdale Place of South Charlotte 5515 Rea Rd., Charlotte, NC 28226 (704) 544-2094 Beds: 51 www.brookdaleliving.com

Type: I, A, M

Carmel Place 5512 Carmel Rd., Charlotte, NC 28226 (704) 930-0760 www.holidaytouch.com

Type: I

Type: I

Carriage Club of Charlotte 5800 Old Providence Rd., Charlotte, NC 28226 (704) 365-8551 Beds: 180 Type: I, A, N, M www.brookdaleliving.com Carrington Place 600 Fullwood Ln., Matthews, NC 28105 (704) 841-4920 Beds: 166

Type: N

Charlotte Elderly TLC 4720 Wilsham Ct., Charlotte, NC 28226 (704) 542-2814 Beds: 6

Type: F

Charlotte Health Care Center 1735 Toddville Rd., Charlotte, NC 28214 (704) 394-4001 Beds: 120

Type: N

Charlotte Manor 1003 McArthur Ave., Charlotte, NC 28206 (704) 333-4240 Beds: 40

Type: A

Charlotte Spring 4825 Spring Trace Dr., Charlotte, NC 28269 (704) 921-2488 Type: I www.firstcentrum.com Charlotte Square 5820 Carmel Rd., Charlotte, NC 28226 (704) 544-4979 Beds: 125 www.charlottequare.net Cottages, The 12920 Dorman Rd., Pineville, NC 28134 (704) 544-8889 thecottages.helenadamsrealty.com

Type: A

Type: I

Cypress of Charlotte 6920 Marching Duck Dr., Charlotte, NC 28210 (704) 714-5555 Beds: 56 Type: I, A, N, M www.thecypressofcharlotte.com

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Dorchester, The 12920 Dorman Rd., Pineville, NC 28134 (704) 544-8889 www.manorcharlotte.com

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East Towne 4815 N. Sharon Amity Rd., Charlotte, NC 28205 (704) 541-9333 Beds: 120 Type: A, M www.depaul.org Elliotte Manor (Two Homes) 10201 Connell Rd., Charlotte, NC 28227 (704) 545-1366 Beds: 12 Type: A www.lawyersglenassistedlivingcenter.com Elmcroft of Little Avenue 7745 Little Ave., Charlotte, NC 28226 (704) 541-9333 Beds: 62 www.elmcroftal.com Emeritus at Eastover 3610 Randolph Rd., Charlotte, NC 28211 (704) 366-2550 Beds: 104 www.emeritus.com Emeritus at South Park 5326 Park Rd., Charlotte, NC 28209 (704) 553-8700 Beds: 56 www.emeritus.com

Grant Adult Care Homes, Inc. 3613 Havenwood Rd., Charlotte, NC 28205 (704) 536-1686 Beds: 3 Type: F Grant Adult Care Homes, Inc. 4934 Providence Rd., Charlotte, NC 28209 (704) 442-0949 Beds: 6 Type: F

Type: A, M

Haven in the Village at Carolina Place, The 13150 Dorman Rd., Pineville, NC 28134 (704) 540-0155 Beds: 60 Type: M www.havencarolinaplace.com

Type: M

Helton Manor West 1700 Montana Dr., Charlotte, NC 28216 (704) 393-2824 Beds: 120

Type: A

Home Care for the Carolinas 4800 Hobbs Hill Dr., Charlotte, NC 28215 (704) 724-7041 Beds: 6

Type: F

Fairmarket Plaza Apartments 6427 Plaza Rd., Charlotte, NC 28215 (704) 535-2753

Type: I

Type: I

Glens at Birkdale Commons, The 15669 Birkdale Commons Pkwy., Huntersville, NC 28078 (704) 947-7635 Type: I www.theglensbirkdale.com

Golden LivingCenter — Charlotte 2616 E. 5th St., Charlotte, NC 28204 (704) 333-5165 Beds: 120 www.goldenlivingcenters.com

Grandma’s House 12001 Olympic Club Dr., Charlotte, NC 28277 (704) 814-6929 Beds: 3 Type: F

Haven in Highland Creek, The 5920 McChesney Dr., Charlotte, NC 28269 (704) 372-7892 Beds: 60 Type: M www.havenhighlandcreek.com

Type: F

Golden Age Residence 306 Nance Rd., Charlotte, NC 28214 (704) 399-2014 Beds: 4

Type: N,M

Type: A, M

Etta Love Family Care Home 1951 Dietrich Ln., Charlotte, NC 28262 (704) 509-5596 Beds: 4

Gables at Druid Hills, The 1125 Kohler Ave., Charlotte, NC 28206 (704) 376-1771 www.gablesatdruidhills.com

Golden LivingCenter — Dartmouth 300 Providence Rd., Charlotte, NC 28207 (704) 334-1671 Beds: 133 www.goldenlivingcenters.com

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Honeycreek Senior Apartments 4305 Sweethoney Cir., Charlotte, NC 28227 (704) 537-8190 Type: I www.firstcentrum.com Hunter Village 111 S. Church St., Huntersville, NC 28070 (704) 875-0859 Beds: 68

Type: A

Hunter Woods Nursing and Rehabilitation Center 620 Tom Hunter Rd., Charlotte, NC 28213 (704) 598-5136 Beds: 120 Type: N www.hunterwoodsnursing.com Huntersville Oaks 12019 Verhoeff Dr., Huntersville, NC 28078 (704) 863-1000 Beds: 168 Type: N www.carolinasmedicalcenter.org/body.cfm?id=1373

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Laurels in Highland Creek, The 6101 Clarke Creek Pkwy., Charlotte, NC 28269 (704) 947-8050 Beds: 105 Type: A www.laurelshighlandcreek.com

Montclair Apartments 8415 Hollow Glen Pl., Charlotte, NC 28226 (704) 542-7472 Beds: 40 Type: I www.westminstercompany.com

Laurels in the Village at Carolina Place, The 13180 Dorman Rd., Pineville, NC 28134 (704) 540-8007 Beds: 104 Type: A www.laurelscarolinaplace.com

Olde Knox Commons at The Villages of Mecklenburg 13825 Hunton Ln., Huntersville, NC 28078 (704) 897-2700 Beds: 114 Type: N

Lawyers Glen Retirement Center 10830 Lawyers Glen Dr., Charlotte, NC 28227 (704) 545-9555 Beds: 82 Type: A www.lawyersglenassistedlivingcenter.com Lee’s Living Center 9108 Reames Rd., Charlotte, NC 28216 (704) 597-7575 Beds: 48

Type: A

Legacy Heights Senior Living Community 11230 Ballantyne Trace Ct., Charlotte, NC 28277 (704) 544-7220 Beds: 122 Type: A, M www.legacyheightsslc.com Liberty Nursing and Rehab. Center of Mecklenburg County 3700 Shamrock Dr., Charlotte, NC 28215 (704) 940-8300 Beds: 289 Type: N www.libertyhcs.com Little Flower Assisted Living, The 8700 Lawyers Rd., Charlotte, NC 28227 (704) 545-7005 Beds: 49 www.premierseniorliving.com Lucorja Adult Care Home, Inc. 5356 Coburg Ave., Charlotte, NC 28215 (704) 563-1020 Beds: 4 www.lucorjaadultcarehome.org

Parc at Sharon Amity, The 4025 N. Sharon Amity Dr., Charlotte, NC 28205 (704) 569-9661 Beds: 64 Type: A Peak Resources — Charlotte 333 Hawthorne Ln., Charlotte, NC 28204 (704) 749-1100 Beds: 142 www.peakresourcesinc.com Pines at Davidson, The 400 Avinger Ln., Davidson, NC 28036 (704) 896-1100 Beds: 51 www.thepinesatdavidson.org

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Pineville Rehabilitation and Living Center 1010 Lakeview Dr., Pineville, NC 28134 (704) 889-2273 Beds: 106 Type: N www.pinevillerehab.com

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Polo Club at Mountain Island Lake, The 4850 Polo Gate Blvd., Charlotte, NC 28216 (704) 290-9341 Type: I poloclubatmountainisland.com

Type: F

Preston House 4910 Harris Woods Blvd., Charlotte, NC 28269 (704) 921-9279 Beds: 40 Type: M www.prestonhouse.net

Madison Saints Paradise South 2812 Beatties Ford Rd., Charlotte, NC 28216 (704) 264-0137 Beds: 92 Type: A

Radbourne Manor 3505 Oriole Pl., Charlotte, NC 28269 (704) 494-8737 Beds: 6 www.radbournemanor.com

Manor, The 12920 Dorman Rd., Pineville, NC 28134 (704) 544-8889 www.manorcharlotte.com

Regency Retirement Village 9120 Willow Ridge Dr., Charlotte, NC 28210 (704) 542-9449 Beds: 119 Type: A, M www.regencyretirement.net

Mayfield Memorial Apartments 4912 Daybreak Dr., Charlotte, NC 28269 (704) 596-6612 Beds: 60 www.westminstercompany.com

Type: I

Type: I

Mecklenburg Health Care Center 2415 Sandy Porter Rd., Charlotte, NC 28273 (704) 583-0430 Beds: 100 Type: N

Remington Place 7325 Swan Run Rd., Charlotte, NC 28226 (704) 542-7260 Beds: 6

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Type: F

Sardis Oaks 5151 Sardis Rd., Charlotte, NC 28270 (704) 365-4202 Beds: 124 Type: N www.carolinasmedicalcenter.org/body.cfm?id=2263

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Saturn Nursing and Rehabilitation Center 1930 W. Sugar Creek Rd., Charlotte, NC 28262 (704) 598-4480 Beds: 120 Type: N

University Place Nursing and Rehabilitation Center 9200 Glenwater Dr., Charlotte, NC 28262 (704) 549-0807 Beds: 207 Type: N

Senior Villages, The 1705 Queen City Dr., Charlotte, NC 28208 (800) 220-7187 theseniorvillages.com

University Square Senior Apartments 1715 Hedgelawn Dr., Charlotte, NC 28262 (704) 503-4866 Type: I www.firstcentrum.com

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Shad’s Landing 5101 Prosperity Church Rd., Charlotte, NC 28269 (704) 930-0759 Type: I www.holidaytouch.com

Unlimited Possibilities Family Care Home, LLC 5003 Tewkesbury Rd., Charlotte, NC 28269 (704) 453-6753 Beds: 6 Type: F www.upfamilycarehome.com

Shady Harbour Adult Living 908 Tom Hunter Rd., Charlotte, NC 28213 (704) 597-1088 Beds: 6

Unlimited Possibilities Family Care Home, LLC 7245 City View Dr., Charlotte, NC 28212 (704) 453-6753 Beds: 6 Type: M,F www.upfamilycarehome.com

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Sharon Manor 4703-1 N. Sharon Amity Rd., Charlotte, NC 28205 (704) 535-7028 Type: I www.beacon-nc.com/Sharon%20Manor.htm Sharon Towers 5100 Sharon Rd., Charlotte, NC 28210 (704) 553-1670 Beds: 360 www.sharontowers.org Sharon Village 4009 Craig Ave., Charlotte, NC 28222 (704) 365-2620 www.whiteoakmanor.com Slay’s Rest Home 2920 Cindy Ln., Charlotte, NC 28269 (704) 509-4244 Beds: 12 Southminster 8919 Park Rd., Charlotte, NC 28210 (704) 551-6800 Beds: 60 www.southminster.org

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Summit Place of SouthPark 2101 Runnymede Ln., Charlotte, NC 28209 (704) 525-5508 Beds: 120 Type: A, M www.summitplaceofsouthpark.com Sunrise on Providence 5114 Providence Rd., Charlotte, NC 28226 (704) 365-5252 Beds: 95 Type: A, M www.sunriseseniorliving.com/communities/sunrise-onprovidence True Care Rest Home 4410 Argyle Dr. West, Charlotte, NC 28213 (704) 900-7744 Beds: 6 Type: F

Weddington Park 2404 Plantation Center Dr., Matthews, NC 28105 (704) 847-9477 Beds: 83 Type: A www.brookdaleliving.com/weddington-park.aspx White Oak Manor 4009 Craig Ave., Charlotte, NC 28211 (704) 365-2620 Beds: 180 www.whiteoakmanor.com Willow Grove 10043 Idlewild Rd., Matthews, NC 28105 (704) 930-0757 www.holidaytouch.com Willow Ridge Assisted Living 2140 Milton Rd., Charlotte, NC 28215 (704) 563-7650 Beds: 52

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Type: A

WillowBrooke Court Skilled Care Center at Plantation Estates 701 Plantation Estates Dr., Matthews, NC 28105 (704) 845-6220 Beds: 80 Type: I,A,N www.actsretirement.org Wilora Lake Healthcare Center 6001 Wilora Lake Rd., Charlotte, NC 28212 (704) 563-2922 Beds: 70 Type: N www.brookdaleliving.com Wilora Lake Lodge 6053 Wilora Lake Rd., Charlotte, NC 28212 (704) 537-8848 Beds: 50 Type: I,A www.brookdaleliving.com **Bed Counts do not include independent living facilities except for Sharon Towers. Sources: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, 2011; Individual facilities. I: Independent Living, A: Assisted Living, N: Nursing Facility, M: Memory Care, F: Family Care Assisted Living 126


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ou’ve found a home and a job, but you don’t get to relax just yet. Here are a few of the essentials you need to know and take care of before you start enjoying your new hometown.

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Burglar Alarm Registration Charlotte Mecklenburg Police Department cmpd.org 877.893.5269

The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department requires all residential and business locations, within the city limits of Charlotte and unincorporated areas of Mecklenburg County, to register their burglar alarm systems with the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department. Failure to register may result in a $100 fine, and police will not respond to an unregistered alarm system. You’ll need to renew each year. If you live within the city limits of Matthews, Pineville, Huntersville, Mint Hill, Cornelius or Davidson, please contact the appropriate police agency to inquire about their burglar alarm registration requirements.

Driver’s License Info

Newcomers must obtain a North Carolina driver’s license within 60 days of establishing a permanent residence. You will be required to provide proof of your full name, age and social security number; proof of liability insurance coverage; and proof of residency. N.C. has a graduated licensing program for drivers age 15 to 18. Licenses for ages 18 to 65 are renewed every eight years. After age 66, licenses are renewed every five years. For a list of acceptable documentation (for proof of identity, liability coverage and residency) and DMV locations, please visit the DMV’s website or call the number above.

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Bicycling

N.C. Division of Motor Vehicles ncdot.gov/bikeped 919.715.7000 Bicycles are legally identified as vehicles in North Carolina with all the same rights and responsibilities that apply to motorists. If you’re a cyclist, be sure to download the NCDOT’s pamphlet on bicycle and pedestrian laws. You can also download Charlotte’s local biking guide at goo.gl/Loz0dw. Motorists also have responsibilities where bicyclists are concerned. For example, you must pass a bicyclist at least two feet to the left – that’s at least two feet including your passenger-side rearview mirror. You must also yield to cyclists at driveways and alleyways. Get full details from the NCDOT website.

Childcare

Childcare Resources Inc. (CCRI) childcareresourcesinc.org 704.376.6697 Childcare Resources provides a wide variety of information to help parents and families find early learning and school-age child care services.

Driving

N.C. Division of Motor Vehicles ncdot.gov/dmv 919.715.7000 Download the Driver’s Handbook from the NCDOT website at ncdot.gov/dmv/moving/ for complete information. Here are some highlights.

Auto Registration and License Plates Info

Newcomers must obtain an N.C. driver’s license before registering a vehicle. There are some situations under which you can use a driver’s license from another state. Newcomers must register motor vehicles. Vehicle registrations from other states usually remain valid for 30 days, but this time period varies depending on your prior state of residence. You must provide the title (unless the title is held by a lien holder) and a valid registration card from the state of prior registration. Fees for private passenger vehicles include a $40 title fee and a $28 license plate registration fee. Registration must be renewed annually. Vehicles must also receive an annual safety and emissions inspections that costs $13.60 and $30, respectively. Vehicles 35 years old or older are exempt from the safety inspection. 128


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Charlotte’s citywide speed limit is 35 mph unless otherwise posted. The speed limit in school zones is 25 mph. The statewide speed limit is 55 mph unless otherwise posted.

Inspection stations are usually found at service stations, car dealerships and auto repair shops.

and responsibilities. Get complete guidelines at ncdot.gov/bikeped.

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Charlotte’s citywide speed limit is 35 mph unless otherwise posted. The speed limit in school zones is 25 mph. The statewide speed limit is 55 mph unless otherwise posted. Seatbelts are mandatory for all passengers. Child-restraint devices are mandatory for children less than eight years old and lighter than 80 pounds. Children between 40 and 80 pounds can be secured with a belt-positioning booster seat. They must also sit in the back seat if the vehicle has an active passenger-side air bag and a rear seat. Children under age 16 must use a seat belt or child passenger restraint system at all times, whether in the front or back seat. Placing the shoulder belt under the child’s (or adult’s) arm or behind the back is illegal. Vehicles must stop for school buses loading or unloading. Drivers must burn their headlights when using windshield wipers. Motorcyclists must wear helmets and burn head lights at all times. Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs carries severe penalties, including imprisonment, fines and the loss of driver’s license. After a complete stop, motorists may turn right at a red light unless otherwise posted. Left turns are not permitted at red lights. While pedestrians are required to follow traffic signals at intersections, drivers must always yield the right-of-way to pedestrians. Bicycles are legally identified as vehicles in North Carolina with all the applicable rights

From preschool to postgraduate, excellence in education is a priority for the Queen City. Charlotte boasts a wealth of K-12 educational choices. The city includes Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools (CMS, one of the nation’s best urban school districts), as well as a wide variety of private schools and charter facilities. To find the very best option, new residents should spend adequate time researching all options. Educators and administrators at all schools, both public and private, are happy to speak with newcomers and answer questions about a variety of unique programs.

Public Schools

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools (CMS) cms.k12.nc.us 980.343.7450 CMS is one of the largest school districts in the country, serving more than 42,600 students in pre-kindergarten through 12th grade in 160 schools. Upon enrollment, students are assigned to a home school based on their residential addresses. And transportation to homes schools is provided by CMS. Families may also choose to enter the Magnet Schools Assignment Lottery. Magnet schools offer students an opportunity to focus on a particular theme or curriculum while receiving the N.C. Standard Course of Study. CMS offered nine magnet-school programs at schools in

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the 2013-2014 academic year: leadership and global studies; International Baccalaureate; learning immersion and talent development; military and global leadership; Montessori; science, technology, engineering and math; traditional; visual and performing arts; and language immersion. Any student can apply to any magnet program within CMS, but they must meet the program’s eligibility requirements prior to applying and must agree to fulfill program requirements to remain enrolled. Other standout programs within CMS include Advanced Placement classes, arts education, character education, English as a Second Language, exceptional children, afterschool enrichment programs, and a strong emphasis on literacy and science.

Non-Public Schools

N.C. Division of Non-Public Education ncdnpe.org 919.733.4276 N.C. Association of Independent Schools ncais.org 704.461.1812

More than 26,000 students in Mecklenburg County are enrolled in 95 private and charter schools. Information on private schools and how to select an independent school is available from the North Carolina Association of Independent Schools or the North Carolina Division of Non-Public Education. A comprehensive list of private and charter schools in Mecklenburg County is available by calling the Charlotte Chamber at 704.378.1300. For additional information on tuition and enrollment openings, contact individual schools directly.

Higher Education Whether you’re seeking an undergraduate or graduate degree, training for career advancement, or enrichment courses through continuing education, you’ll find schools to meet your needs. Besides traditional weekday programs, many institutions offer evening or weekend programs for adult students with fulltime jobs. A list of institutions of higher learning that are members of the Charlotte Chamber is available by calling 704.378.1300.

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Emergencies and Related Services Police/Fire/MEDIC Emergencies - 911 Non-emergencies - 311 Power outages - 800.power.on

All Charlotte-Mecklenburg government agencies charmeck.org 311

You can reach Animal Care and Control, Department of Social Services, Domestic Violence, Emergency Management, Fire Department, Health Department, Mental Health, Police Department and more through the 311 service.

Poison Center ncpoisoncenter.org 800.222.1222 Safe Alliance safealliance.org 704.332.9034

Safe Alliance provides hope and healing for people in crisis through a wide variety of programs and services, include rape and domestic violence crisis hotlines, services and a shelter; counseling; support groups; court advocacy; and more.

Government North Carolina ncgov.com

Crime Stoppers charlottecrimestoppers.com 704.334.1600

North Carolina government is based on the federal structure, with executive, legislative and judicial branches located in the state capital, Raleigh.

Federal Bureau of Investigation charlotte.fbi.gov 704.672.6100

Charlotte-Mecklenburg charmeck.org 311 or 704.336.7600

N.C. Highway Patrol nccrimecontrol.org 919.733.7952

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The City of Charlotte and Mecklenburg County are each governed by councils elected every two years in partisan elections – the Charlotte City Council Re E Di gis arly sc tra ou ti nt on s

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and the Mecklenburg Board of County Commissioners. The city manager is appointed by City Council and oversees day-to-day operations of the city. The city’s mayor works with City Council to establish general city policies. The county manager is appointed by the Board of County Commissioners and oversees the day-to-day operations of the county. City Council and Board of County Commissioners meetings are open to the public and televised live on Time Warner Cable channel 16. Government programs are also available online at govchannel.charmeck.org.

Two major health care systems are located in the county along with a wide range of specialists and nationally renowned teaching and research institutions. While the spectrum of medical services available to area residents has grown, the cost of health care remains below the national average. Health Care

Finding a Physician Carolinas HealthCare System carolinashealthcare.org 704.355.7500 Novant Health novanthealth.org 704.384.CARE (2273) Find a physician before someone in your family needs immediate care. Start by looking at listings offered by your health insurer. Asking neighbors, friends or co-workers if they can recommend any of the physicians, dentists or other specialists on your list will be beneficial in choosing what is right for you. If you still need help, try the Carolinas HealthCare System and Novant Health physician referral lines listed above. Or if you’re intrigued by the notion of “concierge medicine” and are able and willing to pay for it, visit signaturehealthcare.org.

Newcomers must obtain animal licenses for their dogs, cats and ferrets within 30 days of establishing residency.

Major Medical Two major health care systems are located in the county along with a wide range of specialists and nationally renowned teaching and research institutions. While the spectrum of medical services available to area residents has grown, the cost of health care remains below the national average. Carolinas HealthCare System (CHS) is the largest health care system in the Carolinas

and one of the largest public systems in the nation, second only to the VA. Its services cover the scope of health care, from primary care to trauma to long-term skilled nursing. Located near uptown Charlotte, Carolinas Medical Center (CMC) is the system’s flagship hospital. It is one of only five facilities in North Carolina designated as an Academic Medical Center Teaching Hospital and a Level I Trauma Center. The Levine Children’s Hospital is located on the CMC main campus. It offers more than 30 specialized pediatric services and state-of-the-art facilities that address the needs of patients and their families. Novant Health is a not-for-profit integrated system of 15 medical centers and a medical group consisting of approximately 1,200 physicians in 350 physician practices, as well as numerous outpatient surgery centers, medical plazas, rehabilitation programs, diagnostic imaging centers and community health outreach programs. Novant Health’s 26,000 employees and physician partners care for patients and communities in North Carolina, Virginia, South Carolina and Georgia. Presbyterian Medical Center is the flagship hospital of Novant Health in the Charlotte area. Established in 1903, it is also Charlotte’s oldest extant hospital.

Pets

Newcomers must obtain animal licenses for their dogs, cats and ferrets within 30 days of establishing residency. All dogs, cats and ferrets more than four months old must be vaccinated for rabies, and proof of vaccination is required to purchase a license. License fees are discounted for pets that have been neutered or spayed, and a discount is available for senior citizens. Pet owners must keep pets on a leash or within a fence, and dog owners are required to clean up after their pets. Make note of the Leash Law, Tethering Ordinance and more pet information at animals. cmpd.org or by calling 311.

Postal Service

Call 1.800.ASK.USPS (1.800.275.8777) or go to usps.gov to fill out a change of address form or to find the post office nearest you.

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N.C. Department of Revenue dornc.com 877.252.3052 Property Tax Real property tax rates are based on 100 percent of the fair-market value and are due on September 1 each year. Interest accrues beginning January 1. Property values are reassessed every four to eight years. The last revaluation occurred in 2011. Property located within the corporate limits of the City of Charlotte is taxed by both the city and county. The state does not levy a property tax. Property tax statements for car owners are sent out within three months of registration renewals and are due by the first day of the fourth month following renewal. Property taxes fund police protection, public transportation, parks, public schools, libraries, restaurant inspections, and health and welfare programs.

Sales Tax A 4.25 percent state tax plus a 3.0 percent local tax makes up the 7.25 percent Mecklenburg County sales tax. Prepared food purchases carry an additional 1 percent tax, and hotel room occupancy rates carry an additional 6 percent tax.

State Personal Income Tax All N.C. residents are subject to personal income taxes. The state’s individual income tax rate is based on the taxpayer’s taxable income as determined under the Internal Revenue Code.

State Corporate Income Tax North Carolina’s corporate income tax rate is 5 percent for 2015, dropping as low as 3

percent in 2017 if state revenue goals are met. The franchise tax rate is $1.50 per $1,000. Many businesses can qualify for state funded tax credits and incentives.

Transportation

Air Transportation Charlotte Douglas International Airport charlotteairport.com 704.359.4000 Our airport, recently named Best Airport by the International Air Transport Association (IATA), provides nonstop service to more than 140 destinations, including 34 international destinations, to approximately 39 million passengers a year. The Wilson Air Center serves corporate and general aviation needs. The airport offers shuttle and taxi service, public transit service, courtesy vehicle pick-up for motels, hotels and rental cars.

Ground Transportation For the most part, Charlotte was not built on a grid system, and several streets change names multiple times. A good street map is a vital tool for newcomers to the city. If you don’t have a smart phone with mobile mapping capability, a hard copy street map is available by calling the chamber at 704.378.1300.

Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS ) ridetransit.org 704.336.RIDE The Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) has an extensive transportation system in the Charlotte area. Local fare is just $2.20, while fares for express routes are $3 within the county and $4.40 to neighboring counties. Special rates are available for senior and disabled citizens. The LYNX Blue Line, Charlotte’s first lightrail transit system, extends from 7th Street in Center City Charlotte to I-485 at South Boulevard. Additional lines to Lake Norman, UNC Charlotte and the airport are planned for the future. The Gold Rush, a free shuttle service, operates within the uptown area during weekday office hours. While the entire fleet is wheelchair accessible, CATS Special Transportation Services provides additional services for those with certified disabilities.

Utility Connections

Making arrangements for utility and other services for your new home is a fairly simple process. A letter of credit or information about your former utility services may help you avoid paying deposits. 133


Electricity Duke Energy duke-energy.com 800.777.9898 ElectriCities (parts of Cornelius and Huntersville) electricities.com 704.948.0550 EnergyUnited (parts of Cornelius) energyunited.com 704.892.0278 Union Power Cooperative (serves several area counties) union-power.com 800.922.6840 Pineville Electric Company townofpineville.com 704.889.2292

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Water and Sewer Mecklenburg County 311 or 704.336.7600

Gas Piedmont Natural Gas piedmontng.com 800.752.7504 PSNC Energy (Cornelius and Davidson) psncenergy.com 877.776.2427 134


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Telephone/Internet/TV AT&T att.com 800.288.2020 Pineville Telephone Company pinevilledsl.net 704.889.2001 Time Warner Cable timewarnercable.com 877-566-4892 Windstream (Matthews) windstream.com 866.444.2841 Trash & Recycling Charlotte CURB IT! curbit.charmeck.org 311 Cornelius cornelius.org 800.235.2583

Davidson

ci.davidson.nc.us 704.393.6900

Huntersville huntersville.org 704.875.7007 Matthews matthewsnc.gov 704.847.3640 Mecklenburg County Wipe Out Waste wipeoutwaste.com 311 Mint Hill minthill.com 704.545.9726 – solid waste department 704.376.9359 – solid waste contractor Pineville Set up service through signaturewaste.com 704.714.9400

Voter Registration Mecklenburg County Board of Elections meckboe.org 704.336.2133 You must be a resident for 30 days before you can register to vote in Mecklenburg County. You can print and mail the registration form, postmarked at least 25 days before the election. You can also hand-deliver or fax the form to the board of elections no later than 5 p.m. on the 25th day before the election. If faxed, the original must be received no later than 20 days before the election. Finally, you may register to vote in person at a one-stop site in your home county during the one-stop voter registration and absentee voting period that occurs beginning the second Thursday before an election in which absentee ballots are authorized. 135


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hhh, the good life: It means something different to every one of us, but without exception, we all crave it. Whether you prefer the hustle and bustle of city life or the peace and quiet of a suburban neighborhood … an evening with the Charlotte Symphony or riding backward down the rapids at the U.S. National Whitewater Center … rooting for your kid’s soccer team or watching very large, professional athletes battle it out … Charlotte has everything you need to find your bliss. The following section offers a mere sampling of activities and resources to enjoy Charlotte’s high quality of life.

Arts & Culture

Arts & Science Council charlottecultureguide.com 704.333.2272

Art and culture lie at the heart of worldclass cities, and in Charlotte, that heart is very much alive and vibrant. Charlotteans heavily support arts and culture in the belief that its benefits overflow into business, education and the economy. A major champion for the cultural community is the Arts and Science Council of Charlotte-Mecklenburg (ASC). The ASC is a nonprofit organization that offers the community many services, including grants, events and programs. It awarded $12.5 million in grants to local arts education, cultural organizations and neighborhood cultural projects during the 2013-2014 fiscal year. The ASC provides a comprehensive, online directory of performances, ongoing events, attractions and venues at CharlotteCultureGuide. com. Start here to discover your new favorite arts and cultural organizations.

Dining & Nightlife

Charlotte has dining and nightlife choices to suit every taste. The following websites and organizations can help you plan your culinary adventures and evenings on the town.

Carolina Nightlife carolinanightlife.com

Provides information on bars, clubs and restaurants in North and South Carolina. Information is grouped by cities to make it easy to find something local.

Charlotte Regional Visitors Authority charlottesgotalot.com 800.231.4636

“The official travel resource for Charlotte” introduces visitors and new residents to overnight accommodations, area attractions, events, entertainment and more.

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Charlotte Observer charlotteobserver.com

The Charlotte Observer’s website is chock full of information from restaurant reviews to farmers markets to pick-your-own farms, recipes, meal planners and more. You can also get complete news at charlotteobserver. com or subscribe to the paper by calling 800.532.5350.

Charlotte Center City Partners charlottecentercity.org 704.332.2227

Find information on dining, nightlife and culture in Charlotte’s Center City, which includes uptown and surrounding neighborhoods.

Creative Loafing clclt.com

This weekly newspaper and 24/7 website is full of all things entertainment, from musical events to featured places for food and drink, arts, film and more. Hard copies of the newspaper are available for free in restaurants, grocery stores and other venues all over the city.

Eventful charlotte.eventful.com

Eventful is a national digital media company used by many of the local TV news stations to power their events calendars. The event calendar provides a robust listing of fun things happening in Charlotte.

Yelp yelp.com

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Charlotte is ideally positioned between the coast and the mountains. Several popular destinations in the mountains can be reached within a two or threehour drive, and the beaches near Charleston, S.C., can be reached in a little more than three hours. Below are some resources to help you plan a trip. Popular day trips include craft brewery and winery tours and hikes in the Blue Ridge Mountains. Or pack up and head out for a weekend full of golfing, walking along the beach or sightseeing with the whole family.

N.C. Division of Tourism visitnc.com 800.VISITNC S.C. Division of Tourism discoversouthcarolina.com 803.734.1700

Must-See Cities

Asheville, N.C. exploreasheville.com 828.258.6101 Charleston, S.C. charlestoncvb.com 843.853.8000 Myrtle Beach, S.C. visitmyrtlebeach.com 800.356.3016 Pinehurst, N.C. homeofgolf.com 800.346.5362

Fitness & Outdoor Recreation

Thanks to our mild climate, golf, disc or “frisbee” golf, boating, biking, tennis, hiking, running, horseback riding and other outdoor recreational activities are popular year-round activities in the Charlotte area. The area’s many gardens, parks and greenways also remain wellused throughout the year. All these possibilities make fitness not only convenient, but also fun.

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Golf

charlottesgotalot.com/golf-listings Or call 704.378.1300 for the Charlotte Chamber’s list of 80 public and semi-private courses in the area. North and South Carolina are two of the nation’s most revered golf destinations. Golf in the Carolinas includes the rolling parkland courses of the piedmont, spectacular mountain tracks and soothing beach courses. Pinehurst, with more than 30 golf courses, is just a two-hour drive and is one of the nation’s top golf destinations. You can also watch some of the PGA’s most prestigious players at the Wells Fargo Championship held at Quail Hollow in May. Quail Hollow will also host the 99th PGA Championship in 2017.

Water Recreation

Duke Energy Lake Management duke-energy.com/lakes U.S. National Whitewater Center usnwc.org 704.391.3900 The Catawba River and its system of manmade lakes provide many activities for water lovers. Located just 30 minutes north of the city, Lake Norman has 520 miles of shoreline and is the state’s largest man-made lake. Mountain Island Lake and Lake Wylie lie south of Lake Norman on the Catawba. Sailing, wind surfing, power boating and fishing are just a few of the 138


activities to be enjoyed on this water system. The Catawba River system is managed by Duke Energy. Maps to public access areas are available on the website above. The river is also home to the U.S. National Whitewater Center, which serves as training grounds for Olympic athletes as well as a busy recreation center for the public. Additional lake and river activities are available through the local and state park system.

Parks Systems Mecklenburg County Parks and Recreation parkandrec.com 311 N.C. Division of Parks and Recreation ncparks.gov 919.707.9300 National Park Service nps.gov

Meetups

meetup.com Athletic associations for children and adults organize team sports including football, basketball, baseball, softball, soccer, volleyball, swimming, tennis and rugby. To find athletic organizations, check Mecklenburg Neighbors in the Sunday edition of The Charlotte Observer. Another option is Charlotte Outdoor Adventures (CHOA), the largest, most active outdoor/sport/social organization in N.C. Activities vary widely and accommodate singles, couples and families alike. Finally, the Charlotte Disc Golf Club and the Charlotte Area Ultimate Association offer more fun than you ever thought could be had with a frisbee. Also search Meetup.com for activities that interest you in your area. You’ll find meet-ups for all sorts of outdoor fun.

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Fitness Centers

Mecklenburg County Parks and Recreation department maintains an extensive public park system and operates numerous indoor facilities, including Ray’s Splash Planet (a family-oriented water park), the Mecklenburg County Aquatic Center (MAC) in uptown Charlotte, several fitness centers, recreation centers, indoor gymnasiums, and an extensive greenway system. The N.C. Division of Parks and Recreation operates the Lake Norman State Park and Crowder’s Mountain State Park in the Charlotte area, as well as a host of other parks within easy driving distance. Our state is home to several nationally administered parks and forests, including the Blue Ridge Parkway, the Appalachian Trail, the Wright Brothers National Memorial and more. More information on public access and activities is available from the National Park Service and the U.S. Forest Service.

If you like physical activity but would rather not do it outdoors, you still have many options. The YMCA of Greater Charlotte is one of the largest YMCA facilities in the country with 19 membership facilities and more than 260,000 members, program members and others served. It offers a wide array of activities for members of all ages and can plug you into the many fitness-themed charitable events that happen annually in Charlotte. A wide variety of private fitness centers are available throughout Charlotte. For a list of fitness centers that are members of the Charlotte Chamber, call 704.378.1300 or visit charlottechamber.com.

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YMCA of Greater Charlotte ymcacharlotte.org 704.716.6200

Gardens and Other Outdoor Fun Carowinds Amusement Park carowinds.com

Charlotte Outdoor Adventures choa.com

Daniel Stowe Botanical Gardens dsbg.org

Charlotte Disc Golf Club charlottedgc.com

Latta Plantation lattaplantation.org

Charlotte Area Ultimate Association charlotteultimate.com

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Wing Haven Gardens and Bird Sanctuary winghavengardens.com

Hands On Charlotte handsoncharlotte.org 704.333.7471

Library

Foundation for the Carolinas fftc.org 704.973.4500

Public Library of Charlotte and Mecklenburg County (PLCMC) cmlibrary.org 704.416.0101 The public library operates 20 branches, including several regional libraries with advanced computer and business services with state-of-the-art technology, performance spaces, classrooms and a teen center. Most locations are equipped with Wi-Fi access.

Philanthropy Charlotte is well known for its philanthropic spirit, and newcomers often find that getting involved is a great way to meet people with similar interests. But figuring out how and where to lend your time, talent and treasures can be daunting. Here are some organizations that can help you.

United Way of Central Carolinas uwcentralcarolinas.org 704.372.7170

Religion & Spirituality Charlotte, which has more than 700 houses of worship, has been called the “City of Churches.” Religious and spiritual organizations often form the nucleus of community life for Charlotte residents and offer a variety of activities and opportunities for members of all ages. And Mecklenburg Ministries coordinates interfaith activities to build understanding and cooperation across Charlotte’s diverse spiritual community. Assistance finding a spiritual community near you may be available from one of the denominational headquarters located in the area.

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Advent Christian 704.545.6161 AME Zion 704.599.4630 Baptist 704.375.1197 Carolina Conference of Seventh-day Adventist 704.596.3200 Catholic 704.370.6299 Charlotte Presbytery Center 704.535.9999 Christian & Missionary Alliance 704.543.0470 Christian Science Church 704.334.1973 Church of God 704.364.5003 Church of the Nazarene 704.540.8300 Episcopal 800.448.8775 Greek Orthodox 704.334.4771 Hindu Center of Charlotte 704.535.3440 Islamic Society of Greater Charlotte 704.536.2016 Jewish Community Center of Charlotte 704.366.5007 Lutheran 704.372.7317 Mecklenburg Ministries 704.565.5455 Moravian 704.334.1381 Unitarian Universalist 704.549.0750 United Methodist Church 704.525.3395

Retail Therapy

Nothing quite warms the soul like buying a new outfit. And it stimulates the economy, so it counts as a good deed! Charlotte has a wide range of shopping experiences, from major shopping centers to funky boutiques tucked in alleys. You’ll have to explore the city to find the hidden gems. Below are the major retail centers.

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Birkdale Village birkdalevillage.net Birkdale Plaza Parkway, Huntersville 28078 704.895.8744 Carolina Place Mall carolinaplace.com 11025 Carolina Place Parkway, Pineville 28134 704.543.9300 Charlotte Premium Outlets premiumoutlets.com/charlotte 5404 New Fashion Way Charlotte 28278 704.523.8865 Concord Mills simon.com 8111 Concord Mills Boulevard, Concord 28027 704.979.3000 Northlake Mall shopnorthlake.com 6801 Northlake Mall Drive, Charlotte 28216 704.921.2000 SouthPark Mall simon.com 4400 Sharon Road, Charlotte 28211 704.364.4411

Retirement Resources All About Seniors allaboutseniors.org 704.366.1410

All about Seniors is a comprehensive resource and referral directory for the Greater Charlotte area. It covers more than 50 topics of seniorrelated services, organizations and agencies including adult day care, affordable housing, assisted living, elder law, government agencies, long term care options, senior associations and societies, veteran’s benefits and more. 141


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Centralina Area Agency on Aging (AAA) centralina.org 704.372.2416

Under the Centralia Council of Government, this agency covers Mecklenburg as well as eight contiguous counties with education and services to help and support older and disabled adults and their caregivers. AAA provides family caregiver resources, long term care facility resources, caregiving information, and training and employment opportunities for those aged 55 and older. It also provides educational opportunities and advocacy related to long term care for residents, caregivers and facilities.

Charlotte Mecklenburg Senior Centers Inc. cmseniorcenters.org 704.522.6222 Senior Centers provides resources for recreation, health and wellness programs, information and counseling, and employment services for seniors. Class subjects range from computers to exercise to line dancing. Local and out-of-country trips are coordinated by the centers for participants.

Just1Call just1call.org 704.432.1111 or 877.889.0323 This free, one-call resource provides information and assistance resources for seniors, adults with disabilities, and their families and caregivers. Services include information and assistance, assessment of need, referral and linkage, and advocacy.

North Carolina Division of Aging and Adult Services ncdhhs.gov/aging 919.855.3400 In support of the mission, vision and values of the N.C. Department of Health and Human

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Services (DHHS Excels), the Division of Aging and Adult Services (DAAS) works to promote independence and enhance the dignity of North Carolina’s older adults, persons with disabilities, and their families through a community-based system of opportunities, services, benefits, and protections; to ready younger generations to enjoy their later years; and to help society and government plan and prepare for the changing demographics.

Shepherd’s Center of Charlotte shepherdscharlotte.org 704.365.1995 The Shepherd’s Center strives to provide meaning and purpose for senior adults by sharing learning opportunities and social services through many faiths and the greater community.

Spectator Sports

With several professional sports teams, numerous colleges and universities with robust athletic programs, and several annual, sports-themed events, your fanaticism has plenty of outlets.

Professional Sports

Carolina Panthers (NFL) panthers.com 704.358.7000 Charlotte Checkers (ECHL) gocheckers.com 704.342.4423 Charlotte Hornets (NBA) nba.com/bobcats 704.262.2287 Knights Stadium

Charlotte Hounds (MLL) charlottehounds.com 704.206.1515 Charlotte Independence (USL) charlotteindependence.com Charlotte Knights (AAA baseball) charlotteknights.com 704.357.8071 Charlotte Motor Speedway (NASCAR) charlottemotorspeedway.com 800.455.FANS Wells Fargo Championship (PGA) wellsfargochampionship.com 800.945.0777

College Sports Belk Bowl belkbowl.com

CIAA Men’s Basketball Tournament ciaatournament.org Davidson College davidsonwildcats.com 800.768.CATS Johnson C. Smith University goldenbullsports.com 704.378.1091 Queens University of Charlotte queensathletics.com 704.337.2585 UNC Charlotte charlotte49ers.com 704.687.4949 Wingate University wingatebulldogs.com 800.755.5550 Winthrop University winthropeagles.com 803.323.2345

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Family Activities in the Charlotte Region Museums, Performing Arts & Educational Activities Bechtler Museum of Modern Art 420 S. Tryon St., Charlotte, NC 28202 704-353-9200 www.bechtler.org Billy Graham Library 4330 Westmont Dr. Charlotte, NC 28217 704-401-3200 www.billygrahamlibrary.org Blumenthal Performing Arts 130 N. Tryon St., Charlotte, NC 28202 704-372-1000 www.blumenthalarts.org Carolina Raptor Center 6000 Sample Rd. Huntersville, NC 28078 704-875-6521 www.carolinaraptorcenter.org Carolinas Aviation Museum 4672 First Flight Dr. Charlotte, NC 28208 704-997-3770 www.carolinasaviation.org Catawba Science Center 243 Third Ave. NE, Hickory, NC 28603 828-322-8169 www.catawbascience.org Charlotte Museum of History 3500 Shamrock Dr. Charlotte, NC 28215 704-568-1774 www.charlottemuseum.org Charlotte Nature Museum 1658 Sterling Rd., Charlotte, NC 28209 704-372-6261 www.charlottenaturemuseum.org

Charlotte Trolley Powerhouse Museum 1507 Camden Rd., Charlotte, NC 28203 704-375-0850 www.charlottetrolley.org

Gaston County Museum of Art & History 131 W. Main St., Dallas, NC 28034 704-922-7681 www.gastoncountymuseum.org

Charlotte Youth Ballet P.O. BOX 472937, Charlotte, NC 28247 980-322-5522 www.charlotteyouthballet.org

Harvey B. Gantt Center for AfricanAmerican Arts + Culture 551 S. Tryon St., Charlotte, NC 28202 704-547-3700 www.ganttcenter.org

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Library 20 Locations in Mecklenburg County 704-416-0100 www.cmlibrary.org Children’s Theatre of Charlotte 300 E. Seventh St., Charlotte, NC 28202 704-973-2800 www.ctcharlotte.org Culture & Heritage Museums 4621 Mount Gallant Rd. Rock Hill, SC 29732 803-329-2121 www.chmuseums.org Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden 6500 S. New Hope Rd. Belmont, NC 28012 704-825-4490 www.dsbg.org Discovery Place 301 N. Tryon St., Charlotte, NC 28202 704-372-6261 www.discoveryplace.org Discovery Place Kids 105 Gilead Rd., Huntersville, NC 28078 704-337-2672 www.discoveryplacekids.org Energy Explorium at Lake Norman 13339 Hagers Ferry Rd. Huntersville, NC 28078 980-875-5600 energy.com/visitor-centers/ energyexplorium.asp

Historic Rosedale Plantation 3427 N. Tryon St., Charlotte, NC 28206 704-335-0325 www.historicrosedale.org Historic Rural Hill 4431 Neck Rd., Huntersville, NC 28078 704-875-3113 www.ruralhill.net ImaginOn 300 E. 7th St., Charlotte, NC 28202 704-416-4600 www.imaginon.org Levine Museum of the New South 200 E. Seventh St., Charlotte, NC 28202 704-333-1887 www.museumofthenewsouth.org Light Factory, The 345 N. College St., Ste. 211, Charlotte, NC 28202 704-333-9755 www.lightfactory.org Matthews Playhouse of the Performing Arts 100 McDowell St. East, Matthews, NC 28105 704-846-8343 www.matthewsplayhouse.com

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Mint Museum Two Locations - Uptown and Randolph Rd. Charlotte, NC 704-337-2000 www.mintmuseum.org

Crowders Mountain State Park 522 Park Office Ln. Kings Mountain, NC 28086 704-853-5375 ncparks.gov/Visit/parks/crmo/main.php

Museum of the Waxhaws 8215 Waxhaw Hwy., Waxhaw, NC 28173 704-843-1832 www.museumofthewaxhaws.com

Dan Nicholas Park 6800 Bringle Ferry Rd. Salisbury, NC 28146 704-216-7803 www.dannicholas.net

N.C. Transportation Museum 411 S. Salisbury Ave., Spencer, NC 28159 704-636-2889 www.nctrans.org President James K. Polk State Historic Site 12031 Lancaster Hwy. Pineville, NC 28134 704-889-7145 www.polk.nchistoricsites.org

Huntersville Family Fitness & Aquatics 11725 Verhoeff Dr. Huntersville, NC 28078 704-766-2222 www.hffa.com Kannapolis Recreation Park Lynn St., P.O. Box 306 Kannapolis, NC 28082 704-932-9734 www.kannapolisrecreationpark.com

Schiele Museum of Natural History 1500 E. Garrison Blvd. Gastonia, NC 28054 704-866-6900 www.schielemuseum.org

Lake Norman State Park 159 Inland Seal Ln., Troutman, NC 28166 704-528-6350 ncparks.gov/Visit/parks/lano/main.php

Wing Haven Gardens & Bird Sanctuary 248 Ridgewood Ave. Charlotte, NC 28209 704-331-0664 www.winghavengardens.com

Latta Plantation Nature Center and Preserve 6211 Sample Rd., Huntersville, NC 28078 704-875-1391 www.lattaplantation.org

Parks, Greenways & Recreation/ Aquatic Centers

McDowell Nature Center and Preserve 15222 York Rd., Charlotte, NC 28278 704-588-5224 charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/ ParkandRec/StewardshipServices/ NaturePreserves/Pages/McDowell.aspx

Airport Overlook Park 7300 Old Dowd Rd. Charlotte, NC 28208 Anne Springs Close Greenway 250 Dairy Barn Ln., Fort Mill, SC 29716 803-548-7252 www.ascgreenway.org BMX Bike Track Hornet’s Nest Park, 6331 Beatties Ford Rd. Charlotte, NC 28216 704-398-2711 www.ncbmx.com Cane Creek Park 5213 Harkey Rd., Waxhaw, NC 28173 704-843-3919 www.co.union.nc.us

Mecklenburg County Aquatic Center 800 E. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Charlotte, NC 28202 704-336-3483 charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/ ParkandRec/Aquatics/Pages/Aquatic%20 Center%20Information.aspx Mecklenburg County Parks and Greenways 210 Parks in Mecklenburg County charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/ ParkandRec/Parks/Pages/default.aspx

Mecklenburg County Public Spraygrounds 5 Locations in Mecklenburg County Charlotte, NC 28269 704-432-4280 charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/ ParkandRec/Facilities/Pages/Spraygrounds. aspx Mecklenburg County Recreation Centers 27 Centers in Mecklenburg County charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/ ParkandRec/Facilities/RecreationCenters/ Pages/Default.aspx Monroe Aquatics and Fitness Center 2325 Hanover Dr., Monroe, NC 28110 704-282-4680 www.monroeaquaticsandfitnesscenter.com Morrow Mountain State Park 49104 Morrow Mountain Rd. Albemarle, NC 28001 704-982-4402 ncparks.gov/Visit/parks/momo/main.php Our Children’s Memorial Walkway 1201 W. Fourth St., Charlotte, NC 28215 704-509-6603 www.ocmw.org Reedy Creek Nature Center and Preserve 2900 Rocky River Rd. Charlotte, NC 28215 704-432-6459 charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/ ParkandRec/StewardshipServices/ NaturePreserves/Pages/Reedy.aspx Ray’s Splash Planet 215 N. Sycamore St. Charlotte, NC 28202 704-432-4729 www.charmeck.org South Mountains State Park 3001 South Mountain Park Ave., Conelly Springs, NC 28612 828-433-4772 ncparks.gov/Visit/parks/somo/main.php

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Charlotte Bobcats (NBA) 333 E. Trade St., Charlotte, NC 28202 704-262-2287 www.bobcats.com

AMF Centennial Lanes (Bowling) 4501 South Blvd., Charlotte, NC 28209 704-527-0333 www.amf.com/centenniallanes

Charlotte Checkers (AHL Hockey) 210 E. Trade St., Ste. E-480 Charlotte, NC 28202 704-342-4423 www.gocheckers.com

AMF University Lanes (Bowling) 5900 N. Tryon St., Charlotte, NC 28213 805-596-4736 www.amf.com/universitylanesnc

Charlotte Copperheads (PLL Lacrosse) 2700 E. Independence Blvd. Charlotte, NC 28205 704-906-1777 www.charlottecopperheads.com Charlotte Hounds (MLL - Lacrosse) 210 E. Trade St., Ste. E482 Charlotte, NC 28202 704-980-2999 www.charlottehounds.com Charlotte Motor Speedway 5555 Concord Pkwy. S Concord, NC 28027 704-455-3204 www.charlottemotorspeedway.com Charlotte Soccer Academy 901 Sam Newell Rd., Ste. E Matthews, NC 28105 704-847-2562 www.charlottesocceracademy.com Hendrick Motorsports Museum & Team Store 4400 Papa Joe Hendrick Blvd. Charlotte, NC 28262 877-467-4890 www.hendrickmotorsports.com Knights Baseball 2280 Deerfield Dr., Fort Mill, SC 29715 704-357-8071 www.milb.com/index.jsp?sid=t494

Other Activities AMF Carolina Lanes (Bowling) 11210 Brigman Rd. Matthews, NC 28105 704-841-7606 www.amf.com/carolinalanes

Kate’s Skating Indian Trail 14500 Independence Blvd. Indian Trail, NC 28079 704-821-7465 www.katesindiantrail.com Kate’s Skating Rinks 2 Locations in Gastonia, Gastonia, NC 704-864-7007 www.katesonline.com

Belmont Drive-In Movie Theater 314 McAdenville Rd. Belmont, NC 28012 704-825-6044 www.belmontdrivein.us

Kidz Play Here 8440 Pit Stop Ct., Concord, NC 28027 704-625-7913 www.kidzplayhere.com

Bird Brain Ostrich Ranch Inc. 6691 Little Mountain Rd. Sherrills Ford, NC 28673 704-483-1620 www.birdbranranch.com

Laser Quest 10403 Park Rd., Ste. J Pineville, NC 28210 704-567-6707 www.laserquest.com

BounceU 10624 Metromont Pkwy., Ste. 300 Charlotte, NC 28269 704-921-8771 www.bounceu.com

Lazy 5 Ranch 15100 Mooresville Rd. Mooresville, NC 28115 704-663-5100 www.lazy5ranch.com

Carowinds 14523 Carowinds Blvd. Charlotte, NC 28273 704-588-2600 www.carowinds.com

Monkey Joes Multiple Locations www.monkeyjoes.com

Cold Blooded Encounters 3513 W. Hwy. 74, Ste. B Monroe, NC 28110 704-649-6296 www.coldbloodedencounters.com Extreme Ice Center 4705 Indian Trail-Fairview Rd. Indian Trail, NC 28079 704-882-1830 www.xicenter.com Great Wolf Lodge 10175 Weddington Rd. Concord, NC 28027 704-549-8206 www.greatwolf.com Hiddenite Gems, Inc. 484 Emerald Hollow Mine Dr. Hiddenite, NC 28636 866-600-4367 www.hiddenitegems.com

N.C. Music Hall of Fame 109 West A St., Kannapolis, NC 28081 704-934-2320 www.northcarolinamusichalloffame.org NASCAR Hall of Fame 400 E. Martin Luther King Blvd. Charlotte, NC 28202 704-654-4400 www.nascarhall.com Northcross Lanes At The Lake (Bowling) 16317 Statesville Rd. Huntersville, NC 28078 704-892-7177 northcrosslanes.com/nc Park Lanes (Bowling) 1700 Montford Dr., Charlotte, NC 28209 704-523-7633 www.rollten.com

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Pineville Ice House Ice Skating 400 Towne Centre Blvd. Pineville, NC 28134 704-889-9000 www.pinevilleice.com Pit Indoor Kart Racing, The 346 E. Plaza Dr., Mooresville, NC 28115 704-799-3471 www.meetatthepit.com Plaza Fiesta Carolinas - Indoor Playground 3700 Avenue of the Carolinas Fort Mill, SC 29708 803-548-5888 www.plazefiestacarolinas.com Purple Planet 3-D Mini Golf 6325 W. Wilkinson Blvd. Belmont, NC 28012 704-277-2459 www.purpleplanetminigolf.com Reed Gold Mine 9621 Reed Mine Rd., Midland, NC 28107 704-721-4653 www.nchistoricsites.org/reed/reed.htm

Sports Connection 4 Locations in Charlotte area 704-583-1444 www.sportsconnectionnc.com

N.C. Zoo 4401 Zoo Pkwy., Asheboro, NC 27205 800-488-0444 www.nczoo.org

Starlight Roller Rink 1318 Cornwell St., Shelby, NC 28152 704-480-7555 www.starlightrollerrink.com

Riverbanks Zoo 500 Wildlife Pkwy., Columbia, SC 29210 803-779-8717 www.riverbanks.org

U.S. National Whitewater Center 5000 Whitewater Center Pkwy. Charlotte, NC 28214 704-391-3900 www.usnwc.org

Tiger World 4400 Cook Rd., Rockwell, NC 28138 704-279-6363 www.tigerworld.us

Victory Lane Indoor Karting Center 2330 Tipton Dr., Ste. 100 Charlotte, NC 28206 704-377-9740 www.victorylanekarting.com

Wet’n Wild Emerald Pointe Water Park 3910 S. Holden Rd. Greensboro, NC 27406 800-555-5900 www.emeraldpointe.com

Zootastic Park of Lake Norman 448 Pilch Rd., Troutman, NC 28166 888-966-0069 www.zootasticpark.com

Outside the Charlotte Area

Romp n’Roll 4200 Main St., Ste. 100 Harrisburg, NC 28075 704-455-2623 www.rompnroll.com/harrisburgnc

Biltmore Estate, The 1 Approach Rd., Asheville, NC 28803 828-225-1333 www.biltmore.com

Sky High Sports 601 N. Polk, Pineville, NC 28134 704-889-5867 cha.jumpskyhigh.com

Carolina Adventure World 1515 Wilburn Rd., Winnsboro, SC 29180 803-482-3534 www.carolinaadventureworld.net

Space Kidets 1641 Matthews Township Pkwy. Matthews, NC 28105 704-321-0059 www.spacekidets.com

Hollywild Animal Park 2325 Hampton Rd., Wellford, SC 29385 864-472-2038 www.hollywild.com

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IMPORTANT PHONE NUMBERS City of Charlotte City of Charlotte Housing Authority……………………………………………. 704-336-5183 City CATS Bus and Transit Information…….………………………………. 704-336-7433 City Community Relations ……………………………………..……….…… 704-336-2424 City Manager/ Mayor’s Office………………………………………………… 704-336-2241 City Code Enforcement …………………………………………………. Call 311 Housing, graffiti, zoning, non-residential building code, health & sanitation, signage violations that occur M-F 8am-5pm (violations that occur at night and on the weekends are forwarded to CMPD by Code Enforcement/311)

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Zoning Administration ………………………… 704-353-1132 Charlotte Department of Transportation (CDOT)……………………. 704-336-4119 or 311 Traffic management, parades and road races, pothole repair, right-of-way hazards, speed humps, bicycle program, block closings, road signs, beer and wine permits, school zones, high accident locations, street lights, urban street design, pedestrian program, wheel locks and towing

PARK IT …………………………………..……….

704-375-3177, FAX..704-375-5392

Onstreet parking, metered parking spaces

City Community & Commerce Division………………………………………

Call 311

Business corridor & neighborhood revitalization, quality of life, energy resources, development and training

City Housing Services………………………………………………………….

Call 311

Affordable housing, rehabilitation, homeowner assistance, emergency housing, homeless assistance

City Solid Waste Services…………………………………………………….

Call 311

collection of: bulky items, garbage, recycling and yard waste, dead animal collection

Mecklenburg County Solid Waste Services ………………………………… 980-314-3866 Charlotte Planning Department……………………………………………. 704-336-2205 Annexation, public improvements, flood plains and watershed, land use, neighborhood organization, rezoning, transportation planning, urban design and development

City Small Business INClusion

………………………….

704-336-3380

Contracting opportunities, certification and seminars, corridor revitalization

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Storm Water Services………………..

Call 311

Inspection for drainage problems, resolution of flooding problems, cleaning and repairing drainpipes, catch basins and culverts, repairing sinkholes, mapping and managing development of floodplains, preserving natural stream channels and floodplain function

Charlotte Water – Water and Sewer

………………………. 704-336-7600

Conservation and management, water treatment facilities, laboratory services and testing

Dispute Settlement Program………………………….……………………….. 704-336-2903 Mediation for: Landlord / Tenant relations; Truancy, Self-referral, Magistrate complaints

Mecklenburg County ABC Board………3333 N. Tryon Street…704-731-5900……………fax. 704-333-6313 Board of Elections………………………………………………………............ 704-336-2133 MEDIC – Reception………………………………………………………….. 704-943-6000 Parks and Recreation………………………………………………………….. 704-336-3854 Public Library ……………………………………………………………………. 704-416-0101 Register of Deeds……………………………………………………………......704-336-2443

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General Court Information ……………………………………………………704 686-0400 Clerk of Superior Court Office Administration …………………………….. 704 686-0100 Juvenile Court …………………………………………………………………. 704-686-0620 Jury Service ……………….…………………………………………….. 704 686-0195 Civil Small Claims …………………………….………………………… 704 686-0520 Small Claims Filing Information …………………………………………….. 704 686-0560 Traffic Citations/Criminal Court………………………………………………… 704 686-0600 Family Court…………………………………………………………………… 704-686-0200 Court Case Flow Management……………………………………………….. 704-686-0185 District Attorney’s Office …………………………………………….704-686-0700 Sheriff’s Office …… (Irwin Carmichael)……………………………………… 704 336-8100 Public Information Office (Anjanette Grube)……………………………….

980-314-5170

Charlotte Fire Department Headquarters 704-336-4147 Fire Prevention…………………………………………………………………. 704-336-2101 Media and Public Affairs Office ……………………………………………… 704-336-2094 Recruiting ……………………………………………………………….. 704-336-2979 Or email cfdrecruiting@charlottenc.gov Domestic Violence and Victim Assistance Safe Alliance (victim compensation, rape crisis & DV counseling)………. 704-332-9034 NC SAVAN / VINE (victim notification of arrestee’s release)…………. 1-877-627-2826 Domestic Violence Victim Hotline ………………………………..….. 1-800-799-7233 Rape Crisis Assistance (24-hrs)……………………………………………… 704-375-9900 Domestic Violence Shelter (open 24 hrs. counseling, referrals and housing)…… 704-332-2513 Protective Order Information Line………………………………………………704-336-7666 Mecklenburg County Community Support Services … … … … … … … 704-336-3210 Programa Confianza (Battered Latina Program) … … … … … … … … 704-432-6970 Child Services (CARE & HERO) … … … … … … … … … … … … … 704-336-3210 NOVA (New Options for Violent Actions) … … … … … … … … … … 704-336-4344 (batterers’ education program; educational groups; Spanish and English groups)

Domestic Violence Speakers Bureau (DVSB.Charmeck.org) … … …. 704-432-1568 Drug or Alcohol Dependency/ Medical Intervention Alcoholics Anonymous………………………………………………………….1-877-233-6853 Al-Anon/Alateen…………………………………………704-523-1159/877-523-1159 toll-free CMC-Behavioral Health Center ……………………… 704-444-2400/800-418-2065 toll-free (substance abuse and mental health services)

Chemical Dependency Ctr. Char-Meck (Anuvia)……………………………..704-376-7447 Narcotics Anonymous ………………………………………………………. 980-200-7349 Suicide Prevention Lifeline………………………………………. 1-800-273-TALK (8255) Assistance and Need Services Child Support Enforcement…………………………………………………….. 704-432-9300 Crisis Assistance Ministries … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … 704-371-3001 (financial counseling, assistance with food, shelter, and clothing)

Health Department (Child Abuse)……………………………………………… 704-336-8818 (Public Information Line)……………………………………… 704-336-4667 Mecklenburg County Bar Lawyer Referral Services ……………………….. 704-375-0120 Legal Aid of North Carolina – Charlotte Office … … … … … … … … … 704-971-2621 (legal assistance in civil matters for low-income persons) Legal Services of Southern Piedmont … … … … … … … … … … … … 704-376-1600 (legal assistance in civil matters for low-income persons) Spanish……… 1-800-247-1931 Social Services … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … 704-336-3000 (for public assistance with food and medical needs)

United Way Agencies (24 hour line) ……………………………….. 211 or 1-888-892-1162 Just 1 Call ……… information and assistance for seniors and adults with disabilities.. 704-432-1111

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Foreign Language (Immigrant) Resources Latin American Coalition ………………………………………….. Carolina Refugee Resettlement ………………………………………. The International House ……………………………………………… Legal Aid of North Carolina’s Battered Immigrant Project…………… Legal Services of Southern Piedmont Immigrant Justice Program … Mexican Consulate in Raleigh …………………………………………

704-531-3848 704-535-8803 704-405-0962 866-204-7612 704-376-1600 1-877-639-4835

Juvenile Services / Intervention Juvenile Crime Prevention Council…………………………………………. 704-336-7662 CMPD Youth Crime …………………………..……………………………… 704-336-2780 CMPD Youth Diversion Program …………………………………………… 704-574-3186 CMPD Domestic Violence Unit ……………………………………………… 704-336-2811 Child Protective Services (reporting child abuse or neglect)………........ 704-336- CARE (2273) DJJDP (Dept. of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention) …… 704-330-4338 (refer parents here for runaways and undisciplined youths for assistance)

State Agencies Alcoholic Beverage Commission……704-333-6313 (fax)….704-731-5900, 704-731-5830 Alcoholic Law Enforcement (District VI)…………………………..…………. 704-454-5264 Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) Customer Service……….…... 1-919-715-7000 Driver's License ……704-547-5786, 704-527-2562, 704-547-5787, 704-392-3266 Tags ……………………………… 704-399-8306, 704-525-3832, 704-535-2525 Enforcement…….……………………………………..…………….….. 704-547-5777 Probation/Parole aka Community Corrections………………………… 704-342-6836 State Bureau of Investigations........……….………………….……………. 704-454-5264 (toll free crime tips)………….…….. 1-800-334-3000 State Highway Patrol 8446 N Tryon St………………………………. 704-331-3300 Social Services (DSS) ………………. 704-336-3000 or 704-336-CARE or 704-336-2273 U.S. Government Agencies: U.S. Department of Homeland Security…....citizen line…..operator…. 1-202-282-8000 U. S. Immigration Customer Service……………………………….. 1-800-375-5283 U.S. Marshall…............................................................................................ 704-350-8000 U.S. Secret Service……………………………………………………………. 704-442-8370 Internal Revenue Service…………....................................704-548-4100,1-800-829-1040 Federal Bureau of Investigations … ................................................ 704-672-6100 Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (Charlotte)............. 704-716-1830 Drug Enforcement Administration…....…..................................................... 704-770-2050 FDA - food safety questions ………………………. 1-888-SAFEFOOD (1-888-723-3366) Duke Energy Customer Service ……………………………………….. Piedmont Natural Gas Customer Service……………………………..

1-800-452-2777 1-800-752-7504

Report Dog Fighting (HUMANE SOCIETY - UNITED STATES)……….. 1-877-TIP-HSUS or 704-377-0534 OR CALL 311

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools Police Department.....................980-343-6030 Office of the Chief (Randy Hagler) …………………………………….

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Elected Officials

NC Governor Roy Cooper Office of the Governor 20301 Mail Service Center Raleigh, NC 27699-0301 Phone: (919) 814-2000 Governor.office@nc.gov United States Senator Richard Burr 217 Russell Senate Office Building Washington, DC 20510 202-224-3154 www.burr.senate.gov United States Senator Thom Tillis G55 Dirksen Senate Office Building Washington, DC 20510 202-224-6342 www.tillis.senate.gov US House of Representatives District 8 Richard Hudson 429 Cannon House Office Building Washington, DC 20515 Phone: 202-225-3715 or (Concord office) 704-786-1612 hudson@mail.house.gov US House of Representatives District 9 Robert Pittenger 224 Cannon House Office Building Washington, DC 20515 Phone: 202-225-1976 or (Charlotte Office) 704-362-1060 pittenger@mail.house.gov US House of Representatives District 10 Patrick McHenry 2334 Rayburn House Office Building Washington, DC 20515 202-225-2576 or (Gastonia Office) 828-327-6100 http://mchenry.house.gov US House of Representatives District 12 Alma Adams 222 Cannon House Office Building Washington DC 20515 202-225-1510 or (Charlotte Office) 704-344-9950 http://adams.house.gov

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Charlotte City Council Charlotte Mayor Jennifer Roberts Phone: 704-336-2241 E-mail: mayor@charlottenc.gov Mayor Pro Tem Vi Lyles Phone: 704-336-3431 Email: vilyles@charlottenc.gov

Terms expire December 2017 Office of the Mayor Charlotte City Council 600 East 4th Street Charlotte, NC 28202-2244

At-Large Council Member Claire Green Fallon Phone: 704-336-6105 E-mail: cfallon@charlottenc.gov At-Large Council Member Julie Eiselt Phone 704-336-4099 E-Mail: julie.eiselt@charlottenc.gov At-Large Council Member James Mitchell Phone: 704-509-6141 E-mail: James.Mitchell@charlottenc.gov District 1 Representative Patsy Kinsey Phone: 704-336-3432 Email: pkinsey@charlottenc.gov District 2 Representative Al Austin Phone: 704-336-3185 E-mail:aaustin@charlottenc.gov District 3 Representative LaWana Mayfield Phone: 704-336-3435 Email: lmayfield@charlottenc.gov District 4 Representative Gregory A. Phipps Phone: 704-336-3436 E-mail: gaphipps@charlottenc.gov District 5 Representative John N. Autry Phone: 704-336-2777 E-Mail: jautry@charlottenc.gov District 6 Representative Kenny Smith Phone: 704-574-7241 E-mail: krsmith@charlottenc.gov

City Manager Marcus D. Jones Charlotte-Mecklenburg Government Center 600 East Fourth Street Charlotte, North Carolina 28202 704-336-2241 (Phone) 704-336-6644 (Fax) Email: marcus.jones@charlottenc.gov

District 7 Representative Edmund H. Driggs Phone: 704-4327-7077 Email: ed@eddriggs.com

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Board of County Commissioners Chair, Commissioner Ella Scarborough, AtLarge Phone: 980-314-2879 Fax: 704.336.5887 E-mail: Ella.Scarborough@mecklenburgcountync.gov

Terms Expire December 2018 Mecklenburg County Commissioners/Manager’s Office 600 East 4th Street Charlotte, NC 28202

Commissioner Pat Cotham, At-Large Phone: 704.336-2472 Fax: 704.336.5887 E-mail: Pat.Cotham@mecklenburgcountync.gov Commissioner Trevor Fuller, At-Large Phone: 704.336.2472 Fax: 704.336.5887 E-mail: Trevor.Fuller@mecklenburgcountync.gov Vice-Chair, Commissioner Jim Puckett – District 1 Phone: 980-314-2876 Fax: 704.336.5887 E-mail: Jim.Puckett@mecklenburgcountync.gov Commissioner Vilma Leake – District 2 Phone: 704.336.2472 Fax: 704.336.5887 E-mail: Vilma.Leake@mecklenburgcountync.gov Commissioner George Dunlap – District 3 Phone: 704.336.2472 Fax: 704.336.5887 Email: George.Dunlap@mecklenburgcountync.gov Commissioner Dumont Clarke – District 4 Phone: 704.336.2472 Fax: 704.336.5887 E-mail: DumontClarke@mvalaw.com Commissioner Matthew Ridenhour – District 5 Phone: 704.336.2472 Fax: 704.336.5887 E-mail: Matthew.Ridenhour@mecklenburgcountync.gov Commissioner Bill James – District 6 Phone: 704.336.2472 Fax: 704.336.5887 E-mail: Wjames@carolina.rr.com County Manager Dena Diorio Phone: 980-314-2900 Contact: Chris Peek Deputy County Manager/Chief of Staff E-mail: Rossana.Seitter@mecklenburgcountync.gov CMPD R&P

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CONTACTING POLICE CHIEF OF POLICE, KERR PUTNEY...........…..….……………………….. 704-336-2337 INTERNAL AFFAIRS BUREAU ………………………………….…………….…..

704-336-2336

 DIVISION OFFICES SOUTH DIVISION 8050 Corporate Center Drive, Suite 100, 28226……..Sgt. Office

704-544-4835

PROVIDENCE DIVISION 715 N W endover Road…...Sgt. Office…………………….. Office

704-336-2878

HICKORY GROVE DIVISON 5727-A N. Sharon Amity Road………………………….….. Office

704-336-3192

INDEPENDENCE DIVISION 9315 #G Monroe Road……………………………………… Office

704-336-2890

WESTOVER DIVISION 2550 W est Blvd................................... Sgt. Office...........

704-432-2442

STEELE CREEK DIVISION 2227 W estinghouse Blvd……………………………………..… 704-336-7800, 7806, 7866

CENTRAL DIVISION 119 E. Seventh St. Suite 2B ........…….Sgt. Office.........…

704-336-5729

3505 Central Avenue...............………..Sgt. Office...................

704-336-8536

EASTWAY DIVISION

UNIVERSITY CITY DIVISION 8401-120 University Executive Park Drive, 28262………..…

704-432-3900, 3964

NORTH TRYON DIVISION 4045-B North Tryon Street, 28206 (Sugar Crk. Serv. Center)…..

704-336-8398 or 8397

METRO DIVISION 1118 Beatties Ford Road.........…………..Sgt. Office…....……………

704-336-8300

FREEDOM DIVISION 4150 W ilkinson Blvd …………………………………………….……. WILKINSON BOULEVARD SERVICE CENTER 4150 WILKINSON BLVD..............................Information......................

704-398-6795 704-398-6700

NORTH DIVISION 10430 Suite-R Harris Oaks Blvd….....Office...……………..… 704-432-3801, -3802, -3803 AIRPORT LAW ENFORCEMENT … 1750 Shopton Road…………….. Sgt. Office …………… 704-359-4018

Homicide Cold Case Hotline ……………………………………….… 704-336-2358 Homicide Tip Line ……………………………………………………… 704-432-8477 Vice and Narcotics Tip Line………………………………………………….. 704-336-8423 Vice and Narcotics Spanish T ip Line ………………………………… 704-432-1521 Major Crash Investigation Unit………………………… 704-336-3229 Crime Stoppers Tip Line ………………………………………………….. 704-334-1600 Or text TIP372 plus message to CRIMES (274637) Animal Care and Control … 8315 Byrum Drive  Customer Service Line… dial 311, to make complaints & service requests, such as: loose dogs, aggressive animals, dog fighting, animal traps, and adoption questions (For dead animal removal, please contact Solid Waste Services at 704-336-4304)

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Academy 1770 Shopton Road, Charlotte, N. C. 28217…Receptionist………

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CMPD Website The CMPD website at CMPD.org incorporates many crime-fighting and community safety tools. a) Filing a crime report i. Go to the CMPD.org website and click on “Report a Crime” to determine if you can file online or if you should dial 311. b) To retrieve a car crash (accident) or crime report, follow the link for Crime Reports or Crash Reports at CMPD.org. i. Victims of crime will be able to get a free copy of their crime report by entering both the complaint number and their name. There is a $5.00 fee charged for receiving online Crash (accident) reports. This service is provided under contract with CMPD by PoliceReports.US. ii. Due to the nature of a particular crime, certain reports will only be available in person, including sexual assaults, domestic violence, suicides and vice and narcotics cases. iii. These and all other public reports can be obtained from CMPD’s Records Division at the following locations: CMPD Headquarters at 601 East Trade Street; the West Service Area at 4150 Wilkinson Blvd; or any Division Office. iv. You may also call our Records Division at 704-336-2839 to pick reports up in person. c) Crime mapping service (click on the link “Locate Crime Areas”) i. Search crime numbers around a specific address or street ii. Narrow search by crime types, dates or agencies d) All requirements for our Police Academy are listed on our website under “Recruiting the Best”, or you may call (toll-free) 1-877-525-6145 or (local) 704-432-1603 to talk to a recruiter. e) Directives: All of our directives, policies and procedures are posted on our website under CMPD e-Policing Resources. f) To register a rental property, click on the Rental Property Ordinance link; this will take you to the rental property section. In the rental property section, please select https://rentalregistration.charlottenc.gov and this will allow you to access the application for registration. g) To register your house or business alarm, i. Click on “alarm registration/permit” under the Community Policing section. ii. This will take you to the alarm registration page. iii. The alarm section of the website is loaded with educational information regarding alarm systems and alarm registration. h) Other items under our Community Policing and E-Policing Resources sections: i. employ an off-duty officer, ii. traffic accident locations, iii. local ordinances of interest, iv. file an officer complaint. v. commend an officer, i) Information about Charlotte and the CMPD can be found under “Our Organization” and “Our Response Areas”. j) Safety tips, information about CrimeStoppers, Homeland Security, Neighborhood Watch and our ride along program are among several valuable topics found under “For Your Safety”. k) Our Newsroom contains current and archived news about the CMPD. l) Our Fallen Officers memorial page can be found by clicking on the link at the bottom of the first page. m) Also posted on the CMPD website are our “cold cases” and “missing persons” cases. CMPD R&P

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QUESTIONS ABOUT THE CHARLOTTE-MECKLENBURG POLICE DEPARTMENT 1) Internships - To inquire about internships, contact the Volunteer/Citizen on Patrol Liaison: 704-353-0302. 2) Noise permits - To get a noise permit, please call CMPD’s Field Services Unit at 704-432-0428. 3) Immigration status and the 287g Federal program a) CMPD provides police services to everyone in this community regardless of their immigration status. There are several reasons why this policy makes sense. These reasons include: i) Victims of a crime will not report to the police if they believe they will be arrested or deported because they are without appropriate documentation. ii) CMPD officers do not have the authority to enforce immigration laws concerning an undocumented immigrant if the only violation is being in the country without appropriate documentation. The authority to enforce immigration laws rests with federal law enforcement agents and not with CMPD b) Chief Putney fully supports the Mecklenburg County Sheriff Office’s participation in the federal program, 287g. Additional information is available on the Immigration and Customs Enforcement web site (www.ice.gov/). c) Immigration is a priority issue nationally and the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department will continue to provide appropriate support to those who have the authority to enforce federal law while we focus on reducing crime and increasing safety in our community. d) CMPD does not keep statistics on undocumented immigrants because immigration status is not checked until a suspect is in the hands of the Mecklenburg County Sheriff at the jail. Our officers do not have the ability to check citizenship status. Please contact the Sheriff's Office to see if they have any helpful statistics: 704-336-2543; or contact US Immigration: 704-6726990. 4) Background checks Local Arrest Histories are not provided by the CharlotteMecklenburg Police Department. a) All requests for arrest history information are handled by the Clerk of Court at 832 E. Fourth Street where a fee of $25.00 is charged for the search, to be paid with cash, certified checks, or money order. No personal checks are accepted. A request may be sent by mail. Call 704-686-0400 to hear details.

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5) 311 a) Citizens should contact 311 directly for: i) Animal Control Calls ii) Graffiti Calls iii) Parking Violations, Loitering (no criminal activity) iv) Truancy v) Noise/Fireworks vi) Cable/Utility Threat vii) Juvenile Complaints (no criminal activity) viii)Abandoned Vehicles ix) Homeless Person (no criminal activity) b) 311 can also transfer the caller to the CMPD’s Non-Emergency Police Services, who will file a report for lost property if those items might be used to steal a victim’s identity. c) If you are calling from outside of Mecklenburg County, dial 704-336-7600 6) 911 recordings: To request a recording of a 911 call, please go to CMPD.org where you will find a link to the request form. a) Include as much information as possible on the request: i) Complaint number ii) Time call was made iii) Date call was made iv) Reason for the request v) Include the number the 911 call was placed from if available vi) Your contact information including your email address vii) If you are an attorney please indicate whom you represent b) The CMPD only keeps recordings for 90 days. i) For calls older than 90 days the Records Division at 704-336-2839 may be able to provide information on what the caller told the 911 operator ii) Unless you are the caller or attorney of record, any personal information will be edited out. c) Once the request has been submitted and the recording is completed, you will be provided the recording by email. 7) ID Theft: If you think your identity has been stolen: a) File a report with the jurisdiction where the crime occurred. b) If the offense occurred in Mecklenburg County, or the jurisdiction where the crime occurred will not take a report AND you live in Mecklenburg County, call the Charlotte Mecklenburg Police Department at 311 to file a police report. c) OR, you can file a financial identity fraud report online. d) Check your credit report online for free at www.annualcreditreport.com. e) Ask that a fraud alert be placed on your file if you discover accounts or inquiries that you did not initiate. f) Contact the affected creditors as soon as possible and keep detailed notes.

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g) Advise them of the fraudulent use of your information and request that they send you a fraud dispute form. h) Most creditors will accept the FTC fraud affidavit found at http://www.consumer.ftc.gov/articles/pdf-0094-identity-theft-affidavit.pdf i) File a complaint with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC). The FTC maintains a database that law enforcement can use to assist with their investigations. (http://www.consumer.ftc.gov/) 8)

Noisy neighbors a) Our Nuisance Abatement Officer is Pat Barker. To report noisy neighbors, call 9-1-1. b) If you call as soon as the problem starts, by the time the officer arrives, he/she may be able to hear the violation and handle it to his/her discretion. c) If you’re concerned about your neighbors finding out that you called, you can ask that your name not be given out and make sure to tell the dispatcher that you do not want the police to come to your door. d) If you have any more questions, please contact Ms. Barker either via e-mail (pbarker@cmpd.org) or her office phone (704-432-3844).

9) Suspicious persons or vehicles: The CMPD encourages you to call 9-1-1 anytime you feel that a suspicious person may be “casing” an area. That way, an officer can respond and speak to the person to determine if they are there legitimately. a) Please describe the suspicious person and vehicle, if possible, to the 9-1-1 operator so officers can locate him/her when they arrive. b) To report a non-emergency “suspicious vehicle” that is unoccupied, dial 3-1-1 and be prepared to give any pertinent information to the operator; such as the tag number, make, model, color, bumper stickers, cracked windows, etc.; and the location of the car. A police officer will then come to the scene and run the tag. c) If the vehicle has been used in a crime or is stolen, the CMPD will tow the vehicle. If not, your Homeowner’s Association, Business or Apartment Management will have to call a towing service to have the vehicle removed. d) Tell the operator that you would like to speak to an officer when he/she arrives to discuss your options.

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WHEN TO CONTACT THE MECKLENBURG COUNTY SHERIFF 1) Fingerprints a. The CMPD Explorers often fingerprint children for crime kits at special events and fairs. Please contact the Explorers’ Office at 704-432-0432. b. For adult fingerprinting for a job application or similar form (there is a $10 charge), please contact the Mecklenburg County Sheriff’s Office Permits Bureau Office at 704-336-3665.

2) Inmates and warrant checks a. The Mecklenburg County Sheriff’s Office maintains the website where photographs of arrested suspects are displayed. Please visit http://www.charmeck.org/Departments/MCSO/Home.htm b. You may then search for arrested persons under “arrest” and “inmate” inquiry. The Mecklenburg County Sheriff’s office website also has a link to allow searching for active warrants and mug shots.

3) Firearm permits and registration - To obtain information on registering a firearm or concealed carry permits, please contact the Mecklenburg County Sheriff’s Office Permits Bureau Office at 704-336-3665.

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LOCAL LAW ENFORCEMENT: Cornelius Police Department 21440 Catawba Ave Office: 704-892-1363 PO Box 399 Cornelius, NC 28092 www.cornelius.org/189/Police-Department Davidson Police Department 216 Main Street Office 704-892-5131 PO box 579 Davidson, NC 28036 www.ci.davidson.nc.us/126/Police-Department Huntersville Police Department 9630 Julian Clark Ave Office 704-464-5400 Huntersville, NC 28078 www.huntersville.org/Departments/Police.aspx Matthews Police Department 1201 Crews Road Office 704-847-4069 Matthews, NC 28105 www.matthewsnc.gov/pview.aspx?id=20737&catid=567 Mint Hill Police Department 4430 Mint Hill Village Lane Office 704-545-1085 Mint Hill, NC 28227 minthill.com/police_department.php?Police-Department-1 Pineville Police Department 427 Main Street Office 704-889-2231 Pineville, NC 28134 www.pinevillenc.gov/Departments/Police/tabid/132/Default.aspx UNC Charlotte – Police & Public Safety 9151 Cameron Blvd Office 704-687-8300 Charlotte, NC 28223 http://police.uncc.edu/ CPCC Security http://police.uncc.edu

Non-emergency 704-330-6632

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools Police Department 700 E Stonewall St, Ste 700 Office 980-343-6030 Charlotte, NC 28202 http://www.cms.k12.nc.us/cmsdepartments/safety/SchoolLawold/Pages/About%20Us.aspx

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Gaston County Law Enforcement Gastonia Police Department 200 East Long Avenue, Office 704-866-6702 Gastonia, NC 28052 http://www.cityofgastonia.com/police-main Gaston County Sheriff’s Department 425 Martin Luther King Jr Way Office 704-869-6800 Gastonia, NC 28053 http://gastongov.com/departments/sheriff Gaston County Police Department 420 West Franklin Blvd Office 704-866-3320 Gastonia, NC 28053 http://gastongov.com/departments/police Mount Holly Police Department 400 E Central Ave. Office 704-827-4343 Mount Holly, NC 28120 http://www.mtholly.us/police_department.php?Police-Department-1 Cramerton Police Department 155 N Main Street Cramerton, NC 28032 http://cramertonpd.org/

Office 704-824-7964

Union County Law Enforcement Monroe Police Department 218 Franklin Street Monroe, NC 28112 http://police.monroenc.org/

Office 704-282-4700

Stallings Police Department 315 Stallings Road Office 704-821-0300 Stallings, NC 28104 http://www.stallingsnc.org/police_department.php?Police-Department-1 Waxhaw Police Department 3620 Providence Road South Office 704-843-0353 Waxhaw, NC 28173 http://www.waxhaw.com/index.aspx?nid=127 Wingate Police Department 4114 Hwy 74 East Office 704-233-1697 Wingate, NC 28174 http://www.townofwingatenc.gov/departments/police/ CMPD R&P

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Union County Sheriff’s Office 3344 Presson Road Office 704-283-3789 Monroe, NC 28112 http://www.co.union.nc.us/PublicSafety/SheriffsOffice.aspx Cabarrus County Law Enforcement Concord Police Department PO Box 308 41 Cabarrus Ave W Concord, NC 28026 http://www.concordnc.gov/Police

Office 704-920-5000

Kannapolis Police Department 401 Laureate Way, Office 704-920-4000 Kannapolis, NC 28081 http://www.kannapolisnc.gov/GovernmentDepartments/Police/tabid/125/Default.aspx Cabarrus County Sheriff’s Office PO Box 525 Office 704-920-3000 Concord, NC 28026 https://www.cabarruscounty.us/government/departments/sheriff/Pages/default.aspx OTHER POLICE AGENCIES AMTRAK Police Or text to APD11 (or call 9-1-1) https://police.amtrak.com/

800-331-0008

Rowan County Sheriff’s Office 232 North Main Street Office 704-216-8700 Salisbury, NC 28144 http://www.rowancountync.gov/GOVERNMENT/Departments/Sheriff/tabid/150/Default.aspx

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Overview Each day, more than 180,000 individuals drive to work in Mecklenburg County from outlying communities. These commuters amount to 36 percent of the total Mecklenburg workforce. Research has shown that the typical worker prefers to have a commute time of less than 30 minutes for optimization of the workday. For this reason, we have chosen the largest and most popular work areas of the city and commissioned the University of North Carolina at Charlotte to develop drive time studies of these areas. The following maps indicate the 15-minute and 30-minute drive times for these areas. For the commuter, this will provide information on areas of the community where one can live and work for minimum commute time. For the employer, it will provide significant information on the labor pool available from specific sites within the community. For example, the total populations for these 16 different areas (30-minute commute zones) range from 621,000 to nearly 1.2 million people. This can be an important factor in a relocation decision.

It is important to note these geographies have not been created by a computer model. These are actual drive times at peak traffic flow. Natalie Dick Vice President, Communications and Research Charlotte Chamber 704.378.1354 ndick@charlottechamber.com Paul Hendershot Director, Research 704.378.1327 phendershot@charlottechamber.com Madeline Caryl Director, Research Publications 704.378.4108 mcaryl@charlottechamber.com

Photography by PatrickSchneiderPhoto.com

330 S. Tryon St., Charlotte, NC 28202 704.378.1300 | twitter.com/cltecondev charlottechamber.com

Copyright 2015 by Charlotte Chamber of Commerce. All rights reserved. No part of the publication may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying, recording or by any information storage or retrieval system, without permission in writing from the Charlotte Chamber. The information in this publication is carefully gathered and compiled in such a way as to ensure maximum accuracy. The Charlotte Chamber cannot, and does not, guarantee either the correctness of all information furnished them nor the complete absence of errors and omissions. Hence, responsibility for same neither can be, nor is, assumed.

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Travel Time Starting Sites Mecklenburg County and Surrounding Region IREDELL 77

NC

21

Sites

Hickory Conover Newton 10

CATAWBA 27

40

Maiden

Salisbury 150 16

150

74

73

321

MECKLENBURG

3

Gastonia

16 15

Belmont

12

GASTON 14

13

77 York

49

73

24 27

CABARRUS

2

Charlotte

1

9

11

7

STANLY

Mint Hill 8 Matthews

10

742 601

74

485

521

200

74

Wadesboro

75

ANSON

UNION

YORK

74 52

601

200

321

52

218

Monroe

161

Rock Hill

Albemarle

601

6

51

5

49

Concord

29

27 Mount Holly

Shelby

N.C. CLEVELAND S.C.

Kannapolis 4

150

85

52

ROWAN

5

Lincolnton

Kings Mountain

85

152

Mooresville 115

LINCOLN 18

601

70

64 70

Area of Detail

SC

64

Statesville

N.C. S.C.

Lancaster

1 - Central Charlotte, Trade & Tryon 2 - I-77 at I-85, intersection 3 - W. T. Harris Blvd, Exit 18 on I-77 4 - Huntersville, Exit 23 on I-77 5 - Davidson, Exit 30 on I-77 6 - University Research Park, Harris Blvd at I-85 7 - Mint Hill, Albermarle Rd at I-485 8 - Crown Point, Sardis Rd at Independence Blvd 9 - South Park, Sharon Rd at Fairview Rd 10 - Ballantyne, Johnston Rd at I-485 South 11 - I-485 at I-77 South, interchange 12 - Billy Graham Pkwy, Tyvola Rd at Billy Graham Pkwy 13 - Whitehall Business Park, I-485 at Arrowood Rd 14 - Westinghouse Blvd at Steele Creek Rd 15 - I-485 at I-85, interchange 16 - NC 160 at Oakdale Rd

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Travel Times From Central Charlotte Mecklenburg County and Surrounding Region Afternoon Rush Hour Driving Time Zones

NC

15 minutes

IREDELL 77

Area of Detail

SC

30 minutes

21

Site 64

Statesville

Hickory Conover Newton 10

Maiden

CATAWBA 27

40

Salisbury 150 16

150

74

Kannapolis 73

150

321

N.C. CLEVELAND S.C.

MECKLENBURG

27

Gastonia

Albemarle

601 24 27

Charlotte

Belmont

STANLY

Mint Hill Matthews 51

5 77

742 601

74

485

521

200

74

Wadesboro

75

N.C. S.C.

ANSON

UNION

YORK

74 52

601

200

321

52

218

Monroe

161

Rock Hill

49

73

CABARRUS

GASTON

York

49

Concord

29

Mount Holly

Shelby 85

52

ROWAN

Lincolnton

Kings Mountain

85

152

Mooresville 115

LINCOLN 18

601

70

64 70

Lancaster

2010 Population Households Total Occupational Employment of Residents

15 minutes 269,258 111,321

30 min. 705,377 285,942

141,126

381,396

Executive, Administrative, Management Professional/Technical Specialist Basic Services Sales Blue Collar Administrative Support Data Source: Estimates from Nielsen, Inc.

15,414 10,298 41,491 14,511 34,303 25,108

60,275 39,028 102,745 48,386 75,223 55,737

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Travel Times From I-77 at I-85 Mecklenburg County and Surrounding Region Afternoon Rush Hour Driving Time Zones

NC

15 minutes

IREDELL 77

Area of Detail

SC

30 minutes

21

Site 64

Statesville

Hickory Conover Newton 10

Maiden

CATAWBA 27

40

Salisbury 150 16

150

74

Kannapolis 73

150

321

N.C. CLEVELAND S.C.

MECKLENBURG

27

Gastonia

Albemarle

601 24 27

Charlotte

Belmont

STANLY

Mint Hill Matthews 51

5 77

742 601

74

485

521

200

74

Wadesboro

75

N.C. S.C.

ANSON

UNION

YORK

74 52

601

200

321

52

218

Monroe

161

Rock Hill

49

73

CABARRUS

GASTON

York

49

Concord

29

Mount Holly

Shelby 85

52

ROWAN

Lincolnton

Kings Mountain

85

152

Mooresville 115

LINCOLN 18

601

70

64 70

Lancaster

2010 Population Households Total Occupational Employment of Residents

15 minutes 636,340 257,507

30 min. 1,161,933 458,686

343,923

626,658

Executive, Administrative, Management Professional/Technical Specialist Basic Services Sales Blue Collar Administrative Support Data Source: Estimates from Nielsen, Inc.

53,171 34,155 93,228 42,835 68,977 51,555

109,593 65,920 163,120 86,121 117,422 84,481

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Travel Times From W.T. Harris Blvd., Exit 18 on I-77 Mecklenburg County and Surrounding Region Afternoon Rush Hour Driving Time Zones

NC

15 minutes

IREDELL 77

Area of Detail

SC

30 minutes

21

Site 64

Statesville

Hickory Conover Newton 10

Maiden

CATAWBA 27

40

Salisbury 150 16

150

74

Kannapolis 73

150

321

N.C. CLEVELAND S.C.

MECKLENBURG

27

Gastonia

Albemarle

601 24 27

Charlotte

Belmont

STANLY

Mint Hill Matthews 51

5 77

742 601

74

485

521

200

74

Wadesboro

75

N.C. S.C.

ANSON

UNION

YORK

74 52

601

200

321

52

218

Monroe

161

Rock Hill

49

73

CABARRUS

GASTON

York

49

Concord

29

Mount Holly

Shelby 85

52

ROWAN

Lincolnton

Kings Mountain

85

152

Mooresville 115

LINCOLN 18

601

70

64 70

Lancaster

2010 Population Households Total Occupational Employment of Residents

15 minutes 339,793 135,333

30 min. 879,420 351,763

182,319

474,303

Executive, Administrative, Management Professional/Technical Specialist Basic Services Sales Blue Collar Administrative Support Data Source: Estimates from Nielsen, Inc.

27,093 17,988 50,327 21,253 37,426 28,230

78,321 49,286 126,551 61,812 91,398 66,932

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Travel Times From Exit 23 on I-77, Huntersville Mecklenburg County and Surrounding Region Afternoon Rush Hour Driving Time Zones

NC

15 minutes

IREDELL 77

Area of Detail

SC

30 minutes

21

Site 64

Statesville

Hickory Conover Newton 10

Maiden

CATAWBA 27

40

Salisbury 150 16

150

74

Kannapolis 73

150

321

MECKLENBURG

27

85

Gastonia

Albemarle

601 24 27

Charlotte

Belmont

STANLY

Mint Hill Matthews 51

5 77

742 601

74

485

521

200

74

Wadesboro

75

N.C. S.C.

ANSON

UNION

YORK

74 52

601

200

321

52

218

Monroe

161

Rock Hill

49

73

CABARRUS

GASTON

York

49

Concord

29

Mount Holly

Shelby

N.C. CLEVELAND S.C.

52

ROWAN

Lincolnton

Kings Mountain

85

152

Mooresville 115

LINCOLN 18

601

70

64 70

Lancaster

2010 Population Households Total Occupational Employment of Residents

15 minutes 260,986 100,047

30 min. 873,798 346,605

138,511

470,946

Executive, Administrative, Management Professional/Technical Specialist Basic Services Sales Blue Collar Administrative Support Data Source: Estimates from Nielsen, Inc.

25,637 15,739 35,944 17,354 25,384 18,451

69,220 44,500 128,811 58,283 100,899 69,230

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Travel Times From Exit 30 on I-77, Davidson Mecklenburg County and Surrounding Region Afternoon Rush Hour Driving Time Zones

NC

15 minutes

IREDELL 77

Area of Detail

SC

30 minutes

21

Site 64

Statesville

Hickory Conover Newton 10

CATAWBA 27

40

Maiden

Salisbury 150 16

150

74

Kannapolis 73

150

321

N.C. CLEVELAND S.C.

MECKLENBURG

27

Gastonia

Albemarle

601 24 27

Charlotte

Belmont

STANLY

Mint Hill Matthews 51

5 77

742 601

74

485

521

200

74

Wadesboro

75

N.C. S.C.

ANSON

UNION

YORK

74 52

601

200

321

52

218

Monroe

161

Rock Hill

49

73

CABARRUS

GASTON

York

49

Concord

29

Mount Holly

Shelby 85

52

ROWAN

Lincolnton

Kings Mountain

85

152

Mooresville 115

LINCOLN 18

601

70

64 70

Lancaster

2010 Population Households Total Occupational Employment of Residents

15 minutes 134,715 50,982

30 min. 639,191 250,503

71,808

344,898

Executive, Administrative, Management Professional/Technical Specialist Basic Services Sales Blue Collar Administrative Support Data Source: Estimates from Nielsen, Inc.

15,389 8,346 17,784 10,126 11,722 8,439

53,432 33,597 93,345 43,203 71,198 50,120

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Travel Times From University Research Park Mecklenburg County and Surrounding Region Afternoon Rush Hour Driving Time Zones

NC

15 minutes

IREDELL 77

Area of Detail

SC

30 minutes

21

Site 64

Statesville

Hickory Conover Newton 10

Maiden

CATAWBA 27

40

Salisbury 150 16

150

74

Kannapolis 73

150

321

MECKLENBURG

27

85

Gastonia

Albemarle

601 24 27

Charlotte

Belmont

STANLY

Mint Hill Matthews 51

5 77

742 601

74

485

521

200

74

Wadesboro

75

N.C. S.C.

ANSON

UNION

YORK

74 52

601

200

321

52

218

Monroe

161

Rock Hill

49

73

CABARRUS

GASTON

York

49

Concord

29

Mount Holly

Shelby

N.C. CLEVELAND S.C.

52

ROWAN

Lincolnton

Kings Mountain

85

152

Mooresville 115

LINCOLN 18

601

70

64 70

Lancaster

2010 Population Households Total Occupational Employment of Residents

15 minutes 568,417 227,666

30 min. 1,072,265 424,407

306,262

576,117

Executive, Administrative, Management Professional/Technical Specialist Basic Services Sales Blue Collar Administrative Support Data Source: Estimates from Nielsen, Inc.

44,646 30,256 84,849 37,553 62,709 46,247

94,423 58,747 152,766 77,217 112,935 80,027

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Travel Times From Albemarle Rd. at I-485 Mecklenburg County and Surrounding Region Afternoon Rush Hour Driving Time Zones

NC

15 minutes

IREDELL 77

Area of Detail

SC

30 minutes

21

Site 64

Statesville

Hickory Conover Newton 10

Maiden

CATAWBA 27

40

Salisbury 150 16

150

74

Kannapolis 73

150

321

N.C. CLEVELAND S.C.

MECKLENBURG

27

Gastonia

Albemarle

601 24 27

Charlotte

Belmont

STANLY

Mint Hill Matthews 51

5 77

742 601

74

485

521

200

74

Wadesboro

75

N.C. S.C.

ANSON

UNION

YORK

74 52

601

200

321

52

218

Monroe

161

Rock Hill

49

73

CABARRUS

GASTON

York

49

Concord

29

Mount Holly

Shelby 85

52

ROWAN

Lincolnton

Kings Mountain

85

152

Mooresville 115

LINCOLN 18

601

70

64 70

Lancaster

2010 Population Households Total Occupational Employment of Residents

15 minutes 592,043 236,361

30 min. 979,515 385,184

320,666

528,370

Executive, Administrative, Management Professional/Technical Specialist Basic Services Sales Blue Collar Administrative Support Data Source: Estimates from Nielsen, Inc.

49,257 33,355 87,276 40,461 63,531 46,782

84,400 53,975 140,991 69,894 104,972 74,135

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Travel Times From Crown Point Mecklenburg County and Surrounding Region Afternoon Rush Hour Driving Time Zones

NC

15 minutes

IREDELL 77

Area of Detail

SC

30 minutes

21

Site 64

Statesville

Hickory Conover Newton 10

Maiden

CATAWBA 27

40

Salisbury 150 16

150

74

Kannapolis 73

150

321

N.C. CLEVELAND S.C.

MECKLENBURG

27

Gastonia

Albemarle

601 24 27

Charlotte

Belmont

STANLY

Mint Hill Matthews 51

5 77

742 601

74

485

521

200

74

Wadesboro

75

N.C. S.C.

ANSON

UNION

YORK

74 52

601

200

321

52

218

Monroe

161

Rock Hill

49

73

CABARRUS

GASTON

York

49

Concord

29

Mount Holly

Shelby 85

52

ROWAN

Lincolnton

Kings Mountain

85

152

Mooresville 115

LINCOLN 18

601

70

64 70

Lancaster

2010 Population Households Total Occupational Employment of Residents

15 minutes 415,562 168,895

30 min. 1,031,886 404,129

222,467

561,109

Executive, Administrative, Management Professional/Technical Specialist Basic Services Sales Blue Collar Administrative Support Data Source: Estimates from Nielsen, Inc.

47,070 27,106 52,775 36,335 32,607 26,572

98,972 59,650 144,329 77,706 103,842 76,607

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Travel Times From SouthPark Mecklenburg County and Surrounding Region Afternoon Rush Hour Driving Time Zones

NC

15 minutes

IREDELL 77

Area of Detail

SC

30 minutes

21

Site 64

Statesville

Hickory Conover Newton 10

Maiden

CATAWBA 27

40

Salisbury 150 16

150

74

Kannapolis 73

150

321

MECKLENBURG

27

85

Gastonia

Albemarle

601 24 27

Charlotte

Belmont

STANLY

Mint Hill Matthews 51

5 77

742 601

74

485

521

200

74

Wadesboro

75

N.C. S.C.

ANSON

UNION

YORK

74 52

601

200

321

52

218

Monroe

161

Rock Hill

49

73

CABARRUS

GASTON

York

49

Concord

29

Mount Holly

Shelby

N.C. CLEVELAND S.C.

52

ROWAN

Lincolnton

Kings Mountain

85

152

Mooresville 115

LINCOLN 18

601

70

64 70

Lancaster

2010 Population Households Total Occupational Employment of Residents

15 minutes 207,580 90,354

30 min. 839,664 334,767

111,535

454,402

Executive, Administrative, Management Professional/Technical Specialist Basic Services Sales Blue Collar Administrative Support Data Source: Estimates from Nielsen, Inc.

22,475 13,745 26,741 17,389 16,858 14,326

80,657 48,648 117,561 62,525 81,964 63,044

521

903

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Travel Times From Johnson Rd. at I-485, Ballantyne Mecklenburg County and Surrounding Region Afternoon Rush Hour Driving Time Zones

NC

15 minutes

IREDELL 77

Area of Detail

SC

30 minutes

21

Site 64

Statesville

Hickory Conover Newton 10

Maiden

CATAWBA 27

40

Salisbury 150 16

150

74

Kannapolis 73

150

321

MECKLENBURG

27

85

Gastonia

Albemarle

601 24 27

Charlotte

Belmont

STANLY

Mint Hill Matthews 51

5 77

742 601

74

485

521

200

74

Wadesboro

75

N.C. S.C.

ANSON

UNION

YORK

74 52

601

200

321

52

218

Monroe

161

Rock Hill

49

73

CABARRUS

GASTON

York

49

Concord

29

Mount Holly

Shelby

N.C. CLEVELAND S.C.

52

ROWAN

Lincolnton

Kings Mountain

85

152

Mooresville 115

LINCOLN 18

601

70

64 70

Lancaster

2010 Population Households Total Occupational Employment of Residents

15 minutes 352,042 136,934

30 min. 1,058,435 416,047

192,464

575,929 98,989 59,083 149,947 78,428 108,799 80,680

Executive, Administrative, Management Professional/Technical Specialist Basic Services Sales Blue Collar Administrative Support Data Source: Estimates from Nielsen, Inc.

45,001 23,435 43,390 32,107 26,291 22,236

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30 kilometers

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Travel Times From I-485 at I-77 Mecklenburg County and Surrounding Region Afternoon Rush Hour Driving Time Zones

NC

15 minutes

IREDELL 77

Area of Detail

SC

30 minutes

21

Site 64

Statesville

Hickory Conover Newton 10

Maiden

CATAWBA 27

40

Salisbury 150 16

150

74

Kannapolis 73

150

321

MECKLENBURG

27

85

Gastonia

Albemarle

601 24 27

Charlotte

Belmont

STANLY

Mint Hill Matthews 51

5 77

742 601

74

485

521

200

74

Wadesboro

75

N.C. S.C.

ANSON

UNION

YORK

74 52

601

200

321

52

218

Monroe

161

Rock Hill

49

73

CABARRUS

GASTON

York

49

Concord

29

Mount Holly

Shelby

N.C. CLEVELAND S.C.

52

ROWAN

Lincolnton

Kings Mountain

85

152

Mooresville 115

LINCOLN 18

601

70

64 70

Lancaster

2010 Population Households Total Occupational Employment of Residents

15 minutes 453,410 188,457

30 min. 978,967 389,101

242,099

531,630

Executive, Administrative, Management Professional/Technical Specialist Basic Services Sales Blue Collar Administrative Support Data Source: Estimates from Nielsen, Inc.

39,930 23,233 63,842 31,313 47,256 36,521

92,958 55,860 138,627 72,501 98,045 73,636

521

903

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30 kilometers

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Travel Times From Billy Graham Pkwy. at Tyvola Rd. Mecklenburg County and Surrounding Region Afternoon Rush Hour Driving Time Zones

NC

15 minutes

IREDELL 77

Area of Detail

SC

30 minutes

21

Site 64

Statesville

Hickory Conover Newton 10

Maiden

CATAWBA 27

40

Salisbury 150 16

150

74

Kannapolis 73

150

321

N.C. CLEVELAND S.C.

MECKLENBURG

27

Gastonia

Albemarle

601 24 27

Charlotte

Belmont

STANLY

Mint Hill Matthews 51

5 77

742 601

74

485

521

200

74

Wadesboro

75

N.C. S.C.

ANSON

UNION

YORK

74 52

601

200

321

52

218

Monroe

161

Rock Hill

49

73

CABARRUS

GASTON

York

49

Concord

29

Mount Holly

Shelby 85

52

ROWAN

Lincolnton

Kings Mountain

85

152

Mooresville 115

LINCOLN 18

601

70

64 70

Lancaster

2010 Population Households Total Occupational Employment of Residents

15 minutes 258,465 105,601

30 min. 736,378 296,214

135,622

397,203

Executive, Administrative, Management Professional/Technical Specialist Basic Services Sales Blue Collar Administrative Support Data Source: Estimates from Nielsen, Inc.

14,800 9,654 39,732 14,010 32,824 24,599

62,731 40,162 106,864 49,899 79,801 57,744

521

903

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30 kilometers

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Travel Times From Whitehall Business Park Mecklenburg County and Surrounding Region Afternoon Rush Hour Driving Time Zones

NC

15 minutes

IREDELL 77

Area of Detail

SC

30 minutes

21

Site 64

Statesville

Hickory Conover Newton 10

CATAWBA 27

40

Maiden

Salisbury 150 16

150

74

Kannapolis 73

150

321

N.C. CLEVELAND S.C.

MECKLENBURG

27

Gastonia

Albemarle

601 24 27

Charlotte

Belmont

STANLY

Mint Hill Matthews 51

5 77

742 601

74

485

521

200

74

Wadesboro

75

N.C. S.C.

ANSON

UNION

YORK

74 52

601

200

321

52

218

Monroe

161

Rock Hill

49

73

CABARRUS

GASTON

York

49

Concord

29

Mount Holly

Shelby 85

52

ROWAN

Lincolnton

Kings Mountain

85

152

Mooresville 115

LINCOLN 18

601

70

64 70

Lancaster

2010 Population Households Total Occupational Employment of Residents

15 minutes 94,050 36,071

30 min. 621,183 253,397

52,685

335,458

Executive, Administrative, Management Professional/Technical Specialist Basic Services Sales Blue Collar Administrative Support Data Source: Estimates from Nielsen, Inc.

8,374 4,581 14,646 6,200 11,180 7,702

56,057 32,292 88,166 43,979 66,824 48,138

521

903

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30 kilometers

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Travel Times From Westinghouse Blvd. at Steele Creek Rd. Mecklenburg County and Surrounding Region Afternoon Rush Hour Driving Time Zones

NC

15 minutes

IREDELL 77

Area of Detail

SC

30 minutes

21

Site 64

Statesville

Hickory Conover Newton 10

CATAWBA 27

40

Maiden

Salisbury 150 16

150

74

Kannapolis 73

150

321

N.C. CLEVELAND S.C.

MECKLENBURG

27

Gastonia

Albemarle

601 24 27

Charlotte

Belmont

STANLY

Mint Hill Matthews 51

5 77

742 601

74

485

521

200

74

Wadesboro

75

N.C. S.C.

ANSON

UNION

YORK

74 52

601

200

321

52

218

Monroe

161

Rock Hill

49

73

CABARRUS

GASTON

York

49

Concord

29

Mount Holly

Shelby 85

52

ROWAN

Lincolnton

Kings Mountain

85

152

Mooresville 115

LINCOLN 18

601

70

64 70

Lancaster

2010 Population Households Total Occupational Employment of Residents

15 minutes 177,905 72,231

30 min. 912,074 365,257

98,961

495,446

Executive, Administrative, Management Professional/Technical Specialist Basic Services Sales Blue Collar Administrative Support Data Source: Estimates from Nielsen, Inc.

21,483 10,435 23,638 15,047 16,302 12,053

85,682 50,340 129,565 67,562 92,545 69,750

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Travel Times From I-485 at I-85 Mecklenburg County and Surrounding Region Afternoon Rush Hour Driving Time Zones

NC

15 minutes

IREDELL 77

Area of Detail

SC

30 minutes

21

Site 64

Statesville

Hickory Conover Newton 10

CATAWBA 27

40

Maiden

Salisbury 150 16

150

74

Kannapolis 73

150

321

N.C. CLEVELAND S.C.

MECKLENBURG

27

Gastonia

Albemarle

601 24 27

Charlotte

Belmont

STANLY

Mint Hill Matthews 51

5 77

742 601

74

485

521

200

74

Wadesboro

75

N.C. S.C.

ANSON

UNION

YORK

74 52

601

200

321

52

218

Monroe

161

Rock Hill

49

73

CABARRUS

GASTON

York

49

Concord

29

Mount Holly

Shelby 85

52

ROWAN

Lincolnton

Kings Mountain

85

152

Mooresville 115

LINCOLN 18

601

70

64 70

Lancaster

2010 Population Households Total Occupational Employment of Residents

15 minutes 144,582 55,753

30 min. 704,132 278,997

75,862

375,950

Executive, Administrative, Management Professional/Technical Specialist Basic Services Sales Blue Collar Administrative Support Data Source: Estimates from Nielsen, Inc.

7,646 5,202 22,471 7,793 20,449 12,297

53,548 33,987 103,168 44,737 84,865 55,642

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30 kilometers

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Travel Times From N.C. 160 at Oakdale Rd. Mecklenburg County and Surrounding Region Afternoon Rush Hour Driving Time Zones

NC

15 minutes

IREDELL 77

Area of Detail

SC

30 minutes

21

Site 64

Statesville

Hickory Conover Newton 10

Maiden

CATAWBA 27

40

Salisbury 150 16

150

74

Kannapolis 73

150

321

N.C. CLEVELAND S.C.

MECKLENBURG

27

Gastonia

Albemarle

601 24 27

Charlotte

Belmont

STANLY

Mint Hill Matthews 51

5 77

742 601

74

485

521

200

74

Wadesboro

75

N.C. S.C.

ANSON

UNION

YORK

74 52

601

200

321

52

218

Monroe

161

Rock Hill

49

73

CABARRUS

GASTON

York

49

Concord

29

Mount Holly

Shelby 85

52

ROWAN

Lincolnton

Kings Mountain

85

152

Mooresville 115

LINCOLN 18

601

70

64 70

Lancaster

2010 Population Households Total Occupational Employment of Residents

15 minutes 454,450 182,386

30 min. 894,903 359,280

243,228

484,071

Executive, Administrative, Management Professional/Technical Specialist Basic Services Sales Blue Collar Administrative Support Data Source: Estimates from Nielsen, Inc.

31,071 21,127 69,275 27,152 55,429 39,172

77,287 49,820 129,802 61,930 96,470 68,759

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