The Neighborhood Matching Grants Program (NMG) is excited to kick off the pre-application workshop series in preparation for the March 1, 2020 grant application deadline.
The NMG program offers grants of up to $25,000 to eligible neighborhood-based organizations to complete projects including art, beautification, signage, festivals, sustainability, public safety improvements, community gardens, programs, recreational features and more. Funds granted are matched with volunteer hours, or a combination of volunteer hours, cash and in-kind contributions. Over 97% of requests are funded and your neighborhood could be next.
Applications are accepted March 1, June 1, and September 1, annually. Pre-application workshop participation is required. Applicants may attend the workshop below or view the presentation and program guidelines online at www.charlottenc.gov/nmg.
Pre-Application Workshop - Thursday, February 20, 6 – 7:30 p.m. at Old City Hall, Wilmore Room, 600 E. Trade St.
RSVP to attend at www.charlottenc.gov/neighborhoodtraining, or contact Jackie at Jackie.clare@charlottenc.gov or 704-336-7846.
Consolidated Plan Survey
We want to hear from you! The City of Charlotte is updating its plan required by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) when using federal funding for housing and community development. Take five minutes and share your thoughts on the needs for housing programs. https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/ZDKW6B6
Community Heroes Homeownership Program
The City of Charlotte, in partnership with Federal Home Loan Bank of Atlanta, is proud to offer the Community Heroes Homeownership Program, a program for local first responders and public school teachers that will provide them with up to $30,000 in down payment assistance for the purchase of a home in Mecklenburg County.
ELIGIBLE BUYERS INCLUDE:
Eligible buyers must have household incomes of 80.01% - 110% of the Area Median Income. For more information, visit housecharlotteprogram.com or call 704-705-3999.
Nominations Open for 2020 Crown Tree Awards
This gorgeous flowering cherry was the Mayor's Tree of the Year for 2019.
Nominations close March 1
Celebrate Charlotte's urban forest and nominate a person or a tree for the 2020 Crown Tree Awards! The Awards are managed by the Charlotte Tree Advisory Commission, on behalf of the Mayor and City Council. Winners will be announced at the annual TreesCharlotte Summit on May 2. Each winner receives a $100 gift certificate.
LEARN MORE AND SUBMIT YOUR NOMINATION BY MARCH 1!
Neighborhood Board Retreat
More than 100 individuals participated in the 15th Neighborhood Board Retreat which was held at the Goodwill Opportunity Campus on Saturday, February 8. Residents from 18 neighborhoods across the city came together to receive guidance from staff and resources to develop goals for their community. Tim Miner from Queen City Quiz Show hosted a live game show that challenged attendees with questions about Charlotte’s past and present during the opening session. Thank you to our neighborhood leaders who are working together to improve the quality of life in Charlotte. Interested in attending the next Neighborhood Board Retreat? Visit the City of Charlotte's website to learn more.
Code Enforcement Tip of the Month
A noise ordinance violation occurs when a person operates or allows the operation of any sound amplification equipment that creates sounds registering 55 decibels between 8 a.m. and 9 p.m. Sunday through Thursday or between 8 a.m. and 11 p.m. on Friday or Saturday or 50 decibels at any other time, as measured anywhere within the boundary line of the nearest residentially occupied property. Download the Code Booklet here.
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