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May 23, 2024
City Speaks is your connection to what's going on in Charlotte government. Here you will find the latest information on city initiatives, services, events and programs, and other relevant, trending topics.
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Charlotte Firefighters Rescue Two Victims from House Fire
On Sunday, May 19, crews from Charlotte Fire responded to a house fire in the 700 block of Allister Road. At 9:23 a.m., a call came in to Charlotte Fire Alarm from John Sibray, a resident who was trapped inside the home.
In three minutes from the initial call, Charlotte Fire Battalion Chief Brian Beatty was on the scene.
âI could see the smoke showing and confirmed this was a working fire. Alarm was on the phone the whole time with the caller advising they couldnât get out,â Beatty said.
While Charlotte Fire answers hundreds of emergencies a day, this is just one of the many heroic acts of the women and men of the Charlotte Fire Department.
Read the Full Story
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Memorial Day Service Impacts
City of Charlotte offices will be closed on Monday, May 27 for the Memorial Day Holiday.
Solid Waste Services' collection will operate according to its normal schedule.
On Monday, May 27, all Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) bus, rail, and paratransit services will operate on a Saturday schedule. The CATS call center, pass sales, and information office at the Charlotte Transportation Center will be closed on May 27, and will resume normal hours on May 28.
CATS will also operate a shuttle service from Cornelius Park and Ride to Ramsey Creek Park beach at Lake Norman starting Saturday, May 25 through Monday, May 27. The first trip will leave Cornelius Park and Ride at 11 a.m., and the final trip will leave Ramsey Creek Park beach at 6:12 p.m. each day.
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Mayor Lyles Presents 26th Mayorâs International Community Awards
On May 14, the City of Charlotte Mayorâs Office, in partnership with Economic Development and the Charlotte International Cabinet (CIC), hosted the 26th Mayorâs International Community Awards (MICA).
MICA recognizes the corporate philanthropy of three foreign-owned firms and the internationally focused contributions of individuals in the Charlotte area.
Read More About the Award Recipients
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Take the Innovation & Technology Educational Series Survey
The cityâs Innovation & Technology (I&T) team's new engagement series will educate, encourage, and inspire the use of technology. Each I&T Educational session will focus on a variety of topics that are popular in the technology space and important to Charlotte residents.
Your input is needed to help program the educational series to best meet your preferences. Please take a moment to provide your feedback on what is most useful to you and your community. This survey will be open through the end of May 2024.
Take the Survey
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Behind the Crown: Joshua Eyer
On April 29, 2024, North Tryon Division Officer Joshua Eyer lost his life in the line of duty. In this episode of Behind the Crown, friends, family, and colleagues share their memories of Officer Eyer and celebrate the legacy he leaves behind.
Watch Behind the Crown
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Upcoming Events
CATS Rail Shutdown
On Saturday, June 8, and Sunday, June 9, the Charlotte Area Transit Systemâs (CATS) Gold Line and Blue Line will be shut down for scheduled maintenance. During this time, a bus bridge will be in service for both alignments. Stay tuned as CATS will provide more information in the coming days.
Check out these other city events:
The Charlotte Regional Visitors Authority has more on whatâs Happening in CLT.
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Wait, a Minute: The First Woman on Charlotte City Council
Martha Evans (left) receives WBT Radio's inaugural Charlotte Woman of the Year award / Martha W. Evans Collection, 1929-1979. Robinson-Spangler Carolina Room, Charlotte Mecklenburg Library.
Martha Evans, the first woman to serve on Charlotte City Council, attended her first city council meeting on May 11, 1955.
This was the start of a lengthy political career where Evans would serve two terms on the city council and three terms in the North Carolina General Assembly.
In the âWait, a Minuteâ series, we uncover important moments in Charlotte's history documented in city council meeting minutes.
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