City Bulletin: Public Meetings, Health Alerts, and Transit Updates for March 11

Official Public Notices and Community Business

For Wednesday, March 11, 2026, the City of Charlotte and Mecklenburg County have issued several public notices regarding municipal governance, health safety, and infrastructure projects. Residents are encouraged to review these official updates to stay informed on local regulations and service changes.

Public Meetings and Governance

Several boards and committees are scheduled to convene today to discuss municipal operations and long-term planning:

• Metropolitan Public Transportation Authority (MPTA) Board: The board will hold its monthly business meeting from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. The session focuses on regional transit system plans and project updates. The meeting is open to the public and can be viewed live via the Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) YouTube page.
• Historic Districts Commission: The commission is conducting its monthly meeting today to review certificates of appropriateness and maintain the architectural integrity of Charlotte’s designated historic areas.
• Charlotte Business Inclusion Advisory Committee: A virtual meeting is scheduled for today to discuss policies aimed at fostering a diverse economic climate and connecting small businesses to city contracting opportunities.
• Charlotte Firefighters Retirement System: The Benefits Committee will meet to discuss matters relating to active and retired CFD members.

Public Health Advisory: Measles Transmission

Mecklenburg County Public Health continues to monitor community transmission of measles. Official guidance updated this week recommends that healthcare providers consider early MMR vaccination for infants aged 6 to 11 months who live in or travel through the Charlotte Metropolitan area. Residents are urged to verify their vaccination status, as public health officials have identified multiple exposure sites in the region over the previous weeks. Vaccination remains available at local health department clinics and retail pharmacies.

Transit and Mobility Training

The Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) is hosting Public Travel Training Sessions today to assist residents in navigating the regional bus and rail network. Staff will be onsite to provide hands-on assistance with the CATS Pass mobile app and answer questions regarding route planning:

• Myers Park Library: Session held from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
• University City Library: Session held from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Infrastructure and Road Closures

The North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) and the Charlotte Department of Transportation (CDOT) remind motorists of the following active projects:

• Rodney Street: Full closure remains in effect between Westinghouse Boulevard and Royshall Lane for the I-485 toll lane project. This closure is expected to last through mid-May.
• Wildlife Road (SR-1335): Road remains closed in both directions southwest of Charlotte for emergency road repairs, with completion slated for early April.
• FY 2027 Budget Input: The City of Charlotte is currently seeking resident input on budget priorities for the upcoming fiscal year. Feedback can be submitted through the city’s official online portal.