City Notices: Winter Storm Preparedness and Public Health Advisories

Winter Weather Alert: Storm Forecast and Service Impacts

Governor Josh Stein has issued a state-level warning as North Carolina prepares for a significant winter storm expected to begin Friday evening, January 30, and continue through the weekend. Forecasters are currently predicting approximately eight inches of snow for the Charlotte area. Residents are urged to complete travel plans by Friday afternoon and remain off the roads once precipitation begins to allow Department of Transportation crews to treat highways with brine and salt.

In response to the forecast, Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools (CMS) will operate on a two-hour delay today, Friday, January 30. To ensure student safety before the expected snow arrival, all junior varsity basketball games have been canceled. Varsity games have been moved to earlier start times of 5:00 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. to facilitate an early conclusion to Friday's athletic schedule. All CMS athletic events scheduled for Saturday and Sunday are canceled.

Public Health Notice: Measles Outbreak and Vaccination Clinics

Mecklenburg County Public Health has issued an advisory following the confirmation of two measles cases within the county. This local update comes amid a wider regional outbreak that has seen hundreds of cases across the Carolinas. Health officials have specifically identified a public exposure notice for individuals who attended events at Sardis Presbyterian School on January 17.

Health Director Dr. Raynard Washington is strongly encouraging residents to verify that they and their children are up to date on MMR (measles, mumps, and rubella) vaccinations. The health department is seeing a rise in vaccine-preventable diseases and notes that the MMR vaccine is widely available at local healthcare providers, retail pharmacies, and Mecklenburg County immunization clinics. Common symptoms of measles include high fever, cough, runny nose, and a characteristic red rash.

Official Government Proceedings

• Board of County Commissioners Budget Retreat: The Board is convening for Day 2 of its annual FY2027 Budget Retreat today, Friday, January 30. Held at the CPCC Harris Conference Center, this session focuses on the county’s financial status, fiscal policies, and setting priorities for the upcoming budget year.
• Metropolitan Public Transportation Authority (MPTA): A special meeting of the MPTA Ad Hoc Bylaws Committee is scheduled for today at 9:00 a.m. in Room 278 of the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Government Center. The committee will review governance documents, including rules of procedure and the code of ethics.

Community Deadline: Veterans Needs Survey

Today, Friday, January 30, marks the final day for the Mecklenburg County Veteran and Military Community Needs Survey. Veterans, their families, and caregivers are encouraged to provide feedback on local service gaps. This data will be used to improve county engagement and support services for the local military-connected community.