Official Notice: Charlotte-Mecklenburg Public Meetings and Health Alerts for February 17

Public Notice: Board of County Commissioners Regular Meeting

The Mecklenburg Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) will convene for a regular meeting today, Tuesday, February 17, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. The session will take place at the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Government Center, located at 600 E. Fourth St. Residents and interested parties are invited to attend in person or view the meeting via live stream on MeckTV. Key items on the agenda include budget presentations for the 2026-2027 fiscal year and updates on regional infrastructure projects.

Health Advisory: Measles Exposure and Vaccination Outreach

Mecklenburg County Public Health has issued an official alert following three confirmed cases of measles in the region. While the cases are not linked to a specific source within the county, health officials have identified several exposure sites that were visited by infected individuals in early February. Residents who were at the following locations should monitor for symptoms and check their vaccination status:

• Atrium Health Carolinas Medical Center (1000 Blythe Blvd.): Feb. 3 (6:30–11:30 p.m.) and Feb. 4 (7:00 p.m.–midnight).
• Chipotle (239 S. Kings Dr.): Feb. 3 (9:50–11:50 p.m.).
• Goodwill (58085 University Point Blvd.): Feb. 4 (12:00–3:45 p.m.).
• Goodwill (3710 West W.T. Harris Blvd.): Feb. 4 (2:00–4:40 p.m.).

Additionally, the "Live Well Meck" tour continues today. Public health officials are visiting local regional centers to gather community feedback on the 2026 Community Health Improvement Plan. These sessions are designed to align county health resources with resident priorities.

Planning and Community Development Sessions

The City of Charlotte is hosting three significant public engagement opportunities today, February 17, to discuss urban growth and transportation policy:

• Community Area Planning Workshop: A virtual workshop will take place to review growth strategies for local neighborhoods, focusing on housing variety and job accessibility.
• Reconnecting the West End Public Pin-up: Residents are encouraged to provide design feedback for the West End interchange area at I-77, Trade Street, and Fifth Street. The project aims to improve pedestrian safety and walking conditions.
• Street Vending Public Input: A dedicated session will be held to discuss proposed regulatory changes for street vendors operating within city limits.

Administrative Board and Committee Meetings

Several specialized city and county boards are scheduled to meet today to conduct official business:

• Mecklenburg EMS Agency (Medic) Quality Management Committee and Medical Control Board.
• Charlotte Mecklenburg Library Board of Trustees Meeting at ImaginOn.
• Mecklenburg Alcohol Beverage Control (ABC) Board.
• Waste Management Advisory Board.
• BOCC Health and Human Services Committee.