Official Roundup: Charlotte Health Alerts and City Service Schedules

Public Health Advisory: Measles Exposure Notices Issued

Mecklenburg County Public Health has issued several urgent alerts regarding potential measles exposure at multiple locations across Charlotte. These notices follow the identification of confirmed cases and are part of an effort to track potential transmissions linked to a case from another jurisdiction. Health officials state there are currently three confirmed cases within the county. While the locations identified below are currently safe to visit, individuals who were present during the specific windows are advised to monitor for symptoms such as high fever, cough, and a characteristic red rash.

• Atrium Health Carolinas Medical Center: Exposure windows identified on Feb. 3 (6:30 p.m. – 11:30 p.m.) and Feb. 4 (7 p.m. – midnight). Atrium Health Levine Children’s Hospital is not included in this notice.
• Chipotle (239 S. Kings Drive): Potential exposure on Feb. 3 between 9:50 p.m. and 11:50 p.m.
• Goodwill (5808 University Point Blvd.): Potential exposure on Feb. 4 from noon to 3:45 p.m.
• Goodwill (3710 W. W.T. Harris Blvd.): Potential exposure on Feb. 4 from 2 p.m. to 4:40 p.m.

Residents who develop symptoms should contact their healthcare provider or an emergency department via phone before arriving in person to prevent further community spread.

City Operations: Presidents’ Day Waste Collection

The City of Charlotte Solid Waste Services has announced that garbage, recycling, yard waste, and bulky item collection will proceed on a regular schedule for the upcoming Presidents’ Day holiday on Monday, February 16. There will be no delays or service changes during the holiday week. Residents are reminded to have all collection carts at the curb by 6 a.m. on their designated day. This week follows the "Green Week" recycling schedule.

Public Notice: Conclusion of NoDa Street Vending Pilot

Today, Saturday, February 14, is the final day of the six-month street vending pilot program in the NoDa neighborhood. Following a decision by the City Council committee to decline an extension of the program, the temporary permits for sidewalk vendors will expire tonight. Starting Sunday, February 15, street vending will be prohibited in the district. The decision comes after a trial period intended to balance the needs of independent sellers with sidewalk accessibility and brick-and-mortar business concerns.

Upcoming Public Hearings and Community Services

• City Council Zoning Meeting: A public hearing for various zoning petitions is scheduled for Monday, February 16, at 5:00 p.m. at the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Government Center. The session will include reviews of the Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) updates.
• Stream Cleanup: Storm Water Services is conducting a volunteer-led stream cleanup today, February 14. This public service event is part of the city's commitment to improving local water quality and environmental health.
• Awareness Designations: The Board of County Commissioners has designated February as Black History Month and Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month. Information on community resources and educational events is available through the Department of Community Support Services.