I-77 widening project
Coverage of I-77 widening project in the Nexus archive.
- Mayor Harrington makes public forum debut in Charlotte
Charlotte Mayor Rob Harrington attended his first public forum, addressing topics like gentrification, immigration, and affordable housing. He avoided taking stances on I-77 and data centers, opting to focus on community information. Residents had mixed reactions, and he agreed to accelerate addressing teen violence after feedback.
- Charlotte’s 60th Mayor Rob Harrington Speaks to WBTV
Charlotte Mayor Rob Harrington prioritizes neighborhood security and affordable housing in his first week in office. He emphasizes collaboration with Police Chief Estella Patterson to address crime and is navigating challenges related to the I-77 widening project and renegotiating American Airlines' airport contract.
- NC governor signs $34B budget with teacher pay raises, Charlotte penalty
North Carolina Governor Josh Stein signed a $34 billion budget with increased education funding and teacher pay raises, while imposing a financial penalty on Charlotte for withdrawing support from the I-77 widening project. The budget raises starting teacher pay from $41,000 to $48,000 but offers smaller increases for veteran teachers, sparking concerns about equity. Charlotte city council members have 90 days to reverse their decision to avoid repaying $60 million in state funds.