05. Acknowledgments

Plan Policy Table of contents 05. Acknowledgments Charlotte Future 2040 Department Project Leadership Taiwo Jaiyeoba, Director/Assistant City Manager Alyson Craig, Deputy Director Alysia Osborne, Project Manager Kathy Cornett, Deputy Project Manager City Council Vi Alexander Lyles – Mayor Julie Eiselt – Mayor Pro Tem Braxton Winston – At Large Greg Phipps – At Large Dimple […]

04. Glossary of Terms

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Goal 10: Fiscally Responsible

Plan Policy Table of contents Goal 10: Fiscally Responsible Goal 10: Fiscally Responsible Charlotte will align capital investments with the adopted growth strategy and ensure the benefits of public and private sector investments benefit all residents equitably and limit the public costs of accommodating growth. Objectives Increase the capture of new jobs and households in […]

Goal 9: Retain our Identity and Charm

Plan Policy Table of contents Goal 9: Retain our Identity and Charm Goal 9: Retain our Identity and Charm Charlotte will retain the identity of existing neighborhoods by intentionally directing redevelopment, limiting displacement and cultivating community-driven placemaking that elevates the importance, quality and design of places. Objectives Increase the rate of restoration and adaptive reuse […]

Goal 8: Diverse and Resilient Economic Opportunity

Plan Policy Table of contents Goal 8: Diverse and Resilient Economic Opportunity Goal 8: Diverse and Resilient Economic Opportunity Charlotteans will have opportunity for upward economic mobility through access to a diverse mix of jobs and careers that align with education and skill levels of residents and the economic strengths of the region. Objectives Increase […]

Goal 7: Integrated Natural and Built Environments

Plan Policy Table of contents Goal 7: Integrated Natural and Built Environments Goal 7: Integrated Natural and Built Environments Charlotte will protect and enhance its surface water quality, tree canopy, and natural areas with a variety of trees, plantings, green infrastructure, green building practices, and open space at different scales throughout the entire community as […]

Goal 6: Healthy, Safe, and Active Communities

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Goal 5: Safe and Equitable Mobility

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Goal 4: Transit- and Trail-Oriented Development (2T-OD)

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Goal 3: Housing Access for All

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