Jeffrey A. Christensen - Charlotte City Councilman - District 1

08/12/2026

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08/10/2026

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🐾 A New Way to Help Keep Dean Park Clean! 🐾

We’ve installed a new dog waste station at Dean Park to make it even easier for pet owners to clean up after their four-legged friends!

This new station provides convenient waste bags and a disposal bin to help keep our park clean, safe, and enjoyable for everyone. 🐶🌳

Thank you to all of our responsible pet owners who do their part by picking up after their pets. Small actions make a big difference in keeping our parks beautiful for the entire community!

Let’s work together to keep Dean Park a clean, welcoming place for people and pets alike. 🐾💚

08/08/2026

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08/08/2026

Regular City Council meeting for Monday, August 10 2026.

08/07/2026

I have a good friend of our community who is trying to put a list together. If you can provide her with some valid information, it would be greatly appreciated. Barb is on Facebook of course! Thank you.

08/06/2026

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💧 **Why Are We Replacing Older Water Meters?** 💧

You may have noticed City of Charlotte crews replacing water meters throughout the community. While your current meter may appear to be working, replacing aging meters is an important investment in providing reliable, efficient water service for years to come.

One of the biggest advantages of our new smart water meters is that they communicate directly with our system. If a meter experiences a malfunction, we can often identify the issue right away and make repairs promptly—instead of waiting two or three months until the next manual reading cycle to discover the problem.

Here are a few other reasons we're replacing older meters:

🔹 **Improved Accuracy** – Water meters naturally wear out over time. New meters provide more accurate readings and help ensure customers are billed fairly.

🔹 **Early Leak Detection** – Smart meters can help identify unusual water usage, allowing both homeowners and the City to spot potential leaks sooner.

🔹 **Reliable Performance** – Older meters can fail due to age, corrosion, freezing temperatures, or normal wear and tear. Replacing them before they fail helps prevent service interruptions.

🔹 **Modern Technology** – Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) allows us to collect readings automatically, improving efficiency and reducing the need for manual meter reading.

🔹 **Preventive Maintenance** – Like any infrastructure, water meters have a lifespan. Replacing them on a planned schedule helps avoid unexpected failures and keeps our water system operating smoothly.

🔹 **Reduced Repair Costs** – Identifying problems early can reduce costly emergency repairs and improve customer service.

These upgrades are part of the City of Charlotte's ongoing commitment to providing safe, dependable, and efficient water service while investing in the future of our community.

Thank you for your patience and cooperation as we continue this important project. Together, we're building a smarter and more reliable water system for everyone. 💙💧

08/05/2026

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🚧 Road Closure Notice – South Sheldon Street 🚧

Heads up, Charlotte!

On Wednesday, August 5, South Sheldon Street will be closed from 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. between John Street and W. Shaw Street while work is being completed.

🚫 No thru traffic will be permitted during this time.

Please plan ahead, use an alternate route if possible, and allow yourself a little extra travel time.

Thank you for your patience and understanding as we work to improve our community! 🚧💙

08/01/2026

Congratulations to the Charlotte Evening Rotary Club on 9 years of service to our community! Evening Rotary meets Thursdays @ 5:30 PM at the Thirsty Bird.