Centralina Regional Council

09/24/2026

Join Centralina, ExCEL NC and community partners on October 12 to discuss the impact of child care on Iredell County's workforce and economy. You'll hear from expert speakers, engage with local leaders, and participate in a discussion about practical solutions that can strengthen our workforce and support economic growth.

📍 Statesville Event Center | 12:00 PM-1:30 PM

Register here: https://loom.ly/uv64_Xg

09/10/2026

🚉 How do mobility hubs move from big-picture ideas to real-world impact? Join us on September 24 for Centralina Learns: Implementing Mobility Hubs – From Regional Vision to Local Action. Hear lessons learned, practical strategies and local success stories from transportation leaders across the region.

Register today here: https://loom.ly/C0Bwm1Y

08/25/2026

Local leaders play an important role in connecting residents with trusted resources.

As Medicare Open Enrollment nears, Seniors’ Health Insurance Information Program (SHIIP) offers free, unbiased counseling that helps older adults understand their options, avoid unnecessary costs and select coverage that best meets their needs.

Read more about how SHIIP supports residents across the Centralina region, https://loom.ly/jhcIlMg

Medicare Open Enrollment can be confusing, but North Carolina’s Seniors’ Health Insurance Information Program (SHIIP) provides free, unbiased counseling to help beneficiaries compare coverage options, understand costs, and make informed decisions that support their health and financial well-bein...

08/23/2026

🚗 Save the date!

The 2026 Alternative Fuel Ride & Drive returns on October 1, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. This annual event, co-hosted by the City of Charlotte and Centralina Clean Fuels Coalition, brings together public sector organizations, private fleets, utilities and industry partners to explore the latest alternative fuel vehicle technologies.

Test drive vehicles, connect with vendors, learn from peers and discover funding and procurement insights in a relaxed, hands-on environment. Register here: https://loom.ly/bRcd9Jc

08/21/2026

Data centers are reshaping communities across the country. What does that mean for yours?

Join us on October 28 for a Centralina Learns Session on data centers, a virtual event exploring site selection, infrastructure needs, community impacts and lessons learned from experts in the field.

📅 Oct. 28, 2026 | 11 a.m. - Noon
💻 Virtual

Don't miss this timely discussion. Register now: https://loom.ly/GqhGFa4

08/19/2026

Last week, the Centralina team had the chance to tour the River District in Charlotte — and there was a lot to be excited about.

What stood out most was seeing how sustainability is being woven into the community from the beginning. More than 500 acres of natural space will be preserved, 30+ miles of trails are planned, public access to the Catawba River will be expanded, and even the wildlife already calling the area home has been considered through a biodiversity study.

But we may be most excited about the two-acre sustainable farm and orchard! 🌱 With a farmers market, farm store, playground and gathering spaces planned, it’s easy to imagine this becoming a place where people from across the community come together.

It was exciting to see what thoughtful growth can look like on the ground — and what it could mean for our growing region.

Thanks to the tour guides!

08/19/2026

Big news! 🎉 Centralina Regional Council has been awarded a second Regional Infrastructure Accelerator grant from Build America Bureau of the USDOT.

Over the next two years, we'll work with regional partners like , and to explore mobility solutions that help commuters, employers and communities navigate upcoming construction along the I-85 and U.S. 74 corridors.

Read more about the grant and what it means for our region: https://loom.ly/XjjtoxU

Centralina Regional Council has secured a second Regional Infrastructure Accelerator grant, strengthening regional efforts to reduce transportation disruptions and improve mobility during future construction along key travel corridors.

08/18/2026

We’re heading into Week 3 of Fresh Air Rides, and together, participants have already reduced **more than 18,000 miles of drive-alone trips!** 🎉

Packing lunch has been one of the most popular activities logged so far, and it’s also one of the easiest ways to avoid an extra drive-alone trip during the workday. So this week, we’re making it the main event!

🥪 **Pack your lunch**
📲 **Log it here:** https://loom.ly/TX9yEdE
🎁 **Win prizes:** a lunchbox, reusable water bottle, and utensil set

And to celebrate, the Centralina team will be packing our lunches and gathering again this week. Stay tuned!

Discover, analyze and download data from Fresh Air Rides. Download in CSV, KML, Zip, GeoJSON, GeoTIFF or PNG. Find API links for GeoServices, WMS, and WFS. Analyze with charts and thematic maps. Take the next step and create StoryMaps and Web Maps.

08/17/2026

🚍 How do we turn big mobility ideas into real, local solutions?

Join us for Centralina Learns: Implementing Mobility Hubs – From Regional Vision to Local Action on September 24, 2026, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. (virtual via Zoom).

Whether you're a local government professional, planner, consultant, transportation practitioner, or simply interested in innovative mobility solutions, you'll gain valuable insights and lessons learned from implementation efforts happening across our region.

📅 September 24, 2026
🕚 11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
💻 Virtual (Zoom)

Register today and be part of the conversation shaping the future of regional mobility. https://loom.ly/C0Bwm1Y

This virtual session offers 1 AICP credit

08/14/2026

⭐ Final Call for Region of Excellence Award Applications! ⭐

Do you know someone whose hard work, leadership, or commitment deserves recognition? Now is your chance to shine a spotlight on their achievements.

Today is the last chance to apply for the Region of Excellence Awards. Don't let this opportunity pass by!

📌 Submit your application before 5 p.m. https://loom.ly/dtn9rKs