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The Community Green Light: Oct 10 Edition

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Summary

Team Yes FOR Meck is reminding residents to get ready to vote for a 1% transportation sales tax, learn about the plan, and join local events and volunteer efforts.

Quick takeaways:

Check your voter registration and make a plan to vote.

Find early voting info and your polling place on the county site.

Meet the team at community events across Mecklenburg.

Sign up to volunteer and help share accurate information.

Follow Yes FOR Meck on social media for updates.

You can also apply to serve on a public transportation board.

Visit the new office at The Arts Factory to get materials and ask questions.

October 10, 2025

Today is the day to check your voter registration and make your plan to vote. A vote FOR the 1% transportation sales tax is a vote for faster, safer, stronger, county-wide transportation. Your voice moves Mecklenburg forward.

— The Yes FOR Meck Team

Key Dates: Make Your Plan to Vote

  • October 10: Deadline to register to vote

  • October 16: In-person early voting begins

  • November 1: Last day of in-person early voting

  • November 4: Election Day

Action: Visit the county’s voter portal to confirm your registration, find early voting locations, or look up your Election Day polling place.

Want a Say in Transit? Apply to the MPTA

Residents can apply to serve on the proposed Mecklenburg Public Transportation Authority (MPTA). If you care about reliability, safety, and access across our region, this is a meaningful way to contribute.

Action: Apply through the City of Charlotte Boards & Commissions portal (for city residents) or the Mecklenburg County site (for county residents).

Come See Us

We have a new office at The Arts Factory, 1545 W. Trade Street, Charlotte. Stop by to learn about the plan, pick up materials, or get your questions answered by our team.

Meet Us at an Upcoming Event

The Yes FOR Meck team will be out in the community to answer questions and share resources:

  • Lake Norman Chamber Business Expo
    Tuesday, October 14, 10:00–11:30 a.m.
    Huntersville Recreation Center, 11836 Verhoeff Drive, Huntersville

  • Yes FOR Meck Community Roundtable — Huntersville
    Tuesday, October 14, 6:00–7:30 p.m.
    Mt. Olive Missionary Baptist Church, 6101 Neck Rd, Charlotte

  • Pineville Fall Fest
    October 16–17, 5:00–9:00 p.m., and October 18
    513 Main St, Pineville

Action: Check the full calendar and find an event near you.

Volunteer: Be Part of the Momentum

Our movement grows through neighbors talking with neighbors. Join the volunteer team to help with events, outreach, and voter education.

Action: Sign up to volunteer today.

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Stay Connected

Follow and tag us with why you support Yes FOR Meck:

  • Instagram: @yesformeck

  • Facebook: Yes FOR Meck

  • LinkedIn: Yes FOR Meck

  • X: @yesformeck

What Your YES Supports

The proposed 1% Mecklenburg County sales tax funds transportation investments across the region—improving safety, cutting travel time, strengthening connections to jobs, schools, and essential services. Share this post with friends, family, and coworkers to help ensure everyone has the facts they need to vote with confidence.

Paid for by the Coalition for a Better 2050
Questions? Email transportation@yesformeck.com

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