Connections. Choice. Opportunities.
A better commute starts here.
Mecklenburg County is booming, but traffic, delays, and outdated transit are holding us back. Yes for Meck is a bold transportation initiative that will make your life better by lessening congestion and improving safety, leading to greater economic mobility and improved quality of life for all residents in all areas of Mecklenburg County.
Our mission is to connect Mecklenburg County through smarter transit, safer roads, and strategic investment, powered by a funding plan that benefits every community.
Let's move forward together.
Let move forward together
The way Mecklenburg County moves is breaking down.
- Charlotte ranks 2nd worst in the U.S. for commuting (Forbes Home)
- 41 hours lost to congestion last year
- Most bus routes run just once an hour, if that
- More time stuck in traffic
- Fewer transit options
- Rising costs down the road
What a YES vote delivers
Faster Commutes
250,000 more people near 15-minute bus service
Job Access
320,000+ more jobs reachable by public transit
Reliable Options
All routes run at least every 30 minutes
Better Roads
$7.7 billion in local road improvements
Local Dollars Stay Local
Each town gets a direct share for local improvements
Investment across the County
Investment in underserved areas will be prioritized
See what it means for your town
Every town in Mecklenburg County and the City of Charlotte benefits. Here’s how much each municipality stands to gain:
Cornelius
Davidson
Huntersville
Matthews
Mint Hill
Pineville
Charlotte
These are real improvements, funded by a plan that works for all of Mecklenburg.
How It Works
One penny. Huge impact.
- No property tax increase
- Funds divided across roads, bus, and rail
- Oversight by an independent board with local, community, and business representation
- Transparent, accountable, and voter-approved
- Charlotte is committed to working with the county on a solution for orphan roads
This isn’t just about Charlotte. It’s about better roads for every town in the county.
– Karen J.
Matthews Resident
Reliable transit helps my business and my employees. We need this.
– Brian W.
Small Business Owner, Huntersville
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes—funds are distributed based on population and road mileage.
It’s a 1% sales tax—not a property tax increase. Visitors help pay the cost.
An independent regional board with town, state, and business oversight.
Say YES to a county
that moves better.
Every vote sends a message. A 'YES' vote says you're ready for safer roads, reliable transit, more green lights, and better access for everyone in Mecklenburg County. Let’s build the future we all deserve. Together.
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Endorsements
You’ve Got Questions. We’ve Got Straight Answers.
The bonds will eliminate make our roads safer, create new housing developments, and bolster the city’s neighborhoods.
- Black Political Caucus of Charlotte-Mecklenburg
- The Charlotte Observer
- Charlotte Regional Business Alliance
- Charlotte-Mecklenburg Association of Educators
- Lake Norman Chamber of Commerce
- George Dunlap
- Susan Rodriguez-McDowell
- Laura MeierLeigh Altman
- Mark Jerrell
- Mayor Vi Lyles
- Dimple Ajmera
- Marjorie Molina
- Tariq Bokhari
- Braxton Winston
- Malcolm Graham
- Danté Anderson
- James “Smuggie” Mitchell
- LaWana Slack-Mayfield
- John Higdon, Matthews Mayor
- Renee Garner, Matthews
- Ken McCool, Matthews Mayor Pro Tem
- John Urban, Matthews
- Pastor Larry Whitley, Matthews
- Ed Samaha, Pineville
- Amelia Stinson-Wesley, Pineville
- Michael Osborne, Cornelius
- Woody Washam, Cornelius Mayor
- Colin Furcht, Cornelius
- Denis Bilodeau, Cornelius
- Todd Sansbury, Cornelius
- Brad Simmons, Mint Hill Mayor
- Natasha Marcus
- Mujtaba Mohammed
- John Autry
- Mary Belk
- Laura Budd
- Becky Carney
- Wesley Harris
- Brandon Lofton
- Carolyn Logan
- Nasif Majeed
- John Autry
- Mary Belk
- Laura Budd
- Becky Carney
- Wesley Harris
- Brandon Lofton
- Carolyn Logan
- Nasif Majeed
- Thelma Byers-Bailey
- Lisa Cline
- Elyse Dashew
- Jennifer De La Jara
- Melissa Easley
- Summer Nunn
- Gregory “Dee” Rankin
- Lenora Shipp
- Stephanie Sneed
Our Impact
Our impact is wide-spread in schools across the Charlotte area. Here's what we've accomplished.
Serving up to 140,000 students in CMS.
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Raised $5M for schools across Charlotte & Mecklenberg County.
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Improved infrastructure of schools in emerging high-growth areas.
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Serving up to 140,000 students in CMS
We’ve helped 500,000 children…
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Raised $5M for schools across Charlotte...
Raised $5M for schools across Charlotte…
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Improved infrastructure of schools in emerging high-growth areas
Improved infrastructure of schools in emerging high-growth areas
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Projects
Three bonds that will strengthen our community.
Transportation
Enhance transportation safety and efficiency
Investments to repair roads, reduce traffic congestion, and make our roads safer.
Investment:
$238,300,000
Housing
Create, support and preserve affordable housing
Creating and preserving safe, quality, and affordable housing for low- and moderate- income households.
Investment:
$100,000,000
Neighborhood Improvements
Make improvements in underserved areas of the city
Creating new sidewalks, bike paths, and economic development projects in underserved areas of the city and in areas of critical services for underserved populations.
Investment:
$61,700.000
Transportation
Enhance transportation safety and efficiency
Investment:
$20,000,000
Housing
Create and Preserve Affordable Housing
Investment:
$100,000,000
Neighborhood Improvements
Invest in Corridors of Opportunity
Investment:
$25,000,000
Transportation
Enhance transportation safety and efficiency
Investment:
$20,000,000
Housing
Create and Preserve Affordable Housing
Investment:
$100,000,000
Neighborhood Improvements