University City Partners, UNC Charlotte and Mecklenburg’s parks department have launched a partnership that may lead to innovative new parks both here and across the county. Graduate urban-design students also will benefit as they take on the challenge of adding...
The transit-fueled vision for University City’s North Tryon Street business district took another step forward last week. About 100 people reviewed planners’ latest ideas for stimulating people-friendly business and residential nodes around our three future light-rail...
You can help shape University City’s light-rail powered future, plus get a Blue Line Extension construction update, on Dec. 9 at the Oasis Shriners Center in University Place. City staff will present new Transit Station Area Plan proposals and seek your feedback in...
Light rail is two-plus years away, but University Executive Park is already preparing for North Tryon Street’s expected transit-oriented business boom. Upgrades to five buildings and grounds are nearly complete, at a cost of $4.5 million. “We are breathing new life...
Your vote this election could reshape how we get around in University City and Charlotte. The last item on the ballot is a city bonds request to fund transportation, neighborhood and housing improvements. Among projects directly benefiting University City: Cut...
Thursday’s transportation update meeting drew perhaps 200 people to Newell Presbyterian Church to hear the latest details regarding $1.5 billion in road, rail and light-rail facilities under construction now or soon in University City. Staff gave quick summaries and...
Get the latest news on our many road and rail projects on July 31 at Newell Presbyterian Church. Staff from city and state road, rail and transit departments will give updates and answer questions starting at 6 p.m. The meeting will cover projects ranging from...