While the LYNX light-rail line has transformed North Tryon Street, the biggest changes will likely occur at UNC Charlotte, as a recent campus forum underscored. A low-cost transit pass, free parking at rail stations, increased campus bus service and a new bike-share program will change how thousands of 49ers move about campus and Charlotte.
Transportation
Have your say by Nov. 30 on I-85 North Bridge design
The public has until Nov. 30 to review an excellent summary regarding the latest plans for our future I-85 North Bridge, and to add your suggestions. The comments will help project engineers fine-tune the design for a novel bridge and roadway that will provide a safe...
Charlotte bonds ‘16 – How they can help University City
Besides choosing who'll fill many political offices and judgeships, Charlotte voters are deciding whether to approve municipal bonds for transportation, housing and infrastructure. If the bonds pass, University City will benefit in several ways, including a key I-85...
2016 city bonds include funding to build I-85 bridge
The 2016 Charlotte bond referendum includes money to build a new bridge between University Research Park and University Place at Doug Mayes Place. In this new video from University City Partners, learn how this bridge will help connect our business district and...
I-85 bridges will help link LYNX to Research Park businesses
The chasm separating Research Park workers and the North Tryon Street business district and light-rail line is being bridged - with help from city transportation bond packages. The I-85 South Bridge, funded with 2014 bonds, will open early next year. Funding for the...
Mostly good news about Tryon bridges, greenway, City Blvd
One done. One close. And one open. That's the short take on two major road projects and a related greenway. Done: Charlotte's extension of University City Boulevard to its future link to realigned Mallard Creek Road. Close: North Tryon Street bridges over Mallard...
Big expansion is reshaping nearby Concord Regional Airport
A major expansion under way at nearby Concord Regional Airport - including a new terminal and 700-space parking deck - will allow the facility to handle up to 30 commercial flights weekly, says a recent report by the Independent Tribune newspaper. With the...