Collected and spent
Not on file yet.
Where the money comes from
One tax.
Details
NCDOR — Current Sales and Use Tax Rates (official rate table; Mecklenburg 7.25% incl. 0.50% transit, footnote on 1% increase effective 7/1/2026)Who decides
The City says the old transit commission ended on July 1, 2026. The City names 12 trustees, the County six, and the state three. Six towns name one each. Mecklenburg County's commissioners levy the sales taxes for transit and roads, and voters must approve them. The County sends 60% of the newer 1% tax to this authority. It sends 40% to the area's cities and towns for roads. Voters do not elect this board. The board is appointed, not elected.
When decisions happen
The board's 2026 calendar lists each meeting date. Meetings begin at 6 p.m. unless the calendar notes otherwise.
How to reach it
Also on this tax bill
A Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) address pays these governments too. Which cities apply depends on the address.
On every bill in Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS)
On some bills, depending on the address
Cities: 7
Sources
Details
NCDOR — Current Sales and Use Tax Rates (official rate table; Mecklenburg 7.25% incl. 0.50% transit, footnote on 1% increase effective 7/1/2026)Details
NCDOR — Current Sales and Use Tax Rates (official rate table; Mecklenburg 7.25% incl. 0.50% transit, footnote on 1% increase effective 7/1/2026)To act on what you have read
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