Charlotte's New City Council
Jan 4, 2021 the Charlotte City Council will consider the adoption of the Citizen Advisory Committee on Governance (CACG) recommendations for restructuring the Charlotte City Council structure
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Summary Of The Recommendation
Redistricting
Increase from 7 to 8 Districts with 3 At-Large Representatives.
Districts should have relatively even partisan balance.
Terms
Four-year terms with staggered nonpartisan elections with two term limits.
Compensation
Mayor total compensation increased from $45,096 to $56,431.
City Council total compensation increased from $33,915 to $48,563.
November Referendum
Possible 2021 Timeline:
• Resolution of Intent - May or June
• Public Hearing - June or July
• Adopt Ordinance - August 9 or September 13
• Referendum Election - November 2