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Board Committees

Per policy of the Mecklenburg Board of County Commissioners, the Board may maintain standing committees as determined by a majority vote of the Board. The Board may also establish non-standing (“ad-hoc”) committees as determined by a majority vote of the Board. Each committee includes 4 Commissioners, with one member serving as the Chair of the Committee. Members of each committee are appointed by the Chairman.

The Mecklenburg County Board of Commissioners currently has four standing committees, the Health and Human Services Committee, Economic Development Committee, the Intergovernmental Relations Committee and the Environmental Stewardship Committee.

There are three ad-hoc committees, the Performance Review Committee (formerly the Compensation Committee), the Equity Investments Committee, and the Audit Review Committee.




Audit Review Committee

Responsible for the financial reporting process, the system of internal control, the audit process and Mecklenburg County's process for monitoring compliance with laws, regulations and the Code of Ethics.

  • Commissioner Laura Meier (Chair)
  • Commissioner Pat Cotham
  • Commissioner Vilma D. Leake
  • Commissioner Arthur Griffin
  • Public Member: Chad Hendrix

This committee meets the first Tuesday four times a year from 2-3:30 p.m. unless otherwise communicated.

Staff support: Michael Bryant

Meeting Documents:
  
  
ARC Sept. 7, 2022 Agenda.pdfARC Sept. 7, 2022 Agenda
ARC June 22, 2022 Agenda.pdfARC June 22, 2022 Agenda
ARC Feb. 1, 2022 Agenda.pdfARC Feb. 1, 2022 Agenda
Upcoming Meetings
Date Time For Questions and Special Accomodations
September 6, 2023 2:00 p.m. Contact: David.Boyd@MeckNC.gov



Economic Development Committee

Responsible for making recommendations that contribute to business and job growth in Mecklenburg County.

  • Commissioner Susan Rodriguez-McDowell (Chair)
  • Commissioner Mark Jerrell
  • Commissioner Leigh Altman
  • Commissioner Laura Meier

This committee meets the first Tuesday of every month from 3:30-5 p.m. and the third Tuesday of every month from 2:30-3:30 p.m. unless otherwise communicated.

Staff support: Leslie Johnson, Timmothy Tibbs and Keisha Whitley

Meeting Documents:
  
  
EDC Feb. 7, 2023 Agenda.pdfEDC Feb. 7, 2023 Agenda
EDC Jan. 18, 2023 Meeting Minutes.pdfEDC Jan. 18, 2023 Meeting Minutes
EDC Dec. 6, 2022 Agenda.pdfEDC Dec. 6, 2022 Agenda
EDC Dec. 6, 2022 BIP Update.pdfEDC Dec. 6, 2022 BIP Update
EDC Nov. 15, 2022 Agenda.pdfEDC Nov. 15, 2022 Agenda
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Upcoming Meetings
Date Time For Questions and Special Accomodations
March 7, 2923 3:30 p.m. Contact: Megan.Witt@MeckNC.Gov
March 21, 2023 3:30 p.m. Contact: Megan.Witt@MeckNC.Gov
April 4, 2023 3:30 p.m. Contact: Megan.Witt@MeckNC.Gov
April 18, 2023 3:30 p.m. Contact: Megan.Witt@MeckNC.Gov
May 2, 2023 3:30 p.m. Contact: Megan.Witt@MeckNC.Gov
May 16, 2023 3:30 p.m. Contact: Megan.Witt@MeckNC.Gov
June 6, 2023 3:30 p.m. Contact: Megan.Witt@MeckNC.Gov




Environmental Stewardship Committee

Responsible for making recommendations that sustain and enhance the environment in a manner that conserves and protects our air, water, land and biological resources.

  • Commissioner Elaine Powell (Chair)
  • Commissioner Mark Jerrell
  • Commissioner Susan Rodriguez-McDowell
  • Commissioner Leigh Altman

This committee meets the second Tuesday of each month from 12:30-2 p.m. unless otherwise communicated.

Staff support: Leslie Johnson and Erin Stanforth

Meeting Documents:
  
  
ESC March 14, 2023 Agenda.pdfESC March 14, 2023 Agenda
ESC Feb. 15, 2023 Agenda.pdfESC Feb. 15, 2023 Agenda
ESC Jan. 10, 2023 Agenda.pdfESC Jan. 10, 2023 Agenda
ESC Dec. 13, 2022 Agenda.pdfESC Dec. 13, 2022 Agenda
ESC Nov. 9, 2022 Agenda.pdfESC Nov. 9, 2022 Agenda
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Upcoming Meetings
Date Time For Questions and Special Accomodations
March 14, 2023 12:30 p.m. Contact: Kathleen.Hunt@MeckNC.Gov
April 11, 2023 12:30 p.m. Contact: Kathleen.Hunt@MeckNC.Gov
May 2, 2023 12:30 p.m. Contact: Kathleen.Hunt@MeckNC.Gov
June 13, 2023 12:30 p.m. Contact: Kathleen.Hunt@MeckNC.Gov



Equity Investments Committee

Mecklenburg County’s FY2022 Budget includes $2 million for equity investments that align to the goals of the County’s Equity Action Plan. This Ad Hoc Committee was established to evaluate and make recommendations to the Board of County Commissioners as to how to appropriate the $2 million for equity investments. The Committee’s final recommendation for investments will align with the goals listed in the Equity Action Plan and will need approval from the Mecklenburg Board of County Commissioners before the funds are disbursed.

  • Commissioner George Dunlap (Chair)
  • Commissioner Mark Jerrell
  • Commissioner Susan Rodriguez-McDowell
  • Commissioner Laura Meier

Meeting Schedule TBD.

Staff support: Dena Diorio and Derrick Ramos

Meeting Documents:
  
  
Equity Investments Ad Hoc Dec. 15, 2022  Agenda.pdfEquity Investments Ad Hoc Dec. 15, 2022 Agenda
Equity Investments Ad Hoc Oct. 25, 2022 Agenda.pdfEquity Investments Ad Hoc Oct. 25, 2022 Agenda
Equity Investments 9-16 Presentation.pdfEquity Investments 9-16 Presentation
Equity Investments Ad Hoc April 7, 2022 Agenda.pdfEquity Investments Ad Hoc April 7, 2022 Agenda
Systemic Racism in Mecklenburg County Government.pdfSystemic Racism in Mecklenburg County Government
Upcoming Meetings
Date Time For Questions and Special Accomodations
No meetings scheduled at this time Contact: Derrick.Ramos@MeckNC.Gov



Health and Human Services Committee

Responsible for making recommendations to improve the health and well-being of Mecklenburg County residents with emphasis on children, seniors and families.

  • Commissioner Arthur Griffin (Chair)
  • Commissioner Vilma D. Leake
  • Commissioner Elaine Powell
  • Commissioner Laura Meier

This committee meets the third Tuesday of every month from 1:00-2:30 p.m. unless otherwise communicated.

Staff support: Anthony Trotman

 Meeting Documents:
  
  
HHS March 21, 2023 Medicaid Overview.pdfHHS March 21, 2023 Medicaid OverviewNew
HHS March 21, 2023 Agenda.pdfHHS March 21, 2023 AgendaNew
HHS March 21, 2023 Medicaid Managed Care.pdfHHS March 21, 2023 Medicaid Managed CareNew
HHS Feb. 21, 2023 Agenda.pdfHHS Feb. 21, 2023 Agenda
HHS Feb. 21, 2023 CRC Presentation.pdfHHS Feb. 21, 2023 CRC Presentation
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Upcoming Meetings
Date Time For Questions and Special Accomodations
January 17, 2023 1:00 p.m. Contact: Taia.Crews@MeckNC.Gov
February 21, 2023 1:00 p.m. Contact: Taia.Crews@MeckNC.Gov
March 21, 2023 1:00 p.m. Contact: Taia.Crews@MeckNC.Gov
April 18, 2023 1:00 p.m. Contact: Taia.Crews@MeckNC.Gov
May 16, 2023 1:00 p.m. Contact: Taia.Crews@MeckNC.Gov
June 20, 2023 1:00 p.m. Contact: Taia.Crews@MeckNC.Gov
August 15, 2023 1:00 p.m. Contact: Taia.Crews@MeckNC.Gov
September 19, 2023 1:00 p.m. Contact: Taia.Crews@MeckNC.Gov
October 17, 2023 1:00 p.m. Contact: Taia.Crews@MeckNC.Gov
November 21, 2023 1:00 p.m. Contact: Taia.Crews@MeckNC.Gov
December 19, 2023 1:00 p.m. Contact: Taia.Crews@MeckNC.Gov




Intergovernmental Relations Committee

Responsible for helping coordinate the intergovernmental relations between and among Mecklenburg County and all the governing bodies operating within the County at the federal, state and local levels.

  • Commissioner Mark Jerrell (Chair)
  • Commissioner Vilma D. Leake
  • Commissioner Susan Rodriguez-McDowell
  • Commissioner Laura Meier

This committee meets on the first Thursday of each month from 1-2:30 p.m. unless otherwise communicated.

Staff support: Dena Diorio/Derrick Ramos and Starla Tanner

Meeting Documents:
  
  
IGR March 10, 2023 Agenda.pdfIGR March 10, 2023 Agenda
IGR Feb. 2 2023 Agenda.pdfIGR Feb. 2 2023 Agenda
IGR Feb. 2, 2023 2023 Proposed Legislative Agenda Presentation.pdfIGR Feb. 2, 2023 2023 Proposed Legislative Agenda Presentation
IGR Feb. 2, 2023 Proposed Legislative Agenda.pdfIGR Feb. 2, 2023 Proposed Legislative Agenda
IGR Jan. 19, 2023 2023 Legislative Primer Presentation.pdfIGR Jan. 19, 2023 2023 Legislative Primer Presentation
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Upcoming Meetings
Date Time For Questions and Special Accomodations
October 6, 2022 1:00 p.m. Contact: Starla.Tanner@MeckNC.Gov
November 3, 2022 1:00 p.m. Contact: Starla.Tanner@MeckNC.Gov
November 29, 2022 1:00 p.m. Contact: Starla.Tanner@MeckNC.Gov




Performance Review Committee

Responsible for reviewing the performance of the County Manager.

  • Commissioner Leigh Altman (Chair)
  • Commissioner Pat Cotham
  • Commissioner Arthur Griffin
  • Commissioner Elaine Powell

This committee meets annually unless otherwise communicated.

Staff support: Derrick Ramos

Meeting Documents:
  
  
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Upcoming Meetings
Date Time For Questions and Special Accomodations
No meetings scheduled at this time Contact: Derrick.Ramos@MeckNC.Gov










Address

Office Location:

Charlotte Mecklenburg Government Center
600 East 4th Street
Charlotte NC 28202
Hours: Mon-Fri 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Contact

Clerk to the Board
980-314-2939