Charlotte - Subject to local approval, revises various provisions of the charter of the City of Charlotte relating to its corporate powers; the city council; the city clerk; codification of ordinances; duties of mayor; city court, judge, and court clerk; and budgeting, centralized purchasing, and taxes. - Amends Chapter 154 of the Private Acts of 1955; as amended.

Summary

The bill amends the 1955 private act that serves as Charlotte’s city charter, redefining who can vote, granting the city authority to levy general‑purpose property taxes, borrow money, and manage property and public works. It also restructures the city council to a mayor plus six council members, outlines their meeting and subpoena powers, and makes the mayor responsible for appointing the city clerk. These changes aim to clarify municipal powers and governance, pending local approval.

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