At home, Centralina Regional Council is taking a proactive approach to advocating for our region and supporting local governments in their own advocacy efforts. In a recent Centralina Learns, we invited our consultants to share tips for productive federal and state advocacy and engagement with local government staff…
Every second of every day, an older adult falls. Data shows that 80 billion dollars is spent each year on fall injuries and related medical care. Data also shows that the fall rates of older adults are steadily increasing and so is the older adult population, especially in North Carolina…
On February 26, 2025, Centralina Regional Council hosted a Centralina Learns event that brought together local leaders and federal, state and local emergency management professionals to discuss strategies for strengthening economic resilience…
Centralina Workforce Development Board’s NextGen program provides the best possible opportunity to find a job and keep it for eligible youth between the ages of 16 and 24. Through this program, staff members help students learn to set and accomplish goals, understand how to be a responsible employee and start down a solid career path…
Let Centralina do the heavy lifting for your local government staff. Our services cover budget preparation, code enforcement, land use planning and so much more.
The video below highlights just a few of the ways that your departments can benefit from our wide array of services. Ready to get started? Email info@centralina.org.
In 2021, the Town of Indian Trail received $12.7 million through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) to offset negative effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. Of this amount, $10 million was used to support non-profits and service organizations throughout the community. Since 2022, the Town has assisted numerous non-profits, service organizations, schools and first responders in providing additional resources to residents in Indian Trail and Union County, focusing on the most vulnerable populations, including children, senior citizens and those experiencing food and shelter needs.
In May of 2023, the Town of Davidson Police Department announced the implementation of a new Co-Responder Program. The Co-Responder program is housed within the Davidson Police Department (DPD) and utilizes a unique relationship between law enforcement officers and a trained clinician who provides a mobile, community-based service focused on mental health, substance use and situational crisis intervention services.
From historic neighborhoods and civil rights landmarks to museums and dedicated institutions, our region is rich with Black history. Between Centralina’s nine counties, there are countless sites that serve as essential touchpoints for education and reflection. This Black History Month, we invite you to learn about, honor and celebrate the stories that have shaped our communities. Here are three to get you started:
COORDINATE Our Future is a collaborative, regional effort to develop land use, population and employment inputs for the Metrolina Regional Travel Demand Model. Outputs from the model provide the basis for decision-making around transportation planning and investments for the transportation planning organizations across the greater Charlotte region.
One in three older adults are economically insecure and have incomes 200% below the federal poverty level. In addition, older adults are often the target of financial fraud. Understanding the importance of economic security begins with avoiding scams, utilizing basic money management and finding planning tools that work for individual needs. Centralina AAA has partnered with NCOA and Bank of America to pilot the Savvy Saving Seniors program, helping seniors develop smart financial management skills.