Insights

In the Senate, our team discussed Centralina’s 2025 Advocacy Agenda with the offices of Senators Thom Tillis and Ted Budd. This agenda includes support for the reauthorization of the Older Americans Act and the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act.  Centralina has strong relationships with both Senate offices…

This annual joint MPO roundtable has been a long-running tradition that celebrates collaboration between the organizations as they look to better connect our roads, communities, and most importantly, our people. The event included contributions from City of Gastonia, CRTPO, NC Department of Transportation (NCDOT) and business representatives from the Charlotte Regional Business Alliance and Gaston Business Association…

The City of Gastonia was awarded the Clean Cities award for its forward-thinking approach to public transportation, particularly through the implementation of its on-demand microtransit system, GoGastonia. By leveraging cutting-edge technology and efficient transportation models, Gastonia has set a new standard for getting around efficiently and effectively…

March is Women’s History Month, a time to celebrate the contributions of women to our region, communities and lives. We’d like to take this time to thank the women that serve in our local governments as elected officials and public administrators, and those who go the extra mile on our Board of Delegates…

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…

Centralina Regional Council seeks an experienced and dynamic local government leader for the position of Director of Government Affairs & Engagement.  The Director will provide leadership of the department and direct its core functions: local government services, inter-governmental relations, communications and board administration. The candidate must understand the importance of building positive relationships within the region and exhibit strong organizational and problem-solving skills.