Falls are more than just a stumble; they’re a leading cause of injury for adults aged 65 and older, with one in four older adults experiencing a fall each year. While the statistics are sobering, there’s a hopeful message at the heart of this issue…
The U.S. Economic Development Administration has released its FY25 Disaster Supplemental Notice of Funding Opportunity, making $1.45 billion available nationwide for communities impacted by…
This year marks a monumental milestone in our nation’s commitment to older adults: the 60th anniversary of the Older Americans Act (OAA). Enacted in 1965 and created in response to growing concerns about the lack of community-based services for older adults…
On July 1, Centralina Regional Council moved to the implementation phase of its new Strategic Plan. With that, the organization introduced the Strategic Engagement & Technical Services (SETS) department. At its core, SETS focuses on member and organizational goals and initiatives related to people, processes and policy. The realignment maximizes…
This August, residents across the greater Charlotte region are invited to breathe easier by participating in Fresh Air Rides: a month-long challenge that promotes clean air and healthy transportation habits. Participants can earn entries for prizes simply by taking smarter trips, like packing lunch instead of driving out, using transit or coordinating a…
We are proud to announce that three Centralina-led initiatives have received 2025 NADO Impact Awards from the National Association of Development Organizations. These prestigious awards celebrate innovative projects that enhance regional resilience and improve quality of life across the country.
In addition to project accolades, Centralina’s leadership has also received national recognition. Executive Director…
Centralina Regional Council is proud to share that our City of Albemarle Staffing Study has been selected as a recipient of the 2025 NADO Impact Award in the Local Government category.
Completed between September 2024 and March 2025, the staffing study was…
We are proud to announce that Centralina Area Agency on Aging’s Home Safety and Repair Program has been honored with a 2025 National Association of Development Organizations Impact Award in the category of Aging, Health and Human Services.
This national recognition celebrates innovative and impactful projects that promote…
Centralina Regional Council has been honored with the prestigious Aliceann Wohlbruck NADO Impact Award for its CONNECT Centralina Regional Transportation Demand Management (TDM) Plan: a groundbreaking initiative that reshapes how residents across the region move through their communities.
As the first regional TDM program in the area…
Centralina’s Integrated Mobility Center is taking bold steps to transform how residents move throughout our region with the introduction of mobility hubs. But what exactly is a mobility hub, and why should your community consider applying for funds to have your own?
When a construction or repair contract over $300,000 involves a building, the procurement and contract are subject to additional requirements under N.C.G.S. 143-128. Therefore, this question must be answered to determine whether the additional statutory requirements apply to this procurement scenario.
The micro-purchase threshold is a federal procurement threshold under which competitive procurement is not required. The default micro-purchase threshold is $15,000, but local governments may increase the micro-purchase threshold up to $50,000. An explanation of increasing the micro-purchase threshold and a template for the required annual self-certification is available here.