Equitable Job Creation: Building a Thriving, Equitable Charlotte for All

Brendan K. Maginnis is committed to creating a more equitable Charlotte by delivering 8,000 well-paying jobs by 2030, prioritizing opportunities for non-degree holders in construction, logistics, and hospitality.

Our plan expands proven initiatives like the Corridors of Opportunity, investing $150 million to revitalize underserved neighborhoods.

By permanently pedestrianizing parts of Uptown, we'll boost tourism by 20%, adding $1.5 billion in economic impact and 2,000 jobs.

Through innovative partnerships with organizations like the Knight Foundation and Jobs for the Future, and new funding from federal grants and impact investing, Our vision ensures every Charlottean has access to opportunity, addressing our city’s economic mobility challenges while fostering inclusive growth.

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Affordable Housing: A Plan for Charlotte’s Future

Charlotte faces a critical shortage of 36,000 affordable housing units, with nearly half of our residents cost-burdened.

As Mayor, Brendan K. Maginnis will lead a transformative plan to address this crisis, building on successes like the Housing Trust Fund ($218M invested, 11,000+ units) and Charlotte Housing Opportunity Investment Fund (1,927 units created).

By scaling these programs with $75M biennial bonds and $100M in private investment, and introducing innovative solutions like 3D-printed homes, micro-units near transit hubs, community land trusts, and adaptive reuse of commercial spaces, we’ll deliver over 25,900 affordable units by 2035.

Funded by diverse sources—impact investments, federal grants, corporate pledges, and tax increment financing—this plan ensures long-term affordability and economic mobility for all Charlotteans.

Join us in creating a city where everyone has a place to call home.

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Public Safety Initiatives: A Safer, More Inclusive Charlotte for All

Brendan K. Maginnis is dedicated to building a Charlotte where every resident feels safe, supported, and empowered.

Our comprehensive public safety plan addresses the 24.7% homicide spike in 2024 by expanding proven programs like the Office of Violence Prevention and Child Development – Community Policing, investing $32 million in job training, small business grants, and digital equity to reduce crime through economic opportunity, and supporting our nearly 1,800 CMPD officers with take-home vehicles and outer carrier vests to boost morale and community trust.

Innovative pilots like the Charlotte Community Safety Agency and Office of Neighborhood Safety, inspired by Chicago and Albuquerque, bridge 304 officer vacancies by handling non-violent calls and preventing violence, targeting a 20% reduction in gun homicides by 2028.

By fostering youth engagement and equitable growth to address disparities like the 3.89 times higher arrest rates for Black residents, our $40 million plan aims for a 10% median income increase and safer streets for all.

Join us in creating a stronger, more inclusive Charlotte.

Transit and Infrastructure: A Connected, Equitable Charlotte for All

Charlotte’s transit system must serve all residents, not just a few.

Brendan K. Maginnis’ plan rejects the inequitable $25 billion transit proposal and its 1-cent sales tax hike, which burdens low-income families and sidelines communities like Matthews and east Charlotte.

Instead of the $1.38 billion Red Line, delayed until 2035 and favoring suburbs, Brendan proposes a cost-effective $1.2–$1.5 billion Blue Line extension to Carowinds, leveraging existing infrastructure to add 10,000–15,000 daily riders, generate $50–$100 million annually for south Charlotte, and boost Uptown tourism by $20–$30 million.

By prioritizing infrastructure upgrades—addressing 9.3% deficient bridges and a 75% bus ridership drop—and introducing free fares on major bus routes like 9, 11, and 16, inspired by Kansas City’s 20% ridership increase, Brendan ensures reliable, accessible transit. To enhance safety and reliability, a portion of the $200 million investment will allocate $20 million for security cameras, improved lighting at stops and stations, and emergency response training for drivers and staff, addressing rising transit incidents and ensuring safer rides for all Charlotteans, especially in underserved communities.

His innovative solutions, including high-quality bus rapid transit and microtransit, will connect transit deserts like north Mecklenburg, fostering an equitable, thriving Charlotte for all.

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Reducing Childcare Costs: A Strong Start for Our Kids, A Brighter Future for Our City

Brendan K. Maginnis is committed to making childcare affordable and accessible for all Charlotte families, ensuring no parent has to choose between work and caring for their children.

His bold plan expands the successful MECK Pre-K program by adding 1,000 seats annually, launches Charlotte 3-K for free or low-cost pre-K for 3-year-olds, and introduces the innovative Tri-Share program to cut childcare costs by 66% for working families.

By capping childcare expenses at 7% of income for families earning up to 575% of the federal poverty level, partnering with local large corporations for annual funding, and leveraging federal grants, Brendan’s plan saves low-income families up to $15,000 and middle-class households $3,000–$5,000 per year.

With new partnerships, we’ll target investments to underserved neighborhoods, boosting economic mobility and kindergarten readiness by 25%.

Join Us to build a Charlotte where every child thrives and every family prospers.

"Together for a Transparent, Thriving Charlotte"