County Offices Closed for Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Cane Creek Park Campground to Close Temporarily for Safety Maintenance
Guests of the Cane Creek Park Campground, including the family camping area, wilderness camping, group camping, and rustic cabins, must vacate the premises by 3 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 16. We apologize for any inconvenience, but the campground is undergoing maintenance and will be closed from Wednesday, Jan. 17 through Thursday, Jan. 25. Read the full news story.
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Upcoming Board of County Commissioners' Meeting
The Union County Board of Commissioners' regular meeting that is normally held on the third Monday of the month has been rescheduled to Tuesday, Jan. 16, due to the Martin Luther King Jr. holiday, when county offices will be closed. The Board's agenda will contain several items of interest, including:
Fluoride in Drinking Water
A large number of public water systems throughout the country, including Union County, apply fluoride to drinking water. Some residents have expressed concerns about this practice. The Board of Commissioners will hear information about fluoridation in drinking water while deliberating whether to continue this practice.
Union County 2050 Plan
Union County's 2050 Comprehensive Plan was adopted by the Board of Commissioners in August 2021, following a robust public engagement process. On Jan. 16 and continuing as needed, the Board of Commissioners will take time during their regular scheduled meetings to hear updates on the plan. The Board may direct staff to implement the plan as written or to make adjustments that align with the Board's current vision and goals for Union County's future.
Continued Funding for Union County Express
The Union County Express (Route 74X) provides commuter bus service between Indian Trail and uptown Charlotte. The route is operated by the Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) through a joint funding agreement between Union County and the Town of Indian Trail. Staff will seek the Board of Commissioners’ feedback on whether to continue funding the route in the next budget year, which begins on July 1.
Retirement of Fire Marshal Kevin Rigoli and K9 Camden
The Board will recognize Fire Marshal Kevin Rigoli and accelerant detection K9 Camden, who are retiring together from public service.
Click here to view the full meeting agenda. Individuals who wish to speak may register in advance. The meeting will be streamed live on YouTube.
New Feature on County Website:
"Find Your Municipality"
A new search feature is now available on our website to help determine if a property is inside a municipality or in the unincorporated area of Union County. Because street addresses do not necessarily align with municipal boundaries, this information can be tricky. Fortunately, this data is now searchable in an easy-to-use format.
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Christmas Bureau
This past holiday season, the Union County Christmas Bureau helped 1,533 eligible families by providing gifts and food items for holiday meals. Check out this short video for more stats from the past season.
Thank you to all of our volunteers, community members, local businesses, and churches for helping support the Union County Christmas Bureau in 2023!
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Hot Jobs
Earn great pay and benefits while serving your community in a job that makes a difference in our community. Union County has a wide variety of positions and offers long-term stability. Click here to view all current openings.
Make a Difference in Mental Health
As a Behavioral Health Therapist, you'll provide compassionate care and support to students facing mental health challenges. You’ll collaborate with the school social worker, school counselor and teachers to meet the needs of the student and guide them toward a path of healing and wellness.
Empower Our Youth
Join our team as a School Social Worker and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of students. You'll work closely with school counselors, behavioral health therapists, teachers, and other key staff to create a nurturing environment for our students.
Do you find joy in helping people?
Consider applying as an Eligibility Specialist for Union County Social Services. You will be the first point of contact for individuals and families seeking assistance with food, health care and other essential needs.
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