ALT People are seated at picnic tables with umbrellas in a grassy outdoor area next to a brick building. More people are gathered nearby, socializing. The setting is a casual gathering with trees and string lights enhancing the ambiance.

ALT The image shows a cityscape of Charlotte, North Carolina, with various tall buildings under a clear blue sky. In the foreground, there is a park with trees and open green spaces. Overlaid text reads: "NEW: Charlotte City Council approves FY 2027 Budget in 9-2 vote."

ALT Close up of a tree, focused on the trees bark and looking up toward the green leaves above.

ALT A construction site with several workers operating a large machine. The site is next to an elevated road and a multi-story building. There is a sloped dirt area at the center.

ALT Charlotte cityscape featuring the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Government center and Bank of America tower against a sunny sky with white clouds.

ALT Skyline illustration featuring tall buildings under an orange sky. Text in the center reads "100 Safest Days of Summer," with "Deadliest" crossed out. The City of Charlotte logo is at the bottom.

ALT An American flag waving in the breeze against a cloudy sky. The text reads "Memorial Day" next to the "City of Charlotte" logo.

ALT A city street in Charlotte with high-rise buildings. A garbage truck is visible. Text states that Solid Waste Services will not collect on Monday, May 25, in observance of Memorial Day. For more information, visit link in caption.

ALT City of Charlotte FY2027 Proposed Budget announcement. A quote from City Manager Marcus Jones highlights the focus on maintaining high service levels and investing in public safety.

ALT The image is a graphic from the City of Charlotte. It states "1.89¢ property tax increase entirely dedicated to Public Safety Enhancements" in bold text. The bottom-left corner mentions "FY2027 Proposed Budget," with an arrow icon on the right.

ALT The image is a graphic titled "Top public safety highlights" from the City of Charlotte. It shows the proposed FY2027 budget including a 10% raise for CMPD officers, a 7% raise for CFD firefighters, $1.1 million for dash cams in police vehicles, and $4 million to replace firefighters' PPE (Personal Protective Equipment).

ALT A graphic about the FY2027 Proposed Budget. It informs that the budget requires a review before June 8 adoption. It invites resident participation in the May 11 FY2027 Budget Public Hearing and provides a link for more budget information at cltgov.me/proposedFY27.

ALT This image shows the West End Seafood Market, a brick building with a blue roof. The storefront features a vibrant mural depicting diverse historical figures. A picnic table with blue umbrellas and planters is in front.

ALT Drought Stage 2 poster from Charlotte Water titled "Mandatory Conservation." It outlines restrictions for lawns and pools, including specified watering days and times. The poster suggests customers avoid washing vehicles at home, operating water features, and organizing car wash fundraisers. Customers are advised to reduce indoor and outdoor water use and fix leaks. A gauge graphic is shown at the bottom of the poster.

ALT Aerial view of a forested suburban area with scattered houses in the foreground. In the distance, the skyline of Charlotte, North Carolina is visible, featuring tall buildings under a clear blue sky.

ALT A person wearing an Adidas cap and a green t-shirt is crouching and gardening. A white truck is seen parked in the background.

ALT A group of people are smiling and posing outdoors in a garden area. They are standing around a sign that reads "Butterfly Highway, North Carolina Wildlife Federation." Some are wearing caps and holding gardening tools. A dog is sitting in the front. The background is filled with trees and plants.

ALT A group of three people stand behind a table displaying various informational materials and promotional items related to Charlotte Water. The table includes pamphlets, buttons, pens, and a small spinning wheel.

ALT A graphic featuring a woman talking to youth. The woman is clearly visible while the youth are obscured by a hazy blue filter. Text reads 'Open a Door, Launch a Career' and 'Host a MYEP Intern' next to the Charlotte crown.

ALT Governor Josh Stein is handing an award to the SMBC CEO at a podium. Three other people are seated nearby, clapping.

ALT A group of Charlotte and state officials stand in a row on a stage.

ALT A group of people seated in rows facing an indoor stage with a podium. The person at the podium, Secretary Lee Lilley, is speaking.

ALT Governor Josh Stein standing at a clear podium speaking into microphones. Two other people are seated behind, one applauding.