Waxhaw's Board of Commissioners Meeting - June 9, 2026 6:30PM

The Town of Waxhaw Board of Commissioners held a meeting on June 9, 2026, where key procurement and budgetary matters were addressed. The board reviewed and adopted the fiscal year 2026-2027 operating budget with a total of approximately $26.47 million, incorporating cost reductions to maintain the tax rate at 29 cents per $100 valuation. Additionally, they approved a capital improvement budget ordinance appropriating nearly $6 million from reserves for various infrastructure projects, primarily road improvements. The meeting also included approval of a unit agreement with Union County Library for a book drop-off and pick-up unit at the soon-to-open Learning Center, enhancing community access to library services. Other procurement-related discussions involved repealing animal licensing ordinances to reduce administrative burdens and adopting amendments to board procedures and local planning authority resolutions. The board also approved a new merit pay strategy linked to performance and strategic priorities. No new contract awards or RFPs were reported. The meeting concluded with leadership reports on financial status and building permits, highlighting prudent fiscal management and ongoing infrastructure investments.