Council Special Meeting - June 18, 2026

The City of Charlotte held a special City Council meeting on June 18, 2026, focused primarily on interviewing candidates for the interim mayor position. Five nominees were interviewed in a structured process where council members asked uniform questions, with follow-up inquiries allowed. The candidates discussed key city issues including public safety, transportation (notably the I-77 corridor), affordable housing, economic development, and the importance of intergovernmental relationships. Several candidates emphasized the need for transparent communication, consensus-building, and balancing growth with equity. The council also deliberated on the voting process for appointing the interim mayor, ultimately agreeing on a runoff system involving the top two vote-getters if no candidate receives a majority. Additionally, the council planned to move the mayoral appointment vote earlier in the agenda on the upcoming Monday meeting to accommodate public participation. No direct procurement, contract awards, or budget allocations were discussed during this meeting.