Chair (District 4)· 2018–present (cycle default: NC terms begin first Monday in December)
Mark Jerrell
Mecklenburg County
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At a glance
- News mentions
- 0
Voice
- Meetings spoken in
- 23
- Total speaking time
- 9:48:08
- Avg per meeting
- 25:34
- Segments
- 10564
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Top issues during term (20)
Morrison YMCA Preservation
The county has significant stakes in shared park fields and programming that could be lost if the facility is sold to a private buyer.
FY 2026-2027 County Budget and Tax Rate
Financial impacts will depend on subsequent budget policy directions.
Economic Development Incentives for Major Employers
The county has committed $104 million in workforce development initiatives for 2026.
State Budget Impacts and SNAP Cost-Sharing Penalties
Could cost Mecklenburg taxpayers roughly $70 million a year — equivalent to more than a two-cent property tax increase.
2027 Property Revaluation
Directly impacts property tax assessments and distribution of property tax burdens for all county property owners starting in 2027.
Brooklyn Village Phase I Redevelopment Update
No county cost identified tonight, but Chair Jerrell noted any added affordability would require county subsidy.
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools FY2027 Appropriation Request
Involves approximately $700 million in operating funds and debt service provided by county taxpayers to CMS.
Property Tax Levy Limit Referendum and State Report
Could cap county budget growth and squeeze funding for schools, parks, and services in one of the nation's fastest-growing counties.
Park and Recreation Commission Annual Report & Infrastructure Needs
Involves ongoing capital and operating investments in park land acquisition, facility maintenance, and turf replacement.
election turnout
While voting itself is free, the low turnout means a small group of voters will decide how millions in local tax dollars get spent.
Shuffletown Park Construction Contract
Contract value per the certified bid tabulation; specific amount not stated in the discussion.
Atrium Health behavioral health hospital
No county funding required; a $340 million private investment.
County land acquisitions for parks, housing, and CMS
$31.78 million combined in land purchases.
Lake Wylie water quality and interbasin transfer
The commission wants a $10,000 increase per county, from $25,000 to $35,000 annually.
I-77 South Express Project State Legislation Update
Potential significant damage and disruption to millions of dollars in prior park and greenway investments.
State Film Industry Challenges
Loss of jobs and economic activity from departing film productions.
election voting
No direct financial impact on taxpayers is associated with the commencement of routine voting.
election
There is no direct financial impact from this voter guide, though election outcomes ultimately influence local tax rates and municipal budgets.
Code Enforcement and Permit Tracking Enhancements
None directly requested; operations are fully fee-funded.
Medic Ambulance Transport Billing and Operations
Potential system changes could require multi-million dollar investments in unit hours and station infrastructure.
Decisions during term (341)
Recorded while Jerrell was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
Order of the Hornet Induction - Everett Blackmon
Land Acquisition - Tax Parcel 149-094-32 from Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools
Land Acquisition - Tax Parcel 143-126-02 from RBM Skyline Investors LLC
Reappointment - Adult Care Home Community Advisory Committee
Nomination - Board of Equalization and Review
Street Lighting Final Assessment - Eight Subdivisions
NCACC Legislative Goals Conference Voting Delegates
Unrestricted Contingency Funding Request - Center for Community Transitions
Consent Agenda (items not pulled)
Grant Application - NC DHHS Family Planning Services (26-0520)
Budget Amendment - General Fund Balance Appropriation (26-0521)
Construction Contract - Shuffletown Park (26-0524)
ICO4MCH Grant Application (26-0525)
Dry-Cleaning Solvent Cleanup Act Petition - 901 E. 4th Street (26-0527)
Settlement - Property Damage Claim, AC Units (26-0547)
Settlement - Property Damage Claim, Copper Wiring (26-0550)
Adoption of 2027 Schedule of Values, Standards, and Rules
General Obligation Solid Waste Bonds Public Hearing and Bond Order
Appointments to Women's Advisory Board
Appointments to Information Services and Technology Advisory Committee
Voting record (20)
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