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Keeping Up With Cornelius: February 21 Newsletter

Meet Jody, the Town's Special Events Manager. Also included in this edition: Mobile Food Pantry (02/23), Aluminum Can Recycling Month, Low Income Energy Assistance Program, March Coffee Chat, and MCPH's new vaccine waitlist.

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How New Road Signs Promote Safer Cycling

The Town's former "Share the Road" signs, which broadcasted an ambiguous message to both drivers and cyclists, have been replaced with a new, clearer message: "Bikes May Use Full Lane."

"Share the Road" has long been a common sight on busy streets where cars and bikes must travel in the same lane. More recent research shows that the sign actually contributes to conflict between motorists and cyclists. "Bikes May Use Full L...

Hazardous Waste Disposal for Businesses

Does your business need to dispose of hazardous waste? And what is hazardous waste? It can be as simple as fluorescent lightbulbs and paint, or rechargeable batteries you use in your tools.

Businesses do not enjoy the exemptions that residential owners do and can be held responsible for improper disposal of hazardous waste, like fertilizers and cleaners. Appointments for disposal are available for April 22, between 8 a.m. and 3 p.m. ...

Low Income Energy Assistance Program

Mecklenburg County's Department of Social Services is disbursing LIEAP funds to eligible households to help with their immediate home energy needs, so they won’t have to choose between heating their homes and buying other necessities.

Qualified applicants can take advantage of this one-time, direct vendor payment in the amount of $300, $400, or $500 (depending on the primary heating source). Applications will be accepted through March 31, 2021. Individuals who are homebound or unable t...

Bailey Rd. / Hwy 115 Construction Underway

The Town of Cornelius and its contractor, NJR Group, are scheduled to begin construction on the intersection of Bailey Road and NC Highway 115 on Monday, January 18, 2021.

This project, which was originally slated to begin in early 2020, will increase capacity to the intersection by adding or extending turn lanes at all four approaches. 

For the first three to four weeks of the project, there should be no impact on ...

Home Repair for Eligible Homeowners

Is your house in need of serious repairs? The PTRC Housing Rehabilitation Program may be able to help.

 This program is for homeowners in Mecklenburg County and excludes homes within the Charlotte city limits. Deadlines to be approved for work are 12/31/2022 with work to be complete by 06/30/2023.  The PTRC Community Development departmen...

Now Hiring Police Officers

The Cornelius Police Department is now hiring for Police Officers. 

Interested in applying? Complete our Police Officer Interest Card send your information to our department.  

Cornelius Police Department is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Now Hiring Telecommunicators

The Cornelius Police Department is now hiring for full-time and part-time telecommunicators. 

Interested in applying? Complete our Full-Time Interest Card or our Part-Time Interest Card to send your information to our department. &nbs...

Cornelius Police Take Precautions Amid Growing COVID-19 Concerns

As concern about the COVID-19 outbreak continues to grow, the Town of Cornelius has made adjustments to several Town meetings, programs, activities and events. 

The Cornelius Police Department is temporarily suspending the service of taking pre-em...