View the February 20, 2026, Town Manager's Report.
The next Town Manager's Report is scheduled for Friday, March 6.
The Indian Trail Town Manager's Report is distributed twice per month on the opposite weeks of the Town Council meetings. The purpose of the report is to provide the Town Council and Indian Trail residents with an update on projects and other activities happening throughout the Town.
View the February 6, 2026, Town Manager's Report.
The next Town Manager's Report is scheduled for Friday, February 20.
The Indian Trail Town Manager's Report is distributed twice per month on the opposite weeks of the Town Council meetings. The purpose of the report is to provide the Town Council and Indian Trail residents with an update on projects and other activities happening throughout the Town.
The Indian Trail Town Hall will operate on a delayed start tomorrow, opening at 11 a.m., due to the threat of wet roads refreezing overnight and in the early morning hours.
The Indian Trail Town Hall will be closed on Monday, Feb. 2, 2026, due to lingering impacts from Winter Storm Gianna. Many services, including online service requests, applications, and permits, are available on the Town's website, www.indiantrail.org.
Additionally, Waste Connections will not run its routes tomorrow, Feb. 2. No solid waste or recycling/yard waste will be picked up. Waste Connections will operate on a one-day delay the remainder of the week. Regular Monday service will occur on Tuesday, regular Tuesday service will occur on Wednesday, and so on.
Friday Customers Only: Your solid waste will be picked up on Saturday, Feb. 7. Since your pickup was missed last week, Waste Connections will collect any extra bags of trash placed outside your trash cart. We apologize for these delays and the inconvenience. We appreciate your patience during these back-to-back winter storms.
While much of the snow has melted off the roads and sidewalks today, temperatures are expected to drop to below freezing overnight. Any standing water will refreeze, causing hazardous travel conditions. The Town will continue to monitor the roadways and treat any key areas of concern, including high-traffic intersections and bridge/culvert crossings.
For the latest information and official updates, residents are encouraged to monitor our website and the Town of Indian Trail Facebook page.
Waste Connections has informed the Town that they will not pick up any solid waste tomorrow, Saturday, Jan. 31, due to the predicted heavy snowfall. All Waste Connections operations in the greater Charlotte region will be closed.
Due to the pickup delay earlier this week, residents who have regular Friday pickup will not receive service this week.
Waste Connections will return to normal operations on Monday. This means that their regular Monday routes will occur on Monday, and they will resume a normal pickup schedule for the remainder of the week.
Friday customers who were missed this week: We apologize for this inconvenience. Waste Connections will pick up any additional trash you have next Friday. If you don’t have any more room in your trash can, you can place any extra bags next to it, and they will be picked up.
The February 2026 issue of the Town Hall Bulletin is now available!
The February issue includes:
Out of an abundance of caution, the Town of Indian Trail is closing all facilities on Saturday, Jan. 31, and Sunday, Feb. 1, due to predicted inclement weather. The US National Weather Service Office out of Greenville-Spartanburg, SC, is predicting:
The Town's Public Works Department will pretreat key areas of concern, including high-traffic intersections and bridge and culvert crossings. Additionally, the Town will remain in constant communication with Union County Emergency Management and the Union County Sheriff’s Office throughout the weekend, and crews will be on-call if needed.
Visit Union County's website for Winter Weather Preparedness Tips and stay weather-aware by signing up for UC Alerts.
The Town Council meeting scheduled for tomorrow, Jan. 27, has been CANCELED due to the potential for icy roads when temperatures drop below freezing. The Council will meet again on its regularly scheduled day, Tuesday, Feb. 10, 2026, at 6:30 p.m.
Additionally, the Indian Trail Town Hall will operate on a delayed start tomorrow, opening at 11 a.m. We apologize for any inconvenience.
Due to expected icy conditions, Waste Connections will not run its routes tomorrow, Jan. 26. No solid waste or recycling/yard waste will be picked up.
Waste Connections will operate on a one-day delay the remainder of the week. Regular Monday service will occur on Tuesday, regular Tuesday service will occur on Wednesday, and so on.
If your pickup is missed, please contact Waste Connections at 704-708-5872 Option 5.
The Indian Trail Town Hall will be closed on Monday, Jan. 26, 2026, due to lingering impacts from Winter Storm Fern, including icy roads and potential power outages.
Please remain weather-aware and avoid unnecessary travel if possible. Sign up for UC Alerts for free emergency alerts and weather updates.
View the January 23, 2026, Town Manager's Report.
The next Town Manager's Report is scheduled for Friday, February 6.
The Indian Trail Town Manager's Report is distributed twice per month on the opposite weeks of the Town Council meetings. The purpose of the report is to provide the Town Council and Indian Trail residents with an update on projects and other activities happening throughout the Town.
Winter weather is heading for Indian Trail and much of North Carolina, with current forecasts calling for mostly ice and sleet in our area. The effects of the storm could span from Saturday morning (Jan. 24) through Monday afternoon (Jan. 26), with the potential for hazardous travel and power outages.
Out of an abundance of caution, Crooked Creek Park will be closed on Sunday, Jan. 25, and Monday, Jan. 26. This proactive decision is being made to ensure the safety of our residents and staff.
The Indian Trail Town Hall will be closed on Monday, Jan. 26, and all programs scheduled for Monday have been canceled.
Due to expected icy conditions, Waste Connections will not run its routes tomorrow, Jan. 26. No solid waste or recycling/yard waste will be picked up. Waste Connections will operate on a one-day delay the remainder of the week.
The Town’s Public Works crews have prepared several trucks with salt-sand spreaders ahead of the storm. The crews will pretreat Town-owned roads at key intersections, on steep hills, and at bridge and culvert crossings.
The Town will remain in constant communication with Union County Emergency Management and the Union County Sheriff’s Office throughout the weekend, and crews will be on-call if needed.
The Public Works crews will re-treat any areas of concern on Monday for the morning commute.
Stay safe and warm, Indian Trail!
Union County Commissioners have declared a State of Emergency ahead of Winter Storm Fern, which will go into effect Saturday, January 24, at 7 a.m. Mayor David Cohn has consented to extend this declaration into the Town of Indian Trail.
Per a press release from Union County, a State of Emergency "gives the Sheriff's Office authority to close roads impacted by hazardous conditions and issue citations to motorists who disregard emergency barricades. The declaration also allows the County's administrative team to increase funding allocated for emergency purposes."
Residents are encouraged to continue preparing for the storm, avoid unnecessary travel this weekend, and stay weather-aware by signing up for UC Alerts.
WHEREAS, meteorologists are predicting that Winter Storm Fern will have an imminent major impact on weather conditions in Union County; and
WHEREAS, as a result of the above-described emergency I have determined that there is an imminent threat of, or existing conditions have caused or will cause, widespread or severe damage, injury, or loss of life or property; and
WHEREAS, Union County has declared a state of emergency; and
WHEREAS, the Town of Indian Trail is located within Union County.
NOW, THEREFORE, pursuant to the authority vested in me as the Mayor of the Town of Indian Trail under Article 1A of Chapter 166A of the North Carolina General Statutes and Chapter 31.04 of the Town of Indian Trail Code of Ordinances:
Section 1. Pursuant to G.S. 166A-19.22(b)(2), the state of emergency declaration issued by Union County shall apply within the corporate limits of the Town of Indian Trail.
Section 2. Emergency restrictions and prohibitions imposed pursuant to the County’s state of emergency declaration shall apply with the Town of Indian Trail unless otherwise declared by an authorized municipal official on behalf of the Town of Indian Trail.
Section 3. The application of the County’s state of emergency declaration within the corporate limits of the Town of Indian Trail shall remain in effect until Union County’s State of Emergency is modified or terminated.
DECLARED this the 23rd day of January, 2026.David Cohn, MayorTown of Indian Trail
Join us for Coffee with the Mayor on Thursday, Jan. 22, from 9-10 a.m. We'll be back at Rockhounds Coffee, located inside the Extreme Ice Center (4705 Indian Trail Fairview Road).
All Indian Trail residents and business owners are invited to join Mayor Cohn for coffee and conversation about life in Indian Trail and the topics important to you. Share your questions and concerns directly with Mayor Cohn in a comfortable and informal setting so we can work together for the benefit of our community.
We hope to see you there!
Get to know your new Town Manager!
Tune in to Facebook Live on Thursday, Jan. 22, at 1 p.m., when Mayor David Cohn will interview Adam McLamb, Indian Trail’s new Town Manager. They'll discuss Mr. McLamb's 20-year career with the Town, his goals as Town Manager, and what residents can look forward to in 2026
Mayor Cohn will also share the details of upcoming events.
To watch Facebook Live, tune in to the Town’s Facebook page at 1 p.m. on Jan. 22. If you’re unable to watch the live stream, the recording will stay on the Town’s Facebook page for one month for future viewing.
If you have a question for the Town or Mr. McLamb, e-mail it to anb@indiantrail.org. You can also ask questions and make comments during the show, where they will be read and answered live.
The Town of Indian Trail received a clean bill of financial health for fiscal year (FY) 2024-2025, according to a review of its latest audit.
Deneal Bennett, CPA, with J.B. Watson & Co., P.L.L.C., presented the annual audit report to the Town Council during its Jan. 13 regular meeting. The auditing team returned an unmodified (clean) audit report showing the Town’s financial statements are materially correct for the fiscal year that ended on June 30, 2025. An unmodified audit is the highest level a municipality or county can receive.
“An unmodified clean audit provides the highest level of assurance to our residents that the Town is fiscally sound,” said Town Adam McLamb. “It demonstrates Indian Trail’s solid fiscal management, the hard work of our Town Council and staff, operational efficiencies, and our commitment to handling our residents’ tax dollars with integrity and transparency.”
The state of North Carolina is committed to ensuring its cities and counties are in good financial standing and can meet the needs of its citizens. In addition to a balanced budget, North Carolina also requires all cities and counties to have an annual audit performed by a state-approved CPA firm and to submit the audit report to the secretary of the state’s Local Government Commission. The annual audit provides the Town Council and residents with an overview of the Town’s finances for the fiscal year, which ends on June 30 each year for Indian Trail.
The audit reviews the funds that have come into the Town throughout the year and ensures they are spent in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles. The audit also ensures the numbers are accurate and can be depended upon when reviewing the finan¬cial position of the Town. In addition, the audit looks at areas that might need special attention, such as weak internal structures or funding corrections, of which Indian Trail had none.
View the full audit report on the Town's website. If you have questions about the audit, please contact Finance Director Alicia Massey at 704-821-5401.
View the January 9, 2026, Town Manager's Report.
The next Town Manager's Report is scheduled for Friday, January 23.
The Indian Trail Town Manager's Report is distributed twice per month on the opposite weeks of the Town Council meetings. The purpose of the report is to provide the Town Council and Indian Trail residents with an update on projects and other activities happening throughout the Town.
The January 2026 issue of the Town Hall Bulletin is now available!
The January issue includes:
View the December 19, 2025, Town Manager's Report.
The next Town Manager's Report is scheduled for Friday, January 9.
The Indian Trail Town Manager's Report is distributed twice per month on the opposite weeks of the Town Council meetings. The purpose of the report is to provide the Town Council and Indian Trail residents with an update on projects and other activities happening throughout the Town.
The Indian Trail Town Hall will be closed on Thursday, Jan. 1, for New Year’s Day. We will resume regular business hours on Friday, Jan. 2, at 9 a.m.
If you need assistance during this time, please visit our website at www.indiantrail.org, where you can submit service requests, pay taxes, apply for a permit, and more.
NOTE: All solid waste services for Jan. 1 and the remainder of the week will be delayed by one day. Regular Thursday service will occur on Friday, and regular Friday service will occur on Saturday. If you have any questions, please contact the Public Works Department at 704-821-5401.
The Indian Trail Town Hall will be closed on Dec. 24, 25, and 26 in observance of the Christmas holiday. We will resume regular operating hours on Monday, Dec. 29, at 9 a.m.
If you need assistance during this time, please visit our website at www.indiantrail.org, where you can submit service requests, pay taxes, apply for a permit, and more.
NOTE: All solid waste services for Dec. 25 and the remainder of the week will be delayed by one day. Regular Thursday service will occur on Friday, and regular Friday service will occur on Saturday. If you have any questions, please contact the Public Works Department at 704-821-5401.
During a special meeting on Monday, Dec. 15, the Indian Trail Town Council unanimously voted to hire Adam McLamb as the next Town Manager for Indian Trail, effective Jan. 1, 2026. McLamb currently serves a dual role as the Assistant Town Manager and Public Works Director for Indian Trail.
“Being hired as Town Manager is both a profound honor and a deep responsibility,” McLamb said. “I began my career with this Town as an intern more than 20 years ago, and over that time, I have grown alongside this community both professionally and personally. This role reflects my core values and strengthens my commitment to serve the Town with integrity, transparency, and a people-first approach in all that we do. I am most looking forward to working collaboratively with the Mayor, Council, staff, and residents to create, communicate, and inspire a shared vision for the Town’s future.”
McLamb has been with the Town for 20 years, beginning his tenure as a part-time Engineering Intern. Over the years, he advanced through several key roles, including Engineering Technician, Civil Engineer, and Engineering Project Manager, before becoming the Public Works Director and then the Assistant Town Manager. McLamb has played a pivotal role in expanding the Town’s parks and public works services. Under his leadership, the Public Works Department has grown from two employees to 23 and now operates with five dedicated crews. He also oversaw numerous special projects and initiatives, including leading the Town’s American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) committee and managing the development of the Town’s ADA Transition Plan and Emergency Operations Plan.
McLamb received his Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering Technology and his Master of Public Administration from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte. He is a longtime resident of Indian Trail, along with his wife and three children. His two eldest children graduated from Porter Ridge High School, and the youngest will graduate next year.
“On behalf of the Town Council, I would like to extend our congratulations to Adam on being hired as the next Town Manager for Indian Trail,” said Mayor David Cohn. “He has done a fantastic job for the Town over the past 20 years. He brings with him an institutional knowledge and understanding of Indian Trail, where we’ve been and where we’re headed, that would not have been there if we hired someone from outside the Town. We don’t miss a beat with Adam as Town Manager. The staff trusts and respects him, and he’s been an instrumental part of the projects that are underway. I look forward to continuing to work with him to move the Town forward.”
McLamb will take over the role of Town Manager from Mike McLaurin, who will retire on Dec. 31. McLaurin, who has 49 years of experience in local government, was hired in August 2020. He joined the Town in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic. He has previously served as Waxhaw’s Town Manager, a staff member for the Centralina Regional Council, and as interim manager for several North Carolina municipalities. His experience helped the Town navigate the challenges of the pandemic while moving Indian Trail forward.
“It’s been a great experience working in Indian Trail,” said McLaurin. “During the last five-and-a-half years, we’ve accomplished more than I ever expected. I appreciate the opportunity to serve the community and work with the Town Council and Town staff.”
Over the past five-and-a-half years, McLaurin has overseen many significant accomplishments for the Town, including: completion of the Emerald Woods waterline project and the start of the Moores Park waterline project; completion of Chestnut Parkway Phase III; development of a multi-year street maintenance plan; bringing pickleball courts to Crooked Creek Park; enhancement of the Town’s budget process and winning three subsequent budget awards; the launch of in-house street sweeping and mowing and maintenance of state-owned roads; increased citizen outreach and collaboration; and relaunching the Town’s Citizens Academy. During his tenure, the Town also received a Region of Excellence Award for Quality of Life from the Centralina Regional Council and was a finalist for Employer of Choice during the Union County Chamber’s Annual Awards Gala.
“Mike has been an inspiration to us all in the way he has run the Town,” said Cohn. “We appreciate his dedication to Indian Trail, the experience he brought with him, and his leadership over the past five-and-a-half years. He has helped move the Town in a positive direction and created a great work environment. We will miss working with him every day and wish him the best in his retirement.”
Plans to fill the Assistant Town Manager and Public Works Director positions are underway. Information on this will be shared when it is available.
Notice is hereby given of a potential quorum for the Indian Trail Town Council during the Town Manager's retirement party on December 9, 2025, beginning at 4 p.m. This event is to be held at the Indian Trail Town Hall. No action will be taken during this event.
View the December 5, 2025, Town Manager's Report.
The next Town Manager's Report is scheduled for Friday, December 19.
The Indian Trail Town Manager's Report is distributed twice per month on the opposite weeks of the Town Council meetings. The purpose of the report is to provide the Town Council and Indian Trail residents with an update on projects and other activities happening throughout the Town.
Notice is hereby given of a potential quorum for the Indian Trail Town Council during the Union County Chamber’s annual awards gala on December 4, 2025, beginning at 5:15 pm. This event is to be held at the Union County Agricultural Center. No action will be taken during this event.
The December 2025 issue of the Town Hall Bulletin is now available!
The December issue includes:
The Town of Indian Trail is hosting a blood drive on Friday, Dec. 5, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in partnership with the American Red Cross. The blood drive will be in the Shirley Howe Community Room at the Indian Trail Town Hall (315 Matthews-Indian Trail Road).
Those interested in donating blood can register online or by calling 1-800-RED CROSS. According to the Red Cross, there is a critical need for blood donors. As a thank-you, anyone who donates at the drive will receive a $15 e-gift card to a merchant of their choice.
Anyone who is an eligible type O, B-, or A- donor can maximize their blood donation by making a Power Red donation. Red blood cells are the most transfused blood component.
Those who register can save up to 15 minutes on the day of their appointment by filling out their RapidPass to complete the pre-donation reading and health history questions.
If you are unable to donate during the drive, donation appointments are available Sunday through Thursday at Indian Trail’s Red Cross Blood and Platelet Donation Center, located at 5880 W Hwy 74, Suite #204.
View the November 21, 2025, Town Manager's Report.
The next Town Manager's Report is scheduled for Friday, December 5.
The Indian Trail Town Manager's Report is distributed twice per month on the opposite weeks of the Town Council meetings. The purpose of the report is to provide the Town Council and Indian Trail residents with an update on projects and other activities happening throughout the Town.
The Indian Trail Town Hall will be closed on Thursday, Nov. 27, and Friday, Nov. 28, for the Thanksgiving holiday. We will resume regular operating hours on Monday, Dec. 1, at 9 a.m.
Please note: Solid waste services will not occur on Nov. 27 due to the holiday. All services for Nov. 27 and 28 will be delayed by one day. Regular Thursday service will occur on Friday, and regular Friday service will occur on Saturday. If you have any questions, please contact the Public Works Department at 704-821-5401 or view the 2025-2026 Solid Waste Calendar.
Tune in for the next Facebook Live with the Mayor and the Manager this Thursday, Nov. 20, at 1 p.m. Joining them will be Executive Director Amy Niccolai and Zilphia Adcock,Director of Communication and Development, of Food for Families.
They'll discuss important information about:
If you have a question for Food for Families or the Town, please email it to anb@indiantrail.org. You can also ask questions in the comments during the show.
If you're unable to tune into the live stream, the recording will stay on the Town's Facebook page for 30 days for future viewing.
Join us for Coffee with the Mayor on Tuesday, Nov. 18, from 6-7 p.m. We'll be back at the Brandon Oaks Clubhouse at 2333 Brandon Oaks Parkway.
All Indian Trail residents and business owners are invited to join Mayor Cohn for coffee and conversation about life in Indian Trail and the topics important to you. Share your questions and concerns directly with Mayor Cohn in a comfortable and informal setting so we can work together for the benefit of our community.
We hope to see you there!
The Town of Indian Trail is pleased to announce it received the Government Finance Officers Association’s (GFOA) Distinguished Budget Presentation Award for its Fiscal Year (FY) 2025-2026 budget. The Town has received the award for the third consecutive year. The Distinguished Budget Presentation Award is the highest recognition in governmental budgeting.
The Town first submitted a budget to GFOA for review with the FY 2023-2024 budget, and it received the Distinguished Budget Presentation Award for the first time. It is exceedingly rare for a municipality to receive the award on the first submission of a budget.
Submitting a budget to the GFOA for award consideration is not required by law, but according to the GFOA, “The award represents a significant achievement by the entity. It reflects the commitment of the governing body and staff to meeting the highest principles of governmental budgeting. In order to receive the budget award, the entity had to satisfy nationally recognized guidelines for effective budget presentation.”
The GFOA assessed the Town’s budget based on how well it serves as a policy document, a financial plan, an operations guide, and a communications device. To receive the award, the Town’s budget had to be rated proficient in those four categories and in the 14 mandatory criteria within them.
To be eligible for GFOA and award consideration, the Town had to enhance its budget book to include additional information beyond what North Carolina law requires. These items included a strategic plan; departmental pages with mission statements, objectives, goals, accomplishments, and performance measures; an overview of the budget process and financial policies; and Town demographics and history. The web-based budget book is also more user-friendly, with interactive charts, a glossary of terms, and more in-depth explanations of the Town’s budgeting process.
To view the FY 2025-2026 budget, visit https://town-indian-trail-nc-budget-book.cleargov.com/20644/introduction/budget-cover.
“I would like to congratulate the Finance and Tax departments, the Town staff, and the Town Council on this incredible achievement for the third year in a row,” said Town Manager Mike McLaurin. “Enhancing the Town’s budget to GFOA standards has been a large undertaking, but our staff stepped up to the challenge, and the Town’s budget continues to improve yearly. This award, along with a history of clean audit reports, underscores the Town’s commitment to fiscal responsibility and transparency. As we begin planning for the FY 2026-2027budget, I look forward to continually improving our process and budget book to provide the best product for our residents.”
The Town of Indian Trail’s fiscal year runs from July 1 to June 30.
View the November 7, 2025, Town Manager's Report.
The next Town Manager's Report is scheduled for Friday, November 21.
The Indian Trail Town Manager's Report is distributed twice per month on the opposite weeks of the Town Council meetings. The purpose of the report is to provide the Town Council and Indian Trail residents with an update on projects and other activities happening throughout the Town.
The Indian Trail Town Hall will be closed on Tuesday, Nov. 11, in observance of Veterans Day. We will resume regular hours on Wednesday, Nov. 12, at 9 a.m. There will be no change in solid waste service, including Bulk and E-waste Pick-up. The solid waste company will be operating on a regular schedule.
Although Town Hall will be closed for regular business, we invite residents to join us for a Veterans Day Thank You Letter Drop-In Event from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Residents are encouraged to stop by and write a note of gratitude to our veterans. All letters collected will be shared with the American Legion and VFW for distribution to veterans in our community.
Please Note: Due to the holiday falling on the second Tuesday of the month, the Town Council meeting will be held on Monday, Nov. 10, at 6:30 p.m.
The November 2025 issue of the Town Hall Bulletin is now available!
The November issue includes:
Tune in for the next Facebook Live tomorrow, Thursday, October 30, at 11:30 a.m. with guest Felix Obregon, Division 10 Engineer for the North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT).
They’ll discuss:
To access the Facebook Live, simply visit the Town’s Facebook page at 11:30 a.m. on October 30.
View the October 24, 2025, Town Manager's Report.
The next Town Manager's Report is scheduled for Friday, November 7.
The Indian Trail Town Manager's Report is distributed twice per month on the opposite weeks of the Town Council meetings. The purpose of the report is to provide the Town Council and Indian Trail residents with an update on projects and other activities happening throughout the Town.
Notice is hereby given of a potential quorum for the Indian Trail Town Council during the Union County Chamber’s Elected Officials Reception on October 21, 2025, beginning at 5:30 pm. This event is to be held at the Union County Agricultural Center. No action will be taken during this event.
Notice is hereby given of a potential quorum for the Indian Trail Town Council during the Union County Chamber's AM Power Networking event on October 21, 2025, beginning at 8:30 a.m. This event is to be held at the Indian Trail Town Hall. No action will be taken during this event.
Notice is hereby given of a potential quorum for the Indian Trail Town Council during the Union West Rotary meeting on October 16, 2025, beginning at 7:30 a.m. This event is to be held at the Indian Trail Town Hall. No action will be taken during this event.
View the October 3, 2025, Town Manager's Report.
The next Town Manager's Report is scheduled for Friday, October 24.
The Indian Trail Town Manager's Report is distributed twice per month on the opposite weeks of the Town Council meetings. The purpose of the report is to provide the Town Council and Indian Trail residents with an update on projects and other activities happening throughout the Town.
The October 2025 issue of the Town Hall Bulletin is now available!
The October issue includes:
The ADA Inclusive Playground at Crooked Creek Park will be closed this week while the Town begins construction on the brand new pickleball courts!
Crews will start clearing the land this week, and we will temporarily close the playground to ensure the safety of our visitors. The playground is projected to reopen this Saturday, Oct. 4.
Construction of the pickleball courts will take several months. While the work is underway, please stay alert when you're near the construction zone, follow posted signs, and use extra caution when visiting the park while we add this new and exciting amenity.
Thank you for your patience as we continue to improve our parks for the community.
View the September 19, 2025, Town Manager's Report.
The next Town Manager's Report is scheduled for Friday, October 3.
The Indian Trail Town Manager's Report is distributed twice per month on the opposite weeks of the Town Council meetings. The purpose of the report is to provide the Town Council and Indian Trail residents an update on projects and other activities happening throughout the Town
UPDATE (Friday, Sept. 26) - The Fall Beautification Day scheduled for tomorrow, unfortunately, has been CANCELED due to the rain forecast for overnight and tomorrow morning. There is no rain date scheduled. We appreciate everyone who signed up to volunteer and help Keep IT Beautiful. Stay tuned for details about the Spring Beautification Day! We'll hope for better weather....
As part of its Keep IT Beautiful initiative, the Town of Indian Trail is hosting its first Fall Beautification Day on Saturday, Sept. 27, from 7:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.
The Town is looking for volunteers to help us restore old headstones, plant flowers, spread mulch, and perform general clean up and maintenance at the Indian Trail Cemetery. Those interested can sign up using the Volunteer Application form. The registration deadline is Sept. 23.
Volunteers will meet at the Indian Trail Town Hall (315 Matthews-Indian Trail Road) at 7:30 a.m. for a light breakfast and safety meeting before heading to the cemetery at 8 a.m. The Town will supply all the necessary equipment. Please remember to wear comfortable clothing and closed-toed shoes.
Indian Trail's Keep IT Beautiful started in 2021 with annual Fall and Spring Litter Sweeps to address the growing litter problem along our roadways.
Fast forward to the spring of 2024, and the Town began to mow and maintain the rights-of-way along NCDOT-owned roads within the Town in addition to the Town-owned roads. This maintenance includes picking up litter a long these roadways before mowing begins.
Thanks to the hard work of the Public Works Right-of-Way crew, there is now considerably less litter along Indian Trail’s roads. While this is a good thing for the Town, the lack of litter didn’t leave a whole lot for our litter sweep volunteers to do.
So, we decided to pivot and turn the litter sweeps into Fall and Spring Beautification Days. In the Spring the Town and its volunteers will partner with an outside organization, such as a school or non-profit, on a beautification project. In the Fall, we’ll work on a beautification project at a Town-owned property.
Learn more about the Keep IT Beautiful initiative on our website.
Join us for Coffee with the Mayor this Thursday, Sept. 18, from 9-10 a.m. This time, we're changing things up and hosting it outside at Chestnut Square Park (320 Chestnut Parkway).
Breezeway Coffee Roasters, whose roastery is located in Indian Trail, will serve delicious, locally brewed coffee from their mobile coffee truck!
All Indian Trail residents and business owners are invited to join Mayor Cohn for coffee and conversation about life in Indian Trail and the topics important to you. Share your questions and concerns directly with Mayor Cohn in a comfortable and informal setting so we can work together for the benefit of our community.
We hope to see you there!
View the September 5, 2025, Town Manager's Report.
The next Town Manager's Report is scheduled for Friday, September 19.
The Indian Trail Town Manager's Report is distributed twice per month on the opposite weeks of the Town Council meetings. The purpose of the report is to provide the Town Council and Indian Trail residents an update on projects and other activities happening throughout the Town.
The September 2025 issue of the Town Hall Bulletin is now available!
The September issue includes:
The Indian Trail Town Hall will be closed on Monday, Sept. 1, for Labor Day. We will resume normal operations on Tuesday, Sept. 2, at 9 a.m.
Please note: Solid waste will still be serviced on Labor Day and run on the regular schedule. Please bring your trash and recycling/yard waste to the curb on your normal day.
View the August 22, 2025, Town Manager's Report.
The next Town Manager's Report is scheduled for Friday, September 5.
The Indian Trail Town Manager's Report is distributed twice per month on the opposite weeks of the Town Council meetings. The purpose of the report is to provide the Town Council and Indian Trail residents an update on projects and other activities happening throughout the Town.
Tune in for the next Facebook Live with the Mayor and the Manager this Thursday, August 21, at 1 p.m. Joining them will be Todd Huntsinger, the Town of Indian Trail's Director of Engineering.
They’ll discuss:
To access the Facebook Live, simply visit the Town’s Facebook page at 1 p.m. on August 21.
The Town of Indian Trail is hosting its spring blood drive on Friday, Aug. 22, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in partnership with the American Red Cross. The blood drive will be in the Shirley Howe Community Room at the Indian Trail Town Hall (315 Matthews-Indian Trail Road).
Those interested in donating blood can register online or by calling 1-800-RED CROSS. According to the Red Cross, there is a critical need for blood donors. As a thank-you, anyone who donates at the drive will receive a $15 e-gift card to a merchant of their choice.
Anyone who is an eligible type O, B-, or A- donor can maximize their blood donation by making a Power Red donation. Red blood cells are the most transfused blood component.
Those who register can save up to 15 minutes on the day of their appointment by filling out their RapidPass to complete the pre-donation reading and health history questions.
The Town will host its next blood drive on Friday, Dec. 5, beginning at 9 a.m.
If you are unable to donate during the drive, donation appointments are available Sunday through Thursday at Indian Trail’s Red Cross Blood and Platelet Donation Center located at 5880 W Hwy 74, Suite #204.
Join us for an Indian Trail Community Knight with the Charlotte Knights on Friday, Sept. 19. It will be an evening of fun, baseball, and a celebration of the Indian Trail community.
Discounted tickets are $23.77 each, including taxes and fees. All tickets for the Indian Trail Community Knight are in Section 119, a prime location on the third base side. The gates open at 6 p.m. and the first pitch is at 7:04 p.m.
Get ready for an unforgettable evening at Truist Field, including:
View the August 1, 2025, Town Manager's Report.
The next Town Manager's Report is scheduled for Friday, August 22.
The Indian Trail Town Manager's Report is distributed twice per month on the opposite weeks of the Town Council meetings. The purpose of the report is to provide the Town Council and Indian Trail residents an update on projects and other activities happening throughout the Town.
The August 2025 issue of the Town Hall Bulletin is now available!
The August issue includes:
View the July 18, 2025, Town Manager's Report.
The next Town Manager's Report is scheduled for Friday, August 1.
The Indian Trail Town Manager's Report is distributed twice per month on the opposite weeks of the Town Council meetings. The purpose of the report is to provide the Town Council and Indian Trail residents an update on projects and other activities happening throughout the Town.
Tune in for the next Facebook Live with the Mayor and the Manager this Thursday, July 17, at 1 p.m. Joining them will be Heather Gardner, Executive Director of Union County Crisis Assistance Ministry.
They’ll discuss:
To access the Facebook Live, simply visit the Town’s Facebook page at 1 p.m. on July 17.
Join us for Coffee with the Mayor on Thursday, July 17, from 6-7 p.m. at the Indian Trail Town Hall (315 Matthews Indian Trail Road).
All Indian Trail residents and business owners are invited to join Mayor Cohn for coffee and conversation about life in Indian Trail and the topics important to you. Share your questions and concerns directly with Mayor Cohn in a comfortable and informal setting so we can work together for the benefit of our community.
We hope to see you there!
View the July 3, 2025, Town Manager's Report.
The next Town Manager's Report is scheduled for Friday, July 18.
The Indian Trail Town Manager's Report is distributed twice per month on the opposite weeks of the Town Council meetings. The purpose of the report is to provide the Town Council and Indian Trail residents an update on projects and other activities happening throughout the Town.
The Town of Indian Trail Citizens Academy is an eight-week program designed to inform residents and community stakeholders about the operations of local government.
This free, interactive program offers a blend of hands-on learning, facility tours, field trips, and in-depth discussions with your peers, Town Council Members, and Town staff, providing a behind-the-scenes look at how the Town of Indian Trail operates. Participants can expect to gain a deeper understanding of key topics, including the initiatives and projects shaping the community’s future. Beyond the educational component, the Citizens Academy also serves as a platform for residents to meet new people, share ideas, and collaborate with Town staff in a welcoming and inclusive setting.
At the end of the eight-week program, participants will have gained a deeper understanding of the Town of Indian Trail’s organizational structure and operations.
Class size is limited to 20 participants, so apply early! Acceptance is first-come, first-served. Applications are due by Friday, August 8, at 5 p.m.
Dates: Every Monday evening beginning Sept. 8 through Oct. 20. The last meeting will be on Tuesday, Oct. 28, to coincide with the Town Council meeting. Participants will officially graduate from the program on this date.
Times:
Location: Indian Trail Town Hall (315 Matthews-Indian Trail Road)
Session Topics: Administration; Municipal Finance & Tax; Engineering - Roads & Stormwater; Parks & Recreation; Planning, Zoning, & Code Enforcement; Public Works & Solid Waste; Public Safety - Union County Sheriff’s Office & Fire Departments; Mayor and Town Council
The Indian Trail Citizens Academy is open to Town residents and business owners who are 18 years old and older. Priority will be given to residents.
There is no cost for Indian Trail residents or business owners to participate. A light dinner and refreshments will be provided each week.
Visit our website to learn more about the Citizens Academy.
The July 2025 issue of the Town Hall Bulletin is now available!
The July issue includes:
The Indian Trail Town Hall will be closed on Friday, July 4, in observance of Independence Day. We will resume normal business hours on Monday, July 7, at 9 a.m.
The July 4 holiday will NOT affect the solid waste pick-up schedule. Please put your trash and recycling/yard waste at the curb on your regular pick-up day.
To celebrate Independence Day, we invite you to join us for our annual July 4 parade on Friday, July 4, at 10 a.m. The parade will start at Post Office Drive, travel down Indian Trail Road, and end just before Old Monroe Road.
Students will be heading back to school before we know it, and we want all of them to have the supplies they need to succeed!
Beginning July 7, the Town of Indian Trail is partnering with Union County Government and the Union County Sheriff's Office for the annual School Supply Drive.
If you'd like to donate, you can bring supplies to the Indian Trail Town Hall, Monday-Friday, between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. The Town Hall is located at 315 Matthews-Indian Trail Road. You can also drop them off at the Indian Trail Division of the Union County Sheriff's Office at 130 Blythe Drive or the Union County Human Services building loading dock at 2330 Concord Avenue in Monroe.
Donations will be collected until Aug. 8.
The Town of Indian Trail will host its annual July 4 Parade on Friday, July 4. The parade will kick off at 10 a.m., beginning at Post Office Drive. Parade floats will travel one mile down Indian Trail Road, where they will exit just before Old Monroe Road into the Food Lion parking lot.
During the parade, attendees will be treated to the sight of floats, vehicles, and walking groups from our first responders, businesses and organizations, the Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts, the VFW and American Legion, as well as the Indian Trail Mayor and Town Council. Plus, there will be lots of candy! The parade is sponsored by Samson Tree LLC.
Parking will be available at Chestnut Square Park, the Indian Trail Town Hall, and Crossing Paths Park. Additional spots will be available along the route to watch the parade. Indian Trail Road will be closed from approximately 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. for the parade.
Leading the parade this year as Grand Marshal will be Gayle Ford, a Union County native, retired minister, and long-time member of the Indian Trail Lions Club. After graduating from high school in 1953, Ford went on to earn his undergraduate degree from High Point College, now High Point University, and his master’s degree from Duke University.
Upon graduation, Ford began his career as a United Methodist Church minister, serving as minister for numerous churches across North Carolina before returning to Union County and Stallings Church to be closer to his ailing father. He retired from full-time pastoral service after five years with Stallings Church. Ford continued to serve in retirement as an assistant minister for many years in Monroe. In addition to his service as a minister, Ford has been a member of the Lions Club for 50 years, with the past 20 years spent as a member of the Indian Trail Lions Club.
Ford has a daughter, a son, and two grandchildren. He resides in the same home in which he was born, just outside of Indian Trail.
The Town Council selected Ford for his decades of service to the community through his time as a minister and volunteerism through the Lions Club.
“The July 4 parade is a long-standing and much-loved tradition that we look forward to every year,” said Mayor David Cohn. “It’s the perfect way to bring the community together to celebrate July 4 and our great country. Mr. Ford is an excellent choice to lead the parade this year. He has lived a life of service, positively impacting countless people in our community and beyond. I look forward to seeing everyone decked out in red, white, and blue along the parade route.”
View the June 20, 2025, Town Manager's Report.
The next Town Manager's Report is scheduled for Thursday, July 3, due to the July 4 holiday falling on Friday.
The Indian Trail Town Manager's Report is distributed twice per month on the opposite weeks of the Town Council meetings. The purpose of the report is to provide the Town Council and Indian Trail residents an update on projects and other activities happening throughout the Town.
On June 12, 2025, the Indian Trail Town Council voted to approve the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 (FY 26) budget. The fiscal year begins on July 1, 2025.
The budget is a statement of the Town’s priorities and a financial plan for funding those priorities. The following six priorities help guide the Town: Public Safety, Transportation, Economic Development, Town Infrastructure, Human Capital, and Capital Improvement Projects.
The Town Council voted to balance the FY 26 budget with a tax rate of 17 cents per $100 of valuation to help offset the property tax impact for residents due to the recent property revaluations. This reduced the tax rate from 18.5 cents in FY 25.
The Town of Indian Trail remains in excellent financial condition. The Town maintains its AAA bond rating from Standard & Poor’s, which is the highest rating a municipality can receive. The Town also has an Aa1 bond rating from Moody’s Investors Service. The FY 26 budget continues the Town’s tradition of conservative budgeting and fiscal restraint.
The Town did not add any new personnel positions in FY 26.
The Town has several fully funded capital projects, including the Chestnut Square Park access road, Indian Trail Complete Street Phase 1, Chestnut Parkway Phase 3, Southfork Crooked Creek Greenway, and Chestnut Square Park Phase 2, totaling $38,089,437.
Additionally, the Town has several unfunded capital projects, including the Indian Trail Complete Street Phase 2, Public Works Facility, Multi-generational Community Center, and sidewalk connection projects.
With the FY 26 budget approved, the Council will need to review the unfunded capital project list, identify which projects should move forward, and determine funding strategies.
Once complete, the FY 26 approved budget book will be available on the Town’s website. In the meantime, you can view the FY 26 budget ordinance at https://bit.ly/FY26BudgetOrdinance or the recommended FY 26 budget at https://bit.ly/FY26RecommendedBudget. There were no changes from the recommended budget. The FY 26 budget was adopted as presented at the 17-cent tax rate.
If you have any questions about the FY 26 budget or the Town’s finances in general, please contact Finance Director Alicia Massey at amm@indiantrail.org or 704-821-5401.
The Indian Trail Town Hall will be closed on Thursday, June 19, in observance of Juneteenth. We will resume normal business hours on Friday, June 20, at 9 a.m. Solid waste pickup will remain on its normal schedule.
Juneteenth commemorates June 19, 1865, when the last enslaved African Americans in Galveston, Texas, learned they had been freed by the Emancipation Proclamation.
For more information about the Juneteenth holiday, visit https://www.history.com/news/what-is-juneteenth.
View the June 6, 2025, Town Manager's Report.
The next Town Manager's Report is scheduled for Friday, June 20.
The Indian Trail Town Manager's Report is distributed twice per month on the opposite weeks of the Town Council meetings. The purpose of the report is to provide the Town Council and Indian Trail residents an update on projects and other activities happening throughout the Town.
The June 2025 issue of the Town Hall Bulletin is now available!
The June issue includes:
View the May 23, 2025, Town Manager's Report.
The next Town Manager's Report is scheduled for Friday, June 6.
The Indian Trail Town Manager's Report is distributed twice per month on the opposite weeks of the Town Council meetings. The purpose of the report is to provide the Town Council and Indian Trail residents an update on projects and other activities happening throughout the Town.
The Indian Trail Town Hall will be closed on Monday, May 26, in observance of Memorial Day. We will resume normal hours on Tuesday, May 27, at 9 a.m. Solid waste service will remain on a normal pick-up schedule. Please put your trash and recycling/yard waste at the curb on your regular pick-up day.
Although the Town Hall will be closed, we invite you to a Memorial Day Ceremony at James B. Crump VFW Post 2423 beginning at 11 a.m.
On May 13, the Council approved a 17-cent tax rate for the FY26 Budget. This is less than the Manager’s recommended rate of 18.5 cents. The Council voted to lower the tax rate to 17 cents per $100 of valuation, aiming to offset the impact of recent property revaluations. No Council Member made a motion to go to the Revenue-Neutral rate of 12.88 cents. The 17-cent rate is lower than that of most, if not all, surrounding communities.
Depending on the new value of your property, some properties increased or decreased more than others. On average, property values in Indian Trail increased by 52%. Some property values may have increased more than that, while others may have seen a lesser increase. Neighborhood desirability, proximity to amenities, quality of schools, recent development, local economic conditions, and overall market demand within a specific area can cause different neighborhoods to experience varying levels of property value appreciation. When comparing the new and old values against the tax rates, the median value home of $397,000 would pay approximately $15.52 more in Town taxes per month. Even at 17 cents, this rate is one of the lowest, if not the lowest, among cities offering a wide range of services. This is the first increase since 2021.
The Town offers a full range of services either directly or through contracts. These services include solid waste management, street maintenance, stormwater management, street lighting, parks and recreation, planning and zoning, code enforcement, engineering, finance, and support services. The town also contracts with the Union County Sheriff’s Office for law enforcement services. This contract will increase from 35 positions to 38 positions with the FY26 budget.
The Town has not adjusted rates in four years despite increased costs. Most of the property tax revenue is used to pay for the solid waste contract and the contract with the Union County Sheriff’s Office. Both contracts have been increasing at a rate faster than the annual increase in the tax base and are therefore not viable in the long term. For FY26, the total of the Sheriff’s Office and solid waste contracts consumes 10.97 cents of the approved 17 cents. Five and a half cents of the 17 cents will be allocated to pay for bond debt and help fund capital projects. This leaves about 1 cent for general expenses. For several years, we have relied on sales taxes to cover the difference. The growth of sales tax is decreasing, which puts further pressure on the Town’s budget.
No new full-time or part-time Town employee positions are requested. Two trucks, one for the Public Works Department and one for Parks and Recreation, are being replaced. The Parks and Recreation truck was scheduled to be replaced last year, but it was cut from the budget. The Sheriff’s Office is adding a sergeant and two deputies.
The additional revenues generated from the increase in valuation are allocated to the Debt Service/Capital Reserve Fund. After making the required debt payments, the remaining funds are allocated to support ongoing and future capital projects in the Town.
The revenue-neutral property tax rate is the rate estimated to produce revenue for the next fiscal year that is equal to the revenue that would have been produced for the same fiscal year by the current tax rate, assuming no reappraisal had occurred. This means residents would pay approximately the same amount in property taxes, even with an increased property value.
In developing the FY26 budget, the Town considered not only the upcoming fiscal year but also several years into the future, ensuring that Indian Trail can remain financially stable in the long term and protect its AAA bond rating.
The Town Council chose not to set a revenue-neutral tax rate for several reasons:
The Town of Indian Trail is committed to fiscal responsibility and transparency while creating a safe and clean community that improves our residents' quality of life.
If you would like to learn more about the FY26 budget or how it affects your property tax, please call us at 704-821-5401.
During the May 13 Council meeting, Town Manager Mike McLaurin presented the recommended budget for Fiscal Year (FY) 2025-2026. The budget is a statement of the Town’s priorities and a financial plan for funding those priorities. The following six priorities help guide the Town: Public Safety, Transportation, Economic Development, Town Infrastructure, Human Capital, and Capital Improvement Projects.
During his presentation, McLaurin recommended that the Council maintain the 18.5-cent tax rate for FY 26. However, taking into account the recent property revaluations, the Council voted to move forward with a tax rate of 17 cents per $100 of valuation to help offset the property tax impact for residents.
Funded ProjectsThe Town has several fully funded capital projects, including the Chestnut Square Park access road, Indian Trail Complete Street Phase 1, Chestnut Parkway Phase 3, Southfork Crooked Creek Greenway, and Chestnut Square Park Phase 2, totaling $38,089,437.
Unfunded ProjectsAdditionally, the Town has several unfunded capital projects, including the Indian Trail Complete Street Phase 2, Public Works Facility, Multi-generational Community Center, and sidewalk connection projects.
Once the FY 26 budget is approved in June, the Council will need to review the unfunded capital project list, identify which projects should move forward, and determine funding strategies.
The Town will hold a public hearing on the recommended budget on Tuesday, May 27, during the regular Council meeting, which begins at 6:30 p.m. at the Indian Trail Town Hall. Residents are encouraged to review the budget and share their input. In addition to being on the Town’s website, you can review a copy of the recommended budget at the Union West Library. If you have questions about the budget, please contact Town Manager McLaurin at fmm@indiantrail.org.
FY 25-26 Recommended Budget (Based on a 17-cent tax rate)FY 25-26 Budget Presentation Slides (Reflects the 18.5-cent tax rate presented by Town Manager McLaurin)FY 25-26 Budget Presentation + Tax Rate Discussion and Vote
Tune in for the next Facebook Live with the Mayor and the Manager this Thursday, May 22, at 1 p.m. Joining them will be Pat Kahle, who is retiring after serving as President & CEO of the Union County Chamber for the past 11 years.
They'll discuss:
To access the Facebook Live, simply visit the Town’s Facebook page at 1 p.m. on May 22.
The Emerald Woods neighborhood in Indian Trail is now connected to the Union County Water system, thanks to a special partnership between the Town of Indian Trail and Union County. Elected leaders, staff and residents gathered this week to celebrate the completion of the Emerald Woods Water Line Project, which was constructed to provide water service to a neighborhood previously dependent on wells. When some residents began to experience problems with their well water, they turned to town leaders to assist with covering the costs of building the needed infrastructure to serve their neighborhood. Indian Trail town leaders allocated American Recovery Plan Act (ARPA) funds to the project, and the Union County Board of Commissioners allocated a matching amount from Union County Water's capital program.
"So many of us take water service for granted, but projects like this remind you that it takes a lot of work and planning to extend water service to a community that needs it," said Melissa Merrell, Chair of the Union County Board of Commissioners. "We're so pleased that this partnership has resulted in reliable water service for years to come for the residents of Emerald Woods."
“Access to clean, reliable water is a basic necessity, and I’m proud that we could deliver that to the residents in the Emerald Woods neighborhood," said David Cohn, Mayor of Indian Trail. "This project represents more than just infrastructure -- it’s about health, dignity and quality of life. I want to thank Union County for partnering with the Town of Indian Trail on this important project.”
Members of the Union County Board of Commissioners and the Indian Trail Town Council were pleased to gather with residents of Emerald Woods and celebrate this milestone for their neighborhood on May 7, 2025. County and town staff attended the community's celebration to answer questions about the project and help residents apply for water service.
Residents of Emerald Woods can apply for service with Union County Water using the New Customer form.
Elected officials and staff from Union County and the Town of Indian Trail gathered to celebrate the completion of the Emerald Woods Water Line Project.
Join us for Coffee with the Mayor on Thursday, May 15, from 9-10 a.m. at the Bonterra Village Clubhouse (2401 Bonterra Blvd.).
All Indian Trail residents and business owners are invited to join Mayor Cohn for coffee and conversation about life in Indian Trail and the topics important to you. Share your questions and concerns directly with Mayor Cohn in a comfortable and informal setting so we can work together for the benefit of our community.
We hope to see you there!
View the May 9, 2025, Town Manager's Report.
The next Town Manager's Report is scheduled for Friday, May 23.
The Indian Trail Town Manager's Report is distributed twice per month on the opposite weeks of the Town Council meetings. The purpose of the report is to provide the Town Council and Indian Trail residents an update on projects and other activities happening throughout the Town.
Notice is hereby given of a potential quorum for the Indian Trail Town Council during the Emerald Woods Subdivision Waterline Completion Celebration on May 7, 2025, beginning at 4:00 pm. This event is to be held at the Emerald Woods neighborhood. No action will be taken during this event.
The Town of Indian Trail is hosting its spring blood drive on Friday, May 23, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in partnership with the American Red Cross. The blood drive will be in the Shirley Howe Community Room at the Indian Trail Town Hall (315 Matthews-Indian Trail Road).
Those interested in donating blood can register online or by calling 1-800-RED CROSS.
According to the Red Cross, there is a critical need for blood donors. As a thank-you, anyone who donates at the drive will receive a free Red Cross solar lantern and a chance to win a trip.
Anyone who is an eligible type O, B-, or A- donor can maximize their blood donation by making a Power Red donation. Red blood cells are the most transfused blood component.
Those who register can save up to 15 minutes on the day of their appointment by filling out their RapidPass to complete the pre-donation reading and health history questions.
The Town will host its next blood drive on Friday, Aug. 22, beginning at 9 a.m.
If you are unable to donate during the drive, donation appointments are available Sunday through Thursday at Indian Trail’s Red Cross Blood and Platelet Donation Center located at 5880 W Hwy 74, Suite #204.
On April 22, the Indian Trail Town Council unanimously approved a resolution opposing changes to local planning and zoning in House Bill 765 and related bills.
House Bill 765 and similar bills that the North Carolina General Assembly is considering would drastically reduce local control regarding planning and zoning, fast-track development in our community, and remove the Town’s ability to manage growth and shape our future.
Click Here to Read the Resolution
Learn More about House Bill 765:
Numerous other communities have expressed opposition to House Bill 765, including Stallings, Monroe, Waxhaw, Fairview, Harrisburg, Albemarle, Granite Quarry, Yadkin County, Clemmons, Kannapolis, Lewisville, and Kernersville. To raise awareness and support this growing opposition, the Town of Indian Trail is sending this resolution to all NC General Assembly House members.
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Your voice matters. Help protect the future of Indian Trail and the quality of life in our community. Call or email your local representatives and senators.
The May 2025 issue of the Town Hall Bulletin is now available!
The May issue includes:
View the April 18, 2025, Town Manager's Report.
The next Town Manager's Report is scheduled for Friday, May 9.
The Indian Trail Town Manager's Report is distributed twice per month on the opposite weeks of the Town Council meetings. The purpose of the report is to provide the Town Council and Indian Trail residents an update on projects and other activities happening throughout the Town.
The Indian Trail Town Hall will be closed this Friday, April 18, in observance of Good Friday. We will resume normal business hours on Monday, April 21, at 9 a.m.
If you need assistance during this time, please visit our website at www.indiantrail.org, where you can submit service requests, pay taxes, apply for a permit and more.
Please note: Solid waste will be picked up on its normal schedule, so please put out your solid waste and recycling/yard waste on your regular day.
Tune in for the next Facebook Live with the Mayor and the Manager and special guest TreesUnion this Thursday, April 10, at 1:30 p.m. Joining them will be Meredith Marr, chairwoman; Michael Evola, vice chair; and Keith O’Herrin, the Urban Forester for Union County.
They'll discuss:
To access the Facebook Live, simply visit the Town’s Facebook page at 1:30 p.m. on April 10.
View the April 4, 2025, Town Manager's Report.
The next Town Manager's Report is scheduled for Friday, April 18.
The Indian Trail Town Manager's Report is distributed twice per month on the opposite weeks of the Town Council meetings. The purpose of the report is to provide the Town Council and Indian Trail residents an update on projects and other activities happening throughout the Town.
The April 2025 issue of the Town Hall Bulletin is now available!
The April issue includes:
As part of its Keep IT Beautiful initiative, the Town of Indian Trail is hosting its annual Spring Litter Sweep on Saturday, April 12, from 7:30-11 a.m.
The Town is looking for 50 volunteers to help pick up litter on that day. Registration is required. Those interested can sign up using the Volunteer Application Form at http://bit.ly/4093ofc. The registration deadline is April 8.
Volunteers will meet at the Indian Trail Town Hall (315 Matthews-Indian Trail Road) at 7:30 a.m. for a light breakfast and safety meeting. Litter pick-up will begin at 8 a.m. The Town will supply the necessary equipment, including bags, pickers, buckets, and safety vests. Volunteers must be 14 or older.
If you are unable to participate in the litter sweep but would like to organize a litter pick-up of your own, you can borrow the supplies from the Town Hall. Please call the Public Works Department at 704-821-5401 to make the arrangements.
On March 19, the Charlotte Regional Transportation Planning Organization (CRTPO) awarded the Town of Indian Trail more than $6 million in funding for two transportation-related projects – Indian Trail-Fairview Road/Younts Road/Stinson Hartis Road intersection improvements and Indian Trail Road improvements.
The Town was awarded $5,231,384 for improvements to the Indian Trail-Fairview Road/Younts Road/Stinson Hartis Road intersection. The total cost of the project is approximately $10,462,768. The Town is responsible for the remaining 50% of the funding. This intersection was one of three priority intersections identified in the Town’s Transportation Master Plan, which the Town Council approved in November 2024.
Improvements to the intersection will include realigning Younts Road to create a combined intersection with Stinson Hartis Road, removing the existing traffic signal and installing a new one at the combined intersection, adding a dedicated left turn lane on Stinson Hartis Road, and installing high visibility crosswalks, ADA curb ramps, and pedestrian signals. Additionally, the project will construct 10-foot multi-use paths with pedestrian lighting along Younts Road and Stinson Hartis Road and construct a five-foot sidewalk along Indian Trail-Fairview Road to fill in the sidewalk gap.
This funding will be available in October 2027, with design beginning shortly after. The anticipated year for the start of construction is 2031.
Additionally, the Town received $1,321,600 from CRTPO to cover additional funding needed for construction and right-of-way acquisition costs for the Indian Trail Road Complete Street project. The total funding needed to cover the costs is $1,652,000. The Town will cover $330,400 of the total cost as part of the funding agreement. The funding was approved for improvements at the Matthews-Indian Trail Road and Indian Trail Road intersection.
Additional funding for Indian Trail Road improvements will be available in October 2025. The Town will advertise the project to prospective bidders by the end of 2025.
CRTPO receives direct attributable funds, also known as discretionary funds or grants, to be allocated to member jurisdictions on a competitive basis. Project selection is guided by the CRTPO Board-approved Discretionary Fund Policy Guide, which prioritizes regional projects that will utilize federal funds. CRTPO opened its Call for Projects last August.
The Town will provide additional information on these projects as they move forward.
Effective immediately, Union County Fire Marshal Jon Williams is enacting a local burn ban prohibiting all outdoor burning within 100 feet of an occupied home due to increased fire risk. The burning ban is authorized by the Union County Fire Marshal per the North Carolina Fire Code, Section 307, to prevent the potential for increased fires due to dry weather conditions in Union County. This measure aligns with the statewide burn ban implemented by the North Carolina Forest Service on March 21, 2025, which bans all outdoor burning more than 100 feet from an occupied home and suspends all burning permits until further notice.
The County burn ban applies to all areas of Union County. Typically, Monroe and Waxhaw have their own fire code enforcement; officials within those municipalities confirmed with the Fire Marshal's Office they will also implement a local burn ban.
In all cases, it is illegal to burn trash, lumber, tires, newspapers, plastics, or other non-vegetative materials. Anyone in violation of the Union County burn ban may be issued civil penalties of up to $200 per occurrence, in addition to a potential fine from the state.
"Given the current dry conditions and increased fire danger, this local burn ban is necessary to protect our residents and emergency responders," said Fire Marshal Williams. "We urge everyone to follow these restrictions and take every precaution to prevent accidental fires."
The last time Union County implemented a local burn ban was in 2021. The current burn ban will remain in effect until the NC Forest Service lifts its statewide ban or when Williams determines there has been sufficient rainfall to reduce the fire risk and safely lift the local restrictions. Residents are urged to exercise extreme caution and follow all guidelines to prevent potential fire hazards.
View the March 21, 2025, Town Manager's Report.
The next Town Manager's Report is scheduled for Friday, April 4.
The Indian Trail Town Manager's Report is distributed twice per month on the opposite weeks of the Town Council meetings. The purpose of the report is to provide the Town Council and Indian Trail residents an update on projects and other activities happening throughout the Town.
Join us for Coffee with the Mayor on Wednesday, March 26, from 6-7 p.m. at the Brandon Oaks Clubhouse (2333 Brandon Oaks Parkway).
All Indian Trail residents and business owners are invited to join Mayor Cohn for coffee and conversation about life in Indian Trail and the topics important to you. Share your questions and concerns directly with Mayor Cohn in a comfortable and informal setting so we can work together for the benefit of our community.
We hope to see you there!
Notice is hereby given of a potential quorum for the Indian Trail Town Council during the Union County Economic Development Municipal Summit on March 19, 2025, beginning at 7:30 a.m. This event is to be held at 1525 N. Rocky River Road. No action will be taken during this event.
Tune in for the next Facebook Live with the Mayor and the Manager this Thursday, March 13, at 1 p.m. Joining them will be Neil Burke, Deputy Director, and Merritt McCully, Community Engagement Coordinator, for the Charlotte Regional Transportation Planning Organization (CRTPO). Council Member Clarence Alsobrooks, who is the Town's delegate to CRTPO, will also be joining them.
They'll discuss:
To access the Facebook Live, simply visit the Town’s Facebook page at 1 p.m. on March 13.
View the March 7, 2025, Town Manager's Report.
The next Town Manager's Report is scheduled for Friday, March 21.
The Indian Trail Town Manager's Report is distributed twice per month on the opposite weeks of the Town Council meetings. The purpose of the report is to provide the Town Council and Indian Trail residents an update on projects and other activities happening throughout the Town.
Union County, in partnership with local hospitals and community organizations, has launched the 2025 Regional Community Health Assessment to better understand the health needs of our residents.
This anonymous survey helps shape future health programs and policies by identifying key needs in physical, mental, and environmental health.
Take the brief Community Health Assessment survey today!
The survey will close April 30, 2025.
The March 2025 issue of the Town Hall Bulletin is now available!
The March issue includes:
Tune in for the next Facebook Live with the Mayor and the Manager this Friday, Feb. 28, at 1 p.m. Joining them will be Senator Todd Johnson.
They'll discuss: