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GREETINGS FROM TOWN HALL Although the municipal corporation of Mint Hill is less than 40 years old, our history as a community dates back more than two and a half centuries. Throughout this period there has always been one constant, our extraordinary sense of community. High school football games in the fall, summer Saturday mornings at the Historical Society’s Farmers Market and of course the last weekend in September when we all come together for a little ‘Mint Hill Madness’ are just a few of the events where the wonderful sense of pride in our community is on display. However, our community pride does not manifest itself simply during these special events but rather can be seen every day at our wonderful area schools and churches. As Mayor of Mint Hill, and on behalf of the Board of Commissioners and the citizens we are elected to represent, it is my utmost pleasure to welcome you into our Town and invite you to partake in all the Mint Hill Community has to offer.

See you around Town,

Ted H. Biggers, Jr. Mayor Ted H. Biggers, Jr.

The photo on the front cover was taken by Lori Moore. Her business, Giggle Box Photography, is located in Mint Hill. For more information on Lori’s work go to: www.giggleboxphotos.com

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Welcome to Mint Hill

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Facts & Figures

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The Beginning Location & Climate Town Clerk - Beth Q. Hamilton Government Police Chief - Tim W. Ledford Police Department Local Library Mint Hill Historical Society Mint Hill Chamber of Commerce Chamber of Commerce President Tony Long

Post Office Mint Hill VFD Fire Chief Jeremy Russell Fire Departments Civic / Youth Groups Education Mint Hill Arts Worship Senior Nutrition Program Healthcare Voter Registration Festivals & Events Recreation Drivers License & Registration Area Map Phone Numbers & Links

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elcome to one of the best resources you will find to better acquaint yourself with Mint Hill, North Carolina. This magazine is a wonderful way for you to understand how we blend the old and the new into southern grace and modern charm.

As you turn the pages, we invite you to discover a great place to live, work and play.

Read about the people, the thriving businesses and industry, the outstanding schools, and the wonderful recreational facilities.

This publication is also an overview of Mint Hill’s rich history & heritage, demographics, government, schools, healthcare, festivals & events, and recreation.

Without losing sight of its strong historical heritage and its commitment to preserve the environment, the city and county continue to move forward in a progressive manner to provide the quality of life its residents have come to expect.

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Mint Hill, North Carolina

Whether you are looking to relocate or just traveling through, this is a wonderful community. If you come to Mint Hill as a new resident, we are especially happy to welcome you. You will find that we are small enough for one person to make a difference but big enough to offer a wide variety of amenities for a richer life.

The area offers a relaxed lifestyle where people are cordial and honest, adopting a strong work ethic and taking pride in the community. If you are visiting, we know that you will enjoy the experience of our old south charm mixed with new south vitality. Our amenities are only secondary to the friendly and helpful people you will meet.

With our unique mixture of small town Americana and big city excitement, your first trip to Mint Hill will not be your last.

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The Beginning

In 1701, Surveyor General and naturalist, John Lawson,

These and other early settlers were determined to establish

ventured from Charleston inland to the wilds of the back

a nation offering religious freedom, civic opportunity and

country. He found “a paradise” of luxuriant savannas laced

economic security. They labored to clear the land to build their

with pristine streams and edged with majestic forests. As early

homes and plant their crops. Neighbors worked together to

settlers arrived, they too were struck by the beauty. Grasslands

construct one room cabins and meeting houses. Isolated as

and alternating forests of oak, ash, poplar, elm and pine were

they were in the back country, members of the Clear Creek

home to abundant animal life including prized quail and

community forged strong bonds of kinship, faith, and a firm

turkey. The wildlife provided income as well as food for furs

belief in education that carried them through growth and

and hides that were in great demand.

change.

The peaceful nature of the Catawba and Sugaree Indians added to the attraction, as these tribes were already settled and engaged in hunting and agriculture. In addition, the settlers liked this back country because it was far away from the prying eyes of the British Lord Proprietors, who were overseeing colonization. By 1750, the fearless Scotch Irish Presbyterians from Pennsylvania headed south in droves down the Indian Trading Path that later became known as The Great Wagon Road.

Churches were established as the center of the community.

Philadelphia Eli Hinson built Arlington Baptist in 1875 to honor his promise of a safe return from the civil war.

Presbyterian c h u rc h , originally

named Clear Creek for its proximity to the creek water, dates from 1770.

The cemetery at Clear

Creek’s first location bears the markers of distinguished settlers, Adam Alexander, John Query, and John Foard, who were signers of the Mecklenburg Declaration of Independence.

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A LOOK AT MINT HILL’S PAST...

1770 Philadelphia Presbyterian Church 1889 Bain Academy 1899 Town of Mint Hill Chartered Pictured left to right on top of page 6: Dr. Ayer Whitley with 7 of his 12 children on the old homeplace; Pete Williams in his service truck operated from the Williams store on Blair Road; 1953 Charter Members of the Mint Hill Fire Department pose proudly with the new pumper truck; Robert Quillen, an influential community leader in 1958, welcomes all to Mint Hill; page 7 top left: James Estridge family reunion in the Clear Creek area c. 1919

1903 Industry Boom - i.e. Cotton Gin, Brick Yard, & Roller Mill 1910 Town Charter Cancelled Due To Road Paving 1931 Duke Power Came To Mint Hill 1950 Earp-Williams V.F.W. Organized 1952 Fire Department 1954 Post Office 1958 Library

Agriculture was the mainstay of Mecklenburg County’s

1971 Town Charter Resurrected

economy throughout the 1800s. Clear Creek’s self-sufficient

2003 Police Department

farmers produced an assortment of crops including corn, wheat, oats and peas. After the railroad arrived in nearby Charlotte, local farmers grew more cotton and other cash crops.

Many early communities adopted their names after the midnineteenth century railroad stops in their area. Clear Creek did not have a rail stop so the name may have come from an assay office established in the town during the local gold rush. Or perhaps the Mint Hill name was derived from another tradition that says the postmaster had an affinity for mint tea.

Clayton Kuck taught agriculture classes.

He is shown here on a sickle mower, harvesting hay for dairy cows.

Originally chartered in 1899, the town fathers petitioned the state in 1910 to cancel the town charter upon learning that state

Business and industry expanded after the Civil War. Enterprising

road work would not be done inside of corporate limits. So it Hay being taken to the barn.

citizens established cotton gins, blacksmith shops, a roller mill, a steam molasses mill, a brickyard, and a shingle factory. At that time, commerce centered along Fairview Road where the Henderson’s Store sold general merchandise.

Early settlers placed a high premium on education.

Churches were the first to provide classes and open local schoolhouses.

Education minded citizens and ministers taught in Students at Bain School c.1910-1912

their own homes. Bain

Academy, a privately owned institution, was established by John Bain in 1889 as a church school.

Charlotte annexation threatened the community. The charter was resurrected to protect Mint Hill from Charlotte’s sprawl.

As Mint Hill entered into the new century, the town’s business and industry expanded to meet the needs of the growing

community.

Agriculture and dairy farming continued to

The McEwen Funeral home, built in 1935, was one of the most impressive structures in the county.

dominate the still rural area, but other industries emerged as crop farming became less profitable. Commerce grew as well, altering patterns of development within the town as the

Students came from all over the coun-

McEwen family centered their growing business along the

try to attend Bain, one of the few high

intersection of Lawyers Road and Matthews-Mint Hill Road.

schools in the county. Nearby, board-

The years have brought many changes to this once rural farm-

ing homes were built to accommodate students and teachers.

remained until 1971 when alarm over approaching City of

A door for boys and a door for girls at the Wilgrove School c.1920

ing area. While opening its arms to diversity and growth, Mint Hill continues to retain its country charm.

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Location & Climate Mint Hill is located on the eastern side of Mecklenburg County.

Mint Hill enjoys a comfortable climate and an abundance of business and cultural opportunities. Here you’ll find peaceful living combined with convenient access to some of the state’s metropolitan centers, its beaches or its mountains.

Surrounding communities include Matthews, Stallings, Indian

Mint Hill

Trail, Harrisburg, and Charlotte. With it’s location just outside of the always-bustling city of Charlotte, commuting residents and visitors take pleasure in the area’s lack of congestion and

For another option of transportation,

ease of travel. Local thoroughfares make getting around town

Amtrak provides rail service to cities

a cinch, and nearby Interstates offer effecient regional travel.

The intersection of NC 51 (Matthews-Mint Hill Road) and

throughout the nation and is located about 10 miles from Mint Hill in Charlotte.

Lawyers Road is the center of Mint Hill and is known as “the

Mint Hill has a mild climate characterized by moderate

Square”. This is about eighteen miles from downtown

temperature variations and moderate humidity. The average

Charlotte. This was the second of three areas to be developed

temperature is about 60° ranging from an average winter

with commercial centers. Our “Square” has been landscaped

temperature of 43° to a summer average of 78°. The average

and provides a friendly appeal to our citizens. The original

annual precipitation is 44 inches, and the average relative

town was located on Highway 218 and now is the location of

humidity is 54 percent.

our Fire Department as well as shopping centers, banks, restaurants and several of the town’s oldest commercial

It's all right here in Mint Hill. . .beautiful residential areas, great

buildings. The southern leg of Interstate 485 provides 4

restaurants, shops, outdoor recreation, excellent medical

interchanges between Blair Road and Idlewild Road for easy

facilities and historic sites. . . the amenities are endless! In

acces into town. Access to the major highway systems of

Mint Hill, you’ll find a warm and welcoming community

I-85 and I-77 are also within minutes of Mint Hill.

filled with a sense of undying respect for its past and a relentless commitment to its future.

Four airports are located within proximity to the Town of Mint Hill. Ranked as one of the top 20 busiest airports in the United

Nearest Towns to Mint Hill

States, Charlotte Douglas International Airport is located about

Matthews ..................................................................... 5.7 miles

19 miles west of Mint Hill. The Wilgrove Air Park is located

Stallings ....................................................................... 6.5 miles

approximately 2 miles north of Mint Hill. The Monroe Regional

Indian Trail ................................................................... 7.7 miles

Airport is located 12 miles south of Mint Hill and Goose Creek

Harrisburg ................................................................... 9.9 miles

Municipal Airport is located 8 miles southeast of Mint Hill.

Charlotte ................................................................... 11.5 miles

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Q: How long have you been Town Clerk of Mint Hill?

I began working for the Town in 1980 as receptionist, secretary to the Town Administrator and Planning Department/Board and assisting with tax collection. I became Clerk/Tax Collector of Mint Hill in 1985; and in 2000, Clerk/Assisting Manager.

Beth Q. Hamrick Town Clerk

Q: What do you like best about your job?

Interaction with the public, various departments of the Town, and the elected officials. The work stays interesting and challenging because new situations and issues emerge almost daily, and state/local laws that effect the Town change on a regular basis.

Q: What are your top 3 priorities for Mint Hill at this time?

From the perspective of my duties as Town Clerk, it is important for the Town’s front-line staff to continue providing friendly and helpful service to the citizens who call or visit Town Hall. It’s equally important that we continue producing clear, accurate minutes of meetings to satisfy historical and reference purposes. As a citizen of the Town, I’d like to see more citizens become engaged in the Town through attendance at town meetings/local events, and have more citizens join one of the local civic/nonprofit organizations that do so much for the community.

Q: What makes Mint Hill great?

The people and the location. When Mint Hill’s population began growing rapidly many years ago, the residents who had grown up or lived in the community for a long time were quick to accept and welcome others to the Town. In turn, the “newcomers” welcomed the residents who came after them. The friendliness of the people has helped Mint Hill maintain its reputation for having a “small-town” feel. In addition to having the convenience of several businesses and eating establishments in the Town, Mint Hill’s proximity to Charlotte provides the citizens with some of the region’s best opportunities for employment, entertainment, shopping and continuing education. Another good thing about the location of Mint Hill is the fact that its residents are only a few hours’ driving distance from the beautiful mountains and beaches of North Carolina.

Q: What are your hopes and dreams for the town of Mint Hill in the future?

For the Town and other local organizations to continue addressing the needs of the community, foster the family atmosphere, and create such good memories for our youth that they will want to live in Mint Hill as adults.

Q: Are there any personnel staff that you would like to mention that assist you in your job?

We have been so fortunate to maintain an experienced, knowledgeable staff in the Clerk’s office with Doris Miller (25+ years of service) and Michelle Farrar (7+ years of service).

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Government The Town of Mint

The city provides a traditional mix of general government

Hill was incorporated

services, including police and fire protection, library, construc-

in 1971. The current

tion and maintenance of streets and infrastructure, storm water

Town Hall building

drainage, recreational activities, cultural events, planning,

was

zoning, housing and administrative services.

completed

in

1984 and constructed with energy conser-

The City of Mint Hill is governed by a nonpartisan mayor and

vation in mind. The

board of commissioners, elected at-large biannually. They all

location of Town Hall was made possible through the generos-

work together to make decisions in order to maintain and

ity of John and Scottie McEwen who donated to the Town the

improve the safety and well-being of the community and

five acres on which Town Hall is located. Mr. McEwen served

economic development. They hold regular meetings at the

as the first Mayor being appointed by the North Carolina

Town Hall on the second and fourth Thursday of each month.

Legislature after the incorporation of the Town of Mint Hill.

Also, there is a planning board, board of adjustment and park

Those of you who are residents or visitors of the Town of Mint

and recreation committee, each meeting monthly. The public is

Hill and have not visited Town Hall are welcome to visit with

encouraged to attend these meetings.

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Town Hall 7151 Matthews-Mint Hill Road • Mint Hill, NC 28227 Phone: 704-545-9726 • Fax 704-545-0802 Hours: 8:30 am - 5:00 pm Monday thru Friday www.minthill.com

City Council meets the second and fourth Thursday of each month at 7:00 pm at Mint Hill Town Hall in the John M. McEwen Assembly Room.

Mayor - Ted H. Biggers ................................................ 704-545-9727 ext. 119 Mayor Pro-Tem - Lloyd Austin ..................................... 704-545-9727 ext. 210 Commissioner - Carl M. Ellington ................................ 704-545-9727 ext. 213 Commissioner - Brenda McRae .................................. 704-545-9727 ext. 212 Commissioner - Katrina "Tina" Ross ........................... 704-545-9727 ext. 211 Town Manager - Brian L. Welch ................................... 704-545-9727 ext. 118 Town Clerk - Beth Q. Hamrick ..................................... 704-545-9727 ext. 113

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Tim W. Ledford Q: How long have you been Police Chief of Mint Hill?

2 years

Police Chief

Q: What do you like best about your job?

The ability to interact with our citizens, find out what their needs are and addressing those needs to their satisfaction.

Q: What are your top 3 priorities for Mint Hill at this time?

1. Continue to provide professional police service 2. Introduce a Volunteer’s In Police Service Program 3. Increase pro-active educational efforts Q: What makes Mint Hill great?

The warm, friendly, enthusiastic support of the community.

Q: What are your hopes and dreams for the town of Mint Hill in the future?

As Mint Hill continues to grow, I would hope that we can control the manner in which this growth takes place. By doing so, we can ensure Mint Hill will be the prime location that people will want to visit, become enchanted by what they see and want to become a part of the community.

Q: Are there any personnel staff that you would like to mention that assist you in your job?

Captain Scott Hall, Lieutenant John Rowell and Lieutenant Anne Marie Garmon are tremendous assets in assisting with the daily operation of the department. Marsha Brackett and Faye Fink are excellent resources for the daily administrative functions.

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The police department has 30 full-time employees, two volunteers, and one auxiliary officer. The department now consists of three administrative police supervisors (Chief, Captain, and Lieutenant), five patrol sergeants, three detectives (one detective-sergeant, two detectives), one school-resource officer (SRO), 18 patrol officers, two administrative personnel, one part-time/auxiliary officer, and two volunteer police chaplains.

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Mission

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To preserve and make available to the public, historical records and artifacts pertaining to historic life in the Mint Hill area, in order to promote interest and pride in the history of the area, while also providing opportunities for cultural education to the community at large.

Volunteers Special talents and skills such as conducting research, cataloging museum items, reconstructing and preserving buildings, serving as docents and leading tours, and other levels of expertise are always needed and appreciated and needed by the Mint Hill Historical Society, which is open to new members and volunteers

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2010 Board of Directors Tony Long (President) Rohn Waldrep (Vice President) Mike Cochrane (Treasurer) Tony Johnson (Secretary) Rich Ferretti

Annual Membership Directory Full color business directory with Mint Hill Chamber Member’s contact information & ads accessible to the Mint Hill community.

Leon Hill Lyndell Thompson Mike Richardson, MD Brian Nunn David Fuerst Becky Rowell Gary Downer

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www.minthillchamberofcommerce.com Valuable web resource for the business community. isupportminthill.com Web portal connecting business and community.

Monthly Member Luncheons Networking event with business or civic related speakers of interest for the membership.

Business After & Before Hours Events On-going networking opportunities within the Mint Hill community.

Networking 101 Seminars Five "One Hour Sessions" designed to improve networking skills for increased revenue.

Connections: A bi-monthly print newsletter for chamber members.

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We hope you will participate in these exciting & on-going programs and reap the benefits of their reach within our community.

As growth in Mint Hill continues and more businesses relocate to our area, we know that you’ll be glad you made the decision to join!

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Tony Long Q: How long have you been the President of the Mint Hill Chamber of Commerce?

I am serving my 3rd year as Chamber President and have been actively involved in this organization for 15 years.

Chamber of Commerce President

Q: What do you like best about your job?

Working with the Chamber Board of Directors and other volunteers that strengthen our community. Seeing the value to our members of operating as a Chamber. It’s amazing how the Mint Hill Chamber is recognized statewide as a positive entity for Mint Hill.

Q: What are your top 3 priorities for Mint Hill at this time?

With a small town environment providing a lovely place to live, work, raise a family and cherish the senior years. 1. Continued passion for our good schools in Mint Hill. 2. Maintain our respect and support for our public safety personnel which serve us 24/7. 3. That Mint Hill would soon have a YMCA type facility and a permanent home for the Chamber of Commerce.

Q: What makes Mint Hill great?

Our town is endowed with so much opportunity. The dreams and aspirations of future generations are almost unlimited. Trust that we will prepare Mint Hill for our children so they may prosper.

Q: What are your hopes and dreams for the town of Mint Hill in the future?

I hope that we will preserve our past and treasure it. With access to an interstate highway we have wonderful transportation options. Having the largest parcels of undeveloped land in eastern Mecklenburg County gives us great possibilities to grow responsibly. Hopefully recent studies will be implemented for more bicycle and pedestrian activity in Mint Hill which will be a bonus for our quality of life.

Q: Are there any personnel staff that you would like to mention that assist you in your job?

Chamber Administrator, Sandy Barnett is instrumental in the day to day success that we enjoy in our Chamber. We are blessed with a great relationship with Town government and a select group of board members willing to serve as best for our Chamber.

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Facts & Figures

Post Office Before rural free delivery, people came to town where the postmaster would distribute mail from his home or place of

Population

24,445 (in 2009)

Total Land Area

25 Square Miles

Annual Budget

$9,600,000

as the postmaster for Mint Hill. The legend is Mr. Waters

Town of Mint Hill Tax Rate

$0.275 per $100 valuation

named the area “Mint Hill”. Over the years many people have

Mecklenburg County Tax Rate -

$0.8387 per $100 valuation

Form of City Government

Council, Mayor & Manager

“Miss Scottie” McEwen was the Post Mistress and had a post

38 Police Personnel

office at the corner of Lawyers Road and Matthews-Mint Hill

-

Mint Hill Police Department

5 5 30 70

Percent of Population by Age Group Under 5 years 18 years and over 65 years and over

7.2% 72.8% 10.2%

Median Age

39.5 years

In Labor Force (16 years and over)

72.1%

Population Mix White Black/AfricanAmerican Hispanic or Latino Asian

82.6% 9.6% 5.6% 1.4%

Education Level for 25 years and over High school graduate Bachelor’s degree

90.9% 28.5%

Office/Business/ Professional Centers Light Industrial/Distribution Retail Centers

The records show mail delivery in Clear Creek

(Mint Hill) as early as 1831. In 1860, Joshua Waters was listed

been responsible for the postal services, J. E. Henderson had the post office in his store on Brief Road. In the mid-1900’s

Road. In 1997, Poster Master Wes Wiles opened the doors to the

Mint Hill Volunteer Fire Department Dept of Insurance Rating Full-Time Employees Part-Time Employees Volunteers

Real Estate Residential

business.

present facilities on Lawyers Road.

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Albemarle Rd.

Lawyers Rd.

Matthews-Mint Hill Rd.

Wilgrove Rd.

Commercial Space Available Total Housing Units 8,745 % of Owner Occupied Housing 83.2% Median Household Income $71,662

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Jeremy Russell Q: How long have you been Fire Chief of Mint Hill?

I am currently serving my 6th year as Chief of the Department and I have been with the Fire Department for 20 years.

Mint Hill VFD Fire Chief

Q: What do you like best about your job?

The fulfillment I get by assisting the community when it is in need and the joy of knowing that I have made a difference in someone’s life.

Q: What are your top 3 priorities for Mint Hill at this time?

First is the assurance of coverage 24 / 7 / 365 of Fire and Medical Personnel to respond to and mitigate emergencies as they occur, second is working on very early stages of a second Fire Station to cover the outlying areas, and third is to be there to provide services to the entire community for any reason, any time!

Q: What makes Mint Hill great?

Mint Hill is made great by the people that live here. We all try to get to know each other and almost everyone you meet in the Town seems to have a genuine desire to help each other out, in one manner or another.

Q: What are your hopes and dreams for the town of Mint Hill in the future?

That the Town can continue to grow yet always maintain the “Mayberry” atmosphere as far as the way the town’s people act with each other.

Q: Are there any personnel staff that you would like to mention that assist you in your job?

I have roughly 96 Staff Members, these are Volunteer, Part Time and Full Time. My hats off to these men and women that have the desire and heart to help this community day in and day out. The ones that Volunteer are truly what this Department was designed for some 58 years ago, it was neighbor helping neighbor. Today we do have to have Paid Staff to augment the Volunteers, but without these men and women that GIVE their time, this Department would truly not be what it is today. Thanks to you all, you have the utmost respect for each other, and even more for the citizen that is lying wounded or ill on the street...You are all...my Heros!

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Fire Departments Mint Hill Volunteer Fire Department The Fire/EMS service is one of the largest in the area, and is the only local volunteer service providing for Fire, Heavy Rescue and Emergency Medical Services. The department has approximately 75 fire personnel and 25 medical personnel covering 40 square miles with a population of approximately 20,000. Nine pieces of equipment serve the community and volunteer firemen respond to between 2,500 and 3,000 calls annually. With an excellent Department of Insurance rating of 5 on the state level for volunteer departments they have a proven record for quick response time.

After School Program Traditional Tae Kwon Do Philippine Combatives Strength & Conditioning Olympic Sparring Program Adult Boot Camp

8313 Fairview Road • Mint Hill, NC 28227 Non-Emergency: 704-545-4866 • Fax 704-545-0384 Idlewild Volunteer Fire Department This station provides fire suppression and emergency medical and rescue services to the residents of Matthews, Mint Hill and surrounding areas of Mecklenburg County. Each year they respond to approximately 2,000 calls for service, including both fire and EMS related incidents. This department is a private, non-profit corporation.

10241 Idlewild Road • Matthews, NC 28105 Non-Emergency: 704-545-5561 • Fax 704-545-0228

Whether your are interested in our programs for mental or physical well being, King Tiger offers a number of programs that will fit your developmental needs and your busy schedule as well.

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Store Hours: Monday thru Saturday 7am - 7pm | Closed Sundays

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Civic/Youth Groups Mecklenburg County Council Boy Scouts of America 1410 E. 7th Street • Charlotte, NC 28204 704-333-5471 www.mccscouting.org Earp-Williams VFW #4059 11345 Bain Schol Road • Mint Hill, NC 28227 704-545-3119 Eastern Star Mint Hill Chapter #353 P.O. Box 691742 Mint Hill, NC 28227 Girl Scouts, Hornets’ Nest Council 7007 Idlewild Road • Charlotte, NC 28212 704-731-6500 www.hngirlscouts.org Kiwanis Club of Mint Hill P.O. Box 23450 • Charlotte, NC 28227 704-753-4971 Matthews-Mint Hill Optimist Club P.O. Box 1481 • Matthews, NC 28106 704-560-9202 www.minthilloptimistclub.org Mint Hill Arts 7714 Matthews-Mint Hill Road Mint Hill, NC 28227 980-226-5532 www.minthillarts.org Mint Hill Athletic Association 7205 Clubhouse • Mint Hill, NC 28227 704-545-1180 www.mhaa.us Mint Hill Historical Society 7601 Matthews-Mint Hill Road Mint Hill, NC 28227 704-573-2188 www.minthillhistory.com Mint Hill Lions Club 13701 Thompson Road • Mint Hill, NC 28227 704-573-2188 www.minthilllions.com Mint Hill Masonic Lodge #742 10224 Lawyers Road • Charlotte, NC 28227 704-545-5583 Mint Hill Scottish Society 5832 Clubhouse • Mint Hill, NC 28227 704-545-8705 www.minthillhighlandgames.com Mint Hill Women’s Club 5832 Clubhouse • Mint Hill, NC 28227 704-545-8705 www.minthillwc.com Rotary Club of Mint Hill P.O. Box 690478 • Charlotte, NC 28227 704-573-6547

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Education Photo by Jim Young

With the knowledge that excellent education is an invaluable investment in its residents’ lives, the area has ensured easy access to high-quality educational opportunities for students of all ages. The area offers quality public school systems, excellent charter schools, vocational and technical training programs, and access to some of the finest colleges and universities in the region.

Those in Mint Hill who wish to continue their education are fortunate to have an abundance of excellent institutions close to home. These include Central Piedmont Community College, University of North Carolina at Charlotte, Queens University, Johnson & Wales University, Pfeiffer University, Johnson C. Smith University, and many more. All of which can be reached with just a short drive from Mint Hill.

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools (CMS) General Information 980-343-3000 Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools (CMS) Magnet Schools 980-343-5030 Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools (CMS) School Assignment 980-343-5335 Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools (CMS) www.cms.k12.nc.us Charter Schools: (K-8) http://queensgrant.heritage academies.com (High School) http://qgphs.com

Bain Elementary 11524 Bain School Road Charlotte, NC 28227 980-343-6915

David W. Butler High School 1810 Matthews-Mint Hill Road Matthews, NC 28105 980-343-6300

Clear Creek Elementary 13501 Albemarle Road Charlotte, NC 28227 980-343-6922

Independence High School 1967 Patriot Drive Charlotte, NC 28227 980-343-6900

J.H. Gunn Elementary 7520 Harrisburg Road Charlotte, NC 28215 980-343-6477

Rocky River High School 10505 Clear Creek Commerce Dr. Mint Hill, NC 28227 980-344-0409

Lebanon Road Elementary 7300 Lebanon Road Mint Hill, NC 28227 980-343-3640

Charter Schools (Tuition Free)

Mint Hill Middle School 11501 Idlewild Road Mint Hill, NC 28227 980-343-5439 Northeast Middle School 5960 Brickstone Drive Charlotte, NC 28227 980-343-6920

Queen’s Grant Community (K-8) 6400 Matthews-Mint Hill Road Mint Hill, NC 28227 704-573-6611 Queen’s Grant Prep High School 10323 Idlewild Road Matthews, NC 28105 704-545-0736

Mint Hill Arts Child Development Center A 5 Star Facility

Mint Hill Arts is designed to be an information and support network for local artists of all mediums and a source of educational and cultural enrichment to the public. We welcome artists of all mediums and skill levels. Membership is open to all local artists and patrons of the arts.

Mint Hill Arts offers a full curriculum of classes for adults and children in oils, watercolor, drawing, jewelry, weaving, and more. The gallery is open Tuesday through Saturday 10:00 am - 3:00 pm. Our Gallery Receptions are held each month on the second Friday from 7:00 pm thru 9:00 pm.

Mint Hill Arts moved into the center of the Grace Building in the fall of 2010.

Now Enrolling Infants, Toddlers, Preschool, and After-School

A Quality Child Care Facility That Utilizes the North Carolina Approved Creative Curriculum

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A Staff That Believes In Creating A Partnership With Families

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Brookdale Location 9525 Stafford Rd. Charlotte, NC 28215

704-882-4161

704-599-4088

Jamie Stevens, Director

Tiffany McLain, Director

Visit our website at www.mykidsarefirst.com “At Kids are First we strive to create an environment that is sensitive to the social, emotional, intellectual, and physical needs of all children; an environment that allows each child the freedom of self-expression. We provide developmentally appropriate programs that focus on the process of learning while also helping them to enjoy many other successful experiences. We encourage not just learning, but the LOVE of learning!”

– Donna Griggs, Owner, Executive Director

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Worship A wide variety of churches and faith-based communities, offering an array of denominations and religions, have made their home in the Mint Hill area. Through their commitment to worship, Mint Hill residents maintain a strong, close-knit community.

Henderson Grove Presbyterian NC 51 Highway Charlotte, NC 28227 704-545-3014 Arlington Baptist 9801 Arlington Church Road Mint Hill, NC 28227 704-545-4589 Bethel AME Zion 5400 Barnsdale Ln. Mint Hill, NC 28227 704-545-0154 Blair Road United Methodist 9135 Blair Rd. Mint Hill, NC 28227 704-545-6785 Dulin’s Grove Advent Christian 11200 Arlington Church Road Charlotte, NC 28227 704-545-5893 Faith Baptist 6840 Wilson Grove Road Mint Hill, NC 28227 704-545-0937 Fellowship Baptist 11416 Albemarle Road Mint Hill, NC 28227 704-545-9668

Senior Nutrition Program

New Life Evangelical 7701 Matthews-Mint Hill Road Mint Hill, NC 28227 704-778-3759

Idlewild Baptist 12701 Idlewild Road Matthews, NC 28105 704-847-6565

North Union Chapel Church Of God 12411 Bain School Rd. Mint Hill, NC 28227 704-545-9040

Mint Hill Baptist 7835 Matthews-Mint Hill Rd. Mint Hill, NC 28227 704-545-0121

Philadelphia Presbyterian 11501 Bain School Rd. Mint Hill, NC 28227 704-545-6172

Mint Hill Presbyterian 8528 Brief Road Mint Hill, NC 28227 704-545-5199

Shiloh Truelight Truelight Church Road Mint Hill, NC 28227 704-573-3903

Morningstar Lutheran 12509 Idlewild Road Matthews, NC 28105 704-847-4502

St. Luke Catholic 13700 Lawyers Road Mint Hill, NC 28227 704-545-1224

Mt Lebanon Baptist 6335 Wilson Grove Rd. Mint Hill, NC 28227 704-545-7852

Wilson Grove Baptist 6624 Wilgrove Mint Hill Rd. Mint Hill, NC 28227 704-545-5625

The Senior Nutrition Program at Philadelphia Presbyterian Church was started after leaders were successful in persuading the county to start a program in Mint Hill.

Lawyers Road Baptist and Blair Road Methodist Churches provided the first vans that picked up seniors who were unable to drive. Educational programs, entertainment, exercise, and fellowship continue to enrich the lives of those who attend this daily program. Call 704-573-2490 for more information or to register.

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Mint Hill Carpets, Inc. Commercial and Residential

11300-F Lawyers Road Charlotte, NC 28227

704-545-7422 ~ FAMILY BUSINESS FOR OVER 25 YEARS ~

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Healthcare Residents and visitors of Mint Hill can take comfort in knowing that they have access to numerous medical facilities with exceptional reputations.

With two healthcare networks in the area - Carolinas HealthCare System and Presbyterian Healthcare - quality doctors, surgeons, assistants, nurses and all other support staff use the most advanced equipment to bring the best possible services to the patients they serve.

In addition to the many healthcare centers and clinics, there are numerous medical and dental specialists who have offices conveniently located throughout the city. There are also several assisted living facilities and retirement communities that provide residents with the comforts of home while providing medical attention for those who need additional care.

McEwen Funeral Service Mint Hill Chapel Serving the families of Mint Hill since 1918

7428 Matthews ~ Mint Hill Rd.

704-545-4864

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Voter Registration Mecklenburg County Board of Elections 741 Kenilworth Avenue • Suite 202 Charlotte, NC 28204 Ph: 704-336-2133 • Fax: 704-343-0537 www.meckboe.org New residents may register to vote at the Mecklenburg County Board of Elections, at any public library, at some town halls, at driver’s license offices, social service agencies, or by mail.

To vote, you must be a US citizen, at least 18 years old (17 1/2 to register), mentally sound and not under conviction of a felony.

Voters must be registered at least 25 days before the election.

Voters must bring proof of current residence and a form of identification showing their full legal name in order to register.

Yarn • Needles • Classes Knitting and Crocheting Supplies & Accessories The Unique Yarn Shop in the Charlotte Area 7717 Matthews-Mint Hill Road • Mint Hill • 704.545.8440 • www.cottageyarn.com Mint Hill, North Carolina

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Festivals & Events

There’s plenty to do throughout the year in Mint Hill, with a

Movies on the Lawn

festival or special event celebrating the unique lifestyle and

www.minthill.com The town of Mint Hill hosts free movies on the lawn every weekend in May starting at dusk. All the movies are family friendly so bring a blanket or lawn chair or sit on the grass. Check the town’s website for movie showings and further details.

history of the region.

Herb & Flower Festival

April

www.minthillhistory.com Go home from this festival with homegrown herbs, flowers, and vegetables. You can meet and talk to some of the area’s master gardeners, herbalists and composters. Demonstrations will also take place.

Discover Mint Hill

April

At Discovery Square at Matthews-Mint Hill Rd. and Bain School Road www.discoverminthill.org Discover Mint Hill is a festival hosted by the Mint Hill Historical Society to promote the town and all it offers. Attendees can tour the historical village and have the chance to pan for gold, do laundry the old-fashioned way and watch re-enactors go about daily tasks such as sewing and knitting. Town departments and civic organizations are on hand and festival goers can even ride a double-decker bus for a tour of the town. There’s even a treasure hunt with prizes awarded.

Come Discover Mint Hill!! - It’s all about your community! Activities include: Double-decker bus historic tours, treasure hunt, Herb and Flower Festival, Mint Hill Arts Gallery, Historic Village craft demonstrations, programs and tours at your local library, meet Mint Hill’s public safety providers police and fire, get acquainted with the civic groups, and much more.

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Mint Hill Highland Games

May

May

www.minthillhighlandgames.com As one of Mint Hill’s favorite festivals, this annual event includes gathering of Scottish Clans & Parade of Tartans, rugby demonstrations, animal demonstrations, children’s activities, music, dancing, scottish cuisine, and a vendor village.

Mint Hill Farmers Market

May - Sept.

9:00 am - 1:00 pm every Saturday At the Carl J. McEwen Historic Village The market supports local farms as a viable part of the community by providing a place for local farmers to sell their fresh produce directly to consumers. This convenient market strives to be a blend of fresh marketplace and gathering spot for all members of the community in Mint Hill and our surrounding neighbors.

June Tunes

June

Salute To Veterans

November

At Mint Hill Town Hall 7151 Matthews-Mint Hill Rd. www.minthill.com Music fills the air in downtown Mint HIll as the town hosts free outdoor concerts This weekly event takes place on the front lawn of Town Hall. All concerts begin at 7:30 pm and are free to the public. It’s a fun event and the perfect way to spend a summer evening with friends and family.

This tribute to veterans of all wars takes place on Friday for school students and Saturday for the public. Friday's school program focuses on the civil war. Presenters and re – enactors will offer students a hands on experience in history. Reservations are required. On Saturday the public is invited to visit the exhibits of civil war and other military memorabilia. Call 704-573-0726.

Sunday Afternoon In The Park

Veteran's Breakfast

August

www.minthill.com This family friendly event at the Park on Wilgrove features artists and musicians who display, perform, demonstrate and sell their products. Admission is free. This event is hosted by the town of Mint Hill.

November

www.minthill.com www.minthillchamberofcommerce.com The Town of Mint Hill & The Mint Hill Chamber of Commerce host breakfast every year to honor our local veterans.

Christmas Tree Lighting Mint Hill Madness

September

www.minthillchamberofcommerce.com Mint Hill Madness is an annual family-friendly weekend festival which celebrates the arrival of Fall. It is our community’s largest event drawing 30,000+ into the Mint Hill area.

December

www.minthill.com Area residents are invited to enjoy homemade cookies, cocoa & cider served by Town officials as the Town's tree is lit at the start of the holiday season.

Christmas Tea

December Come celebrate the season at the Holiday Tea in the Ashcraft Schoolhouse. It is a wonderful time to visit with friends, enjoy delicious treats and old time charm in the schoolhouse.

Call 704-545-4928 to make reservations.

The event takes place in the downtown area of Matthews-Mint Hill Rd. & Lawyers Rd and offers Live Music & Entertainment, Rides, Carnival Games, Arts & Crafts, Fair Food, Miss Mint Hill Beauty Pageant, Annual Parade & Fireworks!

Senior Christmas Party

This event is hosted by the Mint Hill Chamber of Commerce on the last weekend in September each year. For activity agenda visit: www.minthillchamberofcommerce/Madness or call 704-573-8282.

www.minthillchamberofcommerce.com Every year the Mint Hill Chamber of Commerce celebrates the holidays by providing lunch & entertainment to area senior citizens. The event takes place the first Saturday of December and is free to Mint Hill residents. Call 704-573-8282 for details.

December

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Recreation Recreation in Mint Hill and its surrounding area is abounding,

Numerous golf courses and clubs are

offering residents and visitors an array of outdoor pastimes

positioned within a 30-minute drive from

sure to fit every interest. The Mint Hill Parks and Recreation

Mint Hill, with two located in the town.

Department maintains two public parks with many amenities

The Olde Sycamore Golf Plantation is an

including facilities to rent for special occasions.

18-hole, semi private golf club nestled among a mature forest of hardwoods

Mint Hill Parks & Recreation Department

only a few minutes from I-485. Pine Lake

PO Box 23457

Country Club has been providing its

7151 Matthews-Mint Hill Road • Mint Hill, NC 28227

members and guests golf and fun for over fifty years. This

Phone: 704-545-9726 • Fax: 704-545-0802

full-service country club offers recreational activities such as

Contact: Michelle Farrar ................ 704-545-9726 ext 100

golf, tennis & fitness, and swimming as well as superb dining options.

www.minthill.com

Mint Hill Sports Complex Fairview Park

9700 Brief Road • Mint Hill, NC 28227

7750 Jim Harper Lane • Mint Hill, NC 28227

www.mhaa.us

Fairview Park officially

The Mint Hill Sports

opened in 1997. This park

Complex is maintained

is over 55 acres in size

by the Mint Hill Athletic

with amenities for all

Association. This organi-

ages. There are two soccer

zation provides a source

fields surrounded by an

of athletic opportunities

asphalt bike/roller blade

for the youth of Mint Hill

The park has attracted the interest of many soccer

and its surrounding communities such as baseball, basketball,

players throughout the area. Other amenities include a full

cheerleading, football, soccer, and softball to boys and girls

concession stand, large restrooms, racquetball and tennis

ages 4-16.

path.

courts, beach volleyball courts, and a nine hole disc golf course that winds its way through the natural areas of the park. The

Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation

nature trail is planted with a wide range of plants and trees

704-336-7600 or call 311 for camps, programs, leagues,

native to this part of the North Carolina.

and other activities www.charmeck.org/Departments/Park+and+Rec/Home.htm

Wilgrove Park

There are several other parks located near Mint Hill which are

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maintained by the Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation.

The Park on Wilgrove offers

This county department is home to 210 parks and facilities

a variety of activities. This

located on more than 17,600 acres of parkland throughout

was the first municipal park

Mecklenburg County. For your four-

in Town dating back to 1974.

legged friends there are several dog parks

It currently has a lighted

located throughout the county. The

softball field, two lighted

closest one to Mint Hill is Barkingham

tennis courts, two non-

Park located at Reedy Creek Park,

lighted courts, natural walking trail that circles the perimeter of

2900 Rocky River Road, Charlotte, NC.

the park, several large and small picnic areas, and a large

This is a four-acre, fenced-in, off-leash

variety of playground equipment for children to enjoy.

area for dogs to run and play.

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Drivers License & Registration Driver's License Examining Office 6407 Idlewild Road - Independence Office Park • Charlotte 704-531-5563

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We pride ourselves on our knowledge of the hair care industry and nurture the integrity and professionalism of the industry as a whole.

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New residents are required to obtain a North Carolina driver's license within 60 days of establishing permanent residence. If you have moved to the area from another North Carolina county, you have 60 days to get another license with your new address. New residents must pass a written exam, a vision test, and a road sign recognition test. New residents must also register their vehicle(s) before the reciprocity agreement between North Carolina and your former state expires (usually 30 days).

Registration will be renewed annually. You must also get a vehicle safety inspection within 10 days of receiving your NC License Plate. Inspection is required annually.

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Phone Numbers & Links FIRE • POLICE • AMBULANCE .... 911

Utilities Electric Duke Energy ............................................. 800-877-9898 www.duke-energy.com

Mint Hill Police Deptartment ................... 704-545-1085 (non-emergency) Mint Hill Fire Deptartment ....................... 704-545-4866 (non-emergency) Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Deptartment (non-emergency)..................................................... 311 If outside Charlotte ................................. 704-336-7600

Mecklenburg Co. Area Mental Health ..... 704-336-6404 Mecklenburg Co. Board of Elections ...... 704-336-2133

Union Power Cooperative ......................... 704-289-3145 www.union-power.com

Mecklenburg Co. Manager’s Office....... 704-336-2472

Gas Piedmont Natural Gas ................................ 800-752-7504 www.piedmontng.com

Veterans Services .................................. 704-336-2102

Water Charlotte-Mecklenburg Utilities ................. 704-336-2211 www.charmeck.org/Departments/Utilities

Homeless Support Services ....................704-926-0617 Women's Commission .............................704-336-3210 Mecklenburg Co. Health Department ..... 704-336-4700 Mecklenburg Co. Department of Social Services ........................ 704-336-3000

Telephone AT&T ......................................................... 888-757-6500 www.att.com

CARE line ................................. 704-336-CARE (2273) Help keep your neighbors safe, report child abuse, abuse of senoirs, or adults with disabilities.

NC Highway Patrol ................................. 919-733-3861 (non-emergency)

Cable Charlotte Time Warner .............................. 704-289-3168 www.twcarolina.com

Mecklenburg Co. Adult Substance Abuse Services ........................ 704-336-6404

Medical Care Carolinas Medical Center ....................... 704-355-2000 www.carolinasmedicalcenter.org

Garbage Collection RCS, Inc. .................................................. 704-545-9726 www.minthill.com

Carolinas Medical Center - Mercy .......... 704-379-5000 www.cmc-mercy.org

Resident Recycling Center Hickory Grove Recycling Center at 8007 Pence Road .......................... 704-376-9359 www.charmeck.org

Crime Stoppers Tip Line ......................... 704-334-1600 Mecklenburg County Sheriff’s Office (non-emergency) .................................... 704-336-2543

Carolinas Medical Center - Mint Hill Medical Plaza Urgent Care Carolinas HealthCare Urgent Care - Mint Hill .................. 704-863-9600 www.carolinashealthcareurgentcare.org Internal Medicine Charlotte Medical Clinic ................... 704-863-9500 www.charlottemedical.org Pediatrics University Pediatrics ........................ 704-863-9550 www.universitypeds.org Obstetrics/Gynecology Greater Carolinas Women’s Center .. 704-547-0858 www.gcwomenscenter.org Presbyterian Hospital - Matthews ........... 704-384-6500 www.presbyterian.org Presbyterian Hospital - Downtown ......... 704-383-4000 Presbyterian Mint Hill Family Practice .... 704-384-8760 http://practices.novanthealth.org/minthillfp/home/ Levine Children’s Hospital ..................... 704-381-2000 www.levinechildrenshospital.org North Carolina Poison Control Voice/TDD/TTY ................................... 1-800-222-1222 Federal Do-Not-Call Lists You can register by dialing .................. 1-888-382-1222 or register on-line at www.donotcall.gov Parental Stress Help Line ....................... 800-367-2543 National Center for Missing & Exploited Children .................................. 800-843-5678 American Red Cross Greater Carolinas Chapter ..................... 704-376-1661 United Family Services .......................... 704-332-9034

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Mint Hill, North Carolina

Just 1 Call ............................................... 704-432-1111 A one-stop source of information and assistance for senior citizens, adults with disabilities, caregivers and service providers.

Mecklenburg County. Park and Recreation ............. 311 or 704-336-7600 Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools ............. 980-343-3000 www.cms.k12.nc.us

Miscellaneous Call Before You Dig ................................... 704-376-9359

Three Digit Dialing

Mint Hill Government

Information Line ...................................................... 311 311 is the City of Charlotte and Mecklenburg County's phone number for non-emergency services and government information: Animals, Taxes, Road Improvements, Garbage and Recycling Pickup, Non-life Threatening Emergencies, Parks, Utility Services, and Storm Water. If you are calling from outside Mecklenburg County or if your cellular carrier will not connect you to 311, dial 704-336-7600.

Town Hall ................................................ 704-545-9726 Town Manager - Brian Welch ... 704-545-9726 ext. 118 Mayor - Ted Biggers ................. 704-545-9727 ext. 119 Mayor Pro-Tem - Lloyd Austin ... 704-545-9727 ext. 210 Commissioner - Carl Ellington ... 704-545-9727 ext. 213 Commissioner - Brenda McRae .. 704-545-9727 ext. 212

Social Services ...................................................... 211

Commissioner - Tina Ross ........ 704-545-9727 ext. 211

Directory Assistance ............................................... 411

Town Clerk - Beth Hamrick ........ 704-545-9727 ext. 113

North Carolina Road Conditions ............................. 511

Parks & Recreation - Michelle Farrar ...... 704-545-9727

Connecting Line For Speech/Hearing Impaired ...... 711

Libraries www.plcmc.org

Transportation

Mint Hill Branch ...................................... 704-545-3932

Department of Transportation (DOT) .. 1-877-DOT-4YOU www.ncdot.org

Charlotte-Meck. Main Library ................... 704-336-2725

NCDOT DMV .......................................... 919-715-7000 www.ncdot.org/dmv

Oganizations

Driver’s License - Charlotte East Office ... 704-531-5563

Mint Hill Arts ........................................... 980-226-5532 www.minthillarts.org Mint Hill Athletic Association ................... 704-545-4663 www.mhaa.us Mint Hill Chamber of Commerce .............. 704-573-8282 www.minthillchamber.com Mint Hill Historical Society ...................... 704-573-0726 www.minthillhistory.com

Vehicle & License Plate Renewal Office ... 704-535-2525 Amtrak ................................................. 1-800-872-7245 www.amtrak.com Charlotte Douglas International Airport .... 704-359-4013 http://charlottedouglasintlairport.com/ Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) .... 704-336-RIDE www.ridetransit.org