REGIONAL
The GCLMPO implemented a participatory memorandum of understanding to be a part of the Charlotte Regional Alliance for Transportation (CRAFT), a regional organization that was established in 2001. Through CRAFT, neighboring transportation planning organizations within the Charlotte metropolitan bi-state region work together in a continuing, cooperative and comprehensive regional transportation planning process.
Members of CRAFT include the Cabarrus-Rowan Metropolitan Planning Organization, Gaston-Cleveland-Lincoln Metropolitan Planning Organization, Charlotte Regional Transportation Planning Organization, the Rock Hill-Fort Mill Area Transportation Study, and Rocky River Rural Planning Organization. CRAFT’s role is to enhance communication among jurisdictions, promote awareness of regional concerns, and to provide an educational forum that addresses significant common transportation issues.
The Carolina Thread Trail is a developing 2-state, 15-county regional network of greenways, trails and blueways that will reach approximately 2.9 million citizens. The Thread Trail serves as a catalytic organization to create non-motorized options by developing an interconnected greenway and trail system.
Currently, in working with community partners, over 300 miles of greenways, trails, and sidewalk connections are open for public access. The Thread Trail provides funding, technical assistance, and marketing to promote the development of the trail system. Gaston, Cleveland, and Lincoln counties all have adopted Carolina Thread Trail Master Plans with segments currently on the ground and being enjoyed by residents and visitors alike.
NC 73 Council of Planning
The Council of Planning is a multi-jurisdictional body tasked with monitoring and managing the NC 73 corridor, a 35-mile section of rapidly developing communities in the northern parts of the Charlotte region.
Regional Planning Organizations