News About Town: The January 25 Board of Commissioners meeting agenda is available online. To watch live, the meeting is available via Zoom (link here, enter meeting ID 960 8336 8544). A livestream of the meeting will also be available via the Town of Matthews YouTube Channel. To listen live, call toll free 888-788-0099 and enter meeting ID 960 8336 8544.

Interesting items include a presentation from Mecklenburg County Public Health Director Gibbie Harris; discussion of McKee Road extension (from Pleasant Plains to John Street); and a discussion around tree save ordinances.

The meeting starts at 7 pm. For more information, including the process for public comment, visit the town website.

One Good Thing: Livable Meck, a conglomerate of local governments, non-profits businesses, and residents in Mecklenburg County, is hosting a lunchtime session about the County Budget on Friday, February 12, at noon. The session will cover how funds are allocated and provide opportunity for input and feedback on the FY22 County budget. Registration is required for the virtual (WebEx) event. Registration closes Monday, February 1.