The Waxhaw BOC meeting July 28, 2026 focused on transportation, public safety, and long-term planning. While no major votes took place, the discussion revealed how the Board is preparing for important decisions in the coming months. From regional transportation funding to school traffic safety and future infrastructure projects, the evening showed that today’s planning will […]
Transparency
Exploring Public Invocation Policy
At the June 23 Board of Commissioners Work Session, one of the most thoughtful discussions centered on whether the Town of Waxhaw should begin offering an opening invocation before regular Board meetings. Contrary to what some might assume, the discussion was not about establishing an official town prayer or endorsing any particular religion. Instead, the […]
Transparency Preserved, Budget Savings Requested
The May 26 meeting of the Waxhaw Board of Commissioners focused on two major themes shaping the future of Waxhaw government: preserving transparency in the development approval process and increasing pressure on town staff to identify additional budget savings ahead of the FY 2026-27 budget adoption. The meeting included lengthy discussion surrounding the Waxhaw public […]
Recognitions, Transportation, and Waxhaw Water Supply Safety
The Waxhaw Board of Commissioners met Tuesday, March 10, to consider recognitions, transportation initiatives, and updates from the town’s annual retreat. The agenda was amended at the start of the meeting to add a discussion regarding Waxhaw water supply safety. Public Comments Residents raised several issues during public comments. One speaker thanked town departments and […]
Rushed Votes and False Victories: Waxhaw November 10 BOC Meeting
The Waxhaw November 10 BOC meeting marked the final session for the three holdover commissioners from the previous board—Commissioners Hall, McMillon, and Wesolek. Their replacements will be sworn in at the December 9th meeting, shifting Waxhaw’s leadership into a new phase. But before departing, the holdovers pressed through one last controversial action: a vote on […]
When Three Votes is Not Enough
At our October 28th Board of Commissioners meeting, something important happened — not just about parking spaces, but about process, fairness, and respect for the rules that keep our local government transparent. During a discussion about a new parking configuration downtown, Commissioner Hall attempted to introduce and push through his own design on the spot. […]