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Mecklenburg Tax Hikes July 1 | Charlotte News
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Starting July 1, Mecklenburg County’s sales tax jumps to 8.25%—the first time North Carolina has seen such a tax, approved by voters in November 2025 to fund transportation. While groceries and utilities stay exempt, businesses brace for higher costs as the state collects and splits funds: 60% to the new Metro Transit Authority, 40% to local road projects. Residents and retailers are already reacting, with the Department of Revenue offering guidance and FAQs to smooth the transition—and this revenue could power future light rail expansions.
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