Town of Waxhaw

The Town of Waxhaw's Manager's Recommended Budget for Fiscal Year 2026-2027 outlines proposed revenues and expenditures, guided by a strategic planning process. This budget focuses on meeting service and maintenance demands, and planning capital expenditures to improve town facilities, infrastructure, operations, and quality of life. Key components include a detailed Pay and Classification Plan for FY 2026-2027 and a comprehensive Capital Improvement Plan for Fiscal Years 2027-2031, emphasizing transportation, infrastructure capacity, parks, and asset lifecycle management.

The 2025 Update of the Town of Waxhaw Parks & Recreation Strategic Master Plan serves as a needs assessment, identifying accomplishments and outlining future requirements based on safety needs and citizen feedback. The plan aims to address underserved recreational space by expanding diverse park types, including Mini Parks, Neighborhood Parks, Community Parks, and Greenways. Key priorities involve renovating and expanding existing facilities, acquiring land for new park development, and enhancing recreational, educational, and cultural programming for all ages and abilities. The overarching vision is to provide professional park facilities, recreational opportunities, and quality of life initiatives that reflect the unique character of Waxhaw.

This master plan provides a ten-year roadmap for the Town of Waxhaw's Downtown, focusing on preserving its historic charm and small-town character while managing growth. Key priorities include identifying areas for commercial development and redevelopment to support local businesses, improving the downtown experience by addressing traffic, parking, and pedestrian connectivity, and creating flexible public spaces for all ages. The plan aims to strengthen downtown as a vibrant social and local destination and guide thoughtful, equitable growth.

The Downtown Waxhaw Workplans for FY26 aim to establish Downtown Waxhaw as the cultural and economic center of the community and the premier destination in Union County. The plan focuses on preserving, promoting, and bridging the past, present, and future of Downtown Waxhaw through four key transformation strategies: promoting Downtown Waxhaw as a premier destination, fostering authentic craftsmanship, preserving cultural heritage, and creating economic opportunities for innovative ideas and small businesses.

The board meeting included a flag design contest recognition for fourth-grade students, a presentation on the African-American Heritage Project regarding historical research and preservation efforts, and a discussion on the upcoming Battle of the Waxhaws reenactment and living history weekend. The board also addressed recommendations for historic preservation, including potential ground penetrating radar for a local cemetery and future educational exhibits.