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Captain Kevin James Selected as Indian Trail Christmas Parade Grand Marshal

Captain Kevin James of the Indian Trail Division of the Union County Sheriff’s Office (UCSO) will lead Indian Trail’s annual Christmas parade as the grand marshal on Sunday, Dec. 4.

James has been with the UCSO since 1995 and was promot...

Indian Trail Town Hall Closed for Thanksgiving

The Indian Trail Town Hall will be closed on Thursday, Nov. 24, and Friday, Nov. 25, in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday. We will resume normal business hours on Monday, Nov. 28, at 9 a.m.

Please note: There will be no solid waste or recycling/yard w...

Indian Trail Town Hall Closed in Observance of Veterans Day

The Indian Trail Town Hall will be closed on Friday, Nov. 11, in observance of Veterans Day. There will be no change in solid waste service this week, including bulk pick-up. The solid waste company will be operating on a regular schedule. 

Althou...

Indian Trail Veterans Day Ceremony

The Town of Indian Trail, the James B. Crump VFW Post 2423, and American Legion Post 458 are partnering to host a Veterans Day Ceremony on Friday, Nov. 11, at 6:30 p.m. in the Town Hall Council Chambers (315 Matthews Indian Trail Road).

The ceremony will o...

Reminder! Indian Trail Bulk Pick-Up Begins Monday, Nov. 7

Curbside Bulk and E-waste pick-up is coming Nov. 7-11 for Orange Recycling Weeks and Nov. 14-18 for Green Recycling Weeks. Items will be picked up on your regular recycling day during that time.Please Note:

• Toilets: The bowl and the seat must be separated ...

Indian Trail to Host Car Show and Toy Drive

The Town of Indian Trail, in partnership with Carolina Cruzin4Jeeps and the Wrecking Crew Mustang Club, is hosting its first Car Show and Toy Drive on Saturday, Nov. 5, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Indian Trail Town Hall (315 Matthews-Indian Trail Road)....

Indian Trail Continues to Allocate Surplus Funds to Support the Community

Earlier this year, the Town of Indian Trail began allocating the funding it received through the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 (ARPA). The goal of ARPA is to combat the negative effects of COVID-19 by funding expenditures that improve and/or support th...

Indian Trail’s Halloween Spooktacular is Happening This Friday!

It’s time to get spooky! Indian Trail’s Halloween Spooktacular is happening this Friday, Oct. 21, from 6-9 p.m. at Chestnut Square Park. So, put on your favorite costume, grab your candy bag, and get ready for some Halloween fun!

The ma...

Indian Trail to Hold Public Input Meeting for Watershed Management Study

The Town of Indian Trail is hosting a public input meeting as part of its watershed management study on Wednesday, Oct. 19, from 6-8 p.m. in the Shirley Howe Community Room at the Town Hall (315 Matthews Indian Trail Road). 

In June, the Town cont...

Termination of State of Emergency

Mayor David Cohn signed a declaration to terminate the State of Emergency for the effects of Hurricane Ian. 

Read on...

Join us for Coffee with the Mayor

The Town of Indian Trail is launching a new community engagement initiative: Coffee with the Mayor! The goal is for residents to be able to present their questions and concerns directly to Mayor Cohn in a comfortable and informal setting so we can work to...

October 2022 Town Hall Bulletin Newsletter

The October issue of the Town Hall Bulletin is now available!

The October issue includes:

• Information on the Town's tax rate and how the funds are used for the community
• Watershed Management Study Public Input Meeting date and time
• Proper leaf disposal
• Upcomin...

Tropical Storm Ian: State of Emergency, Town Updates and Resources

State of Emergency

Due to forecasted impacts from Tropical Storm Ian, Union County has declared a State of Emergency that goes into effect today, Sept. 29, at 5 p.m. Mayor David Cohn signed a Municipal Consent to the State of Emergency to include Indian Tr...

Proclamation Declaring State of Emergency

Mayor David Cohn signed a proclamation declaring a State of Emergency due to the forecasted effects of Hurricane Ian. 

Read on...

Fall Festival Canceled

Due to Hurricane Ian, we have made the difficult decision to cancel the Fall Festival scheduled for this Saturday as safety is our number one priority. We don’t like to cancel events, but unfortunately, we can’t control the weather, an...

Indian Trail Recruiting Volunteers for Fall Litter Sweep

The Town of Indian Trail is hosting its annual Fall Litter Sweep on Saturday, Oct. 8, from 7:30-11 a.m.

The Town is looking for 50 volunteers to help pick up litter on that day. Registration is required. Those interested can sign up using the Volunteer App...

Facebook Live with the Mayor and the Manager - With a New Guest

2022 General Election Early Voting Schedule

The following information was provided by the Union County Board of Elections.

The Union County Board of Elections has released the early voting schedule for the 2022 General Election. Election Day is Nov. 8. 

Locations

Edwards Memorial Library (Hug...

Union County Agencies and Organizations Team Up to Ensure Car Seat Safety

The following information was provided by the Union County Sheriff's Office.

During the week of September 18-24^th, the Union County Sheriff’s Office along with Safe Kids Union County and the Monroe, Wesley Chapel, and Hemby Bridge Fire D...

Indian Trail Receives Grant to Assist with Pedestrian Planning

The Town of Indian Trail was one of only 10 municipalities to receive grant funding as part of the North Carolina Department of Transportation’s (NCDOT) Multimodal Planning Grant program. The annual matching grant program helps communit...

September 2022 Town Hall Bulletin Newsletter

The September issue of the Town Hall Bulletin is now available!

The September issue includes:

• Information on stormwater and public input needed for the Watershed Management Study
• Links to new searchable trash day and recycling/yard waste zone maps
• September e...

Indian Trail Town Hall Closed for Labor Day

The Indian Trail Town Hall will be closed on Monday, Sept. 5, for Labor Day. We will resume normal operations on Tuesday, Sept. 6, at 9 a.m.

Please note: Solid waste will still be serviced on Labor Day and run on the regular schedule. Please bring your tra...

American Indian Culture Day Comes to Indian Trail

The Town of Indian Trail, in partnership with the Metrolina Native American Association, is hosting an American Indian Culture Day on Saturday, Aug. 27, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Carolina Courts (240 Chestnut Parkway). The event will showcase Native Ameri...

Notice of Potential Quorum

Notice of a Potential Quorum is hereby given that Members of the Indian Trail Town Council may potentially attend and constitute a quorum at the Union West Rotary Club Meeting to be held on August 25, 2022, from 7:30-8:30 a.m. and at the Union County Cham...

Proclamation Rescinding COVID-19 State of Emergency Becomes Effective Aug. 15

During the Aug. 9, 2022, Town Council meeting, Mayor David Cohn read a proclamation that rescinds the State of Emergency in response to COVID-19. 

Effective Aug. 15, 2022, the State of Emergency declared by the Town of Indian Trail in response to ...

Facebook Live: This Friday!

Tune in for the next Facebook Live with the Mayor and the Manager this Friday, Aug. 19, at 1 p.m. Joining them will be Mr. Union County himself, Michael Wayne O’Neill! 

Michael, a correspondent for the Enquirer Journal, will be talking to us about...

Indian Trail’s HITS After Six Concert Series Returns on Aug. 18

Indian Trail’s HITS After Six concert series is returning for the fall!

The series kicks off on Thursday, Aug. 18, from 6-9 p.m. at Chestnut Square Park with Kids in America: A Totally 80s Tribute Band. According to its website, Kids in America &...

Indian Trail Blood Drive - August 30

The Town of Indian Trail is hosting its summer blood drive in two weeks!

If you are in good health and able, please consider donating. There is an urgent need for blood to prevent a summer blood shortage. 

Date: Tuesday, Aug. 30Time: 9 a.m. to 1:30...

Solicitors Now Required to Wear ID Badges as Part of Indian Trail’s Peddler’s Ordinance

Indian Trail’s Peddler’s Ordinance requires any business that wishes to sell door-to-door to pay an application fee, furnish a $1,000 bond and have its employees undergo background checks and fingerprinting. 

As another layer of security, the Town...

Indian Trail Town Council Approves 2041 Comprehensive Land Use Plan

At the July 12 meeting, the Indian Trail Town Council approved the 2041 Comprehensive Land Use Plan, which is a 20-year guide for future growth in Indian Trail. 

Using data analysis and public input, Indian Trail’s Planning Department de...

Indian Trail Begins Allocating ARPA Funding

The Town of Indian Trail has begun to allocate the funding it received through the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 (ARPA). The goal of ARPA is to combat the negative effects of COVID-19 by funding expenditures that improve and/or support the community.

Th...

Union County School Supplies Drive

Facebook Live: This Friday!

Join Mayor David Cohn and Mayor Pro Tem Todd Barber for a Facebook Live this Friday, July 22, at 1 p.m. They’ll be discussing a variety of topics and sharing information about our upcoming events. 

If you have a question you'd l...

Reminder! Indian Trail Bulk Pick-Up Begins Monday, Aug. 1

Curbside Bulk and E-waste pick-up is coming Aug. 1-5 for Orange Recycling Weeks and Aug. 8-12 for Green Recycling Weeks. Items will be picked up on your regular recycling day during that time.Please Note:

• Toilets: The bowl and the seat must be separated fr...

Indian Trail Town Council Adopts Fiscal Year 2022-2023 Budget

On June 14, 2022, the Indian Trail Town Council voted to approve the fiscal year 2022-2023 (FY22-23) operating budget that begins on July 1. Planning for the budget began back in December and continued through the spring with a series of budget workshops ...

July 2022 Town Hall Bulletin Newsletter

The July issue of the Town Hall Bulletin newsletter is now available!

The July issue includes: 

• A fiscal year recap
• July events:
  • July 4 Parade
• The new Solid Waste and Recycling Calendar
• The Fall 2022 Parks & Rec Program Guide
• A safety message from t...

Town Hall Closed on July 4

The Indian Trail Town Hall will be closed on Monday, July 4, in observance of Independence Day. We will return to normal operating hours on Tuesday, July 5, at 9 a.m.

Please Note: There will be NO solid waste pick-up on Monday, July 4. Solid waste service ...

Parks & Rec Fall Program Guide is Here!

The 2022 Parks & Recreation Fall Program Guide is now available! Check it out at http://indiantrail.org/DocumentCenter/View/3245/Fall-2022-Program-Guide. You won’t want to miss all the exciting things we have planned, including: 

• Pre-K and You...

Indian Trail July 4 Parade

The Town of Indian Trail will host its annual July 4 Parade on Monday, July 4. The parade will kick off at 11:30 a.m. beginning at Post Office Drive. Parade floats will travel the one mile down Indian Trail Road to Old Monroe Road, where the parade will c...

Indian Trail Town Hall Closed on June 20 in Observance of Juneteenth

The Indian Trail Town Hall will be closed on Monday, June 20, in observance of Juneteenth. We will resume normal business hours on Tuesday, June 21, at 9 a.m. Solid waste pickup will remain on a normal schedule. 

Juneteenth commemorates June 19, 1...

Indian Trail, Wingate University partner on town’s first Juneteenth Celebration

The following information was provided by Wingate University. 

“A Celebration of the Arts, Education and Black Excellence: Learning Through Unity” will be the theme of Indian Trail’s first Juneteenth Celebration, slated for June 17 from 6-9 p.m. a...

Town of Indian Trail to Host Family Fun Day

After a three-year hiatus due to COVID, Indian Trail is bringing back its biggest event: Family Fun Day. The event will take place on Saturday, June 4, from 2-9:30 p.m. at Crooked Creek Park. Family Fun Day includes free rides, games and entertainment, fo...

June 2022 Town Hall Bulletin Newsletter

The June issue of the Town Hall Bulletin newsletter is now available!

The June issue includes: 

• Information on upcoming road projects
• June events:
  • Family Fun Day on June 4
  • Juneteenth on June 17
• Public Works employee recognition
• ARPA survey reminder. Tak...

Crooked Creek Park Splash Pad is now OPEN!

The Splash Pad at Crooked Creek Park is officially open for the season! It's the perfect place to cool off from the heat of summer. 

We have just a few reminders to share with you about the Splash Pad:

• The Splash Pad is operational daily (except fo...

Indian Trail Memorial Day Ceremony

The James B. Crump VFW Post 2423, American Legion Post 458, and the Town of Indian Trail are partnering to host a Memorial Day Ceremony on Monday, May 30, at 11 a.m. at the Veterans Memorial Garden (315 Matthews Indian Trail Road).

The ceremony will open w...

Indian Trail Town Hall Closed for Memorial Day

The Indian Trail Town Hall will be closed on Monday, May 30, in observance of Memorial Day. Solid waste service will remain on a regular pick-up schedule.

Although Town Hall will be closed, we invite residents to join us for a Memorial Day Ceremony at the ...

Give Input on Public Transportation in Union County

The following information comes from the Union County Government. 

Union County is seeking public input from residents regarding the future of public transportation services along the Monroe Road and U.S. 74 corridor. Residents currently ...

Indian Trail Blood Drive - May 24

The Town of Indian Trail is hosting its spring blood drive next week!

Date: Tuesday, May 24Time: 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.Location: Indian Trail Town Hall in the Shirley Howe Community Room (315 Matthews Indian Trail Road). Register: https://www.redcros...

Indian Trail to Hold Public Input Meeting for Indian Trail Road Complete Street Project

The Town of Indian Trail is hosting a Public Input Meeting for the Indian Trail Road Complete Street project on Thursday, May 26, from 5:30-7:30 p.m. in the Shirley Howe Community Room at Town Hall (315 Matthews Indian Trail Road).

The Complete Street Proj...

Facebook Live with the Mayor and the Manager

Indian Trail to Hold Public Meeting/Open House on 2041 Comprehensive Plan Update

The Town of Indian Trail is in the process of updating its 2041 Comprehensive Land Use Plan and is hosting a public meeting/open house on Thursday, May 19, in the Shirley Howe Community Room at Town Hall (315 Matthews Indian Trail Road). Residents can dro...

May 2022 Town Hall Bulletin Newsletter

The May issue of the Town Hall Bulletin newsletter is now available!

The May issue includes: 

• How to provide feedback on ARPA funding
• Bulk pick-up and Shred Day reminders
• An update on CIP projects
• May upcoming events
• Details on the Indian Trail Road Co...

Indian Trail Seeking Public Input on the Use of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Funds

The Town of Indian Trail is seeking input from residents and business owners as to how it should spend funds received through the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 (ARPA). The public comment period will be open between now and the Fiscal Year 2023 budget a...

OPEN FIBER to Begin Construction on Fiber Network in May

OPEN FIBER will begin fiber infrastructure construction in several Indian Trail subdivisions sometime in May. They have already started work in other areas of Union County, with plans to connect more than 50,000 homes to its fiber network. 

Some I...

Reminder! Indian Trail Bulk Pick-Up Begins Monday, May 2

Curbside Bulk and E-waste pick up is coming May 2-6 for Green Recycling Weeks and May 9-13 for Orange Recycling Weeks. Items will be picked up on your regular recycling day during that time.Please Note:

• Toilets: The bowl and the seat must be separated from...

Indian Trail Town Hall Closed Friday, April 15

The Indian Trail Town Hall will be closed Friday, April 15, in observance of Good Friday. We will resume normal business hours on Monday, April 18, at 9 a.m.

If you need assistance during this time, please visit our website at www.indiantrail.org, where yo...

Indian Trail Brings the Mayor’s Tree Education Initiative Back to Classrooms

Mayor David Cohn and the Indian Trail Parks and Recreation Department are kicking off the 2022 Mayor’s Tree Education Initiative on April 12 to celebrate both Earth Day (April 22) and Arbor Day (April 29).

The Mayor’s Tree Education Ini...

Indian Trail Spring Litter Sweep

The Town of Indian Trail is hosting a Spring Litter Sweep on Saturday, April 23, from 7:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. to help address the litter along our roadways. 

REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. Sign up at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdqqGqXI3Qtaea...

Fiscal Year 2022-2023 Budget Process

The Town of Indian Trail is in the middle of its budgeting process for the 2022-2023 fiscal year, which will begin on July 1 of this year.

In general, North Carolina law requires that local governments comply with benchmarks in the completion of their budg...

April 2022 Town Hall Bulletin Newsletter

The April issue of the Town Hall Bulletin newsletter is now available!

The April issue includes: 

• An update on the fiscal year 2022-2023 budget process
• A safety message from the Union County Sheriff's Office
• May bulk pick-up dates
• May Shred D...

Town of Indian Trail Receives $10 Million from the State

In its most recent biennium budget, as part of the State Appropriations Act of 2021, the state of North Carolina allocated more the $10 million to the Town of Indian Trail to be used for various infrastructure and amenity projects. As of March 11, Indian ...

Power Outage and Traffic Alert

POSTPONED: Facebook Live with the Mayor and the Manager

Work to Begin Along Indian Trail Road

Student Art Show Returns to Indian Trail Town Hall

Next week, the Indian Trail Town Hall will once again be adorned with artwork from local elementary school students.

The Student Art Show will be open to residents on:

• Thursday, March 10, from 5-8 p.m.
• Friday, March 11, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• Saturday, March 1...

March 2022 Town Hall Bulletin Newsletter

The March issue of the Town Hall Bulletin newsletter is now available!

The March issue includes:

• A welcome for new Mayor David Cohn
• March upcoming events
• Details on the March 8 blood drive
• How to apply for a Town Board or Committee
• And more!

Check out the newsle...

Touch-a-Truck Returns to Chestnut Square Park

More than 30 vehicles of all shapes and sizes and uses will descend on Chestnut Square Park (320 Chestnut Parkway) soon for Indian Trail’s Touch-a-Truck festival.

The event, scheduled for Saturday, March 5, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., will include SW...

David Cohn Appointed as Mayor of Indian Trail

Former Council Member David Cohn was appointed as the new mayor of Indian Trail at the Feb. 22, 2022, Town Council Meeting. He was sworn in Tuesday night and took part in the remainder of the meeting. Cohn will serve out the remainder of the term of the l...

Indian Trail Blood Drive - March 8

The Town of Indian Trail is hosting its first blood drive of the year on Tuesday, March 8, from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

New Location! Indian Trail Town Hall315 Matthews-Indian Trail Road

To schedule an appointment, visit https://www.redcrossbl...

Town of Indian Trail Receives Clean Audit for Fiscal Year 2020-2021

The Town of Indian Trail received a clean bill of financial health for fiscal year 2020-2021, according to a review of its latest audit.

Deneal Bennett, CPA, with J.B. Watson & Co., P.L.L.C., presented the annual audit report to the Town Council during...

February 2022 Town Hall Bulletin Newsletter

The February issue of the Town Hall Bulletin is now available!

The February issue includes:

• A tribute to Mayor Michael Alvarez
• Information on Indian Trail's clean audit report
• Upcoming March events
• Bulk pick-up dates
• March 8 blood drive details
• UCSO car seat che...

Town Hall Closed Jan. 28 at 11 a.m. in Honor of Mayor Alvarez

The Indian Trail Town Hall will be closed for regular business tomorrow, Jan. 28, beginning at 11 a.m. in honor of Mayor Michael Alvarez and his service to the Town. We will resume normal business hours on Monday, Jan. 31, at 9 a.m.

Mayor Michael Alvarez w...

No Solid Waste Pick-up for Jan. 22

Memorial Arrangements for Mayor Michael Alvarez

Mayor Michael Alvarez will lie in state in the Indian Trail Town Hall’s Shirley Howe Room (315 Matthews-Indian Trail Road) from noon to 8 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 28, and from 10 a.m. to noon on Saturday, Jan. 29. Both viewings will be open to the p...

Street Clearing Protocols

As a reminder, the Town of Indian Trail is responsible for treating the culverts and bridges on Town-owned roads. 

NCDOT is responsible for treating and clearing their roads, such US 74 and Old Monroe Road. 

Please be patient as crews are ...

Solid Waste Collection on One-Day Delay Due to Weather

Indian Trail Town Hall Closed for Martin Luther King Jr. Day

The Indian Trail Town Hall will be closed Monday, Jan. 17, for Martin Luther King Jr. Day. We will resume normal business hours on Tuesday, Jan. 18, at 9 a.m.

If you need assistance during this time, please visit our website at www.indiantrail.org, where y...

Parks & Rec Spring Program Guide is Here!

The 2022 Parks & Recreation Spring Program Guide is now available! Check it out at http://indiantrail.org/DocumentCenter/View/3088/Spring-2022-Program-Guide. 

You won’t want to miss all the exciting things we have planned, including:...

Indian Trail Town Hall Closed for New Year's

The Indian Trail Town Hall will be closed today, Friday, Dec. 31, for the New Year's holiday. We will resume normal business hours on Tuesday, Jan. 3, at 9 a.m.

If you need assistance during this time, please visit our website at www.indiantrail.org, where...

January 2022 Town Hall Bulletin Newsletter

The January issue of the Town Hall Bulletin is now available!

The January issue includes:

• A New Year's message from Town Manager Mike McLaurin
• Employees recognized for their years of service
• February Bulk Pick-up dates
• A welcome for new employees
• Storm...

Holiday Recycling Guide

Boxes, bows, bags, ribbons and more are all piled neatly under the Christmas tree – for now! Soon, all the packages will be open, and it will be time to clean up from Christmas morning. Check out our Holiday Recycling Guide below to see what you...

Indian Trail Town Hall Closed for Christmas

The Indian Trail Town Hall will be closed on Dec. 23, 24 and 27 in observance of the Christmas holiday. We will resume normal business hours on Tuesday, Dec. 28, at 9 a.m.

If you need assistance during this time, please visit our website at www.in...

Donald Latham, “Mr. World,” Chosen as Mayor for the Day

Indian Trail Mayor Michael Alvarez has selected Donald Latham, also know as Mr. World, to accompany him during the Town’s Christmas Parade on Sunday, Dec. 5, and act as Mayor for the Day.

Latham earned the title of Mr. World, the ambassador of go...

Indian Trail to Participate in 2022 Deer Urban Archery Season

The Town Council voted to include Indian Trail in the 2022 Deer Urban Archery Season. 

If you are interested in participating, you must get permission from the landowners before hunting on their land. Below is a map of the Indian Trail Town limits...