News Flash

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...

December 2021 Town Hall Bulletin Newsletter

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

The December issue includes:

• A holiday message from the Town Manager
• Information on Indian Trail's UCSO car seat checking station
• Registration information for the Dec. 14 blood drive
• A hol...

Pastor Scott Ireland Selected as Indian Trail Christmas Parade Grand Marshal

Pastor Scott Ireland, of the Stallings United Methodist Church, and his wife, Patti, will lead Indian Trail’s annual Christmas parade as grand marshal on Sunday, Dec. 5.

Ireland has been the pastor of Stallings United Methodist Church for the pas...

Indian Trail Town Hall Closed for Thanksgiving

The Indian Trail Town Hall will be closed on Thursday, Nov. 25, and Friday, Nov. 26, in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday. We will resume normal business hours on Monday, Nov. 29, at 9 a.m.

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

CANCELED: Facebook Live with the Mayor and the Manager

?? UPDATE! ?? The Facebook Live scheduled for tomorrow, Nov. 19, has been canceled. We apologize for any inconvenience and look forward to live streaming with you again in December. 

Indian Trail Town Hall Closed in Observance of Veterans Day

The Indian Trail Town Hall will be closed on Thursday, 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 normal schedule. 

Altho...

November 2021 Town Hall Bulletin Newsletter

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

The November issue includes:

• Details on the Town's recent AAA bond rating from Standard & Poor's
• Information on bulk pick-up, which begins Nov. 1
• The date and time for the ne...

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

Curbside Bulk and E-waste pick up is coming Nov. 1-5 for Green Recycling Weeks and Nov. 8-12 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 fr...

Save the Date! Bulk Pick Up to Occur Nov. 1-12

Curbside Bulk and E-waste pick up is coming Nov. 1-5 for Green Recycling Weeks and Nov. 8-12 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 fr...

Facebook Live with the Mayor and the Manager

This Friday, Oct. 22, at 1 p.m., the Town of Indian Trail is hosting the next Facebook Livestream Event with Mayor Michael Alvarez and Town Manager Mike McLaurin. To tune in, visit the Town’s Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/IndianTrail...

Town of Indian Trail Launches Economic Development Community Survey

The Town of Indian Trail has recently partnered with Monroe-Union County Economic Development and the company Retail Strategies to identify potential retail and dining options for its residents and visitors to enjoy. 

During the Discovery phase of...

The Town of Indian Trail Receives AAA Bond Rating from S&P

One of the nation’s top bond rating agencies, Standard & Poor’s Global Ratings (S&P) recently raised its rating on the Town of Indian Trail’s general obligation (GO) debt to ‘AAA’ from ‘A...

It’s Time to Get Spooky: Indian Trail’s Halloween Spooktacular Returns

After a year’s hiatus, Indian Trail’s Halloween Spooktacular is back and is going to be better than ever! So, put on your favorite costume, grab your candy bag and head over to Chestnut Square Park (320 Chestnut Parkway) on Friday, Oct...

October 2021 Town Hall Bulletin Newsletter

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

The October issue includes:

• Indian Trail named One of the Best Places to Live in the U.S. by Money Magazine
• UCSO Parking Pass Program details
• Upcoming Shred Event date - Nov. 13
• Town employment oppo...

Indian Trail & UCSO to Pilot Temporary Parking Permit Program

The Indian Trail Division of the Union County Sheriff’s Office, in partnership with the Town of Indian Trail, will be piloting a temporary parking permit program beginning Oct. 1 and ending Dec. 31. If the program is successful, it will be conti...

Fall Litter Sweep - Registration Ends Tomorrow!

The Town of Indian Trail is hosting a Fall Litter Sweep on Saturday, Sept. 25, from 7:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. to help address the growing amount of litter along our roadways.

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

Indian Trail Named One of the Best Places to Live in the U.S. by Money Magazine

Confirming what so many already knew, Money Magazine named Indian Trail one of the Best Places to Live in the U.S. for 2021-2022. Coming in 15th out of 50 cities and towns across the country, Indian Trail was selected for its growth, economic opportunity,...

This Thursday! Final HITS After Six of the Season Featuring The Tim Clark Band

Don’t miss the last HITS After Six of the year! 

The Tim Clark Band will be bringing beach music to Indian Trail on Thursday, Sept. 16, from 6-9 p.m. at Chestnut Square Park (320 Chestnut Parkway). Enjoy a FREE concert, bounce house, face painting...

Facebook Live with the Mayor and the Manager

This Friday, Sept. 17, at 1 p.m., the Town of Indian Trail is hosting the next Facebook Livestream Event with Mayor Michael Alvarez and Town Manager Mike McLaurin. To tune in, visit the Town’s Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/IndianTrai...

Indian Trail Parks & Rec Fall/Winter Program Guide

The Indian Trail Parks & Recreation Fall/Winter Program Guide is now available! Offerings include:

• Preschool programs
• Youth sports
• Family and holiday activities
• Adult art classes
• Yoga
• Senior programs

There is something for everyone! Visit https://www.indiant...

Indian Trail to Host September 11 Remembrance Ceremony

The Town of Indian Trail is hosting a 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony to commemorate the 20th anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks. The ceremony will be held on Saturday, Sept. 11, at the Indian Trail Veterans Memorial Garden (315 Matthews-India...

September 2021 Town Hall Bulletin Newsletter

The September 2021 issue of the Town Hall Bulletin is now available! 

The September issue includes:

• Information on the Comprehensive Plan Update 
• September Parks & Rec events 
• Sept. 7 Blood Drive 
• Fall Litter Sweep volun...

Fall Litter Sweep

The Town of Indian Trail is hosting a Fall Litter Sweep on Saturday, Sept. 25, from 7:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. to help address the growing amount of litter along our roadways.

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

Severe Blood Shortage: Donors Needed

Indian Trail is hosting its summer blood drive on Tuesday, Sept. 7, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Carolina Courts (240 Chestnut Parkway). To schedule an appointment, visit https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/drive-results?zipSponsor=IndianTrail or call 1-8...

Town Hall Closed for Labor Day

The Indian Trail Town Hall will be closed Monday, Sept. 6, 2021, in observance of the Labor Day holiday. Normal operations will resume on Tuesday, Sept. 7, at 9 a.m.

Solid waste and recycling/yard waste pick-up will NOT be impacted by the holiday and will ...

Special HITS After Six Featuring The Holiday Band

Join IT as we celebrate the end of summer with a special HITS After Six concert featuring The Holiday Band! Be sure to come out and enjoy a FREE concert, bounce house, face painting and yard games this Saturday, Aug. 28, from 6-9 p.m. at Chestnut Square P...

HITS After Six Returns with the Band Hip Pocket

Live music returns to Indian Trail with HITS After Six this Thursday, Aug. 19, from 6-9 p.m. at Chestnut Square Park (320 Chestnut Parkway). 

The band Hip Pocket will be bringing you the beach music you love! In addition to the FREE concert, famil...

August 2021 Town Hall Bulletin Newsletter

The August 2021 issue of the Town Hall Bulletin is now available! 

The August issue includes:

• A Year in Review
• August Bulk Pick-up Dates
• Parks and Recreation Event Schedule
• A Reminder of the Peddler's Ordinance
• A Citizen of the Quarter Highlight&nb...

Facebook Live with the Mayor and the Manager

On Friday, Aug. 6, at 1 p.m., the Town of Indian Trail is hosting the first in a series of Facebook Livestream Events with Mayor Michael Alvarez and Town Manager Mike McLaurin. To tune in, visit the Town’s Facebook page at https://www.facebook.c...

National Night Out Returning to Indian Trail

Law enforcement officers, firefighters, emergency responders and all others who put their lives on the line every day to protect Indian Trail’s residents will be coming together to celebrate National Night Out, an annual community-building event...

Union County School Supplies Drive

The Union County Sheriff’s Office is participating in the annual Union County School Supplies Drive. And this year, it’s a competition to see which division can collect the most supplies!

To help the Indian Trail Division win the contes...

Town of Indian Trail 2021 Event Schedule

Mark your calendars! The Town of Indian Trail is bringing back events for the summer and fall in a big way. We’ve got concerts, movies, parades and more for you and your family to enjoy.

• National Night Out – Tuesday, Aug. 3, from 6-9 p....

Reminder! Indian Trail Bulk Pick-Up Begins Monday

• August 2-6 for Orange Recycle Week 
• August 9-13 for Green Recycle Week

Items will be picked up on your regular recycling day during that time.  

Please call Town Hall at 704-821-5401 within 48 hours of not receiving bulk service so we can s...

Save the Date! Bulk Pick Up to Occur August 2-13

Curbside Bulk and E-waste pick up is coming August 2-6 for Orange Recycle Week and August 9-13 for Green Recycle Week. Items will be picked up on your regular recycling day during that time.  

Please call Town Hall at 704-821-5401 within 48 hours ...

Public Comment Period: 2050 Metropolitan Transportation Plan

The following information comes from the CRTPO. 

The Charlotte Regional Transportation Planning Organization (CRTPO) is updating its Metropolitan Transportation Plan (MTP), a long-range plan that considers transportation goals, objectives, and pro...

1st Avenue Roadway & Drainage Improvement Project

The Town of Indian Trail held a public meeting for the 1st Avenue roadway and drainage improvement project on June 17, 2021. The Engineering Department notified 46 property owners by mail with four notices being returned as undeliverable. Five property ow...

July 2021 Town Hall Bulletin Newsletter

The July 2021 issue of the Town Hall Bulletin is now available! 

The July issue includes:

• Information about the FY2021-2022 budget
• 1^st Avenue Roadway and Drainage Improvements
• August Bulk Pick-up Dates
• 2021-2022 Solid Waste and Recycling Calendar
• Splas...

Town Hall Closed on July 5

The Indian Trail Town Hall will be closed on Monday, July 5, in observance of the July 4 holiday. We will return to normal operating hours on Tuesday, July 6, at 9 a.m.

The holiday will NOT impact the solid waste schedule. Solid waste and recycling pick-up...

Joel Galex Named Mayor for the Day for July 3 Parade

At the June 22 Indian Trail Town Council meeting, Mayor Michael Alvarez appointed Joel Galex as Mayor for the Day for the July 3 Parade and presented him with a key to the city. Galex will ride alongside Alvarez near the front of the parade, which kicks o...

Municipal Candidate Filing Begins July 2

The following information comes from the Union County Board of Elections. 

The candidate filing period for the November 2, 2021, Municipal Elections in Fairview, Hemby Bridge, Indian Trail, Lake Park, Marshville, Marvin, Mineral Springs, Monroe, U...

UCPS Mobile Book Bus Coming to Crooked Creek Park!

The Union County Public Schools Mobile Book Bus will be at Crooked Creek Park on Wednesday, June 23, from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. It will be parked near the splashpad and playground.

Elementary-aged children will be able to board the retrofitted activity b...

How the Real Estate Revaluation Impacts Indian Trail Taxes

On June 8, 2021, the Indian Trail Town Council approved the Town budget for the new fiscal year beginning on July 1. This budget will be used to fund the priorities of the Town Council for the next 12 months.         &a...

LYNX Silver Line Transit Oriented Development (TOD) Virtual Community Meeting

The following information comes from the Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS). 

The City of Charlotte, in coordination with Belmont, Gastonia, Matthews, Stallings and Indian Trail, are collaborating on a study to evaluate station locations and typ...

Indian Trail Town Hall Closed in Observance of Juneteenth

The Indian Trail Town Hall will be closed on Friday, June 18, in observance of Juneteenth. We will resume normal business hours on Monday, June 21, at 9 a.m.

Juneteenth commemorates June 19, 1865, when Major General Gordan Granger, arrived in Galveston, Te...

Grace Laney Named July 3 Parade Grand Marshal

The Indian Trail Town Council has selected Grace Laney as the Grand Marshal for this year’s July 3 Parade.

“I am grateful to be chosen as Grand Marshal for this year’s parade,” Grace said. “I have grown up ...

Indian Trail Launches New Online System for Residents to Submit Work Order Requests

The Town of Indian Trail has launched a new online system that will allow residents to submit service requests and receive real-time updates on the progress of their projects. This will replace the current service request form on the Town’s webs...

June 2021 Town Hall Bulletin Newsletter

The June 2021 issue of the Town Hall Bulletin is now available!

The June issue includes:

• The launch of the new service request system
• Stormwater maintenance tips
• Parks and Recreation's upcoming events
• Citizen of the Quarter Jeff Rogers
• How to apply to be on a T...

Indian Trail Town Hall Offices Closed in Observance of Memorial Day

The Indian Trail Town Hall will be closed on Monday, May 31, in observance of Memorial Day. Additionally, no solid waste service will occur on May 31. Your solid waste pickup will be delayed one day that week.

Although Town Hall will be closed, we invite r...

Indian Trail to Honor Staff During National Public Works Week

It's time to take a moment and thank the team that helps keep Indian Trail functioning at its highest level every day.

National Public Works Week will be celebrated across the country from May 16 - 22. In recognition, the Town of Indian Trail is t...

May 2021 Town Bulletin Newsletter

The May 2021 issue of the Town Hall Bulletin is now available! 

The May issue includes:

• Bulk pick-up days
• The date of the next Shred Event
• Sardis Church Road Roundabout Survey Results
• How to register for the May 11 Blood Drive
• How to submit an athletic...

Now Accepting! Athletic Field Rental Requests

Indian Trail May 11 Blood Drive

Indian Trail is hosting its spring blood drive on Tuesday, May 11, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Carolina Courts (240 Chestnut Parkway). To schedule an appointment, visit https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/drive-results?zipSponsor=IndianTrail or ...

Indian Trail Free Shred Event May 8 - New Location!

Don't pitch it...Shred it!

Clean out your filing cabinets, help the environment, and help prevent identity theft by bringing your outdated documents to Indian Trail Town Hall (the location was changed from Chestnut Square Park) for safe and confidential sh...

Save the Date! Bulk Pick Up to Occur May 3-14

Curbside Bulk and E-waste pick up is coming May 3-7 for Green Recycle Week and May 10-14 for Orange Recycle Week. Items will be picked up on your regular recycling day during that time.  

Please call Town Hall at 704-821-5401 within 48 hours of no...

April 2021 Town Hall Bulletin Newsletter

The April 2021 issue of the Town Hall Bulletin is now available. 

The April issue includes:

• A message from the Town Manager on roads and transportation
• A link to a survey about the Sardis Church Road Roundabout
• May Bulk Pick Up information
• Parks and R...

Sardis Church Road Roundabout Citizen Feedback Survey

The roundabout at the intersection of Sardis Church Road and Unionville-Indian Trail Road has been open for six months. The Town would like to hear residents' feedback on the roundabout itself and whether you feel it is an improvement to this part of Town...

Town Hall Closed in Observance of Good Friday

The Indian Trail Town Hall will be closed Friday, April 2, in observance of Good Friday. We will resume normal business hours on Monday, April 5, at 9 a.m.

Swat-A-Litterbug Web Application Launches

The following information comes from the North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT). 

Litter-conscious North Carolinians now have a new way to report litterers through a simple, mobile-friendly web application.  

The new Swat-A-Li...

2021 Student Art Show

March is National Youth Art Month, and the Town of Indian Trail would like to celebrate some young and talented local artists!

Each year, the Town hosts a Student Art Show that features art from 10 local elementary schools. This year, the art show will tak...

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...

Spring Litter Sweep

The Town of Indian Trail is hosting a Spring Litter Sweep on Saturday, April 10 (rain day April 17), from 7 am. to 1 p.m. to help address the growing amount of litter along our roadways.

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

Indian Trail Seeks Public Input on 2041 Comprehensive Plan Update

The Town of Indian Trail is in the process of updating its Comprehensive Plan and is seeking input from the public, beginning with a community survey. The survey can be found at www.surveymonkey.com/r/ITcomprehensiveplan and will be open until March 22 at...

March 2021 Town Hall Bulletin Newsletter

The March 2021 issue of the Town Hall Bulletin is now available. 

The March issue includes:

• Information about the upcoming Fitness Court at Chestnut Square Park
• A link to a public input survey for the Town's Comprehensive Plan update
• Recogni...

LYNX Silver Line Light Rail Virtual Public Meeting

On Tuesday, March 2, at 5:30 p.m., the Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) will be hosting an interactive virtual public meeting to discuss the preliminary refined alignments for the LYNX Silver Line light rail. 

The virtual public meeting will d...

Indian Trail Partners with Red Cross, Carolina Courts to Host March Blood Drive

Indian Trail is hosting its first American Red Cross Blood Drive of 2021 on Tuesday, March 2, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Carolina Courts (240 Chestnut Parkway). To schedule an appointment, visit www.redcrossblood.org and use the sponsor code IndianTrail or ...

Street Sweeping Program to Run Week of Feb. 15

Indian Trail will run its street sweeping program the week of Monday, Feb. 15. It will cover all subdivision streets within the Indian Trail Town limits and will run the entire week from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. As the street sweeping schedule may change, the Tow...

February 2021 Issue of the Town Hall Bulletin

The February 2021 issue of the Town Hall Bulletin is now available. 

The February issue includes:

• Information on the 2021-2022 budgeting process
• The most recent Citizens of the Quarter
• Steps on obtaining a pool permit
• The date for the next blood drive...

2021 Union County Property Tax Revaluation

Union County is in the process of conducting a property tax revaluation. According to the County's website, "Under North Carolina law, the county regularly revalues property for the purpose of assessing property taxes so that residents and businesses...

Bulk Pick Up to Take Place February 1-12

Curbside Bulk and E-waste pick up is coming Feb. 1-5 for Orange Recycle Week and Feb. 8-12 Recycle Week. Items will be picked up on your regular recycling day during that time.  

Please call Town Hall at 704-821-5401 within 48 hours of not receivi...