Regional Summit: Infrastructure

Description

Cabarrus County is experiencing historic growth; how is our infrastructure keeping up and what’s being done to meet demands? Roads, ports, rail all play a part in moving people and goods throughout North Carolina and abroad; how does Cabarrus County fit into that?

Presentations:

NC Go!
What are innovative transportation funding solutions and the factors pushing us away from motor fuels tax towards more diverse and modernized revenue sources?

Sean Epperson, Deputy Division Engineer, NCDOT, Division 10
NCDOT uses the State Transportation Improvement Program, a data-informed process, to weigh its infrastructure projects. What are our current and future projects and what can be done to move future projects to closer completion dates?

Aaron Brott, Senior Director Key Clients and Trade Development, North Carolina Ports and Paul Hoben, Business Development Officer, Aberdeen Carolina & Western Railway
North Carolina has a vibrant ports system, connecting rail and trucking throughout the state supporting international trade. As manufacturing in our region grows, how do Cabarrus County businesses continue to grow by ports and rail usage? Hear how the Midland Logistics Park provides competitive services for companies needing regional rail services.

Brian Gregory, Vice President, Charter Communications
The federal government has invested historic amounts in broadband throughout the country to increase availability for all. How are these funds being invested in Cabarrus County? What does this mean for local businesses and families?

Join us on Friday, September 15, 8:30 a.m. – noon at Cabarrus County’s Milestone Building (4855 Milestone Avenue, Kannapolis) for networking, education and discussion on these important infrastructure initiatives. Breakfast will be served at 8:30 a.m. with the program starting at 9:00 a.m.