Far East Charlotte deserves the same intentional investment and growth we are seeing across District 5.
Opportunity Zones are a federal tool designed to incentivize private investment in communities using census tracts. While the City’s role is limited, we do have an important voice in nominating areas for consideration before the Governor makes recommendations to the federal government.
That is why I am pushing for the Far East of Charlotte to be included—because our neighborhoods deserve economic development, retail options, and the everyday amenities families need and have waited far too long for.
From Albemarle Road to the farthest edges of our district, we are one East Charlotte. And we should grow together.
Councilman JD Mazuera Arias
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Juan Diego “JD” Mazuera Arias is Councilman for District 5 for the City of Charlotte. A proud Son of East Charlotte.
JD is committed to bringing East Charlotte’s voice to City Hall & bringing the power of City Hall back to East Charlotte.
05/27/2026
Honored to be joining The African Think Tank tonight for their Africa Day celebration: “Culture, Connection & Growth” 🌍✨
I’m excited to join community leaders, advocates, and changemakers in celebrating the Threads of Freedom theme: Unity, Heritage & Cultural Legacy.
📍 Mint Museum
🗓 Wednesday, May 27, 2026
⏰ 5–9 PM
🎟 Free admission with RSVP
Charlotte’s diversity is our strength, and I’m grateful for the opportunity to celebrate the richness of African culture, history, and community alongside so many incredible leaders.
05/21/2026
Thank you to Council Member Johnson for her bold leadership.
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🚨 Breaking News: A supermajority of CRTPO members voted tonight to rescind support for the P3 agreement that would enable the I-77 South toll lane project.
This is a major victory for residents across our region who spoke out and demanded a better solution.
Let me be clear: this is not a vote against improving I-77. Anyone who drives this corridor knows the congestion is real and the safety concerns are urgent.
This is a vote to go back to the drawing board and develop a better proposal.
We should not be gaslit into believing that community benefits are gone. They are not. We are simply rejecting a flawed approach that would deepen inequities and create two transportation systems: one for those who can afford to pay, and one for everyone else.
This is not about opposing NCDOT. It is about working in partnership to ensure we deliver a transportation solution that is more equitable, more effective, and better for our economy and our communities.
The people spoke, and regional leaders listened. Now we can focus on real transportation investments that move everyone forward. 🚦✊🏽
The special meeting on I-77 today at 1pm has been CANCELLED.
05/13/2026
A decision was made. The will of the people should be respected. There is another path forward and it doesn’t have to be this one. https://www.wsoctv.com/news/local/charlotte-business-group-pushes-tolls-city-council-calls-special-meeting/TLALQXMH35D4LGOSG3MEY5G3WQ/ #
Charlotte business group pushes for tolls as City Council calls special meeting The Charlotte Regional Business Alliance is urging for continued support of the I-77 toll lane project, despite Charlotte City Council's recent decision to withdraw its backing.
05/13/2026
Tomorrow from 3pm to 3:45pm.
People over profits.
Last night, City Council voted to withdraw support for the I-77 South toll lanes project.
I was proud to vote yes.
We need better transportation, but not a system where people who can afford to pay get to skip traffic while working families are left behind.
And we should never widen highways at the expense of Black communities that have already borne the burden of displacement and environmental harm.
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