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Representing the Region’s
Business Community

Quality Cabarrus supports political solutions and candidates that provide reasonable, business-minded leadership to positively impact the economic landscape of Cabarrus County.

Important Local Issues

  • Job Creation

    Empowering Communities

    Job creation is the lifeblood of a thriving community, injecting vitality and prosperity into local economies. By fostering an environment that encourages businesses to grow and hire, we empower individuals with stable employment opportunities, bolstering families and reducing financial strain. We are committed to endorsing candidates who prioritize job creation, ensuring that our communities remain resilient, vibrant, and poised for a prosperous future.

  • Economic Development

    Fueling Progress

    Over the past several years, Cabarrus County has seen unprecedented growth and accomplishment. New industry announcements like Eli Lilly, expansions by existing companies like Hendrick Motorsports, and recognitions such as the city of Kannapolis being named one of the top 15 cities in the U.S. for corporate headquarters relocation by the Boyd Company and also featured in Site Selection Magazine. This can only happen when companies know there are leaders in places who support business growth. By stimulating investment, nurturing innovation, and creating dynamic job opportunities, it not only elevates the quality of life for residents but also fosters a sustainable environment for long-term success.

  • Infrastructure and Transportation

    Gateway to Prosperity

    Strategically located in the heart of the Southeast, Cabarrus County holds a pivotal geographical advantage that fosters regional connectivity and economic opportunity. Our community excels in its thoughtfully crafted infrastructure and transportation systems, seamlessly integrating key elements like the Concord-Padgett Regional Airport and the vital I-85 corridor. This intentional strategy not only reinforces local accessibility but also amplifies investment attraction, solidifying Cabarrus County as a thriving nucleus for innovation and progress.

    Our leaders must be able to leverage this advantage by bringing investment that funds transportation improvements for businesses and residents in our rapidly growing community.

  • Quality of Life

    Nurturing Well Being

    Cabarrus County offers a superior quality of life marked by a harmonious blend of modern amenities, natural beauty, and historic preservation. With access to top-notch healthcare facilities, vibrant cultural events, and a range of recreational activities, residents experience a fulfilling and balanced lifestyle. Our community’s dedication to preserving green spaces, coupled with its rich history and strong sense of belonging, truly sets Cabarrus County apart as a place where individuals and families thrive.

    Maintaining this quality of life means bringing in tax revenue that allows our leaders to fund parks, schools, and other amenities that our citizens expect.

  • Government Services

    Commitment to Excellence

    Cabarrus County’s commitment to excellence is evident in its comprehensive range of well-administered public services. From efficient public safety initiatives and accessible healthcare programs to community development projects, our county government strives to enhance the well-being of all residents. With a focus on transparency, collaboration, and innovation, Cabarrus County’s government services play a vital role in fostering a thriving and resilient community.

Job Creation

Empowering Communities

Job creation is the lifeblood of a thriving community, injecting vitality and prosperity into local economies. By fostering an environment that encourages businesses to grow and hire, we empower individuals with stable employment opportunities, bolstering families and reducing financial strain. We are committed to endorsing candidates who prioritize job creation, ensuring that our communities remain resilient, vibrant, and poised for a prosperous future.

Economic Development

Fueling Progress

Over the past several years, Cabarrus County has seen unprecedented growth and accomplishment. New industry announcements like Eli Lilly, expansions by existing companies like Hendrick Motorsports, and recognitions such as the city of Kannapolis being named one of the top 15 cities in the U.S. for corporate headquarters relocation by the Boyd Company and also featured in Site Selection Magazine. This can only happen when companies know there are leaders in places who support business growth. By stimulating investment, nurturing innovation, and creating dynamic job opportunities, it not only elevates the quality of life for residents but also fosters a sustainable environment for long-term success.

Infrastructure and Transportation

Gateway to Prosperity

Strategically located in the heart of the Southeast, Cabarrus County holds a pivotal geographical advantage that fosters regional connectivity and economic opportunity. Our community excels in its thoughtfully crafted infrastructure and transportation systems, seamlessly integrating key elements like the Concord-Padgett Regional Airport and the vital I-85 corridor. This intentional strategy not only reinforces local accessibility but also amplifies investment attraction, solidifying Cabarrus County as a thriving nucleus for innovation and progress.

Our leaders must be able to leverage this advantage by bringing investment that funds transportation improvements for businesses and residents in our rapidly growing community.

Quality of Life

Nurturing Well Being

Cabarrus County offers a superior quality of life marked by a harmonious blend of modern amenities, natural beauty, and historic preservation. With access to top-notch healthcare facilities, vibrant cultural events, and a range of recreational activities, residents experience a fulfilling and balanced lifestyle. Our community’s dedication to preserving green spaces, coupled with its rich history and strong sense of belonging, truly sets Cabarrus County apart as a place where individuals and families thrive.

Maintaining this quality of life means bringing in tax revenue that allows our leaders to fund parks, schools, and other amenities that our citizens expect.

Government Services

Empowering Communities

Cabarrus County’s commitment to excellence is evident in its comprehensive range of well-administered public services. From efficient public safety initiatives and accessible healthcare programs to community development projects, our county government strives to enhance the well-being of all residents. With a focus on transparency, collaboration, and innovation, Cabarrus County’s government services play a vital role in fostering a thriving and resilient community.

Community Accolades

Elected officials who are business-minded and believe in efficient government at a reasonable cost have made a significant impact over the last 10 years. Along with a highly regarded Community College system that assists employers in creating a skilled workforce, Cabarrus County and North Carolina have become ideal locations for companies looking to locate or expand in our community.

Forums

Quality Cabarrus will host forums to give voters a chance to listen to and assess municipal candidates as they discuss issues of interest to the community.

September 26, 2023 – PAST EVENT

Hilton Garden Inn Charlotte/Concord
7831 Gateway Ln NW, Concord, NC 28027

Doors Open @ 11:30am
Meal Served @ 11:45am
Program Starts @ 12-1:30pm

Hosting Harrisburg Town Council and Concord City Council Candidates for Districts 1 and 2

MCs: WBT 1110AM Top-Rated Morning Hosts of Good Morning BT with Bo Thompson and Beth Troutman


October 17, 2023 – PAST EVENT

Kinetic Club, Atrium Health Ballpark
1 Cannon Baller Way, Kannapolis, NC 28081

Doors Open @ 11:30am
Meal Served @ 11:45am
Program Starts @ 12-1:30pm

Hosting Kannapolis City Council and Mount Pleasant Mayoral Municipal Candidates

All candidates are invited to attend and briefly introduce themselves, however, the event is to hear from candidates in contested municipal elections for the 2023 Election Cycle.

Community Accolades

Elected officials who are business-minded and believe in efficient government at a reasonable cost have made a significant impact over the last 10 years. Along with a highly regarded Community College system that assists employers in creating a skilled workforce, Cabarrus County and North Carolina have become ideal locations for companies looking to locate or expand in our community.

Our Mission

Quality Cabarrus is committed to supporting and improving the way Cabarrus County and our municipal governments view their role in creating jobs and economic development. We believe that strong, informed leadership is critical to advancing new employment opportunities for the Cabarrus community.

Quality Cabarrus’ mission is to educate Cabarrus County elected officials and the general public about the value local county and state economic development programs offer to advance job creation. An active and thriving corporate community partner should support and improve our county tax base, have thriving relationships with our non-profits, improve educational opportunities, and support current local businesses and work well with our government employees and officials. These relationships will help Cabarrus County continue to be a great place to work that will enable employees and families to thrive, live and grow for generations to come. 

Quality Cabarrus believes that effective leaders should:

  • Support the efforts of the Cabarrus Economic Development Corporation and The Chamber
  • Acknowledge that economic incentives are necessary for Cabarrus County to compete with other local and state governments in recruiting new industries and expanding existing industries
  • Support economic incentives that create additional jobs for the citizens of Cabarrus County and increase tax revenue for local governments
  • Support the elimination and/or modification of county regulations that unnecessarily and unreasonably constrain the growth of business and the creation of new jobs
  • Support vigilance over and good stewardship of public funds, efficiency in county government and reasonable efforts to reduce unnecessary public spending
  • Support efforts to balance good government with constant efforts to control and reduce, where possible, the tax burden on individuals and businesses in Cabarrus County

These guidelines lay out a commonsense way to foster economic development and the growth of jobs in Cabarrus County.

Economic Development

How do incentives impact Cabarrus County?

When you look at the last 25 years, the county has awarded $38.5 million in incentives and netted $252.2 million in tax revenue from those companies.

That means the county received $6 for every $1 it has awarded in incentives.

Do you have more questions about how incentives work in Cabarrus County?

We invite you to watch this presentation from our recent Community Conversation.