Charlotte City Manager Marcus Jones proposes fee increases, moving Animal Care and Control from under CMPD in fiscal year 2026 budget. City Council votes in June.

Charlotte City Manager Marcus Jones is getting a pay raise of 5%, Mayor Vi Lyles announced at Monday’s City Council meeting. The raise will bring his base salary to about $474,530.

CHARLOTTE — Charlotte City Manager Marcus Jones presented the $3.6 billion proposed 2026 fiscal year budget to council members on Monday. It included at least a 3% increase for all employees.