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Charlotte approves 30‑kiosk pilot with private vendor to add wayfinding, safety messaging and advertising
Summary
Council approved a no‑cost pilot for up to 30 interactive digital kiosks operated by Ike Smart City, set for public‑right‑of‑way installation in corridors of opportunity and municipal service districts. The contract includes 12.5% city/community content time and a revenue-sharing arrangement; council sought assurances on small‑business access and public‑safety integration.
The Charlotte City Council voted Oct. 27 to authorize the city manager to negotiate and execute a contract with Ike Smart City for up to 30 interactive digital kiosks, a pilot the city described as revenue‑neutral to taxpayers and intended to provide wayfinding, Wi‑Fi, public‑safety messaging and advertising opportunities for small businesses.
Michael Smith, speaking for the South End community, told council the kiosks would provide wayfinding, transit schedules and real‑time messaging to visitors and residents. Randall Sustrunk of Ike Smart City said the…
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