Tourism Authority

This 12-member board is charged with the development of tourism, tourist-related events, facilities and other activities that serve to increase the amount of tourism in the County. The Board of Commissioners appoints membership as follows: Three members from nominations submitted by the County, including a County Commissioner or County Manager and one hotelier; six members from nominations submitted by the Cabarrus County Tourism Authority Board including two hoteliers and two persons currently active in the promotion of tourism in the County; and three members from nominations submitted by the Cabarrus Regional Chamber of Commerce including one hotelier. Appointments are for terms of three years.