The Town of Waxhaw is located only 20 minutes from south Charlotte and approximately three miles from the South Carolina state line. Dating back to the 1700s, Waxhaw is one of the oldest towns in Union County, taking its name from the Waxhaws (originally called the Wysacky), an Indian tribe that once inhabited the area. When chartered in 1889, Waxhaw established its rightful place as the third oldest town in Union County. The Town of Waxhaw's mission is to provide the best services and information to the citizen's of Waxhaw. Our creed is Servant Leadership and our goal is to lead the community with the heart of a public servant.