MECKLENBURG COUNTY DEMOCRATIC PARTY - Home 2023 Annual Precinct Meetings Saturday February 25 - Saturday March 11 Click here to find your precinct meeting 2023 County Convention Saturday April 22, 2023 Registration opens at noon Meeting starts at 1:00 PM Click here to contribute to the 2023 Sustaining Funds 2023 Election Dates Second, Mecklenburg County administers grants that help remove vehicles and off-road equipment using diesel and replace them with more efficient vehicles. In the end, if we don't have equitable green space, parks and nature preserves, we will create harder problems to solve, such as mental health, public health, and climate change. I have met with companies several times who have installed new air quality systems for CMS. I completely support allowing the people to have a voice in a new tax. Join the fight to keep Republicans elected in Mecklenburg County, Sign up for text messages from NCGOP! c2lnbmF0dXJlIjoiMjQ3YTk1ZDlmZDEyMzAwZmEyZDQ3OWY0ZjJkN2NiMzI1 Our air quality might not be great, but it was better than where he lived in China. But for me, in addition to the above important and necessary work, I believe we have a fundamental imperative to be successful in the TMN buildout. The filing deadline for this election was March 4, 2022. I will do everything in my power, as I have done in the past, to advocate for greenways and parks. I would support the whole program. The role of the BOCC should be to advocate legislatively, facilitate discussions, educate the community, work with all governmental entities, and provide spaces for substantive community feedback around the needs of Mecklenburg County residents. In addition, it is important to note that government cannot do this alone and cannot operate independently, but should play a key role in establishing the conditions needed for success and galvanizing key stakeholders to include all bodies of government, community leaders, conservation organizations and others to help achieve our goals.". We should hold our community and business partners responsible as well, encouraging them to follow suit. To keep up with this rapid growth and provide adequate recreational resurces, we must respond with commensurate funding for acquisition of land, construction of parks, greenways, and nature preserves. I would like guarantees for North Meck. president; Charlotte Area Fund board member, 2018, Related experience: System of Care mental health trainer, Political experience: District 3 Mecklenburg County Commissioner, 2008-present; Mecklenburg Board of County Commissioners Chair, 2018-present; District 3 CMS Board of Education representative, 1986-2008, Related experience: CMPD officer, 1978-1995; CMPD Drug Abuse Resistance Educator, 1993-2005, Political experience: Mecklenburg County Republican Party Voter Registration Co-Chair, 2021-present; Mecklenburg Black Republican Club, Political experience: District 4 Mecklenburg County Commissioner, 2020-present; Economic Development Committee co-chair; Black Political Caucus Executive Committee member, Related experience: Speechworks Therapy Services Operations Manager; North Carolina Army National Guard, Platform: Elder care, improving education, small business, Related experience: Environmental Compliance Manager, Coca-Cola Bottling Company Consolidated, Political experience: District 5 Mecklenburg County Commissioner, 2020-present; Charlotte Womens Movement co-president, 2018-2020, Related experience: Social studies instructor with CMS drop-out prevention program, Platform: Early childhood education, parks and green spaces, mental-health services, Political experience: District 5 Mecklenburg County Commissioner, 2012-2018; Economic Development Committee chair; Steele Creek Preparatory Academy Board of Directors chair, Related experience: Cybersecurity consultant, 2018-present; U.S. Marine Corps, 2001-2012, Platform: Parks and greenways, schools, public safety, Political experience: District 6 Mecklenburg County Commissioner, 2018-present; Economic Development Committee chair, 2021-present, Related experience: Colorado Christian University Director of Counseling Services, 1995-1996; photographer, 2008-2015, Platform: Income equality, racial equality, environment, Political experience: North Carolina 9th District Secretary, 2021-present; North Carolina Federation of Republican Women Foothills Region Vice President, Related experience: Customer service manager, 1997-2011, Platform: Supporting CMPD, lowering taxes, economic development, Related experience: Corporate analyst, 2008-2019; U.S. Air Force Weapons Specialist, 1994-1998, Political experience: Mecklenburg County assistant public defender, 2003-2006, Related experience: Criminal defense attorney, founderm The Emry Law Firm, 2012-present; Senior associate attorney at Powers McCartan, 2006-2012, Platform: Ending the death penalty, police accountability, reducing mass incarceration, Political experience: Mecklenburg County District Attorney, 2017-present; Mecklenburg County assistant district attorney, 2006-present, Platform: Sex crimes, drug trafficking, reducing recidivism, **The preceding list is a working document and only includes candidates running for Charlotte City Council, Mecklenburg County Board of County Commissioners, and District Attorney. Please note that school board races are nonpartisan and the candidates listed have been endorsed by the MeckGOP. Published: Oct. 19, 2022 at 10:39 AM PDT. There are over 20 early voting sites across Mecklenburg County, including Bank of America Stadium in Uptown Charlotte, where you can cast your ballot . I strongly support the acceleration of land acquisition as evidenced by my advocacy from the dais and my votes. Its been a long time, but it appears were finally going to be able to vote in municipal elections this year. - 98.5. . Do you support this investment? Here's a look at who has filed for select races that will appear on Mecklenburg County ballots: NC Senate District 40 Republican: Bobbie Shields NC Senate District 41 I was proud to have voted to raise the previous BOCCs allocation of $6.6 million to $20 million and am eager to invest more. I strongly support the need to secure a local funding source to build the TMN and am actively working to promote areas of agreement between our partners who need to be at the table to make this a reality. Check back here for a continuation of comprehensive listings including all candidates running to represent the Charlotte area on this page. Thanks to, court challenge to new North Carolina congressional maps. I believe our intentionality outlined in the plan demonstrates our desires to be good stewards and set a course for a thriving community in the future. OGIxZTk2ODM0NzQ2ZjYzMDg4ZjI1NTdlZGUyNzJhMTUwMWRhOWZiN2IwNWZh We simply do not have a choice. I will advocate for adequate staff for park & rec staff and for wages designed to retain and attract employees to our park assets. November 03, 2022 at 6:19 pm EDT. Third, the County ensures regulatory compliance with air-quality related permitting. Jeremy Brasch (R, District 6): I support applying for federal funding for county projects when the finding criteria benefits our residents. For example, gas stations or manufacuring plants must have a permit for emissions which the County monitors. One boy told me he was "sickly" when her arrived-but a week later-he said he could not believe how much better he felt. I look forward to hearing from staff regarding the considerations around faster land acquisition and to provide the necessary resources to the Managers Office to speed the process. YWVkMDgwNzczZWQ4ZjJhZTc1ODJmOTgyOTU5ZWFkZmRkY2ZmNjU0NDUyNDdl I believe the county should follow through with their plan to have a net-zero carbon fleet by 2035, and our buildings should have environmentally-friendly designs, as well as transition to net-zero carbon in our facilities. ZWU1NDkyMWJlZGU1NjY0NTdhMzdmN2U3MzM1ZjRjOGU2ODVkZTQzZTRhYmI0 **, Political experience: Charlotte Mayor, 2017-present; Charlotte City Council at-large rep, 2013-2017; assistant city manager, Related experience: Consulting director, Lee Institute and Flynn Health Holt Leadership; Charlotte Housing Authority Moving Forward initiative; Committee of 21 transportation initiative; Charlotte-Mecklenburg African American Agenda; Achieve Together community-based advocacy education initiative, Platform: Affordable housing, economic development, community safety, Related experience: Founder, Take Back Our Hoods, Platform: Community safety, police reform, gun violence, Related experience: Creator, EVOLVE Media, Platform: Affordable housing, governmental transparency, environmental sustainability, Related experience: Founder, Taes Beauty; accessibility advocate, Related experience: Background in media and finance, married to CMPD officer, Related Experience: Owner, Universal Cab; sued the city in 2015 over alleged corruption in pay-to-play deal for taxis at the airport, Political experience: Charlotte City Council at-large rep, 2017-present; chair, Environment, Engagement and Equity Committee; vice-chair, Budget and Governance; former Charlotte Housing Authority board member, Related experience: Certified Public Accountant, TIAA and Deloitte; Leadership Fellowship with the Institute of Political Leadership, Platform: Affordable housing, public safety, sustainability, infrastructure, Political experience: Charlotte City Council at-large rep, 2017-present; co-chair, Intergovernmental Relations Committee, Related experience: Stagehand, member of International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees (IATSE) union; board member with: My Brothers Keeper Charlotte-Mecklenburg, the Board of Trustees of the Charlotte Symphony Orchestra, Smart Start of Mecklenburg County, Habitat for Humanitys Charlotte Neighborhood Revitalization Committee, Platform: Equity, access, interconnection, Political experience: Charlotte City Council District 1 rep, 2017-present; chair, Safe Communities Committee; former president, Young Democrats of Mecklenburg County; former board member, Plaza Midwood Neighborhood Association, Related experience: Volunteer firefighter, Long Creek Volunteer Fire Department; former vice-chair, Charlotte-Mecklenburg Historic Landmarks Commission; former chair, Charlotte International Cabinet, Platform: Housing, transportation, preservation, Political experience: Charlotte City Council District 3 rep, 2011-2019; former member, Charlotte-Mecklenburg Community Relations Committee; former president, Centralina Economic Development Committee, Related experience: Member, International Minority Coalition; board member, LGBT Democrats of Mecklenburg County; former member, Immigrant Solidarity Committee; former member, Charlotte Community Justice Coalition; former executive board member, Human Rights Campaign; former board member, Charlotte Lesbian and Gay Fund, Platform: Property values, economic growth, community safety, Political experience: Charlotte Mayor, 2013-14 (deposed after arrest on fraud charges); Charlotte City Council District 3 rep, 1993-2001; Charlotte City Council at-large rep, 2001-2013, Platform: Inclusivity, intentionality, involvement, Political experience: Charlotte City Council at-large rep, 1999-2021, Related experience: President and co-owner, RJ Leeper Construction, January 2021-July 2021. Please note that ALL Republican candidates were asked to submit their information so we are including info from any that chose to respond to us as a courtesy to voters. Transportation falls under the city. 160 S. FAX: 919-560-0057 . YWY2MDQ2OGYwZjMzNzIxNDYxZTlmOWNjY2IyYzE0NzIyNDJlYjRlODFhNzkx Hard copies of the guides are available through our Victory program. MECKLENBURG County Info. I would like more education on the most needed actions from experts. CHARLOTTE, N.C. (WBTV) - The one-stop early voting period in North Carolina officially begins Thursday. I know we can do this, and I believe the people will agree that we have no other choice but to build a system that works for everyone. We must, absolutely must, stop relying so heavily on cars, and build more public transportation, greenways, sidewalks, walkable communities and livable neighborhoods. In our BOCC FY21 budget I proposed and acquired support for hiring a Director of Sustainability as an addition to the county manager's office. NTA4MjE4NjcwNTUwZTBlOGNlZGUwZTA3YWEwMmY1NmVmNTJjODY0NTk5Nzc2 The investment/funding would also provide a level of equity for our under-served communities and populations, increased access to housing, employment opportunities and positively impact the environment. Mark Jerrell (D, District 4)(i): "Land acquisition is one of the most urgent needs in our community and I unequivocally support the need to invest (at least) $35m per year for the purposes of land acquisition. Laura Meier (D, District 5)(i): I absolutely support the county having a leading role in protecting our natural resources. The 2022 midterm . I have been invited and I attended conferences with Air Quality Engineers (before Covid) to learn more about air quality not only outside but in tall buildings and schools. You may view a list of candidates and see your election ballot at www.meckboe.org. Lorsque vous utilisez nos sites et applications, nous utilisons des, authentifier les utilisateurs, appliquer des mesures de scurit, empcher les spams et les abus; et. Candidate Survey 2022 from Sustain Charlotte: June 2022 Update, Mecklenburg County Environmental Leadership Policy, America Public Transportation Association, Charlotte Mecklenburg Community Foundation, Goodwill Industries of the Southern Piedmont. I will advocate for adequate staff for park & rec staff and for wages designed to retain and attract employees to our park assets. I do support the "transformational mobility network" in theory and I have become engaged in conversations with my District 6 mayoral representatives in the towns regarding their concerns on where the taxes generated in their towns are allocated for transportation spending. Become a Nerve Member: Get better connected and become a member of Queen City Nerve to support local journalism for as little as $5 per month. Candidate Survey 2022 from Sustain Charlotte: June 2022 Update . , weve seen election deadlines and voting dates pushed back multiple times. "The County is the designated monitoring entity for federal air quality requirements, and staff monitors stations and regularly tracks data on the quality of our air. 12th district (north Mecklenburg + Cabarrus) I would like to see a designee from the County Manager to participate in the process. + Caption. ODQ0Y2M0NDAxYzRlYjdjMDlmYTExNGI4MzQ0M2M1ZDhiYTlhMmJjNGQwMTVm Patricia {Pat) Cotham (D, At-Large)(i): I support it. We have to create easy access to transportation for all our residents so that our residents can take care of their families-- to get to work, to get home, to get to childcare, to get to school, to get to the grocery store (food deserts abound in Mecklenburg County, and we must give people access to food). Also, I talked with former Secretary of Transportation, Anthony Foxx, and he told me no one ever contacted him about helping with a meeting with the railroad in North Meck to get them to release use for a train. Laura Meier (D, District 5)(i): "Investing in transportation is one of the greatest needs in Mecklenburg County. "Although 51% of Mecklenburg's workforce comes from outside of the county, I still support most efforts to increase economic development opportunities for our city, county and region. The position was filled in 2021 and has become an integral part of moving the BOCC's environmental agenda forward. We are growing faster than we can build roads. Campaign Signs on Public Property For purposes of the election, Section 10-141 of the Health and Sanitation Code and Section 13-106 (7) of the Zoning Ordinance apply. We are living in a booming region with unprecedented growth. Last year the Charlotte Moves Task Force recommended an investment in a transformational mobility network (TMN) of transportation projects and proposed a funding strategy for the network that centers on a One Cent for Mobility countywide sales tax. We must take a look at the county's hefty fund balance and allocate some of this money to issues that are not necessarily needing sustainable funds. I would like to see a designee from the County Manager to participate in the process. There are many lenses to view these investments and sustainability and climate are extremely important to me. OTU5ZDAzMmVhODYyOTBiOWY0MDM2ZTBkOWJjMGQzZmRkODQxZWUzZGZiMmM5 My constituents in North Meck needed answers and assurances. I believe we must continue these efforts to mitigate the harmful effects of poor air quality.". ZmQwYjAzNmZhMjU5NjZmYzdhYWQxNTAzZTdkYzVjNjUwMjAwMTllN2Y1OTdl You have a taste for lifes luxuries and will take risks to get what you want. However, there has been little visible progress on moving this forward, even as new federal funding from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Bill will create time-sensitive opportunities for our area to compete for federal dollars that will require a local match. Today, there is no affordable housing at transit stations along the Blue Line.". Restaurant workers, Maid for hotels etc., have a hard time getting to work on the weekends. Mecklenburg County, NC Posted: February 01, 2023 $55,518 to $97,157 Yearly Full-Time $7,000 Sign-On Bonus to Eligible Candidates The recruitment salary for fully qualified candidates is $60,900. I also advocated hard years ago for identifying markers so if a person had heart attack or accident, Medic would be able to find the injured person. MmY2MWZiMTdkZjJmYjEyOGRhNzFjZmQ4ZDliMzBmMDNkYjhjZmFhMjdiM2Fm I will do everything in my power, as I have done in the past, to advocate for greenways and parks. The BOCC's role is simply to vote to put the item on the ballot. It is imperative that we create a plan that includes specific ways to incentivize positive behaviors, establish goals, reduce barriers to progress, ensure accountability and educate residents. YmNjZjEzNjEwNDYyNDEwYTM1OWY0YmJiMjc2NDYzZDU5MzZlYTc2MGIyN2Rl Display County Status. I would like guarantees for North Meck. Leigh Altman (D, At-Large)(i): "I am deeply concerned about climate change brought on by human activity. ZDVhZWE5NGQ0ZTM5YmJkOTNkNGZkMWVjNTZmNDA4NGUwNTc1MjU2ZDMzY2Jl Terms & Privacy Policy: 21011-info.com, PAID FOR BY THE NORTH CAROLINA REPUBLICAN PARTYNOT AUTHORIZED BY ANY CANDIDATE OR CANDIDATES COMMITTEE. Contact Board of Elections 704-336-2133 Send an Email Key Initiatives Work and Performance Plan Also, I talked with former Secretary of Transportation, Anthony Foxx, and he told me no one ever contacted him about helping with a meeting with the railroad in North Meck to get them to release use for a train. "I am deeply concerned about climate change brought on by human activity. We are growing faster than we can build roads. Mecklenburg County Candidates for at-large Board of County Commissioners Patricia (Pat) Cotham | Arthur Griffin, Jr. | Tatyana Thulien | Leigh Altman Candidates for District 1 Ross Monks. Filing continues until noon March 4. First the city must do its job of lobbying the legislature to agree. Each District has a population of approximately 165,000 individuals. Mecklenburg County is also consulting with an expert to advise where solar would be best deployed within the confines of the County.". I would need to know a lot more information before I agreed to support that line item at that amount for this purpose. Precinct officer lists are NOT shared with candidates. What will you do as a County Commissioner to ensure healthy air quality for all residents as our population grows? Six Democrats are running to be an At-Large representative on the Mecklenburg County Commission. If you believe Wordfence should be allowing you access to this site, please let them know using the steps below so they can investigate why this is happening. I believe that the establishment of bold policy is one of the most effective tools we have to influence behavior and change current outcomes. Our community journalism helps inform you through a range of diverse voices. I would like more education on the most needed actions from experts. Patricia {Pat) Cotham (D, At-Large)(i): I always support air quality needs. The Mecklenburg County Health Department Inspected these restaurants from Jan. 20 to 26:. They felt like their tax dollars went to the train to UNCC. We simply do not have a choice. ". YTFhODIxMDQ4YmI0NjkzYzQ5ZmUxODM5YzcyZjM5ZjJkM2RjODQ0ZWViZjI5 In 2011 when the Blue Line was identified by the City, there was a drastic change in the racial and income composition along that transit line with fewer African Americans and a steep increase in residential income according to research by the UNCC Urban Institute. In-person early voting for the 2022 general election began Oct. 20 in North Carolina and will end on Nov. 5.
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