Michael Dickerson, Director of the Mecklenburg County Board of Elections, said he and the hundreds of elections workers he oversees have been working hard to get ready. I support a reduction in county personal property tax for county tax payers that own and use electric and plug in hybrid electric automobiles. OTU5ZDAzMmVhODYyOTBiOWY0MDM2ZTBkOWJjMGQzZmRkODQxZWUzZGZiMmM5 These mayors are rightfully questioning the use of their constituents tax dollars and wanting those dollars to stay as local as possible to aid in their residents travel options. "The biggest thing we do is . Platform: Growth, transportation and public safety, Political experience: City council District 7 rep, 2013-present; vice chair, Economic Development and Budget committees, Related experience: Financial advisor; former board member, Goodwill Industries of the Southern Piedmont, Communities in Schools, and Blumenthal Performing Arts, Platform: Small government, job creation, transparency, Political experience: Mecklenburg County commissioner at-large, 2020-present; chair of BOCC Performance Review Committee, 2020-present; Mecklenburg County Democratic Party Precinct 9 chair, 2017-2020, Platform: Public health, parks and greenways, reducing gun violence, Political experience: Mecklenburg County commissioner at-large, 2014-present; Democratic National Convention superdelegate, 2016, Related experience: Blumenthal Performing Arts Center, trustee, Platform: Employment, schools, housing & homelessness, Political experience: CMS Board of Education at-large member, 1988-2003; chair of CMS Board of Education, 1997-2002; chair of Charlotte Black Political Caucus, 2017-2019, Related experience: McGraw Hill, 2004-2015, Platform: Affordable housing, parks and greenways, economic equity, Political experience: CMS Board of Education at-large member 2019-present, Related experience: International House Director of Education, 2019; CPCC instructor, 2001-2012, Platform: Education, economic development, environmental stewardship/parks, Political experience: Charlotte-Mecklenburg Community Relations Committee, 2019-present, Related experience: Concierge Business, Political and Education Consulting founder, 2020-present, Platform: Food insecurity, minority and women-owned small businesses, Related experience: Women in Power Inc. founder, 2014-present; Palisades Park Elementary PTSA vice president, Platform: Affordable housing, housing & homelessness, economic development, Political experience: Charlotte-Mecklenburg Community Relations Committee member, 2021-present, Related experience: Executive assistant at The Museum of Russian Art, 2017-2018; instructor at Virtuoso School of Music & Art, 2018-present, Political experience: District 1 Mecklenburg County commissioner, 2019-present; Mecklenburg Board of County Commissioners vice chair, 2019-present; Environmental Stewardship Committee chair, 2019-present; Mecklenburg County Park & Recreation Commission chair, 2010-2018; Natural Resources Stewardship Advisory Council chair, 2010-2018; Mecklenburg County Waste Management Advisory Board member, 2001-2009, Related experience: Multiple roles at CMS, 1989-2014, Platform: Public education, economic growth, sustainability, Political experience: District 2 Mecklenburg County Commissioner, 2008-present; CMS Board of Education member, 1997-2008; CMS Policy Committee vice chair, dates unavailable; Small Business Consortium Group founder, 2011, Related experience: Former teacher, North Carolina Association of Educators, Charlotte-Mecklenburg Association of Educators, Political experience: Reid Park Academy P.T.O. District 37 (Wake): Christine Kelly District 40 (Wake): Joe John District 41 (Wake): Maria Cervania District 49 (Wake): Cynthia Ball District 50 (Caswell, Orange): Renee Price District 54 (Chatham, Randolph): Robert Reives District 56 (Orange): Allen Buansi District 57 (Guilford): Ashton Wheeler Clemmons District 61 (Guilford): Pricey Harrison -----BEGIN REPORT----- Laura Meier (D, District 5)(i): We are at a crucial moment here in Mecklenburg County. I support it. eyJtZXNzYWdlIjoiYWI1OWUzYTQzYzMwOTI0YWQ1YWM0Y2Q4ODYxODkxMmMy So glad a constituent alerted me to that need. I would like to see a designee from the County Manager to participate in the process. We are behind other major metropolitan areas who have already begun the process of establishing a transportation system, as well as the use of greenways as a mode of transportation. First the city must do its job of lobbying the legislature to agree. 12th district (north Mecklenburg + Cabarrus) Some of the focus areas include: Transition County facilities and fleet to net-zero carbon energy sources by 2035; Practice waste minimization and recycling at all County facilities Identify and fill resiliency gaps in County operations; Require environmentally friendly designs including net-zero capable buildings in all new facilities and retrofits and when feasible reuse existing buildings and infrastructure; Make a good-faith effort to include social, economic and environmental considerations in purchasing decisions for goods and services; Acquire land for recreation, ecosystem preservation, recycling, storm water management and to protect the quality of life in our community; Manage, maintain and conserve County properties to create resilient ecosystems, including grasslands, forests, wetlands and aquatic environment; Implement environmental practices in day-to-day business operations; Provide employees with opportunities and incentives to learn and practice environmentally sound behaviors; Partner with municipalities, businesses, nonprofits and other organizations that have common goals and interests to efficiently implement this policy; Work with business partners receiving County funding (CMS, CPCC, Libraries, Medic) to make capital and business decisions that prioritize environmental stewardship; Routinely review state and federal legislative action that either assists or hinders implementation of this policy; Conduct outreach and raise awareness about environmental conditions, opportunities for involvement and actions being taken by Mecklenburg County; Embrace justice through equal protection and enforcement of environmental laws and regulations to include using the Countys racial equity toolkit when implementing the action plan, and more broadly, during environmental decision-making". 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. A judicial vacancy election of the Mecklenburg County Bar (the 26th Judicial District Bar) will be conducted electronically February 17, 2023 through March 3, 2023 to select a nominee for a district court vacancy resulting from Judge Donald Cureton's recent appointment to superior court. Second, Mecklenburg County administers grants that help remove vehicles and off-road equipment using diesel and replace them with more efficient vehicles. I remember learning years ago about a big fire in Asheville and how it negatively affected Mecklenburg. CHARLOTTE, NC (News Release) Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Care & Control (AC&C)has not seen low or even average dog capacity numbers since mid-way through 2021. You may view a list of candidates and see your election ballot at www.meckboe.org. Dec 7, 2021 0 CHARLOTTE -- The Mecklenburg County Board of Elections opened filing for the 2022 election on Dec. 6, attracting candidates for Charlotte City Council and the Mecklenburg County Board of Commissioners. I would like guarantees for North Meck. Again, this is a city issue so I would like to listen to what they think as they have more information than I do. Below are the verbatim responses we received, grouped by question. I have been a member of the Environmental Stewardship Committee from it's inception and in fact supported it's creation. 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. ZGEzZTM1NzE0MjYxMzJhYzAyMjAyZjc4OTM5MWVmNmQ1ZjJkNGY4YTJiYjEx I am proud of that. The BOCC's role is simply to vote to put the item on the ballot. Mecklenburg County Sheriff Garry McFadden held on to his seat Tuesday, receiving 51% of the vote in the Democratic primary. Mecklenburg County is also consulting with an expert to advise where solar would be best deployed within the confines of the County.". Please note that school board races are nonpartisan and the candidates listed have been endorsed by the MeckGOP. **, 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. 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. 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. Leigh Altman (D, At-Large)(i): 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. County Leadership Meet Chairman Sarah Reidy-Jones Meet Vice Chairman Dale Dalton 2022 Candidates Online Shop Backpack Volunteer Donate About History Meck Plan of Organization FAQs MeckGOP Mentorship Program RED U News Call To Action Call To Action Get Involved Events Recognized Clubs Mentorship Program OTg4NzJiMWExNjYzZDdhZDc1OGI0MTNhZTNiOTBjOGUwZjUwYzQxZjJhYmNi The BOCC's role is simply to vote to put the item on the ballot. . I believe that the establishment of bold policy is one of the most effective tools we have to influence behavior and change current outcomes. During the stay-at-home period in 2020, Mecklenburg County saw measurable improvements in air quality and reductions in harmful ground-level ozone that were attributed to less driving and therefore fewer vehicle tailpipe emissions. YjhjZTM1MjMzNmVkMGFmYmExNzkyZjVmN2IzZTdjN2Q5N2Q3OTJkMDM1MGZj 160 S. FAX: 919-560-0057 . Our air quality might not be great, but it was better than where he lived in China. 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. Treasurer, Mecklenburg County Young Republicans; President, Log Cabin Republicans of North Carolina, Corporate finance attorney, U.S. Bank and McGuireWoods; Vice Chair, The Plus Collective (formerly the Charlotte Lesbian and Gay Fund), Property tax freeze, transportation, small business, Founder, Access 21 TV ministry Lord God Ricetown XV, Business executive, Cisco and Wal-Mart; Management consulting, Anderson Consulting; Board of directors, Walton Arts Center; Advisory board member, Center for Womens Business Research; International Committee member, American Heart Association, Livable wage, affordable housing, community safety, City council District 1 rep, July 2013-December 2013; board member: Visit Charlotte and Charlotte Regional Visitors Authority, Director, Alexander Youth Network; Board member, Time Out Youth; president, NC State Alumni Association, Affordable housing, transportation, public safety, Member, Community Relations Committee 2021-present; member, Park & Recreation Commission and Advisory Board, Vice president, Safeguard Atone Validate Educate, Affordable housing, infrastructure, public safety, Charlotte City Council District 4 rep, 1999-2005; Charlotte City Council District 2 rep, 2019-present; chair, great neighborhood and economic development committees; N.C. State Senate, 2005-2015, Executive director, Beds for Kids; former special assistant to the president for government and community affairs, Johnson C. Smith University; formerly Bank of America and Time Warner Cable, Police reform, community-first development, racial justice, Presidential fellow, Democratic National Committee, Youth engagement fellow, United Nations Association of the USA; community organizer, QC Family Tree, Housing, reducing juvenile delinquency, cultural economy, President, Seversville Neighborhood Association, City council District 3 rep, 2019-present; former vice chair, Civil Service Board; former member, Business Advisory Committee, Engineering, initiative management and operations management in the consumer product goods industry; Land Use Committee chair, West Boulevard Neighborhood Coalition; United Way Central Carolinas Young Leaders Council, Workforce development, strong neighborhoods, strategic mobility network, Founder, Beauty After the Bars; board member, National Council for Incarcerated and Formerly Incarcerated Women and Girls; board member, Concerned Citizens for Communities in Action; director, Center for Employment Opportunities Charlotte, City council District 4 rep, 2019-present, Executive director, Triumph Services; former board chair, Montessori Renaissance Community School; former board member: Rahabs Hideaway, United Faith of America, Make It Happen foundations, Affordable housing, homelessness, job creation, Chair, SHARE Charlotte and Envision Charlotte; former executive director, University City Partners; former vice president of neighborhood development and sustainability, Charlotte Center City Partners, Affordable housing, public safety, sustainability, President, Safeguard Atone Validate Educate; Executive director, NAACP Prison Branch 5135, Supporting police officers, affordable housing, lower taxes, Former secretary, NC 12th Congressional District Democrats; former treasurer and 3rd vice chair, Mecklenburg Senior Democrats; former treasurer and secretary, Progressive Democrats of Mecklenburg County; co-chair, Oakhurst Community Neighborhood Association, Realtor and broker; board member, The Gold District and CharlotteEASTs economic development committee, Affordable housing, transportation, small business, Owner, Mamas Caribbean Grill & Bar; Charlotte International Committee International Entrepreneur Award honoree; general contractor, Community activist; owner, World Class Property Maintenance, Transportation, affordable housing, increasing minimum wage, Unionizing city employees, minimum wage increase, affordable housing, Member, Charlotte Equitable Development Commission; community organizer, Hillary for America, Former board member, YMCA of Greater Charlotte Diversity, Inclusion, and Global Committee; former member, Mecklenburg County Womens Advisory Board; former Charlotte Sister Cities Scholar, City council District 6 rep, 2017-present; co-chair, Intergovernmental Relations Committee, Co-founder and executive director, Carolina Fintech Hub; formerly GE Capital, Wells Fargo and Wachovia, Economic development, transportation, public safety, Planning commission,1994-1999 and 2014-2020; former vice chair, Zoning Committee; former chair, Transportation and Planning Committee; former member, Mecklenburg Solid Waste management board, Commercial real estate broker; adjunct professor: UNC Charlotte, Johnson C. Smith, Queens, Winthrop, and Wingate universities; Mecklenburg County Order of the Hornet in 2020 honoree, Deacon, Western North Carolina Conference United Methodist Church; former community outreach manager, Charlotte Family Housing; former executive operations manager, Marriott International, Infrastructure, economic development, community safety, Represented North Carolina as a President Obama delegate to the 2012 Democratic National Convention; area coordinator, Obama for America in 2008. ce executive in investment banking; former commissioner, Centralina Economic Development Commission; former board member, Community Culinary School of Charlotte; formerly on the planning committees for Charlottes Taste of the Nation and Charlotte Literary Festival. I believe we must continue these efforts to mitigate the harmful effects of poor air quality.". As our community continues to grow, it is critical that our residents have access to services, jobs, and amenities without over-reliance on a car. Susan Rodriguez-McDowell (D, District 6)(i): Yes, I do support the Park & Recreation Commission request and I plan on bringing a request that is slightly more than what they asked for, such as a $40-50 million in land acquisition investments. The goal is to have a master plan drafted with a triage approach and retrofit on average two buildings per year to get to net zero. District 14: Jeff Jackson (Democrat) v. Poor air quality has a direct impact on health outcomes and adversely contributes to medical conditions such as asthma, bronchitis, lung disease, heart disease, decrease in life expectancy and much more. I will always remember when I had Chinese high school students who lived with me, and they had never repeat never seen the stars or the moon because of air pollution. First the city must do its job of lobbying the legislature to agree. The community and residents would also see an improvement in overall physical and mental health, as residents would no longer be left in isolation and confined to their current footprint. Our community journalism helps inform you through a range of diverse voices. Thanks to a delay in receiving 2020 Census data followed by a court challenge to new North Carolina congressional maps, weve seen election deadlines and voting dates pushed back multiple times.