Two For Tuesday | October 24, 2023
1. Local Leadership Picks
Election Day for the 2023 municipal elections is just two weeks away, but early voting has already begun. Click the graphic above to view our “2023 Key Candidate Political Guide.” Here are links to voter information for some of the surrounding counties:
My take: During the Primary Election voter turnout in the City of Charlotte was less than 5% and not much better for the rest of the region. I can’t emphasize enough the importance of getting out to vote. It’s not just your right, it’s your duty and your obligation. All races are important, but there are three of major significance:
- Charlotte City Council (District 6) – Council Member Tariq Bokhari is running for re-election in a contest against an opponent he defeated by less than 400 votes the last time around. He is a common-sense voice on council and a smart, innovative thinker. He’s the kind of leader we need as Charlotte charts its course for the next 20 or 30 years.
- Mooresville (Mayor) – Chris Carney is running for Mayor in the open seat being vacated by Miles Atkins. Carney is well liked in the community and retains a number of strong relationships in the General Assembly where he served for several years. He has the type of “can do” personality and leadership style that will propel Mooresville into the next decade as the Town determines where and how it wants to embrace change and grow into the future.
- Waxhaw (Mayor) – Mayor Ron Pappas is running for re-election as the Mayor of Waxhaw. During his time leading the Town, he has used his knowledge and experience to implement systems and processes that have upgraded the overall livability and financial health of the Town. Ron supports managed growth, municipal cooperation, and consistently challenges those who want to shut and lock the door to future economic development.
2. New Thoughts on the Run: A Once in a Generation Opportunity to Advance Housing Affordability for Charlotte
I love sharing news about something good. Especially when it touches on something REBIC is working so hard to promote and move forward.
Following years and years of audible cries from the community about the growing lack of affordable housing, or “housing that is affordable,” the City of Charlotte is in the process of applying for $10 million Grant from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) aptly entitled “Pathways to Removing Obstacles to Housing (PRO HOUSING)”. Click here to read more…
Executive Director, REBIC
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