She was elected to the North Carolina Court of Appeals in 2020. We will commit in writing to support local police departments by agreeing to house arrestees pre-arraignment. I secured over $14 million in state funding for Dukes County Sheriff's Office, including $6 million allocated for future repair and replacement of our aging facilities, to include housing units for females. District 104: Brandon Lofton (Democratic incumbent) v. Don Pomeroy (Republican) Administrative Office of the Courts last year. There is no Republican candidate in the race. We will ensure gender equality so that female inmates have the same access to treatment and programming as males, and we will institute specific programming for veterans, recognizing that those who have served and were once prepared to make the ultimate sacrifice for our nation face unique challenges. District 1:The district covers parts of Uptown, and neighborhoods just to the North, East and South, including Plaza Midwood, Dilworth, Druid Hills and NoDa. This is Puckett's fourth time as a mayoral. You have been subscribed to WBUR Today. The district leans heavily Democrat, with 64% of the votes in its precincts going to Joe Biden in 2020. And heres the important thing: This is a living and breathing guide, which was published in April. Bristol County has the highest rate of recidivism in the state. Mecklenburg County Board of Commissioners (At-Large) Democrats: Jennifer De La Jara Republicans: Tatyana Thulien We will be a community partner by ensuring climate friendly decisions including solar power and electric vehicles. Heres more on each candidate. State Sen. Sawyer is running unopposed for this seat which covers Iredell County and parts of Cornelius and Huntersville. Of note: Were also watching the race for District 73, a redrawn swing district in Cabarrus County. She has two decades of experience include a, Allen is a former Marine who was appointed. We have done our best to represent each candidate in a fair and reasonable way based on candidates responses to our questionnaire and in public statements. Prior to joining WFAE, Steve worked at the Charlotte Observer, where he started on the business desk, then covered politics extensively as the Observers lead city government reporter. All of the Democratic candidates are current or former council members, and one is a former mayor who spent time in jail on corruption charges. Information on where to vote, the candidates, how to vote and more. Garry McFadden has two challengers both former sheriffs employees. Huffman, who hasnt formally filed, unsuccessfully challenged U.S. Rep. Ted Budd in the 2020 general election. District 3: Gregory Dee Rankin (Democrat and member of CMS Equity Committee) versus Steven Rushing (Democrat) They're also the first since the 2020 census, which means there are new congressional districts. Hes raised by the far the most money, with more than $137,000 this election. District 4: Carol Sawyer (Democrat incumbent), Stephanie Sneed (Democrat and former chair of the Black Political Caucus of Charlotte-Mecklenburg), Clara Kennedy Witherspoon (Democrat and retired CMS employee), Go deeper: The school board race in east Mecklenburg County is a fight over data, District 5: Lisa Cline (Republican and retired CMS assistant principal) versus Trent Merchant (unaffiliated executive search consultant, former teacher, high school theatre director and school board member) But we do know now that at least for 2022, Mecklenburg will be divided into two districts: the 12th and the 14th. About Peter J. Koutoujian: Im the current sheriff as well as a former public defender, prosecutor and legislator. Emry and Merriweather participated in the Sarah Stevenson Tuesday Forum last month, which you can watch, Oseguera boasts being a bilingual Spanish speaker as one of her qualifications. He says staffing in the sheriffs domestic violence unit has not kept up with the areas population growth. The Charlotte Democrat and daughter of former Gov. District 2:Incumbent Malcolm Graham faces challengers Kendrick Cunningham, an activist, and Seversville neighborhood advocate Amar Johnson in the Democratic primary for the district covering much of west Charlotte. Oct. 20: One-stop, in-person early voting period begins. There are six Democrats for three at-large seats. Entries were lightly edited to meet style guidelines by The Associated Press, and incorrect claims were addressed in an attached editor's note. MinnPost photo by Bill Kelley June 30, 2022 The three candidates vying to be the next sheriff. There are no Republicans running. Why it matters:Today Charlotte voters will select everything from their next U.S. Charlotte City Council at-largeWe believe the foursome of Dimple Ajmera, Larken Egleston, James Mitchell and Braxton Winston is the most capable and accountable representatives for a city facing challenges from public safety to economic inequity. 1 priority is staffing and safety. Nov. 5: Early voting ends. Editors note: This story was originally published on Sept. 28, and we updated it Nov. 4. Mobleys experience extends beyond law. The most significant is the GOP primary in the 11th District in the mountains, where seven Republicans are trying to defeat first-term Rep. Madison Cawthorn. There are things currently done that dont have anything to do with running a jail. Leigh Altman and Pat Cotham are seeking reelection. They entered their dogs in fights and watched them die. Several Democratic candidates are running forN.C. District Court Judge in District 26: Seat 18: Cecila Oseguerafaces Keith S. Smith. The question in Novembers general election will be whether Republicans can win any of them back. But in the 2012 presidential election, Barack Obama won the precincts in what is now the 14th by about 3 points. All arrest/warrant inquiries can be submitted to the Public Information Office mcsopublicinformation@mecknc.gov and will be processed as soon as data is available or Individuals can call Arrest Processing to look up and verify warrants until the online system is restored, 980-314-5100. Charlotte Agenda is now Axios Charlotte -. By the numbers:Mecklenburg County has just under788,000 registered voters, and of that, 42.5% are registered Democrat, 20.6% are registered Republican and 36.2% are registered unaffiliated. But in terms of fundraising and name recognition, its really a four-person race. 1 priority will be to motivate and encourage staff. Election Day. Jim Hunt, faces cardiologistRusso. 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 Id like to prevent people from coming to jail by combating some of the social issues that make them come to jail, such as substance use (and) () behavioral health issues, Hicks said. Since publication, Rodney Moore (who was indicted in a campaign finance probe in 2019)has dropped out of the District 112 race. Charlotte would greatly benefit with a responsible champion for such policy. What are Cocchi's top priorities for the office? U.S. Rep. Ted Budd is leading former Gov. The county's current sheriff is Garry McFadden, who ran unopposed in the 2018 general election. Potts is a retired state trooper who serves as a reserve police officer for the town of Cleveland. 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But many of those new faces could be old familiar faces, too. And this comes as the County Commission is increasingly vocal about CMS going back to a decision last year to withhold $56 million in funding. (Democratic incumbent) is running unopposed. With the stable foundation we have created during my first term, I have a clear vision for the future. Mecklenburg County Sheriff Garry McFadden held on to his seat Tuesday, receiving 51% of the vote in the Democratic primary. The focus remains on Republican candidates here: Wilson-based Beth Freshwater Smith, who focuses on juvenile justice, faces Donna Stroud, the currentChief Judge on the North Carolina Court of Appeals,in District 09. Challenger Tim Emry, a criminal defense attorney and a co-founder of Decarcerate Mecklenburg, is pursuing a more progressive tack of ending mass incarceration policy and never seeking the death penalty. Democrats: Cheri Beasley is the frontrunner here. Neighborhood improvement bonds $29.8 million. State Rep. Brown is running for his second term against Robinson for the district that covers Steele Creek and south Charlotte. Nov. 1: Deadline to submit an absentee ballot request. There are also guaranteed to be two new members, from Districts 1 and 5. We believe that by excelling in our efforts both behind the walls of the institutions and in the streets of the communities we serve, we are putting the public first and injecting equity into our communities by offering opportunities. District 98: John Bradford III (Republican incumbent) v. Christy Clark (Democrat) Why it matters: While high-profile races like the U.S. Senate are garnering the most attention, local leaders make the largest impact on our everyday lives, from setting property tax rates to responding to the pandemic. GOP leaders may move to restrict abortion if they do so. District 5: Five Democrats are vying for Newtons seat in east Charlotte: Curtis Hayes Jr., an activist who went viral during the George Floyd protests, realtor Liz Millsaps Haigler, Marjorie Molina (a member of the citys Equitable Development Commission), Mamas Caribbean Grill owner Vinroy Reid and Mark Vincent. Brad Potts, a Republican, formally added his name to the crowded Rowan County Sheriffs race. City Council District 5Among five candidates running in the Democratic primary, Marjorie Molina, a longtime activist and volunteer with community groups such as the Equitable Development Commission, is our choice. Find your Election Day polling place using this link. Incumbents Altman and Cotham are proven public servants who are accountable advocates of Mecklenburg's interests while Mr. Griffin, a former Charlotte-Mecklenburg school board member, has an even longer track record of the same commitment. District Attorney Spencer Merriweather and Mecklenburg County Sheriff Garry McFadden, both Democrats, are both running unopposed. North Carolina Senate districts in the Charlotte area. Sease and Eddinger are joined by incumbent Republicans Beth Dixon and James Randolph. Incumbent sheriff Gary McFadden faces two Democratic challengers: Aujiena (Gina) Hicks and Marquis Robinson. We will remain diligent in seeking out and implementing national best practices in order to provide the best services available to those in our care. Voters overwhelmingly approved another $50 million in 2020. Find more information about each list type below. City Council District 3We recommend Victoria Watlington to continue as representative of sprawling District 3, which has undergone tremendous change in recent years. Hicks is the first African American woman to seek election for this office. With several council members not running for reelection, including mayor pro tem Julie Eiselt, there will be at least a few new faces on council next term. Incumbent Sheriff Garry McFadden, a former homicide detective who once had his own television show, has served as sheriff for four years, and is seeking a second term. The winner will likely face Democrat Cheri Beasley in November. Critics say that hurts inmates, families, The Charlotte Observer, Nov. 26, 2017, Inmates get more video visits, but Meck sheriffs opponents say its still not enough, The Charlotte Observer, Feb. 28, 2018. Incumbent Spencer Merriweather faces Democratic opponent and former public defender Tim Emry. State Sen.Waddell is running for her fifth term to represent District 40, which includes Mint Hill and northeast Charlotte. They grew up in Springfield, Illinois and attended school at SIU Carbondale. Two Democrats running to unseat their former boss and a member of their own party in the Mecklenburg County Sheriffs race say their chief concern is the recent exodus of jail employees. Here are his plans. What are Hodgson's top priorities for the office? Candidate filing for the 2022 election will continue until noon on Friday. Horch, Reynolds and Shook all bring experience to contest By Becca Robbins, Columbian staff reporter Published: July 23, 2022, 3:31pm 4 Photos John Horch, from left, Rey Reynolds and David Shook. Charlotte City Council districts. Unaffiliated voters just became the largest group of registered voters in the state. [12] Walker opted to retire from the House and not run for reelection in 2020 because his district was made much more favorable to the Democratic Party after redistricting. Now two NC men face prison. While Im immensely proud of these programs, I also believe that you shouldnt have to come to jail to get good treatment. Two district seats on the commission have primary contests. Copyright The Charlotte Post 2023 | Policy and User Agreement | Website by Accrisoft, News - The Lead: A newsletter with local impact, Health - Fit: A healthy start to the week, Soccer - Charlotte soccer on and off the pitch, Our endorsements for the 2022 municipal primary elections, Published Wednesday, April 27, 2022 11:20 am. Mecklenburg County commissioners at largeWe believe the trio of Leigh Altman, Pat Cotham and Arthur Griffin is the strongest combination possible to the boards at-large contingent. Candidate filing for the 2022 election will continue until noon on Friday. We have multi-faceted, evidence-based programming offering a multitude of different paths to long-term recovery. $173,168 Total . The Mecklenburg County Sheriff's Office continues to work diligently during the global pandemic to serve the community as well as transport residents inside of our facilities safely. Chief Judge on the North Carolina Court of Appeals. Her opponent is Peacock, a former army officer. Democratic candidates Roy H. Wiggins and David H. Strickland are competing for N.C. Superior Court Judge 26D. County Commission districts. candidates in the 2022 Congressional races, in their own words, Mass. We will remain focused on re-entry services not only inside our facilities but also in our community-based centers by bringing new and enhanced programs and opportunities for those in need. Check your precinct location, or view a detailed map of all precincts. Preview your ballot: Head to the states voter registration lookup, search your name and scroll until you see a heading titled YOUR SAMPLE BALLOT. Click the link under Your Sample Ballot(s).. But nationally, school board races are becoming increasingly politically divisive with issues such as book bans at the forefront. The other five are either current or former council members running for the at-large seats. Heres what to know, RELATED: North Carolinas May 17 primary will help determine the state legislatures future, Chase Elliott out of NASCAR indefinitely after tibia surgery, Tom Sizemore, 'Saving Private Ryan' actor, has died at 61, CMS plans best use of federal COVID aid windfall in the year left to spend it, What's making us happy: A guide to your weekend listening and viewing. But the 2016 police killing of Keith Lamont Scott prompted a call for action on the citys inequities, and leaders raised the amount from $15 million to $50 million in 2018. Shes challenged by Clementi. Greg Hannold; Rowan County Sheriffs Detective and Rowan-Salisbury Schools Board of Education member Travis Allen; and trucking company owner Jack Eller from Woodleaf. This story was originally published April 21, 2022, 9:00 AM. Standing served as a prosecutor in Mecklenburg County. because of census delays, will also be held on this day. Click on a name below to read the candidate's response to WBUR's questionnaire. This Charlotte cemetery has been neglected for years. While resources and staffing are perennial issues facing any large agency, we continue to be innovative and imaginative in how we can best provide care for those in our custody. She worked closely with other sheriffs offices as well as the Massachusetts Sheriffs Association. Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window), Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window), Trump announces third White House campaign, Rowan County voters re-elect three BOE members, two newcomers, Republican Ted Budd wins North Carolinas U.S. Senate race, Edds, Greene and Klusman re-elected for Rowan County Commission, each will serve third term. Charlotte and Mecklenburg elections who's running: NC Supreme Court Seat 03: Lucy Inman (D), Richard Dietz (R) NC Supreme Court Seat 05: Samuel Ervin IV (D), April C. Wood (R), Trey Allen (R). This is one of the most interesting races of the year, from campaign finance reports to how much the real estateindustry donates to their campaigns. Why fans love it. Im proud to work alongside these folks and intend to continue hiring, training and retaining the type of talented employees who have launched our agency as a national leader in corrections. Robert Luna, the former Long Beach police chief, is running against incumbent Alex Villanueva. Mecklenburg Soil and Water Conservation District Supervisor. Courtesy of the Mecklenburg County Board of Elections. He hasnt raised much money, but he already has high name recognition. Whats happening:Campaign season is in full swing and Election Day is today. Seat 19:Assistant public defender Belal Elrahal is running against Mecklenburg County magistrateSamantha C. Mobley. District 37: Vickie Sawyer (Republican) Oct. 20-Nov. 5: Early voting for the general election. Natalie Anderson covers the city of Salisbury, politics and more for the Salisbury Post. Join the 119,452 smart Charlotteans that receive our daily newsletter. Republicans: Andrew Huffman, former Salisbury city council candidate Nalini Joseph and real estate investor Tyler Lee. Specific areas include, but are not limited to, providing services for those suffering from substance use disorders and/or mental health concerns, offering educational and vocational training, and an expanded effort for successful inmate re-entry upon release in partnership with local community providers. Perhaps the most talked-about local race is for the four at-large seats on Charlotte City Council. However, for those that have already experienced incarceration, my job is to start their reentry journey on day one. (Democrat and former Charlotte City Council member) is running unopposed. Yes 6. About Natalie Anderson Natalie Anderson covers the city of Salisbury, politics and more for the Salisbury Post. He said they are working on recruitment and retention efforts and in the meantime they have hired private security to help make up the difference. She spent seven years with Bank of America and three years with Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation. Former state Supreme Court chief justiceBeasley faces current U.S. House Rep.Budd in one of the most competitive races in the nation as Democrats and Republicans vie for control of the U.S. Senate. Former U.S. Representative Mark Walker was the first major candidate to announce his candidacy, on December 1, 2020. While high-profile races like the U.S. Senate are garnering the most attention, local leaders make the largest impact on our everyday lives, from setting property tax rates to responding to the pandemic. The idea is for officers and the trainees they usher into the hiring process to develop mentoring relationships. District 112: Tricia Cotham (Democrat) v. Tony Long (Republican) A blue wave swept the County Commission in 2018, leaving all nine seats held by Democrats. 2018 Nov. 8: Election Day. Thanks to a delay in receiving 2020 Census data followed by a court challenge to new North Carolina congressional maps, we've seen election deadlines and voting dates pushed back . We will end the agreement between the Barnstable County Sheriff's Office and ICE. It will include all of Rowan, Davidson, Stanly, Montgomery, Union and Anson counties and parts of Cabarrus and Richmond counties. Mecklenburg County Board of Education districts. Thats doubled this year to 42,122. What does Cocchi consider the key issues in this race? She deserves re-election. Were encouraged that both candidates are committed to the equitable pursuit of justice, but were siding with Mr. Merriweathers steady approach. And like many races, this will be pretty much decided Tuesday. District 88: Mary Belk (Democratic incumbent) v. Anne Marie Peacock (Republican) Hicks was fired by McFadden in 2019. In a follow-up email to the Observer, Robinson clarified that the unit was staffed by two deputies per shift. The race to fill incumbent U.S. Sen. Richard Burrs seat is shaping up to be one of the most-watched in the nation. A few have primary contests. They are vying to replace David Price, who is retiring. State Rep. Belk is seeking reelection for a district that includes south and west Charlotte near the airport. The shifts:District 5 is open because representative Matt Newton is running for district court judge.
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