North Carolina Record
Charlotte

City Officials

Elected officials for Charlotte — their promises, tenure record, and accountability.

City Council

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James "Smuggie" Mitchell Jr.

Mayor Pro Tem

2022–2027 (cycle default: NC terms begin first Monday in December)

1 news mention
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Dimple Ajmera

Council Member

2017–2027 (cycle default: NC terms begin first Monday in December)

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LaWana Mayfield

Council Member

2022–2027 (cycle default: NC terms begin first Monday in December)

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Victoria Watlington

Council Member

2019–2027 (cycle default: NC terms begin first Monday in December)

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Danté Anderson

Council Member

2022–2027 (cycle default: NC terms begin first Monday in December)

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Malcolm Graham

Council Member

2019–2027 (cycle default: NC terms begin first Monday in December)

Malcolm Graham's platform and public engagement focus heavily on transportation and infrastructure concerns, notably opposing the current I-77 highway designs. He has also announced his intention to forgo another term on the City Council to explore a run for the office of Mayor of Charlotte.

1 campaign promise2 news mentions
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Joi Mayo

Council Member

2025–2027 (cycle default: NC terms begin first Monday in December)

Joi Mayo's campaign focused on pushing for change and addressing practical improvements and repairs needed in west Charlotte. As a newly elected council member, her platform centers on addressing local grievances and improving city services.

1 campaign promise24 news mentions
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Reneé Perkins Johnson

Council Member

2019–2027 (cycle default: NC terms begin first Monday in December)

3 news mentions
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JD Mazuera Arias

Council Member

2025–2027 (cycle default: NC terms begin first Monday in December)

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Kimberly Owens

Council Member

2025–2027 (cycle default: NC terms begin first Monday in December)

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Ed Driggs

Council Member

2013–2027 (cycle default: NC terms begin first Monday in December)

Ed Driggs campaigned for reelection to the Charlotte City Council positioning himself as a 'true conservative' representing South Charlotte. The provided articles do not contain detailed policy proposals or specific campaign promises beyond his ideological framing as a conservative incumbent.

1 campaign promise
Former Officials (6)