City Officials
Elected officials for Durham — their promises, tenure record, and accountability.
City Council
Javiera Caballero
Mayor Pro Tempore2018–2027 (cycle default: NC terms begin first Monday in December)
Nate Baker
Council Member2023–2027 (cycle default: NC terms begin first Monday in December)
Nate Baker's platform focuses heavily on municipal finance, local development, and holding major tax-exempt institutions like Duke University accountable to the city of Durham. He is actively involved in debates surrounding Durham's rapid growth and urban policy.
Carl Rist
Council Member2023–2027 (cycle default: NC terms begin first Monday in December)
Matt Kopac
Council Member2025–2029 (cycle default: NC terms begin first Monday in December)
Shanetta Burris
Council Member2025–2029 (cycle default: NC terms begin first Monday in December)
Chelsea Cook
Council Member2024–2029 (cycle default: NC terms begin first Monday in December)
Former Officials (6)
DeDreana Freeman
Ward 1 Council Member2017–2025
Served until Dec 2025
Mark-Anthony Middleton
Ward 2 Council Member2017–2025
Served until Dec 2025
Pierce Freelon
Ward 3 Council Member2020–2023
Served until Dec 2023
Elaine O'Neal
Mayor2021–2023
Served until Dec 2023
Jillian Johnson
Council Member2015–2023
Served until Dec 2023
Monique Holsey-Hyman
Council Member2022–2023
Served until Dec 2023