Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Hope Mills public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
3 issues in governance with high priority
Reverting to two-year terms for elected officials
The board voted 3-2 to begin reverting to two-year terms after residents said the previous board's switch to four-year terms ignored voters, who rejected the idea in 2018. Mayor Bellflowers cautioned the change won't take effect until after 2029.
Mayoral Election
Hope Mills Mayor Jessie Bellflowers barely squeaked out a win for his second term, so local government is business as usual. If you live in town, this means no big shake-ups at the top for the foreseeable future.
Election Candidates
Hope Mills is gearing up for local elections, and new voter guides are out to help you figure out who's running for the Board of Commissioners. Take a quick look so you know your options before heading to the ballot box.