James West

District 5 Council Member

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At a glance

News mentions: 2

Term ending Nov 30, 2023.

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Top issues during term (1)(Education)

high↓Oct 2023[0]

smoke/vape shop zoning ban near schools

Local businesses looking to open near schools will have to look elsewhere, which could affect their setup costs and potential customer base.

Decisions during term (0)

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In the news (2)

Raleigh News & ObserverNov 3, 2026

Triangle reservoirs see lowest water levels of 2026 as drought intensifies

INDY WeekOct 29, 2025