Commissioner (District 1)· 2018–present (cycle default: NC terms begin first Monday in December)
Elaine Powell
Mecklenburg County
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At a glance
- News mentions
- 0
Voice
- Meetings spoken in
- 19
- Total speaking time
- 2:59:20
- Avg per meeting
- 9:26
- Segments
- 2813
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Top issues during term (8)(Governance)
election turnout
While voting itself is free, the low turnout means a small group of voters will decide how millions in local tax dollars get spent.
election voting
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election
There is no direct financial impact from this voter guide, though election outcomes ultimately influence local tax rates and municipal budgets.
election day
While voting itself is free, the measures and leaders you choose will directly impact your local taxes and city budget spending.
election results
While the election itself costs taxpayer money to run, the real financial impact will depend on how the new council decides to spend our tax dollars and handle the city budget.
election preview
Your property taxes and how the city spends its budget hang in the balance, making this a crucial vote for your wallet.
local elections
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municipal election
Local tax dollars fund the administration of these municipal elections, though casting your ballot doesn't cost a dime.
Decisions during term (0)
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Voting record (0)(Governance)
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