Interim Mayoral Appointment

Proposed taxing the rich, increasing parks, adding traffic cameras, and addressing housing.

Highlighted her background working with vulnerable communities and emphasized the need for a welcoming, accessible city.

Stressed leadership, listening, accountability, and his background in manufacturing and coaching.

Discussed Charlotte's unprecedented population growth, infrastructure strain, and federal postal service background.

Highlighted extensive government and White House advisory experience, education from Harvard, and readiness to lead.

Emphasized her background in social work, community practice, and focus on affordable housing and safety.

Spoke about property tax pressures on longtime residents, traffic issues, and education funding.

Proposed transforming route 277 into a river and expanding public transit and rail networks.

Stressed his prior experience as a county commissioner, housing authority chair, and transit commission head.

Advocated for steady leadership, reducing political polarity, and a long-term vision culminating in the 2040 Olympics.

Highlighted her work with the Federal Reserve, GreenLight Fund, and business alliance on housing and economic mobility.

Expressed a desire to level the playing field for lower-income residents and bring grassroots communication.

Pledged a full-time commitment to the 18-month term without running in 2027, citing extensive board and academic experience.

Focused on the cost of living, economic development, environmental quality, and public safety.

Represented union workers, advocating for affordable housing and support for working families.

Offered operational execution and business management skills to help council implement its existing agenda.

Highlighted her small business background, community advocacy, and focus on youth mental health.

Emphasized approachability and community connection as a small business owner.

Citations of financial industry leadership and nonprofit management experience focused on putting people first.

Emphasized her independence as a non-politician with banking and financial management background.

Aimed to improve upward economic mobility and align council initiatives.

Pledged not to run for office in 2027, citing library board and state bar association leadership.

Focused on workforce development, robotics education, transportation, and public safety.

Highlighted his experience as Mayor Pro Tem, leadership on major projects, and collaborative relationships.

Shared her immigrant background, long-term residency, and commitment to community safety.

Emphasized project management efficiency and commitment to representing all residents.

Focused on cost of living, homelessness, and maintaining steady city governance.

Emphasized stewardship, listening, and bringing diverse perspectives together to solve challenges.

Highlighted state legislative experience, knowledge of city staff, and state-local relations.

Offered turnaround business experience and proposed forgoing the mayoral salary for district use.

Highlighted his experience as Planning Commission chair and background in land use, software, and community relations.

Stressed financial oversight, CPA background, and risk management experience for the interim term.