Council Member· 2019–2027 (cycle default: NC terms begin first Monday in December)
Malcolm Graham
Charlotte
About
Malcolm Graham's platform and public engagement focus heavily on transportation and infrastructure concerns, notably opposing the current I-77 highway designs. He has also announced his intention to forgo another term on the City Council to explore a run for the office of Mayor of Charlotte.
Campaign promises (1)
- infrastructureMalcolm Graham expressed strong opposition to current I-77 designs, stating they should be 'torn up'.
Voice
- Meetings spoken in
- 26
- Total speaking time
- 3:08:45
- Avg per meeting
- 7:16
- Segments
- 3663
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Top issues during term (6)(Governance)
election administration
Doesn't cost you anything extra, but tax dollars fund the setup and staffing of these 25 voting locations.
councilmember fraud conviction
The direct hit is to federal COVID relief funds—over $146K diverted from intended use—plus prosecution and incarceration costs borne by taxpayers.
councilmember corruption case
Taxpayer money meant for pandemic relief was misused, and the case adds pressure for stronger local oversight of public funds.
council member fraud conviction
No direct city budget hit is specified, but the scandal could erode trust and invite scrutiny of council oversight.
mayoral inauguration
Right now, there's no direct hit to your wallet, but keep an eye out for how the new mayor decides to spend city cash.
mayoral election race
Expect more campaign cash and attention on housing and transit; no immediate hit to your wallet, but the next mayor’s priorities could shift how city money is spent.
Decisions during term (1)
Recorded while Graham was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
Voting record (0)(Governance)
No votes found matching Governance.