The $2-billion budget is an increase of $105 million, or 5.5 percent, over the current fiscal year 2021 operating budget. TheMecklenburg Sheriff primaries will take place on May 17th. Five Democrats are vying for Newtons seat in east Charlotte: Three Democrats are trying to unseat incumbent Republican, There will be at least one new at-large member on the commission, as Ella Scarborough, who is on. State Sen. Sawyer is running unopposed for this seat which covers Iredell County and parts of Cornelius and Huntersville. With the stable foundation we have created during my first term, I have a clear vision for the future. Autry is running unopposed for his fourth term in this east Charlotte district. He said that during his time in the sheriffs office, domestic violence victims would frequently have problems enforcing restraining orders because the sheriffs office failed to serve the papers to the alleged abuser. Over recent months, McFadden has pledged to correct issues following critical state inspection reports but has been challenged both in hiring enough staff and reducing the number of people housed in the jail. Charlottes unaffiliated voter population has boomed. We encourage you to do your own research, or better yet, reach out directly to candidates and ask why they deserve your vote. Charlotte and Mecklenburg elections who's running: NC Supreme Court Seat 03: Lucy Inman (D), Richard Dietz (R) NC Supreme Court Seat 05: Samuel Ervin IV (D), April C. Wood (R), Trey Allen (R). Courtesy of the Mecklenburg County Board of Elections. Of note: Were also watching the race for District 73, a redrawn swing district in Cabarrus County. A primary was scheduled for May 17, 2022. Hand will run for south Charlotte council seat, setting up possible Bokhari rematch, NC candidate backed by Mark Meadows facing federal charge over campaign donation, With two tight races certified, NC Republicans fall one vote short of total control, Research candidates on 2022 primary ballots in Charlotte, Mecklenburg, Want to vote in the 2022 midterm election? You have been subscribed to WBUR Today. They reported on police accountability and LGBTQ immigration barriers for the Pulitzer Center on Crisis Reporting. I am honored to be the 2022 Democratic nominee for Dukes County Sheriff. District 3: Incumbent Victoria Watlington has one primary opponent, Tiawana Deling Brown, who founded a nonprofit for formerly incarcerated women. Editors note: This article has been updated to show that Greg Phipps is serving on city council at-large now, not as the District 4 representative, and Roy H. Wiggins is a currentdistrict court judge. Find your Election Day polling place using this link. We need to make sure there is enough reoffending-reducing programming for inmates and make sure the programs work, doing more of what works and reforming what doesn't. District 1: Democratic incumbent Elaine Powell versus Ross Monks, a Republican and veteran. About Robert Ogden: My entire professional life has been with the Dukes County Sheriff's Office, spanning a 32-year career in corrections, culminating in being elected sheriff in 2016. District 14: Jeff Jackson (Democrat) v. Pat Harrigan (Republican), District 12:Alma Adams (Democrat) v. Tyler Lee (Republican). We increased employee incomes across the board and introduced wellness programming. Mecklenburg commissioners District 2 She spent seven years with Bank of America and three years with Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation. Lucille Puckett, left, completes candidate paperwork to run for Charlotte mayor at the Mecklenburg County Board of Elections on Feb. 24, 2022. Your vote may decide whether Mecklenburg County helps deport undocumented immigrants, The Charlotte Observer, Feb. 7, 2018, Mecklenburg jail visits are now solely by video. The Mecklenburg County Sheriff's Office continues to work diligently during the global pandemic to serve the community as well as transport residents inside of our facilities safely. Challenger Tim Emry, a criminal defense attorney and a co-founder of Decarcerate Mecklenburg, is pursuing a more progressive tack of ending mass incarceration policy and never seeking the death penalty. She. As seen on Tuesday, May 31, 2022. Holding both master's and bachelor's degrees in criminal justice, Coppinger is also a graduate of the FBI National Academy in Quantico, Virginia. The sheriff's responsibility is care and custody of inmates. By submitting this form, you are agreeing to receive periodic updates from People Power and other ACLU channels. You can read more at. Axios Charlotte is a local news initiative. Incumbents Altman and Cotham are proven public servants who are accountable advocates of Mecklenburg's interests while Mr. Griffin, a former Charlotte-Mecklenburg school board member, has an even longer track record of the same commitment. Calendar of Events View upcoming election events, dates, and deadlines. County Commission districts. Investing in correction, treatment and rehabilitation is the only approach that will truly make our community stronger and everyone safer. Her opponent is Peacock, a former army officer. Budd has the endorsement of former President Donald Trump, and recently McCrory has honed in on Budds comments praising Vladimir Putins intelligence. But in the Charlotte area, its pretty quiet. And like many races, this will be pretty much decided Tuesday. The district covers parts of Uptown, and neighborhoods just to the North, East and South, including Plaza Midwood, Dilworth, Druid Hills and NoDa. Gena Hicks and Marquis Robinson say McFaddens mismanaged the detention centers. Thats doubled this year to 42,122. Hicks was fired by McFadden in 2019. He faces no primary or general election opponents. These programs have substantially reduced recidivism, with their results being published in academic journals, featured by national news outlets and labeled as best practices by multiple presidential administrations. State of play: We broke down key races to watch this primary election season. General Counsel for the N.C. And in the new 14th District, Democrat Jeff Jackson is heavily favored. State Sen. Marcus is fighting for a third term against challenger Leone. Charlotte Agenda is now Axios Charlotte -. Voters overwhelmingly approved another $50 million in 2020. We note below if the candidate failed to return our questionnaire. Seat 01: Mecklenburg CountymagistrateChristopher Bazzle faces Shante Burke-Hayer, who practices family law. Staff are scheduled to work on regular schedules on opposite shifts. District 6:Strain (Republican incumbent), Summer Nunn (Democrat, marketing executive and CMS parent), Michael Watson (Democrat and CMS parent). 5, 6 "Inmates get more video visits, but Meck sheriff's . District 2:Incumbent Malcolm Graham faces challengers Kendrick Cunningham, an activist, and Seversville neighborhood advocate Amar Johnson in the Democratic primary for the district covering much of west Charlotte. District 5: Five Democrats are vying for Newtons seat in east Charlotte: Curtis Hayes Jr., an activist who went viral during the George Floyd protests, realtor Liz Millsaps Haigler, Marjorie Molina (a member of the citys Equitable Development Commission), Mamas Caribbean Grill owner Vinroy Reid and Mark Vincent. Check back for updates and additions throughout election season. Our dedicated staff work challenging jobs on behalf of the greater good. Mecklenburg Soil and Water Conservation District Supervisor. Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window), Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window), Trump announces third White House campaign, Rowan County voters re-elect three BOE members, two newcomers, Republican Ted Budd wins North Carolinas U.S. Senate race, Edds, Greene and Klusman re-elected for Rowan County Commission, each will serve third term. What are Heroux's top priorities for the office?1) I want to make sure that inmates are participating in programs that will reduce recidivism. Primary election season is underway in Mecklenburg County, and in assembling our endorsements, were reminded that in a climate of political sniping and cynicism, voters ultimately determine the kind of government we live with. District 92: Terry Brown Jr. (Democratic incumbent) v. Mario Robinson Sr. (Republican) no candidate has the total necessary to become the nominee. ssistant federal public defender, Legal Aid attorney and private practice. Find more information about each list type below. Republicans: Former Charlotte mayor and governor Pat McCrory and U.S. Rep. Ted Budd are trading punches at the top. Nov. 1: Deadline to submit an absentee ballot request. Nancy Carter: current vice chair of the Board of Supervisors for the Mecklenburg Soil and Water Conservation District. As voters, we are on the hook for electing representatives and holding them accountable. Context: Democrats took full control of the Mecklenburg Board of County Commissioners in the blue wave of 2018, and are looking to hold onto that this year. Published 9:47 pm Saturday, February 26, 2022. She said that leadership now is unresponsive and unreceptive to the needs of staff. That means shared accountability. You can view an interactive map of City Council district boundaries here. Specific areas include, but are not limited to, providing services for those suffering from substance use disorders and/or mental health concerns, offering educational and vocational training, and an expanded effort for successful inmate re-entry upon release in partnership with local community providers. Join the 119,452 smart Charlotteans that receive our daily newsletter. Of note: Absentee ballots will be counted if they are postmarked by Election Day. He hasnt raised much money, but he already has high name recognition. A member of the executive leadership team, she was involved in all aspects of the sheriffs office operations. Barbara Bleiweis: Current chairwoman of the Board of Supervisors. Jim Hunt announced her candidacy Wednesday. We believe that by excelling in our efforts both behind the walls of the institutions and in the streets of the communities we serve, we are putting the public first and injecting equity into our communities by offering opportunities. And then. Also, for everyone who has gripes about the way the state legislature is run, this is your time to vote to change it. We will continue to look at the "root causes" of crime and what factors play a role with those involved in the justice system. Registered Voters February 25, 2023 Search Weekly Registration Numbers Sorted by demographics Keep Informed Voter Search Find your voter registration information, voting sites, sample ballot and more. , there will be at least a few new faces on council next term. Leigh Altman and Pat Cotham are seeking reelection. Also on Friday, former Republican Gov. There are things currently done that dont have anything to do with running a jail. Filing continues until noon March 4. Were encouraged that both candidates are committed to the equitable pursuit of justice, but were siding with Mr. Merriweathers steady approach. I believe that the best reentry is no entry into the criminal justice system. Were making endorsements in the Democratic municipal primaries, which have more competitive races than the Republicans. Telephone: (704) 222-4953 Socials: FacebookInstagram State Senate District 40 Bobbie Shields Website Email Telephone: (704) 564-3309 State Senate District 41 Bonni Leone State Senate District 42 Cheryl Russo Website Email Telephone: 704-519-9662 Socials: FacebookTwitter State House District 088 Anne Marie Peacock Website Email