} During Covid-19, several local churches quickly responded to the opportunity to help our community, they immediately began building an expansive volunteer infrastructure to assist the most vulnerable in our community. We need to support our small business owners. She is a graduate of Gardner-Webb University with an Associates's and Bachelor's degree in Nursing. $187.5/year overflow-y: hidden; Public policy. Name: Charles E. McCorkle Age: 59 Address: 437 Woodward Ridge Drive, Mount Holly NC 28120 Name: Jamie Kellon Hamilton Age: 45 Address: 101 N. McGinnis Place, Mount Holly Name: J. Jason Gowen Age: 37 Address: 313 Morning Dew Lane, Mount Holly 400 East Central Ave, PO Box 406. She married another Mount Holly native, Ronnie Harris. .votebox_legend .non_result_row { Shoemaker: I am currently a member of the Mount Holly Planningand Zoning Committee, the Mount Holly Impact Fund committee, and a member of the Gaston County Jaycees. Mount Holly is a small suburban city in northeastern Gaston County, North Carolina, United States. display: block; I have been involved with my church and their outreach and service projects in the local community, as well as being a member of the Gaston County Jaycees and serving on that board for several years. She has been very active in many county, state, and national associations including the Transportation Advisory Committee from 1996 to 2007, the North Carolina League of Municipalities Board of Directors in Raleigh from 1996 to 1998, and the Urban Open Leadership Institute in Charlotte.Current Position(s): North Carolina League of Municipalities Board of Directors, Councilman David Moore - david.moore@mtholly.usDavid is a lifelong resident of Mount Holly and a local Main Street business owner for 41 years. This is just one way among other ways to raise money. Mentored young men in the community. .inner_percentage { padding-top: 8px; Gowen: Undoubtedly growth is our single largest issue. To view meeting agendas, meetings, and our live feed, click here. $31.25/month } Early voting continues through Oct. 30. We need more industry and retail in our city. Getting Dennis Petro elected to City Council means getting proven Leadership, Integrity, Honesty and Results. I advocate to lower taxes not raise taxes! We need to support our small business owners. The committee presented their petition to council in the spring of 2015, exceeding the number of signatures needed for approval. Moore: The biggest issue facing our town today is economic development, in terms of jobs and tax base. She began work for the United States Department of Agriculture National Science Laboratory in Gastonia. On May 20, 1912, it made its first run from Charlotte to Gastonia. For a property valued at $500,000, the increase is: Fields: I will continue to promote respect, trust and safety for our citizens. - Ch lm vui v, thoi mi. padding-left: 0; Rhyne and Ambrose Costner originally owned the Mount Holly Cotton Mill. Interested residents should send a letter of interest and resume to: Kathleen D. Hoffman, Mount Holly Township, PO Box 411, Mount Holly, NJ 08060, visit Brigantine Beach Guide or email khoffman@mountholly.info . By promoting balanced businesses growth, I believe in the long run this can help the tax burden on our citizens. In 1754, a land grant was issued to James Kuykendall of Holland in the locale known as Dutchman's Creek. [7], Since 2007 National Gypsum has operated a wallboard plant in Mount Holly. } Breyare ran for re-election to the Mount Holly City Council in North Carolina. The median age was 35 years. [15], Mount Holly's historic downtown district includes several restaurants, a coffee shop, salons and retail offerings in addition to offices, banks and other businesses.[16]. Holly and their commitment to connecting community and nature. I also want to help preserve parts of our history. | Example : Bank of America Stadium. } I am also one of the chaplains for the city of Mount Holly Police Department and Senior Pastor of Wesley Chapel Holiness Church. He is a retired Real Estate Developer who specialized in Senior and Mixed-Income Housing. Fields: As a pastor in the community, I bring 27 years of strong leadership ability with strong Christian values. } } She and her husband Keith have nine children. Mount Holly requires more than physical changes to its landscape to spark revitalization: it needs community participation and the necessary skills to drive small business development and smart growth. United States. I would like to serve the community by using my experiences in business, service, volunteer work, and leadership to make a lasting positive impact in my community. } This office is outside of Ballotpedia's coverage scope and does not receive scheduled updates. Early voting continues through Oct. 30. The distinctive characteristic of this type of naming rights is that the buyer gets a marketing property to promote products and services, promote customer retention and/or increase market share. [ This section from online descriptions] Current Position(s): BOOMA (Business Owners on Main Association) liaisonCouncilwoman Christina Pawlish -christina.pawlish@mtholly.usChristina was born in Germany and grew up moving around while her father served and retired from the Army. height: 50px; Data on the results of the 2012 and 2016 presidential elections broken down by state legislative districts was compiled by Daily Kos.[2][3]. Copy and paste this code into your website. I was on the Mount Holly Impact Fund Committee. Harris: I think I have the skills of being a people person. Shoemaker: My priorities are to ensure the growth coming to our area is controlled and positive; to continue to support the arts, small businesses, and the quality of life for all of our citizens. Lilly: I am a process and system guru. What will you do to make Mount Holly a better place to live? But we need to make sure the areas we are wanting to grow in can support the new growth. .votebox-results-cell--number { Ballot measures, Who represents me? You ask10 people you will probably get10 different answers. If that plant reaches capacity then that dictates what kind of growth can come into Mount Holly. My professional experience spans 25 years and includes 15 years as a vice president for Bank of America with assignments requiring leadership proficiency in change management, restructuring, and solving complex business challenges. It was the fourth mill to be built in Gaston County and is the oldest surviving mill today. Harris: Currently I have been asked by the City Council and mayor to head up the summer concert series and I have enjoyed doing this. Christmas in Mount Holly & Annual Christmas Parade, Plan Mount Holly: A Framework for the Future, Gaston County Economic Development Commission, 400 East Central Avenue, Mount Holly, NC 28120. Christmas in Mount Holly & Annual Christmas Parade, Plan Mount Holly: A Framework for the Future, Gaston County Economic Development Commission, Police (non-emergency, if this is an emergency dial 9-1-1), Fire Department Request for Service (Community Programs), Mount Holly Community Development Foundation, Utilities (business hours) - Call (704) 827-3931, Utilities (24-hour, on-call number) - Call (980) 522-0202. The municipal election may be more than two months away, but we want to give you an early and brief introduction to the candidates running in your town. width: 100% !important; This requires action at the grassroots level and also at the highest levels of government. Through Public-Private partnerships we can have a smart, comprehensive, innovative and a common sense approach to managing and leveraging public resources. .results_row td { I also bring people skills. I have been a member of the LBA at Crossroads Wesleyan Church for 30 consecutive years, served on the Miss Mount Holly Scholarship Pageant for over 40 years, and have collectively supported 21 other organizations within the city and county. 2023 www.gastongazette.com. Current Position(s): Stowe YMCA Board, Councilman Ivory Craig, Jr. - ivory.craig@mtholly.usIvory grew up in Mount Holly where he attended Ida Rankin Elementary, Mount Holly Middle and Graduated from East Gaston High School in 2006. The role the City Hall scandal plays. Mount Holly Township | 23 Washington Street | Mount Holly, New Jersey 08060 | P . State and local courts | margin: 0; Seeing people in our downtown enjoying the music and socializing makes us know that it has been a success. position: relative; I have previously served on the Transportation Advisory Committee. My investigative mindset and curiosity comes in handy during in depth research, so Im able to make those tough decisions when its time. Bryan has more than 25 years of experience in Employee Benefits and Insurance Brokerage services. Click [show] to expand the table. 1997 Founding member of Heart of Mount Holly Downtown Redevelopment Committee, 1997 2006 Mount Holly Springfest Committee and Springfest Golf Classic director (2002 2006), Coached basketball and baseball 2003 2013, Former Mount Holly Sports Hall of Fame Committee Member, East Gaston Touchdown Club President, 2001 2003, Stuart Cramer Athletic Booster Club President, 2012 - 2016, 5-Term Mayor 2003-04 and 2009 present, Ordained deacon at Tuckaseege and Grace Baptist Church served as Chairman of the Board of Directors at Grace Baptist and currently attends First Baptist Church in Mount Holly. color: #0645ad; if(document.getElementsByClassName("reference").length==0) if(document.getElementById('Footnotes')!==null) document.getElementById('Footnotes').parentNode.style.display = 'none'; What's on my ballot? Fields: I was informed by our city officials as to what was taking place during the Black Lives Matters March's that were being planned, and was encouraged to be present in the moment. Authorizing contracts and approving formal bids on behalf of the City. I also serve on the Economic Development Committee, the ABC Board, and the Parks and Recreation Commission. This office is outside of Ballotpedia's coverage scope and does not receive scheduled updates. U.S. Congress | Their son, Garren grew up in Mount Holly and graduated from East Gaston High School. width: 90%; 2. .votebox-covid-disclaimer { The city of Mount Holly, North Carolina, held general elections for mayor and three city council seats on November 5, 2019. Mount Holly Township operates under the Faulkner Act (Council-Manager) form of municipal government. Councilwoman Harris served on the Mount Holly City Council from 1991 to 2007, serving twice as Mayor Pro Tem. We need to have the right infrastructure in place while we continue to grow. Candidate Jamie Hamilton did not respond to requests to send photos. Meadows ran for re-election to the Mount Holly City Council in North Carolina. City officials need to dedicate a portion of the land located near the center of town as a parking facility. In my opinion that is a highlight of public service but certainly not the only element. .votebox-results-metadata { [1], The following table details results of the 2012 and 2016 presidential elections by state House districts in North Carolina. Council consists of 5 members elected by the public. Click the Links Below, There is a vacant position to serve on the Planning Commission. Click here to learn more about the city's mayoral election. Actually listening to what our citizens are saying to me and trying to find a solution and not just going through the motions. Breyare lost in the general election on November 5, 2019.. The next meeting of the City Council will be March 13, 2023 at 7:00 p.m. There were 4,028 households, out of which 29.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 47.1% were married couples living together, 14.0% had a female householder with no husband present, and 34.0% were non-families. The City of Mount Holly has a Council-Manager form of government with a Mayor and six Council Members. Carolyn Holbrook Breyare was a member of the Mount Holly City Council in North Carolina. I have served on the CRO board for six years, spent four years on the Economic Development Committee, and currently serve as a volunteer firefighter in the area. .race_header.democratic { } I believe that making sure we have the infrastructure in place to handle this growth is essential to attracting the development needed to keep our city as a place where people want to live, work and play. .results_row { 626 views, 2 likes, 0 loves, 0 comments, 0 shares, Facebook Watch Videos from City of Mount Holly: City of Mount Holly was live. height: 100%; margin-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 7px; [5], According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 10.0 square miles (25.9km2), of which 9.8 square miles (25.4km2) is land and 0.19 square miles (0.5km2), or 1.98%, is water.[6]. margin-bottom: -2px !important; Hamilton: Im not sure what theNo. is to finish the Mt Holly road construction on Main Street / Highway 273 that appears to be a never ending project. 50% dependent care coverage; 401K - City contributes 5%; General Retirement - City contributes 13.04% for Police Officers; .race_footer { Improvements in the regional transportation network and the economic growth of the Charlotte-Mecklenburg area, and Mount Holly's strategic location between Charlotte and Gastonia, have created conditions for an expanding population in recent years. -2Px! important ; Hamilton: Im not sure what theNo the right infrastructure place... 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