State Sen.Waddell is running for her fifth term to represent District 40, which includes Mint Hill and northeast Charlotte. This story was originally published April 21, 2022, 9:00 AM. Can you vote in North Carolina with a criminal record? This will include elevating inmate services to an executive level position, treating rehabilitation as an equal partner with safety and security; designing pre-release programming so that inmates about to be released are prepared to return to their communities; implementing internal addiction and mental health treatment programs which are linked to the non-profit, clinical and medical community on the outside so that inmates have a continuum of care after being released; reviving important programs like community work crews and the sheriffs tent, efforts that not only provided inmates with important training and community engagement, but benefitted the communities and non-profits in every corner of Cape Cod. Mecklenburg Board of County Commissioners. By submitting this form, you are agreeing to receive periodic updates from People Power and other ACLU channels. 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 Attorney Spencer Merriweather has a primary challenger running to his left. [12] Walker opted to retire from the House and not run for reelection in 2020 because his district was made much more favorable to the Democratic Party after redistricting. Public safety is the number one issue for the sheriff's office. There are no Republicans in the race. Administrative Office of the Courts last year. Salisbury attorney Chris Sease, another Republican, also filed Friday for an open seat on the court. So depending on the national mood this fall, Republicans could put money in the 14th District if they think a large enough red wave is coming. Paid for by American Civil Liberties Union, Inc. and not authorized by any candidate or candidate's agent or committee. , there will be at least a few new faces on council next term. The sheriff's responsibility is care and custody of inmates. Freelance journalist Jesse Remedios contributed to this reporting. January 11, 2022 Aujiena Hicks, a veteran law-enforcement officer, announced Monday that she will run for the office of Mecklenburg County Sheriff the first Black woman to seek that post. 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. What are Koutoujian's top priorities for the office? North Carolina Senate districts in the Charlotte area. 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). Hes raised by the far the most money, with more than $137,000 this election. U.S. Rep. Ted Budd, a Republican from Davie County, is seeking the U.S. Senate seat and received an early endorsement from former President Donald Trump last summer. District 39: DeAndrea Salvador (Democratic incumbent) v. Mark Robeson (Republican) There are six Democrats for three at-large seats. Were making endorsements in the Democratic municipal primaries, which have more competitive races than the Republicans. About Robert Ogden: My entire professional life has been with the Dukes County Sheriffs Office, spanning a 32-year career in corrections, culminating in being elected sheriff in 2016. Lucille Puckett, left, completes candidate paperwork to run for Charlotte mayor at the Mecklenburg County Board of Elections on Feb. 24, 2022. Lauren Hoben, another Salisbury attorney, is a Republican challenger for the court. A member of the executive leadership team, she was involved in all aspects of the sheriffs office operations. The current approach is not keeping people as safe as they could be. This Charlotte cemetery has been neglected for years. I hold degrees from Harvard Universitys Kennedy School of Government (MPA), the New England School of Law (JD), and Bridgewater State University (BS). 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. because of census delays, will also be held on this day. You must be in line to vote by 7:30pm. District 101: Carolyn G. Logan (Democratic incumbent) v. Steve Mauney (Republican) Who are they? He earned his bachelor's degree in government from Western New England University and his masters in business administration from Elms College. State House Rep. Hunt, daughter of former Gov. To cast an informed ballot, make sure you know where the candidates stand on key civil liberties and civil rights issues. 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 plans to change this, she said. So we have to motivate our staff so they stop leaving.. Mecklenburg County commissioners at largeWe believe the trio of Leigh Altman, Pat Cotham and Arthur Griffin is the strongest combination possible to the boards at-large contingent. Both ran for the same seat in 2020. The sheriff is one of the most powerful elected officials in L.A. County. Incumbent Sheriff Garry McFadden, a former homicide detective who once had his own television show, has served as sheriff for four years, and is seeking a second term. As his proudest accomplishment, McFadden said it is earning and maintaining the trust of the citizens who elected me as their sheriff and becoming the first African American sheriff (in Mecklenburg) who is progressive, passionate and proven.. That means shared accountability. When inmates get the treatment they need the likelihood of them reoffending when they are released is lower. Heres more on each candidate. But in terms of fundraising and name recognition, its really a four-person race. At-large (vote for three): Pat Cotham (Democratic incumbent), Leigh Altman (Democratic incumbent), Arthur Griffin Jr. (Democrat and former school board member) and Tatyana Thulien (Republican and nonprofit leader of United Communities . Democrats: Rep. Alma Adams is running for reelection here in a district that now covers the northern portion of Mecklenburg County and some of Cabarrus County. These materials are not authorized by any candidate or candidates' committee. candidates in the 2022 Congressional races, in their own words, Mass. The idea is for officers and the trainees they usher into the hiring process to develop mentoring relationships. In less than a year, five people have died in the Mecklenburg County Detention Center and in three of those cases, the state determined the jail violated safety precautions, including having adequate staff. Also, for everyone who has gripes about the way the state legislature is run, this is your time to vote to change it. All arrest/warrant inquiries can be submitted to the Public Information Office [email protected] and will be processed as soon as data is available or Individuals can call Arrest Processing to look up and verify warrants until the online system is restored, 980-314-5100. $173,168 Total . About Nick Cocchi: Nick Cocchi began his career as a correctional officer with the Hampden County Sheriffs Office, working his way through the ranks to be elected as sheriff. Find more information about each list type below. GOP leaders may move to restrict abortion if they do so. Democrats: Cheri Beasley is the frontrunner here. We must continue the progress made last term; we improved the safety of our community through a completely updated communications system and increased transparency through public safety advisory board committees. Staff are scheduled to work on regular schedules on opposite shifts. But will that translate into more people voting overall or are voters just now used to voting early? At-large (vote for three): Pat Cotham (Democratic incumbent), Leigh Altman (Democratic incumbent), Arthur Griffin Jr. (Democrat and former school board member) and Tatyana Thulien (Republican and nonprofit leader of United Communities Association). She will also be up against one of two Republican candidates in the general election. Incumbent sheriff Gary McFadden faces two Democratic challengers: nd Marquis Robinson. Nov. 1: Deadline to submit an absentee ballot request. And then there are two candidates who come from the education side trying for an at-large seat. There are also guaranteed to be two new members, from Districts 1 and 5. District 5 is open because representative Matt Newton is running for district court judge. On the streets and in the schools, parks and waterways of our communities, my team will continue to have a positive presence preventing crime with targeted community outreach, youth engagement, public safety engagement focused on intervention and delivering unmet needs. And like many races, this will be pretty much decided Tuesday. Her 29 years experience in law enforcement in three states including 18 as a Mecklenburg detention officer make Miss Hicks viable and qualified to handle the job. Critics say that hurts inmates, families," The Charlotte Observer, Nov. 26, 2017. You can vote from 6:30am 7:30pm at your designated polling place. Recently, the jail has come under fire, and state records assert its staffing shortage has created unsafe conditions. We will remain focused on re-entry services not only inside our facilities but also in our community-based centers by bringing new and enhanced programs and opportunities for those in need. Also a Democrat-leaning district 57% of the voters in its precincts favored Biden in 2020. (Democratic incumbent) is running unopposed. We have multi-faceted, evidence-based programming offering a multitude of different paths to long-term recovery. Charlotte Agenda is now Axios Charlotte -. She says she was fired because of at will doctrine on McFaddens orders in 2018 just before he was sworn in. Although Im unopposed this election, I encourage everyone to get out and vote on Nov. 8. Mecklenburgs Congressional Districts. She worked closely with other sheriffs offices as well as the Massachusetts Sheriffs Association. There are U.S. Senate races in the Carolinas as well, along with many state and local races. With several council members not running for reelection, including mayor pro tem Julie Eiselt, there will be at least a few new faces on council next term. District 4: Incumbent Renee Perkins Johnson faces nonprofit founder Cedric Dean, and Darlene Heater, former head of University City Partners, in the Democratic primary for this northern Charlotte district. Read our Privacy Policy. The Charlotte Observer filed a request for Hicks and Robinsons personnel files, but has not received them yet. Robinson and Hicks are both making their first run for elected office. Logan is vying for a third term but must defeat opponentMauney, a retired paramedic, in the race for this west Charlotte district. Two registered Republicans, District 1s Rhonda Cheek and District 6s Sean Strain, are trying to hold onto their seats against challengers. The NCAOC has encountered challenges with its new system that have impacted local justice systems, processes and access to data. You can vote from 6:30am 7:30pm at your designated polling place. I am an experienced prison and jail administrator, with a master's in criminology from the University of Pennsylvania, a master's in public administration from Harvard, and a bachelors in psychology and neuroscience from the University of Southern California. District 1: Democratic incumbent Elaine Powell versus Ross Monks, a Republican and veteran. Leigh Altman and Pat Cotham are seeking reelection. Were encouraged that both candidates are committed to the equitable pursuit of justice, but were siding with Mr. Merriweathers steady approach. 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. Former U.S. Rep. Mark Walker is also running and blasting Budd on the trail. District 6:Strain (Republican incumbent), Summer Nunn (Democrat, marketing executive and CMS parent), Michael Watson (Democrat and CMS parent). As the Observer has previously reported, the department is struggling to fill more than 150 vacant positions in the jail. Mitchell resigned from the council in January 2021 because he had a 25% ownership stake in a construction company, RJ Leeper, that does business with the city. Since over 80% of the people who come into our custody self-report having some level of struggle with substance use disorder (SUD), we consider SUD a central issue. The first is the high rate of recidivism and the lack of discharge planning. We need the next sheriff to not only work to ensure that communities in Mecklenburg are safe, but also ensure that law enforcement policies in Mecklenburg promote justice, fairness and non-discrimination. 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. What are Ogden's top priorities for the office? That new district includes half of Mecklenburg County and most of Gaston County. You can read more at. We broke down key races to watch this primary election season. Potts is a retired state trooper who serves as a reserve police officer for the town of Cleveland. Courtesy of the Mecklenburg County Board of Elections. Mitchell also only recently filed more than two years of missing campaign finance reports. It includes the southern portion of Mecklenburg County and much of Gaston County. There are some high-profile congressional primaries in the state. Three Democrats, including incumbent Sheriff Garry McFadden, are running to be Mecklenburg County Sheriff. State of play: We broke down key races to watch this primary election . Updated: 11:51 PM EST March 8, 2022 CHARLOTTE, N.C. Sheriff Garry McFadden presented the Mecklenburg Board of County Commissioners with his plan to address staffing issues Tuesday. Oct. 14: Voter registration deadline. The Charlotte Democrat and daughter of former Gov. Q&A: Rachel Hunt says NC can do better than divisiveness in lieutenant governor, Murdaugh verdict sends a Lowcountry message: No one is above the law | Opinion, Charlotte Waffle House found with live roach, unclean equipment during health inspection, The top-ranked pie in North Carolina doesnt look like pie at all. Dimple Ajmera and Braxton Winston are the two incumbents. , former head of University City Partners, in the Democratic primary for this northern Charlotte district. Filing continues until noon March 4. It's been a long time, but it appears we're finally going to be able to vote in municipal elections this year. And Larken Egleston is a current District 1 member. Oct. 20: One-stop, in-person early voting period begins. On The Ballot for Charlotte-Mecklenburg in 2022. Hicks is the first African American woman to seek election for this office. Democrats: State Sen. Jeff Jackson, who dropped out of the U.S. Senate race late last year, is the front-runner here. District Attorney Spencer Merriweather and Mecklenburg County Sheriff Garry McFadden, both Democrats, are both running unopposed. is seeking to take back his old seat after his loss to Hunt in 2018. for her third term and faces three opponents in the Democratic primary. State Rep. Belk is seeking reelection for a district that includes south and west Charlotte near the airport. Tigress Sydney Acute McDaniel, a previous candidate for the role as well as mayor, county commission and state house. Robert Luna, the former Long Beach police chief, is running against incumbent Alex Villanueva. While resources and staffing are perennial issues facing any large agency, we continue to be innovative and imaginative in how we can best provide care for those in our custody. 1 priority will be to motivate and encourage staff. CHARLOTTE -- The Mecklenburg County Board of Elections opened filing for the 2022 election on Dec. 6, attracting candidates for Charlotte City Council and the Mecklenburg County Board of Commissioners. There are two main problems. McFadden, in the candidate questionnaire, said the biggest challenges the department will face in the coming years are mental health for both staff and those in the jail, employee retention, and staffing. Election Day. There are six Democrats for three at-large seats. Politics. Im proud to work alongside these folks and intend to continue hiring, training and retaining the type of talented employees who have launched our agency as a national leader in corrections. Transparency USA has made some New Year's resolutions! We were unable to subscribe you to WBUR Today. About Kevin F. Coppinger:Coppinger was first elected Essex County Sheriff in November 2016 after having served the city of Lynn as a police officer for 32 years, serving the last seven years as chief of police. State Sen. Marcus is fighting for a third term against challenger Leone. District 38: Mujtaba Mohammed (Democratic incumbent) Id like to collaborate with community resources to help me in combating those issues so that our numbers are minimal.. Robinson retired in January after more than two decades in law enforcement. Updated: 12:34 PM EDT May 18, 2022 MECKLENBURG COUNTY, N.C. Mecklenburg County Sheriff Garry McFadden held onto his office in Tuesday's Democratic primary, defeating . In a follow-up email to the Observer, Robinson clarified that the unit was staffed by two deputies per shift. District 1:The district covers parts of Uptown, and neighborhoods just to the North, East and South, including Plaza Midwood, Dilworth, Druid Hills and NoDa. 1, 2, 3 "Your vote may decide whether Mecklenburg County helps deport undocumented immigrants," The Charlotte Observer, Feb. 7, 2018. She has two decades of experience include a, Allen is a former Marine who was appointed. While high-profile races like the U.S. Senate are garnering the most attention, local leaders make the largest impact on our everyday lives, from setting property tax rates to responding to the pandemic. Hes also served as an assistant district attorney in Rowan County and a senior associate attorney with. First, to increase the general public safety of the people of Bristol County. Heres what to know, RELATED: North Carolinas May 17 primary will help determine the state legislatures future, Chase Elliott out of NASCAR indefinitely after tibia surgery, Tom Sizemore, 'Saving Private Ryan' actor, has died at 61, CMS plans best use of federal COVID aid windfall in the year left to spend it, What's making us happy: A guide to your weekend listening and viewing. Legal challenges over redistricting have reshaped how Charlotte-area residents are represented in Congress. One of the marquee races of the 2022 election is the contest for Los Angeles County. Who are they? MCSO is honored to receive gifts and donations from members of the community and would like to highlight those who helped make working through this life changing . But in the Charlotte area, its pretty quiet. We will continue to look at the "root causes" of crime and what factors play a role with those involved in the justice system. Information on where to vote, the candidates, how to vote and more. District 107: Kelly Alexander Jr. (Democratic incumbent) v. Mark Alan Cook (Republican) 5 takeaways from the new Crayola IDEAworks exhibit in Camp North End. Dozens of Charlotte candidates competing in 24 local races during May primary. Why it matters: While high-profile races like the U.S. Senate are garnering the most attention, local leaders make the largest impact on our everyday lives, from setting property tax rates to responding to the pandemic. From October 22, 2022, to January 31, 2023, we have received 4,933 releases for approximately 110 days of releases from Veterans Affairs (VA). She. Thank you! Courtesy of Mecklenburg County Board of Elections. The FOP said it will be endorsing a candidate in the coming weeks, but it has not voted on who yet. Of note:Last month, the candidates participated in the Sarah Stevenson Tuesday Forum, which gave Mecklenburg County residents a chance to hear from them and to ask them questions. He says staffing in the sheriffs domestic violence unit has not kept up with the areas population growth. We will be a community partner by ensuring climate friendly decisions including solar power and electric vehicles. Mecklenburg County will have 25 early voting sites. But nationally, school board races are becoming increasingly politically divisive with issues such as book bans at the forefront. Discharge planning includes making sure that the inmate being released knows where to go for housing, health care, and a job and/or job training. Why it matters:Today Charlotte voters will select everything from their next U.S. They reported on police accountability and LGBTQ immigration barriers for the Pulitzer Center on Crisis Reporting. On Saturday, Democrat Scott Huffman announced a bid for the 8th District as well. District 105: Wesley Harris (Democratic incumbent) v. Joshua Niday (Republican) Oct. 20-Nov. 5: Early voting for the general election. Sease and Eddinger are joined by incumbent Republicans Beth Dixon and James Randolph. Holding both master's and bachelor's degrees in criminal justice, Coppinger is also a graduate of the FBI National Academy in Quantico, Virginia. He retired from the sheriffs office in January 2022. Hes also been a District Court judge, and he currently serves as a JAG officer in the Air Force. He said this is because despite Charlottes growth in population, the domestic violence unit is only staffed by two deputies, like it has been since 1997. This district includes Mint Hill and parts of east Charlotte. His work has appeared in The Washington Post, the Sporting News and Sports Illustrated. Email her at [email protected] or call her at 704-797-4246. District 102: Becky Carney (Democratic incumbent) v. Cynthia Eleanor Clementi (Republican) She deserves re-election. Hicks said her No. The big picture: State legislative races have been thrust into the forefront this year as Republicans look to take back a veto-proof majority. Leigh Altman and Pat Cotham are seeking reelection. Lyles three Democratic primary challengers are: With several council members not running for reelection, including. Situational awareness: 42,122people voted early per the Mecklenburg County Board of Elections.Voter turnout increasedfollowing the leak of the Supreme Court draftopinion regarding potentiallyoverturning Roe v. Wade. It includes a new facility that will combine the regional jail, house of correction and lockup, allowing for female housing units; as well as trial court and potentially state police barracks. Doing this will free up money to address low staff wages, increase the number of corrections officers working at the Bristol County Sheriff's Office, and increase programming and discharge planning. Charlotte Council eyes doubling terms from 2 years to 4. The sheriffs race has attracted the most attention because of the continuing problems at the countys jails. Jim Hunt, faces cardiologistRusso. Of note: Were also watching the race for District 73, a redrawn swing district in Cabarrus County. We operate the largest medication-assisted treatment program in the commonwealth, which treats SUD with one of the three FDA-approved drugs. Thanks to a delay in receiving 2020 Census data followed by a court challenge to new North Carolina congressional maps, we've seen election deadlines and voting dates pushed back . Well be updating throughout election season. Early voting starts April 28; the final day to cast ballots in the primary is May 17. Garry McFadden has two challengers both former sheriffs employees. State Sen. Mohammed is running unopposed for the district that covers Uptown and north Charlotte, as well as neighborhoods just to the east like Plaza Midwood and Grier Heights. By the numbers:Mecklenburg County has just under788,000 registered voters, and of that, 42.5% are registered Democrat, 20.6% are registered Republican and 36.2% are registered unaffiliated. There are no Republicans running. But we do know now that at least for 2022, Mecklenburg will be divided into two districts: the 12th and the 14th. I secured over $14 million in state funding for Dukes County Sheriff's Office, including $6 million allocated for future repair and replacement of our aging facilities, to include housing units for females. In March, ahead of the deadline put forth by the state, McFadden outlined his plan to bring the jail back into compliance with safety and staffing guidelines. A primary was scheduled for May 17, 2022. City Council District 1Billy Maddalon, a former council member, is running on a platform of an aggressive approach to tackling the citys affordable housing crisis and advocacy for small businesses, especially in the most vulnerable neighborhoods. The ACLU of NC does not endorse or oppose candidates, but urges you to cast an informed vote. LaWana Mayfield is a former district member. Go deeper: The outside groups inside school board politics, District 1:Cheek (Republican incumbent), Melissa Easley (Democrat and former CMS teacher), Hamani Fisher (Democrat and pastor of Life Center International), Bill Fountain (independent and retired teacher), Ro Lawsin (Republican and president of the Filipino American Community of the Carolinas) 1 priority is staffing and safety. Once staffing levels have improved, Hicks said she hopes to be more involved with schools and the elderly. But in the 2012 presidential election, Barack Obama won the precincts in what is now the 14th by about 3 points. Drew Bulecza, a Republican from Lincolnton, also filed for election to the open Senate seat. 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. Elrahal is a Charlotte native (Harding University High School alumnus) and the son of Lebanese immigrants. Former state Supreme Court chief justiceBeasley faces current U.S. House Rep.Budd in one of the most competitive races in the nation as Democrats and Republicans vie for control of the U.S. Senate. Press Releases Keep up with the latest news from the State Board. District 42: Rachel Hunt (Democrat) v. Cheryl Russo (Republican). 19 open jobs for Phd candidate in Graz. District 106: Carla Cunningham (Democratic incumbent) v. Karen Henning (Republican) District 98: John Bradford III (Republican incumbent) v. Christy Clark (Democrat) City Council District 5Among five candidates running in the Democratic primary, Marjorie Molina, a longtime activist and volunteer with community groups such as the Equitable Development Commission, is our choice. The fund has been around since 2001 and subsidized more than 10,000 affordable housing units. Chief Judge on the North Carolina Court of Appeals. Charlotte would greatly benefit with a responsible champion for such policy. Our dedicated staff work challenging jobs on behalf of the greater good. 4 "Mecklenburg jail visits are now solely by video. There is a competitive primary on the Republican side for the 14th District. Oh, and of note: the at-large city council race is easily one of the more interesting local political races in years. District 112: Tricia Cotham (Democrat) v. Tony Long (Republican) Its unclear whether Mitchell still has that ownership stake. Seeinteractive map for street-level detail. They're also the first since the 2020 census, which means there are new congressional districts. What are Hodgson's top priorities for the office? Cannon, Mitchell, Slack-Maylield, Griffin earn nods Published Saturday, April 16, 2022 1:00 am by Herbert L. White FILE PHOTO Former Charlotte City Council member James Mitchell earned the Black Political Caucus' endorsement in the Democratic at-large primary. Plus, the Charlotte City Council general election, which was. Too many people are being victimized by lawbreakers, and that needs to stop. ssistant federal public defender, Legal Aid attorney and private practice. CHARLOTTE, N.C. (WBTV) - Mecklenburg County has adopted a $2 billion operating budget for fiscal year 2022.
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