New Leadership Announced for County Boards of Elections Across North Carolina
In a significant move for local governance, State Auditor Dave Boliek has announced the appointment of new Chairs for County Boards of Elections throughout North Carolina. These appointments will take effect on June 24, 2025, with the appointees serving until their successors are named and qualified.
Fresh Appointments in Various Counties
Among the newly appointed Chairs are Kevin Harrison for Alamance County, Martha Schronce for Alexander County, and John Murphy for Alleghany County. In Anson County, Kelly Newton will take the lead, while Thomas Bregger steps into the role for Ashe County. Crystal Vance is set to chair Avery County’s board.
Leadership Across the State
Other notable appointments include John Tate III in Beaufort County, Timothy Davis in Bertie County, and Larry Hammond in Bladen County. Brunswick County will see Joseph Myers as its new Chair, and Glenda Weinert will oversee Buncombe County. Burke County’s board will be chaired by Anthony Iovino, while Herbert White takes the helm in Cabarrus County.
Further appointments include William Stone for Caldwell County, Kenneth Bukantas for Camden County, and Jeanette Deese in Carteret County. Caswell County will have Yvonne Saul as Chair, with David Hood leading Catawba County. The list continues with Theron Van Dusen in Chatham County and Sandra Solesbee in Cherokee County.
Extensive Changes
Chowan County welcomes Roberta Mayer as its Chair, while James Davis will serve in Clay County. Cleveland County’s new Chair is James Whetstine, and Jillian McPherson Edge will lead Columbus County. Ross Hardeman is appointed for Craven County, and Cumberland County will have Linda Devore as its Chair.
In the northeastern part of the state, Curtis Balance will chair the board in Currituck County, with Mary Markland in Dare County. Moving further west, Chad Freeman is appointed for Davidson County, and Robert Raisbeck Jr. for Davie County. Duplin County will have Ann Henderson as its new Chair.
As these new leaders prepare to step into their roles, they are tasked with overseeing the electoral processes in their respective counties, ensuring fair and transparent elections for the citizens of North Carolina.
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