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Raleigh City Council Election

Election Date:October 12, 2027Register by:October 13, 2027
Current holder:Mary-Ann Baldwin(Democratic)

The Raleigh City Council Election on October 12, 2027, will determine the composition of the city council for North Carolina's capital city. Voters will elect council members to represent various districts and potentially at-large seats, setting local policy on issues such as zoning, public safety, and infrastructure.

About This Race

The Raleigh City Council Election on October 12, 2027, will determine the composition of the city council for North Carolina's capital city. Voters will elect council members to represent various districts and potentially at-large seats, setting local policy on issues such as zoning, public safety, and infrastructure.

Candidates

Important Dates

Election Date
October 12, 2027
Registration Deadline
October 13, 2027
Early Voting Starts
October 20, 2027
Early Voting Ends
November 5, 2027

How to Vote

To vote in the Raleigh City Council Election, North Carolina residents must be registered by October 13, 2027. Voters can cast their ballots in person on Election Day, during the early voting period from October 20 to November 5, 2027, or by requesting an absentee ballot. Valid photo ID is required for in-person voting, and registration can be completed online, by mail, or in person at designated locations.

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Incumbent
Democratic

Mary-Ann Baldwin

Raleigh City Council

Biography

Mary-Ann Baldwin is the incumbent Mayor of Raleigh, first elected in 2019 and re-elected in 2023. She is running for re-election to continue her focus on affordable housing, climate resilience, and equitable development across the city.

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Republican

Charles Francis

Raleigh City Council

Biography

Charles Francis is a small business owner and former Raleigh Planning Commission member advocating for fiscal responsibility, public safety improvements, and streamlined city permitting processes. He emphasizes reducing regulatory burdens on local businesses.

Campaign Website

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