2024 NC General Election

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Henry Tyson: Cumberland County Board of Commissioners candidate

Henry was born and raised in Cumberland County and currently lives in Fayetteville. He attended Campbell University and earned a bachelor’s degree in political science. He has volunteered as a firefighter and with hurricane cleanup. 

Henry is a small business owner at Tyson Commercial Real Estate and has been a real estate broker since 2014. Previously, he worked as a Production Engineer at Draughon Brothers Inc.

Henry Tyson’s campaign for District 2 County Commissioner is his first run for a public office.

As of June 14, 2024, Henry Tyson’s website did not contain information on this issue.

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Said, “We must look to make good sound budgetary decisions so that we can be more competitive across the state and provide relief to our tax payers.”

Wants to introduce incentive-based pay standards for county employees.

- Said, “We must look to make good sound budgetary decisions so that we can be more competitive across the state and provide relief to our tax payers.”
- Wants to introduce incentive-based pay standards for county employees.

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Supports funding firefighters and emergency services and personnel.

- Supports funding firefighters and emergency services and personnel.

Public Safety

Wants to expand utility access and job security by increasing infrastructure capacity and creating more employment opportunities.

- Wants to expand utility access and job security by increasing infrastructure capacity and creating more employment opportunities.

Housing & Urban Development

Wants to utilize third-party reviewers on county construction projects.

- Wants to utilize third-party reviewers on county construction projects.

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Henry Tyson

Henry was born and raised in Cumberland County. He attended Campbell University and earned his bachelor’s degree in political science. In the past, he has served as a volunteer firefighter and with hurricane cleanup. Today, Henry lives in Layetteville.

Henry is a small business owner at Tyson Commercial Real Estate and has been a real estate broker since 2014. Previously, he was a Production Engineer at Draughon Brothers Inc.

Henry Tyson’s campaign for District 2 County Commissioner is his first run for a public office. 

- Said, “We must look to make good sound budgetary decisions so that we can be more competitive across the state and provide relief to our tax payers.”
- Wants to introduce incentive based pay standards for county employees.

- Wants to combat utilities access and job security by increasing infrastructure capacity and creating more employment opportunities.

Karla Icaza (Cumberland County Board of Commissioners District 2, North Carolina, candidate 2024)

Karla currently resides in Cumberland County. She has a bachelor's degree of applied sciences in psychology.   

Karla currently serves as president for Latinos United For Progress, and previously worked as an organizing assistant for Democracy North Carolina. She also worked for the Fayetteville Veterans Affairs Medical Center as a suicide prevention hotline worker. 

Karla Icaza’s campaign for Cumberland County Board of Commissioners is her first run for public office.

As of June 14, 2024, Karla Icaza’s website did not contain information on this issue.

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Supports attracting sustainable industries to improve economic growth and creating jobs that offer more than a living wage.

Believes in attracting "better-paying, sustainable jobs" to strengthen Cumberland County.

- Supports attracting sustainable industries to improve economic growth and creating jobs that offer more than a living wage.
- Believes in attracting "better-paying, sustainable jobs" to strengthen Cumberland County.

Supports increasing the funds available to public schools to improve student resources.

Proposing increasing funds available to public schools to increase teacher salaries.

- Supports increasing the funds available to public schools to improve student resources.
- Proposing increasing funds available to public schools to increase teacher salaries.

Supports solution-oriented strategies to improve access to addiction treatment, community education programs, and responsible prescription practices.

- Supports solution-oriented strategies to improve access to addiction treatment, community education programs, and responsible prescription practices.

Believes in developing integrated county-city solutions to address access barriers for at-risk individuals.

- Believes in developing integrated county-city solutions to address access barriers for at-risk individuals.

Supports fostering partnerships with municipalities, the School Board, and the Public Works Commission for cohesive county growth.

- Supports fostering partnerships with municipalities, the School Board, and the Public Works Commission for cohesive county growth.

Karla Icaza

Karla currently resides in Cumberland County, North Carolina. She has a bachelor's degree of applied sciences in psychology.   

Karla currently serves as president for Latinos United For Progress, she previously worked as an organizing assistant for Democracy North Carolina.. She also previously worked for Fayetteville Veterans Affairs Medical Center as a suicide prevention hotline worker. 

Karla Icaza’s campaign for County Commissioner in Cumberland County Commission District 2 is her first run for public office.

Karla Icaza is a resident of Cumberland County. She holds a Bachelor's Degree in Science with a minor in Psychology from Campbell University and is nearing the completion of her Master’s in Social Work Mental Health. Details about her church attendance and family are not provided in the information given.

Karla Icaza has worked in Suicide Prevention at the Fayetteville Veterans Affairs Medical Center and has been involved in grassroots organization with Democracy North Carolina. She has also served as President of Latinos United For Progress, engaging in community dialogue with the State Legislature.

As of July 8, 2024, Karla Icaza’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Believes in ensuring a sustainable and equitable future for all residents. Supports building a community that thrives in harmony with its natural surroundings.

Believes in enhancing collaboration with key county entities to support growth and address county-wide challenges.

Kirk has a bachelors degree in marketing and business from Huntingdon College and masters degree in business management from Troy University. He and his wife Jenny have a son. Kirk volunteers as a commissioner on the North Carolina Military Affairs Commission and a board member for Clean Cape Fear. 

Kirk is the president and owner of 219 Group - Marketing & Advertising, the lead consultant/integrator and partner at WhyAxis Strategy, and the president of THE REPUBLIK. Kirk served as a United States Army Infantry Officer from 1991-2000. 

Kirk DeViere served two terms as a State Senator for North Carolina State Senate District 19 from 2019-2022. He served one term as a Fayetteville City Council Member representing District 2 from 2015-2017. 

City View, KIRK DEVIERE: Cumberland County Board of Commissioners candidate

Aims to implement standards and safeguards to remove PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, also known as forever chemicals) from Cape Fear River basin.

Aims to create a water quality task force to remove contaminants from drinking water, such as GenX (a member of the PFAS group of chemicals).

Supports a water quality outreach program to keep residents informed of the city's clean water initiatives.

Supports creating a plan to address aging septic tanks.

Supports strengthening mental and public health resources, including through increased funding for mental health services, support and awareness initiatives for healthcare, and veteran services.

Supports public funding for childcare programs.

Supports investment into recreation and arts facilities.

- Aims to implement standards and safeguards to remove PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, also known as forever chemicals) from Cape Fear River basin.
- Aims to create a water quality task force to remove contaminants from drinking water, such as GenX (a member of the PFAS group of chemicals).
- Supports a water quality outreach program to keep residents informed of the city's clean water initiatives.
- Supports creating a plan to address aging septic tanks.
- Supports strengthening mental and public health resources, including through increased funding for mental health services, support and awareness initiatives for healthcare, and veteran services.
- Supports public funding for childcare programs.
- Supports investment into recreation and arts facilities.

Plans to streamline regulations and provide incentives for small businesses to attract economic growth.

- Plans to streamline regulations and provide incentives for small businesses to attract economic growth.

Supports partnering with local businesses, educational institutions, and non-profits to create more vocational training programs.

Supports a flexible daycare voucher system and funding for better facilities and staff training.

- Supports partnering with local businesses, educational institutions, and non-profits to create more vocational training programs.
- Supports a flexible daycare voucher system and funding for better facilities and staff training.

As of June 14, 2024, Kirk DeViere’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Supports measures to insure affordable housing.

Supports a multifaceted approach to relieving homelessness, including partnerships with local shelters, non-profits, community stakeholders and social service agencies to provide housing, support services, and resources.

- Supports measures to insure affordable housing.
- Supports a multifaceted approach to relieving homelessness, including partnerships with local shelters, non-profits, community stakeholders and social service agencies to provide housing, support services, and resources.

Aims to invest in infrastructure developments in smaller towns.

- Supports the expansion of broadband.
- Aims to invest in infrastructure developments in smaller towns.

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Kirk DeViere

As of July 8, 2024, Kirk DeViere’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Believes leaders should focus on "strengthening our community" and providing opportunities for a better life. As a city councilman and state senator, demonstrated commitment to community building over political games.

Believes it is crucial to provide added protection for children online and encourages parents to actively engage in their children's online activities.

Pavan was born in New York City. He earned his bachelor's degree in economics from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and a master's degree in business administration from Babson’s F.W. Olin Graduate School of Business. He is married to Amruta, and together they live in Fayetteville. He serves as president of the Southeastern North Carolina Asian Indian Association (SENCAIA).

Pavan is the owner and CEO of Willow Group Investments, a company he founded in 2013. He has owned 5 Tropical Smoothie Cafes and held leadership roles in hospitality brands such as Hilton and Marriott. He has also been involved in commercial real estate development and investment. Pavan has served as the chairman of the City of Fayetteville’s Zoning Commission and on the Cumberland County Tourism Development Authority.

Pavan D. Patel's campaign for the Cumberland County Board of Commissioners is his first run for public office.

Believes in enhancing public services like libraries, parks, and recreation to foster community building and sustainable development. Plans to invest in these areas to ensure a vibrant future for Cumberland County.

Believes in enhancing public services like libraries, parks, and recreation to foster community building and sustainable development.

- Believes in enhancing public services like libraries, parks, and recreation to foster community building and sustainable development.

Supports job creation, bolstering local businesses, and securing economic opportunities to cultivate a thriving middle class in Cumberland County.

Believes in greater fiscal discipline to ensure tax money is invested properly for the county’s long-term future.

Advocates greater fiscal responsibility to ensure investment in the county’s long-term future.

- Supports job creation, bolstering local businesses, and securing economic opportunities to cultivate a thriving middle class in Cumberland County.
- Advocates greater fiscal responsibility to ensure investment in the county’s long-term future.

Believes quality education is essential for a thriving community and supports advancing schools, championing educators, and broadening educational opportunities for families in District 2.

Supports advancing schools, championing educators, and broadening educational opportunities for families in District 2.

Believes in funding K-12 education to ensure future generations are well-prepared and educators have necessary resources. Supports prioritizing school facilities as a key investment for a strong education system.

Prioritizes investment in school facilities.

Believes in empowering youth through quality education to ensure community prosperity. Plans to "equip our youth with the tools they need to excel" and create opportunities for every student to thrive.

Supports empowering youth through quality education to ensure community prosperity.

Believes expanding healthcare education programs and establishing a medical school will improve access to quality healthcare. Supports retaining trained healthcare providers to enhance community healthcare services and overall quality of life.

Believes expanding healthcare education programs and establishing a medical school will improve access to quality healthcare.

- Supports advancing schools, championing educators, and broadening educational opportunities for families in District 2.
- Prioritizes investment in school facilities.
- Supports empowering youth through quality education to ensure community prosperity.
- Believes expanding healthcare education programs and establishing a medical school will improve access to quality healthcare.

Believes in prioritizing safety and wellbeing through quality healthcare and crime reduction. Plans to collaborate with law enforcement to enhance community safety.

Plans to collaborate with law enforcement to enhance community safety and crime reduction.

Believes in forging a safer and healthier community by supporting initiatives that ensure secure living and accessible healthcare for all residents.

- Plans to collaborate with law enforcement to enhance community safety and crime reduction.
- Believes in forging a safer and healthier community by supporting initiatives that ensure secure living and accessible healthcare for all residents.

As of June 14, 2024, Pavan D. Patel’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Believes leadership should be held accountable for water contamination and infrastructure issues, emphasizing the need for clean water to support rural areas, farmers, businesses, and economic growth.

- Believes leadership should be held accountable for water contamination and infrastructure issues, emphasizing the need for clean water to support rural areas, farmers, businesses, and economic growth.

Pavan D. Patel

Pavan was born in New York City. He earned his bachelor's degree in economics from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and a master's degree in business administration from Babson’s F.W. Olin Graduate School of Business. Patel is married to Dr. Amruta, and together they live in Fayetteville, NC. He serves as president of the Southeastern North Carolina Asian Indian Association (SENCAIA).

Pavan is the owner and CEO of Willow Group Investments, a company he founded in 2013. His real estate portfolio includes ownership of five Tropical Smoothie Cafes and leadership roles in hospitality brands such as Hilton and Marriott. Patel has also been involved in commercial real estate development and investment. He has served as the chairman of the City of Fayetteville’s Zoning Commission and on the Cumberland County Tourism Development Authority.

Pavan D. Patel's campaign for county commissioner in Cumberland County Commission District 2 is his first run for public office.

Pavan D. Patel was born in New York City and has been a resident of Fayetteville, North Carolina for 28 years. He is a graduate of Terry Sanford High School and went on to earn his Bachelor of Arts in Economics from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, followed by a Master of Business Administration from Babson’s F.W. Olin Graduate School of Business. Patel is married to Dr. Amruta Bahekar, and together they share their life with two dogs, Mika and Copper. Information about the church he attends is not provided.

Pavan D. Patel is the owner and CEO of Willow Group Investments, a company he founded in 2013. His diverse real estate portfolio includes ownership of five Tropical Smoothie Cafes and leadership roles in hospitality brands such as Hilton and Marriott. Patel has also been involved in commercial real estate development and investment.

Pavan D. Patel has not held political office before, but he has served in various leadership capacities on multiple county and city boards and committees. He has served as the chairman of the City of Fayetteville’s Zoning Commission and on the Cumberland County Tourism Development Authority. Patel's first run for political office is as a candidate for the Cumberland County Board of Commissioners District 2 in 2023.

The candidate's website says, "Patel’s cultural heritage and community is a major priority to him and his family, and serving as president of the community group Southeastern North Carolina Asian Indian Association (SENCAIA) is a particular point of pride for him."

Believes public services should focus on "responsible servant leadership and sustainable community development." Plans to bring "a young entrepreneur’s talents" to enhance community investment.

Supports policies that enhance economic growth by focusing on the well-being of the middle class.

Supports building a resilient and inclusive economy where every citizen can prosper and contribute to collective success.

The candidate's website says, "New Independent Conservative PAC Aims to Improve Leadership in Fayetteville, School Board Races"

The candidate's website says, "Patel also has served on the City of Fayetteville’s Zoning Commission for three years, and for the second consecutive year, he is serving as its chair."

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Peter is from Fayetteville and attended Fayetteville Academy. He has an associates degree from Oxford College of Emory University and a bachelors degree in business administration from Campbell University. 

Peter is the is the owner of multiple small businesses, including Pappas Construction, Pappas Commercial Properties, and Baldinos Giant Jersey Subs. 

Peter Pappas serves on the Fayetteville-Cumberland Human Relations Commission. He ran for Fayetteville City Council in 2022, but did not win. 

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Aims to find ways to filter out PFAS (Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, also known as forever chemicals) from the Cape Fear River basin.

Plans to implement regular stakeholder meetings with residents, city council members, nonprofits, and government program managers to set priorities and coordinate responses.

- Aims to find ways to filter out PFAS (Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, also known as forever chemicals) from the Cape Fear River basin.
- Plans to implement regular stakeholder meetings with residents, city council members, nonprofits, and government program managers to set priorities and coordinate responses.

Believes a "pro-business government" can stimulate industry and create good-paying jobs.

Believes in retaining Fort Bragg retirees through a robust recruitment program to keep highly qualified potential employees and valued community members.

Believes in retaining Fort Bragg retirees through a robust recruitment program.

Plans to attract new industries and major employers, leveraging infrastructure projects like the Carolina Core freeway and Outer Loop improvements for economic development in Cumberland.

Aims to attract new industries and major employers, leveraging infrastructure projects like the Carolina Core freeway and Outer Loop improvements for economic development in Cumberland.

- Believes a "pro-business government" can stimulate industry and create good-paying jobs.
- Believes in retaining Fort Bragg retirees through a robust recruitment program.
- Aims to attract new industries and major employers, leveraging infrastructure projects like the Carolina Core freeway and Outer Loop improvements for economic development in Cumberland.

As of June 14, 2024, Peter Pappas’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Believes Cumberland County opioid overdoses are "out of control" and that fentanyl is the "newest and most dangerous scourge fueling the opioid epidemic." Said the county's response team coordination with state and local authorities is "just not enough."

Supports increased measures to combat the high levels of opioid addiction and overdoses in Cumberland County. 

- Supports increased measures to combat the high levels of opioid addiction and overdoses in Cumberland County. 

Aims to coordinate planning across cities by creating a "City Liaison Officer" from each municipality who can coordinate responses and create joint initiatives for residents.

- Aims to coordinate planning across cities by creating a "City Liaison Officer" from each municipality who can coordinate responses and create joint initiatives for residents.

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Peter Pappas

Peter Pappas was born and raised in Cumberland County. He studied at Oxford College of Emory University and graduated from Campbell University. Details about his church attendance and family life are not provided.

Peter Pappas is a small business entrepreneur who owns two Baldinos restaurants, a real estate firm, and a construction business. He has also served on the Fayetteville-Cumberland Human Relations Commission.

Peter Pappas serves on the Fayetteville-Cumberland Human Relations Commission. Details regarding the length of time he has held office, any past political campaigns, or other committee appointments are not provided.

Believes in placing "forward thinking people" in key positions to ensure economic growth and development.

Believes in "bringing new industry and better-paying jobs." Supports economic growth through labor improvements, trade, tax reforms, small business support, and regulation adjustments.

Believes politics and personalities hinder resolving public health crises, including poisoned water and the opioid epidemic. Said, "Fayetteville ranks among the worst cities in America for opioid-related Emergency Room deaths per capita."

The candidate's website says, "Cumberland County government is a hub for issues facing all levels of government. Though often overlooked, the County Commissioners control and distribute hundreds of millions of tax dollars yearly for services from our Sheriff's Department to mosquito elimination."

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Toni is from Ohio. She holds an associate's degree in legal studies from Columbus State Community College and a bachelor's degree in organizational management from Wilberforce University. Toni also holds a master's degree in divinity from Family Bible College and a doctor of ministry degree in biblical counseling from Andersonville Theological Seminary. She lives in Cumberland County. She has 4 children and 3 grandchildren. 

Toni currently works as a guardian ad litem, counselor, and mentor. She also works as a special projects manager at True Vine Ministeries. She founded Ever Increasing Ministries. 

Toni Stewart currently serves as a Cumberland County Commissioner in District 2. She was elected to this position in 2020 and is serving her first term. She serves as a vice chairwoman of the Board of Commissioners. She serves on the boards of Operation Inasmuch and Greater Fayetteville United.

As of June 14, 2024, Toni Stewart’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Believes in creating jobs that allow families to prosper and opportunities for people entering the job market.

Wants to create jobs that foster financial success for families and provide opportunities for those entering the job market.

- Wants to create jobs that foster financial success for families and provide opportunities for those entering the job market.

Believes in "investing in our public education system" to provide the best possible education for children. Supports policies that enhance K-12 education and college opportunities.

Supports investing in public education and ensuring high-quality instruction is provided. 

Wants to place a greater emphasis on foster care services and mental health systems.

- Supports investing in public education and ensuring high-quality instruction is provided. 
- Wants to place a greater emphasis on foster care services and mental health systems.

Believes in developing long-term solutions to reduce homelessness that include services and shelters.

Wants to develop long-term solutions to help reduce homelessness, which includes providing services and shelters. 

- Wants to develop long-term solutions to help reduce homelessness, which includes providing services and shelters. 

Toni Stewart

Toni Stewart is originally from Ohio and now resides in Cumberland County. She has earned a doctorate in biblical counseling. Details about where she attended school, her church affiliation, and her family are not provided.

Toni Stewart works as a counselor and mentor and has a doctorate in biblical counseling. She serves as a Guardian Ad Litem, advocating for children, and is involved in the fight against homelessness. Additionally, she is a member of local non-profit boards, including Operation Inasmuch and Greater Fayetteville United.

As of July 8, 2024, Toni Stewart’s website did not contain information on this issue.

- County Commissioners create and pass laws at the county-level. These laws show up in very tangible ways, such as determining how much you pay property and sales tax rates, public transportation, and maintaining infrastructure.
- County Commissioners are responsible for preparing and passing the county budget. The budget determines how much funding goes to various public services, such as public transportation, law enforcement, repairing roads, and maintaining infrastructure.
- County Commissioners oversee the administrative duties of your county’s government to ensure the safety, comfort, and well-being of county residents.
- County Commissioners can create, change, or abolish offices, positions, departments that are not required by law. 
- County Commissioners are elected to 4-year terms, with no term limits. Typically, you only vote for the County Commissioner that represents your county commission district.

Creates new laws and passes the budget for your county.

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