Candidates for 2025 elections in Fayetteville, other municipalities in ...

Kenneth E. Odegard II has lived in Fayetteville for 25 years. He has two children. 

Kenneth is a retired Green Beret and military contractor. He is a veteran of the War in Afghanistan. 

Kenneth E. Odegard II (Fayetteville City Council District 6, North ...

Kenneth E. Odegard II's campaign for Fayetteville City Council Member, District 6 is his first entry into politics. 

Fayetteville City Council, District 6: Kenneth E. Odegard II

Said, "I will scrutinize spending, prioritize essential services, and ensure taxpayer dollars are used wisely and transparently."

Advocates for "smart infrastructure improvements, speeding up all processes, cutting the red tape, and strengthen partnerships with Fort Bragg to drive economic opportunity."

- Said, "I will scrutinize spending, prioritize essential services, and ensure taxpayer dollars are used wisely and transparently."
- Advocates for "smart infrastructure improvements, speeding up all processes, cutting the red tape, and strengthen partnerships with Fort Bragg to drive economic opportunity."

Economy

Said, "I would ensure contractors are thoroughly vetted, enforce strict timelines and penalties, require performance updates, and implement regular oversight."

- Said, "I would ensure contractors are thoroughly vetted, enforce strict timelines and penalties, require performance updates, and implement regular oversight."

Public Services

Supports addressing homelessness by working with Cumberland County and community partners to clarify responsibilities, expand supportive services, and use data to target resources effectively.

- Supports addressing homelessness by working with Cumberland County and community partners to clarify responsibilities, expand supportive services, and use data to target resources effectively.

Housing & Urban Development

Supports law enforcement, youth programs, and community partnerships to address crime.

Supports the youth curfew, saying it "helps protect juveniles during late-night hours, encourages parental responsibility, and provides structured alternatives through community programs."

- Supports law enforcement, youth programs, and community partnerships to address crime.
- Supports the youth curfew, saying it "helps protect juveniles during late-night hours, encourages parental responsibility, and provides structured alternatives through community programs."

Public Safety

As of September 3, 2025, Kenneth E. Odegard II did not have a website or any information online.

Transportation & Infrastructure

Education

Kenneth E. Odegard II

Plans to improve Fayettevilles business climate by streamlining permitting, offering targeted incentives for new and small businesses, investing in infrastructure and public safety, and partnering with local organizations to support entrepreneurship.

As of September 3, 2025, Kenneth E. Odegard II’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Believes the Fayetteville City Council "mishandled" the youth curfew issue, saying it "was rushed, argued over too long, lacked clear enforcement rules, and didnt involve the community in meaningful ways."

Said, "I will support law enforcement while also investing in youth programs and community partnerships that address the root causes of crime, including mentorship and after-school opportunities."

- City council members work together to set and implement city policy. 
- The city council is tasked with ensuring the health, comfort, and safety of residents of the city.
- City council members work with the mayor to govern city departments, such as the police department, fire department, transportation department, and parks and recreation department. 
- City council members represent either the whole city or residents of a specific district. 