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Zack Matheny

NONPARTISAN

Zack Matheny is running for Greensboro City Council Member, District 3.

Personal background

Zack earned a bachelor’s degree in textile management from North Carolina State University. He lives in Greensboro, North Carolina.

Professional background

Zack currently works as president of Downtown Greensboro Incorporated and president of White Oak Capital. He previously worked in investor relations at Bell Partners, as a financial advisor at A.G. Edwards, and in sales at Cone Mills.

Political background

Zack previously served on the Greensboro City Council from 2011 to 2017. He ran for the U.S. House to represent North Carolina's 6th District in 2014 but did not win. He was elected again to the Greensboro City Council, District 3, in 2022.

Economy

Supports attracting new employers by streamlining business development to make investment easier.

Plans to expand workforce training programs to prepare residents for new high-paying jobs.

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Public Services

Supports investment in community-based safety programs alongside enforcement.

Advocates public-private partnerships to address community challenges.

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Housing & Urban Development

Supports housing-first initiatives to provide permanent housing for unhoused residents.

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Public Safety

Advocates increasing law enforcement presence in high-impact areas.

Supports competitive pay, training, and equipment for first responders.

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Transportation & Infrastructure

Plans to expand street lighting and pedestrian-friendly areas to improve safety.

Supports infrastructure upgrades including roads, public transit, and business districts.

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Education

As of October 8, 2025, Zack Matheny’s website did not contain information on this issue.

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