T. Russell Fox

- The mayor leads the executive branch of local government, presiding over city council meetings, making sure city departments run smoothly, and providing services to citizens. 
- The mayor attends and runs City Council meetings, serving as an important leader for how local laws get set. These laws affect local services, such as Police, City Planning, Parks & Recreation, and Transportation.  
- The Mayor in some circumstances may vote to break a tie in council meetings. They do not have veto power.

Burnsville

Housing Costs

Policing

North Carolina

Economy

Public Services

Housing & Urban Development

Public Safety

Transportation & Infrastructure

Education

Mayor

Walter Ley

T. Russell Fox (Mayor of Burnsville, North Carolina, candidate 2025 ...

T. Russell Fox is the current mayor of Burnsville, North Carolina. He was first elected in 2023.

As of September 4, 2025, T. Russell Fox did not have a website or any information online.

Supports federal funding for water infrastructure projects.