Zeb L. Smathers

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- 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.

Canton

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Policing

North Carolina

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Public Services

Housing & Urban Development

Public Safety

Transportation & Infrastructure

Education

Mayor

Walter Ley

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Zeb is the mayor of Canton. He also works as a lawyer at his own practice in Canton.

Zeb L. Smathers is currently the mayor of the Town of Canton. He was appointed by Governor Roy Cooper to the North Carolina Certification Commission for Tribal Indian Gaming Compact.

Supports attracting new businesses and economic diversification in the region.

As of September 4, 2025, Zeb L. Smathers did not have a website or any information online.

Supports exploring options to attract new businesses and fill the economic gap left by the mill's closure.