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Pirooz (Pete) Parnian was born in Tehran, Iran. He studied engineering at Western Michigan. He and his wife have four daughters and two sons. 

Pirooz Parnian (Mayor of Holly Ridge, North Carolina, candidate ...

Pete is the current mayor of Holly Ridge. He was appointed to the position in September 2024. Previously, he served on the Holly Ridge city council. 

As town treasurer, developed the first-ever Strategic Plan, formulated a seven-year town budget, and applied for federal grants.

As mayor, developed the town's strategic plan, created a seven-year town budget, and applied for federal grants.

- As mayor, developed the town's strategic plan, created a seven-year town budget, and applied for federal grants.

Economy

As mayor, started the weekly Mayor's Message, created a YouTube channel to livestream meetings, and established regular office hours to connect with residents.

- As mayor, started the weekly Mayor's Message, created a YouTube channel to livestream meetings, and established regular office hours to connect with residents.

Public Services

Holly Ridge explains decision to push land annexation information sessions, removal from agenda

Supports the annexation of land from Onslow and Pender counties, believing it will aid in Holly Ridge's long-term growth and development, and emphasizes the importance of ensuring application completeness and accuracy in the annexation process.

Supports the annexation of land from Onslow and Pender counties, believing it will aid in Holly Ridge's long-term growth and development.

- Supports the annexation of land from Onslow and Pender counties, believing it will aid in Holly Ridge's long-term growth and development.

Housing & Urban Development

As of September 4, 2025, Pirooz (Pete) Parnian’s website did not contain information on this issue.

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Pirooz (Pete) Parnian

Pirooz Parnian (also known as Pete) is running for election for Mayor of Holly Ridge in North Carolina. Parnian is on the ballot in the general election on November 4, 2025.

Pirooz Parnian and Dorothy Royal are running in the general election for Mayor of Holly Ridge on November 4, 2025.

As of September 4, 2025, Pirooz (Pete) Parnian did not have a website or any information online.

- 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.