James Cochran

- Town council members serve as the governing body of the town, along with the mayor. 
- The town council members make policy decisions for the town, including creating ordinances, policies, and making agreements with other governments. 
- The town council can amend and revise town policies, as well as approve or reject the town budget. 
- The town council is also in charge of the appointment of advisory boards, commissions, task forces, committees, the town manager, and the town attorney. 
- Members of the town council are elected to staggered 4 year terms. 

Part of the governing body of your town. 

Dillsboro

Financial Management

Housing & Urban Development

North Carolina

Economy

Public Services

Public Safety

Transportation & Infrastructure

Energy & the Environment

Town Council Member

Walter Ley

Seven run for Dillsboro town board

James previously served as an alderman for the Town of Dillsboro from 1996 to 2009. 

Supports the future river park, believing it will benefit Dillsboro.

Supports the future river park in Dillsboro.

As of September 4, 2025, James Cochran did not have a website or any information online.

Supports the future river park plans in Dillsboro.