Joe Slaton

- 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. 

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Hayesville

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Housing & Urban Development

North Carolina

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Buket Urgen

New Mayors of WNC: Joe Slaton of Hayesville

Joe is currently the mayor of Hayesville. He was elected in 2021 and is serving his first term. He previously served on the Hayesville Town Council for 5 years.

Plans to improve tourism, housing and bike access in Hayesville.

Supports the development of pedestrian and bike lanes.

As of September 3, 2025, Joe Slaton did not have a website or any information online.