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Larry Hopkins
NONPARTISAN
Larry Hopkins is running for Buncombe Water and Sewer Commissioner.
Personal background
Larry Hopkins lives in the Asheville Terraces in Reynolds Village. He holds a master's of business administration degree from Queens University. He was widowed and remarried in 2010 and, together, they have 4 children and 8 grandchildren.
Professional background
Larry is retired. He previously worked in the chemical industry. He also served in the US Army.
Political background
Larry is currently a trustee for the Buncombe/Woodfin Sanitary Water & Sewer District, where he is also a vice-chair of the board of trustees. He was elected in 2023 and is serving his first term.
Public Health
Said his campaign focuses on transparency, cybersecurity, and converting the previous board into a more proactive governing body.
As a city council member, improved computer systems at the water plant to prevent cyber attacks.
Plans to upgrade the county website to make it more user-friendly and develop a 10-year plan to improve water system resilience.
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