2026 North Carolina General Election

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Mark J. Morse

Commissioner Mark Morse

Mark was appointed to the Town Council in 2025 to fill a Council vacancy and will be available to rerun in 2026. Prior to his appointment to the Town Council, Mark served for five years on the Board of Adjustment including the role of Chairman. He is a homeowner in Laurel Park, previously residing in Timber Creek and now in the Echo Lake area of Town. Mark is a graduate of the University of Illinois with a degree in Engineering and an MBA from the University of Michigan. He built his career in the manufacturing world by being a leader of numerous high-performing teams. After 22 years of service as President and COO of SELEE Corporation, Mark became a consultant for startup businesses and worked locally.

Town Council - Town of Laurel Park

Mark Morse has a bachelor's degree in engineering from the University of Illinois and a master's degree in business administration from the University of Michigan. He is a homeowner in Laurel Park, previously residing in Timber Creek and now in the Echo Lake area of Town.

Mark is a consultant for startup businesses. He previously served as president and chief operating officer (COO) of SELEE Corporation for 22 years. He also has experience in the manufacturing industry. 

Mark is currently a member of the Laurel Park Town Council. He was appointed to the council in 2025 to fill a vacancy. Before his appointment, he served for five years on the Laurel Park Board of Adjustment.

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- 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. 