James Cantrell

- Town council members serve as the governing body of the town, along with the mayor. 
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- 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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Buket Urgen

James Cantrell is currently councilman representing District Two. He was elected in 2021 and has served one term.

Mills River Town Council election: James Cantrell

Councilman James Cantrell | Mills River, NC

Democrat challenges Moffitt, two school board incumbents file for re ...

Said, "Our tax rate does not need to be raised for new projects or services in the town. Instead, we need to continue attracting good businesses here so that we can keep our tax base high while keeping our tax rate low."

Supports completing the park before starting any new construction on Town Hall.

Supports affordable housing and high-density zoning.

As of January 5, 2026, James Cantrell’s website did not contain information on this issue.