David Dotson is married and has children.

David Dotson earned a bachelor's degree in criminal justice from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte.

David is a police officer. He previously served in the U.S. Marine Corps.

David currently works as a police officer. He served in the U.S. Marine Corps.

David is currently a Monroe City Council member.

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David currently serves as a member of the Monroe City Council. He was first elected in 2023 and is serving his first term.

David Dotson For Mayor

Believes in "responsible spending" and opposes "unnecessary tax increases."

Plans to use "fair impact and permitting fees" to pay for growth.

- Believes in "responsible spending" and opposes "unnecessary tax increases."
- Plans to use "fair impact and permitting fees" to pay for growth.

Economy

As of January 2, 2026, David Dotson’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Public Services

Supports managing growth wisely through controlled, responsible development that protects infrastructure, preserves community character, and maintains small-town values.

Plans to "restore local control over zoning."

- Supports managing growth wisely through controlled, responsible development that protects infrastructure, preserves community character, and maintains small-town values.
- Plans to "restore local control over zoning."

Housing & Urban Development

Supports strong law enforcement and public safety measures.

Supports a community centered strategy that brings to reduce violent crime through focused deterrence, prevention, and accountability.

Plans to "[u[se code enforcement as a proactive tool to stabilize neighborhoods" by responding to "abandoned vehicles, illegal parking in yards, and chronic property neglect."

- Supports strong law enforcement and public safety measures.
- Supports a community centered strategy that brings to reduce violent crime through focused deterrence, prevention, and accountability.
- Plans to "[u[se code enforcement as a proactive tool to stabilize neighborhoods" by responding to "abandoned vehicles, illegal parking in yards, and chronic property neglect."

Public Safety

Plans to establish a dedicated infrastructure fund for maintenance and improvements.

Plans to "[r]equire City Council approval before utility capacity is committed outside city limits" and to develop a plan to restore wastewater capacity.

- Plans to establish a dedicated infrastructure fund for maintenance and improvements.
- Plans to "[r]equire City Council approval before utility capacity is committed outside city limits" and to develop a plan to restore wastewater capacity.

Transportation & Infrastructure

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Pat Kahle has a husband. She currently volunteers at the South Piedmont Community College Board of Trustees, the Monroe Rotary Club, and the Alex Kahle Foundation as the chair, co-treasurer, and vice chair respectively. 

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Pat is retired. She previously worked as the president of Union County Chamber. She also worked as a senior vice president and director of retail operations in the banking industry and has been the owner of various retail locations. 

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Plans to increase economic development by investing in "strategic assets" such as airport and infrastructure, revitalizing downtown, and attracting high-tech industries.

Wants to attract high-tech industries that create high-demand, well-paying jobs and expands the commercial tax base.

Plans to provide "enhanced training programs" for residents to prepare them for future jobs.

Plans to support local businesses, streamline city processes, and build partnerships to promote entrepreneurship.

Values transparent leadership, responsible fiscal management, and "common-sense governance" that puts residents first.

- Plans to increase economic development by investing in "strategic assets" such as airport and infrastructure, revitalizing downtown, and attracting high-tech industries.
- Wants to attract high-tech industries that create high-demand, well-paying jobs and expands the commercial tax base.
- Plans to provide "enhanced training programs" for residents to prepare them for future jobs.
- Plans to support local businesses, streamline city processes, and build partnerships to promote entrepreneurship.
- Values transparent leadership, responsible fiscal management, and "common-sense governance" that puts residents first.

Wants to foster teamwork between elected officials, community stakeholders, and policymakers.

As of January 2, 2026, Pat Kahle’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Plans to enhance public safety by supporting police, fire, and first responder departments and ensuring they have the necessary tools, resources, and trust.

- Plans to enhance public safety by supporting police, fire, and first responder departments and ensuring they have the necessary tools, resources, and trust.

Pat Kahle

- The mayor leads the executive branch of local government, presiding over city council meetings, making sure city departments run smoothly, and providing services to citizens. 
- The mayor attends and runs City Council meetings, serving as an important leader for how local laws get set. These laws affect local services, such as Police, City Planning, Parks & Recreation, and Transportation.  
- The Mayor in some circumstances may vote to break a tie in council meetings. They do not have veto power.

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