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WHAT OFFICES ARE OPEN?
The Greensboro City Council is the governing body of the City of Greensboro. It is made up of one mayor and eight council who serve four-year terms. This municipal election is nonpartisan.
The mayor is elected citywide and serves as the presiding officer of the council. The mayor represents the entire city, provides leadership in setting priorities, and serves as Greensboro’s chief spokesperson in regional, state, and national matters.
DISTRICT COUNCIL MEMBERS
Five council members are elected by residents of specific districts within Greensboro. Their role is to represent the unique needs and concerns of their neighborhoods, ensuring local voices are heard in city decision-making.
AT-LARGE COUNCIL MEMBERS
Three members are elected by all Greensboro voters. They represent the city as a whole, balancing district-specific perspectives with citywide priorities.
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WHAT DOES CITY COUNCIL DO?
City Council sets and passes city policies, approves the budget, and decides how tax dollars are spent.
Members represent residents’ concerns, advocate for solutions, and ensure city departments deliver services effectively and fairly.
They guide decisions on land use, housing, and economic development, while also building partnerships and promoting initiatives that improve the overall quality of life in Greensboro.
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HOW DOES CITY COUNCIL AFFECT YOU?
YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD
Council decides how your area develops, what gets built, and how it stays safe.
YOUR TAXES
They set your property tax rate and choose how your money is spent.
YOUR DAILY COMMUTE
Roads, sidewalks, water, and utilities are planned and funded by them.
YOUR SERVICES
The quality of your trash pickup, parks, libraries, buses, and emergency response depends on their decisions.
YOUR HOUSING OPTIONS
Council influences housing costs, availability, and new construction in Greensboro.
YOUR VOICE
Council members represent your concerns and speak on your behalf at City Hall.
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