In North Carolina, statewide general elections occur every two years (in even-numbered years), on the Tuesday following the first Monday of November (NC State Board of Elections and Ethics Enforcement 2018). During odd-numbered years, statewide general elections are held to elect governing officials, such as mayor, city council, town council, etc. (In 2016,
Winston-Salem’s municipal elections were also moved to even-numbered years). These elected officials govern cities, villages and towns across North Carolina, and they directly impact the day-to-day lives of the citizens they serve. As such, it is imperative that elected officials are representative of the population to promote equity and allow everyone’s voice to be heard.
Source: NC State Board of Elections and Ethics Enforcement 2018.
29