Who is Amelia Stinson-Wesley, candidate for Pineville Town Council?
Name: Amelia Stinson-Wesley
Age as of Nov. 7, 2023: 55
Campaign website or social media page: facebook.com/AmeliaStinsonW
Occupation: Pastor
Education:
B.A. Meredith College
M.Div. Duke University
Have you run for elected office before? (Please list previous offices sought or held)
Former District 6 Board of Education representative, Ran for School Board at large, Currently Pineville Town Council member
Please list your highlights of civic involvement
Town Planning Board, Town Parks and Rec Advisory Committee, Advisor and Board Member, James K. Polk Site, Airport Community Roundtable, Emergency Shelter Task Force of Mecklenburg County
What are, in your view, the most important issues facing Pineville, and what would your approach be to handling them if elected?
Our most important issues are managing traffic and addressing development as our town grows. I want to keep density along existing corridors and work with the state to manage traffic along the state-owned roads that anchor our Town. I will continue to advocate for safe ways to move pedestrians across busy streets. I will ensure that our residents are able to enjoy our extensive parks and recreation facilities as we expand our programming.
Communities across Mecklenburg County have seen growth and development as well as a hot real estate market in recent years. How should Pineville approach development and housing issues?
I support the principles of the Town Comprehensive Plan, including walkability, connectivity and neighborhood preservation. We want a thriving downtown with sustainable economic development as well as community participation and support of our businesses.
What separates you from your opponent(s)?
I have lived in Pineville for 17 years. I have served at the county level of government, and I have formed relationships with state legislators. I bring experience in governing as well as knowledge of our Town and its issues.
What one professional or political accomplishment are you most proud of?
Getting a Domestic Violence policy passed as a member of the School Board for all CMS employees.
This story was originally published October 9, 2023 at 6:00 AM.
