Heather Smallwood, Huntersville commission candidate, answers our questions
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Name: Heather Smallwood Birthdate: Dec. 14, 1974 Campaign website or social media page: www.electheathersmallwood.com
Occupation: Chief Household Officer Education: B.S., University of North Carolina at Charlotte Have you run for elected office before? (Please list previous offices sought or held)
No
Please list your highlights of civic involvement Prior PTA School Board member/VP Fundraising, North Meck Republicans/Fundraising, Delegate for Meck GOP, 207 Precinct Official/Poll greeter.
What are the most important issues facing Huntersville today, and how would you address them? Responsible growth and public safety are important issues. Require impact studies before approving development, and ensure infrastructure can support it. Developers should help fund roads and sidewalks. Fully support HPD—staffing, training, equipment, and pay. Advocate for a school resource officer in every school by partnering with CMS and the county on funding.
How would you ensure Huntersville’s growth doesn’t outpace its infrastructure? Huntersville is already experiencing significant growth. It’s time to enforce our existing ordinances. New projects should align with our long-term vision—prioritizing infrastructure capacity, traffic flow, school enrollment, and utility impact.
How would you work to improve traffic and road congestion as Huntersville continues to grow? I would work with state legislators to help accelerate the funding on road projects that have already been approved.
Do you support implementing a local sales tax to fund transit improvements? Why or why not?
No. Sales taxes disproportionately affects low income households as they spend a larger share of income on taxable goods. Past delays with the red line has also raised trust issues. What guarantees are in place to ensure North Meck sees real benefits?
Why should voters choose you over others who are in the race? I’m not new to Huntersville, but I am a new voice for its citizens. I’m approachable and have my finger on the pulse of residents’ concerns. I’m not running to be a politician—I’m running because I care. I listen, I show up, and I’ll fight for responsible growth, safe neighborhoods, and transparent government. Huntersville deserves leadership that truly hears you.
