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Wil Russell
Party:
Democratic
Incumbent:
No
Previous experience in elected office:
None
Age:
~47
Occupation:
Affordable housing construction manager for Harmon Construction Services and Laurel Street Residential
Description:
Russell’s platform centers on affordable housing, clean neighborhoods, public safety, improved transit, support for small businesses, and revitalizing areas like Northlake Mall. He serves on the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Planning Commission and was endorsed by Mayor Vi Lyles in the 2023 election. At the time, WFAE called out the “rare primary endorsement” and suggested it was an attempt by the mayor to “bend the City Council to her liking” after District 4 Council Member Renee Johnson opposed the controversial housing ordinance that Lyles supported.
Other personal:
Russell has lived in Charlotte for over 20 years. He holds a B.S. in Building Construction from Auburn University. He is married with two young children. He is a member of First Missionary Baptist Church.