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Robert Carney
Party:
Republican
Incumbent:
Yes
Previous experience in elected office:
Currently on the Cornelius Board of Commissioners (2023-Present)
Age:
44
Occupation:
Former Executive Director of Economic Development for both Iredell and Cabarrus counties; former Chair of the Economic Development Advisory Council for Charlotte Regional Partnership
Description:
Carney wants fiscally responsible growth, management of traffic issues, enhanced public safety and improvements in quality of life. He believes his background in economic development can help him continue to support the healthy growth of Cornelius. He supports the sales tax referendum for transportation because “the road needs are incredible.”
Other personal:
Carney has lived in Cornelius with his family for a decade. In his spare time, he enjoys fly fishing, mountain biking and working out at CrossFit Cornelius. He is a registered Republican and endorsed by MeckGOP.
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