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Denis P. Bilodeau
Party:
Republican
Incumbent:
No
Previous experience in elected office:
Former Cornelius town commissioner (three times, once as Mayor Pro Tem); ran unsuccessfully in 2023 for mayor
Age:
70
Occupation:
Retired insurance executive and salesman
Description:
He says on his website that he is a strong advocate of improved infrastructure and traffic flow, safety “in our town and on the water,” expanding our parks and greenways and driving smart economic growth to better balance commercial / residential tax. He says his business background gives him a “fiscal conservative approach.” He believes that traffic congestion is one of the most important issues that Cornelius faces.
Other personal:
Bilodeau has a bachelor’s degree from the University of Connecticut and was a former president of North Mecklenburg Rotary Club. He is a grandfather of three and a registered Republican.
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