CITY OF MONROE MAYOR
The City of Monroe has a strong Mayor / Council form of government, comprised of a Mayor and a six-member Town Council.The Mayor acts as the chief administrative officer responsible for managing the City. The City Council is dedicated to the concept of participatory government. They strive to provide numerous opportunities for the residents of Monroe to become involved in their government.The Mayor is elected at-large in partisan elections and serves a two-year term. City Council members are elected at-large in partisan elections for staggered four-year terms. The City Council provides the legislative and policy-making functions for City government, directing such action as required for the general welfare of the City through appropriate programs, services, and activities which promote confidence in City government.
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Surluta B. Anthony
(DEM)
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David Dotson
(REP)
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Protecting What Makes Monroe a Hometown
Current Occupation
Retired Law Enforcement Officer
In addition to serving on City Council, I am a Marine Corps veteran and recently retired after more than 25 years in law enforcement. Those experiences instilled in me the principle of service before self. Prior to my election, I served Monroe on both the Planning Board and the Airport Commission. On the Planning Board, I worked to address the impacts of rapid residential growth by advancing development ordinance changes that reduced density and increased transparency. On the Airport Commission, I helped with long-term planning for North Carolina’s second-busiest general aviation airport. Currently, I chair the Public Safety Committee, previously served as Mayor Pro Tem, and helped establish the Monroe Animal Welfare Committee.
Public safety will always come first. I will continue supporting strong partnerships between law enforcement, courts, and community leaders, while ensuring officers have the training and resources they need. Infrastructure is another top priority. Roads, utilities, and wastewater capacity must be treated as essentials. I will continue pushing for dedicated infrastructure funding, working with state leaders to bring more road funding back to Monroe, and supporting policies that require development to pay its fair share. Keeping Monroe affordable is critical. I did not vote to raise property taxes this year because it was not the right time to add pressure on families, retirees, and young people already facing the county re-evaluation.
With decades in law enforcement, I understand how important it is for officers to know they are supported by their elected leaders. Monroe is fortunate to have a professional, dedicated police department whose work makes our community safer. We don't have to change what works, but strengthen it. That includes improving coordination, expanding prevention efforts, and supporting a community-centered approach. I support focused deterrence for repeat offenders, continued collaboration with faith and community leaders, and exploring a community response network to help prevent retaliation after serious incidents. I also support stronger coordination between police, courts, and the District Attorney.
If you want to see my entire platform please visit: https://www.dotsonformonroe.com/platform
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