Charles Bullock, candidate for mayor of Knightdale, NC
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Two people want to become Knightdale’s next mayor.
Incumbent Jessica Day was appointed to the seat earlier this year after James Roberson was appointed to fill a seat in the N.C. House of Representatives seat. She faces former council member Charles Bullock.
Early voting in the Nov. 2 election begins Oct. 14 and runs through Oct. 30.
To find polling places and full details on early voting, visit wakevotesearly.com or contact the Board of Elections at 919-404-4040 or voter@wakegov.com
Name: Charles Bullock
Age: 75
Residence: 316 Third Ave.
Occupation: Retired
Education: High School, Kings Business College
Political or civic experience: Nine years town council, 11 years Knightdale fireman, Scouts, Knightdale Planning Board, Wake County KAB Board, Wake County Landuse Committee, Assistant State Captain NC Patriots Guard, Knightdale Public Works, NC National Guard, US Army
Campaign website: N/A
In August, Knightdale Mayor Jessica Day ordered a mask mandate unlike some other Wake County towns. Do you agree with this decision?
No, I believe that the citizens have that choice. The citizens are responsible enough to maintain their health with a warning, not by mandate.
What is Knightdale doing right, and wrong, on managing growth?
Growth is abundant, but traffic congestion is bad. Preservation of trees.
If elected, what would your two or three priorities be during your first year in office?
Traffic congestion, open government
What unique skills or life perspective would you bring to city governance?
Living in Knightdale since 1971. Served on town council nine years. Served as a fireman, various organizations in the community.
This story was originally published October 15, 2021 at 1:56 PM with the headline "Charles Bullock, candidate for mayor of Knightdale, NC."
