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Harley lives in Mitchell County, NC with her husband. She graduated from the 2024 Advanced Leadership Corp program at the University of North Carolina School of Government.

Harley is the co-owner and operator of Southern Ridge Cafe in Bakersville with her husband John. 

Harley Masters currently serves as a Mitchell County commissioner. She was elected in 2020 and is serving her first term.

Advocated transparency on the county's priorities with the community.

Supported the construction of a new recreation center and sheriff's office.

- Advocated transparency on the county's priorities with the community.
- Supported the construction of a new recreation center and sheriff's office.

Public Services

Said, "Our challenge as a county is to provide quality needed services in a sustainable way using good financial planning."

- Said, "Our challenge as a county is to provide quality needed services in a sustainable way using good financial planning."

Economy

As of June 14, 2024, Harley Masters did not have a website or any information online.

Education

Opposes gun control and supports law enforcement.

- Opposes gun control and supports law enforcement.

Public Safety

Housing & Urban Development

Transportation & Infrastructure

Harley Masters

Harley Masters currently serves as county commissioner in Mitchell County. She was elected in 2020 and has served one term.

As of June 14, 2024, Harley Masters did not have a website and did not complete our questionnaire.

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- County Commissioners oversee the administrative duties of your county’s government to ensure the safety, comfort, and well-being of county residents.
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- County Commissioners are elected to 4-year terms, with no term limits. Typically, you only vote for the County Commissioner that represents your county commission district.