2025 North Carolina General Election

Violet Arth

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Walter Ley

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Violet is currently a member of the Shelby City Council, representing Ward 4. She has served on the council for four years.

Supports the job-ready shell building program to attract industry, create jobs, and expand the tax base without raising fees or taxes.

Economy

Supports the job-ready shell building program to attract industry, create jobs, and expand the tax base for public services without raising fees or taxes.

Public Services

Supports increasing affordable housing in Shelby.

Housing & Urban Development

As of September 3, 2025, Violet Arth did not have a website or any information online.

Public Safety

Supports making capital improvements to infrastructure.

Transportation & Infrastructure

Education

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- City council members represent either the whole city or residents of a specific district. 

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