2025 North Carolina General Election

P. J. Rathbone

Buket Urgen

P.J. Rathbone - Ballotpedia

P.J. is currently the mayor of High Shoals. He was elected in 2019 and is serving his first term.

Supports using state grants for community development, as seen in High Shoals' recent $900,000 grant to update homes.

Economy

Supports community revitalization through state grants, like the recent $900,000 grant for home renovations in High Shoals.

Public Services

Supports using state grants to update homes in High Shoals.

Housing & Urban Development

As of September 3, 2025, P. J. Rathbone did not have a website or any information online.

Public Safety

Transportation & Infrastructure

Education

- The mayor leads the executive branch of local government, presiding over city council meetings, making sure city departments run smoothly, and providing services to citizens. 
- The mayor attends and runs City Council meetings, serving as an important leader for how local laws get set. These laws affect local services, such as Police, City Planning, Parks & Recreation, and Transportation.  
- The Mayor in some circumstances may vote to break a tie in council meetings. They do not have veto power.