2025 North Carolina General Election

Jason Wells

Jason Wells (Mayor of Wallace, North Carolina, candidate 2025 ...

Jason is the current mayor of Wallace. He was first elected in 2023.

Uncertain about potential tax increases until county reevaluation is complete.

Supports a variety of school options, including public, private, and charter schools.

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

Supports school choice, which are programs and policies that allow families to use public school funds to access schools beyond their local option, including private schools.

Buket Urgen

Jason's campaign for Wallace Mayor is his first entry into politics. 

Said he cannot say whether or not taxes will increase until the county completes its reevaluation.

Economy

Public Services

Uncertain if taxes will increase, but suspects they will.

Housing & Urban Development

Public Safety

Transportation & Infrastructure

As of September 3, 2025, Jason Wells’s website did not contain information on this issue.

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.