Terry Bellamy Age: 33Residence: West AshevilleOccupation: Marketing and development manager, Mountain Housing OpportunitiesYears in Asheville: 33Education: B.A. in English (UNC-Charlotte); enrolled in Duke University Nonprofit Certification Program; working on M.A. in English (WCU)Political party: DemocratPolitical experience: Six years on City Council What most distinguishes you from your opponent in this election? “I present a comprehensive … Read more
A casual mention by a Methodist friend of mine has led me to study the life and works of Cyril of Alexandria, a fifth-century C.E. theologian and scholar who was archbishop of Alexandria (a title he apparently inherited from his uncle Theophilus). One writer referred to Cyril as “an ill-tempered, quarrelsome, hasty and violent man.” … Read more
Cheap tricks deny rich heritage I feel the slogan Buncombe County’s Tourism and Development Authority (TDA) selected for Asheville (“Asheville: Any Way You Want It”) is wrong. Permit me to expand on these feelings. First, Asheville and Western North Carolina are rich in and renowned for our history, scenery, architecture, music, arts and crafts, independence … Read more
Candidate Q&A Terry Bellamy Robin Cape Joe Dunn Bryan Freeborn Holly Jones Carl Mumpower Chris Pelly Keith Thomson For even more candidate information, see Xpress’ 2005 primary guide. by Peter Gregutt Asheville’s upcoming general election could dramatically alter the orientation of city government — or leave it virtually unchanged. Depending on the outcome, there could … Read more
Keith Thomson Age: 45Residence: Near UNCAOccupation: Computer-network-systems engineer, small-business ownerYears in Asheville: Since 1981, except to attend school in Chapel HillEducation: B.A. (UNCA), M.A. (UNC-Chapel Hill)Political party: DemocratPolitical experience: Asheville City Schools (Budget Advisory Committee, Innovation Task Force, PTO president); Children First of Buncombe County; Asheville-Buncombe Clean Air Community Trust; YMI Cultural Center; Citizens for … Read more
Chris Pelly Age: 48Residence: Haw CreekOccupation: Real-estate brokerYears in Asheville: 15Education: Arizona State UniversityPolitical party: DemocratPolitical experience: Ran for City Council 2003; president, Coalition of Asheville Neighborhoods 2004 to present; president, Haw Creek Community Association, 1995 to 2004 What most distinguishes you from your opponents in this election? “I am experienced and have a track … Read more
Carl Mumpower Age: 52Residence: Town MountainOccupation: PsychologistYears in Asheville: Most of my lifeEducation: M.A. in education (Western Carolina University), M.S.W. (University of Georgia), Ph.D. in psychology (Union Institute)Political party: RepublicanPolitical experience: Four years on City Council, two as vice mayor What most distinguishes you from your opponents in this election? “I am dedicated in word … Read more
Holly Jones Age: 43Residence: Montford HillsOccupation: Executive director, YWCA of AshevilleYears in Asheville: 9Education: B.A. in public-policy analysis (UNC-Chapel Hill), master’s in divinity (Duke University), master’s in public health (Chapel Hill)Political party: DemocratPolitical experience: Four years on City Council, community-based organizing for housing, children and health care What most distinguishes you from your opponents in … Read more
Bryan Freeborn Age: 29Residence: West AshevilleOccupation: Self-employed carpenterYears in Asheville: 4Education: B.A. in history (Evergreen State College), pursuing master’s in public affairs (WCU)Political party: DemocratPolitical experience: Asheville Transit Commission, Democratic Party State Executive Committee, Young Democrats, active on environmental and transit issues, prior City Council campaign What most distinguishes you from your opponents in this … Read more
Joe Dunn Age: 61Residence: South AshevilleOccupation: Retired dentistYears in Asheville: 44Education: B.A. (UNC), D.M.D. (University of Louisville)Political party: RepublicanPolitical experience: Four years on City Council What most distinguishes you from your opponent in this election? “[I am not] afraid to take a position. I tried hard to find a solution to the water debate. I … Read more
