Dexter Matthews

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Dexter Matthews is from Fayetteville, North Carolina. He has a bachelor of science and a master of science in environmental health from East Carolina University. He and his wife, Ann Matthews, have two children and three grandchildren. They have been permanent residents of Beaufort for over six and a half years. He attends Ann Street United Methodist Church.

Dexter Matthews (Beaufort Town Council, North Carolina, candidate ...

Dexter's campaign for Beaufort Town Commissioner is his first entry into politics. 

Supports adopting a capital improvement plan to guide investments in public facilities, equipment, and infrastructure.

Economy

Supports a transparent and accountable government by listening to residents, businesses, and organizations to ensure decisions reflect the will of the people.

Public Services

Supports "smart growth" that protects natural resources and is compatible with Beaufort's identity.

Supports "smart growth" that aligns with Beaufort's identity and protects natural resources, and believes in using government programs to make informed decisions on infrastructure needs.

Housing & Urban Development

Said, "Members of governing bodies should strive to make the best decisions possible in the best interest of the community which are consistent with and representative of the will of the electorate citizens."

Public Safety

Transportation & Infrastructure

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

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Melvin Cooper

Melvin Cooper (Beaufort Town Council, North Carolina, candidate ...

Melvin Cooper is from Havelock, North Carolina. He served in the U.S. Air Force. His career experience includes working as an educator. As of 2024, Cooper was affiliated with the Carteret County NAACP, the Carteret County Democratic Party, and the Port of Beaufort Cultural Club.

Melvin Cooper | Beaufort NC

Melvin is currently a commissioner on the Beaufort Board of Commissioners. He was elected in 2019 and is serving his first term. 

Plans to address affordable housing issues.

Supports reducing plastic use in Beaufort.

Supports abortion access and protecting women's rights.

Supports addressing affordable housing shortages and opposes converting houses into short-term rentals.

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

Supports protecting wetlands, which act as a barrier against storms and high water.

Supports giving teachers the education lottery funds for school supplies.

- Town commissioners serve as the legislative body for the town government. 
- Town commissioners have the authority to decide the services offered to the town, pass the budget, decide the property tax, acquire property, and enter into agreements with other governments. 
- The town commissioners can create or abolish any offices, positions, departments, etc. to improve the organization of the town. 
- Town commissioners may make investigations into the town or any of its departments or agencies. 
- Most town commissioners in Georgia are elected in odd years to staggered 4 year terms. Elections are nonpartisan. 