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Autumn Rierson Michael is from Salisbury, North Carolina. She has a bachelor's degree in political science from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and a master's degree in historic preservation from the University of Georgia. She lives with her husband, Jeff Michael, and their four children in Davidson. She attends Davidson College Presbyterian Church.

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Autumn is the past Executive Director of the Davidson Lands Conservancy. She previously worked as a land use attorney and taught land use and historic preservation law as an adjunct professor at UNC Greensboro and the University of Pennsylvania for two decades.

Autumn is currently a member of the Davidson Town Board. She was first elected in 2017 and is currently serving her third term.

Economy

As a town commissioner, expanded the local historic district and purchased the South Street school for public facilities.

Supports creating sidewalk and greenway extensions and improvements that promote alternative modes of transportation to vehicle use.

Public Services

As a town commissioner, supported hiring a full-time Affordable Housing and Equity Director and establishing an Affordable Housing advisory board.

Housing & Urban Development

Believes in proper enforcement of laws and ordinances, and supports educational campaigns aimed at distracted drivers and pedestrians.

Public Safety

Supports more public parking, public transit options and sidewalk enhancements. More greenways, bike racks and a car-free downtown on weekends.

Transportation & Infrastructure

As of September 4, 2025, Autumn Rierson Michael did not have a website or any information online.

Education

Connie Wessner

Connie Wessner earned a bachelor of arts in history from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and a master of arts in teaching from the American University. She lives in Davidson, North Carolina, with her husband, Dave, and their son.

Connie previously served as an elected Town Board Commissioner for the Town of Davidson from 2009 to 2013.

Believes figuring out how to keep existing resources is crucial for closing the affordability gap.

Supports balancing open space and development, prioritizing tree canopy, and preserving open spaces in development plans.

Supports using town-owned land to create affordable housing and reinvesting public resources for long-term sustainability.

As of September 4, 2025, Connie Wessner did not have a website or any information online.

Supports VisionZero initiatives to improve road safety in Davidson.

Supports VisionZero initiatives to enhance road safety in Davidson, emphasizing infrastructure improvements recommended by the Pedestrian Safety Task Force.

David Lusk

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David Lusk's campaign for Davidson Town Commissioner is his first entry into politics.

As of September 4, 2025, David Lusk did not have a website or any information online.

Ryan Fay

Ryan Fay is from the San Francisco area. He has a bachelor's degree in history from Duke University. He lives with his wife, Jaymi, and their two children in the Kimberly/Hudson Place neighborhood.

Ryan is the Director of Business Operations for the Scott Clark Auto Group, where he manages the day-to-day operations of three dealerships. He oversees multi-million-dollar monthly budgets and makes strategic decisions that affect the business and its 500 employees. He has also developed and managed an internship program in Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools and Union County Public Schools for students interested in automotive trades or marketing and business.

Ryan is currently a member of the Davidson Town Board. He was first elected in 2021 and is serving his second term. 

Supports increasing community involvement and connectedness.

Supports sustainable development that aligns with residents' needs and protects natural resources.

Supports improving the affordable housing program to ensure everyone has an opportunity to live in the town.

Supports increasing funding for local police and fire departments.

Plans to improve infrastructure to keep pace with population growth and prioritize pedestrian safety.

Supports internship programs in public schools.

Steve Justus

Steve Justus is from Davidson, North Carolina. He has a bachelor's degree from Davidson College and a medical degree from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. He lives with his wife, Phyl, and their four children in Davidson. 

Steve is currently a commissioner for the Town of Davidson. He was elected in 2023 and is serving his first term.

As of September 4, 2025, Steve Justus did not have a website or any information online.

Supports improving air quality monitoring in Latino and historically Black communities to provide real-time data and advocate for cleaner air.

Supports the installation of air quality monitors in North Mecklenburg communities to provide real-time data on air quality and heat.

Tracy Mattison Brandon

Tracy is currently a Davidson Town Commissioner. She was first elected in 2021 and is currently serving her second term.

As of September 4, 2025, Tracy Mattison Brandon did not have a website or any information online.

- 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. 

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