R. Keith Shackleford

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Haseeb Fatmi

Wake Forest candidate Haseeb Fatmi champions thoughtful ...

Haseeb Fatmi earned a bachelor’s degree in political science and international studies from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and a law degree from Fordham University. He lives with his wife in Wake Forest.

Haseeb is an attorney at Ogletree Deakins, where he practices employment law. He previously worked in private practice litigation, completed federal clerkships, including with the chief bankruptcy judge in the Northern District of New York, and served as a Special Assistant U.S. Attorney handling Social Security disability cases.

Haseeb Fatmi (Wake Forest Town Council, North Carolina ...

Haseeb's campaign for Wake Forest Town Commissioner is his first entry into politics.

Opposes "bullseye development," which concentrates jobs and retail in one area while housing sprawls outward, forcing long commutes. Instead, supports "pocket" or "core" development, smaller hubs that combine housing, schools, shops, and offices.

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

Supports targeted micro transit, bike lanes, and safer walking routes, but only if they’re integrated into the planning process.

Jasmine Zavala

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Jasmine Zavala is from Wake Forest, North Carolina. She has a bachelor’s degree in political science from Meredith College and a master’s degree in public administration from the University of North Carolina Wilmington. She lives with her husband and their five rescue pets in Wake Forest.

Jasmine is a small business manager at Los Tres Magueyes. She previously worked as a teacher in low-income communities in Eastern North Carolina through Teach for America. 

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Jasmine's campaign for Wake Forest Town Commissioner is her first entry into politics.

Prioritizes addressing housing affordability.

Supports ensuring affordable housing options for young families, seniors, and long-time residents.

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

Supports the planning of an Amtrak station, corridor revitalizations, and steps to improve walkability and biking access in Wake Forest.

Nick Sliwinski

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Nick is currently a commissioner on Wake Forest's board of commissioners. He is running for his second term.

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

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Thomas Dement

Thomas Dement is a Wake County native and proud resident of Wake Forest for 18 years. A dedicated husband and father of two, Thomas is deeply invested in the future of the town he and his family call home. A committed member and active volunteer at The Summit Church, Thomas also gives his time to a local animal rescue organization—reflecting his heart for service and compassion for both people and animals. This dedication to community, combined with his professional experience, has inspired him to run for Town Commissioner.

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Thomas's campaign for Wake Forest Town Commissioner is his first entry into politics. 

Supports small businesses and restaurants by streamlining permits and promoting local spending.

Plans to revitalize aging commercial corridors like South Main Street and Capital Boulevard to enhance their attractiveness and accessibility.

Supports expanding community events and programming to support vendors and attract visitors to town.

Opposes higher taxes and believes in "smarter leadership" to manage existing funds.

Believes in "clear, smart planning and holding ourselves accountable in execution" to avoid past mistakes.

Believes in building roads, sidewalks, and greenways before or alongside new development.

Supports improving walkability and bike-friendliness.

Supports preserving and improving greenspaces, expanding parks, and connecting greenways to enhance community recreation and safety.

Supports revitalizing aging commercial corridors like South Main Street and Capital Boulevard to improve their attractiveness and accessibility.

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

Believes roads, sidewalks, and greenways should be built before or alongside new development.

Supports improving walkability and bike-friendliness to enhance safety and accessibility for all.

- 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. 