Amanda Underwood

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Amanda Underwood is a lifelong advocate for Clayton, where she now lives downtown with her family just a few miles from where she grew up. She holds a degree in political science from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.

Amanda is the founder of Underwood Creative, where she helps clients across North Carolina and beyond build compelling brands, design accessible websites, and communicate with clarity and purpose. She holds a degree in Political Science from UNC Chapel Hill and brings nearly two decades of professional experience in strategic communications, design, and public engagement.

Amanda Underwood (Clayton Town Council, North Carolina ...

Amanda's campaign for Clayton Town Council Member is her first entry into politics. 

Advocates for fair treatment of local vendors and investing in Clayton's small businesses and creatives.

Economy

Supports transparency in government spending and decision-making.

Public Services

Believes in making utility billing clearer, zoning fairer, and housing policies more inclusive.

Housing & Urban Development

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

Public Safety

Believes in intentional growth, supporting infrastructure, housing diversity, and policies that benefit "everyday residents, not just developers."

Transportation & Infrastructure

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Andria Archer

Andria Archer earned a bachelor of science in geology from Michigan State University. She lives in Clayton, North Carolina, with her two children.

Andria is currently a council member for the Town of Clayton. She was elected in 2021 and her term expires in 2025.

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

Andria Archer is from Clayton, North Carolina. She has a bachelor's degree in environmental studies from Michigan State University. She lives with her two children in Clayton.

Andria is the director of environmental assessments at WithersRavenel. She previously worked as a hydrogeologist and supervisor at the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality. Before that, she taught science at Southwest Randolph High School and Knightdale High School.

Andria is currently a council member for the Town of Clayton. She was elected in December 2021 and her term expires in 2025.

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Councilmember Andria Archer | Clayton, NC

Andria Archer (Clayton Town Council, North Carolina, candidate ...

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Andria is currently a councilmember on the Clayton Town Council. She was elected in 2021 and is serving her first term.

Dan Barbour

Dan Barbour (Clayton Town Council, North Carolina, candidate ...

Dan Barbour is running for election to the Clayton Town Council in North Carolina. Barbour is on the ballot in the general election on November 4, 2025.

Supports events that will boost downtown's economy.

Supports local events that promote community engagement and support local artists and businesses, such as The Night Market in Horne Square.

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

Jason E. Carter

Jason E. Carter (Clayton Town Council, North Carolina, candidate ...

Planning Board | Clayton, NC

Jason is currently a member of the Clayton Planning Board. He was appointed in 2023.

As of September 4, 2025, Jason E. Carter did not have a website or any information online.

Keith Branch

Keith Branch (Clayton Town Council, North Carolina, candidate ...

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Keith previously served as an elected official for the NC Johnston County Board of Commissioners and the Johnston County Board of Education.

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

Porter Casey, Jr.

Porter Casey Jr. (Clayton Town Council, North Carolina, candidate ...

Porter is currently a member of the Clayton Town Council. He was elected in 2021 and is serving his first term.

As of September 4, 2025, Porter Casey, Jr. did not have a website or any information online.

- Town council members serve as the governing body of the town, along with the mayor. 
- The town council members make policy decisions for the town, including creating ordinances, policies, and making agreements with other governments. 
- The town council can amend and revise town policies, as well as approve or reject the town budget. 
- The town council is also in charge of the appointment of advisory boards, commissions, task forces, committees, the town manager, and the town attorney. 
- Members of the town council are elected to staggered 4 year terms. 