Amanda Underwood is originally from Clayton and she now lives downtown with her family just a few miles from where she grew up. She holds a bachelor's degree in political science from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.

Amanda is the founder of Underwood Creative, where she helps clients build brands, design websites, and communicate. 

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.

- 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.

- Supports transparency in government spending and decision-making.

Public Services

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

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

- Believes in making utility billing clearer, zoning fairer, and housing policies more inclusive.
- Believes in intentional growth, supporting infrastructure, housing diversity, and policies that benefit "everyday residents, not just developers."

Housing & Urban Development

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

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.

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

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Councilmember Andria Archer | Clayton, NC

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 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 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.

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

Andria Archer

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

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 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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Dan is from Clayton. He attended Johnston Community College.


Dan is a graphic designer. He owns Barbour Shop Creative Services. 

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

Dan's campaign for Clayton Town Council in North Carolina is his first entry into politics.

Supports events that will boost downtown's economy.

Opposes the Town's purchase of the Mule Stable, citing "careless planning" and "expensive surprises" for taxpayers.

Wants to reduce spending on "unnecessary studies, consultants, and wasteful projects that sound good on paper but drain resources."

Supports removing "unnecessary barriers" and "cutting unnecessary costs" for small businesses.

- Supports events that will boost downtown's economy.
- Opposes the Town's purchase of the Mule Stable, citing "careless planning" and "expensive surprises" for taxpayers.
- Wants to reduce spending on "unnecessary studies, consultants, and wasteful projects that sound good on paper but drain resources."
- Supports removing "unnecessary barriers" and "cutting unnecessary costs" for small businesses.

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

Supports "smart growth" through development paying its fair share, protecting existing neighborhoods, supporting infrastructure, and improving quality of life.

Supports "smart growth" through development paying its fair share, protecting existing neighborhoods, and improving quality of life.

- Supports local events that promote community engagement and support local artists and businesses, such as The Night Market in Horne Square.
- Supports "smart growth" through development paying its fair share, protecting existing neighborhoods, and improving quality of life.

Said, "I am not anti-growth. Clayton has a lot to offer, and new families and businesses are going to keep coming here whether we like it or not."

- Said, "I am not anti-growth. Clayton has a lot to offer, and new families and businesses are going to keep coming here whether we like it or not."

Wants to invest in public safety before approving new subdivisions.

- Wants to invest in public safety before approving new subdivisions.

Supports investing in roads, utilities, and public safety before approving new subdivisions.

Supports investing in roads and utilities before approving new subdivisions.

Wants to invest in water and sewer infrastructure.

- Supports investing in roads and utilities before approving new subdivisions.
- Wants to invest in water and sewer infrastructure.

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

Dan Barbour

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.

Planning Board | Clayton, NC

Jason earned a bachelor's degree in accounting from North Carolina State University. He is currently a member of the Clayton Planning Board. He was appointed in January 2025.

Jason is a licensed building contractor and real estate broker. He has also had a career with Deere and Company as well as Federal Signal Corporation.

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Jason's campaign for Clayton Town Council is his first entry into politics.

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Jason E. Carter

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.

Jason E. Carter is a 7th-generation Johnston County resident. He earned a bachelor's degree in accounting from North Carolina State University. 

Jason owns a farm in Johnston County and has more than 20 years experience working for capital equipment manufacturers Deere and Company and Federal Signal Corporation. 

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.

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Porter grew up in Clayton. He attended Clayton High School and UNC-Chapel Hill, where he earned degrees in political science and economics. 


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.

Supports building a diversified tax base to reduce the tax burden on current residents.

Advocates for "continued fiscal responsibility and transparency in how we use your tax dollars."

Wants to attract diverse businesses and recreational opportunities to Clayton.

- Supports building a diversified tax base to reduce the tax burden on current residents.
- Advocates for "continued fiscal responsibility and transparency in how we use your tax dollars."
- Wants to attract diverse businesses and recreational opportunities to Clayton.

Wants to expand Clayton Parks and Recreation by building a new Senior and Multi-Generational Center.

Wants to focus on creating parks and green spaces for families and building a pedestrian-friendly downtown.

- Wants to expand Clayton Parks and Recreation by building a new Senior and Multi-Generational Center.
- Wants to focus on creating parks and green spaces for families and building a pedestrian-friendly downtown.

As of September 4, 2025, Porter Casey, Jr.’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Wants to build two new public safety centers to enhance community safety and reduce response times.

Supports maintaining a vibrant downtown area with improved parking, pedestrian safety, and streetscape enhancements.

- Wants to build two new public safety centers to enhance community safety and reduce response times.
- Supports maintaining a vibrant downtown area with improved parking, pedestrian safety, and streetscape enhancements.

Supports encouraging "strategic, steady growth that aligns with our infrastructure and community needs."

Believes planning for infrastructure needs like wastewater treatment, roads, and parking is essential to support Clayton's growth.

- Supports encouraging "strategic, steady growth that aligns with our infrastructure and community needs."
- Believes planning for infrastructure needs like wastewater treatment, roads, and parking is essential to support Clayton's growth.

Porter Casey, Jr.

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. 