Mayor Pro Tem Dennis Gay | Indian Trail, NC

Dennis is a lifelong resident of Indian Trail. He graduated from Sun Valley High School and earned a Bachelor of Science in industrial technology with a minor in business administration from Appalachian State University. 

Dennis is currently a member of the Indian Trail Town Council. He was elected in November 2021 and is serving a four-year term. 

Supports slowing residential growth and increasing commercial and light industrial growth to create a balanced economy and higher-paying jobs.

- Supports slowing residential growth and increasing commercial and light industrial growth to create a balanced economy and higher-paying jobs.

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Supports the construction of a community center.

- Supports the construction of a community center.

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

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Dennis Gay

Dennis is a lifelong resident of Indian Trail. He graduated from Sun Valley High School and earned a Bachelor of Science in industrial technology with a minor in business administration from Appalachian State University. He lives in Indian Trail, North Carolina.

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Wants to slow residential growth and increase commercial and light industrial growth to maintain a healthy balance for the Town.

Jerel Sangandi (Indian Trail Town Council, North Carolina ...

Jerel's campaign for Indian Trail Town Council Member is his first entry into politics.

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

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Marcus John McIntyre (Indian Trail Town Council, North Carolina ...

Indian Trail Town Council divided over social media posts ...

Marcus's previously turned on the Indian Trail Town Council from 2018 to 2023.

As of September 4, 2025, Marcus John McIntyre did not have a website or any information online.

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Marcus's campaign for Indian Trail Town Council Member is his first entry into politics.

Raven Faherty (Indian Trail Town Council, North Carolina ...

Raven Faherty is from St. Petersburg, Florida. He has an associate degree from Central Piedmont Community College. He lives in Indian Trail, North Carolina.

Raven's campaign for Indian Trail Town Council Member is his first entry into politics. 

Believes the government should be more financially transparent, saying, "There is corruption, and it should not be hidden."

- Believes the government should be more financially transparent, saying, "There is corruption, and it should not be hidden."
- Opposes "unnecessary" tax increases.

Supports the reintroduction of glass recycling in Indian Trail.

Wants voters to have a say in whether new parks are built.

- Supports the reintroduction of glass recycling in Indian Trail.
- Wants voters to have a say in whether new parks are built.

Opposes building more housing developments until road infrastructure is improved.

Said, "I want to see change and help those in need of a home, but I DO NOT want to see panhandlers on our roads bothering hard working citizens..."

- Opposes building more housing developments until road infrastructure is improved.
- Said, "I want to see change and help those in need of a home, but I DO NOT want to see panhandlers on our roads bothering hard working citizens..."

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

Opposes "the gay pride agenda regarding indoctrination of our young."

Supports schools and community programs for younger generations.

- Opposes "the gay pride agenda regarding indoctrination of our young."
- Supports schools and community programs for younger generations.

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- Believes the government should be more financially transparent, saying, "There is corruption, and it should not be hidden."

- Supports schools and community programs for younger generations.

Supports school policies that benefit future generations.

Richard Ray Sayre II (Indian Trail Town Council, North Carolina ...

Richard Ray Sayre II earned a bachelor’s degree from DeVry University in 1985. He has been a resident of Indian Trail since 2014. He is a member of the Baptist church.

Richard Ray Sayre II's campaign for Indian Trail Town Council Member is his first entry into politics.

Supports increasing sewer capacity to allow for more commercial development.

- Supports increasing sewer capacity to allow for more commercial development.

Supports government transparency and believes finances should be accessible to constituents at all times, without any hidden transactions.

- Supports government transparency and believes finances should be accessible to constituents at all times, without any hidden transactions.

Supports limiting future residential construction to the current zoning plan and maintaining requirements for developers to build quality housing at an affordable price with supporting infrastructure for walkable areas.

- Supports limiting future residential construction to the current zoning plan and maintaining requirements for developers to build quality housing at an affordable price with supporting infrastructure for walkable areas.

As of September 4, 2025, Richard Ray Sayre II did not have a website or any information online.

Richard Ray Sayre II

Supports increasing sewer capacity to allow more commercial development.

Sean Matteson (Indian Trail Town Council, North Carolina ...

Sean's campaign for Indian Trail Town Council Member is his first entry into politics.

Supports ensuring transparency and accountability in budgeting.

- Supports ensuring transparency and accountability in budgeting.

Supports investing in infrastructure improvements, including roads, parks, and public spaces, to make Indian Trail safer and more welcoming.

- Supports investing in infrastructure improvements, including roads, parks, and public spaces, to make Indian Trail safer and more welcoming.

Supports "smarter growth" and improved traffic planning to reduce congestion and preserve the town's character.

- Supports "smarter growth" and improved traffic planning to reduce congestion and preserve the town's character.

As of September 4, 2025, Sean Matteson’s website did not contain information on this issue.

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

Supports investing in infrastructure improvements, including roads, parks, and public spaces, to enhance safety and create a more welcoming environment in Indian Trail.

Supports smarter growth and improved traffic planning to reduce congestion.

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Tom Amburgey is from Middletown, Ohio. He moved to North Carolina in 1999 and has been a resident of Indian Trail since 2002, along with his wife and two sons.

Tom is a restaurant industry professional who has worked in the field for more than 30 years. He is also a veteran, having spent eight years in the Army.

Tom is currently a member of the Indian Trail Town Council. He was elected in 2021 and is serving his first term.

Plans to create a downtown area that will become a focal point for Indian Trail and set the town apart from surrounding communities.

- Plans to create a downtown area that will become a focal point for Indian Trail and set the town apart from surrounding communities.

Supports the proposal for a new park in the area, saying, "Parks are essential for community engagement and improving the quality of life for our residents."

Supports the proposal for a new park, saying, "Parks are essential for community engagement and improving the quality of life for our residents."

- Supports the proposal for a new park, saying, "Parks are essential for community engagement and improving the quality of life for our residents."

Supports responsible development that aligns with the town's vision and benefits residents.

- Supports responsible development that aligns with the town's vision and benefits residents.

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

Supports prioritizing infrastructure improvements, including better traffic management and public transportation options, to accommodate the growing population.

- Supports prioritizing infrastructure improvements, including better traffic management and public transportation options, to accommodate the growing population.

Tom Amburgey

Tom Amburgey is from Middletown, Ohio. He moved to North Carolina in 1999 and has been a resident of Indian Trail since 2002, along with his wife and two sons. He is a veteran, having spent eight years in the Army. He has worked in the restaurant industry for more than 30 years.

- 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. 

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