Perry Matthews

Perry Matthews (Sylva Town Council, North Carolina, candidate ...

Perry's campaign for Sylva Town Council Member is his first entry into politics. 

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

Supports keeping the Jackson County Public Library in the Fontana Regional Library system.

Supports establishing a volunteer homeless shelter.

Advocates for establishing a volunteer homeless shelter.

Proposed a youth day camp linked to transit to address child care issues.

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- 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. 