Steven Overby

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Steven Overby is from Morehead City, North Carolina. He graduated from Croatan High School and attended Carteret Community College. He has lived in Swansboro since 2010. 

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Candidate profile: Steven Overby

Steven previously served as a Peletier commissioner. He resigned from this position in 2023. He also ran for Swansboro commissioner in 2015 but did not win.

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Wants to create an environment where businesses thrive, saying, "Providing more restaurant options along the corridor would not only add to the tax base and give citizens more choices, it would also create jobs for people."

Believes balancing the budget through fiscal responsibility is essential for a prosperous Swansboro.

Economy

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Public Services

Supports redevelopment of dilapidated buildings to preserve the town’s unique charm while expanding services and job opportunities.

Housing & Urban Development

Believes public safety is paramount and wants to address staffing shortages in the police department.

Public Safety

Supports expanding sidewalks and creating bike, walking, and running trails.

Transportation & Infrastructure

Energy & the Environment

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David Quinn is currently a commissioner on the Carteret County Board of Commissioners representing District 1. He was first elected in 2022 and is serving his first term.

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