John Chittick

John Richard Chittick is currently mayor of the town of Bridgeton.

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John Chittick is originally from Maine. He graduated from the University of Nevada in Reno. He served on the Bridgeton Town Board of Commissioners, the Eastern Carolina Council, and the Craven County Republican Party. He lives with his wife, Cecilia, in Bridgeton, and has three kids.

John is the owner of Home Inspection Professionals (HIP), He was previously a field technician and estimator for a local foundation repair company. He was also an assistant manager for Lowe's.

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John Chittick currently serves as the mayor of the town of Bridgeton. He was first elected in 2022 and is in his second term.

Supports family farms and agricultural businesses through maintenance of their land.

Supports helping local small businesses and workforce development.

- Supports family farms and agricultural businesses through maintenance of their land.
- Supports helping local small businesses and workforce development.

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Plans to strengthen emergency response and safety services.

Supports law enforcement and first responders and keeping county spaces safe.

- Plans to strengthen emergency response and safety services.
- Supports law enforcement and first responders and keeping county spaces safe.

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Supports improving roads, drainage, and infrastructure within the county.

Plans to advocate for infrastructure that supports dense and aging populations.

- Supports improving roads, drainage, and infrastructure within the county.
- Plans to advocate for infrastructure that supports dense and aging populations.

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Plans to improve preparation for climate-related events, like storms, flooding, and other emergencies.

- Plans to improve preparation for climate-related events, like storms, flooding, and other emergencies.

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Craig Lewis

Craig Lewis, Jr. is a candidate for Craven County commissioner, District 1.

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Joshua D. Whitford

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Joshua Whitford has a wife and two children.

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