Now Accepting Applications for the Mayoral Vacancy
Published on June 02, 2026
The City of Charlotte is currently accepting applications to fill the mayoral seat vacancy. Below are frequently asked questions to help guide interested applicants through the process.
Mayoral Vacancy Applicant List(PDF, 68KB)
Who can apply for the Mayoral seat?
To be eligible, you must:
- Be a registered voter in Mecklenburg County
- Be at least 21 years of age
- Be a registered Democrat
- Reside within the corporate boundaries of the city
- Be qualified to vote in City Council elections
When does the application period open and close?
- Opens: Tuesday June 2 at 9 a.m.
- Closes: Tuesday, June 9 at 5 p.m.
Late applications will not be accepted
How do I apply?
You can apply by:
All questions on the application must be completed, in full, to be considered
What is the timeline for the appointment process?
| Date |
Activity |
| June 2 |
Application process opens (9 a.m.) |
| June 9 |
Application process closes (5 p.m.) |
| June 11 |
Completed applications provided to City Council |
| June 15 |
In-person Candidate Forum for applicants (2 p.m.) |
| June 22 |
City Council makes appointment |
| July 1 |
Swearing-In ceremony for interim mayor appointee |
What is the candidates forum?
The candidates forum will allow qualified applicants to briefly introduce themselves and share their interest in serving as Mayor. The forum will take place June 15 at 2 p.m. It is open to the public and will be streamed live on the GOV Channel.
What happens after the appointment is made?
The selected applicant will:
- Be formally sworn in at a Special Meeting on July 1
- Begin serving immediately. The mayoral appointee will serve until the elected candidate in the November 2027 municipal elections takes office.
Who should I contact with questions?
Please reach out to the City Clerk’s Office at: