Martin Jones, Town of Stedman Mayor

Martin Jones currently serves as mayor for the Town of Stedman. He was elected in 2018 and is currently serving his second term. Jones served as a commissioner for the Town of Stedman for five terms from 1998 until 2017. He retired from Dupont on June 30, 2013, and started his current employment as a Logistics Manager with DAK Americas on July 1, 2013.

Jones currently serves on the RTAC for Cumberland County as Vice-Chairman, on the Mid-Carolina Regional Council executive board of directors as Chairman, and as the Mid-Carolina Regional Council representative to the State Council of Governments. 

He and his wife, Emily, have three daughters, Summer, Leah and Natalie, who all graduated from North Carolina State University. Summer is currently in business with her mom at Johnson Florist in Stedman.

Jones enjoys all athletics, specifically golf and NC State University softball. Leah and Natalie achieved athletic scholarships to play Division 1 softball at NC State University.

Alice Butler, Town of Roseboro Mayor

Mayor Alice Butler was born and grew up in Charlotte, NC on a dairy farm. In 1983 she graduated from UNC-Chapel Hill with a BS degree in Business Administration. After graduation, she pursued a career in retail until she married Greg Butler. In 1989 they moved to Roseboro. They have two boys who enjoyed growing up in Roseboro. Thee boys will tell you they have many fond memories of riding their bikes around town and playing football in the backyard.

For twelve years she taught computer and business classes. In 2011 she began working at the NC Justice Academy in Salemburg. In January 2012, she was appointed to the Roseboro Town Board. It has been her pleasure to serve the citizens of Roseboro. Roseboro is a town with many opportunities and challenges. She especially enjoys living there because it has all you need within walking distance, and it is a great town for families.

Kathy Jensen, City of Fayetteville Mayor Pro Tem

Kathy Jensen was first elected to serve District 1 on the Fayetteville City Council in 2013 and re-elected in 2015, 2017, 2019, 2022 and 2023.  She was born and raised in Fayetteville. A 1983 graduate of Pine Forest High School, Kathy went on to East Carolina University and Methodist College to study business. After college, Kathy joined the family business and worked in the retail, property management and financial part of the businesses. In 1993, Kathy married LTC Jerry Jensen and supported him in his military career through Fort Bragg, Germany, Newport, R.I. and back to Fayetteville, her hometown. When they were deciding on where to live, Kathy and Jerry wanted to raise their children where she was born and raised. In 2005, Kathy opened An Affair to Remember Bridal and Formal Wear on Ramsey Street.

The past ten years on Council, Kathy has served on many boards and commissions.  Kathy was appointed by the Governor to be on the board of the North Carolina Youth Council. She is also very active in the Fayetteville-Cumberland Youth Council that was reactivated in 2014. Her involvement in other boards and commissions include FCEDC – Fayetteville-Cumberland Economic Development Commission, CVA – Core Value Awards, Gateways and Corridor, 911 Task Force Committee, Cumberland County Crown Coliseum, Fayetteville Police Foundation City liaison, Boards and Commissions nominating committee and chair of the Parks and Recreation Bond committee.

Kathy is committed to her city; she is a member of Saints Constantine and Helen Greek Orthodox Church, the Junior League of Fayetteville, the Military Officers Wives Association and the Daughters of Penelope. Her care and commitment to her neighbors and citizens of north Fayetteville is visible every day.

Kathy and Jerry have five children and two grandchildren. Their children are Jeremiah Jensen of Columbia, S.C., Jillian Jensen Jez of Black Hawk, S.D., and Jake, Josh and James of the home. 

Kirk deViere, Cumberland County Commissioner

Kirk deViere was elected to the Cumberland County Board of Commissioners as a District 2 representative in 2024 for a four-year term and was subsequently elected Chairman of the Board on December 2, 2024. His current term expires in 2028.

deViere was born in Florida to a mother whose hard work and sacrifice established the values that guide him today. As the first person in his family to earn a college degree, and following 10 years of service in the US Army, deViere found his home in Fayetteville and Cumberland County in 2000.

Prior to his current role, deViere served two terms as a North Carolina State Senator and one term as a Fayetteville City Councilman. He currently serves as a Commissioner on the North Carolina Military Affairs Commission, appointed by the President Pro-Tem of the NC Senate.

deViere's extensive community service spans over 20 years, including leadership roles with:

●      Fayetteville State University Board of Trustees (3 years)
●      Fayetteville-Cumberland County Chamber of Commerce, Chairman (6 years)
●      Partnership for Defense Innovation/Defense Security & Technology Accelerator, Founding Board Member & Chairman (4 years)
●      Fayetteville Cares Foundation, Founding Board Member & Chairman (5 years)
●      Pathways For Prosperity, Co-Founder (4 years)
●      Fayetteville Young Professionals, Founding Chairman (3 years)
●      Community Development Foundation, Founding Board Member & Chairman (4 years)
●      Center for Economic Empowerment and Development, Board Member (4 years)

Professionally, he owns and operates 219 Group, a full-service advertising agency with offices in Fayetteville and Raleigh. He is also a partner in WhyAxis, a strategic consulting firm, and The Decisive Point, a strategic communications firm.

deViere is married to Jenny Beaver deViere, and they have one son, Greyson. They attend Snyder Memorial Baptist Church.

W. Brooks Matthews, Harnett County Commissioner

W. Brooks Matthews was elected to the Harnett County Board of Commissioners in 2020, representing District 3. He served as Chairman from 2020-2021. As a Commissioner, Matthews will serve on the Harnett Properties Corporation and Harnett County Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee. Matthews attended Campbell University, where he earned his Bachelor of Science degree in 1976 and Masters of Education degree in 1979. In 2012, he earned an Education Specialist postgraduate degree from North Carolina State University. Matthews has over 40 years of experience in public education in Harnett County. In his career, he has served as a teacher, coach, athletic director, and principal at various Harnett County schools.

Since 2014, Matthews has been Deputy Superintendent with Harnett County Schools.

He has been an active member of his community by serving on the following Boards and Committees in the past: North Carolina High School Athletic Association Board of Directors, Campbell University Alumni Association Board of Directors, Harnett County Habitat for Humanity Board of Directors, and Boys & Girls Club of Central Carolina: Robin Paige Club Advisory Board. Matthews is a long time resident of Harnett County and resides in Buies Creek with his wife, Rosa Maria. He has three children, Maria, Jennifer, and Heather, and six grandchildren.

David Nelson, Town of Erwin Commissioner

Born in March, 1970, David Nelson is a dedicated member of the Erwin, NC community. A 1989 graduate of Midway High School, David has built a successful career as an automotive technician at UPS. Beyond his professional life, he serves as a Commissioner for the Town of Erwin and is a Board Member of FAMPO. David is also a Deacon at Antioch PFWB Church, where he is actively involved in supporting the congregation and the local community. 

David is married to Ashley Nelson, and is a proud bonus dad to Carson and Riley. In his free time, he enjoys watching NASCAR, following football, and fishing. Known for his passion for helping and serving others, David is a valued figure in Erwin, always ready to lend a hand.