Kathy A. Greggs

What are your top three priorities for enhancing economic growth opportunities throughout the city?

When it comes to economic growth, my approach is simple: keep government accountable, remove
unnecessary barriers, and create real opportunities for families and businesses. Fayetteville doesn’t need
more red tape or flashy promises, we need practical solutions that actually work. Here are my top three
priorities: 1. Strengthening Small Businesses and Entrepreneurship Small businesses are the backbone of
Fayetteville’s economy. Too many owners are tangled in bureaucracy, waiting on permits, or struggling to
compete for contracts. My goal is to cut the red tape, streamline city processes, and expand local
procurement so veteran-, minority-, and family-owned businesses can thrive. By implementing tools like Civic
plus and strengthening relationships with Fayetteville Technical Community College, Fayetteville State
University, and our military community, we can spark innovation, grow entrepreneurship, and make our city a
place where businesses choose to start and stay. 2. Investing in Infrastructure and Smart Growth Strong
infrastructure drives strong economies. If our roads, stormwater systems, and broadband can’t keep up,
businesses will look elsewhere. That’s why I support a long-term, transparent infrastructure plan that
prioritizes safety, sustainability, and efficiency, not politics. This includes investing in broadband expansion
for underserved areas, strengthening stormwater systems to protect property, and repairing roads to improve
connectivity. With better infrastructure, we create an environment where businesses can invest with
confidence and families can enjoy a higher quality of life. 3. Expanding Workforce Development and Good
Jobs Economic growth isn’t just about attracting new companies, it’s about preparing our residents to
succeed in the jobs of today and tomorrow. I will advocate for stronger partnerships between schools, trade
programs, and local employers to build a skilled pipeline for industries like healthcare, construction,
technology, and logistics. As a combat veteran, I also understand the importance of supporting service
members as they transition into civilian careers. Investing in workforce readiness ensures our people have
access to good-paying jobs that support families and keep Fayetteville competitive. Bottom Line - Economic
growth doesn’t happen by accident, it comes from leadership that values accountability, service, and
opportunity. By supporting small businesses, investing in smart infrastructure, and preparing our workforce,
we can build a stronger, more resilient Fayetteville that works for everyone.

What are the most pressing issues facing the City of Fayetteville? How will you work to solve them?

Fayetteville is a city full of potential, but we’re also facing real challenges that can’t be ignored. From public
safety to infrastructure, the decisions we make today will shape the quality of life for families and businesses
for years to come. My approach is straightforward: focus on the essentials, cut waste, and put people first. 1.
Public Safety and Trust A safe community is the foundation for everything else. Families shouldn’t have to
worry about crime in their neighborhoods, and businesses can’t grow without stability. I will ensure our police
and first responders have the resources, training, and support they need while also strengthening community
partnerships. Public safety isn’t just about law enforcement presence. It’s about trust, communication, and
shared responsibility between residents and those sworn to protect them. 2. Infrastructure and Environmental
Security Aging roads, outdated stormwater systems, and flooding are not just inconveniences; they’re threats
to property, safety, and growth. PFAS contamination in our water supply raises long-term health concerns. I
will push for a comprehensive infrastructure plan that prioritizes road repairs, stormwater upgrades, dam
safety, and broadband expansion. I’ll also fight for state and federal funding to clean up PFAS and hold
polluters accountable so Fayetteville families can count on safe water and reliable infrastructure. 3.
Government Transparency and Accountability Residents deserve open government. I will advocate for tools
like CivicPlus so citizens get real-time updates on budgets, code enforcement, storm alerts, and city projects.
This includes direct text message communication with their council member and city departments. I will also
hold quarterly Community Accountability Forums. To restore trust, I requested a state audit the day I filed for
office to ensure Fayetteville’s finances and contracting are transparent, competitive, and free from waste. 4.
Affordable Housing and Workforce Readiness Housing costs are rising, and working families are feeling the
squeeze. I’ll push for affordable housing options through smart zoning and partnerships. But housing goes
hand in hand with good jobs. Workforce development must be career-driven: apprenticeships, on-the-job
training, and skill-building programs so people can thrive without needing a four-year degree. We must also
prepare residents to negotiate salaries, benefits, and contracts. Jobs in Fayetteville must be truly competitive
with Raleigh and Charlotte. I support a quarterly task force to review how businesses and corporations are
providing jobs, wages, and benefits, ensuring accountability to the people of this city. Bottom Line I believe in
steady, practical leadership rooted in discipline and service. By focusing on safety, infrastructure,
transparency, housing, and workforce development, Fayetteville can become a city where families feel secure,
businesses thrive, and every resident has the chance at stability and success.

What makes you the best candidate to represent the City of Fayetteville?

Being a business owner for more than 10 years, I’ve helped others step into entrepreneurship,
sharing business plans, mentoring, and showing them how to succeed without ever having outside
funding myself. That’s real-world experience, not theory. Beyond business, I’ve served at the Phoenix
Center as a certified advocate for human trafficking, sexual assault, and domestic violence
survivors. I have stood with victims in court to make sure they weren’t re-victimized by the very
system meant to protect them.

For me, leadership has never been about politics. It’s about service, accountability, and putting
people first. My life reflects that. I’m a U.S. Army Combat Veteran, a 17-year Federal Civil Servant,
and for over two decades, I’ve been on the ground in Fayetteville fighting for safer neighborhoods,
stronger housing, and better infrastructure.

What sets me apart is experience, perspective, and action. I know how city decisions impact
families, small businesses, and neighborhoods because I’ve lived it, worked it, and fought through it.
That’s why the very day I filed, I requested a state audit of Fayetteville’s budget and contracting
process—because accountability must come first.

My priorities are straightforward:

• Fiscal Responsibility: Cut waste, spend wisely, and invest in essentials like roads, water, and
  public safety.

• Public Safety: Equip first responders and strengthen trust between residents and law
  enforcement.

• Economic Opportunity: Cut red tape, support small businesses, and prepare our workforce for
  high-paying jobs, especially for veterans transitioning to civilian life.

• Transparency: Hold town halls, publish progress reports, and use real-time technology to keep
  citizens informed.

At the end of the day, I answer to God and serve the people through action. I am not new to this, I am
true to this. Fayetteville deserves leadership that doesn’t just talk about solutions, but delivers them.