With the May 17, 2022 primary election just weeks away, all five candidates for Mayor of Asheville have agreed to appear at LAF’s April 27th luncheon forum. Please plan to join us and hear why each one believes he or she deserves your vote.

Dr. Cliff Feingold is a local dentist and first-time candidate. His campaign issues include public safety, greater government transparency, and providing a conservative voice to a predominantly liberal city.

Michael Hayes, also a first-time candidate, is a social justice advocate. His platform includes racial equity, community healing, and improved government transparency.

Esther Manheimer, a lawyer, has been Ashevilles mayor since 2013. Before that, she served four years on City Council. Among her issues are addressing homelessness, affordable housing, and public safety.

Kim Roney is a city council member and community activist who advocates for better affordability in housing, wages, and transportation. She all favors improving the public meeting process.

Jonathan Wainscott, another community activist, ran unsuccessfully for City Council in 2013 and for Mayor in 2017. His platform includes increased government transparency.