Dare County commissioner candidates outline election priorities

In Dare County, North Carolina, candidates Aida Havel and Ervin Bateman have responded to a questionnaire regarding their priorities for the upcoming November 3 general election for the Board of Commissioners at-large seat.

Aida Havel identified Highway 12 as her primary priority, noting its role as a critical lifeline and public safety issue for Dare County, particularly regarding coastal erosion and connectivity between Hatteras village and Duck. Additionally, Havel emphasized the need to address resident needs concerning housing, healthcare, daycare, and general affordability through advocacy at the state level.