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Crystal Black

Greensboro City Council - District 1

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About the Office

The City Legislature is the municipality's governing body, responsible for voting on ordinances and policies, and often is in charge of hiring a city manager.

Term Length

4 years

Election Date

Nov 4, 2025

About Me

Party

nonpartisan

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My Top Issues

Criminal Justice / Public Safety

She will partner with law enforcement to address the root causes of crime and create safer streets for drivers, cyclists, and pedestrians alike.

Criminal Justice / Public Safety

Crystal will support investment in community policing, youth programs, and neighborhood-led safety initiatives so every family feels secure.

Infrastructure / Transportation

Crystal will guide growth responsibly to protect the character of our neighborhoods and prevent overdevelopment that strains infrastructure. By encouraging a healthy mix of housing and businesses across all districts, we can avoid concentrating poverty and create thriving, diverse communities.

Economy

Crystal will make certain that budgets and contracts are fully transparent and ensure local small businesses get a fair shot at city contracts. This includes prioritizing local and minority-owned businesses, breaking up oversized contracts into smaller ones, and limiting sole-source contracts to true emergencies.

Infrastructure / Transportation

Her plan also includes better street lighting, sidewalk repairs, and traffic safety measures such as improved crosswalks, updated signage, and speed control in residential areas.

Infrastructure / Transportation

Crystal will champion for investment in safe roads, reliable public transit, green spaces, and community centers that serve all residents, especially those in historically underserved neighborhoods.

Infrastructure / Transportation

Smart infrastructure planning will not only reduce congestion and support sustainable growth, but also ensure clean water, reliable utilities, and healthy public spaces for every resident, regardless of zip code.

Criminal Justice / Public Safety

Her plan will address environmental harms such as contaminated parks, flooding, and industrial pollution that have disproportionately impacted District 1 and other communities for decades.

Who I'm Running Against

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