Mayor· 2017–2027 (cycle default: NC terms begin first Monday in December)
P.J. Connelly
Greenville
About
P.J. Connelly's mayoral platform centers primarily on public safety and economic development through job growth. His campaign focused on these key issues as he secured another term leading Greenville.
Campaign promises (1)
- public-safetyMayor P.J. Connelly campaigned on emphasizing public safety and job growth during his successful reelection bid.
Voice
- Meetings spoken in
- 35
- Total speaking time
- 4:59:46
- Avg per meeting
- 8:34
- Segments
- 7573
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Top issues during term (10)(Public Safety)
Public Housing Drug Activity and Neighborhood Safety
None stated.
Downtown Public Safety and Crowd Management
Requires funding for overtime staffing, lighting towers, message boards, and potential technology enhancements.
Bar Security Staffing Requirements
Alcohol establishments subject to the rule will face increased ongoing operational expenses for licensed security personnel.
Legal Analysis of Immigration Policies and State Preemption
Potential civil liability risks if municipal policies conflict with state preemption statutes.
Greenville Police Department 2025 Annual Statistics
Impacts police department operational focus and resource allocation.
police surveillance and accountability
While no direct costs were detailed, increased oversight or altering the camera program could impact city tech budgets.
Downtown Security Regulations for Alcohol Establishments
Adds approximately $175 per night in operating costs for small establishments required to employ an additional security guard.
Vision Zero Safety Action Plan and Grant
Total project cost of $500,000, funded by $400,000 from federal USDOT/FHWA, a $50,000 state match, and a $50,000 city match.
Fire/Rescue 5-Year Staffing Plan and Station 8
Requires phased funding for 76 new positions and equipment over five fiscal years.
Human Trafficking Awareness and Prevention
None requested at this meeting.
Decisions during term (1)
Recorded while Connelly was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
Voting record (0)(Public Safety)
No votes found matching Public Safety.