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 Mildred Council: A Lifetime of Service and a Passion for Youth on the Mayoral Ballot 

A Life Dedicated to Service. A Vision for Greenville.

Mildred A. Council, affectionately known as “Everybody’s Mayor,” has spent her life walking beside the people she serves. From advocating for seniors in West Greenville to shaping future leaders through 4-H, she has built a legacy of connection, compassion, and results. With over 20 years on the Greenville City Council and 25 years of dedicated service with the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, Council now steps forward to continue her life’s work, officially announcing her candidacy for Mayor of Greenville, NC.

“Greenville is not just where I live—it’s where I’ve dedicated my life,” states Council. “Now, I’m eager to serve at an even higher capacity.” Her campaign reflects the same dedication to the community that has been the foundation of her public service journey.

Proven Leadership at Every Level

With over 40 years of experience in health, education, and government, Council has consistently achieved positive outcomes for the community. During her tenure on the City Council, she has:

• Championed affordable housing and neighborhood revitalization
• Advocated for infrastructure improvements in East and West Greenville
• Expanded youth and recreational programs
• Served three terms as Mayor Pro Tem
• Led equity initiatives as Chair of the Pitt County Board of Education
• In 2009, Council was honored for her role in bringing the North Carolina League of Municipalities’ annual conference to Greenville, attracting leaders from across the state. 

Her leadership has always focused on creating a stronger, more inclusive city, ensuring that no one is left behind.

A Champion for the Next Generation

Council’s passion for youth is more than a talking point—it’s a lifelong mission. As the longtime leader of a local 4-H Youth Development Club, she has mentored hundreds of students, guiding them to public speaking success, leadership roles, and college scholarships.

When told Greenville wasn’t big enough to host the North Carolina Youth Leadership Convention, she stood firm: “Yes we are!” Her determination proved that small cities can achieve big things.

Her youth advocacy also includes:

• Co-founding the Greenville Youth Council
• Hosting Greenville’s first Youth Leadership Summit
• Partnering with NC A&T’s Innovation Station to bring a mobile STEM lab to local neighborhoods – Council was instrumental in bringing NC A&T’s Innovation Station to Greenville, delivering hands-on science, technology, engineering, and math experiences directly to the community. Students built and programmed robots, designed and coded video games, and explored the basics of computer programming—many for the very first time. This initiative didn’t just create excitement; it opened doors to new possibilities, inspiring career aspirations in high-demand fields and equipping Greenville’s youth with skills to thrive in a technology-driven future.
• Creating the Mildred A. Council West Greenville Leadership Scholarship

Global Service with Local Roots

In 2024, Council journeyed to Luanda, Angola, where she collaborated with local volunteers to support an orphanage housing 68 girls. The most pressing need was not for toys or technology, but for washable sanitary pads. With the assistance of five skilled sewing volunteers, they created and delivered numerous kits, addressing a vital and ongoing requirement for the girls' health and dignity.

Council also partnered with the Pitt County All Stars 4-H Club to engage their local community back home, empowering volunteers to provide additional support for the orphanage. This initiative included acquiring resources such as a commercial oven to enhance daily operations.

“It wasn’t just about giving—it was about restoring hope,” Council remarked. “It was essential for them to witness that compassion transcends city limits. When young people explore the world, they discover their purpose.”

“That experience moved me profoundly,” Council reflected. “So we took further action.”

“When we arrived at the orphanage, there were 68 girls—but only around 30 beds. Some were sleeping on the floor. When we inquired about their needs, they didn’t ask for much. Some just wanted sheets and blankets. That deeply touched me. So we did more. We helped renovate the orphanage, supplied a commercial oven, and equipped them with the means to care for themselves with dignity. It wasn’t simply about giving—it was about restoring hope.”

— Mildred A. Council

Council advocates for nurturing future leaders while leading by example—both locally and globally.

“It was vital for them to see that compassion knows no boundaries,” she stated. “When young people observe the world, they identify their purpose.”

A Mayor for This Moment

As Greenville stands at a crossroads of growth and opportunity, Mildred Council offers what no other candidate can: experience that matters, relationships that run deep, and a lifelong commitment to serve.

Her platform focuses on:

- Expanding affordable housing and pathways to homeownership

- Strengthening the bridge between schools and city government

- Increasing youth development programs and public safety initiatives

- Supporting small businesses, working families, and senior citizens

- Ensuring transparency, accessibility, and integrity in city leadership

“We cannot build a better Greenville without listening to every voice—especially those who’ve been left out or pushed aside. I’ve always stood for the people. And I always will.”

🗳️ Vote Mildred A. Council for Mayor

Greenville deserves a leader who has served with heart, led with integrity, and already proven she can unite and uplift us all.

Because she’s not just running to be Mayor—

She’s already been Everybody’s Mayor.

“Citizenship is more than where you live—it’s what you do. And voting is one of the most powerful acts of citizenship there is.”

— Mildred A. Council

As she leads today, she’s raising up the leaders of tomorrow.

🗓️ Election Day: Tuesday, November 4, 2025