Experienced. Effective. Ready to Serve All of Wake County.
As a Raleigh City Councilor since 2019, Jonathan Lambert-Melton has delivered results for Wake County’s largest city. Now he’s running for Wake County Commissioner (At-Large) to strengthen public schools, expand housing options, support public safety, and promote smart growth across all of Wake County.
Jonathan Lambert-Melton will bring proven leadership and a track record of problem-solving to the Wake County Board of Commissioners. As an at-large Raleigh City Councilor, he has worked across communities to improve public safety responses, strengthen neighborhoods, and support local businesses. Now he’s running for County Commission to ensure Wake County continues to be a place where families thrive, teachers are supported, and every resident has access to opportunity — no matter where they live.
PRIORITIES
“Wake County is a great place to live and work- to raise a family, educate our children, and enjoy our wonderful parks and greenways. I want to continue the hard work required to keep us moving in the right direction.”
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Invest in strong public schools that support teachers, students, and families. Our public schools are the foundation of opportunity in Wake County. A large county thrives when it invests in having the best schools and resources, ensuring every student has the opportunity to succeed and contribute to a stronger community.
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Fund affordable housing and advance policies to increase housing supply. Smart growth in our county means ensuring we have affordable housing and adequate housing supply.
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Promote sustainable growth and development that protects our environment and supports improved transit options. Wake County is one of the fastest-growing areas in the country, and that growth must be planned thoughtfully. Improved transit options will reduce traffic, support environmental sustainability, and help ensure that people of all ages and abilities can move safely and affordably through our communities.
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Strengthen public safety with mental-health resources and collaboration with first responders. Keeping our communities safe requires both smart investment and strong partnerships.
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Champion job creation and support the businesses that drive Wake County’s economy. Innovation is a driving force behind attracting talent and businesses, ultimately fueling sustainable economic growth.
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Expand recreational spaces, parks, and greenways for healthier communities. Investing in these spaces will boost local quality of life and make our area more resilient, attractive and sustainable for future generations.
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Ensure county leadership reflects the people it serves. Electing Jonathan will add LGBTQ representation on the Wake County Commission. If elected, I would be proud to serve as Wake County’s only LGBTQ Commissioner and to advocate for a county where every resident feels safe, valued, and supported.
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PRIMARY ELECTION
March 3, 2026
Early Voting February 12-28, 2026
Jonathan will seek the Democratic nomination for one of the two newly created at-large seats on the Wake County Board of County Commissioners. Any registered Democrat or Unaffiliated voter can vote for Jonathan in the primary election.
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GENERAL ELECTION
November 3, 2026
The top two vote getters in the primary election will advance to the general election as the Democratic nominees for the two newly created at-large seats on the Wake County Board of County Commissioners.
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VOTER RESOURCES
The Wake County Board of Elections is the main hub for all election-related information in Wake County. It helps voters understand how and where to vote—whether by mail, during early voting, or on Election Day—and provides tools to find polling places, view sample ballots, and see upcoming election dates.
contact jonathan
jonathan@jonathanmelton.com
(919) 749-7105
PO Box 25702, Raleigh, NC 27611