Laura Meier
District 5 · Intergovernmental Relations Chair · 3rd Term (Final)
Laura Meier represents District 5 on the Mecklenburg Board of County Commissioners and chairs the Intergovernmental Relations Committee. She is in her third and final term.
Chair Jerrell described Meier as “a tireless advocate for behavioral health services for our young and aging population.” Her Intergovernmental Relations role positions her at the intersection of county, state, and federal policy — particularly relevant during the federal government shutdown that disrupted benefits for 140,000 Mecklenburg residents.
Meier’s departure creates one of two known open BOCC seats for November 2026, alongside Elaine Powell’s District 1. Her District 5 seat will be on the ballot for a four-year term.
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