Town of Hope Mills

Town Manager

John Ellis

The Town Manager is appointed by the Mayor and Town Board and serves as Chief Administrative Officer of the Town. The Manager is responsible for carrying out the policies of the Town and Ordinances adopted by the Town Board. The Manager is responsible for the operation of all Town departments and for the appointment of all employees, with the exception of the  Town Attorney who is appointed by the Board of Commissioners.

The Town Manager serves as Budget Officer and prepares and submits a recommended Annual Budget to the Board of Commissioners for their consideration each year. In addition, the Manager recommends policies and programs to the Board of Commissioners throughout the year to address community needs.

Contact Information:
John Ellis
(910) 424-4555 ext. 4116
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Town Clerk

Melissa Adams

The Town Clerk serves as a liaison between the citizens and elected officials and provides support to the Mayor and Town Board.  The Town Clerk is the official custodian of public records and keeps a journal of the proceedings of the meetings of the Board.

The Clerk’s office is responsible for advertising all public hearings and providing notification to property owners where applicable.

The Clerk works with the various boards and commissions to which the Board of Commissioners makes appointments. Persons who desire to serve on any one of the many Boards and Commissions may obtain an application from the Town Clerk. Applications are available on the Town website.

Contact Information:
910 424-4555 ext. 4114
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Deputy Clerk
Natashia McCants
910 424-4555 ext. 4113

Town Attorney

John H. Jackson

The Town Attorney provides legal services to the Governing Body, Town Manager and other officials. He attends regular Town Board meetings to provide legal advice and reviews ordinances, contracts and other legal documents.

John H. Jackson
Yarborough Law Firm
Fayetteville, NC
910 433-4433