The Town of Hot Springs, NC
Elected Officials
The Town of Hot Springs is governed by a Mayor and a three-member Board of Aldermen. Together, they set policy, adopt ordinances, and guide the overall direction of the town on behalf of its residents.

Abby Norton
Mayor of Hot Springs

Lisa Gahagan
Alderwoman

Tammy Shelton
Alderwoman

Wendy Stancil
Alderwoman
Municipal elections are held every two years in odd-numbered years. Beginning with the 2027 election, officials will serve four-year terms, and those terms will be staggered to provide continuity in town leadership. In one election cycle, the Mayor and one Alderman will be elected. In the following election cycle, the remaining two Aldermen will be elected. This staggered system helps ensure experienced leadership while allowing regular opportunities for public participation in local government.
Administrative

Nancy Thomas
Town Clerk

Laura Holloway
Tax Collector

Hassena Kassim
Town Administrator + Finance Officer

Larry Leake
Town Attorney

Kevin Reese
Public Information Officer

