A lifelong Spartanburg resident and community advocate, James is running for mayor to deliver people-powered, accountable leadership for every neighborhood.

To make city government work for everyone, focusing on safer streets, public engagement, and transparent budgeting.

Focused strategies to reduce violent crime, recruit and retain well-trained officers, and strengthen community-policing that builds trust, backed by brighter street lighting across our neighborhoods and a mobile outreach partnership to deliver information and services to residents without reliable access.

By creating a Mayor’s Youth Council, partnering with District 7 and local colleges for mentorships/internships, and improving parks and rec access in every neighborhood.

We’ll make City Hall easy to see and easy to reach: plain-language budgets, an online service-request tracker, open-data dashboards, and monthly town halls. James believes that for government to shine, there must be sunshine, so we’ll post planned expenditures, consult the community before purchases, practice full transparency, and expand public-facing staff availability. We will also restore and expand City Council’s role and accessibility with stronger committees, regular public hearings, and published office hours.

It means independent leadership. James answers to the people of Spartanburg, not special interests.

There will be opportunities to volunteer, join rallies, and fully participate. You can request a yard sign by emailing Mayor@jamesajones.us. Follow our instagram @jamesajonesformayor.

You can donate by writing a check to James A Jones Campaign 582 W Main St Spartanburg SC 29301.