Susan is a collaborator who gets things done. She listens, she learns, she acts.

 
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Meet Susan

Susan B. Harden is not a politician.  She’s an educator, a doer and a dedicated public servant inspired to use her expertise in education and community engagement, as well as her background in finance and economics, to create real, actionable solutions to the challenges facing Mecklenburg County.  

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A 30-year resident of Charlotte, Susan has dedicated her career to public service. She is an Associate Professor in the College of Education at the University of North Carolina, Charlotte, where she educates the teachers of tomorrow. She directs the college’s Civic Minor in Urban Youth and Communities and its Charlotte Community Scholars Program. She recently received Leadership Charlotte’s “Unsung Hero” award, and is a popular national speaker on social trust, service learning, education and community engagement.  

Susan is a strategic thinker who takes a positive and collaborative approach to her work.  A lifelong learner, she never loses sight of the big picture.  She’s a decisive, action-oriented leader who cares deeply about her community.  

On any given day you will find Susan: 

  • Coaching a pre-service teacher on how to educate students with special needs

  • Working with a non-profit to create a meaningful internship for an enthusiastic college student who wants to give back to the community

  • Writing a letter of recommendation for a college student

  • Taking dinner to a friend

  • Meeting with leaders to discuss ideas for improving our community

Susan has been married to Brian Harden for nearly 25 years and they have two beautiful daughters, at UNC-Chapel Hill and Myers Park High School.  

 

 
I'm reading a lot of comments regarding living wage, property taxes, and more. Please know I'm here to listen to you - not just converse on social media. Contact me! Let's have an in-person or phone dialogue. It's game day! I've got a daughter at UNC so I'm all Tar Heel tonight! Go Heels! Listening to one of my sheros, Ruth Shaw and sitting next to another shero Commissioner Elaine Powell at UNC Charlotte Center City. Day in the life. Meck PreK registration event from 10-2 pm. PreK is a win/win for our community. Huge ROI. #meckprek I'd like to take a minute to honor my friend Sonya Barnes. She is an incredible stylist who helped me update my image for my candidacy and continues to keep me looking smart and sophisticated everywhere I go. Thank you, Sonya, for being my friend and supporter through and through. I'm so excited to join the Curry Family and Under Armour to dedicate two refurbished outdoor basketball courts at Naomi Drenan this morning. The number “30” will be proudly placed at center court since this facility has special significance to the Curry family. They are an integral part of the local community and had used this facility in the past. . . . . #charlotte #nba #allstar #nbaallstar #dellcurry #stephcurry #countycommissioner #team #leader #women #mecklenburg #meckcounty #mecklenburgcounty #charlotte Day in the life. I like ball but I LOVE music. Tai Mahal Trio at Spirit Square with my valentine. #borntoplaytheblues It's NBA All-Star Week here in Charlotte. This is a big economic boost for us. Take your time in traffic and be kind to all of our out-of-town guests. And cheer on our own All-Star, Kemba Walker! . . . . . #charlotte #allstar #allstarweekend #charlotteNC #basketball #countycommissioner #team #leader #southpark #myerspark #district5 Happy Galentine's Day! Give your gal pals a shout out! Have you ever considered what it means to have a living wage? Mecklenburg County is actively seeking to increase living wages. Learn more about what this means with the link in my bio and I'll share more in the coming weeks. Day in the life of a commissioner, professor, and mom. Another HUGE precinct meeting today. Lots of new faces excited to get organized. Here is the third in a short series about Tax Revaluation. Please share. People are genuinely surprised in the current appraisal of the land value. Regrettably, the housing market reality in Charlotte-Mecklenburg is the land is more valuable as developers are buying properties, demolishing the older homes, and building new. Day in the life of a commissioner, professor, and mom. Attending a precinct organizing meeting at Amelies Park Road. Great turn out. Neighbors excited for 2019 and 2020. Another question addressed regarding Tax Revaluation. People are confused about the process to get their concerns addressed. The first step is a phone call or drop-in visit to the County Assessor's Office. There is a team of customer service representatives standing by to take calls and answer questions. We're going to share a series of tips about your Tax Revaluation. Please like and share. The increase in the appraisal value is not an proportional increase in taxes. Setting the tax rate occurs in late May after the County Manager presents her recommended budget to the Commissioners. Commissioner are very concerned about keeping Charlotte affordable. Day in the life of a commissioner, professor, and mom. The power and blessing of friends. Kathy Hill, Elyse Dashew, Mary Hopper. Day in the life of a commissioner, professor, and mom. My life requires three lap tops: County, Campaign, and University. I just stack them. Bright lines. Come down to South County Regional @cmlibrary from 1-3 pm to learn more about Tax Revaluation Appraisals. See you at South County Library at 1 pm!
 
 
“The strength of a nation derives from the integrity of the home.”
— Confucius
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Charlotte is Our Home.

Susan’s skills set combines the nurturing and common sense values of a mom with the smarts of a professor. Susan knows how to bring people together to solve our community’s challenges. 

“Love begins by taking care of the closest ones – the ones at home.”
— Mother Teresa
 
 

Susan B. Harden’s Priorities

 

Education & Civic Life

  • Strong and High Quality Schools

  • Higher teacher pay

  • More Pre-K

  • Affordable College

  • Fair Elections and Voting Rights

  • Emphasize Civility, Collaboration, Kindness, and Culture

Economic Opportunity

  • Strategic Investments in Infrastructure

  • Enhance Upward Mobility

  • Affordable housing

  • Support for Emerging Markets, Innovations, and Entrepreneurs

  • Affordability for Citizens on Fixed Incomes

People

  • Clean Air and Water, Garden-Like Environment

  • Healthcare Advocacy, Particularly for Women and Families

  • Wellness and Support for Older Adults

  • Addiction and Recovery Solutions

  • Welcoming and Inclusive to Newcomers

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