WILMINGTON, Del. — Governor John Carney filed paperwork on Monday with the Delaware Department of Elections as a candidate to become the next Mayor of the City of Wilmington. Governor Carney issued the following statement:
“During my seven years as Governor, we’ve invested more in the City of Wilmington than any administration that came before us. Our state can be successful only if our city is successful. It’s as simple as that. We’ve driven new job creation in Wilmington, invested more than ever in affordable housing, expanded the Port of Wilmington, and built the first new public school in 50 years.
As Mayor, I would stick to those priorities and focus on the future of our city. I will work with state officials, school districts, and community leaders to improve public education in city schools. I will prioritize expanding affordable housing in Wilmington. I will invest in small and minority-owned businesses across the city. And as we’ve done at the state level, I will protect taxpayer dollars and make sure the city has a strong, sustainable financial position. I’m running for mayor because I love our city – and I believe Wilmington needs an experienced leader to move us forward.”
Governor Carney has served since 2017 as Delaware’s 74th Governor. Prior to his election in 2016, Carney served for three terms representing Delaware in the U.S. House of Representatives. He also served for two terms as Delaware’s Lieutenant Governor, and previously as Delaware’s Secretary of Finance. Governor Carney and his wife, Tracey, live in Wilmington, where they raised two sons and have lived for nearly 40 years.
For more information, visit johncarney.org
