Congressman Don Davis Releases Letter to Stantonsburg Officials Offering Assistance with Police Department

September 21, 2025 Press Release Stantonsburg, N.C. — Congressman Don Davis (NC-01) released the following letter to Town of Stantonsburg officials. The full text of Congressman Davis ’ letter to the Town Council is included below: September 21, 2025 Town of Stantonsburg 108 E. Commercial Avenue Stantonsburg, North Carolina 27883 Attn: Mayor Coley H. Rhodes Dear Members of the Stantonsburg Town Council: RE: STANTONSBURG POLICE DEPARTMENT DISSOLUTION I am reaching out about the future of the Stantonsburg Police Department. It has come to my attention that the Stantonsburg Town Council, by 4-1 vote, has decided to dissolve the Stantonsburg Police Department effective October 1. Establishing a police department is one of the most critical decisions a town council can make, and I strongly believe in its importance. I also understand the complexities involved in maintaining and dissolving an existing police department. As a former mayor and the current representative of North Carolina’s First Congressional District, I am deeply committed to protecting our residents, neighborhoods, and businesses, as I am sure you are too. In the past, my office has secured federal funds to support law enforcement efforts. While I understand that you have taken steps to dissolve the police department, I remain available between now and October 1 to assist in any way possible in exploring avenues that would allow the Stantonsburg Police Department to stay operational. My staff has already initiated outreach to arrange a meeting, and I welcome the opportunity to discuss your needs. I will make myself available at your earliest convenience to discuss potential solutions. Many Stantonsburg residents have contacted my office , ex press ing both their strong support for keeping the police department intact and concerns about the decision to dissolve it. Local governments play a crucial role in keeping our communities safe. Please let me know how I can be most helpful for you in this endeavor. You can reach my office at (202) 225-3101. Thank you for being so considerate. I stand ready to help in any way. Respectfully yours, Don ald G. Davis Member of Congress ###