2009 Charlotte mayoral election

The biennial Charlotte mayoral election was held on November 3, 2009. The seat was open due to the decision by Mayor Pat McCrory, a Republican, not to seek re-election. Democrat Anthony Foxx, a member of the City Council, won the election by a slim margin, becoming the first Democrat elected to lead the city since Harvey Gantt was re-elected in 1985.

Announced

 * Anthony Foxx, City Council member

Not Running

 * Malcolm Graham, member of the North Carolina Senate
 * Craig Madans, 2003/2005 Democratic nominee for mayor

Announced

 * John Lassiter, City Council member
 * Martin Davis
 * Jack Stratton