📍 Greensboro, NC
I’m proud to share that today, I received the official endorsement of the Greensboro Police Officers Association (GPOA), representing approximately 560 officers who serve and protect our city each day.
This endorsement affirms a shared commitment to strengthening public safety, building community trust, and making Greensboro a safer, more unified city for all. I am deeply honored by their confidence in my vision, leadership, and professional experience.
Please see the full endorsement letter below:
“June 5, 2025
Mrs. Carla Franklin-Richards
This letter is to formally notify you that the Greensboro Police Officers Association, and its approximately 560 members, will be endorsing your campaign for the Greensboro City Council.
We at the Greensboro Police Officers Association believe your stance on the key issues aligns with what is necessary to move our city in a positive direction. Your professional background, which includes extensive experience advising public and private entities in areas such as operations, data, and development, is an invaluable asset our city could utilize. We look forward to seeing the positive impact you will have on Greensboro.
Please consider this letter as our official endorsement. We wish you good luck in your upcoming election. We will encourage our members to cast their votes for you.
Respectfully,
The Greensboro Police Officers Association”
As a Greensboro native and experienced corporate and public sector strategist, I know what it takes to solve complex problems, manage operations at scale, and deliver measurable results. I’ve led transformation initiatives at organizations like Amazon, IBM, and the Port Authority of NY/NJ, and I’m ready to apply that expertise to serve the people of Greensboro.
My public safety priorities include:
Supporting law enforcement and first responders with tools, training, and staffing needed to reduce crime
Expanding community policing and neighborhood partnerships
Improving non-emergency call diversion to relieve GPD workload and enhance response times
Prioritizing transparency, accountability, and trust between residents and officers
I’m grateful to the Greensboro Police Officers Association for their endorsement and look forward to earning the support of voters across this city as we work together to build a stronger, safer Greensboro.
Thank you for your support.
—
Carla Franklin
Candidate, Greensboro City Council
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