Kara Foster: 2025 Holly Springs Town Council Candidate

Kara Foster shares her unique vision for Holly Springs Town Council, blending her healthcare background with municipal policy to create a more walkable, connected, and health-focused community. She proposes innovative solutions like direct primary care and Blue Zones initiatives that could transform both the town's budget and residents' wellbeing.• Small business owner and optometrist with deep community service background through VOSH (Volunteer Optometrist Serving Humanity)• Advocates for a direct primary care pilot program for municipal employees that could save significant money while improving health outcomes• Proposes implementing Blue Zones principles to make healthy living easier through walkability, greenways, and community connections• Supports attainable housing to ensure teachers, first responders, and young families can afford to live in Holly Springs• Emphasizes the importance of supporting small businesses and local farmers through streamlined permitting and expanded farmers markets• Believes in a preventative approach to infrastructure and public safety that reduces long-term costs• Committed to maintaining Holly Springs' character while accommodating growth through smart development policies• Endorsed by Wake County Democratic Party, Wiley Nickel, and Sydney BatchFoster is one of six candidates running for Holly Springs Town Council, where voters may choose up to three. Early voting begins October 16th, and you'll need a valid ID to vote. Your vote on November 4th will help to shape Holly Springs for generations to come. Make sure you have a [email protected]/InstagramCampaign Finance ReportCampaign Finance Reports for All Candidate CommitteesVoter Information (Register, Am I Registered?, Election Information) Voter Info (Designated Polling Places, Sample Ballots, Registration Status, Voting Jurisdiction, Verify Address and Party Affiliation) Election Information (Absentee by Mail Voting, Early Voting, Election Day Voting) Early Voting Locations October 16-November 1Wake County Board of Elections Office-1200 N. New Hope Road, Raleigh 27610October 25-November 1John M. Brown Community Center-53 Hunter Street, Apex, NC 27502Avery Street Recreation Center-125 Avery Street, Garner, NC 27529Herbert C. Young Community Center-101 Wilkinson Avenue, Cary, NC 27513ELECTION DAYTuesday, November 4 from 6:30 AM to 7:30 PMSupport the showAs always, if you are interested in being on or sponsoring the podcast or if you have any particular issues, thoughts, or questions you'd like explored on the podcast, please email [email protected].  Your contributions would be greatly appreciated.Now, let's dive in!