Friends Of Durham Announces New Co-Chairs For 2022
DURHAM, NC – The non-partisan political action committee Friends of Durham recently elected its co-chairs for 2022. Shelia Huggins, a former chair of Friends of Durham, will oversee functions relating to government and policy. Patrick Byker, a current steering committee member, will oversee the endorsement process for the organization. The change from a singular chair to co-chairs will allow the organization to streamline its endorsement process, foster more community connections, and participate more effectively in community and government meetings. Huggins and Byker are both attorneys.
About Shelia Huggins
Huggins is a former city council candidate with a master’s degree in public administration (specialization in environmental policy and management) and almost 18 years of experience in state and local government. In her role as co-chair, she will leverage her public policy knowledge and leadership experience to advance the mission of the organization. Huggins currently holds state and national leadership positions in numerous political organizations. She is a former board member of the NCCU School of Business Board of Visitors and has lived in Durham for almost 20 years.
For topics relating to government and policy, contact Shelia Huggins.
Contact Info: sheliah@sheliahugginslaw.com – 919-612-6315
About Patrick Byker
Byker is a former county commissioner candidate with a master’s degree in regional land use planning and has lived in Durham for 25 years. He is a former chair of the Convention Center Authority, Durham Area Transit Authority, and City of Durham Capital Program Advisory Committee and former vice-chair of the board for Discover Durham. Byker’s service in the community will be instrumental in guiding the organization through the 2022 endorsement process for the local elections.
For endorsement inquiries, contact Patrick Byker.
Contact Info: pbyker@morningstarlawgroup.com – 919-590-0384
About Friends of Durham
The philosophy of the Friends of Durham is to make Durham a better place for everyone. This is best accomplished by focusing on local issues, primarily those issues that fall under the control of the city council, county commission, and school board. The organization also focuses on the following offices: sheriff, district attorney, clerk of court, and judicial.
General Email: thefriendsofdurham@gmail.com