In August of 2003, Nels Roseland sought and received the PBA endorsement in his re-election bid for the District B seat on the Cary town council. He was endorsed and won his race to return to his seat on the town council. During the next four years on the Cary town council, he supported issues that were important to Cary members to include bringing a police K-9 program to the agency and a policy provision to provide health insurance for town employees seriously injured in the line of duty who retire because of the injury. Roseland was also an advocate for expanding police resources through additional personnel and equipment throughout his council career.

Roseland was born in Melbourne, Florida and attended the University of Central Florida and the Florida State University. He has a Masters Degree in Public Administration and a Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science and Business Administration. He currently works as a Deputy Chief of Staff and Chief Financial Officer for the North Carolina Department of Justice and the Attorney General. He and his wife Julie live in Cary with their two children. They attend St. Michael’s Catholic Church. Roseland served two terms on the Cary town council before leaving office in 2007.

Roseland was recognized for his commitment to law enforcement by the Cary chapter as part of the 2nd Annual “George Almond” Officer of the Year event on March 15, 2008. He was presented a plaque on behalf of the membership by Cary chapter President Randy Byrd and retired Detective George Almond. In presenting the plaque Byrd read the inscription that summed up the chapter’s appreciation: “This plaque is presented in appreciation of your dedicated and loyal support of the Cary Police Department and the Cary Chapter of the North Carolina Police Benevolent Association. Your tireless efforts have improved the quality of life for both active and retired officers. On behalf of the Cary Chapter of the North Carolina PBA, we offer our best wishes for your success in future endeavors, and we thank you for a job well done.” According to Roseland, “Receiving this award from the PBA is an incredible honor. To be recognized by Cary law enforcement professionals who care so much and work so hard to make sure Cary remains the safest city in the southeast is something I will never forget.”