I think Percival and Eärendil have some fantastic ideas to bring to Ravenhold, but I feel the need to bring up this subject: Are other non-elf races allowed to hold positions of power in the Elven Government? All I'm asking here is that the higher powers who shall be deciding who will become the Mayor take this into account. Although Percival has many, many good ideas, I don't think it would be accepted if a Halfling became the Mayor of an Elven City. Perhaps he could still become an advisor to the Mayor? That would be an equal compromise. The chosen mayor could still put his ideas into action along with the help of the advisor, but the mayor is a political figure and I think it's right to keep that position strictly available only to the Elves.
Best Regards to the Applicants,
Warden Noble Leafwind of Ravenhold