Chris Udall

"Jackie Meck is a true statesman"

"I think it is often forgotten that when someone decides to run for elective office, what they are officially doing is applying for a public service job. They spend days, weeks and months presenting their resume to the people who will be hiring them for the job.

I personally can't think of a better candidate and resume than Jackie Meck for the position of mayor of Buckeye. Jackie is a native of Buckeye and over the years since I've known him, his No. 1 concern, right after family, is the welfare and future of the town of Buckeye.

Jackie is a true public servant, a people person, someone who is acquainted with process, organization and organizational skills. He is acquainted with many state and federally elected officials, which is important when you are a mayor of any community in Arizona.

Jackie has a vast working knowledge of local government, especially when it comes to services that city governments are required to provide.

He especially understands our most important natural resource, water. Having been the general manager of the Buckeye Water Conservation District, he has a unique perspective of how important water is to about every facet of our lives.

Jackie recently retired, which means his will be able to devote his efforts full time if necessary to serve the good citizens of Buckeye.

If I were to describe Jackie in one sentence, I would say that Jackie is a true statesman. A politician is someone who looks to the next election; a statesman looks to the next generation.

Please vote for Jackie Meck."

Chris Udall