Q: Can I still register to vote? A: Assuming you are eligible, yes, but time is of the essence. Deadline is Saturday, Oct 31st at 1:00 PM. For Morrisville voters, the closest location is the Herb Young Community Center, 101 Wilkinson Ave Cary. See Wake Votes Early for additional information.
Q: How's your health?
A: It's great! Thanks for asking. My 2006 surgery was successful and follow up tests have been good. I checked in with my doctor prior to throwing my hat in the political ring this summer. She confirmed that I am strong enough to actively serve the people of Morrisville when I become your mayor.
Q: Your opponent said you are a quitter. Care to comment?
A: I believe she is referring to my resignation from the council in 2006 to address my health issues. (see above) It was a difficult decision, one made after several lengthy discussions with my physician and my family. By 2008, I was healthy enough to lead the fight against the 19% property tax increase, co-found Morrisville Action, serve as our town's Land Use and Transportation Advisory Committee vice-chair and fulfill the homeschool graduation requirements for my daughter with Down syndrome.
Q: Did you really say the town should raise our taxes by 10%?
A: Good grief no! After I identified the 19% property tax increase last spring, I set about notifying residents, businesses, the Chamber of Commerce and the media. Morrisville Action members helped spread the word, as did Council member Lyons and representatives from several churches and neighborhoods. We emailed and we called elected officials, asking them, in good faith, to pass a budget with no tax increase. The response: less than 2 weeks before the final vote, council had yet to trim a single dollar from the budget. Nada. Zero. Zip. Not a single paper clip. I figured it was time to try a different approach. So I suggested a compromise, a negotiating point about half way between revenue neutral and the 19% tax increase favored by Faulkner and Stohlman. The compromise wasn't necessary. Thank goodness for active, engaged residents and the media.
Q: Why do you keep saying Faulkner supported the 19% property tax increase?
A: Because she voted to approve the Long Range Financial Plan that set a defacto tax rate 19% above revenue neutral.
Q: How's the campaign going?
A: Great! I've met some delightful people, heard from many more and am humbled by the work our campaign team has accomplished. Truly a study in grassroots teamwork.
Q: Why is Jackie more prominent on your signs than Holcombe?
A: I prefer to go by Jackie.
Q: How come you don't react more strongly to mud slinging?
Q: If I vote for you for mayor, will you (fill in the blank) ?
A: It takes 4 of 7 votes to change town policy. The mayor gets one vote. If elected, I will bring your issue up with council and will advocate for several voter requested changes.
Q: I voted on October 6th. Is there another election?
A: Yes. Morrisville Mayor and Town Council elections take place on November 3rd. See ElectJackieHolcombe for details.
Q: What time do the polls open on November 3rd?
A: 6:30 AM. See you then!
Congratulations Jackie! You ran a positive, issues based campaign, reached out to the citizens and small businesses, and the voters responded. I am so happy to have you as our new Mayor!
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