Jacky Wilson, candidate for board of commissioners in Rolesville, NC
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Jacky Wilson, candidate for board of commissioners in Rolesville, NC
Five people are looking to join the Rolesville Board of Commissioners.
There are three seats open on the board with all three incumbents — Joseph “Jacky” Wilson, Paul Vilga and April Sneed — running for re-election. The two challengers are political newcomers Dan Alston and Steven Dieckhaus.
Early voting in the Nov. 2 election runs through Oct. 30.
To find polling places and full details on early voting, visit wakevotesearly.com or contact the Board of Elections at 919-404-4040 or voter@wakegov.com
Name: Joseph “Jacky” Wilson
Age: 71
Residence: 203 Kellygreen Court
Occupation: Real estate broker
Education: Some college (no degree)
Political or civic experience: Past president of Rolesville Chamber of Commerce, Past Chairman of the Board of Eastern Wake EMS, Presbyterian Church elder, deacon, and Sunday School Teacher. Served as Rolesville Town Commissioner from 2004 until 2008, past Rolesville
Campaign website: www.facebook.com/vote4dant2021
In August, Rolesville Mayor Ronnie Currin ordered a mask mandate unlike some other Wake County towns. Do you agree with this decision?
Yes, I believe wearing masks and getting vaccinated are the key to defeating COVID
What is Rolesville doing right, and wrong, on managing growth?
Working with developers to ensure proper infrastructure and traffic control
If elected, what would your two or three priorities be during your first year in office?
Urbanizing our rural fire department. Taking steps to lower EMS response times.
What unique skills or life perspective would you bring to city governance?
Experience in commercial and residential development, experience is fire and EMS services
This story was originally published October 16, 2021 at 12:53 PM with the headline "Jacky Wilson, candidate for board of commissioners in Rolesville, NC."