Jeff White
Member since Sep 17, 2016
Recent Comments
Re: “Family Business”
Michael Jensen is no longer running unopposed in this election. My name is Jeff White and due to the concerns raised in the reports and audits taking place and the articles being released, I filed as a write in candidate for Salt Lake County Council District #2.
I'm a professional problem solver. I'm a volunteer, currently I volunteer as a nationally certified fencing instructor and as an Assistant Dean for the University of Scouting. I've also been a volunteer EMT. I manage safety programs at an R&D site.
I believe in keeping Your money in Your pockets.
I believe a County is not infrastructure, it's people. Families and individuals.
When I budget for an activity and it's someone elses budget, I do things thrifty, never overspending because it's not my money.
I understand how to see the bigger picture. I listen, I research, in that order.
Trust. Loyalty. Respect.
www.votejeffwhite.com
Re: “Election Guide 2016”
This is a good article, but since space is always limited, I'd like to add to it.
I'm running as a Write-In for SLCO Council District 2 against Michael Jensen, the former UFA Fire Chief who was running unopposed, but isn't any longer.
Responding to my campaign, Michael Jensen has said "I would hope anybody running for office would have a plan for why they would run, not just because there's a negative reason to run. It should be about what you can do to build the community." (DesNews)
This is a fair statement I'll answer to.
Yes, I have reasons to run and qualifications besides a "negative reason". This is Not my first campaign, I've run for West Valley City Council in the recent past. I've spoken in WVC Council meetings many, many times. I'm active in the community as a volunteer, nationally certified, fencing instructor at Granite Peaks Education, in Scouting at the Local and Council level. Recently I taught Citizenship in the Community and Nation merit badges to aprox. 250 Scouts and keeping sixty four 12-13 yr old Scouts in one class, engaged for two hours was a satisfying challenge.
I've been a volunteer EMT and like Michael, I've saved lives.
Over the years I've put forth ideas and plans that would help reduce the tax burden (unfortunately, none have been adopted that I'm aware of.) I've spoken privately with Councilmembers advocating for citizens to have chickens in WVC and now they do. I have an idea that'll reduce traffic congestion (but while Jeff White can't get traction on it, perhaps Councilmember White can.)
I have and will continue to influence others. I believe a community is not infrastructure, it's people. And I don't know what the State or UFA audit will say, but if they validate the media reports of the last few months, then, and only then will my trust in the man I voted for four years ago be gone. As of now, I'm waiting and holding out any judgement.
The plan - Listen, then research. In that order because then I get the bigger picture. Publish a Monthly Top 5 or Top 10 list of current and upcoming issues facing each community in District 2 and hold Town Hall meetings to get feedback and a bigger picture.
I will represent the people, keeping your money in your pockets. I've spoken against tax increases at WVC Council meetings and felt most of the Council wasn't listening. I want a Councilmember who will listen. I'll be that Councilmember.
I also want a Councilmember who is in attendance more than 48% (according to 2016 published meeting minutes.) I'll be in attendance. I'll be that Councilmember.
Write in Jeff White, SCLO Council #2
www.votejeffwhite.com
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