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Bill Thunberg
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Published: July 1, 2009
Hometown: Mooresville (raised in Goldsboro)
Occupation: Owner, Alexander Zachary Jewelers
Education: 1969 graduate of Goldsboro High School; 1975 B.A. in philosophy from East Carolina University; 1982 Young Executives Institute, UNC Chapel Hill
What are the biggest issues facing your constituency?
Jobs and the general economy, transportation and traffic.
Of those issues, which is the most important?
Jobs.
What, if any, prior experience do you have that will help you if you're elected?
Mayor, Town of Mooresville
Chairman, Centralina Economic Development Commission
Board Member, Charlotte Regional Partnership
Secretary, Mooresville-South Iredell Economic Development Corporation
Chairman, North Carolina League of Municipalities Planning and Services Legislative Action Committee
Past Chair, Mooresville-South Iredell Chamber of Commerce Economic Development Committee
Elected Member, Mooresville Graded School District Board of Trustees
Iredell County Representative, Regional Comprehensive Economic Development Strategic Plan Committee
What is one thing you think the current board/mayor is doing right?
Keeping the board focused on serving the citizens by focusing on board principles:
- maintain or enhance the financial condition of the town
- maintain or enhance the quality of services provided to the citizens
- respect the commitment of the taxpayers
- respect the sacrifices and efforts of town employees
What is one thing you think the current board/mayor is doing wrong?
What specifically would you do if elected in response to the area's growth?
Continue to: listen to citizens; work cooperatively with other governmental authorities; and focus on having the proper policies, plans and ordinances so that growth takes place in an orderly and sustainable manner.
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