Darrel Lackey, Mayor Candidate

Darrel Lackey, candidate for Mayor has submitted his bio/platform to be published in "The Wentzvillian." Mr. Lackey has been interview many times and "The Wentzvillian" Knows his credential and experience. He is an independent-thinking, registered candidate for Mayor. The following press release was just received, for immediate release:

DARREL LACKEY

FOR MAYOR



LIVE

Improve the Quality of Life for our Citizens through the future reduction in taxation.

• Become better stewards of taxpayers money
• Reduce wasteful spending
• Examine our departmental budgets to reduce inefficiencies
• Formulate a committee of Citizens to advise the Board of Aldermen and Mayoral Office on Ideas for the reduction of spending

Darrel Lackey and his bride of 38 years have made Wentzville home since 1975. They have three grown daughters and two grandchildren that make their homes in St. Charles County.

 

WORK

Attract more quality jobs to improve sustainable employment.

• Work with County, State, and Federal Resources to strategize the targeting of specific industries that will complement our Educational, Cultural, and Geographic Advantages
• Review and update our current requirements for the opening of new businesses
• Develop and enhance strategic partnerships between Educational, Civic, Business, and Governmental entities in order to create a United Effort in attracting quality employers

Darrel Lackey is currently a Financial Adviser with Waddell and Reed, Inc. located in Downtown Wentzville. He is a Chamber member and has been in the Financial Services Industry for 37 years.

 

PLAY

Improve and update our parks and roadways.

• Begin the implementation of the Parks Master Plan by working closely with the Parks and Recreation Board in the development of new recreational venues
• Identify "problematic" intersections with our City Staff in order to re-design those areas resulting in a smoother traffic flow
• Calibrate traffic signals in order to provide a smoother flow of traffic at all times

Darrel Lackey has enjoyed being there to coach his daughters' softball teams, and enjoys playing golf during his off time. He is also a die hard Cardinal's and Ram's fan.

 

EXPERIENCE

• Wentzville Alderman, Ward 2 1987-1992 (3 terms)
• Wentzville Mayor 1992-1995 (2 terms)
• Wentzville Alderman, Ward 3 2002-2006 (2 terms)
• Wentzville Township Committeeman 2004-2010 (3 terms)

 

MEMBERSHIPS

• Knights of Columbus 3rd Degree Knight
• Wentzville Rotary Club (president 2000)
• Wentzville Downtown Business Association (Director)
• Wentzville Historical Society
• Wentzville Chamber of Commerce
• National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors (NAIFA)
• Life Underwriter Training Council Fellow (LUTCF)
• Certified Mutual Funda Counselor

 

Past experience and strong desire to foster equal partnerships between the Citizens, Business Owners, and the Board of Aldermen, in order to continue Wentzville's great reputation as being a Place to Live - Work - Play.

Darrel Lackey
314-941-5513
email: leolackey@yahoo.com
Website: http://www.darrel4mayor.com/
David Reynolds, Treasurer

 

An invitation was given to all candidates running for office in the 2012 election to place their bio/platform here. This offer is open for any legitimate, independent-thinking, registered candidate to post their political platform. (If you are a candidate and want your platform presented here, email it to: thewentzvillian@aol.com. Submissions will be posted in the order of receipt and unedited.)