Jessie Murdock is running unopposed for one of three seats on the Camp Verde Town Council.
What makes you qualified for a position on the town council?
I understand how our Camp Verde Town Council works. We have a council-manager form of government. I am a single voice out of seven. I work to understand every issue that is presented to our council as well as understand each subject that we are reviewing.
What makes Camp Verde great?
Many things. Our town and the valley in which we live is very unique. The people who live here are amazing. The scenery is unbeatable. Our climate lets us live in every season. Outdoor recreation is minutes away whether it is the mountains for hiking, biking, hunting, fishing or camping. The Verde River and Clear Creek provide many opportunities for enjoyment of their resources as well.
What do you bring to the council?
I am the youngest serving council member. I have served as a council member for the last seven years. I know that I represent everyone here in Camp Verde, but I feel my voice most reflects the younger demographic.
How will you help Camp Verde to recover from the coronavirus and resulting economic slump?
As a resident here in Camp Verde I try my best to support our local economy. While serving as a council member, I support the town budget. The Town of Camp Verde relies heavily on local sales tax to fund our budget. We have been in a financial position for a few years that has allowed us to continue to provide our community with full time town services. We have a very strong economy here, I will continue to support our projects and goals for the town only as we can afford it.
How do you hope to keep Camp Verde affordable to residents?
The town is still growing. We are currently seeing more and more investments into our local housing infrastructure as well as new employment opportunities. I will continue to support the opportunities for growth and economic development for our community. I look forward to great things happening in our town.
Candidate Essay:
I have served our community on the Council for the last 7 years. Initially I was appointed as a result of a mid-term vacancy. Since then I have been re-elected twice.
I live in Camp Verde with my husband, David and two children, Clancy (10) and Wilder (6). I work full time in Camp Verde. My children keep me very busy with their extra curricular activities that they participate in.
I am a huge supporter of our local sports teams, we attend most home games if we can, Go Cowboys! I am an avid outdoor enthusiast. You can find me outside most weekends with friends and family.
I have lived my entire life in the Verde Valley, the last 16 have been in Camp Verde. I am a 5th generation Arizonian and love our state and the deep roots that my family has here.
Our wonderful Verde River and creeks are such precious resources and should be fought for and protected. As our state and valley continue to grow, efforts need to be made to conserve our natural resources. Our local conservation groups look to local government for leadership and I will continue to support our waters, locally and upstream.
With the growth of the Town, stresses are placed on infrastructure and services, investments need to be made by the Town to continue to provide services whether it be through, our local law enforcement, sanitary district, recreational activities, the maintenance of streets and roads, and services the Town provides. I have long supported the investments made back into the community, I am looking forward to the completion of the new and ongoing projects that the Town is working on.
If reelected I will continue to work hard for the citizens of Camp Verde. I have enjoyed serving as a council member, and I would love the opportunity to continue to serve and represent Camp Verde. Camp Verde is such an amazing place, I love it here and working for everyone has been significant in my life. Thank you to everyone who has supported me and I look forward to continuing to serve you as your local elected official.
