Bob Yanacsek

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Bob Yanacsek

Nonpartisan

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Last election

November 5, 2019

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Bob Yanacsek ran for election for Mayor of Monroe in North Carolina. He lost in the general election on November 5, 2019.

Yanacsek completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2019. Click here to read the survey answers.

Elections

2019

See also: Mayoral election in Monroe, North Carolina (2019)

General election

General election for Mayor of Monroe

Incumbent Bobby Kilgore defeated Bob Yanacsek and Brent Anthony in the general election for Mayor of Monroe on November 5, 2019.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Bobby Kilgore (Nonpartisan)	62.5	1,743
		Bob Yanacsek (Nonpartisan)	20.6	574
	Submit photo	Brent Anthony (Nonpartisan)	16.8	468
		Other/Write-in votes	0.2	6

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Campaign themes

2019

Ballotpedia survey responses

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Bob Yanacsek completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2019. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Yanacsek's responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.

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Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

For too long, the voices of the majority of Monroe residents have been ignored. Small-town politics have prevailed and policies have benefited the few, instead of the many.

With the by-pass on the horizon, Monroe needs to make quick decisions in order to adapt to what will likely be a big change.

I'd like to represent all of Monroe, regardless of political affiliation or economic standing through this process.

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

• Change the way council and the City interact with the citizens. The community must play a part in the future of our City.
• Restore pride and the feeling of having a voice. Finally start working om quality of life issues like new animal care codes and minimum housing and commercial standerds.
• Continue to attract businesse while maintianing our small town charm.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

I have lived in Union County since 1978. I've witnessed many changes, both good and bad. I believe Monroe has the potential for greatness and I'm hoping voters will allow me the chance to help make that greatness a reality for all residents.

Who do you look up to? Whose example would you like to follow, and why?

I look up to my Father and Brother. Both are amazing individuals that have served not only the United States in their Military Service but also in the local community.

What is the first historical event that happened in your lifetime that you remember? How old were you at the time?

I vividly remember the United States Bicentennial and all the amazing patriotic celebrations. I was 6 years old at the time.

What was your very first job? How long did you have it?

My first job was working as a side order cook at the Quincys steak house in Monroe

What is your favorite book? Why?

The Right Stuff. I'm a space nerd.

A mayor is a leader in his or her city. What does that mean to you?

As the Mayor you are the face of your city and its citizens. Something happens the community and media turn to you for explanation and guidance. It is an amazing responsibility but I am ready for the challenge to represent all of our citizens.

Mayors have many responsibilities, which vary from city to city. Which of those do you personally consider the most important in your city?

Restoring pride in our city and encouraging involvement of our citizens, not discouraging it.

What do you love most about your city?

I love ourt rich history, its amazing people.

What do you perceive to be your city's greatest challenges over the next decade?

We must become a vibrant safe city while preventing uncontrolled growth.

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