E. Jesse Whipple (Mayor of Mesquite, Nevada, candidate 2024)

E. Jesse Whipple

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Nonpartisan

Candidate, Mayor of Mesquite

Elections and appointments

Last election

November 5, 2024

Education

Associate

Dixie State College, 1999

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Religion

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (Mormon)

Profession

Entrepreneur

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E. Jesse Whipple ran for election to the Mayor of Mesquite in Nevada. He was on the ballot in the general election on November 5, 2024.^[source]

Whipple completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. Click here to read the survey answers.

Biography

E. Jesse Whipple provided the following biographical information via Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey on October 5, 2024:

• Birth date: August 21, 1976
• Birth place: St George, Utah
• High school: Virgin Valley High School
• Associate: Dixie State College, 1999
• Gender: Male
• Religion: The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (Mormon)
• Profession: Entrepreneur
• Incumbent officeholder: No
• Campaign slogan: A Mayor for ALL of Mesquite.

Elections

General election

General election for Mayor of Mesquite

Allan S. Litman and E. Jesse Whipple ran in the general election for Mayor of Mesquite on November 5, 2024.

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Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

I was born and raised in the Virgin Valley. I have lived or worked in the Valley my entire life with the majority of that time residing in Mesquite. I graduated from Virgin Valley High School and earned an associate's degree at Dixie State College. I also attended flight school and became a licensed commercial helicopter pilot and a CFI.

When I was 15 years old, I went to work for Leavitt Landscaping and Pest Control. I worked for Leavitt for about 10 years at which timing I took over the pest control branch of the company which I have operated here in Mesquite for about the last 23 years.

I've been married to my high school sweetheart for the past 26 years and we have 4 daughters that we've raised here in Mesquite.

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?

• Mesquite is a great community, and my number one goal is to continue that legacy and build upon it.
• I would like to develop and better culture of partnership between our city government and our citys business community.
• I would like and to improve our economic development and tourism departments.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

Community involvement. There are so many great things happening in our city that are under supported and I would like to see that change and create a stronger community.

Is there a book, essay, film, or something else you would recommend to someone who wants to understand your political philosophy?

1776 by David McCullough

What characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official?

Honesty, humility, values, and work ethic.

What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office?

I believe the Mayor needs to remember he represent each citizen of the city and should work as hard as possible for the things he believes are in their best interests.

What is your favorite book? Why?

My favorite book is The Count of Monte Cristo. I love the themes of overcoming hardship and ultimately learning to come to peace with the trials of life.

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

The mayor should represent the city with decorum, uprightness and civility

What do you love most about your city?

The city of Mesquite is a wonderful place to live and has provided me with the means and support to have a successful business and a great place to raise a family.

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

Affordable housing and managing our growth.

What do you believe is the ideal relationship between your city and the state government?

There should be constant and open discussion and partnership between all levels of government.

What do you believe is the ideal relationship between your city and the federal government?

There should be constant and open discussion and partnership between all levels of government.

What do you believe is the ideal relationship between the mayor's office and law enforcement?

The mayor and law enforcement should work together to ensure the safety of the citizens. The mayor should also allow law enforcment to do their job without interference but hold them accountable when needed.

What are your views on financial transparency and government accountability?

I believe government should by 100 percent transparent in all aspects.

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