Endorsements- Urban a Leader for Matthews
Margaret Draganac, Colonel, USAF Retired
I am writing to express my strong support for your re-election to the Board of Commissioners, Matthews, NC
You have demonstrated commitment and dedication to the Town of Matthews and her citizens. As a Veteran with 25 years of service in the United States Air Force, I understand that you respect and support Veterans in both your position on the Board of Commissioners and your personal business life.
I know that you are a honorable and trusted Commissioner and you weigh the issues that come before the Board without taking specific sides, but weigh the information presented and consider all the facts of an issue.
You are a problem solver with the main objective of helping the Town of Matthews and her citizens.
Being nonpartisan, gives you a better perspective for helping the citizens and their families. I understand that the Board of Commissioners are supposed to be nonpartisan, but I have also seen that not to be true with some Commissioners. I feel sad to see that happen with some members of the Board. Veterans are the backbone of our town and country and I appreciate your support.
Becky Hayes-Williard President-Matthews Historical Foundation
I have had the privilege to serve with John for over 15 years on the Matthews Historical Foundation Board. He is dedicated to the preservation and maintenance of our historical properties. He also works tirelessly to ensure that proposed new projects are a good fit for planned new growth in the community. Besides all of that, John is one of the kindest people I know and he cares deeply about Matthews. Vote to Re-Elect John Urban to preserve the historical integrity of Matthews and help our community.
Paula H. Lester & Lawrence J. Lester
John Urban's 14 years of experience as a Matthews Town Commissioner is extremely valuable to its citizens, businesses, schools, and churches today and in the future. For many years John Urban has contributed his knowledge, to make Matthews a great place to live, raise a family or have a business. As a local business owner, he's given unselfishly countless hours and expertise to ensure Matthews town projects meet or exceed expectations.
A town benefits from a commissioner's history, project participation and knowledge of the pros & cons that produced positive outcomes. Future success comes from a Council, comprised of individuals with these talents, and the ability to apply them to future opportunities. This ensures Matthews continues to be a community with a small-town feel and that's family and business friendly.
In a world of increasing complexities and A.I. generating possible outcomes- history and knowledge of past developments is extremely valuable. Familiarity of previous projects and policies and what made them successful is critical to evaluating future opportunities.
Internet blitzes and social media followers do not translate into how to avoid pitfalls in complex projects or knowledge on how to negotiate what's best for Matthews.
John Urban is not running to - "make political decisions" for Matthews.
John Urban is running to "MAKE THE BEST DECISIONS for Matthews.
On election day please- Vote John Urban for Matthews Town Council
Tom A. Dorsey
I am glad to support Commissioner John Urban's candidacy for re-election. John's background and training are a reason for his success in identifying opportunities and challenges with land use and construction proposals that others would not recognize. He is a subject matter expert. We are all the better for his contributions. And those extend to include his ability to understand legal matters facing the Town, while advocating for ongoing strategic planning and prudent fiscal management. He fully understands the issues and is a true "Renaissance man"
Matthews benefits from his presence on our Board of Commissioners.
Marilyn Lord-James
Town Commissioners serve a vital role in our community and thanks to John Urban's dedication, years of hard work and professional guidance, Matthews is on the right course.
John Urban has proven to be very knowledgeable, approachable, and sincerely interested in arriving at the best solutions for Matthews. His well-reasoned positions always have an eye toward a long term sustainable future for Matthews' continued growth, which benefits us all.
We need John Urban re-elected to the Town Board, for the knowledge, experience and informed objectivity he brings to every issue.
Gene Willard, Retired Bank Executive, US Army, Retired
I passionately endorse re-electing John Urban for another term on the Board of Commissioners. He is a long term resident, business owner, active with non-profit organizations and selfless supporter of all things Matthews, including Veterans. He does not have a personal, business or political agenda and serves with high integrity.
John Urban is the most experienced and qualified Matthews Town Commissioner seeking re-election. He is dedicated to making Matthews the best it can be. His contributions over the years to improving the quality of life and support for the business and civic community is unparalleled by any other person seeking election in 2025.
He should be the Commissioner to receive a vote on your ballot. Alphabetically, he will be near the bottom of your ballot.
Charles "Chuck" W. Bennett & Anne W. Bennett
We have been residents of Matthews for over 40 years and have seen our Town grow in so many ways, both good and bad. As long-term residents, a Veteran, local business owner, past President of the Matthews Chamber of Commerce, and many years teaching your children at Matthews Elementary, we appreciate the sound, solid, and conservative guidance our Town has been given by the public service of John Urban. Currently our community has a serious choice to make between rampant growth, lack of understanding basics of financial management, and ever-increasing tax burdens from inexperienced candidates (including some incumbents) and the skilled dedication of John Urban. We support and recommend to you that you support John Urban's re=election for Matthews Town Council.