Buckley - Council Position No. 2
Connie Bender
Mackenzie A. Breeden
clbender12@gmail.com
mackenzieabreeden@gmail.com
Elected Experience: City Council 2017 to present.
Elected Experience: None
Other Professional Experience: Office supervisor/bookkeeper for family owned manufacturing company, manager at local nursery and cash office employee.
Other Professional Experience: Elementary School Teacher in White River School District, White River Community Activities Program Lead, JV / Assistant Varsity Soccer coach for White River High School Girls Soccer Team
Education: Graduated from Issaquah High School, earned a Paralegal Certificate from Green River Community College. Community Service: Volunteered for an equine rescue organization coordinating fund-raising events and volunteers. Volunteered as assistant coach for youth sports. Statement: I have been a resident of Buckley for more than 24 years. My children graduated from White River School District and four of my grandchildren are in attendance within the district. If reelected, I will continue to strive for responsible growth and development of our city. I will continue to listen and advocate for what the residents of Buckley truly want as our small town evolves, such as supporting our Police and Fire Department by voting for new and updated equipment. Wildlife is important to our city and should be considered as new land is being developed. That is why I spend numerous hours doing research on the Revised Code of Washington, the comprehensive plan and Buckley Municipal Code. I always want to ensure that all decisions are in accordance with legal requirements. I supported the residents’ rights to have open green space to enjoy. That is why I fought hard against the apartments being built near the Veterans Memorial and The Foothills Trail. I support our local businesses, senior center, youth center and our parks. I backed the Helmet ordinance to keep our youth safe while still enjoying activities outdoors. clbender12@gmail.com
Education: Graduate of White River High School Class of 2016. Attended Montana State University Billings on soccer and academic scholarships where I graduated in 2020 with a Bachelor degree in Elementary Education. Currently in pursuit of a Master Degree in Education. Community Service: Experience working with Salvation Army, Food Banks, and Community Cleanup Projects in multiple communities. Statement: Born and raised in Buckley, this community is my home, as well as many generations of my family. I bring a fresh perspective to the issues that face our community. One of my top priorities as a council member is to focus on how we plan and expand infrastructure to support our growing city. As a teacher in the White River School district, I am dedicated to ensuring we invest in and build programs that support the youth of our community. As an active participant in the school district organizations and community service, I have a proven track record in building relationships and finding solutions that foster positive and beneficial outcomes. My top priority as a member of this council is for Buckley to thrive as it once did and prioritize a sense of community for all citizens: old and new. We need to promote and support small business, including bringing new business opportunities that meet the needs of the loyal citizens of Buckley. I am excited to serve the people of Buckley and value the opportunity to bring a necessary voice in order to bring a sense of pride back to this community.
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