I have known Walt

White for many years. I know Walt White has been a part of the city's

successful efforts to garner transportation dollars from the state. I

know Walt White has fought for lower density and higher standards for

developers in our community. I know Walt White has supported our police

and fire by making sure the needed resources are available. I know Walt

White will continue to provide this kind of leadership when he is reelected.

Councilman White's

opponent, on the other hand, hasn't the experience in dealing with these

complex issues. I have spoken with Councilman White's opponent and have

read his press release and he has convinced me that he believes your local

government should not be setting standards for developers and builders.

For most of us, our

home is our single largest investment and we want our local government

to protect that investment through proper zoning regulations and building

codes. Councilman White has supported these regulations; his opponent,

apparently, will not. Vote with me for Walt White in the Fayetteville

City election on Tuesday, Nov. 6.

Mike Wheat

Fayetteville

[Wheat is a former

mayor of Fayetteville.]