Political Newcomer Gale Adcock Takes Seat on Cary Town Council
Endorsed Candidate has Solid
Understanding of Issues
That are Vital to the PBA
The Cary Chapter of the North
Carolina Police Benevolent Association proudly offered its endorsement
of “District D” candidate Gale Adcock during the 2007 municipal election
season. Adcock chose to run for the “District D” seat when the current
council member chose to not seek re-election. Adcock who moved to North
Carolina from her home in Virginia over 30 years ago has lived with her
family in Cary since 1994. She chose to make the Cary Town Council race
her first run for public office. As a registered nurse and family nurse
practitioner, Adcock has over three decades of experience caring for
individuals and families. She has also served as President of the North
Carolina Nurses Association and has been involved in lobbying efforts
for better health care. She currently works for SAS Institute at their
world headquarters in Cary where she manages their corporate health care
program.
On August 27, 2007, Adcock was invited to meet with Cary chapter members
and discuss issues that are vitally important to the PBA and public
safety. Some of the issues discussed included local and legislative
support for law enforcement issues, support for benefits enhancement,
and budget support for personnel and equipment. Based on the screening
committee’s recommendations the Cary Chapter Board of Directors voted to
endorse Gale in the October 9th election. According to Cary Chapter
President Randy Byrd, "We are proud to endorse Gale Adcock for Cary Town
Council in District D. She has a thorough understanding of the issues
that are important to our Association and public safety along with a
proven record of service to her profession and community."
Adcock, upon receiving the endorsement had the following comments. “It
is an honor for me to be endorsed by an organization as well-respected
as the Police Benevolent Association. The PBA and I share a fundamental
belief in the necessity of a well-staffed and resourced police force in
order to assure the safety of Cary citizens." Adcock also proudly
displayed the endorsement on her web site and through direct mail
advertising during her campaign.
On September 26, 2007, the PBA offered further support for Adcock’s
campaign by hosting a “meet and greet” event at the home of member Dave
Wulff and his wife Linda. Jeff Fluck the Director of Governmental
Affairs for the Southern States PBA was also in attendance. During this
event, Adcock was presented a campaign contribution on behalf of the
North Carolina PBA.
On October 9, 2007, Adcock won the “District D” seat by claiming 55% of
the votes. She was officially sworn in on December 13, 2007. The PBA is
looking forward to working with her on a variety of issues and
continuing the positive relationship that has been developed.