Endorsments

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"Dale understands the risks facing the community and continues to prioritize common sense solutions to create a safer Chico. Chico Firefighters proudly endorse Dale Bennett for Chity Council, District 3." Ken Campbell, President Chico Firefighters

"Dale Bennett has prioritized public safety during his tenure on the City Council by supporting and advocating for the Chico Police Department an the Chico Fire Department. Dale Bennett understands the problems that Chico is facing, and he has shown to have common sense approaches to solving them. The CPOA proudly endorses Dale Bennett for Chico City Council." Tyler Rainey, President Chico Police Officers' Association

"Dale Bennett has shown a commitment to public safety in his time on council. The City of Chico and the Sheriff's Office have an excellent working relationship thanks to a supportive City Council. Councilmember Bennett understands that adequately funding Police and Fire services are key to a safe and clean community."

"Dale Bennett has been a mature, thoughtful voice during his time on Council. He educates himself on all aspects of crucial issues, and always seeks to do what is right for our community. I trust Dale to continue his service in the manner I described and therefore has my full endorsement for Chico City Council District 3."

"Declining to submit to the labeling associated with partisanship, Dale Bennett instead seeks to instead focus on doing the right thing. As a lifelong Chico resident with significant local business experience, Dale has demonstrated a high degree of thoughtfulness and careful deliberation in all of his decisions. THIS is exactly what is needed in a Chico City Council member, and THIS is why I unconditionally endorse Dale Bennett:" 

"...More often than not we tend to endorse incumbents if they can do the job, and we think Bennett has more than don that. While he generally lines up with the conservatives, the former planning commissioner has proven himself as an independent thinker who asks a lot of good questions and-for lack of a better term-ruminates over the answers. He's a common sense, albeit oft quiet councilor on a dais that could always stand a few more.  We think the city's progress on the homeless front-albeit much of it forced by legal means-has been impressive, and we like the common-sense path Bennett has quietly helped to guide. He's earned the right to keep his seat.

"I endorse Dale Bennett! He is the man!"

"As a former Chico City Councilmember (1996-2008) and Mayor (1999-2000), I know full well the importance of electing free thinking and dedicated people like Dale to these very important positions. I have known Dale, and seen him in action over many years in Chico; he is what we need and now is when we need him."

" We have high hopes that you are re-elected! We need the voice like yours on our Chico City Council."

"I have known Dale Bennett for nearly 25 years and the whole-heartedly endorse him for District 3. Dale is a Chico "kid" and cares deeply for his native city. Dale does his homework and is thoughtful in his decision making. He asks good questions, and he has a keen eye for detail."

"We are happy and proud to endorse Dale for Chico City Council. We appreciate the thoughtful way Dale questions and researches issues and votes based on that rather than his personal opinion. We are grateful for his service to our community."

 "For as long as I have know Dale he has been committed to making Chico a better place. Whenever I talk to him his love for this City shines through. I think Dale is able to listen to all sides of a situation and make an educated decision. I trust Dale Bennett to help lead our City in the future." make an educated decision. I trust Dale Bennett to help lead our City in the future."

"Hard-Working, committed to the success of Chico, listens to the people, understands finances and the importance of a balanced budget and believes in public safety. These are the reasons why I support Dale Bennett."