Candidate For Village Council

Name
Tom Eck

State
4012 Autumn Blossom Lane
Marvin, NC 28173

Subdivision
Marvin Creek

Phone
(704) 7763298

Email
teck@marvinunited.com

Education
BA and JD from the Univ. of Southern California

Occupation
Attorney

Briefly describe yourself and your background.
I grew up in in Carson City, Nevada, a small town where I learned the importance of community, hard work, and looking out for your neighbors—values that continue to guide me today. I’m an attorney by profession, with my 35-year career built on helping people find practical, common-sense solutions. I think I can bring that same collaborative spirit to the Marvin Village Council. I’ve had the privilege of calling Marvin home for four years, and I love the same small town character I grew up with. I care deeply about preserving Marvin’s unique character while ensuring our tax dollars are spent wisely and our growth is guided by smart, responsible planning.

Describe your experience and accomplishments.
My greatest accomplishment I share with my wife Elizabeth, and that is raising three children who have grown into wonderful adults. From a professional standpoint, I’ve had an exciting and rewarding career in law, which, contrary to the impression of lawyers generally, has been one of actually resolving disputes, building consensus, and collaborating with parties of disparate positions to create lasting agreements that benefit everyone involved. I’ve held senior positions with some of the nation’s largest financial institutions as well as service in the government, and all of it – both deep and varied- has prepared me well for service on the village council.

What would be your top priorities for your term in office?
My top priorities are: 1. Ensuring fiscal responsibility and opposing unnecessary tax increases 2. Updating and enforcing our land use plan and zoning ordinance to reflect the values and priorities of our residents 3. Restoring civility in the village government

How do you plan to address those priorities?
First, I’ll push for a thorough review of the village’s budget to ensure every dollar is spent wisely, especially in light of the recent property tax increase—which I oppose. Residents deserve to know their money is being used efficiently and with a clear purpose, and not on pet projects not supported by the community – like issuing bonds to build expensive trails. Second, I’ll make sure we update the Marvin land use plan (now five years old) and ensure that it and our zoning ordinance fit Marvin’s rural character. With respect to civility, I will insist that all participants in council meetings treat each other with courtesy and respect at all times. I’ll also work to open up lines of communication between the council and the community, so residents can be more a part of the decisions shaping their future.

What is your long-term vision for the Village and how do you plan to make it a reality?
I envision a Marvin that retains its charm, rural beauty, and close-knit feel while embracing thoughtful progress. That means protecting green space and keeping our village financially strong. It also means having a council that listens, collaborates, and leads with common sense. I’ll work hard to, first and foremost, listen to the people of Marvin, then bring them together to ensure Marvin remains a place where families want to stay, neighbors know each other, and everyone feels heard.