Candidate for
Treasurer/Tax Collector; County of Monterey

I'm Mary Mangels Zeeb, a candidate for the office of Monterey County Treasurer-Tax Collector.

The No. 1 question I am asked is "so why are you running?"

I'm running because the residents and taxpayers of Monterey County deserve a Treasurer-Tax Collector who is an experienced professional that understands all aspects of the position and takes her fiduciary responsibility seriously. They deserve someone who will work collaboratively with the finance offices to ensure taxpayers are not being overtaxed on property. They deserve someone who will ensure the safety of all treasury investments while maintaining a positive cash flow for the county, cities, schools and special districts. They deserve someone who will work for their interests, and I believe I am that person.

I am the Assistant Treasurer-Tax Collector for the County of Monterey and have served in that capacity for over 12 years. As the Assistant, I am responsible for developing, preparing and administering the Treasurer's annual $6.3 million budget. I also oversee the county's $1 billion investment portfolio on behalf of the 27 school districts, 126 special districts and taxpayers of the county.

I have continually endeavored to implement and improve programs and services, and contributed to the success and reputation of the Treasurer-Tax Collector's Department by repeatedly demonstrating my outstanding work ethic, professional knowledge and leadership skills.

For more than 30 years I have risen to a leadership capacity in most of my endeavors. I bring my ability to influence people, direct organizations and accomplish objectives. I have volunteered my time and service to numerous local charitable and service organizations, including the California International Airshow Salinas, ARIEL Theatrical, California Rodeo Salinas, Salinas High School Booster Club, Leadership Salinas and the Salinas Jaycees.

I am a member of the Association of Governmental Accountants, Governmental Finance Officer Association and the California Association of County Treasurers and Tax Collectors. I also hold a Master's Degree in Public Administration, a Bachelor's Degree in Management, and an Associate of Arts in Business Administration.

I am proud to be endorsed by many leaders in this community such as Lou Solton, current Treasurer-Tax Collector; Harry Wardwell, Regional President of a local bank; Bob Perkins, former Executive Director of the Monterey County Farm Bureau; Steve Vagnini, Assessor-Clerk-Recorder; Jack Skillicorn, Auditor-Controller (retired), Steve Villegas, Salinas Councilman; Joe Gunter, Salinas Police Department (retired); and Steve McShane, Agricultural Businessman, just to name a few. And, I have received endorsements from my professional peers statewide.

I respectfully ask for your vote on June 8th.