Public Safety, Parks, and Infrastructure.

Education and Qualifications: I was born and raised in Benicia, attended St. Dominic’s for 7 years, then Benicia Middle School. I received my Associate’s Degree from Diablo Valley College, after attending Benicia High School, and a few others in Oregon. I have always had a profound love for the City of Benicia, even as a kid. I could not think of a better place for my wife Heather and I, to raise our two children, Rick (10) and Sydney (12). We are heavily involved in Benicia sports and schools, with myself coaching Little League baseball, and Heather taking over as President of the Matthew Turner PTA. My primary focus of running for Mayor is to ensure the safety and overall enjoyment for Benicia’s youth. This starts with making sure we have adequate public safety measures put in place. This includes City Police, Firefighters, a Parks Department, and simply making sure we keep our town safe. I plan on achieving this by helping bring new revenue streams to town and supporting our current, local business, both old and new. Thank you for your consideration.

improve city fiscal stability promote economic development and housing growth remove restrictions on small scale development

FOUR MORE YEARS OF PROVEN LEADERSHIP As we approach the forthcoming election, our City stands at a crossroads of critical decisions that will define the future of Benicia. The challenges we face are many and will require innovative solutions and steadfast resolve.

For the past four years, I have led the Council through the City's response to a global pandemic, building a solid financial foundation, rezoning land to encourage more housing, fostering a vibrant downtown and business park, and championing the simplification of City processes to make it easier for residents and businesses to access City services. Additionally, I have realigned the scope of the Housing Preservation Review Commission.

I have made transparency and communication the core mission of my service to Benicia residents. I am the first Mayor to regularly monitor, engage and communicate with constituents on social media and I consistently respond to direct and public questions.

There is more to be done.

In this election, we are not just deciding on leadership; we are continuing to shape the vision of Benicia’s identity, aspiring to create a community that embodies resilience, prosperity, and a balance between smart progress, historic preservation, and ongoing sustainability.