Council Member, Council District 5 — City of Tehachapi
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Members of the city council draft and vote on city laws and appoint certain municipal officers and employees.
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My Top 3 Priorities
Prioritize Public Safety for our schools and neighborhoods by ensuring we have first responders that are supported with adequate resources and personnel.
Increase transparency and accountability systems in our local government to foster an environment of trust and cooperation throughout our community.
Work cooperatively with all stakeholders by improving communication and building productive relationships between citizens, city staff and elected officials.
Experience
Education
Rio Hondo College — Associates of Science, Criminal Justice (2008)
Biography
I moved to Tehachapi with my family at the age of 12. I grew up and went to schools here prior to joining the U.S. Air Force where I served as a Military Firefighter. I met and married my wonderful wife Andrea right here in Tehachapi over 18 years ago. After being Honorably discharged from the service, I was hired as a Police Officer and I currently serve at the rank of Sergeant having previously served as an interim Lieutenant. I have enjoyed a wonderful career. Public Safety is very important to me. I possess an A.S in Criminal Justice. I am a graduate of The Sherman Block Supervisory Leaderhsip Institute, and the Los Angeles Fire Department Leadership Academy.
My wife and I love Tehachapi and we feel blessed to be raising our 3 children right here in our hometown. In my spare time, I enjoy fishing and volunteering for Tehachapi AYSO where I help to coach my son Ethan's soccer team. I believe in the importance of service to others. As a local homeowner and taxpayer, I aim to ensure responsibility, accountability and transparency for the people of Tehachapi.
Political Beliefs
Political Philosophy
In the midst of so many charged political debates and labels, I am very happy to be running for a non-partisan office. I seek the opportunity to represent my fellow friends and neighbors on the issues that are important to them.. right here in the beautiful town of Tehachapi. As a proud military veteran, I consider myself to be a patriotic American. I believe in the constitutional principles of freedom and liberty that have made our country great. I value hard-work and personal responsibility. I believe the government works at the pleasure of the people and must answer to the citizens accordingly. I believe in having a big tent with plenty of room for people with different opinions and beliefs. I am fiscally conservative and I look for opportunities to cut and prevent waste as well as opportunities to operate more effeciently. I genuinely care and appreciate the charitable efforts of our churches, and great people, particularly those that help our local families in times of need.
