Candidate for
Council Member; City of Fresno; Council District 1

Better Jobs:

As a small business owner, Mark has personally to preserve and create jobs in the City of Fresno. Mark plans to collaborate with businesses and the community at large to create better jobs in the City of Fresno. Establishing better jobs within our city will lead to an improved quality of life for all citizens and lead to a vibrant and thriving Fresno. Mark understands that this cannot be done without providing opportunities for individual growth and career development.

Public Safety

Mark will join forces with law enforcement officials in order to create safer streets within our City. He will being by ensuring that our police department has the funding it requires to protect and to serve all residents in the City of Fresno. This will ensure that our streets are safe and secure for our children and all citizens in our community. He will also work to re-establish the values of safety, service, and trust which are vital components for establishing safer neighborhoods

Education

As a first generation college graduate Mark understands the value of higher education and the hurdles students must overcome when navigating through college. Because of this, he looks forward to teaming up with educational leaders and employers to create college-ready graduates as well as work-ready graduates. Mark believe that as a community we must work together to re-instill confidence in our youth and take upon the challenge of preparing them for better jobs.