As a member of the Concord City Council, I was at Sunvalley Mall when the looters were turned away by our Police. We need to stop the smash-and-grabbers. Crime – I am currently leading the effort to establish local courts with full authority to adjudicate criminal offenses in an expedited manner. Trust and confidence in government is at an all-time low. When Supervisors voted themselves a 33% raise, I had the courage to stand alone as the only councilmember to oppose them when we turned in 32,000 signatures on our petition. I am the founder and member of Rotary’s local food – 26 tons of food for those in need. I am a staunch supporter of Veterans’ housing and mothers with children homeless projects. My experience and career includes being a small business owner – Maritime Industry – doing business in 47 countries. I earned my BA Degree in History. Organizations I have taken action with: John Muir Health Fund, League of Cities, Economic Development Commission, Lifetime Member – Navy League, President – Friends of the Library, and more. Married to Carol 48 years – my high school sweetheart – two children, two grandkids and a cat.