Concrete, budget-conscious solutions for our hometown. No political posturing - just results for Fountain Valley residents.
Rising utility and living costs are squeezing working families and fixed-income seniors in Fountain Valley. Mark will champion budget-neutral programs to lower resident cost burdens, protect single-family neighborhood zoning from Sacramento overreach, and streamline local permitting for homeowners and small landlords.
Fountain Valley needs a thriving local tax base that doesn't rely on hiking taxes on residents. Mark will eliminate unnecessary red tape for local storefronts, attract high-value commercial enterprise to empty corridors, and optimize municipal operations to generate surplus revenue.
Safe streets and rapid emergency response are non-negotiable. Mark will ensure the Fountain Valley Police and Fire Departments are fully staffed, equipped with modern tools, and supported with community-oriented public safety initiatives.
Fountain Valley's parks and infrastructure are central to our quality of life. Mark supports upgrading Mile Square Park coordination, maintaining reliable water infrastructure, accelerating street repairs, and investing in cost-saving municipal energy efficiency.
Our seniors and families deserve robust, accessible community services. Mark will prioritize expanding senior center programming, transit accessibility, recreation partnerships, and mental health crisis response in collaboration with county health resources.
Rigorous research, statutory citations, and complete financial models developed for Fountain Valley.
Dig Once conduit policy, risk-free private capital financing, and resident utility bill savings.
Municipal parking lot solar carports, battery arbitrage against peak SCE rates, and community bulk buying.
Financial modeling, limited-equity co-op mechanics, and local zoning protections for teachers and city workers.
Joint Powers Authority risk pool structuring under CA Gov. Code § 6500, parametric reinsurance, and 30%+ premium savings.
Three-class e-bike speed enforcement, Class IV protected bikeways, and 100% grant funding via Caltrans ATP & HSIP.
Strict 30-day automated purge, California Values Act firewalls (SB 54/AB 1242), and annual independent audits.
League of Women Voters format, FCC § 315 bona fide debate exemptions, and $0 General Fund PEG cable funding.
Founders Village kitchen expansion (175 meals/day), Meals on Wheels OC logistics, and OAA Title III-C grant funding.
Heritage Park activation, intergenerational Cyber-Smart clinics, and self-sustaining recreation revolving funds.
22-park capital renewal, 1,500 drought-tolerant tree planting, and 100% Title 22 recycled water irrigation.
Mark is hosting weekly park meetups across Fountain Valley to listen directly to residents.
