Safeguarding Belvedere's Future

Dear Friends and Neighbors,

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It is with pleasure that I tell you that I am running for City Council to

continue the service that I began in June of this year, when I was
appointed to the Council to fill a vacancy. I would like to respectfully
ask for your full support, and most importantly for your vote in November.

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Belvedere faces a number of serious challenges which will impact our community for years to come.  I believe the best way to meet these challenges is to bring a new level of civic engagement to our city, to foster open dialogue among the residents, and to ensure the transparency of all City work.

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I am eager to build on my track record of volunteer work, with seven years of experience on the Planning Commission, including three years as Chair. I can deliver the strong and competent leadership I believe we need to succeed.

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My many years of service to Belvedere have given me a deep understanding of our issues and of the city itself.  I understand the priorities of our residents, and I am proud to have demonstrated a record of success in listening to and working with many of you to address complex challenges, reach consensus, and achieve results. 

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My priorities, which are more fully described on my Priorities page, include:

 

• Leading Belvedere through a challenging Housing Element update and
  supporting Belvedere’s independent oversight of housing developments.

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• Making our City Hall work better for residents. Improving our planning and building processes to ensure that they are well-conceived, easily understood,
  and applied fairly.

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• Renewing our focus on public safety and preparedness. Ensuring the protection of our two critical roadways to safeguard citizens in a major emergency. This includes supporting Measure D on November's Ballot.

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I would be honored to continue the work that I have been doing on your behalf.  

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Sincerely,

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Peter Mark
Council Member, City of Belvedere