Mark SantoroCandidate Statement of Mark Santoro
Cupertino City Council
Occupation: Incumbent
While Mayor, people often asked me how they should vote. Watch a
Council meeting! You will quickly learn who does their homework, and who
works for the people.
To ensure I work only for the people, I don't accept endorsements so I
don't owe any "favors," and I don't take money from contractors, or large
companies.
Last election I promised to: 1) Slow condo developments, 2) Address
residents' concerns with the 2nd floor ratio, 3) Extend library hours, 4)
Address traffic congestion around our excellent schools, and 5) Fix our
roads.
As your Mayor and Council member the first three have been achieved.
While programs like WOW (Walk One Week), and additional crossing
guards have improved school traffic, there's still much to be done. To repair
previous neglect, this year's road repair budget is 10X what it was when I
first took office.
Elected officials need to remember they are servants of the people and
not the other way around. Government should be open and transparent.
As your Mayor and Council member, I worked hard for the people of
Cupertino. If you re -elect me I pledge to continue to work "for the people."