We must do more to protect our neighborhoods and give integrity to our community plans.

In fact, even the perception of a resurgence in crime can be enough to paralyze business momentum and destroy the sense of security that a vibrant and progressive city requires.

I support public and private partnerships whenever appropriate in order to achieve our goal of a prosperous and vibrant downtown.

A natural disaster in one American city is a natural disaster in every American city, including Fresno and, for that matter, every city and small town in the San Joaquin Valley.

Leadership requires the courage to make decisions that will benefit the next generation.

I will lobby tirelessly in cooperation with other mayors around the country to insure that federal funding for our recently added police officers continues.

Nothing is more devastating to a community than out-of-control crime.