Victor Johnson[/caption]Victor Johnson
www.facebook.com/VictorJohnson4PF
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Qualifications: 21 years of leadership experience in the U.S. Army; 19 years of community service as a law-enforcement supervisor, retiring as the supervisor of a public corruption unit; successful business founder/owner
Why are you running for Pflugerville City Council?
My goal is to ensure that Pflugerville is a city that our children will be proud to call home. I will work with the other council members to keep Pflugerville in the top 20 best cities in the country, with a lifestyle second to none.
What are the top challenges Pflugerville currently faces?
As one of the best cities in Texas, Pflugerville faces all of the challenges related to rapid growth, including traffic, infrastructure, maintenance, debt and housing. My goal must be to manage that growth both responsibly for future residents and responsively for all of our current residents, all within our budget.
Jeff Marsh[/caption]Jeff Marsh
www.jeffmarsh.org
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Qualifications: Texas A&M University graduate, currently running operations for Pflugerville-based construction company, member of Immanuel Lutheran Church and the Pflugerville Lions Club, lived in Pflugerville for entire life outside college
Why are you running for Pflugerville City Council?
Pflugerville’s successful growth has resulted from a focus on public health, public safety and responsible business development. I will continue to prioritize our city’s primary obligations to its citizens. In this election, I am the candidate that will be the most responsible steward of my neighbors’ tax dollars.
What are the top challenges Pflugerville currently faces?
Pflugerville’s increased tax revenues have distracted the conversation from the importance of maintaining and building infrastructure for our continued success. Pflugerville must maintain what we’ve already invested, plan funding for future public health and safety needs, and create opportunities for responsible business development.
Jim McDonald[/caption]Jim McDonald
www.jimmcdonald.com
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Qualifications: IT director, outgoing president of the Rotary Club of Pflugerville, vice chairman of the Parks and Recreation Commission, Chili Pfest judge for three years, 2015 City Bond Committee member, Pflugerville Chamber of Commerce investor, ShelterBox ambassador, homeowners association board member
Why are you running for Pflugerville City Council?
One of the things you learn as an IT director and family man is that the future never happens the way you predict it. With the rapid growth that Pflugerville is experiencing, I provide leadership with a clear vision and adaptable implementation in the most cost-effective manner.
What are the top challenges Pflugerville currently faces?
Growth is here. We must preserve our city’s identity, safeguard our citizens [and] provide property tax relief as values increase while stimulating economic development and job growth. We can shop local and work local. Our future generations should continue to be as proud of our big little town as we are.
Victor To[/caption]Victor To
www.facebook.com/votevictorto
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Qualifications: experience working in committees with the C5 Youth Foundation, including one working with Dallas ISD; former founder of a social network company/website; current government major at University of Texas at Austin
Why are you running for Pflugerville City Council?
Being a lifelong resident, I’ve seen this city grow from open farmland to what it is today. I grew up with this city and hope to have a part in its future. I want to create a Pflugerville that both new and old residents would be proud to call home. This is my hometown, and I only want what is best for it.
What are the top challenges Pflugerville currently faces?
Besides the city’s growth, some things that come to mind are the lack of diversity in infrastructure, responsible spending and addressing the needs of the growing population. Pflugerville expands slower than the population grows. The city needs to be able to plan ahead and rapidly adapt to accommodate the amount of people moving here and maintain the city’s high quality of life.
