Frederick Frazier is running for the at-large seat on McKinney City Council. This is Frazier's first time running for public office. He is running against Stephen Kallas and John Mott. Community Impact Newspaper sent Frazier a set of questions about his candidacy. This article is part of ongoing May 4 election coverage and does not constitute an endorsement of the candidate. His responses below have been edited for publication style.

Why are you running for McKinney City Council's at-large seat?

The Leadership McKinney class was instrumental in helping me learn and understand the practices and principles that go into leadership of a city. My experience working with different cities across the state on public safety issues has provided me the opportunity to work with different public agencies and bring groups together. This combination of experience, developed skills and the desire to make an impact in our community has brought me back to McKinney to serve in a leadership role.

What experience—professionally or politically—do you have that would prepare you for this position?

Though this is my first foray into elected office, I have spent my career working for the public. From police officer to US marshal, I have spent the last decade in leadership positions advocating for stronger public safety, becoming a leading voice for law enforcement in the state of Texas, and personally raising millions of dollars to benefit the families of fallen officers. • 23 years with Dallas Police Department • 15 years with the US Marshals Office • First Vice President of the Dallas Police Association • President of Assist the Officer Foundation • Participated and represented Texas law enforcement in the 82nd (2011), 83rd (2013), 84th (2015), and 85th (2017) Texas legislative sessions.

If elected, what would be your top priorities for the city?

• Transportation, traffic and roadways • Economic development • Public safety