Dear Fellow Irvine Citizen,

I've found voters often ask me, "What makes you want to run for Mayor? What actions will you take if you are elected?" I enjoy answering these questions because it is my opportunity to tell my story.

As a first generation immigrant from South Korea, I have been able to achieve the American Dream. I have gained knowledge through my education and experience from raising my family, running a small business, and serving our community here in Irvine. I understand the significance of providing opportunities, memories, and dreams for all Irvine citizens, and I want to take all actions necessary to continue building a forward-looking city.

Indeed, I've been serving our Irvine community as an elected official since 1998; I had the fortunate experience to serve as an elected member of the School Board of the Irvine Unified School District. After serving six years as a school board member, my fellow Irvine citizens elected me to the City Council in 2004. In 2008, I was proud to be re-elected to serve a second term as a City Councilman until 2012. With two full terms (the full course training!), I have sufficiently acquired the necessary knowledge and skills to successfully and effectively lead the City as Mayor.

I want to maintain our city's reputation as the finest and most desirable place to live, work, learn and play. My top priorities as Mayor will be ensuring public safety, strengthening our schools, expanding freedom for Irvine citizens, developing a friendlier business environment, enhancing community aesthetics, and efficiency building the Great Park, without increasing the tax burden. I, too, am an Irvine resident who understands the tough economic realities and future challenges we face. I will take the necessary steps to make changes and adopt principles essential to benefiting our society to my fullest ability.

Thank you so much.

Steven Choi
Irvine City Councilman and Candidate for Mayor

info@stevenchoi.org