Thank you, California City, for this incredible honor. I am truly humbled by the trust you've placed in me to lead our city forward. To my opponents, Kelly Kulikoff and Duane Vasquez, thank you for your dedication and commitment to our community. You have both contributed to important conversations about our city’s future, and I look forward to continuing those discussions as we work together for the betterment of California City.
Our city faces challenges, but I firmly believe that with a united effort, we can address them head-on and overcome them. I am excited to work alongside both current and new council members, drawing on our collective strengths to deliver on our shared vision for progress.
Throughout this campaign, I have faced personal attacks, yet I chose to remain focused on the issues and the mission at hand. I believed then, as I do now, that the high road is the best road, because there is indeed life beyond the election. Today, I extend an olive branch to my critics and to all who hold differing views. Our city is strongest when every voice is heard, and as your mayor, I promise to lead with professionalism, to listen with an open mind, and to require respect and decorum from our government officials, staff, and citizens alike.
To my supporters, thank you for standing by me. Rest assured that I will be a mayor for all residents, committed to representing every person in our community with integrity and dedication. Together, let’s build a city that we can all be proud of.
The people of California City have spoken. Let’s get to work—together.
In service
Marq Hawkins
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