- Occupation: Incumbent
 - President & CEO of the Greater Sacramento Urban League
 - Married to Mertie Shelby, Principal, two children
 - Veteran, graduate of CSUS, recipient of the outstanding alumnus award from CSUS
 - Received acknowlegement from the following organization for community service and leadership in the Sacramento region:
 - United Way, Sacramento Metro Chamber and Sacramento County Board of Supervisors
  
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Top Priorities if Elected |   
- Personal and civic responsibility
 - Education and skills training
 - Community empowerment
  
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- Citrus Heights Chamber of Commerce
 - Sacramento Metro Chamber of Commerce
 - Sac. Central Labor Council, Sac. Democratic Party Central Committee
  
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- Public Safety
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Residents have a right to feel safe in their homes and children when they are in school.
 - Economic Development
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Diversification of the tax bases will ensure the successful transition into the new millennium.
 - Effective Leadership & Community Service
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Commitment to the service of others leads to a stronger community.  Elected officials should serve as role models with respect to community service.
  
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