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Repost from the  Vallejo Times-Herald , by John Glidden, February 15, 2020    BENICIA —  Councilman Steve Young officially announced his candidacy for Benicia mayor Saturday, promising to “address the tough issues head on with intelligence and an effort to build consensus within our community.”   In a news release, Young said his time on the Benicia City Council, and as a former planning commissioner in town, have prepared him to serve as the city’s next mayor. “While on the council, I have worked to make practical decisions, which first look toward fiscally responsible solutions to city problems.” Young said in a statement from his campaign. “I have proven that I’m up for the job and look forward to running a clean, thought-provoking campaign.”   Young, who was first elected to the council in 2016, also explained his goals:   “High on his priority list of issues deserving smart leadership are economic development, providing a consistent plan to repai...

Council Member Steve Young Runs for Benicia Mayor    Benicia Council member Steve Young announced this week he is running for the office of Mayor. After four years of serving on the City Council and another four on the Planning Commission, Council member Young says that he will address the tough issues head on with intelligence and an effort to build consensus within our community.    High on his priority list of issues deserving smart leadership are economic development, providing a consistent plan to repair our roads and streets, addressing the local impacts of accelerated climate change, tackling the contentious issues of water rates and continued access to safe drinking water, and meeting our pension obligations.   Council member Young says that Benicia is facing serious challenges, which deserve a serious mayoral candidate willing to discuss detailed plans on how to address them.  “While on the Council, I have worked to make practical decisions, which ...