As promised, Lionel delivered during his first term on the Benicia City Council from 2018-2022, showcasing an unparalleled track record of fulfilling campaign pledges and delivering tangible results that directly addressed the crucial needs of Benicia residents, including:

Secured $2 million for road repair and maintenance

(2/18/2020) click here to read

Initiated a six month freeze on water and wastewater rate increases

(4/21/2020) click here to read

Initiated the development of the BOOST grant program for Benicia small businesses during the pandemic

(5/26/2020) click here to read

Secured $50,000 for the Benicia Family Resource Center to assist residents financially impacted during the pandemic

(2/18/2020) click here to read

Initiated the creation and funding for an irrevocable pension trust fund to help mitigate the impact of anticipated future pension contributions

(7/16/19) click here to read

Secured $161,000 for the Benicia Historic Asset Restoration Fund

(5/25/21) click here to read

Increased funding for Arts & Culture, City Grants program and the Benicia Historical Museum at the Camel Barns

(5/28/19) click here to read

Secured $50,000 for the Benicia Historical Museum for building maintenance and repairs/modernization

(5/28/19) click here to read

Amended cannabis ordinance to prohibit retail sales within 600 feet of childcare centers, youth centers, learning centers, residential zones or public parks

(May 7, 2019) click here to read

Proposed ordinances defining commercial blight conditions as nuisances

(9/1/2020) click here to read

Proposed an ordinance placing time limits on commercial construction projects based on job value, with monetary penalties

(7/20/21) click here to read

Drafted amendments to the City Council Rules of Procedures

(4/20/21) click here to read

Secured $161,000 for the Benicia Historic Asset Restoration Fund

(5/25/21) click here to read

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