Michael Winkler - Experienced Environmental Leadership through the COVID Crisis and Beyond

I’m the candidate with the most experience and proven record that Arcata needs. I’ve served on Council twelve years including three as Mayor. 

As Mayor, I developed a close working relationship with City Manager Diemer. We fast-tracked essential COVID-19 public health measures, developed safe shelters for the homeless, setup protection from evictions and created plans to reopen businesses. These programs require experienced guidance and teamwork. 

I will ensure vital services remain available. I’ve kept our systems working and the City financially sound.

Working with Chief Ahearn, I will continue reform so police remain committed to protecting all community members.

I spearheaded the successful effort to move the the cannabis industry out of residential neighborhoods into being a responsible industry that offers stable jobs and great local economic benefits. 

I’m a local leader in environmental stewardship, solar affordable housing and lead the City’s initiative to phase out fossil fuels.

Emerging from the COVID-19 crisis, I will focus on revitalizing businesses to provide high quality jobs.

Effective city government is about human relationships. My proven experience and strong relationships get things done.

I would be honored to serve you four more years.

Please visit my website at www.winklerforarcata.com