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February 28, 2023
Contact: Josh Heller 916-718-0733, josh@jsqgrp.com

Phil Pluckebaum Launches Campaign for Sacramento City Council with Strong Support from Public Officials and Community Leaders

Promises Real Solutions For Housing, Crime And Efficient City Services

Sacramento, CA – Today, River Park resident and former Sacramento City Planning and Design Commissioner Phil Pluckebaum launches his campaign for Sacramento City Council District 4, promising to bring serious solutions to our city’s problems.

In announcing his candidacy, Phil said, “Sacramento has many challenges that need leadership from someone ready to work with all stakeholders to implement realistic policies with true accountability. Our communities need more housing, approaches to crime that put the safety of our citizens first, and a focus on ensuring that city services like street cleaning, parks, and utilities are beneficial for all residents. I’m running for City Council to ensure the communities of East Sacramento, Alder Grove, Marina Vista, Downtown, Midtown, Broadway, and River Park have a representative working to solve these crucial issues.”

A long time City of Sacramento resident, Phil just finished serving 8 years on the Planning and Design Commission. He has been involved in many local civic organizations and is an active volunteer in the community. In his day job, Phil works as a project manager for UC Davis Health.

Phil has already racked up endorsements across the district and the greater Sacramento area, including:

Sacramento County Supervisor Rich Desmond

Sacramento County Supervisor Patrick Kennedy

Sacramento County Supervisor Phil Serna

Former Sacramento City Councilmember Steve Cohn

Former Sacramento City Councilmember Steve Hansen

American Flood Control District Trustee Brian Holloway

Sacramento City Planning and Design Commissioner Kendra Macias Reed

Sacramento City Planning and Design Commissioner Joseph Yee

Former Sacramento County Office of Education Trustee Brian Cooley

What Supporters Are Saying:

Sacramento County Supervisor Phil Serna

“As the County Supervisor representing many city neighborhoods, I need someone with whom to partner and collaborate so the City and County together can effectively address the important issues of homelessness, crime, and housing. I know that Phil Pluckebaum will be that partner.”

Former Sacramento City Councilmember Steve Cohn

“I had the opportunity to work with Phil Pluckebaum on many issues when he was River Park Neighborhood Association President and I was the City Council member for this district. I was particularly impressed with the strong leadership he provided on the Rebuild McKinley Playground project and on the City Planning Commission. I believe he will be a great advocate for all of the district's diverse communities and will successfully tackle the tough challenges that our city faces.”

Artist Maren Conrad

“Phil is a passionate supporter of public art. I know he will work hard to make our neighborhoods an attractive place for all of us that work and play in Sacramento.”

SacYIMBY Board Member Louis Mirante

“I’ve been a longtime advocate for smart housing policy, I know Phil Pluckebaum is the right candidate for City Council to implement solutions to build more housing and address the affordability crisis.”

Harry S. Truman Democratic Club President Alex Torres

“I’ve gotten to work with Phil on many local issues where he is proven to be thoughtful and hard working. I know he would make a great representative to my fellow residents of Sacramento City Council District 4.“

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