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Barstow Native . . . #BarstowStrong
Mayor Paul Anthony Courtney was born at Barstow Community Hospital, and grew up in Barstow. He attended Montara Elementary, Pitcher-Barstow Middle School, Kennedy and Barstow High School's, as well as Barstow Community College. "Go Barstow"
"Supporting B-Town runs through my veins".
His sisters Mae-Phyllis and Deborah Jo and brothers Darrel, Kenneth, and Steven learned their values from two loving parents . . . Louise and William (Bill) Courtney.
This is where he learned that what matters is not your name but what you have accomplished and what you get done. He also learned that occasionally you may have to stand alone in your quest to make a significant difference in one's life. That's why he ran for and won the elected office of Mayor of Barstow in 2020.
Learn about what Mayor Courtney is fighting for as OUR Mayor:
PUBLIC SAFETY / Barstow Fire and EMS
As Mayor, ("Backing the Red"!), I propose continuing to exhaust all efforts to keep the Barstow Fire Protection District under local control (under the City of Barstow); and having a separate Fire Commission with commissioners made up of one commissioner from each city district, 1,2,3,4 and a member-at-large.
Our Fire Department has been underappreciated and misunderstood for far too long.
PUBLIC SAFETY - Barstow POLICE
As Mayor ("Backing the Blue"!), I propose a goal of fifty police officers on our streets, supported by the highest quality training and the best in new technology. Funding would come from the passing of Measure Q, re-prioritizing categorical funds, and partnering with outside law enforcement agencies in the County-wide and State-wide illegal drug trafficking intervention enforcement efforts.
TRANSPARENCY and TERM LIMITS
As Mayor, I propose that the city finances be thoroughly reviewed by an outside entity and reviewed by the newly formed "citizen finance over-site committee". A review would also be completed by the Mayor and Council. Finding would be publically shared in public presentations.
TERM LIMITS, Mayor and Councilperson(s) shall be limited to (2) terms, eight years. NOTE: After the eight-year stint, there must be a two-year "time-out" before a re-run could be pursued.
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT and CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
As Mayor, I want to help create a climate that encourages businesses and entrepreneurs to follow their ingenuity and invest in their ideas in Barstow. I propose that newly formed "small businesses" receive a 50% reduction in the City of Barstow required start-up fees and costs during the *1st full year of doing business.
What an amazing time we had at the 17th annual New Mexico Chili Cook-off's and Belen Fiestas! Our Barstow city council members and Mayor made sure to attend this fantastic event and express their gratitude to the community for coming out. We were also thrilled to have California State Treasurer Fiona Ma in attendance, who presented a certificate of recognition to the chili cook-off organizers. A huge thank you to everyone who came out to support this incredible event and celebrate the love of chili and community.
to all the talented chili chefs who participated and made the event a huge success! #NewMexicoChiliCookOff #BelenFiestas #BarstowPride #CityOfBarstow #Community
Latest News & Updates
American Quartz Group Opening Soon…
Mayor Courtney recently shared some time and ideas with the Gentlemen of American Quartz Group. Chairman Hue and his team are working daily to open their location at 2957 Lenwood Road, Barstow, California 92311. There still remains a lot of pre-work to be accomplished. The newly elected mayor, council and city staff work daily to…
Noble Fitness Grand Opening
JULY 10, 2021 (2pm) 1264 E. Main St., Barstow, CA Please join us for a night of fun, fitness, and community as NOBLE FITNESS celebrates our NEW LOCATION. Our purpose is to create a positive workout environment that promotes confidence, leadership, and accountability. There’s no better way to experience the power in that than to…
Thank you Col. Martin
We would like to thank Col. Martin for her years of service to Ft. Irwin and the City of Barstow. Your dedication and commitment to our City and region will not be forgotten. We wish you God speed in your future endeavors. We would also like to take a moment to welcome Col. Stewart to…
Volunteer OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE
UNITED WE STAND! We need your help to make Barstow a safer, stronger, all around better place to work, live and raise a family. Mayor Courtney is ready to make change happen. Add your voice to the movement, and volunteer today!
BetterBarstow.com
Thank you Barstow! We pulled together for change, and Voted Paul A. Courtney for Mayor. Now the work begins on making the plans put forth in our platform happen.
This website will keep you posted as each goal is realized. You will also want to check here for Volunteer opportunities to get involved. #BarstowStrong