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Pravesh Kumar
Pravesh Kumar ran for election to the Fremont City Council to represent District 1 in California. Kumar lost in the general election on November 5, 2024.
Kumar completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. Click here to read the survey answers.
Biography
Pravesh Kumar earned a bachelor's degree from Dr. Hari Singh Gour University in 1995. Kumar's career experience includes working as a software engineer.[1]
Elections
2024
See also: City elections in Fremont, California (2024)
General election
General election for Fremont City Council District 1
Incumbent Teresa Keng defeated Ranvir Sandhu and Pravesh Kumar in the general election for Fremont City Council District 1 on November 5, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ |  | Teresa Keng (Nonpartisan) | 63.4 | 7,471 |
 | Ranvir Sandhu (Nonpartisan)  | 21.6 | 2,549 | |
 | Pravesh Kumar (Nonpartisan) | 15.0 | 1,767 | |
| Total votes: 11,787 | |||
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Endorsements
Ballotpedia did not identify endorsements for Kumar in this election.
Campaign themes
2024
Ballotpedia survey responses
See also: Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection
Pravesh Kumar completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Kumar's responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.
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running for Fremont City Council in District 1 to make our city an even better place to live. With 25 years in tech, I understand Fremont’s potential and the need for wise leadership. As your City Council member, I’ll focus on clean government, economic growth, affordable housing for teachers, first responders, and caregivers, and ensuring access to quality education for everyone. Together, we can strengthen our community and create opportunities for future
generations- Transparency and Accountability: I am committed to an open and transparent government. I will ensure that city operations are conducted with integrity and that residents have a voice in the decision-making process.
- Public Safety: Our community deserves to feel safe. I will collaborate with law enforcement and community leaders to implement effective crime prevention strategies and enhance public safety.
- Improve K-12 Education: I will work on issues like over crowded classrooms, students mental health and well-being, schools own track & field are some of them.
Direct Connection to the Community
Influence Over Local Policy and Ordinances
Key Role in Housing and Development
Collaboration with State and Regional Governments
Integrity and Honesty, Accountability,Responsiveness,
Legislative Responsibilities: As a city council member, officials should propose, debate, and vote on local laws, policies, and regulations that impact the community. This includes land use decisions, budget allocations, public safety measures, and infrastructure projects.
Community Engagement: Engaging with the community regularly is essential. This includes holding town hall meetings, attending community events, and being available to listen to residents' concerns and feedback.
Planning and Zoning: Participate in making decisions regarding urban planning, zoning, and development projects within District 1. This includes balancing the need for economic growth with preserving the character of neighborhoods and addressing housing affordability.
Public Safety and Services: Ensuring that the community has access to essential services such as police, fire, healthcare, sanitation, and public utilities is vital. Advocating for policies that promote public safety and community well-being is a key responsibility.
Environmental Stewardship: Officials should be able to address environmental issues such as sustainability, climate resilience, and reducing the city's carbon footprint. Promoting eco-friendly policies and practices can help protect Fremont's natural environment.
Influence Over Law Enforcement and Public Safety like Council members can have a significant say in how police departments are funded and operated.
Emergency Powers City council members may have special responsibilities during local emergencies, such as natural disasters, public health crises, or civil unrest. They can declare local emergencies, approve emergency budgets, and coordinate with state and federal agencies to allocate resources for disaster relief and recovery.
Control Over Public Land Sales and Usage: City councils often have authority over the sale, lease, or repurposing of public land. This includes decisions regarding parks, schools, and other publicly owned spaces. Council members can drive decisions that affect the community’s landscape for decades.
Like Communication and Public Speaking,Community Engagement and Advocacy,Leadership and Decision-Making ,Data Analysis and Problem-Solving are some of them.
Public Access to Information: Financial transparency means making city budgets, expenditures, and financial reports easily accessible and understandable to the public. People have the right to know how their tax dollars are being spent and where public funds are being allocated. This builds trust and ensures that government operations remain open to public scrutiny.
Regular Reporting and Oversight: Regular audits, financial disclosures, and independent oversight are essential to ensuring that funds are managed responsibly. By maintaining stringent checks and balances, we can identify inefficiencies, detect any misuse of funds, and ensure resources are allocated effectively to benefit the community.
Open Budgeting Process: Involving citizens in the budgeting process promotes financial transparency. Public hearings, online portals for input, and budget forums can help ensure that the budgeting process is inclusive and reflects the needs of the community.
Zero Tolerance for Corruption: Government accountability means that elected officials must act ethically, follow the law, and be held accountable for their actions. There should be zero tolerance for corruption or any misuse of office, and officials should face appropriate consequences if found guilty of unethical behavior.
Clear Metrics for Success: Accountability also involves having clear, measurable goals and outcomes for public spending. Whether it’s infrastructure projects, public safety, or community programs, it’s important to have metrics in place to assess whether public investments are delivering the intended benefits.
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See also
2024 Elections
External links
Footnotes
- ↑ Information submitted to Ballotpedia through the Candidate Connection survey on September 15, 2024
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