Values You Believe In
Chico needs common sense, experienced and creative thinking leaders. This is the essence of who Dale Bennett is. For someone who truly cares about your community, look no further.
The Platform
Unsheltered Solutions
Maintain a committed approach to managing Chico's homeless issues. I will continue to support services for individuals suffering from mental illness and addiction by committing to continue the Pallet Shelter operations that have helped so many individuals since opening. We must not allow illegal encampments to establish in our public spaces creating fire risk, environmental damage, and crime in our neighborhoods when there are shelter beds available.
Public Safety and Public Spaces
Working with the Chico Police Department and City Public Works, Lindo Channel was cleared of encampments and restored to be available for public access again. The City of Chico must prioritize public safety by supporting our Police Department to reach adequate staffing to address the quality-of-life crimes that affect our community. When I refer to public safety, I will always include the Chico Fire Department. I have supported purchasing additional fire fighting vehicles as well as Personal Protection Equipment and health screening for our brave and valiant fire fighters. A healthy community is a fire safe community. I will continue to support all efforts to keep our city clean and safe for families and businesses to thrive.
Infrastructure
In the last three years, I have supported all efforts to improve the City's financial position, through Measure H, to fund road repairs and support public safety. I will continue to work with our Public Works Department on road rehabilitation projects to address and prevent potholes and further deterioration of our aging roads. The expansion of Cohasset Road project is complete, and Bruce Road is being expanded to four lanes. I will be focusing my attention on repairing our aging roads on Floral, Mariposa and Ceanothus as well as other roads needing attention to make them safe for cars, bikes, and students who call District 3 home.
Outlook for the Future
Since joining the council, I have worked with my fellow council members towards solutions for the issues Chico faces, supporting local businesses and much needed housing to our City. As a Chico native, I want Chico to continue to grow, without losing that charm which makes is special.
Get to Know Dale:
Born and raised in Chico, Dale attended Norte Dame Elementary then attended and graduating from Pleasant Valley High School. Upon graduation, he attended California State University, Chico and received his BA in Psychology and a minor in Art.
For over 45 years Dale has been involved in asset management. Successfully overseeing numerous retail, commercial and industrial properties in Chico.
When he isn’t working towards a bettering Chico, Dale enjoys spending time with his wife and best friend, Sheryl.
Community Involvement
Dale has dedicated a big portion of his life to the community and volunteer service. He is a past board member of the Chico Chamber of Commerce, Downtown Chico Business Association, Chico History Museum and the Chico Noon Rotary Club.
He has served multiple terms on the City of Chico’s Architectural Review and Historic Preservation Board along with the Chico Planning Commission. In 2021, he was appointed by the City of Chico to fill a vacant Council position.
In 2022 Dale was elected by the City of Chico District Three voters to complete the final two-year term of the district three seat. While on the council Councilor Bennett has served on several committees appointed by Mayor Coolidge. Some of these include Police Community Advisory Board, Finance Committee, Downtown Chico Business Association and LAFCO.
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