My name is Albert Verra, I'm running for a Culver City Council. I am a small business owner, I am a resident, I'm a community member. I own Sferent Hotel and Market here in Culver City. We've been around since 1963 when my parents first opened it. Through the work that my parents have done through their passion and love for the city, that taught me everything. You know, we have oil fields here in Culver City to decommission those oil fields, prevent fracking from ever happening again here in the city is primary concern to me. We have to do better than this, we have to do better than what we're doing now. I decided that I'm going to eliminate all my single use plastic bottles. We all have to do our share to make life for others that come after us much better. I put a note out on Facebook, I'm serving backpack for kids' families, but then anybody else who is hungry. No questions asked, just come on down and enjoy a meal. We're going on 6,000 plus meals so far that I've served the community. I sought out upward boundhouse and became active in their organization. This year, today, we put, I believe, 290 people who are experiencing temporary homelessness into permanent housing. A lot of folks come in and talk about over development in their area of town. Development is vital for thriving city, but we need to do it responsibly. We need to take a look at the entire city and how it connects with the surrounding cities and do in a responsible smart manner. If I were your city council member, I would listen to each side. I put my judgment, my opinion, my feelings aside and listen to what's going to impact you in your specific area. I invite you, come on down to the store, surrender to Italian market, have a sandwich, have something to drink and talk with me. I want you to know that I'm here, I'm listening and that I care. Please come November 3rd, get out and vote. Thank you.