STATEMENTS OF SUPPORT
SMALL BUSINESS & HOUSING ADVOCATES
“Steve Hansen is the leader we need in the mayor’s office. We know that Steve will prioritize keeping our streets clean and safe so local businesses can thrive. He has the experience and fortitude to tackle our city’s homelessness and public safety crises with compassion and care. We’re excited to endorse Steve Hansen for Mayor to lead our city forward.”
SACRAMENTO REGION BUSINESS ASSOCIATION
Chief Executive Officer Joshua Wood
“Steve Hansen has proven he is a champion of local businesses and the working families in our community, and the Metro-PAC is proud to support him as our next mayor. As a city councilmember, Steve delivered real results like helping build the Golden 1 Center, opening more shelter beds to combat our homelessness crisis and most importantly breaking down the barriers for small businesses. We look forward to partnering with Steve to address the needs of businesses across the Greater Sacramento Region when he is elected Mayor.”
SACRAMENTO METROPOLITAN CHAMBER PAC
Chelsea Minor, Board Chair
"Sacramento realtors enthusiastically endorse Steve Hansen for Mayor of Sacramento. Steve's experience as a former City Council Member and small businessman prepare him to hit the ground running tackling our city's toughest challenges. Steve will lead the charge to build more housing for all levels of affordability and to tackle our homelessness crisis. We look forward to partnering with him to lead Sacramento in the right direction."
SACRAMENTO ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS®
Local Candidate Recommendation Committee Chair
Barbara Lebrecht
WORKING FAMILIES ORGANIZATIONS
“International Union of Operating Engineers (IUOE) Stationary Engineers Local 39 proudly endorses Steve Hansen for Sacramento Mayor, recognizing his unwavering dedication to working families. Steve’s vision for Sacramento aligns with our mission to enhance the quality of life for our members, and we trust him to be a strong advocate for fair wages, excellent benefits, and safe working conditions. His leadership embodies the principles that define Local 39's philosophy, making him the ideal candidate to champion the welfare and economic interests of our members, their families, and workers across Sacramento.”
IUOE STATIONARY ENGINEERS LOCAL 39
Business Agent Brandy Johnson
PUBLIC SAFETY ORGANIZATIONS
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“Sacramento Police are proud to endorse Steve Hansen for Mayor. Steve is the best choice for public safety. We know Steve will work tirelessly with us to improve public safety and improve neighborhood security in every corner of our city. Steve’s commitment to public service and thoughtful leadership during his time on the City Council make him the ideal choice to lead Sacramento forward. We know we can trust Steve to be a steady hand at city hall with a sharp focus on safety and security for all.”
SACRAMENTO POLICE OFFICERS ASSOCIATION
President Tim Davis
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“Deputy sheriffs trust Steve Hansen to build safer communities across Sacramento. Steve has the experience and a proven pro-public safety track record. We know Steve Hansen will lead the city by investing in 911 first responders and law enforcement to reduce crime and improve neighborhood security. Steve will make addressing homelessness and creating safer communities his top priorities. For these reasons and many more, Sacramento’s deputy sheriffs are pleased to join Sacramento police in endorsing Steve Hansen for Mayor —because he is the best choice for public safety.”
SACRAMENTO COUNTY DEPUTY SHERIFFS' ASSOCIATION
President Sergeant Nathan Seger
“California’s peace officers are proud to support Steve Hansen for Mayor of Sacramento. His commitment to the safety and security of his community make him the clear choice to lead the city. We trust that Steve will help Sacramentans feel safe in their homes and on our streets in the way we all deserve.”
PEACE OFFICERS RESEARCH ASSOCIATION OF CALIFORNIA President Brian Marvel
“This vote by the SCPA Board of Directors was unanimous and without reservation. The Board of Directors has concluded Steve Hansen to be highly qualified, motivated, and very knowledgeable about public safety issues, especially with regards to Probation. Steve understands the important role Probation Officers play in our community, particularly under both adult and juvenile realignment. We look forward to our continued work with him in striving to make the city of Sacramento the safest community possible.”
SACRAMENTO COUNTY PROBATION ASSOCIATION
President Greg Stuber
CIVIL RIGHTS ORGANIZATIONS
“Now more than ever, we need bold, battle-tested leaders like Steve Hansen fighting for LGBTQ+ equality and justice for all. Steve has dedicated his career to that fight — to ensuring that everyone has a shot at success and no one is left behind. Equality California is proud to support Steve Hansen for mayor of Sacramento, and we are committed to helping him get elected.”
EQUALITY CALIFORNIA
Tony Hoang, Executive Director
“LGBTQ+ Victory Fund is thrilled to endorse Steve for Sacramento Mayor. As the city’s first out gay Councilmember, Steve worked diligently to create good-paying jobs, combat the city’s homelessness crisis and advance equality for all. We are confident he’ll bring that same spirit and commitment to City Hall once he makes history in 2024. So many LGBTQ+ rights are fought for and won at the local level, which is why it’s imperative we elect exceptional LGBTQ+ leaders like Steve to public office.”
LGBTQ+ VICTORY FUND
Mayor Annise Parker, President & CEO
GRASSROOTS DEMOCRATS
“Steve Hansen is the leader we need in the mayor’s office. We know that Steve will prioritize keeping our streets clean and safe so local businesses can thrive. He has the experience and fortitude to tackle our city’s homelessness and public safety crises with compassion and care. We’re excited to endorse Steve Hansen for Mayor to lead our city forward.”
COLLEGE DEMOCRATS AT SACRAMENTO STATE
Jake Johnson, President
"Sacramento Stonewall Democrats are thrilled to support one of our very own longtime members and champions Steve Hansen to make history as the first out LGBTQ+ Mayor of Sacramento. On the City Council, Steve fought tirelessly for LGBTQ+ civil rights, affordable housing, good-paying jobs and safer communities for all. Steve exemplifies the values we champion at Stonewall, and his unwavering commitment to equality, justice and building a brighter future for all of Sacramento make him the clear choice for Mayor. We proudly endorse Steve and look forward to making history together in 2024.”
STONEWALL DEMOCRATS OF GREATER SACRAMENTO
Mario Guerrero, President
COMMUNITY LEADERS & ELECTED OFFICIALS
“As a former big city mayor, I know that Steve Hansen has what it takes to keep communities safe, grow the local economy with good-paying union jobs and tackle Sacramento’s homelessness and housing affordability crises. He is an inclusive leader and a dedicated public servant. I’m proud to call Steve a friend and thrilled to endorse his campaign for Sacramento Mayor.”
U.S. CONGRESSMEMBER
ROBERT GARCIA
"I am proud to endorse Steve Hansen for Mayor. A trailblazer throughout his career, Steve will not only be a bold voice for working families and marginalized communities, but I know he will also be an effective leader for people in every corner of Sacramento. He has the experience and the vision needed to lead Sacramento into its next great chapter — and leave no one behind.”
CALIFORNIA STATE TREASURER
FIONA MA
“Steve Hansen has dedicated his life to fighting for civil rights, safe neighborhoods and an economy that works for working families like the one he grew up in. As Mayor, Steve will always be a champion for those who need one — from the single mom working two jobs to give her kids a shot at success to the LGBTQ+ student being bullied in school to the small business owner trying to keep their doors open. That’s why I’m thrilled to support Steve’s campaign for Sacramento Mayor.”
CALIFORNIA STATE INSURANCE COMMISSIONER
RICARDO LARA
“Sacramento needs a Mayor who will tackle the city’s housing and homelessness crises head on and fight for critical investments in public transportation and infrastructure. That’s what my friend Steve Hansen has done throughout his career — and that’s why I’m proud to support his campaign. Steve will bring a bold, innovative approach to solving the city’s biggest challenges and leading Sacramento into its next great chapter.”
CALIFORNIA STATE SENATOR
SCOTT WIENER
“I’m excited to announce my full support of Steve Hansen’s campaign for Sacramento Mayor. Steve has the invaluable experience and perspective from his time serving on City Council to understand how to effectively address important issues in the community including support for small businesses and taking meaningful steps to solve climate change at the local level. I’m proud to support him.”
CALIFORNIA STATE ASSEMBLYMEMBER
CHRIS WARD
“I’ve known Steve Hansen for years, and I’ve seen firsthand how his leadership can bring people together to build stronger, safer, healthier communities. That’s why I’m proud to endorse Steve’s campaign for Mayor — because he has a proven track record of tackling Sacramento’s homelessness crisis, creating good-paying union jobs for working families, improving neighborhood safety and advancing equity for all. I’m excited to help Steve make history next year as Sacramento’s first openly gay mayor.”
CALIFORNIA STATE ASSEMBLY DEMOCRATIC CAUCUS CHAIR
RICK CHAVEZ ZBUR
“Sacramento needs a leader like Steve Hansen, someone who will champion the needs of our diverse communities and work tirelessly to build a brighter future for all. Having worked alongside Steve on a variety of regional projects, I have seen his passion for public service first-hand. I am proud to support Steve’s campaign, and I look forward to our continued work together.”
ELK GROVE MAYOR
BOBBIE SINGH-ALLEN
“On the City Council, Steve Hansen was my closest ally. I worked closely with him to improve neighborhood safety, and support small businesses during the pandemic. We also worked in tandem to promote housing production, public transit, and to improve air quality. Steve is a dedicated public servant who has the knowledge and skills to lead Sacramento in a positive direction, and I look forward to working with him in the future.
I am grateful for the strong support I’ve received from friends, neighbors and business leaders across our city during my tenure on the City Council, and I ask them to join me in supporting Steve, so that we can unite our city and build a brighter future for all.”