Candidate Profile: Julian Gold For Beverly Hills City Council

BEVERLY HILLS, CA — There are five candidates and one write-in candidate vying for two City Council positions in Beverly Hills for the election on March 3.

Patch asked them to describe their qualifications and visions for Beverly Hills.

Julian A. Gold, 70, is running for a spot on the Beverly Hills City Council.

Family

My wife Michele, daughter Rebecca and son-in-law Chris.

Does anyone in your family work in politics or government?

No.

Education

Medical School

Occupation

Anesthesiologist for 40 years

Campaign website

GoldForBeverlyHills.com

Previous or Current Elected or Appointed Office

Councilmember/Mayor

The single most pressing issue facing our (state, district, community, etc.) is _______, and this is what I intend to do about it.

How to create the future of our city and still preserve all that is good including the small town feel.

What are the critical differences between you and the other candidates seeking this post?

I have always focused on the future, I am a critical thinker, I work for the public health and safety constantly and I am a voice of reason and balance.

Describe the other issues that define your campaign platform

Expand health care options for this community, free internet for residents, police substation at La Cienega Park subway. Strong fiscal management with long range capital expense plan and maintenance of city infrastructure.

What accomplishments in your past would you cite as evidence you can handle this job?

Creation of Nurse Practitioner program, Stop the Bleed Program, ban of e-cigarettes, vaping and ultimately all tobacco from the city, Creation of the Next Generation (Next Beverly Committee).

If you win this position, what accomplishment would make your term in office as a success?

Strong fiscal performance, even stronger public safety programs, smart plans for increasing housing including mixed use, police substation at La Cienega Metro station, creation of new La Cienega Park.

Why should voters trust you?

My record speaks for itself.

What are your views on fiscal policy, government spending and the use of taxpayer dollars in the office you are seeking?

The public's money must be spent as though it is our own and there must always be a public benefit equal to or greater than the dollar value.

Is there any reason you would not serve your full term of office, other than those of health or family?

No.

The best advice ever shared with me was ...

Learn to take a deep breath.

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