Hello to the Capitola-Soquel Times community, allow me to introduce myself. My name is Margaux Keiser and I am the newly elected Mayor of the City of Capitola!
Margaux Keiser
My husband and I have lived in Capitola for over 15 years and have loved being here since day one.
We even were lucky enough to get hitched at the historical Monarch Cove Inn on Depot Hill.
Capitola is a beautiful, unique & wonderful city, which I am so happy to be a part of, and now serve my community.
Many people ask me: “Did you always know you wanted to be involved with politics?” and the answer is: “No, not at all!”
I had never imagined myself even running for City Council, let alone being voted into the mayoral position.
The whole process has been very eye-opening and extremely informative. I have learned so much in my last two years on council and look forward to using that knowledge, while gaining even more as the mayor.
Capitola City Council members elected in November have been sworn in to serve four years, from left, Alex Pedersen, Joe Clarke, and incumbent Yvette Brooks. • Photo Credit: Jondi Gumz
We have an amazing city staff, police department, and public works, which has made this new venture of mine completely doable. Everyone is so committed to this City and its well-being, that working together is as natural as it is effective.
I have worked tirelessly in a few locally owned restaurants right in Capitola Village and I also own and operate my own personal training business.
Needless to say, I prioritize our local infrastructure. Both career paths have allowed me to work closely with many wonderful local citizens and build strong, meaningful relationships. Each line of work has also helped me build assertive qualities along with great people skills.
In this new position as mayor, I am looking forward to the Capitola Wharf rehabilitation project for which the city was just given a $3.5 million grant to make our iconic wharf the best it can be.
Some other projects to look forward to are the re-landscaping of the grounds around Rispin Mansion and (fingers crossed!) the ever-elusive Capitola Mall project!
I really hope we can take steps in the right direction of that project and give the community something to really look forward to.
I am excited to serve as the mayor of Capitola for 2023 and continue to serve the community that I hold so close to my heart.
I hope that everyone has a wonderful holiday season, stays happy, healthy and that all the best continues for the year of 2023!
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Margaux Keiser owns her own business, www.keisernutritionandfitness.com and can be reached at margauxkeiser@gmail.com.