Houston Democrats

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Kyle Johnston - Campaign Manager

March 31 2005
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JAY AIYER KICKS OFF CAMPAIGN FOR HOUSTON CITY COUNCIL

Jay Aiyer, candidate for Houston City Council, At-Large Position Two, kicked off his campaign last night at the Four Seasons Hotel, with a well-attended event by Houstonians from across the city, that included the outgoing incumbent Council Member, Gordon Quan.

Aiyer, a current Houston Community College Trustee, told the approximately 150 guests of his ideas to continue to move Houston forward. "This is a great city, a city of opportunity", he said. "We face challenges - we need to add new public safety officers, build new parks and libraries, repair our aging infrastructure and improve our overburdened healthcare system. I believe we can meet these challenges by using smart, effective partnerships - with the county, state, other local government entities, and with the private sector - to solve problems, and deliver value to Houston taxpayers."

Council Member Quan, who is term-limited and cannot run again, enthusiastically endorsed Jay Aiyer to succeed him on City Council. "Jay is the right person to continue the work we have started, and he will be a great addition to City Council", Quan said.

Aiyer thanked Quan for his support, saying "I am truly honored to have Gordon’s support, and will have some very big shoes to fill at City Hall."