Mayor Bill Wells of El Cajon has announced his candidacy for the 51st Congressional Seat in California. He has been a proud Conservative representative for El Cajon since 2013 and a dedicated member of the City Council. In his recent reelection, he won with an impressive 70% lead vote against a Democratic challenger in a politically tentative district. Wells promises to bring the same level of dedication and passion to Congress as he has to his community, advocating for a stronger economy and national security.
As a healthcare professional, Wells is committed to combating homelessness, which he sees as a pressing issue. His city provides financial support to the East County Transitional Living Center and Crisis House, while also preventing homeless individuals from residing in public facilities and businesses. Wells has recently held county officials accountable for “dumping” the homeless in local motels and rejected a Homeless Motel bill that would violate city code by forcing establishments to incur 70-100% occupancy of homeless residents. He believes that the County fails to invest in East County’s well-being as much as other areas, and he seeks to address the disparity with his limited authority.
Wells also aims to combat excessive taxation within San Diego and prioritize redevelopment financing and a healthy budget. El Cajon has a remarkable $53 million reserve for city infrastructure and continues to lead the state in city investment. Despite the pandemic and nationwide fentanyl crisis, the city’s public safety department remains at full strength and empowered.
In the 2024 Congressional election, Mayor Bill Wells calls for your support to bring much-needed security and prosperity to California and, perhaps, the nation.
