Draft:Eleassia Davis
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Eleassia Davis
Eleassia Davis is an American politician and community advocate currently serving as Mayor Pro Tempore of Tracy, California. She was elected to the Tracy City Council in November 2020 and appointed as Mayor Pro Tempore in December 2022.
Early Life and Education
Davis has lived in Tracy for nearly two decades with her husband and their four children. She graduated from Merritt and San Joaquin Delta Community Colleges, earning certificates and degrees in Child Development and Social and Behavioral Sciences. She is currently continuing her studies in Law and Public Policy.
Career in Early Education
Davis has a background in early childhood education, specializing in Early Intervention and Children With Special Needs. She served as an early childhood director and educator, and was an active member of the San Joaquin County Family Child Care Association, where she held various leadership roles, including Vice-President and President. Davis retired from early education in 2018.
Political Career
In 2015, Davis applied for an open seat on the Tracy City Council. Although she was not appointed, her speech and responses received significant praise. This encouraged her to get involved in local government, leading to her appointments on several local boards and committees.
She served as Vice-Chair of the Measure E Citizen's Advisory Committee, reviewing the city's budget for accuracy and transparency related to a voter-approved tax. In 2016, she was appointed to the Chief's Citizen Advisory Board by former Tracy Chief of Police Larry Esquivel and continues to serve under the current chief.
In 2017, Davis was appointed to the Measure V Citizen's Advisory Committee, again serving as Vice-Chair. She was part of a grassroots effort that led to significant changes in San Joaquin County's EMS policy, resulting in a new state law signed by Governor Gavin Newsom in 2019.
Advocacy and Community Involvement
Davis has held numerous roles advocating for transportation improvements, clean air initiatives, and local governance. She was Tracy's representative on the San Joaquin Council of Governments Citizen Advisory Committee and an alternate on the San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District.
She is a founding member of the Women's Small Business Network of San Joaquin and has been involved with several other community organizations, including the Tracy Women's Forum, GFWC Tracy Woman's Club, Loyal Order of Moose, and Tracy Elks Lodge.
Personal Life and Beliefs
Davis identifies as a Constitutionalist and believes in selfless public service. She is a strong supporter of public safety, economic revitalization, and smart growth. An Army veteran, Davis supports the military and veteran community and emphasizes transparency, fairness, and honesty in her public service.
Outside of her professional and volunteer work, Davis enjoys spending time with family and friends, writing, poetry, and social media influencing. She is an avid fan of the arts, music, dancing, and stand-up comedy.
References
- Davis’s contributions and roles in local government and community organizations. - Her advocacy for early childhood education and special needs children. - Efforts in promoting public safety, economic growth, and infrastructure improvements in Tracy.
References
[edit]https://www.cityoftracy.org/Home/Components/StaffDirectory/StaffDirectory/76/134