Council candidate: Bob "Bubba" DeJournett

Name: Bob "Bubba" DeJournett

Age: 59

Occupation: Retired teacher from the Upland Unified School District, retired police officer from the city of Monrovia

Lived in the city: 33 years

Married: Yes, to Robyn DeJournett for 38 years.

Children: Three - Heather, Traci and Ryan.

Education: Associate degree from Citrus College, Bachelor of Science from Cal State San Bernardino

Have you ever run for or held elected office before and if so when and what office?: I have run for the elected position with the Upland Hilltoppers Softball organization.

Appointed offices, community organizations: Upland Hilltopper Vice President, 28 years with the organization.

Why you are running for this office: For the past 28 years, I have voluntarily served on the Board of Directors for the Upland Hilltoppers Girls' Softball organization, where I currently serve as their Vice President. My interests in our city and the youth of our community have always been my highest priority, as evidenced by my long-term commitment to the organization, players, parents and their families. I would be honored to serve as a member of the Upland City Council. I will make every effort to provide responsible municipal services and manage public resources to enhance the quality of life for our community.