Quotes by Alan Autry

“[If something better] is out there, then well keep them, ... If not, lets scrap it.”

“I cant tell you Im satisfied with the results of the whole camera situation, because Im not.”

“Its all about moving this state forward to get this state fiscally sound.”

“We will never have quotas in this city as long as I am mayor, but we will darn sure have goals,”

“[Autry also directly criticized Parks. He said the FPOA] has had some good leaders who put the community first. ... we are seeing a big departure from that ... Parks would rather operate behind a veil of secrecy, which is not good for the public or the Police Department.”

“It was supposed to be Urban Growth Management fees, but all it did was fuel sprawl, ... It didnt control anything because it was uncontrolled at City Hall. It was a mess.”

“We are expecting that, come tomorrow, theyll be arriving.”

“Well do it with open arms, with a big heart [and] with a full understanding of the pragmatic challenges that are there,”

“A natural disaster in one American city is a natural disaster in every American city, including Fresno and, for that matter, every city and small town in the San Joaquin Valley,”

“Were assuming that these folks will be coming here and staying here.”

Ill continue to work to ensure that safety and I am honored to have earned the endorsement of the men and women who provide public safety in our city.

Leadership requires the courage to make decisions that will benefit the next generation.

Leadership demands that we make tough choices.

I am convinced that your Mayor must take the leadership role in education too.

We need innovation in education and dedication to the task before us.

Every city across the country that has successfully renewed and revitalized itself points to a robust education system as its fundamental key to success.