“I was saddened this morning to read about the violence and disorder in Newport Beach last night in the wake of our Fourth of July festivities...

I strongly condemn the violence, property damage, and disruptive activity that placed our public safety in danger, and desecrated one of Newport Beach’s most cherished events. Let me be clear: this conduct has no place in our community..."

- Dr. Andy Gerken, Candidate for Newport Beach City Council

"There may be some long-needed changes coming to Newport Beach City Council soon. The latest verbal battle between the council and the citizens (the question as to where to locate the city’s police station), has so far resulted in two new candidates throwing their hats in the ring for City Council..."

And these are not just any candidates; they are both highly regarded members of the community. One is author and Harvard Law School graduate Walter Stahr, and recently retired medical doctor Dr. Andy Gerken.

"Newport Beach deserves leadership that listens to its residents and respects taxpayer dollars. That’s why I strongly support Dr. Andrew Gerken for City Council District 6..." - Lynn Swain, Big Canyon

"I am so thrilled to see that another civic-minded resident has decided to run for City Council..." - Susan Skinner, Newport Beach

Fair Game by Tom Johnson - Retired Hoag Memorial Hospital Orthopedic Surgeon Dr. Andy Gerken announced his candidacy this week to represent District 6 residents on the Newport Beach City Council.