FRESNO (KMJ) – Fresno District 5 city councilman Luis Chavez was an early entrant to the mayor’s race, announcing his candidacy the day Mayor Lee Brand said he wasn’t seeking another term.
On Thursday, he ended his campaign.
“I had a conversation with my family, with my kids and I think for me, I think we’ve got a lot to do on in southeast Fresno,” Chavez said.
Chavez has a term and a half left to serve on the council before term limits kick in.
In the meantime, he says he has plenty of work to do on the council.
“I’m not endorsing anyone at this time, I’m more than happy to meet with the candidates and hear what their vision for Fresno is,” Chavez said.
Police Chief Jerry Dyer, former congressional candidate Andrew Janz, and non-profit executive Elliott Balch remain in the race.
