About Me

I’m a dedicated father, a loving husband, and an active community volunteer deeply committed to making a positive impact. I moved to the Sacramento area when I was in the 6th grade, transitioning from the Bay Area, and have enjoyed every moment since. In 2010, I proudly chose to make Lincoln, California, my home; that decision has proven to be one of the best decisions I have ever made.

Since then, I have immersed myself in our community, engaging on many meaningful levels. I have had the privilege of volunteering with the Lincoln Police Department, gaining valuable experience while working under their esteemed Citizens on Patrol program. Additionally, I have actively collaborated with our small businesses as a board member of the Downtown Lincoln Association, fostering growth and community spirit.

Currently, I am honored to serve as the president of the Lincoln 4th of July Foundation, a local 501c3 non-profit organization dedicated to celebrating our community's heritage. I have volunteered at countless events in town over the years and will continue to do so. The City of Lincoln is truly an amazing place to live, work, and raise a family, and I am determined to ensure that our exceptional quality of life continues for generations to come. I would sincerely appreciate your support as I embark on this important journey to run for Lincoln City Council, District 3.

  • I am a registered Republican.

  • 2nd Amendment advocate for responsible gun ownership.

  • I am an advocate for our Lincoln Police Department, Lincoln Fire Department and other first responders. Without them, we would not have the amazing quality of life that we experience in Lincoln. I really appreciate all those working professionals who put on the uniform every day in service of our community.

  • I fully support our military and military families. My wife is a retired Army Veteran.

  • I fully support our kids and am proud to be a softball Dad to a graduating 2025 senior at TBHS!

Here’s my plan to address some of our city's key concerns

  • Homelessness: Homelessness continues to be a problem that requires ongoing efforts. Especially in a number of specific areas that are well known. There is no simple solution, and it will continue to require a balanced approach. I propose the following measures

  • Mental Health Services: Increase access to mental health and addiction treatment services to address the root causes of homelessness.

  • Community Engagement: Create programs that encourage new residents to get involved in community activities and volunteer opportunities with local non-profits like the Lincoln Community Foundation, Lincoln Rotary and Lincoln Kiwanis.

  • Parks and Recreation: Continue to invest in our parks, recreational facilities, and local community events like our Lincoln 4th of July Parade and our Lincoln Hometown Christmas Parade, to foster a strong sense of community and togetherness.

  • Environmental Sustainability: Promote initiatives that protect our environment and greenbelt/open spaces, such as recycling programs, and renewable energy projects that utilize more solar and wind.

  • Training and Equipment: Continue to provide ongoing training and up-to-date equipment to keep our officers and firefighters safe and prepared for any potential emergency. Partnering with our federal, state, and local partners for ongoing training when appropriate, can be extremely beneficial for all agencies involved.

  • Continued Collaboration with Community Nonprofits and City Staff: Partner with local organizations like the Salt Mine to provide short term shelters, food, and essential services to those in need.

  • New Residents Moving into Town: As our community grows, it's important to integrate new residents smoothly while preserving what makes Lincoln special. For example, introducing new residents to Downtown Lincoln is crucial. Our downtown area is truly the heart of our city, and many new residents don't even know it exists! From our Lincoln Historical Museum to our many restaurants and cafés, we're extremely lucky to have such an amazing historical district.

  • Quality of Life: Maintaining our wonderful, family-oriented quality of life in Lincoln is a top priority. Low crime rates are a testament to our professional law enforcement officers and leadership.

  • Support for Lincoln Police Department and Lincoln Fire Department Agencies: Our police and fire departments are essential to our community's sense of safety and well-being.

  • Community Policing: Foster strong relationships between our law enforcement officers and the community, especially our youth, through school outreach programs, school resource officers and overall transparency. The more we can improve communication between law enforcement and the community, the safer we'll be.

  • Job Training Programs: Implement job training and placement programs to help the homeless become self-sufficient long term and eventually, contributing members of our community.

  • Infrastructure Improvement: Ensure our infrastructure, including utilities, roads, schools, and historic buildings/facilities, can support our growing population.

  • Smart Development: Promote sustainable and smart growth policies that balance development with the preservation of our beautiful open spaces and greenbelts. These open spaces add to our small town feel and encourage the native wildlife here to continue to flourish. 

  • Local Economy: Support our local small businesses and attract new ones (like Dutch Bros and Trader Joes!) to create jobs and enhance the economic vitality of Lincoln. Let's make a concerted effort to keep more of our tax dollars local!

  • Adequate Public Safety Funding: Ensure these agencies have the necessary resources to perform their duties effectively. We'll need to continue to work closely with the Lincoln Public Safety Foundation so they can continue to support our police and fire agencies when necessary. The extra funding that has been raised has already been a huge asset. Lincoln has made lots of staffing improvements over the past few years as our economy has improved, and should continue to do so as our community grows.

I would love to hear from you

anthonybersamin@gmail.com
(916) 412-6861

1302 Alberton Circle
Lincoln CA 95648