HONORARY MAYOR’S RACE PAST WINNERS

The Honorary Mayor of Carmichael Past Winners

The Carmichael Chamber of Commerce has coordinated the Honorary Mayor race for decades. This event is a fundraiser for the Chamber, as well as for the non-profits that our candidates have chosen to give a portion of their proceeds. Each dollar raised counts as 1 vote. The candidate that raises the most money becomes the Honorary Mayor for that year.

  • 2021: Izzy DeLancey
  • 2020: Izzy DeLancey
  • 2019: Kelli Foley
  • 2018: Kelli Foley
  • 2017: Katie Pexa
  • 2016: Julie Woodworker Hubbs
  • 2015: Virginia Stone
  • 2014: Virginia Stone
  • 2013: Esteban Nava, Jr.
  • 2012: Esteban Nava, Jr.
  • 2011: Pauline Gilmore
  • 2010: Peter Tateishi
  • 2009: Peter Tateishi
  • 2008: Michael Fruci
  • 2007: Michael Fruci
  • 2006: Chris Schoonveld
  • 2005: Cheryl Hinton
  • 2004: Donna Deterding
  • 2003: Tim White
  • 2002: Margie Smith

The 2018 & 2019 Honorary Mayor of Carmichael: Kelli Foley Broker/Owner Trillium Real Estate. The non-profit that she chose to support was the Carmichael Parks Foundation.

My name is Kelli Foley and I am proud to be running for Honorary Mayor of Carmichael. Our town means more to me than simply a place to hang my hat; it’s where I was born and raised and where I purchased my first home and several homes since. I am passionate about Carmichael and everything it has to offer – its people, its parks and gardens, and most importantly its unique sense of place. Throughout my life I’ve been anchored in this community and remain intent on investing in its economic growth.

In my earlier life I became skilled in the craft of neon tube bending. This led me to open my first company, Tri-Neon, in Carmichael where I employed over 15 people for more than ten years. While I loved my business and its employees, I wanted to change course in a way that would be more beneficial to Carmichael. I felt passionate about helping to beautify the community and help bring positive visibility to the town. As a result, I obtained my real estate license and entered the field of real estate. I am now an 18-year veteran of the industry. I’ve worked in every aspect of the residential real estate world, representing sellers, buyers, investors and banking institutions.

I began investing in blighted and neglected properties throughout greater Sacramento to rehabilitate them and enhance the landscape of its townships. In 2015, I purchased the building at 4901 Marconi Avenue and relocated Trillium Real Estate. I am the Broker/Owner, and I have seven extremely talented, professional real estate agents that work with me.
 
As Mayor of Carmichael, I plan to bring my real estate and marketing expertise to the forefront, enhancing the positivity of our community spirit and promoting growth in business. I will encourage businesses to work with me to achieve improved growth via targeted awareness campaigns and marketing strategies. Community improvements are important to me, and I will work hand-in-hand with the Chamber of Commerce to make Carmichael a greater place to raise families, work, enjoy life and create memories. We have much to be thankful for in virtue of our vast natural resources and surrounding beauty, and I will work tirelessly to keep Carmichael a pleasant and viable place to live.
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I am a member of the National, California and Sacramento Association of Realtors, Carmichael Chamber of Commerce, and a lifetime member of the Masters Club – Sacramento Association of Realtors. I am also a certified short sale & foreclosure specialist. When I’m not working I enjoy hiking, biking and playing with my two rescue pups, Lucca and Tallulah.
 
Every dollar I raise counts as one vote towards my mayoral campaign. The charity I have chosen to support with monies raised is the Carmichael Parks Foundation.

Trillium Real Estate
4901 Marconi Avenue
Carmichael, CA 95608
(916) 606-1442

The 2017 Honorary Mayor of Carmichael is Katie Pexa of Farmers Insurance. The non-profit that she chose to support was the Alzheimer’s Association.

Katie Pexa

Farmers Insurance

My name is Katie Pexa and I am excited about my candidacy for the Honorary Mayor of Carmichael. I’ve been an integrated part of the Carmichael community for over 50 years and have seen a lot of changes. While I have been many things over the years I am especially proud to be a mother, a daughter, a United States Navy Veteran, a business owner and an active Carmichael Community member.

My college included American River Jr. College, Chico State University and finally graduating from National University with a degree in Behavior Science. While completing my college I was also an active member in the United States Navy. The Navy awarded me an incredible opportunity to travel to many different countries where I could study business and meet fabulous families.


After completing 8 years in the Navy it was time to come home and follow in my family’s footsteps and successfully manage my own Farmers Insurance Agency. Fundamental to my success is my joy in meeting new people and being able to help them. I am delighted in supporting Carmichael clients with insurance and financial needs for over 18 years now.

I am actively engaged in a multitude of volunteer and philanthropic endeavors throughout our community. A few of my areas recently have been helping veterans seek employment, animal rescue with a multitude of rescue groups, Sierra Forever Families and putting together the annual golf tournament for the Children’s Receiving Home. I continue to help with animal rescue however I no longer foster the rescues because our house is currently full with two loving rescued dogs, Jill and Lucy. My journey with Sierra Forever Families began back in 2005 when I was blessed to meet my son, Connor. In January 2007 we finalized his adoption and we became a forever family. Today I am able to assist other families through their adoption process.

In my leisure time I enjoy running, biking, swimming, hiking the Sierra Nevada’s, golfing and anything outdoors. I will most often be found surrounded by family be it my immediate family or my extended family of friends and colleagues. I believe in the importance of a strong family and place a high priority on raising my son to be a quality man.

This leads me to why I am running for Honorary Mayor of Carmichael. I see myself as one person trying to accomplish many things. I would like to optimize my resources to bring more business to Carmichael while still protecting our parks and community. Addressing our homeless situation must be a high priority to keep each business safe. I look forward to helping each business in any way I can.

Every dollar I raise counts as one vote towards my Honorary Mayoral Campaign. The charity I have chosen to support with money raised is the Alzheimer’s Association. I recently hosted my mother’s 80th birthday party at the Alzheimer’s Care Facility where she resides. The party was a smashing success with the residents dancing to a live band and partaking in delicious birthday cake. The residents light up knowing that I never show up empty handed without a sweet treat and a 7 lb Chihuahua full of love.


Peace, Unity, Respect
Katie Pexa

“Never doubt that a small group of committed citizens can change the world. In fact, it is the only thing that ever has”.
— Margaret Mead

Farmers Insurance
3800 Watt Ave. Suite 205
Sacramento, CA 95821
(916)971-9450


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