Drew Bessinger is a 41-year resident of Clovis and a U.S. Army veteran. He has served the public for 50 years, including as former Interim Police Chief for the cities of Kingsburg, Parlier, Fowler, and Atwater. He currently serves as Mayor of Clovis, a position he held during the first year of the COVID-19 pandemic. He has two adult sons and three grandchildren.
Key Positions
- Worked during the pandemic to protect vulnerable citizens, partner with businesses to keep them open, and protect personal freedoms
- Reopened Council meetings in person during the pandemic, believing citizens had the right to be heard face-to-face rather than virtually
- Advocates for ensuring all citizens in both older established neighborhoods and newest ones have access to the same levels of services and safety
