Candidate for
Mayor; City of Torrance

Bio for Bill Sutherland Candidate for Mayor for the City of Torrance

This election is about the residents, businesses & employees of the City of Torrance & the type of leadership they deserve. I have proven leadership in my 30+ years running a successful business in the City of Torrance, in my community involvement & with my service to the City. I've provided Leadership with Integrity & I will continue to do that as Mayor.

62 years old

36 year resident of Torrance

Married to Diana, life-long resident of Torrance

4 children attended TUSD Kindergarten through graduation.

Successful local business owner for 33 years.

Member of Old Torrance Neighbors Association since 1981

A member of Torrance Rotary/Rotary International for 30 years, where I was President in 2000-2001 along with many other board positions.

13 year board member for the Salvation Army Advisory Board, Former Chairman and current Emeritus member.

American Youth Soccer Organization (AYSO) Regional Commissioner for 3 years, Divisional Commissioner for 2 years, Referee & Coach for 10 years for region 15.

Torrance Little League & Torrance American Baseball Coach and umpire.

Two consecutive four year terms as a Civil Service Commissioner for the City of Torrance, twice Chairman.

City Councilman 2006- Present

Chairman of the Government and Finance Committee for the last 6 ½ years.

Former Chair for the 49th and 50th Armed Forces Day Parade.

League of California Cities voting delegate for 6 years.

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