Peter Svarzbein is a first-generation Hispanic American, born and raised on El Paso’s Westside. Like many folks from El Paso, he left to obtain his college education and started his career outside of El Paso. Upon his return, Peter became a successful advocate for community development via the arts. Peter now resides in Kern Place and is an instructor at the Texas Tech College of Architecture. Peter’s desire to represent the citizens of District 1 stems from both his love of El Paso and his passion for community involvement. Combining his creative intensity, and his experience leading large community initiatives, Peter is the candidate who can, and will make a difference in the lives of his constituents by providing the Positive, Responsive, and Creative Leadership it takes to keep El Paso’s momentum going! EARLY VOTING: April 27 - May 5, 2015 | ELECTION DAY: May 9, 2015