Supervisor Paul Canepa was born and raised in Stockton, California. He attended local grammar schools, and St. Mary's High School, Delta College and received his B.S. Degree from St. Mary's College of California.

His wife Leslie, daughters Jillian and Chelsea (husband Eric) are what he is most proud of. Supporting small business has been a benchmark of Paul's community involvement.

Paul is the youngest of 7 children born to Marion and Remo Canepa. His families business Canepa's Car Wash was established in 1955 and is still proudly serving Stocktonians. Community involvement and public service has driven Paul's involvement.

Supervisor Canepa has served on Lincoln School Board for 6 years, Stockton City Council for 8 years and recently elected San Joaquin county Supervisor for District 2. Giving back to the community. Giving back to the community and being a voice for constituents are two of Paul's main goals. Agriculture, water management, living wage jobs, business development and solutions for our unsheltered population are issues that must be addressed.

Thank you for allowing me to serve our great community.