David Martinez earned a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice and a master’s degree in criminal justice. He lives with his wife, Cindy, and their two children in Suwanee.

David Martinez is the owner of a family business. He previously served as a Gwinnett County police officer and enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corps.

Meet the candidates for Suwanee city elections – North Gwinnett Voice

David's campaign for Suwanee City Council Member is his first entry into politics. 

Plans to work with city council and staff to reduce residential property taxes while maintaining a balanced budget.

- Plans to work with city council and staff to reduce residential property taxes while maintaining a balanced budget.

Economy

Supports community engagement and transparency in government.

- Supports community engagement and transparency in government.

Public Services

As of November 10, 2025, David Martinez’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Housing & Urban Development

Plans to support public safety by providing the Suwanee Police Department with resources to hire and retain qualified officers and by building community partnerships to assist the police in reducing crime.

- Plans to support public safety by providing the Suwanee Police Department with resources to hire and retain qualified officers and by building community partnerships to assist the police in reducing crime.

Public Safety

Supports balancing development and reducing debt to prevent overgrowth, preserve financial stability, and maintain a high quality of life.

- Supports balancing development and reducing debt to prevent overgrowth, preserve financial stability, and maintain a high quality of life.

Transportation & Infrastructure

Energy & the Environment

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- City council members work together with the rest of city council to set and implement city policy. 
- City council is tasked with ensuring the health, comfort, and safety of residents of the city 
- City council members work with the mayor to govern city departments, such as the police department, fire department, transportation department, and parks and recreation department. 
- City council members represent either the whole city or residents of a specific district. 
- Most city council members in Georgia are elected in odd years to four year terms. Elections are nonpartisan. 