- MEET THE CANDIDATE
My Name is alexander Porretto,
I am a fourth generation Galvestonian and my family has been here for over 140 years as Italian immigrants. We have been here storm after storm helping our neighbors and communities build and rebuild.
I attended Texas A&M at Galveston and received my bachelors in Marine Environmental Law and Policy and a Masters of Marine Resources Management, the focus of my studies were solely on Galveston. During my time I received the President’s coin because of my actions with fellow Aggies during Hurricane Harvey rescues. Honored by Galveston’s The Daily News 40 Under 40 Program which recognizes men and women who have demonstrated personal and professional success and a commitment to the community.
I am an avid outdoorsman, a great friend, and have very strong ties to Galveston Island. I operate Porretto Beach with my family, of which we have proudly owned and operated for over 65 years. I am married to my beautiful wife Dot Comeaux in October. We live and work in Galveston full-time and want to start a family here soon.
"take the personal out of politics"
the core values of porretto's vision for district 4
issues Accomplished
Identify alternative sources of revenue to alleviate the tax base
Help our residents better benefit from tourism
Increase collaboration between the city and our community
Event Highlights
Candidate Meet & Greet
"When you think about someone that's going to represent your city, you want someone thats going to represent the good but also help with the bad...Alex is going to do all of those things."
