Mark A. Ross, Councilmember for the City of Martinez. Councilmember Ross has been a long time resident of the City of Martinez. Councilmember Ross holds B.A. Degree in English Literature from U.C. Berkeley. He has held positions as a Refinery Operator from 1977-1980; a Petroleum Surveyor from 1980-1982 and a Real Estate Agent from 1983 to the present.

Councilmember Ross serves on several regional boards including the Joint Policy Committee, TRANSPAC, and as an alternate to both the Contra Costa Transportation Authority and Contra Costa Transit Authority.

As the current Chairperson of the Bay Area Air Quality Management District, he is committed to the Air District's mission of achieving clean air to protect the public’s health and the environment. He has served as a member of the Air District’s Board of Directors since 2000.