
Nicole DeMera
Chief of Staff
Nicole has worked as the Chief of Staff to Councilmember Garry Bredefeld in District 6 since January 2017. She provides support to the Councilmember, handles the calendar and the daily operations in the office. Nicole oversees the District 6 budget and plans the infrastructure projects for the Northeast area.

Matthew Gee
District Director
Matthew is proud to be raised in Fresno County his entire life, graduating from Buchanan High School, he considers the Central Valley and Fresno California’s best kept secret.
Joining the City of Fresno in January 2025, Matthew first started his career working as the Outreach Coordinator for the Fresno County Republican Party, from there he went on to work for a number of congressional and state election campaigns. Most recent to his start with the City Council, Matthew worked as a Field Representative for retired Assemblymember Devon Mathis and as a Donor Relations Officer fundraising for Turning Point USA and Turning Point Action.
Currently Matthew sits on the State Board for the California Young Republican Federation, is an Associate Delegate to the California Republican Party, and is a member of the Fresno County Republican Party Central Committee. In his free time, Matthew enjoys snowboarding, attending country music concerts, traveling with his family, and taking roping and rodeo lessons at his Uncle’s ranch.
Matthew currently serves as District Director to Councilmember Nick Richardson of District 6, assisting the Councilmember in managing district operations and events.

Annabel Vasquez
Staff Assistant
Annabel previously worked as a recreational service aid with the City of Fresno’s PARCS department. Originally from North Los Angeles and raised in Fresno, she is currently a full-time student at Fresno State University, pursuing a degree in Recreational Therapy. Passionate about adventure and an avid runner, Annabel is deeply committed to serving the residents of District 6 and contributing to the community’s well-being.