David Cook was born in Willows California. He is a fourth generation farmer.
In 1995 David moved to the wine country to embrace his sustainable growing practices and love for the Sonoma Valley. He is the founder of Cook Vineyard Management which manages 475 acres of quality vineyards and olive orchards in Sonoma County. He has 42 employees. He emphasizes sustainable, environmentally friendly farming practices. He also has an agricultural supply retail store.
David saw fires and medical emergencies reek havoc on the lives of the people of Sonoma County. David Cook joined the volunteer fire department. He worked as a firefighter and then studied and trained to become an EMT. As a firefighter and EMT for many years (1997-2002) David Cook learned about Sonoma County’s emergency service needs.
In 2012 David was elected to The Sonoma City Council and served as Mayor in 2015. He was re-elected in 2016 and is currently serving on the Sonoma City Council. David is able to listen to the plight of the common man, help them in a fiscally responsible manner.
David is married and lives in Sonoma with his wife Kiersten and 4 children.
· Elected to Sonoma City Council (2012- present)
· President (2013) Sonoma Valley Chamber of Commerce.
· Mayor of Sonoma (2015)
· Board of Director alternate Sonoma Clean Power (present)
· Water Advisory Committee Member Sonoma County Water Agency (present)
· Sonoma Valley Groundwater Sustainability Agency Alternate (present)
· California Licensed class A General Contractor 914872
Sonoma Valley Rotary (present)