As a member of the DeSoto City Council, Dr. Marks has championed numerous initiatives to enhance the quality of life for residents and foster community progress:

• American Rescue Ad Hoc: Championed Premium Pay for essential workers

• CARES ACT Ad Hoc: Championed $300,000 to narrow the technology divide for DeSoto ISD students

• Championed Proposition C 2020: Amend Council selection Process of Mayor Pro Tem

• Championed green spaces for Planned Developments

• Championed Customer Service Initiative (ICSI) for small businesses

• Championed Black Lives Matter art in parks

• Championing stronger rental ordinance as it pertains to absentee landlords

• Host of annual Fil-A-Tundra Toy Drive for children in need

• Senior Day at the Market: Provided fresh fruits and vegetables for senior residents

• Establishing ordinance to conceal trash and recycle carts when not in use