MY BACKGROUND
Eric was born and raised in Modesto. He spent most of his childhood between Burbank Elementary and completing homework at a corner desk in his parent's business on Paradise Road. He boxed at the Maddux Youth Center at Fourth St. Park and played seasonal little league baseball at the Westport Southside Youth Baseball League.
After high school, Eric attended Modesto Junior College, where he served in student government. He went on to earn a bachelor’s degree in Political Science and Spanish from the University of Idaho.
Eric has worked in public service and youth development throughout his career, including with the Boys & Girls Clubs of Stanislaus County, the Boy Scouts of America, and as a member of Congressional staff for California’s 10th District. He later earned his master’s degree in Political Management from the George Washington University.
Prior to being elected to serve on the Modesto City Council representing District 2, Eric worked on issues affecting the Hispanic community, including language access and business engagement through advisory and civic efforts in the region. While in office Alvarez was appointed by Mayor Zwahlen to serve as Vice Mayor in 2024, as well as Chair of the economic development committee and the appointments committee.
Eric works full-time at Stratcen Communications and owns a home in West Modesto.
EDUCATION
• B.A., Political Science and Spanish (University of Idaho)
• Master’s Degree, Political Management (George Washington University)