In a democratic society, the number one obligation of the government is public safety. A safe community is a real community where people and families want to live and work because they know their voice matters at the grassroots level. We need to make sure Measure C funds are spent wisely to repair not only our roads and vital infrastructure, …
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A vote for me is a vote for your community. I am 100% community driven and will continue turning great ideas into action by collaborating with residents and students, businesses owners, and community leaders. I serve all members of my community and have the support of democrats, republicans, independents, and decline to state. My first priority is my constituents’ concerns, and I always have an open door policy to listen.
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As a small business owner, I know how to stretch every dollar. I’m not afraid to ask the hard questions about how our tax dollars are spent, and I’ll make sure my district’s priorities are the City’s priorities. The City sales and occupancy taxes appear to be recovered from the impact of the Thomas Fire and Montecito Debris flow, and continue on a fairly stable income, with modest growth in sales tax and transient occupancy tax. Measure C (the recent sales tax increase) is providing funding to address a backlog of road and infrastructure repairs along with building a new police station.
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Santa Barbara is at a crossroads with empty storefronts on State Street. As your Councilmember, I want to move forward with a plan to invigorate our local economy making it easier for local businesses to open their doors to produce jobs and revenue. The city should be our partner in success not an obstacle to overcome.
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Workforce and student housing is needed to serve our community and invigorate our local economy. If you go to school or work in our community then you should have access to a safe and affordable place to call home. Previously, the Redevelopment Agency produced high quality affordable housing. Since it’s been abolished, the City has failed in creating a viable …
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There’s a fundamental concern that our City College students are facing – housing and food insecurity. It’s also true that City College impacts our local housing market – and not just on the Mesa. Yes, we need more housing for students and for staff, teachers, police, firefighters, construction workers, public and private employees. The question is how much and who pays …
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We need better transit on the Mesa, and throughout the 2nd District – not just for locals and students here, but for the people who work and shop here, and for the residents of the entire City who want to visit our beautiful beaches and parks – without their cars! We also need to improve our options for mobility – safer crosswalks, walkway and bike paths will make our neighborhoods safer and our neighbors healthier.
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The birthplace of the environmental movement shouldn’t just talk about being green, we need to return to being a leader. Climate Change is impacting our future, and we must all be committed to reducing greenhouse gas emissions, and enhancing resilience. One way is by reducing vehicle miles driven through greater transportation and mobility options. According to a City report, its …
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