Goals and Vision for Newport Beach

By Brenda J. Martin

Smart Growth - positive change - balance on our city council - an honest city council

There is a difference in the candidates - I am the only candidate running for office in District 1 that support Measure X. It is needed to preserve our right to vote in order to protect our quality of life and property value.

We must halt growth of John Wayne Airport - listen to our dedicated watchdog airport groups and focus attention to holding the line on the number of flights - we need a council that will work on these issues.

The current street system needs updates to reduce traffic congestion, manage parking, & increase safety with state of the art crossing equipment.

We need budget oversight - the business and budget end of our city has been sorely neglected - we need budget projections - and an overhall of our staffing and administrative needs.

Proliferation of prison diversion/rehab homes - this big business is reducing the safety and quality of residenta and small business life in NB - we need a council that will monitor and take action and take control.

We need balance on the council - 52% of our registered voters are women - over half of council should give us a balanced voice.