- Occupation: Santa Barbara City Councilmember
- Human Resources Management Consultant
- Past President, Santa Barbara Women's Political Committee
- Past President, Santa Barbara Human Resources Association
- Former Commissioner, Housing Authority of the City of Santa Barbara
- Katherine Harvey Fellow, Santa Barbara Foundation 2004-2005
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Top Priorities if Elected |
- A Solid Fiscal Foundation: Implement policies that rebuild and maintain funds in City's reserve accounts.
- Safe neighborhoods for our Kids and Community: Invest in at-risk youth programs, build stronger connections between City Hall and neighborhood groups.
- A Clean, Environmentally Sustainable City: Strengthen our role as an environmental leader with clean creeks and beaches and pesticide-free parks.
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- Sierra Club
- Congresswoman Lois Capps
- Santa Barbara Police Officers & Firefighters Assocations
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- Reducing Gang Violence
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The current level of gang-related violence, especially among our youth, is unacceptable and creates fear and tension for residents and visitors. We must fight gang violence with a balanced combination of enforcement, intervention and prevention.
- Balancing the General Fund Budget and restoring reserves.
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The City must balance its General Fund budget and restore operational reserves. My background in human resources management will bring needed expertise in reviewing organizational structure and building a solid fiscal foundation.
- Environmental Leadership
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There are many ways we can be both environmentally strong and fiscally sound. Success requires the political leadership to protect community values and embrace the opportunities of tomorrow, even under challenging economic times.
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