Five candidates battling to represent San Diego’s most liberal council district — February 16, 2020 San Diego Union-Tribune
Consejo Municipal, Distrito 3 — Ciudad de San Diego
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Toni Duran
Community Representative
3 Prioridades Principales
- Get serious about homelessness and fight for affordable...
- Fix our streets and sidewalks and improve transit....
- Bring local government to the people and ask you what...
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Senate President pro Tempore Toni AtkinsCongressman Scott PetersFormer State Senator Christine Kehoe
Michelle Nguyen
Procurement Specialist/Military Reserve...
3 Prioridades Principales
- Prioritize adequate parking, street lights, and road...
- Safeguard taxpayer revenue by reforming procurement...
- Incorporate behavioral economics and clinically-proven...
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Filipino-American Chamber of CommerceRepublican Party of San Diego CountySan Diego County Gun Owners Association
Stephen Whitburn
Community Nonprofit Director
3 Prioridades Principales
- End our homelessness crisis and increase housing affordability
- Fix our streets and infrastructure
- Protect our climate
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Democratic PartyNathan Fletcher, San Diego County Board of SupervisorsSan Diego Gay & Lesbian News (SDGLN)San Diego Union-TribuneSan Diego & Imperial Counties Labor CouncilNational Union of Healthcare WorkersSouthwest Regional Council of CarpentersLaborers' Union Local 89Unite Here Local 30San Diego Municipal Employees AssociationSan Diego Police Officers AssociationLa Raza Lawyers AssociationSan Diego Unity LeagueSan Diego Vegan DemocratsBlue Dream Democrats of San Diego CountyUniversity City Democratic ClubSan Diego Progressive Democratic ClubVeterans Democratic Club of San DiegoMartin Luther King Jr. Democratic Club of San DiegoSan Diego County Democrats for Environmental ActionSan Diego County Young DemocratsSan Diego Downtown Democratic ClubSan Diego Uptown Democratic ClubSan Diego Democrats for EqualityDonna Frye, San Diego City Council (Retired)John Hartley, San Diego City Council (Retired)Lorena Gonzalez, California State AssemblyDede Alpert, California State SenateMarty Block, California State SenateCraig Milgrim, San Diego Community College District Board of Trustees
Adrian Kwiatkowski
Non-Profit Prestident CEO / Public...
3 Prioridades Principales
- Lead on finding collaborative solutions to our housing...
- Establish a Climate Change Department and present...
- Create a culture of competence at City Hall through...
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California Assemblymember Howard Wayne, (D-78 retired)Michael MaGee, National Co-Chair repealing Don’t Ask Don’t TellScott Barnett, Taxpayers Advocate & former San Diego School Board Trustee
3 Prioridades Principales
Las prioridades de Chris Olsen no estan disponibles.
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State Senator's District Representative
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Mis 3 prioridades principales
- Get serious about homelessness and fight for affordable housing that works for every neighborhood and every San Diegan.
- Fix our streets and sidewalks and improve transit. A vibrant, urban community needs well-maintained infrastructure and convenient transportation.
- Bring local government to the people and ask you what is important.
¿Quién apoya a este candidato?
Funcionarios electos (2)
- Senate President pro Tempore Toni Atkins
- Congressman Scott Peters
Individuos (1)
- Former State Senator Christine Kehoe
Información de contacto del candidato
Procurement Specialist/Military Reservist
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Mis 3 prioridades principales
- Prioritize adequate parking, street lights, and road conditions for residents and patrons
- Safeguard taxpayer revenue by reforming procurement practices, ensuring contracting due diligence
- Incorporate behavioral economics and clinically-proven data in mental health and drug addiction resources to our homeless neighbors
Experiencia
Experiencia
Profesión:Procurement Specialist/Military Reserve Officer
Subcontract Administrator, General Atomics (2015–current)
Soldier, California Army National Guard (2014–current)
Educación
University of Southern California — Master of Studies in Law, Business Law (current)
University of San Diego — Bachelor of Business Administration, International Business; minor Supply Chain Management (2016)
Actividades comunitarias
Troop Leader, San Diego Girl Scouts (2018–current)
¿Quién apoya a este candidato?
Featured Endorsements
- Filipino-American Chamber of Commerce
Organizaciónes (2)
- Republican Party of San Diego County
- San Diego County Gun Owners Association
Información de contacto del candidato
Community Nonprofit Director
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Mis 3 prioridades principales
- End our homelessness crisis and increase housing affordability
- Fix our streets and infrastructure
- Protect our climate
Experiencia
Biografía
Stephen has lived in the neighborhoods of Council District 3 for nearly two decades, and he's been involved in our community the entire time.
His longtime service to San Diego extends to both his professional life and volunteer work, drawing upon his background in strategic planning and organizational management.
An award-winning nonprofit leader, Stephen served professionally as director of the American Cancer Society in Southern California, providing services to patients and their families and funding cancer research. Earlier in his career, he helped sick and injured San Diegans at the American Red Cross.
Stephen's volunteer work has included serving on advisory panels for the City and County of San Diego, the San Diego Human Dignity Foundation Board of Directors, the Greater San Diego Business Association Advocacy Committee, and as vice chair of the North Park Planning Committee.
Stephen is a graduate of the University of Wisconsin. He earned his Leadership Certificate from the Center for Executive Development at UC San Diego's Rady School of Management. Stephen is also proficient in Spanish.
¿Quién apoya a este candidato?
Featured Endorsements
- Democratic Party
- Nathan Fletcher, San Diego County Board of Supervisors
- San Diego Gay & Lesbian News (SDGLN)
Organizaciónes (21)
- San Diego Union-Tribune
- San Diego & Imperial Counties Labor Council
- National Union of Healthcare Workers
- Southwest Regional Council of Carpenters
- Laborers' Union Local 89
- Unite Here Local 30
- San Diego Municipal Employees Association
- San Diego Police Officers Association
- La Raza Lawyers Association
- San Diego Unity League
- San Diego Vegan Democrats
- Blue Dream Democrats of San Diego County
- University City Democratic Club
- San Diego Progressive Democratic Club
- Veterans Democratic Club of San Diego
- Martin Luther King Jr. Democratic Club of San Diego
- San Diego County Democrats for Environmental Action
- San Diego County Young Democrats
- San Diego Downtown Democratic Club
- San Diego Uptown Democratic Club
- San Diego Democrats for Equality
Funcionarios electos (6)
- Donna Frye, San Diego City Council (Retired)
- John Hartley, San Diego City Council (Retired)
- Lorena Gonzalez, California State Assembly
- Dede Alpert, California State Senate
- Marty Block, California State Senate
- Craig Milgrim, San Diego Community College District Board of Trustees
Información de contacto del candidato
CEO Non-Profit Management/Strategist
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El candidato(a) proporcionó información.
Mis 3 prioridades principales
- Lead on finding collaborative solutions to our housing and homelessness crises
- Establish a Climate Change Department and present a bond to voters to support Balboa Park
- Create a culture of competence at City Hall through increasing civic engagement
Experiencia
Biografía
As a homegrown San Diegan, I know we have serious issues from Balboa Park to climate change, from homelessness to housing and to growing our local economy. We need proven leadership.
I have over 25 years of experience in public policy advocacy, community outreach, environmental stewardship, small business know-how and volunteerism.
I know how City Hall works and I know how to get things done.
¿Quién apoya a este candidato?
Featured Endorsements
- California Assemblymember Howard Wayne, (D-78 retired)
- Michael MaGee, National Co-Chair repealing Don’t Ask Don’t Tell
- Scott Barnett, Taxpayers Advocate & former San Diego School Board Trustee
Preguntas y Respuestas
Preguntas de The League of Women Voters of San Diego (3)
What are the three biggest challenges facing this region in the 2020s, and how can you use this office to help our community prepare for (and meet) those challenges?
Respuesta de Adrian Kwiatkowski:
These are issues people have told me about at the door:
The largest issue is homelessness which I have already addressed.
Lack of housing in San Diego is at critical levels. I believe in increasing the supply of diverse housing opportunities with smart density, supporting the November 2020 Housing Bond, and streamlining the planning and development process. I am the only candidate who has actually gotten housing projects through the City: it is not easy and more difficult than it should be. As such, I know how the process can be improved and will work with neighborhoods and builders to create density that fits for the communities affected.
Finally, Climate Change affects everything. Unfortunately, San Diego is known for talking big and acting small. We spend money on plans and do nothing to implement them. This is why I propose San Diego establish a Climate Change Department to enact our Climate Action Plan and be a focal point to address issues around climate change.
What action (personal or professional) that you have taken most exemplifies how you would execute the duties of the office you are running for?
Respuesta de Adrian Kwiatkowski:
District 3 needs strong leadership that is not afraid of controversy and can hit the ground running
Let’s use the Clean Needle Exchange program as an example. When this was proposed 20 years ago, there was stiff resistance about the people such a program would attract and how they would affect the communities where treatment was being offered.
I had to select the treatment sites, educate the neighborhoods and users about the needle exchange program, bring the providers together with the county and city, and make this program happen.
It was not easy but Clean Needle Exchange has been a success. The program has saved lives and had minimal impact on the communities where treatment is provided.
This is an example of how I would lead. It was not the popular thing to do but it was the right thing to do and the communities benefited overall.
How do your plans to help the City address the many causes and impacts of homelessness balance the rights and needs of all?
Respuesta de Adrian Kwiatkowski:
It is not humane to have people sleeping in their cars and on the streets.
We need to help those who want help, provide help to those who need help, and address the issues of those who will not accept help.
I will lead collaborative efforts with the County to coordinate outreach and treatment for those who need help. I will push to have trained social workers on the front lines so the first person someone homeless sees to help them doesn’t have a gun and a badge.
And I will ask our City Attorney for advice about what we can do about the minority of the homeless population who will not accept or get help.
Creencias poliza
Filosofía política
A Track-Record of Results:
√ Clean Needle Exchange
√ San Diego Strong Mayor Form of Government
√ Smoke-Free Beaches and Parks Ordinance
√ VA San Diego Aspire Center for Veterans with PTSD & Traumatic Brain Injury
√ La Jolla Harbor Seal Pupping Season Beach Closure and Guideline Rope
A History of Experience:
√ Non-profit President & CEO
√ Town Council President and Member
√ San Diego City Elections Task Force Member
√ Treasurer & Board Member, Social Advocates for Youth (SAY) San Diego
√ San Diego City Charter Review Committee Member
Proposed soluitions to issues facing District 3:
HOMELESS - Having trained social and case workers on the frontlines managing solutions.
HOUSING - Increasing the supply of diverse housing opportunities with smart density, supporting the November 2020 Housing Bond and streamlining the planning and development process.
CLIMATE CHANGE - The City establish a Climate Change Department and a Climate Change Commission to lead and act on the city’s plan to address this global crisis.
BALBOA PARK - A $500 million bond for the November 2022 ballot to address the deferred maintenance
For more information please visit my website at AdrianForCityCouncil.com
Información de contacto del candidato
City Budget Analyst/Educator
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