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About this office
State assembly members introduce and vote on new laws, hold hearings, and draft the state budget. They are elected to two-year terms.
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My Top 3 Priorities
1) Protect our air and water quality and natural environment. California must continue to be a leader in our global efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and mitigate the effects of climate change. I will advocate for ambitious climate goals
2. Promote policies that improve the quality of life of all Californians. This includes investing in public education, making sure our communities and neighborhoods are protected through traditional law enforcement and prevention programs.
3) Address our housing and homelessness crises. I will work to increase State support for the development of affordable housing and the necessary supportive services that will keep people housed.
Experience
Experience
Profession:Santa Barbara County Supervisor
Santa Barbara County Supervisor, 2nd District, Santa Barbara County (2019–current)
Board of Supervisors, Santa Barbara County Board of Supervisors (2019 - Present) — Elected position (2019–current)
Education
University of California at Santa Barbara — BA, Political Science (1983)
Santa Barbara City College — AA, Political Science (1981)
Biography
I grew up in Santa Barbara, attended local schools, and graduated from Santa Barbara City College and UC Santa Barbara with degrees in Political Science. I began my professional career as a legislative assistant for State Assemblymember Jack O'Connell. I was the founding manager of the Santa Barbara County Association of Government's (SBCAG) Traffic Solutions program, promoting local green and sustainable transportation options. Later, I served as the Deputy Executive Director for SBCAG, supporting regional efforts to improve bus and passenger rail service and widen the 101 freeway. For twenty years, I owned and operated Transitions Preschool, a local, family business providing early-childhood education and quality childcare. I was appointed to the Santa Barbara City Planning Commission and elected to four terms on the Santa Barbara City Council. Governor Gray Davis appointed me to the California Coastal Commission, where I served from 2000-2004. In 2018, I was elected to a seat on the Santa Barbara County Board of Supervisors.
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My Top 3 Priorities
Change direction in CA and support law enforcement, parents, farmers, small business owners and the taxpayer.
Improving Education and addressing the homeless problem and focusing on increasing water supply for CA residednts.
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My Top 3 Priorities
Help the homeless out of their predicament.
Help children overcome Corona virus pandemic learning loss.
Conserve the endangered species.
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