Priorities
“Good policy is rooted in compassion. public service is a commitment to improve the lives of everyone we serve, whether through simple acts of kindness or informed policy.”
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Whether we are talking about housing, energy, food costs, childcare, health care, or basic services, our families are facing an affordability crisis, which is disproportionately impacting children and families, older adults, and our immigrant and LGBTQ+ communities. I will continue to prioritize cost impacts for residents (in particular for our most vulnerable residents) over political expedience.
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More than just setting target goals,
I have prioritized tangible resiliency projects and programs to protect residents and infrastructure from fires, floods, sea level rise, and drought,
all of which are immediate and
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As a small business owner and as a long-time local elected official, I know firsthand the importance of small businesses in our local economy, from economic opportunity to revenue generation to support municipal services. 99% of businesses in California are small businesses and are critical in supporting our local economy and job creation.
values in action
As Novato Mayor (in partnership with North Bay Jobs with Justice), I helped spearhead the City’s minimum wage increase (to a level above the state minimum wage).
Supported (and contributed to) Novato’s successful Measure M, which allowed the City to provide better wages for employees.
Pushed against homeless bans and sweeps; instead focusing on a housing first approach, with appropriate wrap-around services. Novato’s encampment, which had been largest in the entire North Bay, has now been reduced by 2/3rds.
Over a 2 year span, increased wages for In-Home Support Service (IHSS) care providers from $16.95/hr to $20.40/hr. IHSS care providers support Medi-Cal eligible aged, blind or individuals with disabilities safely in their home.
Worked in partnership with our LGBTQ+ community leaders, was proud to raise the Pride Flag above City Hall in 2021, and honored to host the inaugural Pride Festival.
Over the years, I partnered with the former Spahr Center on harm reduction programs, MPOX vaccines, and funding issues. I am honored to have the endorsement of LGBTQ+ elected officials (both currently and formerly elected) in recognition of our partnership.
Have been a strong proponent of the Novato Teen Clinic (formerly the Novato Wellness Center) over the years.
Successfully negotiated the County of Marin’s first Project Labor Agreement for the new $80M+ Marin County Fire Headquarters.
Spearheaded an innovative $2M low-interest city loan so the North Bay Children’s Center could double its subsidized childcare capacity.
As SMART Board Chair, successfully prioritized FREE fares for youth and seniors, making transit more affordable and accessible for all.
As a Marin County Supervisor, along with my colleagues, I implemented paid parental leave for Marin County public employees.
As a Marin County Supervisor, along with my colleagues, I allocated $0.5M for Legal Aid of Marin, Rapid Response Network, and other organizations to support our immigrant communities.
As board member and chair for both SMART and the Transportation Authority of Marin for over a decade, I helped leverage local dollars to construct the two largest infrastructure projects in the North Bay: the SMART Train and the widening of the Marin-Sonoma Narrows.
Proudly helped pass our County Housing Element paving the way for over 5,000 new homes in Marin.
A Marin Women’s Political Action Committee (MWPAC) Recommended Candidate in 2019
& 2022. MWPAC requires an unequivocal commitment to reproductive rights in order to be considered for support.