To ensure a safe and prosperous future for our city, we can't use a one-size-fits-all approach to problems. Finding solutions requires experience, creativity, patience, boldness, nuance, collaboration, humility, and compassion. This is where I stand on just some of the many issues facing us today.
Doing the right thing and treating others with respect matters to me. When we treat each other with kindness, the best ideas flourish.
As the only member of the LGBTQ+ community running for council, it is my personal goal to make sure that all voices are heard.
No matter where we go in the city, we all deserve to feel safe. That means safe streets, safe public spaces, and safe neighborhoods.
I believe in consistent, collaborative, and compassionate approaches to solving homelessness. A layered issue deserves a layered response.
Full economic recovery means getting the Promenade up to full occupancy. I'll make sure to get this done so that our residents and visitors enjoy all our city has to offer.
My years of experience have proven that I am a strong advocate for the hospitality industry as well as all small businesses here in Santa Monica.
As a renter in a rent control apartment for over 18 years, I will continue to strengthen rent control policies. Rent Control works!
What makes Montana Avenue amazing is its unique and thriving small business community. It's streets like this that make Santa Monica special, and I support our other BIDs and will continue working to make them attractive destinations for all.
As a council member, I will continue to support bold, forward-thinking projects that guarantee an environmentally-friendly future for generations to come.
Our beautiful bay and our beaches are the jewels of our city. It's up to us to make sure we enjoy them in a sustainable way.
The more public parks the better! I will continue to support the maintenance and creation of more safe public spaces.
One of the best ways to help the environment is to get out of the car and get on a bike. That is why I will always support more dedicated bike paths throughout the city.