What I'll fight for in District 4

Our city council must be accessible and accountable to all residents — not just those with the loudest voices. I will proactively engage with our diverse communities, provide clear and timely information, and encourage inclusive participation in council meetings and public forums. Transparency is at the core of good governance, and I pledge to make our processes more open and our decision-making more understandable to everyone.

• Proactive outreach to underrepresented and diverse communities
• Clear, timely public information on all council decisions
• Open, understandable decision-making processes
• Regular constituent meetings in District 4

Too often, council discussions are dominated by a few individuals, stifling productive dialogue and delaying progress. I will advocate for a council culture that values consensus and collaborative problem-solving, ensuring every voice is heard and respected. By focusing on finding common ground, we can achieve solutions that reflect the needs and aspirations of our entire community.

• Advocate for a council culture that values every voice
• Collaborative problem-solving over partisan gridlock
• Solutions that reflect the needs of the whole community
• Respectful, productive dialogue at every meeting

Fiscal responsibility is vital to maintaining trust and delivering quality services. I will champion greater oversight of city finances, promoting prudent budgeting, transparent reporting, and regular reviews of expenditures. My goal is to maximize the value of every taxpayer dollar and ensure investments benefit all residents.

• Rigorous oversight of city budgets and expenditures
• Transparent financial reporting accessible to all residents
• Regular reviews to eliminate waste and inefficiency
• Investments that deliver measurable benefit to the community

Our city's growth and vitality — and solving our low-income housing crisis — depends on efficient and predictable permitting. I will work to simplify and expedite the building permit process, reducing unnecessary delays and making it easier for homeowners and local businesses to improve and invest in their properties while maintaining our community's character and environmental standards.

• Simplify and expedite the building permit process
• Reduce bureaucratic delays for homeowners and small businesses
• Prioritize affordable and workforce housing solutions
• Maintain environmental and community character standards

Half Moon Bay's unique coastal environment requires close coordination between the city and the California Coastal Commission. I will prioritize improving communication and cooperation to align city priorities with coastal protection goals, ensuring that development, conservation, and public access are balanced for the benefit of current and future generations.

• Strengthen city coordination with the California Coastal Commission
• Balance development, conservation, and public beach access
• Protect sensitive coastal habitats and wetlands
• Ensure coastal policies reflect the needs of District 4 residents

Active community members are essential to a vibrant city. I am committed to making city council meetings and public comment sessions more enjoyable, accessible, and efficient by setting clear expectations and respectful guidelines for both council members and the public. I also intend to hold regular meetings with constituents in District 4, so we can collaboratively address concerns unique to our neighborhood.

• More accessible, welcoming council meetings and public forums
• Clear expectations and respectful guidelines for participation
• Regular District 4 constituent meetings
• An inviting atmosphere that fosters meaningful contributions

Lengthy debates over process often stall progress and frustrate residents. I will advocate for reforms that streamline council deliberations, allowing us to focus on substance over procedure. By clarifying rules and expectations, we can make better decisions, faster — without sacrificing transparency or inclusivity.

• Reforms that cut procedural delays and focus on substance
• Clearer rules and expectations for council deliberations
• Faster, better decisions without sacrificing transparency
• A council that respects residents’ time and delivers results