- Occupation: Attorney
- UCLA School of Law, J.D. 1979
- University of Pennsylvania, B.A. 1975
- Married 21 years to Herb Benham, Four children, ages 10-18
- Chairperson, Greater Bakersfield Legal Assistance Board of Directors, 1984-1989
- Founding Member, Kern Women Lawyers
- Franklin School Booster Club President & Site Council President, Bakersfield High School Site Council
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Top Priorities if Elected |
- Safe Neighborhoods. I will lead the effort to reduce the high crime rate in Ward 2.
- Fiscal Responsibility. I will stand up for wise use of tax dollars: police and fire protection, sanitation, streets and parks.
- Economic development and redevelopment. I will promote continued revitalization Downtown and throughout Ward 2, especially in the Baker Street area.
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- Growth: Planning for Our Future
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I will bring leadership and vision to plan for our city's future.
- Transportation Solutions
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Transportation solutions are essential to pave the way for our city's continued growth.
- Fiscal Responsibility
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I will stand up for the wise use of tax dollars by emphasizing basic services: police and fire protection, sanitation, streets and parks.
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- B-FLAG (Bakersfield Firefighters)
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League of Women Voters of California
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