Beliefs and Accomplishments

By Barbara A. Kerr

Years of Necessary Experience, Environmentalist, Neighborhood Preservationist, Supporter of the Arts.

I have actively worked and voted for preserving Alameda's existing residential neighborhoods. Any new developments should be award-winning designs compatible with our existing neighborhoods and compatible with Alameda's unique island location.

Financing methods now used for assisting home ownership were introduced by me before I was even elected.

I initiated ART-IN-THE-PARK, the successful art show for Alameda artists in Jackson Park. I was the major supporter of the formation of the City of Alameda Arts Council.

I will continue my voting record to 1.) keep taxes down, 2.) support Measure A, 3.) stop intrusive infill development, 4.) increase our open space, 5.) require developers to enhance our shoreline with parks and trails, 6.) find sane answers to traffic and other safety hazards, and 7.) insure adequate notification for neighbors of proposed developments, 7.) continue to increase our General Fund Reserves.