Candidate for
Council Member; City of Berkeley; Council District 5

My continuing commitment to District 5 is for a Berkeley that works. I want to preserve and enhance the qualities that make North Berkeley so wonderful: liveable/walkable neighborhoods, safe streets and vibrant commercial districts. I have worked with residents to mitigate impacts of the north Shattuck Safeway, with businesses to streamline new business permitting and collaborated with families to improve our local parks. I persuaded my Council colleagues to fully fund the 2008 library bond and campaigned actively to see our North Branch Library completely renovated. My District 5 office reliably provides constituent assistance and local information. Citywide, I look forward to continuing my work to provide a more welcoming downtown. As Berkeley's representative on Alameda County's Transportation Commission, I secured new bike and pedestrian improvements and supported the renovation of the I80/Gilman interchange. I will continue to support Berkeley's public schools and tap the intellectual resources of Cal to make Berkeley a better city. I am proud that through our recent economic challenges, Berkeley has maintained balanced budgets, is tackling long term financial obligations, is addressing infrastructure needs and has experienced a significant decrease in crime. I am honored to have your trust and support.