The City of South San Francisco
Office of the City Clerk
400 Grand Avenue
South San Francisco, CA 94080
(650) 877-8518
2 SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE
Why are you interested in serving as a Boards and Commissions member? What do you feel you could contribute?
What qualifies you for this appointment?
What is your vision for growth in South San Francisco?
I have been a resident of South San Francisco since 2006 when I moved here to attend law school. After graduating and working for several years, I resigned from my attorney position after having my first child in 2015. Since becoming a stay at home parent, I have paid close attention to the growth and changes of South San Francisco as I want my children to grow up in a safe and diverse community. At times, I have found myself asking questions about decisions that have been made and how I would have liked more consultation with the city's residents. I also wish we were provided more information about how or why decisions are made. I'm interested in serving on the Equity and Public Safety commission to be a voice for the residents of South San Francisco by asking the right questions and working closely to ensure the needs of the city's population are met. For South San Francisco to have a commission to deal with public safety and equity that is composed of residents means that the city cares about what the residents say they need - not just by what officials think the residents need. It would be a privilege to support the city in this goal.
As an attorney, I worked with foster youth - a population that was impacted by poverty, mental health concerns, and crime. A lot of my focus was how the community's laws and service providers could have a major impact on their futures. I know first-hand the importance of safe and equitable community and providing a voice for those that need help the most. My background qualifies me for appointment to the commission because I have a necessary perspective for those whose experiences are different than mine and know how to advocate for those whose needs are not being met. As a commission who is drafting suggestions and considerations for safety and equity, this perspective would enable me to work towards the best interest of all the city's residents, especially those who need more support. The situations and struggles that this commission addresses can be difficult and people will have strong opinions. With my experience, I am able to discuss these issues with empathy and an open mind and know that collaboration is essential.
I love that South San Francisco has a diverse population. I would love for that population to continue to grow. One thing I would like to see is for the city's residents to connect more to their small neighborhood communities. For example, a couple of neighborhoods do events for Halloween. I'd love to see more community events like this such as block parties where neighbors actually get to know eachother. Getting to know your neighbors helps to make communities feel safe because it provides a sense that someone is looking out for you. I would love for city officials to do more to create and support these type of events so that individual communities can start to take ownership and pride in their neighborhood.
I would also like to see equitable distribution of services and support throughout the city. The cost of living throughout the Bay Area is high and the number of families moving due to expenses continues to increase. I would like to know more about supportive programs and see more of these services for families so moving isn't the only option for them.
Additionally, I'd like to see an increase in affordable child care options for families so they are able to focus on working to provide for their families as well as an increase in the quality of public education throughout all of the city's schools.
In my opinion, a city that is strong in education and support services will result in a lower crime rate and a safer place to live.
The City of South San Francisco
Office of the City Clerk
400 Grand Avenue
South San Francisco, CA 94080
(650) 877-8518
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DISCLAIMER AND SIGNATURE
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I certify that, to the best of my knowledge, all statements in this application are complete and true. I agree and understand that any mis-statement of material fact will cause me to forfeit all rights to appointment to a Commission, Board, or Committee with the City of South San Francisco.
Applications are accepted on a continuous basis and will remain valid 1 year from the date of submission. If you are selected to serve on a Board or Commission, you may be required to file an Annual Statement of Economic Interest (FPPC Form 700) and bi-annual Ethics Training (AB1234).
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University of San Francisco School of Law San Francisco, CA 2006 2009 Juris Doctorate Santa Clara University Santa Clara, CA 2001 2005 Bachelor of Science in Sociology and Bachelor of Science in Political Science 02/12/2024 02/12/2024 EV