Platform & Issues
Where I Stand
Three clear priorities for District 1 — grounded in nearly two decades of public finance and operations experience.
40%
of California's water supply faces critical infrastructure gaps by 2030
Water Supply Reliability
District 1 residents need a water board that plans decades ahead — not just for the next budget cycle.
- Accelerate investment in reservoir capacity and groundwater recharge programs
- Prioritize drought-resilient infrastructure upgrades across the district
- Demand transparent long-range capital planning with public reporting milestones
- Ensure rate increases are tied to measurable infrastructure outcomes
- Support regional partnerships to diversify water supply sources
12,000+
acres of watershed land in the Santa Clara Valley requiring active management
Environmental Stewardship
Our watershed is our most valuable asset. Science-based conservation is not optional — it is the foundation of a reliable water supply.
- Champion habitat restoration and creek stewardship programs
- Apply science-based land management practices across district-owned open space
- Protect water quality through proactive monitoring and pollution prevention
- Support responsible development policies that preserve watershed recharge areas
- Engage the community in stewardship through education and volunteer programs
$700M+
annual district budget that demands transparent, responsible oversight
Fiscal Accountability
Ratepayers deserve to know their money is being spent wisely. My career in public finance gives me the tools to hold the district accountable.
- Push for independent financial audits and clear public reporting at every board meeting
- Apply the same rigorous budget discipline I used as City Administrator in Gilroy
- Scrutinize major contracts and capital projects for cost-effectiveness
- Establish a Pension Trust Fund model for the district, as I did for Gilroy
- Ensure rate increases are justified by data and communicated transparently to ratepayers
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