PRIORITIES & ISSUES
Priority Issues
Building a San Diego Where Community Voices Shape Our Future
01
Community Investment
I have proposed a ballot initiative to increase the General Fund by increasing the Transit Occupancy Tax (TOT). I will look for ways to reduce the bloated middle management and invest those cost savings into our long-neglected infrastructure. We have streets that need to be repaved, streetlights that need repair, and parks and libraries that need to be maintained and opened.
02
Housing Affordability Crisis
Working families, seniors, and young professionals are being priced out of our coastal communities due to skyrocketing housing costs. I will fight for smart, safe growth that makes sure our neighborhoods are properly invested in as we grow, while still meeting our housing needs.
I will expand first-time homebuyer assistance programs and support the conversion of underutilized commercial properties into mixed-use developments that create more housing opportunities. I will also push for strong inclusionary housing requirements so new developments include truly affordable units, not just market-rate housing labeled as “affordable.”
At the same time, I will oppose one-size-fits-all state mandates that fail to account for the unique challenges of our coastal neighborhoods, including infrastructure limitations, traffic, and coastal access.
We need housing solutions that are thoughtful, balanced, and built to serve the people who already call San Diego home.
03
Homelessness
I support expanding safe, dignified shelters and interim housing paired with services, and establishing neighborhood-based homeless service hubs, such as the Anchor Station in Ocean Beach, in every community experiencing homelessness. These solutions must be developed in partnership with neighborhoods so people can access care, housing navigation, and support close to where they are. I have also raised money for and supported the Veterans Village Fishing Trip for homeless veterans.
04
Environment
I will champion climate action and coastal resiliency by ensuring that San Diego funds and meets the goals of the Climate Action Plan. This includes expanding urban tree planting, investing in nature-based solutions, and protecting neighborhoods from climate impacts, guided by community voices and local expertise. I helped establish the Canon Street Pocket Park and will advocate for open spaces and coastal access.
05
Traffic Safety
I have partnered with neighbors and schools to advocate for the installation of crosswalks and stop signs to help reduce speeding and improve street safety. I have advocated for e-bike legislation and education. And I believe that improving road conditions is vital to ensuring the public’s safety.
Goals
Fighting for Coastal Communities, Affordable Housing, and Common-Sense Solutions
Sustainable Development with Community Input
Balancing housing needs with neighborhood character and coastal protection
Environmental Protection and Climate Action
Expanding urban forestry and ensuring San Diego meets its climate goals
Traffic Safety and Neighborhood Infrastructure
Addressing the everyday quality-of-life issues that first brought her into politics
Collaborative Governance Beyond Partisan Politics
Her commitment to working across political divides