FOR D5 SUPERVISOR
Deep Roots, Dedicated Leadership
Issues
FIRE PREVENTION & PREPAREDNESS
I have so much respect for the work already being done across Amador County—from our local fire agency (AFPD), to CAL FIRE, the Amador Fire Safe Council, and our many Firewise communities.
If elected, I’ll fight to bring more state funding and resources back to our county to build on that work, especially as it relates to helping our residents who need support creating defensible space.
I also want to strengthen our working relationship with CAL FIRE, taking advantage of funding available through California Climate Investments to get more off-season prevention work done in Amador County, which is our best chance to reduce risk before the fire season starts.
PUBLIC SAFETY
The safety and well-being of our residents—and those who serve them in local and county law enforcement—is a top priority for me, and it should be for anyone serving as your Supervisor.
Data shows that crime in Amador County is primarily driven by property crime and drug-related offenses, not violent crime, which means Amador County remains a safe place to live—and that is worth protecting.
Public safety extends well beyond the county Sheriff’s Department; it also encompasses the operation of the jail, the District Attorney’s Office, the courts, and probation. Together, these represent a significant portion of every California county’s budget, and Amador is no exception. That is why it is essential that your representative maintains strong working relationships with these agencies—and with the Sheriff, District Attorney, and judges you have elected—built on mutual accountability and respect.
ROADS
The roads in Amador County are failing—not just bad, but failing. If the failure of these roads creates access issues, impacts emergency services, and is beyond what the County of Amador can afford to repair, then I think we should be pushing for the type of funding the state reserves for an actual state of emergency.
I can appreciate the frustration this creates for our current Supervisor, as he has been in office for the past 19 years, during which time the deterioration has been the most significant. Frustration, however, is not a solution; blame is not a solution.
As your County Supervisor, I will fight to align state-funded infrastructure projects to meet our local needs. I will support our Public Works Department as they move past filling potholes to paving roads again.
BUDGETS & FUNDING
Amador County is currently facing a budget deficit of upwards of $4 million. Closing this gap in a way that protects public safety and creates a path to rebuilding our roads requires a real world understanding of budgets.
As your Supervisor I will work to shape a balanced budget, prioritizing community safety and our roads. Importantly I will focus on targeted economic development as a long-term solution. That means supporting business-friendly policies and putting our existing partnerships to better use with the Central Sierra Economic Development District, the Chamber of Commerce, tourism councils, recreation partners, and local stakeholders like the Amador wine industry to support and grow businesses, create jobs, and generate the sales tax revenue our county needs to move forward.
Slogans like “Keep Amador, Amador” are great, but they need to be more than a slogan. We need a plan to balance our budget and preserve our community.
DISTRICT 5 ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Did you know that District 5 represents voters in the outlying areas of Ione, Plymouth, Fiddletown, River Pines, Amador City, Sutter Creek, Volcano, and Pine Grove? The size and scope of this district mean that residents across District 5 face notably different issues depending on where they live.
Upcountry residents are rightfully focused on fire, fire insurance, fire prevention, and public safety. At lower elevations, concerns tend to center on land use, casino impacts, agricultural issues, and roads. Representing these different areas is one area where I believe our current Supervisor has fallen short. The lack of communication and representation across our district is something I hear about every day on the campaign trail.
If elected, I will establish a District 5 Advisory Committee and hold quarterly meetings with constituents to report on items before the Board of Supervisors and to ensure I understand and represent you on the issues that matter most to your community.
TERM LIMITS
I’m sure we can all agree that career politicians are not a good idea at the federal level, the state level, or the county level. If elected, I would work to establish term limits for our County Board of Supervisors because being elected isn’t meant to be a career. Let’s make way for the next generation, new energy, and a renewed commitment to finding solutions for our county’s challenges.
PRESERVING AMADOR COUNTY
As a third-generation native of Amador County, I share with so many of you a deep love for what makes our community special—our open spaces, charming downtowns, and rich history. Preserving these cherished parts of our way of life is incredibly important to me.
At the same time, our community faces increasing state mandates, regulations, and financial obligations, often handed down without consideration for our local capacity to meet them. These realities require us to find a balanced path forward—one that meets those obligations while protecting the character of the place we call home.
I also believe we have real opportunities to strengthen Amador County in ways that support a better, more sustainable quality of life for our residents without losing what makes this community unique.
I have spent my entire adult life serving on committees and boards, raising funds, and working hard to make meaningful improvements in our schools and community—from playgrounds and community gardens to historic preservation, honoring our veterans, and helping bring our cherished County Fair to life each year, showcasing what matters most to this community.
I am seeking the role of County Supervisor to build on that work and continue doing what I believe is vital: preserving our home and its way of life for future generations.