Families and Community Wellbeing

I want Mountain View to be happy and healthy. I will support you with City Council policies that promote health and wellbeing.

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I call for childcare to be allowed throughout the city, except in hazardous areas. Childcare and Pre-K are essential for intellectual and social development, and we’re facing a significant provider shortage. Expanding childcare will help our families and strengthen the city’s economic vitality.

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We need to prioritize banning the sale of vapes and e-cigarettes in Mountain View. Vapes are particularly dangerous for kids and adolescents since their brains are still developing. Banning vapes is a second-tier priority on the City Council’s work plan right now. It’s a top priority for me.

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Laundry is essential to public health, and it’s getting increasingly expensive. One small load of laundry can cost $3.50 and a large load costs $7.00 or more. I advocate for the city to work with the Community Services Agency to implement a low-income laundry assistance program in partnership with our local laundromats. I also support continuing to fund vital services at Hope’s Corner and other impactful nonprofits.

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I want to hear from the community about how our facilities can be improved to attract a broader audience. The View Teen Center, the Senior Center, Library, Community Center and city celebrations are a critical part of city services. How can we invite more people to celebrate Earth Day, the 4th of July, or Lunar New Year?

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Initiatives such as Sister Cities, the Library’s History Corner, and the Library’s job training resources help us learn about our community and how we can make a worldwide impact. I will invest in these programs to help them grow and reach new audiences.

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Everyone should feel welcome to celebrate Mountain View and take advantage of our programs. I call for Mountain View to partner with disability rights organizations to ensure that city infrastructure, events and programs are accessible to neighbors of all abilities.

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Read more about my ideas around families and community wellbeing here.