Candidate for
Director; Ambrose Recreation and Park District

As my children and I have been the beneficiaries of the advantages and opportunities this country has to offer, I feel strongly that I have a responsibility to "give back" by contributing my skills to the community in which I live. During the last four years, I have been privileged to serve as an Ambrose Recreation and Park District Board member. I am proud of what I have achieved on behalf of the children and families of this district.

During this period, I have focused on involving and communicating regularly with our Ambrose District citizens and families. Working with my fellow board directors and supporters, we have obtained millions in funds from the county, the state, East Bay Regional Park District and the City of Pittsburg to expand services to the people of the district.

• I fought successfully to secure $1.7 million for the improvement of our largest park + Ambrose Park.
• I pushed for more programs at the Recreation Center that benefit youth, adults and seniors.
• I fought successfully for waterfront access and the completion of the long-awaited Bay Point Shoreline Park, and worked hard to obtain millions of additional funding for this project.
• I led in the advocacy for a dedicated bike and walking trail in East Contra Costa County, and helped obtain $4.5 million for the construction of Great California Delta Trail to be started in Bay Point.
• I organized the Bay Point Spring Derby (Parade and Festival). For the past three years, this event has brought together local businesses and thousands of our residents to celebrate the diverse cultures of our community. It is scheduled on Memorial Day with a special ceremony to commemorate the sacrifices of our veterans.
• As the president of the Bay Point Garden Club over the past 5 years, I led in the efforts to create the Ambrose Community Garden. The garden encourages residents to plant their own produce and share the abundance of the land with neighbors. We also do beautification projects that enhance the community.

I am proud and happy to have been able to bring about these positive changes for the district I represent. It has been a pleasure to encourage and guide the creation of effective partnerships with many civic groups, public agencies, and businesses in our community. Of course, there is always more to be done. I would be honored to receive your support for the ongoing work of building and improving our community parks and recreational facilities.