Candidate for
Council Member; City of Menlo Park

• Background - My grandparents purchased their Menlo Park home in the 1950s, and my mother attended Menlo Park public schools. In 1996, my husband and I purchased our home in Menlo Park, and our children also attend Menlo Park public schools. I have had my own law practice in the County for 16 years.

• Proven Track Record - I have over 14 years of civic service, including 6 years on the Menlo Park Planning Commission. I was appointed to the Planning Commission in 2004 by Jellins, Duboc and Winkler, and reappointed in 2008 by Fergusson, Cline and Robinson. I make decisions based on principles that benefit the entire community. I have worked with fellow Commissioners on difficult issues, striving for a fact-oriented and fair outcome.

• Responsible Growth - We need to continue working on the El Camino Real Downtown Specific Plan to revitalize the area. We must increase revenue from all areas of Menlo Park.

• Fiscal Responsibility - We must balance the budget by cutting spending. We cannot tax our way out of this problem and we will need to make some difficult cuts. I support Measure L, Pension Reform, as a way to cut back on unsustainable pension obligations.

• Strong Leadership - I will work tirelessly to protect the interests of Menlo Park residents regarding high speed rail issues.