Candidate for
Council Member; City of Lafayette

My name is: Yolanda Vega

My age is:

My occupation is: Transit Project Coordinator

Education and Qualifications:

MBA, Transportation Management Consultant

It has been my heart's desire to serve our community as a Council Member. Over the course of 20 years, I held and served in leadership roles in various local organizations in order to prepare myself for the range of issues that affect the well being of our city.

My experience: Former Chair, Youth Council, Contra Costa Workforce Development Board;

Committee Member, Business Development; Two-time President, Graduate School of Business Alumni Board, St. Mary's; Co-Chair; City of Lafayette Communications Committee; Chair, Circulation (Transportation) Commission Citizen Advisory Committee - Transportation Authority; Construction Management Facilitator - Transit Organization.

I am described by my colleagues and associates as: a good listener who hears and responds to concerns, effective leader who encourages all groups to participate in decision making, and very comfortable with a diverse group of people and organizations.

I am a Gold Star Mom who formed a local chapter to work with local and national groups that recognize the sacrifices our community has made and upholds our community's values of family life, education, and career opportunities. The City of Lafayette does not stand alone. We can partner with our neighbors to cooperate and learn from each other's endeavors.

On this Election Day, I ask that you vote for me. Be by my side to support you.