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I led North Long Beach’s first major rezoning in 30 years, unlocking space for affordable housing and new amenities. Already, we’ve delivered 84 townhomes, advanced a 200-unit affordable housing campus, and created new student housing for LBCC families. I’ll keep driving smart, equitable growth while protecting families from displacement.

I’ve helped more than 2,900 North Long Beach businesses connect to city resources, launched Small Business Walks to bring support directly to storefronts, and opened new businesses like El Super and Chuze Fitness. In my next term, I’ll keep strengthening our corridors, supporting micro-businesses, and making North Long Beach a hub for jobs and opportunity.

I’ve secured $1.1 million for violence prevention, built pickleball courts and playground upgrades at Ramona and DeForest Parks, and won nearly $10 million to build a greenbelt along the 91 freeway. My next term will focus on delivering new signature playgrounds, expanding green infrastructure, and making our neighborhoods healthier and safer.

For the first time in seven years, homelessness in Long Beach is down. I’ve helped expand shelters, launched a Safe Parking Program, added modular housing, and secured homes for 570+ residents through vouchers. My priority now is scaling permanent supportive housing and mental health services to keep people stably housed.

As Chair of the Budget Oversight Committee, I led the most transparent budget process in city history, including evening hearings so every resident could participate. I’ve also modernized services through Go Long Beach reports and driving assessments. I’ll continue ensuring taxpayer dollars are used efficiently and equitably in every neighborhood.

District 9 residents live with the impacts of the 710 and 91 freeways, some of the worst pollution in Long Beach. That’s why I’ve championed cool pavement projects, tree canopy growth, and clean air initiatives at the Port. I’ll keep leading on clean energy, green jobs, and environmental justice so our families can thrive.