BARBARA ON THE ISSUES
Why Vote for Me?
Experience - Nothing prepares you for being mayor better than doing the job. I have 4 years of experience as Mayor and 10 years as a City Council Member. I know what it takes and I'm up to the task. Click here to learn more.
Teamwork- The Mayor is one vote among 7 on the City Council. To get anything done, I have to work with my colleagues. I am proud to be endorsed by four of my Council colleagues. Together, are committed to keeping the City on track and moving Hayward forward. Collaboration - Through participation on numerous county and regional boards and commissions I have developed strong working relationships with fellow elected officials. This allows me to direct resources and support to Hayward for projects and programs that help our City.
Issues I Care About Housing - The Bay Area-wide housing crisis is hitting Hayward hard. I have lead the Council in taking actions to improve the situation in Hayward and we are in the process of exploring more steps to take. So far we have...
Budget - The current City Council has worked hard to tighten our belt. In the past several years we have:
Public Safety - This is the number one priority of local government, making sure our residents have a healthy and safe place to live.
Youth - Making Hayward a better place for our kids to grow and learn has always been important to me.
Environment - I am proud of Hayward's strong commitment to protecting our environment.
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In My Own Words...
Mayoral Debate on October 4, 2018
The following videos were taken at the Hayward Democratic Club's Forum. Candidates were limited to 30 second answers.
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