Karla’s

Ballot

Statement 

FOR MAYOR OF PLEASANTON

 

KARLA BROWN

OCCUPATION: COUNCILMEMBER/BUSINESS WOMAN

 

As your mayor, I will apply my experience as vice mayor, councilmember, and business manager to lead Pleasanton as we restore our health and rebuild our economy.  I will continue to be your voice as a mayor with integrity, common sense, and independence.  My campaign pledges: (1) I will not accept campaign donations from builders or developers that often aim to buy influence for their projects.  However, I will meet to discuss or improve a project. (2) I support “Slow and Smart Growth” policies that shaped Pleasanton, lowered traffic, and eased school overcrowding.  Negative impacts from state-required housing must be minimized.  (3)  I will continue to protect scenic ridgelines, clean air, and safe drinking water. (4) Pleasanton’s “heart” is our historic downtown. I will not support multi-story housing replacing restaurants or shops downtown. (5) Safety is critical to our quality of life. We must retain outstanding police officers while adding vital mental health professionals. I am a 20+ year resident representing Pleasanton on 12 local boards and committees. Previously, I volunteered for PUSD schools, Rage soccer, Tri-Valley Conservancy, cancer recovery programs and more.  Working together, we are a winning team for Pleasanton.  www.Vote4Karla.com