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— May 19, 2022 League of Women Voters of the Mother Lode
This Candidate forum was held on May 12, 2022. It features three of the four candidates fot the two open seats on the Sonora City Council: Suzanne Cruz, Darren Duez, and Andy Merrill. Kurt Bryant had accepted the invitation to the forum, but regretably had to cancel due to illness. The League of Women Voters of the Mother Lode sponsored the debate and provided the moderator, past League President, Leonides Russell.
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My Top 3 Priorities
Mental health is/has been lacking in our community for a number of years. It's time we stop doing the same thing over and over, thinking it will get a different outcome.
Budget, Our budget is very close to insolvency. We need to do better
Public Safety, we have to provide a safe secure community
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My Top 3 Priorities
Fire fuel reduction: allocate funding towards curbside fuel pick ups
Support downtown business: Advertise more with Visit Tuolumne County, more downtown events for families
Volunteerism: by being a local leader who actively motivates others to serve
Experience
Experience
Profession:Teacher's Aide
Teacher's Aide, Soulsbyville Elementary School (2021–current)
Biography
Community service has been at the forefront of my career goals, here's a list of some of my local roles.
Kitchen Aide at Sierra Senior Providers (Senior Center) 4 years
Teacher's Aide at Soulsbyville Elementary School. This will be my first year.
On my own time I have worked a wide spread of side jobs and volunteer roles.
Sonora Police Explorer/Community Service Volunteer. (I attained the Robert Billings II Explorer of the Year Award)
Sonora City Historical Archives
The Sonora Odd Fellows(voted president for two years in a row)
The Righturn Club
One Pile at a Time
Basic tree work on my own for the last six years.
I have attended almost every city council meeting since August 2016 as well.
All being said, I deeply believe that actions speak louder than words. I continue to serve with a greater purpose to ensure the best possible outcome for this community.
Political Beliefs
Political Philosophy
I am non-partisan. Being that we're in a small town, all voices have to be heard. City Council is a nonpartisan position, so I strongly believe that our representatives need a Sonora first approach to their decision making. Albeit, partisan ideals flow from both parties, in city council I want to listen to both sides and create the best possible solution for everyone. I have kept away from close affiliations with either central committee, yet have gone to great lengths to converse with as many residents possible over my candidacy.
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My Top 3 Priorities
Bring Government back to its proper role- Free Markets- Reduce Over Regulation
Bring Government back to its proper role-Limited Government Interference
Bring Government back to its proper role- Individual Liberty and Personal Responsibility
Experience
Biography
B.S in Public Administration
Phi-Theta- Kappa Graduatate in Leadership
Law Enforcement Officer 13 years
Business Consultant
Leadership Institute Graduate
Political Beliefs
Political Philosophy
I am unwavering in my commitment to free enterprise, limited government, strong national defense, and traditional values.
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