Priorities for Milpitas
Public Safety
Every resident deserves to feel safe in their neighborhood, at work, in our parks, and throughout our city. Milpitas is fortunate to have exceptional police officers, firefighters, and emergency personnel who serve our community with professionalism and dedication. They deserve our continued support through appropriate staffing, modern equipment, ongoing training, and innovative programs that improve public safety while using taxpayer dollars wisely. Keeping our community safe will always remain one of my highest priorities.
Housing is one of the greatest challenges facing every California community, including Milpitas. The State requires every city to plan for additional housing, and we must meet those responsibilities thoughtfully and responsibly. Smart growth means planning housing alongside the infrastructure that supports it—including transportation, parks, schools, utilities, and public safety.
We must also recognize that unnecessary costs and regulations often make housing less affordable. Our goal should be to expand housing opportunities while keeping homeownership and rental housing within reach for working families, young professionals, and seniors. Growth should strengthen our community and improve the quality of life for everyone who calls Milpitas home.
Housing and Smart Growth
Building a Strong Economy
A strong economy is the foundation of a strong community. Our small businesses are the backbone of Milpitas, and they deserve a city government that is responsive, supportive, and committed to helping them succeed. At the same time, we should actively attract innovative companies and quality employers that create good-paying jobs and strengthen our commercial tax base.
Expanding commercial investment helps generate the revenue needed to maintain excellent city services while reducing the financial burden on our residents. Economic growth should create opportunities for everyone while preserving the financial stability that has made Milpitas a great place to live and work.
As Mayor, I will work to strengthen Milpitas' voice throughout Silicon Valley and beyond. Strong relationships with neighboring cities, regional agencies, and our representatives in Sacramento and Washington, D.C., allow us to compete successfully for grants and outside funding that bring new resources into our community. Those partnerships help us improve infrastructure, transportation, public safety, parks, and other city services while protecting local taxpayers. Milpitas deserves to have a respected voice at every table where decisions affecting our future are made.
Strengthening Regional Partnerships
Transparent and Responsive
Government
Milpitas is fortunate to have talented city employees, dedicated commissioners, and countless volunteers who work every day to improve our community. Our residents deserve a city government that listens carefully, communicates openly, and earns public trust through transparency, accountability, and respect. Good government begins with honest conversations and meaningful community engagement. As Mayor, I will continue to encourage collaboration, welcome diverse viewpoints, and ensure residents have every opportunity to participate in decisions that shape our city's future.
Our city is on solid financial footing, and we must continue managing taxpayer dollars with care. Responsible budgeting, long-term planning, and sound financial policies allow us to maintain excellent services while preparing for future challenges. Every dollar entrusted to the city should be invested wisely, efficiently, and transparently. Strong fiscal management is essential to protecting the quality of life our residents expect and deserve.
Fiscal Responsibility
