1. Build safer cleaner neighborhoods.
Our community deserves to be a place where every resident feels secure, proud, and connected.
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Enhance Public Safety – Strengthen partnerships between law enforcement, community organizations, and residents to prevent crime, improve emergency response, and foster trust.
Keep Our Streets Clean – Expand litter removal, graffiti abatement, and illegal dumping prevention programs to ensure our public spaces are welcoming and well-maintained.
Invest in Public Spaces – Improve lighting, sidewalks, parks, and green spaces to create vibrant, walkable neighborhoods where families can thrive.
Empower the Community – Support neighborhood watch programs, volunteer clean-up events, and local initiatives that give residents a direct role in shaping a safer, cleaner future.
2. Housing
Safe, affordable, and accessible housing is the foundation of a thriving community. Every resident deserves the opportunity to live in a stable home, regardless of income or background.
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Expand Affordable Housing Options – Partner with developers, nonprofits, and state programs to increase the supply of quality, affordable homes for working families, seniors, and first-time buyers.
Protect Existing Neighborhoods – Support policies that prevent displacement, preserve historic character, and maintain the affordability of existing housing stock. [i.e. rent control; vacancy control]
Address Homelessness with Compassion and Solutions – Invest in supportive housing, mental health services, and job training programs to help individuals transition from homelessness to stability.
Promote Smart Growth – Encourage mixed-use, transit-friendly developments that reduce commute times, protect open space, and strengthen local economies.
3. Downtown Revitalization
Our downtown is more than just a place—it’s the heart of our community. Revitalizing it means creating a vibrant, safe, and welcoming space where residents, visitors, and businesses can thrive.
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Boost Local Business Growth- Support small businesses with streamlined permitting, targeted grants, and events that draw foot traffic year-round.
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Enhance Safety & Cleanliness- Increase visible community policing, improve lighting, and expand street cleaning and beautification efforts to ensure downtown feels safe and inviting for everyone.
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Activate Public Spaces- Transform underused areas into lively gathering spots with art installations, live performances, and seasonal markets that celebrate our city’s culture.
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Expand Housing & Mixed-Use Development- Encourage mixed-income housing and adaptive reuse of vacant buildings to bring more residents downtown, creating a 24/7 neighborhood atmosphere.
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