Childcare Access

Spoke as the executive director of First 5 Fresno County in strong support of the new childcare commission and city investment in early childhood services.

Expressed support for the childcare commission on behalf of Fresno County Cradle to Career, highlighting childcare as a major workforce barrier.

Supported the childcare commission and emphasized the unique childcare challenges faced by agricultural and non-traditional shift workers.

Expressed strong support for the new child care commission and funding, highlighting child care as a critical economic and community issue.

Commended the council for establishing the commission, emphasizing that child care is a major barrier to workforce participation and family prosperity.

Supported the child care commission and noted the extreme need for non-traditional hours and agricultural worker child care solutions.