Small Business Incentive Programs

Raised concerns about political mailers funded by developer-backed political action committees and developer influence on local elections and council decisions.

Praised recent improvements in city landscaping maintenance while criticizing past development decisions and developer influence on the city.

Asked whether the city has protections for farmland and hills, suggested a voter information forum for propositions, and encouraged PG&E to build another power plant.

Criticized downtown revitalization efforts, suggesting collaboration with the chamber and downtown business alliance to attract viable businesses and improve downtown drawing power.

Expressed support for downtown but argued that small business incentives and funding should be expanded citywide rather than favoring downtown property owners.