I understand that the homeless issue in Las Vegas is at a 10-year high, a 56% increase over the previous three years, with causes that include income and housing affordability, unemployment, mental illness, substance abuse, and poverty. As your City Councilwoman, I want to continue to build on legislation that authorized $100 million to be matched with donations and investments from community organizations that offer services for the homeless; I pledge to continue this fight for housing and fair tenant reform by connecting those in need to mental health providers, legal assistance and job information. Without viable options like affordable housing and education, and safe and livable communities, this leaves many of our most vulnerable residents without resources and susceptible to homelessness.  And I will also push for creative solutions like enhanced community communication channels, enact better policies that affect police operations, and I will explore how technology can be utilized to facilitate crime reporting and safety information.

Creating Better-Paying Jobs That Support Families

Coming from a hard-working middle-class family, creating better-paying jobs that support families has always been one of my primary objectives. I will aid Las Vegas small and minority-owned businesses in gaining access to the $3.5 billion Bipartisan Infrastructure Law funds from the Biden-Harris administration to ensure local job creation, sustainable growth, and shared benefits for our community. I will work diligently to create opportunities by connecting business owners and entrepreneurs with potential community partners – helping them develop solid financial planning, streamline operations, and improve efficiency. A few of my strategies to help small businesses thrive include prioritizing local businesses when awarding city contracts, streamlining the permitting processes, creating a business-friendly environment with accessible resources and support systems, along with better community engagement.