- RCTC Representative
- RTA Representative
Biography
"I was elected in 2016 and re-elected in 2020. My family and I moved to Calimesa in 2006, raising 3 granddaughters. My 18 years employment with the Housing Authority City of Los Angeles and presidency of Rosemead Elementary School District has provided for my invaluable experience in governance. My focus remains unchanged, transportation, traffic and public transportation solutions, residential and commercial growth, affordable and specialty housing, and improve the City’s communication accessibility for residents and businesses with affordable technology. Is my goal to assist small businesses, improve our roads, and bring in local shopping and entertainment opportunities for families. My professional affiliations over the years include: 2023 Chair of the Riverside Transit Agency (RTA), current Commissioner with Riverside County Transportation Commission (RCTC), director for Southern California Association of Governments (SCAG), and elected President of the Riverside County Division of Cal Cities, all as a representative of the City of Calimesa and its residents. I support Veterans and participate as the former Chair of the committee that facilitates Memorial Day and Veterans Day events in Calimesa and Yucaipa respectively. My husband, USMC, recently passed away due to Agent Orange complications from the Viet Nam war. In support of his loyalty to this Country, I sit on the Board of Directors of the Riverside National Cemetery Support Committee. I am proud to represent the City of Calimesa and continue the hard work to bring prosperity and improve the quality of life for all residents."