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Christopher

Oct 141 min read

Conversations In The Community

Hey Neighbors, I wanted to express my gratitude for the wonderful gathering at Boulder Creek Pizza and Pub yesterday. It was a pleasure...

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A Realistic Approach to Santa Cruz County's Budget: Needs vs. Wants

Christopher

Oct 93 min read

A Realistic Approach to Santa Cruz County's Budget: Needs vs. Wants

Hello Neighbors! As a candidate for 5th District County Supervisor, I believe it's crucial to address one of the most pressing issues...

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Choosing Progress: How My Housing Policies Contrast with My Opponent's Views

Christopher

Oct 71 min read

Choosing Progress: How My Housing Policies Contrast with My Opponent's Views

Hello Neighbors, As we near the end of this election cycle, it's crucial that we continue discussing the key issues facing our district...

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Great Time Connecting With Mountain Charlie Community

Christopher

Sep 241 min read

Great Time Connecting With Mountain Charlie Community

Hello Neighbors! Sunday I attended a meet and greet on Mountain Charlie Road, organized by some wonderful supporters. This community has...

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Great Debate Night! And A Critical Follow-Up on Mountain Community Concerns

Christopher

Sep 193 min read

Great Debate Night! And A Critical Follow-Up on Mountain Community Concerns

Hello Neighbors! Last night was the debate between myself and Ms. Martinez at the Felton Community Hall. First, I would like to thank...

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Culverts: The Unsung Heroes of Santa Cruz County's Winter Preparedness

Christopher

Sep 162 min read

Culverts: The Unsung Heroes of Santa Cruz County's Winter Preparedness

Dear Neighbors, As the cool fog rolls in and the leaves begin to turn, I'm reminded of the changing seasons and the challenges they bring...

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Critical Conversations: Big Basin Water and SLVWD

Christopher

Sep 81 min read

Critical Conversations: Big Basin Water and SLVWD

Hey Neighbors, I attended the SLVWD board meeting last Thursday and on the agenda was on the Big Basin Water Company (BBWC)...

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Co-ops as a Community Solution: My Commitment to Affordable Childcare in the 5th District

Christopher

Sep 42 min read

Co-ops as a Community Solution: My Commitment to Affordable Childcare in the 5th District

Hello Neighbor, One of the most pressing concerns I hear from people across this district is the high cost of living, particularly when...

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Mapping Our Safety: The Complexities of Mountain Evacuation Planning

Christopher

Sep 12 min read

Mapping Our Safety: The Complexities of Mountain Evacuation Planning

In District 5, where the beauty of our forested landscape intertwines with the ever-present risk of wildfires, having a robust and...

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Mountain Charlie Road: A Community's Fight for Safety and Access

Christopher

Aug 242 min read

Mountain Charlie Road: A Community's Fight for Safety and Access

Hey Neighbor, Today I visited supporters severely impacted by the Mountain Charlie Road collapse. We had some great conversation about...

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From Evacuation to Election: A Fire Survivor's Mission for Change

Christopher

Aug 182 min read

From Evacuation to Election: A Fire Survivor's Mission for Change

Dear Neighbors, The somber anniversaries that mark the CZU Lightning Complex fires have begun and I find myself reflecting on the...

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Connecting with Our Community: From Local Gatherings to National Night Out

Christopher

Aug 72 min read

Connecting with Our Community: From Local Gatherings to National Night Out

Hey Neighbors! This past weekend I attended the Democratic Club of North Santa Cruz County 's summer fundraiser at Heavenly Cafe in...

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Building Costs and Regulation: Twin Hurdles in Santa Cruz County Housing

Christopher

Aug 12 min read

Building Costs and Regulation: Twin Hurdles in Santa Cruz County Housing

An issue that is on the minds of many in our district and our county is housing. Last night I attended a forum hosted by Lookout and the...

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Fire Prevention: A Key Issue in Our District and County

Christopher

Jul 222 min read

Fire Prevention: A Key Issue in Our District and County

Hey Neighbors, This weekend I attended two important events in our area: The WUI Housing and Habitat Community Resource Fair in Boulder...

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Christopher

Jul 41 min read

Happy 4th Of July!

Hey Neighbors! What an incredible Fourth of July we had! The parades in Boulder Creek and Scotts Valley were a celebration of our...

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From Firewise Events to Policy Decisions: Shaping Fire Safety in the 5th District

Christopher

Jul 12 min read

From Firewise Events to Policy Decisions: Shaping Fire Safety in the 5th District

Hey Neighbor, Fire season is officially upon us, and as a candidate for 5th District Supervisor, I want to address this critical issue...

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Christopher

Jun 242 min read

Cookout Was A Smash Success

Hello Neighbors! Yesterday was our cookout at Hallcrest Vineyards and it could not have gone better. We had a terrific showing of...

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Proposed Low Impact Camping Area And Fire Risk For Our Community

Christopher

Jun 243 min read

Proposed Low Impact Camping Area And Fire Risk For Our Community

Hey Neighbors, As your candidate for 5th District Supervisor, I feel compelled to speak out against the proposed Low-Impact Camping Area...

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Christopher

Jun 112 min read

Grand Jury Report On Our Roads

Mountain Charlie Road Los Gatos, CA photo cred: E. Bieber Hey Neighbors, I want to bring your attention to a recent Grand Jury report on...

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Christopher

May 312 min read

The Budget And Our Roads

Hey Neighbors, Last week the Board of Supervisors had the budget hearings, and one of the areas of particular concern was our road repair...

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