Running to Empower Small Businesses & Improve Oxnard's Infrastructure
"As a lifelong resident of Oxnard, I have had the privilege of raising my four children in this beautiful community. I am a veteran with strong sense of duty and commitment to serving others."
- Francine Castanon
Running to Empower Small Businesses & Improve Oxnard's Infrastructure
"As a lifelong resident of Oxnard, I have had the privilege of raising my four children in this beautiful community. I am a veteran with strong sense of duty and commitment to serving others."
- Francine Castanon
Running to Empower Small Businesses & Improve Oxnard's Infrastructure
"As a lifelong resident of Oxnard, I have had the privilege of raising my four children in this beautiful community. I am a veteran with strong sense of duty and commitment to serving others."
- Francine Castanon
Francine's Platform:
Support Small Business Owners
Francine would work to support small business owners by advocating for targeted and effective relief efforts, streamlining the process of opening a new business, and investing in resources and support for business owners.
Francine's Platform:
Improve Oxnard's Infrastructure
Francine would prioritize infrastructure improvements in the area, such as fixing roads, upgrading public transportation, and addressing issues of water quality and public safety.
Francine's Platform:
Support Our Veterans
As a veteran, Francine knows the issues local Veterans face first hand. Francine will work to support the Veteran community and their needs through programs and initiatives that provide necessary resources for individuals and their families.
Francine's Platform:
Solve Homelessness
Francine is a homeless advocate, if elected she would work to address homelessness in the community by supporting programs and initiatives that provide stable housing and access to necessary resources for individuals and families.
Francine's Endorsements
Francine's Endorsments
Supporting Small Business
Francine will provide solutions to boost small businesses, promote economic growth, and foster a diverse business community. Small businesses in South Oxnard like Mrs. Olson's, need support for growth and sustainability. Challenges include lack of foot traffic, high operating costs, and limited access to resources.
- Connect small business owners with resources, mentorship programs, and networking events.
- Facilitate access to small business loans to support growth and expansion.
- Provide educational opportunities to enhance entrepreneurial skills and knowledge.
- Advocate for robust support programs for small businesses affected by challenges like the pandemic.
- Streamline the process of opening new establishments by reducing bureaucratic hurdles.
- Identify and address barriers to entry, enabling faster and more efficient business launches.
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Improve Community Infrastructure
Francine proposes solutions to enhance community infrastructure and create a safer environment for residents. South Oxnard lacks essential services, impacting safety and livability. Inadequate public lighting, absence of sidewalks, poor road conditions, and unsanitary alleyways are pressing issues.
- Increase funding for sidewalk/street repair and construction.
- Prioritize areas lacking sidewalks to ensure safe pedestrian access.
- Promote the development of new sidewalks and bike lanes.
- Allocate a larger budget for road maintenance and repair.
- Establish a regular maintenance schedule to prevent worsening conditions.
- Collaborate with city council and stakeholders to prioritize road improvements.
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Supporting our Veterans
Francine aims to provide support and resources to prevent homelessness among veterans, focusing on affordable housing options and comprehensive services. Transitioning back to civilian life can be challenging for veterans, often leading to situations like homelessness.
- Increase support and resources to prevent homelessness among veterans.
- Implement proactive outreach programs to identify at-risk veterans.
- Provide preventive measures and targeted assistance to support veterans in maintaining stable housing.
- Advocate for specialized affordable housing options for veterans.
- Allocate funding to develop housing initiatives tailored to veterans' needs.
- Foster partnerships with housing agencies and organizations.
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Supporting our Homeless
Francine proposes actionable solutions to tackle homelessness and provide services and housing to our veterans. Homelessness is a complex issue affecting South Oxnard. Lack of affordable housing options and resources make it difficult for people to find stable living situations. Unsustainable conditions arise due to inadequate clean-up services.
- Increase funding for affordable housing options.
- Develop initiatives to provide stable housing for individuals and families.
- Collaborate with community organizations to expand access to affordable housing.
- Increase funding and coordination for garbage collection and street cleaning services.
- Establish regular cleaning schedules with the help of local businesses and residents.
- Develop programs addressing homelessness-related unsanitary conditions.
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