Ricardo's Vision for a Safer, More Affordable Santa Barbara County
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Affordability
Expand Affordable and Workforce Housing: Build more housing; champion mixed-income developments and prioritize projects that keep local workers and families housed in their communities.
Hold Negligent Landlords Accountable: Strengthen renter protections, ensure safe living conditions, and support fair enforcement of housing standards.
Expand Access to Quality Childcare: Partner with local providers to increase affordable childcare options and support working parents.
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Youth & Community Wellbeing
Support Immigrant Communities: Advocate for fair and humane immigration practices that protect workers and strengthen the county’s diverse economy. Ensure county resources are not utilized to collaborate with ICE.
Build a Strong Workforce Pipeline: Partner with schools, colleges, and employers to prepare youth for good-paying local jobs.
Advance Climate Resilience: Support renewable energy, water conservation, and local efforts to reduce wildfire risk.
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Economic Development & Jobs
Close the Income and Opportunity Gap: Promote policies that raise local wages, expand job training, ensure fair labor practices and make the cost of living more manageable for families and seniors.
Energy Transition & Jobs: Support a responsible transition to clean energy that creates good-paying jobs while protecting our environment and local economy.
Invest in Local Small Businesses: Expand access to capital, mentorship, and technical support — especially for veteran-, minority-, woman-, and immigrant-owned enterprises.
