Top Ten Reasons to Vote for Val Carpenter for Los Altos City Council

By Val Carpenter

"Val Carpenter has demonstrated her commitment to serving our community and her leadership in addressing complex issues for nearly five years. I think she'll make a positive difference and I'm delighted to endorse her for Los Altos City Council." David Casas, Mayor of Los Altos and former Los Altos School District Trustee

9. As a mother who raised her children here for the past 15 years, I understand the needs of families for outstanding schools, safe streets, nearby parks, and recreational programs for all ages.

8. As a Stanford MBA and owner of a small business based in town, I place a high priority on sound fiscal policies and a strong local economy.

7. As a business executive, I've been responsible for departmental budgets equivalent to the city's annual budget. I know how to set priorities and make tough trade-offs.

6. I actively seek out different points of view and bring people together to share their ideas.

5. I'm a good listener and a creative problem solver whose ideas are often adopted.

4. I break down complex issues into individual components, identify specific solutions for each, and build support to get them implemented.

3. I've earned a reputation for integrity.

2. I've demonstrated thoughtful leadership and dedicated commitment in addressing the complex issues our community faces.

1. My candidacy has received broad support. Current and former mayors, councilmen, and commissioners, as well as other community leaders and many local residents have endorsed me as their choice for Los Altos City Council.