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Hugo Garcia

Burien City Council - Position 1

Top Issues

Immigration Fight for the policies that keep our immigrant neighbors safe from harassment, harm, and family separation. Arts / Culture Support our libraries, museums, food safety agencies and public institutions to make it clear we believe in the law and the constitution. Housing Focusing on keeping Burien an affordable place to live for working class families, like mine. Economy Supporting local businesses to strengthen our local economy by fostering job creation, boosting economic activity, and generating revenue that stays within Burien. Housing Developing and supporting home preservation for elderly residents to assist them with aging at home in Burien. Social Services Investing in our own Public Works facility so we can save more money to keep our human and public safety services well funded. Infrastructure / Transportation Improving small residential neighborhoods by deploying more speed bumps and traffic calming resources. Wages / Job Benefits Continuing to advocate for fair wages that cover basic living expenses and provide economic security for workers. Infrastructure / Transportation Maintaining and updating aging roads, water, and sewer systems. Housing Improving and streamlining permitting as an incentive for developer-funded housing projects that prioritize multiple units.

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