Sylvia Lemus

Infrastructure / Transportation As a candidate for Supervisor, Sylvia Lemus is committed to ensuring a reliable, sustainable, and affordable water supply by supporting science-based decision-making, regional collaboration, and forward-looking investments that prepare Sonoma County for future climate and water challenges. She will do so while working hard to stabilize rates, particularly in areas like Penngrove, which have above-average rates for water and wastewater treatment systems. Economy Sylvia will work to preserve the Right to Farm, protect local sources of food, and keep scenic farmland spanning Southern Sonoma County protected from the threat of future development. Infrastructure / Transportation Sylvia won’t let up on repairing and repaving our roads and infrastructure, knowing we must continue to sustain investments to achieve the goals set forth in the County’s Long-Term Roads Plan, while looking at more rural residential roads and ways to begin resurfacing many roads and streets that haven’t recently or ever been repaved in the years ahead. Environment / Energy Sylvia is a strong proponent of developing a regional Geothermal Opportunity Zone, recognizing its potential to provide long-term, reliable, and affordable clean energy while positioning Sonoma County as a leader in addressing the global climate crisis. Environment / Energy Sylvia is committed to protecting Sonoma County’s diverse landscapes, from open space and coastlines to parks and recreational areas, ensuring they remain accessible and thriving for future generations. Environment / Energy She supports efforts to reduce energy costs for residents while accelerating the transition to renewable energy.