Candidates’ Q&A #6 of 6

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In an effort to keep Gilroy voters informed, GGS has invited the 2024 candidates for Mayor and City Council to answer a series of questions on quality-of-life issues. Thank you all who participated, for your willingness to share your thoughts with our community!

QUESTION 6: Gilroy City Council has taken a position opposing the quarry at Sargent Ranch. How will you actively support this position at the county level?

ANSWERS:

  • A6: I would be a voice for the City of Gilroy, some say a spokesperson, to share the position of the Gilroy City Council.

    For more info from this candidate, visit: https://marieblankley.com/

  • A6: I don't think that the current plans for Sargent Ranch are a good fit for south county. I would advocate, at the county level, for a different use for the land such as a low impact recreation destination. I would collaborate with nearby cities that also oppose this project, as a source of strength and unity.

    For more info from this candidate, visit: https://www.gregbozzo4mayor.com/

  • A6: I am an active member of the protect Juristac Coalition. I used my network and relationships to get appointments for this coalition with our state and county leaders, and I led the effort to pass this resolution in Morgan Hill. I also actively participated in organizing folks from around the world to send comments into the county planning commission which has was successful in generating thousands of comments in favor of protecting the land at Juristac.

    For more info from this candidate, visit: https://www.rebeca4gilroy.com/

  • A6: I stand firmly with the Gilroy City Council in opposing the Sargent Ranch quarry. I’ve already written a letter expressing my opposition to the county. At the county level, I’ll actively support this stance by advocating for responsible land use and environmental protection. I would attend county meetings, collaborate with other local leaders, and engage the community to voice our concerns. Protecting our natural resources and preventing harmful development is crucial for the long-term well-being of Gilroy and its residents.

    For more info from this candidate, visit: https://www.stefanie4council.com/

  • A6: I had no knowledge of this plan or issue before reading this. Not even on my radar.  And, even if I had knowledge, the amount of information I see in just a cursory look  leads me to believe that, until such time as I would know it would come before the  council again, I doubt I would dig into it enough to render any valuable opinion as  there would be more pressing things requiring my attention on the council with more  immediacy. That said, if key issues in Gilroy require attention at the County level,  especially when it pertains to our independence as a city to make certain land use  decisions, I will be there, in person if necessary, to fight for the residents and their  will. 

    For more info from this candidate, visit: https://fugazzi.com/

Candidate ZACH HILTON responded, declining the invitation. Candidates KELLY RAMIREZ and FRED TOVAR did not respond.

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