I'm supporting Joan because she'll support policy that grows our local economy without damaging the desirable rural character of Santa Barbara, the character that draws all of us to live here and tourists to visit.
Joan has a record of supporting agriculture and responsible development while protecting the interests of Santa Barbara residents versus the desires of people who don’t live here.
Her opponent, on the other hand, aligns himself with the Central County Coalition (CCC) as an Executive Board member. The coalition was founded by a major Porter financial backer and has goals that include expansion of wedding, events, and party tourism in residential and rural neighborhoods.