The North County Daily Star interviewed the two City Council Candidates for District 3. Both candidates were asked the same questions and the two videos contained in this article reflected their answers about the City of Vista.
Vista Council Member Katie Melendez was born and raised in Vista and attended Vista public schools. Her background includes service as an Americorp, social work, and volunteerism. She was elected in 2020 to represent Vista City Council in District 3 and has proven her commitment to fix infrastructure, protect our environment, fight for affordable housing, and more.
Katie is focused on local efforts to improve the quality of life and safety of Vista residents. She coordinates with community groups, neighbors, and local organizations to make progress on issues like homelessness and climate action.
Katie believes that the public deserves an elected representative who will work for them. She is an effective voice for progress on the Vista City Council and is proud to have fulfilled her promises to implement inclusionary housing, form community choice energy, improve public safety, and more.https://www.katiemelendezforvista.com/
Denisse Barragan, a proud Vista resident and business owner with deep roots in our community. I’m committed to making Vista an even better place to live and work. As the co-founder of a successful business, I understand the needs of our local economy and the importance of giving back. Honored as the Heroes of Vista 2023 Businessperson of the Year for my dedication to business and community, I serve on various boards including the Vista Education Foundation, Vista Chamber of Commerce, and Vista Historical Society, and volunteer with numerous local organizations
With your support, I’ll prioritize public safety, economic growth, infrastructure improvements, and addressing homelessness. As a lifelong resident of our district, I’ll be a strong voice for our community on the City Council.
https://barraganforvista.com/
