What Is Collaboration?

Collaboration simply means working together toward a common goal.

In Mariposa County, the five-member Board of Supervisors governs collectively. Most Board actions require at least three votes. The Board establishes policy, adopts the county budget, approves contracts and major expenditures, and enacts ordinances. Although individual supervisors can gather information, raise concerns, and advocate for their constituents, no supervisor can independently direct county employees or take action on behalf of the Board.

County CEO Joe Lynch serves as the bridge between the Board’s policy decisions and the county’s day-to-day operations. He carries out the Board’s direction, coordinates the work of county departments, develops budget and organizational recommendations, and communicates countywide priorities to department heads.

Therefore, a supervisor’s effectiveness depends on the ability to build productive relationships with the CEO, department heads, fellow supervisors, employees, and the public.

My opponent’s professional experience has primarily involved union advocacy, organizing, and collective bargaining. While that work serves an important purpose, it often involves representing one side in negotiations with management. The role of a county supervisor is broader. A supervisor must balance the interests of employees, taxpayers, department leaders, businesses, and residents while working cooperatively to find practical solutions.

Mariposa County needs a supervisor who can advocate firmly when necessary while still bringing people together, building consensus, and securing the votes needed to get results for the public. Whereas my experience in running a small business, developing treatment programs for the state of California and developing  business plans and logistics for a major local corporation gives me that experience! And more!

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I am that person and I have 50 years of experience to prove it!

I am your voice at the table.