Why GRCAR for CVSan Director?
I am honored to present myself as a candidate for the Castro Valley Sanitary District, bringing a unique blend of scientific expertise and mathematical precision to address our community's needs. As a retired laboratory scientist and mathematician, I have dedicated my career to understanding complex systems, optimizing processes, and ensuring efficiency—skills that are directly applicable to the challenges we face in waste management.
Enhanced Technology for Waste Management: Our district stands at the cusp of a revolution in waste management. I propose leveraging cutting-edge technologies such as advanced waste-to-energy conversion, smart waste tracking systems, and AI-driven robotics. These innovations will not only make our waste management more efficient but also transform waste into valuable resources, reducing our environmental footprint.
Fiscal Responsibility: In these times, every dollar counts. My background in mathematics has honed my ability to analyze data, forecast trends, and manage budgets with meticulous care. I commit to fiscal responsibility by ensuring that every penny spent on our district's operations is justified, transparent, and aimed at long-term sustainability. This approach will not only save costs but also invest wisely in our future.
Environmental Stewardship: Our planet's health is paramount. I advocate for policies that enhance recycling, reduce landfill use, and promote sustainable practices. By implementing green technologies and practices, we can significantly decrease our carbon emissions and contribute positively to environmental conservation. My vision includes creating a model for other districts, where waste management becomes a cornerstone of environmental stewardship.
Community Engagement: The heart of any effective governance is its community. I believe in an open, transparent dialogue with residents. I will initiate regular town halls, community workshops, and educational programs to ensure that our district's policies reflect the needs and inputs of our community. Together, we can innovate, educate, and implement solutions that benefit us all.
I ask for your vote to lead the Castro Valley Sanitary District towards a future where technology, responsibility, and stewardship converge for the betterment of our community. Together, let's transform challenges into opportunities. Thank you for considering me for this important role.
Let’s Shake Up the CVSan Board
By Karen Robertson, Castro Valley
I am sure all of us have witnessed the new Castro Valley Sanitary District (CVSan) building being constructed on the corner of CV Blvd. and Center St. Amazing that a bedroom community like CV needs a sewer and garbage office that now looks larger than our own CV Library—make no mistake, you and I are paying for that huge building!
There are three new candidates vying for a seat on the CVSan Board, and it is time to elect NEW LEADERSHIP! The incumbents represent a total of 62 years on the board and have been unchallenged for many years. Unfortunately, there are no term limits, but maybe there should be. It is time to turn the page and welcome new community members with new ideas and new thinking! We need new open-minded board members from diverse backgrounds who bring their own new ideas. We need a new board who support community-friendly board meetings that welcome new thinking and a willingness to engage in dialogue with constituents that have ideas different from their own and/or different from CVSan management.
I speak from first-hand experience with the current board, and the feeling of being very unwelcomed at their meetings. The current board have a track record of rubber stamping the recommendations of CVSan management, and that is not always in the best interest of our community. I encourage you to join me in voting for three new candidates—Joseph Grcar, Kenneth Owen and Darshan Saini—to the CVSan Board, and let's shake up the CVSan Board a little for the betterment of our community.
