In July 2015, I was asked to do something I’ve never done before – join the staff of California Democrat State Senator Steve Glazer.
No, I did not change parties nor my philosophy of government. I made a conscious decision to once again serve part-time in government – as a key advisor in the community and on business and innovation.
The Tri-Valley / San Ramon Valley region is comprised of five cities and several unincorporated communities: Alamo, Danville, Diablo, San Ramon, Pleasanton, Dublin and Livermore. It is one of the fastest growing technology regions in the country, with a $42B GDP.
Having the opportunity to interact on behalf of a pragmatic elected official with local officials, business leaders, first responders, innovators and others who make our community great is both invigorating and rewarding.
Senator Glazer says, “bipartisan decisions are always better and longer lasting.” This is true at every level of government. The challenges facing the region in housing, transportation and public safety will continue to grow in scope. The only way to solve them is with sensible, pragmatic solutions that will help communities flourish. Listening to local decision makers rather than enacting state mandates is a good philosophy. I welcome the opportunity to serve once again.
“Several area residents have joined the staff of newly elected state Sen. Steve Glazer, who has named his staff both for his office at the Capitol in Sacramento and his 7th District office in Walnut Creek.
Walnut Creek-based staffers are senior field representatives, including:
- Judy Lloyd of Danville. The president of Altamont Strategies, Lloyd serves on the California Leadership Council for the National Federation of Independent Businesses and is a member of the Danville Area Chamber of Commerce. Lloyd served as a special assistant to U.S. Majority Leader Bob Dole from 1988 until 1992.”
Read the full article here at the Contra Costa Times.