About Anu Nakka
Why Am I Running for the City Council?
Having spent more than 23 years in Milpitas, the only city I have known since immigrating to the United States, I have dedicated over 12 years to volunteering in various community organizations such as PTA/PTSA, Language School, the City Chamber of Commerce, and Rotary Clubs. In 2022, I was honored to be elected to the Milpitas Unified School Board. This extensive involvement has compelled me to step up and serve the city at the council level.
With my experience, expertise and education, I believe at a City level, I can better serve the community as a whole. My campaign is built on CARING for our community.
What do I mean by CARES :
- I am Committed to public safety and security. I have been an integral part of the Community Emergency Response Team for Milpitas city. I will advocate to push and incorporate latest technologies.
- I would like to Address and help unhoused residents of our community, working with Santa Clara County and our elected officials at State and Federal levels.
- I will work towards Responsible housing development for our city
- I will strive towards Economic development of our city, by attracting more large and small businesses to our city, thus helping City with tax revenues, Residents and School Board through Internships, skill development and jobs for our High School and Adult Education graduates.
- I would like to help provide Sustainable Quality of Life for every resident of our community by improving City’s infrastructure, Graffiti removal, Lighting, Traffic issues, etc..
Armed with a multifaceted background spanning technology, finance, and community involvement, I am dedicated to fostering an atmosphere of openness and transparency within the council. I am confident that my diverse experience will inject fresh perspectives and drive meaningful progress in our city’s governance.
What Will Be My Priorities when I Get Elected?
If entrusted with the responsibility of being a council member, my focus will be, in no particular order:
- Identify Opportunities for Business Attraction: Bring more businesses to Milpitas, benefiting both the city and its residents.
- Expand Affordable Housing: Provide more housing opportunities for our teachers, first responders, and other community members.
- Promote Collaborative Communication: Foster heightened civic engagement with our communities.
- Address Lingering Infrastructure Challenges: Prioritize comprehensive infrastructure improvements.
- Ensure Safety, Sustainability, and Security: Create a safe, sustainable, and secure environment for all residents.
In addition I would be accountable and answerable to the residents of this great City by being responsive and responsible representative. I would make sure input from the community is paramount for all our decisions and would like to make it easy for you to reach me with your ideas and concerns.
Our city has great potential, and with thoughtful planning and collaboration, we can achieve remarkable things. I will prioritize economic development, support small businesses, and invest in our local schools and public services. Together, we can create a thriving, sustainable future for Milpitas.
My Experience and Contributions
I have dedicated myself to public service and community engagement, starting with being in PTA/PTSAs, Rotary, Girl Scouts, Chamber of Commerce, language school among others. I am proud to be the first Indian American, first-generation women of color, elected to the public office in Milpitas. I am currently serving as an elected trustee at Milpitas Unified School District. In 2022, I chaired the Measure E campaign, that successfully passed and brought in over $12 million dollars to fund STEM programs for our school district. For the last two years I have worked to address the needs of our students, advocating for better public services, improved infrastructure, and more services for our students, including being part of the wonderful start of our Innovation Campus. Engaging in high-level conferences, interfacing with legislators, and participating in pioneering projects like our innovation campus broadened my horizons and equipped me with invaluable insights for effective governance.
Additionally, my volunteer work with the City Chamber of Commerce and Rotary clubs over the past few years has provided excellent opportunities to collaborate with businesses, undertake service projects, and engage with the broader Milpitas Community.
This journey has taught me pivotal lessons that will serve me well on the council:
- Cultivating Open and Transparent Communications: Bringing alignment among diverse stakeholders.
- Embracing a Culture of Continuous Learning: Always striving to improve and adapt.
- Championing Safety, Sustainability, and Security: Ensuring these core values are upheld in all city initiatives.
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