Candidate Statement

Occupation: Licensed Professional Engineer
Education:  BS, MS Engineering

     Cupertino is threatened by traffic gridlock, crowded schools, housing affordability crisis, and environmental degradation.  The root cause is city government enabling overwhelming development.

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     I’m a champion for Democracy and Sensible Growth, keys to maintaining our quality of life. Using my professional skills, I have presented dozens of data driven analyses on development to the city that demonstrated failings in proposed mega developments. I’m a leader in the Better Cupertino grassroots organization of neighbors. Sensible Growth is crucial and balances the many aspects of our community.  

     We should not let developers’ interests dictate to us.  The incumbents seeking reelection continue advocating for massive density projects. And several other candidates were/are vocal supporters of massive overdevelopment at Vallco, now 22 story buildings.  

     I’m a 21-year Rancho Rinconada neighborhood resident. My wife and I are a middle-class family that works hard so our children can attend CUSD schools. My Father and Grandfather were veterans that taught me very strong ethics, the importance of Democracy, and to always do the right thing. Every vote I will cast will be for the majority.  I want to hear from you. On the Council I’ll serve you.

Sincerely,

Jon Robert Willey