Hello!

I'm Lydia Perez, and I'm running for Mayor of Lompoc because I believe in the power of community and the potential for positive change. As a proud Mexican American woman with deep roots and many connections in Santa Barbara County and the Lompoc Valley, I bring a unique perspective and a strong commitment to serving our diverse population.

Like many in Lompoc, I am the daughter of immigrant parents, from Sinaloa, who worked hard to build a better life for their family. I am bilingual, which allows me to connect deeply with our diverse community.

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I have two wonderful daughters: Madison, who is 11 years old and dreams of becoming an engineer and attending Stanford. Maddy loves playing chess, math, and all things books—she loves reading. Our youngest, Emma, is 3 years old and already knows she wants to be a police officer when she grows up, she keeps asking us for a blue uniform to wear. She’s our wild child, always keeping us on our toes with her love for slime, her sandbox, pictures, and the beach. My partner, Juan, whom I've known for 20 years, is an incredible source of support. He is a project manager for a local property management company in Goleta. In our downtime, you'll often find us enjoying the outdoors at Beattie Park, biking near River Bend Trail, fishing, enjoying the beach, hiking, camping, and exploring new places.

 

I currently work for People's Self Help Housing, a non profit organization that develops and manages affordable housing for those in need. I have worked in property management my entire adult life and I work hard to make sure our residents are connected with the community and have a safe living experience. Many of our clients are seniors and working families. During my time working in non-profit management, I have connected with our resident’s needs, while acquiring leadership skills, community engagement and outreach, financial management, regulatory compliance, strategic planning, and effective communication

Throughout my career, I have dedicated myself to serving others and advocating for progress. . I want to use these skills to serve our community as Lompoc’s next Mayor.

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I am committed to:

• fostering economic growth,
  enhancing public safety,
  addressing homelessness, and

• promoting environmental sustainability.

My background in nonprofit leadership and my roles on various boards have equipped me with the skills and insights needed to drive economic development, support local businesses, and create job opportunities. I am dedicated to making Lompoc a place where businesses can thrive, and residents can enjoy a high quality of life. Tackling the issue of homelessness is one of my top priorities. 

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Public safety is also a critical focus. I will work to ensure our police and fire departments are well-equipped to keep our community safe. I am passionate about improving co-response, and using all methods of de-escalation first. Supporting our first responders and ensuring they have the resources they need to protect our city and keep you safe.

 

Education and the future of Lompoc’s youth remain at the heart of my agenda.

I firmly believe that investing in our youth through education, after-school programs, extracurricular activities, and good jobs for our local residents can be the future for our community. By building a strong foundation we can ensure that our youth are well-prepared to succeed and contribute positively to our community.

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Working together we can create change together!