… Comparisons of District 1 and 2
A previous survey in District 2 indicated that community outreach was very important to 52.7% of those interviewed but over 70% had not even received information on Pacifica’s General Plan or redistricting.
In District 2, over 90% did not know they are in District 2 and did not have any basic District 2 census data. District 1 is:
– Very diverse, a majority non-white district.
– 31% tenants.
– Over 25% of households have lower incomes.
These groups historically have not voted regularly and their voices are under represented.
The District 1 Council seat was decided by just 14 votes.
Issues in District 2 that came up as most important (in no particular order):
Economic
Cost of living and economic recovery
Housing cost and homelessness
Infrastructure
Flooding/drainage, erosion, waste water
Street repair
Transportation
Environment and open space
Health and safety
Racial and social justice
.
District 2
Conclusions
– The most important issues to Pacificans are cost of living, economic recovery, environmental issues, open space protection and infrastructure issues.
– Every vote counts so outreach is important. We want greater voter participation.
Survey by Pacifica Housing 4 All and Pacifica Progressive Alliance.
All 5 Districts
