Juliette Gomez is driven to serve on the Milpitas City Council

With our local elections approaching, candidate Juliette Gomez has her eye on a seat on the Milpitas City Council. Driven by a passion for community service and a vision for bringing positive change to Milpitas, Gomez offers a fresh perspective from her purview outside of the City’s establishment. 

There are two seats open on the Milpitas City Council in this year’s election. Gomez is running against Dipak Awasthi, Evelyn Chua, Bill Chuan, William Lam, and Anu Nakka. 

Gomez’s decision to run for City Council stems from her desire to impact the community directly…

“I want to shape the future of Milpitas by communicating the needs of our residents and businesses,” she shared with The Beat.  

Her plan includes creating jobs through partnerships with unions and entrepreneurs while working with the City to streamline permitting and licensing processes. Above all, she is dedicated to ensuring safety and enhancing the quality of life for all Milpitians.

If elected, Gomez would focus on several priorities. First on her list is public safety:

“It is crucial to ensure that our police and fire services are adequately funded, well-equipped, and have enough officers to keep our community safe,” Gomez said. 

Gomez believes that maintaining clean and attractive public spaces is also essential, and as such she proposes updated parks, adequate street lighting, and the inclusion of public art to beautify the city.

Beyond safety and aesthetics, Gomez is also passionate about economic development. She envisions strong alliances with local businesses to advocate for tax incentives and credits for those that invest in the community and create jobs. Moreover, she aims to collaborate with the school board to ensure safe streets and invest in emergency preparedness programs for students, parents, and teachers.

Affordable housing is another critical issue for Gomez. She intends to listen to community concerns and collaborate closely with city and county officials to develop zoning strategies with developers. Additionally, she plans to invest in mental health awareness for the unhoused population, providing resources to help them access the assistance that they need.

Gomez feels that what sets her apart from the other candidates is her extensive experience in collaborating with Silicon Valley executives over the past 30 years. She understands the nuances of business needs and the importance of fostering partnerships among the City, community, and local organizations. “Partnerships are key,” she mentioned, highlighting her commitment to bridging gaps between businesses and the community through collaborative efforts.

Meanwhile, Gomez believes that her authenticity and transparency make her the ideal candidate for City Council. 

“I will advocate for what’s best for the community based on their input,” she said to The Beat. 

In addition to her political aspirations, Gomez has a rich history of community involvement. She has served on various city commissions and is currently Vice President of the Milpitas Chamber of Commerce. She has also dedicated herself to mentoring students and coaching youth sports, as well as raising scholarship funds for Milpitas High School students.

Gomez is also a published author, having written a book based on her experiences advocating for kindness, friendship, and standing up for one’s beliefs. “Can I Push You?” is inspired by a true story and reflects her commitment to promoting positive values within her community.

As she embarks on her campaign, Gomez is eager to hear from the voters. 

“I am dedicated, work hard, am authentic, and love to generate ideas for the betterment of projects and way of life,” she said.