Dear Neighbor,

I’m Carolina Chavez and I’m running for San Diego County Supervisor, District 1.

As Deputy Mayor of Chula Vista, I have seen firsthand the challenges our communities face. From economic insecurity to public safety concerns and the escalating homelessness crisis to the urgent need for equitable healthcare and attainable housing, I am ready to lead with bold, results-driven solutions that put our families and communities first.

Our district deserves leadership that delivers:

Pathways to Economic Prosperity: I will champion job creation, support small businesses, and expand workforce development. Together, we can foster innovation, build career pathways, and ensure every resident has access to opportunities for success.

Safe and Thriving Neighborhoods: Everyone deserves to feel secure in their home and community. I will ensure our law enforcement has the resources they need to keep our neighborhoods safe while fostering partnerships that prioritize safety and trust.

Comprehensive Approaches to Homelessness: We need to address homelessness with both compassion and urgency. My focus will be on expanding access to mental health care, substance abuse treatment, emergency shelter, and wraparound services while working with our cities and nonprofits to create housing options and job opportunities. By taking a humane approach, we can help people rebuild their lives, improve public safety, and restore dignity to our unhoused population.

Housing Attainability and Public Health: Every family deserves access to housing they can afford, regardless of income level, alongside quality healthcare, mental health services, and resources to address food insecurity—these are the foundations of stronger, healthier communities. As County Supervisor, I will also tackle the urgent public health crisis of transboundary pollution in the Tijuana River Valley by advocating for targeted funding and sustainable solutions that directly protect our environment and public health.

Our county is at a pivotal moment, grappling with a looming deficit. Now is the time for county government to act as a safety net—investing wisely in our communities, eliminating wasteful spending, and directing resources to improve the lives of residents.

This campaign is about building a brighter future for District 1—a future where every family has the tools to thrive, every business has the opportunity to grow, and every resident can live with dignity and security.

With your support, we can create a district that is safer, stronger, and more vibrant for generations to come.

Carolina Chavez

Candidate for San Diego County Supervisor, District 1