Esther Melendez-Lopez
About
Esther Melendez-Lopez's platform centers on economic vitality and community engagement, emphasizing job creation, the preservation of the arts, and a strong focus on local events. Her campaign prioritizes keeping opportunities and cultural programs within Nogales to support community growth.
Campaign promises (2)
- developmentEsther Melendez-Lopez aims to keep the arts and jobs in Nogales.
- transparencyEsther Melendez-Lopez focuses heavily on community events while also addressing other city needs.
Voice
- Meetings spoken in
- 11
- Total speaking time
- 18:00
- Avg per meeting
- 1:38
- Segments
- 424
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Top issues during term (6)(Public Safety)
Public Safety Operations Center (PSOC) Remodel
Fiber network extension costs $732,858 and the backup generator costs $149,800.50, funded through DEMA and DPS grants rather than the General Fund.
Youth Fire Safety Summer Camp
$2,500 funded through a South32 Community Investment Grant.
Santa Cruz Humane Society Support
In-kind department support not exceeding $1,500.
Appeals Commission Appointments
None.
Police Department Attrition and Compensation
High turnover costs estimated at $133,000 per officer lost.
Fuel Tank Replacement and Fleet Infrastructure
Utilizes previously budgeted funds of approximately $723,000, with expected cost savings on fuel and in-house surveying.
Decisions during term (0)
Recorded while Melendez-Lopez was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
No decisions found matching Public Safety.
Voting record (0)(Public Safety)
No votes found matching Public Safety.