Statement of CHRISTINE McGUIRE, 
Candidate for County Supervisor, 2nd District
County of Santa Cruz

Occupation: Assistant District Attorney, Santa Cruz County/Lawyer/Author
Age: 48

Education and Qualifications:

I've been a practicing attorney and prosecutor for two decades. I'm a long-time resident of the 2nd Supervisorial District with a 15 year old daughter, and am married to Capitola Finance Director Richard Standridge. My commitment to public service includes: commissioner, County Domestic Violence Commission; Co-Chair, County Child Death Review Team; Board Member, County Bar Association and Womens Lawyers. I authored a New York Times best seller and five legal suspense novels. 

As Supervisor, I'll hold neighborhood "town hall" meetings; evening & weekend office hours; seek night Board meetings  use my Public Safety know-how to protect our Youth in their schools and neighborhoods  work with you to develop and implement Aptos, Corralitos & Seacliff Village/Community Plans  preserve & protect our natural resources and support cautious growth  work on a transportation plan that reduces traffic congestion 

I'll work as hard as your supervisor as I have as prosecutor. I'll seek out and listen to your opinions, then make thoughtful, well-reasoned decisions. I'll re-connect you to your government.