Elisa Martinez for Mayor
A Committed, Proven Leader
About Elisa
Elisa has called Newark home for over 3 decades. She moved here after graduating from the University of California at Berkeley where she received a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology. She is a proud parent of a son and daughter, who were raised here and currently attend Newark Memorial and Ohlone Community College, respectively. For the past six years, she has had the privilege of serving as an elected official. Her journey began in 2018 when she was elected to the Newark USD Board of Education. During her tenure as President of the NUSD Board, Elisa presided over difficult meetings and discussions on how best to navigate a once in a century pandemic. In 2021, she was appointed and then re-elected, to the Ohlone Community College Board of Trustees where she currently holds the position of Vice-Chair.
As a UC Berkeley alumna, she takes pride in her accomplishments and her extensive experience as an Operations and Continuous Improvement leader. She understands the challenges that come with driving change. However, she is resolute in her belief that successful change can come about with a well-defined vision, accompanied by a cohesive and specific roadmap to get there. She is experienced and committed to bringing about the needed improvements our city needs, while promoting both fiscal responsibility and prioritizing our environment.
Elisa cherishes the small-town ambiance of our city. However, time has brought about significant changes. The demand for diverse housing options, outstanding education, comprehensive services, and environmental protection have become critically important for our residents. Unfortunately, Newark's progress in meeting these evolving priorities has been insufficient and untimely. As a consequence, many long-term residents have reluctantly chosen to leave, while those who remain often feel a disconnect between their expectations and the city's offerings.
Elisa is committed to being an active leader and advocate for all of residents as we find solutions to pressing issues together!
Paid for by Elisa Martinez for Newark Mayor 2024 | Newark, CA 94560 | FPPC #1473961
email: vote@elisamartinez.org