For 50+ years, Petaluma has been my home – I’ve lived, worked, and raised my family here. My parents raised our family on a west Petaluma farm, and my late husband and I raised our three children on the east side of town. Today, my seven grandchildren all attend Petaluma schools.

 

As a retired preschool teacher, I’m committed to nurturing our children and building a brighter future for today’s residents and our next generation. As a longtime community leader, I’ve served in numerous capacities, including as Vice Mayor and a member of the Petaluma Parks and Recreation Commission, Petaluma Public Safety Advisory Committee, Sonoma County Homeless Coalition, and local nonprofit boards.

 

On the Petaluma City Council, we’ve doubled investments in parks maintenance, significantly increased funding for road repairs, and continue investing in community improvements. Looking ahead, I’m focused on protecting our local economy and mobile home residents while preserving agriculture, maintaining strong fiscal policies, improving streets and infrastructure, planning responsibly for the fairgrounds’ future, expanding recreational and housing opportunities, and ensuring our Police and Fire Departments have the resources they need.

 

I’ll continue to be accessible and work hard to represent every member of our community with integrity, experience, and dedication. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact me with any questions or concerns you may have at kpetersonnau@aol.com.

 

I respectfully ask for your vote to continue serving you on the Petaluma City Council.

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Sincerely,

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Councilmember Karen Nau

Petaluma City Council – District 3