I have A PLAN....AND ITS ROOTED IN EXPERIENCE
Protecting Our Communities
Protecting Our Communities
Protecting Our Communities
This is MY plan once I am elected to the Tulare County Board of Supervisors
By Rudy Mendoza
Candidate for Tulare County Supervisor, District 4
Public Safety, Accountability, and Empowered Communities
1. Community Councils for Unincorporated Areas
Once elected, my first priority will be strengthening public safety in our unincorporated communities — not with one-size-fits-all solutions, but with local leadership and accountability.
I will establish Community Councils in unincorporated areas, designed to give residents a real, empowered voice in identifying problems and shaping solutions. These councils will include:
- Community members
- Local youth representatives
- Law enforcement
- Educators
- Members of the local business community
- County staff where appropriate
The goal is simple: regular, structured collaboration, not crisis-driven reactions.
These councils will meet every month during the first year, or more frequently if conditions require. Meetings will be public, agenda-driven, and outcome-focused — not political theater.
2. From Reaction to Prevention
For too long, response has been mostly reactive. We respond after violence, after crime spikes, afterfamilies feel unsafe. That era needs to end.
Community Councils will:
- Identify specific issues such as unsafe neighborhoods, shootings, gang violence, thefts, assaults and other criminal behaviors occurring in their respective communities.
- As a unit, will establish attainable, measurable goals
- Track progress through clear metrics and publicize these metrics in order to maintain focus
- Hold all parties accountable for follow-through
This model works. We’ve seen success in Woodlake and across the Valley when communities, law enforcement, and local leadership work together with clear expectations and accountability. I intend to apply what has already proven effective.
Public safety is not just enforcement — it’s resources, programs, and prevention, so our children can feel safe in their own neighborhoods.
3. Youth Inclusion as a Safety Strategy
Youth will not be an afterthought. By including local youth in Community Councils, we:
- Build trust early
- Create ownership and responsibility
- Address problems before they escalate
Safe communities are built with young people, not just around them.
4. Accountability for Appointments and Boards
As Supervisor, I will treat appointments seriously. Appointments to boards and commissions will be based on qualification, ability, and willingness to serve — not seniority, politics, or convenience. Every appointment I make will require:
- A clear understanding of responsibilities
- Demonstrated performance
- Accountability to the people being served
Those who have sat on boards or commissions for years without producing value should not expect automatic reappointment. Service is not a lifetime title — it is a responsibility.
If performance is not demonstrated, I will make changes.
Closing Principle
This plan is about structure, follow-through, and results. This plan is NOT about creating meetings for the sake of meeting. This plan is NOT another broken promises. This plan is NOT politics without accountability.
This plan, MY plan is about substance. It’s about building safer communities — intentionally, transparently, and together.
Want to learn more? Stay connected in order to learn more about MY plan. Call me anytime at (559) 303-4860. Or email me at rudy@rudyforsupervisor.com
Strengthening Our Economy
Protecting Our Communities
Protecting Our Communities
A Practical, Proven Plan for Economic Development in Tulare County
By Rudy Mendoza, Candidate for County Supervisor District 4
Economic development is not a theory to me—it’s work I’ve done for decades. I am a longtime small business owner, someone who understands firsthand what it takes to start a business, meet payroll, navigate regulations, and make long-term investments. I have also had the privilege of serving on Tulare County’s Economic Development Corporation, working directly on efforts to attract and retain businesses in our region.
In addition, I have been involved in bringing economic activity to smaller communities like the City of Woodlake, where even modest projects can have a meaningful impact on jobs, services, and quality of life.
Today, I also serve as Chairman of the Board of Directors for the Tulare County Association of Governments (TCAG). In that role, our agency has delivered more than $1 billion in transportation projects across the county. The economic impact of these investments—improved mobility, access to jobs, faster goods movement, and long-term competitiveness—is incalculable.
That experience shapes my approach. I’m not speaking in the abstract. I’m focused on what works.
Tulare County’s Opportunity
Tulare County has real, tangible strengths:
- A strong agricultural foundation that feeds the nation
- A strategic location along Highway 99 and regional trade corridors
- A young, capable workforce
- A lower cost of living than much of California
- Available land, particularly in rural and unincorporated communities
- Major transportation investments already in place and underway
The question is not whether Tulare County can grow—it’s whether we are prepared to grow smartly and sustainably for the future.
My Approach to Economic Development
1. Make Tulare County the easiest place in California to do business
As a small business owner, I know that uncertainty and delay can kill good projects.
As Supervisor, I will:
- Strengthen fast-track permitting and predictable timelines
- Advocate for a single point of contact for major projects
- Reduce unnecessary red tape while protecting public safety and agriculture
When businesses choose Tulare County, they should know the rules, the process, and the timeline.
2. Put rural and unincorporated communities at the center of growth. Some of our greatest opportunities actually lie outside city limits.
I will:
- Promote responsible development in unincorporated areas, where costs and fees are lower
- Support targeted infrastructure investments that unlock job creation
- Help prepare and market ready-to-build sites near highways and services
Economic development should reach every corner of the county, not just the largest population centers.
3. Build on agriculture—while preparing for what’s next
Agriculture will always be a cornerstone of Tulare County’s economy. But we must also prepare for a changing future. In addition to value-added agriculture, I will work to attract:
- Food processing, packaging, and cold storage
- Logistics, warehousing, and distribution
- Manufacturing and industrial operations
- Clean and renewable energy projects
- Technology-enabled businesses and support services
- Healthcare, education, and professional services
A diversified economy means greater stability, better wages, and resilience during economic downturns.
4. Use transportation investment as an economic development tool. Infrastructure drives opportunity.
As Chairman of TCAG, I have helped oversee the delivery of over $1 billion in transportation projects—projects that improve safety, reduce congestion, support commerce, and connect workers to jobs.
As Supervisor, I will:
- Align transportation planning with economic development goals
- Leverage existing and future infrastructure to attract employers
- Ensure rural communities benefit from regional investments
- Support projects that improve goods movement and workforce access
You can’t attract tomorrow’s businesses without today’s infrastructure—and we are already building it.
5. Treat our workforce as a competitive advantage. Businesses don’t just invest in land—they invest in people. Drawing on my experience with economic development and regional planning, I will:
- Partner with community colleges and workforce programs to align training with real jobs
- Help employers recruit and train local workers
- Support career pathways so young people can build futures right here in Tulare County
A prepared workforce is one of our strongest selling points.
6. Be proactive and accountable. Economic development doesn’t happen on autopilot. I will:
- Actively engage with employers, investors, and site selectors
- Help businesses navigate state and federal incentive programs
- Support local businesses looking to expand
- Measure success by jobs created, investment made, and communities strengthened
What Does Success Looks Like?
- More good-paying local jobs
- Real investment in small towns and rural communities
- Faster approvals and clearer rules
- A stronger tax base to support public safety, roads, and services
- A County government that acts as a partner—not a roadblock
My Commitment - I am running for County Supervisor to bring experience, leadership, and results to economic development. I believe Tulare County can:
- Honor its agricultural roots
- Prepare for a changing economy
- Invest wisely in infrastructure
- Create opportunity for the next generation
That’s the work I’ve done and that’s the work I will continue to do as your County Supervisor.
Want to learn more? Stay connected in order to learn more about MY plan. Call me anytime at (559) 303-4860. Or email me at rudy@rudyforsupervisor.com
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