- Occupation: Marketing communications consultant and Realtor
 - B.A. Michigan State University , Communications Arts and Sciences, with honors; 18 years technology industry management
 - Board Memberships: Palo Alto Chamber of Commerce, Palo Alto Recreation Foundation, Rubicon Children's Center
 - Palo Alto PTA Council President, PAUSD School Parcel Tax and Bond Measures
 - Blue Ribbon Task Force for Palo Alto Public Safety Building
 - PAUSD Program Review Committee-20-Year Facilities Master Plan
 - Fundraising Co-Chair: Youth Community Service, Palo Alto Black and White Ball (benefitting Palo Alto Recreation Foundation and Partners in Edudcation
  
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Top Priorities if Elected |   
- Strategic Fiscal Management - Maximize efficient use of resources and extend strategic planning to include civic partners, i.e., schools, non-profits
 - Promoting a Healthy Local Economy - develop a strategic plan to attract and retain businesses that benefit our community and help retain city services
 - Infrastructure Repair and Renewal - Seek sources of funding to ensure the safe condition of our streets, sidewalks, parks, bridges, public buildings
  
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The the League of Women Voters of Palo Alto asked questions on the issues of all candidates for this office.
 Read the answers from Dan Dykwel
 
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- Santa Clara County Democratic Party
  
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