Political Action Committee endorses Michaela Perez in the March 7 City of Oxnard special election

After reviewing the field of candidates, the WVCBA Political Action Committee (PAC) has announced its endorsement of Michaela Perez in the City of Oxnard's March 7 special election for the vacant District 6 seat. District 6 represents parts of south Oxnard and became vacant when Councilwoman Vianey Lopez was appointed by Governor Newsom to serve out County Supervisor Carmen Ramirez’s term following Ramirez's death in mid-August. 

Perez was born and raised in Oxnard and is the granddaughter of farmworkers. She attended school in South Oxnard. is a first-generation college graduate, and received her Master’s of Public Health from San Francisco State University. 

In the questionnaire that she submitted to the PAC for review, Perez said:

"As City Councilwoman, I will address the challenges facing Oxnard by working with residents, community-based organizations, and elected leaders at every level- to advocate for our community needs and secure the support and resources for holistic services to meet the needs of people and families in District 6 and across Oxnard.

• The lack of quality jobs: Inflation has created many economic impacts and hardships on communities. Many residents are struggling to put a meal on their table and can be one paycheck or accident away from homelessness. It is vital that as City councilmember that we increase economic mobility initiatives, invest in opportunities for youth and current residents including professional development, skills training, and apprenticeships.
• Economic Recovery & Small Businesses: Small businesses are the backbone of any community, including Oxnard. I will work with local businesses, non-profits, foundations, community-based partners, and other stakeholders to increase access to resources for aspiring entrepreneurs and small business owners.
• Equitable restoration of city services: Before the passage of Measure E (2020) the city had to make difficult decisions to cut critical services. As a member of the City Council, I will work with my colleagues to advocate for the equitable restoration of city services and programs, and oversight over the public’s taxpayer monies. With a Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) lens, I will center the community and residents of District 6 on all aspects of the decision-making process and city operations."

The mission of the WVCBA's Political Action Committee (PAC) is to seek out, evaluate qualifications of, and endorse candidates for public office who support the ideals of our free enterprise system. The PAC evaluates candidates for local, county and state offices, and hosts candidate forums for local and state elections. The PAC is comprised of current members of the Board of Directors.