Nora Campos

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First elected to the San José City Council in a special election in March 2001, Councilmember Nora Campos has twice been overwhelmingly re-elected to represent the over 97,000 residents of District Five – East San José. Building strong and safe neighborhoods, supporting and promoting vibrant business districts, and increasing the availability of and access to affordable housing has been the continued vision of Councilmember Campos.

Believing strong, equitable neighborhoods are the foundation to great, sustainable cities, the Councilmember has worked hard to bring state-of-the-art facilities and quality infrastructure to the community. Residents enjoy the new Dr. Roberto Cruz Alum Rock and Hillview libraries and young people play safely at the youth designed Plata Arroyo Skate Park and Alum Rock Youth Center. Additional street lights and an upgraded sanitary sewer system have also improved the quality of life for all residents.

Councilmember Campos’s commitment to economic development has led to unprecedented public and private investment in East San José’s neighborhood business districts. In Alum Rock, an exciting fusion of new transit-oriented mixed-use developments and established, landmark businesses has led to a renaissance on the Alum Rock corridor. On Story and King Roads, Plaza de San José is a $73.5 million shopping center revitalization that has become the gateway to the Story Road Neighborhood Business District. Major national retailers that had little interest in East San José now operate side-by-side with local and ethnic businesses.

Helping people achieve the dream of homeownership remains a priority for Councilmember Campos. Working with the non-profit and development communities the Councilmember has delivered over 1500 rental, for-sale, and affordable housing units providing new homes for families, seniors, and first time home buyers.

Councilmember Nora Campos’ vision for her community continues beyond her term as the elected representative for East San José. By developing a foundation of success, Councilmember Campos believes future leaders will be empowered to continue to build a strong, vibrant community for all residents to have to the opportunity realize their dreams.

Background

Councilmember Nora Campos was raised in East San José. As a young person, in the company of her parents, she marched side-by-side with Cesar E. Chavez. Councilmember Campos’s early experience with the Farm Worker Movement influenced her decision to enter public service as an adult. Councilmember Nora Campos began her work in the public sector as Community Relations Coordinator, then Chief of Staff for a San José City Councilmember prior to running for office.

Councilmember Nora Campos earned a Bachelors of Arts from San Francisco State University and is an alumnus of the Alum Rock and Eastside Union school districts.