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Testimonials For Veronica "Roni" Jacobi

"I’ve worked with Roni since 1998, know her, trust her, value her intellect, leadership and listening skills, persistence and compassion. She cares deeply about the human condition and our earth.”
- Marsha Vas Dupre, Fmr. Santa Rosa Vice-Mayor

"Roni Jacobi has integrity, walks her talk, and can't be bought."
- Julie Combs, Santa Rosa City Councilmember, Retired

"Roni is a true climate warrior. As a Mechanical Engineer and parent she has learned the science and has continuously advocated for cutting-edge climate solutions on the Santa Rosa City Council, resulting in an award-winning climate plan. She also fought for many years for wildfire preparedness, to avoid the kinds of suffering we have seen in recent years. She truly walks her talk, is a gifted systems thinker, and has developed win-win plans for climate resiliency, carbon drawdown, and wildfire recovery."
- Richard Heinberg, Senior Fellow, Post Carbon Institute

"Veronica is a leader who has demonstrated situational awareness to boldly define a future involving stakeholders and interests from every business sector and community in coming up with attainable solutions. She’s DEMONSTRATED LEADERSHIP in every endeavor and makes decisions that benefit communities she serves while building momentum and sharing her self-awareness as a great communicator. She BUILDS relationships to strategize effectively. Her expertise helps her care about the issues Santa Rosans and Sonoma County face that harm our communities so communities FEEL SERVED and concerns about homelessness, environment, energy needs and conservation, and rising costs are HEARD. Santa Rosa can be a LEADER FOR THE RIGHT REASONS to show progress and optimism and foster effective community building with the BEST EFFORTS. We’re confident in her long history of making Santa Rosa proud. We loved her work when she was on the City Council and strongly believe in her DEDICATION TO SERVE. "
- Maria Lewytzkyj-Milligan, Editor and Justin O. Milligan, Homelessness Prevention Attorney

"I have always known Roni to vote and act in the best interests of the environment, the community and fiscal responsibility. She was a positive influence on the Santa Rosa City Council, and has earned the support of community leaders in Sonoma County because she has always acted on her sound moral principles. She cares about the diversity of our communities, fighting discrimination and working hard to provide affordable housing and meaningful jobs. She has fought to protect our natural environment and open spaces. And she knows that government and elected representatives must listen to and respond to the public. Roni Jacobi will make an excellent returning Council member."
- Matt Maguire, Former Petaluma City Councilmember

"Roni Jacobi is the best candidate to address our most urgent issue: climate change. As a mechanical engineer with years of experience working on energy and environmental issues, she will bring rare technical expertise back to the City Council. Her potential to lead on climate-related issues is shown by her many accomplishments and her long record of civic participation and activism."
- Esther Riley, Retired

"I fully agree with Veronica Jacobi's campaign statement. The issues she discusses, and on which she has made progress - climate change, homelessness, education - are of vital importance to the present and future life of the Santa Rosa community. Not only do I agree with her stand on these issues, but I see that she has the education, skills and experience (former Santa Rosa City Council member) to develop realistic ways for tackling climate change, homelessness and education. I look forward to helping her accomplish her goals. It is a pleasure for me to give Veronica Jacobi my endorsement for Santa Rosa City Council. Peace."
- Marilyn Milligan, PhD, Community College Instructor

"Roni inspired us to create the Sonoma County Water Coalition in 2004. She has always taken the lead on the ‘big issues’ before they become the political issues of the day, and she keeps working on these issues behind the scenes. She also pays close attention to the way political decisions affect real people and works tirelessly to help those who feel disenfranchised." 
- Stephen Fuller-Rowell, Co-founder Sonoma County Water Coalition*

"Roni Jacobi is a diligent public servant and always follows through on her promises and takes action to move her vision of a healthy planet and community forward. She truly walks the walk and follows it up with community organizing. I support Roni because I believe she will do the job in the best possible way. She cares deeply about the community that she serves."
- Stefanie Auld, Human Resources for Solar Company

"I highly endorse Veronica Jacobi! Have known and admired her for years. She sees the big picture and isn't afraid to speak up for what is right. In today's world Roni is a shining example of what all politicians should be. I knew of her reputation before I met her, she continues to this day to inspire me. She has impeccable integrity, walks her talk and is a truly caring human being."
- Nan Sea Love, Artist

"Roni Jacobi is the most selfless person I know. She will do anything and everything to protect our future and ensure a healthy and happy planet for generations to come. She is not afraid to ruffle feathers to get things done and she can’t be bought. Roni is focused on solutions and tackles tough issues. She makes decisions based on what is best for ALL of us. Roni is very knowledgeable, compassionate, and persistent. She believes in listening, direct effective action, and that one can make a difference politically, all for the greater good."
- David Gougler

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Endorsements For Veronica "Roni" Jacobi for Santa Rosa City Council, District 6

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