Deborah Castro
3rd District Council Candidate

1. How long have you lived In Long Beach?  
   I am a lifelong Resident.
   
2. What job or past role will most help you be an effective councilmember? 
   CEO/Entrepreneur and Leadership Long Beach Board Member.
3. Describe the key characteristics/elements that you feel unify this city across its 9 districts and disparate geography. 
   One unifying factor is that we are a community that gives back--an example is “Long Beach Gives” each September, their online event raises $2 million in 24 hours to support 200+ Long Beach organizations—it is truly remarkable!
4. Are you an introvert or an extrovert?   
   Extrovert
   
5. Which (living) national leader in any arena — politics, arts, culture, business, etc. — do you admire and why?  
   Elon Musk—he is a visionary leader who is bold, thinks differently and is willing to challenge the status quo.
6. What is your favorite L.B. hangout with friends and/or family?  
   2nd Street is our go-to place.
7. List the top three quality-of-life issues you see Belmont Shore residents dealing with right now.  
   Public safety
   Congestion
   Needed Repairs: Streets, Alleys, and Curbs.
8. What is your preferred or most used social media platform?  
   LinkedIn
   
9. Outside of Long Beach, where in the state is your happy place?  
   La Quinta
10. Name something about the Third District you wish more people were aware of.  
    ​Recreational opportunities for everyone—access to waterways, parks, and beaches.

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