Sandra Martinez-Deyarmond
Non-Partisan | Texas
Candidate Profile
Leans Liberal
BIOGRAPHY
Name
Sandra Martinez-Deyarmond
Party
Non-Partisan
Election Year
2017
Election
Locals
Race
San Antonio City Council, Dist 9
Incumbent
No
Links
EDUCATION
UTSA, San Antonio, BA, 2001
St Mary's University, San Antonio, MA, 2007
WORK & MILITARY
(Candidate did not provide)
AFFILIATIONS
North Rock Church, Small Group Leader, Aide to Sen Leticia Van Deputte
Legislative Aide
POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
(Candidate did not provide)
POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT
COSA Council Seat 2, 2004
Race
OTHER INFORMATION
QUESTIONNAIRE
OTHER IMPORTANT ISSUES
Do you support the proposed $850 million bond in its entirety?
No
The $850 million bond is broken into 6 propositions. Which one is most important to you? 1. Streets, bridges & Sidewalks - $446,263,000 2. Drainage & Flood - $138,988,000 3. Parks & Recreation - $187,313,000 4. Library & Cultural - $24,025,000 5. Public Safety Facilities – $34,411,000 6. Neighborhoods – $20 million
1. Street Bridges and Sidewalks and 2. Drainage and Flood are of equal concern to me.
Which of the above six propositions would you vote against? (list all that apply)
All of the propositions have merit some more than others. I don't necessarily disagree with any of them. What I do see is some problems with long term operating and maintenance costs of several of the projects. For exapmle, the bond has the citizens building a senior center in my district, and there are no long term costs associated with that. Does a building need to be heated and cooled, maintained, accounted for on city tax roles, staffed, etc - of course it does. Where is that money going to come from? Another problem with the bond is there are several projects that are only funded if another entity steps up and fills the cost gap. One example is the Bulverde Road/1604 turn-around in District 10. To answer this question concretely isn't possible for me as each proposition has good things in it that may benefit all of our districts.
Congress should repeal the Affordable Care Act (Obamacare).
Disagree
Governments should define marriage as between one man and one woman; no other definition of marriage should be legalized or supported with taxpayer or public funds.
No Answer
Human life begins at conception and deserves legal protection at every stage until natural death.
No Answer
The more people live by Judeo-Christian values, the less government is needed.
Agree
It is the government’s responsibility to be sure everyone has health care and a livable income.
Neutral
I am in favor of construction of a wall and other necessary infrastructure on our border that gives complete control over entering and exiting the United States.
Disagree
More restrictive gun control laws are needed to protect public safety.
Disagree
Planned Parenthood should not receive funds from federal, state, or local governments.
Strongly Disagree
Individuals should be allowed to use public restrooms, showers, and changing rooms based on their "gender identity."
Strongly Disagree
It is inappropriate for a local government to recognize the terms “sexual orientation” and “gender identity” and issue rules relating to an individual's beliefs about gender and sexuality.
Agree
People should be able to vote without photo identification.
Strongly Disagree
There should be strict enforcement of federal and state laws prohibiting the distribution of obscene pornography, including over the Internet.
Strongly Disagree
I support tolling existing highways that have been previously un-tolled.
Disagree
Government should not discriminate against individuals, organizations, or business owners who affirm marriage as between one man and one woman.
Agree
Marijuana should be legalized and regulated like tobacco and alcohol.
Strongly Disagree
Considering these issues (social, economic, education, transportation, water or sewer), which is the most critical to our city?
Education.
Please list up to six issues or projects that you feel need the most attention, in priority order.
1. Increased access to mental health care and services 2. Crime and safety 3. School Finance structure and accountability 4. Less governmental intrusion on personal matters that are lawful 5. Smart growth of our city in relation to available natural resources/transportation/general use outdoor spaces 6. More reliance on renewable energy at the local level
I own one or more firearms.
No Answer
I support the use of Collective Bargaining.
Neutral
I believe the current City Manager should be replaced.
No
Did you contribute 10% or more of your gross income to charity last year?
Yes
If you own a business, please describe.
AllTX Family Solutions. Mental Health Counseling
What in the nature of mankind caused America’s Founders to carefully define, separate, and limit powers in the Constitution?
Selfishness, pride and prejudice.
Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.
It's simple and it's all in the bible. Honesty, Integrity, treating people with love, dignity, mutual respect the way I expect to be treated.
Phone number for voters to reach you:
2108708446
E-mail address and phone number for voters to reach you:
gentlewordsheal@yahoo.com
Additional comment from candidate:
I am here to represent my district, to be their collective voice. My self interests are not in play here, the district and the health of our city transcends my personal priorities. I intend on making myself completely available to residents of district 9. Transparency, honesty, and availability with the professional skill-set to actually listen to my neighbors concerns and turn those concerns into actionable tasks at the city hall is my intent. I am not afraid to try something different, I feel we have to manage and lead our city together, there is no such thing as one good idea.
