Community members agree...
Kookie is Saratoga'a best choice.
Ann Marie Burger
Former Mayor of Saratoga
“I have know Kookie for years and can attest to the fact that she is an honest, intelligent and dedicated women. Look at her work on the Mountain Winery. This is what’s needed on the City Council.”
WHAT PEOPLE SAY
“I have known Kookie for over 20 years. As a past Saratoga Planning Commission Chair, I see firsthand Kookie’s dedication and integrity in serving as a Planning Commissioner. I am proud to endorse Kookie for Saratoga City Council because of her leadership skills, knowledge and integrity.”
Gene Zambetti
Saratoga Fire Protection District Commissioiner
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Former Saratoga Planning Commission Chair
WHAT PEOPLE SAY
Angela Ling
President, Saratoga Heights HOA
Saratoga resident
"Having recently gone through the struggle with the Mountain Winery Annexation project, I value very highly the fairness and honesty that is Kookie's core value. We need leadership who is open-minded and transparent. Kookie fits the bill and my first vote goes to her! She has deep roots in Saratoga and shares our passion of maintaining the beauty and unique characters of our city."
WHAT PEOPLE SAY
"It is my privilege to endorse Kookie Fitzsimmons for Saratoga City Council.
As a 3rd generation Saratoga resident with 30+ years of community service, 6+ years of which is on the Planning Commission, Kookie has the best resume to represent Saratoga residents on the City Council.
She represented the citizens voice on recent Mt. Winery annexation hearings, and will make an excellent city Councilwoman, that is accessible to Saratoga residents and carry their voices on major decisions to manage growth while preserving the charm and heritage of Saratoga."
Manoj Goel
Treasurer, Saratoga Heights HOA
Saratoga resident
WHAT PEOPLE SAY
WHAT PEOPLE SAY
“I’ve known Kookie through Rotary and I’m delighted to endorse her for Saratoga City Council. She listens, she’s inclusive and she is a dedicated leader. Kookie knows Saratoga values and the challenges we face. Kookie has the skills and values to bring the Council together.”
Maria Guldner
Saratoga resident 32 years
Jon Kwong
Saratoga resident 25 years
“Check Kookie’s record on the Planning Commission. She has done a great job there and she will again serve the city with distinction on our City Council. Anyone who has worked with the City lately knows the Council needs change; it needs transparency and integrity and Kookie can provide that.”
WHAT PEOPLE SAY
Sesh Ramaswami
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Sangita Seshadri
Saratoga residents
“Kookie, a third generation Saratogan, knows our city, its legacy, its people. She has also been a business owner in the Village. Kookie has experience in the planning commission.We have known Kookie for several years and endorse her run for the City Council.”
WHAT PEOPLE SAY
"Having known Kookie for over 30 years as a Saratoga Village merchant and a Saratoga resident, and seeing her commitment to serving Saratoga, I know Kookie has the experience and judgement to make the right calls for Saratoga."
Marilyn White
First Citizen of the Year
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Fatima Villa
President of Residents Council
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Saratoga resident
WHAT PEOPLE SAY
Lillian Barna
Superintendent, San Jose Unified Schools, retired
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Saratoga resident
“Over the last 20 years, I’ve worked with Kookie on numerous community and global projects. The projects have supported those in need from children to senior citizens. Kookie’s leadership skills are outstanding. Kookie will be a great asset to the Saratoga community as a City Council Member.”
WHAT PEOPLE SAY
“I have had the privilege of knowing Kookie for around 6 years. We are both members of the Saratoga Rotary. I know she’s passionate about the Saratoga community. I trust that she will do her best to be an excellent City Council member.”
Jamie Price
Design Compass
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Saratoga resident
WHAT PEOPLE SAY
Paul & Donna Hernandez
Saratoga Oaks Lodge Owners
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Saratoga Village
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Saratoga residents
“We've always been impressed with Kookie’s level headedness and common sense. She has always been eager to lend a helping hand.
As a Planning Commissioner she’s thorough and thoughtful.”
WHAT PEOPLE SAY
“Kookie has the perspective of history in Saratoga and also knows where the future should go and what can be done for Saratoga. Vote for Kookie!”
Robert Huntley, DDS, MBA
Saratoga Dentist
Cox Avenue
WHAT PEOPLE SAY
Lucas Pastuszka
Former Saratoga Planning Commissioner
"I am absolutely honored to have the privilege of endorsing Kookie for Saratoga City Council. I have gotten to know Kookie over the last few years while serving with her on the Saratoga Planning Commission and am in awe of who she is. Kookie’s experience and competence are self evident, but it is rare to find people who possess honor, bravery, and compassion like Kookie does... Kookie is the warrior Saratoga needs and deserves."
WHAT PEOPLE SAY
Ann Marie Burger
Former Mayor Saratoga
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Stan Bogosian
Former Mayor of Saratoga
Saratoga resident
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Cheriel Jensen
Former City Council Member
Saratoga resident
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Gene Zambetti
Saratoga Fire Protection District Commissioner &
Former Planning Commission Chair
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Marilyn White
First Citizen of the Year &
Fatima Villa President of Residents Council
Saratoga resident
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Lillian Barna
Superintendent, San Jose Unified Schools, retired
Saratoga resident
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Angela Ling
President , Saratoga Heights HOA
Saratoga resident
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Manoj Goel
Treasurer, Saratoga Heights HOA
Saratoga resident
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Marcia Fariss
Saratoga resident
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Sandy Reed
Saratoga resident 30 years
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Sesh Ramaswami
and
Sangita Seshadri
Saratoga residents
Community
Members
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more endorsements coming...
Jon Kwon
Saratoga resident 25 years
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Mary Lynn Dutro
60+ years Saratoga Community activist
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Michelle McIntyre
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Jamie Price
Design Compass
Saratoga Resident
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Paul & Donna Hernandez
Owners, Saratoga Oaks Lodge, Saratoga Village
Saratoga residents
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Robert Huntley, DDS, MBA
Saratoga Dentist
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Lucas Pastuszka
Former Saratoga Planning Commissioner
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Peter Marra
Saratoga resident
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Bella Mahoney
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John Marian
Vital Health and Body Saratoga Village
Saratoga resident
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Maria Guldner
Saratoga resident 32 years
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Marsi Nomura
Saratoga resident
GROUP ENDORSEMENTS:
Preserve Saratoga Group