How We Create Homes People Can Afford!
Building a Fair and Thriving Local Economy
Aaron’s vision for economic stability is built on opportunity, fairness, and inclusion — ensuring everyone has a pathway to prosperity.
Expanding Access to Affordable Housing
Dedicate Affordable Housing Trust Fund dollars for both senior and workforce housing with rent protections and accessibility standards.
Expand mixed-income developments near major job centers and transit routes to reduce commuting costs.
Launch a Work + Rehouse pilot program that connects housing support with job placement to help residents move from survival to stability.
Empowering Working Families
Create district resource hubs that connect families to job training, tax credits, and emergency support.
Partner with employers to expand childcare access tied to workforce programs.
Offer financial counseling partnerships to help families reduce debt and build savings.
Promoting Dignity and Inclusion
Fund rapid rehousing and job placement programs through the Affordable Housing Trust Fund.
Ensure formerly unhoused residents have access to workforce programs and small business opportunities.
Offer flexible, part-time work programs for seniors who want to stay active and earn supplemental income.
Supporting Small Businesses and Entrepreneurs
Set a 15% small business participation goal for county contracts and publish transparent reporting on progress.
Host quarterly Job & Small Business Summits to connect entrepreneurs with procurement opportunities and local lenders.
Expand microloan and mentorship programs for first-time entrepreneurs, freelancers, and local creators.
Partner with local chambers and incubators to provide entrepreneurship and financial bootcamps for emerging business owners.
Preparing the Next Generation
Integrate financial literacy and entrepreneurship education into after-school and summer programs.
Connect students in college and trade programs to paid internships and apprenticeships with local employers.
Celebrate youth innovation through district business fairs and showcases tied to small business events.
The Goal?
A stronger Orange County where every person — from a new graduate to a small business owner to a retiree — can build financial security, find opportunity, and live with dignity.