About Zabdy Neria

A Trusted Leader for Clearlake

Clearlake is where my husband and I are raising our growing family, and it’s the community that shaped who I am today. As a mom, clinical social worker, and school board member, I know that real progress comes from doing the hard work and being part of the solution. 
 

I’m running for City Council to bring practical, approachable leadership to City Hall. My background combines deep civic dedication with hands-on professional experience:
 

Real Experience. Practical Solutions.

• School Board Leadership: Second-term Board Member for the Konocti Unified School District, and past Board President, dedicated to fiscal responsibility, family support, and responsible decisions for our youth.
   

• Rotary Service & Community Roots: Past two-term Rotary Club President, uniting local businesses and volunteers to fund critical community needs.
   

• Small Business Owner and Licensed Clinical Social Worker: I understand firsthand the complex hurdles of navigating local budgeting, permitting, and the challenges of operating a small business in a rural community.
   

• Boots-on-the-Ground Background: My career in social work started directly in the field—working directly with adults facing severe mental illness and homelessness, leading Children’s Services teams, and managing county programs. I have experience in navigating complex systems while keeping the focus on real people.
   

My focus for Clearlake is simple:

• Invest in Community Well-Being: Expanding vital, prevention-based resources for youth, families, and seniors, while advancing attainable housing solutions that support working families.

• Responsive Leadership: Listening to our diverse community members, anticipating challenges before they arise, and bringing collaboration, transparency, and accountability to City Hall. 

• Safer, Resilient, & Thriving Neighborhoods: Working collaboratively with local organizations, schools, and neighbors to be proactive and tackle tough issues like public safety, wildfire risk reduction, homelessness, while supporting local businesses to build cleaner, safer, and stronger neighborhoods.
   

I know our community, I care deeply about our future, and I am ready to continue serving you with steady, trustworthy leadership.
 

I would be honored to earn your vote this November.

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