Pilar Schiavo | Protecting Our Sense of Safety: It’s Top Priority |
When I talk with families across the Santa Clarita Valley, I hear the same thing again and again: We chose to live here because it’s safe.
People come here for strong schools, quiet neighborhoods, and the confidence that their kids can play outside and their parents can age with dignity. That sense of safety doesn’t happen by accident — it’s something we must actively protect, every single day.
Protecting our community has always been my top priority. That’s why this year, I’m proud to introduce two new pieces of legislation focused on what matters most: protecting children, safeguarding seniors, and supporting the public safety systems that keep our neighborhoods secure.
This work is deeply personal to me. I’m a mom — and I’m also a survivor of crime. As a child, I testified in court against my own perpetrator. I know firsthand how intimidating and overwhelming the justice system can be, especially for victims who are already carrying trauma.
I also know how devastating it can be when the system puts up unnecessary barriers instead of focusing on accountability and protection. Those experiences shaped my belief that community safety must always come first — and that victims deserve a justice........