News
March 7, 2008
Candidate Statement
As your County Supervisor, improving the quality of life for you and your neighbors is my top priority. For the past 8 years I have worked to expand access to health care, improve emergency medical services, enhance public safety services, reduce crime, support local schools, strengthen our local economy and create jobs, build affordable housing, and protect our open space and environment.
February 5, 2008
Your Support is Key
With the failure of the term limit initiative on the February 5th ballot, termed out legislators are looking for jobs. One such individual has stated she will run against me in the 2008 Board of Supervisors race. I need your help and support to win this election.
January 4, 2008
Working to End Homelessness
I am delighted to have approved development of further actions that will clearly get to the heart of the many reasons one is chronically unhoused, and aid families and individuals to access services that will change their lives, and their futures. By adopting policies that boost the effectiveness of existing programs we not only ease human suffering, we make the best use of our investment.
December 4, 2007
Smart Energy
Sunshine in December is one of the benefits of living in California, and a benefit that I voted to put to good use as a means to save energy resources and public money. Photovoltaic power systems is one of the many ways I have championed energy savings.
November 1, 2007
Prepare, Respond, Recover
Fire, earthquake, flood, mass exposure to hazardous or communicable disease. This may seem like the list for a Hollywood action blockbuster, but it is actually a list of disasterous situations that have either taken place recently or are being prepared for in our community. Public safety is a core service of the County. My leadership in the area of prepare, respond, and recover has been on-going and effective.
October 15, 2007
Kniss Re-Election Supported
On a beautiful Sunday afternoon in October, friends, supporters, and local neighbors joined at the home of Jim and Emy Thurber to enjoy great conversation, and a tasty Oktoberfest meal prepared by Firefighters of Santa Clara County. The occasion was a celebration of Kniss's re-election campaign for County Board of Supervisor, Fifth District. Testimonials by...
September 1, 2007
The Role of County Government
County Government provides social service, administers State and Federal programs, is responsible for law and justice, health, and safety. Read more about our critical role.
August 1, 2007
Reaching Out to Represent you
As your elected representative to Santa Clara County Board of Supervisors, I have made a serious commitment to carrying your voice both at the local level and beyond Silicon Valley.
July 16, 2007
Caltrain Improvements
Construction of Caltrain Pedestrian Underpasses at Palo Alto Station and California Avenue Station to begin. Delivery of All Measure B Projects To Be Achieved
June 22, 2007
Kniss Brings Balance to County Budget
The County budget for fiscal year 2008 is approved on time. Balancing reason with flexibility, vital services to the community are preserved and a sizable savings account for contingencies is maintained.
What Others Say
“Liz Kniss is among the most qualified of elected officials it has been our pleasure to know...She is a dedicated and tireless worker for the citizens of North Santa Clara County. She listens. She has our total confidence and support.”
“Liz is doing a first rate job - the kind of good work that merits re-election as Fifth District Supervisor.”
“Liz has consistently represented our District with the highest level of integrity and effectiveness; she deserves to be re-elected”
“Liz has shown the leadership it takes to protect and provide vital safety services. Liz has a proven track record.”
“Partnering with our city is a high priority for Liz as we work together on environmental issues, and bus and rail services.”
“Liz gets results. Her persistence has led to the new First Five preschool location in Mountain View, continuing school-linked services, and support for our Community Health Awareness Council. We're grateful.”
“Liz's role as a regional leader is pivitol. She works to bring together multiple viewpoints and voices. I believe we need her kind of skilled leadership in our Valley.”
“I've been working with Liz on Cupertino issues for years; she brings committment and integrity to her discussions about our community.”
“Liz is one of the most responsive elected officials I've worked with, government needs more like her.”