Latest News and Updates by Susannah Brown

I was recently included in a regional election overview published by Estero Bay News, highlighting candidates in the upcoming June 2026 Primary Election. The article outlines the current candidate landscape across the Central Coast and provides background on those running for office, including my campaign for California Assembly District 30. As noted in the article, I am a data strategy consultant and Central Coast resident, focused on housing, economic development, infrastru

On March 31, 2026, I spoke at the joint Grover Beach Planning Commission and City Council meeting about expanding housing opportunities on the Central Coast. I grew up just a few blocks from this area, so it’s meaningful to see housing finally moving forward here after years of unmet need. I’ve been advocating at Planning Commission, City Council, and Supervisor meetings because housing that actually gets built helps young families, seniors, teachers, and the workforce our co

I recently announced my candidacy for California Assembly District 30, joining the 2026 race to represent communities across the Central Coast. This is an important moment for our region, and I’m looking forward to engaging with voters across San Luis Obispo County and beyond as we head toward the June 2 primary election. Susannah Brown, a moderate Democrat, running for California Assembly District 30 Below is a brief overview of my background, why I’m running, and the key pr

On Wednesday, March 18, 2026, I joined the Paso Robles Democratic Club as the featured speaker for their monthly meeting. The evening provided an opportunity to connect with community members, discuss key issues, and share perspectives on the region’s future. I shared my background in local engagement and data-driven policy, and emphasized the importance of bringing practical, real-world solutions to challenges facing Assembly District 30, including housing affordability, ene

Recently, I joined Stew Jenkins in the studio on SLO County Public Policy & the Law  on K-News 98.5 for a thoughtful conversation about the role information plays in shaping public policy across the Central Coast. Stew is known for elevating meaningful discussions about local issues, and I appreciated the opportunity to talk about the policies that affect families and communities throughout Assembly District 30. Below is a brief overview of my background, why I’m running for

This week at the SLO City Council, I listened to our community and spoke about what responsible leadership requires: safety, stability, and long term planning for the Central Coast. For families here, Diablo Canyon Power Plant is not abstract. It is about safety, local jobs, and the future of our region. The people who operate this plant are highly trained professionals who take immense pride in protecting our coastline and keeping the public safe. Diablo Canyon is one of Cal

On January 12, 2026, I joined Dave Congalton on KVEC’s Hometown Radio  to discuss the issues currently shaping life on the Central Coast, including housing, infrastructure, energy reliability, water supply, and education. Below is a brief overview of my background, why I’m running for California Assembly District 30 , key topics discussed, and where you can listen to the full conversation. Susannah Brown on KVEC’s Hometown Radio with Dave Congalton My Background I was born an

San Luis Obispo County, CA — January 1, 2026 I am officially announcing my candidacy for California State Assembly in District 30, representing San Luis Obispo County and portions of Santa Cruz and Monterey Counties. I am running because the Central Coast deserves leadership that delivers measurable results on the issues families live with every day: housing that is actually possible, infrastructure that keeps up, well-funded public schools, and reliable water and energy sys