Deep Enrich
Heidi harmon
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About me
Passionate Climate Champion*Community Organizer*Former Mayor* “Ours is not the task of fixing the entire world all at once, but of stretching out to mend the part of the world that is within our reach.”
Education
2014 candidate training, assembly democrats
2014 - 2014“restoring california’s future,”Activities and Societies: Learning in ins and outs of running for State Assembly Gained knowledge in all aspects of running for office; public speaking, fund raising, social media, issue understanding, message development, field operations.
Leadership san luis obispo
2013 - 2014Community understaningA yearlong program to develop a diverse corps of leaders to advance the educational, cultural, health and economic interests of SLO County citizens.
Climate reality leadership project
2013 - 2013Graduate climate change education aActivities and Societies: Give talks on climate change and on what actions we can take to combat it and adapt to it. The program takes great leaders and makes them exceptional, providing the training in climate science, communications, and organizing to tell the story of climate change and inspire communities everywhere to take action. The result is a dynamic group of world-changers shaping the conversation on climate in forums from family dinners to international summits and building a 21st-century movement for solutions.
True north leadership
2019 - 2019Certificate of completion organizational leadershipLeadership starts with being authentic, the genuine you. 1440's True North Leadership is a professional development program designed to help you become the leader you want to be. In the process you will discover your True North - the internal compass that guides you successfully through life.
Depolarization summit
2020 - 2020N/a speakers from across sectors came together over the course of one day to discuss tactics for depolarOn November 19, 2020, Millions of Conversations, the Fetzer Institute, former Mayor of Charlottesville Mike Signer, and Vanderbilt University hosted an online Depolarization Summit. Speakers from across sectors came together over the course of one day to discuss tactics for depolarization and addressing political violence.
Safe conversations essentials course
2020 - 2020Skills in having difficult conversations across differencesTalking is the most dangerous thing most people do. New York Times Bestselling Authors, Dr. Harville Hendrix and Dr. Helen LaKelly Hunt, realized this and wanted to help people move from conflict to connection with their new course, Safe Conversations Essentials.
Sowing post capitalist seeds
2021 - 202114-week online course completed skills and tools, to move from theory into practices for a post-capitalist world n/aOur 14-week online course is the foundational learning circle in which we explore the origins of capitalism, the possibilities for other systems, and each person begins to develop their unique practice to seed into their lives and communities. Collectively we explore body liberation, money, mutual aid, land ethics, collectivism, and spiritual practices among other topics. We examine topics from socio-economic, historical, personal, and interpersonal lenses.
Night school bar
2022 - 2022Certificate of completion being ecological n/aIn this course, we will imagine ourselves not as isolated individuals, but rather as organic parts of a global ecosystem. We'll look at the moment in history when we first began to see ourselves as organisms in order to examine the cultural struggle between radical ecology and human supremacy. We'll explore the possibility that we are more similar than we realize to non-human beings, from other animals to plants to entire ecosystems. Would it surprise you to learn that forests can think, or… Show more In this course, we will imagine ourselves not as isolated individuals, but rather as organic parts of a global ecosystem. We'll look at the moment in history when we first began to see ourselves as organisms in order to examine the cultural struggle between radical ecology and human supremacy. We'll explore the possibility that we are more similar than we realize to non-human beings, from other animals to plants to entire ecosystems. Would it surprise you to learn that forests can think, or that language itself may have evolved out of conversations already happening between fungi and trees, birds and monkeys? We'll also look at how poets have given us tools for understanding those more-than-human conversations, and we'll consider how different cultures have reckoned with the rise of industrial capitalism. As our discussions get political, we'll consider legal strategies for granting political power to rivers, forests and other ecosystems, and we'll delve into science fiction. Show less
Pachamama alliance
2022 - 2022Game changer intensiveThe Game Changer Intensive is an eight-week interactive, online course designed to educate, inspire, and equip participants to be game changers in their communities. The Intensive is about both personal and planetary transformation: who we need to be and what we need to do at this momentous time in human history.
Gaia education for sustainability
2022 - 2022Certificate of completion in worldview dimension worldview/ systems thinking/ sustainabilityHolistic Worldview, Reconnecting to Nature, Transformation of Consciousness, Personal and Planetary Health, Engaged Spirituality
The work that reconnects
2022 - 2022Active hope foundations climate changeEach section of the course introduces a central practice that we invite you to try out that week. These practices, which can be engaged with by yourself as a personal practice, in conversation as a paired process, or in a group setting, are designed to nourish and strengthen your capacity to engage in Active Hope.Introduction to the course and Active Hope TrainingComing from Gratitude - resourcing ourselves for a stronger starting point Honouring our Pain for the World -… Show more Each section of the course introduces a central practice that we invite you to try out that week. These practices, which can be engaged with by yourself as a personal practice, in conversation as a paired process, or in a group setting, are designed to nourish and strengthen your capacity to engage in Active Hope.Introduction to the course and Active Hope TrainingComing from Gratitude - resourcing ourselves for a stronger starting point Honouring our Pain for the World - looking at what helps us mobilise the energy of our heart reactionsSeeing with New Eyes Part 1 - opening to encouraging and inspiring perspectives, introducing Systems Thinking and Gaia TheorySeeing with New Eyes - seeing our power to make a difference with new eyes, introducing decolonisation and deep time. Going Forth - finding our part to play, and planning how to move forward with this Deepening and Sharing Active Hope - looking back at the journey we've covered and ahead at potential next steps. Show less
Rebel wisdom
2022 - 2022Completion sense makingIncrease your sovereignty and agencyBecome more skilled at navigating complexityDevelop your presence and discernmentBecome better at conversations that can take you somewhere newIncrease your sovereignty and agencyBecome more skilled at navigating complexityDevelop your presence and discernmentBecome better at conversations that can take you somewhere newIncrease your sovereignty and agencyBecome more skilled at navigating complexityDevelop your presence and… Show more Increase your sovereignty and agencyBecome more skilled at navigating complexityDevelop your presence and discernmentBecome better at conversations that can take you somewhere newIncrease your sovereignty and agencyBecome more skilled at navigating complexityDevelop your presence and discernmentBecome better at conversations that can take you somewhere newIncrease your sovereignty and agencyBecome more skilled at navigating complexityDevelop your presence and discernmentBecome better at conversations that can take you somewhere new Show less
Disco
2022 - 2022Certificate of completion practical utopias with margaret atwoodIf we want to make a change or create something new so we can bring about a better future for all, we have to be able to imagine what’s possible. Not sci-fi epics or fantasies, but real, better living plans that could actually work.That’s just what we’ll be doing together in Practical Utopias led by the legendary Margaret Atwood!As society grapples with many complex challenges — the climate crisis and social inequalities being foremost — we need creative and collaborative people… Show more If we want to make a change or create something new so we can bring about a better future for all, we have to be able to imagine what’s possible. Not sci-fi epics or fantasies, but real, better living plans that could actually work.That’s just what we’ll be doing together in Practical Utopias led by the legendary Margaret Atwood!As society grapples with many complex challenges — the climate crisis and social inequalities being foremost — we need creative and collaborative people like YOU to inspire action and catalyze needed change.Join Margaret, an all-star lineup of special guests, and a global, virtual learning community for a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to collectively design the possible. Show less
Harvard business school online
2022 - 2022Executive certificate:leadership, organizing and action political communicationEffective organizing requires an understanding of how to identify, recruit and develop leadership, build community around that leadership and harness the power from the resources of that community.Leadership, Organizing and Action: Leading Change is an online executive program designed to help you learn how to organize communities that can mobilize power to make change.Designed by Harvard Kennedy School, this 15-week online program offers a unique opportunity for those involved… Show more Effective organizing requires an understanding of how to identify, recruit and develop leadership, build community around that leadership and harness the power from the resources of that community.Leadership, Organizing and Action: Leading Change is an online executive program designed to help you learn how to organize communities that can mobilize power to make change.Designed by Harvard Kennedy School, this 15-week online program offers a unique opportunity for those involved in organizing projects around the world to interact with others engaged in similar efforts, including leaders of civic associations, social movements, advocacy groups and nonprofits. Show less
California polytechnic state university-san luis obispo
-Bs liberal arts and sciences/liberal studies
University of san francisco
2022 - 2022Public leadership certificate organizational leadership public leadership certificateCalifornia polytechnic state university-san luis obispo
1993 - 1997Bachelor's degree liberal arts and sciences/liberal studies
Experience
Get mighty housecleaning services
Jan 2001 - Jun 2012Housekeeping specialistMaking beauty out of chaos- personal housecleaning on the Central Coast of CA.
350.org
Jan 2012 - Aug 2021Slo 350 directorOrganizing my local community around climate issues. Asking the city of San Luis Obispo to divest from fossil fuels. Organizing marches and other actions to raise awareness.
Sierra club
Jan 2013 - Jan 2016Climate change task force chairEngage the community on climate and energy issues. Establish relationship with local officials to grow local action on this issue.
Ksby tv
Jan 2013 - Aug 2021Thought leader on climate change and solutions and guest on local tv news, radio and print
Citizens climate lobby
Jan 2013 - Mar 2015Outreach ambassadorTo educate the community regarding a revenue neutral carbon fee
Force of nature
Jan 2014 - Sept 2016Force of nature radiohost of hour long radio program on local environmental challenges and solutionsI had my own radio program and am a reoccurring guest on local talk radio.
California state legislature
Feb 2014 - Nov 2014Candidate for 35th assembly district-2014"The Central Coast deserves leadership that motivates and supports our local communities and businesses to become the innovators in clean energy solutions so we may achieve true energy independence and sustainability. Today's citizens, and the generations that come after them, deserve a viable economic plan that works now and into the future and that requires a responsible climate and energy strategy that guarantees our future."
Protect slo - stop oil trains
May 2014 - Jul 2016San luis obispo point personSan Luis Obispo point person on stopping this project: California could be the site of the next oil train disaster, unless we take action now.Multinational oil company Phillips 66 is proposing to expand its San Luis Obispo County refinery to receive oil trains carrying explosive, toxic, and carbon intensive tar sands oil. If approved, more of these oil trains will begin rolling through California's communities, threatening schools, homes, community centers, and parks. Over 5 million California residents live in the oil train blast zone.The San Luis Obispo County Planning Commission and Board of Supervisors will make the final decision on this project, and they need to hear from us - residents of SLO County and other impacted California communities. Take action now and tell SLO County decision makers to reject this dangerous project. Show less
Emerge california
Nov 2014 - Jun 2015Candidate training programEmerge California is changing the face of California politics by identifying, training and encouraging women to run for office, get elected and to seek higher office. Our intensive, cohort-based seven-month training program is unique. As the number of elected Democratic women remains flat or even declines, the need for our work is growing.
Organizing for action
Jun 2015 - Aug 2021Fellow with climate change emphasisOrganizing for Action is a movement of millions of Americans, coming together to fight for real, lasting change.With more than 250 local chapters around the country, OFA volunteers are building this organization from the ground up, community by community, one conversation at a time—whether that’s on a front porch or on Facebook. We’re committed to finding and training the next generation of great progressive organizers, because at the end of the day, we aren’t the first to fight for progressive change, and we won’t be the last. Show less
Bernie sanders for president
Jul 2015 - Aug 2021De facto central coast directorBernie Sanders is a Democratic candidate for President of the United States and is running a grassroots campaign. He has the most progressive plan of the likely nominees. He is a climate leader and just introduced the first major piece of fossil fuel reduction legislation, (Keep it in the Ground Act 2015). I am organizing on my local area to help get him elected by hosting one of the largest debate parties on the US, phone baking, organizing house parties, and creating content for local social media. Show less
Up to us caravan to the dnc
Jun 2016 - Jul 2016Co organizerENOUGH IS ENOUGH - This is #OURREVOLUTION We started this caravan because we wanted to show our elected officials we will not lay idle any longer while bills are passed and bans are placed that compromise the livelihood of american citizens. While voter suppression reigns supreme and democracy is being squelched by money in politics.With all the violence and heartbreak occurring in the streets of our nation, there comes a point where we must take the fear, the loss, the anger, the defeat and transmute it into HOPE, LOVE, PEACE, AND ACTIVATED ACTION. this is how we will truly make a difference.LOVE TRUMPS HATE, always.We now have an opportunity to SHOW UP with LOVE and demand systemic reform.It doesn't matter what your cause is. What your issue is. What you stand for or feel oppressed by. ALL issues are united in this movement. Every movement is unified in our message: it is UP TO US to write the narrative we want our future generations to be born unto.This is our MODERN DAY PEACE TRAIN. Are you willing to do whatever it takes to actually realize change? It's one thing to want it, its another to do something about it.We are calling on all warriors out there dedicated to spreading the message of LOVE across our country to defeat and heal the chaos building. We must simmer down the fire. Show less
2016 democratic national convention
Jun 2016 - Aug 2021Bernie sanders delegateI am excited to represent the 24th Congressional District for Bernie Sanders at the National Convention. Bernie was able to win the 24th District due to the hard work we did here on the Central Coast. I am looking forward to working with others to get a progressive agenda that puts people over profits and helps the Democratic party reframe their values.
City of san luis obispo
Aug 2016 - Oct 2021I am thrilled to announce that I have won my bid for Mayor of the City of San Luis Obispo. Thank you to everyone who came out and supported our efforts and I look forward to working with all of you to make SLO an even better place. Heidi is a reform-minded leader, passionate about local democracy. She keeps the voice and concern of local citizens at the forefront of everything she does, and believes each person deserves respect and the right to be heard. As the Mayor of San Luis Obispo she will commit to creating innovative housing solutions, revitalizing the unique culture of our downtown, and enhancing community resilience through energy efficiency and sustainability in our changing climate.
Mayor
Nov 2016 - Oct 2021Candidate for Re-Election for Mayor of San Luis Obispo
Jan 2018 - Jan 2018Candidate for Mayor
Aug 2016 - Dec 2016
Air polution control district
Dec 2016 - Jan 2019Board member
C40 cities
Feb 2018 - Aug 2021Invited attendee-2018 women4climate conferenceC40's 2nd annual Women4Climate conference will bring together global mayors, business leaders and innovative changemakers who are committed to taking climate action and creating more sustainable and inclusive communities. Themes will include women’s empowerment, air quality, climate resilience, innovation and social inclusion.
State of california
Sept 2018 - Aug 2021Invited attendee global climate action summithttp://www.ksby.com/story/38982511/san-luis-obispo-mayor-to-attend-global-climate-action-summit
Montery bay community power
Jan 2019 - Jan 2021Board member
The shift network
Mar 2019 - May 2019Workshop facilitator-the heart of activismA workshop organized to discover how to step forward and stand in your authentic soul — in your life, your community, and beyond.Find and activate your “why” — what’s in your heart to do... and why it matters now more than ever.Build skills to effect real change in the public sector, including by running for office or supporting others to do so.
The climate reality project
Mar 2019 - Mar 2019Climate reality leadership mentor and break-out speakerI will be returning to Climate Reality Leadership this year as a Mentor and as a break-out speaker. At Climate Reality Leadership Corps training, individuals ready to make a difference in our planet’s future spend three days working with former Vice President Al Gore and world-renowned scientists and communicators learning about the climate crisis and how together we can solve it.
Ethic
Aug 2019 - Jan 2020Mentor
Blue marble investments
Feb 2020 - Mar 2020Communications outreach director -esg (environmental, social and governance) investingWe believe it’s our fiduciary duty to invest sustainably. This means acting in the highest interest of our clients, society, and the planet. This belief underlies every portfolio we manage and how we operate as a whole.Sustainable investing has come a long way since we started. A small community of investors has grown into a global shareholder movement creating one of the best performing and fastest-growing forms of investment management today.sustainable-investing-assets3d.pngWe feel proud to be a pioneer in this rapidly evolving space. Our knowledge and deep commitment sets us apart, and our work has been recognized in The Economist, The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, and CNBC. Whether it’s the simplicity of our online portfolios, meeting face-to-face, or just starting with a phone call, we want to make voting your money easier and more accessible than ever before. Show less
Romero institute
Aug 2021 - Feb 2023Senior public affairs directorI served as the primary spokesperson for Let’s Green CA!, establishing myself as a credible and recognizable advocate for effective and bold climate action. My responsibilities encompassed handling various media engagements, including press conferences, appearances, radio and video interviews, and other opportunities. I collaborated closely with the communications and leadership teams, providing quotes, op-eds, and other written content for publication across a range of outlets. Additionally, I played a pivotal role in creating multimedia content that galvanizes grassroots supporters and leaders, serving as the face and voice of our climate-related priorities. Building solid relationships with elected officials, community leaders, staffers, and critical organizational partners was essential, allowing me to secure endorsements and foster alliances. Furthermore, my role involved supporting regional and state-level campaigns and organizing efforts in Sacramento and California communities to mobilize people's power and political will. My expertise in engaging grasstops organizational leaders in labor, environmental justice, faith, agriculture, and business communities was crucial in nurturing and leveraging these relationships to advance our climate initiatives. Show less
Elected officials to protect america
May 2022 - Oct 2022Elected official fellowElected Officials to Protect America (EOPA) is a network of current and former elected officials who care deeply about protecting our planet and people. EOPA is committed to solving the climate crisis, ensuring environmental justice, and protecting our lands and waters. We educate through value-based storytelling, training lawmakers, and connecting elected officials to inspire strong environmental leadership. Led by representatives from frontline communities and lawmakers who are veterans, EOPA has a consistent track record of successfully organizing elected officials to promote bold climate action. In New York, our network of more than a thousand lawmakers played a key role in banning fracking statewide and divesting the state from fossil fuels. In California, we organized more than 430 elected officials who helped prompt Governor Newsom to propose 3,200-foot safety setbacks from new oil and gas wells, and announce the end of fracking by 2024. At our nation’s capital, we organized veterans who are lawmakers from 50 states to secure permanent funding for the U.S. Land and Water Conservation Fund. We organized hundreds of elected officials to advance the Green New Deal and phase out fossil fuels. Show less
Climatebase
Aug 2022 - Oct 2022Climate base fellowThe Climatebase Fellowship is the climate career accelerator for mission-driven professionals. The experience includes a 12-week cohort-based program and 6 months of membership in the broader Fellowship community.Since 2020, Climatebase has helped over 1 million people discover and apply to high-impact jobs in climate. But today, many people (including those already working in climate) still struggle to find opportunities to deepen their climate knowledge and expand their community.In 2022, we launched the Fellowship to fulfill this previously unmet need by creating an interdisciplinary, community-focused educational experience designed to help highly motivated, talented professionals accelerate their existing careers in climate or transition into the space. Show less
Community climate solutions
Sept 2022 - Feb 2023Consultant- community climate solutionsI empowered college students to engage the local community in Community Climate Solutions. Our mission at Community Climate Solutions is to empower communities to combat climate change by simplifying the process for individuals to learn about climate solutions and implement them in their daily lives and communities. Surprisingly, 40% of U.S. emissions stem from just five common household activities. Thankfully, we now have affordable and accessible alternatives for these activities, not only reducing emissions but also saving money, enhancing health, and generating local employment opportunities.CCS is a non-profit that provides cities and counties with custom online and program tools to drive community engagement on climate solutions. Our online platform makes it easy and fun for residents to learn about solutions, take action, and track progress. At CCS, you can significantly impact creating a safer, healthier future and a better today. Show less
Get mighty
Mar 2023 - Jun 2024Writer
Greenpeace
Jun 2024 - nowSenior organizer for californiaI am honored and excited to announce my new role as Senior Organizer at Greenpeace, primarily focused on California. In this capacity, I will work to inspire and mobilize individuals across our great state to actively engage in the fight for a more beautiful and sustainable world for all.If you’re passionate about making a difference and eager to see your community lead on the defining issue of our time, I invite you to join us. We need more climate champions throughout California and beyond. Could that be you? Let’s create the change we wish to see together! Show less
Licenses & Certifications
- View certificate
Climate reality leadership project facilitator
Al gore
Elements of mediation
Creative mediation at wilshire community servicesApr 2021- View certificate
Trama informed yoga
Off the matt yogaMar 2019 Trauma and social justice: personal, interpersonal, and collective healing
Off the matt yogaMar 2019- View certificate
Certification of completion
Prosocial worldOct 2022 - View certificate
Leadership, organizing and action: leading change
Harvard kennedy school executive educationJul 2022 .webp)
Annual international i-rec conference
The international rec standard (i-rec standard)Jun 2019
Yoga instructor certification - level i
Yoga allianceMay 2019
Trained climate reality leader
The climate reality projectMar 2012Mentor
The climate reality projectMar 2019
Honors & Awards
- Awarded to Heidi HarmonClimate Protection Award 2020 US Conference of Mayors Dec 2020
- Awarded to Heidi HarmonBeacon Spotlight Award for Leadership in Sustainability and Community Greenhouse Gas Reductions The Institute for Local Government Oct 2020 The Institute for Local Government recognized the City of San Luis Obispo for its sustainability and community climate action accomplishments and has awarded the City with the 2020 Gold Level Beacon Spotlight Awards for Sustainability Best Practices and Community Greenhouse Gas Reductions. These awards celebrate the City’s 12% reduction in greenhouse gas emission between 2005 to 2016 and statewide leadership in sustainability. “We are honored to be recognized for the community’s climate… Show more The Institute for Local Government recognized the City of San Luis Obispo for its sustainability and community climate action accomplishments and has awarded the City with the 2020 Gold Level Beacon Spotlight Awards for Sustainability Best Practices and Community Greenhouse Gas Reductions. These awards celebrate the City’s 12% reduction in greenhouse gas emission between 2005 to 2016 and statewide leadership in sustainability. “We are honored to be recognized for the community’s climate action successes,” said Sustainability Manager Chris Read. “We look forward to continuing our role as a municipal sustainability leader and aim to serve as an inspiration to other cities in our region and throughout California, as well.” The City’s recently adopted an updated Climate Action Plan which commits to one of the most ambitious greenhouse gas emissions reductions targets in the nation with a strong emphasis on economic recovery, local economic development, environmental justice, and quality of life. The plan builds on recent accomplishments including joining Central Coast Community Energy, the Clean Energy Choice for New Buildings Program, and improvements to City facilities including a large scale energy efficiency project at the water treatment plant, solar powered electric vehicle chargers at City Hall, and LED lighting retrofits at the 990 Palm parking garage. Show less
- Awarded to Heidi HarmonSmall Sustainable City of the Year Green Builder Magazine Jan 2020 Although much of the world is actually losing ground in terms of CO2 pollution and resource waste, some American cities are showing that a carbon-neutral future can be achieved NOW."Bold action by the mayor and city council is just the latest of many progressive programs and actions that are raising the sustainability bar.The idyllic city of San Luis Obispo could, like so many other towns across the country, go about business as usual, ignoring big-picture issues such as climate change.… Show more Although much of the world is actually losing ground in terms of CO2 pollution and resource waste, some American cities are showing that a carbon-neutral future can be achieved NOW."Bold action by the mayor and city council is just the latest of many progressive programs and actions that are raising the sustainability bar.The idyllic city of San Luis Obispo could, like so many other towns across the country, go about business as usual, ignoring big-picture issues such as climate change. But thanks to a well-informed and active government, the coastal city is taking action now that will have positive implications for many generations.San Luis ObispoWhat brought SLO to our attention was an (almost) unanimous decision by the city council to change building codes so that future homes would have to be built “all-electric.” The benefits to this decision, for those unfamiliar with the concept, is that going forward, all buildings could be powered by renewable energy sources such as solar and wind, and break free from fossil fuel dependency.According to the New Times, SLO’s new code has three key components: “It requires mixed-fuel (natural gas) buildings to meet additional energy efficiency standards and be pre-wired for electric retrofitting; it introduces a “carbon offset program”—where a builder of a mixed-fuel building must complete an electric retrofit of an old building, or pay an in-lieu fee to the city to subsidize retrofits; and it mandates solar installations on nonresidential buildings.“It exempts commercial kitchens, additions, attached accessory dwelling units and essential public safety buildings (such as a fire station).”San Luis Obispo Mayor Heidi Harmon notes that the resolution is just one part of a larger plan for the city. “We’re pursuing one of the most-aggressive decarbonization plans in the country,” she says. “There are many more actions to come." Show less
- Awarded to Heidi HarmonGold-level Bicycle Friendly Community League of American Bicyclists Nov 2019 The League of American Bicyclists today honored the efforts of the City to build better places to bike with a Gold-level Bicycle Friendly Community (BFC) award, joining 488 communities across the country in the movement for safer streets and better bicycling. The award recognizes the City of San Luis Obispo for its commitment to creating transportation and recreational resources that benefit its residents of all ages and abilities while encouraging healthier and more sustainable transportation… Show more The League of American Bicyclists today honored the efforts of the City to build better places to bike with a Gold-level Bicycle Friendly Community (BFC) award, joining 488 communities across the country in the movement for safer streets and better bicycling. The award recognizes the City of San Luis Obispo for its commitment to creating transportation and recreational resources that benefit its residents of all ages and abilities while encouraging healthier and more sustainable transportation choices. “Communities like the City of San Luis Obispo are leading the nation when it comes to important livability factors that people want where they call home, like safe and accessible places to bike,” said Bill Nesper, Executive Director of the League of American Bicyclists. “The City of San Luis Obispo joins 53 new and renewing Bicycle Friendly Communities as part of a movement toward more vibrant, healthy, sustainable and connected places. Our nation and globe are facing complex public health and road safety challenges, and we’re proud that the City of San Luis Obispo and communities like it are embracing bicycling.” Show less
- Awarded to Heidi Harmon2019 Working Families Champion Central Cost Labor Council Jul 2019
- Awarded to Heidi Harmon2019 Labor Leader of the Year Tri-Counties Building and Construction Trades Council May 2019
- Awarded to Heidi HarmonCertificate of Special Congressional Recognition in Recognition of Outstanding and Invaluable Service to the Community San Luis Obispo County Commission of the Status of Women Mar 2019
- Awarded to Heidi HarmonCuesta College Honored Alumni Cuesta Collage Mar 2018 Heidi Harmon | City of San Luis Obispo Mayor | Attended Cuesta: 1988-1998Heidi Harmon* graduated with a degree in early childhood education from Cuesta College, followed by a BA in liberal studies from Cal Poly. For many years, Mayor Harmon worked as an early childhood educator in SLO. She became more and more involved in the community, and eventually became the director of the climate advocacy group SLO 350 and a point person with Protect SLO - Stop Oil Trains. In 2016, Harmon was… Show more Heidi Harmon | City of San Luis Obispo Mayor | Attended Cuesta: 1988-1998Heidi Harmon* graduated with a degree in early childhood education from Cuesta College, followed by a BA in liberal studies from Cal Poly. For many years, Mayor Harmon worked as an early childhood educator in SLO. She became more and more involved in the community, and eventually became the director of the climate advocacy group SLO 350 and a point person with Protect SLO - Stop Oil Trains. In 2016, Harmon was elected mayor of San Luis Obispo City on the platform of being a reform-minded leader, passionate about keeping the voice and concern of local residents at the forefront of everything she does.“Getting the broad education I received at Cuesta is in many ways the perfect academic background for being a mayor,” said Mayor Harmon. “Mayors are so many different things to so many different people. Everything from government to psychology to my creative art skills have come in handy as a mayor.”https://www.cuesta.edu/about/depts/newsroom/pr2018/Awards_Luncheon_Honors_Alumni_Volunteers.html Show less
- Awarded to Heidi HarmonDean's List Cal Poly/Cuesta Jun 1991 I was excited to be on the Dean's List off and on throughout my academic carrier.
- Awarded to Heidi HarmonBest Public Official New Times I was honored to win Best Public Official every year that I was the Mayor of San Luis Obispo. From the New Times, "People love SLO Mayor Heidi Harmon because she's a woman, a progressive, she rides a bike, she wants you to ride a bike, she wants to make SLO Town an environmentally sustainable net zero city, she was quoted dropping the f-bomb in Rolling Stone magazine, she's strong (meaning she kicks ass), she's super earnest, and she wears fetching roses in her hair. She also does what she says… Show more I was honored to win Best Public Official every year that I was the Mayor of San Luis Obispo. From the New Times, "People love SLO Mayor Heidi Harmon because she's a woman, a progressive, she rides a bike, she wants you to ride a bike, she wants to make SLO Town an environmentally sustainable net zero city, she was quoted dropping the f-bomb in Rolling Stone magazine, she's strong (meaning she kicks ass), she's super earnest, and she wears fetching roses in her hair. She also does what she says she'll do, so with Harmon, you get what you see, which is a hardworking, effective leader who happens to ride a bike. What an angel!" Show less
Volunteer Experience
Leadership Advisory Council
Issued by The Women's Foundation of California on Sept 2019Associated with Heidi HarmonBoard Member
Issued by Matriarch Org on Oct 2019Associated with Heidi HarmonCo Chair
Issued by Elected Officials to Protect America on Jan 2021Associated with Heidi HarmonBoard Member
Issued by PLANNED PARENTHOOD ACTION FUND INC on Jul 2022Associated with Heidi HarmonBig Sister
Issued by Big Brothers Big Sisters of America on Jan 2013Associated with Heidi HarmonBoard Member
Issued by Planned Parenthood Action Board on Jan 2015Associated with Heidi HarmonBoard Member
Issued by INTERNATIONAL GREEN INDUSTRY HALL OF FAME on Jan 2024Associated with Heidi Harmon
Languages
- enEnglish
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