My name is Kathleen M Cates and I am your New Mexico District 44 State Representative. I have worked advocating for the interests of women with mental and substance diagnoses, disabled individuals seeking job opportunities, and children in need of special considerations. Most recently I have worked to negotiate on behalf of first-time homebuyers, who may be overwhelmed with the burdens associated with first-time home buying. Now, I am seeking to continue advocating for you and all of District 44.
I have lived in the Albuquerque/ Corrales/ Rio Rancho area for the past 25 years and I have been a homeowner in District 44 since 2007. I am the mother of two grown children whose experiences at Rio Rancho High School launched my parental participation in various athletic and social events. I have experienced this district as a parent, business owner, homeowner, executive and volunteer. This has contributed to my understanding of community achievements, goals, and concerns.
As a member of the Developmental Disability Council, a previous CEO of two non-profits and a member as well as frequent officer of the Rio Rancho Sunrise Rotary, I understand that community involvement promotes community achievement.
As your District 44 representative, I will listen to residents’ concerns, I will reflect the voices of the community, and act as a bridge builder to negotiate suitable results.