The Santa Fe New Mexican asked the city’s mayoral candidates about their plans for city parks and services for families and children.

Following are answers from City Councilor Michael Garcia, County Commissioner Justin Greene, Letitia Montoya, Tarin Nix, Jeanne O’Dean, Oscar Rodriguez, Ron Trujillo and JoAnne Vigil Coppler. They have been edited for style and clarity. Responses that surpassed the 100-word limit have been trimmed.

Question: What does the city currently do well to cater to families and children? As an elected official, are there services or programs for families you would work to maintain or expand?

Garcia: The city provides a high-quality summer and after-school programing for youth. The programming fees are on a sliding scale, and are an affordable option for parent

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