About Selma Saenz

Get to know the fresh voice for Dekalb County! Learn more about Selma Saenz and her vision for Dekalb County!

Get to know Selma

Selma Saenz has proudly called Dekalb County home for more than a decade and Cortland home since 2019. As a proud Mexican-American and bilingual community leader, Selma is passionate about building strong connections, creating positive change, and making sure everyone has a voice in the future of their community

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Community commitment

Selma's dedication to service us reflected in her role as a board member of the Cortland Lions Club, where she works alongside neighbors to plan community events, support local projects, and strengthen the bonds that make Cortland such a special place to live. Through this work, Selma has seen firsthand how collaboration, compassion, and shared purpose can transform a community - and she's ready to bring that same spirit to county government.

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Transparency

Selma believes that local government works best when it's open, transparent, and responsive to the people it serves. That's why she's running for the Dekalb County Board - to make sure residents are heard, valued, and represented at every step. Her priorities include smart and sustainable growth that support small businesses and attracts opportunity, transparent decision making that keeps residents informed and engaged, and meaningful community involvement that ensures that policies reflect real local needs.

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Deep Roots

With Selma's deep roots in the community, her proud heritage, and her passion for bringing people together, Selma Saenz is ready to be a strong, collaborative, and trusted voice on the Dekalb County Board - one who will always put people first and work to keep the community connected, thriving, and moving forward.