Jane Baker (mayor)

Jane Elaine Baker (June 2, 1923 – July 1, 2011) was an American politician, community organizer and former cooking show host. Baker served on the city council of San Mateo, California for twenty years. She was appointed the Mayor of San Mateo on six occasions, becoming San Mateo's first female mayor.

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"Jane was the leader, and she fit the role perfectly."

- Jane Baker (mayor)

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"She struck a tone between a concerned mother and resident, and an intelligent person who could accomplish what we needed to accomplish."

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"People still said, Oh I wish I could vote for her again."

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"She threw herself heart and soul into it. She saw a lot of change - it was a fascinating 20 years."

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"Jane was a pioneer for women years ahead of everyone else."

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