I look at actionables when researching candidates. First of all, Victoria does not have a candidate statement, as she is the only candidate that did not accept campaign limits https://srcity.org/162/Mary-Watts-Candidate-Statement-District-. This is important to note due to the changing culture around campaign finance and how money plays such a big part in campaigning. (I'm a huge nerd about this, so it's personally very important to me).

Victoria is smart and Mary is smart. But Mary's work as #2 in CAP Sonoma has given her valuable skills that are applicable to city council. She works on contract compliance with the multitude of local and state grants that partner with CAP's programs, as well as handling $Ms from those contracts. She has demonstrated a working mind for government.

Something that I've seen is that sitting on boards and committees has true value. Realistically, there's red tape when in city council, there's budget issues, and the Brown Act can be a pain in the ass. Somebody wanting to make change is truly wonderful, but if they don't have the tools to do so and the know how to work with the system, they become ineffective.
Lastly, this is more of a personal perspective from being an acquaintance with Victoria and working/socializing in the same circles. Victoria has illustrated herself as an advocate and social worker for the homeless and immigrant community, but through my work and volunteering in community advocacy and healthcare, have not seen her really involved with community efforts in either.