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Home My WebLink About2013 Ballot Sample and SOS Ballot Release Activity Reportcttyo[san luls ontspo 990 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401-3249 July 10, 20L3 Mark Donovarr Elections Division, Front Office Office of the Secretary of State 1500 11th St., 5th Floor Sacramento, California 95814 Dear Mr. Donovan The City of San Luis Obispo held an election on Tuesday, June 18, 2013. Enclosed please find our Request for State Ballot Release Activity Report. Also enclosed, please find a copy of a voided Official Ballot. Maeve Kennedy Grimes Office of the City Clerk City Hall, Room 4 990 Palm Street San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter With regards, I HAVE VOTED - HAVE YOU? OFFICIAL BALLOT CITY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO SPECIAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TUESDAY JUNE 18, 2013 THIS BALLOT STUB BE REMOVEO AND RFIAINED BYTHE VOTER 01 257 48 Maeve Ken City Clerk Encl Grimes The City of San Luis Obispo is commitied to include the disabled in all ( Telecommunications Device for the Deaf (805) 781-7410. Mark your choice by FILLING IN OVAL TD COTVIPI.ETELY with a BLACK OR DARK PEN ONLY.a sAl{ Lgts oBlsPo For MEMBER of the GITY COUNCIL Term Ends: Dec,2014 VoteforONE DONALD E. HEDRICK 'Artisan PAUL BROWN Police Officer / Businessman JOHN A. SPATAFORE Attorney at Law KEVIN RICE Firefighter PROOF 4/4 S A M P L E B A L L o T V o T I N G I N S T R U c T I o N S 1 INSTRUCTIONS TO VOTERS To vote for any candidate, completely fill in the oval (D in the area to the right of the arrow pointing from the candidate of your choice with a BLACK OR DARK PEN ONL-Y,! Vote for ONE (1) candidate only. To vote for a qualified write-in candidate, write the name in the blank space left forthat purpose and completely fill in the oval (D in the area to the right of the write-in name. If you wronglv mark, tear or deface the ballot card. return it to the QittAletk.s Office and obtain another I HAVE VOTED - HAVE YOU? OFFICIAL BALLOT CITY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO SPECIAL MUNICI PAL ELECTION TUESDAY JUNE 18,2013 THIS BALLOT STUB SHALL BE REMOVED AND RETAINED BY THE VOTER Mark your choice by FILL|NG tN OVAL tD COtvtpletely with a BLACK OR DARK PEN ONLY a No. 12345 I -| -t sAN LUIS OBTSPO For MEMBER of the CITY COUNCIL Term Ends: Dec,2014 Votefor ONE DONALD E. HEDRICK Artisan PAUL BROWN Police Officer / Businessman JOHN A. SPATAFORE Attorney at Law CARLYN CHRISTIANSON Medical Practice Administrator END OF BALLOT 101 San Luis 6/18/13 write-in KEVIN RICE Firefighter San Luis Obispo / 3 OFFICIAL ELECTION MATERIAL w NO POSTAGE NECESSARY IF MAILED IN THE UNITED STATES Frxiai X rgl.,rill - rum ilffimnnmm * IDENTIFICATION / RETURN ENVELOPE BUSINESS REPLY MAIL FIRST-GLASS MAIL PERMIT NO.369 SAN LUIS OBISPO CA POSTAGE wlLL BE PAID BYADDRESSEE ATTN: CITY CLERK CITY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO 990 PALM ST sAN LU|S OBTSPO CA 93401-9938 t$tl$x$irhiliiiil$$,r{,rrll,g**ilnrNillllrfi Hul*llrilrt,t}r$tlt VOTER: READ STATEMENT BELOW SIGN AND DATE TO THE RIGHT: I am a resident of and a voier in the precinct, and the person whose name appears on the envelope. I have not applied nor intend to apply for anyvote mail ballotfrom any other jurisdiction forthe same election. I declare under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of California that the foregoing declarations are to the best of my knowledge and belief true and correct. Voting twice constitutes a crime. X Voter must sign and complete in his / her own handwriting in order for the ballot to be counted. Date i Signature (Do NOT Print) 1 Power of Attorney not accepted IMPORTANT Complete 0NLV if this balloi is to be hand delivered by someone other than the voter" RESIDENCE ADDRESS as Registered Print Name of Person Returning Ballot il Spoiled your ballot? lf you have spoiled your ballotand wish another senttoy0u, enclose the spoiled ballot and mark a check in this box. Signature of Person Returning Ballot MARKED OFFICIAL BALLOT ENCLOSED to be opened only by the canvassing board E Relationship: (circle one): A person residing in the same household as the vote by mail voter, spouse, child, parent, grandparent, grandchild, brother or sister. l FOR MEMBER OF THE CITY COUNCIL PAUL BROWNAge: 45 Occupation: Police Officer/ Small Businessman ln this specialelection, we are replacing a valued member of our City Councilteam, Andrew Carter. Former Mayor Dave Romero, Councilman Andrew Carter, Dr. Rene Bravo and other community leaders have endorsed me because they believe I am uniquely qualified to serve without needing a "learning curve". My four years on City Council gave me skills needed to communicate and advocate effectively with both city staff and current Council Members. I have committed my life to serving our community ever since I moved here in 1986 to attend Cal Poly. My experience serving in the US Army, working with at-risk youth, and volunteering with numerous non-profit organizations helps me understand the needs of our citizens. As a downtown business owner, I learned to manage a budget and make difficult, but sound, fiscal decisions. As a Police Officer, I understand the importance of public safety and how it touches every person, family, and business in our community. As your City Councilman, I can put my experience to work for you - spending tax dollars wisely and using common sense. lf you have a question for me, please call my cell phone (805) 550-1661 www. paulbrownslo20l 3.com /s/ Paul Brown PARA MIEMBRO DEL CONCEJO MUNICIPAL PAUL BROWNEdad: 45 Ocupaci6n: Agente de Policia/Hombre de Negocios en Pequeflo En esta elecci6n extraordinaria, estamos supliendo a un valioso miembro de nuestro equipo del Concejo Municipal, a Andrew Carter. El ex alcalde Dave Romero, el concejalAndrew Carten el Dr. Ren6 Bravo y otros lideres de la comunidad me han dado su apoyo porque creen que soy excepcionalmente apto para prestar servicio sin necesidad de tener que aprender. Mis cuatro affos en el Concejo Municipal me dan las habilidades necesarias para comunicar y abogar de manera eficaz, tanto con el personal administrativo corno con los actuales miembros del Concejo. He dedicado mi vida a servir a nuestra comunidad desde que me mud6 aqui en 1986 para asistir a la universidad de Cal Poly. Mi experiencia al prestar servicio en el Ej6rcito de Estados Unidos, al trabajar con los j6venes en riesgo, y al ofrecer mis servicios de voluntario con numerosas organizaciones no lucrativas me ayudan a entender las necesidades de nuestras personas adultas mayores. Como propietario de un negocio en el centro de la ciudad, he aprendido a administrar presupuestos y a tomar decisiones fiscales dificiles, pero bien fundadas. Como agente de policia, yo entiendo la importancia de la seguridad p0blica y c6mo es que la misma conmueve o afecta a toda persona, familia y negocio en nuestra comunidad. Como Concejal Municipal, puedo hacer uso de mi experiencia y utilizarla para el beneficio de ustedes - gastando el dinero de los impuestos con prudencia y utilizando el sentido com0n. Lldmenme a mi tel6fono celular (805) 550-1661 , si tienen alguna duda o pregunta. www.paulbrownslo2Ol 3.com /f/ Paul Brown San Luis Obispo / 2 ) FOR MEMBER OF THE CITY COUNCIL JOHN A. SPATAFORE Occupation: Attorney at Law I am running for City Council because of my commitment to San Luis Obispo, the city my wife and lhave called home for 34 years, where we raised our children and run a successful law practice. San Luis Obispo needs leaders who can manage taxpayers' dollars efficiently, nurture a vibrant business climate and deliver vital neighborhood services. lcan provide that leadership. I have been a driving force in several of San Luis Obispo's most significant developments, including creation of the Performing Arts Center and the Damon-Garcia Sports Fields. Elected to the San Luis Coastal School Board in 2006, I served as president and led the board through numerous challenges to ensure that we improved educational quality and balanced a $70 million budget. A healthy business climate is essential. That's why I have served on the SLO Chamber Board, and that's also why I co-chaired 2010's No on Measure H Committee, a position the community overuvhelmingly approved and was effectively an endorsement for additional middle-class housing, parks and open space. I love this city. lt would be a privilege to serue you on city council. I respectfully ask for your vote. John A. Spatafore e-mail address www. JohnSpatafore.com /s/ John A. Spatafore FOR MEMBER OF THE CITY COUNCIL KEVIN RICE Age: 44 Occupation: Firefighter I will represent every citizen. Call my personal cell phone at (805) 602-2616 before or after the election. Every citizen deserves a voice in government. Bring me an issue and I will take it to City Hall. I AM EXPERIENCED AND READY. I have attended council meetings in SLO and every city in the county for years. I know the issues. I know our elected officials countywide. TOGETHER, WE CAN... achieve a city council that responds to you and directs staff (not the other way around). This is YOUR council! We can achieve fiscal prudence and expand local head of household jobs. I will protect every resident's rights to quiet, safe, attractive neighborhoods, and the views and serenity we love. I have lived in and loved San Luis Obispo for twenty years. I attended Cuesta College and Cal Poly in the field of computer science. ln 1996, I was offered my dream job as a firefighter. I will bring accountability, common sense, public participation and transparency to City Hall. I am your voice. I sincerely ask for your vote. I will stand for you and relay your ideas. Firefighters never quit early. Share with me at KEVINRICE.ORG or kevin@kevinrice.org. I look forward to serving you! /s/ Kevin Rice San Luis Obispo / 3 l I FOR MEMBER OF THE CITY COUNCIL CARLYN CHRISTIANSON Age: 59 Occupation: Medical Practice Administrator I've lived in San Luis Obispo tor 24 years and raised two children here. I love our community. My commitment to preserving San Luis Obispo's natural beauty and its economy guides my work as administrator and as a Planning Commissioner. I'm running for City Council to continue these efforts. This is a crucial election. During the next two years, San Luis Obispo will update its Land Use & Circulation Element (LUCE), affecting SLO for 25 years. As a current member of the LUCE Task Force and a Planning Commissioner for 10 years-6 in San Luis Obispo City, 4 in San Luis Obispo County-l bring valuable knowledge to the Council. My experience as administratorfor nonprofit and for-profit businesses provides thefinancial background for responsibly handling City budgets and contracts. My service on the Chamber of Commerce's Board provided direct involvement with workforce housing and open space preservation issues. I promote the connection between a healthy environment and a healthy economy. I was the Chamber's liaison to the Prado Day Center and support finding solutions balancing the needs of businesses, law enforcement and our homeless citizens. I bring experience, balance and commitment to the job. I'm proud of my record of fairness, honesty and common sense I ask for your vote. /s/ Carlyn Christianson PARA MIEMBRO DEL CONCEJO MUNICIPAL CARLYN CHRISTIANSONEdad: 59 Ocupaci6n: Administradora de Consultorio M6dico He vivido en San Luis Obispo durante 24 afros y cri6 a mis dos hijos aqui. Mi compromiso de conservar la belleza natural de San Luis Obispo y su economia, es lo que guia mi trabajo como administradora, y como Comisionada de Planificaci6n. Estoy presentando candidaiura para el Concejo Municipal para continuar con estos esfuerzos. Esta es una elecci6n crucial. Durante los pr6ximos dos afios, San Luis Obispo actualizarA sus Elementos sobre el Uso de Suelos y Circulaci6n (LUCE, siglas en ingl6s), que afectardr a San Luis Obispo durante aftos. Como miembro actual de la Agrupaci6n Especial de LUCE y como Comisionada de Planificaci6n durante 10 affos - 6 afros en la Ciudad de San Luis Obispo, 4 afios en elCondado de San Luis Obispo - yo apofto conocimiento alConcejo. Mi experiencia como administradora de negocios no lucrativos y lucrativos, me proporciona los conocimientos generales para encargarme de los presupuestos y contratos de la Ciudad de manera responsable. Mi servicio en la Junta de la C6mara de Comercio me ha brindado la oportunidad de tener participaci6n directa con los temas de vivienda para la Iuerza laboral y la conservaci6n de espacios abiertos. Promuevo la conexi6n entre un medio ambiente sano y una economia sana. Fui enlace de la C6mara con el Prado Day Center y apoyo el hecho de hallar soluciones que den un equilibrio a las necesidades de los negocios, las autoridades y de nuestros ciudadanos sin casa ni hogar. Aporto experiencia, equilibrio y compromiso al cargo. Me siento orgullosa de mitrayectoria de imparcialidad, honradez y sentido com0n. Les pido su voto. /f / Carly n Ch ristianson San Luis Obispo / 4 Secretary of State Elections Division Request for State Ballot Release Activity Report State Release g. 13077MMCG Date Issued:0412812013 o u REQUESTER lN FORMATIp,N,vENpoR TNFORI4ATION Coun$/City:Sanuluis obispo Vendor:Martin & Chaprnan Co,Electlon:General MuniciPal Contact . Maeve Kennedy Grimes Contact:Scoft Martin Date:0611812013 phone: 805781 71 00 Phone:714-939-9866 Vendor Request Dar.' 041261?013 Fax:8057817109 psy.714-939-9870 Email: mgrimes@slo Email:soott@martincha pman.com Requester/Vendor FFMIMDERS -1. A compteted activity report shall be sent to the Secrehry of State from either the ntanufacturer or finisher within seven (7) days ol the manufaclurer's or - ftnishei's completion ai any work authorized by any release (Pursuant to Title 2, Ca{itomia Code of Regulaf/bns, Secfon 20253)' z. Upon receipf Requester snatt rponiiaipii,iteii,ttvof tne finisher's report, the quantig of ballol cards of each fomtat and tlnt received from the finisher (Pursuant to Title 2, Califomia Ccr;le of Regulations, Secftron 20257)- 3. Fr*ar* provide the Secret*ry of Stateivith one unused onciit voided/test ballol (one far each color in primaries) of any precinct ballol, vote by mail ballot' and federal overseas voter ballct (when appropriate), for the ballol release indicated above- BALLOT RELEASE RE EST ACTIVITY REPORT tr) t.c) C:] O e{ (o c{ L e.+t rl C\,1 I LO (.g (.o r) x (Il tL Lrl F<{ F LLo C-J lrl cn 30,000 Red Oplo-Mark ls lim Poppy l?i\zt, b oo b0o 28, a oo s//u t57l'"/ S.LS Gontacti MarkDonovan or Elections Front Ofiice, Phone: (916)657-2f 66 / Far (916)653-3214, Enrail: ballotreleq-se@sos.ca.qov- Mait: f tections Division - 5th Floor, 1500 11th Street, Sacramenlo, CA 95814 Revised -M12UZ0O9