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CONSOLIDATED DISTRICTS ELECTION
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 5,1985
TABLE OF CONTENTS
• SAMPLE BALLOT AND VOTING INSTRUCTIONS
• CANDIDATES' STATEMENTS (if applicable to your ballot)
• MEASURES, ANALYSES AND ARGUMENTS (if applicable to your ballot)
• APPLICATION FOR ABSENT VOTER'S BALLOT
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INSTRUCTIONS TO VOTERS ~-
INSTRUCTIONS TO VOTER: VOTE ONLY ONE BALLOT CARD AT A TIME. PLACE THE BALLOT CARD UNDER THE PLASTIC SO
THAT IT LIES COMPLETELY FLAT IN THE BALLOT CARD TRAY.
To vote for a candidate whose name appears on the ballot, PUNCH OUT THE CROSS (+) in the voting square_to the right of the
candidate's name. Where two or more candidates for the same office are to be elected, PUNCH OUT THE CROSS (+) after the
names of all candidates for the office for whom you desire to vote, not to exceed, however, the number of candidates to be
elected.
To vote for a qualified WRITE-IN candidate, write the person's name in the blank space provided for that purpose after the names
of other candidates for the same office and PUNCH OUT THE CROSS (+) to the right of the name you have written in.
To vote on any measure, PUNCH OUT THE CROSS (+) in the voting square after the word "YES or after the word "NO".
All distinguishing marks or erasures are forbidden and make the ballot void.
If you wrongly punch, tear or deface any portion of your ballot cards, replace the cards in the Ballot Envelope, return it to the
Precinct Board Member and obtain another set.
MAKE SURE YOU VOTE BOTH -SIDES OF YOUR BALLOT CARDS.
AFTER YOU HAVE COMPLETED VOTING, PLACE YOUR BALLOT CARDS IN THE BALLOT ENVELOPE WITH THE NUMBERED
STUBS AT THE TOP AND HAND IT TO THE PRECINCT BOARD MEMBER WHO SHALL, IN THE PRESENCE OF THE VOTER, RE-
MOVE THE NUMBERED STUBS, HAND SAME TO VOTER AND DEPOSIT THE VOTED BALLOT IN THE BALLOT BOX.
HOW TO VOTE YOUR BALLOT CARDS
STEP 1
Vote only one ballot card at a time. Slip
ballot all the way into tray UNDER clear
plastic cover from left side of machine.
STEP 2
Move the chrome punch lever with its red
plastic pointer to the right of the candidate
or measure of your choice and completely
depress the lever which will punch out the
cross +. Repeat the process until you have
voted for all candidates or measures of your
choice.
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STEP 3 s*wsn"tENVELOPE
,o.
After you have completed voting, return the
ALLOT
chrome punch lever to the top position.
Place your ballot cards with the stubs at the
top, in the ballot envelope and hand it to
the Precinct Board Member.
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OFFICIAL BALLOT
CONSOLIDATED
.''DISTRICTS ELECTION
SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY NOVEMBER 5,1985
This ballot stub shall be tom on by precinct board
member and handed to the voter.
I HAVE VOTED -HAVE YOU?
CITY
SAN LUIS OBISPO /COMMUNITY
:.•.•.COLLEGE DISTRICT
RON DUNIN
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:.:(BUD) LAURENT
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incumbent
.•:: DENNIS
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President -Agriculture Lending
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-e ELIZABETH BETTY NIELSEN
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Member of City Council more than Two
-.71 Educator, Legislative Volunteer
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Businesswoman /Mother
ALLEN K. SETTLE
a..• SAN LUIS COASTAL UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
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PAUL A. LEWIS
SHIRLEY W. GARD
Cal Poly Student
Incumbent
RON BEARCE
.... JUDITH A. HILTBRAND
Downtown Businessman
Incumbent
PAUL AGNEW
..•:.JAMES C. BUTTERY
Public Administration
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PENNY RAPPA
.•::.
DANIEL C. FULMER
Planning Commissioner/ Homemaker
!:•::' Podiatrist/ Parent
GARY G. FOWLER
Military Officer/ Businessman
X
Governing Board
Trustee ...• 2 more than1
....RAY A.
MEASURES SUBMITTED TO VOTE OF VOTERS
Incumbent
LIMITS ON COUNCIL TERMS OF OFFICE
.•::.
.:•:.J. MYR*N111
.•: University Professor
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Real
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one-half ('h) of the full term not be includ-
• ORTON
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::.••MICHAEL L. EMM*NS
tion?
.0.0.t Psychologist, Universitv Teacher
:•. GARY MICKLE
MUNICIPAL CODE AMENDMENTS
High School Principal
YES
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be amended to allow for changes to the
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I HAVE VOTED -HAVE YOU?
CITY
CITY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO
Mayor Vote for One
RON DUNIN
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Councilman
MELANIE C. BILLIG
Mayor of San Luis Obispo
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Vote for no
Member of City Council more than Two
MARLAINE HUBBARD
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Businesswoman /Mother
ALLEN K. SETTLE
Incumbent
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PAUL A. LEWIS
Cal Poly Student
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RON BEARCE
Downtown Businessman
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PAUL AGNEW
Public Administration
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PENNY RAPPA
Planning Commissioner/ Homemaker
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GARY G. FOWLER
Military Officer/ Businessman
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MEASURES SUBMITTED TO VOTE OF VOTERS
PROPOSED CHARTER AMENDMENT:
LIMITS ON COUNCIL TERMS OF OFFICE
.Shall City Charter Section 405 be amend-
ed so that time served as a result of an ap-
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pointment or election which is less than
one-half ('h) of the full term not be includ-
ed in determining the eight (8) year limita-
tion?
PROPOSED CHARTER AMENDMENT:
MUNICIPAL CODE AMENDMENTS
Shall City Charter Sections 602 and 606
YES
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be amended to allow for changes to the
D
NO
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Municipal Code to be done by subsec-
tions?
tions?
PROPOSED CHARTER AMENDMENT:
DEVELOPMENT OF ANNEXED LANDS
Shall the City Charter be amended to dd
a
YES
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ESection 908 to require that annexed lands
may only be developed consistent with [he
NO
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General Plan?
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may call their local County Elections Division.
549-5236
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call the County Elections Division 549-5236. Rental fees are
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VOTER'S PAMPHLET
The following pages contain
CANDIDATES' STATEMENTS
together with
BALLOT MEASURES, ANALYSES
AND ARGUMENTS
(whichever is applicable to your ballot)
This pamphlet may not contain a complete list of candidates. A
complete list of candidates appears on the Sample Ballot. Each
candidate's statement in this pamphlet is volunteered by the
candidate and is printed at the expense of the candidate unless
otherwise determined by the governing body.
ARGUMENTS IN SUPPORT OF OR IN OPPOSITION TO THE
PROPOSED LAWS ARE THE OPINIONS OF THE AUTHORS
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STATEMENT OF CANOIOATE!"�
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GOVERNING BOARD MEMBE>n-''
San Luis Obispo County Community College District
DENNIS T. ALLAN AGE: 36
Occupation: President -Agricultural Lending
Education and Qualifications: My qualifications to serve on the Governing Board
include extensive educational, professional and community involvement. I was
graduated from Chico State University with a BS degree in agricultural busi-
ness in 1972. 1 will receive a MBA degree from Pepperdine University in
December 1985.
I have been the chief executive officer of a locally owned agriculture lending
organization since 1976. Our offices in Paso Robles, San Luis Obispo and
Arroyo Grande have helped me become familiar with residents in all areas of
the county.
I have been very active in community affairs. My current affiliations in-
clude: San Luis Obispo County Agricultural Liaison Committee; Rotary Club
of San Luis Obispo de Tolosa (Charter President); Pest Control Accreditation
Committee; Arroyo Grande Downtown Parking Advisory Committee; member
of St. Patrick's School Board; Advisory Committee to the School of Agricul-
ture at Cal Poly; and Arroyo Grande Chamber of Commerce Board of Direc-
tors. My former affiliations include: Rotary Club of San Luis Obispo
(1977-84); San Luis Obispo County YMCA Board of Directors (1981-83); and
St. Patrick's Parents Club President (1983-85). 1 have the time and will"make
the personal commitment to fulfill the needs of Cuesta College.
s/ Dennis T. Allan
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STATEMENT OF CANK,A CAN[;FOR
GOVERNING BOARD MEMBER, !,TIE AREA NO. I
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San Lais Coastal Had Schaal Mict
JAMES C. BUTTERY AGE: 37
Usgapatiea: Attorney at Law
Education and pualficafions: I believe I'm . qualified -as a candidate for the
Governing Board of the San Luis Coastal. Unified School District for three
reasons.
1. PARENT. I am most interested in the education being provided by the
San Luis Coastal Unified School District, because I have three children
attending three different schools in the District I want them to receive the
best possibile education so that their choices in life can be broadened rather '
than narrowed. -These options will be available only if our children receive the
highest quality education.
2. FORMER STUDENT OF PUBLIC SCHOOLS. I attended public schools
from kindergarten through high school. I am proud of the education that the
public schools provided me, because it prepared me so well for a rigorous
undergraduate and law school curriculum. This experience will assist in
improving the educational standards within the District
3. TEACHER. For the last eight years I have taught part-time at Cal Poly,
San Luis Obispo. With this classroom experience I can better appreciate a
teacher's -outlook to education. While myexperiences should give me a
balanced approach to School District matters, my overwhelming motivation is
to provide the best possible education for our children.
sl James C. Buttery
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STATEMENT OF CANDIDATE
GOVERNING BOARD MEMBER, TRUSTEL-.,,EA NO.2
San Luis Coastal Unified School DisUict
J. MYRON HOOD AGE: 44
Occupation: Mathematics Professor, California Polytechnic University San Luis
Obispo, CA
Educaf o and Qualifications: The prospect of increased funds from the upcom-
ing lottery poses a significant challenge for the next School Board. Which
programs should receive increased funding and which ones should not? My
first priority will be to reduce the teacher -student ratio. When classroom
sizes are too large, neither students nor teachers can perform effectively. A
second area of concern is the number of qualified counselors at our schools.
It is important that counselors have enough time to advise those students
who need help. I feel that the present number of counselors is not adequate
for this District.
I have been living in Los Osos and teaching in the Math Department at Cal
Poly since 1977. My wife is a business woman in Morro Bay, and our two
children attend public schools in Los Osos and Morro Bay. I have always
been actively involved in community and school affairs.
I believe that a good education for all our children is the.best investment in
the future that we can make. It is the School Board's duty to provide the
leadership, incentive and means for this education. As your elected School
Board member, I will work diligently to carry out this duty.
sl J. Myron Hood
STATEMENT OF CANDIDATE FOR
GOVERNING BOARD MEMBER, TRUSTEE AREA NO. 2
San Luis Coastal Unified School District
MICHAEL L EMMONS AGE: 46
Occupation: Psychologist, University Teacher, Author
Education and Qualifications: My entire life has been centered in the field of
education. My Bachelor's, Master's and Doctorate degrees are all in the field.
of education and I have taught at the secondary and higher education levels.
Both of my children are students in the San Luis Coastal Unified School Dis-
trict. I am interested in quality education for them and all students.
As a school board member I will be a voice for balance. We are presently in
a back to basics movement in education. This conservative approach is
needed, but tends to push aside the gains we have made recently in libera-
lizing education. Both sides are important and do not need to be at odds. A
balanced educational program which includes both conservative and liberal
elements is the key. We are in the early stages of dealing with other vital
issues in our district such as renewed high enrollments, increased funding
availability, management of the alternative schools, lengthening of the school
day and school year, and important changes in the grading system. In order
to deal with these topics successfully I will attempt to listen to all viewpoints
- teachers, parents, administrators - and to seek the best decision for the
students.
sl Michael L Emmons
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STATFa'r'T OF CANDIDATE FOR
GOVERNING GO& MEMBER, TRUSTEE AREA NO. 2
San Luis Coastal Unified School District
KATHERINE C. ORTON AGE: 41
Occupation: Parent and Secretary
Education and Qualifications: I am the mother of two children. I have lived in
Los Osos for six years and have been actively involved' in various aspects of
our district's educational program: classroom volunteer; parent organizations;
textbook selection committee; petition drives to retain Renzi and several
teachers. Serving on the Budget and Finance Committee was of particular
value in appreciating the complexities of meeting the needs of students,
teachers and community.
An earlier ten years in teaching adds to my prospective -- I have unlimited
appreciation for those who successfully perform this most important work.
I have since worked parttime, presently as a secretary, allowing greater
involvement in my children's educations. Beyond the prospective of teaching
and being an active parent in our schools, the time I can devote to hearing
your concerns, researching and presenting them to the Board is my greatest
asset.
I have concerns, however; I think a Board member's primary function is to
understand the concerns of his district's members. Given the opportunity, I
will make a sincere effort to improve our children's educations through your
input.
sl Katherine C. Orton
STATEMENT OF CANDIDATE FOR
GOVERNING BOARD MEMBER, TRUSTEE AREA NO. 2
San Luis Coastal Unified School District
GARY'MICKLE AGE: 43
Occupation: High School Principal
Education and Qualifications: Born Santa Maria, Ca., raised Waterford, Ca. BS
Mathematics/Physical Sciences; Cal Poly, SLO; MA, Math Education, Cal
Poly, .SLO; EBD, Educational Administration, BYU. Work experience includes
farming, construction, USN Submarine Service, USDA inspection, teaching at
all levels, Principal of Adult Education, Dean of Students at Arroyo Grande
High School. Currently Principal of Lopez Continuation HS, Arroyo Grande.
Married, wife Lani, student teacher supervisor Cal Poly, son Garrett at UCSB,
daughter Sulae at Sunnyside School, son Kon in preschool.
I am concerned that all students receive a quality education compatible with
individual needs and abilities, advocating the best instructional programs for
all students, while maintaining a fiscally responsible posture regarding school
district monies. As a member of the Board of Education, I would listen to
concerns of parents, teachers, administrators and other community members,
and try to directly address these concerns.
sl Gary Mickle
STATEMENT OF CANDIDATE `4 MAYOR
STAT' NT OF CANDIDATE FOR MAYOR
City of San Luis D► �''
.City 0 San Lois Obispo
RON BONIN
MELANIE C. BILLIB AGE: 42
Occupation: BusinessmanlCouncilmember
Occupation: Mayor/Housewife/Former School Teacher
Education and QuaRRations:
Education and Qualifications: A graduate ofahe University of_California, Berke—
My record is open and for all to see:
ley, with a Master's Degree from 'San Francisco State University, I have
Eight years on the City Council
taught high school history and government.
Four years as Vice-Mayor
I am currently Mayor.
36 years of solid business experience
Organizer and chair of Obispo Beautiful, Business Improvement Association,
I am a farmer President of the Area Council of Governments;
Association and City Promotional Coordinating Committee
First Vice -President of the Channel Cities Division, League of CaliforniaMotel
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Director of the Chamber of Commerce and of La Fiesta
Member, County Flood Control District Board
Cities;
A Member of Local Agency Formation Commission;
My aims and pledges are:
Former San Luis Obispo City Councilmember;
Farmer Planning Commissioner;
Affordable housing for all who live and work here, with an end to displacing
Former Member of the Board of Directors of the League of Women Voters;
long-time residents in favor of elite projects.
Current Member of the League of Women Voters.
Economic stability that will come from managed growth, fiscal conserva-
fism, influx of research and high-tech firms, and less regulation.
My exper ence and civic service demonstrate my leadership and administra
Open Council meetings where citizens are listened to - not rebuked.
tive abilities and qualify me to continue as your Mayor.
Cultural and environmental quality for our City.
Projects I have promoted as Mayor are:
Lack of employment and a place to live force many outside our city limits.
Hillside Planning Programs;, Flood Management Program;
Housing, economic stability, responsive open government, and beautification,
Laguna Lake Management Plan;
all must walk hand-in-hand. We must keep and build our beautiful city for
Downtown Revitalization and Beautification;
the enjoyment of those who live here. But we must not make an island out
Architectural. and Historical Preservation Policies;
of San Luis Obispo!
Rent Stabilization and long-term leases for mobilehome owners;
Energy Conservation Element; Growth Management Program;
sl Ron Dunin
Emergency Preparedness; Community Cultural Events.
Specific goals for another term include:
The finalization of plans for a cultural arts center;
The completion of the library/community center and Mission Plaza exten-
sion;
The further safekeeping of our natural resources and hillsides.
sl Melanie C. Billig
STATEMENT OF CANDIDATE
MEMBER OF CITY COUNCIL'
City of San Luis 011ispo
MARLAINE HUBBARD AGE: 37
Occupation: Businesswoman/Mother/Former Teacher
Education and Qualifications:
Education
B.S. degree in Business Management & Marketing from USC, 1970.
Relevant Professional Experience
12 years in management and buying for Bullock's Dept. Stores, Los
Angeles and Goldwaters, Phoenix, Arizona. Responsible for profitability
of a multi million dollar business, advertising and product development.
Part-time instructor at Cuesta College (serve on advisory council).
4'years as an account executive at Dean Witter Reynolds.
Family
Married, one son, Trevor. 1 have lived in SLO for over 5 years.
Military Service
A Navy brat for 18 years (father was a Captain D. D. S. in Navy for 30_
years).
Community Involvement in SLO
As a voter before, starting now I would like to give something back. I am
professional, a listener, a doer and have excelled in .all previous jobs and
offer a diverse background not currently represented on the Council.
sl MarWne Hubbard
STATEMENT OF CANDIDATE FOR
MEMBER OF CITY COUNCIL
City of San Luis Obispo
PAUL ADAM LEWIS AGE: 20
Occupation: San Luis Obispo Citizen/Cal Poly Student
Education and QuaOfications: I graduated from Harvard School in Los Angeles
and I am currently a Junior at Cal Poly in the School of Architecture and
Environmental Design. I am in the process of becoming a Landscape Archi-
tecture major. While at Cal Poly, I have been actively involved in the Multi -
Cultural Center and a number of other student activities. I consider San Luis
Obispo to be my home and I am planning to stay.
I have always been interested by politics and the workings of government
and I have been studying San Luis Obispo city government since I first came
to Cal Poly. I have no conflicts of interest and I have no ties to any special
interest groups. I believe myself to be capable of leadership and rational deci-
sion making based on previous experiences. I believe in fairness and balance
and I am sensitive to human issues. I will listen to all sides of every issue
and I believe I can then make decisions that are fair to all parties.
I consider myself open and responsive to San Luis Obispo citizens. I believe
in responsive government and want to encourage greater participation by all
citizens.
sl Paul Adam Lewis
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STAT' T OF CANDIDATE FOR
MEIm fR OF CITY COUNCIL
City of San Luis Obispo
ALLEN K. SETTLE AGE: 42'
Occupation: Incumbent Councilman/Professor of Political Science
Education and Qualifications: Since 1974, 1 have enjoyed working for a better
community and city government in San Luis Obispo. My experience includes:
Member of the city council since 1961.
Selected by council to be Vice Mayor.
Twice elected chairman of the city planning commission, 1974-1977.
Member and chair of the Environmental Review Committee, 1975-1977.
Member of the city housing task force, 1975-1976. .
Member and president of the County Area Council of Governments,
1977-1979.
Member of the city -county rural land use task force on city -county plan-
ning, 1975-1977.
Appointed member of the city council, 1977-1979.
Member of the city planning commission, 1979-1960.
President of the Channel Counties Division of the League of California
Cities, 1983-1984.
I have also held memberships in community organizations such as Obispo
Beautiful Association, Old Town Homeowners Association, Chamber of Com-
merce, and the PTA.
My family and I have lived in San Luis Obispo since 1970.
1 am a political science professor at California Polytechnic State University
specializing in municipal government, finance, law, planning and public admin-
istration. My Ph.D. degree is from the University of California.
believe my experience will enable me to continue to be an effective mem-
ber of the city council.
sl Allen K. Settle
STATEMENT OF CANDIDATE FOR
MEMBER OF CITY COUNCIL
City of San Luis Obispo
RON BEARCE AGE: 31
Occupation: Downtown Businessman
Education and Qualifications:
Background
Grew up in San Luis Obispo
1972 graduate of SLO High
Attended both Cuesta College and Cal Poly
Babtised and married in the historic St Stephen's Episcopal Church
Now raising a family: my two year old's great -great grandfather was an
1880's downtown businessman
Former seven year resident and home owner in the Old Town Area
Active as a performing artist, singing in local church and community
groups
An experienced professional artist as a glassblower, designer
Five year member of the SLO Rec. Dept. Softball Players Association
Active in business, environmental, and community issues
Qualifications
SLO businessman for 13 years; downtown businessman for three
Co-chairman of the Downtown Business Association.
Member of the SLO Chamber of Commerce
Member of the Downtown Business Improvement Association
Leader of the successful parking garage initiative battle in 1983
Mayoral candidate in 1963, coming within 362 voters of winning, out of
over 9000 cast
Author of the 1985 Affordable Housing Initiative
Author of the 1985 Downtown Development and Parking Plan
Backer of the following:
Streamlining the permit process
An affordable Performing Arts Center
A downtown pedestrian mall
My moderate approach would become a balancing factor with the current
City Council.
STATEMENT OF CANDID" ,f OR
F—WNT OF CANDIDATE FOR
MEMBER OF CITY C"IL
'-, cMBER OF CITY COUNCIL
City of San Luis Obispo
City of San Lois Obispo'
PAUL R. AGNEW AGE: 22
PENNY RAPPA AGE: 40
Occupation: Public Administration
Occupation: Planning Commission/Homemaker
Education and Qualifications:
Education and Quafficatians:
Relevant Professional Experience:
Eleven year resident of Old Town, San Luis Obispo.
Government administrative and management experience'at the local, state,
Married - husband Joe Rappa
and federal levels.
three children - Tricia, Chris and Diane
Education:
Community Involvement
B.A. degree in Political Science (emphasis on local government manage-'
Founding member of the Old Town Neighborhood Association
ment) from Cal Poly.
San Luis Obispo City Architectural Review Commission
Family:
San Luis Obispo City Planning Commission
Wife of tour years, Kelly.
San Luis Obispo County Planning Commission
League Women Voters
Communityand Professional Activities:
Obispo Beautiful •
a
I have been involved with a variety of community, university, and profes-
San Luis Obispo Historical Society
sionally oriented organizations.
San Luis Obispo School Board Committee
San Luis Obispo Swim Club
sl Paul Agnew
Old Mission School Parents Club
sl Penelope A. Rappa
STATEMENT OF CANDIDATE FOR
MEMBER OF CITY COUNCIL
City of San Luis Obispo
GARY G. FOWLER AGE: '47
Occupation: Military Officer/Businessman
Education and Qualifications: Education: Associate Arts Degree, EI Camino Col-
lege, and upper division studies at Southern Illinois University, USC and com-
pletion of studies for 'Bachelor's Degree At California Polytechnic State Uni-
versity, San Luis Obispo.
Professional Experience: Logistics Officer with California National Guard at
Camp San Luis Obispo with 29 years experience. A graduate of the Com-
mand & General Staff College and a Major, Corps -of -Engineers.
I have been a resident of the City of San' Luis -Obispo since 1968.' I am
employed fulltime as a California Highway Patrol Officer in the San 'Luis'
Obispo office and have been with the CHP for over 19 years. I have busi-
ness investments in property in San Luis Obispo.
Affiliations: A member of the National Guard of the United States and the
State of California - Phi Kappa Psi Fratemity-Life member YMCA and past
member of Chamber of Commerce and other civic activities.
Professional Experience: Over fifteen years of logistical management and
planning experience dealing with emergency situations and support roles to
city, county and state governments or allied agencies
sl Gary G. Fowler
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FULL TEXT OF MEASURE
CITY OF SAN LUIS OBISK--
AMENDMENT TO CITY CHARTER
LIMITS ON COUNCIL TERMS OF OFFICE
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Council of the City of San
Luis Obispo as follows:
SECTION 1. The general municipal election ordered to be held on Tues-
day, November 5, 1985, shall include voting on a proposed amendment to
Charter Section 405 which would qualify terms of office to exclude partial
terms of less than one-half duration.
SECTION 2. Said proposed Charter amendment would amend Section 405
of the Charter of the City of San Luis Obispo to read as follows:
SECTION 405. Limitation of Terms.
(A) Neither the Mayor nor any member of the Council shall serve in the
same office for more than eight (8) years in succession;rop vided,
however, that any time in office resulting from a partial term which is
less than one-half (1h) the length of the full term for that office, shall
not be considered.
(The provisions to be added by the proposed Charter Amendment are those
provisions underlined in the proposed Section 405, immediately above).
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IMPARTUU _ '%LYSIS BY CITY ATTORNEY
MEASURE C -
'The current Charter regulates the amount of time that the Mayor or a
Councilmember can stay in the same office to a maximum of eight (8) years.
From time to time, individuals are elected or appointed to the Council as the
result of a vacancy that occurs during the term. The proposed measure, if
adopted, would provide that time served in office due to an appointment or
election which is less than one-half (1h) of the full term for that office would
not count towards the eight (8) years. The full terms for Mayor and Coun-
cilmember are two (2) and four (4) years, respectively. This measure, 4
adopted, could result in fewer special elections being held in the future to'
select replacements for Council vacancies. Otherwise, there are no significant
fiscal impacts for the City."
sl Roger Picquet, City Attorney
ARGUMENT IN FAVOR OF MEASURE C
The Charter now limits to,eight consecutive years the time that a Mayor
or Councilmember may serve in the same office, but does not address the
situation, which arises from appointment or election of a person to fill a
vacancy for less than a full term. The limitation means that a councilmem-
ber who has served a partial term, plus one full four-year term, would be
required to resign during a second full four-year term after serving a total of
eight years, resulting in a new partial term vacancy and the situation repeat-
ing itself.
This amendment is proposed to designate that anyone who serves less
than one-half a term would not have to count the partial term time in the
eight year total.
The original intent of the eight year restriction was to prevent a person
from serving an unlimited time in the same office. This proposed amendment
is not meant to change that intent. A vote for Measure C will only affect a
person who serves a partial term.and then wishes to additionally serve eight
successive years in the same office.
sl GlennaDeane Dovey; Councilmember
sl Ron Dunin, Councilmember
sl Allen K. Settle, Vice -Mayor
NO ARGUMENT AGAINST THIS MEASURE
WAS SUBMITTED
FULL TEXT OF MEAS 0
CITY OF SAN LUIS b wPO
AMENDMENTS TO CITY CHARTER
MUNICIPAL CODE
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Council of the City of San
Luis Obispo as follows:
SECTION 1. The general municipal election ordered to be held on Tues-
day, November 5, 1985, shall include voting on a proposed amendment to
Charter Sections 602 and 606 which would revise ordinance publication
requirements and amendments.
SECTION 2. Said proposed Charter revisions would amend Sections 602
and 606 of the Charter of the City of San Luis Obispo to read as follows:
SECTION 602. Requirements of Ordinances.
(A) With the sole exception of ordinances which take effect upon adop-
tion referred to in this article, no ordinance shall be passed by the Council
on the day of its introduction nor within five (5) days thereafter, nor until
its publication at least once in full in a newspaper of the City of San Luis
Obispo at least three (3) days before its adoption; and in case of amend-
ment being made thereto before the final adoption of the ordinance, the
amended portion or portions of said ordinance must in like manner be
republished at least one day before its adoption as amended, provided that
no less than a full subsection shall be published. The correction of typo-
graphical or clerical errors shall not constitute an amendment within the
meaning of the foregoing sentence.
(B) The publication of ordinances as required by subdivision (A) may be
satisfied by the publication of a summary of the proposed ordinance in lieu
of publication of the full text as required in subdivision (A). At the time
the proposed ordinance is introduced, the Council shall determine whether
the full text of the ordinance shall be published or whether a summary
shall be published: if the Council fails to so determine, the full text shall
be published. If the Council determines that a summary shall be published,
the .summary shall be approved by the City Attorney. A copy of the full
text of the proposed ordinance shall be on file in the office of the City
Clerk on and after the first business day following its introduction, and
shall be available to any interested member of the public.
SECTION 606. Amending Ordinances.
No ordinance shall be amended by reference to its title, but the subsec-
tions thereof to be amended shall be re-enacted at length as amended;
and any amendments passed contrary to the provisions of this section
shall be void.
(The provisions to be added by the proposed Charter Amendments are those
provisions underlined in the proposed Sections 602 and 606, immediately
above).
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IMP A•L ANALYSIS BY CITY ATTORNEY
MEASURE 0
"The current Charter regulates the manner by which the City of San Luis
Obispo Municipal Code may be amended or changed. It requires that an
amendment, and the subsequent required publication in the local newspaper,
be no less than an entire section of the Code. The proposed measure, it
adopted, would change the requirement so that an amendment (and the
related newspaper notice) could be no less than a subsection of the Code.
"Section" and "subsection" are the technical terms used to describe the
specific component parts of chapters of the Code. This measure, if adopted,
would result in minor savings in clerical, administrative, and advertising costs
to the City."
sl Roger Picquet, City Attorney
ARGUMENT IN FAVOR OF MEASURE 0
The Charter currently requires that entire sections of the Municipal Code
be amended by the Council and published in the newspaper even when only
one word or a minor part of a section might be affected. This results in
needless expense, unnecessary effort, and a general waste of city tax funds.
In addition, it can be very confusing to the public in trying to determine
exactly what changes have been made to the Municipal Code.
This measure, if adopted, would amend the Charter to eliminate redundant
and unnecessary paper work whenever the Municipal Code is changed. Only
the specific portions (subsections) of the Municipal Code to be changed
would come to the Council for action and subsequently be published in the
newspaper. The public would be better informed by not having to read
through any unnecessary additional language in order to understand the
changes being made to.the Municipal Code. Money will be saved by reducing
unnecessary staff work and advertising costs. Of course, the Council can
always require that larger portions of the Municipal Code be brought to them
for consideration and publication than minimally required if it decided that the
public interest would be served.
In the interest of cost efficiency and clarity in government procedures,
vote YES on Measure D.
sl Ron Dunin, Councilmember
NO ARGUMENT AGAINST THIS MEASURE
WAS SUBMITTED
FULL TEXT OF MEASURE ;
CITY OF SAN LUIS OBISPC_
AMENDMENT TO CITY CHARTER
DEVELOPMENT OF ANNEXED LANDS
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Council of the City of San
Luis Obispo as follows:
SECTION 1. The general municipal election ordered to be held on Tues-
day, November 5, 1985, shall include voting on a proposed amendment to the
Charter of the City of San Luis Obispo to add Section 908 requiring annexed
lands to be developed in a manner and at a time consistent with the General
Plan.
SECTION 2. Said proposed Charter amendment would add Section 908 to
the Charter of the City of San Luis Obispo to read as follows:
SECTION 908. Development of Annexed Lands.
Lands annexed to the City may only be developed at a time and in a
manner consistent with the General Plan adopted by the City and as may
be amended from time to time by the Council.
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IMPARTIAL LYSIS BY CITY ATTORNEY
"MEASURE E
"State law regulates annexations to municipalities and further requires
cities to enact rules and regulations regarding certain aspects of land use,
planning and zoning matters. In addition, as a Charter City, San Luis Obispo
has independent authority to enact reasonable laws on matters determined to
be "municipal affairs". These local regulations are generally found in the City
of San Luis Obispo Municipal -Code and other related documents such as the
General Plan. The current Charter does not specifically address the subject
of development policies for land which is annexed to the City. This measure,
if adopted, would provide that lands annexed to the City may only be'de-
veloped consistent with the General Plan, The General Plan may be amended
from time to time by the Council. This measure is, in essence, an expression
of existing law regarding annexation, land use and development. This mea-
sure, if adopted, has no fiscal impacts on the City."
sl Roger Picquet, City Attorney
ARGUMENT IN FAVOR OF MEASURE E
The City's General Plan is the basic document for controlling and regulat-
ing development and land use within the City.
Although State law allows the City to prezone property 'proposed for
annexation to the City, there is nothing in the City Charter which specifically
provides that all such prezoning shall be consistent with the City's General
Plan.
The City Charter is the City's local constitution for all municipal affairs.
including the regulation of land use. The Charter can only be amended by a
vote of the people.
To make it clear that all prezoning, zoning and use of annexed property
shall be subject to the City's General Plan, the City Council is asking the
voters to amend the City Charter to specifically require that all annexed pro-
perty be consistent with the City's General Plan.
Please vote YES on Measure E.
sl Melanie C. Billig, Mayor
NO ARGUMENT AGAINST THIS MEASURE
WAS SUBMITTED
city of san tuis oBispo
STATEMENTS
OF.
CANDIDATES
The following Candidates' Statements on local issues and positions for office have
been filed with the City Clerk pursuant to Section 2807, Paragraph 1, Subparagraph f,
of the Municipal Code of the City of San Luis Obispo for distribution to the registered
voters of the City.
MAYOR
Ron Dunin
Melanie C. Billig
CITY COUNCIL
Marlaine Hubbard
Allen K. Settle
Paul Adam Lewis
Ron Bearce
Paul R. Agnew
Penny Rappa
Gary G. Fowler
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OFFICE OF MAYOR. CITY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO
Ren Otmin
As a Candidate for Mayor of the City Council of the City of San Luis Obispo
at the General Municipal Election, to be held on November 5, 1985 1 submit
the following statement of position:
My name is: Ron Ounin
My age is:
My occupation is: BusinessmanlCouncilmember
As an experienced businessman and community worker, if elected, I will:
- Restore the right to public input at all times during Council meetings
- Restrict Council decision making to agenda items only, with full notice
hearing
- Reinstate fiscal responsibility by establishing priorities:
. Protection of life and property
. Services and maintenance
. Recreation and beautification
- Continue to protect the environment and resources in the city such
Laguna Lake and existing open space areas
- Give special attention to the downtown core area to retain its chara
and vitality
- Assign high priority to expansion of Mission Plaza and to problems a
ciated with parking structure - not a Taj Mahal - with cooperation of
city, county and private enterprise.
- Work for construction of a new library NOW
- Encourage expansion of the economic base as is called for by the Ci
"Strategic Plan", now that the economy of the city is at a crossroads
- Seek development of high-tech industry and a research center to pro
employment to our young people
- Attract tourists by creating a community center, built, financed and m
aged by an independent agency or commission with the city in a lea
ship role
- Address the city housing element, to provide for the first-time buyer
senior housing units
- Encourage development of a long-range water supply program inclu
city participation in the State water project
- Support flood and fire protection, student housing and Greek Row,
safe sidewalks, street surfaces and bike lanes.
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The City needs a mayor who will be a true leader and work with and for the
people: one who will act as a liaison and buffer between the bureaucracy
and the people. To that end, I will regularly consult with the University,
business community, environmentalists, seniors, and students for their input
in formulating the Mayor's Work Program.
sl Ron Dunin
OFFICE OF MAYOR, CITY 0^N LUIS OBISPO
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Melanie C. Bilfig
As a Candidate for Mayor of the City Council of the City of San Luis Obispo
at the General Municipal Election, to be held on November 5. 1985 1 submit
the following statement of position:
My name is: Melanie C. Billig
My age is: 42
My occupation is: Mayor/Housewife/Former School Teacher
. THE CITY'S CHARACTER AND CHARM DEPEND UPON_ ITS SMALL-
TOWN ATMOSPHERE AND RURAL SETTING.
The City's natural and historic resources such as its older buildings, creeks,
peaks, open space and Laguna Lake must be protected from urban sprawl
and insensitive development. During my term as mayor, the city has adopt-
ed and implemented the Hillside Planning Program, the Laguna Lake Manage-
ment Plan, the Flood Management Plan and Historical Preservation Policies.
. SAN LUIS _OBISPO MUST RETAIN ITS LEADERSHIP ROLE AS THE
COMMERCIAL, FINANCIAL AND CULTURAL CENTER OF THE COUNTY.
The commercial viability of the City should be secured by: continuing strong
support of San Luis Obispo as a regional shopping and financial center;
securing additional department stores; providing additional downtown parking;
continuing implementation of downtown revitalization and beautification; the
renovation of the Amtrak station; and the extension of Mission Plaza. Cul-
tural activities will be furthered by a new library/community center and a
downtown performing arts facility.
. CITY RESIDENTS SHOULD ENJOY THEIR NEIGHBORHOODS.
Although the city encourages and depends upon tourists and out-of-town
shoppers, the City's first allegiance is to its own residents. We must protect
and preserve our residential neighborhoods. Neighborhood parks should be an
open and safe place for the residents. Older residential neighborhoods near
downtown should be protected from large scale speculative office develop-
ments.
. THE CITY SHOULD ACCEPT REASONABLE GROWTH CONSISTENT WITH
THE GENERAL PLAN, NATURAL RESOU_RCEC_A_PABILITIES AND THE
COMMUNITY'S ABILITY TO PAY.
We have not stopped growth and we will not, however, we must manage it
to insure its compatibility with our community. Urban sprawl must be pre-
vented so as to maintain our distinct character and boundaries. Should addi-
tional water or other resources be required, new development should bear the
costs.
. THE MAYOR _AYORMUST PROVIDE POSITIVE, EFFECTIVE, DYNAMIC LEADER-
SHIP.
1 -have worked to build bridges between groups and agencies in the commun-
ity. Two excellent areas of City -County cooperation have been the plans for
the new library/community center and downtown parking. I meet regularly
with student and administration representatives from Cal Poly on common
concerns and projects. The new Santa Rosa landscape project is an example
of University, City and State cooperation.
I will continue to be a full-time mayor who represents all the people, not
just special interests. Your mayor needs to have a vision for this community
and a willingness to work with all groups sharing our common goal for a bet-
ter San Luis Obispo
sl Melanie C. Billig
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MEMBER OF CITY COUNCIL., CITY OF SAN Lr IBISPO
Marlaine Hubbard
As a Candidate for Councilmember of the City Council of the City of San
Luis Obispo at the General Municipal Election, to be held on November 5,
1985 1 submit the following statement of position:
My name is: Marlaine Hubbard
My age is: 37
My occupation is: Businesswoman]Mother/Former Teacher
I love this community, it is truly home.
My track record in business is all that speaks for me now.
• I have been successful economically, that takes long-range financial plan-
ning.
• I am conservative, that means solutions, not passing the buck.
• I am a worker, that means setting goals.
• I believe in controlled growth, that means competition is healthy.
• I believe in preserving the quality of our environment, that is why we are
all here!
Most importantly I am a listener, and the more I speak and listen to resi-
dents on issues, the less I feel is represented in the Council. I believe I could
fill this missing link. It was time to offer you that choice, so here I am.
sl Marlaine Hubbard
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MEMBER CITY COUNCOTY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO
Allen K. Settle
As a Candidate for Councilmember of the City Council of the City of San
Luis Obispo at the General Municipal Election, to be held on November 5,
1985 1 submit the following statement of position:
My name is: Allen K. Settle
My age is: 42
My occupation is: Incumbent
I AM COMMITTED TO PRESERVING THE NATURAL ENVIRONMENT AND
HISTORIC CHARACTER OF OUR CITY
Hillside and creek development must continue to be strictly regulated to
prevent flooding, erosion and destruction of the scenic environment. We must
continue emergency planning essential for fire and flood prevention and avoid
extending urban services the City lacks capacity to provide. We must protect
neighborhoods against excessive traffic, noise, and densities.
WE MUST PLAN GROWTH LIMITED TO EXISTING RESOURCES
I supported the council -adopted growth management ordinance, hillside
development plan, park, flood, and water policies. We must have a clear
policy on future water resources.
INSURE THE ECONOMIC VIABILITY OF DOWNTOWN AND BUSINESS
THROUGHOUT THE CITY
City policies must continue to encourage shopping within the City to mini-
mize loss of revenue to other communities. We need to expand existing
downtown parking lots without removing commercially valuable buildings. Mis-
sion Plaza and the central business district must remain the focal point of
our City. Cultural facilities and a new City -County library facility are needed
in the downtown area of the city.
HOUSING AFFORDABILITY
I continue to encourage developers through incentives to provide afford-
able housing, particularly for seniors and young families. The City and Cal
Poly must continue to work together to secure more on -campus housing
and a Greek Row. The permit process continues to need improvement but
not at the expense of quality control of completed housing projects. We must
also protect the integrity of existing residential neighborhoods.
CONSISTENT POLICIES, REASONED DECISIONS AND SOUND MANAGE-
MENT
I continue to support efficient, open, and honest government that is func-
tional, environmentally sensitive, considerately decisive and encourages citi-
zen participation. We must remain free from conflicts of interest making the
Council unwilling or unable to decide fairly the City's future development. I
continue to support the use of the two-year budget and programs to protect
the taxpayers dollars from costly litigation.
THE CITY NEEDS AN EXPERIENCED, ACTIVE LEADER ON THE COUNCIL
I have been involved in City government since 1974, serving on the Plan-
ning Commission, Housing and Environmental Review Committees, City Coun-
cil and Presidents of the Area Council of Governments and Channel Counties
Division of the League of California Cities. My background is in municipal
administration, finance, planning and law.
I offer my experience and knowledge of City government to help you
make informed decisions on these issues.
I would appreciate your vote to re-elect me November 5th.
sl Allen K. Settle
MEMBER CITY COUNCIL, CITY OF SAN LUIS OBI;
Paul Adam Lewis
As a Candidate for Councilmember of the City Council of the City of San
Luis Obispo at the General Municipal Election, to be held on November 5,
1985 1 submit the following statement of position:
My name is: Paul Adam Lewis
My age is: 20
My occupation is: San Luis Obispo citizen/Cal Poly student
Considering myself open and responsive to San Luis Obispo citizens, and
to local community needs, I feel obliged to run for city council. Since I
believe in responsive government and want to encourage greater participation
by all citizens in the electoral process and local government, I feel my candi-
dacy will be a catalyst which will stimulate increased community participation
in local governmental affairs.
I believe that San Luis Obispo is currently beginning a new chapter in its
history and that its past policies and future goals must be carefully
assessed. The next 20 years are going to be the most critical years in this
region's development for the extended future. By planning for the future we
can protect San Luis Obispo from the problems of urban sprawl and over
development while still allowing growth that will be healthy for the region.
California has become a popular place to settle and San Luis Obispo has
become especially desirable. We can neither hide from nor stop growth, but
we can creatively control growth by keeping it in planned moderation with
managed and reasonable development.
I feel there are also a number of other issues of high priority for the city.
We need to keep the high quality of our city services, including water man-
agement; in this manner we can plan better for the future. A special part of
San Luis Obispo's character is its cultural heritage which includes the city's
love for the performing arts and literature. I believe improved facilities appro-
priate to San Luis Obispo's needs for both should be researched and put into
action. It is important that the city have a number of quality shopping areas,
but downtown must remain as an integrated shopping district.
San Luis Obispo is the financial, commercial, and cultural center of the
county and should continue to be the center. Through proper planning and
foresight we can guarantee the aesthetic preservation of San Luis Obispo's
natural and cultural resources. I. would like to see San Luis Obispo remain
the beautiful city that it is today. I will work with all groups, emphasizing our
common purposes and responsibilities, and, as a councilmember, I will repre-
sent and be concerned with the needs of all of San Luis Obispo's citizens.
sl Paul Adam Lewis
MEMBER CITY COUNCIL, (EDF SAN LUIS OBISPO
Ron Bearce
As a Candidate for Councilmember of the City Council of the City of San
Luis Obispo at the General Municipal election, to be held on November 5,
1985 1 submit the following statement of position:
My name is: Ron Bearce
My age is: 31
My occupation is: Downtown Businessman
Priorities
--Affordable Housing
--The growth and prosperity of the downtown
--Streamlining the permit process
--Additional commercial growth city-wide
--Moderate housing growth
--An affordable performing arts center
--A privately -funded downtown pedestrian Higuera-Garden Mall
--Creation of a Greek Row for fraternaties and sororities
--Creating the Old Town Preservation Plan
--Starting up monthly open Town Hall Meetings
--Implementing a shuttle bus ridership program for the downtown
Background
--Grew up in San Luis Obispo
--1972 graduate of San Luis High
--Attended both Cuesta College and'Cal Poly
--Babtised and married in the historic St. Stephen's Episcopal Church
--Now raising a family; my two year old son's great -great grandfather was
an 1880's downtown businessman
--Former Old Town Area seven year resident and homeowner
--Active as a performing artist, singing in local church and community groups
--An experienced professional artist as a glassblower, designer, craftsman
--Five year member of the SLO Rec. Dept. Softball Players Association
--Active in business, environmental, and community issues
Qualifications:
San Luis Obispo businessman for 13 years, downtown businessman for
three
--Co-chairman of the Downtown Business Association
--Member of the San Luis Obispo Chamber of Commerce
--Member of the Downtown Business Improvement Association
--Leader of the successful parking garage initiative battle in 1983
--Mayoral candidate in 1983, coming within 362 voters of winning (out of
over 9000 total votes cast)
--Author of the 1985 Affordable Housing Initiative
--Author of the 1985 Downtown Development and Parking Plan
--Backer of the following:
Streamlining the permit process
An affordable Performing Arts Center
A downtown pedestrian mall
Cutting back overregulation of small businesses
My broad business, artistic, political, and community background would
give the city a moderate approach that would become a balancing factor on
the current City Council.
The common sense that existed on past councils has been absent in
recent years. Instead of wasting more money on studies, the council should
listen to local citizens for valuable input.
The behind -the -scenes political manuvering that few outside City Hall
know goes on should be replaced with an open approach to city issues.
As someone who grew up here, the quality of life and future of our city
are my top priorities.
sl Ronald D. Bearce
MEMBER CITY COUNCIL, CITY OF SAN LUIOPO
Paul R. Agnew
As a Candidate for Councilmember of the City Council of the City of San
Luis Obispo at the General Municipal Election, to be held on November 5,
1985 1 submit the following statement of position:
My name is: Paul R. Agnew
My age is: 22
My occupation is: Public Administration
My experience as a Congressional Staff Representative, an Administrative
intern in San Luis Obispo County's Auditor -Controller's office, and as an
administrative support clerk at a state university have all provided me with
ample general experience in the management and operations of government.
Through my educational concentration on local government, I have gained a
clear understanding of city government, its operations, and its impact on
local citizens.
I am aware of those specific issues which are of concern to the city of San
Luis Obispo. Although some issues (such as parking and water problems) are
integral components to public debate, there are much more wide-ranging,
long-term issues which must be addressed. These topics are primarily econo-
mic in nature. Of great concern must be the absorption of our young people
(18 to 30 years) into the local community. San Luis Obispo must not only
provide affordable housing for the young people, but we must also provide
adequate employment opportunity for our young. Without expanding oppor-
tunities, this city is not utilizing a great deal of the human resources avail-
able to it.
A program which promotes opportunity is sure to benefit young and old alike.
The city of San Luis Obispo is a fine city. In many respects it is a model
city. The time is fast approaching to expand the goals and agenda of the
city. At this time I offer my youthful enthusiasm and commitment to the city
as my contribution in this undertaking.
sl Paul Agnew
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MEMBER CITY COUNIDITy OF SAN LUIS OBISPO
Penny Rappa
As a Candidate for Councilmember of the City Council of the City of San
Luis Obispo at the General Municipal Election, to be held on November 5,
1985 1 submit the following statement of position:
My name is: Penny Rappa
My age is: 40
My occupation is: Planning Commissioner/Homemaker
SAN LUIS OBISPO HAS A UNIQUE CHARM WHICH MUST BE PRESERVED
In 1974 we chose to move to San Luis Obispo from Monterey, which was
already losing the small-town character which is so important for family life.
San Luis Obispo must never be allowed to lose that charm, and I will work
full time to maintain it
NEIGHBORHOOD PRESERVATION IS ESSENTIAL
I became active in city affairs seven years ago with the issue of office intru-
sions into the historical residential neighborhoods surrounding downtown. That
issue is still with us, and I hope that I can finally resolve it when I am on
the City Council.
CITY PARKS SHOULD BE A SAFE HAVEN FOR ALL CITY RESIDENTS
I have become concerned that City parks are often unsafe for use by any
person at all hours of the day or night. This must be stopped. I will vigorous-
ly propose and support programs to return the parks to the people.
OTHER MAJOR ISSUES
1. The downtown parking problems must be alleviated.
2. Future growth and development must be accommodated within our
existing resource capabilities.
3. 1 support continued promotion of the downtown business area, a cultur-
al center, and the City -County Library.
4. Our heritage must be protected for future generations.
I ASK FOR YOUR SUPPORT
My participation on various commissions has demonstrated my willingness to
work hard and always stand up for what I believe is right. If you agree with
me that the issues above are of importance to the City, PLEASE VOTE FOR
ME ON NOVEMBER 5, 1985.
sl Penelope A. Rappa
MEMBER CITY COUNCIL. CITY OF SAN LUIS OBI.
Gary G. Fowler
As a Candidate for Councilmember of the City Council of the City of San
Luis Obispo at the General Municipal Election, to be held on November 5,
1985 1 submit the following statement of position:
My name is: Gary G. Fowler
My age is: 47
My occupation is: Military Officer/Businessman
Education: I attended school in Southern Illinois, Southern California and
completed work for my Bachelor's Degree in Social Science at California
Polytechnic University, San Luis Obispo. I frequently attend Cal Poly taking
classes in political science.
I have been a member of the California Highway Patrol for over 19 years
having served in San Francisco, Los Angeles and Paso Robles.
I have been a member of the National Guard for over 29 years and cur-
rently serve as a Major, Corps -of -Engineer's, with assignment as Logistics
Officer, at Camp San Luis Obispo. I have served in this capacity for some 12
years and have coordinated and directed support operations of the National
Guard to cities and counties involved in floods, earthquakes and other emer-
gency situations.
I have graduated from the U.S. Army Command and General Staff Col-
lege, as well as special officer courses throughout the United States. I have
graduated from the Specialized Training Institute Courses at Camp. San Luis
Obispo in Emergency Management; Officer Safety .and Military Support to
Civil Authority.
As a resident of San Luis Obispo since 1968 1 have had an opportunity to
observe controlled growth in housing, population and pollution free industry. I
want San Luis Obispo to remain a pollution free city but with the desired and
needed services of a modem and progressive city. I want to see more jobs
for young people but a community that protects and provides a place for
senior citizen's as well as single family sites.
I have alway's supported and voted for mobile home residents and own-
er's in their quest for a reasonable and controlled increase in rentals by pads
owner's.
I support a better pay package with increased benefits for city employee's
below the management. level. The utility tax in our city could be utilized to
better maintain parks, street repair and cleaning and better services.
A better working relationship can be achieved with students at Cal Poly.
The fraternity and sorority contributions to the city, as well as other clubs
and groups, must be recognized more and rewarded. We must help these
groups solve housing, parking and noise problems through zoning and plan-
ning.
I strongly oppose any further expansion of the California Men's Colony at
Camp San Luis Obispo.
I pledge my vote and support to the residents, voter's and property own-
er's of our city in their desires for good government
sl Gary G. Fowler
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me at:
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