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Home My WebLink About1994 Sample Ballot and Voter Information PamphletSAN LUIS' OBIS \2 p0 CONSOLIDATED GENERAL ELECTION TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 8, 1994 and Voter Information Pamphlet. NOTICE: APPLICATION FOR ABSENT VOTER BALLOT ENCLOSED THE LOCATION OF YOUR POLLING PLACE IS SHOWN ON BACK COVER • POLLS OPEN AT 7 A.M. AND CLOSE AT 8 P.M. • MARK AND TAKE THIS SAMPLE BALLOT TO YOUR POLLING PLACE d1111111fl®e 40 -FC -67668 60 -FC r INSTRUCTIONS TO VOTERS = INSTRUCTIONS TO.VOTERS: 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 fora candidate for Associate Justice of the Supreme Court; Presiding Justice, Court of Appeal; or Associate Justice, Court of Appeal, PUNCH OUT THE CROSS (+) after the word "YES," to the right of the name of the candidate. To vote against that candidate, PUNCH OUT THE CROSS (+) after the word "NO," to the right of the name of that candidate. To vote for any other candidate of your selection, 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 the other candidates for the same office and PUNCH OUT THE CROSS (+) to the right of the name you have written in, or your vote will not be counted. 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, remove the numbered stubs; hand same to voter andr 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. STEP 3 sr�as�r After you have completed voting, return the �a 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. D•2E/GG tttttttttttttt� E M Cn J�♦nr% w ♦:.�r�tv n TO OFFICIAL BALLOT CONSOLIDATED GENERAL ELECTION COUNTY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 8, 1994 This ballot stub shall be torn off by precinct board member and handed to the voter. SIDE 2 I HAVE VOTED -HAVE YOU? d STATE%Fcita: ELIZABETH NAKANO, Peace and Freedom Social Worker Governor Vote for One KATHLEEN BROWN, Democritic www Treasurer, State of California + a� PETE WILSON, Republican z Governor + � RICHARD RIDER ,Libertarian Stockbroker/Financial Planner t <° JEROME "JERRY" MC CREADY, American << Businessman Independent t GLORIA ESTELA LA RIVA, Peace and <<"x Political Organizer/Printer Freedom + M �f: T r State Treasurer Vote for One >y JON PETERSEN, Libertarian + Financial Systems Developer Lieutenant Governor Vote for One MATT FONG,-Republican J. LUIS GOMEZ, Peace and Freedom syAPPointed «i>:z Accountant/Educator t JAN B. TUCKER, Peace and Freedom Licensed Private Investigator BOB NEW. Libertarian PHIL ANGELIDES, Democratic Businessman + Businessman/Financial Manager CATHIE WRIGHT Republican GEORGE M. MC COY A merican Businesswoman/State Senator w` GRAY DAVIS, Democratic ' <a -Controller of the Stale of California + DANIEL MOSES, Green Attorney General Vote for One Editor t <` ROBERT W. LEWIS, American Independent Criminal Defense Lawyer + Director, Rowland Water District + California Attorney General yiyy �+ is t Attorney + Secretary of.State Vote for One TOM UMBERG ,Democratic ISRAEL FEUER, Peace and Freedom Orange County Assemblyman/Prosecutor Political Organizer/Educatdr + BILL JONES, Republican %h zs' Businessman -Farmer -Legislator + PEGGY CHRISTENSEN, Libertarian g�: Technical Consultant + e DOROTHY KRELSS ROBBINS, rican'c"of + IndAme ende TONY MILLER, Democratic Acting Secretary State + ' MARGARET GARCIA Green Writer/Editor + + �:Q i\jt�y SIDE 2 I HAVE VOTED -HAVE YOU? d State Controller Vote for One ELIZABETH NAKANO, Peace and Freedom Social Worker + NATHAN E. JOHNSON, American Bus Driver Independent + a� KATHLEEN CONNELL, Democratic Businesswoman, Economist, Educator + TOM MC CLINTOCK, Republican Taxpayer Advocate + CULLENE MARIE LANG, Libertarian + r State Treasurer Vote for One >y JON PETERSEN, Libertarian + Financial Systems Developer MATT FONG,-Republican syAPPointed Member, State Board of Equalization + JAN B. TUCKER, Peace and Freedom Licensed Private Investigator + PHIL ANGELIDES, Democratic Businessman/Financial Manager + GEORGE M. MC COY A merican Trade School Instructor Independent + <a Attorney General Vote for One i ROBERT J. EVANS, Peace and Freedom Criminal Defense Lawyer + DAN.LUNGREN, Republican California Attorney General + is RICHARD N. BURNS Libertarian Attorney + TOM UMBERG ,Democratic Orange County Assemblyman/Prosecutor + %h + g�: e :LO:Ci\L i\jt�y 40-101A 101110- OVER 0100- A 141-IOIA VOTE BOTH SIDES A 40-SB401 111111111111111111111111111111 SIDE 1' CARD. B T"t� OFFICIAL BALLOT CONSOLIDATED GENERAL ELECTION COUNTY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 8, 1994 This ballot stub sha0 be torn on by precinct board member and handed to the voter. #a Insurance Commissioner Vote for One A. JACQUES, American Independent + %? Retired Military Personnel of the State Assembly TOM CONDITf Peace and Freedom _ _Member DAVID L. BERSOHN, Libertarian Clerical Worker <' Artist ART TORRES, Democratic + WALTER HOLDEN CAPPS, Democratic . California State Senator „•::, � `A': TED BROWN, Libertarian + Insurance Adjuster/Investigator CHUCK QUACKENBUSH, Republican STATE SENATOR Small Businessman/Legislator :..... + ' Y Member, State Board of Equalization >zne„ 2nd District Vote for One California State Assemblyman ROBERT PRESLEY Democratic + s+\<z Senator r#+ X."; ERNEST VANCE, American Independent + Retired College Administrator "£ DEAN ANDAL, Republican »< Independent Businessman. Assemblyman + >" X. A �I :nri: " ^^ ;gym UNITED STATES SENATOR TOM J. BORDONARO, JR., Republican + Vote for One Farmer/Small Businessman RICHARD BENJAMIN BODDIE, Libertarian + X. Public Speaker :r.<.<:, Local Business Owner BARBARA BLONG, Green + GARY L. KIRKLAND, Libertarian Educator ti: s :>r DIANNE FEINSTEIN, Democratic + United States Senator z >`::' MICHAEL HUFFINGTON, Republican + v \, Independent Businessman. Congressman _ JUDICIAL For Each Candidate ks: PAUL MEEUWENBERG, American + Marketing Consultant Independent Shall JOYCE L. KENNARD YES + S';iGE ELIZABETH CERVANTES BARRON, Peace + term as provided by law? NO + Special Education Teacher and Freedom i\ For Associate Justice of the Supreme Court Shall RONALD M. GEORGE YES + beelected to theofficefora 12 year i$M- term as provided by law? NO + �JNW4 For Associate Justice of the Supreme Court ire czt :2 I HAVE VOTED -HAVE YOU? yC5; UNITED STATES REPRESENTATIVE 22nd District Vote for One :;alis ANDREA SEASTRAND , Republican + of the State Assembly _ _Member DAVID L. BERSOHN, Libertarian <' Artist + >u`e WALTER HOLDEN CAPPS, Democratic . + „•::, � U niversity Professor STATE SENATOR :..... 18th District Vote for One JACK O'CONNELL, Democratic + California State Assemblyman STEVE MAC ELVAINE, Republican r#+ RancherBusinessman MEMBER OF THE STATE ASSEMBLY " ^^ 33rd District Vote for One "t TOM J. BORDONARO, JR., Republican + '" Farmer/Small Businessman JOHN B. ASHBAUGH, Democratic :r.<.<:, Local Business Owner GARY L. KIRKLAND, Libertarian + ti: s Teacher z + Vote Yes or No JUDICIAL For Each Candidate ,» For Associate Justice of the Supreme Court A Shall JOYCE L. KENNARD YES + S';iGE be elected to the office for a 12 year term as provided by law? NO + n\Yi>i2 i\ For Associate Justice of the Supreme Court Shall RONALD M. GEORGE YES + beelected to theofficefora 12 year i$M- term as provided by law? NO + �JNW4 For Associate Justice of the Supreme Court ire czt Shall KATHRYN M. WERDEGAR YES + >* ,•. 6e elected to the office for an 8 year term as provided by law? NO + 40-201B ►* OVER 00* B 140-202B VOTE BOTH SIDES 40-SB501 III Ilium I I m 11 r� 0 m �l SIDE t, A& TOP OFFICIAL BALLOT CONSOLIDATED GENERAL ELECTION COUNTY OF SAN LUIS OBISPC TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 8, 1994 This ballot stub shell be torn off by precinct board member and handed to the voter. CARD D A vw SCHOOL O4l State Superintendent Governing Board Member - of Public Instruction Vote for One Trustee Area No. 1 DELAINE EASTIN + SANTOS ARRONA, JR. Teacher -As emblywoman + :'z'?>a4> MAUREEN G. DIMARCO + ^'' Education Cabinet Secretary + Businessman Z. + + College Student County Superintendent of Schools Vote for One LINDA SHEPHARD + County Superintendent of Schools KENNETH F. PALMER + Teacher/Businessman/Administrator SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT v<; .COUNTY Vote for no n ' Governing Board Member more then Two i<h JAMES W. BRABECK Vote for One + j Incumbent + San Luis Obispo City Clerk .ROGER FREBERG + JULIE L. RODEWALD B u si nes sm an/Educator/Cone ivati onist + "' MICHAEL FRUCHT t Delicatessen Owner t? RAYMOND ZEUSCHNER + Educator C<>�r v+k'ty` JAY SALTER Employee Relations Consultant MARIE "MAGGIE" KIERSCH Incumbent rig2`z' + u 2ky 40.405D ►► OVER ►► U 2 I HAVE VOTED -HAVE YOU? .0-414D VOTE BOTH SIDES 40-SB713 i� SAN LUIS COASTAL UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT O4l Governing Board Member - Vote for no Trustee Area No. 1 more then Two SANTOS ARRONA, JR. + :'z'?>a4> Personnel Administrator ^'' -RALPH GORTON + Businessman DAVID M. GREENWALD + College Student SANDRA NIELSEN + Businesswoman LARRY P. RATHBUN + International Teacher Educator v<; .COUNTY •. County Clerk -Recorder Vote for One <;> DIANE R. GLADWELL + San Luis Obispo City Clerk JULIE L. RODEWALD + "' Deputy County Clerk %l C<>�r v+k'ty` .0-414D VOTE BOTH SIDES 40-SB713 i� RJ SID Ift- TOP OFFICIAL BALLOT CONSOLIDATED GENERAL ELECTION COUNTY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 8, 1994 This baflat stub shall be torn oft by precinct board member and handed to the voter. � A ww r %wp% [v C t' IDE 2. AN I HAVE VOTED -HAVE YOU? CITY STATE 1 p PASSENGER RAIL AND CLEAN AIR BOND v ACT OF 1994. This act provides for a bond t; CITY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO issue of one billion dollars ($1,000,000,000) to pro- vide funds for acquisition of rights-of-way, capi- Mayor Vote for One + ALLEN K. SETTLE transit programs. NO Proposition 182 was removed by law. Council Member/Educator + JIM SCAIFE MENT, Authorizes recall elections to be held within + Author, Actor, Bookseller able consolidation of recall elections with regularly LARK DAWN JURSEK scheduled elections. Current law provides that recall h«:ir Retired Teacher elections must be held between 60 and 80 days + " PENNY RAPPA + .0 Councilmember + t 1 84 FEND RSE NITIATIVE STATUTE. Increases sentences for convicted felons who have previous con- Vote for no `•'`<`' Member of C Council more then Two juveniles. Fiscal Impact: Reaffirms existing law, which results in annual state costs initially of hundreds of PAT VEESART millions increasing to multibillion dollars. Unknown net Contractor/Community Volunteer + local savings for costs of crimes not committed. YES + MARC S. BRAZIL No direct fiscal impact resulting from measure. + ;�'w•'.,>,.;,;. University Student/Manager + f:»^z DODIE WILLIAMS t Planning Commissioner fuel buses, light rail, commuter and intercity rail sys- tems, and other transportation -related programs, in- cluding wetlands, riparian habitat and parks. Fiscal a� ra BILL ROALMAN $630 million annually. Multimillion dollar annual Councilmember, Urban Planner + + + amount of revenues. NO DISTRICT . gg u PORT SAN LUIS HARBOR DISTRICT w' r' Vote for no Commissioner more than Two JIM BLECHA Incumbent t BRITT PHILLIPS Incumbent + MERELINE COAKLEY ti:: Property Manager t ti.:. 'vZ v Sql I HAVE VOTED -HAVE YOU? 40-515E ►* OVER 10* E I 41-so4E VOTE BOTH SIDES E 40-SBOOB 11111111111111110111111111 i� MEASURES SUBMITTED TO VOTE OF VOTERS STATE 1 p PASSENGER RAIL AND CLEAN AIR BOND v ACT OF 1994. This act provides for a bond issue of one billion dollars ($1,000,000,000) to pro- vide funds for acquisition of rights-of-way, capi- tal expenditures, and acquisitionsof rolling YES stack for intercity rail, commuter rail, and rail + + transit programs. NO Proposition 182 was removed by law. 183ELECTIONS. LEGISLATIVE CONSTITUTIONAL AMEND- MENT, Authorizes recall elections to be held within 180 days of certification of sufficient signatures to en- able consolidation of recall elections with regularly scheduled elections. Current law provides that recall elections must be held between 60 and 80 days of the date of certification of sufficient signatures. YES Fiscal Impact: Potentially significant savings to + state and local governments. + 1 84 FEND RSE NITIATIVE STATUTE. Increases sentences for convicted felons who have previous con- victions for certain serious or violent felonies. Includes as prior convictions certain felonies committed by older juveniles. Fiscal Impact: Reaffirms existing law, which results in annual state costs initially of hundreds of millions increasing to multibillion dollars. Unknown net impact on local governments. Unknown state and local savings for costs of crimes not committed. YES + No direct fiscal impact resulting from measure. NO + C ST 1 85 FUNDSCGASOLINE SALES ITAX. NITIA- TIVE STATUTE. Provides for an additional 4% tax on gasoline sales. Revenues for electric rail and clean fuel buses, light rail, commuter and intercity rail sys- tems, and other transportation -related programs, in- cluding wetlands, riparian habitat and parks. Fiscal Impact: Increased gasoline sales tax revenues of about $630 million annually. Multimillion dollar annual increases in state and local costs for mass trans. YES portation services, potentially offset I unknown + + amount of revenues. NO 40-515E ►* OVER 10* E I 41-so4E VOTE BOTH SIDES E 40-SBOOB 11111111111111110111111111 i� m 9t a E CIO SIDE 1 CARD F T= OFFICIAL BALLOT CONSOLIDATED GENERAL ELECTION COUNTY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 8, 1994 This ballot stub shall be torn off by precinct board member and handed to the voter. 2 I HAVE VOTED -HAVE YOU? MEASURES SUBMITTED TO VOTE OF VOTERS 190 1 ANCE. LEGISLATIVE CONSTITUTIONAL STATE AMENDMENT. Transfers disciplinary authority over «\ k" HEALTH SERVICES. TAXES. INITIATIVE 1 86 �^ Vii* CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENT AND on Judicial Performance; provides for public proceed- ^•' STATUTE. Establishes health services system, defined fogs; specifies circumstances warranting removal, re- ,a benefits, for California residents to replace existing #• health insurance, premiums, programs. Costslprovider of judges; increases Commission's citizen mem- YES payments funded by employer, individual, tobacco . ,..; taxes. Elected Health Commissioner administers nificant fiscal Impact on the state. NO ...` >: Fundrsystem. Fiscal Impact: Potentially over $75 billion JUSTICE COURTS. LEGISLATIVE CONSTI- 191 ;a, "�':- in government funds to provide health Insurance.FNO TUTIONAL AMENDMENT. Abolishes justice h.;<.:. Costs could be greaterorless than funds. Potential + gbvemment savings overtime. Impact on state sonnei within municipal courts. Authorizes Legislature >'»g revenues overtime, uncertain, probably not major. + ^w t. courts and qualification and compensation of _ ILLEGAL ALIENS. INITIATIVE STATUTE. municipal court judges, staff. Fiscal Impact: 187 Makes illegal aliens ineligible for public social Probably no significant fiscal impact on state or YES .w services, public health care services (unless emergency �., "•�: under tederel.law), and attendance at public schools. - Requires state/local agencies report suspected illegal :µ;:Vi " • . aliens. Fiscal Impact: Annual statelloral program savings „ntr of roughly $200 million, offset by administrative ORDINANCE ADDING PROVISIONS TO THE costs of tens of millions (potentially more than $100 YES + 1•:z:>>: million in first year). Places at possible risk billions a # of dollars in federal funding for California. NO + gg 188 SMOKING AND TOBACCO PRODUCTS. "s; LOCAL PREEMPTION. STATEWIDE REGU- M LATION. INITIATIVE STATUTE. Preempts local smok- ing laws. Replaces existing regulations with limited + public smoking ban. Permits regulated smoking in most ' public places. Increases penalties for tobacco put - chases by, and sales to, minors. Fiscal Impact: EXEMPTING SPACES FROM RENT CONTROL WHICH Likely, but unknown, annual increase in state YES + ?n and local government health rare costs and state + ' tobacco tax revenues. State enforcement costs NO <'""• of less than $1 million annuall . the Mobilehome Rent Stabilization Ordi- nance which will exempt those mobilehome g?ia;%z BAIL EXCEPTION. FELONY SEXUAL AS-. YES of 189 SAULT. LEGISLATIVE CONSTITUTIONAL '.} x°« w\ AMENDMENT. Amends State Constitution to add fel- \ h� any sexual assault to crimes excepted from right to j :• :�rv. <��<• bail. Other exceptions already include capital offenses Ia"n and felonies involving violence or threats of bodily; . k ` harm to others. Fiscal Impact: Unknown, butprob- ' ab N not significant, costs to local governments; YES unknown, but probably not significant, savings to the state. NO ;n . 'y(Jy�vNv 'n(pv� 2 I HAVE VOTED -HAVE YOU? 40-605F ►, OVER 0* F I 11-IOIF VOTE BOTH SIDES r 40-SB.406 1111111111111111111111119 111 ERFORM- AO COMMISSION ON JUDICIAL PERFORM- 190 1 ANCE. LEGISLATIVE CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENT. Transfers disciplinary authority over �.; :k•• judges from California Supreme Court to Commission Vii* Zi..�"^y' on Judicial Performance; provides for public proceed- fogs; specifies circumstances warranting removal, re- ' tiremsnt, suspension, admonishment, or censure z>I+ ;vvM of judges; increases Commission's citizen mem- YES bership. Fiscal Impact: Not likely to have asig- t• nificant fiscal Impact on the state. NO + ' JUSTICE COURTS. LEGISLATIVE CONSTI- 191 ;a, "�':- vu�v; R. TUTIONAL AMENDMENT. Abolishes justice `��•�•;�' courts; incorporates their operations, judges, and per- sonnei within municipal courts. Authorizes Legislature h. to provide for lirganization, jurisdiction of municipal ^w t. courts and qualification and compensation of _ municipal court judges, staff. Fiscal Impact: Probably no significant fiscal impact on state or YES + local governments. ' COUNTY ORDINANCE ADDING PROVISIONS TO THE MOBILEHOME RENT STABILIZATION ORDINANCE WHICH WILL LIMIT THE AMOUNT RENT CAN BE. INCREASED gg Shall the ordinance addinrovisions to "s; the Mobilehome Rent Stabilization Ordi- nonce which will limit the amount rent can be YES + increased upon change of ownership of a mobilehome, be adopted? NO + ?fir° ORDINANCE ADDING PROVISIONS TO THE MOBILEHOME RENT STABILIZATION ORDINANCE EXEMPTING SPACES FROM RENT CONTROL WHICH A+ k: ARE NOT OCCUPIED AS THE ACTUAL DOMICILE Shall the ordinance addin rovisions to gp <'""• the Mobilehome Rent Stabilization Ordi- nance which will exempt those mobilehome YES of + '.} occupiedcas the actual domicile a mobile + x home tenant, be adopted? NO n .gti 'y(Jy�vNv 'n(pv� 40-605F ►, OVER 0* F I 11-IOIF VOTE BOTH SIDES r 40-SB.406 1111111111111111111111119 111 O — #^Ann *o% %.r%1%60 v T= G OFFICIAL BALLOT CONSOLIDATED GENERAL ELECTION COUNTY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 8, 1994 The ba ct stub shag be torn off by precinct board member and handed to the voter. MEASURE SUBMITTED TO VOTE OF VOTERS COUNTY ORDINANCE AMENDING PROVISIONS OF THE MOBILEHOME RENT STABILIZATION ORDINANCE BY UPDATING THE REFERENCE TO THE CURRENT CONSUMER PRICE INDEX HShall the ordinance amending provisions of the Mobilehome Rent Stabilization Or dinance by updating the reference to the currentYES + consumer price index, authorizing the Board of Supervisors to set the fee for application for rent NO + increase and extending the time for hearings, be adopted? M71 40-701G 40-SB407 SIDE 2 11111111111111111111 111111 N 3 m VOTER'S PAMPHLET The following pages contain CANDIDATES' STATEMENTS; BALLOT MEASURES AND ANALYSES AND ARGUMENTS (whichever is applicable to your ballot) . This pamphlet may not contain a statement for each candidate. 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. EACH CANDIDATE'S STATEMENT IS PRINTED EXACTLY AS SUBMITTED BY THE CANDIDATE. ARGUMENTS IN SUPPORT OF OR IN OPPOSITION TO THE PROPOSED LAWS ARE THE OPINIONS OF THE AUTHORS 40 -VP -7 STATEMENT OF CAN ~ E FOR COUNTY CLERK -REORDER County of San Luis. Obispo DIANE R. GLADWELL AGE: 38 Occupation: San Luis Obispo City Clerk Education and Qualifications: Genuine experience... Five years as a professional Clerk, nine years managing payment systems for Foods -4 -Less. (The other candidate was in. the Supe Nor Court Division prior to February, which is now transferred to another department.) I am the Second Vice President of the California Clerk's Associa- tion and have received many awards, including the Presidential Award .of Distinction for Excellence in Administration, National awards for computerized records management, and am regarded as a computer technology expert.. If I am elected, you will see: Savings of $200,000 annually. This will be achieved through the re-engineering processes I used to achieve a 22% reduction as City Clerk. Satellite Offices. In addition to. Atascadero, new offices in the South County and Paso Robles. Byapplyingadvanced computer services, low overhead and're-trained personnel, you can request birth certificates, etc. without driving to San Luis Obispo. Faster service for escrows. My records management, document im- aging, and private sector expertise will speed your escrow process: Competent election management. I am one of six Clerks who advise the League of California Cities on proposed State election legislation. My husband of 19 years and two sons encourage me and we are firmly committed to the prosperity of San Luis Obispo County. s/ Diane R. Gladwell 40-13 STA ' NT OF CANDIDATE FOR C TY CLERK -RECORDER County of San Luis Obispo JULIE L. RODEWALD AGE: 40 Occupation: Deputy County Clerk County of San Luis Obispo Education and Qualifications: When you cast your vote; I urge you to base your decision on my proven qualifications. As, Deputy County Clerk, I have performed this job capably and. effectively for years, and assumed all duties of the department. -head in February, 1994. Our department's functions include conducting major elections, re- viewing and recording complex legal and land title documentation, and performing civil marriages, to name a few. Because our office touches so many lives, knowledge and experience in a County Clerk -Recorder's Office are critical to maintaining the high quality of service it provides. During my twelve years in this office, I have: Managed up to 51 employees in every aspect of their duties; Developed and implemented the budget of nearly three million dollars; Coordinated the installation and use of our computer network; Spearheaded establishment of a regional office; Saved tax dollars by increasing productivity through use of new technologies. It's all too easy to make campaign promises. But, a commitment to public service can't just be promised — it must be proven. Over the past twelve years I have demonstrated my commitment and qualifications, and as your County Clerk -Recorder I pledge to con- tinue to enhance the fine reputation of our office. s/ Julie Rodewaid STATEMENT.OF CANDIDA'-4OR COUNTY SUPERINTENDENT OOHOOLS County of San Luis Obispo LINDA, SHEPHARD AGE:.55 Occupation: County Superintendent of Schools Education and Qualifications: I have 14 years in this county as a classroom teacher, 13 as an administrator and 4 years as superintendent of schools. This back- ground has given me the unique knowledge and experience to address school issues in San Luis Obispo County. I have kept my commitment to build strong links among schools, businesses, : communities and homes. Schools face many challenges today. We must educate, enforce mandates, meet societal change and act with fiscal responsibility. Therefore, resources of the community are being consolidated. Business leaders and our county staff are working together to provide school -to -work programs for students that include the use of technology and information sources. We coordinate and deliver services to children county wide. Our office offers alternate programs away from school sites for students who are truant and for those who have been expelled. Staff members are experienced in working with these students, providing successful programs for our at -risk youth. Your vote for me will provide me and my professional staff the opportunity to continue to improve and expand existing educa- tional programs for children, their parents and our community. Our office is creative and innovative in meeting the needs of our children. There is no substitute for experience. s/ Linda Shephaid STATE111,.OF CANDIDATE FOR COUNTY SO NTENDENT OF SCHOOLS County of San Luis Obispo KENNETH PALMER AGE: 51 Occupation: Teacher/Businessman/Administrator Education and Qualifications: Fundamental change in the direction and operation of the Office of the County Superintendent of Schools is needed. The office demands re- sponsible, dynamic leadership and careful accountability for tax dollars. I will provide that leadership. As a ;teacher, I learned about student and classroom needs. As a school administrator, I managed school district programs in. partnership with parents, teachers, school boards and the com- munity. As a businessman, I know the importance of budgeting and care- ful use of resources. As a parent, I support shared responsibility between family and school. As a consultant, I have provided management assistance to school districts throughout the U.S. As a carpenter, I learned to appreciate the concerns of working people. As a veteran, I understand the responsibility we all share for the future of our country. As Director of a university program for preparing school administra- tors, I practice. what I teach, and I learn from what I practice., I know the schools and their needs. Our children are our country's most precious resource, and their education is my top priority. I will work to keep our schools safe for learning and assure that quality education is delivered for every dollar spent. s/ Kenneth Palmer 40-1. STATEMENT OF CANL'TE FOR GOVERNING BOARD meMBER San Luis Obispo County Community College District JAY SALTER AGE: 56 Occupation: Employee Relations Consultant Education and Qualifications: Three major reasons to elect Jay Salter a Cuesta Governing Board Member: 1. North County Residency. Not one of the incumbent members is a North San Luis Obispo County resident. Yet a very large pro- portion of Cuesta students are North County residents. And Cuesta proposes to further expand services in the North County. This region must be properly and fully represented on the Cuesta Board. I am an 18 -year resident of the region. I know its needs. 2. Labor Relations Experience. At present, relations between Cuesta administration and faculty are seriously strained following a union organizing struggle. I am a labor relations expert. I have years of experience in public sector collective bargaining. My ex- perience will help resolve contentious disputes and smooth the path to labor relations harmony at Cuesta. 3. Record of Fairness. I have been a member of the San Luis Obispo County Civil Service Commission since 1989. During that time I have judged many disputes between administrators and em- ployees. I have compiled an extensive public record of even-hand- edness, fairness and objectivity. Vote Jay Salter. Cuesta Board Member for the right reasons. sl Alvin J. Salter STATEMENT OF CANDIDATE FOR GOVERNING BOARD MEMBER San Luis Obispo County Community College District JAMES W. BRABECK AGE: 52 Occupation: Businessman, Incumbent Governing Board Member of Cuesta Community College. Education and Qualifications: I was appointed to the Cuesta College Board of Trustees in 1990 to fill an unexpired term. I currently serve as President of your Board of Trustees. For the past 30 years I have been employed by Farm Supply Com- pany; the last 25 years as its General Manager. Some of my community involvements include: Rotary, Crime Stop- pers, Childrens Services Network, Juvenile Justice Commission, Sheriff's Advisory Council, Hotline, Economic Forecast Project, Cal Poly School of Agriculture Advisory Council, and San Luis Coastal Unified School District Planning Team. I am proud to have helped initiate the D.A.R.E. Program in San Luis Obispo County. These are very difficult fiscal times for our State and especially for education. During my tenure on your Board, I have worked diligently to maintain the quality of excellence that Cuesta Collegge has achieved during its 30 years of existence in providing an edu- cational opportunity for our residents. As a 1972 graduate, I care greatly about its future. If you think, based on my performance, that I'm worthy to repre- sent you for another four years, I would greatly appreciate your vote. If re-elected I will continue to prudently represent you in administrating our Community College. Thank you. s/ James W. Brabeck 40.2 ST ENT OF CANDIDATE FOR G009�1=RNING BOARD MEMBER San Luis Obispo County Community College District MARIE "MAGGIE" KIERSCH Occupation: Educator Education and Qualifications: In planning for the future of Cuesta College, I will continue to be the strong advocate for providing access to higher education for all students and for accountability to taxpayers. As an elected trustee, I have attended State Legislative Confer- ences to lobby representatives on behalf of Cuesta College. An active member of the Board for five years, I have served as Vice President, President, and am currently a three-year member of the Audit Committee. I am one of only four trustees selected by the Community College League of California to serve on the state Education Policy Commission; previously, I served on the Com- mission for the Future of California Community Colleges. I chair the American Association of University Women's Cuesta Scholar- ship Selection Committee and am a life -member of the Cuesta Alumni Association. I've earned. a Bachelor's and a Master's Degree. My professional experience in higher education includes having been a university counselor and an Assistant 'Dean of Students. At Cuesta I was Coordinator of Special Services for Displaced Homemakers. I take seriously the trust placed in me and will continue to work hard to be your voice on the Board. I ask for. your vote. Thank you. s/ Marie Kiersch STATEMENT OF CANDIDATE FOR GOVERNING BOARD MEMBER San Luis Obispo County Community College District ROGER FREBERG AGE: 42 Occupation: Businessman, Educator, Conservationist Education and Qualifications: I am sure that you have read with dismay the continuing saga of strife between faculty and administrators at Cuesta. We should be using our energy to produce competent graduates, de- velop our faculty and improve the physical plant of the college. I think the administration has lost sight of their true mission. The concerns and needs of the faculty and students I know firsthand. Some of their concerns are the result of too few tax dollars actually reaching the classroom. This must change) We must ensure that our taxes pay for education not administration. I believe that my background as a business owner for 10 years and as an educator is what Cuesta needs today. No other candidate has the hands-on experience and breath: Education: 2 Masters degrees in Business; Lifetime College teaching credential Local Educator: Allan Hancock Cuesta College Chapman College (C.M.C.) Cal Poly Management Skills: Since 1985, owner First Affiliated Securities We need someone who is committed to students, faculty and ulti- mately taxpayers. Let's end the strife. You can break the deadlock. Your vote for Roger Freberg will make a difference! Thank youl at Roger Freberg STATEMENT OF CANDIDA^ZOR GOVERNING BOARD ME6211 San Luis Obispo County Community College District RAYMOND (BUD) ZEUSCHNER, PhD Occupation: Educator - Professor - Cal Poly Education and Qualifications: Three positive reasons to vote "Zeuschner for Cuesta" - Balance, Experience and Commitment. Balance -- Representing the Coastal area helps make the Board accessible.to concerns of people from Los Osos to Cambria. A. 15 year resident of Morro Bay, I bring that balance. A Community College graduate; personal business background; former teacher at four community colleges, including Cuesta and Hancock; means balance as a student, teacher and taxpayer. Experience - - Communication Consultant in San Luis Obispo County for civic groups, volunteer organizations, public safety (fire and police) personnel; a volunteer for public radio, church and community groups, scouts. All these personal and professional ex- periences help represent the community. Former City Councilmem- ber and Mayor, I bring management experience with multimillion dollar balanced budgets, and employee negotiations. I understand employees are our community college's greatest asset. Hold Com- munity College Supervisor Credential. Commitment - Committed to increasing Cuesta's effectiveness, es- Fecially with North Coast and North County and outreach (I taught or Cuesta in Cambria, my wife taught for Cuesta in Paso Robles and Arroyo Grande). Committed to balanced budgets and for getting full value for tax- payer money and student fees. Committed to enhancing professional staff working relationship. Balance - Experience - Commitment — Zeuschner for Cuesta sl Raymond Bud Zeuschner 40-3 STATEMENT OF CANE FOR GOVERNING BOARD MEMBER,QiTEE AREA NO. 1 San Luis Coastal Unified School District SANTOS ARRONA, Jr. Occupation: Principal Personnel Analyst with the County of San Luis Obispo Education and Qualifications: I bring to this office years of community involvement and commitment. A Cal Poly graduate and a County resident since 1969, 1 have been involved in community activities that have included: Youth and Babe Ruth Baseball; 4-H advisory groups; Cal Poly Fine Arts Advisory Committee; Economic Opportunity Commission Board member; Em- ployment sub -committee of the County Latino Outreach Commission; and, the Ethnic Minority Advocacy Network. School District involvement includes: District Assessment Review Task Group which is responsible for reviewing district curriculum assessment documents; parent member of the San Luis High School Principal's support team; San Luis High School Human Diversity Group which is developing in-service training and stu- dent curriculum on Human Diversity; San Luis High School Bilin- gual Advisory Committee; and, 1993-94 San Luis High School Accreditation parent advisory group. As a Governing Board Member I would strive to maintain a high standard of education while maximizing our limited economic re- sources..) advocate programs to promote English Language De- velopment and other such programs in order to eliminate barriers so that all students in the district can mainstream into the edu- cational system. I support growth in the Vocational Education cur- riculum to assist non -college bound students to receive viable job training. _ s/ Santos Arrona, Jr. STATEMENT OF CANDIDATE FOR GOVERNING BOARD MEMBER, TRUSTEE AREA NO. 1 San Luis Coastal Unified School District DAVID M. GREENWALD Occupation: Cal Poly Student Education and Qualifications: If you believe, as I do, that there is room for improvement within our schools, then you realize that every minute wasted is a wasted opportunity for our leaders and our youth. I am running for the school board because I believe it's our duty to provide our children with the best possible education. The only way to do this is to work together as a community. Therefore, we must earn the trust of the community. As a young person, I can bring a fresh perspective to the board. I am a 20 year resident of San Luis Obispo. I was a student in this district throughout my education. Currently, I am a senior at Cal Poly majoring in Political Science and History. I have been an active advocate for our youth. I have attended school board meet- ings regularly for the past three years, during which I have had the opportunity to work on several committees and with many cur- rent school board members. In 1992, 1 ran for this position, faring respectably. I am thoroughly committed to making our education the best it can be, and in doing so give other young people the opportunity to succeed that I enjoyed. s/ David M. Greenwald 4o -s STA LENT OF CANDIDATE FOR GOVERNING BOARD MEMBER, TRUSTEE AREA NO. 1 San Luis Coastal Unified School District RALPH GORTON AGE: 39 Occupation: Local Businessman Education and Qualifications: Asa member of the Board of Education; I will fight to provide the best education for our children. I pledge to seek out and represent the opinions of parents and the entire community on issues of edu- cational materials and curriculum, busing, school size and location. I will be your representative on a Board that has forgotten its responsibility to the people. For the past four years I have served on the Avila Valley Advisory Council, reviewing development proposals and advising the County Board of Supervisors. The Advisory Council twice elected m6=Chairman because I can resolve conflicts and make tough decisions. That experience taught me how freely organizations like the Board of Education waste time and money by ignoring com- munity input. As a father, husband, taxpayer and community leader I promise to put our children's education first and the Board's welfare sec- ond. I will listen to you first and Board staff second. I will return the community's interests to the top of the Board of Education's priority list. . s/ Ralph Gorton STATEMENT OF CANDIDATE FOR GOVERNING BOARD MEMBER, TRUSTEE AREA NO. 1 San Luis Coastal Unified School District SANDRA NIELSEN AGE: 46 Occupation: Owner of Environmental Testing Lab and Mother Education and Qualifications: I am committed to: a). Neighborhood schools and opposed to the current District policy of, consolidation of elementary schools un- der the principle of economies of scale; b). Public education that meets the needs of all students, from the academically gifted to the academically .disadvantaged; c). Cutting administrative costs and reevaluating the budget in order to spend money in the class- room where students and teachers get direct benefit; d). School Board Meetings that are respectful of and responsive to public concerns. I have a degree in fine arts and work in a scientific field, with experience teaching art at the elementary level. I have been a homemaker involved in PTA and Site Council and am now Presi- dent and founder/partner of an environmental testing laboratory in San Luis Obispo. Firsthand educational experience in four coun- tries has given me a perspective of possibilities which could bene- fit the District. As a concerned parent I want schools that are personal, intimate and dedicated to the individual child's emotional well-being as well as to his/her academic success. I am an advocate for the student and will always say "Children first." s/ Sandra Nielsen STATEMENT OF CANDIDA/�"OR GOVERNING BOARD MEMBER, TRU3scE AREA NO. 1 San Luis Coastal Uhified School District LARRY P. RATHBUN, Ph.D. AGE: 53 Occupation: International Teacher Educator Education and Qualifications: The occasion when the teacher and the student interact to create,a student learning opportunity is commonly called the "teachable mo- ment". This very special occasion must be the primary purpose of public education! All resources of our District should be measured in terms of their contribution to promoting the optimum number and quality of "teachable moments" for each student, each day. My career has included five years teaching high school and twelve years as university teacher educator and department head, work- mg with student teachers and teacher professional development programs throughout California and six other countries. 1 also served ten years as university associate dean and Chief of Party for the development of the new Agricultural College of the Humid Tropics in Costa Rica. Eight of our children have completed their education locally and our youngest daughter' will be a student at Laguna Middle School this Fall. My current schedule and consulting business commit- ments now permits me the opportunity to work with the' District in appreciation of the many benefits that my family has received. I welcome the opportunity to serve the community by ensuring the best possible educational programs for our children! s/ Larry P. Rathbun STATEMENT OF CANE FOR MAYOR. City of San Luis Obispo ALLEN K. SETTLE AGE: 51 Occupation: Vice Mayor/Educator Education and Qualifications: My background and experience: I have lived in this city for 24 years with my wife, who is a third grade teacher. I have two sons attending local schools. I am currently the vice mayor. . I am a professor at Cal Polyspecializing in municipal government, finance, public administration, and law. I have previously served as chair of the city planning commission, president of the County Area Council of Governments, president of the Channel Counties Division of the League of California Cities and member of the environmental review committee, the San Luis Obispo City Council. I support open, responsible leadership and a balanced approach to environmental integrity, jobs, and housing. My goal as mayor is to have full citizen participation in our gover- ment (I supported the citizen right to vote on the State Water Pro- ject), provide moderation and balance in economic and environmental policies, promote business retention and higher paying jobs, protect taxpayer interests, and retain local control from state imposition (such as keeping our existing growth management policy rather than have it dictated from Sacramento). I support implementation our newly adopted land use plan. I will continue to promote environmental policies which enhance. neighborhood preservation especially, in the single family zone. It is critical that we preserve hillside / creek areas and guard against greater traffic, noise, and overcrowding. Development must be within the city service capacity. I support affordable housing, owner -occupied mobile home parks, a simplified development review permit process, tourism, and lim- its on service charges and fees. It is important to insure economic viability and job stability in the downtown and business throughout the city, reduce parking and traffic movement, and protect existing neighborhood integrity. Our water policy should continue conservation and develop local sources such as the expansion of Nacimiento reservoir and ground water. The future/of San Luis Obispo is up to you. Please study closely candidates' voting records and financial backers. I would appreciate your vote. s/ Allen K. Settle 40-23 STA&NT OF CANDIDATE FOR MAYOR City of San Luis Obispo JIM SCAIFE AGE: 24 Occupation: Author, Actor, Bookseller Education and Qualifications: Resident of San Luis Obispo for 15 years. Student at Mission Grammar School and Mission College Prepara- tory. No car. No bank account. No Rollex. First, I am very serious about this candidacy. I do however believe that humor is an important part of keeping positive energy in poli- tics, which otherwise goes impotent from negativity. Human Beings of the world, unite. Humanity is, socially and spiritually, one organism. When this or- ganism fights itself, every part suffers. We need to acknowledge and embrace the fact of unity so that we can meet the future with total human success. No matter how strong one part of a balloon is, if a needle pierces any region the entirety is lost. Limited suc- cess is an illusion. It must be total. And it must start now. Here. Everyone must awake to the opportunities for happiness and ful- fillment that exist in every moment of life. We must meet everyone with a smile, an open hand. In doing this our lives and the lives of those around us are immediately improved. I am capable, intelligent, committed (in the good sense), and a. decent person. And I have no cavities. If elected, I look forward to galvanizing SLO, to totally integrating this diverse city into one pleased and pleasing community. I be- lieve in slow growth, carefully monitored at every step. I believe that education is most important of all, that it is drawing out, not putting in. I believe in water conservation. Beyond that I favor state water because we cannot avoid integration forever. I believe in recycling. I believe in bike -lanes. I believe in Santa. I can bench press my own weight. I will pursue these beliefs diligently when elected. I am a viable option to the small, redundant candidate choices we have had in years past. An option to government by, of, and for the business community. An option that will represent the interests of the work- ing people, the students, the gay/lesbian communities, the his- panic, the elderly. When elected, I will quit my regular job and give all issues my full attention. If you want this, and freedom from status quo politics and circular bickering, please vote for me. Thank you for your time. s/ Jim Scaife STATEMENT OF CANDIDA'COR MAYOR, City of. San Luis Obispo_ LARK DAWN JURSEK AGE: 75 Occupation: Retired Teacher Education and Qualifications: I received a Masters Degree in Agricultural. Engineering from the University of Idaho. I then became an officer in the. Air Force. I raised four children who all have college degrees, and now have their own fine families, and fine careers. I spent most,of my work- ing years as a draftsman and as a drafting instructor. I strongly believe that the most important issue that will face the San Luis Obispo City Council during the next two years will be the issue of the "separation of church and state". I believe that' this one issue may have more impact upon the future of the City than all of the other issues combined. I strongly believe that all should obey the law in regard to the "separation of church and state", however; I believe just as strongly that an effort should be made to bring God back into the government. Following are some of my thoughts on this issue: (1.) The teaching of religion is the function.of the church, not the government. (2.) "Separation of church and state" should not mean that gov- ernment workers are discouraged from seeking guidance and help from Almighty God in their work. (3.) "Separation of church and state" should not mean that gov- ernment workers are discouraged from turning to God for both protection from the wickedness and corruption in government or be discouraged from turning to God for power to wrestle against the wickedness and corruption in government through the use of the word of God. (4.) In this great "land. of the free", we should have the right to express our religious beliefs, and to express them strongly, if we so choose. (5.) We should not, however, have the right to try and force our religious beliefs upon others. If I am elected Mayor of San Luis Obispo, I will do everything possible to maintain the "separation of church and state" as de- fined by the law, however, I will also continue to call upon Al- mighty God for guidance in all that I do, and encourage others to do the same. I believe that I should make frequent mention of my belief that, for the most abundant life, we must seek the divine love, joy, and peace which comes only from the holy Spirit of God. I do not believe that this is contrary, in any way, to either the letter of the law or the spirit of the law. s/ Lark D. Jursek STATEMDOF CANDIDATE FOR MAYOR City of San Luis Obispo PENNY RAPPA AGE: 49 Occupation: Councilmember Education and Qualifications: City resident since 1974 Family - Joe, Chris and Diana Rappa Kevin, Tricia (Rappa) and Elizabeth Martin Self-employed Investment Manager Neighborhood Advocate since 1978 My pledge to You: Listen and act to find "common sense" solutions that unite our community Continued reduction of government regulations and spending Reduce Council salaries As your Councilmember, I've listened carefully to the issues you consider important and 1 will take action to: Initiate legislation to improve the local economy and provide jobs; Preserve our precious environment; Protect your neighborhood; Safeguard our Downtown; Further student involvement in government; Support policies to encourage convenient "and affordable shopping; Expand youth and recreational facilities and programs; Be an advocate for mobile home residents and senior concerns; Ensure adequate and affordable water; and Advance affordable housing plans. Let's stop the double-talk and move forward. I believe my experi- ence and -caring; sensitive approach can achieve a workable bal- ance.' If you share my vision for a brighter future, get results - Vote - Rappa For Mayor. I want to serve you. I'm confident I can do the job. 40-24 s/ Penny Rappa STATEMENT OF CANDE FOR MEMBER OF CITY 0,_ CIL City of San Luis Obispo PAT VEESART AGE: 42 Occupation: Contractor/Community Volunteer Education and Qualifications: As both a small-business owner and a strong environmentalist, I am in a unique position to balance a strong, local economy with a healthy environment. I have lived in San Luis Obispo County since 1971 and have volun- teered my time in the community in a variety of ways, including.sup porting citizens' right to referendum, advocating for transportation improvements, organizing neighborhoods, and serving on various com- mittees and organizations: City of SLO Economic Strategy Task Force Citizen's Transportation Advisory Committee SLO County Bicycle Advisory Committee, Chairman SLO Chamber of Commerce Leadership Class Sierra Club Alternative Transportation Task Force, Chairman Environmental Center of San Luis Obispo (ECOSLO), Board of Directors Edna Area Group Steering Committee Cal Poly Bicycle Task Force Santa Lucia Chapter of the Sierra Club Residents for Quality Neighborhoods I have two children: Corrina, who is 13, and Ryland, who is 10. "Balance" is a word that has been tossed around a lot lately. Although it's just a "buzzword" to many, it means something important to me: Balance means growing carefully, with an eye toward our limited re- sources, and at a pace that conserves our good schools, safe neigh- borhoods, and high levels of police and fire service. Balance means putting a healthy environment first, because that is the basis for our strong economy and community well-being. Balance means ensuring that new development is not subsidized by existing residents, either fiscally or environmentally. Balance means seeing that the City has the revenues to deliver the essential services that we all demand, while keeping costs down by using fiscal common sense. Balance means living within our means and getting the best value for our dollar. These are the same principles that everybody who lives within.a budget must follow and it's time that the City followed them too. Balance means supporting our locally -owned businesses and protect- ing our vital downtown as the heart of the community. Balance means good, steady jobs for local residents. As a builder, I know first hand the struggle to keep working in tough economic times. Balance means abiding by votes of the people and recognizing that it is the residents of San Luis Obispo who have the ultimate authority and the final say in this city's future. These are the principles that I believe in, and this is the perspective that I will bring to the discussion as your representative on the City Council. s/ Nolan Veesart 40-25 STANT OF CANDIDATE FOR ER OF CITY COUNCIL City of San Luis Obispo MARC S. BRAZIL AGE: 34 Occupation: Cal Poly Student/Manager Education and Qualifications: My reason for seeking a council position is to unify the citizens of this city around a set of commonly held ideals and to ultimately reduce the unhealthy polarization currently so prevalent in the community. We must preserve the special character of San Luis Obispo, while recognizing the substantial community -wide benefits derived from a vibrant and broad-based economy. Achieving these goals requires a change in attitude at City Hall, from a defensive, often unfocused pos- ture, to one that reflects the interests of all community members; and increased citizen participation in city government to ensure account- ability to the voters. My roots are in San Luis Obispo. My family first settled in the area in 1871. 1 grew up here and graduated from San Luis Senior High in 1978. Employment opportunities took me away from San Luis Obispo for several years. During that time, I held responsible positions in ad- ministration and personnel in both the private sector as well as the State Department, National Security Council and The White House. Rewarding as these experiences proved to be, San Luis Obispo has always been home. It is an uncommonly wonderful place in which to live, work, raise a family, earn an education, or retire. Currently, I am a Political Science major at California Polytechnic State University and serve as Purchasing Manager at the Madonna Inn. Elements of my platform include: Dedication of the resources necessary to maintain the city's highly professional police and fire departments; Maintaining high standards of environmental protection; Enhancing the urban environment through a comprehensive beautifi- cation program; Instituting a more cooperative relationship with Cal Poly and Cuesta College; Implementation of an urban water management plan that meets the forecasted needs of the city, considering both reliability and cost ef- fectiveness; Support for community -oriented projects like the "Sports Mecca" and the acquisition of additional recreational facilities for our youth; Encouraging clean, cutting-edge companies to remain and/or expand operations in the City. By acknowledging that this is a community of responsible individuals, and through a restoration of faith in each other, the spirit, ingenuity and talent of this city's people can be captured for the good of ally. My candidacy is founded on reason, experience and a fundamental belief in personal responsibility and individual liberty within the context of community. I would be grateful for your vote. Together we can renew our community's historic commitment to its most valuable resource — its citizens. s/ Marc S. Brazil STATEMENT OF CANDIDAK__'�OR MEMBER OF CITY COUw%_,� City of San Luis Obispo DODIE WILLIAMS AGE: 61 Occupation: Planning Commissioner Education and Qualifications: I care about our town and the people who live here. Like most people here, I also care.deeply about our city's future. I am determined to protect the special qualities that make us proud to call San Luis Obispo our home. The quality of life we cherish is seriously threatened because of a city council that seems unable to act decisively and fulfill its sworn obligation to taxpayers and citizens. That's why I'm running for the City Council. I have lived in San Luis Obispo since 1984, and have been actively involved in city issues and volunteer work during that time. My pro- fessional and civic experience will serve you well. Professional Experience: Business Improvement Association Administrator Advertising/Public Relations Director (state agency) Bank Manager Business Owner Consultant on Farmer's Markets Community Service: Planning Commission (Chairwoman) Mass Transportation Committee Campaign Regulations Committee San Luis Criterium SLO Christmas Parade Caring Callers Advisory Council (Chair, Sep. 93 -present) Ad Care Strategic Planning Committee LifeSpans (Board of Directors) Heritage and Community Walk From 1986-1991, 1 was BIA Administrator, and in that capacity: Brought the Thursday night Farmer's Market to its full potential. Gained world-wide recognition for our Farmer's Market at the 4th In- ternational Making Cities Livable Conference Mar. 1988. Initiated SLO Sweep downtown cleanup day; flower baskets in the downtown; Christmas treelighting program. Brought the Great American Race to San Luis Obispo Oct. 1988. As a Planning Commissioner since 1991, and now as Commission Chair- woman, I have been a strong advocate of open space acquisition; afford- able housing; citizen's groups concerned with neighborhood preservation; and an economy that will provide enough money to sustain our community. I believe that agriculture should continue to play an integral role in our local economy, as well as in our open space program. I believe that factors critical to our residents' quality of life include: Preservation of open space Safe neighborhoods and parks Clean air Well -paying jobs Adequate water resources Affordable housing Community recreational facilities The issue in this election is competence. I am well prepared to help provide that competence and the level-headed, both -feet -on -the - ground leadership that is now clearly lacking. As your voice on the city council, I'll work hard to give you the rep- resentation you deserve, and the kind of city that will make you proud. I will deeply appreciate your trust and your vote on November 8. sl Dodie Williams STATE OF CANDIDATE FOR MEWL :;"OF CITY COUNCIL City of San Luis Obispo BILL ROALMAN AGE: 42 Occupation: Councilmember, Urban Planner Education and Qualifications: Five years ago, I was elected to the city council as an advocate for protecting our city's natural beauty, clean air, and open spaces. We must protect our environment. At the same time, we must. plan for a healthy economy that serves existing residents. As your councilman, I have: Made myself accessible to all city residents by participating in over 1,000 meetings with individuals and groups to discuss city issues; Advocated balanced city budgets that maintain high service levels, despite reduced revenues; Supported acquisition of additional water while assuring it won't result in unchecked urban growth or major water rate increases; Insisted that annexations pay their way and not burden existing residents; Helped retain existing businesses and jobs in San Luis Obispo; Approved new development only when compatible with existing neigh- borhoods; Expanded environmental protections in General Plan; Helped acquire "greenbelt" open space around San Luis Obispo; Supported opportunities for Cal Poly faculty and students to work on solving city problems; Supported expansion of safe and convenient alternative transporta- tion, including buses, bicycles and carpooling; Protected San Luis Obispo's mobile home rent control ordinance. I would like to continue serving you on the city council. If re-elected, I'll bring my professional and academic experience and my many years of community service: Professional Experience: Environmental Planner, Perspective Planning (a small, local company specializing in environmental analysis for cities and counties), 1984 - present. Staff Analyst, SLO County Land Conservancy, 1984-1990. Member, American Institute of Certified Planners Registered Environmental Assessor, California Academic Qualifications: M.A., Urban Planning, UCLA B.A., Economics, Drake University Graduate Studies, Soil Science, Cal Poly Community Service: SLO City Council, 1989 - present SLO City Planning Commissioner, 1988-1989 Economic Opportunity Commission Board Member, 1990-1992 ECOSLO Board Member and Chairperson, 1984-1987 Board of Directors, SLO Friends of the Library, August 1994 - present If re-elected, I will continue to: Advocate environmental protection and balanced growth policies; Promote a local economy that meets our needs while avoiding de- pendence on speculative development; Work towards retaining existing businesses and jobs; Protect our residential neighborhoods as the community's cornerstone; Nurture the downtown, as San Luis Obispo's cultural and commercial heart; Support alternative modes of transportation, including "traffic calming" measures; Work with Cal Poly and Guests College, recognizing their importance to our economic and cultural health; Safeguard the city's mobile home rent control ordinance; Continue to be accessible to all city residents. I ask for your vote on November 8. 40-26 s/ Bill Roalman STATEMENT OF CANDI( FOR COMMISSIONEEIh, �� Port San Luis Harbor District BRITT PHILLIPS AGE: 47 Occupation: Owner/Operator Foreign Auto Specialists Education and Qualifications: Former commercial fisherman; served Merchant Marine; served US Army Viet Nam, Headquarters Company, Commanding Offi- ,er's Staff Port of Qui Nhon. Self employed since 1978 in Arroyo Grande, Harbor Commissioner since 1988. My main goals for thepast six years have been to change the way the Port has done business to a more businesslike manner. The District was heavily dependent on property taxes for the op- erations at the Port. I have opposed the use of property taxes to subsidize services to individuals: taxes should be used to make the Public Facility the best it can be. I am driven to get the Port's eases up to market standards. I have pushed for fair market rates for the services the Port supplies to individuals, and have worked with staff to make sure purchases are made in a cost effective, ousinesslike manner. Setting the Enterprise side of the Port off the tax rolls is becoming 3 reality. That will be a great day for the Port and for the tax payers of the District. I look forward to your support. s/ Robert J. Phillips 40-31 n U III 111111111111111111111 ELECTION OFFICERS Registered voters who are interested in being paid polling place workers on election day . may call their local County Elections Division.' 781-5236 EXPERIENCE NOT REQUIRED. POLLING PLACES If you have a facility for use as a precinct polling place that has good lighting, electrical outlets, adequate space for voting booths, and is accessible to the handicapped, please call the County Elections Division 781-5236. Rental fees are paid for use of private facilities. FULL TEXT OF MEAD F AN ORDINANCE ADDING PROVISIONS TO THE'MOBILEHOME RENT STABILIZATION ORDINANCE WHICH WILL LIMIT THE AMOUNT RENT CAN BE INCREASED UPON CHANGE OF OWNER- SHIP OF A MOBILEHOME . The people of the County of San Luis Obispo ordain as follows SECTION is That Section 25.06.011 be added to the County Code to read as follows: Section 25.06.011. Continued control of rents on change of ownership The maximum space rent m. V be increased by the park owner when there is a change of ownership of a mobilehome unit However, such, Increase may not exceed 10% of the previous space rent Space rent Increases are not restricted by this title for mobilehome spaces which become vacant due to a change of ownership and the relocation of a mobilehome unit outside of the mobilehome park. Nothing in this paragraph shall preclude any adjustments as may be otherwise pro- vided for in this title. SECTION 2: It passed, the ordinance shall take effect in accordance with Elections Code section 3751 thirty (30) days from the date of final passage. 40.502 IMPARTLOALYSIS BY COUNTY COUNSEL MEASURE F San Luis Obispo County has adopted a Mobilehome Rent Stabilization. Ordinance by voter approved mitiabve measure in June, 1984 and, with certain exceptions, it applies to all mobilehome parks located outside the boundaries of the County's seven cities. The Mobilehome Rent Stabilization Ordinance restricts increases above the space rent changed in 1982 to sixty percent of the cost of living increase for each preceding twelve month period. The ordinance allows mobilehome park owners to increase space rent beyond sixty percent of the cost of living in certain circumstances where they can prove hardship at a hearing before the Mobilehome Rent Review Board. The public may review the current ordinance by referring to sections 25.01.010 through 25.15.010 of the San Luis Obispo County Code. The present ordinance does not address the applicability of the sixty percent of cost of living restriction on rent increases when a mobilehome changes ownership and a new tenant leases the mobilehome park space. The existing ordinance has been interpreted by the Rent Review Board to allow mobilehome park owners to increase rent for spaces in such circum- stances. If a majority of the qualified electors voting on this measure vote Wes" section 25.06.011 will be added to the County Code, changing the Mo- bilehome Rent Stabilization Ordinance by authorizing an increase in maxi- mum space rent, not to exceed 10% of the previous space rent where there is a change of ownership of a mobilehome. This measure also specifies that space rent increases will not be restricted for mobilehome spaces which become vacant due to a change of ownership where there is a relocation of the mobilehome outside the mobilehome park. The measure does not preclude any other adjustments to space rent as may be provided for in the Mobilehome Rent Stabilization Ordinance. A Wes" vote on Measure "F" will cause the addition of Ordinance Section 25.06.011 to the County Code. A "No" vote on Measure "F" will mean that Section 25.06.011 will not be added to the County Code. s/ James B. Lindholm, Jr. County Counsel ARGUMENT IN FAVOR OF M4 ;RE F As Members of Los Robles Mobilehome Owners Association and resident of Los Robles Estates, we strongly support Measure "F" for the following reasons: (1) It will retain a limit on inflation of rental costs to us comparable to the increases that we can normally expect in our income and would prevent us from losing our homes due to inflated rental costs beyond our capacity to pay. (2) The maJority of our residents are on fixed incomes sharply controlled by Social Security cost of living index. (3) Difficulty of moving home or relocating due to cost and limited spaces available 4n San Luis Obispo County. Protection of our investment due to forced sale because of ageor illness. The undersigned proponent(s) or author(s) of the primary argument in favor of ballot proposition Measure "F" at the Consolidated General Election for San Luis Obispo County to be held on November 8, 1994 hereby state that such argument is true and correct to the best of their knowledge and belief. s/ George E. Wilkerson s/ Doris G.C. Harvey sr Bernice Imig REBUTTAL TO ARGUMENT IN FAVOR OF MEASURE F • Don't be fooled! Measure F will not prevent rent increases. • Measure F will subject existing residents to rent increases while new- comers will receive guarantees of below market rental rates. • Measure F will burden the County with excessive rent increase appli= cations, hearings and litigation which will cost taxpayers tens of thousands of dollars. • Measure F is a violation of constitutional property rights. • In every county that has passed a Measure F -type ordinance, it has diminished the park operator's incentive to provide this type of affordable housing. There have not been any park closures in the decade since the existing ordinance has been in effect • The best protection against across-the-board rent increases and needless overburdening of our County resources is to vote NO on Measure F The undersigned authors of the Rebuttal to Argument in Favor of Measure F at the Consolidated General Election for. the County of San Luis Obispo to be held on November 8, 1994 hereby state that such argument is true and correct to the best of their knowledge and belief. s/ Brent Knowles s/ Gretchen Moreno s/ Tibor A. Beresky s/ Alice - Jo Meinhold ARGUE AGAINST MEASURE F IF IT ISN'T BROKEN, DON'T FIX IT. This proposed change to the Mobilehome Rent Stabilization Ordinance will cause more problems than it will solve. Under the present policy, a park owner is permitted to increase rents to. a fair market level when a mobilehome is sold or removed from a park. Park owners have used increased rents from new, incoming tenants to offset increases in operating costs. Consequently, park owners have not had to ask the County to increase the rents for all tenants to cover increased costs. Rent levels which are voluntarily agreed to by new, incoming tenants have therefore reduced increases to longtime residents. This will all change If this measure passes If park owners are no longer permitted to increase rents to new tenants to market level, then they will be forced'to seek parkwide rent increases. County government will be overburdened with. rent increase applications, and longtime residents will face more and larger rent increases. The existing policy of allowing rents to increase to fair market level when a mobilehome is sold has not adversely affected the sales of mobilehomes. Throughout the 1980s, mobilehome sales remained brisk throughout the county, despite the fact that space rents were increased. Any decline in recent sales parallels a similar decrease in real estate sales in the County. Obviously this is due to the sagging economy, and not to the 10 -year-old policy of permitting space rents to increase when a mobilehome is sold. Restricting space rents will not increase sales. Repeal of vacancy decontrol is a no win proposition. VOTE NO ON MEAS- URE F. The undersigned authors of the Ballot Argument Against Measure F at the General Election for the County of San Luis Obispo to be held on November 8, 1994 hereby state that such argument is true and correct to the best of their knowledge and belief. Dated July 8, 1994 sl Alice - Jo Meinhold s/ Brent Knowles s/ Gretchen Moreno st Tibor A. Beresky REBUTTAL TO ARGUMENT AGAINST MEASURE F IT IS BROKEN - LET'S FIX IT NOWT Today's economy has forced prospective home buyers to stay put! Mobile homes have generally attracted low income and retired individuals on a fixed income. A county board may establish what a fair market value is for a mobile home, but history shows mobile homes do not increase in value; on the contrary the value often remains stagnant. Rent increases based on change of ownership must be restricted to ten percent This must be considered a fair return for park owners and mobile owners alike. The increase in rents as proposed here is unlimited. Records show some in- creases have amounted to 30 - 50%. Mobile home owners must be given the same opportunity to sell and/or relocate as regular home owners. The undersigned proponents or authors of the primary rebuttal argument against ballot proposition Measure F at the Consolidated General Election for San Luis Obispo County to be held on November 8, 1994 hereby state that such argument is true and correct to the best of their knowledge and belief. s/ Bernice Imig, V.P. Home Owner's Association s/ George E. Wilkerson 40-503 11 11111111H1111 FULL TEXT OF MEI :)E G AN ORDINANCE ADDING PROVISIONS TO THE MOBILEHOME RENT STABILIZATION ORDINANCE WHICH WILL EXEMPT THOSE MOBILE - HOME. PARK SPACES FROM RENT CONTROL WHICH ARE NOT OCCU- PIED AS THE ACTUAL DOMICILE. OF A' MOBILEHOME TENANT The people of the County of San Luis Obispo ordain as follows: SECTION 1: That subsection (g) shall be added to Section 25.03.010, the entire section to read as follows: Section 25.03.010. Exemptions. The provisions of this chapter shall not apply to the following tenancies in mobilehome parks: (a) Mobilehome park spaces rented for nonresidential uses; (b) Mobilehome parks managed or operated by the United States gov- ernment, the State of California or the County of San Luis Obispo; (c) Tenancies which do not exceed an occupancy of 20 days and which do not contemplate an occupancy of more than 20 days; (d) Tenancies for which any federal or state law or regulation specifically prohibits rent regulation; (e) Tenancies covered by leases or contracts which provide for more than a month-to-month tenancy, but only for the duration of such lease or contract. Upon expiration of or other termination of any such lease or contract, this He shall immediately be applicable to the tenancy; (1) Mobilehome parks which sell lots for factory -built or manufactured housing, or which provide condominium ownership of such lots, even if one or more homes in the development are rented or leased out; Mobilehome park spaces which are not occupied as the actual omicile of the mobilehome tenant SECTION 2: If passed, the ordinance shall take effect in accordance with Elections Code section 3751 thirty (30) days from the date of final passage. 40-504 YSIS BY COUNTY COUNSEL OEASURE G San Luis Obispo County has adopted a Mobilehome Rent Stabilization Ordinance by voter approved initiative measure in June, 1984 and, with certain exceptions, it applies to all mobilehome parks located outside the boundaries of the County's seven cities. The Mobilehome Rent Stabilization Ordinance restricts increases above the space rent changed in 1982 to sixty percent of the cost of living increase for each preceding twelve month period. The ordinance allows mobilehome park owners to increase space rent beyond sixty percent of the cost of living in certain circumstances where they can prove hardship at a hearing before the Mobilehome Rent Review Board. The public may review the current ordinance by referring to sections 25.01.010 through 25.15.010 of the San Luis Obispo County Code. If a majority of the qualified electors vote "Yes" on Measure "G" it will add subsection (g) to Section 25.03.010 of the Mobilehome Rent Stabilization Ordinance which will exempt those mobilehome park spaces from rent control which are not occupied as the actual domicile of a mobilehome tenant. For example 4 this measure is approved, a tenant who uses a mobilehome park space for a vacation home may be required by their mobilehone park owner to pay market rent, instead of the lower rent required by the space rent restrictions of the Mobilehome Rent Stabilization Ordinance. A "No" vote on Measure "G" will mean that mobilehome park spaces which are not occupied as the actual domicile of a mobilehome park tenant will continue to receive the protection of the space rent restrictions of the Mobilehome Rent Stabilization Ordinance. s/ James B. Lindholm, Jr. County Counsel ARGUMENT IN FAVOR OF MEASURE G RENT CONTROL FOR VACATION HOMEOWNERS SHOULD END A significant number of mobile homes in this County are used as vacation homes by people who reside in Los Angeles, and San Francisco and elsewhere. These vacation visitors are reaping the benefits of low space.rents set by the County's Rent Control Ordinance, even though their incomes are sufficient to afford two (2) homes. If passed, Measure G would continue to protect local residents, because existing rent control provisions would remain in place for those who reside full time in their mobilehomes. If passed, Measure G would mean that people who can afford the luxury of having a vacation mobile home in San Luis Obispo County would pay their fair share. Therefore VOTE YES ON MEASURE G. The undersigned authors of the Ballot Argument For Measure G at the General Election for the County of San Luis Obispo to be held on November 8, 1994 hereby state that such argument is true and correct to the best of their knowledge and belief. Dated July 8, 1994 sl Alice -Jo Meinhold s/ Brent Knowles s/ Gretchen Moreno s/ Tibor A. Beresky NO ARGUMENT AGAINST THIS MEASURE WAS SUBMITTED. 111111111111 FULL TEXT OF MEASI,. AN ORDINANCE AMENDING PROVISIONS OF THE MOBILEHOME RENT STABILIZATION ORDINANCE BY UPDATING THE REFERENCE TO THE CURRENT CONSUMER PRICE INDEX, AUTHORIZING THE BOARD OF SU- PERVISORS TO SET THE FEE FOR APPLICATION FOR RENT INCREASE, AND EXTENDING THE TIME FOR HEARING. The people of the County of San Luis Obispo ordain as follows: SECTION 1: That subsection (b) of Section 25.06.010 be amended, the entire section to read as follows: (a) 0i Base Rent. The base rent for purposes of this chapter shall be the monthly space rent as of December 31, 1982. Any reduction in services or amenities after December 31, 1982, shall result in a corresponding decrease in rents. (i) Lease Expiration. Upon the expiration of any lease, the new space rent shall be the rent in effect at the expiration of such lease. (b) Except as otherwise provided in this chapter, the maximum monthly space rent may be increased no more than once a year by an increase over the then existing space rent equal to sixty percent of the percentage rise in the Consumer Price Index (CPQ - All Urban Consumers, los Angeles -Anaheim -Riverside area as prepared by the United States De- partment of labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics (if the named index is replaced by a new index, that index shall be substituted for the purposes of this chapter) for the preceding twelve month period. (c) Calculation of the one-year limitation on rental increases as provided herein shall be from the date the last increase became effective at the park. (d) No owner shall either (1) demand, accept or retain a rent from a tenant in excess of the maximum rent permitted by this chapter or (2) effect a prohibited rent increase by a reduction of general park facilities or services. SECTION 2: That subsections (b) and (d) of Section 25.07.010 be amended, the entire section to read as follows: Section 25.07.010. Hardship exception— plication. (a) An owner who has been required to make extraordinary expenditures, or has incurred costs of such amounts that he will be unable to make a just and reasonable return on his property given the maximum increase permitted by the section above, may file with the board an application for a rent increase for one or more spaces or application to reduce, or charge for, certain services or facilities, in either event referred to hereinafter as "application" or "application for rent increase" (b) An application for rent increase pursuant to this section shall be accompanied by the payment of a fee to be determined by the Board of Supervisors. The application shall specify, as applicable, the address of the mobilehome park, the space number or numbers for which rent is requested to be increased, the amount of the requested rent increase or service or facilities reduction or charges, the proposed effective date of such increase, reduction or charge and the facts supporting the application. The applicant shall produce at the request of the board any records, receipts, reports, or other documents that the board may deem necessary for the board to make a determination whether to approve the application. (c) The owner shall serve each affected tenant, either personally, or by mail, with notice of the rent increase or decrease or change in services or facilities requested and with notice that application or approval of same is being filed with the board. Proof of service complying with the title and all applicable state laws shall be filed with the board concurrent with the filing of the application. Copies of the application shall be available free of charge to any affected tenants requesting same at the business office in the affected park. (d) The board shall set a hearing on the application complying with the requirements of the section no more than ninety days after receipt of the application and proof of service. The board shall notify the owner and tenants, in writing, of the time, place and date set for the hearing. If the Board approves an application as requested or as modified, the same shall take effect as noticed by the owner or as the board may otherwise direct SECTION 3: if passed, the ordinance shall take effect in accordance with Elections Code Section 3751 thirty (30) days from the date of final passage. IMPARTIAL.,_, ALYSIS BY COUNTY COUNSEL MEASURE H San Luis Obispo County has adopted a Mobilehome Rent Stabilization Ordi- nance by voter approved initiative measure in June, 1984 and, with certain exceptions, it applies to all mobilehome parks located outside the boundaries of the County's seven cities. The Mobilehome Rent Stabilization Ordinance restricts increases above the space rent changed in 1982 to sixty percent of the cost of living increase for each preceding twelve month period. The ordinance allows mobilehome park owners to increase space rent beyond sixty percent of the cost of living in certain circumstances where they can prove hardship at a hearing before the Mobilehome Rent Review Board. The public may review the current ordinance by referring to sections 25.01.010 through 25.15.010 of the San Luis Obispo County Code. Measure "H" changes the Mobilehome Rent Stabilization Ordinance (Section 25.06.010(b) of the County Code) by changing the reference to the consumer price index, for Los Angeles, Long Beach, Anaheim area to the current consumer price index, now referred to as the Los Angeles, Anaheim, Riverside area index. In 1987 the United States Department of Labor changed its method of reporting data in its consumer price index by dropping the reference to Long Beach, and adding Riverside to the Los Angeles, Anaheim market area The officials charged with administering the Mobilehome Rent Stabilization Ordinances concluded that the closest market indicator to that specified in the ordinance would be the Los Angeles, Anaheim, Riverside index, and has utilized that index in their administra- tion of the ordinance. This measure will update the Mobilehome Rent Stabilization Ordinances by referring to the current index. Measure "H" would also amend County Ordinance Code Section 25.07.010(b) by changing the ordinance which now requires a $300 fee for an application for hardship exemption by deleting that provision and adding language that will allow the fee to be determined and set by the Board of Supervisors. Measure "H" would also amend Section 25.07.01 Old) by changing the time for hearing on an application for hardship exemption from the current language which specifiesthat such hearing shall be set no less than 10 nor more than 30 days after receipt of the application to the proposed language which will allow setting within 90 days after receipt of the application. A "Yes" vote on Measure "H" will cause the changes to the Mobilehome Red Stabilization Ordinance, which are discussed above, to become effective. A "No" vote on Measure "H" will leave the Mobilehome Rent Stabilization Ordinance unchanged. sl James B. Lindholm, Jr. County Counsel ARGUMENT IN FAVOR OF MEASURE H This measure is needed to replace some obsolete language in the SLC County Mobilehome Rent Stabilization Ordinance (Title 25). It also makes some minor changes intended to ease administration of the ordinance and reduce the cost burden on the general taxpayers. Title 25 refers specifically to a particular Consumer Price Index which is nc longer published by the Bureau of Labor Statistics. This measure would al• low use of a substantially similar replacement index which the Bureau nom publishes. No significant impact is projected from this change since park op erators have already been using the new index for some time. The current ordinance sets an application fee of $300 which park owner. must pay when requesting a "hardship increase" from the Rent Reviev Board. The fee has not been changed since 1984. The cost of proper reviev of hardship requests has consistently exceeded $300, thus requiring th( general taxpayers to subsidize processing of the requests. Also, there is n( ability to vary the fee based on the size of the park or complexity of th( application. The proposed amendment would allow the Board of Supervisor: to set a more appropriate fee and adjust it from time to time. The third proposed change would simply provide more time for the Rent Re view Board to process and consider hardship applications. In the past, ther( has not been sufficient time under the existing ordinance to provide reason able notice to park tenants who would be affected by the requested rent in crease. The Rent Review Board also needs more time to examine the park': financial records and determine if the requested increase is justified. These changes are a "good government" proposal which should be ap proved by the voters. The undersigned authors of the primary argument in favor of ballot proposi tion H at the general election for the County of San Luis Obispo to be hell on November 8, 1994 hereby state that such argument is true and correc to the best of their knowledge and belief. 40-505 Dated July 8,1994 sl Did( Frank, County Assessor sl Gere Sibbach, County Auditor -Controller Members of the Mobilehome Rent Review Board NO ARGUMENT AGAINST THIS MEASURE WAS SUBMITTED TAPE HERE d • POLLS OPEN AT 7 A.M. AND CLOSE AT 8 P.M. NOTICE If you find that for any reason you will be unable to vote in person on election day, promptly complete and sign the application for an absent voter's ballot printed on the reverse side of this page and return it to the: County Clerk, Elections Division, 1009 Monterey Street, San Luis Obispo, Calif. 93409-509. Your application must reach the office of the Clerk not less than 7 days before the day of election. 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